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Principal Network Architect As a Principal Network Architect , you will be a trusted advisor, technical authority, and strategic partner to our clients. You will lead the design of complex, secure, and scalable network architectures, translating business requirements into robust technical solutions. This role combines technical leadership, solution architecture, consultancy, and pre-sales engagement, requiring a strong ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels. You will work closely with customers, sales, delivery teams, engineering functions, and senior stakeholders-guiding engagements from initial concept through to detailed design, delivery oversight and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities Client Engagement & Consultancy Operate as a trusted advisor for key clients and prospective customers (new logos). Engage with stakeholders from C-level executives to technical engineering teams , translating complex technical and business requirements into high-level and detailed technical architectures. Provide expert consultancy on network strategy, transformation roadmaps, best practices, and emerging technologies. Build strong, long-term relationships that support account growth and customer satisfaction. Technical Leadership & Architecture Act as the Design Authority across major programmes, owning the end-to-end technical vision from inception through transition to operations. Architect network solutions across environments of varying scale-from small to mid-sized infrastructures through to highly complex, large-scale enterprise and multi-site architectures-covering LAN/WAN, Wireless, routing, switching, SDN, and security technologies. Ensure all designs are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned to customer requirements, technical strategy, and industry best practices Lead creation of high-quality architectural documentation, including HLA, HLD, LLD, standards, and design patterns. Ensure designs align with industry best practices, compliance requirements, and customer governance processes. Pre-Sales, Bids & Commercial Support Partner with the Sales team during pre-sales engagements to define solutions, scope opportunities, and support commercial proposition development. Lead technical responses for Tenders, IITs, and RFPs , including architecture design, technical writing, risk identification, and pricing model support. Present proposed solutions to senior client stakeholders with clarity, confidence, and technical authority. Collaboration & Delivery Oversight Work alongside multi-disciplinary delivery teams, providing leadership, technical guidance, and assurance during implementation phases. Support project managers and engineering teams to ensure solutions are delivered in line with architectural intent and to the highest quality. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, capability development, and practice maturity across the organisation. Contribute to the identification, design, and development of innovative internal products, frameworks, and service offerings that enhance CACI's strategic advantage, improve delivery efficiency, and support growth across key market sectors. Technology Coverage Across a broad and evolving technology landscape, including: Enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, SDA and Wireless architectures Data Centre end to end solutions Routing & switching technologies Network Security, Firewalls, Zero Trust, SASE/SSE Software-defined networking solutions Cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) - highly desirable Automation, orchestration & Infrastructure-as-Code - desirable What We're Looking For Technical & Professional Expertise Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale network and security solutions across enterprise or service provider environments. Deep understanding of network architecture principles, high availability design, routing protocols, segmentation, security architectures, and cloud networking. Experience acting as the final technical authority or Design Authority on complex engagements. Strong background in pre-sales, tender responses, and solution shaping . Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and senior stakeholders. Consultancy & Communication Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills-capable of producing well-structured technical documentation and delivering impactful presentations. Ability to engage with business stakeholders and end-users to diagnose issues, propose solutions, and provide strategic recommendations. Comfortable representing the organisation independently, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences. Ways of Working Demonstrably collaborative approach when working with sales, engineering, and delivery functions. Self-sufficient, proactive, and comfortable working in high-pressure environments. Experience working within Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid project delivery methodologies. Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry advancements. Desirable Certifications & Skills (Certifications not required but advantageous) CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent expert-level certifications Security vendor certifications from platforms such as Fortinet (NSE), Palo Alto (PCNSE/PCNSA), Cisco Security (CCNP Security/CCIE Security), and Check Point (CCSA/CCSE). Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) Strong understanding of structured delivery and operational frameworks (ITIL, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or similar project/service management certifications) Experience with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc.)

CACI Network Services is a rapidly expanding specialist IT and Networks consultancy offering a wide variety of opportunities to work within challenging and exciting environments with our major clients in Global Media, Banking, Government, Telecoms & Utilities. As a Principal Network Architect, you will be a trusted advisor, technical authority, and strategic partner to our clients. You will lead the design of complex, secure, and scalable network architectures, translating business requirements into robust technical solutions. This role combines technical leadership, solution architecture, consultancy, and pre-sales engagement, requiring a strong ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels. You will work closely with customers, sales, delivery teams, engineering functions, and senior stakeholders-guiding engagements from initial concept through to detailed design, delivery oversight and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities Client Engagement & Consultancy Operate as a trusted advisor for key clients and prospective customers (new logos). Engage with stakeholders from C-level executives to technical engineering teams, translating complex technical and business requirements into high-level and detailed technical architectures. Provide expert consultancy on network strategy, transformation roadmaps, best practices, and emerging technologies. Build strong, long-term relationships that support account growth and customer satisfaction. Technical Leadership & Architecture Act as the Design Authority across major programmes, owning the end-to-end technical vision from inception through transition to operations. Architect network solutions across environments of varying scale-from small to mid-sized infrastructures through to highly complex, large-scale enterprise and multi-site architectures-covering LAN/WAN, Wireless, routing, switching, SDN, and security technologies. Ensure all designs are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned to customer requirements, technical strategy, and industry best practices Lead creation of high-quality architectural documentation, including HLA, HLD, LLD, standards, and design patterns. Ensure designs align with industry best practices, compliance requirements, and customer governance processes. Pre-Sales, Bids & Commercial Support Partner with the Sales team during pre-sales engagements to define solutions, scope opportunities, and support commercial proposition development. Lead technical responses for Tenders, IITs, and RFPs, including architecture design, technical writing, risk identification, and pricing model support. Present proposed solutions to senior client stakeholders with clarity, confidence, and technical authority. Collaboration & Delivery Oversight Work alongside multi-disciplinary delivery teams, providing leadership, technical guidance, and assurance during implementation phases. Support project managers and engineering teams to ensure solutions are delivered in line with architectural intent and to the highest quality. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, capability development, and practice maturity across the organisation. Contribute to the identification, design, and development of innovative internal products, frameworks, and service offerings that enhance CACI's strategic advantage, improve delivery efficiency, and support growth across key market sectors. Technology Coverage Across a broad and evolving technology landscape, including: Enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, SDA and Wireless architectures Data Centre end to end solutions Routing & switching technologies Network Security, Firewalls, Zero Trust, SASE/SSE Software-defined networking solutions Cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) - highly desirable Automation, orchestration & Infrastructure-as-Code - desirable What We're Looking For Technical & Professional Expertise Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale network and security solutions across enterprise or service provider environments. Deep understanding of network architecture principles, high availability design, routing protocols, segmentation, security architectures, and cloud networking. Experience acting as the final technical authority or Design Authority on complex engagements. Strong background in pre-sales, tender responses, and solution shaping . Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and senior stakeholders. Consultancy & Communication Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills-capable of producing well-structured technical documentation and delivering impactful presentations. Ability to engage with business stakeholders and end-users to diagnose issues, propose solutions, and provide strategic recommendations. Comfortable representing the organisation independently, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences. Ways of Working Demonstrably collaborative approach when working with sales, engineering, and delivery functions. Self-sufficient, proactive, and comfortable working in high-pressure environments. Experience working within Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid project delivery methodologies. Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry advancements. Desirable Certifications & Skills (Certifications not required but advantageous) CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent expert-level certifications Security vendor certifications from platforms such as Fortinet (NSE), Palo Alto (PCNSE/PCNSA), Cisco Security (CCNP Security/CCIE Security), and Check Point (CCSA/CCSE). Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) Strong understanding of structured delivery and operational frameworks (ITIL, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or similar project/service management certifications) Experience with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc.) Training CACI Network Services develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development options such as certified training courses, workshops, technical conferences, boot camps, on-line training and much more. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced networking hardware in the industry as well as development of your abilities and talents to become one of the best in the field. Flexibility The key to our success is our teamwork and collaboration. We take a hybrid approach - working remotely and coming into the office depending on the business demand and collaboration required as part of the delivery process. Benefits Competitive salary Target based commission package Matched pension contributions up to 5% Life Insurance Personal Accident Insurance Private Health Insurance from 2nd anniversary Sickness & Disability income protection from 3rd anniversary On site gym membership at our Kensington Office. Equal opportunities CACI is proud to be an equal employer. Embracing the diversity of our people, we are on a journey to build a truly inclusive work environment where no one is treated less favourably due to ethnic origin, age, gender, veteran status, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability or health condition, actively working to prevent discrimination. As a Disability Confident employer, we will: Provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process where requested (contact a member of the recruitment team on to discuss individual requirements further). Offer people with health conditions and disabilities, meeting the minimum criteria for a role, an interview. Our people are unique, and we encourage, and support them, to be confident in contributing to our inclusion journey.

Ever wanted to work on software that protects hundreds of thousands of machines worldwide and lead the architecture behind the code that makes it possible? We're looking for a Senior C++ Software Engineer to join a small, agile team working on mission-critical cyber security software used globally. This isn t just another dev role, you ll combine deep technical C++ expertise with architectural and technical leadership, driving complex features from concept through to release while shaping engineering standards across the team with plenty of scope for career growth on offer. You'll be working on a new greenfield product with a chance to make a huge impact for a company that's won many awards for their culture. What you'll be doing: - Leading design and delivery of complex features in modern C++ (C+) in Linux - Architecting robust, high performance solutions that balance security, maintainability and long term evolution - Technical leadership and mentoring - Driving best practices in tooling, testing, CI/CD, and peer code review to raise overall engineering quality What we need from you: - Commercial C++ experience across the full software development lifecycle - Application development on Linux (or Windows), including memory management and performance tuning and systems level programming - Multi-threading and concurrent programming - Experience designing systems, working on software architecture and leading technical projects Nice to have: - Threat modelling, CI/CD pipeline experience such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps - Visual Studio, WinDbg, gdb, Linux kernel or low level OS interactions What's in it for you? - £50,000 to £68,000 DOE - 9% employer only pension contribution - Flexible benefits package including life assurance - Hybrid working in central Manchester - Genuine opportunity to shape architecture, standards, and technical direction for a global product Sounds interesting? If you're a Senior C++ Engineer who enjoys architectural ownership, technical leadership and building software that safeguards critical systems worldwide, we would love to hear from you.

Ever wanted to work on software that protects hundreds of thousands of machines worldwide and lead the architecture behind the code that makes it possible? We're looking for a Senior C++ Software Engineer to join a small, agile team working on mission-critical cyber security software used globally. This isn't just another dev role, you'll combine deep technical C++ expertise with architectural and technical leadership, driving complex features from concept through to release while shaping engineering standards across the team with plenty of scope for career growth on offer. You'll be working on a new greenfield project with a chance to make a huge impact for a company that's won awards for their culture. What you'll be doing: - Leading design and delivery of complex features in modern C++ (C+) in Linux - Architecting robust, high performance solutions that balance security, maintainability and long term evolution - Technical leadership and mentoring of Junior C++ Engineers - Driving best practices in tooling, testing, CI/CD, and peer code review to raise overall engineering quality What we need from you: - Commercial C++ experience across the full software development life cycle - Application development on Linux (or Windows), including memory management and performance tuning and systems level programming - Multi-threading and concurrent programming - Experience designing systems, working on software architecture and leading technical projects Nice to have: - Threat modelling, CI/CD pipeline experience such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps - Visual Studio, WinDbg, gdb, Linux Kernel or low level OS interactions What's in it for you? - £50,000 to £68,000 DOE - 9% employer only pension contribution - Flexible benefits package including life assurance - Hybrid working in central Manchester - Genuine opportunity to shape architecture, standards, and technical direction for a global product Sounds interesting? If you're a Senior C++ Engineer who enjoys architectural ownership, technical leadership and building software that safeguards critical systems worldwide, we would love to hear from you.

Data Architect Hybrid RCT (South Wales) IntaPeople are proud and excited to be appointed to recruit an experienced Data Architect for a Welsh-based not-for-profit sector client on an exclusive growth project. This is a very exciting opportunity to join their fast-growing Data function in this newly created position. You will be joining the data team as one of the first handful of team members in this area of the business which will work with external partners to build out the organisations data capability offering. As a Data Architect, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure data pipelines and platform that enable them to make data -driven decisions at a enterprise level. Working closely with the Head of Data Engineering you will help grow out this data function with the recruitment of further data engineering resources whilst working closely with solutions architects and Software Engineers. You will also get the opportunity to progress into a leadership role if this suited the individuals desires and capabilities. You will shape, govern and assure the organisation s data architecture, defining, designing and maintaining strategic data models, standards, flows and governance structures that support organisational goals, ensure compliance, foster collaboration across business areas, and enable the organisation to make data-driven decisions Essential Skills Proven experience as a Senior Data Engineer or Data Architect (or similar/related role). Experience with Enterprise level Data sets. Expertise and practical experience in designing and aligning data models across multiple subject areas, applying recognised patterns and industry standards. Familiarity with structured architectural approaches found in TOGAF (data architecture) or equivalent. Proven experience defining and evolving data governance, including data quality, metadata, lineage, and policy assurance across services. Strong capability in data profiling, source system analysis and identifying links across problem domains to define common, reusable solutions. Experience of communicating technical information and data to a non technical audience and working collaboratively with analysts, architects, and product owners to deliver data solutions that meet user and organisational needs. Ability to lead and mentor other team members. Demonstrable knowledge of data modelling and data warehousing within platforms such as Azure or AWS. Practical experience with Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Data Lake (Gen2), Synapse, Event Hubs, and Cosmos DB, within scalable cloud -based architectures. Robust understanding of data governance, data quality, and metadata management. Desirable skills Experience with Azure Data Factory, Databricks, or Apache Spark, following modern ETL/ELT principles. Experience in using Git, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions for version control, CI/CD, and collaborative data delivery. Experience with Big Data. Certification in data architecture or governance frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, DAMA, DCAM, EDMC). Experience of using programming languages such as Python, Scala and SQL Welsh language skills. Key Responsibilities (at a glance): Establish Data strategies and data modelling internally within the data estate Lead the design and oversight of enterprise aligned data models and supporting data architecture, ensuring that all modelling approaches follow organisational standards, recognised patterns, and enable scalable, high quality data flows across services. Provide expert architectural guidance to technical teams delivering cloud based data platforms, ensuring that data integration, modelling, metadata and design decisions align with organisational and enterprise-wide standards Work closely with other business leaders to maintain governance and compliance within their data estate. Work closely with data analysts,data engineering, Enterprise and solution architects, DevOps, and business stakeholders through regular communication and collaborative planning to ensure data solutions are closely aligned with business objectives and effectively meet user needs. Contribute to the development and execution of the Data Strategy by maintaining thorough documentation of data processes, architectures, and workflows to ensure all technical and process information is systematically recorded, updated and data initiatives deliver business value and are aligned with broader technology and organisational goals Research into emerging technologies and upcoming trends Provide oversight to teams building data processing pipelines and integration patterns, ensuring their artefacts are consistent with data architecture principles and metadata strategies. Lead on the introduction of foundational data management capabilities to improve trust, accessibility, and efficiency in an organisation that has limited data management capability, lacks data management practices, including governance, metadata standards, and quality controls. Design, implement, and optimise physical data models that align with pipeline architecture, by using the approach that ensures efficient query performance, scalable storage, and robust integration and delivers adaptable and resource -efficient data processing, meeting the organisation s evolving analytical and operational demands. Managing the aspirations of a variety of stakeholders to enable successful project delivery can be challenging, especially when their priorities may differ or even conflict and require reconciliation to meet business and project needs. What you ll get in return (at a glance) A salary of circa £62,500 - £67,500 (depending on experience) 28 days annual leave + public bank holidays Hybrid working - To be based in their brand new, modern offices 1-2 days per week A flexible working environment Competitive Legal and General pension Scheme (8% employer contribution) 4 x Death in service The opportunity to work on modern and industry changing projects Progression and development opportunities Free Rail travel throughout Wales and discounted throughout the UK Salary sacrifice scheme such as cycle to work, electric vehicle A chance to truly contribute to large scale digitalisation projects within Wales For more information click APPLY now or for a confidential chat call Nathan Handley on (phone number removed). This role is commutable from Swansea, Bridgend, Pontypridd, Cardiff and Newport or surrounding areas.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Salary: Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. This opportunity provides the chance to play a pivotal role within an established QA team embedded within Electronic Engineering with the aim of ensuring all core QA EE activities are met and closely working with Major project Product Assurance Managers across the business, preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth Equipment delivery, assuring reliable products and increasing Customer satisfaction. The Role Review, contribute and maintain Equipment Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to Electronic Engineering BMS procedures is maintained. Ensure Product Life Cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions managed appropriately. Manage Product Non-Conformance. Facilitate implementation of Non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide Non-Conformance data analysis and summary reports into Major Equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues for in house equipment's with the aim of reducing risk and increasing customer satisfaction. Participate in engineering process improvement and facilitate local flash audits providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and competencies within the engineering team& site facilities, bonus scheme and superb learning and development opportunities. What we're looking for from you: Ideally minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance or considerable previous experience in related role. Experienced quality professionals, preferably within Electronic Engineering with a proven track record in Quality Assurance. Practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Good knowledge of the product lifecycle - specifically in development Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and ability to use own initiative to deliver improvements Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Quality Assurance team in Bolton, providing support to both the Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams. Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity? Are you a Quality professional with a passion for problem solving? Working with our Manufacturing & Supply Chain teams you will lead the Quality Assurance activities on one of our complex Weapon System production lines, thereby supporting delivery of UK strategic defence needs. Co-ordinate delivery of the Quality Assurance activities across the Manufacturing Business Units to reduce production programme quality risks. Timely resolution of production line issues, by leading multi-functional teams through application of industry standard problem solving tools and techniques. Lead delivery of assurance activities associated with industrialisation of our production lines. Identify and mitigate production risks through implementation of PFMEA's, Control Plans, Special Process validation, etc. Lead Project Manufacturing Non-Conformance Panels, escalating critical issues to senior management. Ensure implementation of any Project specific non-conformance processes within manufacturing. Conduct non-conformance data analysis to identify trends, root causes and opportunities for improvement. Primary interface to Customer for project contractual deliverables out of our Bolton production facility. Additional role responsibilities: Support the Project team in developing cost effective project planning to assist in on time delivery of all contractual deliverables, whilst meeting MBDA policy and process. Collaborate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise the manufacturing processes. Support the delivery of Product Life Cycle Gate reviews, providing assurance of deliverables and ensuring timely closure of actions. Provide Quality reporting into Project, Manufacturing and Functional Programme Reviews. Drive the Quality culture within the Manufacturing domain to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of the quality strategy and risk assessments. Certify and release product to our customer in accordance with the contractual requirements. What we're looking for from you: Preferably degree educated, or substantial experience in Quality Management Practitioner of current QA problem solving methods (8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, etc.) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Excellent interpersonal skills are essential and able to influence others in a collaborative way. Highly self-motivated, and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks. Position is based at our Bolton site, but will require provision of support at our other MBDA sites. Some travel (both UK and international) maybe required. What's in it for you? The role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of Weapon Systems. What's great about the team? Join a collaborative and supportive team who work together to contribute to a shared ambition to deliver for our Armed Forces and preserve the company's reputation as the leading provider of Missile and Weapon Systems. Achieve all this while maintaining your work/life balance Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Stevenage An opportunity has arisen for an Industrial Manufacturing Engineer professional to join the ISP Procurement team supporting a variety of Mechanical suppliers Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: This opportunity provides the chance to work within a new dynamic quality team, your primary responsibility will be to provide Quality Assurance support to the supply chain team to deliver production hardware, while ensuring adherence to our Customer requirements. If you wish to take on a fresh challenge, then come and join our team as we commence our journey. Ensure effective management of supplier non-conformances across supporting manufacturing teams with defect investigations. Lead root cause analysis of supplier product non-conformances using industry wide problem solving methods. Ensure Supplier corrective actions are effective and validated, ideally at supplier location, to ensure future deliveries are protected from further escapes Provide non-conformance data analysis and summary reports into engineering/senior management and customer reviews. Proactively identify Quality issues/risks relating to potential risks for project milestone achievement, and for quality of deliverables. Identify and offer potential mitigation solutions. Participate in the Project Quality network to report and share the quality assurance status. Support Mechanical Engineering development projects ensuring compliance to Industrial Validation milestones Conduct Quality audits/assessments in line with the surveillance plan and against the Suppliers contracted Quality requirements, reviewing the Supplier's corrective action progress, conducting product acceptance, with the aim of reducing project risk Source inspection at the suppliers where required Opportunity to identify process improvements to aid on time and on quality delivery of products during the product lifecycle; What we're looking for from you: Ideally minimum HNC/HND in Engineering. Experienced quality professionals, preferably within Mechanical with a proven track record in Product Assurance. Practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Working knowledge of APQP, SPC, FMEA and MSA Good knowledge of the product lifecycle. Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and ability to use own initiative to deliver improvements Experience in First Article Inspection Requirements - AS9102 Knowledge of key external standards - EN/AS9100 & NADCAP Experienced in conducting Quality Audits Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information

Stevenage A phenomenal permanent opportunity has arisen to join the Maritime Weapon System Quality Assurance team supporting projects in the development & production phases of the life cycle at Bristol. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: You will play a pivotal role within an established team with the aim of ensuring all core Quality Assurance activities are met, as well as the potential to work with domestic and international colleagues on projects involving transfer of technology. This is an outstanding opportunity to network with and see a large variety of MBDA's functions and activities across all sites. The role will involve working on a multi-national project, as well as with an established Quality network preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth equipment delivery, assuring reliable products in Production and continually growing the happiness of our customers. Review, give and maintain Project Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to BMS procedures is maintained. Act as Key Point of contact for Design (Project Chief Engineer & CDE) for any Hardware concerns at Bolton. Act as External Customer for Product/ Hardware Quality issues/ concerns Customer interface for on and off site Product Acceptance activities Represent Project at the Op's NCRP Level 1 & 2 Act as the Key point of contact for the Project Quality Assurance Manager Represent Project QA at the monthly Operations Management Report on any escapes to our External Customers Ensure product life cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions handled appropriately. Lead product non-conformance and facilitate implementation of non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide non-conformance data analysis and summary reports into major equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues to reduce risk and increase customer happiness. Participate in process improvement and facilitate local flash audits, providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and proficiencies within the Project teams. Provide support to the transfer of technology process. What we're looking for from you: Ideally HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance is desirable, or equivalent work experience Ideally a practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) A high degree of self-motivation, autonomy and ability to work proactively, with excellent organisation, communication & social skills An ability to inspire change, a respectful great teammate, comfortable working in a matrix organization Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and initiative to deliver improvements Ability to understand and respect cultural differences Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Lead OT Cyber Engineer Sheffield - Hybrid Are you ready to shape how OT cyber security is taken to market, not just delivered? Do you enjoy combining deep technical expertise with commercial strategy? Would you like to lead a growing team and define a market-facing OT cyber offering? What's in it for you? 80,000 basic salary 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year Flexible start and finish times - start between 7-10am and finish between 3-6pm, plus Flexi Fridays (manager's discretion) 4.5% employer pension contribution (subject to 5% employee contribution) Employee Health Cash Plan Life assurance Professional membership fees paid (from a pre-approved list) Annual salary review every January Hybrid working from Sheffield What will you be doing? Defining and developing the company's OT cyber security offering Building and managing technology partnerships as routes to market Leading client discovery workshops to identify requirements and business benefits Assessing technical and commercial feasibility to support value-driven solutions Producing clear requirements documentation for internal and external stakeholders Supporting pre-sales activity including customer meetings, costings and formal proposals Defining system acceptance criteria and leading FAT, SAT and UAT approaches Managing scope, changes and variations across projects Supporting change management, training and user adoption Providing data-led insight to improve operational performance and return on investment Mentoring and coaching engineers to strengthen OT cyber capability Managing timelines, resources and delivery across multiple workstreams Developing internal processes, KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives Leading recruitment, onboarding and performance management within the team Where you'll be doing it You'll be joining a long-established engineering group with over 50 years of heritage in digital transformation and system integration. They deliver solutions across energy, nuclear and industrial manufacturing sectors, supporting safe, secure and sustainable operations. With a presence across the UK, Europe and North America, they combine practical engineering expertise with a strong focus on innovation and partnership. What you'll need 7+ years' experience in cyber security aligned to industrial control systems Proven experience delivering complex OT cyber security solutions Strong commercial awareness and ability to translate client needs into practical solutions Experience supporting pre-sales and go-to-market activity Ability to lead workshops and engage confidently with senior stakeholders Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Industrial Control Systems or similar Eligibility for SC clearance We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just apply and we can deal with that later. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.

Senior Project Manager with programme-level delivery, governance, assurance, planning, risk management and budgetary management experience gained working in national infrastructure of defence is sought by a high growth scale up based in Cheltenham. Working at the forefront of national security innovation this Senior Project Manager will take the lead on delivering high value technical projects working in collaboration with industry partners to turn ideas into production ready, market leading solutions. This role would suit a senior Project Manager with a defence or critical infrastructure background who is looking for a more autonomous environment with opportunities to play a key role in projects with national significance. In return this Senior Project Manager can expect excellent career development and training opportunities within a market leading SME. This Senior Project Manager based near Cheltenham should have most of the following key skills: - Strong governance, assurance and risk management skills - Budget management exposure - Experience operating at a senior project or program management level - Experience working in defence, national infrastructure or heavily regulated environments - Leadership capabilities - ideally gained on technical software projects - Experience working closely with software engineers - Excellent stakeholder engagement skills This Senior Project Manager based near Cheltenham - Starting salary of circa £85,000 - Hybrid working (2 days a week in the office) - Extensive personal development scheme - 25 days holiday - Generous pension scheme - Bonus scheme - Private healthcare - Truly autonomous, collaborative culture with extensive growth potential - Regular remuneration reviews So if you are a Senior Project Manager who wants to lead on projects that will positively impact millions of people in the UK please apply now to be considered. Cheltenham

Senior Data Engineer Lancashire Permanent Hybrid Competitive Salary VIQU have partnered with a leading organisation seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their Data and Platform Engineering team during an exciting period of cloud and data platform transformation. In this hands-on role, you will design, build, and deliver modern data platforms within a cloud-first, Data Mesh environment, work closely with product managers, architects, and engineers, take ownership of your projects, and mentor junior colleagues, making a real impact on both the technology and the team. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the design, development, and delivery of cloud-based data platforms and data products as a Senior Data Engineer. • Own the full data product lifecycle, from initial design through to decommissioning. • Build and maintain robust ETL / ELT pipelines using SQL, Python, and modern tooling. • Collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and engineers to solve complex technical and business challenges. • Act as the go-to technical expert for junior engineers, providing mentorship, code reviews, and quality assurance. • Produce clear, well-documented solutions for both technical and non-technical audiences. • Support CI/CD, environment control (dev/test/prod), and effective change management practices. • Contribute to cloud platform development, with a strong preference for GCP (BigQuery), within a Data Mesh architecture. Key Requirements: • 5+ years experience as a Data Engineer with a strong focus on ETL / ELT. • Advanced SQL and Python development skills. • Hands-on experience with DBT, GIT, Terraform, Docker, IAM, and Airflow (Composer). • Proven experience working on cloud platforms ideally GCP (BigQuery), but Azure or AWS also considered. • Strong understanding of Data Mesh, Test Driven Design, and Agile delivery. • Experience with documentation, CI/CD pipelines, and multi-environment controls. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead by example within engineering teams. • Experience supporting mergers, integrations, or large-scale organisational change is highly desirable. Senior Data Engineer London Permanent Hybrid Competitive Salary Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty at (url removed). Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on LinkedIn IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.

Senior Radio Systems Engineer Location: Greater Manchester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year Contract: Full-time Mon-Fri (37.50 hours per week), Permanent Benefits: Medical Cash Plan Life Assurance Discounted Gym Membership Additional Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Radio Systems Engineer to join a growing communications engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled radio engineer who enjoys working across system design, installation, commissioning, and technical oversight for large-scale radio communication projects across the UK and Europe. You will act as a senior technical point of contact for customers, support the Project Management Office, and play a key role in delivering complex radio systems to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Installation & Commissioning Install cabling, mount antennas, and configure RF equipment Program and test Motorola systems Commission PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave infrastructure Preventive Maintenance Carry out PPMs across multiple sites Complete annual inspections and corrective actions Documentation & Reporting Record test results, configuration details, and asset information Upload reports, photos, and documentation to shared systems Collaboration & Support Work closely with the PMO and Technical Lead Coordinate with subcontractors for installation tasks Provide pre-sales support including surveys, system design, and specifications Deliver post?sales support including customer training Technical Duties Diagnose and repair radio equipment from hand portables to base stations Conduct full diagnostic testing using bench and portable test equipment Prepare H&S documentation to meet customer requirements Maintain high technical standards and support knowledge sharing within the team Participate in standby rotas when required General Responsibilities Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times Identify and support revenue generating opportunities Carry out any additional duties as required by management Key Outcomes Deliver exceptional service to all customers Ensure smooth handover of completed installations to the service team Strengthen the organisation s reputation through high quality engineering delivery Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years experience in two way radio communications Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP Experience with DAS (active and passive), VHF/UHF, and cellular systems Ability to detect and resolve RF interference and intermodulation issues Knowledge of 2G/3G/4G in?building coverage techniques EMF testing and ICNIRP compliance experience Proven project design and project management capability Competent in producing H&S documentation Able to work at heights and in confined spaces Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe Strong communication skills and a right?first?time approach Full UK driving licence and valid passport Ability to work independently and as part of a team Desirable Experience with LV electrical systems SCADA / Control & Automation knowledge Understanding of TCP/IP, MODBUS, Profibus, RS232 Experience with Trbonet, Windows Server, SQL Server RF over Fibre experience Duplexer, combiner, and filter tuning CCNA, PASMA, HNC Electrical/Electronics Benefits: Competitive salary Expenses paid Bonus Hybrid Full training and development 23 days Bank Holidays Pension Medical Cash Plan Life Insurance Discounted Gym Membership Career Development Staff events/ incentives Plus so much more . How to Apply: Send your CV to (url removed) Or call Helen on (phone number removed) This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Due to high application volumes, we will only contact you within 14 days if selected for interview. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and consent to Aspire Recruitment keeping you informed about future opportunities.

Role Title: OCI Migration Engineer Location: Wokingham Hybrid - 50/50 Duration: 6 months contract Rate: (Apply online only) per day - Umbrella only Candidates must hold active SC clearance or be eligible and willing to undergo the relevant checks. Role Description: Experienced in delivering complex, multi?stream IT programmes end?to?end, across large cross functional technical teams, ensuring scope, timelines, and outcomes are achieved in line with organisational priorities. Knowledge of and experience in IT networks, security and identity domains is desirable. Accountable for establishing and maintaining programme governance, including decision?making forums, reporting, assurance activities, and compliance with regulatory or organisational standards. Accountable for maintaining, an integrated programme plan (OCI transition plan, OCI apps migration (core apps), apps disposition (non-core apps), network, security & identity, managing critical paths, inter programme and project dependencies, and resource allocation to enable predictable delivery. Accountable for orchestration and outcomes for cross functional workshops, with internal teams, 3rd party suppliers and partners. Accountable for managing senior stakeholders and communication, ensuring clarity of priorities, timely escalation, and alignment across business, technology, and external partners acting as 'the voice' of delivery status and delivery performance. Accountable for programme financial management, including budget setting, forecasting, tracking spend, managing commercial contracts, and ensuring value for money. Accountable for proactive identification and management of risks, issues, and dependencies, driving mitigation actions and ensuring programme stability. Accountable for adopting and embedding appropriate IT delivery methodologies, ensuring teams operate effectively using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid models aligned to programme needs. Accountable for leading and motivating cross?functional delivery teams, ensuring clarity of roles, strong collaboration, and consistent progress towards milestones. Accountable for driving supplier performance and applying strong commercial acumen, ensuring vendors deliver to contracted outcomes, managing SLAs and commercial risks, and securing value for money throughout the supplier lifecycle Accountable for analysing complex information landscapes, using data?driven insights to inform decisions, resolve ambiguity, and maintain programme direction. Accountable for engagement and alignment with business change team, ensuring technology delivery translates into positive organisational / end user outcomes.

Senior RF Test Engineer St Neots (PE19) - Permanent - Onsite £45,000 - £58,000 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shut-down Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave Annual Wellbeing allowance Two pension schemes to choose from Private Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family members Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary Share Save scheme Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme Cycle to work scheme Retail discounts Career development support Come and join our expanding Electronic Warfare Operations Support Group (EWOS) which is made up of 60+electronic warfare specialists. From all manner of backgrounds, our engineers, scientists, and ex-military personnel combine their experience to help our customers achieve the true operational potential and help keep their people and platforms safe. We are building anew team led by our Principal RF Test Engineer at a state-of-the-art test and evaluation facility at our head office in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. You will help plan and support domestic and international trials within the facility, while working with both present and future technology. You will become a SME in the operation of software and hardware models, applying doctrinal methods to simulation scenarios. You will play a crucial part integrating, configuring and verifying performance of a wide range of components used within a laboratory environment. This will involve the generation of test programmes using a variety of test equipment. You will assist in running laboratory trials, ensuring customers can validate the performance of assets within a synthetic test environment. Working autonomously, you will be crucial to ensure the success of key projects, all whilst being supported by our on-site MASS teams. This role works closely with our customers and your knowledge and technical insights will help shape planning, development, integration, and delivery of crucial national and international synthetic trials. The invaluable experience you ll bring , to help us achieve more. Essential: Experience creating test scripts/programmes (e.g. MATLAB, Python, or LabView). Understanding of synthetic testing environments. Operation of test equipment in a laboratory environment (e.g. Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum/Network Analysers). Experience with Direct Signal Injection (DSI) testing. Experience of analogue and digital RF circuitry. Strong background in EW systems and concepts, including radar systems. Working autonomously and tasking junior engineers. STEM Degree or extensive relevant experience / technical aptitude. Desirable: Doctrinal experience with EW systems (e.g. radar, command and control, targeting and effectors). Experience Integration/calibration of hardware and software models into a laboratory environment. Creation of laboratory procedures. Version controlling hardware and software components. Experience working on agile projects. Experience mentoring junior engineers. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals including, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme. Our Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government SC-level security clearance Apply today to see how working for MASS could work for you!

Systems Engineer +SC cleared role +Hybrid working 2/3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 80 - 83 ph We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to lead the delivery of model-based Product Security digital capabilities across a complex, regulated engineering environment. Reporting to the Product Owner - Systems Engineering, you will define and implement the reference architectures, toolchains and technical baselines that enable end-to-end traceability across the Digital Thread - from security objectives and threat modelling through to verification, validation and assurance evidence. This role replaces document-centric practices with authoritative, model-based security engineering across the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Deliver and continuously improve Product Security digital toolchains, including: Threat & risk modelling (STRIDE, STPA-Sec, TARA, attack trees) Security requirements & controls modelling SBOM & vulnerability management Cryptography & key management governance Configuration/change control Verification & validation orchestration Security/assurance case evidence Define Product Security reference architecture and Digital Thread integrations Own roadmap, backlog and delivery planning aligned to enterprise priorities Establish governance, data standards and model quality controls Lead vendor engagement, technology evaluations and service performance Drive adoption of model-centric security engineering across programmes and suppliers Ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks (DO-326A, IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, etc.) Experience Required 10+ years delivering Product Security capabilities in aerospace, defence or other regulated/safety-critical sectors Strong understanding of model-based security engineering and Digital Thread integration Experience integrating modelling, ALM, CI/CD security services and verification pipelines Proven stakeholder, supplier and budget management capability ITIL and Project/Programme delivery experience (APM, PRINCE2, SAFe or similar) SC clearance

Job title: Senior Machine Learning Research Engineer Salary: £64,490 - £86,255 Location: Cambridge - Triangle/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)  Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Shape the future of AI-powered learning solutions with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for Machine Learning Research Engineers to join our innovative Applied AI team. You'll contribute to developing, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge AI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English's products and services.  About the Role  As a Senior Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and advancing AI-powered solutions that enhance Cambridge English products. Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of existing models and the development of cutting-edge technologies that address future business needs.  Key Responsibilities:  Technical lead in designing full-cycle AI solutions, including data collection and pipelines for reusable analysis, and monitoring and maintenance regimes for continuous development.  Research, develop, deploy, and maintain scalable AI-powered solutions for Cambridge English products.  Estimate time, cost and outcomes of technical solutions, and manage risks to ensure prompt delivery. Collaborate with product, validation, and business teams to transform capabilities into impactful product features, while setting appropriate expectations. Plan work and resources, including adoption of new tools, to ensure that the machine learning team stay at the forefront of AI and machine learning trends and position Cambridge as a leader in AI-driven.  Mentor junior team members.  About You  To thrive in this role, you'll have a passion for AI-driven innovation and the ability to turn ideas into scalable solutions.  Essential Qualifications & Skills :  Master's degree (or equivalent qualification and experience) in machine learning or AI/computer science with substantial machine learning component. Proven hands-on industry experience (minimum 5 years, not including internships) in designing, developing, and deploying machine learning solutions in production environments.  Strong track record of successfully translating academic research into real-world applications and products.  Ability to estimate suitability of candidate ML, NLP, LLM, and GenAI technologies for specific scenarios, estimate the time, cost and outcomes of different solutions, and apply effective risk management to ensure prompt delivery  Deep experience in Python and PyTorch/TensorFlow.  Industry experience in building scalable, production-grade AI services and automated data pipelines with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).  Proven ability to collaborate effectively in Agile/Scrum teams and contribute to cross-functional projects.  Exceptional communication skills for articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions.  Proactiveness in communicating issues and suggesting solutions.  Stay current with state-of-the-art research and applying emerging AI techniques to solve business problems.  Ability to supervise a sub-team and mentor junior colleagues (can be developed on-the-job).  Desirable:  PhD degree or equivalent qualifications and experience in computer science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a closely related field.  Experience in applying Natural Language Processing and/or Speech Technology techniques to solve real-world problems.  Experience in applying machine learning to educational assessment and learning solutions  Experience in leading research initiatives, contributing to patents, or publishing papers in machine learning or related AI fields.  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 29 March 2026  although we may close it earlier if suitable candidates are identified. We'll set up interviews on a first-come, first-served basis. 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.

Join us on a transformative journey as a Solution Architect-Component Designer Assurance & AI, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionize our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences. Operational Support Systems (OSS) & Tools is a newly formed functional unit in the Network Product domain at Barclays. The Barclays OSS & Tools Engineering team is responsible for the design, build and operate of the underlying OSS infrastructure and toolchain across cloud, data centre, campus and branch that are required to run the Barclays Global Network at scale. To be successful as a Solution Architect, you should have experience with Demonstrable experience of building high scale observability solutions using open-source tooling like ELK, Grafana, Prometheus, Nagios, Telegraf and others. Knowledge and demonstrable hands-on experience with middleware technologies (Kafka, API gateways and others) and Data Engineering tools/frameworks like Apache Spark, Airflow, Flink and Hadoop ecosystems. Understanding of network technology fundamentals, Data Structures, scalable system design and ability to translate information in a structured manner for wider product and engineering teams to translate into working solution. Some other highly valued skills may include Knowledge of DevOps tooling, GitOps, CI/CD, configuration management, Jenkins, build pipelines and source control systems. Working knowledge of cloud infrastructure services: compute, storage, networking, hybrid connectivity, monitoring/logging, security and IAM. Programming experience in one of the highlevel languages like Python, Java, Golang and NetDevOps automation and AI engineering (GenAI/Agentic AI), API service development. Proficiency in Agile Methodologies Scrum/Kanban, backlog and workflow mgmt. and SRE specific reporting (MTTR, deployment frequency, SLO and others) You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills Location is Knutsford Purpose of the role To design, develop, and implement solutions to complex business problems, collaborating with stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements, and design and implement solutions that meet those needs and create solutions that balance technology risks against business delivery, driving consistency. Accountabilities Design and development of solutions as products that can evolve, meeting business requirements that align with modern software engineering practices and automated delivery tooling. This includes identification and implementation of the technologies and platforms. Targeted design activities that apply an appropriate workload placement strategy and maximise the benefit of cloud capabilities such as elasticity, serverless, containerisation etc. Best practice designs incorporating security principles (such as defence in depth and reduction of blast radius) that meet the Bank's resiliency expectations. Solutions that appropriately balance risks and controls to deliver the agreed business and technology value. Adoption of standardised solutions where they fit. If no standard solutions fit, feed into their ongoing evolution where appropriate. Fault finding and performance issues support to operational support teams, leveraging available tooling. Solution design impact assessment in terms of risk, capacity and cost impact, inc. estimation of project change and ongoing run costs. Development of the requisite architecture inputs required to comply with the banks governance processes, including design artefacts required for architecture, privacy, security and records management governance processes. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.