SoCode Limited

Service Desk Engineer 160 - 190 Per day (Inside IR35) 3 month initial contract Cambridge based, Fully Onsite As a Service Desk Engineer, you will be responsible for the effective delivery of a customer-focused, professional IT support service and expected to work effectively as part of a small IT team. Duties: First point of contact for IT issues requiring support for both colleagues and visitors. Aiding at both tier 1 and 2. Advise users on good practice and share relevant knowledge. Deploy and maintain Operating Systems and Applications on computers. Maintain accurate asset inventory and control of corporate hardware within our ITSM system. Support Desk moves, changes, provision & induct new starters. Person Specification: Technical knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems and infrastructure, networking basics, software, and applications. Experience and ability to solve issue above tier 1. Proficiency with ITSM tools (Ideally Fresh Service) and ticketing systems for tracking and managing user support requests. You will have at least 3 years of experience operating ITSM tools. Experience Imaging desktop computers and laptops and controlling assets and stock. Proficient in the operation and support of the Microsoft Office Suite and related applications to a level detailed enough to provide basic training and support to users. An ideal candidate would have previous experience working within a tech or scientific, multi-site organisation. If you are interested, apply here now!

Are you an experienced IT Asset Manager with a strong background in working with Tier 1 vendors and driving compliance and reporting excellence ? Our client, a leading global organisation, is looking for a confident and detail-oriented professional to join their growing team. Key Responsibilities Oversee the full lifecycle management of IT assets across hardware, software, and cloud environments. Manage relationships and negotiations with Tier 1 vendors , ensuring commercial and contractual compliance. Maintain accurate asset records and inventories using enterprise-grade ITAM tools. Produce detailed compliance, audit, and financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. Support governance processes, ensuring adherence to licensing and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with procurement, finance, and IT operations teams to optimise asset utilisation and cost efficiency. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in IT Asset Management within a large-scale or enterprise environment. Strong exposure to Tier 1 vendors (e.g., Microsoft, Adobie, Cisco, Dell, HP, etc.). Deep understanding of software licensing , hardware lifecycle , and IT compliance frameworks . Skilled in creating and presenting clear, actionable reports for senior management. Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong stakeholder management skills. Certifications such as ITIL , IAITAM , or ISO 19770 are desirable.

Infrastructure Engineer (Azure Virtual Desktop Specialist) On-site South Cambridge UK (British National - On site) - Will need to become Security Cleared Our client, is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure solutions, supporting the design, deployment, and maintenance of virtual desktop environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop solutions for enterprise clients. Ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of virtual desktop environments. Collaborate with internal teams to integrate AVD with existing IT infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to virtual desktops, networking, and cloud services. Develop and maintain documentation, best practices, and technical standards. Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer , with a strong focus on Azure Virtual Desktop . Expertise in Microsoft Azure , including networking, identity management, and security best practices. Hands-on experience with Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD) , and application virtualization. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and Intune . Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation for AVD deployments. Familiarity with cloud networking (VPNs, ExpressRoute, NSGs, etc.) . Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Desirable Skills: Experience with Citrix or VMware Horizon . Knowledge of Zero Trust Security models . Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-140: Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop ). Why Join? Work with a dynamic team on innovative cloud projects. Fantastic culture, benefits & future.

Senior C++ Software Engineer Salary: Up to 120,000 + Benefits Location: Cambridgeshire Working Env: Hybrid (3 days on-site) The company is a Cambridge based start-up that specialising in ultra-low latency trading technology for financial markets. Following continued growth, they are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a leading role in the design, development and maintenance of low latency, high-performance software which oversees the low-latency FPGA in real-time trading, along with comprehensive tests suites to ensure the correct and efficient operation of the system. You will collaborate with software and hardware engineers across the business and be responsible for mentoring junior members of the team. Key Requirements: Experience programming in C++ with a solid understanding of Linux and some of the following: Concurrent multi-threaded programming Networking / network protocols Common CPU architectures and how to exploit them for performance Computational / storage complexities and how to design to optimize for them Experience working across the entire Software Design Life Cycle (Architecture, Design, Implementation, Testing & Deployment Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across firmware, software, and DevOps to deliver production-grade solutions. Desired, but not essential: Experience programming in Rust.