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
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
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
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
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.
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
27/03/2025
Full time
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
Systems Engineer (Bids) Location: 4 days onsite per week in Brighton Duration: Initial 6 months Rate: Flexible - Outside IR35 We are seeking a Systems Engineer contractor with strong experience supporting defence bids and proposals. This role is focused on the front-end bid phase of programmes and is not a traditional delivery Systems Engineering position. You will work within a technically led organisation, supporting the development of competitive, compliant defence bids by coordinating technical inputs and shaping system-level responses to formal RFPs. The Role As a bid-focused Systems Engineer, you will: Support the end-to-end defence bid lifecycle, from RFP release through to submission Analyse customer requirements and develop system-level technical responses Coordinate and consolidate inputs from engineering SMEs across the business Ensure bid responses are technically coherent, compliant, and traceable Support bid gate reviews, technical governance, and internal approval processes Translate complex system concepts into clear, structured proposal content Work closely with commercial teams while maintaining a technical Systems Engineering perspective Skills & Experience Background as a Systems Engineer within defence or a highly regulated environment Demonstrable experience supporting bids, proposals, or tender responses Strong understanding of systems engineering principles applied at bid stage (requirements, architectures, trade-offs) Commercial awareness (cost, risk, schedule impacts) without being commercially led Comfortable engaging with senior engineers, bid managers, and stakeholders Experience working to formal defence bid processes and governance frameworks This role is ideal for a Systems Engineer who specialises in bid and proposal work, rather than programme delivery or design assurance.
11/03/2026
Contractor
Systems Engineer (Bids) Location: 4 days onsite per week in Brighton Duration: Initial 6 months Rate: Flexible - Outside IR35 We are seeking a Systems Engineer contractor with strong experience supporting defence bids and proposals. This role is focused on the front-end bid phase of programmes and is not a traditional delivery Systems Engineering position. You will work within a technically led organisation, supporting the development of competitive, compliant defence bids by coordinating technical inputs and shaping system-level responses to formal RFPs. The Role As a bid-focused Systems Engineer, you will: Support the end-to-end defence bid lifecycle, from RFP release through to submission Analyse customer requirements and develop system-level technical responses Coordinate and consolidate inputs from engineering SMEs across the business Ensure bid responses are technically coherent, compliant, and traceable Support bid gate reviews, technical governance, and internal approval processes Translate complex system concepts into clear, structured proposal content Work closely with commercial teams while maintaining a technical Systems Engineering perspective Skills & Experience Background as a Systems Engineer within defence or a highly regulated environment Demonstrable experience supporting bids, proposals, or tender responses Strong understanding of systems engineering principles applied at bid stage (requirements, architectures, trade-offs) Commercial awareness (cost, risk, schedule impacts) without being commercially led Comfortable engaging with senior engineers, bid managers, and stakeholders Experience working to formal defence bid processes and governance frameworks This role is ideal for a Systems Engineer who specialises in bid and proposal work, rather than programme delivery or design assurance.
This is an exciting new opportunity to shape the future of technology and digital capability across five South West charities. We are seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Technology Officer who is motivated by both challenge and purpose someone who can harness technology to make a tangible difference to how our faith-based charities support church communities. Working across Bath & Wells, Bristol, Exeter, Salisbury and Truro, this role offers a rare platform to influence at scale. The successful candidate will lead a region-wide programme of digital transformation and process optimisation, helping modernise systems, strengthen cyber resilience and unlock efficiencies that release resources for mission and ministry. This is not technology for its own sake. We are looking for someone who combines strategic insight with practical delivery a leader who can translate complex technical possibilities into real-world improvements for staff, clergy and volunteers. You will play a key role in shaping the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, while ensuring strong governance, security and compliance. Please note that whilst this role allows homeworking, travel across all five dioceses will be required. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop, articulate, and implement a shared digital transformation and technology strategy that is directly aligned with the overarching mission and strategic goals of the five dioceses. Act as the principal technology advisor to the Diocesan Secretaries and their senior leadership teams. Process Mapping & Optimisation: Lead a comprehensive, collaborative review of key administrative and operational processes within the Diocesan Boards of Finance (DBFs) and in parishes where appropriate. Use process mapping techniques to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and then design and implement optimised workflows. AI & Responsible Innovation: Actively research, evaluate, pilot, and implement appropriate AI and automation tools to enhance efficiency, support fundraising, and improve service delivery. Ensure all innovation is undertaken responsibly, ethically, and with a clear focus on tangible benefits. Stakeholder Management & Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across all five dioceses, including clergy, staff, and volunteers. Foster a culture of digital literacy and champion the benefits of change in a clear, accessible, and empathetic manner. Project & Change Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of technology and process improvement projects, from initial conception and business case development through to delivery, user training, and final handover. Employ robust project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Qualifications, Training & Experience: Proven and extensive senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO, Head of IT, Director of Digital Transformation) with clear evidence of strategic impact. Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a technology-related discipline, with appropriate professional certifications in technology, architecture, project or change management, and membership of a relevant professional body. Strong track record in business process mapping, analysis and re-engineering delivering measurable efficiency gains. Practical experience evaluating, procuring and implementing modern technology solutions, including cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365), CRM systems and data analytics tools. Experience in the charity, non-profit or similarly complex, values-driven sector is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of, or well-informed and practical interest in, the responsible and ethical application of AI and automation in an organisational context. Significant experience in technology strategy, budget management, vendor negotiation and delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. Competencies & Behavioural requirements: Exceptional communicator and translator: Able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Strategic yet pragmatic thinker: Sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value adding solutions. Collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader: Builds trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Resilient and delivery-focused: Proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Culturally astute and values-aware: Demonstrates understanding of, and respect for, the Church of England s context, governance and ethos, navigating the environment with diplomacy and good judgement. Our benefits include : Company pension A comprehensive health & wellbeing programme Paid volunteer & study leave Home working
11/03/2026
Full time
This is an exciting new opportunity to shape the future of technology and digital capability across five South West charities. We are seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Technology Officer who is motivated by both challenge and purpose someone who can harness technology to make a tangible difference to how our faith-based charities support church communities. Working across Bath & Wells, Bristol, Exeter, Salisbury and Truro, this role offers a rare platform to influence at scale. The successful candidate will lead a region-wide programme of digital transformation and process optimisation, helping modernise systems, strengthen cyber resilience and unlock efficiencies that release resources for mission and ministry. This is not technology for its own sake. We are looking for someone who combines strategic insight with practical delivery a leader who can translate complex technical possibilities into real-world improvements for staff, clergy and volunteers. You will play a key role in shaping the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, while ensuring strong governance, security and compliance. Please note that whilst this role allows homeworking, travel across all five dioceses will be required. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop, articulate, and implement a shared digital transformation and technology strategy that is directly aligned with the overarching mission and strategic goals of the five dioceses. Act as the principal technology advisor to the Diocesan Secretaries and their senior leadership teams. Process Mapping & Optimisation: Lead a comprehensive, collaborative review of key administrative and operational processes within the Diocesan Boards of Finance (DBFs) and in parishes where appropriate. Use process mapping techniques to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and then design and implement optimised workflows. AI & Responsible Innovation: Actively research, evaluate, pilot, and implement appropriate AI and automation tools to enhance efficiency, support fundraising, and improve service delivery. Ensure all innovation is undertaken responsibly, ethically, and with a clear focus on tangible benefits. Stakeholder Management & Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across all five dioceses, including clergy, staff, and volunteers. Foster a culture of digital literacy and champion the benefits of change in a clear, accessible, and empathetic manner. Project & Change Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of technology and process improvement projects, from initial conception and business case development through to delivery, user training, and final handover. Employ robust project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Qualifications, Training & Experience: Proven and extensive senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO, Head of IT, Director of Digital Transformation) with clear evidence of strategic impact. Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a technology-related discipline, with appropriate professional certifications in technology, architecture, project or change management, and membership of a relevant professional body. Strong track record in business process mapping, analysis and re-engineering delivering measurable efficiency gains. Practical experience evaluating, procuring and implementing modern technology solutions, including cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365), CRM systems and data analytics tools. Experience in the charity, non-profit or similarly complex, values-driven sector is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of, or well-informed and practical interest in, the responsible and ethical application of AI and automation in an organisational context. Significant experience in technology strategy, budget management, vendor negotiation and delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. Competencies & Behavioural requirements: Exceptional communicator and translator: Able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Strategic yet pragmatic thinker: Sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value adding solutions. Collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader: Builds trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Resilient and delivery-focused: Proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Culturally astute and values-aware: Demonstrates understanding of, and respect for, the Church of England s context, governance and ethos, navigating the environment with diplomacy and good judgement. Our benefits include : Company pension A comprehensive health & wellbeing programme Paid volunteer & study leave Home working
Senior DevOps Engineer - AWS - Cloud Infrastructure - FinTech Excellent opportunity opens for a skilled DevOps engineer to join a growing FinTech working with leading Global Banks . This role offers the opportunity to lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of robust and scalable infrastructure, playing a key role in ensuring high levels of reliability, performance, and resilience across the platform. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery, and will thrive in an environment focused on modern DevOps practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to automate and streamline deployment processes. Collaborate closely with software development teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications. Architect, manage, and optimize our cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to support scalable applications. Implement and manage infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation. Oversee containerization and orchestration efforts using Docker and Kubernetes. Develop and maintain automation scripts for system administration and operational tasks. Ensure security, compliance, and best practices are integrated into all aspects of infrastructure management. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance reliability and scalability. Provide mentorship and guidance to other DevOps engineers. Maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, processes, and best practices. Participate in on-call rotation for incident management and support, ensuring high availability of services. Requirements: 3+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer. Extensive experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI. Proficiency in Scripting languages such as Python, Golang or Bash Strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Deep knowledge of infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation). Proficiency with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols. Hands-on experience with monitoring and logging tools such as DataDog, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and mentor a team. Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards (eg, PCI DSS, SOC2, ISO, GDPR). Experience with serverless architecture and microservices. Familiarity with database management and optimization (SQL and NoSQL). Demonstrated experience in leading complex projects and initiatives. Interested? Please Apply! DevOps FinTech CI/CD Jenkins Golang Kubernetes GitLab Ci Circle CI Python Bash Kafka AWS Azure GCP Terraform Ansible Cloud Formation Investment Banking Financial Services Information Technology DevOps Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) Jenkins Kubernetes Amazon Web Services (AWS) AWS Gitlab Python (Programming Language) FinTech Apache Kafka
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior DevOps Engineer - AWS - Cloud Infrastructure - FinTech Excellent opportunity opens for a skilled DevOps engineer to join a growing FinTech working with leading Global Banks . This role offers the opportunity to lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of robust and scalable infrastructure, playing a key role in ensuring high levels of reliability, performance, and resilience across the platform. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery, and will thrive in an environment focused on modern DevOps practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to automate and streamline deployment processes. Collaborate closely with software development teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications. Architect, manage, and optimize our cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to support scalable applications. Implement and manage infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation. Oversee containerization and orchestration efforts using Docker and Kubernetes. Develop and maintain automation scripts for system administration and operational tasks. Ensure security, compliance, and best practices are integrated into all aspects of infrastructure management. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance reliability and scalability. Provide mentorship and guidance to other DevOps engineers. Maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, processes, and best practices. Participate in on-call rotation for incident management and support, ensuring high availability of services. Requirements: 3+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer. Extensive experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI. Proficiency in Scripting languages such as Python, Golang or Bash Strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Deep knowledge of infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation). Proficiency with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols. Hands-on experience with monitoring and logging tools such as DataDog, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and mentor a team. Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards (eg, PCI DSS, SOC2, ISO, GDPR). Experience with serverless architecture and microservices. Familiarity with database management and optimization (SQL and NoSQL). Demonstrated experience in leading complex projects and initiatives. Interested? Please Apply! DevOps FinTech CI/CD Jenkins Golang Kubernetes GitLab Ci Circle CI Python Bash Kafka AWS Azure GCP Terraform Ansible Cloud Formation Investment Banking Financial Services Information Technology DevOps Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) Jenkins Kubernetes Amazon Web Services (AWS) AWS Gitlab Python (Programming Language) FinTech Apache Kafka
Role Title: Storage Senior SAN SME Location: Sheffield/hybrid (2 - 3 days per week on site) Duration: 8 months+ Rate: £540 per day inside ir35 I am looking for a Storage SME to provide technical leadership and strategic guidance for storage architecture and operations within the OpenShift infrastructure migration project within the banking sector. Key Responsibilities: Define storage architecture strategy for OpenShift clusters and workloads, incorporating Pure Storage best practices. Advise on storage provisioning, performance tuning, and capacity planning for Pure Storage arrays. Serve as the go-to expert for storage-related issues and escalations, including Pure Storage integration. Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineers and OpenShift Architects to integrate Pure Storage solutions with compute and networking layers. Ensure compatibility with containerized workloads and persistent storage requirements. Conduct performance assessments and recommend improvements for Pure Storage systems. Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive experience in enterprise storage technologies with a strong focus on Pure Storage arrays. Deep knowledge of storage protocols (iSCSI, NFS, Fibre Channel) and SAN/NAS architectures. Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container storage interfaces (CSI). Expertise in backup, replication, and disaster recovery strategies for Pure Storage environments. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.
11/03/2026
Contractor
Role Title: Storage Senior SAN SME Location: Sheffield/hybrid (2 - 3 days per week on site) Duration: 8 months+ Rate: £540 per day inside ir35 I am looking for a Storage SME to provide technical leadership and strategic guidance for storage architecture and operations within the OpenShift infrastructure migration project within the banking sector. Key Responsibilities: Define storage architecture strategy for OpenShift clusters and workloads, incorporating Pure Storage best practices. Advise on storage provisioning, performance tuning, and capacity planning for Pure Storage arrays. Serve as the go-to expert for storage-related issues and escalations, including Pure Storage integration. Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineers and OpenShift Architects to integrate Pure Storage solutions with compute and networking layers. Ensure compatibility with containerized workloads and persistent storage requirements. Conduct performance assessments and recommend improvements for Pure Storage systems. Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive experience in enterprise storage technologies with a strong focus on Pure Storage arrays. Deep knowledge of storage protocols (iSCSI, NFS, Fibre Channel) and SAN/NAS architectures. Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container storage interfaces (CSI). Expertise in backup, replication, and disaster recovery strategies for Pure Storage environments. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.
Senior Java Developer Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join the eFX Algo IT team as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in low latency trading systems. This is a hands-on development role focused on building and enhancing pricing, hedging, and market connectivity systems for the eFX trading desk. You'll be working in a fast-paced, front-office environment, collaborating closely with developers, business analysts, project managers, and QA teams. This role demands deep technical expertise in Java , particularly in low latency environments , and a strong understanding of FX trading systems . You'll be expected to contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from design and prototyping to deployment and support. Key Responsibilities Design and develop high-performance, low-latency Java applications for pricing, hedging, and market connectivity. Collaborate with Front Office and IT teams to gather requirements and deliver analytics and trading solutions that directly impact P&L. Rapidly prototype solutions in an agile environment with evolving priorities. Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and provide regular updates to project managers. Create and maintain technical documentation including design specs, functional requirements, and unit tests. Provide third-line support and technical assistance to production support teams. Participate in software releases, which may occasionally occur outside regular working hours. Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, including financial crime prevention and mandatory training. Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Strong proficiency in Java , including: Multithreading Low latency techniques Garbage collection optimization Performance monitoring and metrics design Solid understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systems Experience with real-time, mission-critical systems Familiarity with networking tools (e.g., Wireshark), Solace , and 10GbE multicast Knowledge of FIX protocol and other market connectivity standards Domain Knowledge Front-office experience in FX trading or quantitative finance Understanding of pricing algorithms , dynamic spreading , and FX ECNs FX Options knowledge is a plus Methodologies & Collaboration Experience with Agile, Scrum, or Kanban delivery frameworks Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise between IT and trading desks Production stability mindset and ability to work with infrastructure and support teams Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering Postgraduate qualifications in advanced computing or statistical disciplines are desirable Competencies & Values Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies Proactive in contributing ideas and innovations to the team Commitment to transparency, accountability, excellence, and client service quality
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Java Developer Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join the eFX Algo IT team as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in low latency trading systems. This is a hands-on development role focused on building and enhancing pricing, hedging, and market connectivity systems for the eFX trading desk. You'll be working in a fast-paced, front-office environment, collaborating closely with developers, business analysts, project managers, and QA teams. This role demands deep technical expertise in Java , particularly in low latency environments , and a strong understanding of FX trading systems . You'll be expected to contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from design and prototyping to deployment and support. Key Responsibilities Design and develop high-performance, low-latency Java applications for pricing, hedging, and market connectivity. Collaborate with Front Office and IT teams to gather requirements and deliver analytics and trading solutions that directly impact P&L. Rapidly prototype solutions in an agile environment with evolving priorities. Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and provide regular updates to project managers. Create and maintain technical documentation including design specs, functional requirements, and unit tests. Provide third-line support and technical assistance to production support teams. Participate in software releases, which may occasionally occur outside regular working hours. Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, including financial crime prevention and mandatory training. Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Strong proficiency in Java , including: Multithreading Low latency techniques Garbage collection optimization Performance monitoring and metrics design Solid understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systems Experience with real-time, mission-critical systems Familiarity with networking tools (e.g., Wireshark), Solace , and 10GbE multicast Knowledge of FIX protocol and other market connectivity standards Domain Knowledge Front-office experience in FX trading or quantitative finance Understanding of pricing algorithms , dynamic spreading , and FX ECNs FX Options knowledge is a plus Methodologies & Collaboration Experience with Agile, Scrum, or Kanban delivery frameworks Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise between IT and trading desks Production stability mindset and ability to work with infrastructure and support teams Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering Postgraduate qualifications in advanced computing or statistical disciplines are desirable Competencies & Values Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies Proactive in contributing ideas and innovations to the team Commitment to transparency, accountability, excellence, and client service quality
IntaPeople are looking to recruit an IT Field Service Engineer with specific skills in copiers to join a rapidly growing team based in Wales. As a Mid-Senior level Engineer, you will play a key role in keeping their clients systems running whilst troubleshooting and carrying out repairs when needed, to new installations and proactive support. What you ll be doing Responding to support tickets through their internal helpdesk system. Using remote management tools to diagnose and resolve technical issues Installing, configuring, and networking copier devices. Carrying out preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime. Maintaining accurate service records and reporting. Visiting customer sites to carry out maintenance, repairs, and installations M4 Corridor/Wales What they re looking for: Proven experience working as an IT Support Field Engineer Previous experience working with photocopiers such as Kyocera or other brands like HP or Ricoh or Canon or Xerox Strong technical troubleshooting skills with both hardware and software. Experience working with ticketing/helpdesk systems. Familiarity with remote monitoring/management tools. We are looking for either a permanent engineer or contract engineer for the interim whilst recruiting a permanent engineer. Ideally you will be based from the Swansea/west area and cover client sites throughout Wales including M4 corridor. Permanent role - Salary £32,000 - £37,000 depending on experience plus strong company benefits or Temp role - Hourly/Day rate - £21.00 - £23.00 / £160.00 - £180.00 per day For more information, please call Nathan Handley on (phone number removed).
11/03/2026
Full time
IntaPeople are looking to recruit an IT Field Service Engineer with specific skills in copiers to join a rapidly growing team based in Wales. As a Mid-Senior level Engineer, you will play a key role in keeping their clients systems running whilst troubleshooting and carrying out repairs when needed, to new installations and proactive support. What you ll be doing Responding to support tickets through their internal helpdesk system. Using remote management tools to diagnose and resolve technical issues Installing, configuring, and networking copier devices. Carrying out preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime. Maintaining accurate service records and reporting. Visiting customer sites to carry out maintenance, repairs, and installations M4 Corridor/Wales What they re looking for: Proven experience working as an IT Support Field Engineer Previous experience working with photocopiers such as Kyocera or other brands like HP or Ricoh or Canon or Xerox Strong technical troubleshooting skills with both hardware and software. Experience working with ticketing/helpdesk systems. Familiarity with remote monitoring/management tools. We are looking for either a permanent engineer or contract engineer for the interim whilst recruiting a permanent engineer. Ideally you will be based from the Swansea/west area and cover client sites throughout Wales including M4 corridor. Permanent role - Salary £32,000 - £37,000 depending on experience plus strong company benefits or Temp role - Hourly/Day rate - £21.00 - £23.00 / £160.00 - £180.00 per day For more information, please call Nathan Handley on (phone number removed).
I'm working with a small boutique Consultancy who are looking to hire a highly technical experienced Senior/Lead Automation Engineer. You'll be joining a small passionate team that build software that sits at the heart of major organisations and helps them meet complex regulatory demands. The team are remote first so you can be based anywhere in the UK for this role. They have one more Junior Tester and are now looking for a experienced Senior/ Lead QA experienced with automation to be the senior figure within the team. They want someone who can build a proper QA strategy and help them get better processes in place, collaborate with DevOps on CI/CD and QA practices, and drive staged, holistic improvements and also support and mentor their more Junior QA. You'll be shaping quality from the very start, challenging requirements, spotting risks early, and ensuring what gets released is robust, secure, and built to last. This role also has a consultative edge. You'll work closely with some of their larger enterprise clients, helping define sensible test strategies that fit their systems and business goals. You'll review code, guide teams on quality best practice, and communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders. Ideally you'll have experience testing complex platforms, particularly in regulated or high risk environments such as finance, compliance, or similar enterprise domains etc where its critical to get things right. along with strong automation skills in tools like Playwright/ Cypress Typescript and ideally C#. You'll work closely with their end clients and design and maintain automated test frameworks across modern web applications, covering Angular front ends and .NET back ends and will actively review both internal team code and external client-side code to ensure adherence to best practices, security protocols, and performance benchmarks. There's a strong focus on automation and API testing, so you should be comfortable building frameworks , along with experience of testing REST Api's and familiarity with cloud environments such as Azure and CI/CD pipelines. You'll be joining a small, high calibre team that values thoughtful engineering, respectful collaboration, and building things that genuinely matter. If you enjoy solving hard problems, influencing how software is built, and working remotely with talented people, then I would love to hear from you. Salary is up to 80,000. If you'd like to hear more please reply below to Sam Miller at SR2. Socially Responsible Recruitment.
11/03/2026
Full time
I'm working with a small boutique Consultancy who are looking to hire a highly technical experienced Senior/Lead Automation Engineer. You'll be joining a small passionate team that build software that sits at the heart of major organisations and helps them meet complex regulatory demands. The team are remote first so you can be based anywhere in the UK for this role. They have one more Junior Tester and are now looking for a experienced Senior/ Lead QA experienced with automation to be the senior figure within the team. They want someone who can build a proper QA strategy and help them get better processes in place, collaborate with DevOps on CI/CD and QA practices, and drive staged, holistic improvements and also support and mentor their more Junior QA. You'll be shaping quality from the very start, challenging requirements, spotting risks early, and ensuring what gets released is robust, secure, and built to last. This role also has a consultative edge. You'll work closely with some of their larger enterprise clients, helping define sensible test strategies that fit their systems and business goals. You'll review code, guide teams on quality best practice, and communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders. Ideally you'll have experience testing complex platforms, particularly in regulated or high risk environments such as finance, compliance, or similar enterprise domains etc where its critical to get things right. along with strong automation skills in tools like Playwright/ Cypress Typescript and ideally C#. You'll work closely with their end clients and design and maintain automated test frameworks across modern web applications, covering Angular front ends and .NET back ends and will actively review both internal team code and external client-side code to ensure adherence to best practices, security protocols, and performance benchmarks. There's a strong focus on automation and API testing, so you should be comfortable building frameworks , along with experience of testing REST Api's and familiarity with cloud environments such as Azure and CI/CD pipelines. You'll be joining a small, high calibre team that values thoughtful engineering, respectful collaboration, and building things that genuinely matter. If you enjoy solving hard problems, influencing how software is built, and working remotely with talented people, then I would love to hear from you. Salary is up to 80,000. If you'd like to hear more please reply below to Sam Miller at SR2. Socially Responsible Recruitment.
Senior Software Developer - C#, ASP.Net, Cloud, Azure, REST API's Hybrid - 2 days onsite - Fareham / Southampton border A high impact Senior Developer opportunity building complex solutions that have a direct impact on the safety and security of public services. This is your chance to make a real impact as a Software Developer, working on mission-critical systems in a cutting-edge environment. This is great opportunity to join a global business, benefiting from corporate benefits, continuous professional development and an opportunity to work on large programmes of work in public and private sectors. Skills Required: 6+ years experience developing ASP.NET web applications in C# using Visual Studio/Visual Studio Code Experience creating RESTful APIs and ensuring API extensibility Deep experience of SaaS and Cloud deployed services (Azure ideally) Azure DevOps, CI/CD Experience of unit and automated testing Good knowledge of SOLID principles MS SQL Server Desirable Skills: Event Driven Architecture Containers (docker, K8s) Security best practice (OWASP top ten) The company is market leader in their field and offer rewarding career opportunities with progression, continuous personal development and a range of global projects. Please get in touch asap to find out more and explore the opportunity further. Hit apply or contact (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Software Developer - C#, ASP.Net, Cloud, Azure, REST API's Hybrid - 2 days onsite - Fareham / Southampton border A high impact Senior Developer opportunity building complex solutions that have a direct impact on the safety and security of public services. This is your chance to make a real impact as a Software Developer, working on mission-critical systems in a cutting-edge environment. This is great opportunity to join a global business, benefiting from corporate benefits, continuous professional development and an opportunity to work on large programmes of work in public and private sectors. Skills Required: 6+ years experience developing ASP.NET web applications in C# using Visual Studio/Visual Studio Code Experience creating RESTful APIs and ensuring API extensibility Deep experience of SaaS and Cloud deployed services (Azure ideally) Azure DevOps, CI/CD Experience of unit and automated testing Good knowledge of SOLID principles MS SQL Server Desirable Skills: Event Driven Architecture Containers (docker, K8s) Security best practice (OWASP top ten) The company is market leader in their field and offer rewarding career opportunities with progression, continuous personal development and a range of global projects. Please get in touch asap to find out more and explore the opportunity further. Hit apply or contact (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Azure data engineer We are seeking an Azure Data Engineer to join the analytics department within the financial services industry. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining data solutions using Azure technologies to support business decision-making and insights. Client Details Senior Azure data engineer Our client is a large organisation within the financial services industry, dedicated to providing innovative solutions and leveraging technology to drive business success. They are known for their commitment to excellence and their focus on delivering impactful data-driven strategies. Description Senior Azure data engineer Design and develop data pipelines and workflows using Azure technologies. Implement and manage data storage solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with analytics teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions accordingly. Monitor and maintain the performance of Azure based data systems. Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all platforms. Provide technical expertise on Azure data engineering best practices. Optimise data processes for efficiency and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues promptly. Profile Senior Azure data engineer A successful Azure Data Engineer should have: Proven experience in data engineering within the financial services industry. Strong expertise in Azure data technologies, including Data Factory, Databricks, and Synapse Analytics. Proficiency in SQL and other data query languages. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts. Experience in working with large datasets and ensuring data quality. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Job Offer Senior Azure data engineer Competitive salary ranging from 80,000 to 95,000 per annum. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth within the financial services industry. A supportive and innovative work environment. If you are an experienced Senior Azure Data Engineer looking for your next permanent opportunity, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career!
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Azure data engineer We are seeking an Azure Data Engineer to join the analytics department within the financial services industry. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining data solutions using Azure technologies to support business decision-making and insights. Client Details Senior Azure data engineer Our client is a large organisation within the financial services industry, dedicated to providing innovative solutions and leveraging technology to drive business success. They are known for their commitment to excellence and their focus on delivering impactful data-driven strategies. Description Senior Azure data engineer Design and develop data pipelines and workflows using Azure technologies. Implement and manage data storage solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with analytics teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions accordingly. Monitor and maintain the performance of Azure based data systems. Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all platforms. Provide technical expertise on Azure data engineering best practices. Optimise data processes for efficiency and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues promptly. Profile Senior Azure data engineer A successful Azure Data Engineer should have: Proven experience in data engineering within the financial services industry. Strong expertise in Azure data technologies, including Data Factory, Databricks, and Synapse Analytics. Proficiency in SQL and other data query languages. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts. Experience in working with large datasets and ensuring data quality. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Job Offer Senior Azure data engineer Competitive salary ranging from 80,000 to 95,000 per annum. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth within the financial services industry. A supportive and innovative work environment. If you are an experienced Senior Azure Data Engineer looking for your next permanent opportunity, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career!
Senior Software Engineer - AI SaaS Platform London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus + benefits A high-growth B2B generative AI scale-up based in central London is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help build the next generation of its AI-powered SaaS platform. Working within a fast-moving product engineering team, you will play a key role in designing and delivering new features that enhance how customers interact with AI-driven software. This is a product-led environment where engineers collaborate closely with product managers and designers to ship high-impact features and continuously improve the platform. This role would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys building scalable systems, working across the full stack, and contributing to a product used by real customers. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver scalable features within a modern SaaS platform Build reliable backend services and customer-facing functionality Work closely with Product Managers and Designers to refine requirements and deliver solutions Contribute to system design, architecture discussions and engineering best practices Support the reliability and scalability of live production systems Required Experience Strong TypeScript / Node.js development experience Experience building full-stack applications (React / Next.js) Experience delivering cloud-based products in AWS, GCP or Azure Infrastructure knowledge such as Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes or CI/CD pipelines Experience working in startup or scale-up environments A product mindset with strong collaboration across engineering, product and design teams Nice to Have Experience using Python within product development Exposure to AI / LLM-driven products Experience with microservices architectures What s on Offer £90,000 £110,000 base salary Bonus scheme Hybrid working (2 days per week in London) Flexible working hours Private healthcare & pension Strong progression opportunities within a high-growth AI scale-up The opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI products used by global customers If you are a Senior Software Engineer looking to work on impactful AI-driven products in a fast-growing scale-up, apply now for more information.
11/03/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - AI SaaS Platform London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus + benefits A high-growth B2B generative AI scale-up based in central London is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help build the next generation of its AI-powered SaaS platform. Working within a fast-moving product engineering team, you will play a key role in designing and delivering new features that enhance how customers interact with AI-driven software. This is a product-led environment where engineers collaborate closely with product managers and designers to ship high-impact features and continuously improve the platform. This role would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys building scalable systems, working across the full stack, and contributing to a product used by real customers. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver scalable features within a modern SaaS platform Build reliable backend services and customer-facing functionality Work closely with Product Managers and Designers to refine requirements and deliver solutions Contribute to system design, architecture discussions and engineering best practices Support the reliability and scalability of live production systems Required Experience Strong TypeScript / Node.js development experience Experience building full-stack applications (React / Next.js) Experience delivering cloud-based products in AWS, GCP or Azure Infrastructure knowledge such as Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes or CI/CD pipelines Experience working in startup or scale-up environments A product mindset with strong collaboration across engineering, product and design teams Nice to Have Experience using Python within product development Exposure to AI / LLM-driven products Experience with microservices architectures What s on Offer £90,000 £110,000 base salary Bonus scheme Hybrid working (2 days per week in London) Flexible working hours Private healthcare & pension Strong progression opportunities within a high-growth AI scale-up The opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI products used by global customers If you are a Senior Software Engineer looking to work on impactful AI-driven products in a fast-growing scale-up, apply now for more information.
A Senior Product Systems Engineer with extensive experience in RF or High Speed Digital Electronics and a background of complex system design within a Defence or Electronic Product Development environment, will join a thriving Technology Company, Global leaders in Satellite Communications infrastructure. Working across multiple technical disciplines including hardware, software and mechanical; the successful Senior Product Systems Engineer will act as technical authority, leading the system integration and validation activities for complex products. Bringing a strong academic background in an Electronic Engineering related discipline and extensive commercial experience gained within a Defence or similar Engineering environment, you will balance innovation with structured processes to deliver top quality solutions. Applicants should bring the following: Expertise in Electronics systems incorporating RF and High Speed Digital Systems. Bachelors /Masters Engineering Degree in discipline related to RF Product Design. Extensive System level experience. Familiarity with Satellite Communications technology. Experience of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams including digital electronics, software and mechanical. A generous salary package will be offered to the Senior Product Systems Engineer. (Details on application) Hybrid working available (2 days minimum office / 3 WFH).
11/03/2026
Full time
A Senior Product Systems Engineer with extensive experience in RF or High Speed Digital Electronics and a background of complex system design within a Defence or Electronic Product Development environment, will join a thriving Technology Company, Global leaders in Satellite Communications infrastructure. Working across multiple technical disciplines including hardware, software and mechanical; the successful Senior Product Systems Engineer will act as technical authority, leading the system integration and validation activities for complex products. Bringing a strong academic background in an Electronic Engineering related discipline and extensive commercial experience gained within a Defence or similar Engineering environment, you will balance innovation with structured processes to deliver top quality solutions. Applicants should bring the following: Expertise in Electronics systems incorporating RF and High Speed Digital Systems. Bachelors /Masters Engineering Degree in discipline related to RF Product Design. Extensive System level experience. Familiarity with Satellite Communications technology. Experience of collaborating across multidisciplinary teams including digital electronics, software and mechanical. A generous salary package will be offered to the Senior Product Systems Engineer. (Details on application) Hybrid working available (2 days minimum office / 3 WFH).
Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a technician 2. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Cabling/Smart Hands Engineer to join our growing technical services team. This role is ideal for a hand-on professional with strong structured cabling expertise, excellent data centre experience, and the ability to support complex on-site technical activities. You will work across corporate and data centre environments, supporting infrastructure builds, installations, and remote engineering teams. Location: Manchester Daily Rate: £14.90/hr PAYE, £19.34/hr - UMB Contract Length: 23rd March 2026 till 30th September 2026 Key Responsibilities Structured Cabling & Fibre Install, terminate, and test Fibre Optic and Copper cabling to industry standards. Perform Fluke testing, certification, and fault diagnosis. Install and maintain cable pathways including basket trays, trunking, and fibre runners. Interpret and follow patching schedules, cut sheets, and technical documentation. Data Centre & Smart Hands Support Perform rack and stack of network Switches, Routers, Servers, and other active hardware. Install power and data cables within server and network racks. Provide hands-on support to remote network and systems administrators. Apply basic IP Addressing under guidance. Assist with installation and configuration of UPS systems (desirable). Health & Safety & Compliance Adhere to all site-specific and industry Health & Safety requirements. Hold valid CSCS, ECS, or equivalent construction-related H&S certification. Operate powered access equipment where required (IPAF/PASMA preferred). Professionalism & Communication Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Represent the company professionally on customer sites. Work collaboratively as part of a project team, both locally and internationally. Key Requirements Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience in the structured cabling industry. Strong understanding of structured cabling solutions and standards. Proficient in fibre optic installation, termination, and testing. Experienced with Fluke test equipment. How to Apply: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
11/03/2026
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Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a technician 2. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Cabling/Smart Hands Engineer to join our growing technical services team. This role is ideal for a hand-on professional with strong structured cabling expertise, excellent data centre experience, and the ability to support complex on-site technical activities. You will work across corporate and data centre environments, supporting infrastructure builds, installations, and remote engineering teams. Location: Manchester Daily Rate: £14.90/hr PAYE, £19.34/hr - UMB Contract Length: 23rd March 2026 till 30th September 2026 Key Responsibilities Structured Cabling & Fibre Install, terminate, and test Fibre Optic and Copper cabling to industry standards. Perform Fluke testing, certification, and fault diagnosis. Install and maintain cable pathways including basket trays, trunking, and fibre runners. Interpret and follow patching schedules, cut sheets, and technical documentation. Data Centre & Smart Hands Support Perform rack and stack of network Switches, Routers, Servers, and other active hardware. Install power and data cables within server and network racks. Provide hands-on support to remote network and systems administrators. Apply basic IP Addressing under guidance. Assist with installation and configuration of UPS systems (desirable). Health & Safety & Compliance Adhere to all site-specific and industry Health & Safety requirements. Hold valid CSCS, ECS, or equivalent construction-related H&S certification. Operate powered access equipment where required (IPAF/PASMA preferred). Professionalism & Communication Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Represent the company professionally on customer sites. Work collaboratively as part of a project team, both locally and internationally. Key Requirements Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience in the structured cabling industry. Strong understanding of structured cabling solutions and standards. Proficient in fibre optic installation, termination, and testing. Experienced with Fluke test equipment. How to Apply: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We are working with a growing technology consultancy delivering complex digital and cloud transformation programmes across UK Defence and the Public Sector. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to appoint a DV Cleared Senior/Principal DevOps Engineer to join their expanding engineering capability. This is a key technical role supporting the delivery of secure, automated and scalable cloud platforms across high-profile national security programmes. The role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems, influence DevOps best practice, and help shape platform engineering capability within a growing consultancy environment. The Role You will design, build and support secure DevOps platforms and cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments, helping development teams deliver reliable and automated deployments while ensuring strong security and operational practices. Working closely with engineering teams and stakeholders, you will help drive automation, platform reliability, and DevOps maturity across defence programmes. Key Responsibilities Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, testing and deployment Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep or CloudFormation Deliver and support secure cloud environments across AWS and Azure Manage and support Red Hat/Linux based systems Implement monitoring, logging and observability using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana or similar Manage containerised workloads using Docker and Kubernetes Ensure infrastructure meets security, compliance and governance standards Support incident response, reliability improvements and operational resilience Work closely with development teams to improve deployment processes and automation Produce technical documentation including architecture decisions, runbooks and operational handover material Essential Skills Current DV Clearance prior to a start date Experience working in DevOps, Platform Engineering or SRE roles Strong experience with CI/CD tooling (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins or Azure DevOps) Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM or CloudFormation) Strong Linux/Red Hat administration experience Experience with Docker and Kubernetes Scripting or programming experience ( Python, Bash or PowerShell ) Experience supporting production environments and reliability practices Desirable Experience Microservices architectures DevSecOps and secure pipeline practices Cloud governance and landing zone design Configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet or Chef GitOps tooling such as ArgoCD or Flux Experience working within Agile delivery environments Location: UK Hybrid working model, Wiltshire or London regions (with up to 3-4 days on site)
11/03/2026
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We are working with a growing technology consultancy delivering complex digital and cloud transformation programmes across UK Defence and the Public Sector. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to appoint a DV Cleared Senior/Principal DevOps Engineer to join their expanding engineering capability. This is a key technical role supporting the delivery of secure, automated and scalable cloud platforms across high-profile national security programmes. The role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems, influence DevOps best practice, and help shape platform engineering capability within a growing consultancy environment. The Role You will design, build and support secure DevOps platforms and cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments, helping development teams deliver reliable and automated deployments while ensuring strong security and operational practices. Working closely with engineering teams and stakeholders, you will help drive automation, platform reliability, and DevOps maturity across defence programmes. Key Responsibilities Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, testing and deployment Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep or CloudFormation Deliver and support secure cloud environments across AWS and Azure Manage and support Red Hat/Linux based systems Implement monitoring, logging and observability using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana or similar Manage containerised workloads using Docker and Kubernetes Ensure infrastructure meets security, compliance and governance standards Support incident response, reliability improvements and operational resilience Work closely with development teams to improve deployment processes and automation Produce technical documentation including architecture decisions, runbooks and operational handover material Essential Skills Current DV Clearance prior to a start date Experience working in DevOps, Platform Engineering or SRE roles Strong experience with CI/CD tooling (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins or Azure DevOps) Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM or CloudFormation) Strong Linux/Red Hat administration experience Experience with Docker and Kubernetes Scripting or programming experience ( Python, Bash or PowerShell ) Experience supporting production environments and reliability practices Desirable Experience Microservices architectures DevSecOps and secure pipeline practices Cloud governance and landing zone design Configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet or Chef GitOps tooling such as ArgoCD or Flux Experience working within Agile delivery environments Location: UK Hybrid working model, Wiltshire or London regions (with up to 3-4 days on site)
Great opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join a private equity backed tech company in Manchester as they scale in 2026. You'd join a product-based squad within a larger engineering department and would be given the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the systems you work on, from design through to deployment and supporting them in production. Each squad decides the methodologies and practices they use, as the business has created an experimental culture, following a build, measure and learn approach to get quick feedback and deliver valuable increments. The existing group are very open minded; they value teamwork over individual heroics and focus on engineering best practice like TDD, CI/CD and Pair Programming. Skills: C#, .NET, React REST APIs, Microservices, Event Driven Systems AWS, Terraform, Docker CI/CD, TDD, Pair Programming The money is good too - up to £75k plus benefits including hybrid working (2 days per week in Manchester). If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to know more, please apply through this advert and I will contact you ASAP. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
11/03/2026
Full time
Great opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join a private equity backed tech company in Manchester as they scale in 2026. You'd join a product-based squad within a larger engineering department and would be given the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the systems you work on, from design through to deployment and supporting them in production. Each squad decides the methodologies and practices they use, as the business has created an experimental culture, following a build, measure and learn approach to get quick feedback and deliver valuable increments. The existing group are very open minded; they value teamwork over individual heroics and focus on engineering best practice like TDD, CI/CD and Pair Programming. Skills: C#, .NET, React REST APIs, Microservices, Event Driven Systems AWS, Terraform, Docker CI/CD, TDD, Pair Programming The money is good too - up to £75k plus benefits including hybrid working (2 days per week in Manchester). If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to know more, please apply through this advert and I will contact you ASAP. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Lead End-User Engineer - Senior 3rd Line - Permanent Staffordshire/Derbyshire/East Midlands - Hybrid £48,000 + Pension, Healthcare & Exceptional Benefits Are you ready to take ownership of a modern, fast-evolving end-user environment? With over 200,000+ customers across the UK and Europe, this leading health and welfare organisation is expanding-and they're looking for a Lead End-User Engineer to drive excellence, shape modern workplace standards, and elevate the colleague technology experience. The Opportunity: As the Lead End-User Engineer, you'll be the technical authority for everything device, identity, and endpoint related. You will define engineering standards across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, ensuring all end-user platforms are secure, reliable, and optimised for a seamless colleague experience. You will champion modern management, set the direction for endpoint engineering, and act as the go-to escalation point for complex issues-while helping shape the organisation's future workplace strategy. What You'll Bring: Strong 3rd Line Engineering experience across Windows, Azure, Azure AD, Entra ID Intune, Autopilot, macOS, Android, iOS, laptops, and remote devices. Hands-on expertise with JAMF, and MDM platforms. Proven ability in application packaging and deployment (Win32/MSIX, PKG, APK). Advanced troubleshooting across device, identity, and network layers. Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. What You'll Own (Key Deliverables): Engineering Leadership: Set and maintain engineering standards across all platforms. Own and drive builds, configuration, and deployment automation using Intune, Autopilot, JAMF, and MDM. Lead application packaging and manage deployments across all device ecosystems. Ensure modern, secure, and consistent endpoint experiences for all users. Technical Authority: Act as the senior escalation point for 3rd Line teams. Provide leadership during Major Incident scenarios. Lead technical investigations, RCA, and long-term remediation initiatives. Your Core Mission (Key Objectives): Security, Compliance & Assurance: Govern and optimise device compliance policies and configuration profiles. Ensure secure, seamless device enrolment. Collaborate with Cyber teams to support Conditional Access, vulnerability remediation, and alignment with CE+, DSPT, ISO 27001, and similar frameworks. Maintain audit-ready documentation for all builds and policy changes. Knowledge Sharing & Capability Building: Produce high-quality runbooks and documentation for 1st Line teams. Mentor and guide engineering colleagues to build a collaborative, proactive technical culture. Support onboarding and skill-development of new team members. Desirable Skills: Scripting/automation experience (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) Exposure to hybrid environments and modern provisioning. Knowledge of CE+, DSPT, ISO 27001, and similar governance frameworks. Ready to Take the Lead? Do you thrive on ownership, and want to shape a modern workplace at scale? Call Experis IT today
11/03/2026
Full time
Lead End-User Engineer - Senior 3rd Line - Permanent Staffordshire/Derbyshire/East Midlands - Hybrid £48,000 + Pension, Healthcare & Exceptional Benefits Are you ready to take ownership of a modern, fast-evolving end-user environment? With over 200,000+ customers across the UK and Europe, this leading health and welfare organisation is expanding-and they're looking for a Lead End-User Engineer to drive excellence, shape modern workplace standards, and elevate the colleague technology experience. The Opportunity: As the Lead End-User Engineer, you'll be the technical authority for everything device, identity, and endpoint related. You will define engineering standards across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, ensuring all end-user platforms are secure, reliable, and optimised for a seamless colleague experience. You will champion modern management, set the direction for endpoint engineering, and act as the go-to escalation point for complex issues-while helping shape the organisation's future workplace strategy. What You'll Bring: Strong 3rd Line Engineering experience across Windows, Azure, Azure AD, Entra ID Intune, Autopilot, macOS, Android, iOS, laptops, and remote devices. Hands-on expertise with JAMF, and MDM platforms. Proven ability in application packaging and deployment (Win32/MSIX, PKG, APK). Advanced troubleshooting across device, identity, and network layers. Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. What You'll Own (Key Deliverables): Engineering Leadership: Set and maintain engineering standards across all platforms. Own and drive builds, configuration, and deployment automation using Intune, Autopilot, JAMF, and MDM. Lead application packaging and manage deployments across all device ecosystems. Ensure modern, secure, and consistent endpoint experiences for all users. Technical Authority: Act as the senior escalation point for 3rd Line teams. Provide leadership during Major Incident scenarios. Lead technical investigations, RCA, and long-term remediation initiatives. Your Core Mission (Key Objectives): Security, Compliance & Assurance: Govern and optimise device compliance policies and configuration profiles. Ensure secure, seamless device enrolment. Collaborate with Cyber teams to support Conditional Access, vulnerability remediation, and alignment with CE+, DSPT, ISO 27001, and similar frameworks. Maintain audit-ready documentation for all builds and policy changes. Knowledge Sharing & Capability Building: Produce high-quality runbooks and documentation for 1st Line teams. Mentor and guide engineering colleagues to build a collaborative, proactive technical culture. Support onboarding and skill-development of new team members. Desirable Skills: Scripting/automation experience (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) Exposure to hybrid environments and modern provisioning. Knowledge of CE+, DSPT, ISO 27001, and similar governance frameworks. Ready to Take the Lead? Do you thrive on ownership, and want to shape a modern workplace at scale? Call Experis IT today
Must have Skills: Python Core AWS: Lambda, Glue PySpark or Pandas SQL Alchemy or SQLite AWS: EventBridge Grafana Python(or other language) Unit test The Role: The candidate will be developing of a regulatory reporting cloud solution integrating with various source systems as well as third party reporting solutions and potentially regulatory hubs. Working alongside a technical lead/delivery lead/solution architect you will be involved in the hands-on development of the solution/s. Soft Skills: The candidate will be passionate about the software engineering and technology aspect of the role but will also be a strong communicator able to work with technology and business stakeholders to: Help refine requirements where necessary (in conjunction with Business Analysts and/or Solution Architects) Provide mentoring to the delivery team to ensure excellence across the solution while also upskilling less experienced members of the team. Peer-review Be a self-starter. Comfortable to work in a dynamic environment. Able to reverse engineer when needed. Technical Skills: The candidate will have deep technical expertise in at least one of the following areas with a broad understanding and some experience across the entire stack. Some software engineering experience preferably with Python and Java is mandatory. Mandatory Skills Experienced developer using Python. Experience in building integration solutions using various integration techniques, eg API's, file based integration, web services. Experience in factoring code to run in containerised environments or native cloud services: Event Bridge, Step Function, Lambda Function, AWS Glue, SNS, SQS, SPARK . Broad knowledge of AWS native services (compute, database, serverless). Experienced developer using Java Experience in factoring code to run in containerised environments or microservices on ROSA platform Nice to have skills: Significant CICD (Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery). Experience using Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) to manage code and build deployment pipelines. Experience in designing and building data pipelines using SQL, code, ETL tools where appropriate. Experience in building reports using PowerBI or similar tools.
11/03/2026
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Must have Skills: Python Core AWS: Lambda, Glue PySpark or Pandas SQL Alchemy or SQLite AWS: EventBridge Grafana Python(or other language) Unit test The Role: The candidate will be developing of a regulatory reporting cloud solution integrating with various source systems as well as third party reporting solutions and potentially regulatory hubs. Working alongside a technical lead/delivery lead/solution architect you will be involved in the hands-on development of the solution/s. Soft Skills: The candidate will be passionate about the software engineering and technology aspect of the role but will also be a strong communicator able to work with technology and business stakeholders to: Help refine requirements where necessary (in conjunction with Business Analysts and/or Solution Architects) Provide mentoring to the delivery team to ensure excellence across the solution while also upskilling less experienced members of the team. Peer-review Be a self-starter. Comfortable to work in a dynamic environment. Able to reverse engineer when needed. Technical Skills: The candidate will have deep technical expertise in at least one of the following areas with a broad understanding and some experience across the entire stack. Some software engineering experience preferably with Python and Java is mandatory. Mandatory Skills Experienced developer using Python. Experience in building integration solutions using various integration techniques, eg API's, file based integration, web services. Experience in factoring code to run in containerised environments or native cloud services: Event Bridge, Step Function, Lambda Function, AWS Glue, SNS, SQS, SPARK . Broad knowledge of AWS native services (compute, database, serverless). Experienced developer using Java Experience in factoring code to run in containerised environments or microservices on ROSA platform Nice to have skills: Significant CICD (Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery). Experience using Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) to manage code and build deployment pipelines. Experience in designing and building data pipelines using SQL, code, ETL tools where appropriate. Experience in building reports using PowerBI or similar tools.
Storage backup SME/Senior Engineer Infrastructure Operations Storage/Back Storage engineer to work within a secure environment. Due to the nature of the role you will need to be DV Cleared, this is required by our government services client based near Northampton, East Midlands commutable from Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton, Cambridge, Peterborough, North London We offer hybrid working model (for applicable roles) where a minimum of 60 percent % of working time shall be on site in the workplace. 3 days onsite Rate 510 a day (umbrella) plus on call (50 weekday-100 weekend Duration- 6 months The Storage Backup SME will provide specialist support for enterprise storage and data protection platforms, with a focus on Veeam and physical storage technologies. The role is critical to ensuring data availability, integrity and recoverability within a secure, regulated environment. The resource will support backup, restore and disaster recovery capabilities, assist with platform optimisation and ensure data protection services meet operational and compliance requirements. Strong technical depth and experience supporting business critical systems are essential. Be a key lead in conversations around Environment development and growth utilising automation techniques to improve the infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Expertise Deep experience with Veeam Backup Replication Strong knowledge of NetApp storage platforms Backup, restore and disaster recovery design and testing Data protection in secure and regulated environments Capacity planning and performance optimisation Understanding of backup encryption, retention and compliance requirements Relevant Qualifications: Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) and/or NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA), or equivalent demonstrable experience Proven experience supporting enterprise backup, restore and storage platforms This role reports directly to Infrastructure Team Lead. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
11/03/2026
Contractor
Storage backup SME/Senior Engineer Infrastructure Operations Storage/Back Storage engineer to work within a secure environment. Due to the nature of the role you will need to be DV Cleared, this is required by our government services client based near Northampton, East Midlands commutable from Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton, Cambridge, Peterborough, North London We offer hybrid working model (for applicable roles) where a minimum of 60 percent % of working time shall be on site in the workplace. 3 days onsite Rate 510 a day (umbrella) plus on call (50 weekday-100 weekend Duration- 6 months The Storage Backup SME will provide specialist support for enterprise storage and data protection platforms, with a focus on Veeam and physical storage technologies. The role is critical to ensuring data availability, integrity and recoverability within a secure, regulated environment. The resource will support backup, restore and disaster recovery capabilities, assist with platform optimisation and ensure data protection services meet operational and compliance requirements. Strong technical depth and experience supporting business critical systems are essential. Be a key lead in conversations around Environment development and growth utilising automation techniques to improve the infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Expertise Deep experience with Veeam Backup Replication Strong knowledge of NetApp storage platforms Backup, restore and disaster recovery design and testing Data protection in secure and regulated environments Capacity planning and performance optimisation Understanding of backup encryption, retention and compliance requirements Relevant Qualifications: Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) and/or NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA), or equivalent demonstrable experience Proven experience supporting enterprise backup, restore and storage platforms This role reports directly to Infrastructure Team Lead. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
