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Job Title: AI Engineer / Data & AI Scientist (LLM, Generative AI, Python) We are recruiting for an AI Engineer / Data & AI Scientist to join a high-impact programme building next-generation conversational AI and generative AI platforms. This role focuses on developing production-grade LLM applications, agent-based AI systems and RAG pipelines used in large-scale customer-facing environments. This is an opportunity to work on advanced AI assistant and conversational AI technology, building scalable multi-agent architectures and generative search systems using modern AI frameworks. Key Responsibilities Design and build LLM-powered applications using Python and Generative AI frameworks Develop RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) pipelines and AI orchestration workflows Build and deploy agent-based AI systems using tools such as LangGraph, CrewAI or similar frameworks Engineer scalable AI infrastructure across Azure and GCP environments Implement prompt engineering, model evaluation and LLMOps monitoring Develop AI products including conversational AI assistants, summarisation tools and generative search capabilities Required Skills Strong Python development experience Experience building production LLM or Generative AI applications Knowledge of RAG pipelines, prompt engineering and vector search Experience with agentic AI frameworks (LangGraph, CrewAI or similar) Exposure to LLMOps, model evaluation or monitoring Experience with cloud AI platforms such as Azure AI or Vertex AI (GCP) Desirable Experience Conversational AI or AI assistant platforms Multi-agent architectures Responsible AI, AI ethics or guardrail design Agile / Scrum environments This is an excellent opportunity for an AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, LLM Engineer or Generative AI Engineer looking to build production AI systems and next-generation conversational AI platforms. Apply now to work on cutting-edge generative AI and LLM technologies.

Presales Consultant - M365, Infrastructure & Datacenter - £50,000 + £5k car allow + bonus - UK wide - Hybrid Do you want to progress into the world of Solution Architecture? Work with exceptional leaders who will fully support you on this journey. Have access to loads of training and development? This role would suit a Jnr Presales Solutions Engineer or a Technical Cloud & IT Infrastructure Engineer/Consultant looking to enter the world of Presales Solutions Architecture as full training will be provided and as such this is a great career developing opportunity. Throughout your journey you will be consistently supported in your growth by the wider team of SA's and a great Team Lead who is invested in helping you to be the finished article as soon as possible. As you progress you will be working and supporting more complex designs Key Skills Technical background - M365, Infrastructure, Datacenter Understanding scope to propose a suitable solution from the portfolio. Prepare proposals for approval through the bid review process. Draft the technical design and solution description documentation for a bid or proposal based on standard portfolio documentation. Assist in the production of bids, proposals and tender responses including solution design, solution pricing, and Partner engagement. Working with other technical specialists in a collaborative manner to pull together multi discipline solutions. Follow internal governance process for solution and cost sign off at all required levels. Preparing presentations on behalf of architects or specialists so that the architect or specialist can then present these at client meetings. Support creation of appropriate pricing schedules for contract submission. Presales Consultant - M365, Infrastructure & Datacenter - £50,000 + £5k car allow + bonus - UK wide - Hybrid

Subject - Technical Lead - Full Stack - AWS - Microservices - East Kilbride/Hybrid (4 DPW On-Site) - £50-60K Per Annum Job Title: Engineering Technical Lead Location: East Kilbride Salary: £50-60K Per Annum Benefits: Discretionary bonus, healthcare, pension, life assurance, hybrid working, career development, and regular team events The Client: We're partnering with a well-established, product-led technology business delivering large-scale, high-impact software solutions used across the UK. Their platforms process billions of transactions annually and support critical, real-world systems used by millions of people every day. With a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer delivery, they are continuing to invest in modern, cloud-native technologies and are expanding their engineering capability to support new product development and market growth. The Candidate: This role would suit a highly capable full-stack engineer who enjoys working across the entire technology stack and taking ownership of end-to-end solutions. You will be technically strong and comfortable leading from the front, mentoring others, and influencing technical direction. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges while driving best practices across a team. The Role: This is a hands-on Engineering Technical Lead position, where you will play a key role in designing and delivering modern, cloud-native applications. You will work across a cutting-edge stack, including TypeScript and AWS (CDK), within a microservices architecture, contributing to both Back End services and Front End applications. Alongside development, you will provide technical leadership, helping to shape architecture, improve engineering standards, and support the growth of the wider team. Key Duties: Lead by example through hands-on development and problem solving. Drive architectural and technical decisions across projects. Build and deliver scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions. Develop and maintain systems using TypeScript and AWS (CDK). Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and security. Mentor and support engineers, contributing to team development. Collaborate with Product, Architecture, and DevOps teams. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Ensure systems are designed for scalability, resilience, and observability. Requirements: Strong experience as a full-stack developer (not purely Front End or Back End). Proven expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript. Experience delivering solutions in AWS, ideally using AWS CDK. Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD practices. Experience working with microservices architectures. Ability to design and build secure, scalable, and resilient systems. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices. Experience mentoring or supporting other developers. Comfortable working in Agile environments. Nice to have: (not essential) Experience working within payments or regulated environments. Exposure to banking or financial systems. Experience managing or working with third-party suppliers or offshore teams. To apply for this Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

At Complii, we are on the lookout for a Head of IT Infrastructure to play a key role in shaping, governing, and assuring the organisation s infrastructure estate as we continue to scale through growth and acquisition. This role is focused on resilience, consistency, and technical governance, ensuring our platforms are secure, compliant, and fit for long-term expansion. If you enjoy setting clear infrastructure strategy, holding partners to account, and acting as the technical authority across complex environments, this is a role where your influence will be both broad and deeply felt across the business. You will play a critical role in owning infrastructure strategy, standards, and MSP governance, ensuring services are delivered reliably and consistently across multiple brands and sites. From day one, the priority is strengthening governance, improving visibility, and ensuring infrastructure scales safely and cost-effectively. What you receive for joining us We believe in rewarding technical leadership and accountability, which is why we offer an excellent salary. This includes 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional day off for your birthday, a collaborative and supportive working environment, and the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders who value clarity, resilience, and well-governed delivery. Here is a look at some of the things you will be doing • Defining and owning the infrastructure strategy, architecture standards, and technical roadmap across cloud, network, hosting, and end-user computing • Governing and overseeing the Managed Service Provider, ensuring strong performance management, compliance, risk control, and service assurance • Leading the infrastructure workstream for acquisitions, ensuring consistent, secure, and efficient integration of newly acquired businesses • Acting as the technical authority for infrastructure, resilience, DR/BCP, and platform standardisation across the organisation Can you show experience in some of these areas • Strong experience governing enterprise infrastructure environments, including cloud, identity, networks, hosting, and security controls • Proven track record managing MSPs or outsourced partners, with clear ownership of performance, contracts, and technical quality • Experience defining and delivering infrastructure strategy in a scaling or multi-entity organisation • Strong stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to translate technical decisions into clear business outcomes If you feel you have the skills and drive to make an impact, even if you don t meet every requirement above, we d still love to hear from you. Complii is a leading integrated provider of safety and regulatory compliance services across our water, air, fire, and electrical divisions, supporting organisations nationwide to operate safely, compliantly, and responsibly. This role offers the opportunity to shape a resilient infrastructure foundation and play a key role in the organisation s continued growth.

Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum DOE Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm Acorn is looking for a passionate Cloud Infrastructure Architect who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms. This role requires technical leadership across cloud strategy, architecture governance, infrastructure modernisation, and operational excellence. The architect partners closely with business areas to ensure the cloud environment supports organisational goals and meets enterprise standards. Responsibilities: Develop end-to-end cloud architectures, supporting enterprise workloads, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and automation. Develop a close working relationship with Platform Engineering to ensure robust design and delivery across our cloud platforms Create reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards for cloud environments. Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies leveraging platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. Evaluate new cloud services, tools, and technologies to guide technical direction. Lead the design and implementation of core cloud infrastructure components: virtual networks, identity and access, monitoring, encryption, resilience, and backup strategies. Define infrastructure-as-code patterns using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM. Support migration of workloads from on-premise to cloud platforms following best-practice frameworks Ensure cloud designs adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and architectural governance. Implement Zero Trust principles, network segmentation, encryption, key management, and secure access control models. Partner with SecOps teams to ensure monitoring, logging, and incident response capabilities are embedded Develop automation and service optimisation strategies to improve performance, cost efficiency, and availability. Conduct capacity planning, resilience engineering, disaster recovery design, and performance tuning. Mentor engineers across cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. About you: Requirements: Proven experience across several disciplines; networking, infrastructure, cloud platform and system administration Extensive experience designing and supporting cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or GCP Strong understanding of networking (VNETs/VPCs, routing, DNS, load balancing, firewalls) Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling. Experience with container platforms (AKS, EKS, GKE, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Strong background in identity and access management (Azure AD, IAM, RBAC). Proven experience building scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures. Solid understanding of cloud cost optimisation and FinOps principles Grow with Acorn We bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Earn recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth: Mindful Employer Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities Menopause Friendly accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory Great Places to Work 2024/25 Best Place to Work for Development Best Place to Work for Women Before applying, please know: If your application is successful, we will run relevant employment checks prior to your employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements We can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cloud Infrastructure Administrator, IT Architect, Systems Developer, Software Architect may also be considered for this role.

We're hiring an experienced AI Platform Engineer to design, build and operate a production-grade Generative AI platform powering next-generation intelligent products. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on taking AI solutions from prototype to scalable, reliable services used in real-world environments. You'll sit at the intersection of DevOps, cloud infrastructure and applied AI owning the full lifecycle of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and LLM-powered systems across modern cloud architecture. This role is about engineering, not research. You will architect and run the infrastructure that enables AI to perform securely, reliably and at scale ensuring performance, cost control and operational maturity as adoption grows. You'll work closely with AI engineers, security teams, and product stakeholders to transform experimental models into hardened, production-ready services while shaping a reusable AI platform capable of supporting multiple products. What You'll Be Doing Design and optimise scalable RAG pipelines and vector search systems Orchestrate multi-model AI services with a focus on latency, resilience and performance Productionise GenAI workflows and ensure they operate reliably under real usage Build and run AI services across AWS and Databricks Develop ingestion, embedding and retrieval pipelines Deploy containerised workloads via Kubernetes and Helm Implement Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform Introduce end-to-end monitoring, tracing and alerting for AI workloads Improve inference and retrieval performance while reducing operational cost Establish fault-tolerant, scalable infrastructure patterns Embed security, evaluation and governance into the AI lifecycle Build CI/CD pipelines and automation to support continuous model deployment Create reusable platform components to accelerate future AI initiatives Strong experience in: Cloud infrastructure engineering (AWS-focused environments) Kubernetes, containerisation, and distributed systems Terraform / Infrastructure-as-Code CI/CD, automation, and platform reliability Running production workloads with high availability requirements Plus, experience with one or more of the following: MLOps or ML platform engineering RAG architectures, embeddings, or vector search Model serving, observability or performance optimisation Data / AI workflow orchestration in Databricks or similar ecosystems Why Join? Work on real-world AI systems operating at scale Own platform design decisions and influence long-term architecture Blend modern DevOps practices with cutting-edge Generative AI use cases Be part of a growing, innovation-driven engineering environment Opportunity to define how AI is operationalised across multiple products If you're excited by building the infrastructure that makes AI usable, scalable and reliable in production, we'd love to hear from you. 49914MSR1 INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Senior Software Developer (Contract) 6 Months Outside IR35 Up to 475/day Hybrid (London / Ipswich) We're working with a fast-growing SaaS business looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their agile team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a hands-on role with real influence across architecture, engineering standards, and product delivery. You'll be building and enhancing scalable, cloud-based applications while mentoring others and driving best practices across the team. Key skills: Strong C# / .NET (Framework & Core) TypeScript, HTML, CSS + React or Vue Solid AWS experience (serverless/Lambda ideal) CI/CD pipelines & Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CDK) Strong focus on clean architecture, SOLID principles & code quality API integrations & secure coding (OWASP) The role: Full lifecycle development in a modern tech environment Collaborating with product, QA, and engineering leads Code reviews, mentorship, and technical leadership Supporting live systems & continuous improvement Nice to have: TDD/BDD, PCI/ISO knowledge, VoIP, Python/AI exposure Hybrid working with occasional travel to London or Ipswich (roughly once per month). Great opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering secure, scalable SaaS products.

Job Title: Cyber Security Operations Manager Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Acorn are looking to recruit a brand-new role as a Cyber Security Operations Manager. The Cyber Security Operations Manager will lead the operational security function responsible for protecting the organisation's information assets, technology services, and users. This role oversees all security operation functions, incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, and continuous improvement of the organisation's security posture. Working closely with Infrastructure, Cloud, Architecture, Governance, Compliance and Risk teams, the manager ensures that security operations are proactive, resilient, and aligned with business needs. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the daily operations of the internal Security Operations team and primary relationship with any outsourced SOC solution ensuring 24/7 monitoring and response coverage. Oversee cyber defence capabilities including SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, threat intelligence, and identity protection. Develop and maintain operational procedures, playbooks, and response frameworks. Direct the full incident response lifecycle: detection, triage, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review. Coordinate major incident management with IT Infrastructure, Cloud, and Business teams. Ensure lessons learned are captured and drive meaningful improvement. Oversee the vulnerability management programme, ensuring timely identification, prioritisation, and remediation of risks. Partner with asset owners to ensure patches, configuration hardening, and remediation actions are completed. Support risk assessment processes and provide input to security governance and compliance teams. Ensure the design, tuning, and optimisation of detection rules, alerts, and correlation logic across security platforms. Drive automation initiatives using SOAR to improve response speed and reduce operational workload. Maintain robust coverage across cloud, on premise, network, and endpoint environments. Build capability through training, certifications, and knowledge-sharing programmes. Work with technology, business, and leadership teams to communicate risks, incidents, and security posture. Support audits, regulatory assessments, and customer assurance activities About you: Requirements: Experience managing a SOC or security operations function within a complex enterprise environment. Strong understanding of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and cloud-native security tooling. Knowledge of cyber security frameworks such as NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls. Demonstrated expertise in incident response and threat management. Experience working in hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Grow with Acorn: We bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Earn recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth: Mindful Employer Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 Menopause Friendly accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory Great Places to Work 2024/25 Best Place to Work for Development Best Place to Work for Women Before applying, please know: If your application is successful, we will run relevant employment checks prior to your employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements We can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cyber Security Consultant, Head of Cyber Security, Cyber Security Operations Supervisor, IT Cloud Operations Manager may also be considered for this role.

Head of Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure and Security Full time (35 hrs/wk), permanent Based Horizons (Reading, Berkshire) with up to two days per week working from home Salary circa £60,000 pa plus benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen with the creation of this brand-new role to support our digital strategy at a time of rapid growth for the University. As the Head of Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure and Security, you will be integral in enabling high quality IT services that support an excellent learning and teaching experience. You will provide strategic and operational leadership for the University's cloud environments, infrastructure, networks, and cybersecurity functions, ensuring foundational technologies are secure and scalable. You will manage a team of four and will be essential in providing support and guidance to ensure seamless service delivery. Your accountabilities and responsibilities include: Own and deliver the cloud, infrastructure, and security strategy, ensuring alignment to institutional and digital strategy Oversee technical operations, ensuring stability, capacity, and performance across infrastructure and cloud services Provide expert technical input into change enablement, architectural governance, and project delivery Maintain technology risk registers and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies in place Our main requirements: Relevant cloud architecture certification (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect); security certifications (CISSP/CISM/CCSP) or demonstrable equivalent experience ITIL Foundation or demonstrably equivalent service leadership capability Significant experience in digital transformation, cloud adoption and embedding cloud platforms into business operations Strong knowledge of Azure/M365, identity and access management, networking, compute/storage, backup/DR, monitoring and automation At University of the Built Environment we expect employees to demonstrate our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence and Support. Student satisfaction and success are our main drivers, and our people consistently report high levels of employee engagement; your contribution will be valued should you join us. We are a long-standing and leading provider of supported online education with a long-term ambition to be the world's most sustainable university. At The London School of Architecture, our students study onsite. Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are a priority for us, with flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance amongst some of our key employee benefits. To view the full job specification and to apply, visit the work for us > current vacancies page of our website. Vacancy closes on Thursday 16 April at 17:00. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. We celebrate diversity and the strengths it brings to our staff body, our student community and our Board of Trustees, recognising that people are key to our success. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Principal Site Reliability Engineer - Active SC Required! Up to £100,000 + benefits Wokingham - Hybrid (UK-based) We're looking for a Principal Site Reliability Engineer to provide technical leadership across large-scale, complex platforms. This is a strategic role where you'll shape reliability engineering practices, influence architecture, and drive operational excellence across the organisation. What you'll be doing: Defining and driving SRE strategy, standards, and best practices Architecting highly resilient, scalable, and secure systems Leading major incident reviews and driving organisational improvements Influencing platform and application design at an architectural level Championing automation, self-healing systems, and reliability by design Acting as a mentor and technical authority across multiple teams What we're looking for: Extensive experience in SRE, DevOps, or platform engineering Proven track record of designing and operating large-scale distributed systems Deep expertise in cloud platforms and cloud-native architectures Strong experience with Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, and automation Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels Why apply? High-impact role with influence across engineering and architecture Opportunity to shape reliability strategy at scale Work with cutting-edge technologies in a complex environment

Head of Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure and Security Full time (35 hrs/wk), permanent Based Horizons (Reading, Berkshire) with up to two days per week working from home Salary circa £60,000 pa plus benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen with the creation of this brand-new role to support our digital strategy at a time of rapid growth for the University. As the Head of Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure and Security, you will be integral in enabling high quality IT services that support an excellent learning and teaching experience. You will provide strategic and operational leadership for the University s cloud environments, infrastructure, networks, and cybersecurity functions, ensuring foundational technologies are secure and scalable. You will manage a team of four and will be essential in providing support and guidance to ensure seamless service delivery. Your accountabilities and responsibilities include: Own and deliver the cloud, infrastructure, and security strategy, ensuring alignment to institutional and digital strategy Oversee technical operations, ensuring stability, capacity, and performance across infrastructure and cloud services Provide expert technical input into change enablement, architectural governance, and project delivery Maintain technology risk registers and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies in place Our main requirements: Relevant cloud architecture certification (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect); security certifications (CISSP/CISM/CCSP) or demonstrable equivalent experience ITIL Foundation or demonstrably equivalent service leadership capability Significant experience in digital transformation, cloud adoption and embedding cloud platforms into business operations Strong knowledge of Azure/M365, identity and access management, networking, compute/storage, backup/DR, monitoring and automation At University of the Built Environment we expect employees to demonstrate our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence and Support. Student satisfaction and success are our main drivers, and our people consistently report high levels of employee engagement; your contribution will be valued should you join us. We are a long-standing and leading provider of supported online education with a long-term ambition to be the world s most sustainable university. At The London School of Architecture, our students study onsite. Staff wellbeing and work-life balance are a priority for us, with flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance amongst some of our key employee benefits. To view the full job specification and to apply, visit our careers site: Explore our current vacancies - University of the Built Environment Vacancy closes on Thursday 16 April at 17:00. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. We celebrate diversity and the strengths it brings to our staff body, our student community and our Board of Trustees, recognising that people are key to our success. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Remote (UK) | London preferred This is not a typical Data Architect position. A growing data consultancy is looking to bring in a Databricks specialist who can combine hands-on delivery with client-facing pre-sales involvement. This is a key hire within the business, with a strong focus on long-term impact. If you enjoy working across both solution design and delivery, this role offers a genuine blend of both. The Role You'll be involved across the full project life cycle, from early client engagement and solution shaping through to hands-on implementation. This role requires someone comfortable operating across both technical and commercial conversations. Key responsibilities include: Designing and delivering modern data platforms using Databricks Supporting early-stage client discussions, including solution design, effort sizing, and commercials Presenting ideas and approaches to stakeholders Delivering end-to-end data solutions, from early concept through to production Collaborating with distributed teams Acting as a trusted advisor, balancing technical quality with commercial outcomes What We're Looking For This is an architect-level role, requiring both credibility and recent hands-on experience. You'll ideally have: Strong, recent experience with Databricks in a delivery environment A background in consulting or client-facing project work Exposure to pre-sales or solution shaping activities Good commercial awareness and the ability to assess viable solutions Confidence working directly with stakeholders Technical Experience Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake, PySpark Building scalable data pipelines and modern data platforms Data modelling experience (eg 3NF, dimensional, or similar approaches) Experience with reporting/visualisation tools Programming in Python, SQL, or Scala Exposure to at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Nice to Have Exposure to data governance or cataloguing tools Experience with ML/AI workloads Familiarity with DevOps or Infrastructure as Code Relevant certifications Why Consider This Role? Opportunity to influence both technical delivery and pre-sales direction Work on complex, enterprise-scale data challenges Strong emphasis on hands-on expertise and real-world delivery Collaborative, consulting-led environment

Job Tittle: EUC Architect Location: Belfast, Coleraine, Derry - Londonderry - 1 to 2 days per week onsite Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Circa £45000 - £47,000/Annum Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation in the Information Technology sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced End User Compute Architect to join their dynamic team. This is a hands-on technical architect role focused on designing, improving, and delivering modern End User Compute (EUC) services. You'll play a key role in shaping how staff and students access IT systems-driving innovation across device management, endpoint security, and cloud-based technologies. About the Role: As the End User Compute Architect, you will be at the forefront of implementing innovative deployment methodologies and technologies that elevate our end-user compute services. You will have the autonomy to influence the adoption of emerging technologies and play a vital role in shaping the future of our organisation's IT landscape. Who You Are: You possess expertise in cloud MDM/MAM technologies and have experience with endpoint management and security tools. You have a knack for Scripting (preferably PowerShell) and a background in managing technical delivery teams. You excel in problem-solving and have strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experienced in Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) or Jamf Pro SCCM/MECM (imaging, patching, application deployment) VDI/Desktop as a Service (eg Azure Virtual Desktop) Endpoint Security (AV, EDR, threat protection) PowerShell Scripting and automation Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver modern End User Compute (EUC) services Lead the implementation of device management and deployment strategies Manage and enhance endpoint platforms (desktop, mobile, VDI) Drive adoption of cloud-based MDM/MAM solutions Manage and coordinate defined "evaluation and investigation" activity aimed at supporting and developing the integration and adoption of the use of corporate approved and centrally managed technology platforms and associated configurations. Initiate and execute centralised service management responsibilities, service performance monitoring, design of software and operating system deployment methods and the production of reporting and monitoring procedures relating to end user device security (eg virus and malware threats). Maintain, manage and develop the endpoint management platforms, endpoint security and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, including image creation, deployment and maintenance, application packaging and deployment, deployment of security updates and vulnerability management. Research, develop, promote, and support endpoint management and deployment technologies and associated desktop tools. Continuously seek to automate processes including application deployments and management using major Scripting languages such as PowerShell and batch Scripting. Provide a technical consultancy and support service to ICT support staff and to faculty ICT support staff responsible for the deployment and delivery of staff and student services, via managed roll-out projects. Manage and develop the secure configuration and deployment of tailored policies responsible for ensuring effective deployment of endpoint protection capabilities. Represent the department as a technical liaison with maintenance and service providers to resolve operational problems and to contribute to cyclical customer-supplier reviews. Function as the primary technical resource and trusted advisory for internal stakeholder engagements pertaining to endpoint hardware configuration and life cycle management, corresponding procurement activities, endpoint compliance requirements and application requirements. Create technical content and guidance documentation and deliver training courses and knowledge transfer sessions pertaining to new and improved End User Compute services. Why Join Us? Be a part of a supportive and innovative team where your ideas and contributions matter. Enjoy a competitive salary and the opportunity for professional growth. Work in a flexible, hybrid environment that values work-life balance. If you are excited about leveraging technology to improve end-user experiences and meet the qualifications listed above, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to seize this opportunity to make a real impact! Note: Applications must be submitted through the official application form available at [our client's website]. CVs will not be accepted as a substitute for the application form. Join our client in shaping the future of technology. Your journey starts here! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Technical Consultant - Java Software Development Location: London Contract Type: Permanent Salary: circa £85,000 - £120,000 total compensation (salary + discretionary bonus) Are you a solutions and project focused Technical Consultant with a strong back-end coding background in Java or Python? Do you have excellent people skills and enjoy a focus on client delivery? Are you technology agnostic and enjoy working with different tech stacks? Would you like to work for a boutique consultancy and help with other areas of running a business? Then we have an amazing role for you! Lead end-to-end delivery of mission-critical financial software solutions for global investment banking clients Own component architecture, estimation, and production delivery with full technical and project accountability Work with modern Java technology stacks (Spring Boot, Java 17/21) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Docker, Kafka) Join a collaborative software consultancy with 20+ years' industry experience and genuine startup culture Develop your expertise in financial systems whilst building lasting client relationships across the full project lifecycle Company Overview Our client is a well-established software consultancy specialising in mission-critical systems for investment banks, custodians, and asset managers. With over 20 years' industry experience, they've built a reputation for delivering complex financial software solutions on time and to specification. Projects tend to focus on payments, trading execution, settlements, and securities financing across front and back office across buy and sell-side institutions. They combine deep investment banking expertise with technical excellence, working with some of the world's largest financial institutions. The organisation champions a collaborative, learning-focused culture where technical teams work closely with clients from design through to implementation, balancing the energy of a startup with the stability and credibility of an established business. With 150 staff globally, you would be joining a small team of around 20 in the growing London office. Position Overview As a Technical Consultant, you'll own the delivery of critical software components and workflows for global financial clients. You'll assess requirements, estimate work, and deliver solutions to production either independently or leading small technical teams. This role sits at the intersection of technical leadership and project management, where your ability to manage timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and drive technical excellence directly impacts client success and business growth. Responsibilities Own components or workflows from requirements through to production delivery, ensuring quality and stability Assess technical requirements and produce realistic estimates for work packages and project timelines Lead small sub-teams or pods on specific project deliverables, managing task allocation and progress Evaluate system performance, stability, and maintainability, developing and implementing improvement plans Collaborate with clients throughout the full project lifecycle, from design and development through testing and implementation Communicate work status, risks, and timeline deviations clearly to management and stakeholders Leverage AI tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) to improve productivity and code quality Contribute to technical architecture decisions, selecting appropriate technologies to meet client needs Mentor team members and share knowledge across projects and client engagements Requirements Essential: High-level technical experience (EA/MEA level or equivalent) with proven delivery ownership Strong proficiency in modern Java technology stacks, particularly Spring Boot Experience with cloud technologies and containerisation (AWS, Docker) Solid understanding of databases (Cassandra, Oracle) and messaging systems (Kafka, MQ) Demonstrated project leadership experience with independent task management and timeline ownership Ability to lead high-quality code reviews Ability to estimate work accurately and manage expectations with stakeholders Proficiency with development tools (GIT, Jenkins, Jira, Confluence, GitHub Copilot) Strong analytical skills and ability to assess technical performance and stability Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Proven ability to manage your own time and that of team members effectively Desirable: Experience managing small pods or teams within larger project structures Familiarity with Golang Background in financial services or investment banking systems Experience with Oracle or Cassandra databases at scale How to Apply Please send your CV for consideration. Closing date: Ongoing

Job Title: Principal Developer Team Lead Salary: £51,400 - £68,800 Location: Cambridge/Hybrid Contract: Permanent This Principal Developer Team Lead position offers a pivotal opportunity to shape the technical future of a world-renowned academic organisation. You'll spearhead the migration of enterprise systems to cutting-edge cloud-native AWS architectures, while balancing hands-on technical leadership with people management responsibilities. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role We're seeking a hands-on Principal Developer Team Lead to drive the technical transformation of our Exam Technology Organisation as we migrate legacy enterprise applications to modern, cloud-native architectures on AWS. You'll balance technical leadership with people management, leading a team of 4-8 developers while establishing the foundations for our future technology stack. Your initial focus will be on two strategic priorities: Evolving our SRE function - Building the DevOps infrastructure, automation, and tooling that enables Site Reliability Engineering practices across development and operations teams Advancing our AI development practice - Establishing standards, frameworks, and best practices for responsibly integrating AI capabilities into our education platforms. What You'll Do Technical Leadership Lead migration of legacy applications to cloud-native AWS architectures Build DevOps automation to support SRE practices Establish AI/ML development standards and frameworks Set observability, monitoring, and incident response standards Promote best practices in web, event-driven, and cloud-native technologies Provide technical expertise and oversee code reviews People Leadership Manage and mentor a team of 4-8 developers, providing coaching, development plan Identifying training needs in AI/ML and SRE. Support recruitment and foster a culture of continual improvement and wellbeing. Delivery & Collaboration Deliver software in agile squads Collaborate with architects, SREs, product owners, and infrastructure teams Liaise with stakeholders to identify education sector needs Plan and estimate migrations and feature delivery Coordinate with service management, security, and AWS experts About you Essentialexperience Degree or equivalent Proven technical team leadership Skilled in two or more modern programming languages Experience with AWS cloud and infrastructure DevOps skills: automation, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code Understanding of SRE and observability Experience in web-apps and modern frameworks Strong communicator with technical and non-technical audiences Technical Expertise CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and developer tooling Observability tools, monitoring, logging, and alerting systems Responsible AI practices and governance Event-driven architecture and microservices patterns Software design patterns and scalability best practices Security principles in cloud environments Leadership Qualities Ability to set technical standards and provide thought leadership Experience balancing people management with hands-on contribution Strong mentoring and coaching skills Collaborative approach that builds trust across teams Passion for continuous learning in AI/ML and DevOps Promotes inclusion and continuous improvement You'll be instrumental in our digital transformation, establishing the foundations for reliable, innovative systems that serve millions of learners, teachers, and researchers worldwide. By evolving our SRE function and advancing our AI practice, you'll empower teams to deliver high-performance solutions while responsibly harnessing cutting-edge technologies. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 16th April 2026. As part of the application process you can expect: Two questions to select one answer from multiple options. A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager. First stage interview via MS Teams or in person. You will be provided with a brief to complete a role related task which will need to be returned by email in advance of your interview. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

AI Platform Engineer London Excellent Salary +Benefits Join an award-winning, internationally recognised B2B consultancy as an AI Platform Engineer, owning the cloud-native platform that underpins conversational AI and generative AI products at scale. Sitting at the core of AI delivery, you will design, build, and operate the runtime, infrastructure, and operational layers supporting RAG pipelines, LLM orchestration, vector search, and evaluation workflows across AWS and Databricks. Working closely with senior AI engineers and product teams, you'll ensure AI systems are scalable, observable, secure, and cost-efficient, turning experimental AI into reliable, production-grade capabilities. With further scope of responsibilities detailed below: Own and evolve the AI platform powering conversational assistants and generative AI products. Build, operate, and optimise RAG and LLM-backed services, improving latency, reliability, and cost. Design and run cloud-native AI services across AWS and Databricks, including ingestion and embedding pipelines. Scale and operate vector search infrastructure (Weaviate, OpenSearch, Algolia, AWS Bedrock Knowledge Bases). Implement strong observability, CI/CD, security, and governance across AI workloads. Enable future architectures such as multi-model orchestration and agentic workflows. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience designing and operating cloud-native platforms on AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, CloudWatch). Hands-on experience with Databricks and large-scale data or embedding pipelines. Proven experience building and operating production AI systems , including RAG pipelines, LLM-backed services, and vector search (Weaviate, OpenSearch, Algolia). Proficiency in Python , with experience deploying containerised services on Kubernetes using Terraform . Solid understanding of distributed systems, cloud architecture, and API design , with a focus on scalability and reliability. Demonstrable ownership of observability, performance, cost efficiency, and operational robustness in production environments. Why Join? You'll own the foundational AI platform behind a growing suite of generative AI products, working with senior AI leaders on systems used by real customers at scale. This role offers deep technical ownership, long-term impact, and an excellent compensation package within a market-leading organisation. INDAM The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Angular, Linux, IoT, K8 Southampton (Onsite) 75,000 + generous pension & benefits Are you a Principal Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire. Strong background in TypeScript / JavaScript (Angular). Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration. A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript / Angular). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact (url removed) for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Agile Delivery Manager 12-month Contract - Inside IR35 - up to 600 per day Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham based (must be local to one of these offices) - Hybrid working - 3 days office based Previous experience working on government projects highly desirable Role Context The client is forming a new software engineering team to address a defined backlog of 20-30 items focused on service security, testability, resilience and recoverability. This role is not a coordination-only delivery role. We require a highly experienced Delivery Manager who can operate immediately and sustainably in a hands-on Scrum Master / agile delivery capacity, working directly with engineers on day-to-day delivery. You will work closely with a Senior Technical Business Analyst and Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable before and during active sprint delivery. Core Purpose The Senior Agile Delivery Manager is a technical delivery leader responsible for the hands-on delivery of software within a modern engineering environment. You will: Lead agile ceremonies, Actively manage delivery risks and dependencies, Influence and engage senior stakeholders, and Enable engineering teams to deliver high-quality software outcomes. Recent, applied experience leading software development teams is essential. Statements of capability or aspiration without evidence will not be considered sufficient. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team on a day-to-day basis. Lead sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Actively remove delivery blockers and manage scope, flow and prioritisation. Maintain delivery momentum across a sustained period of active build work. Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work directly with software developers, testers and DevOps engineers. Understand and manage delivery within modern software engineering lifecycles. Engage confidently with technical discussions and trade-offs. Support delivery across complex technical concerns (e.g. resilience, security, recoverability). Senior Stakeholder Influence Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Provide clear, evidence-based delivery reporting. Build trust through consistent delivery performance and transparency. Planning, Coordination & Reporting Maintain and refine prioritised backlogs with Product Managers and technical leads. Proactively manage risks, issues and cross-team dependencies. Use Jira effectively for planning, tracking and reporting at team and initiative level. Complete delivery-related governance and change activity (e.g. ServiceNow). Essential Skills & Experience (Mandatory) Recent, hands-on agile delivery experience with software development teams Operating as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager in active software build Delivery within modern engineering environments, including: o Version control (e.g. Git) o CI/CD pipelines o Cloud-native or platform-based services Strong senior stakeholder engagement and influence Practical experience managing delivery risks, dependencies and complex backlogs High proficiency in Jira (team and programme level) SFIA Level 6 capability demonstrated through applied experience, not role titles Technical Environment (Experience Required) The successful candidate will have worked recently and directly with engineering teams using technologies and practices such as: Cloud platforms (e.g. Azure and/or AWS) as part of software delivery, not migration only Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices Automated testing and quality practices Secure, resilient digital services Desirable Experience Experience with platform engineering or data engineering teams Previous experience working within UK government digital services Use of ServiceNow for delivery/change processes Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Lead Platform Engineer £100,000 - £120,000 Hybrid (London) The Mission Cut dev-to-production lead time with seamless CI/CD and preview environments Design "Golden Path" workflows so engineers ship features, not config files Auto-scale GCP infrastructure to handle Black Friday and January travel peaks Champion SRE practices - define SLOs and error budgets for the booking flow Architect data-sync pipelines with GDPR-compliant PII masking for dev environments Operationalise Vertex AI and Redis to power personalised search and dynamic pricing The Tech Stack We'll consider strong candidates from AWS or Azure backgrounds - GCP is where you'll operate. The must-haves are: Kubernetes (GKE) Docker Terraform PHP (Symfony/Drupal) JavaScript Go Cloud SQL/MySQL Redis Nginx Cloud Load Balancing Varnish CDNs Cloudflare Bonus: GCP, BigQuery, Apigee, Vertex AI About You Proven leadership of Platform, DevOps, or SRE teams in high-volume e-commerce, travel, or fintech Deep Kubernetes and container orchestration experience with PHP/React workloads Strong cloud fundamentals (IAM, VPCs, networking) - transferable from AWS or Azure to GCP Scripting fluency in Bash, Python, or Go Experience managing high-traffic SQL databases and Redis caching strategies A track record of data anonymisation workflows and dev-environment seeding What We Offer £100,000 - £120,000 salary Hybrid working (minimum 3 days in our London office) with flexible hours Enhanced pension plan & life and critical illness insurance Medicash health plan Season ticket loan & cycle scheme Supplier social events Dog-friendly office Interested? Apply here. We'd love to hear from you.