The Tech Build Network

Connecting engineers, technology leaders, founders, investors and operators across the UK and beyond.

Technology Events, Meetups and Roundtables Near You

From engineer meetups and leadership roundtables to podcasts, vodcasts and industry events, the Tech Build Network is where technology professionals across Northern Ireland come together to share insights, build connections and stay ahead of the latest trends in software, AI and modern engineering.

Types of Events

Meetups

Connect, share ideas, network, explore tech trends in friendly gatherings.

Happy Hours

Socialise, network, enjoy drinks, fostering connections in a relaxed atmosphere.


Fireside Chat

Gain expert insights, learn stories, engage in deep tech discussions.

Hackathon

Collaborate, innovate, code solutions, build prototypes, showcase tech skills competitively.

Pitch Events

Witness startups present ideas, seek investment, grow within the tech scene.

Workshop

Develop skills, learn from experts, engage in hands-on tech training.


What is the Tech Build Network?

Whether you're scaling a team, navigating a tough hire, or just want to stay ahead of where the market is going, the Tech Build Network puts you in the room with the people who get it.

We connect engineers, technology leaders, founders, investors and operators across meetups, roundtables, podcasts and industry events. Real conversations with smart people who are building, leading and investing in tech every day.

This is your space to learn, share experiences and build the kind of connections that actually matter.

Why MCS?

For over 20 years, MCS has been embedded in the technology market, placing the people who build and lead some of the most ambitious tech teams across the UK and beyond. The Tech Build Network is a natural extension of that, a space where those relationships continue long after a placement is made.

We understand the market because we work in it every day. That means the events we run, the conversations we facilitate and the people we bring together are always grounded in what's actually happening in tech right now.

  • 4,000+ attendees. 653 Technology Leaders. 18 Breakfast Roundtables. 28 Meetups. 7 cities. One community.

Through the network we cover the topics that matter most to tech teams right now:

  • The impact of AI and automation on engineering teams and hiring strategies
  • Scaling software teams in a competitive market 
  • Attracting and retaining top technology talent 
  • Leadership challenges for CTOs and technology directors 
  • Hiring for emerging technologies including AI, machine learning and cloud 
  • Building diverse and high performing engineering cultures 
  • Navigating the contract versus permanent hiring landscape The future of software development and what it means for your team

Whether you're an engineer, a CTO, a founder or an investor, there's a place for you here.

Get Involved Your Way

Whether you'd rather be in the room or tune in on your own time, the Tech Build Network has you covered. Come along to one of our upcoming events across the UK, or catch up with our latest podcasts and vodcasts featuring some of the brightest minds in technology.

Join the Tech Build Network

The Tech Build Network is an exclusive community for engineers, technology leaders, founders, investors and operators. If you'd like to get involved, get in touch and a member of our team will be in touch to welcome you in.