Tech Lead

Company DescriptionEvelyn Partners is the UK’s leading integrated wealth management and professional services group, with over 186 years of experience in helping generations of people and businesses to thrive. We offer an extensive range of financial and professional services to individuals, family trusts, professional intermediaries, charities and businesses.We provide an award-winning service for our clients by employing the best people. Join us on our mission to place the power of good advice into more hands because we believe that everyone deserves access to good advice, regardless of where they’re at in their financial journey.An exceptional track record of growth and innovation is driven by our core values of: Personal, offering advice based on a true understanding of what matters to our clients; Partnership, working with our clients in a joined-up, collaborative way; and Performance, demonstrating a breadth and depth of advice expertise to deliver first-class results.Read more about us and available career opportunities here:Job DescriptionJob purposeOur strategy is to put the power of good advice into more hands. To deliver on this promise we are building a new wealth management service to help them plan and manage their financial future. This service will combine the best of great digital product design and wealth management expertise.The Technical Lead will be accountable for directing technical aspects of software development, providing a strong technical direction for a team of software developers involved in this exciting development. You will be the main driver in deciding on technical solutions to meet stakeholder requirements, as well as overseeing code design and quality. Working in an agile framework, you will be required to collaborate with product managers, designers and key stakeholders to build market leading client experiences within the framework of the overall product.For the right individual with a passion for technology, this role will provide direct experience of how technology can transform business operations and create innovative wealth management services.This is a great opportunity for those who are looking for an exciting challenge and an environment that provides opportunities for personal growth. Key ResponsibilitiesEnsuring good code design, quality, reliability and resiliency, and driving process improvementsComfortable in scoping complex tasks and projects, providing mature, scalable technical designs to meet requirementsCollaborate with developers in solving technical solutions, as well as working with Technical Architects on the integration of products with other internal and external systemsClient focused on solutions that you are building, taking on board client experience to influence your future thinkingWilling to work collaboratively as well as independently Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain solutions without technical jargon Have a drive for self-improvement and learning new technologies Approach solving problems pragmatically Experience collaborating with designers and user experience specialists to develop new products and experiences Experience working within an agile, iterative engineering environment Lead/mentor/coach developers in best practicesHelp shape the Engineering Centre of ExcellenceQualificationsKey Skills and ExperienceProven experience in software developmentStrong experience in Java, Spring Boot, and MapStruct Strong experience with Maven, JUnit, and Mockito Strong experience in JavaScript, Angular/React, ES6 & Typescript Strong experience with API developmentGood understanding of UI/UX Strong experience with GITGood experience working with design patterns Experience with containerisation Docker, Kubernetes Experience working with cloud AzureExcellent technical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills. Good understanding of Security principles and implementationAdditional InformationAs a colleague here at Evelyn Partners, you will have access to benefits that include:Competitive salaryPrivate medical insuranceLife assurancePension contributionHybrid working model (role dependant)Generous holiday packageOption to purchase additional holidayShared parental leaveWe are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At Evelyn Partners we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workspace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.