Technical Director (Perm, Canada, Remote)
Nearform · Ireland
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- CA$150,000 / year
- Ireland
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Job highlights
- Lead multiple projects with strategic technical direction.
- Advise senior clients on technical strategies.
- Ensure high-quality project execution and delivery.
- Develop and mentor senior software teams.
- Drive innovation in AI and digital solutions.
About the role
About Nearform
Nearform is an independent team of data & AI experts, engineers, and designers who build intelligent digital solutions and capability at pace. We create AI-enabled solutions that enhance digital experiences, empower developers, and deliver measurable results. In these ways, we partner with ambitious enterprises to deliver enduring impact. Our deep expertise in solving the world’s most complex digital problems, along with our collaborative, people-first approach, enables enterprises to build breakthrough products and modernise legacy systems by unleashing the power of AI. Today, our team of 500 experts in 20+ countries is trusted by leading enterprises including Lululemon, Puma, Sun Life, Starbucks, Travelex, Virgin Media 02, and Walmart.
As part of our Delivery Management function, you will help our clients build solutions and platforms, launch new product ventures, and fundamentally change how they operate. You will work as part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team, typically consisting of designers, developers, DevOps engineers, and members of the client team. Whether you’re a Delivery Manager, Technical Lead, or Technical Director, you will act as the bridge between client needs and timelines, ensuring the delivery of innovative, scalable solutions.
About The Technical Director Role
As a Technical Director at Nearform, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and excellence. Your role will involve technical vision-setting, client engagement, and team leadership to drive both project success and long-term growth.
Technical Strategy & Leadership
- Define and communicate a clear technical vision, ensuring best practices in architecture, software development, and emerging technologies.
- Act as the final authority in critical design and delivery decisions.
Client Engagement & Advisory
- Serve as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and senior stakeholders.
- Lead discovery workshops, translate business objectives into technical strategies, and develop tailored solution proposals.
Project Execution & Delivery
- Oversee technical execution, ensuring quality, scalability, and maintainability.
- Monitor project health, identify risks, and ensure successful outcomes through proactive leadership.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Work with resourcing teams to ensure the right talent is staffed on projects.
- Foster a culture of excellence, mentorship, and innovation across teams.
Financial & Operational Oversight
- Manage project burn-down, optimize resource allocation, and identify revenue growth opportunities while maintaining financial accountability.
Industry Influence & Thought Leadership
- Stay ahead of industry trends, contribute to open-source projects, and engage in public speaking, blog writing, and mentorship.
- Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and sustainability initiatives within Nearform.
What We Are Looking For In This Person
- 15+ years of technical leadership experience, ideally within consulting, SaaS, or large-scale digital transformation projects.
- Deep expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, and modern development practices.
- A strong track record of guiding technical decisions on complex, high-impact projects.
- Experience leading pre-sales, discovery, and solution design discussions.
- Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- A consultative mindset, able to align business needs with technical strategies.
- Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills to influence at all levels.
- Hands-on experience with AI, databases, distributed systems, and modern software engineering best practices.
- Experience leading and mentoring senior software development teams.
- A passion for continuous learning, innovation, and professional excellence.
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience working in a fully remote, globally distributed environment.
- Background in financial oversight of technology projects.
- Experience contributing to open-source projects or technical thought leadership.
- Prior exposure to AI-driven solutions and emerging technologies.
Benefits & Perks
- Annual Company Bonus
- Work Remotely and Flexibly
- Paid Time Off Package (21 days + public holidays, sick leave, marriage leave)
- Remote Working Allowance (€1250 every 2 years)
- Training and Development Allowance
- Healthcare (Private)
- RRSP & Insurances (RRSP match up to 4%, Life and Critical Illness insurance)
Our Interview Process
- Talent Call (30 mins, Zoom)
- Hiring Manager Interview (1 hour, Zoom)
- Panel Interview (1.5 hours, Zoom)
- Final Interview (45 mins, Zoom)
Ready to Join Us?
If you're passionate about building high-quality applications, solving complex challenges, and driving innovation in enterprise development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now via our careers page at Nearform and be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Nearform is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect, inclusivity, diversity and excellence. If you require any adjustments to the interview process as part of your application, please let someone from our Talent Team know so they can help.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Leadership
- Software Architecture
- Cloud Platforms
- Client Engagement
- Project Execution
- Team Leadership
- AI & Machine Learning
- Distributed Systems
- Stakeholder Management
- Digital Transformation
Skills & topics
- Technical Director
- Technical Leadership
- Software Architecture
- AI
- Cloud Platforms
- Digital Transformation
- Client Engagement
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Remote Work
- Canada Jobs
- SaaS
- Consulting
- Distributed Systems
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 15+ years of technical leadership, architecture, and client advisory experience.
- Showcase expertise: Emphasize hands-on AI, cloud platforms, and digital transformation project successes.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrate leadership: Be ready to discuss team mentorship and financial oversight experience.
- Research Nearform: Understand their AI-driven solutions and people-first culture.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technical responsibilities for a Technical Director at Nearform?
- As a Technical Director at Nearform, you will be responsible for defining technical vision, ensuring best practices in architecture and development, advising senior stakeholders, overseeing project execution for quality and scalability, and leading/mentoring development teams. Hands-on experience with AI, databases, and distributed systems is crucial.
- What is the expected level of experience for the Technical Director role at Nearform?
- Nearform is looking for candidates with a minimum of 15 years of technical leadership experience, preferably in consulting, SaaS, or large-scale digital transformation projects. A strong track record in guiding technical decisions on complex, high-impact projects is essential.
- Does Nearform offer visa sponsorship for the Technical Director position?
- No, Nearform does not offer visa sponsorship support for this role. Candidates must be based in Canada and authorized to work without sponsorship.
- What are the benefits of working as a Technical Director at Nearform?
- Nearform offers a comprehensive benefits package including an annual company bonus, flexible remote work, generous paid time off, a remote working allowance, training and development support, private healthcare, and RRSP matching.
- How does Nearform's interview process for the Technical Director role work?
- The interview process typically involves a Talent Call, a Hiring Manager Interview, a Panel Interview with other Technical Directors, and a Final Interview with the Managing Director. Each stage focuses on different aspects of your experience and fit for the role and company.
- What kind of technical projects can a Technical Director expect to work on at Nearform?
- Technical Directors at Nearform work on building AI-enabled digital solutions, enhancing digital experiences, empowering developers, and modernizing legacy systems for ambitious enterprises. Projects often involve complex, high-impact digital transformations.
- Is experience with AI and emerging technologies important for this Technical Director role?
- Yes, hands-on experience with AI, databases, distributed systems, and modern software engineering best practices is highly valued. Staying ahead of industry trends and prior exposure to AI-driven solutions are also preferred.