Technical Lead -Highly Competitive Salary About the Company: Were working with a newly formed, high-growth technology and consulting joint venture based in Newcastle upon Tyne. The business is backed by major global financial and consulting organisations and is building a truly exceptional technology team in the North East. This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new venture at an early stage, helping shape the culture and technical direction while working on challenging, high-impact projects. Role Overview: As a Software Development Team Lead, you will manage a team of developers, provide technical leadership, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Youll be responsible for end-to-end delivery, helping shape technical decisions and driving innovation across the team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a small team of developers Engage directly with stakeholders and subject matter experts to define requirements Deliver pragmatic, high-quality solutions with speed and precision Partner closely with client teams to deliver projects collaboratively Challenge existing systems and processes to drive technical excellence Keep up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends What they're looking for in a Technical Lead: Strong programming skills in C#/.NET, Java, Rust or Python Passion for technology and working in a dynamic, integrated team Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong ownership mentality Ability to deliver full lifecycle software projects Strong business awareness and desire to build domain knowledge Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders Energy, ambition and grit are valued more than prior management experience Financial services experience is a plus, but not essential Minimum 2:1 degree in Computer Science or related field, ideally from a Russell Group University What's in it for you? Make a real impact from day one Gain hands-on people management experience while remaining technically active Work on varied projects that are aligned to real-world trends and market drivers Deliver tangible business value through collaborative delivery Learn from industry experts and build deep financial markets knowledge Ok I'm in what's next? Apply with your latest CV