Technical Lead - Python​/AI; Perm Remote

Technical Lead - Python / AI (Perm, UK, Remote + Travel)

Full‑time, permanent opportunity for candidates based in the UK and authorised to work without sponsorship. Requires travel to client sites with travel expenses covered by the company.

As a Technical Lead at Nearform, you will lead and guide development teams while working directly with clients to translate business and technical requirements into impactful applications. You may also be responsible for the following:

• Provide technical and line‑management leadership to your development team.
• Take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects.
• Identify and resolve blockers before they become issues.
• Ensure best practices in software development, Dev Ops, and agile methodologies are upheld within the team.
• Work directly with clients, translating requirements into technical briefs.
• Shape and define architectural decisions ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Provide updates to client and Nearform leadership to ensure clear understanding of project status and drive good decision‑making.

• Significant experience in software engineering and 2+ years of experience leading projects and mentoring as a Technical Lead, with professional experience in Python.
• Experience with AI application development and agentic frameworks and platforms (e.g., Lang Graph, Agentspace, etc.).
• Experience working directly with clients or customers to understand technical requirements.
• Proven experience working with Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Strong CI/CD experience, including hands‑on work with Terraform, Helm, and other cloud‑native IaC technologies.
• Deep understanding of observability practices, with practical experience using Open Telemetry (OTel) and related tooling.
• Experience leading software engineering teams through technical delivery and either direct line management or mentoring.
• Deep understanding of agile ways of working, best practices and design patterns.
• Deep understanding of test‑driven development and testing best practices.
• Deep understanding of version control tools, e.g., Git.
• Understanding of Dev Ops practices and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of operational concerns (monitoring, performance testing, security considerations, accessibility, GDPR).
• Empathy and people skills.

• Annual Company Bonus – share of profits based on company performance.
• Work Remotely and Flexibly – flexible working culture, remote options.
• Paid Time Off Package – 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, sick leave, marriage leave.
• Remote Working Allowance – budget up to €1250 (GBP) every 2 years to set up workspace.
• Training and Development Allowance – up to €1000 (GBP) to upskill.
• Healthcare – private healthcare provided.
• Pension & Insurances – pension match up to 5%, income protection and death in service.