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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead - **Company:** PA Consulting - **Location:** Belfast, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Amazon Web Services, Business Logic, Architectural Patterns, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Load Testing, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Secure Coding, Software Systems, Google Cloud, Database Optimization, Caching, Event Driven Architecture, Asynchronous Programming, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2859572881-technical-lead ## About the Role * Proven capability in shaping the end-to-end software delivery lifecycle, driving improvements across development, testing, deployment, and operational phases. * Ability to implement infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD and efficient release management strategies. * Enhance system performance using load testing, caching, and optimizing database queries and application logic for better scalability and response times. * Expertise in modern engineering standards such as TDD, contract testing and secure coding, as well as architectural patterns like event-driven architecture and platform migration. * You thrive in problem-solving and analytical thinking to create long-term solutions. * You enjoy collaborating with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Assessment Process ️ * Quick video call with one of our Tech Recruiters - to discuss your application, the role and PA. * Round 1: Either a competency or technical interview (60 min). * Round 2: Either a competency or technical interview, whichever you didn't do at first round (60 min). * Final round ?: Meeting with a PA leader - a discussion around your client-centricity (45 min). ## Description We challenge where it matters and own the outcome. We combine strategic thinking, customer-centric service design, and agile engineering practices to accelerate innovation in a tech-driven world., * Join our Digital & Data team working alongside product, design and a wide range of other experts and cross-disciplinary teams to bring ideas to life through innovative software solutions. * Grow a flexible and unique career within a trust-based, inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation, and curiosity. You have the option to progress with us on a technical career track. * Hybrid working - our approach is to be in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. * Work on a broad variety of projects and tech stacks for clients across seven sectors - no project is ever the same. * Join other experts within our supportive and collaborative tech community through knowledge-sharing and peer-level support, coaching and mentoring. * Deepen your expertise through our culture of learning and growth - you'll have a budget to take courses (technical and non-technical training), plus gain certifications. Our tech stack ? * Programming Languages: JavaScript, Java, .NET * Cloud platforms: AWS, GCP, Azure * Other technologies: CI/CD, TDD What You Can Expect ? * Work to agile best practices and cross-functionally with multiple teams and stakeholders. You'll use your technical skills to problem-solve with our clients, as well as working on internal projects. * Steer technical teams through complex challenges and guide our clients towards successful digital transformations. * Provide mentorship to engineers and create an environment of continuous improvement. * Live in-person whiteboarding sessions to problem-solve as a team, alongside asynchronous communication on Teams. * Hybrid working with the team on client site or in our office a minimum of two days per week. 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