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Digital Services and Systems Team Leader
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council Reigate, Surrey, UK
11/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Digital Services & Systems Team Leader Location of work: Town Hall, Reigate Salary: TS1 Pay scales £48075 to £62004 Basis: Permanent, Full time   Are you ready to make a real impact in shaping the digital future of local government? We’re seeking a proactive and innovative Digital Services & Systems Team Leader to join our ICT department. This is a hands-on team leader role, ideal for a self-starter who thrives on driving digital transformation and operational excellence.   About the Role As the Digital Services & Systems Team Leader, you will: Lead a team of three Business Improvement Analysts and three System Support Analysts. Develop and maintain a forward-looking, agile business application architecture to support council services. Contribute to ICT strategy, ensuring compliance with national and local standards. Manage team resourcing, external partnerships and problem escalation.   Key Responsibilities Drive digital transformation initiatives, including service design, form building, and automation. Champion user-centred design and accessibility across all digital services. Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration. Evaluate proposals for new systems and enhancements, prioritizing based on ROI and strategic fit. Oversee the development of online forms using low-code platforms (e.g., Granicus govService), HTML/CSS, and API integration. Support systems administration for both legacy and modern cloud platforms. Plan and coordinate software rollouts, including governance, training, and change communication. Lead the adoption and rollout of collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint and encourage their use to enhance productivity.   What We’re Looking For Proven experience in digital services, systems leadership, or ICT project management. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience with digital transformation, automation, and user-centred design. Ability to manage multiple priorities and foster cross-functional collaboration. Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.   Join us as we embark on our journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey.  Play a pivotal role in shaping the council’s digital landscape, making a difference for our community and colleagues alike. Apply today to lead our digital journey!   Staff Benefits In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.   We provide you with competitive annual leave, and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.   Additional Information For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.   We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.   Closing date: Tuesday 6 January 2026 Interview date: Monday 19 January 2026   Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.   Local Government Reorganisation Reigate and Banstead Borough Council is part of the government’s plans for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) scheduled to take place in April 2027. This means the current two-tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Reigate, will be replaced with two unitary councils made up of East and West Surrey, which will handle all local services. Reigate and Banstead Borough Council will form part of the new East Surrey unitary authority.   Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take some time and during that time we still need to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council(s) which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation.   Further information on LGR can be found here: Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Devolution | Reigate and Banstead   See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
Associate Director, IT Infrastructure
AskBio Edinburgh, UK
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.   As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.   Job Responsibilities Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners   Vendor & Contract Management: Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships Define and monitor service level agreements Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies Review and approve contractor work Manage vendor performance and escalations   Security & Compliance: Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits Develop and maintain security compliance documentation Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities Implement security recommendations and remediation plans Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards Participate in security incident response planning   Business Continuity: Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure Coordinate and execute DR testing Maintain DR documentation and procedures Develop and maintain business continuity plans Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met   Financial Planning & Technical Debt: Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations Identify and track technical debt Create remediation plans for technical debt Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements    Key Competencies:   Technical: Infrastructure architecture and design Performance optimization Problem-solving and troubleshooting Security best practices Technical documentation   Business & Management: Contract negotiation and management Budget planning and control Risk management Audit response and compliance Strategic planning Vendor management Cost-benefit analysis   Interpersonal: Strong communication skills Stakeholder management Team collaboration Conflict resolution Customer service orientation Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains   Leadership: Technical leadership Project management Mentoring and knowledge transfer Change management Strategic thinking   Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by: Infrastructure stability and performance improvements Stakeholder satisfaction levels Project delivery effectiveness Technical problem resolution metrics Team collaboration effectiveness Innovation and process improvements   Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.   This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.   ​Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles Experience with high-performance computing environments Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments Strong understanding of storage systems and networking Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere   Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Experience with WEKA storage systems Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with infrastructure automation tools Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) ITIL certification Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar) Experience with GxP compliance Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Web Developer (.NET)
Pense Ltd
12/11/2025
Full time
Role and Responsibilities This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing. You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.” You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements. The job role will consist of the below responsibilities: Development CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C# Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights) Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL) Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB Technical Documentation Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls) Support Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues Requirement Gathering: Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes Accountability and Working Relationships Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team Partners closely with CTO (hands on) Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification Working Environment and Hours: Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred) Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Pension scheme Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work Skills – Essential C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management Skills – Desirable Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore React Native and building mobile apps Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows) Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow) Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones Twilio API Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API Development Path Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day. Job Type: Full-time Benefits:   Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking   Ability to commute/relocate:   Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)   Work Location: In person
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Walsall Council Walsall
04/06/2025
Full time
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial) Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa# Full time, permanent Walsall Ref: RT01125   We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure. As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will: Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings. Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems. Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls. Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology. Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology. What we are about We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats.  These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery. By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team. For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you. You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035  per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance. Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025. For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.  BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities.  A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only). This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers.  The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted.  Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them.  Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information. About Us Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development. We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application. Living in Walsall Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages. Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
Senior Information Security Analyst
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited Liverpool
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.   Job Title:  Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC) Location:  Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Working Hours:  Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Salary:  £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).   What you will be doing: Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion. Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards. Lead third party risk management processes. Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations. Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities. Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services. Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements. Support the implementation of security tools and technologies. Provide oversight of the security incident management process. Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels. Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group. Provide support for internal and external security audits. Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required. Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.   What we look for: Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset. Experience with risk assessment methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives. Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST. Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.   About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.  Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:  Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.  Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner  Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.   Reward, Recognition and Culture :  Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!    All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Technical Lead
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited Liverpool
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle).  Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions. The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.   Job Title:  Technical Business Lead Working Hours:  37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location:  Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Salary:  £70,000-£85,000 DOE   What you will be doing: Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use. Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes   What we are looking for: Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components. Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc. Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana) Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps     About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.  Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:  Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.  Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner  Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.   Reward, Recognition and Culture :  Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!    All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
IT Technical Architect
Trinity College London London, UK
09/09/2024
Contractor
We’ve got some exciting plans ahead at Trinity and are looking for experienced IT Technical Architects at all levels to join us over the next three to six months! At the moment we are accepting expressions of interest from you and we plan to commence our assessment and selection process during the end of Autumn 2024. We are keen to learn more from you, about your level of expertise and what you can bring to the table.  Are you an experienced and dynamic IT Technical Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Trinity College London is embarking on a period of growth and transformation, and we are seeking  a number of talented IT Technical Architects to join our team. This is a unique chance to contribute to the future of a leading internationally recognised awarding organisation, publisher and independent education charity. If you have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and are passionate about driving change, we invite you to be a part of our journey.    About the role At Trinity College, we have a suite of products offering exams in music, performing arts, English Language and more. We have embarked on an extensive and ambitious modernisation programme, as more of our products move online, and are looking for hands-on Technical Architects, with AWS experience, as our technology and approach matures. As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing solutions, primarily cloud based, to meet Trinity College London’s evolving technology needs. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation, our partners, and suppliers, to ensure that we deliver high quality solutions to specification. Together with the rest of the architecture team, you will participate in the Technical Design Authority and Cloud Centre of Excellence forums, to use your expertise and experience to help shape our standards and best practices and to help projects to progress with the best solutions. As a hands-on IT Architect, you will communicate extensively with our design and developments teams and partners, getting involved with Proof of Concept and Prototyping work, and ensuring DevOps and coding standards are well defined and adhered to. You will be able to show technical ownership and leadership, being able to take solutions from conception to implementation and support. As a technology and AWS subject matter expert, you will be able to provide guidance both within and outside the team.   About You Extensive experience building solutions using key elements of our technology stack, in particular AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway etc) Knowledge of good, secure and efficient working practices on AWS, with reference to the Well Architected Framework. In-depth knowledge of the creation, management, promotion and integration of business data-centric APIs. Understanding of data, domain-driven design, integration, and the importance of data to an organisation. Experience working with 3rd party suppliers to provide cohesive, integrated SaaS solutions. Exemplary written and verbal communication skills Ability to present technical solutions to non-technical audiences in an effective manner Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners Experience in a variety of requirement gathering techniques Excellent business process and architectural modelling skills Knowledge and experience of a wide variety of platforms, operating systems, systems software, business applications, ideally related to the education sector Experience of providing solutions for cloud, on-premise and hybrid applications An appetite for challenging existing practices in an effective and supportive manner Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving business environment Flexible approach to all situations Experience of working in the Education sector is desirable, preferably within an Exam Board or Awarding body Ideally, experience of migrating from package solutions (Oracle Siebel)   Our benefits Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation. As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave, private health insurance, pension scheme, regular social events, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, free access to Trinity examinations and continuous training and development, plus more.    Our commitment Trinity College London is an equal opportunities employer and our talented people come from all walks of life. Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively welcome applications from people with disabilities and will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse. We encourage all applicants to let us know if you need a little extra help with your application, want an alternative way to put in an application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.    How to Apply To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page.  Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK. We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the children and young people that we work with. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the organisation. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check. Trinity promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), w e select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge. As part of our selection process, you will be required to disclose any potential issues with criminal record checks that will be carried out if you are offered a role with Trinity. The information will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. 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DV Cleared Senior Principal Engineering Lead
Experis IT Basingstoke, Hampshire
18/03/2026
Contractor
Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Principal Engineering Lead - Mission IT Location: Basingstoke Duration: 6 months Rate: Up to £849 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in national security and defence, is hiring for a reputable client to appoint a Senior Principal Engineering Lead to provide strategic IT platform and engineering leadership within mission-critical environments. This role is pivotal in shaping technical strategies, delivering complex solutions, and driving growth across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud capabilities. What you'll be doing: Lead multi-disciplinary technical teams to deliver innovative, secure IT solutions aligned with MOD standards, JSPs, DEFSTANs, NIST, and NATO frameworks. Oversee programme delivery, bidding activities, and develop end-to-end architectures for Defence IT, C5ISR, and mission systems. Collaborate across functions to develop strategies for new capabilities, evaluate emerging technologies such as cloud, AI/ML, and secure networks. Ensure architectural governance, technical assurance, and compliance with statutory and regulatory standards. Support business development, strategic planning, and key facility development to meet future customer needs. What you'll bring: Extensive experience leading complex IT projects and teams, with a strong background in systems engineering and enterprise architecture (eg, TOGAF). Recognised expertise in secure networks, cloud, edge computing, and mission-critical software. Proven ability to influence strategy, develop innovative solutions, and foster positive cultural change. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging senior stakeholders and motivating teams. A degree in Science or Engineering, complemented by professional qualifications and ongoing CPD. Knowledge of MOD acquisition frameworks and a track record of outstanding technical contributions in the defence or security sectors. Join our client's team and contribute to impactful projects that support national security. If you are a respected leader with a passion for innovation and strategic delivery, we want to hear from you!
SC Cleared Embedded Software Engineer
Experis IT Malvern, Worcestershire
18/03/2026
Contractor
Job Title: SC Cleared Embedded Software Engineer Location: Malvern, UK Duration; 6 months Rate: Up to £80 per hour via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with SC clearance and a passion for innovative technology? Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, is hiring for a reputable company to support a critical project involving the re-architecture of a Legacy electro-optical development board. What you'll be doing: Baseline and re-architect a Legacy electro-optical development board to enhance performance and capabilities. Write, implement, and test software at both sub-system and system levels, ensuring seamless integration with application and GUI software, as well as FPGA colleagues. Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with project goals. What you'll bring: Proven experience with Xilinx Petalinux, SDK/XSDK/Vitis, and Embedded Linux environments. Strong skills in C, C++, and Python programming. Familiarity with version control tools such as GIT, and build systems like Makefile. Knowledge of FPGA development, particularly with Xilinx SoC/MPSoC/RFSOC, and experience with development boards like ZCU111. Experience with FPGA design tools such as Xilinx Vivado, VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and TCL Scripting. Desirable skills include Docker, Bamboo, Confluence, and extended database knowledge with PostgreSQL and PostGIS. What you'll need: A background in Embedded software development within a defence or aerospace environment. Experience working on complex hardware-software integration projects. A proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects within a supportive and innovative environment. If you hold SC clearance and are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join a team committed to technological excellence and impactful solutions.
Sr Engineer - Supply Chain
TJX Europe Watford, Hertfordshire
18/03/2026
Full time
TJX Companies At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Senior Engineer - Supply Chain What you'll discover Inclusive culture and career growth opportunities Global IT Organization which collaborates across U.S., Canada, Europe and Australia, click here to learn more Challenging, collaborative, and team-based environment What you'll do The Global Supply Chain - Retail Distribution Team is responsible for managingvarious Warehouse Management solutions within TJX IT. The organization delivers capabilities that enrich the customer experience and provide business value. We seek a motivated, talentedSenior Engineerwith good understanding of WMS and Labor Management As a Senior Engineer in Retail Warehouse Management Systems, you will be instrumental in all technical aspects of managing and configuring the Manhattan WMS/LMS to complement our warehouse operations. The role would also entail designing solutions that integrate Manhattan WMS with external systems triage technical issues (within Manhattan WMS logs to tracing upstream and downstream systems to identify issues, facilitate meetings with cross functional teams to resolve issues, provide input in Manhattan extension designs to ensure they are scalable. What you'll need The Global Supply Chain - Retail Distribution Team thrives on strong relationships with our business partners and works diligently to address their needs, which supports TJX growth and operational stability. On this tightly knit and fast-paced solution delivery team you will be constantly challenged to stretch and think outside the box. You will be working with product teams, architecture and business partners to strategically plan and deliver the product features by connecting the technical and business worlds. You will need to break down complex problems into steps that drive product development while keeping product quality and security as the priority. You will be responsible for most architecture, design and technical decisions within the assigned scope. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Engineering skillset 3-5 years of development experiencewith medium to large bespoke developed software solutions Agilepractitioner- Scrum/Kanban/SAFeenvironment Hands-on experience with Warehouse management operations and Configuration of COTS product Knowledge of Labor Management, Engineering standards Ability to work in distributed teams and develop multi-level relationships. Ability to lead and develop medium to large scale features/capabilities working with the product/platform/infrastructure/security teams. Responsible for achieving operational excellence as part of delivering feature. Excellent communication skills, ability to influence those around you Ability to understand the work environment and competing priorities in conjunction with developing/meeting project goals Shows a positive, open-minded and can-do attitude Strong engineering mindset, preferably with full stack experience Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of and experience with on-premise (Manhattan WMS/LMS 2018 On Prem) or cloud-based (Manhattan Active WMS/LMS) packaged software solutions and custom development. Ability to work in distributed teams and develop multi-level relationships. Personal drive for contributing to inclusion & diversity initiatives. Preferred Technical Skills: Integration Configuration: Setting up listeners, batch jobs, and message formats. Network and Printer Setup: Configuring networks and printers. Performance Testing: Designing and executing performance tests. Configuration Management: Managing and migrating configuration profiles. Defect Analysis: Analyzing and triaging defects. Extension Development: Developing and understanding extensions. Warehouse Management System (WMS): Configuring various WMS components (company details, user roles, system codes, etc.). Task Management: Configuring tasks and task paths. Putaway and Allocation: Configuring putaway types, zones, and allocation rules. Replenishment and Picking: Setting up replenishment triggers and picking parameters. Inventory Management: Managing inventory and cycle counts. System Integration: Integrating WMS with other systems and automation. SQL Skills: Writing and optimizing SQL queries. Purge and Archive: Managing data archiving and purging processes. Security and Access Control: Defining roles, permissions, and user provisioning. Dashboard Creation: Creating and managing dashboards. Printer Troubleshooting: Setting up and troubleshooting printers. Technical Configuration: Setting up servers, alerts, and monitoring. Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information. In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. Address: 770 Cochituate Rd Location: USA Home Office Framingham MA 770 Cochituate Rd This position has a starting salary range of $91,200.00 to $(phone number removed) per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive.
Prompt Engineer
Anson McCade Ltd
18/03/2026
Contractor
Software Engineering Specialist - Prompt Engineering 3 month contract/£398 p/d Inside IR35 About the Role Join our Consumer Digital team, where you'll design, deploy, and optimise chat and messaging platforms used by millions of customers daily. You'll ensure interactions are fast, accurate, and engaging, underpinned by intelligent AI that enhances the work of our customer service teams. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your work directly impacts customer experience. What You'll Be Doing Design, refine, and test prompts, instructions, and guardrails for LLM-powered features. Develop reusable prompt patterns, templates, and best practice frameworks. Analyse model outputs to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and failure modes, tuning prompts to improve accuracy, safety, and task completion. Collaborate with product, UX, and ML teams to create natural, intuitive conversational flows aligned with brand voice and accessibility standards. Integrate prompt architectures into production systems and provide guidance to cross-functional teams. Contribute to AI governance, safety reviews, and continuous performance monitoring. Ideal Background Strong understanding of Large Language Models, Generative AI, and prompt engineering techniques. Experience designing or testing conversational flows, chatbots, or NLP applications. Excellent written communication and analytical skills. Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail. Desirable: experience with AI platforms such as Sprinklr, OpenAI, Azure, Anthropic, or Google GenAI; Python or Scripting experience; familiarity with evaluation frameworks; background in UX writing, content design, linguistics, or data science. What You'll Receive Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies at scale. Exposure to complex, high-impact customer interactions and digital solutions. Career development in a team empowered to experiment, iterate, and innovate. Inclusive, collaborative culture that values curiosity, precision, and ethical AI practices. Who Should Apply This role suits engineers who are technically curious, user-focused, and collaborative. You'll thrive if you enjoy solving complex problems, iterating quickly, and driving measurable impact through AI-driven experiences. One-Line Pitch Shape the future of AI-powered customer interactions by designing and optimising conversational experiences used by millions across the UK.
IT Solution Architect
BDO UK City, London
18/03/2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons To ensure our services and applications are fit for the modern market, our IT team collaborates with every department. They develop, they explore and they implement the new ideas helping us to change the future of accounting, tax and business consulting. But, just as importantly, they maintain the tech that keeps us advancing. By testing and adopting the future of financial technical solutions, they find new and exciting ways to drive us forward. And you could too. In an IT role at BDO, you'll become part of a team that act as the backbone for our business. No matter who you are or what your skillset is, we'll give you the training and support you need to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Reporting into the IT Architecture team, the purpose of this role is to lead in designing, planning, and delivering solutions in collaboration with our Innovation & Digital Office and the business streams. Some of these solutions will be derived from innovation ideas that are being generated within the business. You'll work closely with other Architects, and Innovation Managers to ensure new solutions address a business problem whilst adhering to our architectural design and enterprise strategy. In order to accelerate time to market, you will utilise approaches such as buy before build and a rapid agile delivery. Using both minimum viable product and iterative principals the role is responsible in delivering solutions at speed into the business, utilising a 'cloud first' strategy. You must be both technically proficient and solution focussed, motivated by finding coherent and strategic solutions to complex business. You will have a track record of innovation and be able to demonstrate examples of using creativity and technical knowledge to achieve successful business outcomes through an engaging and consultative approach. In this role you'll: Be responsible for leading the design, and technical delivery of prototypes and digital products within an agile squad. Participate in the discovery of new opportunities, turning problems statements into business outcome driven technical proposals. Solve problems using creative approaches and emerging technologies. Be comfortable learning, and becoming a subject matter expert within, an assigned business domain. Collaborate with Enterprise Architects, Integration Architects and Cloud Architects to build coherent systems within our IT environments. Work alongside Business Analysts and UX Designers supporting the gathering and validating of requirements, user journeys and user experience. Contribute to the growth of the IT Architecture function and its practices, ensuring that Architecture is, and is recognised as, a valuable asset to BDO. Contribute and adhere to technical, delivery, and service governance standards whilst designing solutions. Adhere to change processes and produce high quality technical documentation. You'll be someone with: Exceptional verbal and written communication, including presentation skills. Able to communicate to stakeholders at all levels of the organisation and 3rd parties. Experience working with the following technologies: JavaScript, React, C# .NET, Python, SQL, APIs, Azure, Power Platform, SaaS, PaaS, IaC. Exposure to and understanding of emerging technologies e.g. AI, LLMs, Machine Learning, NLP, MCP etc. Experience in architecture and software development methodologies, and design techniques e.g. Agile, C4, UML, TOGAF, Microsoft Well-Architected Framework, design patterns. Experience using modern tools in support of delivery: e.g. Azure DevOps, LeanIX, Lucidchart, Figma, Balsamiq, M365. Excellent understanding of public cloud hosted infrastructure and application integrations. Experience in building Minimal Viable Products (MVP) and working with product teams. Experience evaluating and working with SaaS products. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO.
Senior Cloud Engineer
SR2 Manchester, Lancashire
18/03/2026
Full time
Senior Cloud Engineer Manchester Hybrid £80,000+ Are you a Senior Cloud Engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering problems, shaping cloud platforms, and improving how teams build and deliver software? We're looking for an experienced engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering scalable cloud and Developer Experience solutions within a modern, engineering led environment. This is a hands on position offering real ownership across architecture, delivery and platform evolution. You'll work alongside talented engineers to build resilient, secure and highly automated cloud systems, helping development teams move faster through better tooling, infrastructure and engineering practices. What You'll Be Doing Leading the design and delivery of cloud based solutions and platform capabilities Owning significant technical components from concept through to production Writing high quality, maintainable and testable code Designing scalable, loosely coupled systems across multiple services Driving best practice across performance, resilience, security and observability Contributing to solution design and technical decision making Supporting roadmap planning and identifying platform improvements Championing automation, modern tooling and engineering standards What We're Looking For Strong hands on experience with AWS Experience using Terraform for infrastructure as code CI/CD experience using GitHub Actions or similar tooling Solid understanding of cloud architecture and platform engineering principles Experience building and maintaining shared infrastructure or developer platforms Strong testing mindset and experience writing testable code Knowledge of Git and distributed version control Exposure to cloud cost optimisation and FinOps practices Tech Environment AWS Azure Terraform GitHub GitHub Actions Jira Confluence VS Code PyCharm Why Apply? Genuine technical ownership and autonomy Opportunity to influence engineering direction and tooling Modern cloud first environment Collaborative engineering culture Complex, meaningful technical challenges
Principal AI Engineer
Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment
18/03/2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL AI ENGINEER Up to £95,000 + BENEFITS LONDON (Hybrid) This is a standout opportunity to shape and scale an AI function from the ground up. You will drive the build of production-grade AI platforms, develop agentic automation for complex workflows, and deliver real business impact in an environment where engineering decisions directly influence performance and efficiency. THE COMPANY: They are a technology-led insurance organisation. Their products are powered by a combination of smart technology and human expertise, enabling them to offer fast, tailored cover to customers with diverse needs. With strong investment behind AI, they are entering a new phase of growth and building their first dedicated AI engineering team. Joining at this stage gives you the chance to influence technical strategy, architecture, and best-practice from day one. THE ROLE: Build and operate production-ready AI agents on GCP Design robust RAG pipelines covering ingestion, text processing, vector search and secure data handling. Implement evaluation frameworks, monitoring, A/B testing and performance dashboards for latency, cost and accuracy. Partner with product and operations teams to deploy AI capabilities into live environments and continually optimise performance. Shape engineering standards, patterns and tooling as part of a new AI function. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Strong commercial experience in Data Engineering, ML Engineering or Software Engineering with applied AI delivery. Deep hands-on expertise with GCP services Strong Python skills Practical experience with LLMs, embeddings, RAG architectures and vector databases. A track record of building production-grade AI systems, including observability, evaluation and automated testing. DevOps capability across CI/CD, Docker and Kubernetes or equivalent tooling. THE BENEFITS: You will receive a salary, dependent on experience. Salary is up to £95,000 On top of the salary there are some fantastic extra benefits. HOW TO APPLY Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
DV Cleared Senior Principal Engineering Lead
Experis Basingstoke, Hampshire
17/03/2026
Contractor
Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Principal Engineering Lead - Mission IT Location: Basingstoke Duration: 6 months Rate: Up to 849 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in national security and defence, is hiring for a reputable client to appoint a Senior Principal Engineering Lead to provide strategic IT platform and engineering leadership within mission-critical environments. This role is pivotal in shaping technical strategies, delivering complex solutions, and driving growth across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud capabilities. What you'll be doing: Lead multi-disciplinary technical teams to deliver innovative, secure IT solutions aligned with MOD standards, JSPs, DEFSTANs, NIST, and NATO frameworks. Oversee programme delivery, bidding activities, and develop end-to-end architectures for Defence IT, C5ISR, and mission systems. Collaborate across functions to develop strategies for new capabilities, evaluate emerging technologies such as cloud, AI/ML, and secure networks. Ensure architectural governance, technical assurance, and compliance with statutory and regulatory standards. Support business development, strategic planning, and key facility development to meet future customer needs. What you'll bring: Extensive experience leading complex IT projects and teams, with a strong background in systems engineering and enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF). Recognised expertise in secure networks, cloud, edge computing, and mission-critical software. Proven ability to influence strategy, develop innovative solutions, and foster positive cultural change. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging senior stakeholders and motivating teams. A degree in Science or Engineering, complemented by professional qualifications and ongoing CPD. Knowledge of MOD acquisition frameworks and a track record of outstanding technical contributions in the defence or security sectors. Join our client's team and contribute to impactful projects that support national security. If you are a respected leader with a passion for innovation and strategic delivery, we want to hear from you! GAF).
Software Engineering Team Lead
Spectrum IT Recruitment Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
17/03/2026
Full time
Our client is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead a team of five engineers and drive the development of high-performance desktop software used in cutting-edge industrial applications. The successful candidate will play a key role in translating advanced technical concepts and research-driven innovation into robust, scalable, customer-ready software products. The Role Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5 software engineers Take ownership of the desktop software architecture (C# / WPF) Translate research concepts and technical innovation into commercial-grade products Drive best practice in software engineering, quality, and maintainability Work closely with technical and research teams to turn new ideas into deployable solutions Remain hands-on with code, design decisions, and technical problem solving Contribute to product strategy and technical roadmap Essential Experience Strong commercial experience with C# and WPF Proven experience leading and developing a software team (minimum team size of 4-5) Experience delivering production-ready software products A research-led environment (PhD, university research, advanced R&D roles) with subsequent commercial software delivery experience Ability to translate complex technical or research-driven concepts into practical software solutions Beneficial Experience DevOps and CI/CD pipeline implementation Exposure to machine learning or AI-driven systems Experience working on technically complex or cutting-edge software products Modern software engineering practices and tooling Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Systems Architect - Building Controls
Alecto Recruitment
17/03/2026
Full time
Systems Architect - Building Controls Alecto Recruitment works closely with a UK leading building management systems provider who has been established for over 20 years. They are specialists within building controls along with having a dedicated master system integrator division to their business. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an experienced Systems architect / Smart Solutions Engineer. Role Overview As a Smart Solutions Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing integrated smart building solutions for large-scale commercial projects. You'll collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless integration across various building systems, delivering solutions that are secure, scalable, and aligned with our clients' objectives. Key Responsibilities Integrated Systems Design: Develop and oversee the design of integrated solutions encompassing BMS, lighting, HVAC, and other building systems using protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, DALI, OPC, and MQTT. Device Qualification: Conduct rigorous testing of system devices, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and verifying robust network capabilities. Asset Naming Conventions: Ensure adherence to asset naming standards, such as Building Device Naming Standards (BDNS) across all projects. Building Information Modelling: Implement and manage semantic building data models using standards like Software Solutions Collaboration: Work closely with our internal software engineering team to define requirements for integrations, data management and enhanced capabilities. Essential Qualifications & Experience Minimum 5 years experience in Smart Buildings Industry. Strong understanding of Building Systems such as BMS, Lighting Controls, Access Control, etc. Proficiency with open protocols such as BACnet and Modbus. Good understanding of IT/OT networks and network cybersecurity principles. Experience with semantic building data modelling standards (BRICK, Haystack, DBO). Hands-on experience with controller systems, preferably Tridium Niagara. Salary / Benefits: 55,000 - 60,000 Car Allowance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Pension Private Healthcare INDBMS
SC Cleared Embedded Software Engineer
Experis
17/03/2026
Contractor
Job Title: SC Cleared Embedded Software Engineer Location: Malvern, UK Duration; 6 months Rate: Up to 80 per hour via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with SC clearance and a passion for innovative technology? Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, is hiring for a reputable company to support a critical project involving the re-architecture of a legacy electro-optical development board. What you'll be doing: Baseline and re-architect a legacy electro-optical development board to enhance performance and capabilities. Write, implement, and test software at both sub-system and system levels, ensuring seamless integration with application and GUI software, as well as FPGA colleagues. Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with project goals. What you'll bring: Proven experience with Xilinx Petalinux, SDK/XSDK/Vitis, and embedded Linux environments. Strong skills in C, C++, and Python programming. Familiarity with version control tools such as GIT, and build systems like Makefile. Knowledge of FPGA development, particularly with Xilinx SoC/MPSoC/RFSOC, and experience with development boards like ZCU111. Experience with FPGA design tools such as Xilinx Vivado, VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and TCL scripting. Desirable skills include Docker, Bamboo, Confluence, and extended database knowledge with PostgreSQL and PostGIS. What you'll need: A background in embedded software development within a defence or aerospace environment. Experience working on complex hardware-software integration projects. A proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects within a supportive and innovative environment. If you hold SC clearance and are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join a team committed to technological excellence and impactful solutions.
Senior Technical Architect
Spectrum IT Recruitment
17/03/2026
Full time
Senior Technical Lead - Microsoft transformation up to 100k + Bonus and Hybrid working options A great opportunity for an experienced Technical Lead to join a growing SaaS Product team focused on Digital Transformation. The ideal candidate will be an established SaaS Technical Lead with IT modernisation project experience and good knowledge of the Microsoft Product set. It is an essential requirement to have commercial experience leading legacy upgrades and leadership of (.Net) software engineers. The company offer home working 2 days per week with offices in Berkshire (Reading, Slough, Woking areas). Core responsibilities: Lead software developers (.Net, C#, SQL) steering tech direction, process, and code quality Architecture design and roadmap leadership for Microsoft transformation projects Liaising with external clients, defining requirements. Implement AI/ML technologies Essential experience: 5 years+ commercial experience in a SaaS Product based environment Extensive Technical Leadership and Technical Architecture experience Team leadership experience, ideally both onshore and offshore Hands-on background in the .Net tech stack, .Net8+, SQL Azure/M365 cloud migration experience To hear more about this opportunity please apply to this advert or contact me on LinkedIn Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.