Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Location: Leeds – Hybrid, approximately 1 day per week onsite Contract: Until 31 March 2027 Start: ASAP Rate: Up to £485 per day (Inside IR35)
We are looking for an experienced Technical Lead to join a newly formed development team delivering a high-profile digital transformation programme within the healthcare sector.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will work closely with architects, designers and engineers to take high-level requirements and turn them into secure, scalable and production-ready digital services.
The role has a strong focus on TypeScript, Node.js, AWS, APIs and microservices , with previous experience working with FHIR/HL7 and healthcare technology highly desirable.
The Role
As Technical Lead, you will: Provide strong technical leadership to a newly formed engineering team. Lead the design and development of back-end services using TypeScript and Node.js . Design and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices . Work closely with Technical Architects and Designers to translate requirements into technical solutions. Contribute to modern front-end applications using React, Angular or similar technologies . Build and deploy solutions within AWS environments. Champion clean, secure and maintainable engineering practices. Drive automated testing using Jest, Playwright or similar tools . Support CI/CD and automated deployment using GitHub Actions . Conduct code reviews, mentor engineers and influence technical decisions. Take solutions through the full lifecycle from design and development to testing and production deployment. Key Skills & Experience
We are looking for candidates with strong experience in: TypeScript and Node.js Technical leadership / Lead Developer experience AWS RESTful APIs and microservices Full-stack development using React, Angular or similar Automated testing and test-driven engineering practices Jest and/or Playwright CI/CD and GitHub Actions SOLID principles and clean code Git and Agile development Mentoring and supporting other engineers Experience within healthcare or digital health environments , particularly working with FHIR, HL7, healthcare APIs or interoperability standards , would be highly advantageous.
You should be a proactive self-starter who is comfortable taking ownership, providing technical direction and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary Agile environment.
Interested? Apply now with your latest CV for further information and a confidential discussion. xrexnqw Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
