Freelance Tech Lead
Location: Barcelona-based freelance
Client: International Life Sciences Innovation
Work Model: Hybrid – 3 days onsite in Barcelona + 2 days remote
Start: ASAP
Daily Rate: 675€
Project Duration: Until at least March (first release milestone)
Project Context
Our client, a major global actor in the life sciences industry, is developing a new digital platform inspired by Pro Campus. The goal is to centralize scientific content for Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) and support strategic medication launches.
The platform will include:
1. Interactive learning modules (e.g., quizzes)
2. Data-collection features to analyze user interest & content preferences
3. Content preparation for global medical product launches, including a key launch in March in the US
4. A confirmed Version 1 release is scheduled for March
You will join the R&D Digital Innovation Accelerator, collaborating closely with product, UX, data, and engineering teams.
Role: Freelance Tech Lead
As the Tech Lead, you will be responsible for shaping the technical vision, ensuring high-quality delivery, and guiding engineering decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
You will oversee architecture, development best practices, integration, performance, and day-to-day engineering leadership for the platform.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Architecture
5. Define the technical architecture, frameworks, and tools for the platform
6. Ensure strong scalability, performance, security, and reliability
7. Evaluate technical options and make strategic recommendations
Engineering Delivery
8. Oversee and guide the engineering team throughout the development cycle
9. Ensure timely delivery of Version 1 in alignment with the March deadline
10. Review code, ensure development best practices, and maintain high-quality standards
11. Coordinate integrations with internal systems, APIs, and data flows
Cross-Functional Collaboration
12. Work closely with the Product Owner, UX Designers, and Researchers to align technical decisions with user and business needs
13. Translate product requirements into clear technical specifications
14. Identify risks, dependencies, and propose mitigation plans
Agile Delivery
15. Support Agile ceremonies (planning, refinement, technical reviews)
16. Help structure sprints and guide the team toward predictable and efficient delivery
Requirements
17. Proven experience as a Tech Lead, Lead Engineer, or Senior Full-Stack Developer
18. Strong understanding of modern web architectures, cloud platforms, and API integrations
19. Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams
20. Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and iterative delivery
21. Ability to make architectural decisions and communicate them clearly
22. Experience working on digital platforms with content management, data collection, or learning modules is a plus
23. Previous experience in regulated industries (healthcare, pharma, life sciences) is a plus
24. Excellent communication and leadership skills
25. Fluency in English (French is a plus)
26. Availability to work onsite in Barcelona 3 days/week
Why Join This Project?
27. Lead the technical delivery of a high-visibility digital platform
28. Work with a multi-disciplinary international team
29. Contribute to innovation in the life sciences sector
30. Freelance contract with a Daily Rate of 675€