Technical Lead, IT​/Tech, Systems Engineer

Associate Vice President @ Harrington Starr

Technical Lead – C# / Java

(Middle & Back Office | Private Credit / Bonds)

We’re working with a global financial technology firm building core platforms that sit at the centre of the investment lifecycle. This role is for a hands-on Technical Lead who still codes, still designs systems, and wants real ownership of complex, business-critical software.

You’ll sit at the intersection of engineering, product, and the business — setting technical direction while remaining deeply involved in delivery.

• Acting as the technical authority across C# / Java services and platforms
• Designing and evolving distributed, data-heavy back-end systems
• Leading architecture decisions across middle/back-office workflows
• Remaining hands-on: code reviews, complex problem-solving, critical builds
• Mentoring senior engineers and setting engineering best practice
• Working closely with Product and domain experts on private credit / bonds

• Strong commercial experience as a Technical Lead / Principal Engineer
• Expert in C# or Java (ideally both in enterprise environments)
• Solid background in middle or back-office investment systems
• Experience with private credit, bonds, fixed income, or similar asset classes
• Deep understanding of data models, workflows, and financial controls
• Comfortable operating in regulated, mission-critical environments

• Genuinely hands-on leadership — not a people-manager-only role
• Complex domain with long-term technical challenges
• High visibility and influence on platform direction
• Competitive package up to £160,000 basic

Director

Full-time

Information Technology

London, England, United Kingdom

If you are interested in learning more about this role please click on the apply button or contact Con at Harrington Starr.