MCS Group are exclusively partnering with a high-growth, AI-first software company in Belfast to recruit a Technical Lead. This is a unique opportunity to join a business operating at the forefront of AI-assisted software development, where up to 50% of engineering output is already delivered using AI tooling.
Backed by a large global parent, this organisation offers the ideal blend of startup agility and enterprise stability.
About the Role
This is a hands‑on Technical Lead position where you will play a key role in shaping engineering practices, driving delivery, and embedding AI‑first development approaches.
* Lead a team of engineers (4–5 reports) while remaining heavily hands‑on
* Drive adoption of AI‑assisted development
* Contribute to architecture, technical decision‑making, and system design
* Work closely with Product and Delivery
* Mentor and develop engineers, improving capability and output
* Influence engineering standards, tooling, and best practices
About You
You will be a strong senior engineer or Technical Lead who combines hands‑on expertise with leadership capability.
* Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Engineer with mentoring/leadership
* Strong background in backend development (Java, C#, or similar)
* Demonstrated use of AI coding tools in a commercial setting (not just experimentation)
* Experience improving delivery through modern engineering practices
* Strong understanding of cloud, DevOps, and scalable systems
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
* Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across teams
What's on Offer
* Salary circa £70,000
* Bonus scheme
* Hybrid working (1–2 days onsite in Belfast)
* 36 days annual leave (including birthday)
* Private healthcare & enhanced pension
* Strong focus on learning, development, and progression
* Opportunity to work in a genuinely AI‑first engineering environment
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up‑to‑date CV via the link provided or contact Matthew Rainey at m.rainey@mcsgroup.jobs.
MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
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