[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Nearform logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2026/11/27931a3f46b1-221.webp)](https://jobicy.com/company/nearform.md)[Nearform](https://jobicy.com/company/nearform.md) # Tech Lead AI Summary Nearform is hiring a remote Technical Lead based in the UK to lead software delivery teams and work directly with enterprise clients. The role combines technical leadership, line management or mentoring, architecture design, and responsibility for successful project outcomes. Candidates should have significant software engineering experience and practical expertise in JavaScript, Python, or Go, alongside cloud and DevOps knowledge. The Technical Lead will promote agile delivery, test-driven development, quality standards, and secure, scalable application design. Strong stakeholder communication and empathy are essential for translating client needs into technical solutions.[Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/nearform.md)ShareRemote from[UK](https://jobicy.com/job-region/uk.md)SalaryGBP 90k / yrDepartment[Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/categories/engineering.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceSeniorPublished12 Nov 2026Apply before12 Dec 2026Listing views37Application actions3Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. Opportunity details ## About this role. This is a permanent full-time remote opportunity for those based in the UK. About [Nearform](https://jobicy.com/company/nearform.md) Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact. Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI. Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart. As part of our Engineering function, you will work closely with clients to translate complex business requirements into innovative digital products. Whether you are a Senior Engineer, Tech Lead, or DevOps Engineer, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build secure, high-performance applications. Our Nearform engineers are known for building high quality, scalable solutions that solve real world problems. About the Technical Lead Role: As a Technical Lead at Nearform, you will be responsible for leading and guiding development teams while working directly with clients to translate business and technical requirements into impactful applications. However, as you’ll likely work on a variety of projects in your time here, your responsibilities may also include: * 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, DevOps, 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. What we are looking for in this person: * Significant experience in software engineering as either a Senior Engineer leading projects and mentoring or as a Technical Lead. For this particular role, you will ideally be using Javascript, Python or Golang. * Experience working directly with clients or customers to understand technical requirements. * 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 DevOps practices and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) * Understanding of operational concerns (such as monitoring, performance testing, security considerations, accessibility, GDPR) * Empathy and people skills Benefits and Perks we offer at Nearform * Annual Company Bonus – We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance. * Work Remotely and Flexibly – We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters – school run, no problem! * Paid Time Off Package – We offer an annual leave of 25 days plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more. * Remote Working Allowance – Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in GBP) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join. * Training and Development Allowance – Nearform is committed to supporting and investing in employees’ ongoing learning and professional development. You will be encouraged to pursue relevant learning opportunities that support your growth and the growth of others, subject to manager approval. * Healthcare – It’s important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team. * Pension & Insurances – We offer a pension match of up to 5% and Income Protection and Death in Service for peace of mind. Our Interview Process * Talent Call (30 mins via Zoom) An initial conversation with a member of our Talent Team to explore your background, leadership experience, and career goals. We’ll provide an overview of Nearform, discuss potential alignment, and answer any questions you may have. This step helps us assess initial alignment. * Panel Interview (60 mins via Zoom) A conversation with two of our Technical Directors focused on your approach to teamwork, client collaboration, and problem-solving in an enterprise development setting. We’ll also share more details about Nearform and the potential projects you may join. * Technical Lead Assessment (90 mins via Zoom) A structured assessment led by a senior Technical Lead or Head of Engineering, designed to evaluate key aspects of a Technical Lead role. This session includes a selection of tasks to cover: Architecture Design – We want to see how you approach a high-level problem, demonstrating your design thinking and decision-making process. Technical Implementation – How do you turn a design into reality, taking into account business needs? Code Standards and Feedback – We want to see not just your own skills, but also how you improve those around you There may also be an additional interview with the client depending on the project. Ready to Join Us? If you’re passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct manual and electronic identity verification checks to confirm the identity of prospective employees. Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence. If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help. Our salary range starts from £90,000 + bonus & benefits and will be discussed during the initial interview based on your experience. 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This job listing has been manually reviewed by the Jobicy Trust & Safety Team for compliance with our posting guidelines, including verification of the company's legitimacy, accuracy of job details, clarity of remote work policy, and absence of misleading or fraudulent content. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 5/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 5/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThis is a senior leadership role requiring broad engineering depth, architectural judgment, delivery ownership, and people leadership. The candidate must also manage client expectations while resolving technical and project blockers proactively. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader UK market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per year)Market rate£90,000UK market range (per year)£90k–£115k0£126.50k AI insightThe yearly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. The employer discloses a starting base salary of £90,000 plus bonus and benefits. The annual period is inferred from the permanent full-time UK Technical Lead context because the posting does not explicitly state a pay cadence. A reasonable estimated market range for a UK remote Technical Lead is £90,000 to £115,000 per year, depending on technical scope, client responsibility, and leadership experience. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Technical Leadership](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Technical%20Leadership.md)[Software Engineering](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Software%20Engineering.md)[JavaScript](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=JavaScript.md)[Python](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Python.md)[Go](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Go.md)[Solution Architecture](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Solution%20Architecture.md)[Client Stakeholder Management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Client%20Stakeholder%20Management.md)[Agile Delivery](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Agile%20Delivery.md)[Test-Driven Development](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Test-Driven%20Development.md)[Git](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Git.md)[DevOps](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=DevOps.md)[Cloud Computing](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Cloud%20Computing.md)[AWS](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=AWS.md)[Azure](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Azure.md)[GCP](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=GCP.md) Sample interview questionsHow do you translate ambiguous client requirements into a technical delivery plan?I begin by clarifying business outcomes, users, constraints, risks, and success metrics with the client. I then break the work into architectural decisions, prioritized deliverables, dependencies, and measurable milestones, validating assumptions early with prototypes or technical discovery. Describe your approach to leading a team through a complex technical delivery. I establish a shared understanding of the outcome, define clear ownership, and create an achievable delivery plan. I support the team through regular technical reviews, risk management, blocker removal, and transparent communication while leaving engineers space to make informed decisions. How do you ensure that architecture remains scalable, secure, and maintainable? I assess functional and non-functional requirements early, including expected load, security controls, observability, compliance, and operational support. I document key decisions, favour simple and well-understood patterns, and validate them through reviews, automated tests, performance testing, and iterative feedback. How do you promote code quality and test-driven development across a team? I set clear engineering standards, encourage small reviewable changes, and make automated testing part of the normal development workflow. I use code reviews as coaching opportunities, monitor quality signals such as test coverage and defect trends, and help the team improve practices continuously. How would you communicate a delivery risk to a client and internal leadership? I would communicate the risk early, explain its likely impact in business terms, and present evidence rather than assumptions. I would also propose practical mitigation options, identify decisions needed from stakeholders, and provide a clear recommendation with an updated delivery outlook. Next step ## Apply now. Follow the employer’s application method and review Jobicy’s safety guidance before sharing personal information. 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