Experis UK
Newcastle Upon Tyne / Global
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Newcastle Upon Tyne / Global
We’re looking for experienced Technical Leads to drive delivery across complex, mission‑critical programmes in the Defence & Security sector. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll shape technical direction, lead high‑performing teams, and deliver impactful solutions in challenging environments.
What You’ll Do
Lead multi‑disciplinary engineering teams across the full delivery lifecycle
Set technical direction, architecture, and engineering standards
Stay hands‑on with development while guiding team output
Run code and design reviews to ensure quality and consistency
Mentor and support engineers at all levels
Work closely with clients to shape requirements and build trusted relationships
Communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Plan delivery, estimate work, and manage priorities
Balance technical debt with delivery timelines in fast‑paced environments
What You’ll Need
Proven experience in a Technical Lead or senior engineering role
Strong software engineering background with hands‑on capability
Experience leading cross‑functional teams in complex environments
Ability to define architecture and make sound technical trade‑offs
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience working directly with clients or end users
Bonus Skills
Experience in Defence, Security, or other high‑assurance environments
Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies
Strong understanding of scalable systems and modern architectures
Security Requirement
SC clearance (or willingness/eligibility to obtain) is required.
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