Lead Technology Specialist – Digital Twin

Digital Catapult

. Lead technical teams delivering engineering and consultative Digital Twin projects .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeBelfast • United KingdomSenior💰 £65,000 - £75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technical teams to deliver Digital Twin projects, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and technical excellence. Proficient in translating complex requirements into actionable project plans while fostering team development and performance.

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Digital Twin DevelopmentTechnical Team LeadershipStakeholder EngagementPython Coding ExperienceDigital Twin Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Digital Twin DevelopmentIoTEdge ComputingSimulationVisualisationData AnalyticsPythonC/C++JavaScriptGo

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCoachingProviding Constructive Feedback

Certifications & Qualifications

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance

Industry Keywords

Digital Twin TechnologiesTechnical Delivery StrategyOperational EnvironmentComplex ProjectsProfessional Software Development Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

IoTJavaScriptPythonRustC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical teams delivering engineering and consultative Digital Twin projects
Provide expert-level advice on Digital Twin technologies
Ensure project Digital Twins are technically excellent and meet stakeholder needs
Assess technical skillsets and personnel required for project design and delivery
Assist the Head of Technology Adoption with hiring and resource allocation
Help line managers understand staff performance on projects
Support identification of colleagues’ personal development needs
Support the Head of Technology Adoption in developing the Digital Twin technical delivery strategy
Lead project teams without line management responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hands-on experience developing Digital Twins for use in an operational environment
Proven track record of leading technical teams in delivering complex projects or products
Deep knowledge of Digital Twin methodologies and enabling technologies, including IoT, edge computing, simulation, visualisation and data analytics
Track record of advising other technical experts
Experience engaging senior stakeholders across industry, government or academia
Ability to translate uncertain or evolving needs into clear technical requirements and deliverable projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience producing reports, demonstrators and supporting collateral
Experience coaching colleagues and providing constructive feedback
Understanding of professional software development and maintenance practices
Ideally, hands-on coding experience in Python, C/C++, JavaScript, Go or Rust
Successful completion of Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance prior to employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary company bonus
25 days annual leave, Bank Holidays and 3 days between Christmas and New Year
Double-matched pension up to 10% of salary
4% of salary benefits allowance, including health cash plan, Private Medical Insurance, buying holiday, and topping up pension
E-Vehicle Scheme
Cycle2Work
Tech Scheme
Gym Discounts
Give As You Earn
PerkPal
Life insurance 4x salary
Free access to EAP & Financial Wellbeing advice
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Hybrid working with offices available 2 days per week
Ongoing learning and development investment
Company social events and free office snacks
Employee-led affinity groups and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
Football team, running and climbing groups, and volunteering activities