Technical Leader
Technical Leader
Support IT teams in their product developmentIs devising and developing IT products what you like doing best? Are you equally at ease with lines of code as with talking to IT teams? Then the job of Technical Leader is made for you!
It enables you to express all your talents, as a technical expert and a leader. Along with IT teams, with whom
you share an enthusiasm for development, you will transform technology into value. An indispensable expert, you will contribute to the development of product technical design, and facilitate the search for solutions, for which you are responsible. And as you do not like doing things by halves, you will be involved all the way to the integration of the product into the IS. You are also the referent for Agile teams.
Your responsabilities
- To contribute to the development of product technical design.
- To coach IT teams and train new hires.
- To work with the Technical Architect on the integration of products into the IS.
- To guarantee product quality.
- To ensure teams make progress.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JOB
You should be...
Passionate about languages (Springboot, Java 11, Python, Angular 8, React, Node, etc.)
Proficient in Agile development
A leader for your team
Having a global view of projects
Education in IT, development, school of engineering or university
Frequently asked questions about Technical Leader
What is a technical leader?
Also known as a tech lead, the technical leader is a computer professional playing a crucial role in the technical direction of a project: they are responsible for guiding and overseeing the technical aspects of a company’s web development projects. In addition to being a software developer, they are also a technical team leader, which, as the title suggests, involves a leadership role within the team. Thus, their role also involves facilitating communication and collaboration among team members.
What are the main tasks of a technical leader?
Being a technical leader entails several tasks, including:
- Analysing user needs;
- Supervising and coordinating development activities;
- Resolving technical issues;
- Training and mentoring team members;
- Ensuring quality and managing technical risks.
What skills are essential to become a technical leader?
To excel as a tech lead, one must develop strong technical expertise in software, website and application development. Additionally, solid organisational and project management skills are essential. A tech lead must also possess leadership abilities to help solve problems and drive the project forward. Lastly, good communication skills are a must in order to effectively explain complex technical concepts to different audiences.
What education is required to become a technical leader?
Interested in becoming a technical leader? The path typically involves various levels of education:
- Associate’s degree (2 years of higher education) in computer science (BTS/HND or DUT technology degree in computer science);
- Bachelor's degree (3 years of higher education) in computer science or bachelor's degree from a reputable institution;
- Master's Degree (5 years of higher education) in specialised fields, from a university or a reputable institution.
Furthermore, remember that gaining professional experience during your academic journey can greatly enhance your CV when pursuing a role as a tech lead and will help you stand out from other candidates.
How does a technical leader's career progress over time?
As a technical leader, you can evolve into increasingly strategic and/or technical roles, such as:
- Software Architect;
- Technical Director;
- Agile/Scrum Master;
- Infrastructure Expert.
Tech lead vs. project manager: what are the differences?
The technical leader focusses on the technical aspects of development and guides the team on technical objectives to achieve. The project manager, on the other hand, is responsible for the overall management of the project, including planning, tracking the overall budget and communicating with all project stakeholders.
Tech lead vs. lead developer: what are the differences?
The tech lead is responsible for the technical direction of a project and guides the development team through it. The lead developer, on the other hand, mentors their team of developers to achieve a project’s goals.
What is a typical day like for a technical leader?
What does a tech lead's workday look like? It may involve team meetings to discuss a project’s progress, objectives and expectations. They might also participate in brainstorming sessions to solve technical problems and conduct code reviews to ensure its quality.
What is the average salary of a technical leader?
The salary of a technical leader varies depending on experience, geographic location, company size and industry. In France, the average salary for a tech lead can range from €50,000 to €70,000 per annum.
How to join us
To get to know each other and make sure you will be happy as part of Societe Generale, please follow the below steps.
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By responding to our job advertisement.
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We’ll contact you for an initial exchange
and online tests.
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You’ll meet our operational team and human
resources partners.
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The job is yours, and you’re ready to start the adventure.
The adventure has just begun!
At Societe Generale, we make sure that you can develop your career based on your ambition and abilities. After a position as a Technical Leader, you will have access to new opportunities such as:
- Lead Architect
- Agile Master
- Agile Coach
- Infrastructure Expert