Oscar Associates Ltd

Core Network Engineer | £500p/day (Inside IR35) | Cheshire | WAN, DWDM, Optical Transport Our client is looking for a Core Network Engineer with experience in high end network connectivity who understands core infrastructure that'll support inter-regional and multi-site connectivity. You must be comfortable working directly with senior stakeholders and act as the technical partner to various levels of management. This role will require you to be on site for 2 days and as this is an urgent requirement a shorter notice period will be ideal. Key responsibilities: You will be in charge of the planning and ongoing progress of the organisations core network and transport infrastructure, this will be in a high throughput routing environment Support WAN routing, switching and the transport infrastructure to make sure performance and capacity meet the requirements set out by the client Communication will be key in this role to keep on track of progress and mitigate risks so you can follow through with appropriate actions Creating and maintaining technical documentation that covers failure impacts, remediation Own core routing, support fibre infrastructure and transport technologies (eg Cisco DWDM, Cisco ASR Router, Cisco NCS) Skills Expertise in enterprise networking technologies is key, experience supporting core LAN, MAN and WAN environments is essential Hands on knowledge of core routing, switching and transport technologies, inclusive of IP Networking, MPLS, segment routing, multicast, and VPNs. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of optical transport architectures this is across metro and long distance networks. Exposure to Network automation tools and practises Examples of network observability/troubleshooting tools include, but not an exhaustive list SevOne, Splunk, NetScout, Wireshark, NDC, HPNA, NNMI, OBM, IBM Watson, NSO, etc. Must have experience engaging and collaborating with clients Ideal candidate would be someone who takes ownership of responsibilities and ensures alignment across the teams Desirables: Experience with SDN; Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, Arista CloudVision Previous experience in network design, deployment or operations would be great If you've worked with automation tools such as Python, Ansible, Django etc. (specifically for ticketing systems and network devices) that's a bonus! Industry experience working within the financial sector Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location. Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified. If this sounds like a good fit, apply now as interviews will commence imminently! Core Network Engineer | £500p/day (Inside IR35) | Cheshire | WAN, DWDM, Optical Transport Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Junior/Mid-Level Full Stack PHP Developer | Hybrid (Manchester City Centre) | £30,000 - £45,000 DOE I'm partnering with an established UK business that's in the middle of a significant investment into its internal technology. They're looking to add a Full Stack PHP Developer to help evolve a core platform, with a strong focus on modernising the Front End and continuing to improve existing functionality across the system. The role offers a good balance between platform redevelopment, new feature delivery, and ongoing enhancements , working closely with senior stakeholders and the wider tech team to influence how the system is shaped over time. You'll be working across: PHP and Laravel in a full stack environment Modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js or React Cloud infrastructure hosted on AWS API development and third-party integrations Continuous improvement of an internal CMS and related business applications They're looking for someone with: Commercial experience using PHP and Laravel Strong JavaScript fundamentals and exposure to a modern Front End framework Confidence working with both established codebases and newer development A genuine interest in learning, upskilling, and improving code quality What's on offer: Salary in the region of £30k-£45k , depending on experience Hybrid working ( 3 days on-site in Manchester city centre) Funded training and access to development resources The chance to work on long-term, meaningful system transformation projects If you're a PHP developer keen to broaden your Front End skills while having real impact on a core platform, feel free to drop me a message for more details. Junior/Mid-Level Full Stack PHP Developer | Hybrid (Manchester City Centre) | £30,000 - £45,000 DOE Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Senior Full Stack Developer| Manchester | Hybrid (3 days on-site) | £60,000 - £75,000 I'm supporting a long-established UK organisation with a strong SME customer base that's continuing to invest in its internal and customer-facing technology. They're looking to bring in a Senior Full Stack Engineer to strengthen a small in-house development team and help move several key platforms forward. This role blends new feature development with the ongoing evolution of an existing core system. You'll have genuine input into technical decisions and work closely with other experienced engineers who care about maintainable code, sensible architecture and steady improvement. The role Building and enhancing web applications across the full stack Contributing to a new greenfield project alongside an established platform Writing clean, well-structured code with testing baked in Taking part in code reviews and collaborative design discussions Working within a structured workflow using tickets and pull requests What they're looking for Strong commercial experience with PHP and a modern framework (Laravel) Frontend experience using React to build user-friendly interfaces Solid understanding of relational databases (MySQL) and performance considerations Comfortable working in Linux-based environments Familiarity with software design principles and best practices (Cloud exposure, particularly AWS, is advantageous but not essential) Package & benefits £60k - £75k salary depending on experience Hybrid working model (3 days Manchester-based) Choice of laptop Generous holiday allowance with increases over time Pension contribution and private medical cover Additional perks including wellbeing benefits, social events and flexible working This would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, values quality over shortcuts, and wants to be part of a stable team building software that's used at real scale. APPLY NOW if this is the role for you! Senior Full Stack Developer| Manchester | Hybrid (3 days on-site) | £60,000 - £75,000 Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Senior Full Stack PHP (Laravel) Developer | Manchester City Centre | Hybrid | £50,000 - £65,000 DOE I'm working with a rapidly scaling UK-based company that's looking to bring in a Senior Full Stack PHP (Laravel) Developer to play a key role in shaping Back End systems and supporting product expansion. This is a hands-on senior role with real ownership. You'll work closely with senior technical leadership to design and evolve APIs, improve system performance, and help define how platforms scale securely and reliably. The role will involve: Leading Back End development using PHP and Laravel across several products Working with Front End frameworks using React and/or Vue.js Designing and maintaining APIs, services and integrations Taking ownership of database design, optimisation and performance Collaborating with Front End and product teams to deliver robust user-facing features Supporting deployment, hosting and infrastructure improvements Reviewing code, mentoring other developers and raising engineering standards What they're looking for: Strong commercial experience with Laravel and modern PHP Confident working with databases and API-driven architectures Solid knowledge of Front End fundamentals (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and React & Vue.js Experience working in cloud-based environments (AWS preferred) Someone who enjoys problem-solving, ownership and collaborative working What's on offer: Competitive salary (DOE) Hybrid working ( 3 days on-site in Manchester) Private healthcare and benefits package Bonus scheme and funded learning & development Clear progression within a growing engineering team Modern office space and a supportive, social culture APPLY NOW if this role is for you! Senior Full Stack PHP (Laravel) Developer | Manchester City Centre | Hybrid | £50,000 - £65,000 DOE Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

iOS Developer | Location: Cheshire East | Hybrid | On-site 4 days per week | £50,000-£75,000 DOE Overview We're working with a Cheshire-based technology business that is expanding its in-house mobile capability. They are looking for an experienced iOS Developer to help design and build high-quality mobile applications that place user experience at the centre of the product. This role suits someone who enjoys being close to the product, collaborating regularly with designers and engineers, and working on-site as part of a hands-on delivery team. The Opportunity You'll play a key role in developing and evolving a core iOS application, with a strong focus on usability, performance and visual polish. The work involves both feature delivery and continuous improvement, with real influence over how the product looks and feels. Responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining native iOS features using Swift and SwiftUI Translating UI/UX designs into intuitive, high-quality mobile experiences Working closely with design and product teams to refine user flows and interactions Integrating APIs and collaborating with Back End engineers Contributing to code quality, best practices and technical discussions Supporting testing, releases and ongoing optimisation of the iOS app What the Client Is Looking For The client is seeking a developer with solid commercial experience who is confident owning iOS features end-to-end. Key requirements: 4-5 years' experience developing native iOS applications Strong hands-on experience with SwiftUI (and Swift) in production environments Demonstrable UI/UX skills, with a good eye for layout, interaction and usability Experience integrating RESTful APIs and working with Back End services Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows A pragmatic, detail-oriented approach with a focus on delivering polished user experiences Working Environment This is a highly collaborative, product-focused environment where developers are encouraged to contribute ideas, challenge assumptions and take ownership of quality. Regular in-person collaboration is a key part of how the team works. Package & Benefits £50,000-£75,000 salary, depending on experience 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays On-site working 4 days per week in Cheshire East Modern equipment and development tools provided Support for ongoing learning and professional development Location & Requirements This role is based in Cheshire East with a strong on-site presence. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. iOS Developer | Location: Cheshire East | Hybrid | On-site 4 days per week | £50,000-£75,000 DOE Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Full Stack Software Developer| Location: Cumbria | Hybrid | 1 day/week on-site | £50,000-£75,000 Overview We're working with a Cumbria-based technology business that builds data-driven software used by organisations across the UK and internationally. As their platform continues to scale and evolve, they're looking to add an experienced Full Stack Engineer to support both new development and long-term technical improvement. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across the stack, contributing to technical decisions, and helping modernise established systems rather than starting from scratch. The Opportunity You'll join a small, collaborative engineering team responsible for several interconnected products. The work is varied and includes feature development, platform enhancement, and preparing systems to support a wider global user base. Typical responsibilities include: Delivering new functionality across Back End services and Front End applications Improving existing systems to enhance reliability, scalability and maintainability Designing and consuming APIs to connect internal and external data sources Contributing to technical direction, tooling choices and architectural discussions Taking part in code reviews and sharing knowledge within the team Supporting multiple products, including core platforms and bespoke client solutions What the Client Is Looking For The ideal candidate will have strong experience building production web applications and be comfortable navigating both modern and Legacy environments. Key skills and experience: Solid experience with PHP and a modern framework (eg Laravel or similar) Front End development using TypeScript and a framework such as Angular Good working knowledge of MySQL and relational data modelling Experience deploying or maintaining applications in a cloud environment (AWS preferred) Familiarity with Git-based workflows and collaborative development practices A pragmatic engineering mindset with a focus on delivering value Confidence working with inherited codebases and improving them incrementally Exposure to AI-assisted development tools Working Environment This client values thoughtful engineering, continuous learning and open collaboration. Engineers are encouraged to challenge ideas, share improvements and take ownership of their work. Time is actively set aside for learning and skills development. Package & Benefits £50,000-£75,000 base salary, depending on experience 33 days annual leave including bank holidays Hybrid working with flexibility around home and office time Modern equipment and development tooling provided Location & Requirements The role is hybrid, with regular collaboration days in Cumbria . Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Full Stack Software Developer| Location: Cumbria | Hybrid | 1 day/week on-site | £50,000-£75,000 Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Java Engineer | Hybrid (Scotland) | £550-£650 (Inside IR35) | 6 months initially (likely extension) | (Java, Spring Boot, Azure) We're looking for a Java Engineer, that has previous experience working with Azure for a range of exciting projects. Rate: £550-£650 (Inside IR35) Length: 6-month initial contract, strong likelihood of extension Location: Scotland Key Skills & Experience: Strong core Java development background Experience with Spring Boot Exposure to Azure App Services Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins preferred) Terraform experience desirable Must have valid Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available) You'll be joining a well established organisation, working on a range of internal systems and services. If this sounds like you, apply now for more details! Java Engineer | Hybrid (Scotland) | £550-£650 (Inside IR35) | 6 months initially (likely extension) | (Java, Spring Boot, Azure) Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

AI Engineer | 6 Month Contract | Hybrid | £400-450 (IIR35) We're looking for an AI Engineer with deep expertise in data privacy to help us build safe, compliant, and intelligent systems. This role sits at the intersection of AI, data engineering, and regulatory compliance, ensuring our AI products align with frameworks like GDPR and CCPA while delivering real-world value. Location: London (3 days onsite) Contract: 6 months (extension very likely) Rate: £400-450 (IIR35) Start date: ASAP What you'll do: Build and deploy AI models (LLMs, NLP, image recognition, predictive analytics) into business workflows. Prototype privacy-first solutions using techniques such as federated learning, differential privacy, and secure multi-party computation. Implement safeguards across the ML life cycle: data security, access controls, and loss-prevention policies. Design monitoring and auditing frameworks to detect anomalies, leakage, or compliance risks. Collaborate with legal, product, and security teams to translate regulation into technical solutions. Develop assessment tools, stress-test models for vulnerabilities, and clearly communicate findings to non-technical audiences. Create documentation, training, and guidance to embed privacy-aware practices across teams. What we're looking for: Strong track record as an AI/ML or Privacy Engineer with end-to-end model development experience. Proficiency in Python, plus hands-on experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX. Skilled in cloud environments (GCP required; multi-cloud experience a plus). Knowledge of adversarial testing, model robustness, and data security best practices. Excellent communicator, able to simplify technical risks and privacy issues for broader teams. Experience mentoring or guiding peers on model training and AI deployment. If you're interested, apply now for immediate consideration. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

VMware NSX Architect | 3 Month Contract | £500-600 p/day | Remote We are seeking an experienced VMware NSX Architect to lead the networking design for a VCF 9.x environment. You'll be responsible for overlay and VLAN-backed topologies, NSX federation, and edge cluster deployment, working closely with customer and network teams to deliver enterprise-scale solutions. Location: Remote (occasional trips to Basingstoke) Contract: 3 months (OIR35) Rate: £500-600 p/day Start date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Lead NSX design sessions and produce detailed design documentation. Define and validate overlay networking, VLAN-backed integration, and NSX Edge Clusters. Deliver workshops covering NSX use cases and operational best practices. Support federation between NSX instances and ensure BC/DR alignment. Work with physical network teams to integrate NSX with underlying infrastructure Skills: Proven hands-on experience with NSX-T architecture and design. Expertise in overlay networking, VLAN-backed topologies, EVPN/VXLAN. Experience with NSX Federation and multi-site deployments. Strong grasp of physical networking protocols (BGP, L2/L3). Excellent documentation and workshop delivery skills. Desired: VMware VCAP-NV or VCDX-NV certification. Experience with Aria Operations for Networks. Exposure to hybrid/multi-cloud networking. If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate considersation. Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location. Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Python Developer Contract Outside IR35 6 months £500 - £600 p/d My Client is looking for a contract Python Developer to assist with a new project that they are kicking off in October, The ideal candidate will have the following set of skills: - Strong Python Experience - Good Experience with Django - Experience with Docker/Kubernetes Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

.NET Developer | C#, WCF, SQL | Outside IR35 | £300/350P/D I am currently working alongside a leading Microsoft company who are looking to bring in a .NET Developer to join their team and create a new learning management system! As a company, they have a global presence with offices across the UK, Europe and US. They are a team who are passionate about communication betweeen team members, with daily scrums and frequent coding reviews. It is a fully remote role! Outside IR35- £300/350 P/D The .NET Developer will have experience using: C# .NET .NET Core WCF SQL Web API. They will be looking for somebody who can start ASAP! If you are interested send your applications through! .NET Developer | C#, WCF, SQL | Outside IR35 | £300/350P/D Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Rollout & IT Support Engineer My client, based in North Wales, are looking for a Rollout & IT Support Engineer. The candidate must be able to commute to Mold, North Wales and must also be immediately available. Someone with Windows 7 and Active Directory experience is also a must. The client is in a position to interview this week. Any experience rolling out around schools is desirable Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

IT | Drupal Developer | Remote | Energy | £300/day | Outside IR35 I have partnered with an exciting Renewable Energy company who are looking for a Drupal Developer to join their core engineering team on a 3 month contract. They are looking for a highly motivated Drupal Developer with a proven track record working on large scale data driven websites using Drupal. The project is expected to go on for some time and the work with vary depending on the project but don't worry, you won't be working alone, you will be joining a small Agile team of developers to deliver these websites. Key Skills: * At least 5 years' experience using Drupal. * Experience using PHP (Symfony, Zend, Yii) * Experience using JavaScript, HTML and CSS * Experience working with MySQL The role will be Outside IR35 All applicants must be based in the UK as occasional onsite meetings may be required. IT | Drupal Developer | Remote | Energy | £300/day | Outside IR35 Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Infrastructure Manager Hybrid Working (work from home) London Office Location Key Skills: Windows 365, Azure, Meraki, LAN experience Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 28 days of annual leave and plenty of benefits The Role: An Infrastructure Manager is sought for this exciting role in a supportive and highly regarded client in the Healthcare/Not for Profit sector! You will be leading the Service Desk team and be the go-to person for technical and policy issues! You will bring your managerial and customer service expertise to design and deliver a smooth, effective and evolving IT infrastructure with your team, whilst also maintaining a hands-on technical role within the organisation. IT Infrastructure Manager Requirements: Microsoft Office 365 Certified Experienced with efficiency of deployment and policy standards eg, Intune, Cloud App Security Public Cloud experience including Azure MCP qualified/ITIL V3 Certified (or equivalent) Managing Meraki wired and Wi-FI LAN Customer service experience The Company The client is a longstanding, highly regarded professional body operating as a Not for Profit within the Healthcare sector. This client creates real impact and holds huge responsibility for policy, practice standards, cutting-edge research, and training for healthcare professional across the UK. If their fantastic reputation and meaningful impact isn't enough then their benefits are second to none. Some of the benefits you can expect as an Infrastructure Manager include: Free Gym Membership Medicash benefits scheme Flexi working Enhanced Maternity leave and pay 10 days paid Paternity leave 28 days Annual leave including Bank Holidays AND discretionary closure days! Pension scheme Apply Now! Are you an experienced IT infrastructure Manager looking for your next right move in a company that creates meaningful impact on a daily basis? Then this opportunity is definitely for you! Taking applications immediately, closing date is Monday 15th of November, but don't take your time this is filling up fast so don't miss out! Hybrid Working (work from home) London Office Location Key Skills: Windows 365, Azure, Meraki, LAN experience Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 28 days of annual leave and plenty of benefits Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Database Architect - MySQL MySQL, Linux, Storage, Automation/Scripting, Monitoring, Finance/Financial £525 - £625 Per Day Inside IR35 Fully Remote Working Initial 3 Month Contract (extension likely) Our long standing client based in London is exclusively working with us to secure a highly experienced fully remote working Database Architect specialising in MySQL. They are looking for a Database Architect who has an in depth working knowledge of MySQL along with experience working for Global Finance/Financial organisation with large user numbers. Additional skills are: Linux, Storage (NetApp/NAS), Load-Balancer (NGNX, AVI, F5), Splunk Monitoring, Automation/Scripting. Skills and Requirements: Experience in a Global Financial/Finance company Database Architecture/Engineering within large organisations Record of delivering complex solutions Knowledge of Security/Compliance/Risk considerations as they relate to solution design, implementation and operation within global financial organisations Ability to navigate complex operational environments effectively In depth MySQL (deep performance/resilience) Linux Storage (NetApp or NAS) Load-balancer (F5, NGNX, Avi) Monitoring (Splunk) Automation & Scripting (Ansible, Mulesoft) Root Cause Analysis Excellent verbal/written communication Experience delivering solutions in complex global environments of over 50,000 If you are a Database Architect with and in depth knowledge and expert level experience with MySQL alongside experience working for Global Finance/Financial organisation with large user numbers and tech experience with; Linux, Storage (NetApp/NAS), Load-Balancer (NGNX, AVI, F5), Splunk Monitoring, Automation/Scripting - Please get in touch ASAP to ensure you don't miss out. £525 - £625 Per Day Inside IR35 Fully Remote Working Initial 3 Month Contract (extension likely) MySQL, Linux, Storage, Automation/Scripting, Monitoring, Finance/Financial Database Architect - MySQL Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy on our website