Graduate Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security Analyst / Engineer 3 days a week onsite (London or Leicester or Sunderland or Crewe or Derby or Luton) Permanent role with excellent salary + company benefits This person will receive all the training and paid qualifications to move into an Operational Technology Compliance Manager role. We're looking for an ambitious engineering graduate with at least 1 years' experience of working with Operational Technology (OT) who is keen to build a long-term career in cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Reporting into the Head of Information Security GRC and Group CISO this role sits within the Group Information Security team and offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering systems and cybersecurity. You will help ensure that operational technologies across this large global organisation are designed, deployed and maintained securely, supporting the protection of critical transport systems. You will receive structured training, mentoring and financial support to achieve industry-recognised cybersecurity certifications, while gaining hands-on experience working with engineers, technology teams and security specialists across the organisation. This role is ideal for someone who has worked with rail operational systems or similar and wants to transition into the rapidly growing field of Operational Technology security. What You'll Be Doing Working alongside experienced cybersecurity and engineering specialists, you will: Support the implementation of the Operational Technology security strategy across engineering and operational teams. Assist in applying recognised cyber security frameworks such as National Institute of Standards and Technology Cyber Security Framework and IEC 62443 to operational environments. Work with engineering teams to understand how operational systems such as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Programmable Logic Controller, and rail technologies like European Train Control System are designed and operated. Support the review of engineering designs to help ensure security considerations are included throughout the system lifecycle. Assist with vulnerability scanning, security assessments and assurance activities relating to operational technology systems. Work with the Security Operations Centre to help monitor and respond to security risks affecting operational environments. Help develop training materials and guidance for engineering teams on secure system design and operational practices. Contribute to security improvement plans following risk assessments or security testing. Training and Development As part of this role you will receive: Structured training in Operational Technology cybersecurity Mentoring from experienced cybersecurity and engineering professionals Financial support and study time for professional certifications such as: Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Security Manager ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Exposure to large-scale operational systems and real-world cybersecurity challenges Opportunities to grow into specialist OT security or cybersecurity leadership roles What We're Looking For Essential Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline Some practical experience of Operational Technology environments, such as industrial control systems, automation, or rail systems Understanding of technologies such as PLCs, SCADA, or industrial networks Interest in cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Good communication skills and ability to work with both engineering and technology teams Desirable Experience through internships, placements or projects involving operational technology systems Exposure to rail or transport engineering environments Basic awareness of cybersecurity concepts Interest in pursuing professional cybersecurity certifications This role provides an exceptional opportunity to build a career in one of the fastest-growing areas of cybersecurity: Operational Technology security. You will gain experience protecting systems that support real-world infrastructure and transport operations, while receiving the training and professional support needed to develop into a specialist OT cybersecurity professional so if you're interested in this role please send your CV asap.
03/04/2026
Full time
Graduate Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security Analyst / Engineer 3 days a week onsite (London or Leicester or Sunderland or Crewe or Derby or Luton) Permanent role with excellent salary + company benefits This person will receive all the training and paid qualifications to move into an Operational Technology Compliance Manager role. We're looking for an ambitious engineering graduate with at least 1 years' experience of working with Operational Technology (OT) who is keen to build a long-term career in cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Reporting into the Head of Information Security GRC and Group CISO this role sits within the Group Information Security team and offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering systems and cybersecurity. You will help ensure that operational technologies across this large global organisation are designed, deployed and maintained securely, supporting the protection of critical transport systems. You will receive structured training, mentoring and financial support to achieve industry-recognised cybersecurity certifications, while gaining hands-on experience working with engineers, technology teams and security specialists across the organisation. This role is ideal for someone who has worked with rail operational systems or similar and wants to transition into the rapidly growing field of Operational Technology security. What You'll Be Doing Working alongside experienced cybersecurity and engineering specialists, you will: Support the implementation of the Operational Technology security strategy across engineering and operational teams. Assist in applying recognised cyber security frameworks such as National Institute of Standards and Technology Cyber Security Framework and IEC 62443 to operational environments. Work with engineering teams to understand how operational systems such as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Programmable Logic Controller, and rail technologies like European Train Control System are designed and operated. Support the review of engineering designs to help ensure security considerations are included throughout the system lifecycle. Assist with vulnerability scanning, security assessments and assurance activities relating to operational technology systems. Work with the Security Operations Centre to help monitor and respond to security risks affecting operational environments. Help develop training materials and guidance for engineering teams on secure system design and operational practices. Contribute to security improvement plans following risk assessments or security testing. Training and Development As part of this role you will receive: Structured training in Operational Technology cybersecurity Mentoring from experienced cybersecurity and engineering professionals Financial support and study time for professional certifications such as: Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Security Manager ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Exposure to large-scale operational systems and real-world cybersecurity challenges Opportunities to grow into specialist OT security or cybersecurity leadership roles What We're Looking For Essential Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline Some practical experience of Operational Technology environments, such as industrial control systems, automation, or rail systems Understanding of technologies such as PLCs, SCADA, or industrial networks Interest in cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Good communication skills and ability to work with both engineering and technology teams Desirable Experience through internships, placements or projects involving operational technology systems Exposure to rail or transport engineering environments Basic awareness of cybersecurity concepts Interest in pursuing professional cybersecurity certifications This role provides an exceptional opportunity to build a career in one of the fastest-growing areas of cybersecurity: Operational Technology security. You will gain experience protecting systems that support real-world infrastructure and transport operations, while receiving the training and professional support needed to develop into a specialist OT cybersecurity professional so if you're interested in this role please send your CV asap.
Junior Fire & Security Engineer Location: London Salary: 25,000 - 30,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent An award-winning fire and security company based in London is looking for a motivated Junior Fire & Security Engineer to join their expanding team. With a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in the industry, the company has trained and developed some of the most skilled engineers in the UK. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with at least 1 year of experience in fire and security, electrical work, or data cabling to grow their career, gain hands-on experience across a wide range of systems, and work alongside a highly professional, supportive team committed to delivering the highest standards to their clients. What's on Offer: Salary of 25,000 - 30,000 depending on experience Paid training and development opportunities to fast-track your career 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company vehicle or mileage allowance Supportive and professional team environment Your Role Will Include: Installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire and security systems Assisting with fault finding and troubleshooting on-site Working across a variety of systems including CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and fire alarms Supporting senior engineers on larger installations and projects Ensuring work is completed to the highest quality and complies with industry standards Desirable Skills & Experience: At least 1 year of experience in fire and security, electrical work, or data cabling Electrical improver / electrician experience desirable 1st fix and 2nd fix experience Pulling cables, cable terminations, patch panels Knowledge of CAT5 / CAT6 / network infrastructure and data cabling Ability to use hand tools and perform cable routing (trunking, tray, conduit, basket) ECS / CSCS card, IPAF / PASMA desirable Some prior experience installing CCTV or electronic security systems is advantageous This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to join a company recognised for training and developing the best in the industry, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and career progression. Interested? If you're looking for a fresh opportunity with a company that values its engineers and invests in their development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or send your CV to (url removed) . For a confidential conversation, feel free to call and ask for Jordan. Alecto Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. YOU MAY BE A; Fire & Security Engineer, Fire Alarm Engineer, Fire Alarm Technician, Fire and Security Technician, Fire Alarm Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Intruder Service Engineer, Security Engineer, Intruder Alarm Engineer, Fire Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Electrician, Electrician. INDAV
03/04/2026
Full time
Junior Fire & Security Engineer Location: London Salary: 25,000 - 30,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent An award-winning fire and security company based in London is looking for a motivated Junior Fire & Security Engineer to join their expanding team. With a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in the industry, the company has trained and developed some of the most skilled engineers in the UK. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with at least 1 year of experience in fire and security, electrical work, or data cabling to grow their career, gain hands-on experience across a wide range of systems, and work alongside a highly professional, supportive team committed to delivering the highest standards to their clients. What's on Offer: Salary of 25,000 - 30,000 depending on experience Paid training and development opportunities to fast-track your career 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company vehicle or mileage allowance Supportive and professional team environment Your Role Will Include: Installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire and security systems Assisting with fault finding and troubleshooting on-site Working across a variety of systems including CCTV, intruder alarms, access control, and fire alarms Supporting senior engineers on larger installations and projects Ensuring work is completed to the highest quality and complies with industry standards Desirable Skills & Experience: At least 1 year of experience in fire and security, electrical work, or data cabling Electrical improver / electrician experience desirable 1st fix and 2nd fix experience Pulling cables, cable terminations, patch panels Knowledge of CAT5 / CAT6 / network infrastructure and data cabling Ability to use hand tools and perform cable routing (trunking, tray, conduit, basket) ECS / CSCS card, IPAF / PASMA desirable Some prior experience installing CCTV or electronic security systems is advantageous This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to join a company recognised for training and developing the best in the industry, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and career progression. Interested? If you're looking for a fresh opportunity with a company that values its engineers and invests in their development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or send your CV to (url removed) . For a confidential conversation, feel free to call and ask for Jordan. Alecto Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. YOU MAY BE A; Fire & Security Engineer, Fire Alarm Engineer, Fire Alarm Technician, Fire and Security Technician, Fire Alarm Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Intruder Service Engineer, Security Engineer, Intruder Alarm Engineer, Fire Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Electrician, Electrician. INDAV
Senior Data Engineer Hybrid-working (Manchester + Home-based) c£60,000 to £75,000 per year (DOE) Plus an excellent company benefits package (including Private Healthcare, Bonuses, Professional Accreditations and Subscriptions, 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, etc.) The Opportunity: We are supporting a leading IT Consultancy operating at the forefront of digital services and transformation across the UK public sector are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering modern, scalable data platforms that support critical national services. Working within collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams, you will take ownership of end-to-end data engineering delivery across greenfield and transformation initiatives. You will influence technical direction, guide engineering best practice, and support the development of high-quality, robust data services that operate at enterprise scale. You will be consulting across modern cloud ecosystems and data technologies, with opportunities to deepen expertise in Python, SQL, cloud-native data tooling, orchestration platforms and streaming technologies across AWS, Azure and GCP. Skills and Experience: Proven experience delivering production-grade data engineering solutions within complex environments Strong Python skills for building, testing and operating scalable data pipelines Experience working with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure or GCP) Strong SQL expertise and experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or Microsoft SQL Server Experience working with NoSQL technologies such as DynamoDB, MongoDB or similar Hands-on Kafka (or equivalent streaming) and workflow orchestration (Airflow) experience Strong understanding of data architecture patterns including data lakes, warehouses and event-driven architectures Experience of consulting across Agile delivery environments, implementing data quality, validation and monitoring frameworks Role and Responsibilities: Lead the design, build and delivery of data platforms and services across the full engineering life cycle Own technical delivery of data pipelines, models and platform components, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable and maintainable Design, develop and deploy ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform and optimise large-scale datasets Build and operate event-driven architectures (Kafka) and orchestrate workflows (Airflow) Apply strong data architecture principles across data lakes, warehouses and event-driven solutions Develop and maintain streaming pipelines using technologies such as Kafka Implement monitoring and observability solutions using tooling such as Prometheus and Grafana Ensure data quality, validation and governance processes are built into engineering workflows Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and stakeholders (client-facing), translating business requirements into robust engineering solutions Support delivery planning activities, including estimation, risk identification and dependency management Mentor and support other engineers, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and engineering excellence Applications: Please contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
03/04/2026
Full time
Senior Data Engineer Hybrid-working (Manchester + Home-based) c£60,000 to £75,000 per year (DOE) Plus an excellent company benefits package (including Private Healthcare, Bonuses, Professional Accreditations and Subscriptions, 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, etc.) The Opportunity: We are supporting a leading IT Consultancy operating at the forefront of digital services and transformation across the UK public sector are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering modern, scalable data platforms that support critical national services. Working within collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams, you will take ownership of end-to-end data engineering delivery across greenfield and transformation initiatives. You will influence technical direction, guide engineering best practice, and support the development of high-quality, robust data services that operate at enterprise scale. You will be consulting across modern cloud ecosystems and data technologies, with opportunities to deepen expertise in Python, SQL, cloud-native data tooling, orchestration platforms and streaming technologies across AWS, Azure and GCP. Skills and Experience: Proven experience delivering production-grade data engineering solutions within complex environments Strong Python skills for building, testing and operating scalable data pipelines Experience working with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure or GCP) Strong SQL expertise and experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or Microsoft SQL Server Experience working with NoSQL technologies such as DynamoDB, MongoDB or similar Hands-on Kafka (or equivalent streaming) and workflow orchestration (Airflow) experience Strong understanding of data architecture patterns including data lakes, warehouses and event-driven architectures Experience of consulting across Agile delivery environments, implementing data quality, validation and monitoring frameworks Role and Responsibilities: Lead the design, build and delivery of data platforms and services across the full engineering life cycle Own technical delivery of data pipelines, models and platform components, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable and maintainable Design, develop and deploy ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform and optimise large-scale datasets Build and operate event-driven architectures (Kafka) and orchestrate workflows (Airflow) Apply strong data architecture principles across data lakes, warehouses and event-driven solutions Develop and maintain streaming pipelines using technologies such as Kafka Implement monitoring and observability solutions using tooling such as Prometheus and Grafana Ensure data quality, validation and governance processes are built into engineering workflows Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and stakeholders (client-facing), translating business requirements into robust engineering solutions Support delivery planning activities, including estimation, risk identification and dependency management Mentor and support other engineers, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and engineering excellence Applications: Please contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Stevenage At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our Data Link Systems organisation, providing a world leading missile data link capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within Data Link Systems, working across the product lifecycle from research, the early concept phase, through full product design to production. These roles require a range of knowledge and experience from graduate to experienced engineers. Salary: up to £ 55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: can vary between 2 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: As part of our Data Link Systems team, you will work on the design and implementation of the cutting edge RF communication systems that are key to the success of our weapons systems. Our team has a presence at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. We collaborate broadly across MBDA with multiple disciplines to create high performance weapons systems for our Armed Forces. We are currently recruiting for the following roles: RF Systems Technical Leads RF Systems Engineers Algorithm / Modelling Engineers Signal Processing Engineers What we're looking for from you: We are interested in talking to RF systems engineers; Systems Engineering team leaders; experienced Systems Engineers with an interest in building their RF communications knowledge; Engineers from the RF domain with an interest in building their Systems Engineering skills; Engineers with modelling experience; Engineers with signal processing experience. We are looking for some of the following skills: RF / Microwave systems knowledge Requirements management and systems design Managing external suppliers with procurement team support Technical leadership of junior engineers Experience participating in, or leading design reviews across the product lifecycle Experience of coordinating the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification System level functionality proving, Software / Firmware integration and proving Familiarity with antenna systems System level RF modelling Familiarity with real-time digital signal processing for high data bandwidth systems Understanding of waveform design and implementation Systems modelling and Autocode generation experience Experience research based on technical publications Good communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written reports and presentations to internal and external customers Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
03/04/2026
Full time
Stevenage At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our Data Link Systems organisation, providing a world leading missile data link capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within Data Link Systems, working across the product lifecycle from research, the early concept phase, through full product design to production. These roles require a range of knowledge and experience from graduate to experienced engineers. Salary: up to £ 55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: can vary between 2 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: As part of our Data Link Systems team, you will work on the design and implementation of the cutting edge RF communication systems that are key to the success of our weapons systems. Our team has a presence at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. We collaborate broadly across MBDA with multiple disciplines to create high performance weapons systems for our Armed Forces. We are currently recruiting for the following roles: RF Systems Technical Leads RF Systems Engineers Algorithm / Modelling Engineers Signal Processing Engineers What we're looking for from you: We are interested in talking to RF systems engineers; Systems Engineering team leaders; experienced Systems Engineers with an interest in building their RF communications knowledge; Engineers from the RF domain with an interest in building their Systems Engineering skills; Engineers with modelling experience; Engineers with signal processing experience. We are looking for some of the following skills: RF / Microwave systems knowledge Requirements management and systems design Managing external suppliers with procurement team support Technical leadership of junior engineers Experience participating in, or leading design reviews across the product lifecycle Experience of coordinating the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification System level functionality proving, Software / Firmware integration and proving Familiarity with antenna systems System level RF modelling Familiarity with real-time digital signal processing for high data bandwidth systems Understanding of waveform design and implementation Systems modelling and Autocode generation experience Experience research based on technical publications Good communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written reports and presentations to internal and external customers Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
A dynamic and expanding engineering company, leading the way in advanced technical solutions, is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer. The primary focus of the role is developing C++ code for embedded electronic systems and products. The Role Design and develop robust software in C/C++ for embedded platforms Create and maintain technical documentation to support design decisions Ensure software operates reliably and meets functional specifications Shape the long-term direction of software architecture and capabilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative technology within real-world constraints Develop and maintain test suites, including unit and integration tests Implement and troubleshoot hardware interfaces and data protocols (e.g., CAN, UART, TCP/IP) Build and maintain user-facing applications using both commercial and open-source toolkits Work closely with hardware and firmware engineers to align system-level behaviour Assist in scoping projects, breaking down requirements, and mentoring junior engineers The Candidate Strong experience programming in C++ for embedded systems Experienced with testing practices and tools Experience working in Linux-based environments Exposure to platforms like Xilinx or PetaLinux whighly beneficial, but not essential A collaborative team player with an eye for clean, maintainable code The Offer Offering up to 60,000, hybrid working model with flexible working hours, private medical cover and relocation support available.
03/04/2026
Full time
A dynamic and expanding engineering company, leading the way in advanced technical solutions, is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer. The primary focus of the role is developing C++ code for embedded electronic systems and products. The Role Design and develop robust software in C/C++ for embedded platforms Create and maintain technical documentation to support design decisions Ensure software operates reliably and meets functional specifications Shape the long-term direction of software architecture and capabilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative technology within real-world constraints Develop and maintain test suites, including unit and integration tests Implement and troubleshoot hardware interfaces and data protocols (e.g., CAN, UART, TCP/IP) Build and maintain user-facing applications using both commercial and open-source toolkits Work closely with hardware and firmware engineers to align system-level behaviour Assist in scoping projects, breaking down requirements, and mentoring junior engineers The Candidate Strong experience programming in C++ for embedded systems Experienced with testing practices and tools Experience working in Linux-based environments Exposure to platforms like Xilinx or PetaLinux whighly beneficial, but not essential A collaborative team player with an eye for clean, maintainable code The Offer Offering up to 60,000, hybrid working model with flexible working hours, private medical cover and relocation support available.
Lead Full Stack Developer (React | TypeScript | Java | Spring) | Leeds City Centre, 4 days p/week in office | £60,000 - £75,000 I'm currently partnered with a global software provider delivering data-driven, high-performance web applications. They're looking for a Lead Web Developer to take ownership of a major Front End modernisation project and help guide the next phase of their product development. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced developer who thrives in a technical leadership role - someone who enjoys setting architectural direction, mentoring engineers, and remaining hands-on with code. The role: Lead the design and development of full stack web applications using React and TypeScript on the Front End, and Java/Spring on the Back End. Drive a key Front End migration project to deliver a cleaner, faster, and more scalable user experience. Define and uphold best engineering practices, performing code reviews and ensuring high-quality, maintainable code. Mentor and support junior and mid-level developers, fostering collaboration and growth across the team. Ensure performance, scalability, and security across all deployed applications. About you: 7+ years' commercial full stack development experience 2+ years in a senior or technical leadership capacity Strong experience with React, TypeScript, Java, Spring, and Hibernate Knowledge of RESTful APIs, SQL, and Front End tooling (Redux, React Query, testing frameworks) A passion for clean architecture, reusable code, and exceptional user experience Why join: You'll be joining an established technology business operating on a global scale, working with a highly skilled engineering team who value collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact - owning architecture, guiding modernisation, and shaping product direction. Benefits include: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid and flexible working options Private health insurance and life cover Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Sick pay Ongoing training and development support If you're a hands-on developer with a passion for modern web technologies and technical leadership, APPLY NOW! Lead Full Stack Developer (React | TypeScript | Java | Spring) | Leeds City Centre, 4 days p/week in office |£60,000 - £75,000 Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
02/04/2026
Full time
Lead Full Stack Developer (React | TypeScript | Java | Spring) | Leeds City Centre, 4 days p/week in office | £60,000 - £75,000 I'm currently partnered with a global software provider delivering data-driven, high-performance web applications. They're looking for a Lead Web Developer to take ownership of a major Front End modernisation project and help guide the next phase of their product development. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced developer who thrives in a technical leadership role - someone who enjoys setting architectural direction, mentoring engineers, and remaining hands-on with code. The role: Lead the design and development of full stack web applications using React and TypeScript on the Front End, and Java/Spring on the Back End. Drive a key Front End migration project to deliver a cleaner, faster, and more scalable user experience. Define and uphold best engineering practices, performing code reviews and ensuring high-quality, maintainable code. Mentor and support junior and mid-level developers, fostering collaboration and growth across the team. Ensure performance, scalability, and security across all deployed applications. About you: 7+ years' commercial full stack development experience 2+ years in a senior or technical leadership capacity Strong experience with React, TypeScript, Java, Spring, and Hibernate Knowledge of RESTful APIs, SQL, and Front End tooling (Redux, React Query, testing frameworks) A passion for clean architecture, reusable code, and exceptional user experience Why join: You'll be joining an established technology business operating on a global scale, working with a highly skilled engineering team who value collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact - owning architecture, guiding modernisation, and shaping product direction. Benefits include: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid and flexible working options Private health insurance and life cover Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Sick pay Ongoing training and development support If you're a hands-on developer with a passion for modern web technologies and technical leadership, APPLY NOW! Lead Full Stack Developer (React | TypeScript | Java | Spring) | Leeds City Centre, 4 days p/week in office |£60,000 - £75,000 Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Ringwood, Hampshire
IT Service Manager Position: Service Manager Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working Salary: £30 £33k DOE + Benefits + Company Profit Share Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role As a Service Manager, you will be part of an established service management team responsible for the day to day operation of business as usual support services. This includes allocating tasks, maintaining contractual KPI commitments, producing customer reports, and serving as an escalation point for both internal and external stakeholders. In addition, you will analyse operational data and metrics contributing to the problem management process to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for service improvement. You will also hold line management responsibilities, supporting and developing a team of Support Desk Engineers to ensure daily operations run effectively and organisational objectives are achieved. Duties Include: Maintain oversight of incident, requests and problem lifecycles, including service level management. Interpret data, identifying meaningful trends, uncover problems and highlight opportunities for improvement. Line management responsibilities for support desk colleagues. Management of major incidents tickets, ensuring tickets are aligned to the existing processes and lifecycle. Responsible for the management of customer escalations. Ownership of priority 1 and 2 tickets, following defined processes and ensuring priority tickets are managed through to resolution. Skills and Experience: Experience and knowledge of utilising ITIL v3/v4 best practice. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to prioritise workload, balancing multiple demands while maintaining service quality. Willingness to learn and succeed. Experience managing SLAs and KPIs to ensure consistent, high quality service delivery. The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. Some travel to customer sites may be involved, so you must have a full UK driving license. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free). 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Birthday as additional paid leave. Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance). Company sick pay policy. Pension Scheme. Private Medical Insurance including Dental. Free Parking. Hybrid Working. Progression opportunities. Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Our Client Our client has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. They are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. They are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Their core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. They encourage progression within their organisation for their colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join their friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.
02/04/2026
Full time
IT Service Manager Position: Service Manager Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working Salary: £30 £33k DOE + Benefits + Company Profit Share Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role As a Service Manager, you will be part of an established service management team responsible for the day to day operation of business as usual support services. This includes allocating tasks, maintaining contractual KPI commitments, producing customer reports, and serving as an escalation point for both internal and external stakeholders. In addition, you will analyse operational data and metrics contributing to the problem management process to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for service improvement. You will also hold line management responsibilities, supporting and developing a team of Support Desk Engineers to ensure daily operations run effectively and organisational objectives are achieved. Duties Include: Maintain oversight of incident, requests and problem lifecycles, including service level management. Interpret data, identifying meaningful trends, uncover problems and highlight opportunities for improvement. Line management responsibilities for support desk colleagues. Management of major incidents tickets, ensuring tickets are aligned to the existing processes and lifecycle. Responsible for the management of customer escalations. Ownership of priority 1 and 2 tickets, following defined processes and ensuring priority tickets are managed through to resolution. Skills and Experience: Experience and knowledge of utilising ITIL v3/v4 best practice. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to prioritise workload, balancing multiple demands while maintaining service quality. Willingness to learn and succeed. Experience managing SLAs and KPIs to ensure consistent, high quality service delivery. The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. Some travel to customer sites may be involved, so you must have a full UK driving license. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free). 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Birthday as additional paid leave. Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance). Company sick pay policy. Pension Scheme. Private Medical Insurance including Dental. Free Parking. Hybrid Working. Progression opportunities. Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Our Client Our client has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. They are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. They are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Their core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. They encourage progression within their organisation for their colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join their friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.
Senior Support Engineer About Our Client Our client is a young, design-led healthcare technology company helping over 2,000 private doctors across the UK run their practices more effectively and efficiently, with their web and mobile platform, and hundreds of thousands of their patients. For too long, medical software has been clunky, user-hostile and complicated, and they are changing that. Several customers have independently described them as the Apple of practice management software . They are a bootstrapped, profitable and remote-first company of 25 people with 6 Full Stack Engineers including the company s founder. Having been remote from day one, they fully believe in its benefits. They do have a lovely office in London by the river for in-person collaboration when required, but this is not mandatory as they know some like in-person working and some prefer fully remote. About You Our client is looking for a Senior Support Engineer who thrives on solving real customer problems through hands-on technical work. You ll sit at the intersection of their support, engineering, and data migration teams a true technical generalist who enjoys variety. This is a great fit for a strong Developer who wants to take full ownership of debugging, fixing, and enhancing real-world product issues that impact doctors and patients. You ll work on: Investigating and resolving bugs or issues raised by our client s team of Customer Support Specialists. Making small-to-medium feature tweaks (e.g. modifying exports, adjusting logic). Writing Ruby scripts and jobs for post-migration data cleanup or updates. Collaborating with Developers and support staff to triage, prioritise, and resolve issues. Delivering small fixes to production regularly and reliably. What they are looking for: Strong experience with Ruby on Rails (Rails 7, Ruby 3.4). Proficiency with React, TypeScript / JavaScript, and PostgreSQL. Comfort working in a Linux-based environment (AWS ECS, command line). Great debugging and troubleshooting skills you enjoy getting to the root of problems. Fluent, friendly communication especially with non-technical users. A proactive, independent mindset you get things done without handholding. You must be located within GMT / BST 3 time zones and available during UK working hours (typically 9am 5:30pm). Nice to have: Sysadmin experience. Experience supporting SaaS products or working closely with support teams. Why join our client? Fully remote with flexible working, based around UK hours. Meaningful product used by thousands of doctors and patients every day. Calm, supportive, and highly autonomous culture. Direct involvement in product decisions and fixes that impact real people. Competitive salary.
02/04/2026
Full time
Senior Support Engineer About Our Client Our client is a young, design-led healthcare technology company helping over 2,000 private doctors across the UK run their practices more effectively and efficiently, with their web and mobile platform, and hundreds of thousands of their patients. For too long, medical software has been clunky, user-hostile and complicated, and they are changing that. Several customers have independently described them as the Apple of practice management software . They are a bootstrapped, profitable and remote-first company of 25 people with 6 Full Stack Engineers including the company s founder. Having been remote from day one, they fully believe in its benefits. They do have a lovely office in London by the river for in-person collaboration when required, but this is not mandatory as they know some like in-person working and some prefer fully remote. About You Our client is looking for a Senior Support Engineer who thrives on solving real customer problems through hands-on technical work. You ll sit at the intersection of their support, engineering, and data migration teams a true technical generalist who enjoys variety. This is a great fit for a strong Developer who wants to take full ownership of debugging, fixing, and enhancing real-world product issues that impact doctors and patients. You ll work on: Investigating and resolving bugs or issues raised by our client s team of Customer Support Specialists. Making small-to-medium feature tweaks (e.g. modifying exports, adjusting logic). Writing Ruby scripts and jobs for post-migration data cleanup or updates. Collaborating with Developers and support staff to triage, prioritise, and resolve issues. Delivering small fixes to production regularly and reliably. What they are looking for: Strong experience with Ruby on Rails (Rails 7, Ruby 3.4). Proficiency with React, TypeScript / JavaScript, and PostgreSQL. Comfort working in a Linux-based environment (AWS ECS, command line). Great debugging and troubleshooting skills you enjoy getting to the root of problems. Fluent, friendly communication especially with non-technical users. A proactive, independent mindset you get things done without handholding. You must be located within GMT / BST 3 time zones and available during UK working hours (typically 9am 5:30pm). Nice to have: Sysadmin experience. Experience supporting SaaS products or working closely with support teams. Why join our client? Fully remote with flexible working, based around UK hours. Meaningful product used by thousands of doctors and patients every day. Calm, supportive, and highly autonomous culture. Direct involvement in product decisions and fixes that impact real people. Competitive salary.
Senior Agile Delivery Manager 12-month Contract - Inside IR35 - up to 600 per day Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham based (must be local to one of these offices) - Hybrid working - 3 days office based Previous experience working on government projects highly desirable Role Context The client is forming a new software engineering team to address a defined backlog of 20-30 items focused on service security, testability, resilience and recoverability. This role is not a coordination-only delivery role. We require a highly experienced Delivery Manager who can operate immediately and sustainably in a hands-on Scrum Master / agile delivery capacity, working directly with engineers on day-to-day delivery. You will work closely with a Senior Technical Business Analyst and Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable before and during active sprint delivery. Core Purpose The Senior Agile Delivery Manager is a technical delivery leader responsible for the hands-on delivery of software within a modern engineering environment. You will: Lead agile ceremonies, Actively manage delivery risks and dependencies, Influence and engage senior stakeholders, and Enable engineering teams to deliver high-quality software outcomes. Recent, applied experience leading software development teams is essential. Statements of capability or aspiration without evidence will not be considered sufficient. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team on a day-to-day basis. Lead sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Actively remove delivery blockers and manage scope, flow and prioritisation. Maintain delivery momentum across a sustained period of active build work. Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work directly with software developers, testers and DevOps engineers. Understand and manage delivery within modern software engineering lifecycles. Engage confidently with technical discussions and trade-offs. Support delivery across complex technical concerns (e.g. resilience, security, recoverability). Senior Stakeholder Influence Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Provide clear, evidence-based delivery reporting. Build trust through consistent delivery performance and transparency. Planning, Coordination & Reporting Maintain and refine prioritised backlogs with Product Managers and technical leads. Proactively manage risks, issues and cross-team dependencies. Use Jira effectively for planning, tracking and reporting at team and initiative level. Complete delivery-related governance and change activity (e.g. ServiceNow). Essential Skills & Experience (Mandatory) Recent, hands-on agile delivery experience with software development teams Operating as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager in active software build Delivery within modern engineering environments, including: o Version control (e.g. Git) o CI/CD pipelines o Cloud-native or platform-based services Strong senior stakeholder engagement and influence Practical experience managing delivery risks, dependencies and complex backlogs High proficiency in Jira (team and programme level) SFIA Level 6 capability demonstrated through applied experience, not role titles Technical Environment (Experience Required) The successful candidate will have worked recently and directly with engineering teams using technologies and practices such as: Cloud platforms (e.g. Azure and/or AWS) as part of software delivery, not migration only Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices Automated testing and quality practices Secure, resilient digital services Desirable Experience Experience with platform engineering or data engineering teams Previous experience working within UK government digital services Use of ServiceNow for delivery/change processes Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
02/04/2026
Contractor
Senior Agile Delivery Manager 12-month Contract - Inside IR35 - up to 600 per day Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham based (must be local to one of these offices) - Hybrid working - 3 days office based Previous experience working on government projects highly desirable Role Context The client is forming a new software engineering team to address a defined backlog of 20-30 items focused on service security, testability, resilience and recoverability. This role is not a coordination-only delivery role. We require a highly experienced Delivery Manager who can operate immediately and sustainably in a hands-on Scrum Master / agile delivery capacity, working directly with engineers on day-to-day delivery. You will work closely with a Senior Technical Business Analyst and Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable before and during active sprint delivery. Core Purpose The Senior Agile Delivery Manager is a technical delivery leader responsible for the hands-on delivery of software within a modern engineering environment. You will: Lead agile ceremonies, Actively manage delivery risks and dependencies, Influence and engage senior stakeholders, and Enable engineering teams to deliver high-quality software outcomes. Recent, applied experience leading software development teams is essential. Statements of capability or aspiration without evidence will not be considered sufficient. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team on a day-to-day basis. Lead sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Actively remove delivery blockers and manage scope, flow and prioritisation. Maintain delivery momentum across a sustained period of active build work. Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work directly with software developers, testers and DevOps engineers. Understand and manage delivery within modern software engineering lifecycles. Engage confidently with technical discussions and trade-offs. Support delivery across complex technical concerns (e.g. resilience, security, recoverability). Senior Stakeholder Influence Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Provide clear, evidence-based delivery reporting. Build trust through consistent delivery performance and transparency. Planning, Coordination & Reporting Maintain and refine prioritised backlogs with Product Managers and technical leads. Proactively manage risks, issues and cross-team dependencies. Use Jira effectively for planning, tracking and reporting at team and initiative level. Complete delivery-related governance and change activity (e.g. ServiceNow). Essential Skills & Experience (Mandatory) Recent, hands-on agile delivery experience with software development teams Operating as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager in active software build Delivery within modern engineering environments, including: o Version control (e.g. Git) o CI/CD pipelines o Cloud-native or platform-based services Strong senior stakeholder engagement and influence Practical experience managing delivery risks, dependencies and complex backlogs High proficiency in Jira (team and programme level) SFIA Level 6 capability demonstrated through applied experience, not role titles Technical Environment (Experience Required) The successful candidate will have worked recently and directly with engineering teams using technologies and practices such as: Cloud platforms (e.g. Azure and/or AWS) as part of software delivery, not migration only Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices Automated testing and quality practices Secure, resilient digital services Desirable Experience Experience with platform engineering or data engineering teams Previous experience working within UK government digital services Use of ServiceNow for delivery/change processes Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Contract Full-Stack JavaScript Developer - Node & Angular 6 month contract (extensions likely) £400 per day - Inside IR35 60% Hybrid in Newcastle Opus is supporting a major migration programme for a UK Government department , delivered via a leading consultancy. This programme supports mission critical services dealing with high user volumes, sensitive data, and complex business processes. We're hiring Node.js & Angular Engineers to play a key role in Front End modernisation and service delivery. What You'll Be Doing Supporting and delivering a large scale Angular migration Building Front End applications using Angular & TypeScript Developing Back End services with Node.js & Express Writing test driven code ( Jest ) Working within CI/CD pipelines Improving automation and Front End standards Ensuring accessibility and WCAG compliance Contributing to architecture and best practice across teams Required Experience Strong experience with Angular (priority) Node.js & Express TypeScript TDD and automated testing CI/CD experience Experience working on large, complex digital platforms Agile delivery experience Nice to Have Kubernetes or containerisation exposure (Docker) Cloud experience ( AWS or Azure ) Public sector/government projects SQL/NoSQL databases, Redis SC eligibility (not mandatory) Apply now or reach out to discuss contract details and team fit.
02/04/2026
Contractor
Contract Full-Stack JavaScript Developer - Node & Angular 6 month contract (extensions likely) £400 per day - Inside IR35 60% Hybrid in Newcastle Opus is supporting a major migration programme for a UK Government department , delivered via a leading consultancy. This programme supports mission critical services dealing with high user volumes, sensitive data, and complex business processes. We're hiring Node.js & Angular Engineers to play a key role in Front End modernisation and service delivery. What You'll Be Doing Supporting and delivering a large scale Angular migration Building Front End applications using Angular & TypeScript Developing Back End services with Node.js & Express Writing test driven code ( Jest ) Working within CI/CD pipelines Improving automation and Front End standards Ensuring accessibility and WCAG compliance Contributing to architecture and best practice across teams Required Experience Strong experience with Angular (priority) Node.js & Express TypeScript TDD and automated testing CI/CD experience Experience working on large, complex digital platforms Agile delivery experience Nice to Have Kubernetes or containerisation exposure (Docker) Cloud experience ( AWS or Azure ) Public sector/government projects SQL/NoSQL databases, Redis SC eligibility (not mandatory) Apply now or reach out to discuss contract details and team fit.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Salary: £73,000 - £80,000 GBP Location: Cambridge, UK Contract: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week. Join our team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment and utilise your skills to make a real difference! As a full-stack web developer, you'll be adept and thrive in creating cutting-edge eLearning solutions with Typescript and ReactJS. Collaborate with a talented team of professionals to develop software that fits the unique business demands. By contributing to our platforms, you'll elevate our customers' experiences in meaningful ways. Take the opportunity to mentor up to two software engineers, nurturing their growth while propelling your own career forward within this organisation and innovate. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Proactively lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles, best practices and guidance within the English Engineering team. Actively develop and maintain complex, feature-rich web services and applications with different technologies but primarily Typescript. Design and develop solutions that maximize the use of our Amazon AWS partner agreement. Participate and lead paired programming activities. Engage, participate and lead in the code review process with a focus to ensure the highest quality of code is produced. Demonstrate agile development practices. Closely work within a cross-functional team including design, UX, Architects, Developers, QA, Product owners and Business stakeholders. Ensure all software produced is robust by contributing to a testing strategy. Participate as a lead member in the requirements gathering process focusing on technical requirements and generating requirements from a product vision. Advise and collaborate with other Lead Software Engineers and Engineering management to help develop and maintain our data products. About you 7+ years' or relative experience in full-stack development. JavaScript/Typescript is preferred but Python and Java are also desirable. A strong understanding of coding best practices, frameworks, code architecture, object orientation and new arising technologies. Experience in Agile development teams whether it be Scrum, Scrumban, Kanban or a scaled agile frameworks. Proactive and ability to think flexibly and quickly. Ability to research and learn new technologies and understand technical specifications. Natural problem solver. Good team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay open-minded, listen and learn from feedback across the business to enable continuous improvement and engineering excellence. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 13th April. Interviews will take place during the campaign and it will be closed then successful person is met in this time. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Lead Software Engineer - UK.pdf (115.86 KB)
02/04/2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Salary: £73,000 - £80,000 GBP Location: Cambridge, UK Contract: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week. Join our team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment and utilise your skills to make a real difference! As a full-stack web developer, you'll be adept and thrive in creating cutting-edge eLearning solutions with Typescript and ReactJS. Collaborate with a talented team of professionals to develop software that fits the unique business demands. By contributing to our platforms, you'll elevate our customers' experiences in meaningful ways. Take the opportunity to mentor up to two software engineers, nurturing their growth while propelling your own career forward within this organisation and innovate. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Proactively lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles, best practices and guidance within the English Engineering team. Actively develop and maintain complex, feature-rich web services and applications with different technologies but primarily Typescript. Design and develop solutions that maximize the use of our Amazon AWS partner agreement. Participate and lead paired programming activities. Engage, participate and lead in the code review process with a focus to ensure the highest quality of code is produced. Demonstrate agile development practices. Closely work within a cross-functional team including design, UX, Architects, Developers, QA, Product owners and Business stakeholders. Ensure all software produced is robust by contributing to a testing strategy. Participate as a lead member in the requirements gathering process focusing on technical requirements and generating requirements from a product vision. Advise and collaborate with other Lead Software Engineers and Engineering management to help develop and maintain our data products. About you 7+ years' or relative experience in full-stack development. JavaScript/Typescript is preferred but Python and Java are also desirable. A strong understanding of coding best practices, frameworks, code architecture, object orientation and new arising technologies. Experience in Agile development teams whether it be Scrum, Scrumban, Kanban or a scaled agile frameworks. Proactive and ability to think flexibly and quickly. Ability to research and learn new technologies and understand technical specifications. Natural problem solver. Good team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay open-minded, listen and learn from feedback across the business to enable continuous improvement and engineering excellence. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 13th April. Interviews will take place during the campaign and it will be closed then successful person is met in this time. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Lead Software Engineer - UK.pdf (115.86 KB)
All these roles are OUTSIDE IR35 and Expenses are payable. ROLE An experienced automation engineer with a marine background, who can read P&IDs and configure graphics and datapoints using InkScape or similar. • Experience with InkScape • Proven ability with WINMON would be desirable. • Knowledge of HMI design. • Familiarity with SCADA or DCS control systems. • Familiarity with P&ID drawings. • Experience of structured programming languages an advantage e.g. C, C++, Structured Text. • Competent in computer technology and Ethernet network. • Ability to work well within a team whilst at the same time demonstrating initiative and the ability to work without supervision. • Ability to interpret complex documents • Low level programming is a requirement, along with network experience. ROLE Deep understanding of programming languages such as C/C++, Structured Text (ST), etc. and must be open to learn the WINMON language. The automation coder should ideally have experience in the marine industry and / or an understanding of marine type approval (DNV/LV) WinMon language should be transferable skills with somebody who has a C/C++ background. Most modern PLC applications support ST and C/C++. ROLE Functional Design Specification (FDS) and mainly specifications for the client systems. The FDS engineer must have a deep understanding of automation design. The FDS design engineer should have experience in the marine industry and/or an understanding of marine type approval (DNV/LV) Automation experience and be capable of writing Functional Design Specifications. ROLE The implementor should have a fundamental knowledge in programming with Codesys as well as in all corresponding programming languages e.g. Structured text. Knowledge of PLC application software design and architecture Understanding of propulsion control systems and corresponding components is required (PLC SPS , Panels, ethernet routers and switches, etc.) Deep understanding of OPC/UA especially regarding the implementation of communication signals. Ability to work with agile software development processes such as Scrum and respective tools e.g. JIRA. An automation engineer with a marine background, who has experience of Codesys or similar). PLC background would be acceptable, ideally with exposure to OPC UA server/client connectivity ROLE Detailed Design Engineer incl. Documentation The detailed design engineers must know how to write a technical document including supporting activities Knowledge of implementing System Safety e.g. FMEA, FMECA, Risk Analysis, etc. Knowledge of Functional Safety specifically IEC61508 Understanding of ISO 9001 and relevant processes Ideally have a background in the marine industry and/or an understanding of marine type approval (DNV/LV). Background in automation marine applications, with exposure to IEC61508 and FMEA (for marine certifying applications). Desirable: TUV FS Eng DNV marine certification
02/04/2026
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All these roles are OUTSIDE IR35 and Expenses are payable. ROLE An experienced automation engineer with a marine background, who can read P&IDs and configure graphics and datapoints using InkScape or similar. • Experience with InkScape • Proven ability with WINMON would be desirable. • Knowledge of HMI design. • Familiarity with SCADA or DCS control systems. • Familiarity with P&ID drawings. • Experience of structured programming languages an advantage e.g. C, C++, Structured Text. • Competent in computer technology and Ethernet network. • Ability to work well within a team whilst at the same time demonstrating initiative and the ability to work without supervision. • Ability to interpret complex documents • Low level programming is a requirement, along with network experience. ROLE Deep understanding of programming languages such as C/C++, Structured Text (ST), etc. and must be open to learn the WINMON language. The automation coder should ideally have experience in the marine industry and / or an understanding of marine type approval (DNV/LV) WinMon language should be transferable skills with somebody who has a C/C++ background. Most modern PLC applications support ST and C/C++. ROLE Functional Design Specification (FDS) and mainly specifications for the client systems. The FDS engineer must have a deep understanding of automation design. The FDS design engineer should have experience in the marine industry and/or an understanding of marine type approval (DNV/LV) Automation experience and be capable of writing Functional Design Specifications. ROLE The implementor should have a fundamental knowledge in programming with Codesys as well as in all corresponding programming languages e.g. Structured text. Knowledge of PLC application software design and architecture Understanding of propulsion control systems and corresponding components is required (PLC SPS , Panels, ethernet routers and switches, etc.) Deep understanding of OPC/UA especially regarding the implementation of communication signals. Ability to work with agile software development processes such as Scrum and respective tools e.g. JIRA. An automation engineer with a marine background, who has experience of Codesys or similar). PLC background would be acceptable, ideally with exposure to OPC UA server/client connectivity ROLE Detailed Design Engineer incl. Documentation The detailed design engineers must know how to write a technical document including supporting activities Knowledge of implementing System Safety e.g. FMEA, FMECA, Risk Analysis, etc. Knowledge of Functional Safety specifically IEC61508 Understanding of ISO 9001 and relevant processes Ideally have a background in the marine industry and/or an understanding of marine type approval (DNV/LV). Background in automation marine applications, with exposure to IEC61508 and FMEA (for marine certifying applications). Desirable: TUV FS Eng DNV marine certification
Role : Senior Agile Delivery Manager Duration : 12 months Day rate : (Apply online only) per day ( inside IR35) Locations : Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham On-site : Minimum 60% office attendance (Hybrid) In this role you would join a newly formed software engineering team focused on a defined backlog of 20-30 items around service security, testability, resilience and recoverability . This is very much a hands-on delivery role - not a coordination-only position. What you would be doing Acting as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team day to day. Leading sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Removing blockers, managing scope, flow and prioritisation to maintain strong delivery momentum. Working closely with engineers, a Senior Technical BA and an Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable. Managing risks, dependencies and complex backlogs, using Jira at both team and initiative level. Providing clear, evidence-based reporting and influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Technical environment (you should be comfortable operating in most of these areas): Cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS as part of software product delivery (not migration-only). CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices. Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform). Automated testing and quality practices. Secure, resilient digital services. What the client is specifically looking for Recent, hands-on agile delivery with software development teams in active build. Experience acting as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager embedded with engineers. Practical experience with version control (e.g. Git), CI/CD and cloud-native or platform-based services. Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to challenge and influence at senior level. High proficiency in Jira , plus familiarity with delivery governance tools (e.g. ServiceNow is a bonus). Experience focused only on cloud migrations, Dynamics CRM or purely integration/database projects will not be sufficient unless there is clear, recent evidence of end-to-end software product delivery. Why it might interest you Opportunity to lead delivery in a modern engineering setup where agile ways of working are taken seriously. Clear, technically focused backlog around security, resilience and reliability - not a vague transformation brief. Influential position engaging directly with senior stakeholders on a visible digital initiative. If you are within a realistic commute of Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham and this aligns with your recent experience, I would be keen to share more details and understand your availability and expectations.
01/04/2026
Contractor
Role : Senior Agile Delivery Manager Duration : 12 months Day rate : (Apply online only) per day ( inside IR35) Locations : Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham On-site : Minimum 60% office attendance (Hybrid) In this role you would join a newly formed software engineering team focused on a defined backlog of 20-30 items around service security, testability, resilience and recoverability . This is very much a hands-on delivery role - not a coordination-only position. What you would be doing Acting as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team day to day. Leading sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Removing blockers, managing scope, flow and prioritisation to maintain strong delivery momentum. Working closely with engineers, a Senior Technical BA and an Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable. Managing risks, dependencies and complex backlogs, using Jira at both team and initiative level. Providing clear, evidence-based reporting and influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Technical environment (you should be comfortable operating in most of these areas): Cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS as part of software product delivery (not migration-only). CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices. Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform). Automated testing and quality practices. Secure, resilient digital services. What the client is specifically looking for Recent, hands-on agile delivery with software development teams in active build. Experience acting as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager embedded with engineers. Practical experience with version control (e.g. Git), CI/CD and cloud-native or platform-based services. Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to challenge and influence at senior level. High proficiency in Jira , plus familiarity with delivery governance tools (e.g. ServiceNow is a bonus). Experience focused only on cloud migrations, Dynamics CRM or purely integration/database projects will not be sufficient unless there is clear, recent evidence of end-to-end software product delivery. Why it might interest you Opportunity to lead delivery in a modern engineering setup where agile ways of working are taken seriously. Clear, technically focused backlog around security, resilience and reliability - not a vague transformation brief. Influential position engaging directly with senior stakeholders on a visible digital initiative. If you are within a realistic commute of Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham and this aligns with your recent experience, I would be keen to share more details and understand your availability and expectations.
Role: SC Cleared Network Engineer Location: Farnborough (2 to 3 days per week onsite) Length: 6 months Rate: 750 to 800 via umbrella CANDIDATES MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE AND BE SOLE UK NATIONALS DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE WORK AND INDUSTRY The Role As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering engineering excellence across one or more technology domains by providing deep technical insight, drive continuous improvement, and ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with strategic objectives. Day-to-day, you'll lead the design, implementation and support of complex technology solutions, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. As the Senior Engineer, you will also act as a technical authority, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams to deliver integrated solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the design, implementation and support of enterprise-grade solutions across one or more technology domains Take ownership of complex technical deliverables, ensuring quality, performance, and alignment with architectural and strategic standards and provide technical leadership and mentoring to Engineers and Associate Engineers, supporting their development and integration into the team Collaborate with principal engineers, architects and capability leads to align engineering outputs with strategic goals Represent engineering in cross-functional discussions, influencing decisions and driving alignment across teams Contribute to technology roadmaps and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with security, performance and operational standards and proactively identify and mitigate risks across engineering deliverables and service operations Essential experience of the Senior Network Engineer: Experience with large-scale, multi-site enterprise networks across LAN, WAN, datacentre, and hybrid-cloudoud environments Knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, WI-FI and Network Authentication Protocols (e.g. 802.1x), across Cisco Catalyst/Nexus/WLC, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Dell products. Familiarity with Cisco, Palo Alto, and F5 security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion prevention/detection systems, and network access control solutions Eperience with software defined Networking including virtualization technologies such as VMWare NSX-T Experience in producing detailed network designs and documentation aligned with business and security requirements Has experience with network automation, supported by development teams Essential qualifications for the Senior Network Engineer: CCNP or equivalent industry experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough. To cover shift patterns between (Apply online only) GMT you may be asked to work at specific times. As part of a commitment to maintaining high service availability and rapid incident response, this role will be required to participate in an on-call rota. This responsibility reflects the trust placed in the role to act swiftly and decisively when critical systems are impacted. At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.
01/04/2026
Contractor
Role: SC Cleared Network Engineer Location: Farnborough (2 to 3 days per week onsite) Length: 6 months Rate: 750 to 800 via umbrella CANDIDATES MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE AND BE SOLE UK NATIONALS DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE WORK AND INDUSTRY The Role As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering engineering excellence across one or more technology domains by providing deep technical insight, drive continuous improvement, and ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with strategic objectives. Day-to-day, you'll lead the design, implementation and support of complex technology solutions, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. As the Senior Engineer, you will also act as a technical authority, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams to deliver integrated solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the design, implementation and support of enterprise-grade solutions across one or more technology domains Take ownership of complex technical deliverables, ensuring quality, performance, and alignment with architectural and strategic standards and provide technical leadership and mentoring to Engineers and Associate Engineers, supporting their development and integration into the team Collaborate with principal engineers, architects and capability leads to align engineering outputs with strategic goals Represent engineering in cross-functional discussions, influencing decisions and driving alignment across teams Contribute to technology roadmaps and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with security, performance and operational standards and proactively identify and mitigate risks across engineering deliverables and service operations Essential experience of the Senior Network Engineer: Experience with large-scale, multi-site enterprise networks across LAN, WAN, datacentre, and hybrid-cloudoud environments Knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, WI-FI and Network Authentication Protocols (e.g. 802.1x), across Cisco Catalyst/Nexus/WLC, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Dell products. Familiarity with Cisco, Palo Alto, and F5 security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion prevention/detection systems, and network access control solutions Eperience with software defined Networking including virtualization technologies such as VMWare NSX-T Experience in producing detailed network designs and documentation aligned with business and security requirements Has experience with network automation, supported by development teams Essential qualifications for the Senior Network Engineer: CCNP or equivalent industry experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough. To cover shift patterns between (Apply online only) GMT you may be asked to work at specific times. As part of a commitment to maintaining high service availability and rapid incident response, this role will be required to participate in an on-call rota. This responsibility reflects the trust placed in the role to act swiftly and decisively when critical systems are impacted. At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.
Senior Agile Delivery Manager (Contract) Duration: 12 Months Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate: Up to 600/day via Umbrella + Expenses Location: Leeds, Newcastle or Birmingham (60% Onsite Requirement) Opportunity Overview A large, complex organisation is seeking a Senior Agile Delivery Manager to support the delivery of a newly formed software engineering team. This team will focus on a defined backlog of critical improvements across service security, resilience, testability, and recoverability. This is a hands-on delivery role, not a coordination position. You will operate as an embedded Scrum Master within an active engineering team, working closely with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers to drive high-quality software delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring backlogs are technically ready, prioritised, and executable, working in close partnership with architecture and business analysis functions. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager within a live software engineering environment Lead core agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives Actively remove blockers and manage delivery flow, scope, and prioritisation Maintain consistent delivery momentum across sustained build activity Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work closely with engineers across development, testing, and DevOps Operate effectively within modern software delivery lifecycles Engage confidently in technical discussions, trade-offs, and challenges Support delivery across complex areas such as security, resilience, and recoverability Senior Stakeholder Engagement Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders Provide clear, evidence-based reporting on delivery progress Build trust through transparency and consistent performance Planning, Coordination & Governance Collaborate with Product Managers and technical leads to maintain prioritised backlogs Proactively manage risks, issues, and cross-team dependencies Utilise Jira for detailed planning, tracking, and reporting Support governance and change processes where required Essential Skills and Experience Recent, hands-on experience delivering software within agile engineering teams Proven track record operating as a Scrum Master or Delivery Manager in active build environments Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices, including: Version control (e.g. Git) CI/CD pipelines Cloud-native or platform-based architectures Experience working directly with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers Ability to manage complex delivery risks, dependencies, and backlogs Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at a senior level High proficiency in Jira for team and programme-level delivery Demonstrable experience aligned to senior capability (e.g. SFIA Level 6 equivalent) CV evidence must clearly outline delivery outcomes, technical context, and problem-solving approach Technical Environment Cloud platforms (e.g. AWS and/or Azure) within active software delivery environments Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and DevOps practices Automated testing and quality engineering approaches Secure and resilient digital service delivery Desirable Experience Experience working with platform or data engineering teams Exposure to large-scale, regulated or public sector environments Familiarity with service management or change tools (e.g. ServiceNow) Location & Working Pattern Primary locations: Newcastle, Leeds, or Birmingham Minimum 60% on-site presence required Candidates must live within a realistic commuting distance (approximately 90 minutes) for sustained attendance What's on Offer 12-month contract engagement Competitive day rate via umbrella Opportunity to work within a high-impact, delivery-focused engineering environment Exposure to complex, large-scale digital services Application Process For further information or to apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
01/04/2026
Full time
Senior Agile Delivery Manager (Contract) Duration: 12 Months Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate: Up to 600/day via Umbrella + Expenses Location: Leeds, Newcastle or Birmingham (60% Onsite Requirement) Opportunity Overview A large, complex organisation is seeking a Senior Agile Delivery Manager to support the delivery of a newly formed software engineering team. This team will focus on a defined backlog of critical improvements across service security, resilience, testability, and recoverability. This is a hands-on delivery role, not a coordination position. You will operate as an embedded Scrum Master within an active engineering team, working closely with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers to drive high-quality software delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring backlogs are technically ready, prioritised, and executable, working in close partnership with architecture and business analysis functions. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager within a live software engineering environment Lead core agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives Actively remove blockers and manage delivery flow, scope, and prioritisation Maintain consistent delivery momentum across sustained build activity Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work closely with engineers across development, testing, and DevOps Operate effectively within modern software delivery lifecycles Engage confidently in technical discussions, trade-offs, and challenges Support delivery across complex areas such as security, resilience, and recoverability Senior Stakeholder Engagement Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders Provide clear, evidence-based reporting on delivery progress Build trust through transparency and consistent performance Planning, Coordination & Governance Collaborate with Product Managers and technical leads to maintain prioritised backlogs Proactively manage risks, issues, and cross-team dependencies Utilise Jira for detailed planning, tracking, and reporting Support governance and change processes where required Essential Skills and Experience Recent, hands-on experience delivering software within agile engineering teams Proven track record operating as a Scrum Master or Delivery Manager in active build environments Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices, including: Version control (e.g. Git) CI/CD pipelines Cloud-native or platform-based architectures Experience working directly with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers Ability to manage complex delivery risks, dependencies, and backlogs Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at a senior level High proficiency in Jira for team and programme-level delivery Demonstrable experience aligned to senior capability (e.g. SFIA Level 6 equivalent) CV evidence must clearly outline delivery outcomes, technical context, and problem-solving approach Technical Environment Cloud platforms (e.g. AWS and/or Azure) within active software delivery environments Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and DevOps practices Automated testing and quality engineering approaches Secure and resilient digital service delivery Desirable Experience Experience working with platform or data engineering teams Exposure to large-scale, regulated or public sector environments Familiarity with service management or change tools (e.g. ServiceNow) Location & Working Pattern Primary locations: Newcastle, Leeds, or Birmingham Minimum 60% on-site presence required Candidates must live within a realistic commuting distance (approximately 90 minutes) for sustained attendance What's on Offer 12-month contract engagement Competitive day rate via umbrella Opportunity to work within a high-impact, delivery-focused engineering environment Exposure to complex, large-scale digital services Application Process For further information or to apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Role Title: Workday Specialist Duration: contract to run until 27/11/2026 Location: London, hybrid Rate: up to 460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: You must hold a British Passport Role purpose / summary A Workday Specialist is responsible for designing and configuring Workday modules, implementing business rules, and customizing the system based on business needs. You'll work in close partnership with a range of both external and internal stakeholders, to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with seamless integration. Key Responsibilities Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and accountability. Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure timely delivery of milestones and maintain quality standards throughout the lifecycle. Serve as the central point of contact. Facilitate clear communication and manage expectations across all levels of the organisation. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record managing end-to-end Workday implementations. Deep understanding of Workday solutions and implementation best practices. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities Accountabilities Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions. Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
01/04/2026
Contractor
Role Title: Workday Specialist Duration: contract to run until 27/11/2026 Location: London, hybrid Rate: up to 460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: You must hold a British Passport Role purpose / summary A Workday Specialist is responsible for designing and configuring Workday modules, implementing business rules, and customizing the system based on business needs. You'll work in close partnership with a range of both external and internal stakeholders, to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with seamless integration. Key Responsibilities Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and accountability. Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure timely delivery of milestones and maintain quality standards throughout the lifecycle. Serve as the central point of contact. Facilitate clear communication and manage expectations across all levels of the organisation. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record managing end-to-end Workday implementations. Deep understanding of Workday solutions and implementation best practices. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities Accountabilities Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions. Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: To design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with the company's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems. Reporting to the Software Manager the Software Lead role involves taking responsibility for the delivery of projects and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically complex software projects for subsea vehicles and associated robotic functions. Typically requiring input from several differing software and engineering disciplines and supporting functions the software lead is able to bind these inputs together to successfully deliver the software content for Saab products. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: A minimum of 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer. A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline. Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design In addition, you will be Able to demonstrate software skills in some of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ Javascript Python XML JSON HTML CSS Web backend servers (Angular, Django, NodeJS, React, Apache or similar) Web Sockets Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security Desirable: Exposure to IP video and video routing Familiarity in design and testing of control software Familiarity with Systems serving Real Time Information via Web Sockets Use of DDS and interfacing with it Message Queues (Active MQ/Rabbit MQ/ZeroMQ) GUI Development experience (.Net GUI framework, Qt 6.2 or previous versions) Developing and debugging software for application software in Visual studio (2013, 2017, 2022) Customer facing API's using web technologies By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
01/04/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: To design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with the company's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems. Reporting to the Software Manager the Software Lead role involves taking responsibility for the delivery of projects and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically complex software projects for subsea vehicles and associated robotic functions. Typically requiring input from several differing software and engineering disciplines and supporting functions the software lead is able to bind these inputs together to successfully deliver the software content for Saab products. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: A minimum of 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer. A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline. Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design In addition, you will be Able to demonstrate software skills in some of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ Javascript Python XML JSON HTML CSS Web backend servers (Angular, Django, NodeJS, React, Apache or similar) Web Sockets Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security Desirable: Exposure to IP video and video routing Familiarity in design and testing of control software Familiarity with Systems serving Real Time Information via Web Sockets Use of DDS and interfacing with it Message Queues (Active MQ/Rabbit MQ/ZeroMQ) GUI Development experience (.Net GUI framework, Qt 6.2 or previous versions) Developing and debugging software for application software in Visual studio (2013, 2017, 2022) Customer facing API's using web technologies By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Role Title: Workday Specialist Duration: contract to run until 27/11/2026 Location: London, hybrid Rate: up to £460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: You must hold a British Passport Role purpose/summary A Workday Specialist is responsible for designing and configuring Workday modules, implementing business rules, and customizing the system based on business needs. You'll work in close partnership with a range of both external and internal stakeholders, to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with seamless integration. Key Responsibilities Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and accountability. Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure timely delivery of milestones and maintain quality standards throughout the life cycle. Serve as the central point of contact. Facilitate clear communication and manage expectations across all levels of the organisation. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record managing end-to-end Workday implementations. Deep understanding of Workday solutions and implementation best practices. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities Accountabilities Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions. Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
01/04/2026
Contractor
Role Title: Workday Specialist Duration: contract to run until 27/11/2026 Location: London, hybrid Rate: up to £460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: You must hold a British Passport Role purpose/summary A Workday Specialist is responsible for designing and configuring Workday modules, implementing business rules, and customizing the system based on business needs. You'll work in close partnership with a range of both external and internal stakeholders, to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with seamless integration. Key Responsibilities Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and accountability. Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure timely delivery of milestones and maintain quality standards throughout the life cycle. Serve as the central point of contact. Facilitate clear communication and manage expectations across all levels of the organisation. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven track record managing end-to-end Workday implementations. Deep understanding of Workday solutions and implementation best practices. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities Accountabilities Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth. Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions. Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
AgileSource are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect with active SC or DV clearance to join a growing cyber consultancy supporting high-profile government and defence programmes. Security Clearance Active SC clearance required. Active DV clearance highly desirable. Please note that due to the nature of the projects and security requirements associated with certain client engagements, some roles may be restricted to candidates who meet specific nationality and residency criteria in line with UK government security clearance eligibility requirements. As a result, preference may be given to UK sole nationals where required by the end client. You will play a key role in designing, assuring, and delivering secure architectures across complex enterprise environments, cloud platforms, networks, and mission-critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across multiple stakeholders, influencing technical direction, and ensuring security is Embedded into every stage of solution delivery. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure technical architectures for enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments Provide security architecture guidance across infrastructure, applications, networks, and data platforms Lead security design reviews, risk assessments, and threat modelling activities Ensure solutions align with government, defence, and industry security standards Support accreditation and assurance activities, including RMADS, JSP 440, NIST, ISO 27001, and Secure by Design principles Work closely with solution architects, engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders Identify security risks and provide pragmatic mitigation strategies Contribute to bid activity, technical proposals, and client presentations where required Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies Required Experience Proven experience working as a Cyber Security Architect, Security Consultant, or Technical Security Lead Active SC clearance is essential; DV clearance is advantageous Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture, security frameworks, and governance Experience across cloud security, particularly AWS, Azure, or Microsoft 365 environments Knowledge of network security, identity and access management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and zero trust principles Experience producing security documentation, architecture diagrams, and risk assessments Familiarity with government and defence security requirements Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to work in highly regulated and secure environments Desirable Skills CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF, CCSK, CCSP, or similar certifications Experience working within MOD, Home Office, central government, or defence programmes Knowledge of DevSecOps, container security, and secure software delivery Experience with security tooling such as Sentinel, Splunk, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, or Defender Understanding of NCSC guidance and secure-by-design principles
01/04/2026
Full time
AgileSource are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect with active SC or DV clearance to join a growing cyber consultancy supporting high-profile government and defence programmes. Security Clearance Active SC clearance required. Active DV clearance highly desirable. Please note that due to the nature of the projects and security requirements associated with certain client engagements, some roles may be restricted to candidates who meet specific nationality and residency criteria in line with UK government security clearance eligibility requirements. As a result, preference may be given to UK sole nationals where required by the end client. You will play a key role in designing, assuring, and delivering secure architectures across complex enterprise environments, cloud platforms, networks, and mission-critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across multiple stakeholders, influencing technical direction, and ensuring security is Embedded into every stage of solution delivery. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure technical architectures for enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments Provide security architecture guidance across infrastructure, applications, networks, and data platforms Lead security design reviews, risk assessments, and threat modelling activities Ensure solutions align with government, defence, and industry security standards Support accreditation and assurance activities, including RMADS, JSP 440, NIST, ISO 27001, and Secure by Design principles Work closely with solution architects, engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders Identify security risks and provide pragmatic mitigation strategies Contribute to bid activity, technical proposals, and client presentations where required Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies Required Experience Proven experience working as a Cyber Security Architect, Security Consultant, or Technical Security Lead Active SC clearance is essential; DV clearance is advantageous Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture, security frameworks, and governance Experience across cloud security, particularly AWS, Azure, or Microsoft 365 environments Knowledge of network security, identity and access management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and zero trust principles Experience producing security documentation, architecture diagrams, and risk assessments Familiarity with government and defence security requirements Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to work in highly regulated and secure environments Desirable Skills CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF, CCSK, CCSP, or similar certifications Experience working within MOD, Home Office, central government, or defence programmes Knowledge of DevSecOps, container security, and secure software delivery Experience with security tooling such as Sentinel, Splunk, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, or Defender Understanding of NCSC guidance and secure-by-design principles
Job Title: Data Architect (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35) We are supporting a leading aviation business undergoing a major data platform transformation and are looking for an experienced Data Architect to play a key role in delivering this programme. Role Overview This is a hands-on Data Architect role focused on leading the migration of a legacy Oracle estate into AWS and Snowflake . You will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers while driving the design and implementation of a scalable, modern cloud data platform. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end architecture and delivery of an Oracle to AWS/Snowflake migration Oversee and guide a team of data engineers, ensuring best practices and high-quality delivery Design scalable, secure, and high-performing data models and pipelines Re-engineer legacy Oracle data structures into modern cloud-native architectures Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and align technical solutions to business needs Ensure strong data governance, quality, and performance across the platform Key Requirements Proven experience as a Data Architect on large-scale cloud migration programmes Strong experience migrating Oracle systems to AWS and Snowflake Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams Strong background in data modelling, architecture design, and cloud data platforms Experience working with HR data (key requirement) Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
01/04/2026
Contractor
Job Title: Data Architect (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35) We are supporting a leading aviation business undergoing a major data platform transformation and are looking for an experienced Data Architect to play a key role in delivering this programme. Role Overview This is a hands-on Data Architect role focused on leading the migration of a legacy Oracle estate into AWS and Snowflake . You will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers while driving the design and implementation of a scalable, modern cloud data platform. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end architecture and delivery of an Oracle to AWS/Snowflake migration Oversee and guide a team of data engineers, ensuring best practices and high-quality delivery Design scalable, secure, and high-performing data models and pipelines Re-engineer legacy Oracle data structures into modern cloud-native architectures Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and align technical solutions to business needs Ensure strong data governance, quality, and performance across the platform Key Requirements Proven experience as a Data Architect on large-scale cloud migration programmes Strong experience migrating Oracle systems to AWS and Snowflake Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams Strong background in data modelling, architecture design, and cloud data platforms Experience working with HR data (key requirement) Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
