Outside IR35 Backend Software Engineer - MOD/Defence Project, Farnborough, Hybrid, £500-550 per day Contract opportunity for a backend software engineer for a programme involving LLM. This is for a defence consultancy and security clearance (SC) would be needed prior to engagement. Due to the nature of the role, 1-3 days per week in Farnborough is needed. Key skills required Backed development experience (Mid-senior level) Python Data Pipeline Creation and Management API Creation and Integration Database Creation and Integration Working with JSON If you have worked in a security cleared environment, have the active relevant Security Clearance and skilled with backend development - please apply.
30/05/2026
Full time
Outside IR35 Backend Software Engineer - MOD/Defence Project, Farnborough, Hybrid, £500-550 per day Contract opportunity for a backend software engineer for a programme involving LLM. This is for a defence consultancy and security clearance (SC) would be needed prior to engagement. Due to the nature of the role, 1-3 days per week in Farnborough is needed. Key skills required Backed development experience (Mid-senior level) Python Data Pipeline Creation and Management API Creation and Integration Database Creation and Integration Working with JSON If you have worked in a security cleared environment, have the active relevant Security Clearance and skilled with backend development - please apply.
iO Associates is seeking a Python Engineer for a permanent role based in Cheltenham, working 4-5 days a week. Candidates must be SC Cleared or willing to undergo clearance. This role involves leading complex projects, particularly in areas such as software defined radio, and collaborating within Security or Defence sectors is advantageous. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £85,000 depending on experience. Immediate start is desired, and interested candidates should respond with their updated CV.
30/05/2026
Full time
iO Associates is seeking a Python Engineer for a permanent role based in Cheltenham, working 4-5 days a week. Candidates must be SC Cleared or willing to undergo clearance. This role involves leading complex projects, particularly in areas such as software defined radio, and collaborating within Security or Defence sectors is advantageous. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £85,000 depending on experience. Immediate start is desired, and interested candidates should respond with their updated CV.
Interaction Designer (SC Cleared) The Company: At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Role Overview: As an Interaction Designer, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams-including UX designers, front-end developers, researchers, and software engineers-to design services, products, and tools that align with user needs. You will lead the design process, focusing on user interactions to ensure intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for government services. This role will require security clearance (SC), and you must be capable of working within a secure environment while balancing user-cantered design with stakeholder requirements. Key Responsibilities: Understand User Journeys: Engage with research to understand user needs, behaviours, and pain points, ensuring design solutions are grounded in user insights. Prototype Development: Create and iterate on prototypes to test, validate, and communicate design ideas, improving the product based on feedback. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work in an agile environment alongside developers, researchers, and other designers to translate concepts into effective user-cantered designs. Interaction Design: Lead efforts to design how users interact with the product, identifying areas for improvement and enhancement. Typography and Affordance: Utilize typography, visual hierarchy, and affordance to improve usability and optimize the user experience. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders across various levels, ensuring design decisions align with user needs and business goals, including support at senior departmental levels. Continuous Improvement: Review and analyse existing designs and identify opportunities for enhancement and innovation within the product lifecycle. Requirements: Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC (Security Check) clearance. Proven experience as an interaction designer, UX designer, or a similar role, preferably in a government or public sector environment. Strong portfolio showcasing user-cantered designs and prototypes, with a focus on user interaction and usability. Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar. Strong understanding of user research methodologies and applying insights to improve designs. Experience with agile methodologies and working within multidisciplinary teams. Key Competencies: Expertise in designing user interactions and flows, ensuring that digital services are easy to use and meet accessibility standards. Ability to design and iterate on prototypes that communicate design ideas and meet user requirements. Excellent understanding of typography, visual design, and how affordances guide user behaviour. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and negotiate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Benefits: Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. What Happens Next? Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.
30/05/2026
Full time
Interaction Designer (SC Cleared) The Company: At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Role Overview: As an Interaction Designer, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams-including UX designers, front-end developers, researchers, and software engineers-to design services, products, and tools that align with user needs. You will lead the design process, focusing on user interactions to ensure intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for government services. This role will require security clearance (SC), and you must be capable of working within a secure environment while balancing user-cantered design with stakeholder requirements. Key Responsibilities: Understand User Journeys: Engage with research to understand user needs, behaviours, and pain points, ensuring design solutions are grounded in user insights. Prototype Development: Create and iterate on prototypes to test, validate, and communicate design ideas, improving the product based on feedback. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work in an agile environment alongside developers, researchers, and other designers to translate concepts into effective user-cantered designs. Interaction Design: Lead efforts to design how users interact with the product, identifying areas for improvement and enhancement. Typography and Affordance: Utilize typography, visual hierarchy, and affordance to improve usability and optimize the user experience. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders across various levels, ensuring design decisions align with user needs and business goals, including support at senior departmental levels. Continuous Improvement: Review and analyse existing designs and identify opportunities for enhancement and innovation within the product lifecycle. Requirements: Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for SC (Security Check) clearance. Proven experience as an interaction designer, UX designer, or a similar role, preferably in a government or public sector environment. Strong portfolio showcasing user-cantered designs and prototypes, with a focus on user interaction and usability. Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar. Strong understanding of user research methodologies and applying insights to improve designs. Experience with agile methodologies and working within multidisciplinary teams. Key Competencies: Expertise in designing user interactions and flows, ensuring that digital services are easy to use and meet accessibility standards. Ability to design and iterate on prototypes that communicate design ideas and meet user requirements. Excellent understanding of typography, visual design, and how affordances guide user behaviour. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and negotiate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Benefits: Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. What Happens Next? Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.
Zaizi is looking for a Senior Software Developer with solid technology skills, but who is also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You'll be reliable in your own deliverables but also curious about and offer innovative ideas to others in a mutli-disciplinary team. Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! Essential skills: Ways of working Developing digital solutions delivered to the GDS standard Demonstrable experience working on Agile environments Demonstrable experience working on product development environments based on observation, experimentation and user research Demonstrable experience working in multi-disciplinary/DevOps teams which include product owner/manager, UX designers, UX researchers, Developers, Platform engineers, etc Demonstrable experience working on continuous improvement environments doing multiple releases every week Coding and testing: Demonstrable experience designing, coding and debugging Golang based systems Good skills in web front end technologies such as HTML, CSS, Bootstrap Golang Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes Atlassian Build tools: Maven, Gradle, Ant Familiar with source control systems, such as GIT, including branching, merging, etc. Testing: TDD, unit testing, JUnit, Mockito, Cypress Good knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL including data modelling, SQL scripts, store procedures Shift to the left: Functional test automation (API testing, UI testing cucumber, nightwatch ) Nice to have skills: AWS Knowledge of Open Source BPMN workflow engines (Camunda, Activiti or Flowable) Experience on a front-end javascript framework such as react, angular or vue.js RedHat OpenShift for container orchestration Knowledge of NCSC's 14 cloud security principles. SC Clearance: Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. You don't meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process-just ask! Interview Process: 1st stage: Initial phone screening done by a member of the recruitment team 2nd stage: Technical interview, this stage evaluates your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, especially if you're applying for a technical role. Final Stage: 10-15 min presentation and a panel interview where multiple people from different departments ask you questions. Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 Compensation Competitive Pay: Salaries reviewed annually to ensure they reflect your performance and market value. Loyalty Pension: We invest in your future. Starting at a 5% employer contribution, we increase this by 0.5% every year after your third anniversary, up to a maximum of 8% . Protection: Comprehensive Group Life Assurance for peace of mind. Purpose & Culture Real Impact: Work on mission-critical projects that secure and improve the UK's digital infrastructure. Autonomy: A culture that empowers you to make decisions, prototype rapidly, and iterate towards success. Service & Community: We support those who serve. 10 paid days for Reservist Military Service. Work / Life Balance Time Off: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with the flexibility to Buy/Sell additional days to suit your lifestyle. Giving back: 2 paid volunteering days per year. Development & Growth Master Your Craft: Fully funded professional certifications (AWS, GCP, Agile, etc.) supported by 5 days paid study leave . Expand Your Horizons: An additional £500 annual "Personal Choice" fund to learn whatever inspires you-work-related or not. Support: Access to 1-2-1 professional coaching and team training to accelerate your career. Health & Balance Premium Health: Vitality Private Medical Insurance (includes Apple Watch, gym discounts, and rewards). Flexibility: Genuine hybrid working with a WFH equipment allowance to perfect your home setup. Wellbeing: Cycle to Work scheme and a commitment to sustainable, healthy working practices. For further information contact: Nat Hinds: Head of Talent Kayla Kirby: Talent Acquisition Specialist
30/05/2026
Full time
Zaizi is looking for a Senior Software Developer with solid technology skills, but who is also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You'll be reliable in your own deliverables but also curious about and offer innovative ideas to others in a mutli-disciplinary team. Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! Essential skills: Ways of working Developing digital solutions delivered to the GDS standard Demonstrable experience working on Agile environments Demonstrable experience working on product development environments based on observation, experimentation and user research Demonstrable experience working in multi-disciplinary/DevOps teams which include product owner/manager, UX designers, UX researchers, Developers, Platform engineers, etc Demonstrable experience working on continuous improvement environments doing multiple releases every week Coding and testing: Demonstrable experience designing, coding and debugging Golang based systems Good skills in web front end technologies such as HTML, CSS, Bootstrap Golang Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes Atlassian Build tools: Maven, Gradle, Ant Familiar with source control systems, such as GIT, including branching, merging, etc. Testing: TDD, unit testing, JUnit, Mockito, Cypress Good knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL including data modelling, SQL scripts, store procedures Shift to the left: Functional test automation (API testing, UI testing cucumber, nightwatch ) Nice to have skills: AWS Knowledge of Open Source BPMN workflow engines (Camunda, Activiti or Flowable) Experience on a front-end javascript framework such as react, angular or vue.js RedHat OpenShift for container orchestration Knowledge of NCSC's 14 cloud security principles. SC Clearance: Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. You don't meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process-just ask! Interview Process: 1st stage: Initial phone screening done by a member of the recruitment team 2nd stage: Technical interview, this stage evaluates your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, especially if you're applying for a technical role. Final Stage: 10-15 min presentation and a panel interview where multiple people from different departments ask you questions. Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 Compensation Competitive Pay: Salaries reviewed annually to ensure they reflect your performance and market value. Loyalty Pension: We invest in your future. Starting at a 5% employer contribution, we increase this by 0.5% every year after your third anniversary, up to a maximum of 8% . Protection: Comprehensive Group Life Assurance for peace of mind. Purpose & Culture Real Impact: Work on mission-critical projects that secure and improve the UK's digital infrastructure. Autonomy: A culture that empowers you to make decisions, prototype rapidly, and iterate towards success. Service & Community: We support those who serve. 10 paid days for Reservist Military Service. Work / Life Balance Time Off: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with the flexibility to Buy/Sell additional days to suit your lifestyle. Giving back: 2 paid volunteering days per year. Development & Growth Master Your Craft: Fully funded professional certifications (AWS, GCP, Agile, etc.) supported by 5 days paid study leave . Expand Your Horizons: An additional £500 annual "Personal Choice" fund to learn whatever inspires you-work-related or not. Support: Access to 1-2-1 professional coaching and team training to accelerate your career. Health & Balance Premium Health: Vitality Private Medical Insurance (includes Apple Watch, gym discounts, and rewards). Flexibility: Genuine hybrid working with a WFH equipment allowance to perfect your home setup. Wellbeing: Cycle to Work scheme and a commitment to sustainable, healthy working practices. For further information contact: Nat Hinds: Head of Talent Kayla Kirby: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Are you SC cleared and ready for your next big challenge? Picture this: an environment where you're actively encouraged to grow with no limits on certifications (all fully paid!), and 20% of your work time dedicated to upskilling in areas of your choice. That's the kind of career development you'll find here! You will be joining a leader in digital transformations, where you'll work closely with government and public sector organisations to modernise their environments through cloud and microservices. With the UK government pushing the envelope with a bold IT strategy centered around user-centric design, Agile development, open-source software, continuous delivery, infrastructure automation, and a true DevOps culture, it makes this industry even more appealing. You'll be using the latest tech on a massive scale, proving that if you can deliver cloud and DevOps solutions there, you can do it anywhere! If you're an AWS or Azure pro that has experience in Terraform for infrastructure as code, building CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or GitHub Actions, containerising environments with Docker, and ideally deploying to EKS, then this opportunity would be suitable for you. Sounds exciting? Get in touch for more details-apply below or send me an email at or call me directly at . AI, Compilers, HPC, Low-latency systems, Python/C++, if any of those get you excited, then keep reading An exciting and unique opportunity just came on my desk, however it won't be for everyone. Let me explain It's 5 days a week in the office. Whatever role you are looking for, our team will work with you to understand your unique skills, experience, career goals and aspirations. Kick-start your job search by registering with us today. Searching for new talent? Let's go. Get in touch with us today to find out how we can help scale your team.
29/05/2026
Full time
Are you SC cleared and ready for your next big challenge? Picture this: an environment where you're actively encouraged to grow with no limits on certifications (all fully paid!), and 20% of your work time dedicated to upskilling in areas of your choice. That's the kind of career development you'll find here! You will be joining a leader in digital transformations, where you'll work closely with government and public sector organisations to modernise their environments through cloud and microservices. With the UK government pushing the envelope with a bold IT strategy centered around user-centric design, Agile development, open-source software, continuous delivery, infrastructure automation, and a true DevOps culture, it makes this industry even more appealing. You'll be using the latest tech on a massive scale, proving that if you can deliver cloud and DevOps solutions there, you can do it anywhere! If you're an AWS or Azure pro that has experience in Terraform for infrastructure as code, building CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or GitHub Actions, containerising environments with Docker, and ideally deploying to EKS, then this opportunity would be suitable for you. Sounds exciting? Get in touch for more details-apply below or send me an email at or call me directly at . AI, Compilers, HPC, Low-latency systems, Python/C++, if any of those get you excited, then keep reading An exciting and unique opportunity just came on my desk, however it won't be for everyone. Let me explain It's 5 days a week in the office. Whatever role you are looking for, our team will work with you to understand your unique skills, experience, career goals and aspirations. Kick-start your job search by registering with us today. Searching for new talent? Let's go. Get in touch with us today to find out how we can help scale your team.
We're looking for an experienced Data Engineer to take on a senior technical authority role within a high-profile programme based at MOD Corsham. This position is ideal for someone who can lead end-to-end technical integrity while ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient data solutions. The Role You'll act as the senior technical authority, accountable for the overall engineering direction and architecture across the full lifecycle. From concept through to live operations, you'll ensure alignment between systems, software, infrastructure, and integration-balancing delivery pressures with strong architectural and engineering standards. Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end technical architecture and engineering direction Ensure coherence across systems, software, infrastructure, and integration layers Provide technical leadership across the full delivery lifecycle Identify, manage, and elevate technical risks Deliver solutions that are secure, resilient, operable, and maintainable in live environments Act as the technical conscience of the programme, ensuring long-term sustainability What We're Looking For Strong experience in data engineering within complex, secure environments Proven ability to lead technical strategy and architecture Experience working across build, transition, and operational phases Active SC Clearance (essential) This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a meaningful programme with real impact, offering a competitive rate and flexible hybrid working.
28/05/2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Data Engineer to take on a senior technical authority role within a high-profile programme based at MOD Corsham. This position is ideal for someone who can lead end-to-end technical integrity while ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient data solutions. The Role You'll act as the senior technical authority, accountable for the overall engineering direction and architecture across the full lifecycle. From concept through to live operations, you'll ensure alignment between systems, software, infrastructure, and integration-balancing delivery pressures with strong architectural and engineering standards. Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end technical architecture and engineering direction Ensure coherence across systems, software, infrastructure, and integration layers Provide technical leadership across the full delivery lifecycle Identify, manage, and elevate technical risks Deliver solutions that are secure, resilient, operable, and maintainable in live environments Act as the technical conscience of the programme, ensuring long-term sustainability What We're Looking For Strong experience in data engineering within complex, secure environments Proven ability to lead technical strategy and architecture Experience working across build, transition, and operational phases Active SC Clearance (essential) This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a meaningful programme with real impact, offering a competitive rate and flexible hybrid working.
Systems Engineer/Architect - SC Cleared (Systems / Software / Infrastructure) End-to-End Technical Leadership Role Key Details Location: 2-3 days per week onsite, MOD Corsham Contract: 6 months Day Rate: £480 - £520 per day (Inside IR35) Clearance: Active SC Clearance required We are seeking a Systems Engineer/Architect to take ownership of the end-to-end technical integrity, coherence, and long-term sustainability of a major digital service or programme. This is a pivotal leadership role at the centre of complex, multi-layered delivery. You will act as the senior technical conscience of the programme - ensuring engineering decisions are robust, joined-up, and capable of standing up in live operation, not just delivery. You will balance delivery pressure with engineering quality, ensuring the solution is secure, resilient, maintainable, and fit for long-term operational use. About the Role As the Senior Technical Authority, you will define and own the technical architecture and engineering direction across systems, software, infrastructure, and integration domains. You will ensure that the end-to-end solution is designed and delivered as a coherent whole system, not a set of disconnected components optimised in isolation. Your accountability spans the full lifecycle: concept - design - build - integration - transition - live service - continuous improvement You will be accountable for ensuring the system works in reality - at scale, under load, and in operational conditions. Key Accountabilities Own and govern the overall technical architecture and engineering direction Ensure end-to-end coherence across systems, software, infrastructure, and integrations Identify, manage, and escale technical risks across the lifecycle Ensure solutions are secure, resilient, operable, and supportable in live service Act as the senior technical authority, balancing delivery demands with engineering integrity Key Responsibilities Technical Strategy & Architecture Define and maintain the technical vision and engineering strategy. Ensure all architectural decisions align with operational needs, security requirements, scalability, resilience, and long-term maintainability. Maintain strong alignment between user needs, delivery constraints, and sustainable engineering outcomes. Systems Engineering & Integration Act as the system-level integrator across all domains. Oversee dependencies and interfaces across applications, infrastructure, identity, networks, and external services. Prevent siloed decision-making that could compromise overall system performance or resilience. Engineering Assurance Across the Lifecycle Provide independent technical assurance from early design through to live operations. Ensure architectural decisions are evidence-based, proportionate to risk, and consistently applied. Collaborate closely with assurance and quality teams without duplicating their function. Supplier & Delivery Oversight Set clear technical expectations for suppliers and delivery partners. Review and assure technical designs and engineering outputs. Challenge poor engineering practice where it introduces risk, while maintaining strong, constructive working relationships. Live Service & Operability Ensure solutions are designed for real-world operation. Champion non-functional requirements including resilience, availability, security, performance, usability, and recoverability. Use live service insight to continuously improve engineering decisions. Skills & Experience Essential Senior experience across systems, software, and infrastructure engineering Proven ability to operate as a technical authority at enterprise scale Strong understanding of system-of-systems design, integration, and failure modes Deep knowledge of architectural trade-offs and risk-based decision making Experience working across multiple suppliers and delivery models Desirable Experience in large-scale, mission-critical or safety-critical environments Background in government, defence, or regulated industries Familiarity with secure-by-design and defence-in-depth principles Experience in hybrid Agile / Waterfall delivery environments
28/05/2026
Full time
Systems Engineer/Architect - SC Cleared (Systems / Software / Infrastructure) End-to-End Technical Leadership Role Key Details Location: 2-3 days per week onsite, MOD Corsham Contract: 6 months Day Rate: £480 - £520 per day (Inside IR35) Clearance: Active SC Clearance required We are seeking a Systems Engineer/Architect to take ownership of the end-to-end technical integrity, coherence, and long-term sustainability of a major digital service or programme. This is a pivotal leadership role at the centre of complex, multi-layered delivery. You will act as the senior technical conscience of the programme - ensuring engineering decisions are robust, joined-up, and capable of standing up in live operation, not just delivery. You will balance delivery pressure with engineering quality, ensuring the solution is secure, resilient, maintainable, and fit for long-term operational use. About the Role As the Senior Technical Authority, you will define and own the technical architecture and engineering direction across systems, software, infrastructure, and integration domains. You will ensure that the end-to-end solution is designed and delivered as a coherent whole system, not a set of disconnected components optimised in isolation. Your accountability spans the full lifecycle: concept - design - build - integration - transition - live service - continuous improvement You will be accountable for ensuring the system works in reality - at scale, under load, and in operational conditions. Key Accountabilities Own and govern the overall technical architecture and engineering direction Ensure end-to-end coherence across systems, software, infrastructure, and integrations Identify, manage, and escale technical risks across the lifecycle Ensure solutions are secure, resilient, operable, and supportable in live service Act as the senior technical authority, balancing delivery demands with engineering integrity Key Responsibilities Technical Strategy & Architecture Define and maintain the technical vision and engineering strategy. Ensure all architectural decisions align with operational needs, security requirements, scalability, resilience, and long-term maintainability. Maintain strong alignment between user needs, delivery constraints, and sustainable engineering outcomes. Systems Engineering & Integration Act as the system-level integrator across all domains. Oversee dependencies and interfaces across applications, infrastructure, identity, networks, and external services. Prevent siloed decision-making that could compromise overall system performance or resilience. Engineering Assurance Across the Lifecycle Provide independent technical assurance from early design through to live operations. Ensure architectural decisions are evidence-based, proportionate to risk, and consistently applied. Collaborate closely with assurance and quality teams without duplicating their function. Supplier & Delivery Oversight Set clear technical expectations for suppliers and delivery partners. Review and assure technical designs and engineering outputs. Challenge poor engineering practice where it introduces risk, while maintaining strong, constructive working relationships. Live Service & Operability Ensure solutions are designed for real-world operation. Champion non-functional requirements including resilience, availability, security, performance, usability, and recoverability. Use live service insight to continuously improve engineering decisions. Skills & Experience Essential Senior experience across systems, software, and infrastructure engineering Proven ability to operate as a technical authority at enterprise scale Strong understanding of system-of-systems design, integration, and failure modes Deep knowledge of architectural trade-offs and risk-based decision making Experience working across multiple suppliers and delivery models Desirable Experience in large-scale, mission-critical or safety-critical environments Background in government, defence, or regulated industries Familiarity with secure-by-design and defence-in-depth principles Experience in hybrid Agile / Waterfall delivery environments
CBSbutler Ltd. is seeking a Systems Engineer/Architect in Corsham to lead end-to-end technical integrity of digital services. The role requires active SC clearance and a substantial background in systems, software, and infrastructure engineering. You'll balance delivery pressures while ensuring engineering quality, making robust architectural decisions that stand up in live operations. This role is critical for overseeing integration and maintaining a cohesive, secure system. Competitive day rates between £480 - £520 per day. Contract duration is 6 months.
28/05/2026
Full time
CBSbutler Ltd. is seeking a Systems Engineer/Architect in Corsham to lead end-to-end technical integrity of digital services. The role requires active SC clearance and a substantial background in systems, software, and infrastructure engineering. You'll balance delivery pressures while ensuring engineering quality, making robust architectural decisions that stand up in live operations. This role is critical for overseeing integration and maintaining a cohesive, secure system. Competitive day rates between £480 - £520 per day. Contract duration is 6 months.
A leading technology solutions provider seeks a Chief Software Engineer and Team Leader in Milton Keynes. This hybrid role involves overseeing software engineering projects, managing technical teams, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in software engineering and leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £88k - £95k plus bonuses, perfect for strategic thinkers looking to impact the organization significantly.
28/05/2026
Full time
A leading technology solutions provider seeks a Chief Software Engineer and Team Leader in Milton Keynes. This hybrid role involves overseeing software engineering projects, managing technical teams, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in software engineering and leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £88k - £95k plus bonuses, perfect for strategic thinkers looking to impact the organization significantly.
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pd Rate : £625 per day Duration : 12 months IR35 : Inside Location : Remote - 1 day per week in Exeter The role : A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected. 12-month Contract, SC Cleared. Essential and Desirable criteria as follows : Demonstrable skills in Python software development Demonstrable skills in AWS CDK Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIs Good communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together) Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activities Desirable: Experience of source control systems such a git Experience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principles Experience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid development Experience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIB In this role you will: Develop software to meet user needs Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines Write clean, secure and well-tested code Coach and mentor more junior colleagues Operate the services you build and identify issues in production If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
28/05/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pd Rate : £625 per day Duration : 12 months IR35 : Inside Location : Remote - 1 day per week in Exeter The role : A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected. 12-month Contract, SC Cleared. Essential and Desirable criteria as follows : Demonstrable skills in Python software development Demonstrable skills in AWS CDK Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIs Good communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together) Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activities Desirable: Experience of source control systems such a git Experience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principles Experience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid development Experience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIB In this role you will: Develop software to meet user needs Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines Write clean, secure and well-tested code Coach and mentor more junior colleagues Operate the services you build and identify issues in production If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pd Rate : £625 per day Duration : 12 months IR35 : Inside Location : Remote - 1 day per week in Exeter The role : A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected. 12-month Contract, SC Cleared. Essential and Desirable criteria as follows : Demonstrable skills in Python software development Demonstrable skills in AWS CDK Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIs Good communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together) Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activities Desirable: Experience of source control systems such a git Experience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principles Experience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid development Experience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIB In this role you will: Develop software to meet user needs Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines Write clean, secure and well-tested code Coach and mentor more junior colleagues Operate the services you build and identify issues in production If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
28/05/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer- 12 Months - SC Cleared - £625pd Rate : £625 per day Duration : 12 months IR35 : Inside Location : Remote - 1 day per week in Exeter The role : A leading Government Institution is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, to work within the weather data team, ensuring APIs are robust and well architected. 12-month Contract, SC Cleared. Essential and Desirable criteria as follows : Demonstrable skills in Python software development Demonstrable skills in AWS CDK Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proven ability of designing, implementing and delivering quality and efficient software using Amazon Web Services to deliver data via APIs Good communication skills that adapt to all level of stakeholders (We're better together) Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead development activities Desirable: Experience of source control systems such a git Experience of AGILE approach to software development following GDS principles Experience of using AI / Prompt engineering to aid development Experience of scientific data formats such as NetCDF, BUFR, GRIB In this role you will: Develop software to meet user needs Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines Write clean, secure and well-tested code Coach and mentor more junior colleagues Operate the services you build and identify issues in production If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.
Senior Cloud / DevOps Architect (DV Cleared) Clearance: Active DV clearance is essential for this role Sector: Defence & Security Location: Multiple locations + hybrid About the Role Play a key role in shaping the engineering strategy across Cloud Native and application development. You'll act as both a technical expert and an inspiring leader, driving DevOps excellence while building inclusive, high-performing teams. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and operate cloud-based platforms and systems Drive best practices across DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Implement infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and business analysts Ensure systems are scalable, maintainable, and resilient Champion observability through monitoring, logging, and alerting Develop reusable frameworks and tooling for wider engineering teams Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement Essential Skills & Experience DV (Developed Vetting) clearance Strong background in software engineering or IT operations Cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP, or Oracle Cloud) Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS SAM) Strong understanding ofDevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines Containerisation Deployment automation Experience in one or more of the following: Systems Administration Full Stack Development Virtualisation / Container platforms Configuration & environment management Scripting experience (Python, Bash, or Go) Experience implementing observability (monitoring, alerting, logging) Ability to establish and promote DevOps / SRE best practices
27/05/2026
Full time
Senior Cloud / DevOps Architect (DV Cleared) Clearance: Active DV clearance is essential for this role Sector: Defence & Security Location: Multiple locations + hybrid About the Role Play a key role in shaping the engineering strategy across Cloud Native and application development. You'll act as both a technical expert and an inspiring leader, driving DevOps excellence while building inclusive, high-performing teams. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and operate cloud-based platforms and systems Drive best practices across DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Implement infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and business analysts Ensure systems are scalable, maintainable, and resilient Champion observability through monitoring, logging, and alerting Develop reusable frameworks and tooling for wider engineering teams Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement Essential Skills & Experience DV (Developed Vetting) clearance Strong background in software engineering or IT operations Cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP, or Oracle Cloud) Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS SAM) Strong understanding ofDevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines Containerisation Deployment automation Experience in one or more of the following: Systems Administration Full Stack Development Virtualisation / Container platforms Configuration & environment management Scripting experience (Python, Bash, or Go) Experience implementing observability (monitoring, alerting, logging) Ability to establish and promote DevOps / SRE best practices
Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Core Applications 3rd Line Engineer / Subject Matter Expert Location: Portsmouth Duration: Until 31/12/2026 with possible extension Rate: Up to 500 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Senior Core Applications Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting our client's secure military systems, directly contributing to this mission. What you'll be doing: Managing and resolving escalated incidents on complex, secure systems, often remotely from 2nd line teams Delivering infrastructure development, testing upgrades, patches, and deploying new software solutions Owning problems and incidents, providing dependable support and solutions Contributing to exciting project work, especially if you are a subject matter expert in key technologies Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and security What you'll bring: Proven experience with SharePoint (server management, permissions, application integration) Knowledge of VMWare Horizon View VDI and vSphere virtualization Strong scripting skills, particularly PowerShell Experience with Microsoft Server 2016/2022, Hyper-V, and Exchange 2016 Familiarity with Group Policy management and Microsoft Skype Server A broad technical skill set with the ability to adapt and specialise in areas of expertise Dependability, problem ownership, and a proactive approach to support Ideal candidates will also have: Experience working within secure, military or government environments A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills Qualifications: Relevant certifications in Microsoft, VMware, or security are advantageous A background supporting secure, mission-critical systems Join our client's team and help build a safer, more sustainable future. If you're a dedicated support professional with a broad technical background and a passion for solving complex problems, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
26/05/2026
Contractor
Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Core Applications 3rd Line Engineer / Subject Matter Expert Location: Portsmouth Duration: Until 31/12/2026 with possible extension Rate: Up to 500 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Senior Core Applications Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting our client's secure military systems, directly contributing to this mission. What you'll be doing: Managing and resolving escalated incidents on complex, secure systems, often remotely from 2nd line teams Delivering infrastructure development, testing upgrades, patches, and deploying new software solutions Owning problems and incidents, providing dependable support and solutions Contributing to exciting project work, especially if you are a subject matter expert in key technologies Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and security What you'll bring: Proven experience with SharePoint (server management, permissions, application integration) Knowledge of VMWare Horizon View VDI and vSphere virtualization Strong scripting skills, particularly PowerShell Experience with Microsoft Server 2016/2022, Hyper-V, and Exchange 2016 Familiarity with Group Policy management and Microsoft Skype Server A broad technical skill set with the ability to adapt and specialise in areas of expertise Dependability, problem ownership, and a proactive approach to support Ideal candidates will also have: Experience working within secure, military or government environments A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills Qualifications: Relevant certifications in Microsoft, VMware, or security are advantageous A background supporting secure, mission-critical systems Join our client's team and help build a safer, more sustainable future. If you're a dedicated support professional with a broad technical background and a passion for solving complex problems, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. Job Description We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer with experience working with mechanical, electrical, and process systems in a highly regulated industry such as Nuclear, Aerospace, or Defence. The role focuses on Defence & Decommissioning projects within our Strategic Business Unit. System functional and interface modelling Working with mechanical, electrical and process systems Operating requirements management database software (DOORS preferred) Operating Model Based Systems Engineering software (Capella preferred) Qualifications Experience in the Nuclear industry is desirable. Foundation background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is acceptable. Degree in engineering or STEM subject is mandatory or equivalent experience must be demonstrated. Systems thinking and understanding of systems engineering processes is mandatory. Willingness to accept a candidate with Systems Engineering experience who can demonstrate competence. Experience operating Rationale DOORS software is desirable. Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering is desirable. Awareness of relevant BS or INCOSE standards is desirable. Additional Information Why Join the Switchers Community? A dynamic career management policy to enable employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions. Opportunities to work on exciting, global projects. Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health and wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text. Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs. Enhanced sick pay. Security - The incumbent of this role must be a minimum of SC cleared and a sole UK national. Working arrangements - The incumbent of this role must be able to do hybrid working with the ability to attend the site 3 days per week. We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
26/05/2026
Full time
Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. Job Description We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer with experience working with mechanical, electrical, and process systems in a highly regulated industry such as Nuclear, Aerospace, or Defence. The role focuses on Defence & Decommissioning projects within our Strategic Business Unit. System functional and interface modelling Working with mechanical, electrical and process systems Operating requirements management database software (DOORS preferred) Operating Model Based Systems Engineering software (Capella preferred) Qualifications Experience in the Nuclear industry is desirable. Foundation background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is acceptable. Degree in engineering or STEM subject is mandatory or equivalent experience must be demonstrated. Systems thinking and understanding of systems engineering processes is mandatory. Willingness to accept a candidate with Systems Engineering experience who can demonstrate competence. Experience operating Rationale DOORS software is desirable. Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering is desirable. Awareness of relevant BS or INCOSE standards is desirable. Additional Information Why Join the Switchers Community? A dynamic career management policy to enable employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions. Opportunities to work on exciting, global projects. Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health and wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text. Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs. Enhanced sick pay. Security - The incumbent of this role must be a minimum of SC cleared and a sole UK national. Working arrangements - The incumbent of this role must be able to do hybrid working with the ability to attend the site 3 days per week. We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
Senior Cloud / DevOps Architect (DV Cleared) Clearance: Active DV clearance is essential for this role Sector: Defence & Security Location: Multiple locations + hybrid About the Role Play a key role in shaping the engineering strategy across Cloud Native and application development. You'll act as both a technical expert and an inspiring leader, driving DevOps excellence while building inclusive, high-performing teams. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and operate cloud-based platforms and systems Drive best practices across DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Implement infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and business analysts Ensure systems are scalable, maintainable, and resilient Champion observability through monitoring, logging, and alerting Develop reusable frameworks and tooling for wider engineering teams Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement Essential Skills & Experience DV (Developed Vetting) clearance Strong background in software engineering or IT operations Cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP, or Oracle Cloud) Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS SAM) Strong understanding ofDevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines Containerisation Deployment automation Experience in one or more of the following: Systems Administration Full Stack Development Virtualisation / Container platforms Configuration & environment management Scripting experience (Python, Bash, or Go) Experience implementing observability (monitoring, alerting, logging) Ability to establish and promote DevOps / SRE best practices
26/05/2026
Full time
Senior Cloud / DevOps Architect (DV Cleared) Clearance: Active DV clearance is essential for this role Sector: Defence & Security Location: Multiple locations + hybrid About the Role Play a key role in shaping the engineering strategy across Cloud Native and application development. You'll act as both a technical expert and an inspiring leader, driving DevOps excellence while building inclusive, high-performing teams. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and operate cloud-based platforms and systems Drive best practices across DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Implement infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and business analysts Ensure systems are scalable, maintainable, and resilient Champion observability through monitoring, logging, and alerting Develop reusable frameworks and tooling for wider engineering teams Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement Essential Skills & Experience DV (Developed Vetting) clearance Strong background in software engineering or IT operations Cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP, or Oracle Cloud) Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS SAM) Strong understanding ofDevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines Containerisation Deployment automation Experience in one or more of the following: Systems Administration Full Stack Development Virtualisation / Container platforms Configuration & environment management Scripting experience (Python, Bash, or Go) Experience implementing observability (monitoring, alerting, logging) Ability to establish and promote DevOps / SRE best practices
Role Overview As a Software Defined Network Engineer at CGI Space, Defence and Intelligence, you will design, deliver, and maintain next generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high performing hybrid environments. You will apply software defined networking technologies to drive innovation and collaborate with cross functional teams to support complex projects. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you must hold a UK Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain clearance. This position is based on site near Gloucester and requires on site presence five days a week. Benefits Competitive salary Excellent pension Private healthcare Share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching)
26/05/2026
Full time
Role Overview As a Software Defined Network Engineer at CGI Space, Defence and Intelligence, you will design, deliver, and maintain next generation network solutions that enable secure, scalable, and high performing hybrid environments. You will apply software defined networking technologies to drive innovation and collaborate with cross functional teams to support complex projects. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you must hold a UK Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain clearance. This position is based on site near Gloucester and requires on site presence five days a week. Benefits Competitive salary Excellent pension Private healthcare Share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching)
Senior QA Automation / SDET Engineer (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham 6 Month Contract £400-£450/day (Outside IR35) Hands on Senior QA Automation Engineer / SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) engineer needed with both SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance , plus strong hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver . 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Birmingham . Start ASAP in May/June 2026. Hybrid Working 3 days/week remote (WFH) + 2 days/week working from the office in Birmingham with occasional travel to Croydon . A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: Key skills, experience + duties to include: Extensive hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver within complex enterprise environments. Strong understanding of Spring applications , microservices, and distributed architectures. Good understanding in PostgreSQL , including query optimisation, performance tuning, and data validation. Experience using WireMock for service virtualisation and integration isolation. Strong expertise in Performance, Load , and Stress testing using JMeter . Proven experience leading testing activities within Agile delivery teams. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tooling such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI. Ability to analyse complex systems, identify risks, and design effective test strategies. Experience with Git , Jira, Confluence , and related engineering tools. Desirable Skills: Testing microservices at scale, including contract testing approaches. containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Understanding of BDD/TDD practices and quality driven engineering.Monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
25/05/2026
Contractor
Senior QA Automation / SDET Engineer (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham 6 Month Contract £400-£450/day (Outside IR35) Hands on Senior QA Automation Engineer / SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) engineer needed with both SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance , plus strong hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver . 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Birmingham . Start ASAP in May/June 2026. Hybrid Working 3 days/week remote (WFH) + 2 days/week working from the office in Birmingham with occasional travel to Croydon . A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: Key skills, experience + duties to include: Extensive hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver within complex enterprise environments. Strong understanding of Spring applications , microservices, and distributed architectures. Good understanding in PostgreSQL , including query optimisation, performance tuning, and data validation. Experience using WireMock for service virtualisation and integration isolation. Strong expertise in Performance, Load , and Stress testing using JMeter . Proven experience leading testing activities within Agile delivery teams. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tooling such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI. Ability to analyse complex systems, identify risks, and design effective test strategies. Experience with Git , Jira, Confluence , and related engineering tools. Desirable Skills: Testing microservices at scale, including contract testing approaches. containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Understanding of BDD/TDD practices and quality driven engineering.Monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Forward Deployed Engineer - SC Cleared - £150,000 - £160,000 base + Bonus, AI Consultancy Role: Forward Deployed Engineer - SC Cleared Package: £150,000 - £160,000 base + bonus + options Industry background: Customer Facing/Consultancy/AI/Data/SC Cleared We are exclusively partnered with a US scale up looking for an experienced Forward Deployed Engineer to join them as they look to build their UK presence. They work within 3 vertical markets within the AI Sector and given the nature of the work, we can't disclose the company until we're on a phone call. You will be the first Forward Deployed Engineer joining their ranks in the UK and as such, could result in promotions, progression and autonomy. This position is London based but primarily remote, with weekly client meetings. You will act as the conduit between the core engineering teams and their customer. The Role will be to design, implement and deploy AI-Powered solutions within complex, real-world environments, working directly with customers to tailor the technology to meet their needs and their most immediate challenges. Naturally with this in mind for this Forward Deployed position, we are looking for strong engineering skills to match, a self-starter Forward Deployed Engineer as well as brilliant communication. An experienced individual ideally coming from a customer-facing or consulting background. Someone from a software engineering, data engineering or applied ML background. Curious and a strong problem solver who is comfortable within a fast-moving environment. An individual who works well with enterprise customers and senior stakeholders. Technical Requirements: Python / Typescript or similar engineering languages is a must Experience working with APIs, cloud infrastructure and data processing. Previous experience within AI tech such as LLMs, RAG, embedding, vector databases is a big plus as is any previous experience within an AI, Data or B2B SaaS company. This is a great time to be joining this company as they continue to grow across all customer verticals.
24/05/2026
Full time
Forward Deployed Engineer - SC Cleared - £150,000 - £160,000 base + Bonus, AI Consultancy Role: Forward Deployed Engineer - SC Cleared Package: £150,000 - £160,000 base + bonus + options Industry background: Customer Facing/Consultancy/AI/Data/SC Cleared We are exclusively partnered with a US scale up looking for an experienced Forward Deployed Engineer to join them as they look to build their UK presence. They work within 3 vertical markets within the AI Sector and given the nature of the work, we can't disclose the company until we're on a phone call. You will be the first Forward Deployed Engineer joining their ranks in the UK and as such, could result in promotions, progression and autonomy. This position is London based but primarily remote, with weekly client meetings. You will act as the conduit between the core engineering teams and their customer. The Role will be to design, implement and deploy AI-Powered solutions within complex, real-world environments, working directly with customers to tailor the technology to meet their needs and their most immediate challenges. Naturally with this in mind for this Forward Deployed position, we are looking for strong engineering skills to match, a self-starter Forward Deployed Engineer as well as brilliant communication. An experienced individual ideally coming from a customer-facing or consulting background. Someone from a software engineering, data engineering or applied ML background. Curious and a strong problem solver who is comfortable within a fast-moving environment. An individual who works well with enterprise customers and senior stakeholders. Technical Requirements: Python / Typescript or similar engineering languages is a must Experience working with APIs, cloud infrastructure and data processing. Previous experience within AI tech such as LLMs, RAG, embedding, vector databases is a big plus as is any previous experience within an AI, Data or B2B SaaS company. This is a great time to be joining this company as they continue to grow across all customer verticals.
Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, distributed systems). Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modeling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. Hands on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modeling, performance considerations, and observability. Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerization. Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong understanding of data modeling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. Ability to work across the full delivery lifecycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience with enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite). Knowledge of UK government digital service standards, architecture frameworks, and assurance processes. Understanding of Domain-Driven Design or event driven architectural approaches. Exposure to SRE, platform engineering, or infrastructure architecture disciplines. Experience contributing to architectural communities of practice or governance forums. Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments. Personal Attributes Strong systems thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to understand complex environments quickly. Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast changing environments while maintaining architectural clarity. Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to building trust with stakeholders at all levels. Dedicated to continuous learning, technical curiosity, and staying current with emerging technologies. Pragmatic and outcome focused, balancing long term architectural quality with short term delivery constraints. Technical Environment Modern languages and frameworks including Ruby, Java, and Python. AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, platform as a service tooling. Engineering practices such as DDD, TDD, CI/CD, automated testing and Git workflows. Multi tier platform strategies including centralized data and business logic layers. Enterprise Oracle software including ERP components. Mac based development environments and public GitHub repositories. Our Values We are committed to a culture built on purpose, transparency, collaboration, and respect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support an inclusive environment where people can thrive. Active SC Clearance Required Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment, which can take a minimum of ten weeks. LA International is an award winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance, and assurance. An award winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please note: if a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
24/05/2026
Full time
Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, distributed systems). Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modeling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. Hands on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modeling, performance considerations, and observability. Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerization. Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong understanding of data modeling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. Ability to work across the full delivery lifecycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience with enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite). Knowledge of UK government digital service standards, architecture frameworks, and assurance processes. Understanding of Domain-Driven Design or event driven architectural approaches. Exposure to SRE, platform engineering, or infrastructure architecture disciplines. Experience contributing to architectural communities of practice or governance forums. Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments. Personal Attributes Strong systems thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to understand complex environments quickly. Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast changing environments while maintaining architectural clarity. Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to building trust with stakeholders at all levels. Dedicated to continuous learning, technical curiosity, and staying current with emerging technologies. Pragmatic and outcome focused, balancing long term architectural quality with short term delivery constraints. Technical Environment Modern languages and frameworks including Ruby, Java, and Python. AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, platform as a service tooling. Engineering practices such as DDD, TDD, CI/CD, automated testing and Git workflows. Multi tier platform strategies including centralized data and business logic layers. Enterprise Oracle software including ERP components. Mac based development environments and public GitHub repositories. Our Values We are committed to a culture built on purpose, transparency, collaboration, and respect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support an inclusive environment where people can thrive. Active SC Clearance Required Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment, which can take a minimum of ten weeks. LA International is an award winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance, and assurance. An award winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please note: if a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
Role: Lead performance tester Type: Long-term contract Location: UK remote, with occasional client visits as required, travel covered Clearance required: Active SC, or SC + NPPV3 Summary We're building a network of experienced Lead Performance Testers across the UK for upcoming opportunities during the year. This is not an immediate live vacancy, but a proactive market mapping exercise to identify cleared professionals for future client demand. Roles could become active imminently or within 3 months. We are interested in speaking with senior performance testing specialists who can lead performance assurance activities, design effective test strategies, and help clients understand how systems behave under load across complex delivery environments. Candidates must already hold active SC clearance or SC clearance plus NPPV3. Clearance must be current, or within 3 months of expiry. Key responsibilities Lead planning, design, & execution of performance testing activities across complex apps & platforms. Develop performance test strategies covering load, stress, endurance, scalability, and volume testing. Build and maintain reusable performance test scripts, frameworks, and supporting test assets. Work closely with developers, architects, analysts, and infrastructure teams to define performance requirements and acceptance criteria. Analyse system behaviour under load, identify bottlenecks, provide clear recommendations for improvement. Support investigation across application, database, API, and infrastructure layers to understand performance issues and constraints. Produce clear performance test reports, including results analysis, observations, risks, recommendations. Contribute to release readiness decisions by assessing whether solutions meet expected performance and stability thresholds. Support continuous improvement in performance engineering practices, including earlier engagement across the delivery lifecycle. Provide estimates for performance testing effort/help shape realistic test plans and delivery timelines. Essential skills and experience Strong experience in performance testing within enterprise, regulated, or large scale delivery environments. Experience planning and executing different types of performance testing, including load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing. Hands on experience with at least one recognised performance testing tool such as JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling, k6, or equivalent. Experience designing performance test scenarios for web applications, APIs, and service based architectures. Strong ability to analyse performance results, identify root causes, and explain findings clearly to technical and non technical stakeholders. Good understanding of system architecture, application flows, databases, and integration points from a performance perspective. Experience producing clear documentation, including test plans, scripts, execution reports, and improvement recommendations. Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within cross functional technical teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders across delivery, engineering, and operations. Desirable skills and experience Experience with Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or similar delivery and reporting tools. Experience integrating performance testing into CI/CD pipelines. Understanding of cloud based environments and performance considerations across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Experience monitoring and analysing system behaviour using tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, New Relic, Grafana, Prometheus, or equivalent. Knowledge of SQL and database performance analysis. Experience working across distributed systems, microservices, and API heavy environments. Understanding of non functional requirements and service level expectations within secure or business critical systems. Experience mentoring other testers or providing leadership within performance assurance activities. Security clearance requirement Active SC clearance, or Active SC clearance plus NPPV3 Clearance must be live, or due to expire within the next 3 months. This opportunity pipeline is not suitable for candidates who would need to obtain clearance from scratch. InspiredXpert is a specialist IT Talent Solutions company providing high quality contract or perm talent across software development, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and data driven roles. We connect skilled professionals with innovative companies, offering exciting opportunities to work on impactful projects across the globe.
23/05/2026
Full time
Role: Lead performance tester Type: Long-term contract Location: UK remote, with occasional client visits as required, travel covered Clearance required: Active SC, or SC + NPPV3 Summary We're building a network of experienced Lead Performance Testers across the UK for upcoming opportunities during the year. This is not an immediate live vacancy, but a proactive market mapping exercise to identify cleared professionals for future client demand. Roles could become active imminently or within 3 months. We are interested in speaking with senior performance testing specialists who can lead performance assurance activities, design effective test strategies, and help clients understand how systems behave under load across complex delivery environments. Candidates must already hold active SC clearance or SC clearance plus NPPV3. Clearance must be current, or within 3 months of expiry. Key responsibilities Lead planning, design, & execution of performance testing activities across complex apps & platforms. Develop performance test strategies covering load, stress, endurance, scalability, and volume testing. Build and maintain reusable performance test scripts, frameworks, and supporting test assets. Work closely with developers, architects, analysts, and infrastructure teams to define performance requirements and acceptance criteria. Analyse system behaviour under load, identify bottlenecks, provide clear recommendations for improvement. Support investigation across application, database, API, and infrastructure layers to understand performance issues and constraints. Produce clear performance test reports, including results analysis, observations, risks, recommendations. Contribute to release readiness decisions by assessing whether solutions meet expected performance and stability thresholds. Support continuous improvement in performance engineering practices, including earlier engagement across the delivery lifecycle. Provide estimates for performance testing effort/help shape realistic test plans and delivery timelines. Essential skills and experience Strong experience in performance testing within enterprise, regulated, or large scale delivery environments. Experience planning and executing different types of performance testing, including load, stress, endurance, and scalability testing. Hands on experience with at least one recognised performance testing tool such as JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling, k6, or equivalent. Experience designing performance test scenarios for web applications, APIs, and service based architectures. Strong ability to analyse performance results, identify root causes, and explain findings clearly to technical and non technical stakeholders. Good understanding of system architecture, application flows, databases, and integration points from a performance perspective. Experience producing clear documentation, including test plans, scripts, execution reports, and improvement recommendations. Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within cross functional technical teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders across delivery, engineering, and operations. Desirable skills and experience Experience with Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or similar delivery and reporting tools. Experience integrating performance testing into CI/CD pipelines. Understanding of cloud based environments and performance considerations across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Experience monitoring and analysing system behaviour using tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, New Relic, Grafana, Prometheus, or equivalent. Knowledge of SQL and database performance analysis. Experience working across distributed systems, microservices, and API heavy environments. Understanding of non functional requirements and service level expectations within secure or business critical systems. Experience mentoring other testers or providing leadership within performance assurance activities. Security clearance requirement Active SC clearance, or Active SC clearance plus NPPV3 Clearance must be live, or due to expire within the next 3 months. This opportunity pipeline is not suitable for candidates who would need to obtain clearance from scratch. InspiredXpert is a specialist IT Talent Solutions company providing high quality contract or perm talent across software development, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and data driven roles. We connect skilled professionals with innovative companies, offering exciting opportunities to work on impactful projects across the globe.
