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Technical Lead

Unmind · London, HQ · GB

Posted 60+ days ago

Software Engineering
Hybrid
Not yet analysed
Demand80
Career growth80
Healthcare fit25
Remote potential90
5-year outlook
Technical Lead roles in health tech typically command strong salaries, often in the six-figure range in the UK, with growth potential into Engineering Manager or Staff Engineer positions. Exact figures depend on experience and company stage.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
broad
Seniority
lead
Employment type
full-time
Date found
2026-08-26

Intelligence details

Why this is worth applying to

Only consider this if you have substantial software engineering experience and a passion for mental health tech. For most clinicians without a strong technical background, this role is not a realistic fit, but those with dual clinical and engineering skills could be highly valuable.

Who should apply

Clinicians with a strong software engineering background (e.g., MD/PhD with coding experience, health informatics specialists, or those who have transitioned to full-stack development) who want to lead technical teams in a mission-driven health tech company.

CV angle

Emphasize any software engineering projects, especially those involving TypeScript, React, Node.js, or Python. Highlight leadership experience, mentoring, and any work with AI tools. Frame clinical experience as domain expertise that informs product development in mental health.

Skills to highlight

  • TypeScript
  • React
  • Node.js
  • Python
  • GraphQL
  • SQL
  • Technical Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • AI-assisted development
  • Agile/Lean methodologies

Role summary

A hands-on Technical Lead at Unmind, a mental health tech company, responsible for owning the technical direction, quality, and delivery of a product team. The role involves coding, mentoring, partnering with product managers, and embedding AI tools like Claude Code into the workflow.

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