The advert:
Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student records system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering and shaping this change.
As the subject matter expert, you’ll guide the IT technical implementation of the new system, from shaping procurement decisions, through to implementation and delivery. Using your experience, you’ll provide expert guidance and technical oversight across all systems linked to the student record system’s programme of work, whilst creating an architectural framework that supports future innovation and a culture of learning and cohesiveness.
Working collaboratively with the Programme Manager and cross functional teams, you’ll ensure the system meets current needs and those of the emerging future. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define non-functional requirements and ensure alignment with business needs.
As part of your role, you’ll
Lead the technical architecture design including system integration, data models, security protocols, and infrastructure.
Provide technical and strategic direction across systems within or integrated with the student records programme.
Oversee migration of legacy data, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and adherence to data protection regulations.
Produce technical documentation including presentations, reports, High and Low-level architecture documents and other documentation on digital solutions.
Take responsibility for team management, development, and well-being, offering initiatives that foster continuous professional growth for themselves and team members.
What you’ll bring
With demonstrable experience as a Technical Architect overseeing enterprise-level system implementations in complex organisational environments, you’ll bring a proven ability to engage effectively with business representatives and senior stakeholders.
You’ll have led the technical aspects of large-scale projects, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement, and possess a solid technical foundation with deep understanding of the systems development life-cycle and the complexities that arise from initial concept through to delivery and support.
In addition, you’ll bring
Experience leading cross-functional teams or contributing to enterprise-wide IT strategies.
Aptitude for problem-solving, with knowledge of problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to analyse complex problems, facilitate workshops, and produce clear architectural designs from conceptual to detailed levels.
Proven communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.
We offer excellent benefits such as:
Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact us
For more information about the role please contact Hywel Bufton, Head of Digital Services on hrbufton@cardiffmet.ac.uk .
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
23/12/2025
Full time
The advert:
Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student records system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering and shaping this change.
As the subject matter expert, you’ll guide the IT technical implementation of the new system, from shaping procurement decisions, through to implementation and delivery. Using your experience, you’ll provide expert guidance and technical oversight across all systems linked to the student record system’s programme of work, whilst creating an architectural framework that supports future innovation and a culture of learning and cohesiveness.
Working collaboratively with the Programme Manager and cross functional teams, you’ll ensure the system meets current needs and those of the emerging future. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define non-functional requirements and ensure alignment with business needs.
As part of your role, you’ll
Lead the technical architecture design including system integration, data models, security protocols, and infrastructure.
Provide technical and strategic direction across systems within or integrated with the student records programme.
Oversee migration of legacy data, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and adherence to data protection regulations.
Produce technical documentation including presentations, reports, High and Low-level architecture documents and other documentation on digital solutions.
Take responsibility for team management, development, and well-being, offering initiatives that foster continuous professional growth for themselves and team members.
What you’ll bring
With demonstrable experience as a Technical Architect overseeing enterprise-level system implementations in complex organisational environments, you’ll bring a proven ability to engage effectively with business representatives and senior stakeholders.
You’ll have led the technical aspects of large-scale projects, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement, and possess a solid technical foundation with deep understanding of the systems development life-cycle and the complexities that arise from initial concept through to delivery and support.
In addition, you’ll bring
Experience leading cross-functional teams or contributing to enterprise-wide IT strategies.
Aptitude for problem-solving, with knowledge of problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to analyse complex problems, facilitate workshops, and produce clear architectural designs from conceptual to detailed levels.
Proven communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.
We offer excellent benefits such as:
Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact us
For more information about the role please contact Hywel Bufton, Head of Digital Services on hrbufton@cardiffmet.ac.uk .
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.
National Residential Landlords Association
London, UK
Location:
Based from either our Manchester or London office – with some home working possible
The NRLA: Who we are
The NRLA is the UK’s largest organisation representing private residential landlords, a community of over 110,000 members across England and Wales. We’re on a mission to transform how landlords manage their properties, stay compliant, and operate day to day. And that means building the next generation of digital tools that will define the private rented sector for years to come.
We’re not here to be average. We’re carving out a bold digital path and building the foundations of what will become the operating system for the Private Rental Sector (PRS). To do that, we need talented, curious, forward-thinking developers who want to stretch themselves, learn new stacks, and help shape genuinely meaningful technology.
Recognised with Investors in People Gold and named by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, we offer a supportive, ambitious environment where innovation isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. With hybrid working from our Manchester and London hubs, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and the desire to push boundaries.
If you want to build purposeful tech, upskill across multiple modern stacks, and play a key role in shaping the NRLA’s digital future, we’d love to hear from you.
The NRLA package:
25 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with three years’ service, 27 days with five years’ service and 28 days with seven years’ service
Additional annual day off for your birthday
Salary exchange Pension scheme
Life assurance
Cash plan health and wellbeing benefit including Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
Sick pay
Cycle purchase loans, season tickets loans and interest free staff loans
Complimentary NRLA membership
Non contractual annual performance-related bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing the NRLA’s property management platform within a modern monorepo architecture.
This role requires expertise in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Node.js/Firebase) development, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions that serve landlords and tenants.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within an agile team environment, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle while maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Developing high quality, scalable solutions code across both the frontend and backend for landlords and property management professionals.
Working collaboratively with Product, Design, and Delivery teams to gather requirements, investigate solutions and translating into technical ...
Building and maintaining an Angular-based web application and Firebase Cloud Functions.
Working within a monorepo architecture using modern development tools and practices.
Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance best practices.
Supporting code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Duties And Key Responsibilities
Key Technologies:
Frontend: Angular 16, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material
Backend: Node.js 20, Firebase Cloud Functions, Express.js
Database: Firebase Firestore, BigQuery
Cloud: Google Cloud Platform, Firebase
Testing: Jest, Storybook
Build Tools: pnpm, Turborepo, Angular CLI
DevOps: Google Cloud Build, Infisical, Sentry, Shell Scripting
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Technical Development and Implementation:
Develop and maintain Angular 16+ applications using TypeScript, RxJS, and Angular Material
Build and maintain Firebase Cloud Functions using Node.js 20 and TypeScript
Implement responsive, accessible UI components following modern design patterns
Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services (Stripe, SendGrid, Algolia, Moneyhub, etc.)
Work with Google Cloud Platform services including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Tasks, and Pub/Sub
Software Development and Delivery:
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests using Jest
Work within a monorepo structure using pnpm workspaces
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Google Cloud Build and Firebase deployment tools
Manage application state and data flow using reactive programming patterns
Optimize application performance
Professional Development and Collaboration:
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to refine requirements
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in web development
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in technical discussions and architectural decision-making
Technical Operations and Quality Assurance:
Monitor application performance using Sentry error tracking and analytics
Implement security best practices
Debug and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Maintain test coverage and ensure comprehensive testing strategies
Perform database migrations and manage Firestore data structures
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
Gather and analyse requirements from business stakeholders
Provide technical estimates and delivery timelines
Present demos and progress updates to stakeholders
Collaborate with external partners and third-party service providers
Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise when needed
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Relevant certifications in Angular, Google Cloud Platform, or Firebase (desirable)
Evidence of ongoing professional development or contributions to technical communities (desirable).
Skills And Abilities:
Frontend Development: Knowledge of Angular (v16+), TypeScript, ES6+, RxJS, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS
Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, and serverless architectures
Database: Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly Firebase Firestore
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative development practices
Testing: Experience with Jest and test-driven development approaches
API Integration: Ability to integrate and work with third-party APIs and services
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience:
Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional software development experience
Proven experience building production-grade Angular applications
Experience with Firebase Cloud Functions and serverless architectures
Track record of working in monorepo environments (desirable)
Experience with payment processing systems (Stripe) and financial integrations
Familiarity with property management or real estate technology (desirable)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Background in agile/scrum development methodologies
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern ES6+ features
Knowledge of reactive programming patterns and state management
Understanding of RESTful API design principles
Familiarity with authentication and authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development
Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
Understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures
Personal Attributes and other requirements:
Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with commitment to code quality and best practices
A keen eye for detail when working with UI
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for creating excellent user experiences
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Ability to work hybrid from Manchester or London office
02/12/2025
Full time
Location:
Based from either our Manchester or London office – with some home working possible
The NRLA: Who we are
The NRLA is the UK’s largest organisation representing private residential landlords, a community of over 110,000 members across England and Wales. We’re on a mission to transform how landlords manage their properties, stay compliant, and operate day to day. And that means building the next generation of digital tools that will define the private rented sector for years to come.
We’re not here to be average. We’re carving out a bold digital path and building the foundations of what will become the operating system for the Private Rental Sector (PRS). To do that, we need talented, curious, forward-thinking developers who want to stretch themselves, learn new stacks, and help shape genuinely meaningful technology.
Recognised with Investors in People Gold and named by The Sunday Times as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, we offer a supportive, ambitious environment where innovation isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. With hybrid working from our Manchester and London hubs, you’ll join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and the desire to push boundaries.
If you want to build purposeful tech, upskill across multiple modern stacks, and play a key role in shaping the NRLA’s digital future, we’d love to hear from you.
The NRLA package:
25 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with three years’ service, 27 days with five years’ service and 28 days with seven years’ service
Additional annual day off for your birthday
Salary exchange Pension scheme
Life assurance
Cash plan health and wellbeing benefit including Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
Sick pay
Cycle purchase loans, season tickets loans and interest free staff loans
Complimentary NRLA membership
Non contractual annual performance-related bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing the NRLA’s property management platform within a modern monorepo architecture.
This role requires expertise in both frontend (Angular) and backend (Node.js/Firebase) development, with a focus on delivering robust, scalable solutions that serve landlords and tenants.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within an agile team environment, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle while maintaining high standards of code quality and security.
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Developing high quality, scalable solutions code across both the frontend and backend for landlords and property management professionals.
Working collaboratively with Product, Design, and Delivery teams to gather requirements, investigate solutions and translating into technical ...
Building and maintaining an Angular-based web application and Firebase Cloud Functions.
Working within a monorepo architecture using modern development tools and practices.
Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance best practices.
Supporting code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Duties And Key Responsibilities
Key Technologies:
Frontend: Angular 16, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular Material
Backend: Node.js 20, Firebase Cloud Functions, Express.js
Database: Firebase Firestore, BigQuery
Cloud: Google Cloud Platform, Firebase
Testing: Jest, Storybook
Build Tools: pnpm, Turborepo, Angular CLI
DevOps: Google Cloud Build, Infisical, Sentry, Shell Scripting
Version Control: Git, GitHub
Technical Development and Implementation:
Develop and maintain Angular 16+ applications using TypeScript, RxJS, and Angular Material
Build and maintain Firebase Cloud Functions using Node.js 20 and TypeScript
Implement responsive, accessible UI components following modern design patterns
Develop RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services (Stripe, SendGrid, Algolia, Moneyhub, etc.)
Work with Google Cloud Platform services including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Tasks, and Pub/Sub
Software Development and Delivery:
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests using Jest
Work within a monorepo structure using pnpm workspaces
Implement CI/CD pipelines using Google Cloud Build and Firebase deployment tools
Manage application state and data flow using reactive programming patterns
Optimize application performance
Professional Development and Collaboration:
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to refine requirements
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in web development
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in technical discussions and architectural decision-making
Technical Operations and Quality Assurance:
Monitor application performance using Sentry error tracking and analytics
Implement security best practices
Debug and resolve production issues in a timely manner
Maintain test coverage and ensure comprehensive testing strategies
Perform database migrations and manage Firestore data structures
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders
Gather and analyse requirements from business stakeholders
Provide technical estimates and delivery timelines
Present demos and progress updates to stakeholders
Collaborate with external partners and third-party service providers
Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise when needed
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Relevant certifications in Angular, Google Cloud Platform, or Firebase (desirable)
Evidence of ongoing professional development or contributions to technical communities (desirable).
Skills And Abilities:
Frontend Development: Knowledge of Angular (v16+), TypeScript, ES6+, RxJS, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS
Backend Development: Strong proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, and serverless architectures
Database: Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly Firebase Firestore
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative development practices
Testing: Experience with Jest and test-driven development approaches
API Integration: Ability to integrate and work with third-party APIs and services
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience:
Minimum 3 - 5 years of professional software development experience
Proven experience building production-grade Angular applications
Experience with Firebase Cloud Functions and serverless architectures
Track record of working in monorepo environments (desirable)
Experience with payment processing systems (Stripe) and financial integrations
Familiarity with property management or real estate technology (desirable)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Background in agile/scrum development methodologies
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and modern ES6+ features
Knowledge of reactive programming patterns and state management
Understanding of RESTful API design principles
Familiarity with authentication and authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development
Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
Understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures
Personal Attributes and other requirements:
Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with commitment to code quality and best practices
A keen eye for detail when working with UI
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
Proactive approach to learning new technologies and methodologies
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for creating excellent user experiences
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Ability to work hybrid from Manchester or London office
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Role and Responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing.
You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.”
You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements.
The job role will consist of the below responsibilities:
Development
CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C#
Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern
Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API
Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights)
Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required
Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items
Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL)
Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing
Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB
Technical Documentation
Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides
Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls)
Support
Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees
Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues
Requirement Gathering:
Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements
Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes
Accountability and Working Relationships
Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team
Partners closely with CTO (hands on)
Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions
Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification
Working Environment and Hours:
Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred)
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones
Benefits
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme
Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones
Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business
Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work
Skills – Essential
C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API
Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms
Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset
TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management
Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC
Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts
CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management
Skills – Desirable
Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore
React Native and building mobile apps
Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows)
Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture
Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow)
Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones
Twilio API
Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms
Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API
Development Path
Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
12/11/2025
Full time
Role and Responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing.
You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.”
You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements.
The job role will consist of the below responsibilities:
Development
CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C#
Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern
Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API
Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights)
Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required
Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items
Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL)
Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing
Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB
Technical Documentation
Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides
Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls)
Support
Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees
Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues
Requirement Gathering:
Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements
Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes
Accountability and Working Relationships
Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team
Partners closely with CTO (hands on)
Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions
Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification
Working Environment and Hours:
Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred)
Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones
Benefits
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme
Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones
Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business
Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work
Skills – Essential
C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API
Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms
Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset
TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management
Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC
Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts
CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management
Skills – Desirable
Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore
React Native and building mobile apps
Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows)
Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture
Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow)
Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones
Twilio API
Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms
Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API
Development Path
Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
We’ve got some exciting plans ahead at Trinity and are looking for experienced IT Technical Architects at all levels to join us over the next three to six months!
At the moment we are accepting expressions of interest from you and we plan to commence our assessment and selection process during the end of Autumn 2024. We are keen to learn more from you, about your level of expertise and what you can bring to the table.
Are you an experienced and dynamic IT Technical Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Trinity College London is embarking on a period of growth and transformation, and we are seeking a number of talented IT Technical Architects to join our team. This is a unique chance to contribute to the future of a leading internationally recognised awarding organisation, publisher and independent education charity. If you have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and are passionate about driving change, we invite you to be a part of our journey.
About the role
At Trinity College, we have a suite of products offering exams in music, performing arts, English Language and more. We have embarked on an extensive and ambitious modernisation programme, as more of our products move online, and are looking for hands-on Technical Architects, with AWS experience, as our technology and approach matures.
As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing solutions, primarily cloud based, to meet Trinity College London’s evolving technology needs. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation, our partners, and suppliers, to ensure that we deliver high quality solutions to specification. Together with the rest of the architecture team, you will participate in the Technical Design Authority and Cloud Centre of Excellence forums, to use your expertise and experience to help shape our standards and best practices and to help projects to progress with the best solutions.
As a hands-on IT Architect, you will communicate extensively with our design and developments teams and partners, getting involved with Proof of Concept and Prototyping work, and ensuring DevOps and coding standards are well defined and adhered to. You will be able to show technical ownership and leadership, being able to take solutions from conception to implementation and support. As a technology and AWS subject matter expert, you will be able to provide guidance both within and outside the team.
About You
Extensive experience building solutions using key elements of our technology stack, in particular AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway etc)
Knowledge of good, secure and efficient working practices on AWS, with reference to the Well Architected Framework.
In-depth knowledge of the creation, management, promotion and integration of business data-centric APIs.
Understanding of data, domain-driven design, integration, and the importance of data to an organisation.
Experience working with 3rd party suppliers to provide cohesive, integrated SaaS solutions.
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present technical solutions to non-technical audiences in an effective manner
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Experience in a variety of requirement gathering techniques
Excellent business process and architectural modelling skills
Knowledge and experience of a wide variety of platforms, operating systems, systems software, business applications, ideally related to the education sector
Experience of providing solutions for cloud, on-premise and hybrid applications
An appetite for challenging existing practices in an effective and supportive manner
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving business environment
Flexible approach to all situations
Experience of working in the Education sector is desirable, preferably within an Exam Board or Awarding body
Ideally, experience of migrating from package solutions (Oracle Siebel)
Our benefits
Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation.
As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave, private health insurance, pension scheme, regular social events, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, free access to Trinity examinations and continuous training and development, plus more.
Our commitment
Trinity College London is an equal opportunities employer and our talented people come from all walks of life. Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively welcome applications from people with disabilities and will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse. We encourage all applicants to let us know if you need a little extra help with your application, want an alternative way to put in an application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page.
Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the children and young people that we work with. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the organisation. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check.
Trinity promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), w e select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge. As part of our selection process, you will be required to disclose any potential issues with criminal record checks that will be carried out if you are offered a role with Trinity. The information will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. We ensure that an open and measured discussion takes place on the subject of any offences or other matter that might be relevant to the position for which you have applied. Failure to reveal information that is directly relevant to the job sought could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a criminal check with you before withdrawing our offer of employment.
Trinity College London will hold candidate data on file for no more than six months from application submission. If you want your information to be removed earlier, please contact us directly. If we want to hold your information beyond the six months, we will contact you to get your consent.
Our data protection policy can be viewed in full at https://www.trinitycollege.com/page/data-protection/data-protection-policy.
09/09/2024
Contractor
We’ve got some exciting plans ahead at Trinity and are looking for experienced IT Technical Architects at all levels to join us over the next three to six months!
At the moment we are accepting expressions of interest from you and we plan to commence our assessment and selection process during the end of Autumn 2024. We are keen to learn more from you, about your level of expertise and what you can bring to the table.
Are you an experienced and dynamic IT Technical Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Trinity College London is embarking on a period of growth and transformation, and we are seeking a number of talented IT Technical Architects to join our team. This is a unique chance to contribute to the future of a leading internationally recognised awarding organisation, publisher and independent education charity. If you have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and are passionate about driving change, we invite you to be a part of our journey.
About the role
At Trinity College, we have a suite of products offering exams in music, performing arts, English Language and more. We have embarked on an extensive and ambitious modernisation programme, as more of our products move online, and are looking for hands-on Technical Architects, with AWS experience, as our technology and approach matures.
As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing solutions, primarily cloud based, to meet Trinity College London’s evolving technology needs. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation, our partners, and suppliers, to ensure that we deliver high quality solutions to specification. Together with the rest of the architecture team, you will participate in the Technical Design Authority and Cloud Centre of Excellence forums, to use your expertise and experience to help shape our standards and best practices and to help projects to progress with the best solutions.
As a hands-on IT Architect, you will communicate extensively with our design and developments teams and partners, getting involved with Proof of Concept and Prototyping work, and ensuring DevOps and coding standards are well defined and adhered to. You will be able to show technical ownership and leadership, being able to take solutions from conception to implementation and support. As a technology and AWS subject matter expert, you will be able to provide guidance both within and outside the team.
About You
Extensive experience building solutions using key elements of our technology stack, in particular AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway etc)
Knowledge of good, secure and efficient working practices on AWS, with reference to the Well Architected Framework.
In-depth knowledge of the creation, management, promotion and integration of business data-centric APIs.
Understanding of data, domain-driven design, integration, and the importance of data to an organisation.
Experience working with 3rd party suppliers to provide cohesive, integrated SaaS solutions.
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present technical solutions to non-technical audiences in an effective manner
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Experience in a variety of requirement gathering techniques
Excellent business process and architectural modelling skills
Knowledge and experience of a wide variety of platforms, operating systems, systems software, business applications, ideally related to the education sector
Experience of providing solutions for cloud, on-premise and hybrid applications
An appetite for challenging existing practices in an effective and supportive manner
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving business environment
Flexible approach to all situations
Experience of working in the Education sector is desirable, preferably within an Exam Board or Awarding body
Ideally, experience of migrating from package solutions (Oracle Siebel)
Our benefits
Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation.
As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave, private health insurance, pension scheme, regular social events, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, free access to Trinity examinations and continuous training and development, plus more.
Our commitment
Trinity College London is an equal opportunities employer and our talented people come from all walks of life. Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively welcome applications from people with disabilities and will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse. We encourage all applicants to let us know if you need a little extra help with your application, want an alternative way to put in an application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page.
Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the children and young people that we work with. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the organisation. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check.
Trinity promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), w e select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge. As part of our selection process, you will be required to disclose any potential issues with criminal record checks that will be carried out if you are offered a role with Trinity. The information will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. We ensure that an open and measured discussion takes place on the subject of any offences or other matter that might be relevant to the position for which you have applied. Failure to reveal information that is directly relevant to the job sought could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a criminal check with you before withdrawing our offer of employment.
Trinity College London will hold candidate data on file for no more than six months from application submission. If you want your information to be removed earlier, please contact us directly. If we want to hold your information beyond the six months, we will contact you to get your consent.
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Role: Security Solutions Architect Basis: Full Time Hybrid: 3 days in Office / 2 days home / Client Visits Salary/Package: £50k - £65k + Bonuses + Benefits 25 Days Holiday and rising (plus bank holidays) Bupa Cash Plan Discounted Gym Membership Cycle Scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme Ability to Buy & Sell Holiday Paid Charity Day Flexible working (WFH incentives) Free Car Parking Company Planet IT is one of the UK's leading technology specialists, proudly recognised as a World Class Place to Work by Best Companies, a nationally respected benchmark for employee engagement and workplace excellence (b.co.uk). We were also ranked as the Technology Company to Work For in the UK, reflecting our culture, our people, and our commitment to being an employer of choice. As a privately owned business founded in 2003, we continue to achieve year on year growth, anchored by our expertise in IT security, cloud, and managed services. We've earned multiple industry awards, including being named Sophos Partner of the Year twice, showcasing our reputation for technical excellence and innovation. At Planet IT, we believe in working hard and celebrating success equally. Our people are at the heart of everything we do-we invest in their development, support progression from within, and consistently go above and beyond to create an environment where individuals can thrive both professionally and personally. Primary Purpose Our Client is looking to expand its successful Solutions Engineering team with the addition of a dedicated Security Solutions Engineer (SSE). Reporting directly to the Head of Solutions Engineering, you will play a key role in supporting our growing business and sales teams by providing expert technical guidance across our security portfolio. In this client-facing role, you will deliver technical pre-sales activities, helping customers understand their security risks, challenges, and solution options. You will translate complex industry, technical, and product knowledge into clear, compelling value through exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Working closely with our Sales Team, you will contribute to all stages of technical account planning, attending customer meetings, shaping solution designs, and positioning the business as a trusted security adviser. You will support the development of formal sales proposals and tender responses, and confidently present and differentiate our security solutions against competitive offerings. You will be joining an established and fast-growing business with a clear strategic plan and a strong reputation in the cybersecurity space. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for security technology and a desire to work directly with clients to design robust, modern, and effective security solutions. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on consultancy or pre-sales experience with security products such as Sophos, Fortinet, N-Able, Mimecast, and Barracuda, along with a strong understanding of modern cybersecurity principles. Key Responsibilities Deliver both chargeable and free-of-charge Technical Pre-Sales Services to new and existing customers. Build strong technical relationships with prospects and existing clients, acting as a trusted adviser throughout engagements. Support the Sales Team by providing customer-facing technical expertise during meetings, discovery sessions, and opportunity qualification. Deliver clear and engaging product presentations and demonstrations, and support internal and external customer-facing events and webinars. Design and deliver custom demonstrations and Proofs of Concept (POCs) to validate proposed solutions. Evaluate and compare competitive products to recommend the most advantageous solution for each customer. Contribute to the specification of technical solutions and assist in producing high-quality proposals, scopes of work, and tender responses. Skills and Expertise Requirements Technical consultancy, pre-sales, or customer-facing project delivery experience within an MSP or IT reseller (essential). Proven experience across IT infrastructure and IT services technologies. Strong proposal and tender-writing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality customer-facing documentation. Formal Qualifications to include some or all the following technologies: Sophos, Microsoft, N-Able, Mimecast, Barracuda, or any other technical certification Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance technical depth and business value. Excellent presentation and demonstration skills. Exceptional organisational and time-management capabilities. Strong listening skills with the ability to understand and translate customer requirements. Ability to explain and present technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Excellent relationship-building skills with a natural affinity for working alongside both sales and technical teams. Based in the UK and willing to travel as required. Full, clean UK driving licence. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
03/03/2026
Full time
Role: Security Solutions Architect Basis: Full Time Hybrid: 3 days in Office / 2 days home / Client Visits Salary/Package: £50k - £65k + Bonuses + Benefits 25 Days Holiday and rising (plus bank holidays) Bupa Cash Plan Discounted Gym Membership Cycle Scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme Ability to Buy & Sell Holiday Paid Charity Day Flexible working (WFH incentives) Free Car Parking Company Planet IT is one of the UK's leading technology specialists, proudly recognised as a World Class Place to Work by Best Companies, a nationally respected benchmark for employee engagement and workplace excellence (b.co.uk). We were also ranked as the Technology Company to Work For in the UK, reflecting our culture, our people, and our commitment to being an employer of choice. As a privately owned business founded in 2003, we continue to achieve year on year growth, anchored by our expertise in IT security, cloud, and managed services. We've earned multiple industry awards, including being named Sophos Partner of the Year twice, showcasing our reputation for technical excellence and innovation. At Planet IT, we believe in working hard and celebrating success equally. Our people are at the heart of everything we do-we invest in their development, support progression from within, and consistently go above and beyond to create an environment where individuals can thrive both professionally and personally. Primary Purpose Our Client is looking to expand its successful Solutions Engineering team with the addition of a dedicated Security Solutions Engineer (SSE). Reporting directly to the Head of Solutions Engineering, you will play a key role in supporting our growing business and sales teams by providing expert technical guidance across our security portfolio. In this client-facing role, you will deliver technical pre-sales activities, helping customers understand their security risks, challenges, and solution options. You will translate complex industry, technical, and product knowledge into clear, compelling value through exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Working closely with our Sales Team, you will contribute to all stages of technical account planning, attending customer meetings, shaping solution designs, and positioning the business as a trusted security adviser. You will support the development of formal sales proposals and tender responses, and confidently present and differentiate our security solutions against competitive offerings. You will be joining an established and fast-growing business with a clear strategic plan and a strong reputation in the cybersecurity space. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for security technology and a desire to work directly with clients to design robust, modern, and effective security solutions. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on consultancy or pre-sales experience with security products such as Sophos, Fortinet, N-Able, Mimecast, and Barracuda, along with a strong understanding of modern cybersecurity principles. Key Responsibilities Deliver both chargeable and free-of-charge Technical Pre-Sales Services to new and existing customers. Build strong technical relationships with prospects and existing clients, acting as a trusted adviser throughout engagements. Support the Sales Team by providing customer-facing technical expertise during meetings, discovery sessions, and opportunity qualification. Deliver clear and engaging product presentations and demonstrations, and support internal and external customer-facing events and webinars. Design and deliver custom demonstrations and Proofs of Concept (POCs) to validate proposed solutions. Evaluate and compare competitive products to recommend the most advantageous solution for each customer. Contribute to the specification of technical solutions and assist in producing high-quality proposals, scopes of work, and tender responses. Skills and Expertise Requirements Technical consultancy, pre-sales, or customer-facing project delivery experience within an MSP or IT reseller (essential). Proven experience across IT infrastructure and IT services technologies. Strong proposal and tender-writing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality customer-facing documentation. Formal Qualifications to include some or all the following technologies: Sophos, Microsoft, N-Able, Mimecast, Barracuda, or any other technical certification Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance technical depth and business value. Excellent presentation and demonstration skills. Exceptional organisational and time-management capabilities. Strong listening skills with the ability to understand and translate customer requirements. Ability to explain and present technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Excellent relationship-building skills with a natural affinity for working alongside both sales and technical teams. Based in the UK and willing to travel as required. Full, clean UK driving licence. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Data Architect £800-900/day overall assignment rate to umbrella 6-month contract Wiltshire - twice a week on-site Working with a financial services client who are looking for a Data Architect contractor. This role will provide architectural leadership across the enterprise data landscape, partnering closely with business and technical stakeholders to enhance platform capability, governance, scalability and best practices. Data Architect, key skills: MUST have previously worked with Snowflake Developed data strategy Assisted on implementation of data practises and best standards Delivering and recommending design options and architectural artefacts Ensure alignment with business goals Conceptual, logical and physical data modelling Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
03/03/2026
Contractor
Data Architect £800-900/day overall assignment rate to umbrella 6-month contract Wiltshire - twice a week on-site Working with a financial services client who are looking for a Data Architect contractor. This role will provide architectural leadership across the enterprise data landscape, partnering closely with business and technical stakeholders to enhance platform capability, governance, scalability and best practices. Data Architect, key skills: MUST have previously worked with Snowflake Developed data strategy Assisted on implementation of data practises and best standards Delivering and recommending design options and architectural artefacts Ensure alignment with business goals Conceptual, logical and physical data modelling Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Generative AI Business Analyst 12 months Barrow in Furness - hybrid Active SC clearance required Inside IR35 - Umbrella Essential skills and experience Prompt Engineering GenAI Assistant Management Business & Process Analysis Documentation and Value Orchestration Knowledge Transfer / Training Client Teams Uses Watsonx tooling (RHOS + Fusion tech) deployed in an on-prem environment Includes technical oversight, integration interlock, and architecture coordination with the client Required Skills: Must be UK National with 5+ years UK residency Business & Process Analysis Value Orchestration Prompt Engineering Knowledge Transfer Documentation GenAI solution development exposure (implicit in responsibilities) Nice to Have Skills: Celonis GenAI experience Watsonx
03/03/2026
Contractor
Generative AI Business Analyst 12 months Barrow in Furness - hybrid Active SC clearance required Inside IR35 - Umbrella Essential skills and experience Prompt Engineering GenAI Assistant Management Business & Process Analysis Documentation and Value Orchestration Knowledge Transfer / Training Client Teams Uses Watsonx tooling (RHOS + Fusion tech) deployed in an on-prem environment Includes technical oversight, integration interlock, and architecture coordination with the client Required Skills: Must be UK National with 5+ years UK residency Business & Process Analysis Value Orchestration Prompt Engineering Knowledge Transfer Documentation GenAI solution development exposure (implicit in responsibilities) Nice to Have Skills: Celonis GenAI experience Watsonx
Senior iOS Developer Leicester Permanent £61,900 - £66,200 VIQU have partnered with a large scale, digitally driven organisation seeking a Senior iOS Developer to play a key role in shaping and evolving their customer facing mobile applications. This is a technically led, hands on position where the Senior iOS Developer will influence architecture, mentor squads, and drive best practice across modern iOS development within a high traffic, enterprise scale environment. Key Responsibilities: • Establish and influence architectural foundations for performant iOS applications. • Design and implement features across white label iOS apps using Swift and SwiftUI. • Build adaptive Phone and Tablet interfaces that scale seamlessly across devices. • Mentor 1-2 iOS development squads, providing technical leadership and guidance. • Collaborate with Product Owners, UX and Marketing to refine and deliver requirements. • Review and continuously improve the iOS app offering. • Manage deployments and oversee Azure DevOps build pipelines. • Integrate RESTful APIs, backend services and complex deeplinking solutions. • Work closely with architects to define standards and development approach. Key Requirements: • Strong commercial experience building iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI. • Exposure to Swift 6 and iOS 18+. • Deep understanding of the Apple ecosystem and native app architecture. • Experience integrating RESTful APIs and backend connectivity. • CI/CD experience, ideally Azure DevOps. • Unit and UI testing using Swift Testing and XCUITest. • Proven experience working within Agile and Scrum environments. • Strong troubleshooting, optimisation and performance tuning capability. • Experience with accessibility, multi language apps, and complex deeplinking desirable. Senior iOS Developer Leicester Permanent £61,000-£66,000 Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.
03/03/2026
Full time
Senior iOS Developer Leicester Permanent £61,900 - £66,200 VIQU have partnered with a large scale, digitally driven organisation seeking a Senior iOS Developer to play a key role in shaping and evolving their customer facing mobile applications. This is a technically led, hands on position where the Senior iOS Developer will influence architecture, mentor squads, and drive best practice across modern iOS development within a high traffic, enterprise scale environment. Key Responsibilities: • Establish and influence architectural foundations for performant iOS applications. • Design and implement features across white label iOS apps using Swift and SwiftUI. • Build adaptive Phone and Tablet interfaces that scale seamlessly across devices. • Mentor 1-2 iOS development squads, providing technical leadership and guidance. • Collaborate with Product Owners, UX and Marketing to refine and deliver requirements. • Review and continuously improve the iOS app offering. • Manage deployments and oversee Azure DevOps build pipelines. • Integrate RESTful APIs, backend services and complex deeplinking solutions. • Work closely with architects to define standards and development approach. Key Requirements: • Strong commercial experience building iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI. • Exposure to Swift 6 and iOS 18+. • Deep understanding of the Apple ecosystem and native app architecture. • Experience integrating RESTful APIs and backend connectivity. • CI/CD experience, ideally Azure DevOps. • Unit and UI testing using Swift Testing and XCUITest. • Proven experience working within Agile and Scrum environments. • Strong troubleshooting, optimisation and performance tuning capability. • Experience with accessibility, multi language apps, and complex deeplinking desirable. Senior iOS Developer Leicester Permanent £61,000-£66,000 Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.
Cyber Security Architect (Salesforce) DGH Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading client in the Utilities industry who require a Cyber Security Architect to join the firm in London on an initial 6 month contract basis. You will be responsible for ensuring the firms systems are secure, resilient, and aligned with national standards and best practice. Please note this role falls Inside IR35, will require active SC clearance and will require 1 day in the London office per week. Key Responsibilities: Define and lead the organisation's security architecture vision, principles, and long-term strategy. Design and review secure system architectures across complex projects. Identify security weaknesses and recommend proportionate mitigations. Advise on the security implications of emerging technologies (e.g., cloud, microservices, identity solutions). Maintain the security, privacy, and resilience risk register. Lead security architecture assurance aligned with CAF and NCSC guidance. Oversee penetration testing, vulnerability management, and remediation activities. Ensure value for money from cyber security tools and third-party services. Manage third-party contracts to ensure security requirements are embedded. Act as the main point of contact for security briefings across the organisation. Required Experience: Chartered status via UK Cyber Security Council, CISSP, or equivalent. Deep technical expertise in IT infrastructure and/or software development including Saleforce. Extensive experience designing and reviewing secure architectures for complex systems. Strong experience in risk assessment, risk management, and intelligence-informed decision-making. Proven ability to influence senior leaders and communicate complex security risks clearly. Experience developing and implementing pragmatic security, privacy, and resilience approaches. Experience managing strategic plans, tracking risk reduction, and adjusting delivery based on emerging risks. Experience managing and negotiating third-party contracts with embedded security requirements. Please note this role falls Inside IR35, will require active SC clearance and will require 1 day in the London office per week. Cyber Security Architect (Salesforce) In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business
03/03/2026
Contractor
Cyber Security Architect (Salesforce) DGH Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading client in the Utilities industry who require a Cyber Security Architect to join the firm in London on an initial 6 month contract basis. You will be responsible for ensuring the firms systems are secure, resilient, and aligned with national standards and best practice. Please note this role falls Inside IR35, will require active SC clearance and will require 1 day in the London office per week. Key Responsibilities: Define and lead the organisation's security architecture vision, principles, and long-term strategy. Design and review secure system architectures across complex projects. Identify security weaknesses and recommend proportionate mitigations. Advise on the security implications of emerging technologies (e.g., cloud, microservices, identity solutions). Maintain the security, privacy, and resilience risk register. Lead security architecture assurance aligned with CAF and NCSC guidance. Oversee penetration testing, vulnerability management, and remediation activities. Ensure value for money from cyber security tools and third-party services. Manage third-party contracts to ensure security requirements are embedded. Act as the main point of contact for security briefings across the organisation. Required Experience: Chartered status via UK Cyber Security Council, CISSP, or equivalent. Deep technical expertise in IT infrastructure and/or software development including Saleforce. Extensive experience designing and reviewing secure architectures for complex systems. Strong experience in risk assessment, risk management, and intelligence-informed decision-making. Proven ability to influence senior leaders and communicate complex security risks clearly. Experience developing and implementing pragmatic security, privacy, and resilience approaches. Experience managing strategic plans, tracking risk reduction, and adjusting delivery based on emerging risks. Experience managing and negotiating third-party contracts with embedded security requirements. Please note this role falls Inside IR35, will require active SC clearance and will require 1 day in the London office per week. Cyber Security Architect (Salesforce) In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business
Senior Technical Architect Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 7 months + Rate: 95 - 105 per hour - Inside IR35 Shape the Future of Secure, Mission-Critical Systems Are you ready to lead technical design for complex, high-impact programmes? We're seeking a Senior Technical Architect to provide strategic technical leadership across critical systems and services. This is an opportunity to influence roadmaps, drive innovation, and ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and future-ready. Working in a collaborative, agile environment, you'll take ownership of architectural direction while mentoring others and engaging senior stakeholders. A hybrid working model is available, combining on-site collaboration in Bristol with remote flexibility. The Role As a Senior Technical Architect, you will: Act as the technical authority for systems and services. Define and evolve architectures aligned to customer needs, architectural principles, and secure-by-design standards. Contribute to technology and business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. Lead technical reviews, trade-off analyses, and risk assessments for major design decisions. Mentor and coach architects and engineers, raising capability across the technical community. Represent the organisation at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events. Support business development activities, including technical bids and proposal input. Champion best practice, reuse, and model-based design approaches. What You'll Bring Essential Experience & Skills: Proven expertise in system and service architecture (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud). Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, MODAF, or NAF. Strong knowledge of 3GPP technical standards. Advanced understanding of secure system design and cyber security standards. Experience shaping architecture within Agile or SAFe delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership. Technical Skills Must Have: 3GPP Specifications Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner (certification or equivalent experience) Nice To Have: ArchiMate AWS Solutions Architect Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architect DevOps / DevSecOps ESN / TETRA Mission Critical Communications Desirable Experience Industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate). Vendor certifications (e.g., AWS). Knowledge of emergency services communications environments. Experience with mission-critical communications software. Exposure to cloud-native, DevSecOps, and automation approaches. Experience contributing to enterprise technology strategy and international programmes. Background in service design, digital transformation, or operational modernisation. Experience presenting at senior technical boards or conferences. Security Clearance This role is subject to UK pre-employment screening in line with BPSS standards. Eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) may be required.
03/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Technical Architect Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 7 months + Rate: 95 - 105 per hour - Inside IR35 Shape the Future of Secure, Mission-Critical Systems Are you ready to lead technical design for complex, high-impact programmes? We're seeking a Senior Technical Architect to provide strategic technical leadership across critical systems and services. This is an opportunity to influence roadmaps, drive innovation, and ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and future-ready. Working in a collaborative, agile environment, you'll take ownership of architectural direction while mentoring others and engaging senior stakeholders. A hybrid working model is available, combining on-site collaboration in Bristol with remote flexibility. The Role As a Senior Technical Architect, you will: Act as the technical authority for systems and services. Define and evolve architectures aligned to customer needs, architectural principles, and secure-by-design standards. Contribute to technology and business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. Lead technical reviews, trade-off analyses, and risk assessments for major design decisions. Mentor and coach architects and engineers, raising capability across the technical community. Represent the organisation at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events. Support business development activities, including technical bids and proposal input. Champion best practice, reuse, and model-based design approaches. What You'll Bring Essential Experience & Skills: Proven expertise in system and service architecture (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud). Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, MODAF, or NAF. Strong knowledge of 3GPP technical standards. Advanced understanding of secure system design and cyber security standards. Experience shaping architecture within Agile or SAFe delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership. Technical Skills Must Have: 3GPP Specifications Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner (certification or equivalent experience) Nice To Have: ArchiMate AWS Solutions Architect Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architect DevOps / DevSecOps ESN / TETRA Mission Critical Communications Desirable Experience Industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate). Vendor certifications (e.g., AWS). Knowledge of emergency services communications environments. Experience with mission-critical communications software. Exposure to cloud-native, DevSecOps, and automation approaches. Experience contributing to enterprise technology strategy and international programmes. Background in service design, digital transformation, or operational modernisation. Experience presenting at senior technical boards or conferences. Security Clearance This role is subject to UK pre-employment screening in line with BPSS standards. Eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) may be required.
I'm looking for a Lead Software Engineer to work on impactful, in-house platforms with a forward-thinking engineering team. My client is an established technology-driven company based in the North West of England, and are hiring a permanent .NET developer to help drive innovation and build robust software solutions that scale. The Role You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining my clients internal software platforms, working across the full development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with backend technologies and a proactive approach to cloud-native development. Location This is a remote-first role, but we're ideally looking for someone based within a commutable distance of the North West for occasional team collaboration days. Tech Stack C# / .NET (Core and Framework) Azure cloud services Kubernetes (AKS) RESTful APIs & Microservices SQL & NoSQL databases CI/CD & modern DevOps practices Experience Solid experience in .NET software engineering (C#) Team Lead experience Strong cloud experience, ideally with Azure Familiarity with containerisation & orchestration (Kubernetes preferred) Good understanding of software architecture and clean code principles Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team Experience with performance tuning and high-availability systems Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies Benefits £60,000-£70,000 DOE Remote working with flexible hours 25+ days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare Training & development budget Regular team meetups & events Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
03/03/2026
Full time
I'm looking for a Lead Software Engineer to work on impactful, in-house platforms with a forward-thinking engineering team. My client is an established technology-driven company based in the North West of England, and are hiring a permanent .NET developer to help drive innovation and build robust software solutions that scale. The Role You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining my clients internal software platforms, working across the full development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with backend technologies and a proactive approach to cloud-native development. Location This is a remote-first role, but we're ideally looking for someone based within a commutable distance of the North West for occasional team collaboration days. Tech Stack C# / .NET (Core and Framework) Azure cloud services Kubernetes (AKS) RESTful APIs & Microservices SQL & NoSQL databases CI/CD & modern DevOps practices Experience Solid experience in .NET software engineering (C#) Team Lead experience Strong cloud experience, ideally with Azure Familiarity with containerisation & orchestration (Kubernetes preferred) Good understanding of software architecture and clean code principles Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team Experience with performance tuning and high-availability systems Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies Benefits £60,000-£70,000 DOE Remote working with flexible hours 25+ days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare Training & development budget Regular team meetups & events Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Software Engineer Location: Somerset Salary: up to 50,000 An opportunity has arisen for a Software Development Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering software solutions used in industrial environments. You will develop and maintain desktop and web applications using C#, and WPF, contributing to both new development and ongoing system improvements. The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and input into architectural decisions. The Role You will work across a blend of modern service based systems and established desktop applications, contributing to both ongoing improvements and new product development. The position involves hands on development, architectural input, and close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Key responsiblities Design, develop, test, and maintain desktop and web applications Work with C#, WPF, and modern JavaScript frameworks Support and enhance legacy systems while helping drive modernisation Contribute to architectural decisions and system design discussions Requirements Strong experience in C# and WPF desktop application development Experience with modern frontend frameworks Knowledge of architectural design principles such as SOLID Frontend experience gained through a commercial role Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams If this role is of interest, please apply below.
03/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Software Engineer Location: Somerset Salary: up to 50,000 An opportunity has arisen for a Software Development Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering software solutions used in industrial environments. You will develop and maintain desktop and web applications using C#, and WPF, contributing to both new development and ongoing system improvements. The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and input into architectural decisions. The Role You will work across a blend of modern service based systems and established desktop applications, contributing to both ongoing improvements and new product development. The position involves hands on development, architectural input, and close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Key responsiblities Design, develop, test, and maintain desktop and web applications Work with C#, WPF, and modern JavaScript frameworks Support and enhance legacy systems while helping drive modernisation Contribute to architectural decisions and system design discussions Requirements Strong experience in C# and WPF desktop application development Experience with modern frontend frameworks Knowledge of architectural design principles such as SOLID Frontend experience gained through a commercial role Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams If this role is of interest, please apply below.
Safety Engineering Manager - Autonomous & AI Systems Location : London (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Employment Type : Permanent, Full Time About the Company I'm working with a rapidly expanding technology start-up at the forefront of building safety solutions for autonomous and AI-driven systems. The company's software provides a critical "trust layer" to ensure that autonomous platforms operate safely, predictably, and meet regulatory standards across high-demand sectors like aerospace, robotics, and advanced mobility. With secured projects and growing demand, the company is scaling quickly and looking for people who are passionate about shaping the future of autonomous systems. This is a chance to make a real impact in a fast-moving, innovative environment where you'll have significant ownership and visibility. The Role This is a key leadership position, where you'll take charge of safety engineering for their highly complex autonomy and AI assurance products. You will work directly with cross-functional teams to ensure the safety and certification of products from the ground up, playing an essential role in the delivery of safe and high-performance autonomous systems. With this company's rapid growth, you'll have the opportunity to influence safety practices, define safety standards, and shape processes as the company scales. You'll be involved in high-level decision-making and mentor the team to ensure that safety remains at the forefront of development. Key Responsibilities Lead safety analyses (HAZOP, FHA, FTA, FMECA) for autonomous systems and components. Develop and define safety requirements, safety cases, and architectures for safety-critical systems. Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and certification requirements (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ISO 26262, IEC 61508, and AI/robotics-specific guidelines). Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (systems, software, hardware, ML) to integrate safety considerations throughout the product lifecycle. Support safety reviews, audits, and certification processes, and engage with regulators and independent certification bodies. Continuously improve internal safety processes, tools, and standards. Lead, mentor, and develop junior engineers and peers in the safety engineering discipline. Candidate Profile Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline with a focus on safety-critical systems. Proven experience delivering safety-critical systems, ideally in aerospace, robotics, autonomous systems, automotive, or other regulated industries. Strong expertise in safety engineering methods and tools (FHA, FTA, HAZOP, FMECA, safety case development). Deep understanding of safety-critical software and hardware standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ISO 26262, IEC 61508). Familiarity with emerging safety standards for AI/robotics (ISO/IEC TR 24028, IEEE P7009) is highly advantageous. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to make pragmatic decisions in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills, with experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Comfortable in a start-up environment where you'll need to be flexible, proactive, and ready to step up as needed. Why Join? Immediate Impact : You'll join a growing start-up in a rapidly evolving industry and play a key role in shaping safety standards for autonomous systems. Ownership & Visibility : This is a high-visibility role, where you'll have direct input into the company's safety engineering practices and influence key decisions. Collaborative Environment : You'll be working with a passionate, motivated team that values ownership, curiosity, and progress. Hybrid Working : Flexible working with a requirement for just three days in the office. Growth Potential : The company is scaling quickly, so there will be opportunities to grow, take on more responsibility, and develop your career. Competitive Benefits : Salary sacrifice pension scheme, EV car scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, and more. If you're excited about safety-critical systems and want to be part of a fast-growing, high-impact company, please get in touch. Contact Coral at DCS Engineering DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
03/03/2026
Full time
Safety Engineering Manager - Autonomous & AI Systems Location : London (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Employment Type : Permanent, Full Time About the Company I'm working with a rapidly expanding technology start-up at the forefront of building safety solutions for autonomous and AI-driven systems. The company's software provides a critical "trust layer" to ensure that autonomous platforms operate safely, predictably, and meet regulatory standards across high-demand sectors like aerospace, robotics, and advanced mobility. With secured projects and growing demand, the company is scaling quickly and looking for people who are passionate about shaping the future of autonomous systems. This is a chance to make a real impact in a fast-moving, innovative environment where you'll have significant ownership and visibility. The Role This is a key leadership position, where you'll take charge of safety engineering for their highly complex autonomy and AI assurance products. You will work directly with cross-functional teams to ensure the safety and certification of products from the ground up, playing an essential role in the delivery of safe and high-performance autonomous systems. With this company's rapid growth, you'll have the opportunity to influence safety practices, define safety standards, and shape processes as the company scales. You'll be involved in high-level decision-making and mentor the team to ensure that safety remains at the forefront of development. Key Responsibilities Lead safety analyses (HAZOP, FHA, FTA, FMECA) for autonomous systems and components. Develop and define safety requirements, safety cases, and architectures for safety-critical systems. Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and certification requirements (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ISO 26262, IEC 61508, and AI/robotics-specific guidelines). Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (systems, software, hardware, ML) to integrate safety considerations throughout the product lifecycle. Support safety reviews, audits, and certification processes, and engage with regulators and independent certification bodies. Continuously improve internal safety processes, tools, and standards. Lead, mentor, and develop junior engineers and peers in the safety engineering discipline. Candidate Profile Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline with a focus on safety-critical systems. Proven experience delivering safety-critical systems, ideally in aerospace, robotics, autonomous systems, automotive, or other regulated industries. Strong expertise in safety engineering methods and tools (FHA, FTA, HAZOP, FMECA, safety case development). Deep understanding of safety-critical software and hardware standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ISO 26262, IEC 61508). Familiarity with emerging safety standards for AI/robotics (ISO/IEC TR 24028, IEEE P7009) is highly advantageous. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to make pragmatic decisions in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills, with experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Comfortable in a start-up environment where you'll need to be flexible, proactive, and ready to step up as needed. Why Join? Immediate Impact : You'll join a growing start-up in a rapidly evolving industry and play a key role in shaping safety standards for autonomous systems. Ownership & Visibility : This is a high-visibility role, where you'll have direct input into the company's safety engineering practices and influence key decisions. Collaborative Environment : You'll be working with a passionate, motivated team that values ownership, curiosity, and progress. Hybrid Working : Flexible working with a requirement for just three days in the office. Growth Potential : The company is scaling quickly, so there will be opportunities to grow, take on more responsibility, and develop your career. Competitive Benefits : Salary sacrifice pension scheme, EV car scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, and more. If you're excited about safety-critical systems and want to be part of a fast-growing, high-impact company, please get in touch. Contact Coral at DCS Engineering DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Network IT is currently recruiting for an Interim Enterprise Architect, to join our client in the West Midlands on a 6 month initial contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead enterprise and solution architecture within a large-scale, complex technology environment, in a sector with dynamic challenges. You'll define and drive the architecture strategy across AI, infrastructure, data, applications, and business processes, ensuring all technical decisions align with both enterprise standards and the evolving needs in a challenging industry sector. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor a team of architects and analysts, collaborating with senior stakeholders up to the C suite level, to shape a long-term technology roadmap that supports digital transformation and operational efficiency. If you're looking for an opportunity to spearhead an architecture function, building credibility and relationships along the way, and delivering true digital transformation, this could be for you! Please note, our client is looking to agree a suitable hybrid working arrangement with the successful candidate due to workshops and stakeholders on site. Role: Interim Enterprise Architect Duration: 6 Months Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Negotiable Location: West Midlands Working Pattern: 3 days per week onsite Key Skills: A background in Enterprise Architecture, or a similar senior strategic IT Architecture role Ability to spearhead and lead the architecture function and capability, with a team of architects currently in place Develop the relationships of the architecture function with the wider business, and other stakeholders in IT, building credibility and influence to C suite and across the leadership team Architecture support to the implementation of a long term digital strategy, which will include key areas of IT such as platform management, data management, application alignment and AI Balancing long term thinking and strategy, within a complex and dynamic industry setting Demonstratable experience across a wide range of challenges within IT - infrastructure / cloud / security / applications / data An understanding of demand pipelining, time modelling and sequencing transformational projects Strong understanding of architecture standards, governance, frameworks and best practice (eg. TOGAF) Able to the mentor the current team, for long term development of current key resources within the team An understanding of managing funding within a public sector environment, facing off with governance boards for sign off eg. Local government, central government, NHS or education
03/03/2026
Contractor
Network IT is currently recruiting for an Interim Enterprise Architect, to join our client in the West Midlands on a 6 month initial contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead enterprise and solution architecture within a large-scale, complex technology environment, in a sector with dynamic challenges. You'll define and drive the architecture strategy across AI, infrastructure, data, applications, and business processes, ensuring all technical decisions align with both enterprise standards and the evolving needs in a challenging industry sector. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor a team of architects and analysts, collaborating with senior stakeholders up to the C suite level, to shape a long-term technology roadmap that supports digital transformation and operational efficiency. If you're looking for an opportunity to spearhead an architecture function, building credibility and relationships along the way, and delivering true digital transformation, this could be for you! Please note, our client is looking to agree a suitable hybrid working arrangement with the successful candidate due to workshops and stakeholders on site. Role: Interim Enterprise Architect Duration: 6 Months Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Negotiable Location: West Midlands Working Pattern: 3 days per week onsite Key Skills: A background in Enterprise Architecture, or a similar senior strategic IT Architecture role Ability to spearhead and lead the architecture function and capability, with a team of architects currently in place Develop the relationships of the architecture function with the wider business, and other stakeholders in IT, building credibility and influence to C suite and across the leadership team Architecture support to the implementation of a long term digital strategy, which will include key areas of IT such as platform management, data management, application alignment and AI Balancing long term thinking and strategy, within a complex and dynamic industry setting Demonstratable experience across a wide range of challenges within IT - infrastructure / cloud / security / applications / data An understanding of demand pipelining, time modelling and sequencing transformational projects Strong understanding of architecture standards, governance, frameworks and best practice (eg. TOGAF) Able to the mentor the current team, for long term development of current key resources within the team An understanding of managing funding within a public sector environment, facing off with governance boards for sign off eg. Local government, central government, NHS or education
Cyber Transformation Architect Cyber Security / Azure Cloud 450 per day, Outside IR35 2 Days per week in Edinburgh Initial 3 month Contract (likely extensions for 12 months) We are urgently looking to secure the services of an experienced Cyber Transformation Architect, on an Outside IR35 basis, to support the delivery of a high-profile programme in the Financial Services industry. Core tasks: Ensure there is a coherent security architecture across the projects within the programme Maintain a set of phased security architectures for the programme Develop and instill into the projects a set of common architecture principles and components Provide knowledge sharing on the programme architecture Provide Architecture Governance for the projects and set out the expected architecture deliverables Additional tasks: Provide guidance and support to the project architects in developing the project artefacts Provide guidance and support to the Project Managers to develop the project Plans and resolve solution issues Support the development of a Cybersecurity Resilience Blueprint for Change framework Skills required: Knowledge of Security technologies for Security Operations and IAM. Security Architecture frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, Azure Architecture, Zero Trust, etc) Architecture methodologies and alignment with Project lifecycles. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure Cloud and Integration Good presentation and documentation skills Commercial awareness of Statement of Works and MSSP models. Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team. Thanks
03/03/2026
Contractor
Cyber Transformation Architect Cyber Security / Azure Cloud 450 per day, Outside IR35 2 Days per week in Edinburgh Initial 3 month Contract (likely extensions for 12 months) We are urgently looking to secure the services of an experienced Cyber Transformation Architect, on an Outside IR35 basis, to support the delivery of a high-profile programme in the Financial Services industry. Core tasks: Ensure there is a coherent security architecture across the projects within the programme Maintain a set of phased security architectures for the programme Develop and instill into the projects a set of common architecture principles and components Provide knowledge sharing on the programme architecture Provide Architecture Governance for the projects and set out the expected architecture deliverables Additional tasks: Provide guidance and support to the project architects in developing the project artefacts Provide guidance and support to the Project Managers to develop the project Plans and resolve solution issues Support the development of a Cybersecurity Resilience Blueprint for Change framework Skills required: Knowledge of Security technologies for Security Operations and IAM. Security Architecture frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, Azure Architecture, Zero Trust, etc) Architecture methodologies and alignment with Project lifecycles. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure Cloud and Integration Good presentation and documentation skills Commercial awareness of Statement of Works and MSSP models. Please apply by submitting your latest CV for immediate review by our Talent team. Thanks
SENIOR WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER - F# / ASP.NET Core / SQL / Web Development F# / ASP.NET Core / SQL / React / Elmish / SAFE Stack The Company: A well-established and respected software development company, specialising in creating high-quality, web-based enterprise software for a range of clients within the health and social care sector. The Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Web Application Developer to join our Core Engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting web-based enterprise software, primarily written in F# . Reporting to the Development Manager, you'll collaborate with the team to analyze requirements, specify systems, and develop new features for existing systems or entirely new solutions. This role also involves managing small teams of developers for independent projects, driving best practices, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software. As a Senior Developer, you will also be involved in guiding clients to successful solutions, maintaining software dependencies, writing reports and queries for SQL databases, and ensuring proper packaging and delivery of software. The Requirements: A 2:1 or First Degree in a science or engineering discipline (ideally from a Top 30 University). At least 2 years of professional experience in web application development, ideally with a strong focus on F# or .NET Core technologies. Strong experience with ASP.NET Core and SQL Server . Experience with Fable , Elmish , React , or the SAFE Stack (F# to JS transpilation) is highly desirable. Knowledge of Webpack , SASS , and working in modern development environments. Proactiveness : A self-motivated individual with the ability to manage projects and team members effectively. Quick Learner : Willingness to dive into new technologies and become an expert in existing systems. Effective Technical Communicator : Capable of explaining complex technical concepts clearly, receiving constructive feedback, and justifying solutions. Teamwork and Responsibility : Comfortable managing small teams and collaborating with colleagues to meet business objectives. Additional Experience (Desirable): Experience working on service-oriented architectures or microservices . Understanding of Message Queuing and System Testing . Commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical decisions with business goals. Why Apply: Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team. Exposure to a variety of technologies and projects. A chance to play a key role in shaping the software solutions for our clients. Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to professional development.
03/03/2026
Full time
SENIOR WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER - F# / ASP.NET Core / SQL / Web Development F# / ASP.NET Core / SQL / React / Elmish / SAFE Stack The Company: A well-established and respected software development company, specialising in creating high-quality, web-based enterprise software for a range of clients within the health and social care sector. The Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Web Application Developer to join our Core Engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting web-based enterprise software, primarily written in F# . Reporting to the Development Manager, you'll collaborate with the team to analyze requirements, specify systems, and develop new features for existing systems or entirely new solutions. This role also involves managing small teams of developers for independent projects, driving best practices, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software. As a Senior Developer, you will also be involved in guiding clients to successful solutions, maintaining software dependencies, writing reports and queries for SQL databases, and ensuring proper packaging and delivery of software. The Requirements: A 2:1 or First Degree in a science or engineering discipline (ideally from a Top 30 University). At least 2 years of professional experience in web application development, ideally with a strong focus on F# or .NET Core technologies. Strong experience with ASP.NET Core and SQL Server . Experience with Fable , Elmish , React , or the SAFE Stack (F# to JS transpilation) is highly desirable. Knowledge of Webpack , SASS , and working in modern development environments. Proactiveness : A self-motivated individual with the ability to manage projects and team members effectively. Quick Learner : Willingness to dive into new technologies and become an expert in existing systems. Effective Technical Communicator : Capable of explaining complex technical concepts clearly, receiving constructive feedback, and justifying solutions. Teamwork and Responsibility : Comfortable managing small teams and collaborating with colleagues to meet business objectives. Additional Experience (Desirable): Experience working on service-oriented architectures or microservices . Understanding of Message Queuing and System Testing . Commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical decisions with business goals. Why Apply: Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team. Exposure to a variety of technologies and projects. A chance to play a key role in shaping the software solutions for our clients. Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to professional development.
IT Productivity Engineer Contract: Type: Perm Location: Newquay, Cornwall, UK We are seeking an IT Productivity Engineer to join our clients cloud focused, friendly and dynamic team This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the organisations productivity services, adhering to service level agreements, and driving continual service improvement. Day-to-day of the role: Manage the resolution of incidents and service requests within the Productivity space, including SharePoint, OneDrive for Business, Project Online, and the Power Platform. Support the delivery of technological changes across Microsoft 365. Assist with Service Improvements and identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact. Collaborate closely with other IT teams to deliver excellent IT services. Contribute to solutions ensuring they are fit for purpose and provide optimal value for money. Maintain Productivity services to architectural and technical best practice specifications. Act as a stakeholder in the release process for new updates affecting services in production. Produce high-quality documentation to promote knowledge sharing across Productivity services. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, stakeholders, and colleagues. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 components such as SharePoint Online & OneDrive for Business ( Well-developed technical skills, especially in advanced troubleshooting Experience administering a Microsoft 365 tenancy (Desirable) Understanding of the Power Platform toolset (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate) (Desirable) ITIL qualification - beneficial Knowledge of IT Security protocols, processes, policies, and standards ( Proven ability to write technical documentation like Runbooks and How-to Guides Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Benefits: Hybrid Working - Minimum of 5 days per month in the office 30 Days holiday plus up to 8 public holidays (pro-rata) Sick pay and 4 Discretionary Christmas Closure Days Contributory pension scheme and Life Assurance cover Free onsite parking Annual leave purchase scheme - up to a maximum of 10 days If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information please contact me on
03/03/2026
Full time
IT Productivity Engineer Contract: Type: Perm Location: Newquay, Cornwall, UK We are seeking an IT Productivity Engineer to join our clients cloud focused, friendly and dynamic team This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the organisations productivity services, adhering to service level agreements, and driving continual service improvement. Day-to-day of the role: Manage the resolution of incidents and service requests within the Productivity space, including SharePoint, OneDrive for Business, Project Online, and the Power Platform. Support the delivery of technological changes across Microsoft 365. Assist with Service Improvements and identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact. Collaborate closely with other IT teams to deliver excellent IT services. Contribute to solutions ensuring they are fit for purpose and provide optimal value for money. Maintain Productivity services to architectural and technical best practice specifications. Act as a stakeholder in the release process for new updates affecting services in production. Produce high-quality documentation to promote knowledge sharing across Productivity services. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, stakeholders, and colleagues. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 components such as SharePoint Online & OneDrive for Business ( Well-developed technical skills, especially in advanced troubleshooting Experience administering a Microsoft 365 tenancy (Desirable) Understanding of the Power Platform toolset (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate) (Desirable) ITIL qualification - beneficial Knowledge of IT Security protocols, processes, policies, and standards ( Proven ability to write technical documentation like Runbooks and How-to Guides Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Benefits: Hybrid Working - Minimum of 5 days per month in the office 30 Days holiday plus up to 8 public holidays (pro-rata) Sick pay and 4 Discretionary Christmas Closure Days Contributory pension scheme and Life Assurance cover Free onsite parking Annual leave purchase scheme - up to a maximum of 10 days If you are interested in this position please apply online or for more information please contact me on
Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) UK-Based Fully Remote Outside IR35 Contract to Dec 2026 We are supporting a global engineering and technology organisation in the search for a Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) to join their Performance Engineering & Research team. This is a fully remote opportunity (UK-based candidates only) working on robust, scalable software that supports sophisticated control algorithms and performance optimisation systems. The Role You will design, build and maintain efficient, high-performance Java applications, contributing across the full software development lifecycle including: Requirements analysis and system design Development and implementation Testing and deployment CI/CD and automation improvements Technical documentation Working under the guidance of the Principal Performance Engineer, you will collaborate with solution design, integration, simulation and delivery teams globally. What We re Looking For Minimum 5 years professional Java development experience Strong understanding of OOP, design patterns and software architecture principles Proven experience delivering scalable, maintainable systems Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) Exposure to containerisation and logging technologies (e.g., Docker, ELK) Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Excellent communication skills Nice to have: Experience within logistics, WMS or warehouse automation however strong Java developers from any industry will be considered. Contract Details Fully remote (UK-based candidates only) Outside IR35 Contract funded through December 2026 Full-time engagement ASAP start No predefined rate band quality is prioritised ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
03/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) UK-Based Fully Remote Outside IR35 Contract to Dec 2026 We are supporting a global engineering and technology organisation in the search for a Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) to join their Performance Engineering & Research team. This is a fully remote opportunity (UK-based candidates only) working on robust, scalable software that supports sophisticated control algorithms and performance optimisation systems. The Role You will design, build and maintain efficient, high-performance Java applications, contributing across the full software development lifecycle including: Requirements analysis and system design Development and implementation Testing and deployment CI/CD and automation improvements Technical documentation Working under the guidance of the Principal Performance Engineer, you will collaborate with solution design, integration, simulation and delivery teams globally. What We re Looking For Minimum 5 years professional Java development experience Strong understanding of OOP, design patterns and software architecture principles Proven experience delivering scalable, maintainable systems Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) Exposure to containerisation and logging technologies (e.g., Docker, ELK) Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Excellent communication skills Nice to have: Experience within logistics, WMS or warehouse automation however strong Java developers from any industry will be considered. Contract Details Fully remote (UK-based candidates only) Outside IR35 Contract funded through December 2026 Full-time engagement ASAP start No predefined rate band quality is prioritised ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
