Amber Labs

DevOps Engineer - Onsite (London) Global Trading Systems Location: London (Onsite, 5 days a week) Type: Full-time, Permanent Clearance Requirement: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS We're seeking a seasoned DevOps Engineer to join a fast-moving engineering team supporting global derivatives and commodities trading environments. In this role, you'll work directly with traders, developers, and infrastructure teams to ensure the high availability, performance, and regulatory compliance of real-time trading systems. This role offers the chance to be embedded at the heart of trading operations-providing production engineering expertise while contributing to the strategic modernisation of platform capabilities across algorithmic trading systems. What You'll Do Maintain and optimise high-performance, real-time trading systems used across global futures exchanges Implement and continuously enhance monitoring, reliability, and observability across front office platforms Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in deployment, release management, and platform stability Act as a key escalation point for trading system incidents, contributing to root cause analysis and long-term fixes Participate in production support and on-call rotations, ensuring uninterrupted market connectivity Contribute to audits, certification, and regulatory reviews of trading infrastructure (including MiFID II, EMIR, and RTS6) Bring a systems-thinking mindset to problem-solving across exchange connectivity, market data, and compliance tooling Support enterprise-grade market data infrastructure, including proprietary feed handlers and real-time distribution platforms Leverage scripting and automation to reduce technical debt and improve incident response speed Required Industry Expertise Strong understanding of exchange-traded derivatives , trade lifecycle, and settlement flows Familiarity with global futures exchanges , trading venues, and liquidity aggregation platforms 8+ years' hands-on experience in capital markets or commodities trading environments Proven exposure to real-time market data distribution platforms , including enterprise feedhandlers and consolidated feed solutions Deep understanding of MiFID II, EMIR, FCA compliance , and algorithmic trading regulations Solid track record working with Bloomberg, Refinitiv , and third-party EMS/OMS vendors Key Technical Skills 10+ years in front-office production support or DevOps for trading platforms Expertise in FIX protocol (8+ years) including onboarding, troubleshooting, and certification Scripting/programming in Python, PowerShell, SQL, or C# for automation and tooling Experience with RTDS components (DACS, ADH, ADS) and market data traffic management Strong debugging skills with multicast, TCP/IP , and messaging queues Hands-on experience with kdb+, Shakti , or similar time-series analytic platforms (minimum 5+ years) Familiarity with continuous delivery in high-availability, low-latency environments What You Bring as a Person Calm under pressure - comfortable making decisions in live trading scenarios Excellent communicator - able to explain technical detail to traders and stakeholders Problem solver - takes ownership of production issues and sees them through Team collaborator - works well across functions including development, compliance, and infrastructure Self-driven - proactive about system improvements and reducing operational risk What's on Offer Opportunity to work directly with front-office trading teams and high-frequency platforms Access to cutting-edge tooling and a forward-thinking DevOps culture Dynamic working environment at a leading player in the capital markets space Be part of a global team shaping the future of trading infrastructure Please Note Candidates must be eligible for BPSS clearance prior to starting. Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor visas for this position. This is a full-time onsite role in London - hybrid or remote work is not available for this position due to system access and support requirements.

amber labs is seeking a seasoned DevOps Engineer to join their team in London, focusing on the high availability and performance of trading systems. You'll work directly with traders and infrastructure teams, ensuring systems are optimised and compliant. The right candidate will possess over 8 years of experience in capital markets, with strong knowledge of trading regulations and real-time market data platforms. This is a full-time onsite position, offering dynamic opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

amber labs is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a high-performing team in London. The role involves supporting a secure cloud-based infrastructure critical for public services. You'll provide Level 3 engineering support while engaging in a paid on-call rota. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AWS, Linux, and tools like Terraform and Ansible. The position encourages personal growth and offers flexible work alongside a variety of benefits including medical insurance and a generous pension plan.

Senior Software Developer Remote with ad-hoc travel to Manchester Experience within UK central government required The Company At Amber Labs, we are a cutting edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly skilled cross functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. About the Role We're looking for a Senior Software Developer with strong expertise in Node.js (preferably), alongside Java or JavaScript, to join our growing team. To be considered for this role, candidates must: Be eligible for BPSS clearance. Have proven experience delivering projects within UK central government. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying secure, scalable, and user focused applications. This is a hands on role where you'll work across both frontend and backend technologies, build services and APIs, and contribute to high impact government programmes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Node.js (primary), plus Java and/or JavaScript. Build and integrate REST APIs to support digital services. Work with event driven architectures using Kafka and AWS SQS. Implement infrastructure as code and automated deployments using Terraform. Contribute to the design and delivery of microservices in containerised environments (Docker, AWS ECS). Implement authentication and identity management with AWS Cognito. Support and maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab. Collaborate with designers, product owners, and engineers to deliver high quality outcomes. Ensure clean, maintainable, and secure code through testing and best practices. Share knowledge and mentor junior developers where needed. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Software Developer in complex environments. Strong expertise in Node.js (essential); Java and/or JavaScript also valuable. Hands on experience designing and consuming REST APIs. Familiarity with event driven systems (Kafka, SQS). Strong understanding of microservices architecture. Proficiency with Docker and containerisation. Experience with AWS services (ECS, SQS, Cognito). Infrastructure as Code with Terraform. Experience with GitLab pipelines / CI/CD. Prior experience working on UK central government projects (essential). Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, delivery focused mindset. Clearance Requirement Must be eligible for BPSS clearance. At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship. Benefits Competitive salary and performance based bonus structure. Join a rapidly expanding consultancy where personal growth is part of our DNA. Flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Private medical insurance through Aviva. Company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access to Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform. Generous employee referral programme. Highly collaborative and collegial environment with clear opportunities for career advancement. Choice of device (PC or Mac). Diversity & Inclusion At Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported.

amber labs is looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their team. The role requires strong expertise in Node.js, with experience in Java or JavaScript being a plus. Candidates must have proven experience in delivering projects within UK central government. In this hands-on position, you will design, develop, and deploy secure and scalable applications while collaborating across teams. Benefits include competitive salary, private medical insurance, and flexible work environment.

Automation Tester (Azure) Hybrid - 2 days per week in Newcastle (initially), reducing to once a month after 3 months 12 month FTC with full company benefits We can only consider SC cleared candidates with government / public sector experience About the Role We're looking for an experienced Automation Tester with strong Azure and CI/CD integration expertise to join our Integration Team on a high-impact central government programme. This role will involve working closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and integration specialists to design and maintain robust automated testing frameworks that ensure seamless integration and deployment across cloud-based environments. To be considered for this role, candidates must hold active SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it. The role will initially require up to two days per week onsite in Newcastle for the first few months, reducing to one day per month thereafter. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks within an Azure DevOps environment. Develop and execute automated test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing. Integrate automated testing within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery. Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure test coverage across complex integration points. Analyse test results, log defects, and ensure timely resolution of issues. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices, tools, and automation frameworks. Support integration and system testing within a cloud-based architecture. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as an Automation Tester or QA Engineer in Azure-based environments. Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps, pipelines, and automated test execution. Hands on experience with CI/CD integration and automation within delivery pipelines. Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium, Postman, or similar. Understanding of API and integration testing methodologies. Familiarity with containerised environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) beneficial. Experience working within Agile delivery teams. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Prior experience working on UK central government projects (desirable). Clearance Requirement Must hold active SC clearance or be eligible for SC clearance. At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship. Benefits Competitive salary and performance based bonus structure. Private medical insurance through Aviva. Company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Generous employee referral program. Choice of device: PC or Mac.

amber labs is seeking an experienced Automation Tester to join our Integration Team on a significant government program. This position requires a strong background in Azure and CI/CD integration, with the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements in Newcastle. The candidate must have active SC clearance and will be responsible for designing and maintaining automated testing frameworks, while ensuring effective collaboration with development and DevOps teams. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including private medical insurance and an employee rewards platform.

Job Title: DevOps Engineer Location: Hybrid - 1 day per month onsite in Central London Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance (used within the last 12 months) Working Pattern: Full-time, with participation in a paid 24/7/365 on-call Rota (1 week on, 1 week off) Overview: We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a high-performing team responsible for supporting a secure, cloud-based infrastructure underpinning critical public sector services. This role involves hands on engineering support and contributing to service reliability, automation, and platform scalability. You will be part of a Level 3 support function and will participate in a paid on call Rota to provide out of hours support. Key Responsibilities: Provide Level 3 engineering support for a large-scale cloud platform used in a regulated public sector environment Participate in a paid out of hours on call support rota (evenings, weekends, and bank holidays) Build and maintain infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Support and improve CI/CD processes to enable fast, safe deployments Collaborate with cross functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement changes, and enhance system performance Ensure the infrastructure meets non functional requirements such as high availability, cost efficiency, and scalability Maintain operational documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Required Skills and Experience: Essential: Strong Linux systems administration experience AWS infrastructure and services (EC2, S3, IAM, etc.) Infrastructure as Code: Terraform or CloudFormation Configuration management: Ansible Reverse proxy/load balancer experience: Nginx CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar Docker/container experience Experience working in Agile teams using tools like Git, Jira, and Confluence Eligible for SC and NPPV3 clearance Desirable: Container orchestration with Kubernetes HashiCorp tools: Vault, Consul, Packer Monitoring and observability with Grafana, Prometheus, or similar Familiarity with cloud networking, VPCs, NAT Gateways, security groups, etc. Personal Attributes: Proactive and self driven with a passion for technology Strong problem solving mindset Collaborative team player with clear communication skills Willingness to share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement Benefits: Join a rapidly expanding start up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. At Amber Labs, all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type. What Happens Next? If this role has peaked your interest, please apply and our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps.

Delivery Manager Remote with ad hoc travel 12 month fixed term contract (FTC) The Company At Amber Labs, we are a cutting edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly skilled cross functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. About the Role Amber Labs is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to lead Agile project delivery for a high profile central government client. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast paced environments, understands the nuances of public sector transformation, and can steer multidisciplinary teams toward successful outcomes. As a Delivery Manager, you'll be responsible for orchestrating the delivery of digital products and services that meet user needs and align with government standards. You'll work closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex digital projects within a central government environment Champion Agile methodologies and foster high performing, cross functional teams Own delivery plans, timelines, and resource coordination to ensure successful outcomes Facilitate sprint planning, stand ups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and technical teams to align delivery with business goals Identify and manage delivery risks, dependencies, and blockers Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the delivery lifecycle Monitor progress against KPIs and delivery milestones, reporting regularly to senior leadership Drive continuous improvement across delivery practices and team performance Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Delivery Manager in Agile environments, ideally within government or public sector programmes Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and delivery governance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non technical audiences Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in fast paced, outcome driven settings Familiarity with delivery tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, and MS Project Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to evolving project needs Experience working within GDS (Government Digital Service) standards is a plus Comfortable navigating hybrid cloud environments and digital transformation programme Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure. Join a rapidly expanding start up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. This role at Amber Labs is a 12 Month salary based FTC position, and all employees are required to be eligible for BPSS. Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

Senior Front-End Engineer Location: Hybrid - two days per week in the MOD offices in the South East Contract: 12-month FTC with full company benefits Clearance: Must hold active SC clearance and have UK government / public sector experience We are unable to consider candidates who don't have active SC. The Company At Amber Labs, we're a cutting edge UK and European technology consultancy that empowers autonomy, promotes experimentation, and drives rapid learning to deliver exceptional value to our clients. Collaboration sits at the heart of our culture - every team member, regardless of role, works together to minimise risk and accelerate delivery. Our teams consist of highly skilled engineers, designers, analysts, and consultants dedicated to building world class digital services for government and enterprise clients. About the Role We're seeking an experienced Senior Front End Engineer to lead the development, modification, and maintenance of the front end elements that users interact with across our government service platforms. You'll work in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with designers, developers, and user researchers to deliver accessible, performant, and standards compliant services that meet the needs of real users and align with government digital standards. This role is about setting the bar for front end quality, defining best practices, ensuring accessibility and performance, and applying modern development techniques. You'll champion progressive enhancement, responsive design, and usability across multiple browsers and devices. Key Responsibilities Lead front end development across multiple digital service projects. Build accessible, responsive user interfaces that meet GDS accessibility and usability standards. Ensure products are built with modern web development techniques and principles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including UX designers, back end developers, and testers. Maintain high code quality through code reviews, testing, and documentation. Optimise web performance and maintain browser/device compatibility. Mentor junior developers and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Contribute to design system evolution and reusable component libraries. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a front end developer in production and prototype environments. Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (including Node.js, ReactJS, ExpressJS, Mongoose). Experience with templating and UI frameworks such as Nunjucks, Freemarker, Bootstrap, LESS, and SASS. Working knowledge of CI/CD tooling such as Git, GitLab CI, Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus, and Artifactory. Deep understanding of accessibility, progressive enhancement, and performance optimisation. Experience building services that perform efficiently across multiple devices and browsers. Strong understanding of UX principles and user centred design. Experience working in Agile delivery teams. Clearance Requirement Must hold active SC clearance. We are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship at this time. Benefits Competitive salary and performance based bonus structure. Opportunity to work on impactful government digital services. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Private medical insurance (Aviva). Company pension plan (Nest). 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access to Perkbox - employee discounts, perks, and wellbeing resources. Inclusive and collaborative company culture that values experimentation and innovation. Choice of device - PC or Mac.

Amber Labs in the UK is seeking a Senior Front-End Engineer to lead front-end development for government services. The role demands strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. Applicants must have active SC clearance and experience in Agile teams. The position offers hybrid working with benefits such as private medical insurance, a competitive salary, and 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

amber labs is seeking a Delivery Manager to lead Agile project delivery for a central government client. The ideal candidate should possess proven experience in Agile environments and have strong stakeholder management skills. This role offers a 12-month fixed-term contract with competitive benefits including private medical insurance, a pension plan, and opportunities for career advancement. Amber Labs is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, valuing diversity and collaboration among its employees.

amber labs is looking for a Senior Front-End Engineer to lead the development of front-end elements across government service platforms. The role involves ensuring accessibility and performance in user interfaces while collaborating closely with designers and developers. Located in the UK with a hybrid working model, the position offers competitive salary and benefits including private medical insurance and generous annual leave. Candidates must hold active SC clearance.

amber labs is seeking a Lead Java Developer for a major government programme based in the United Kingdom. This role involves driving the development of scalable, cloud-native solutions using AWS and Java. As a technical leader, you will guide a talented engineering team and ensure best practices in coding and development while fostering collaboration across teams. Suitable candidates will have proven leadership experience within agile environments and expertise in modern development practices. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract requiring active SC Security Clearance.