Technical Lead

About RWS

RWS is a global leader in enterprise AI solutions, known for its proprietary Cultural Intelligence Layer powered by a vast network of 250,000 experts, 45+ patents, and deep domain knowledge. This technology enables AI systems to be culturally fluent, contextually precise, and secure, ensuring every interaction reflects a brand’s tone and customer values accurately. With offerings in Generate, Transform, and Protect, RWS supports intelligent content generation, enterprise knowledge management, large-scale localization, and intellectual property protection. Trusted by 80+ of the world's top 100 brands, RWS is headquartered in the UK and listed on AIM (RWS.L).

About Propylon

Propylon is a Dublin-based division within RWS specializing in content management software tailored for legal and regulatory workflows. Operating for over two decades, they help governments and regulated organizations handle legislation, regulations, and legal content efficiently through innovative modular solutions. Propylon fosters a people-oriented, innovation-centric culture recognized as one of Ireland’s best tech workplaces, offering employees global reach and support to advance their skills and career.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Technical Team Lead to expand and deliver our core product suite and manage key client projects. This role involves leading development of next-generation legislative drafting and document workflow software using Python, TypeScript, React, and Redux.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a software engineering team, guiding the delivery of complex workflow and document management applications.
• Ensure the team’s technical deliverables maintain high standards for test coverage, code quality, and security best practices.
• Plan and supervise development sprints with accurate effort estimates and ensure timely delivery of sprint goals.
• Travel internationally to client locations to lead discovery phases, demonstrate products, and support onsite deployments.
• Collaborate with government clients and partners to understand requirements and design technical solutions.
• Represent Propylon technically in discovery meetings, status updates, and client engagements.
• Present architectural designs and product demonstrations effectively to diverse audiences including government executives.
• Perform technical analysis of existing complex systems and integrate them with Propylon’s applications.
• Work closely with management to align technical designs with organizational strategy.
• Estimate development efforts in coordination with project managers and business analysts.
• Provide coding guidance through pair programming and code reviews, enforcing best practices and standards.
• Offer individualized technical mentorship to support team members’ career growth.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• At least 5 years of professional Python programming experience.
• Extensive experience with Python web or API frameworks such as Django or Flask.
• Deep familiarity with the Python ecosystem, tooling, and best practices.
• Minimum 3 years of proven technical leadership experience, including managing complex software deliveries.
• Strong background delivering multi-component software solutions.
• Experience in architecting workflow systems, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Consulting or client-facing engineering background with willingness to travel internationally.
• Ability to develop complex software under strict deadlines.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, including presenting complex topics to large audiences and executives.
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Docker, AWS, GitHub Actions, and DevOps practices.
• Experience designing document management systems.
• Knowledge of Python libraries for document manipulation.
• Development experience with strongly typed languages such as Java or C#.
• Experience with MVC web frameworks.
• Use of modern Python features like type hinting, async, and data classes.
• Experience handling XML processing and transformations.
• Background with document workflow software and CI/CD pipelines.

Personal Attributes

• A commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products.
• Supports a culture of shared learning and team success.
• Curious mindset eager to explore technology and team collaboration to achieve impactful results.

Life at RWS

Joining RWS means working alongside passionate individuals who champion global understanding by valuing language and culture diversity. The company embraces inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity, fostering continued individual and professional growth. RWS commits to fair employment practices and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination or harassment.

Recruitment Information

RWS Holdings PLC does not engage with recruitment agencies and does not accept unsolicited resumes.