Proactive Appointments

Software Developer London Hybrid - 3 days on-site per week Market Salary - Dependent on Experience Permanent Our London-based client is seeking a Software Developer with 3-5 years' experience to join their team on a permanent basis. You'll become part of a collaborative IT function that is embracing modern technologies while maintaining a strong service-focused culture. As part of the Applications & Development team, you'll play a key role in developing, enhancing, and supporting business-critical applications, helping to deliver secure, efficient, and innovative technology solutions across the organisation. Working alongside a well-established IT department, you'll contribute to the ongoing modernisation of systems and processes while ensuring applications continue to meet the evolving needs of the business. Key responsibilities Developing and maintaining .NET applications. Designing and building new software solutions. Supporting and improving existing systems. Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders to understand requirements. Troubleshooting and resolving application issues. Producing technical documentation. Keeping systems secure, up to date, and following development best practice. Staying up to date with new technologies, including Azure, AI, and the Microsoft Power Platform. Experience Required: C#/.NET, ASP.NET and .NET Core. SQL Server. JavaScript, HTML and CSS. REST APIs. Microsoft Azure. Azure DevOps and Git. SharePoint Online. Power Automate (Microsoft Power Platform). Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience: Power BI or SSRS reporting. Microsoft Office development (VBA/.NET). ITIL environments. AI services within Microsoft Azure. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Junior Java Developer Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset | Permanent | Up to £40k per annum | Hybrid Our client is looking to onboard a Java Developer on a permanent basis. This role would suit a recent graduate or a candidate with a small amount of commercial experience who is looking to take on a bigger role and further develop their career within a forward-thinking technology team. As a Full Stack Java/J2EE Developer, you will play a key role in shaping modern applications and system platforms that power the business. From requirements analysis and technical architecture through to design, development, testing, and deployment, you will be involved in the full life cycle of projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on end-to-end cloud-based projects, build integrations with multiple systems, and contribute to innovative technology solutions in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Experience and Technical Skills Required: A degree in Computer Science, Technical Science, or equivalent experience. Hands-on experience in J2EE software development projects - both Front End and Back End. Familiarity with testing practices (junit, integration, system, regression). Knowledge of J2EE, RESTful Web Services, and frameworks like React and Struts. Strong coding skills in Java, plus any experience with other languages such as C++, Python, Perl, or JavaScript. Experience using development tools such as Git,SVN, Eclipse. A genuine interest in growing your technical skills and staying ahead of emerging trends. Innovative, resourceful, and collaborative problem-solving abilities. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Junior Java Developer Weston-Super-Mere, Somerset | Permanent | Up to £31k per annum | Hybrid Our client is looking to onboard a Java Developer on a permanent basis. This role would suit a recent graduate or a candidate with a small amount of commercial experience who is looking to take on a bigger role and further develop their career within a forward-thinking technology team. As a Full Stack Java/J2EE Developer, you will play a key role in shaping modern applications and system platforms that power the business. From requirements analysis and technical architecture through to design, development, testing, and deployment, you will be involved in the full life cycle of projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on end-to-end cloud-based projects, build integrations with multiple systems, and contribute to innovative technology solutions in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Experience and Technical Skills Required: A degree in Computer Science, Technical Science, or equivalent experience. Hands-on experience in J2EE software development projects - both Front End and Back End. Familiarity with testing practices (junit, integration, system, regression). Knowledge of J2EE, RESTful Web Services, and frameworks like React and Struts. Strong coding skills in Java, plus any experience with other languages such as C++, Python, Perl, or JavaScript. Experience using development tools such as Git,SVN, Eclipse. A genuine interest in growing your technical skills and staying ahead of emerging trends. Innovative, resourceful, and collaborative problem-solving abilities. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Software Engineer Hybrid working 2 days onsite per week We are seeking a talented and forward-thinking Software Engineer to join our clients growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and maintain both desktop and web applications using C#, WPF, Vue.js, and related modern technologies. Working closely with electrical, systems, and test engineers, you'll help deliver cohesive, integrated solutions that support their cutting-edge industrial products. We are looking for someone with strong commercial experience, deep understanding of SOLID principles, and a passion for high-quality software architecture and design. If you enjoy collaborating across disciplines, contributing to design discussions, and mentoring others, we'd love to hear from you. Key Skills & Experience Strong proficiency in C# , WPF , and Vue.js Experience with microservices architecture Solid understanding of software design principles (SOLID) Experience with CI/CD , agile development, and code reviews Ability to maintain Legacy systems while driving modernisation initiatives Bonus: Knowledge of electronic circuits or industrial software environments Software Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

About the Company A leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in pensions and insurance services. The organisation combines deep industry expertise with advanced technology and analytics to support large-scale pension schemes and their sponsoring employers. It provides administration for over one million members and delivers advisory services across schemes of all sizes, including many with assets exceeding £1bn. It also supports insurance clients in the life and bulk annuities sector. Package Details Remote (UK) | £45,000-£60,000 + 6% bonus Main Duties and Responsibilities Model Development (Azure Machine Learning Studio focus) Work collaboratively with actuarial and analytics teams to design, build, and deploy machine learning and statistical models using Azure Machine Learning Studio (AML Studio) in production environments. Apply appropriate ML techniques to improve predictions such as longevity, default risk, and investment outcomes. Machine Learning Operations (MLOps in Azure) Manage the full ML life cycle using Azure ML Studio, including deployment, monitoring, retraining pipelines, and version control. Implement robust MLOps practices such as model drift detection, data quality monitoring, and automated retraining workflows. Data Engineering and Preprocessing Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using Python, SQL, and Azure Data Factory (ADF). Ensure data is clean, reliable, and structured for use in Azure ML Studio workflows. Software Development Produce clean, efficient, and production-grade Python code. Apply CI/CD practices and DevOps/MLOps principles integrated with Azure Machine Learning Studio environments. Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with actuarial analysts and modelling teams to translate outputs from Azure ML Studio into actionable insights and business recommendations. Innovation and Continuous Improvement Stay up to date with developments in Azure Machine Learning Studio, MLOps, and data science technologies, identifying opportunities to improve models, automation, and delivery efficiency. Training and Knowledge Sharing Support and train team members on machine learning approaches and Azure ML Studio workflows, including deployment and monitoring practices. Stakeholder Communication Clearly explain machine learning concepts and Azure ML Studio-based solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Job Requirements Essential Strong hands-on experience with Azure Machine Learning Studio (AML Studio), including end-to-end model development, deployment, monitoring, and life cycle management in production environments Experience building and optimising ML models using Azure ML workflows Strong Python and SQL skills for data manipulation, modelling, and automation Experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF) for data pipeline development Strong understanding of CI/CD and MLOps practices, ideally within Azure environments Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI Strong communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences Desirable Experience in pensions, insurance, or regulated financial services Experience working in multidisciplinary analytics or actuarial teams Broader exposure to Azure ecosystem tools (eg, Azure DevOps, Databricks) Key Requirement The most critical requirement for this role is hands-on, production-level experience with Azure Machine Learning Studio (AML Studio), including building and deploying ML models end-to-end, managing model life cycle in production, implementing MLOps workflows (monitoring, drift detection, retraining), and integrating Azure ML Studio with data pipelines and CI/CD processes. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Ruby on Rails Developer Hybrid work 2/3 days onsite per month We are seeking an experienced Ruby on Rails Developer to join our clients growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate developer who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys solving complex technical challenges. You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining high-performing, scalable applications that directly impact our customers and business operations. In this role, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to develop new features, enhance existing systems, and ensure our platform remains stable and efficient. Your deep understanding of Rails architecture, PostgreSQL optimisation, and API design will be essential as you contribute to ongoing development projects. If you enjoy collaborating in Agile/Scrum environments, value clean code, and are eager to work with modern tooling, cloud services, and containerised deployments, we'd love to hear from you. Key Skills 4+ years' experience with Ruby on Rails Strong understanding of OOP & Rails architecture Extensive experience with PostgreSQL (performance tuning, complex queries) Background job processing with Sidekiq & Redis Expertise in RESTful APIs , JSON, JWT, SSO Experience with AWS & Docker Production system support & troubleshooting Strong communication skills & Agile/Scrum experience Ruby on Rails Developer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website