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Technical Lead / Senior Software Engineer
Media Client
Location: London (Full-time 3dpw on-site)
Type: Contract
Rate: £550-625pd Inside IR35
We’re looking for a Technical Lead to take ownership of the development & maintenance of the video players powering a major UK streaming service.
This role combines deep technical contribution with team and stakeholder leadership. You’ll work across web, mobile, and connected TV platforms, shaping engineering direction while remaining closely involved in the most complex and high-risk areas of the codebase.
This is a long-term leadership role on a high-profile streaming product. Stability, credibility, and strong client presence are key.
What You’ll Do
Lead from the front
Drive quality and release confidence
Own live stability
Partner with stakeholders
Support and grow the team
What We’re Looking For
You’ll likely be operating at a senior engineer level today, with experience leading technical direction in a client-facing environment.
Essential experience:
Desirable:
Why This Role
You’ll be leading engineering on a streaming platform used at a national scale, working at the intersection of mobile, TV ecosystems, and commercial video delivery.
If you want to combine technical depth, visible leadership, and real product impact while still writing and shaping meaningful code, this is the role for you.