Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Why work with Inuvi
At Inuvi, our mission is to foster a work environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and strive to create a culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique ideas. Working with us means being part of a dynamic team that is passionate about making a positive impact on our customers and the industry.
Introducing Inuvi’s IT team
At Inuvi, our IT team is dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation and continuous improvement of our systems. The team is responsible for the support, deployment, automation, and maintenance of our infrastructure, ensuring its availability, performance, scalability, and security. Our IT professionals bring a wealth of experience from various backgrounds and work collaboratively with other departments to tackle complex challenges. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, the IT team plays a crucial role in driving Inuvi's success and delivering exceptional value to our customers.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Analyst to be responsible for the support, deployment, automation and maintenance of our systems whilst ensuring their availability, performance scalability and security. You must have proven “hands on” experience in a similar role with a good understanding of IT Infrastructure both on premise and in the cloud; which includes a good understanding of DevOps engineering practices. As a small team our roles are broad which will enable your involvement in a range of technologies and projects and foster opportunities for your personal growth.
You must be able to demonstrate real world experience of IT infrastructure both on-premise and in the AWS cloud which includes:
Good working knowledge of on-premises server infrastructure including Hyper-V servers, storage arrays, switches and firewalls.
An excellent understanding of AWS, and a wealth of practical hands-on real-world experience using the core services (EC2, CloudWatch, IAM, RDS, S3 etc at a minimum)
An excellent understanding of networking principles and technologies (subnets, VLANs and routing)
A good understanding of development pipelines and the technologies used to implement them in AWS and/or Azure
Experience using Docker containers
Good working knowledge of Linux and Windows server administration and support
Experience with JIRA, Bitbucket/Git
Proficiency at scripting (especially PowerShell)
A good understanding of database technologies (MySQL in particular) and experience administering them
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to produce documentation to a high standard
Ability to troubleshoot in a logical manner with a pro-active approach, spot potential problems, escalate and react when necessary
Ability to deal competently with pressure and be able to prioritise workload
Effective collaboration with other members of the IT team and wider business
In return, we will ensure you have:
Very competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays) for some well-deserved time off
Opportunity to purchase an additional holiday each year
Pension contributions of 5%
Annual wellbeing health check
Health Shield cash plan
Death in service benefit
Cycle to work scheme
What happens next
After receiving your application, our team will review it and inform you of the next steps. If you are selected for the next stage, we will schedule an introductory Teams call to provide more information about our company, learn more about you, and understand your expectations. This will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. Please choose a time when you can be in a quiet place without distractions.
Depending on the outcome of the call, the following stage will involve a face-to-face interview at our Wokingham office, which will also include practical technical questions.
We understand the effort required to apply for a new job and value your time. We look forward to reviewing your application.
This is an office-based role in Wokingham, Berkshire (RG41) and therefore candidates need to be located within a commutable distance to the office. We will not consider candidates who need to relocate to be nearer the office.
14/02/2025
Full time
Why work with Inuvi
At Inuvi, our mission is to foster a work environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and strive to create a culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique ideas. Working with us means being part of a dynamic team that is passionate about making a positive impact on our customers and the industry.
Introducing Inuvi’s IT team
At Inuvi, our IT team is dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation and continuous improvement of our systems. The team is responsible for the support, deployment, automation, and maintenance of our infrastructure, ensuring its availability, performance, scalability, and security. Our IT professionals bring a wealth of experience from various backgrounds and work collaboratively with other departments to tackle complex challenges. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, the IT team plays a crucial role in driving Inuvi's success and delivering exceptional value to our customers.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Analyst to be responsible for the support, deployment, automation and maintenance of our systems whilst ensuring their availability, performance scalability and security. You must have proven “hands on” experience in a similar role with a good understanding of IT Infrastructure both on premise and in the cloud; which includes a good understanding of DevOps engineering practices. As a small team our roles are broad which will enable your involvement in a range of technologies and projects and foster opportunities for your personal growth.
You must be able to demonstrate real world experience of IT infrastructure both on-premise and in the AWS cloud which includes:
Good working knowledge of on-premises server infrastructure including Hyper-V servers, storage arrays, switches and firewalls.
An excellent understanding of AWS, and a wealth of practical hands-on real-world experience using the core services (EC2, CloudWatch, IAM, RDS, S3 etc at a minimum)
An excellent understanding of networking principles and technologies (subnets, VLANs and routing)
A good understanding of development pipelines and the technologies used to implement them in AWS and/or Azure
Experience using Docker containers
Good working knowledge of Linux and Windows server administration and support
Experience with JIRA, Bitbucket/Git
Proficiency at scripting (especially PowerShell)
A good understanding of database technologies (MySQL in particular) and experience administering them
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to produce documentation to a high standard
Ability to troubleshoot in a logical manner with a pro-active approach, spot potential problems, escalate and react when necessary
Ability to deal competently with pressure and be able to prioritise workload
Effective collaboration with other members of the IT team and wider business
In return, we will ensure you have:
Very competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays) for some well-deserved time off
Opportunity to purchase an additional holiday each year
Pension contributions of 5%
Annual wellbeing health check
Health Shield cash plan
Death in service benefit
Cycle to work scheme
What happens next
After receiving your application, our team will review it and inform you of the next steps. If you are selected for the next stage, we will schedule an introductory Teams call to provide more information about our company, learn more about you, and understand your expectations. This will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. Please choose a time when you can be in a quiet place without distractions.
Depending on the outcome of the call, the following stage will involve a face-to-face interview at our Wokingham office, which will also include practical technical questions.
We understand the effort required to apply for a new job and value your time. We look forward to reviewing your application.
This is an office-based role in Wokingham, Berkshire (RG41) and therefore candidates need to be located within a commutable distance to the office. We will not consider candidates who need to relocate to be nearer the office.
AWS DevOps Engineer Salary: £45-£65K Hybrid: 2-3 days a month in the office (2-3 days a week if London-based) Start: April 1st Must hold ACTIVE SC Clearance A prominent digital transformation firm is recruiting an accomplished, Security Cleared (SC Cleared) AWS DevOps Engineer to develop, construct, and sustain robust cloud infrastructure alongside automation pipelines for critical client initiatives. The position entails taking charge of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and deployment automation in protected, regulated settings-mainly aiding public sector projects. We need a practical specialist in AWS, versed in DevSecOps methodologies, with proven success in providing dependable, scalable systems. Key Responsibilities Develop and sustain secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines leveraging GitLab or GitHub. Oversee IaC implementations via Terraform to create reproducible, standards-compliant setups. Automate build, test, and deployment processes to guarantee uniform, dependable outcomes. Integrate OWASP security guidelines and DevSecOps approaches throughout the entire delivery process. Provision and operate containerised applications through Kubernetes or AWS options like ECS/EKS. Track infrastructure health and uptime, establishing forward-looking alerts and logging mechanisms. Work alongside diverse teams to integrate DevOps functions and promote ongoing enhancements. Assist in resolving infrastructure and deployment challenges in live and test environments. Requirements Active SC clearance (essential). Extensive practical AWS background (compute, networking, security capabilities). Strong skills in GitLab or GitHub for source control and pipeline orchestration. Established Terraform proficiency for IaC deployments. In-depth Kubernetes expertise in cloud-based operations. Firm understanding of OWASP principles integrated into CI/CD and infrastructure planning. Proficiency in Scripting with Python, Bash, or PowerShell. Track record in Agile settings, aiding varied technical squads. Desirable AWS credentials (eg, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or Solutions Architect). Prior involvement with public sector or controlled sectors.
12/03/2026
Full time
AWS DevOps Engineer Salary: £45-£65K Hybrid: 2-3 days a month in the office (2-3 days a week if London-based) Start: April 1st Must hold ACTIVE SC Clearance A prominent digital transformation firm is recruiting an accomplished, Security Cleared (SC Cleared) AWS DevOps Engineer to develop, construct, and sustain robust cloud infrastructure alongside automation pipelines for critical client initiatives. The position entails taking charge of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and deployment automation in protected, regulated settings-mainly aiding public sector projects. We need a practical specialist in AWS, versed in DevSecOps methodologies, with proven success in providing dependable, scalable systems. Key Responsibilities Develop and sustain secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines leveraging GitLab or GitHub. Oversee IaC implementations via Terraform to create reproducible, standards-compliant setups. Automate build, test, and deployment processes to guarantee uniform, dependable outcomes. Integrate OWASP security guidelines and DevSecOps approaches throughout the entire delivery process. Provision and operate containerised applications through Kubernetes or AWS options like ECS/EKS. Track infrastructure health and uptime, establishing forward-looking alerts and logging mechanisms. Work alongside diverse teams to integrate DevOps functions and promote ongoing enhancements. Assist in resolving infrastructure and deployment challenges in live and test environments. Requirements Active SC clearance (essential). Extensive practical AWS background (compute, networking, security capabilities). Strong skills in GitLab or GitHub for source control and pipeline orchestration. Established Terraform proficiency for IaC deployments. In-depth Kubernetes expertise in cloud-based operations. Firm understanding of OWASP principles integrated into CI/CD and infrastructure planning. Proficiency in Scripting with Python, Bash, or PowerShell. Track record in Agile settings, aiding varied technical squads. Desirable AWS credentials (eg, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or Solutions Architect). Prior involvement with public sector or controlled sectors.
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling The Cross Cutting Engineering team at Engine is the backbone of our innovation. We're dedicated to building and maintaining the reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure and tooling that powers our entire software delivery pipeline - from the first line of code to seamless production deployment and ongoing operations. We own the lifecycle of our features, tackling complex challenges with a first-principles approach and fostering a multi-disciplinary environment where you're encouraged to explore and contribute across the platform. As a Platform Engineer at Engine, you'll be at the forefront of building and scaling our cutting-edge cloud-native banking platform across multiple global cloud providers and regions. We're looking for engineers with a strong SRE mindset, who embrace ownership of the entire software delivery pipeline, and are passionate about building internal tooling that empowers our technology teams to operate their applications flawlessly in production. Don't worry if you don't tick every box below! We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work across multiple disciplines. If you're excited by the challenges of building and operating a global, cloud-native platform, we encourage you to apply. We have a great team - read about our work with Women In Tech , a Day in the life of a Software Engineer at Engine, our interview with our Staff Platform Engineer and our shiny new Engineering careers page What you'll get to do? Building and Scaling Cloud Infrastructure: Design, build, and maintain our cloud infrastructure across multiple providers (including but not limited to GCP) and regions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Building on Google Cloud: Contribute to the build-out and optimisation of our core "Engine" on Google Cloud Platform using Java and Kubernetes. Scaling our SaaS Release Tooling: Enhance and improve our multi-tenant, multi-region SaaS release and continuous deployment systems using Java, Golang, and Terraform at its core. Empowering Developers: Develop and maintain internal tooling using Java and Golang to improve developer experience and on-call efficiency. Automating Compliance and Security: Build automation solutions in Golang to enforce compliance and security controls across our platform. Driving Efficiency: Optimise the performance and reliability of our cloud environment with a strong focus on cost-effectiveness. Embracing Automation: Identify and implement automation opportunities to minimise manual processes across the platform lifecycle. Ensuring Security: Implement and maintain robust security practices to protect our platform and customer data. Championing Best Practices: Stay abreast of new technologies and industry changes, particularly in SRE practices and deployment automation, and share your knowledge with the team. Maintaining Compliance: Contribute to ensuring our platform adheres to relevant industry standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS. Collaborating and Learning: Work closely with cross-functional teams, share your expertise, and contribute to our vibrant learning culture. Aiming for Greatness: Strive for excellence in everything you do, maintaining a curious and inquisitive mindset. Documenting Solutions: Design and document scalable internal tooling clearly and comprehensively. Taking Ownership: Own features and improvements throughout their entire lifecycle. Participate in on-call: The option to join our on-call rota (not mandatory!) to deal with interesting technical issues and gain deep insights into our platform's behavior. Your place within the team will depend on your individual strengths and interests. Requirements We are generally open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. For this role, we are looking for some specific additional skills - if you prefer Java only roles be sure to check out our other Software Engineer roles. What skills are essential Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar role. Strong proficiency in Golang and/or Java (if you have experience with only one of these that's fine, we'll expect you to pick up the other up whilst you're here!). Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding and practical experience with Kubernetes. Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools. Deep understanding of SRE principles and practices, including monitoring, alerting, incident management, and capacity planning. A strong focus on automation and a passion for eliminating manual tasks. Experience with building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong collaboration and communication skills. A proactive and continuous learning mindset. Ability to design and document technical solutions effectively. What skills are desirable Experience with other cloud providers, particularly AWS. Contributions to open-source projects. Experience with database technologies, particularly Postgres. Familiarity with observability and monitoring systems, and a solid understanding of database monitoring, analysis, disaster recovery, and performance tuning. Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS is a plus. Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion . click apply for full job details
12/03/2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling The Cross Cutting Engineering team at Engine is the backbone of our innovation. We're dedicated to building and maintaining the reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure and tooling that powers our entire software delivery pipeline - from the first line of code to seamless production deployment and ongoing operations. We own the lifecycle of our features, tackling complex challenges with a first-principles approach and fostering a multi-disciplinary environment where you're encouraged to explore and contribute across the platform. As a Platform Engineer at Engine, you'll be at the forefront of building and scaling our cutting-edge cloud-native banking platform across multiple global cloud providers and regions. We're looking for engineers with a strong SRE mindset, who embrace ownership of the entire software delivery pipeline, and are passionate about building internal tooling that empowers our technology teams to operate their applications flawlessly in production. Don't worry if you don't tick every box below! We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work across multiple disciplines. If you're excited by the challenges of building and operating a global, cloud-native platform, we encourage you to apply. We have a great team - read about our work with Women In Tech , a Day in the life of a Software Engineer at Engine, our interview with our Staff Platform Engineer and our shiny new Engineering careers page What you'll get to do? Building and Scaling Cloud Infrastructure: Design, build, and maintain our cloud infrastructure across multiple providers (including but not limited to GCP) and regions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Building on Google Cloud: Contribute to the build-out and optimisation of our core "Engine" on Google Cloud Platform using Java and Kubernetes. Scaling our SaaS Release Tooling: Enhance and improve our multi-tenant, multi-region SaaS release and continuous deployment systems using Java, Golang, and Terraform at its core. Empowering Developers: Develop and maintain internal tooling using Java and Golang to improve developer experience and on-call efficiency. Automating Compliance and Security: Build automation solutions in Golang to enforce compliance and security controls across our platform. Driving Efficiency: Optimise the performance and reliability of our cloud environment with a strong focus on cost-effectiveness. Embracing Automation: Identify and implement automation opportunities to minimise manual processes across the platform lifecycle. Ensuring Security: Implement and maintain robust security practices to protect our platform and customer data. Championing Best Practices: Stay abreast of new technologies and industry changes, particularly in SRE practices and deployment automation, and share your knowledge with the team. Maintaining Compliance: Contribute to ensuring our platform adheres to relevant industry standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS. Collaborating and Learning: Work closely with cross-functional teams, share your expertise, and contribute to our vibrant learning culture. Aiming for Greatness: Strive for excellence in everything you do, maintaining a curious and inquisitive mindset. Documenting Solutions: Design and document scalable internal tooling clearly and comprehensively. Taking Ownership: Own features and improvements throughout their entire lifecycle. Participate in on-call: The option to join our on-call rota (not mandatory!) to deal with interesting technical issues and gain deep insights into our platform's behavior. Your place within the team will depend on your individual strengths and interests. Requirements We are generally open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. For this role, we are looking for some specific additional skills - if you prefer Java only roles be sure to check out our other Software Engineer roles. What skills are essential Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar role. Strong proficiency in Golang and/or Java (if you have experience with only one of these that's fine, we'll expect you to pick up the other up whilst you're here!). Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid understanding and practical experience with Kubernetes. Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools. Deep understanding of SRE principles and practices, including monitoring, alerting, incident management, and capacity planning. A strong focus on automation and a passion for eliminating manual tasks. Experience with building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong collaboration and communication skills. A proactive and continuous learning mindset. Ability to design and document technical solutions effectively. What skills are desirable Experience with other cloud providers, particularly AWS. Contributions to open-source projects. Experience with database technologies, particularly Postgres. Familiarity with observability and monitoring systems, and a solid understanding of database monitoring, analysis, disaster recovery, and performance tuning. Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI-DSS is a plus. Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion . click apply for full job details
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, and is the technology that was built to power Starling Bank. Engine split out as a separate business in early 2024. Starling Bank has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling The Cross Cutting Engineering team at Engine is the backbone of our innovation. We're dedicated to building and maintaining the reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure and tooling that powers our entire software delivery pipeline - from the first line of code to seamless production deployment and ongoing operations. We own the lifecycle of our features, tackling complex challenges with a first-principles approach and fostering a multi-disciplinary environment where you're encouraged to explore and contribute across the platform. At Engine, we take the battle-tested banking technology pioneered by Starling Bank and re-engineer it for the global SaaS market. We currently manage multiple clients on a SaaS basis, and as our client list grows, so does the complexity of our infrastructure. The Mission: Database Manager & Replication Manager We don't believe in manual intervention. While our DBAs take over all responsibility of our PostgreSQL estate, our mission is to build the software layer that makes the "human-in-the-loop" obsolete and empower our technology teams to operate their own databases. We are building the next generation of tooling to manage a massive, multi-tenant estate where automation is the only way to scale. We are forming a new team (hiring for various levels of experience, from Senior through to Principal) to lead a multi-year roadmap focused on the development and evolution of two critical proprietary products: Database Manager: Our central orchestration platform and control plane. It integrates into our internal developer portal to handle ad-hoc maintenance - such as running VACUUMs, managing credential rotation, and terminating slow queries through a clean UI, ensuring no one ever needs direct access to a production database instance. Replication Manager: Our bespoke logical replication service. This system orchestrates and monitors data streaming, allowing us to perform major version upgrades and cross-tenant migrations with only seconds of downtime. We are solving difficult problems at scale, including the exploration of cloud native solutions to allow for a truly cross-cloud database infrastructure. Your goal is to ensure that, as we onboard more global clients, our database infrastructure remains stable, resilient, and autonomous. What you'll get to do Scale for Multi-Tenancy: Design and develop Java-based services within Database Manager to manage an ever-growing number of isolated database estates for our SaaS clients. Evolve Replication Manager: Enhance our data streaming orchestration to ensure "Zero-Downtime" transitions and migrations are seamless across a global footprint. Architect Cross-Cloud Portability: Work with cloud native solutions to build a database layer that is cloud-agnostic, allowing Engine to deploy reliably across different providers. Eliminate Manual Toil: Build high-level abstractions for complex maintenance tasks, ensuring the system proactively heals and maintains itself. Execute a Multi-Year Roadmap: Contribute to the long-term technical strategy of how Engine handles mission-critical data at a global scale. What we're looking for A Software Engineer First: You have deep expertise in Java working with JDBC, and enjoy building robust, testable, and maintainable backend services. You will be well versed in relational modelling and crafting clean DDL. Distributed Systems Enthusiast: You are excited by the challenge of "multi-everything"- multi-tenant, multi-region, and multi-cloud. PostgreSQL & Kubernetes Interest: You understand (or want to learn) the internals of Postgres and how to run it natively on Kubernetes. Systems Thinker: You have a natural "reluctance for manual implementation" and believe that infrastructure should be managed via code and APIs. A Security Mindset: Security is paramount when it comes to the storage and handling of data - we do not allow DBAs or engineers access to production data. Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing Why join Engine? This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of Software Engineering and Database Internals. You aren't just a user of the cloud; you are building the engine that makes the cloud work for the next generation of global banking. With multiple clients already live and a significant roadmap ahead, the impact of your code will be felt by millions of customers worldwide. Don't worry if you don't tick every box below! We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work across multiple disciplines. If you're excited by the challenges of building and operating a global, cloud-native platform, we encourage you to apply. We have a great team - read about our work with Women In Tech , a Day in the life of a Software Engineer at Engine and our interview with our Staff Platform Engineer . Requirements Benefits
12/03/2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, and is the technology that was built to power Starling Bank. Engine split out as a separate business in early 2024. Starling Bank has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling The Cross Cutting Engineering team at Engine is the backbone of our innovation. We're dedicated to building and maintaining the reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure and tooling that powers our entire software delivery pipeline - from the first line of code to seamless production deployment and ongoing operations. We own the lifecycle of our features, tackling complex challenges with a first-principles approach and fostering a multi-disciplinary environment where you're encouraged to explore and contribute across the platform. At Engine, we take the battle-tested banking technology pioneered by Starling Bank and re-engineer it for the global SaaS market. We currently manage multiple clients on a SaaS basis, and as our client list grows, so does the complexity of our infrastructure. The Mission: Database Manager & Replication Manager We don't believe in manual intervention. While our DBAs take over all responsibility of our PostgreSQL estate, our mission is to build the software layer that makes the "human-in-the-loop" obsolete and empower our technology teams to operate their own databases. We are building the next generation of tooling to manage a massive, multi-tenant estate where automation is the only way to scale. We are forming a new team (hiring for various levels of experience, from Senior through to Principal) to lead a multi-year roadmap focused on the development and evolution of two critical proprietary products: Database Manager: Our central orchestration platform and control plane. It integrates into our internal developer portal to handle ad-hoc maintenance - such as running VACUUMs, managing credential rotation, and terminating slow queries through a clean UI, ensuring no one ever needs direct access to a production database instance. Replication Manager: Our bespoke logical replication service. This system orchestrates and monitors data streaming, allowing us to perform major version upgrades and cross-tenant migrations with only seconds of downtime. We are solving difficult problems at scale, including the exploration of cloud native solutions to allow for a truly cross-cloud database infrastructure. Your goal is to ensure that, as we onboard more global clients, our database infrastructure remains stable, resilient, and autonomous. What you'll get to do Scale for Multi-Tenancy: Design and develop Java-based services within Database Manager to manage an ever-growing number of isolated database estates for our SaaS clients. Evolve Replication Manager: Enhance our data streaming orchestration to ensure "Zero-Downtime" transitions and migrations are seamless across a global footprint. Architect Cross-Cloud Portability: Work with cloud native solutions to build a database layer that is cloud-agnostic, allowing Engine to deploy reliably across different providers. Eliminate Manual Toil: Build high-level abstractions for complex maintenance tasks, ensuring the system proactively heals and maintains itself. Execute a Multi-Year Roadmap: Contribute to the long-term technical strategy of how Engine handles mission-critical data at a global scale. What we're looking for A Software Engineer First: You have deep expertise in Java working with JDBC, and enjoy building robust, testable, and maintainable backend services. You will be well versed in relational modelling and crafting clean DDL. Distributed Systems Enthusiast: You are excited by the challenge of "multi-everything"- multi-tenant, multi-region, and multi-cloud. PostgreSQL & Kubernetes Interest: You understand (or want to learn) the internals of Postgres and how to run it natively on Kubernetes. Systems Thinker: You have a natural "reluctance for manual implementation" and believe that infrastructure should be managed via code and APIs. A Security Mindset: Security is paramount when it comes to the storage and handling of data - we do not allow DBAs or engineers access to production data. Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing Why join Engine? This is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of Software Engineering and Database Internals. You aren't just a user of the cloud; you are building the engine that makes the cloud work for the next generation of global banking. With multiple clients already live and a significant roadmap ahead, the impact of your code will be felt by millions of customers worldwide. Don't worry if you don't tick every box below! We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work across multiple disciplines. If you're excited by the challenges of building and operating a global, cloud-native platform, we encourage you to apply. We have a great team - read about our work with Women In Tech , a Day in the life of a Software Engineer at Engine and our interview with our Staff Platform Engineer . Requirements Benefits
Location Bristol Regional Centre - 3 Glass Wharf Newcastle Upon Tyne - Benton Park View Worthing - Teville Gate House Leeds Regional Centre - Wellington Place Stratford Regional Centre - Westfield Avenue Telford - Plaza 1 and 2 Cardiff Regional Centre - Ty William Morgan East Kilbride - Queensway House Edinburgh Regional Centre - Queen Elizabeth House Glasgow Regional Centre - Atlantic Square Liverpool Regional Centre - Water Street Salford - Trinity Bridge House About the job Job summary Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. Shape the Future of HMRC's Technology Platforms. The Chief Engineering and Platform Office (CEPO) are leading HMRC's technology transformation - simplifying systems, modernising IT delivery, and creating a future-ready digital landscape. Our mission is to reduce complexity by consolidating applications and adopting scalable, service-based solutions from trusted commercial partners. CEPO ensures HMRC's business groups, products, and services are supported by robust, secure, and innovative infrastructure. We set the direction, lead governance, and guarantee that every live service meets the highest standards - enabling efficient, reliable, and user-focused digital experiences for millions of customers. About the Teams Successful candidates will join one of three specialist teams within CEPO: Enterprise Cloud Services (ECS) - ECS delivers secure, scalable cloud platforms that underpin HMRC's digital services. With a broad customer base and diverse requirements, ECS provides foundational infrastructure that enables other teams, including EIS, to build and innovate. Enterprise Integration Services (EIS) - EIS ensures seamless connectivity and data flow across HMRC's systems. Acting as a consumer of ECS, EIS plays a critical role in driving integration standards and enabling interoperability across platforms. Contact Engagement Platform (CEP) - Build and run the core platforms that underpin HMRC's customer facing digital services. Further, CEP sets engineering standards and drives platform excellence across HMRC, ensuring consistency, resilience, and innovation in every solution we deliver. Job description As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer, you will manage infrastructure services and lead teams to design, build, and support complex infrastructure solutions. You will oversee programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and operational integrity. This role requires expert-level technical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to anticipate future technological trends. Person specification We seek a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and hands-on experience managing large-scale cloud infrastructure projects. You will lead by example in delivering code in critical projects to a high standard. You will also bring excellent communication skills and an ability to influence at senior levels, alongside a strong understanding of modern development standards and security practices. You will provide technical leadership, manage third-party suppliers, and ensure systems integration standards are applied effectively. Other responsibilities include defining strategic roadmaps, managing resources, driving continuous improvement, and embedding security controls into all solutions. You will lead others in applying modern development standards and troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple technology domains. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation, and administration of complex Cloud infrastructure solutions and services. Establish standards and procedures for systems integration across the service lifecycle. Define and maintain strategic technology roadmaps for infrastructure services. Interact with, read, and write code to support automation and baseline repair activities. Design solutions with embedded security controls to mitigate security threats. Establish standards and procedures for systems integration across the service lifecycle. Manage planning and coordination of system and acceptance tests, including functional and non-functional specifications. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues using lateral thinking across computing, storage, networking, and software. Lead teams in applying modern development standards and best practices. Mentor and guide infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement. Essential Criteria Expert knowledge of IT infrastructure and ability to lead teams in secure by design implementations. Ability to identify and apply modern development standards and lead others in applying them. Experience establishing standards and procedures for systems integration. Proven leadership and mentoring skills with a focus on continuous improvement. An ability to read and write code and perform basic remediation activities. Experience managing system and acceptance test planning and providing authoritative advice.
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Bristol Regional Centre - 3 Glass Wharf Newcastle Upon Tyne - Benton Park View Worthing - Teville Gate House Leeds Regional Centre - Wellington Place Stratford Regional Centre - Westfield Avenue Telford - Plaza 1 and 2 Cardiff Regional Centre - Ty William Morgan East Kilbride - Queensway House Edinburgh Regional Centre - Queen Elizabeth House Glasgow Regional Centre - Atlantic Square Liverpool Regional Centre - Water Street Salford - Trinity Bridge House About the job Job summary Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. Shape the Future of HMRC's Technology Platforms. The Chief Engineering and Platform Office (CEPO) are leading HMRC's technology transformation - simplifying systems, modernising IT delivery, and creating a future-ready digital landscape. Our mission is to reduce complexity by consolidating applications and adopting scalable, service-based solutions from trusted commercial partners. CEPO ensures HMRC's business groups, products, and services are supported by robust, secure, and innovative infrastructure. We set the direction, lead governance, and guarantee that every live service meets the highest standards - enabling efficient, reliable, and user-focused digital experiences for millions of customers. About the Teams Successful candidates will join one of three specialist teams within CEPO: Enterprise Cloud Services (ECS) - ECS delivers secure, scalable cloud platforms that underpin HMRC's digital services. With a broad customer base and diverse requirements, ECS provides foundational infrastructure that enables other teams, including EIS, to build and innovate. Enterprise Integration Services (EIS) - EIS ensures seamless connectivity and data flow across HMRC's systems. Acting as a consumer of ECS, EIS plays a critical role in driving integration standards and enabling interoperability across platforms. Contact Engagement Platform (CEP) - Build and run the core platforms that underpin HMRC's customer facing digital services. Further, CEP sets engineering standards and drives platform excellence across HMRC, ensuring consistency, resilience, and innovation in every solution we deliver. Job description As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer, you will manage infrastructure services and lead teams to design, build, and support complex infrastructure solutions. You will oversee programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and operational integrity. This role requires expert-level technical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to anticipate future technological trends. Person specification We seek a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and hands-on experience managing large-scale cloud infrastructure projects. You will lead by example in delivering code in critical projects to a high standard. You will also bring excellent communication skills and an ability to influence at senior levels, alongside a strong understanding of modern development standards and security practices. You will provide technical leadership, manage third-party suppliers, and ensure systems integration standards are applied effectively. Other responsibilities include defining strategic roadmaps, managing resources, driving continuous improvement, and embedding security controls into all solutions. You will lead others in applying modern development standards and troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple technology domains. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation, and administration of complex Cloud infrastructure solutions and services. Establish standards and procedures for systems integration across the service lifecycle. Define and maintain strategic technology roadmaps for infrastructure services. Interact with, read, and write code to support automation and baseline repair activities. Design solutions with embedded security controls to mitigate security threats. Establish standards and procedures for systems integration across the service lifecycle. Manage planning and coordination of system and acceptance tests, including functional and non-functional specifications. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues using lateral thinking across computing, storage, networking, and software. Lead teams in applying modern development standards and best practices. Mentor and guide infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement. Essential Criteria Expert knowledge of IT infrastructure and ability to lead teams in secure by design implementations. Ability to identify and apply modern development standards and lead others in applying them. Experience establishing standards and procedures for systems integration. Proven leadership and mentoring skills with a focus on continuous improvement. An ability to read and write code and perform basic remediation activities. Experience managing system and acceptance test planning and providing authoritative advice.
Location Newport, NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Digital Delivery Senior Automation Tester The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting-edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Test Engineer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. We are recruiting for multiple roles of which one role is slightly biased towards application testing post infrastructure changes. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office. The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to Technical Responsible for writing, executing and maintaining functional/non-functional automated UI and API tests/suites aligned against acceptance criteria to support our continuous deployment environment Be responsible for the design, coding, testing, maintenance, and documentation for robust, scalable and reusable solutions that deliver exceptional user experience using DevOps best practice Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Work closely with software developers to reach a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at unit level Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to. Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Build automated test solutions from scratch in line with IPO Test Strategy and IPO Engineering Principles Contribute to the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical program Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure Experience of using data models Experience in test documentation, such as strategies and approaches Experience in testing front-end and back-end web services Experienced with Agile delivery model Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Essential Technical Experience with Automation tools, including MS Visual Studio with C#, Selenium, BDD, SpecFlow, MSTest, RestSharp and JavaScript Working knowledge of non-functional test tools including JMeter and Azure Load Test Experience with Github Has a deep understanding of architectural principals with design patterns Experience of writing SQL statements
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Newport, NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Digital Delivery Senior Automation Tester The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting-edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Test Engineer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. We are recruiting for multiple roles of which one role is slightly biased towards application testing post infrastructure changes. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office. The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to Technical Responsible for writing, executing and maintaining functional/non-functional automated UI and API tests/suites aligned against acceptance criteria to support our continuous deployment environment Be responsible for the design, coding, testing, maintenance, and documentation for robust, scalable and reusable solutions that deliver exceptional user experience using DevOps best practice Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Work closely with software developers to reach a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at unit level Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to. Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Build automated test solutions from scratch in line with IPO Test Strategy and IPO Engineering Principles Contribute to the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical program Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure Experience of using data models Experience in test documentation, such as strategies and approaches Experience in testing front-end and back-end web services Experienced with Agile delivery model Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Essential Technical Experience with Automation tools, including MS Visual Studio with C#, Selenium, BDD, SpecFlow, MSTest, RestSharp and JavaScript Working knowledge of non-functional test tools including JMeter and Azure Load Test Experience with Github Has a deep understanding of architectural principals with design patterns Experience of writing SQL statements
Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary This is an exciting opportunity in our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) team. We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Infrastructure Engineer (DevOps/Platform) with great leadership and technical skills and a drive to improve. This role is a unique opportunity as you will be part of a team delivering Platform Infrastructure and systems to the highest standards and implementing the DevOps culture and principles across the business. To find out more about this opportunity and the team you will be joining, click on the link below to join our virtual, drop-in Q&A session on: Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 12.00pm - 12.45pm There is no need to register, just turn up as you are. Please send any questions you may have for the team by 8pm on Monday 9th March 2026 to . Watch this video to find out more about working in Digital at Companies House Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. The team for this role is based in our Cardiff office, and a hybrid employment contract will be provided as the standard offering. However, remote contracts may be considered as an exception whereby commuting to the office location of your team is not reasonably practicable. The nature of this post may occasionally require you to do overtime during the week and at weekends. Job description The position will be focussed on building and maintaining Infrastructure to enable the organisation to deliver rapidly and reliably deploy and innovate for our customers. A Senior Infrastructure Engineer will work with our development teams, ensuring work is delivered to the standards set out in our best practice guides. The role requires the candidate to lead on various streams of work and provide technical support to Infrastructure engineers across the organisation. As a S enior Infrastructure Engineer , the candidate must perform at the level defined within the DDAT Capability Framework Responsibilities You will be responsible for delivering the infrastructure and tooling to support a continuous delivery approach within Companies House. You will be user and service focused ensuring that value is delivered through improvement and automation of platform services. Working in a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, a Senior Infrastructure Engineer builds, administers, supports, and maintains solutions as directed and according to departmental policy. Most of the time will be spent working with the delivery teams on carrying out the infrastructure work on development projects. This will include answering any queries regarding environment, configuration, and CI/CD processes. At this role level, you will: Ensure services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Work with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operations. Design and develop infrastructure as code, source code repositories, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines to execute change on Cloud environments. Lead and support colleagues in non-functional requirements, ensuring availability, security, capacity, and performance for the platform and/or service. Transform technical requirements into an effective DevOps toolchain to enable product delivery. Ensure that deployment strategies for products are repeatable, scalable, and universally available. Have deep technical knowledge, providing support to delivery teams and solving complex problems. Ensuring best practice guides are maintained and adhered to. Person specification We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Expert knowledge in: Terraform CI/CD tooling (e.g., Concourse) Cloud Technology Principles (preferably AWS) Git (source control and versioning) Strong practical experience in: Containerisation (Docker) Unix/Linux Working knowledge of: Ansible Packer
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary This is an exciting opportunity in our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) team. We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Infrastructure Engineer (DevOps/Platform) with great leadership and technical skills and a drive to improve. This role is a unique opportunity as you will be part of a team delivering Platform Infrastructure and systems to the highest standards and implementing the DevOps culture and principles across the business. To find out more about this opportunity and the team you will be joining, click on the link below to join our virtual, drop-in Q&A session on: Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 12.00pm - 12.45pm There is no need to register, just turn up as you are. Please send any questions you may have for the team by 8pm on Monday 9th March 2026 to . Watch this video to find out more about working in Digital at Companies House Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. The team for this role is based in our Cardiff office, and a hybrid employment contract will be provided as the standard offering. However, remote contracts may be considered as an exception whereby commuting to the office location of your team is not reasonably practicable. The nature of this post may occasionally require you to do overtime during the week and at weekends. Job description The position will be focussed on building and maintaining Infrastructure to enable the organisation to deliver rapidly and reliably deploy and innovate for our customers. A Senior Infrastructure Engineer will work with our development teams, ensuring work is delivered to the standards set out in our best practice guides. The role requires the candidate to lead on various streams of work and provide technical support to Infrastructure engineers across the organisation. As a S enior Infrastructure Engineer , the candidate must perform at the level defined within the DDAT Capability Framework Responsibilities You will be responsible for delivering the infrastructure and tooling to support a continuous delivery approach within Companies House. You will be user and service focused ensuring that value is delivered through improvement and automation of platform services. Working in a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, a Senior Infrastructure Engineer builds, administers, supports, and maintains solutions as directed and according to departmental policy. Most of the time will be spent working with the delivery teams on carrying out the infrastructure work on development projects. This will include answering any queries regarding environment, configuration, and CI/CD processes. At this role level, you will: Ensure services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Work with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operations. Design and develop infrastructure as code, source code repositories, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines to execute change on Cloud environments. Lead and support colleagues in non-functional requirements, ensuring availability, security, capacity, and performance for the platform and/or service. Transform technical requirements into an effective DevOps toolchain to enable product delivery. Ensure that deployment strategies for products are repeatable, scalable, and universally available. Have deep technical knowledge, providing support to delivery teams and solving complex problems. Ensuring best practice guides are maintained and adhered to. Person specification We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Expert knowledge in: Terraform CI/CD tooling (e.g., Concourse) Cloud Technology Principles (preferably AWS) Git (source control and versioning) Strong practical experience in: Containerisation (Docker) Unix/Linux Working knowledge of: Ansible Packer
Government Digital & Data
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Location Newcastle-upon-Tyne About the job Job summary The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) is a new arm's-length body set up, at unprecedented pace, to administer compensation to people whose lives have been impacted by the infected blood scandal. IBCA will ensure payment is made in recognition of the wrongs experienced by those who have been infected by HIV, Hepatitis B or C, as well as those who love and care for them. They have been frustrated and distressed by the delays in achieving proper recognition, and we must help put this right. We are committed to putting the infected and affected blood community at the centre of every decision we make and every step we take to build our organisation to deliver compensation payments. IBCA employees will be public servants. If successful in this role you will be appointed directly into IBCA, on IBCA terms and conditions as a public servant. Successful applicants will join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the mission of IBCA means that it is likely to be operational for a period of approximately 5 to 7 years. When IBCA's work begins to wind down, IBCA employees will receive support and practical guidance to find a new role, whether in the Civil Service, another Arms Length Body (ALB), or an external employer. Job description As a Test Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of digital programmes and products. The Test Engineer will focus on designing and executing comprehensive, automated, and manual test strategies within Agile environments to ensure software quality. You will work within multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and execute comprehensive testing activities, moving away from manual processes toward automated, "shift-left" practices. You will be responsible for ensuring that software meets functional, performance, and accessibility requirements before it reaches the user. Responsibilities As a Test Engineer, you will: Analyse business requirements and technical specifications to design comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and test cases for functional and non-functional requirements (e.g., performance, security, accessibility); Conduct various testing activities, including integration, regression, performance, accessibility, and supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT); Take a hands-on approach to testing, contributing to automated test suites and helping teams deliver quality through automation and shift-left practices; Design, develop, and execute manual and automated Test cases within Xray to ensure robust requirement coverage; Proactively identify, document, and track software defects in JIRA, performing root-cause analysis and working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution; Build and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using tools like Cypress or Playwright, REST Assured, or similar; Develop and maintain automated test scripts and support their integration into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab); Support the maintenance of test environments, test data management, and the tracking of quality metrics; Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Developers to refine complex requirements into clear, verifiable, and testable acceptance criteria; Provide stakeholders with clear, data-driven insights into product health, test coverage, and release readiness. Person specification You will have the following skills, knowledge, and experience: Essential Criteria Testing Lifecycle Expertise: Proven experience of the full testing lifecycle as a QA or Test Engineer, ideally within complex, multi-system digital programmes; Technical Environment Proficiency: Experience conducting hands-on testing activities within diverse technical environments and digital products; Automation Frameworks: Extensive experience developing and maintaining tests within modern automation frameworks such as Cypress, Playwright, REST Assured, or similar tools; CI/CD & DevOps: Practical experience using CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins) to execute and manage automated test suites; Non-Functional Testing: Ability to plan and execute non-functional testing activities, including performance, load, security, and accessibility testing; Agile & BDD/TDD: Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps principles, including practical experience with TDD/BDD practices and tools like Cucumber or Gherkin; Cloud & Infrastructure: Experience testing solutions deployed in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and knowledge of how containerisation (Docker) and infrastructure-as-code impact testing; Environment & Data Management: Ability to assist in building and maintaining test environments and implementing robust test data management approaches; Collaboration & Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Desirable Criteria Performance Testing Tools: Familiarity with performance and load testing tools such as Grafana K6, Gatling, or JMeter; Agile Delivery Contribution: Experience working within Agile Scrum teams, contributing to sprint ceremonies (stand-ups, retrospectives) and ensuring high-quality test coverage; Risk-Based Prioritisation: Understanding of risk-based testing methodologies to help prioritise testing tasks in fast-paced delivery environments; Accessibility & Security Standards: Knowledge of modern accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and basic security testing practices; Government Digital Standards: Familiarity with the GDS Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice for digital transformation; Data Compliance: Awareness of data protection requirements (e.g., GDPR) and compliance within highly regulated environments. Qualifications: While not mandatory, professional and industry standard certifications such as ISTQB (Foundation or Advanced level) are highly desirable.
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Newcastle-upon-Tyne About the job Job summary The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) is a new arm's-length body set up, at unprecedented pace, to administer compensation to people whose lives have been impacted by the infected blood scandal. IBCA will ensure payment is made in recognition of the wrongs experienced by those who have been infected by HIV, Hepatitis B or C, as well as those who love and care for them. They have been frustrated and distressed by the delays in achieving proper recognition, and we must help put this right. We are committed to putting the infected and affected blood community at the centre of every decision we make and every step we take to build our organisation to deliver compensation payments. IBCA employees will be public servants. If successful in this role you will be appointed directly into IBCA, on IBCA terms and conditions as a public servant. Successful applicants will join the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the mission of IBCA means that it is likely to be operational for a period of approximately 5 to 7 years. When IBCA's work begins to wind down, IBCA employees will receive support and practical guidance to find a new role, whether in the Civil Service, another Arms Length Body (ALB), or an external employer. Job description As a Test Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of digital programmes and products. The Test Engineer will focus on designing and executing comprehensive, automated, and manual test strategies within Agile environments to ensure software quality. You will work within multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and execute comprehensive testing activities, moving away from manual processes toward automated, "shift-left" practices. You will be responsible for ensuring that software meets functional, performance, and accessibility requirements before it reaches the user. Responsibilities As a Test Engineer, you will: Analyse business requirements and technical specifications to design comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and test cases for functional and non-functional requirements (e.g., performance, security, accessibility); Conduct various testing activities, including integration, regression, performance, accessibility, and supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT); Take a hands-on approach to testing, contributing to automated test suites and helping teams deliver quality through automation and shift-left practices; Design, develop, and execute manual and automated Test cases within Xray to ensure robust requirement coverage; Proactively identify, document, and track software defects in JIRA, performing root-cause analysis and working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution; Build and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using tools like Cypress or Playwright, REST Assured, or similar; Develop and maintain automated test scripts and support their integration into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab); Support the maintenance of test environments, test data management, and the tracking of quality metrics; Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Developers to refine complex requirements into clear, verifiable, and testable acceptance criteria; Provide stakeholders with clear, data-driven insights into product health, test coverage, and release readiness. Person specification You will have the following skills, knowledge, and experience: Essential Criteria Testing Lifecycle Expertise: Proven experience of the full testing lifecycle as a QA or Test Engineer, ideally within complex, multi-system digital programmes; Technical Environment Proficiency: Experience conducting hands-on testing activities within diverse technical environments and digital products; Automation Frameworks: Extensive experience developing and maintaining tests within modern automation frameworks such as Cypress, Playwright, REST Assured, or similar tools; CI/CD & DevOps: Practical experience using CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins) to execute and manage automated test suites; Non-Functional Testing: Ability to plan and execute non-functional testing activities, including performance, load, security, and accessibility testing; Agile & BDD/TDD: Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps principles, including practical experience with TDD/BDD practices and tools like Cucumber or Gherkin; Cloud & Infrastructure: Experience testing solutions deployed in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and knowledge of how containerisation (Docker) and infrastructure-as-code impact testing; Environment & Data Management: Ability to assist in building and maintaining test environments and implementing robust test data management approaches; Collaboration & Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Desirable Criteria Performance Testing Tools: Familiarity with performance and load testing tools such as Grafana K6, Gatling, or JMeter; Agile Delivery Contribution: Experience working within Agile Scrum teams, contributing to sprint ceremonies (stand-ups, retrospectives) and ensuring high-quality test coverage; Risk-Based Prioritisation: Understanding of risk-based testing methodologies to help prioritise testing tasks in fast-paced delivery environments; Accessibility & Security Standards: Knowledge of modern accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and basic security testing practices; Government Digital Standards: Familiarity with the GDS Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice for digital transformation; Data Compliance: Awareness of data protection requirements (e.g., GDPR) and compliance within highly regulated environments. Qualifications: While not mandatory, professional and industry standard certifications such as ISTQB (Foundation or Advanced level) are highly desirable.
Location East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description As a Software Developer you will work with a wide range of stakeholders such as user researchers, product managers, designers, business analysts, content specialists, delivery managers and digital architects, all of whom share a vision for making better government through smarter use of technology. You will innovate to radically transform public services for the better. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our GitHub repositories: You can find more information about our ways of working in the HMCTS Way: Technologies we rely heavily on (Core Tech Stack): Java to write our backend services Node.js to write our frontend services Power Platform for low-code development Jenkins for CI/CD Dynatrace for application monitoring Kubernetes and Docker to run our services Azure for most of our infrastructure Terraform for infrastructure as code Postgres and Redis as our databases. GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces Macs to do all the above In addition, we use a range of other technologies and continue to evolve by employing new technologies that help us deliver better services to our users As a Software Developer in HMCTS you will: Write, amend, refactor and document code to build complex programs/scripts, and as required leading on these activities. Adhere to internal process and procedures, promoting and advising others which software development standards, processes and procedures to apply. Constantly seek to learn and further develop your skills as required for your role. Monitor changes in the tech stack you use and alert on any major changes affecting our software. Adhere to industry's best practices, produce well-engineered modern products and guide others to do so in a highly competently manner. Ensure that products are secure, engineered to mitigate security threats and have the necessary security controls in place. Ensure that information is handled with confidentiality and integrity, and that products are compliant. Identify and raise risks and support Information Assurance activities. Support and maintain software as required, including in the live environment. Use modern tools to effectively and thoroughly identify, troubleshoot and fix faults. Package and deploy software built. Some activities may be outside the core office hours (in-line with the organisation's policy for OOH). Plan the development on sets of related stories and coordinate integration tasks across systems. Contribute to selection of the software development approach (plan-driven, iterative/agile etc.) for projects. Identify process optimisation opportunities with guidance and support activities to improve the development process. Choose the most appropriate from a variety of methods of prototyping, actively solicit prototypes with others. Define, analyse, plan, forecast, measure, maintain and improve all aspects of the availability of services. Control and manage service availability to meet the needs of the business in a cost-effective manner. This includes managing the capability, functionality and sustainability of service components (for example, hardware, software, network resources and software/infrastructure as a service). Design systems characterised by medium levels of risk, impact, and business or technical complexity. Take designs through the required governance. Review designs of others to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Identify, record and escalate tech debt and medium-level risks. Define the integration build. Coordinate build activities across systems and undertake and support integration testing activities. Take a test-driven approach to software development, write complex automation test scripts and participate in testing. Participate in code reviews of own work and leads code reviews of colleagues' work. Guide and advise others on technical areas you have expertise in, modern development standards and approaches to understand user stories. Coach and mentor more junior colleagues. Lead on and participate in recruitment as required. Participate in and lead on procurement activities as required. Translate user stories to a proposed design and develop software to meet user needs. Collaborate with user researchers, represent users internally and champion user research to focus on all users. Skills & Experience: Sound knowledge of programming languages and tools for development of enterprise and public facing applications utilising our core stack. Sound knowledge of HTTP, Spring web development framework and at least one RDBMS (for example PostgreSQL, Redis) Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of mentoring, coaching or leading other developers (at work or in meetups etc) Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them You will also want to make a positive impact on the communities we serve You are looking for new technical and leadership challenges You thrive when you work as part of a team You enjoy learning and helping others You hold yourself and others to a high standard You solve problems in a systematic way Person Specification We're seeking a full stack software developer with the ability to develop and deploy high-quality code. The ideal candidate will have: Experience in a modern object-oriented programming language and knowledge of our tech stack (Java and JavaScript). Experience in the development of enterprise and public facing applications Sound knowledge of HTTP, at least one web development framework (for example Spring Boot or Angular) and at least one relational database system (e.g. PostgreSQL). Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them
12/03/2026
Full time
Location East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber About the job Job summary Please refer to Job Description Job description As a Software Developer you will work with a wide range of stakeholders such as user researchers, product managers, designers, business analysts, content specialists, delivery managers and digital architects, all of whom share a vision for making better government through smarter use of technology. You will innovate to radically transform public services for the better. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our GitHub repositories: You can find more information about our ways of working in the HMCTS Way: Technologies we rely heavily on (Core Tech Stack): Java to write our backend services Node.js to write our frontend services Power Platform for low-code development Jenkins for CI/CD Dynatrace for application monitoring Kubernetes and Docker to run our services Azure for most of our infrastructure Terraform for infrastructure as code Postgres and Redis as our databases. GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces Macs to do all the above In addition, we use a range of other technologies and continue to evolve by employing new technologies that help us deliver better services to our users As a Software Developer in HMCTS you will: Write, amend, refactor and document code to build complex programs/scripts, and as required leading on these activities. Adhere to internal process and procedures, promoting and advising others which software development standards, processes and procedures to apply. Constantly seek to learn and further develop your skills as required for your role. Monitor changes in the tech stack you use and alert on any major changes affecting our software. Adhere to industry's best practices, produce well-engineered modern products and guide others to do so in a highly competently manner. Ensure that products are secure, engineered to mitigate security threats and have the necessary security controls in place. Ensure that information is handled with confidentiality and integrity, and that products are compliant. Identify and raise risks and support Information Assurance activities. Support and maintain software as required, including in the live environment. Use modern tools to effectively and thoroughly identify, troubleshoot and fix faults. Package and deploy software built. Some activities may be outside the core office hours (in-line with the organisation's policy for OOH). Plan the development on sets of related stories and coordinate integration tasks across systems. Contribute to selection of the software development approach (plan-driven, iterative/agile etc.) for projects. Identify process optimisation opportunities with guidance and support activities to improve the development process. Choose the most appropriate from a variety of methods of prototyping, actively solicit prototypes with others. Define, analyse, plan, forecast, measure, maintain and improve all aspects of the availability of services. Control and manage service availability to meet the needs of the business in a cost-effective manner. This includes managing the capability, functionality and sustainability of service components (for example, hardware, software, network resources and software/infrastructure as a service). Design systems characterised by medium levels of risk, impact, and business or technical complexity. Take designs through the required governance. Review designs of others to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Identify, record and escalate tech debt and medium-level risks. Define the integration build. Coordinate build activities across systems and undertake and support integration testing activities. Take a test-driven approach to software development, write complex automation test scripts and participate in testing. Participate in code reviews of own work and leads code reviews of colleagues' work. Guide and advise others on technical areas you have expertise in, modern development standards and approaches to understand user stories. Coach and mentor more junior colleagues. Lead on and participate in recruitment as required. Participate in and lead on procurement activities as required. Translate user stories to a proposed design and develop software to meet user needs. Collaborate with user researchers, represent users internally and champion user research to focus on all users. Skills & Experience: Sound knowledge of programming languages and tools for development of enterprise and public facing applications utilising our core stack. Sound knowledge of HTTP, Spring web development framework and at least one RDBMS (for example PostgreSQL, Redis) Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of mentoring, coaching or leading other developers (at work or in meetups etc) Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them You will also want to make a positive impact on the communities we serve You are looking for new technical and leadership challenges You thrive when you work as part of a team You enjoy learning and helping others You hold yourself and others to a high standard You solve problems in a systematic way Person Specification We're seeking a full stack software developer with the ability to develop and deploy high-quality code. The ideal candidate will have: Experience in a modern object-oriented programming language and knowledge of our tech stack (Java and JavaScript). Experience in the development of enterprise and public facing applications Sound knowledge of HTTP, at least one web development framework (for example Spring Boot or Angular) and at least one relational database system (e.g. PostgreSQL). Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc. Experience of working with modern tools and techniques An understanding of common security issues and how to mitigate them
Location Corsham, Farnborough About the job Job summary The Home Office has several Data Centres that form an on-premise hosting for a variety of services. As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer working as a Data Centre Manager you will be part of the Co-Location Services team, working alongside other Infrastructure Engineers to ensure that these facilities operate in accordance with Departmental Policies, Standards and industry best practices. The role encompasses the maintenance of the Data Centre infrastructure throughout service and asset lifecycles as well as working with projects to deliver solutions using the latest technologies. An important element of which is the management of, and collaboration with, suppliers, Technical/Solution Architects and other specialists to deliver sustainable solutions. In addition, you will support the management of the Co-Location Service offerings and work with teams across the Home Office to develop these services to meet future demand. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office . Applicants can raise any queries to the email address at the bottom of the advert. The successful candidate ideally will be based at the Corsham site, travel to other locations will be required as part of the role, according to business requirements. Watch this short video to hear from members of Home Office Digital talking about the projects they work on and their experience of working here: Working for Home Office Digital. Job description As part of the Co-Location Services Team, you will be working collaboratively with Programs and Projects, Technical Architects and other Infrastructure Engineers to ensure that the architectural designs and/or Project requirements translate into physical solutions that comply with Data Centre standards and industry best practice. This involves actively managing capacity (power, space) ensuring current and forecast demand is met. Person specification Main Responsibilities The planning, control and management of the day-to-day activities within the Data Centres which, collectively, make up the IT estate. This involves provision and management of the physical environment, including space and power allocation, and environmental monitoring that provide statistics on energy usage. Managing physical access control, and adherence to all mandatory policies and regulations concerning health and safety at work. Providing advice to teams relating to the implementation, administration and support of the Physical infrastructure solutions and services including the selection of appropriate technology that supports "Secure by Design" principles. The development, integration and ongoing continuous improvement of tooling. Managing planning of acceptance tests, coordinating both functional and non-functional specifications and provide authoritative advice and guidance on test planning. Troubleshooting and identifying physical connectivity problems across different technology capabilities including compute, storage, networking and physical infrastructure ensuring activities are monitored and progress updates are provided. Establishing and maintaining standards and procedures across a service lifecycle. The development and implementation of improvements to the Co-Location Service Product be it new offering or improvements to existing offerings including the automation of processes and integration of systems. Working pattern Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis. However, compressed hours are available. Essential Criteria As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer you will have experience of: Data Centre operations, managing the design and physical installation of infrastructure, e.g. cabling, hardware, and core services. (HSIN, TEST, ITOP ) Working as a part of multi-disciplined teams, building strong partnerships internally & externally to ensure adherence to engineering principles, standards and policies Developing tooling systems, DCIM, SNOW to integrate and automate processes. (OFCL) Managing third parties delivering services to ensure policies and standards are met. (HSIN, USUP Different methodologies including Agile, Waterfall and continuous integration principles for the delivery of IT Infrastructure and other projects. (OFCL) Defining best practice for operational improvements and security, including the testing of services to provide feedback/evidence to support continuous service improvement. (TEST, DESN) Working in a product orientated environment, developing products/offering based on customer feedback and demand. SFIA capability framework Skills for the Information Age (SFIA) version 8 is the technical framework that sets the standard capability and development of all levels in the Home Office. This is a link to the capability framework: All skills A - Z English (sfia-online.org) . We use set SFIA technical skills to form our interview questions and we will assess you against these technical skills during the selection process. The essential skills listed above are reflective of the Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession Career Framework (based on the industry standard SFIA framework). Use the SFIA levels of responsibility to understand what would be expected for each technical skills listed below.
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Corsham, Farnborough About the job Job summary The Home Office has several Data Centres that form an on-premise hosting for a variety of services. As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer working as a Data Centre Manager you will be part of the Co-Location Services team, working alongside other Infrastructure Engineers to ensure that these facilities operate in accordance with Departmental Policies, Standards and industry best practices. The role encompasses the maintenance of the Data Centre infrastructure throughout service and asset lifecycles as well as working with projects to deliver solutions using the latest technologies. An important element of which is the management of, and collaboration with, suppliers, Technical/Solution Architects and other specialists to deliver sustainable solutions. In addition, you will support the management of the Co-Location Service offerings and work with teams across the Home Office to develop these services to meet future demand. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office . Applicants can raise any queries to the email address at the bottom of the advert. The successful candidate ideally will be based at the Corsham site, travel to other locations will be required as part of the role, according to business requirements. Watch this short video to hear from members of Home Office Digital talking about the projects they work on and their experience of working here: Working for Home Office Digital. Job description As part of the Co-Location Services Team, you will be working collaboratively with Programs and Projects, Technical Architects and other Infrastructure Engineers to ensure that the architectural designs and/or Project requirements translate into physical solutions that comply with Data Centre standards and industry best practice. This involves actively managing capacity (power, space) ensuring current and forecast demand is met. Person specification Main Responsibilities The planning, control and management of the day-to-day activities within the Data Centres which, collectively, make up the IT estate. This involves provision and management of the physical environment, including space and power allocation, and environmental monitoring that provide statistics on energy usage. Managing physical access control, and adherence to all mandatory policies and regulations concerning health and safety at work. Providing advice to teams relating to the implementation, administration and support of the Physical infrastructure solutions and services including the selection of appropriate technology that supports "Secure by Design" principles. The development, integration and ongoing continuous improvement of tooling. Managing planning of acceptance tests, coordinating both functional and non-functional specifications and provide authoritative advice and guidance on test planning. Troubleshooting and identifying physical connectivity problems across different technology capabilities including compute, storage, networking and physical infrastructure ensuring activities are monitored and progress updates are provided. Establishing and maintaining standards and procedures across a service lifecycle. The development and implementation of improvements to the Co-Location Service Product be it new offering or improvements to existing offerings including the automation of processes and integration of systems. Working pattern Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis. However, compressed hours are available. Essential Criteria As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer you will have experience of: Data Centre operations, managing the design and physical installation of infrastructure, e.g. cabling, hardware, and core services. (HSIN, TEST, ITOP ) Working as a part of multi-disciplined teams, building strong partnerships internally & externally to ensure adherence to engineering principles, standards and policies Developing tooling systems, DCIM, SNOW to integrate and automate processes. (OFCL) Managing third parties delivering services to ensure policies and standards are met. (HSIN, USUP Different methodologies including Agile, Waterfall and continuous integration principles for the delivery of IT Infrastructure and other projects. (OFCL) Defining best practice for operational improvements and security, including the testing of services to provide feedback/evidence to support continuous service improvement. (TEST, DESN) Working in a product orientated environment, developing products/offering based on customer feedback and demand. SFIA capability framework Skills for the Information Age (SFIA) version 8 is the technical framework that sets the standard capability and development of all levels in the Home Office. This is a link to the capability framework: All skills A - Z English (sfia-online.org) . We use set SFIA technical skills to form our interview questions and we will assess you against these technical skills during the selection process. The essential skills listed above are reflective of the Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession Career Framework (based on the industry standard SFIA framework). Use the SFIA levels of responsibility to understand what would be expected for each technical skills listed below.
Description At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling Bank has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for someone who will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester who can bridge the gap between deep technical exploitation and real-world business risk. This isn't just about running scanners and handing over a PDF; it's about adversarial empathy, understanding how our systems and services work so you can show us how they may be compromised. While you will sit within the Information Security team, you won't be siloed; you will be "dropped in" to test across various business domains, working side-by-side with Infrastructure Engineers and Software Developers and in collaboration with all parts of the Information Security Team. Your approach is to move beyond finding 'bugs' to helping out teams build inherently resilient systems. As an early member of our internal Pentesting capability, you won't just follow a manual, you will help write it. A key aspect of this role involves: Collaborating with your peers to design a continuous testing framework that evolves with our tech stack. Sharing knowledge with the wider technical faculty to elevate our collective security posture. Additionally, we understand the importance of knowledge and expertise remaining current and you shall support the continued advancement of our penetration testing through research, design and implementation of new solutions, including automation. Responsibilities: End-to-End Assessments: Conducting penetration tests on our core banking platform, focusing on Cloud and Application Security. Code Review: Performing manual secure code reviews to identify logic flaws and security anti-patterns. Threat Modelling: Participate in sessions with different teams to identify design flaws before code is written. Risk Contextualisation: Contextualising technical vulnerabilities into "Real-World Risk" scenarios to demonstrate business impact to non-technical executives and within Engine's risk management framework. Cloud Security: Collaborating with Infrastructure teams to audit and secure cloud configurations. Autonomous Execution: Acting as an independent operator within the team, managing your own testing scope and timelines across different business domains. Remediation: Providing clear, actionable remediation advice that balances security requirements with engineering velocity. Strategic Reporting: Translate complex technical exploits into actionable business risk summaries for non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Technical Skills Ideally, we would like: Experience: 5+ years experience in penetration testing with a focus on cloud native infrastructure, web applications, APIs. Tooling: Expert-level proficiency with industry-standard tools and the ability to "go manual" when scanners fail. Cloud Native: Experience with Cloud Security, (AWS/GCP) specifically AWS/EKS. Code Fluency: Ability to conduct code reviews in multiple languages, primarily Java and Go. Mobile: Experience testing Mobile Applications (iOS and Android). Design Review: Proven experience in Threat Modelling. SDLC: You have a working understanding of how software is architected, built and deployed. Scripting: You have the ability to write your own scripts and tooling to aid in pentesting and improve efficiency. Golang, Python etc. Soft Skills Communication: Exceptional written and spoken communication skills: the ability to communicate complex technical issues to engineers and business risk to executives. Proactivity: A self-starting nature. You don't wait for a ticket to find a vulnerability. Got downtime? You're digging into codebases, closing off retesting items and generally getting it done. Independence: Ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative partner to the wider engineering team. Adaptability: Engine is evolving. You are able to evolve and develop as our requirements shift over time. Certifications: Relevant industry certifications (OSCP, OSWE, CCT-APP, CCT-INF etc.) or relevant demonstrable experience. Nice to have: Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience auditing Terraform or CloudFormation templates. DevSecOps: Familiarity with integrating security tooling (DAST/SAST) into CI/CD pipelines. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minutes with our BISO 60 minutes technical interveiw with two of the team 45 minutes our CTO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
12/03/2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling Bank has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for someone who will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester who can bridge the gap between deep technical exploitation and real-world business risk. This isn't just about running scanners and handing over a PDF; it's about adversarial empathy, understanding how our systems and services work so you can show us how they may be compromised. While you will sit within the Information Security team, you won't be siloed; you will be "dropped in" to test across various business domains, working side-by-side with Infrastructure Engineers and Software Developers and in collaboration with all parts of the Information Security Team. Your approach is to move beyond finding 'bugs' to helping out teams build inherently resilient systems. As an early member of our internal Pentesting capability, you won't just follow a manual, you will help write it. A key aspect of this role involves: Collaborating with your peers to design a continuous testing framework that evolves with our tech stack. Sharing knowledge with the wider technical faculty to elevate our collective security posture. Additionally, we understand the importance of knowledge and expertise remaining current and you shall support the continued advancement of our penetration testing through research, design and implementation of new solutions, including automation. Responsibilities: End-to-End Assessments: Conducting penetration tests on our core banking platform, focusing on Cloud and Application Security. Code Review: Performing manual secure code reviews to identify logic flaws and security anti-patterns. Threat Modelling: Participate in sessions with different teams to identify design flaws before code is written. Risk Contextualisation: Contextualising technical vulnerabilities into "Real-World Risk" scenarios to demonstrate business impact to non-technical executives and within Engine's risk management framework. Cloud Security: Collaborating with Infrastructure teams to audit and secure cloud configurations. Autonomous Execution: Acting as an independent operator within the team, managing your own testing scope and timelines across different business domains. Remediation: Providing clear, actionable remediation advice that balances security requirements with engineering velocity. Strategic Reporting: Translate complex technical exploits into actionable business risk summaries for non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Technical Skills Ideally, we would like: Experience: 5+ years experience in penetration testing with a focus on cloud native infrastructure, web applications, APIs. Tooling: Expert-level proficiency with industry-standard tools and the ability to "go manual" when scanners fail. Cloud Native: Experience with Cloud Security, (AWS/GCP) specifically AWS/EKS. Code Fluency: Ability to conduct code reviews in multiple languages, primarily Java and Go. Mobile: Experience testing Mobile Applications (iOS and Android). Design Review: Proven experience in Threat Modelling. SDLC: You have a working understanding of how software is architected, built and deployed. Scripting: You have the ability to write your own scripts and tooling to aid in pentesting and improve efficiency. Golang, Python etc. Soft Skills Communication: Exceptional written and spoken communication skills: the ability to communicate complex technical issues to engineers and business risk to executives. Proactivity: A self-starting nature. You don't wait for a ticket to find a vulnerability. Got downtime? You're digging into codebases, closing off retesting items and generally getting it done. Independence: Ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative partner to the wider engineering team. Adaptability: Engine is evolving. You are able to evolve and develop as our requirements shift over time. Certifications: Relevant industry certifications (OSCP, OSWE, CCT-APP, CCT-INF etc.) or relevant demonstrable experience. Nice to have: Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience auditing Terraform or CloudFormation templates. DevSecOps: Familiarity with integrating security tooling (DAST/SAST) into CI/CD pipelines. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minutes with our BISO 60 minutes technical interveiw with two of the team 45 minutes our CTO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Contract Devops Engineer (Information Technology) Location: London Contract Type: Temporary Start Date: Start date - 01-04-2026 End date - 01-10-2026 Onsite Requirement: 40% onsite (Hybrid) Clearance: The role will need to be SC cleared please . It's a hybrid working model we have, so a minimum of 40% of a month is done in office. They can be based at either our Threadneedle or Leeds office. Positions: 1 Day Rate : £400 per day (inside IR35) Job Description - The Senior DevOps engineer, reporting to a Team Leader, will be accountable for a range of activities undertaken on-premise, including: Supporting, maintaining and developing changes to the Bank's solution Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues in applying best practice to their work. Gives guidance to solution designers with regard to product roadmaps and end-to-end architecture of the Domain. Informs skills and knowledge needed across the domain and works with team leaders to develop the domain wide training plan so the right skills are available to deliver new services. Supporting and maintaining the tool chain and wider technical estate, Using best practice in Continuous Improvement/Continuous Development, Managing Environments - safe promotion of code from pre-production to live including day to day procedures and recovery procedures when required, Model Agile behaviours in day-to-day activities and promoting Agile best practice. Working closely with cross-functional teams ensuring teams understand the deployment process, have access to the necessary tools, and is aligned toward the same goals. Development and maintenance of technology roadmaps and ensuring the sequence of change for the estate is kept refreshed with the roadmaps. Provide in and out of hours support to the 24/7 production environment, resolving issues as they arise. This includes start of day and end of day working patterns. Minimum Criteria: Experience with production support, providing support OOH via an on call rota, and OOH release support Strong experience with on prem Kubernetes/OpenShift deployments Hands on contribution to DevOps tooling upgrades, issue resolution, and roadmap driven improvements Linux systems administration experience in high availability production environments Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, integrated with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) Automation first mindset across build, deployment, CI/CD, and release processes Familiar with Observability functions, designing and operating end to end logging, metrics, tracing, dashboards, and alerting systems using ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana. Incident management leadership - owning major incident response, prioritisation, Real Time coordination, stakeholder communication, and supporting post incident reviews and reliability improvements. Thorough understanding of Agile and modern DevOps practices, able to coordinate colleagues and organise priorities, to deliver collaboratively alongside other teams Essential Criteria Leadership qualities including experience in mentoring, technical guidance and training, stakeholder collaboration, strategic planning. Security-first mindset with experience in secure systems and processes. Operational discipline and governance standards (Maintaining documentation, adhering to and delivering against SLAs, environment management, best practice approach to change delivery). Cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Desirable Criteria: Broad experience with financial, accounting or payments systems, products and services supporting the payment services in the financial industry. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software or Electronic Engineering or other related discipline. Relevant industry qualifications for example from Oracle, Redhat, Microsoft, Kafka
12/03/2026
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Contract Devops Engineer (Information Technology) Location: London Contract Type: Temporary Start Date: Start date - 01-04-2026 End date - 01-10-2026 Onsite Requirement: 40% onsite (Hybrid) Clearance: The role will need to be SC cleared please . It's a hybrid working model we have, so a minimum of 40% of a month is done in office. They can be based at either our Threadneedle or Leeds office. Positions: 1 Day Rate : £400 per day (inside IR35) Job Description - The Senior DevOps engineer, reporting to a Team Leader, will be accountable for a range of activities undertaken on-premise, including: Supporting, maintaining and developing changes to the Bank's solution Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues in applying best practice to their work. Gives guidance to solution designers with regard to product roadmaps and end-to-end architecture of the Domain. Informs skills and knowledge needed across the domain and works with team leaders to develop the domain wide training plan so the right skills are available to deliver new services. Supporting and maintaining the tool chain and wider technical estate, Using best practice in Continuous Improvement/Continuous Development, Managing Environments - safe promotion of code from pre-production to live including day to day procedures and recovery procedures when required, Model Agile behaviours in day-to-day activities and promoting Agile best practice. Working closely with cross-functional teams ensuring teams understand the deployment process, have access to the necessary tools, and is aligned toward the same goals. Development and maintenance of technology roadmaps and ensuring the sequence of change for the estate is kept refreshed with the roadmaps. Provide in and out of hours support to the 24/7 production environment, resolving issues as they arise. This includes start of day and end of day working patterns. Minimum Criteria: Experience with production support, providing support OOH via an on call rota, and OOH release support Strong experience with on prem Kubernetes/OpenShift deployments Hands on contribution to DevOps tooling upgrades, issue resolution, and roadmap driven improvements Linux systems administration experience in high availability production environments Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, integrated with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) Automation first mindset across build, deployment, CI/CD, and release processes Familiar with Observability functions, designing and operating end to end logging, metrics, tracing, dashboards, and alerting systems using ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana. Incident management leadership - owning major incident response, prioritisation, Real Time coordination, stakeholder communication, and supporting post incident reviews and reliability improvements. Thorough understanding of Agile and modern DevOps practices, able to coordinate colleagues and organise priorities, to deliver collaboratively alongside other teams Essential Criteria Leadership qualities including experience in mentoring, technical guidance and training, stakeholder collaboration, strategic planning. Security-first mindset with experience in secure systems and processes. Operational discipline and governance standards (Maintaining documentation, adhering to and delivering against SLAs, environment management, best practice approach to change delivery). Cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Desirable Criteria: Broad experience with financial, accounting or payments systems, products and services supporting the payment services in the financial industry. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software or Electronic Engineering or other related discipline. Relevant industry qualifications for example from Oracle, Redhat, Microsoft, Kafka
Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer - SC cleared Location: London/Glasgow/Cardiff (hybrid) Rate: £700-£800 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: 3 months initial An exciting opportunity for a Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer to architect and optimise CI/CD pipelines supporting large-scale Salesforce delivery. You will be responsible for creating resilient, automated deployment processes and embedding quality assurance and security practices into the development life cycle. Key responsibilities Design and manage Salesforce CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Integrate automated testing and quality tooling including Salesforce Code Checker, BrowserStack and Playwright Implement infrastructure as code and continuous testing approaches Collaborate with architects, developers and security teams to deliver compliant releases Improve DevOps maturity and automation capability across Salesforce platforms Key experience Proven experience implementing Salesforce deployment pipelines in Azure DevOps Strong knowledge of release engineering, automation frameworks and DevOps best practice Experience with testing automation and code quality tooling Background working in complex enterprise or public sector environments advantageous This position will focus on enabling scalable, repeatable deployment strategies and improving platform reliability and delivery velocity. Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer - SC cleared
12/03/2026
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Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer - SC cleared Location: London/Glasgow/Cardiff (hybrid) Rate: £700-£800 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: 3 months initial An exciting opportunity for a Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer to architect and optimise CI/CD pipelines supporting large-scale Salesforce delivery. You will be responsible for creating resilient, automated deployment processes and embedding quality assurance and security practices into the development life cycle. Key responsibilities Design and manage Salesforce CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Integrate automated testing and quality tooling including Salesforce Code Checker, BrowserStack and Playwright Implement infrastructure as code and continuous testing approaches Collaborate with architects, developers and security teams to deliver compliant releases Improve DevOps maturity and automation capability across Salesforce platforms Key experience Proven experience implementing Salesforce deployment pipelines in Azure DevOps Strong knowledge of release engineering, automation frameworks and DevOps best practice Experience with testing automation and code quality tooling Background working in complex enterprise or public sector environments advantageous This position will focus on enabling scalable, repeatable deployment strategies and improving platform reliability and delivery velocity. Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer - SC cleared
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
DV Cleared DevOps/Software Engineer - Contract £550-£600 per day | Outside IR35 Condensed week available - work 3 long days, paid for 5 Active MOD DV Clearance required We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared DevOps/Software Engineer to join a high-impact technical environment. This role suits someone who thrives in modern DevOps ecosystems, enjoys building secure, scalable platforms, and wants the flexibility of a condensed working week . You will work across the full software delivery life cycle , helping to design, build, automate, and maintain robust cloud-native and containerised platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters and application platforms Collaborate with engineers to develop, test, and release software efficiently Implement automation and infrastructure as code Ensure systems remain secure, resilient, and scalable Deliver software fixes, upgrades, and performance improvements Contribute to workflow improvements and DevOps best practices Technical Skills (Must Have) CI/CD & Automation: GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, Helm Charts Scripting & APIs: Python, PowerShell, REST APIs Containerisation & Platforms: Kubernetes cluster build and application delivery Application Technologies: Apache NiFi, Elastic ECK, Artifactory Secrets Management: Hashicorp Vault Operating Systems: RedHat Linux and Windows Experience & Background Experience across the full software development life cycle Strong understanding of automation and DevOps tooling Knowledge of secure software delivery practices Comfortable working with multiple programming/Scripting languages Ability to collaborate across teams and support continuous improvement Key Details Contract Rate: £550-£600 per day Status: Outside IR35 Clearance: Active MOD DV clearance required Working Pattern: Option for condensed week (3 long days, paid for 5)
12/03/2026
Contractor
DV Cleared DevOps/Software Engineer - Contract £550-£600 per day | Outside IR35 Condensed week available - work 3 long days, paid for 5 Active MOD DV Clearance required We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared DevOps/Software Engineer to join a high-impact technical environment. This role suits someone who thrives in modern DevOps ecosystems, enjoys building secure, scalable platforms, and wants the flexibility of a condensed working week . You will work across the full software delivery life cycle , helping to design, build, automate, and maintain robust cloud-native and containerised platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters and application platforms Collaborate with engineers to develop, test, and release software efficiently Implement automation and infrastructure as code Ensure systems remain secure, resilient, and scalable Deliver software fixes, upgrades, and performance improvements Contribute to workflow improvements and DevOps best practices Technical Skills (Must Have) CI/CD & Automation: GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, Helm Charts Scripting & APIs: Python, PowerShell, REST APIs Containerisation & Platforms: Kubernetes cluster build and application delivery Application Technologies: Apache NiFi, Elastic ECK, Artifactory Secrets Management: Hashicorp Vault Operating Systems: RedHat Linux and Windows Experience & Background Experience across the full software development life cycle Strong understanding of automation and DevOps tooling Knowledge of secure software delivery practices Comfortable working with multiple programming/Scripting languages Ability to collaborate across teams and support continuous improvement Key Details Contract Rate: £550-£600 per day Status: Outside IR35 Clearance: Active MOD DV clearance required Working Pattern: Option for condensed week (3 long days, paid for 5)
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal AI/LLM Engineer Job Location: Rochester, Kent. Onsite Salary: Circa £75,000 depending on experience and skills Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. What you'll be doing: Architecture & Design Authority - Define / maintain the reference architecture for the BAE ES UK AI/LLM infrastructure across on-prem GPU clusters, virtualized environments. Experience in Engineering & Deployment - Deploy and maintain LLM inference, Implement RAG pipelines, Build CI/CD for AI models, Optimisation & Monitoring of the AI stack. Security, Compliance & Governance - Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, and Architecture Boards to ensure compliance with GDPR, BAE Global Cyber Security Standards, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA (if applicable). Mentoring other staff members. Presenting to senior leadership Te am. Core D uties: Proven experi ence d eploying AI/ML platforms in enterprise/on-prem environments Deep knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and infrastructure automation (Terraform, Helm, Ansible) Good experience with LLM frameworks (Hugging Face, vLLM, DeepSpeed, LangChain, Ray) Familiarity with message queues, API gateways, and service meshes for scalable inference environments Proven progra mming skills in Python; comfortable with concepts such as Bash, YAML, and CI pipelines The Electronic Systems IT team: BAE Systems, Electronic Systems IT (UK) based in Rochester have a strategic objective to rapidly expanding our use of AI over the coming years. To assist with this objective, we require a Principal AI/LLM Engineer to join our IT department. The Principal AI/LLM Engineer will serve as both a implementer and technical authority for our AI infrastructure. You will architect, deploy, tune, and monitor our Large Language Model (LLM) and AI stack across primarily on-premise environments with selective cloud integrations. This role spans MLOps and platform engineering, and implements AI governance, ensuring our AI capabilities are secure, performant, compliant, and aligned to long-term enterprise strategy. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence an d be empow ered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of sha red purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restr ictions . These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are elig ible to perform within the organisation. All applicants mu st as a mi n imum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants mu st typical l y ha ve 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow fo r meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 23rd March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. The refore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.