Become a change maker and join Node4.
Node4 have a committed, talented, and diverse workforce that is growing all the time, but as we expand through our own growth and acquisitions, we never lose sight of the most important part of our business - our people. We want you to grow, learn, and evolve alongside us.
So, whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to progress as an industry professional, Node4 has a place for you.
About the role As a Public Cloud Second Line Engineer, you’ll provide advanced, customer‑facing technical support across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 within a managed services environment. Acting as a key escalation point from 1st Line, you’ll take ownership of incidents and service requests end‑to‑end – from deep technical investigation through to resolution or structured escalation to 3rd Line engineering teams.
You’ll work hands‑on with cloud and productivity platforms, diagnose complex issues, apply permanent fixes where appropriate, and communicate clearly with customers throughout the incident lifecycle. You’ll also collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs and customer expectations.
This role will also include providing on‑site cover when required at a customer site in West Yorkshire, as well as participation in an on‑call rota, including night shifts.
What you’ll be doing
Acting as a 2nd Line escalation point for Azure and Microsoft 365 incidents and service requests
Owning incidents from investigation through to resolution, keeping customers informed throughout
Providing advanced troubleshooting across Microsoft Azure, including:
Virtual Machines
Azure Storage, Backup and Recovery
Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and alerting
Azure Active Directory and RBAC
Supporting Microsoft 365 services, including:
Exchange Online (mail flow, mailbox issues, permissions and hybrid scenarios)
SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business
Microsoft Teams (calling, meetings, integrations and client issues)
Microsoft 365 security and compliance features (where applicable)
Escalating complex or high‑impact issues to 3rd Line teams with clear technical detail and evidence
Supporting planned changes, maintenance and service improvement activities
Creating and maintaining technical documentation, knowledge base articles and known error records
Working closely with Service Desk, Cloud Engineering and wider teams to deliver a consistent support experience
Providing on‑site support when required
What will you bring?
2–3 years’ experience supporting Microsoft technologies in a production environment
Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure
Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365 workloads
Experience supporting hybrid environments (on‑premises integrated with Azure and M365)
Working knowledge of ITIL‑aligned support environments
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving capability
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation
Ability to achieve and maintain NPPV3 with SC clearance
Desirable:
Valid UK driving licence and access to a car
Microsoft certifications such as AZ‑900 and AZ‑104
Experience supporting large or complex tenant environments
What can we offer you?
Hybrid Working
Private Medical Insurance or Company Paid Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Program
25 days holidays plus your birthday off
Option to purchase additional holiday (up to 5 days)
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance x 4
A diverse workforce
Employee investment with Node4 training Academy
Family savings and shopping discounts through the Node4 benefits portal.
Discounted Gym Membership
Modern facilities with open and welcoming breakout areas
Company Social events
Never ending supply of hot and cold drinks, biscuits, sweets, and fruit
Why join Node4?
Founded in 2004, Node4 has experienced exceptional growth and success over the years. From an office in Derby to locations nationwide. From three people to a workforce of over 1200. We believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. We are a vibrant, passionate, and diverse team committed to providing exceptional service as standard. We are proud of our employees and the environment that reflects our core business values of Passion, Innovation, and Trust.
09/03/2026
Full time
Become a change maker and join Node4.
Node4 have a committed, talented, and diverse workforce that is growing all the time, but as we expand through our own growth and acquisitions, we never lose sight of the most important part of our business - our people. We want you to grow, learn, and evolve alongside us.
So, whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to progress as an industry professional, Node4 has a place for you.
About the role As a Public Cloud Second Line Engineer, you’ll provide advanced, customer‑facing technical support across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 within a managed services environment. Acting as a key escalation point from 1st Line, you’ll take ownership of incidents and service requests end‑to‑end – from deep technical investigation through to resolution or structured escalation to 3rd Line engineering teams.
You’ll work hands‑on with cloud and productivity platforms, diagnose complex issues, apply permanent fixes where appropriate, and communicate clearly with customers throughout the incident lifecycle. You’ll also collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs and customer expectations.
This role will also include providing on‑site cover when required at a customer site in West Yorkshire, as well as participation in an on‑call rota, including night shifts.
What you’ll be doing
Acting as a 2nd Line escalation point for Azure and Microsoft 365 incidents and service requests
Owning incidents from investigation through to resolution, keeping customers informed throughout
Providing advanced troubleshooting across Microsoft Azure, including:
Virtual Machines
Azure Storage, Backup and Recovery
Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and alerting
Azure Active Directory and RBAC
Supporting Microsoft 365 services, including:
Exchange Online (mail flow, mailbox issues, permissions and hybrid scenarios)
SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business
Microsoft Teams (calling, meetings, integrations and client issues)
Microsoft 365 security and compliance features (where applicable)
Escalating complex or high‑impact issues to 3rd Line teams with clear technical detail and evidence
Supporting planned changes, maintenance and service improvement activities
Creating and maintaining technical documentation, knowledge base articles and known error records
Working closely with Service Desk, Cloud Engineering and wider teams to deliver a consistent support experience
Providing on‑site support when required
What will you bring?
2–3 years’ experience supporting Microsoft technologies in a production environment
Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure
Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365 workloads
Experience supporting hybrid environments (on‑premises integrated with Azure and M365)
Working knowledge of ITIL‑aligned support environments
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving capability
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation
Ability to achieve and maintain NPPV3 with SC clearance
Desirable:
Valid UK driving licence and access to a car
Microsoft certifications such as AZ‑900 and AZ‑104
Experience supporting large or complex tenant environments
What can we offer you?
Hybrid Working
Private Medical Insurance or Company Paid Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Program
25 days holidays plus your birthday off
Option to purchase additional holiday (up to 5 days)
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance x 4
A diverse workforce
Employee investment with Node4 training Academy
Family savings and shopping discounts through the Node4 benefits portal.
Discounted Gym Membership
Modern facilities with open and welcoming breakout areas
Company Social events
Never ending supply of hot and cold drinks, biscuits, sweets, and fruit
Why join Node4?
Founded in 2004, Node4 has experienced exceptional growth and success over the years. From an office in Derby to locations nationwide. From three people to a workforce of over 1200. We believe that our people are the driving force behind our success. We are a vibrant, passionate, and diverse team committed to providing exceptional service as standard. We are proud of our employees and the environment that reflects our core business values of Passion, Innovation, and Trust.
Transport Club Software Engineer - Remote An opportunity is available for a skilled Transport Club Software Engineer to support critical transport technology systems used across the UK. This role sits within the ITSO Back Office value stream and focuses on the development, support and continuous improvement of core transaction processing platforms used by transport operators nationwide. You will contribute to the development and support of the Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora product suites along with associated services and shared libraries. These platforms handle journey transaction processing and message routing that underpin national transport services. The Role - Transport Club Software Engineer Develop, maintain and support Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora platforms. Deliver software enhancements across the full lifecycle from design through deployment. Support DevOps delivery pipelines and assist with escalations from the Transport Club Service Desk. Work closely with internal teams and third party clients to support platform usage and improvement. Contribute to ongoing improvements to engineering practices, tooling and platform performance. Participate in Agile delivery cycles including sprint planning, development and release. Key Skills and Experience Strong experience in Java enterprise development . Experience working with relational database technologies . Experience developing large scale enterprise applications . Knowledge of ITSO transport systems or standards . Understanding of software engineering best practices . Experience with automated software testing frameworks . Experience working with DevOps integration and deployment pipelines . Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Groovy, Elasticsearch, Cucumber, JUnit, REST services, Angular, Node and C# . This role suits an experienced Transport Club Software Engineer who enjoys working on large scale systems that support national infrastructure. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button
04/04/2026
Contractor
Transport Club Software Engineer - Remote An opportunity is available for a skilled Transport Club Software Engineer to support critical transport technology systems used across the UK. This role sits within the ITSO Back Office value stream and focuses on the development, support and continuous improvement of core transaction processing platforms used by transport operators nationwide. You will contribute to the development and support of the Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora product suites along with associated services and shared libraries. These platforms handle journey transaction processing and message routing that underpin national transport services. The Role - Transport Club Software Engineer Develop, maintain and support Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora platforms. Deliver software enhancements across the full lifecycle from design through deployment. Support DevOps delivery pipelines and assist with escalations from the Transport Club Service Desk. Work closely with internal teams and third party clients to support platform usage and improvement. Contribute to ongoing improvements to engineering practices, tooling and platform performance. Participate in Agile delivery cycles including sprint planning, development and release. Key Skills and Experience Strong experience in Java enterprise development . Experience working with relational database technologies . Experience developing large scale enterprise applications . Knowledge of ITSO transport systems or standards . Understanding of software engineering best practices . Experience with automated software testing frameworks . Experience working with DevOps integration and deployment pipelines . Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Groovy, Elasticsearch, Cucumber, JUnit, REST services, Angular, Node and C# . This role suits an experienced Transport Club Software Engineer who enjoys working on large scale systems that support national infrastructure. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button
The Opportunity: Our client is looking for a seasoned Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to provide end-to-end technical leadership across high-value mission-critical digital services within the public sector. This is a senior level position where you will be involved in hands-on development as well as team management to steer multi-disciplinary development teams for large-scale digital transformation programmes. Skills and Experience: Extensive experience leading Full Stack Engineering teams with advanced capabilities in .NET, Java, or Python, along with exposure to modern JavaScript frameworks. Proven track record mentoring engineers and elevating delivery quality through structured coaching. Strong client-facing acumen with the ability to advise on strategic technology direction. Delivery leadership within Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, TDD, etc.) Hands-on experience architecting scalable secure cloud solutions on AWS and/or Azure A consulting or software house background is also highly desirable Role and Responsibilities: The Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to provide end-to-end technical leadership across high-value, mission-critical digital services within the public sector. This is a senior strategically influential role where you will take full accountability for complex solution architectures, steer multi-disciplinary delivery teams, and set the engineering agenda for large-scale digital transformation programmes Operating in a technology-agnostic environment you will leverage a broad modern tech stack across .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, AWS, Azure and contemporary JavaScript frameworks Provide coaching and leadership, supporting the long-term development of engineers across the business Applications: Please contact Edward 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
The Opportunity: Our client is looking for a seasoned Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to provide end-to-end technical leadership across high-value mission-critical digital services within the public sector. This is a senior level position where you will be involved in hands-on development as well as team management to steer multi-disciplinary development teams for large-scale digital transformation programmes. Skills and Experience: Extensive experience leading Full Stack Engineering teams with advanced capabilities in .NET, Java, or Python, along with exposure to modern JavaScript frameworks. Proven track record mentoring engineers and elevating delivery quality through structured coaching. Strong client-facing acumen with the ability to advise on strategic technology direction. Delivery leadership within Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, TDD, etc.) Hands-on experience architecting scalable secure cloud solutions on AWS and/or Azure A consulting or software house background is also highly desirable Role and Responsibilities: The Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to provide end-to-end technical leadership across high-value, mission-critical digital services within the public sector. This is a senior strategically influential role where you will take full accountability for complex solution architectures, steer multi-disciplinary delivery teams, and set the engineering agenda for large-scale digital transformation programmes Operating in a technology-agnostic environment you will leverage a broad modern tech stack across .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, AWS, Azure and contemporary JavaScript frameworks Provide coaching and leadership, supporting the long-term development of engineers across the business Applications: Please contact Edward 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?
The Opportunity: You ll join an experienced, collaborative consultancy team delivering greenfield, enterprise-scale digital services for high-profile public and private sector clients. This opportunity is ideal for a practical, adaptable Geospatial Full Stack Engineer who enjoys working across disciplines and solving complex problems and challenges that will have a real-world impact. Collaboration sits at the heart of how our client operates, so you ll be partnering closely with colleagues across Software Engineering, User-Centred Design, Delivery Management, Data Science and Live Services to deliver outcomes that genuinely make a difference in today s society. As a consultancy, they are technology-agnostic by design, focusing on choosing the right tools for each problem, rather than forcing one stack everywhere. Their teams regularly work with .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, AWS and Azure, giving you genuine scope to broaden your skills and develop your career across a range of languages and platforms. Many of their projects also involve Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and open-source geospatial technologies, helping clients unlock the value of location-based data through mapping, spatial analysis and data-driven decision making. Skills and Experience: Essential 3+ years experience in a Full Stack Engineering role Strong development skills in .NET, Java or Python, alongside modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, TDD) Solid understanding of architectural and design patterns, including microservices and serverless Hands-on experience designing and delivering solutions on AWS or Azure Experience working with GIS systems or geospatial data, and familiarity with tools such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS, etc. A collaborative mindset and experience working in multi-disciplinary teams Desirable Experience working in a consultancy environment Exposure to public sector projects Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Terraform) Awareness of the Digital Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice, particularly in geospatial or public sector contexts Role and Responsibilities: This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys the pace, responsibility and collaboration of consultancy. You will be involved with the following types of activity: Design and deliver high-quality solutions: building, enhancing and maintaining software, infrastructure and deployment pipelines that are robust, secure and scalable. Projects may include solutions involving geospatial data, GIS platforms and open-source mapping tools. Work collaboratively across disciplines: partnering with Senior and Lead Engineers, Delivery Managers, Designers and Data Scientists to shape solutions, contribute to technical documentation and deliver against agreed plans. Apply standards and best practice: follow established engineering approaches, contribute accurate technical estimates and proactively identify and escalate risks or issues. Communicate clearly and build relationships: present ideas, prototypes and progress updates to stakeholders, while building strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and partner organisations. Applications: Please contact Edward 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
The Opportunity: You ll join an experienced, collaborative consultancy team delivering greenfield, enterprise-scale digital services for high-profile public and private sector clients. This opportunity is ideal for a practical, adaptable Geospatial Full Stack Engineer who enjoys working across disciplines and solving complex problems and challenges that will have a real-world impact. Collaboration sits at the heart of how our client operates, so you ll be partnering closely with colleagues across Software Engineering, User-Centred Design, Delivery Management, Data Science and Live Services to deliver outcomes that genuinely make a difference in today s society. As a consultancy, they are technology-agnostic by design, focusing on choosing the right tools for each problem, rather than forcing one stack everywhere. Their teams regularly work with .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, AWS and Azure, giving you genuine scope to broaden your skills and develop your career across a range of languages and platforms. Many of their projects also involve Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and open-source geospatial technologies, helping clients unlock the value of location-based data through mapping, spatial analysis and data-driven decision making. Skills and Experience: Essential 3+ years experience in a Full Stack Engineering role Strong development skills in .NET, Java or Python, alongside modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, TDD) Solid understanding of architectural and design patterns, including microservices and serverless Hands-on experience designing and delivering solutions on AWS or Azure Experience working with GIS systems or geospatial data, and familiarity with tools such as Leaflet, OpenLayers, QGIS, GeoServer, PostGIS, etc. A collaborative mindset and experience working in multi-disciplinary teams Desirable Experience working in a consultancy environment Exposure to public sector projects Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Terraform) Awareness of the Digital Service Standard and Technology Code of Practice, particularly in geospatial or public sector contexts Role and Responsibilities: This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys the pace, responsibility and collaboration of consultancy. You will be involved with the following types of activity: Design and deliver high-quality solutions: building, enhancing and maintaining software, infrastructure and deployment pipelines that are robust, secure and scalable. Projects may include solutions involving geospatial data, GIS platforms and open-source mapping tools. Work collaboratively across disciplines: partnering with Senior and Lead Engineers, Delivery Managers, Designers and Data Scientists to shape solutions, contribute to technical documentation and deliver against agreed plans. Apply standards and best practice: follow established engineering approaches, contribute accurate technical estimates and proactively identify and escalate risks or issues. Communicate clearly and build relationships: present ideas, prototypes and progress updates to stakeholders, while building strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and partner organisations. Applications: Please contact Edward 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?
Graduate Software Engineer - Top 4 UK University Graduates London (3 days per week in the office) Up to £70,000 + Benefits High-growth SaaS company We're working with an exciting SaaS company that is looking to hire a number of Graduate Software Engineers to join their growing engineering team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for high-performing graduates to start their career in a fast-paced scaleup environment, working alongside experienced engineers to build and scale innovative products used by customers globally. What you'll be doing Building and shipping features for a modern SaaS platform Collaborating with experienced engineers, product managers, and designers Writing clean, scalable, and well-tested code Contributing to architecture and technical discussions Learning modern engineering practices in a high-performing team What we're looking for Recent graduate from a Top 4 UK university (e.g. University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, or University College London) Degree in Computer Science or a closely related technical discipline Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals Passion for building technology and solving complex problems Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or JavaScript is a plus Strong problem-solving and communication skills What's on offer Salary up to £70,000 Hybrid working ( 3 days per week in the London office ) Huge learning and growth opportunities Chance to make a real impact in a scaling SaaS company If you're a top graduate looking to launch your engineering career in a high-growth scaleup , we'd love to hear from you. Software, Python, Graduate, Developer, Development
03/04/2026
Full time
Graduate Software Engineer - Top 4 UK University Graduates London (3 days per week in the office) Up to £70,000 + Benefits High-growth SaaS company We're working with an exciting SaaS company that is looking to hire a number of Graduate Software Engineers to join their growing engineering team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for high-performing graduates to start their career in a fast-paced scaleup environment, working alongside experienced engineers to build and scale innovative products used by customers globally. What you'll be doing Building and shipping features for a modern SaaS platform Collaborating with experienced engineers, product managers, and designers Writing clean, scalable, and well-tested code Contributing to architecture and technical discussions Learning modern engineering practices in a high-performing team What we're looking for Recent graduate from a Top 4 UK university (e.g. University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, or University College London) Degree in Computer Science or a closely related technical discipline Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals Passion for building technology and solving complex problems Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or JavaScript is a plus Strong problem-solving and communication skills What's on offer Salary up to £70,000 Hybrid working ( 3 days per week in the London office ) Huge learning and growth opportunities Chance to make a real impact in a scaling SaaS company If you're a top graduate looking to launch your engineering career in a high-growth scaleup , we'd love to hear from you. Software, Python, Graduate, Developer, Development
Senior C++ Software Engineer - Systematic Trading 12-month contract - £600 to £850/day (Inside IR35) Global Trading & Supply | High-Performance Systematic Trading Technology As a Senior C++ Software Engineer , you'll work closely with technologists, quants, and traders to design, optimise, and scale our in-house global derivatives and systematic trading platform . You'll operate across the full stack of proprietary trading technology - from ultra-low-latency exchange connectivity to strategy engines - with the autonomy and impact expected in a high-performance engineering culture. You will be instrumental in ensuring ultra-low latency, deterministic performance, reliability, and scalability while shaping the next generation of our systematic and algorithmic trading systems . What You'll Work On Exchange Connectivity Develop software that interacts with major global futures exchanges using native APIs & protocols (FIX, WebSocket, HTTP). Maintain and extend testing suites ensuring robust, consistent connectivity. Optimise exchange communication through Kernel bypass, TLS tuning, and advanced networking techniques. Study and align with detailed exchange behaviours and microstructure. Work across C++, Rust, Python, and Typescript as needed. Systematic & Algorithmic Trading Build and enhance systematic trading strategies from quant and trader requirements. Improve performance, reliability, and stability of the systematic and algorithmic trading engines. Enhance monitoring, observability, and analytics for Real Time trading operations. Diagnose and resolve production issues (crashes, logic inconsistencies, latency bottlenecks). Support systematic strategy deployment, backtesting workflows, and release preparation. Technical Experience 5+ years post-graduation C++ in financial markets , ideally in high-performance, low-latency environments. Strong background in multi-threaded, asynchronous, and distributed systems. Deep knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and performance optimisation. Understanding of the full exchange-traded derivatives life cycle. Strong Scripting & automation skills (Python, PowerShell, C#, SQL, etc.). Proven experience with application deployment best practices and proactive system monitoring. I ndustry Experience 8+ years in Trading, Systematic Trading, Capital Markets, or Investment Banking environments. Familiarity with global futures exchanges and their native protocols. Exposure to systematic or quantitative trading environments highly desirable.
03/04/2026
Contractor
Senior C++ Software Engineer - Systematic Trading 12-month contract - £600 to £850/day (Inside IR35) Global Trading & Supply | High-Performance Systematic Trading Technology As a Senior C++ Software Engineer , you'll work closely with technologists, quants, and traders to design, optimise, and scale our in-house global derivatives and systematic trading platform . You'll operate across the full stack of proprietary trading technology - from ultra-low-latency exchange connectivity to strategy engines - with the autonomy and impact expected in a high-performance engineering culture. You will be instrumental in ensuring ultra-low latency, deterministic performance, reliability, and scalability while shaping the next generation of our systematic and algorithmic trading systems . What You'll Work On Exchange Connectivity Develop software that interacts with major global futures exchanges using native APIs & protocols (FIX, WebSocket, HTTP). Maintain and extend testing suites ensuring robust, consistent connectivity. Optimise exchange communication through Kernel bypass, TLS tuning, and advanced networking techniques. Study and align with detailed exchange behaviours and microstructure. Work across C++, Rust, Python, and Typescript as needed. Systematic & Algorithmic Trading Build and enhance systematic trading strategies from quant and trader requirements. Improve performance, reliability, and stability of the systematic and algorithmic trading engines. Enhance monitoring, observability, and analytics for Real Time trading operations. Diagnose and resolve production issues (crashes, logic inconsistencies, latency bottlenecks). Support systematic strategy deployment, backtesting workflows, and release preparation. Technical Experience 5+ years post-graduation C++ in financial markets , ideally in high-performance, low-latency environments. Strong background in multi-threaded, asynchronous, and distributed systems. Deep knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and performance optimisation. Understanding of the full exchange-traded derivatives life cycle. Strong Scripting & automation skills (Python, PowerShell, C#, SQL, etc.). Proven experience with application deployment best practices and proactive system monitoring. I ndustry Experience 8+ years in Trading, Systematic Trading, Capital Markets, or Investment Banking environments. Familiarity with global futures exchanges and their native protocols. Exposure to systematic or quantitative trading environments highly desirable.
Subject - Technical Lead - Full Stack - AWS - Microservices - East Kilbride/Hybrid (4 DPW On-Site) - £50-60K Per Annum Job Title: Engineering Technical Lead Location: East Kilbride Salary: £50-60K Per Annum Benefits: Discretionary bonus, healthcare, pension, life assurance, hybrid working, career development, and regular team events The Client: We're partnering with a well-established, product-led technology business delivering large-scale, high-impact software solutions used across the UK. Their platforms process billions of transactions annually and support critical, real-world systems used by millions of people every day. With a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer delivery, they are continuing to invest in modern, cloud-native technologies and are expanding their engineering capability to support new product development and market growth. The Candidate: This role would suit a highly capable full-stack engineer who enjoys working across the entire technology stack and taking ownership of end-to-end solutions. You will be technically strong and comfortable leading from the front, mentoring others, and influencing technical direction. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges while driving best practices across a team. The Role: This is a hands-on Engineering Technical Lead position, where you will play a key role in designing and delivering modern, cloud-native applications. You will work across a cutting-edge stack, including TypeScript and AWS (CDK), within a microservices architecture, contributing to both Back End services and Front End applications. Alongside development, you will provide technical leadership, helping to shape architecture, improve engineering standards, and support the growth of the wider team. Key Duties: Lead by example through hands-on development and problem solving. Drive architectural and technical decisions across projects. Build and deliver scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions. Develop and maintain systems using TypeScript and AWS (CDK). Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and security. Mentor and support engineers, contributing to team development. Collaborate with Product, Architecture, and DevOps teams. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Ensure systems are designed for scalability, resilience, and observability. Requirements: Strong experience as a full-stack developer (not purely Front End or Back End). Proven expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript. Experience delivering solutions in AWS, ideally using AWS CDK. Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD practices. Experience working with microservices architectures. Ability to design and build secure, scalable, and resilient systems. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices. Experience mentoring or supporting other developers. Comfortable working in Agile environments. Nice to have: (not essential) Experience working within payments or regulated environments. Exposure to banking or financial systems. Experience managing or working with third-party suppliers or offshore teams. To apply for this Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
03/04/2026
Full time
Subject - Technical Lead - Full Stack - AWS - Microservices - East Kilbride/Hybrid (4 DPW On-Site) - £50-60K Per Annum Job Title: Engineering Technical Lead Location: East Kilbride Salary: £50-60K Per Annum Benefits: Discretionary bonus, healthcare, pension, life assurance, hybrid working, career development, and regular team events The Client: We're partnering with a well-established, product-led technology business delivering large-scale, high-impact software solutions used across the UK. Their platforms process billions of transactions annually and support critical, real-world systems used by millions of people every day. With a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer delivery, they are continuing to invest in modern, cloud-native technologies and are expanding their engineering capability to support new product development and market growth. The Candidate: This role would suit a highly capable full-stack engineer who enjoys working across the entire technology stack and taking ownership of end-to-end solutions. You will be technically strong and comfortable leading from the front, mentoring others, and influencing technical direction. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges while driving best practices across a team. The Role: This is a hands-on Engineering Technical Lead position, where you will play a key role in designing and delivering modern, cloud-native applications. You will work across a cutting-edge stack, including TypeScript and AWS (CDK), within a microservices architecture, contributing to both Back End services and Front End applications. Alongside development, you will provide technical leadership, helping to shape architecture, improve engineering standards, and support the growth of the wider team. Key Duties: Lead by example through hands-on development and problem solving. Drive architectural and technical decisions across projects. Build and deliver scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions. Develop and maintain systems using TypeScript and AWS (CDK). Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and security. Mentor and support engineers, contributing to team development. Collaborate with Product, Architecture, and DevOps teams. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Ensure systems are designed for scalability, resilience, and observability. Requirements: Strong experience as a full-stack developer (not purely Front End or Back End). Proven expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript. Experience delivering solutions in AWS, ideally using AWS CDK. Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD practices. Experience working with microservices architectures. Ability to design and build secure, scalable, and resilient systems. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices. Experience mentoring or supporting other developers. Comfortable working in Agile environments. Nice to have: (not essential) Experience working within payments or regulated environments. Exposure to banking or financial systems. Experience managing or working with third-party suppliers or offshore teams. To apply for this Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Contract Embedded DevOps Engineer 12 month contract Glasgow - 3 days onsite Up to 80ph - Inside IR35 We're recruiting for a senior DevOps Engineer to support a growing engineering team working on embedded software and connected hardware systems. This is a hands-on role focused on CI/CD, build and release pipelines, tooling, and test infrastructure for embedded products. You'll work closely with Software, QA and Hardware teams to improve and maintain a robust delivery environment. This opportunity would suit someone with experience in embedded systems, electronics-led environments, hardware-connected software, or HIL / hardware-based test setups. The Role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving the DevOps and tooling environment that underpins embedded software delivery. Key responsibilities Own and improve the CI/CD environment for embedded software delivery Maintain and enhance GitHub Actions pipelines for build, test, release and deployment Support build, packaging, artifact management and release processes Help evolve tooling following a migration from Jenkins to GitHub Support deployment and testing across hardware rigs / Raspberry Pi-based environments Work closely with QA and engineering teams on test automation and build reliability Improve code quality, pipeline stability and release traceability Contribute to future improvements across cloud, virtualised or scalable infrastructure What We're Looking For Strong background in DevOps, Build & Release Engineering, or CI/CD Experience supporting embedded software, firmware, or electronics-based products Strong hands-on experience with GitHub Actions Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Good experience with build tooling, release tooling and artifact management Strong scripting / automation capability Experience working closely with Software Engineers and QA teams Understanding of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or physical device-based test environments would be highly beneficial Exposure to AWS / cloud infrastructure would be advantageous Tech Environment GitHub / GitHub Actions Embedded software / electronic devices Raspberry Pi test infrastructure Jenkins to GitHub migration Build, release and quality tooling Potential AWS / virtualised environments This is a great opportunity to join a team where the DevOps capability is already established, but now needs a strong engineer to help support, improve and scale it as the wider engineering function grows. If you have experience in DevOps for embedded systems, hardware-linked software environments, electronics products, or HIL testing infrastructure, we are keen to hear from you.
02/04/2026
Contractor
Contract Embedded DevOps Engineer 12 month contract Glasgow - 3 days onsite Up to 80ph - Inside IR35 We're recruiting for a senior DevOps Engineer to support a growing engineering team working on embedded software and connected hardware systems. This is a hands-on role focused on CI/CD, build and release pipelines, tooling, and test infrastructure for embedded products. You'll work closely with Software, QA and Hardware teams to improve and maintain a robust delivery environment. This opportunity would suit someone with experience in embedded systems, electronics-led environments, hardware-connected software, or HIL / hardware-based test setups. The Role You'll be responsible for supporting and improving the DevOps and tooling environment that underpins embedded software delivery. Key responsibilities Own and improve the CI/CD environment for embedded software delivery Maintain and enhance GitHub Actions pipelines for build, test, release and deployment Support build, packaging, artifact management and release processes Help evolve tooling following a migration from Jenkins to GitHub Support deployment and testing across hardware rigs / Raspberry Pi-based environments Work closely with QA and engineering teams on test automation and build reliability Improve code quality, pipeline stability and release traceability Contribute to future improvements across cloud, virtualised or scalable infrastructure What We're Looking For Strong background in DevOps, Build & Release Engineering, or CI/CD Experience supporting embedded software, firmware, or electronics-based products Strong hands-on experience with GitHub Actions Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Good experience with build tooling, release tooling and artifact management Strong scripting / automation capability Experience working closely with Software Engineers and QA teams Understanding of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or physical device-based test environments would be highly beneficial Exposure to AWS / cloud infrastructure would be advantageous Tech Environment GitHub / GitHub Actions Embedded software / electronic devices Raspberry Pi test infrastructure Jenkins to GitHub migration Build, release and quality tooling Potential AWS / virtualised environments This is a great opportunity to join a team where the DevOps capability is already established, but now needs a strong engineer to help support, improve and scale it as the wider engineering function grows. If you have experience in DevOps for embedded systems, hardware-linked software environments, electronics products, or HIL testing infrastructure, we are keen to hear from you.
Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum DOE Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm Acorn is looking for a passionate Cloud Infrastructure Architect who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms. This role requires technical leadership across cloud strategy, architecture governance, infrastructure modernisation, and operational excellence. The architect partners closely with business areas to ensure the cloud environment supports organisational goals and meets enterprise standards. Responsibilities: Develop end-to-end cloud architectures, supporting enterprise workloads, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and automation. Develop a close working relationship with Platform Engineering to ensure robust design and delivery across our cloud platforms Create reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards for cloud environments. Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies leveraging platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. Evaluate new cloud services, tools, and technologies to guide technical direction. Lead the design and implementation of core cloud infrastructure components: virtual networks, identity and access, monitoring, encryption, resilience, and backup strategies. Define infrastructure-as-code patterns using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM. Support migration of workloads from on-premise to cloud platforms following best-practice frameworks Ensure cloud designs adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and architectural governance. Implement Zero Trust principles, network segmentation, encryption, key management, and secure access control models. Partner with SecOps teams to ensure monitoring, logging, and incident response capabilities are embedded Develop automation and service optimisation strategies to improve performance, cost efficiency, and availability. Conduct capacity planning, resilience engineering, disaster recovery design, and performance tuning. Mentor engineers across cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. About you: Requirements: Proven experience across several disciplines; networking, infrastructure, cloud platform and system administration Extensive experience designing and supporting cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or GCP Strong understanding of networking (VNETs/VPCs, routing, DNS, load balancing, firewalls) Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling. Experience with container platforms (AKS, EKS, GKE, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Strong background in identity and access management (Azure AD, IAM, RBAC). Proven experience building scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures. Solid understanding of cloud cost optimisation and FinOps principles Grow with Acorn We bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Earn recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth: Mindful Employer Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities Menopause Friendly accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory Great Places to Work 2024/25 Best Place to Work for Development Best Place to Work for Women Before applying, please know: If your application is successful, we will run relevant employment checks prior to your employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements We can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cloud Infrastructure Administrator, IT Architect, Systems Developer, Software Architect may also be considered for this role.
02/04/2026
Full time
Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum DOE Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm Acorn is looking for a passionate Cloud Infrastructure Architect who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms. This role requires technical leadership across cloud strategy, architecture governance, infrastructure modernisation, and operational excellence. The architect partners closely with business areas to ensure the cloud environment supports organisational goals and meets enterprise standards. Responsibilities: Develop end-to-end cloud architectures, supporting enterprise workloads, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and automation. Develop a close working relationship with Platform Engineering to ensure robust design and delivery across our cloud platforms Create reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards for cloud environments. Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies leveraging platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. Evaluate new cloud services, tools, and technologies to guide technical direction. Lead the design and implementation of core cloud infrastructure components: virtual networks, identity and access, monitoring, encryption, resilience, and backup strategies. Define infrastructure-as-code patterns using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM. Support migration of workloads from on-premise to cloud platforms following best-practice frameworks Ensure cloud designs adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and architectural governance. Implement Zero Trust principles, network segmentation, encryption, key management, and secure access control models. Partner with SecOps teams to ensure monitoring, logging, and incident response capabilities are embedded Develop automation and service optimisation strategies to improve performance, cost efficiency, and availability. Conduct capacity planning, resilience engineering, disaster recovery design, and performance tuning. Mentor engineers across cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. About you: Requirements: Proven experience across several disciplines; networking, infrastructure, cloud platform and system administration Extensive experience designing and supporting cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or GCP Strong understanding of networking (VNETs/VPCs, routing, DNS, load balancing, firewalls) Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling. Experience with container platforms (AKS, EKS, GKE, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Strong background in identity and access management (Azure AD, IAM, RBAC). Proven experience building scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures. Solid understanding of cloud cost optimisation and FinOps principles Grow with Acorn We bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Earn recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth: Mindful Employer Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities Menopause Friendly accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory Great Places to Work 2024/25 Best Place to Work for Development Best Place to Work for Women Before applying, please know: If your application is successful, we will run relevant employment checks prior to your employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements We can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cloud Infrastructure Administrator, IT Architect, Systems Developer, Software Architect may also be considered for this role.
Senior Software Developer (Contract) 6 Months Outside IR35 Up to 475/day Hybrid (London / Ipswich) We're working with a fast-growing SaaS business looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their agile team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a hands-on role with real influence across architecture, engineering standards, and product delivery. You'll be building and enhancing scalable, cloud-based applications while mentoring others and driving best practices across the team. Key skills: Strong C# / .NET (Framework & Core) TypeScript, HTML, CSS + React or Vue Solid AWS experience (serverless/Lambda ideal) CI/CD pipelines & Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CDK) Strong focus on clean architecture, SOLID principles & code quality API integrations & secure coding (OWASP) The role: Full lifecycle development in a modern tech environment Collaborating with product, QA, and engineering leads Code reviews, mentorship, and technical leadership Supporting live systems & continuous improvement Nice to have: TDD/BDD, PCI/ISO knowledge, VoIP, Python/AI exposure Hybrid working with occasional travel to London or Ipswich (roughly once per month). Great opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering secure, scalable SaaS products.
02/04/2026
Contractor
Senior Software Developer (Contract) 6 Months Outside IR35 Up to 475/day Hybrid (London / Ipswich) We're working with a fast-growing SaaS business looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their agile team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a hands-on role with real influence across architecture, engineering standards, and product delivery. You'll be building and enhancing scalable, cloud-based applications while mentoring others and driving best practices across the team. Key skills: Strong C# / .NET (Framework & Core) TypeScript, HTML, CSS + React or Vue Solid AWS experience (serverless/Lambda ideal) CI/CD pipelines & Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CDK) Strong focus on clean architecture, SOLID principles & code quality API integrations & secure coding (OWASP) The role: Full lifecycle development in a modern tech environment Collaborating with product, QA, and engineering leads Code reviews, mentorship, and technical leadership Supporting live systems & continuous improvement Nice to have: TDD/BDD, PCI/ISO knowledge, VoIP, Python/AI exposure Hybrid working with occasional travel to London or Ipswich (roughly once per month). Great opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering secure, scalable SaaS products.
Software Engineer (Golang / AWS) Our client based in Greater Manchester is currently looking for skilled Golang Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software solutions in AWS. You will work closely with architects, front-end developers, QA, and product teams to deliver scalable services. This includes developing microservices, RESTful APIs, and leveraging serverless technologies while applying engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain robust, scalable backend solutions using Go. Develop serverless applications in AWS (Lambda, SST). Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Build and document APIs using OpenAPI standards. Work with NoSQL data stores, including DynamoDB. Apply strong security principles in all software design. Collaborate in Agile squads to deliver solutions efficiently. Explore GenAI tools to accelerate development. Skills & Experience: Proven experience developing software using Go. Experience with AWS serverless architecture. CI/CD and automated testing expertise. RESTful API and microservices development. Familiarity with DynamoDB or similar NoSQL databases. Comfortable communicating complex technical issues clearly. Knowledge of Agile/Lean methodologies. What We Offer: Hybrid working to balance remote and on-site time. Career growth opportunities in a high-impact fintech environment. Competitive benefits including pension, days holiday, wellness and charity days, birthday and wedding leave. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineer (Golang / AWS)
02/04/2026
Full time
Software Engineer (Golang / AWS) Our client based in Greater Manchester is currently looking for skilled Golang Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software solutions in AWS. You will work closely with architects, front-end developers, QA, and product teams to deliver scalable services. This includes developing microservices, RESTful APIs, and leveraging serverless technologies while applying engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain robust, scalable backend solutions using Go. Develop serverless applications in AWS (Lambda, SST). Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Build and document APIs using OpenAPI standards. Work with NoSQL data stores, including DynamoDB. Apply strong security principles in all software design. Collaborate in Agile squads to deliver solutions efficiently. Explore GenAI tools to accelerate development. Skills & Experience: Proven experience developing software using Go. Experience with AWS serverless architecture. CI/CD and automated testing expertise. RESTful API and microservices development. Familiarity with DynamoDB or similar NoSQL databases. Comfortable communicating complex technical issues clearly. Knowledge of Agile/Lean methodologies. What We Offer: Hybrid working to balance remote and on-site time. Career growth opportunities in a high-impact fintech environment. Competitive benefits including pension, days holiday, wellness and charity days, birthday and wedding leave. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineer (Golang / AWS)
We're looking for a Senior-level Software Engineer with strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills and experience across modern web stacks. You'll be instrumental in our transition away from Drupal as we modernise and scale our platform. Tech Stack: At least 6-8 years commercial experience with Node, JavaScript or TypeScript Exposure of Laravel and/or Python (Django or Flask a plus) Familiarity with Drupal and some knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue, etc.) What You'll Do: Build scalable applications using modern frameworks and clean architecture Contribute to backend services and APIs (Python or Laravel-based) Help re-platform and migrate to a modern stack Collaborate cross-functionally with UX, Product, and DevOps What We Offer: A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and continuous learning. An inclusive, collaborative culture within one of the UK's leading business services providers. A competitive salary and benefits package. 49904MSR1 INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
02/04/2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior-level Software Engineer with strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills and experience across modern web stacks. You'll be instrumental in our transition away from Drupal as we modernise and scale our platform. Tech Stack: At least 6-8 years commercial experience with Node, JavaScript or TypeScript Exposure of Laravel and/or Python (Django or Flask a plus) Familiarity with Drupal and some knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue, etc.) What You'll Do: Build scalable applications using modern frameworks and clean architecture Contribute to backend services and APIs (Python or Laravel-based) Help re-platform and migrate to a modern stack Collaborate cross-functionally with UX, Product, and DevOps What We Offer: A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and continuous learning. An inclusive, collaborative culture within one of the UK's leading business services providers. A competitive salary and benefits package. 49904MSR1 INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Contract Senior Embedded Software Engineer Rate: up to £60pphr + VAT, outside IR35 Location: East Sussex (Hybrid: 2 days onsite, 3 days remote) Our client, a well-established and financially secure engineering organisation, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their expanding development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a company recognised for its long-term stability, strong engineering ethos, and continued investment in innovation. You ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, playing a key role in developing embedded software for advanced electronic systems. The position offers involvement across the full software development lifecycle from initial requirements through to validation and release. The Role As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and support embedded software for controller systems, instrumentation, and user interfaces. You ll contribute to both new product development and the enhancement of existing platforms, ensuring delivery of reliable, production-ready solutions for global applications. Working closely with hardware, systems, and product teams, you will also provide technical leadership and mentorship within the software group. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for controller and instrumentation platforms Contribute across the full software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and release Architect scalable and maintainable software solutions that encourage reuse and collaboration Participate in Agile/SCRUM development processes Support software integration with hardware systems and assist in system-level testing Troubleshoot and resolve software and hardware-related issues Develop test tools, automation frameworks, and validation scripts Produce clear design, development, and test documentation Drive continuous improvement in software quality and development practices Mentor and support junior engineers within the team Skills & Experience Required Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field Strong experience in embedded software development Proven experience working on electronics-based products Solid understanding of embedded processors and hardware/software interaction Experience within structured development environments Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies Track record of delivering production-quality embedded systems Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across software and hardware Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams Desirable Skills Experience within regulated or compliance-driven industries Exposure to global or distributed engineering teams Experience with test automation, validation frameworks, or software verification tools Please send a CV if you would like to apply for thew role.
02/04/2026
Contractor
Contract Senior Embedded Software Engineer Rate: up to £60pphr + VAT, outside IR35 Location: East Sussex (Hybrid: 2 days onsite, 3 days remote) Our client, a well-established and financially secure engineering organisation, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their expanding development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a company recognised for its long-term stability, strong engineering ethos, and continued investment in innovation. You ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, playing a key role in developing embedded software for advanced electronic systems. The position offers involvement across the full software development lifecycle from initial requirements through to validation and release. The Role As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and support embedded software for controller systems, instrumentation, and user interfaces. You ll contribute to both new product development and the enhancement of existing platforms, ensuring delivery of reliable, production-ready solutions for global applications. Working closely with hardware, systems, and product teams, you will also provide technical leadership and mentorship within the software group. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for controller and instrumentation platforms Contribute across the full software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and release Architect scalable and maintainable software solutions that encourage reuse and collaboration Participate in Agile/SCRUM development processes Support software integration with hardware systems and assist in system-level testing Troubleshoot and resolve software and hardware-related issues Develop test tools, automation frameworks, and validation scripts Produce clear design, development, and test documentation Drive continuous improvement in software quality and development practices Mentor and support junior engineers within the team Skills & Experience Required Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field Strong experience in embedded software development Proven experience working on electronics-based products Solid understanding of embedded processors and hardware/software interaction Experience within structured development environments Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies Track record of delivering production-quality embedded systems Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across software and hardware Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams Desirable Skills Experience within regulated or compliance-driven industries Exposure to global or distributed engineering teams Experience with test automation, validation frameworks, or software verification tools Please send a CV if you would like to apply for thew role.
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.
Great opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join a mission-driven organisation building systems that process and verify complex open-source information. You'd join a small engineering department and would work in a cross functional product team responsible for building highly scalable, cloud-native, serverless systems in a collaborative DevOps environment. The teams are responsible for all aspects of the product they work on, from ideation through to supporting systems in production, so you should be confident in practices like system design, testing, deployment, observability and monitoring. This position would suit someone looking for a role with a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to work on complex technical challenges. Skills: TypeScript (Node, React) and AWS (serverless) REST APIs NoSQL database (DocumentDB, MongoDB etc.) Graph database (GraphDB, Neo4j etc.) Search technologies such (SOLR, Opensearch, ElasticSearch etc.) The money is good too - up to £80k plus benefits including up to 15% bonus, 6% pension, private medical cover and hybrid working with an office in Manchester city centre. If you're interested and would like to know more, please apply through this advert and I'll be in touch.
02/04/2026
Full time
Great opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join a mission-driven organisation building systems that process and verify complex open-source information. You'd join a small engineering department and would work in a cross functional product team responsible for building highly scalable, cloud-native, serverless systems in a collaborative DevOps environment. The teams are responsible for all aspects of the product they work on, from ideation through to supporting systems in production, so you should be confident in practices like system design, testing, deployment, observability and monitoring. This position would suit someone looking for a role with a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to work on complex technical challenges. Skills: TypeScript (Node, React) and AWS (serverless) REST APIs NoSQL database (DocumentDB, MongoDB etc.) Graph database (GraphDB, Neo4j etc.) Search technologies such (SOLR, Opensearch, ElasticSearch etc.) The money is good too - up to £80k plus benefits including up to 15% bonus, 6% pension, private medical cover and hybrid working with an office in Manchester city centre. If you're interested and would like to know more, please apply through this advert and I'll be in touch.
Job Title: AI Software Engineer Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire/Hybrid Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + benefits Why Apply? A technology-led organisation is building a genuinely AI-native capability, embedding artificial intelligence into its products, platforms, and long-term strategy. This permanent, Full time Software Engineer (AI Focus) role offers the opportunity to build robust, scalable systems that integrate AI into real-world applications, not just proofs of concept. Software Engineer (AI Focus) Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable Back End systems and services Contribute to the development and evolution of a production-grade AI platform Build and integrate AI-powered features such as LLM-driven services, RAG pipelines, and agent-based workflows into core systems Apply modern software engineering best practices (clean code, testing, CI/CD, observability) to all solutions Develop internal tools and platforms to improve developer productivity and system efficiency Collaborate closely with product, data, and platform teams to deliver high-quality features Evaluate and adopt emerging tools, frameworks, and technologies where they add clear value Support the adoption of AI capabilities across the wider engineering ecosystem Software Engineer (AI Focus) Requirements Essential: Strong software engineering experience building and maintaining production systems Solid understanding of system design, scalability, and performance considerations Experience developing Back End services and APIs in modern tech stacks Exposure to, or strong interest in, AI technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs), including API integrations or prompt-based workflows Proficiency in at least two modern programming languages Experience with version control, testing practices, and CI/CD pipelines Strong collaboration skills and experience working in cross-functional teams Desirable: Experience integrating AI into production systems (eg chat interfaces, automation, intelligent search) Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, or embeddings Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) Awareness of emerging AI tooling (eg MCP, A2A, Threads or similar) Open-source contributions or side projects, particularly involving scalable systems or AI This role is best suited to software engineers who enjoy building reliable, scalable systems and are interested in applying AI to enhance real-world products and platforms. What's in it for me? Permanent, Full time Software Engineer (AI Focus) role Competitive salary (£70,000 - £90,000) Hybrid working model with remote flexibility Private healthcare Professional development and funded learning Opportunity to work on modern, AI-enabled systems at scale Clear progression within a growing engineering function This role offers a strong opportunity to shape how AI is Embedded within a modern, technology-led organisation. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
02/04/2026
Full time
Job Title: AI Software Engineer Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire/Hybrid Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + benefits Why Apply? A technology-led organisation is building a genuinely AI-native capability, embedding artificial intelligence into its products, platforms, and long-term strategy. This permanent, Full time Software Engineer (AI Focus) role offers the opportunity to build robust, scalable systems that integrate AI into real-world applications, not just proofs of concept. Software Engineer (AI Focus) Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable Back End systems and services Contribute to the development and evolution of a production-grade AI platform Build and integrate AI-powered features such as LLM-driven services, RAG pipelines, and agent-based workflows into core systems Apply modern software engineering best practices (clean code, testing, CI/CD, observability) to all solutions Develop internal tools and platforms to improve developer productivity and system efficiency Collaborate closely with product, data, and platform teams to deliver high-quality features Evaluate and adopt emerging tools, frameworks, and technologies where they add clear value Support the adoption of AI capabilities across the wider engineering ecosystem Software Engineer (AI Focus) Requirements Essential: Strong software engineering experience building and maintaining production systems Solid understanding of system design, scalability, and performance considerations Experience developing Back End services and APIs in modern tech stacks Exposure to, or strong interest in, AI technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs), including API integrations or prompt-based workflows Proficiency in at least two modern programming languages Experience with version control, testing practices, and CI/CD pipelines Strong collaboration skills and experience working in cross-functional teams Desirable: Experience integrating AI into production systems (eg chat interfaces, automation, intelligent search) Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, or embeddings Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) Awareness of emerging AI tooling (eg MCP, A2A, Threads or similar) Open-source contributions or side projects, particularly involving scalable systems or AI This role is best suited to software engineers who enjoy building reliable, scalable systems and are interested in applying AI to enhance real-world products and platforms. What's in it for me? Permanent, Full time Software Engineer (AI Focus) role Competitive salary (£70,000 - £90,000) Hybrid working model with remote flexibility Private healthcare Professional development and funded learning Opportunity to work on modern, AI-enabled systems at scale Clear progression within a growing engineering function This role offers a strong opportunity to shape how AI is Embedded within a modern, technology-led organisation. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
One of my consultancy clients are looking for a Google Cloud Architect to join on a permanent basis Role: GCP Architect Salary: £88k - £110k DOE Clearance: Active SC or Eligible for SC clearance Location: Hybrid Central London - need by need basis so you must be flexible on your onsite commitment - this could be 2 times a week or 2 times a month Depending on project demand and will vary Your role Will be focused on solving complex technology challenges and modernising Legacy systems. As a Technical Lead, you'll design and deliver cloud-based solutions, working either independently or as part of an agile team. You'll have ownership of delivery, from design through to production, with the autonomy to shape engineering practices, tooling, and ways of working. Collaboration, DevOps principles, and test automation are central to how teams operate. You'll also play a key role in mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and contributing to team growth. What You'll Be Doing Lead the design and delivery of cloud solutions using modern architectures Own technical direction and ensure successful project outcomes Work closely with stakeholders and act as a key client-facing contact Contribute to architecture decisions and engineering best practices Support and mentor engineers across teams Contribute to proposals and solution design for new opportunities What We're Looking For Strong background in software engineering or DevOps Experience with cloud platforms (ideally Google Cloud, but others welcome) Hands-on experience with tools such as Java, Python, Kubernetes, Terraform Experience designing scalable, secure, and resilient systems Familiarity with microservices, APIs, and event-driven architectures Experience working in agile teams and delivering iterative releases Nice to Have Experience with serverless and container platforms Exposure to data platforms and pipelines (eg SQL, streaming, analytics tools) Knowledge of CI/CD, automated testing (TDD/BDD), and DevOps practices Cloud certifications (or equivalent hands-on experience) Exposure to AI/ML tools and techniques Key Skills: Cloud platforms (GCP preferred) Containers & serverless (Kubernetes, Docker, Functions) Data & analytics tools (SQL, distributed data systems) Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript CI/CD & tooling (eg Jenkins or similar What You'll Get Competitive salary + performance bonus Private medical insurance Pension scheme 25 days holiday (with option to buy more) Life & income protection Flexible benefits (eg travel loans, cycle to work, etc.) If this is of interest please reach out now!
02/04/2026
Full time
One of my consultancy clients are looking for a Google Cloud Architect to join on a permanent basis Role: GCP Architect Salary: £88k - £110k DOE Clearance: Active SC or Eligible for SC clearance Location: Hybrid Central London - need by need basis so you must be flexible on your onsite commitment - this could be 2 times a week or 2 times a month Depending on project demand and will vary Your role Will be focused on solving complex technology challenges and modernising Legacy systems. As a Technical Lead, you'll design and deliver cloud-based solutions, working either independently or as part of an agile team. You'll have ownership of delivery, from design through to production, with the autonomy to shape engineering practices, tooling, and ways of working. Collaboration, DevOps principles, and test automation are central to how teams operate. You'll also play a key role in mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and contributing to team growth. What You'll Be Doing Lead the design and delivery of cloud solutions using modern architectures Own technical direction and ensure successful project outcomes Work closely with stakeholders and act as a key client-facing contact Contribute to architecture decisions and engineering best practices Support and mentor engineers across teams Contribute to proposals and solution design for new opportunities What We're Looking For Strong background in software engineering or DevOps Experience with cloud platforms (ideally Google Cloud, but others welcome) Hands-on experience with tools such as Java, Python, Kubernetes, Terraform Experience designing scalable, secure, and resilient systems Familiarity with microservices, APIs, and event-driven architectures Experience working in agile teams and delivering iterative releases Nice to Have Experience with serverless and container platforms Exposure to data platforms and pipelines (eg SQL, streaming, analytics tools) Knowledge of CI/CD, automated testing (TDD/BDD), and DevOps practices Cloud certifications (or equivalent hands-on experience) Exposure to AI/ML tools and techniques Key Skills: Cloud platforms (GCP preferred) Containers & serverless (Kubernetes, Docker, Functions) Data & analytics tools (SQL, distributed data systems) Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript CI/CD & tooling (eg Jenkins or similar What You'll Get Competitive salary + performance bonus Private medical insurance Pension scheme 25 days holiday (with option to buy more) Life & income protection Flexible benefits (eg travel loans, cycle to work, etc.) If this is of interest please reach out now!
Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Title: Principal Developer Team Lead Salary: £51,400 - £68,800 Location: Cambridge/Hybrid Contract: Permanent This Principal Developer Team Lead position offers a pivotal opportunity to shape the technical future of a world-renowned academic organisation. You'll spearhead the migration of enterprise systems to cutting-edge cloud-native AWS architectures, while balancing hands-on technical leadership with people management responsibilities. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role We're seeking a hands-on Principal Developer Team Lead to drive the technical transformation of our Exam Technology Organisation as we migrate legacy enterprise applications to modern, cloud-native architectures on AWS. You'll balance technical leadership with people management, leading a team of 4-8 developers while establishing the foundations for our future technology stack. Your initial focus will be on two strategic priorities: Evolving our SRE function - Building the DevOps infrastructure, automation, and tooling that enables Site Reliability Engineering practices across development and operations teams Advancing our AI development practice - Establishing standards, frameworks, and best practices for responsibly integrating AI capabilities into our education platforms. What You'll Do Technical Leadership Lead migration of legacy applications to cloud-native AWS architectures Build DevOps automation to support SRE practices Establish AI/ML development standards and frameworks Set observability, monitoring, and incident response standards Promote best practices in web, event-driven, and cloud-native technologies Provide technical expertise and oversee code reviews People Leadership Manage and mentor a team of 4-8 developers, providing coaching, development plan Identifying training needs in AI/ML and SRE. Support recruitment and foster a culture of continual improvement and wellbeing. Delivery & Collaboration Deliver software in agile squads Collaborate with architects, SREs, product owners, and infrastructure teams Liaise with stakeholders to identify education sector needs Plan and estimate migrations and feature delivery Coordinate with service management, security, and AWS experts About you Essentialexperience Degree or equivalent Proven technical team leadership Skilled in two or more modern programming languages Experience with AWS cloud and infrastructure DevOps skills: automation, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code Understanding of SRE and observability Experience in web-apps and modern frameworks Strong communicator with technical and non-technical audiences Technical Expertise CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and developer tooling Observability tools, monitoring, logging, and alerting systems Responsible AI practices and governance Event-driven architecture and microservices patterns Software design patterns and scalability best practices Security principles in cloud environments Leadership Qualities Ability to set technical standards and provide thought leadership Experience balancing people management with hands-on contribution Strong mentoring and coaching skills Collaborative approach that builds trust across teams Passion for continuous learning in AI/ML and DevOps Promotes inclusion and continuous improvement You'll be instrumental in our digital transformation, establishing the foundations for reliable, innovative systems that serve millions of learners, teachers, and researchers worldwide. By evolving our SRE function and advancing our AI practice, you'll empower teams to deliver high-performance solutions while responsibly harnessing cutting-edge technologies. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 16th April 2026. As part of the application process you can expect: Two questions to select one answer from multiple options. A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager. First stage interview via MS Teams or in person. You will be provided with a brief to complete a role related task which will need to be returned by email in advance of your interview. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
02/04/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Developer Team Lead Salary: £51,400 - £68,800 Location: Cambridge/Hybrid Contract: Permanent This Principal Developer Team Lead position offers a pivotal opportunity to shape the technical future of a world-renowned academic organisation. You'll spearhead the migration of enterprise systems to cutting-edge cloud-native AWS architectures, while balancing hands-on technical leadership with people management responsibilities. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role We're seeking a hands-on Principal Developer Team Lead to drive the technical transformation of our Exam Technology Organisation as we migrate legacy enterprise applications to modern, cloud-native architectures on AWS. You'll balance technical leadership with people management, leading a team of 4-8 developers while establishing the foundations for our future technology stack. Your initial focus will be on two strategic priorities: Evolving our SRE function - Building the DevOps infrastructure, automation, and tooling that enables Site Reliability Engineering practices across development and operations teams Advancing our AI development practice - Establishing standards, frameworks, and best practices for responsibly integrating AI capabilities into our education platforms. What You'll Do Technical Leadership Lead migration of legacy applications to cloud-native AWS architectures Build DevOps automation to support SRE practices Establish AI/ML development standards and frameworks Set observability, monitoring, and incident response standards Promote best practices in web, event-driven, and cloud-native technologies Provide technical expertise and oversee code reviews People Leadership Manage and mentor a team of 4-8 developers, providing coaching, development plan Identifying training needs in AI/ML and SRE. Support recruitment and foster a culture of continual improvement and wellbeing. Delivery & Collaboration Deliver software in agile squads Collaborate with architects, SREs, product owners, and infrastructure teams Liaise with stakeholders to identify education sector needs Plan and estimate migrations and feature delivery Coordinate with service management, security, and AWS experts About you Essentialexperience Degree or equivalent Proven technical team leadership Skilled in two or more modern programming languages Experience with AWS cloud and infrastructure DevOps skills: automation, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code Understanding of SRE and observability Experience in web-apps and modern frameworks Strong communicator with technical and non-technical audiences Technical Expertise CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and developer tooling Observability tools, monitoring, logging, and alerting systems Responsible AI practices and governance Event-driven architecture and microservices patterns Software design patterns and scalability best practices Security principles in cloud environments Leadership Qualities Ability to set technical standards and provide thought leadership Experience balancing people management with hands-on contribution Strong mentoring and coaching skills Collaborative approach that builds trust across teams Passion for continuous learning in AI/ML and DevOps Promotes inclusion and continuous improvement You'll be instrumental in our digital transformation, establishing the foundations for reliable, innovative systems that serve millions of learners, teachers, and researchers worldwide. By evolving our SRE function and advancing our AI practice, you'll empower teams to deliver high-performance solutions while responsibly harnessing cutting-edge technologies. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 16th April 2026. As part of the application process you can expect: Two questions to select one answer from multiple options. A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager. First stage interview via MS Teams or in person. You will be provided with a brief to complete a role related task which will need to be returned by email in advance of your interview. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
Head of AI and Innovation Recruiting for an organisation investing significantly in AI and innovation as a key driver of their future. In order to achieve their goals, they re creating an innovation function with the autonomy and sponsorship to challenge the current products and services. As Head of AI & Innovation, you ll be entrusted with building and leading this capability from the ground up. You ll operate with senior-level backing to experiment and explore ideas outside of the existing product or technology roadmaps. This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands both technology and commercial impact and can turn bold thinking into tangible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define how AI should be applied across the existing products and services, balancing long-term ambition with short-term experimentation and delivery Explore concepts, test assumptions and convert ideas into working prototypes and MVPs that can be validated with real users and stakeholders Investigate emerging technologies and approaches, from LLM driven capabilities to advanced analytics, ultimately resulting in new ways of differentiating the existing offerings Improve how the business operates through identifying opportunities where AI can remove friction, automate workflows and improve decision-making across internal teams Embed AI practices around data usage, model behaviour, transparency and compliance. Ensuring innovation is matched with trust Work closely with executive leadership to shape priorities, communicate progress and ensure AI initiatives remain aligned with business strategy Recruit, mentor and lead a small group of highly capable Principal Software Engineers, creating an environment that rewards curiosity, pace, and quality Key Skills Proven Innovator who has successfully introduced new technologies and approaches into an established technology organisation and understands how to navigate both opportunity and resistance Hands-on experience designing, building and deploying AI-powered solutions, including LLM based systems Have clear judgement and ability to communicate where AI adds value A solid background in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure with experience delivering scalable, production grade solutions Commercially minded individual who is comfortable translating complex technical ideas into clear business outcomes for senior, non-technical stakeholders Experience leading technical teams and influencing across product, engineering and operations without relying on formal authority A track record of delivery, moving from ideation to real-world impact, including how new AI features will be utilised by customers Must possess experience working with innovative or disruptive technologies
02/04/2026
Full time
Head of AI and Innovation Recruiting for an organisation investing significantly in AI and innovation as a key driver of their future. In order to achieve their goals, they re creating an innovation function with the autonomy and sponsorship to challenge the current products and services. As Head of AI & Innovation, you ll be entrusted with building and leading this capability from the ground up. You ll operate with senior-level backing to experiment and explore ideas outside of the existing product or technology roadmaps. This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands both technology and commercial impact and can turn bold thinking into tangible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define how AI should be applied across the existing products and services, balancing long-term ambition with short-term experimentation and delivery Explore concepts, test assumptions and convert ideas into working prototypes and MVPs that can be validated with real users and stakeholders Investigate emerging technologies and approaches, from LLM driven capabilities to advanced analytics, ultimately resulting in new ways of differentiating the existing offerings Improve how the business operates through identifying opportunities where AI can remove friction, automate workflows and improve decision-making across internal teams Embed AI practices around data usage, model behaviour, transparency and compliance. Ensuring innovation is matched with trust Work closely with executive leadership to shape priorities, communicate progress and ensure AI initiatives remain aligned with business strategy Recruit, mentor and lead a small group of highly capable Principal Software Engineers, creating an environment that rewards curiosity, pace, and quality Key Skills Proven Innovator who has successfully introduced new technologies and approaches into an established technology organisation and understands how to navigate both opportunity and resistance Hands-on experience designing, building and deploying AI-powered solutions, including LLM based systems Have clear judgement and ability to communicate where AI adds value A solid background in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure with experience delivering scalable, production grade solutions Commercially minded individual who is comfortable translating complex technical ideas into clear business outcomes for senior, non-technical stakeholders Experience leading technical teams and influencing across product, engineering and operations without relying on formal authority A track record of delivery, moving from ideation to real-world impact, including how new AI features will be utilised by customers Must possess experience working with innovative or disruptive technologies
Head of AI and Innovation Recruiting for an organisation investing significantly in AI and innovation as a key driver of their future. In order to achieve their goals, they re creating an innovation function with the autonomy and sponsorship to challenge the current products and services. As Head of AI & Innovation, you ll be entrusted with building and leading this capability from the ground up. You ll operate with senior-level backing to experiment and explore ideas outside of the existing product or technology roadmaps. This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands both technology and commercial impact and can turn bold thinking into tangible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define how AI should be applied across the existing products and services, balancing long-term ambition with short-term experimentation and delivery Explore concepts, test assumptions and convert ideas into working prototypes and MVPs that can be validated with real users and stakeholders Investigate emerging technologies and approaches, from LLM driven capabilities to advanced analytics, ultimately resulting in new ways of differentiating the existing offerings Improve how the business operates through identifying opportunities where AI can remove friction, automate workflows and improve decision-making across internal teams Embed AI practices around data usage, model behaviour, transparency and compliance. Ensuring innovation is matched with trust Work closely with executive leadership to shape priorities, communicate progress and ensure AI initiatives remain aligned with business strategy Recruit, mentor and lead a small group of highly capable Principal Software Engineers, creating an environment that rewards curiosity, pace, and quality Key Skills Proven Innovator who has successfully introduced new technologies and approaches into an established technology organisation and understands how to navigate both opportunity and resistance Hands-on experience designing, building and deploying AI-powered solutions, including LLM based systems Have clear judgement and ability to communicate where AI adds value A solid background in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure with experience delivering scalable, production grade solutions Commercially minded individual who is comfortable translating complex technical ideas into clear business outcomes for senior, non-technical stakeholders Experience leading technical teams and influencing across product, engineering and operations without relying on formal authority A track record of delivery, moving from ideation to real-world impact, including how new AI features will be utilised by customers Must possess experience working with innovative or disruptive technologies
02/04/2026
Full time
Head of AI and Innovation Recruiting for an organisation investing significantly in AI and innovation as a key driver of their future. In order to achieve their goals, they re creating an innovation function with the autonomy and sponsorship to challenge the current products and services. As Head of AI & Innovation, you ll be entrusted with building and leading this capability from the ground up. You ll operate with senior-level backing to experiment and explore ideas outside of the existing product or technology roadmaps. This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands both technology and commercial impact and can turn bold thinking into tangible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define how AI should be applied across the existing products and services, balancing long-term ambition with short-term experimentation and delivery Explore concepts, test assumptions and convert ideas into working prototypes and MVPs that can be validated with real users and stakeholders Investigate emerging technologies and approaches, from LLM driven capabilities to advanced analytics, ultimately resulting in new ways of differentiating the existing offerings Improve how the business operates through identifying opportunities where AI can remove friction, automate workflows and improve decision-making across internal teams Embed AI practices around data usage, model behaviour, transparency and compliance. Ensuring innovation is matched with trust Work closely with executive leadership to shape priorities, communicate progress and ensure AI initiatives remain aligned with business strategy Recruit, mentor and lead a small group of highly capable Principal Software Engineers, creating an environment that rewards curiosity, pace, and quality Key Skills Proven Innovator who has successfully introduced new technologies and approaches into an established technology organisation and understands how to navigate both opportunity and resistance Hands-on experience designing, building and deploying AI-powered solutions, including LLM based systems Have clear judgement and ability to communicate where AI adds value A solid background in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure with experience delivering scalable, production grade solutions Commercially minded individual who is comfortable translating complex technical ideas into clear business outcomes for senior, non-technical stakeholders Experience leading technical teams and influencing across product, engineering and operations without relying on formal authority A track record of delivery, moving from ideation to real-world impact, including how new AI features will be utilised by customers Must possess experience working with innovative or disruptive technologies
