Technical Lead

Job description

RAVL helps technologists accelerate their careers. At RAVL, we connect strategy with execution, care deeply about the people we work with, and measure success by the lasting impact we leave behind. Our purpose is to build a team that puts real, sustainable business outcomes at the core of everything we do. We’re here to leave our clients better than we found them, and to create a place where our people are proud to Build. Better. As a Technical Lead at RAVL, you’ll lead delivery tracks that bring modern engineering to life - guiding teams, defining technical direction, and ensuring every solution connects strategy to measurable impact. You’ll blend deep technical skill with leadership, coaching engineers while partnering with clients to deliver outcomes that last. You’ll create clarity in complexity, help shape architecture, and drive progress in environments where excellence and empathy both matter. ### What does success look like in this role? - Lead the technical delivery of cloud, software, or data engineering projects from design to production - Provide architectural and implementation guidance, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and resilient - Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to define technical priorities and delivery milestones - Coach and mentor engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement - Balance delivery velocity with technical excellence - helping teams make smart trade-offs that serve outcomes - Facilitate technical discussions, decision-making, and retrospectives that move work forward - Influence design and engineering practices across RAVL and client teams through clarity and example - At higher levels: define governance and strategy across multiple teams or programs, serving as a trusted technical advisor ### Sounds great, but do my skills fit? - You’ll thrive in this role if you bring: - Strong experience leading technical teams or delivery workstreams in software, platform, or data engineering. - Proficiency in modern cloud architectures and technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP). - Hands-on experience with CI/CD, automation, observability, and modern development practices. - Comfort moving between architecture, code review, and stakeholder conversation, bridging strategy with execution. - Proven ability to mentor and develop engineers through structured feedback and technical guidance. - Consulting excellence: outcome orientation, presence under pressure, and clear, credible communication. ### Mindset Traits - **Delivery-first** – drives visible progress through clarity and accountability - **Empathetic leader** – creates space for others to contribute, learn, and grow - **Calm in ambiguity** – makes decisions confidently, even when details are evolving - **Influential** – aligns diverse stakeholders around common technical direction ### Technical Skills - Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP (at least two preferred) - Programming Languages: Proficiency in one or more of Java, C#, Go, Python, or TypeScript - Architecture & Delivery: CI/CD, microservices, APIs, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) - Infrastructure & Security: Terraform, CloudFormation, IAM, RBAC, encryption, secure software delivery - Leadership Tools: Agile delivery frameworks, backlog management, technical prioritization ### Why join RAVL? - Flexible, client-aligned work model — autonomy with accountability, adapting to client delivery needs. - Variable bonus & RRSP contributions tied to performance and delivery impact. - 4 weeks paid time off (plus public holidays). - Paid professional development days and continuous learning opportunities. - Comprehensive health & dental coverage, including mental health support. - Commitment to lifelong learning — continuous improvement through training, mentorship, and certification.