Software Development Technical Lead

Overview

Lead a team to design and deliver scalable data platforms using Python, PySpark and AWS.

Key Responsibilities

• code quality
• security
• technical strategy
• architecture
• team leadership
• data pipelines

Tasks

-Work closely with business and engineering teams to deliver reliable solutions. -Ensure code quality, security, and maintainability through best practices. -Define and implement technical strategy and architectural patterns for a new data platform. -Lead and mentor a distributed development team. -Design and optimise scalable data pipelines and data models.

Requirements

• python
• aws
• ci/cd
• degree
• leadership
• pandas

What You Bring

You'll define the technical direction, drive architectural decisions, and mentor a small, collaborative team of developers. A strong background in Python (including Pandas and PySpark) is essential, along with deep experience in data systems architecture, AWS, and modern development practices (Agile, CI/CD, OOP). -Expertise in Python with strong experience in Pandas and PySpark. -Extensive experience in software design and architecture. -Degree in Computer Science or related field; AWS Associate certifications strongly preferred. -Proven experience with AWS tools (Glue, Athena, Redshift, S3, etc.). -Strong understanding of CI/CD, Agile development, and test automation. -Extensive experience leading software development teams.

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Benefits

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About Mcs Group Consultancy

-Grew from a small start‑up into a global recruitment partner, expanding across the UK, Ireland, US and Europe. -Handles a diverse portfolio of projects—from sourcing top IT talent to engineering and finance specialists for multinational firms. -Focuses on technical & engineering, IT & digital, accountancy & financial services, sales & marketing, and HR & legal sectors. -Operates a boutique, founder‑led model that adapts to client needs with agility and deep industry insight. -Delivers tailored recruitment solutions for sectors like software development, engineering, finance and corporate services. -Known for a reputation built on personalized service, hands‑on leadership and a willingness to tackle tough talent challenges. -Unusual for a recruitment firm, it maintains a strong ethical stance, often directly mentoring candidates and clients alike. -Regularly pioneers new recruitment approaches, blending traditional headhunting with consultative strategy and regional expertise. -Continues to carve a niche by balancing ambitious growth with a personalised, relationship‑driven approach.

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