Technical Lead, Software Development, Software Engineer

Technical Lead – 12-Month Initial Contract

Location: Newcastle preferred (hybrid – initial team meet-up and occasional on-site days)

Nology is partnering with the Department for Tech Consultancy to find an experienced individual who can lead technical delivery, set engineering standards, and mentor others in a collaborative, agile environment.

This is a long-term contract role for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, driving innovation, and ensuring engineering excellence. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, influence architectural decisions, and contribute to high-impact projects that affect millions of users.

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable applications using Java and NodeJS.
• Build and optimise backend services and integrations with Mongo
  
  DB and other No
  
  SQL databases.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Git Lab CI.
• Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services (SQS, SNS, ECS, Lambda, KMS).
• Work with Apache Kafka for event-driven architectures.
• Apply TDD and unit testing best practices.
• Use Docker for containerization and Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a culture of growth and innovation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.

• Languages: Java, NodeJS (Express, NextJS)
• Frameworks & Tools: Spring, Git Lab CI, Docker
• Cloud: AWS (SQS, SNS, ECS, Lambda, KMS)
• Databases: Mongo
  
  DB (No
  
  SQL)
• Other: Apache Kafka, Git, Terraform

• Strong leadership and ability to set technical standards.
• Agile mindset and adaptable communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with a big-picture perspective.
• Collaborative, innovative, and solutions-focused.
• Coaching and mentoring experience.
• Growth mindset and willingness to go above and beyond.

• Work on meaningful, high-impact projects that improve public services.
• Collaborate with a talented, forward-thinking team.
• Opportunity to influence technical direction and mentor others.
• Flexible working arrangements with occasional on-site presence.
• Competitive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits, including Paid Annual Leave, Pension Contributions, and more.

Apply Today!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, submit your application now. We look forward to hearing from you!