Tech Lead

Overview
We're seeking a Technical Lead to support our technology leadership team through a major transformation program. This role will involve overseeing technical scoping and design, providing guidance and best practice for deployment and delivery. You'll play a key part in driving the transition from individual use case development to the industrialisation and scaling of technical tools across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the operation of the newly established Technical Design Authority (TDA).

• Act as the primary bridge between technology leadership and project delivery teams, managing technical delivery risks.

• Lead TDA design reviews for solution triage and oversight.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of the AI strategy and roadmap in collaboration with senior technical leaders.

• Provide technical oversight, ensuring adherence to firm-wide standards and guidance during model development.

• Ensure that solutions are practical, sustainable, and aligned with platform and industrialisation pathways.

• Support engagement leads in managing technical delivery risks across a portfolio of projects.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Azure services.

• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools (eg, Terraform).

• Scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.

• Proven ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.

• Experience designing, coding, and optimizing generative AI models, including LLMs such as GPT and BERT.

• Deep understanding of AI/ML algorithms, model optimization, and deployment of scalable cloud solutions.

• Strong interest in automation, cloud architecture, and secure-by-design principles.

• Experience leading technical design authorities and driving decision-making.

• Proven ability to collaborate with key stakeholders to shape solution design and ensure successful delivery.

Educational Background

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field (Master's or PhD preferred).

• Advanced certifications in AI/ML, cloud computing, or data engineering are advantageous.