Technical Lead - #1705089

Company: US3 Consulting

About Company: US3 Consulting is a leading European IT recruitment agency dedicated to connecting top tech talent with innovative companies across the continent. With decades of experience and a fresh approach, we specialize in rapid, cost-effective candidate sourcing across all tech industry sectors. Our expert consultants are committed to building strong, productive relationships, ensuring the perfect fit between candidates and employers.

Job Title: Head of Development

Total Experience Required: 8+ Information Technology/Computers/Software

Relevant Experience Required: 3+ years in Leading the Development Team, 5+ years in software development using C# and .NET, including REST API design

Work Location: Manchester, UK

1. Must be currently based in Manchester, UK, or


2. Willing to relocate to Manchester, UK from anywhere within Europe or UK


3. Candidates outside Europe/UK unfortunately cannot be considered

Job Type: Permanent position with the client

Visa/Work Authorization Status: Candidates must hold a valid work permit or visa to work in the UK

Workplace Type: Hybrid (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday at office)

Languages Required: English

About Client:

Client is a leading international energy company committed to securing Europe's energy supply while driving the transition to a low-carbon future. With operations spanning the entire energy value chain—from trading and sales to transport and storage—client offers dynamic career opportunities at the forefront of the energy sector.

We are looking for an accomplished Head of Development to join on permanent role in Manchester, operating in a hybrid model (2–3 days onsite). This role is ideal for a technology leader who can drive strategy, manage high-performing development teams, and deliver scalable, secure, and innovative software solutions that align with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor software development teams to deliver robust, high-quality solutions


• Establish and enforce software engineering standards and development best practices


• Drive automation, CI/CD, and DevOps to improve efficiency and speed to market


• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical roadmaps


• Oversee architecture, design, and resource planning to ensure maintainability and scalability

Top 5 Essential Skills

• Proven leadership in managing and scaling software development teams


• Strong expertise in C# and .NET development, including REST API design


• Deep understanding of Agile and DevOps methodologies


• Hands-on experience with cloud-native development, preferably on Azure


• Ability to balance multiple projects while upholding technical excellence

Top 5 Optional Skills

• Degree in Computer Science or related field


• Experience delivering large-scale enterprise systems


• Certifications in Agile, DevOps, or project management (Scrum Master, SAFe, PMP)


• Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management experience


• Knowledge of security, performance, and architecture best practices

Interested? Apply Now!

Send your resume to: ******@us3consulting.nl

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