Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Shaftesbury Road, Cambridge, UK
Job Title: Lead Software Architect
Salary: £68,600 to £91,700
Location: Cambridge, UK – Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 35 Hours Per Week
Are you enthusiastic about shaping technology that delivers impact at scale?
As we continue to evolve our digital platforms to support learners, lecturers and researchers around the world, we are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Lead Software Architect to join our Academic Technology group here at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the technical foundations of globally used digital products, ensuring they remain scalable, secure and fit for the future.
About the role
As Lead Software Architect, you will be accountable for owning the software architecture and engineering delivery across a product or platform vertical within our Academic Technology group.
Working at the intersection of solution architecture, product and engineering, you will translate solution designs and product priorities into well‑architected, shippable software, ensuring that technical direction is sound and delivery is sustained from planning through to production and live operation.
You will provide technical leadership across the full engineering lifecycle, including backend and frontend architecture, infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines and operational readiness. While this is not primarily a hands‑on coding role, it requires a strong engineering background and the ability to review code, challenge design decisions, unblock engineers and engage directly where it adds value.
A core aspect of the role is leading the adoption of AI‑enhanced engineering practices. You will shape how teams use AI‑assisted tooling across planning, development and quality assurance, focusing on responsible, practical use that measurably improves delivery quality, throughput and maintainability.
You will work closely with Solution Architects, Product Owners and UX colleagues to ensure requirements are technically feasible, well specified and correctly decomposed, acting as the key technical bridge between solution intent and engineering execution.
Additional responsibilities and accountabilities:
Owning the software architecture for an assigned product or platform area, ensuring solutions support both current delivery and future scalability.
Driving engineering delivery from planning through to production, translating solution designs into implementable engineering plans with clear scope, dependencies and sequencing.
Providing technical leadership and direction to distributed engineering teams, including Far shore, near shore and contract resources.
Removing technical blockers, making pragmatic trade‑off decisions and keeping delivery on track.
Defining and upholding technical standards, patterns and engineering conventions.
Leading the adoption of AI‑assisted software development practices and tooling across engineering teams.
Owning operational readiness, including infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring and developer experience.
Evaluating technology and tooling choices, including build‑vs‑buy decisions, with clear and defensible rationale.
This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.
About You
As a senior software architecture or engineering leader, you will have a proven record of owning complex platforms or digital products end‑to‑end. You will be confident operating across technical and non‑technical audiences, bringing sound judgement, strong communication skills and a pragmatic approach to decision‑making.
You will have experience translating product and solution designs into engineering delivery, leading distributed teams, and balancing technical quality with delivery pace in complex environments.
If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate experience in content platforms, education technology, modern web technology stacks, or introducing new engineering tools and practices.
For a detailed job description, refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site.
We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.
Rewards and benefits
We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical, Dental and Permanent Health Insurance
Discretionary annual bonus
Group personal pension scheme
Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
Green travel schemes
Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.
We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 8th May. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place shortly after it closes.
We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:
2 questions to answer at the application stage with a CV.
A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager.
First stage interview, in person (if possible) with senior engineering and product colleagues.
Final stage interview: with Hiring Manager and Group Director, in-person at our offices in Cambridge.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.
Why join us
Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers, and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society, and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.
We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
27/04/2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Software Architect
Salary: £68,600 to £91,700
Location: Cambridge, UK – Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 35 Hours Per Week
Are you enthusiastic about shaping technology that delivers impact at scale?
As we continue to evolve our digital platforms to support learners, lecturers and researchers around the world, we are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Lead Software Architect to join our Academic Technology group here at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the technical foundations of globally used digital products, ensuring they remain scalable, secure and fit for the future.
About the role
As Lead Software Architect, you will be accountable for owning the software architecture and engineering delivery across a product or platform vertical within our Academic Technology group.
Working at the intersection of solution architecture, product and engineering, you will translate solution designs and product priorities into well‑architected, shippable software, ensuring that technical direction is sound and delivery is sustained from planning through to production and live operation.
You will provide technical leadership across the full engineering lifecycle, including backend and frontend architecture, infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines and operational readiness. While this is not primarily a hands‑on coding role, it requires a strong engineering background and the ability to review code, challenge design decisions, unblock engineers and engage directly where it adds value.
A core aspect of the role is leading the adoption of AI‑enhanced engineering practices. You will shape how teams use AI‑assisted tooling across planning, development and quality assurance, focusing on responsible, practical use that measurably improves delivery quality, throughput and maintainability.
You will work closely with Solution Architects, Product Owners and UX colleagues to ensure requirements are technically feasible, well specified and correctly decomposed, acting as the key technical bridge between solution intent and engineering execution.
Additional responsibilities and accountabilities:
Owning the software architecture for an assigned product or platform area, ensuring solutions support both current delivery and future scalability.
Driving engineering delivery from planning through to production, translating solution designs into implementable engineering plans with clear scope, dependencies and sequencing.
Providing technical leadership and direction to distributed engineering teams, including Far shore, near shore and contract resources.
Removing technical blockers, making pragmatic trade‑off decisions and keeping delivery on track.
Defining and upholding technical standards, patterns and engineering conventions.
Leading the adoption of AI‑assisted software development practices and tooling across engineering teams.
Owning operational readiness, including infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring and developer experience.
Evaluating technology and tooling choices, including build‑vs‑buy decisions, with clear and defensible rationale.
This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.
About You
As a senior software architecture or engineering leader, you will have a proven record of owning complex platforms or digital products end‑to‑end. You will be confident operating across technical and non‑technical audiences, bringing sound judgement, strong communication skills and a pragmatic approach to decision‑making.
You will have experience translating product and solution designs into engineering delivery, leading distributed teams, and balancing technical quality with delivery pace in complex environments.
If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate experience in content platforms, education technology, modern web technology stacks, or introducing new engineering tools and practices.
For a detailed job description, refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site.
We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.
Rewards and benefits
We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical, Dental and Permanent Health Insurance
Discretionary annual bonus
Group personal pension scheme
Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
Green travel schemes
Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.
We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 8th May. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place shortly after it closes.
We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:
2 questions to answer at the application stage with a CV.
A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager.
First stage interview, in person (if possible) with senior engineering and product colleagues.
Final stage interview: with Hiring Manager and Group Director, in-person at our offices in Cambridge.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.
Why join us
Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers, and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society, and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.
We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
We are looking for a proactive and values driven IT Systems Engineer to design, secure, and maintain business-critical systems. To work closely with QACE and QAC to support the following environments;
1. QAC – Enterprises – All Formats, which is a transcription service with a separate IT infrastructure to maintain industry standards (e.g. PCI DSS, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials).
2. Queen Alexandra Charity– the wider organisation, which includes QAC College (education environment).
While the primary focus is expected to be on QACE, there may be periods where the emphasis shifts toward QAC, working with the QAC IT team to provide technical expertise, guidance and support depending on business needs.
Salary £41885.48 - £51,717.12 p.a* (PP22 – M9) *Dependant on qualifications, knowledge & experience.
Hours 37 hours per week/52 weeks per year These hours would be actioned any time between 7.00am to 19.00pm Participation in out of hours emergency work to support critical systems (out of hours work may include, evenings and/or weekends).
Interview Date - Monday 11th May 2026
Essential Criteria
Relevant industry qualifications (e.g., MSP, Security+, CCNA, Palo Alto)
5+ years' experience building, administrating, hardening, upgrades, troubleshooting; o Backup infrastructure o Network Infrastructure (inc network segmentation) o Servers (Hyper v, Windows, Linux) o Cloud Services (e.g. Entra, MS365) o On prem Services (Active Directory, SIEM, Print, Access Control, CCTV) o Perform hardware lifecycle tasks, including OS installation and upgrades, patch management, development, security hardening and testing compatibility (Windows 11, Windows server, NAS, Network Infrastructure) o Manage software licenses
Practical experience of: o Cyber Security best practices § SIEM, Identify Access Management, TLS, certificates, HSM/key management basics, and secure cipher suites, Endpoint Protection, vulnerability assessment and Patch Management.
Demonstrable knowledge of PCI DSS and ISO 27001 concepts
Security-first mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to interpret standards and translate them into practical, automated controls
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to produce high quality, clear documentation and guidance
Ability to manage key stakeholder relationships across a range of functions (Operations, Security, Audit)
Action-orientated, with the ability to take ownership. Comfortable operating in high-availability environments
Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Identifies with and demonstrates QAC Vision and Values and FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement)
Ability to work flexibly, including as part of out of hours cover
Car driver, clean current driving licence and access to own vehicle
For a full account please refer to the job description found on the QAC Website
22/04/2026
Full time
We are looking for a proactive and values driven IT Systems Engineer to design, secure, and maintain business-critical systems. To work closely with QACE and QAC to support the following environments;
1. QAC – Enterprises – All Formats, which is a transcription service with a separate IT infrastructure to maintain industry standards (e.g. PCI DSS, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials).
2. Queen Alexandra Charity– the wider organisation, which includes QAC College (education environment).
While the primary focus is expected to be on QACE, there may be periods where the emphasis shifts toward QAC, working with the QAC IT team to provide technical expertise, guidance and support depending on business needs.
Salary £41885.48 - £51,717.12 p.a* (PP22 – M9) *Dependant on qualifications, knowledge & experience.
Hours 37 hours per week/52 weeks per year These hours would be actioned any time between 7.00am to 19.00pm Participation in out of hours emergency work to support critical systems (out of hours work may include, evenings and/or weekends).
Interview Date - Monday 11th May 2026
Essential Criteria
Relevant industry qualifications (e.g., MSP, Security+, CCNA, Palo Alto)
5+ years' experience building, administrating, hardening, upgrades, troubleshooting; o Backup infrastructure o Network Infrastructure (inc network segmentation) o Servers (Hyper v, Windows, Linux) o Cloud Services (e.g. Entra, MS365) o On prem Services (Active Directory, SIEM, Print, Access Control, CCTV) o Perform hardware lifecycle tasks, including OS installation and upgrades, patch management, development, security hardening and testing compatibility (Windows 11, Windows server, NAS, Network Infrastructure) o Manage software licenses
Practical experience of: o Cyber Security best practices § SIEM, Identify Access Management, TLS, certificates, HSM/key management basics, and secure cipher suites, Endpoint Protection, vulnerability assessment and Patch Management.
Demonstrable knowledge of PCI DSS and ISO 27001 concepts
Security-first mindset, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to interpret standards and translate them into practical, automated controls
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to produce high quality, clear documentation and guidance
Ability to manage key stakeholder relationships across a range of functions (Operations, Security, Audit)
Action-orientated, with the ability to take ownership. Comfortable operating in high-availability environments
Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Identifies with and demonstrates QAC Vision and Values and FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement)
Ability to work flexibly, including as part of out of hours cover
Car driver, clean current driving licence and access to own vehicle
For a full account please refer to the job description found on the QAC Website
The Infrastructure team resides within the innovative and progressive Digital and Technology Directorate and is embedded in a major and exciting three year legacy displacement programme. The directorate is a welcoming group of over 100 multidisciplinary professionals, all focused on building, delivering and supporting secure, modern and efficient digital and technology services. This role leads the infrastructure team with responsibility for the design, implementation, administration and support of infrastructure and digital solutions and services and the effective deployment of resources. About the Role We are looking for an accomplished Digital and Technology Infrastructure Services Manager to join us and lead a team of engineers and their workload. You'll mentor, coach and help develop the team as well as work-load manage business as usual with projects. This is a great opportunity for you to apply your broad skills across a range of systems and services and to provide technical leadership, working collaboratively with key stakeholders and external parties in supporting and working closely with Digital and Technology teams, security advisors and senior management to provide solutions design, expertise and assurance to projects and programmes. You will help develop and maintain Digital and Technology infrastructure and platform policies and procedures, and work with senior management to develop the cyber security strategy. SC-level Security Clearance or willingness to obtain SC clearance is mandatory for this role and requires that you have lived in the UK for the last 3 years. The length of required residency may depend on individual circumstances. About You We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic senior manager who will play a major role in the delivery of Digital and Technology services, from legacy system improvements / replacements through to digital and IT transformation. You will work closely with the various Digital teams and the Cyber Security team to design, create and improve new and existing products and services and you will work with business users, delivery teams and suppliers to identify and resolve issues and user needs. You must have very good, broad experience and knowledge of working in a Digital and Technology support environment using a variety of tools to support the management and delivery of production services. You should have experience across all IT service delivery activities including service management, incident management, change management, release management, configuration management, continual service improvement and customer satisfaction as well as playing a role in ensuring the highest levels of operational service delivery. A key part of this role is core infrastructure lifecycle management, ensuring clear and effective roadmaps and taking responsibility for their upgrades or replacements as required. Aligned with this is working with partners to help deliver the service and contract management of these third parties, including support and maintenance contract renewals. The role incorporates budget responsibility for the infrastructure and associated services, working alongside Finance and Procurement colleagues on renewals and supplier performance management. In addition to the activities outlined above, you must have people management experience to lead a team of infrastructure engineers, delivering a range of IT services. Benefits • You will be based in a beautiful setting by the River Thames in Kew with staff parking and good transport links. • An opportunity to work a hybrid working pattern • A comprehensive benefits scheme including a generous Civil Service pension, a subsidised on-site coffee shop and restaurant, season ticket loans, on-site gym and clubs. • 25 days leave rising incrementally to 30 days after six years (plus 10.5 days public and privilege holidays each year) • Excellent training and development opportunities tailored to your role and an agreed development plan. • Influencing the strategic objectives and the opportunity to define, design and implement improvements. • An opportunity to use or learn a wide range of skills. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. Application Process: Interviews: Interviews will be held onsite, no earlier than week commencing 4th May Applications: You will be asked to provide answers to 5 questions relating to the key requirements for the role, and to provide your work history. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please visit the Civil Service Careers website where you can find further information on the use of AI in the application guidance section. Sponsorship: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
02/04/2026
Full time
The Infrastructure team resides within the innovative and progressive Digital and Technology Directorate and is embedded in a major and exciting three year legacy displacement programme. The directorate is a welcoming group of over 100 multidisciplinary professionals, all focused on building, delivering and supporting secure, modern and efficient digital and technology services. This role leads the infrastructure team with responsibility for the design, implementation, administration and support of infrastructure and digital solutions and services and the effective deployment of resources. About the Role We are looking for an accomplished Digital and Technology Infrastructure Services Manager to join us and lead a team of engineers and their workload. You'll mentor, coach and help develop the team as well as work-load manage business as usual with projects. This is a great opportunity for you to apply your broad skills across a range of systems and services and to provide technical leadership, working collaboratively with key stakeholders and external parties in supporting and working closely with Digital and Technology teams, security advisors and senior management to provide solutions design, expertise and assurance to projects and programmes. You will help develop and maintain Digital and Technology infrastructure and platform policies and procedures, and work with senior management to develop the cyber security strategy. SC-level Security Clearance or willingness to obtain SC clearance is mandatory for this role and requires that you have lived in the UK for the last 3 years. The length of required residency may depend on individual circumstances. About You We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic senior manager who will play a major role in the delivery of Digital and Technology services, from legacy system improvements / replacements through to digital and IT transformation. You will work closely with the various Digital teams and the Cyber Security team to design, create and improve new and existing products and services and you will work with business users, delivery teams and suppliers to identify and resolve issues and user needs. You must have very good, broad experience and knowledge of working in a Digital and Technology support environment using a variety of tools to support the management and delivery of production services. You should have experience across all IT service delivery activities including service management, incident management, change management, release management, configuration management, continual service improvement and customer satisfaction as well as playing a role in ensuring the highest levels of operational service delivery. A key part of this role is core infrastructure lifecycle management, ensuring clear and effective roadmaps and taking responsibility for their upgrades or replacements as required. Aligned with this is working with partners to help deliver the service and contract management of these third parties, including support and maintenance contract renewals. The role incorporates budget responsibility for the infrastructure and associated services, working alongside Finance and Procurement colleagues on renewals and supplier performance management. In addition to the activities outlined above, you must have people management experience to lead a team of infrastructure engineers, delivering a range of IT services. Benefits • You will be based in a beautiful setting by the River Thames in Kew with staff parking and good transport links. • An opportunity to work a hybrid working pattern • A comprehensive benefits scheme including a generous Civil Service pension, a subsidised on-site coffee shop and restaurant, season ticket loans, on-site gym and clubs. • 25 days leave rising incrementally to 30 days after six years (plus 10.5 days public and privilege holidays each year) • Excellent training and development opportunities tailored to your role and an agreed development plan. • Influencing the strategic objectives and the opportunity to define, design and implement improvements. • An opportunity to use or learn a wide range of skills. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. Application Process: Interviews: Interviews will be held onsite, no earlier than week commencing 4th May Applications: You will be asked to provide answers to 5 questions relating to the key requirements for the role, and to provide your work history. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please visit the Civil Service Careers website where you can find further information on the use of AI in the application guidance section. Sponsorship: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
LocationLondon, United Kingdom# Mainframe CICS Specialist at N Consulting LtdLocationLondon, United KingdomSalary£300 - £350 /dayJob TypeContractDate PostedMarch 2nd, 2026Apply Nowob Title: Mainframe CICS Resource Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Work Mode : Hybrid (3 Days from Office) Contract Role: 6 months Industry: Banking / Financial ServicesRole Overview We are seeking an experienced Mainframe CICS Specialist to support critical test environments that enable the delivery of mobile and online banking features to customers. This role sits at the intersection of traditional mainframe systems and modern cloud/API platforms, ensuring seamless integration, stability, and performance across environments.Key Responsibilities Mainframe Environment Support Provide expert support for mainframe-based test environments. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to IBM CICS, batch jobs, and system interfaces. Ensure high availability and stability of CICS regions and associated services.API & Integration Support Support services exposed via IBM z/OS Connect. Collaborate with integration teams managing IBM DataPower Gateway. Investigate and resolve cross-platform issues involving mainframe, middleware, and cloud systems.Database & Data Support Work with IBM Db2 including SQL queries, troubleshooting locks, and performance analysis. Support test data creation, refresh, and masking activities.Cloud & Cross-Platform Collaboration Coordinate with teams using Amazon Web Services. Understand API flows from cloud to mainframe systems. Troubleshoot end-to-end integration failures.Automation & DevOps Develop automation scripts using Python and Shell scripting. Support CI/CD processes (e.g., GitLab pipelines). Implement environment stability and monitoring best practices.Documentation & Communication Produce detailed technical documentation and issue logs. Provide regular status updates to stakeholders. Collaborate with developers, infrastructure engineers, and project managers.Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with: CICS Webservices (SOAP/REST) z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition DB2 and SQL JCL and batch processing Experience in mainframe transaction management and debugging tools. Understanding of API integration and middleware architecture. Exposure to AWS cloud environments. Automation experience using Python or Shell scripting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced banking environment.Preferred Experience Experience in Banking or Financial Services. Knowledge of API security and performance tuning. DevOps mindset with CI/CD pipeline exposure. Experience working in Agile delivery models.What We're Looking For Proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Strong collaboration skills across distributed technical teams. Ownership and accountability for environment stability.Opportunity to work on business-critical banking platforms. Exposure to modern API and cloud integration within a mainframe ecosystem. High-impact role supporting customer-facing digital banking services.
27/05/2026
Full time
LocationLondon, United Kingdom# Mainframe CICS Specialist at N Consulting LtdLocationLondon, United KingdomSalary£300 - £350 /dayJob TypeContractDate PostedMarch 2nd, 2026Apply Nowob Title: Mainframe CICS Resource Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Work Mode : Hybrid (3 Days from Office) Contract Role: 6 months Industry: Banking / Financial ServicesRole Overview We are seeking an experienced Mainframe CICS Specialist to support critical test environments that enable the delivery of mobile and online banking features to customers. This role sits at the intersection of traditional mainframe systems and modern cloud/API platforms, ensuring seamless integration, stability, and performance across environments.Key Responsibilities Mainframe Environment Support Provide expert support for mainframe-based test environments. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to IBM CICS, batch jobs, and system interfaces. Ensure high availability and stability of CICS regions and associated services.API & Integration Support Support services exposed via IBM z/OS Connect. Collaborate with integration teams managing IBM DataPower Gateway. Investigate and resolve cross-platform issues involving mainframe, middleware, and cloud systems.Database & Data Support Work with IBM Db2 including SQL queries, troubleshooting locks, and performance analysis. Support test data creation, refresh, and masking activities.Cloud & Cross-Platform Collaboration Coordinate with teams using Amazon Web Services. Understand API flows from cloud to mainframe systems. Troubleshoot end-to-end integration failures.Automation & DevOps Develop automation scripts using Python and Shell scripting. Support CI/CD processes (e.g., GitLab pipelines). Implement environment stability and monitoring best practices.Documentation & Communication Produce detailed technical documentation and issue logs. Provide regular status updates to stakeholders. Collaborate with developers, infrastructure engineers, and project managers.Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with: CICS Webservices (SOAP/REST) z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition DB2 and SQL JCL and batch processing Experience in mainframe transaction management and debugging tools. Understanding of API integration and middleware architecture. Exposure to AWS cloud environments. Automation experience using Python or Shell scripting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced banking environment.Preferred Experience Experience in Banking or Financial Services. Knowledge of API security and performance tuning. DevOps mindset with CI/CD pipeline exposure. Experience working in Agile delivery models.What We're Looking For Proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Strong collaboration skills across distributed technical teams. Ownership and accountability for environment stability.Opportunity to work on business-critical banking platforms. Exposure to modern API and cloud integration within a mainframe ecosystem. High-impact role supporting customer-facing digital banking services.
Senior/Principal DevOps Engineer Application Deadline: 31 March 2026 Department: Platform Engineering Employment Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid) Compensation: £70,000 - £100,000 / year Description Please note: This role requires applicants to hold active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance. This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week. At Gemba Advantage, we design and run secure, cloud native platforms for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams build and automate the infrastructure and pipelines that high impact systems depend on. We're looking for experienced DevOps Engineers who want to shape modern delivery, lead technical decisions, and work with people who care about doing things properly. You'll help design and evolve cloud environments, improve engineering practices, and solve challenging problems alongside our customers. The Role: Design and deliver robust automation, platforms, and CI/CD pipelines for complex systems Use Infrastructure as Code and cloud native tooling to create secure, scalable environments Lead technical reviews, guide engineering decisions, and support fault fixing and maintenance Mentor engineers, improve ways of working, and champion continuous improvement and security What you'll bring: Active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance (essential) Strong experience with cloud platforms (Like AWS) and production environments Deep hands on experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK) and Kubernetes/Docker Confidence designing and operating secure CI/CD pipelines, using Git and modern DevOps practices Practical experience with databases, APIs, programming/scripting languages, and a range of operating systems Tech we commonly use Terraform - CloudFormation - CDK AWS - Kubernetes - Docker Git - CI/CD - GitOps Elasticsearch - MongoDB - relational DBs Python - Go - Bash Why join Gemba? We're guided by four core values that make Gemba a great place to work: Our people are our most important asset, and we prioritise their needs. We succeed and fail as a team, not as individuals. We do the right thing and we do the thing right. We keep an unwavering focus on the customer's needs. Away from our values, Gemba offers an excellent and comprehensive package to our Gembans, including great salaries, meaningful perks, a culture of truly rewarding and celebrating success, amongst many other core benefits like flexible pensions and PMI. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise, and studies confirm, that often underrepresented candidates in the workplace are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet all skills and experience of the position. At Gemba we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, therefore we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
27/05/2026
Full time
Senior/Principal DevOps Engineer Application Deadline: 31 March 2026 Department: Platform Engineering Employment Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid) Compensation: £70,000 - £100,000 / year Description Please note: This role requires applicants to hold active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance. This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week. At Gemba Advantage, we design and run secure, cloud native platforms for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams build and automate the infrastructure and pipelines that high impact systems depend on. We're looking for experienced DevOps Engineers who want to shape modern delivery, lead technical decisions, and work with people who care about doing things properly. You'll help design and evolve cloud environments, improve engineering practices, and solve challenging problems alongside our customers. The Role: Design and deliver robust automation, platforms, and CI/CD pipelines for complex systems Use Infrastructure as Code and cloud native tooling to create secure, scalable environments Lead technical reviews, guide engineering decisions, and support fault fixing and maintenance Mentor engineers, improve ways of working, and champion continuous improvement and security What you'll bring: Active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance (essential) Strong experience with cloud platforms (Like AWS) and production environments Deep hands on experience with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK) and Kubernetes/Docker Confidence designing and operating secure CI/CD pipelines, using Git and modern DevOps practices Practical experience with databases, APIs, programming/scripting languages, and a range of operating systems Tech we commonly use Terraform - CloudFormation - CDK AWS - Kubernetes - Docker Git - CI/CD - GitOps Elasticsearch - MongoDB - relational DBs Python - Go - Bash Why join Gemba? We're guided by four core values that make Gemba a great place to work: Our people are our most important asset, and we prioritise their needs. We succeed and fail as a team, not as individuals. We do the right thing and we do the thing right. We keep an unwavering focus on the customer's needs. Away from our values, Gemba offers an excellent and comprehensive package to our Gembans, including great salaries, meaningful perks, a culture of truly rewarding and celebrating success, amongst many other core benefits like flexible pensions and PMI. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise, and studies confirm, that often underrepresented candidates in the workplace are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet all skills and experience of the position. At Gemba we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, therefore we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
Senior/Principal Software Engineer Application Deadline: 31 March 2026 Department: Software Engineering Employment Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid) Compensation: £70,000 - £100,000 / year Description Please note: This role requires applicants to hold active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance. This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week. At Gemba Advantage, we build secure, user centred digital products for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams work on complex, high impact systems, the kind that have to be secure, scalable, and actually usable by the people who rely on them. We're looking for Senior and Principal Engineers who want to shape meaningful systems, influence technical direction, and work alongside capable people who care about doing the job properly. You'll help design and build modern cloud native services, guide engineering standards, and solve genuinely hard problems with our customers. The Role: Design and deliver secure, scalable software in small agile teams Stay hands on while shaping architecture and technical direction Set engineering standards and mentor others Work directly with customers to solve complex problems Champion modern engineering practices (cloud, CI/CD, DevSecOps) What you'll bring: Active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance (essential) Strong experience delivering production systems in complex environments Depth in at least one modern language (Java, TypeScript, Python, Go etc.) Cloud/container experience and a security first mindset Confidence influencing technical decisions and improving teams Tech we commonly use Java • TypeScript • Python • Go React / Angular AWS • Kubernetes • Docker Elasticsearch • MongoDB • relational DBs CI/CD • GitOps • infrastructure as code Why join Gemba? We're guided by four core values that make Gemba a great place to work: Our people are our most important asset, and we prioritise their needs. We succeed and fail as a team, not as individuals. We do the right thing and we do the thing right. We keep an unwavering focus on the customer's needs. Away from our values, Gemba offers an excellent and comprehensive package to our Gembans, including great salaries, meaningful perks, a culture of truly rewarding and celebrating success, amongst many other core benefits like flexible pensions and PMI. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise, and studies confirm, that often underrepresented candidates in the workplace are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet all skills and experience of the position. At Gemba we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, therefore we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
27/05/2026
Full time
Senior/Principal Software Engineer Application Deadline: 31 March 2026 Department: Software Engineering Employment Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid) Compensation: £70,000 - £100,000 / year Description Please note: This role requires applicants to hold active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance. This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week. At Gemba Advantage, we build secure, user centred digital products for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams work on complex, high impact systems, the kind that have to be secure, scalable, and actually usable by the people who rely on them. We're looking for Senior and Principal Engineers who want to shape meaningful systems, influence technical direction, and work alongside capable people who care about doing the job properly. You'll help design and build modern cloud native services, guide engineering standards, and solve genuinely hard problems with our customers. The Role: Design and deliver secure, scalable software in small agile teams Stay hands on while shaping architecture and technical direction Set engineering standards and mentor others Work directly with customers to solve complex problems Champion modern engineering practices (cloud, CI/CD, DevSecOps) What you'll bring: Active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance (essential) Strong experience delivering production systems in complex environments Depth in at least one modern language (Java, TypeScript, Python, Go etc.) Cloud/container experience and a security first mindset Confidence influencing technical decisions and improving teams Tech we commonly use Java • TypeScript • Python • Go React / Angular AWS • Kubernetes • Docker Elasticsearch • MongoDB • relational DBs CI/CD • GitOps • infrastructure as code Why join Gemba? We're guided by four core values that make Gemba a great place to work: Our people are our most important asset, and we prioritise their needs. We succeed and fail as a team, not as individuals. We do the right thing and we do the thing right. We keep an unwavering focus on the customer's needs. Away from our values, Gemba offers an excellent and comprehensive package to our Gembans, including great salaries, meaningful perks, a culture of truly rewarding and celebrating success, amongst many other core benefits like flexible pensions and PMI. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognise, and studies confirm, that often underrepresented candidates in the workplace are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet all skills and experience of the position. At Gemba we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, therefore we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
Description Hybrid : 2 days per week in London, 1 day per month in Fleet Tempcover is at the forefront of the fast-growing world of short term insurance. Our mission is to make car insurance flexible, quick, and easy for drivers. We've sold millions of policies that have helped drivers get where they need to go, but we're not finished there. We're growing our team to help us continue in that mission.If you are extraordinary at what you do and want to be a part of a rapidly growing business at the cutting edge of the InsureTech industry, we would love to hear from you The Data and Analytics team within Tempcover provide a vital role in bringing data, MI and Insight to life for internal & external stakeholders and partners. The Staff Data Engineer will be responsible for the design, build and maintenance of the Tempcover cloud based data platform, supporting the wider business in making data-driven decisions. Leading the development and optimisation of data pipelines, data models and data quality controls, this role will require collaboration with data analysts and business stakeholders to translate data needs into scalable and reliable solutions. Over the past 5 years, the data platform has continually evolved through the expansion of data models, integrations and underpinning technologies. This evolution is set to continue at pace as we refine our data ingestion solutions and expand our insight capability across the business. Starting in 2026 we expect to increasingly make use of the Google Big Query platform and move away from Azure over the next 12- 18 months. What you'll be doing Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and ETL processes Create and manage accurate and performant data models to support Tempcover's analytical capability. Propose and implement internal improvement initiatives to the data platform. Lead proactive approach to performance monitoring / tuning Leverage cloud-based platforms to build a scalable data infrastructure. Provide continued support to ensure high availability of data to the wider business Work closely with analysts across MI, Marketing, Product, Underwriting and Pricing to understand data requirements and translate them into effective solutions. Work with rigour to ensure data quality / accuracy. Mentor and guide junior data engineers, providing technical expertise and project oversight. What we're looking for Essential Advanced proficiency in SQL databases, including writing complex queries, indexing and query optimisation. Experience of ETL tools such as Google Cloud Dataflow, DBT, Azure Data Factory, FiveTran and Databricks. Solid understanding of data warehousing techniques; ETL / ELT processes and dimensional modelling. In-depth knowledge of cloud-based data infrastructure (GCP, Azure, AWS). Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Git / DevOps for version control and collaboration. Beneficial API integration. Knowledge of Python is beneficial. Ability to work within a SCRUM agile development environment. Understanding of visualisation and dashboard products (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Qlik) Our commitment to you At RVU, we are dedicated to developing valuable, inclusive, and user-friendly products and services that deliver positive outcomes for all of our customers. To achieve this it's essential that our teams reflect the diverse range of people in our community. We believe in being the change we wish to see in the world, by embracing our differences and holding ourselves accountable to being open and inclusive teammates and wider community members. What we offer We want to give you a great work environment, support your growth both personally and professionally, and provide benefits that make your time at RVU even more enjoyable. Here are some of the benefits you can look forward to : 10% discretionary yearly bonus and yearly pay reviews (based on RVU and personal performance) A hybrid working approach with 2 in-office days per week and up to 22 working days per year to "work from anywhere" Employer matching pension contributions up to 7.5% A one-off £300 "Work from Home" budget to help contribute towards a great work environment at home Excellent maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave policy, for those key moments in your life 25 days holiday (increasing with years of employment to 30 days) + 2 days "My Time" per year Private medical cover, critical illness cover and employee assistance programme A healthy learning and training budget Electric vehicle and cycle to work schemes Regular events - from team socials to company-wide events with insightful external speakers, we want to make sure our colleagues continue to feel connected As a tech company who strives to get better every day, we use Metaview during the interview processes for note taking purposes. This records and transcribes interviews so the interviewer can fully focus on your conversation, rather than writing. This has no bearing on the assessment of you as a candidate and you can opt out at any time. Just let us know. Our culture Our culture is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on creating real value for our customers. With an experimentation mindset, we challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and embrace continuous learning to stay ahead. Our diverse teams are made up of brilliant people who uplift each other and work together to tackle complex problems. We work with a balance of rigour and urgency so we can learn fast and adapt to change quickly. We are a company where growth knows no limits, and where every person is empowered to make an extraordinary impact. Check out our Life At RVU page to get a further glimpse into our culture.
27/05/2026
Full time
Description Hybrid : 2 days per week in London, 1 day per month in Fleet Tempcover is at the forefront of the fast-growing world of short term insurance. Our mission is to make car insurance flexible, quick, and easy for drivers. We've sold millions of policies that have helped drivers get where they need to go, but we're not finished there. We're growing our team to help us continue in that mission.If you are extraordinary at what you do and want to be a part of a rapidly growing business at the cutting edge of the InsureTech industry, we would love to hear from you The Data and Analytics team within Tempcover provide a vital role in bringing data, MI and Insight to life for internal & external stakeholders and partners. The Staff Data Engineer will be responsible for the design, build and maintenance of the Tempcover cloud based data platform, supporting the wider business in making data-driven decisions. Leading the development and optimisation of data pipelines, data models and data quality controls, this role will require collaboration with data analysts and business stakeholders to translate data needs into scalable and reliable solutions. Over the past 5 years, the data platform has continually evolved through the expansion of data models, integrations and underpinning technologies. This evolution is set to continue at pace as we refine our data ingestion solutions and expand our insight capability across the business. Starting in 2026 we expect to increasingly make use of the Google Big Query platform and move away from Azure over the next 12- 18 months. What you'll be doing Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and ETL processes Create and manage accurate and performant data models to support Tempcover's analytical capability. Propose and implement internal improvement initiatives to the data platform. Lead proactive approach to performance monitoring / tuning Leverage cloud-based platforms to build a scalable data infrastructure. Provide continued support to ensure high availability of data to the wider business Work closely with analysts across MI, Marketing, Product, Underwriting and Pricing to understand data requirements and translate them into effective solutions. Work with rigour to ensure data quality / accuracy. Mentor and guide junior data engineers, providing technical expertise and project oversight. What we're looking for Essential Advanced proficiency in SQL databases, including writing complex queries, indexing and query optimisation. Experience of ETL tools such as Google Cloud Dataflow, DBT, Azure Data Factory, FiveTran and Databricks. Solid understanding of data warehousing techniques; ETL / ELT processes and dimensional modelling. In-depth knowledge of cloud-based data infrastructure (GCP, Azure, AWS). Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Git / DevOps for version control and collaboration. Beneficial API integration. Knowledge of Python is beneficial. Ability to work within a SCRUM agile development environment. Understanding of visualisation and dashboard products (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Qlik) Our commitment to you At RVU, we are dedicated to developing valuable, inclusive, and user-friendly products and services that deliver positive outcomes for all of our customers. To achieve this it's essential that our teams reflect the diverse range of people in our community. We believe in being the change we wish to see in the world, by embracing our differences and holding ourselves accountable to being open and inclusive teammates and wider community members. What we offer We want to give you a great work environment, support your growth both personally and professionally, and provide benefits that make your time at RVU even more enjoyable. Here are some of the benefits you can look forward to : 10% discretionary yearly bonus and yearly pay reviews (based on RVU and personal performance) A hybrid working approach with 2 in-office days per week and up to 22 working days per year to "work from anywhere" Employer matching pension contributions up to 7.5% A one-off £300 "Work from Home" budget to help contribute towards a great work environment at home Excellent maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave policy, for those key moments in your life 25 days holiday (increasing with years of employment to 30 days) + 2 days "My Time" per year Private medical cover, critical illness cover and employee assistance programme A healthy learning and training budget Electric vehicle and cycle to work schemes Regular events - from team socials to company-wide events with insightful external speakers, we want to make sure our colleagues continue to feel connected As a tech company who strives to get better every day, we use Metaview during the interview processes for note taking purposes. This records and transcribes interviews so the interviewer can fully focus on your conversation, rather than writing. This has no bearing on the assessment of you as a candidate and you can opt out at any time. Just let us know. Our culture Our culture is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on creating real value for our customers. With an experimentation mindset, we challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and embrace continuous learning to stay ahead. Our diverse teams are made up of brilliant people who uplift each other and work together to tackle complex problems. We work with a balance of rigour and urgency so we can learn fast and adapt to change quickly. We are a company where growth knows no limits, and where every person is empowered to make an extraordinary impact. Check out our Life At RVU page to get a further glimpse into our culture.
A cloud-native platform provider is seeking a DevOps Engineer in London. This role involves automating infrastructure, developing CI/CD pipelines, and providing technical solutions to client challenges. Ideal candidates should possess a proactive attitude, basic programming skills, and knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS and Kubernetes. The position offers an excellent compensation package, a hybrid work model, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
27/05/2026
Full time
A cloud-native platform provider is seeking a DevOps Engineer in London. This role involves automating infrastructure, developing CI/CD pipelines, and providing technical solutions to client challenges. Ideal candidates should possess a proactive attitude, basic programming skills, and knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS and Kubernetes. The position offers an excellent compensation package, a hybrid work model, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Falcon Chase International
Solihull, West Midlands
About the Role We are looking for a Technical Scrum Master to facilitate Agile delivery within cloud and engineering teams , ensuring high-quality, secure, and predictable delivery of AWS, DevOps, and platform initiatives . Working closely with the Technical Delivery Manager, Product Owners, architects, and DevOps engineers , you will combine strong Scrum facilitation with sufficient technical depth to understand engineering challenges, remove complex impediments, and optimise delivery flow. This role sits within one of the UK's most high-profile digital transformation programmes , supporting the stability and modernisation of critical national infrastructure . Unlike a traditional Scrum Master role, you will actively engage in technical discussions , understand architectural dependencies , and help drive engineering excellence across cloud and DevOps teams . Key Responsibilities Facilitate Agile ceremonies and support predictable delivery of AWS infrastructure, automation, and CI/CD initiatives Remove complex technical impediments impacting engineering teams Collaborate with the Technical Delivery Manager to manage sprint-level risks and cross-team dependencies Work closely with engineers to improve flow across CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes Promote engineering best practices including: Infrastructure as Code Automated testing Code reviews DevSecOps principles Monitor delivery metrics such as: Velocity Cycle time Deployment frequency Lead time for change Defect rates Support backlog refinement with a strong understanding of technical enablers and architectural dependencies Encourage operational readiness , including documentation, monitoring, and support model considerations Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and technical excellence Escalate delivery risks with clear impact analysis Support incident learning reviews and promote shift-left quality practices Essential Skills & Experience 5+ years' experience as a Scrum Master within cloud, DevOps, or platform engineering environments Strong understanding of AWS services , including: EC2, IAM, VPC, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch Experience working with Infrastructure as Code : Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK Familiarity with CI/CD tools , such as: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, Bitbucket Understanding of containerisation and orchestration : Docker, ECS, EKS Experience working in regulated or government delivery environments Strong experience with Jira and Confluence for Agile tracking and reporting Understanding of DevOps performance metrics (DORA metrics) including deployment frequency and MTTR Experience managing technical dependencies and delivery risks in complex environments Exposure to incident, change, and problem management within live cloud environments Strong facilitation, stakeholder communication, and conflict resolution skills Desirable Qualifications Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) SAFe Scrum Master or SAFe Agilist AWS Cloud Practitioner or Associate certification ITIL v4 Foundation Experience working in SC-cleared delivery environments
27/05/2026
Contractor
About the Role We are looking for a Technical Scrum Master to facilitate Agile delivery within cloud and engineering teams , ensuring high-quality, secure, and predictable delivery of AWS, DevOps, and platform initiatives . Working closely with the Technical Delivery Manager, Product Owners, architects, and DevOps engineers , you will combine strong Scrum facilitation with sufficient technical depth to understand engineering challenges, remove complex impediments, and optimise delivery flow. This role sits within one of the UK's most high-profile digital transformation programmes , supporting the stability and modernisation of critical national infrastructure . Unlike a traditional Scrum Master role, you will actively engage in technical discussions , understand architectural dependencies , and help drive engineering excellence across cloud and DevOps teams . Key Responsibilities Facilitate Agile ceremonies and support predictable delivery of AWS infrastructure, automation, and CI/CD initiatives Remove complex technical impediments impacting engineering teams Collaborate with the Technical Delivery Manager to manage sprint-level risks and cross-team dependencies Work closely with engineers to improve flow across CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes Promote engineering best practices including: Infrastructure as Code Automated testing Code reviews DevSecOps principles Monitor delivery metrics such as: Velocity Cycle time Deployment frequency Lead time for change Defect rates Support backlog refinement with a strong understanding of technical enablers and architectural dependencies Encourage operational readiness , including documentation, monitoring, and support model considerations Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and technical excellence Escalate delivery risks with clear impact analysis Support incident learning reviews and promote shift-left quality practices Essential Skills & Experience 5+ years' experience as a Scrum Master within cloud, DevOps, or platform engineering environments Strong understanding of AWS services , including: EC2, IAM, VPC, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch Experience working with Infrastructure as Code : Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK Familiarity with CI/CD tools , such as: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, Bitbucket Understanding of containerisation and orchestration : Docker, ECS, EKS Experience working in regulated or government delivery environments Strong experience with Jira and Confluence for Agile tracking and reporting Understanding of DevOps performance metrics (DORA metrics) including deployment frequency and MTTR Experience managing technical dependencies and delivery risks in complex environments Exposure to incident, change, and problem management within live cloud environments Strong facilitation, stakeholder communication, and conflict resolution skills Desirable Qualifications Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) SAFe Scrum Master or SAFe Agilist AWS Cloud Practitioner or Associate certification ITIL v4 Foundation Experience working in SC-cleared delivery environments
Location: Leicestershire, hybrid Salary: circa 70,000 - 80,000 Summary: We are looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to lead the build of a modern AWS-based data platform, taking ownership from core infrastructure through to curated, business-ready datasets. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and operate a scalable AWS data platform, including storage, compute, security, and monitoring Develop robust, idempotent ETL pipelines across diverse data sources (APIs, databases, files, and event streams) Implement medallion architecture (bronze, silver, gold) to transform raw data into high-quality, analytics-ready datasets Establish infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD practices to ensure reproducibility and continuous improvement Own data modelling, master data management, and aggregation layers to support reporting, analytics, and ML use cases Skills and Experience: Proven experience building and running production data platforms on AWS end-to-end, ideally in a multi-site business environment Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with hands-on experience in Spark/PySpark and modern table formats (e.g. Delta Lake, Iceberg, Hudi) Expertise in AWS data services (e.g. S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, Step Functions, Kinesis) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CDK) Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar Ability to design scalable architectures, make pragmatic trade-offs, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.
27/05/2026
Full time
Location: Leicestershire, hybrid Salary: circa 70,000 - 80,000 Summary: We are looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to lead the build of a modern AWS-based data platform, taking ownership from core infrastructure through to curated, business-ready datasets. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and operate a scalable AWS data platform, including storage, compute, security, and monitoring Develop robust, idempotent ETL pipelines across diverse data sources (APIs, databases, files, and event streams) Implement medallion architecture (bronze, silver, gold) to transform raw data into high-quality, analytics-ready datasets Establish infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD practices to ensure reproducibility and continuous improvement Own data modelling, master data management, and aggregation layers to support reporting, analytics, and ML use cases Skills and Experience: Proven experience building and running production data platforms on AWS end-to-end, ideally in a multi-site business environment Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with hands-on experience in Spark/PySpark and modern table formats (e.g. Delta Lake, Iceberg, Hudi) Expertise in AWS data services (e.g. S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, Step Functions, Kinesis) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform or CDK) Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar Ability to design scalable architectures, make pragmatic trade-offs, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.
Cyber Security Engineer Azure VMware Cisco Meraki Hybrid We are recruiting for a hands-on Cyber Security Engineer to join a growing infrastructure and security team supporting a hybrid environment across Azure cloud, VMware infrastructure and Cisco Meraki networking. This is an operational cyber security role focused on cloud security, infrastructure hardening, vulnerability remediation, incident response, DR testing and cyber resilience. Key Skills & Experience: • Azure security, Entra ID, Conditional Access, RBAC and Azure Policy • VMware vSphere, vCenter and ESXi • Cisco Meraki, VLANs, VPNs, firewall rules and network segmentation • Security monitoring, incident response and vulnerability management • Sophos MDR or similar MDR/SIEM tooling • Windows/Linux hardening and secure configuration • Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity testing • PowerShell, KQL or Python desirable • Microsoft Defender, Sentinel or CIS exposure beneficial The successful candidate will work closely with Infrastructure, Service Desk and operational IT teams to improve cyber resilience, support remediation activities and strengthen security controls across cloud, network and on-prem systems. This role would suit a Security Engineer, Infrastructure Security Engineer, Cyber Security Engineer or Security Operations Engineer with strong hybrid infrastructure security experience. Hybrid working available with participation in an out-of-hours support rota. Apply now for immediate consideration.
27/05/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Engineer Azure VMware Cisco Meraki Hybrid We are recruiting for a hands-on Cyber Security Engineer to join a growing infrastructure and security team supporting a hybrid environment across Azure cloud, VMware infrastructure and Cisco Meraki networking. This is an operational cyber security role focused on cloud security, infrastructure hardening, vulnerability remediation, incident response, DR testing and cyber resilience. Key Skills & Experience: • Azure security, Entra ID, Conditional Access, RBAC and Azure Policy • VMware vSphere, vCenter and ESXi • Cisco Meraki, VLANs, VPNs, firewall rules and network segmentation • Security monitoring, incident response and vulnerability management • Sophos MDR or similar MDR/SIEM tooling • Windows/Linux hardening and secure configuration • Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity testing • PowerShell, KQL or Python desirable • Microsoft Defender, Sentinel or CIS exposure beneficial The successful candidate will work closely with Infrastructure, Service Desk and operational IT teams to improve cyber resilience, support remediation activities and strengthen security controls across cloud, network and on-prem systems. This role would suit a Security Engineer, Infrastructure Security Engineer, Cyber Security Engineer or Security Operations Engineer with strong hybrid infrastructure security experience. Hybrid working available with participation in an out-of-hours support rota. Apply now for immediate consideration.
We re supporting a forward thinking organisation in Pembrokeshire as they look to hire a Senior IT Network & Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of their enterprise network environment. This is a hands on, senior technical role where you ll design, build, and optimise a modern, secure, high availability network across a large and diverse infrastructure. If you re an experienced network professional who enjoys solving complex problems, leading improvements, and working with a wide range of technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team at a state of the art facility. As the Senior IT Network & Infrastructure Engineer, you will: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise level network architecture (LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN) Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of network services Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across multiple environments Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers Lead network upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure improvement projects Implement secure remote access solutions (VPN, IPsec, SSL/TLS, SSH) Enforce network security best practices, including firewall rules, IDS/IPS, encryption, and PKI Monitor network performance, capacity, and security using appropriate tools Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning Manage patching, updates, and configuration backups Produce clear documentation for network configurations and DR procedures Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers Participate in on call support and incident response when required We re looking for someone who brings: Proven experience designing and managing large scale enterprise networks Strong understanding of routing and core protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NFS) Solid background in network security (firewalls, VPNs, encryption standards) Hands on experience with virtualisation platforms such as VMware vSphere Familiarity with containerisation technologies (advantageous) Good knowledge of Windows Server environments Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP or equivalent (highly desirable) Experience working within structured IT environments (ITIL beneficial) A proactive, solutions focused approach and strong communication skills This role is ideal for a dedicated professional who wants to apply their expertise within a modern, technology driven organisation. Please note, this is an on site role based at a modern, well equipped facility in Pembrokeshire .
27/05/2026
Full time
We re supporting a forward thinking organisation in Pembrokeshire as they look to hire a Senior IT Network & Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of their enterprise network environment. This is a hands on, senior technical role where you ll design, build, and optimise a modern, secure, high availability network across a large and diverse infrastructure. If you re an experienced network professional who enjoys solving complex problems, leading improvements, and working with a wide range of technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team at a state of the art facility. As the Senior IT Network & Infrastructure Engineer, you will: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise level network architecture (LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN) Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of network services Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across multiple environments Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers Lead network upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure improvement projects Implement secure remote access solutions (VPN, IPsec, SSL/TLS, SSH) Enforce network security best practices, including firewall rules, IDS/IPS, encryption, and PKI Monitor network performance, capacity, and security using appropriate tools Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning Manage patching, updates, and configuration backups Produce clear documentation for network configurations and DR procedures Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers Participate in on call support and incident response when required We re looking for someone who brings: Proven experience designing and managing large scale enterprise networks Strong understanding of routing and core protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NFS) Solid background in network security (firewalls, VPNs, encryption standards) Hands on experience with virtualisation platforms such as VMware vSphere Familiarity with containerisation technologies (advantageous) Good knowledge of Windows Server environments Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP or equivalent (highly desirable) Experience working within structured IT environments (ITIL beneficial) A proactive, solutions focused approach and strong communication skills This role is ideal for a dedicated professional who wants to apply their expertise within a modern, technology driven organisation. Please note, this is an on site role based at a modern, well equipped facility in Pembrokeshire .
We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer with a strong technical background in Microsoft 365, security, and modern workplace technologies. This role focuses on designing, securing, and improving Microsoft environments for customers, while acting as a trusted technical advisor and escalation point within the engineering team. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and optimise Microsoft 365 environments including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Microsoft 365 Groups. Lead tenant reviews, remediation projects, migrations, and platform standardisation. Design and manage secure identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID. Implement and maintain security technologies including Conditional Access, MFA, Passwordless Authentication, PIM, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Purview. Manage and secure endpoints using Intune and Windows Autopilot across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Apply Zero Trust and Microsoft security best practices to customer environments. Support compliance and governance requirements including GDPR and ISO-aligned controls. Use PowerShell and automation to improve efficiency, consistency, and service quality. Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards, and runbooks. Act as a senior escalation point for complex incidents and projects. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical standards across the business. Build strong customer relationships and translate business requirements into secure technical solutions. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration and architecture. Excellent knowledge of: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Intune & Windows Autopilot Microsoft Defender & security tooling SharePoint Online & Teams Exchange Online Experience working within MSP or multi-tenant environments. Strong understanding of identity, endpoint security, and compliance best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead technical decisions and work independently. Desirable Skills PowerShell scripting and automation. Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR. Experience improving technical standards and engineering processes. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
27/05/2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer with a strong technical background in Microsoft 365, security, and modern workplace technologies. This role focuses on designing, securing, and improving Microsoft environments for customers, while acting as a trusted technical advisor and escalation point within the engineering team. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and optimise Microsoft 365 environments including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Microsoft 365 Groups. Lead tenant reviews, remediation projects, migrations, and platform standardisation. Design and manage secure identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID. Implement and maintain security technologies including Conditional Access, MFA, Passwordless Authentication, PIM, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Purview. Manage and secure endpoints using Intune and Windows Autopilot across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Apply Zero Trust and Microsoft security best practices to customer environments. Support compliance and governance requirements including GDPR and ISO-aligned controls. Use PowerShell and automation to improve efficiency, consistency, and service quality. Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards, and runbooks. Act as a senior escalation point for complex incidents and projects. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical standards across the business. Build strong customer relationships and translate business requirements into secure technical solutions. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration and architecture. Excellent knowledge of: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Intune & Windows Autopilot Microsoft Defender & security tooling SharePoint Online & Teams Exchange Online Experience working within MSP or multi-tenant environments. Strong understanding of identity, endpoint security, and compliance best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead technical decisions and work independently. Desirable Skills PowerShell scripting and automation. Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR. Experience improving technical standards and engineering processes. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
We are supporting a cutting edge deep tech company in London that is building full stack photonic quantum systems designed to transform how organisations run machine learning, generative AI, and large scale optimisation workloads. Their technology is already deployed in multiple real world environments, and they re now entering a major growth phase as they prepare to launch their next generation system. This is a rare opportunity to work on production grade quantum classical systems , collaborating directly with physicists, hardware engineers, and platform specialists to bring advanced quantum capabilities into modern AI and data centre ecosystems. You ll join the core software team responsible for the systems layer that connects quantum hardware to classical compute infrastructure. This includes designing and optimising the software that orchestrates quantum control, manages low latency data paths, and ensures reliable operation in demanding environments. You will: Design, build, and optimise core systems software in Python (with C++ or Rust also valuable) Own critical platform components, improving latency, throughput, reliability, and operability Develop low latency interfaces between quantum hardware and classical compute systems Work closely with physicists and hardware teams to integrate new platforms (FPGAs, lasers, scientific instrumentation) from prototype to production Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines, observability tooling, and deployment workflows for on prem data centre environments Profile and optimise system performance end to end, turning bottlenecks into measurable improvements Influence architecture and technical direction through design proposals and pragmatic decision making Raise engineering quality through code reviews, testing strategy, and maintainable interfaces Collaborate cross functionally to translate customer and internal requirements into robust, production ready software Support occasional out of hours work when systems require attention (no formal on call rota) You don t need to match every bullet; the team values curiosity, motivation, and the ability to dive deep into complex systems. Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience shipping production systems Proficiency in Python , plus working knowledge of C++ or Rust Experience in one or more of, low latency systems, Linux systems programming, high performance networking, embedded development, GPU programming, and/or FPGA or hardware software integration Comfort with modern engineering practices: code review, testing, Git, CI/CD Ability to debug and profile complex systems (latency, throughput, resource utilisation) Degree in CS, EE, physics, or similar, or equivalent practical experience Experience in commercial engineering or deep tech environments For immediate consideration, please forward an up-to-date CV.
27/05/2026
Full time
We are supporting a cutting edge deep tech company in London that is building full stack photonic quantum systems designed to transform how organisations run machine learning, generative AI, and large scale optimisation workloads. Their technology is already deployed in multiple real world environments, and they re now entering a major growth phase as they prepare to launch their next generation system. This is a rare opportunity to work on production grade quantum classical systems , collaborating directly with physicists, hardware engineers, and platform specialists to bring advanced quantum capabilities into modern AI and data centre ecosystems. You ll join the core software team responsible for the systems layer that connects quantum hardware to classical compute infrastructure. This includes designing and optimising the software that orchestrates quantum control, manages low latency data paths, and ensures reliable operation in demanding environments. You will: Design, build, and optimise core systems software in Python (with C++ or Rust also valuable) Own critical platform components, improving latency, throughput, reliability, and operability Develop low latency interfaces between quantum hardware and classical compute systems Work closely with physicists and hardware teams to integrate new platforms (FPGAs, lasers, scientific instrumentation) from prototype to production Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines, observability tooling, and deployment workflows for on prem data centre environments Profile and optimise system performance end to end, turning bottlenecks into measurable improvements Influence architecture and technical direction through design proposals and pragmatic decision making Raise engineering quality through code reviews, testing strategy, and maintainable interfaces Collaborate cross functionally to translate customer and internal requirements into robust, production ready software Support occasional out of hours work when systems require attention (no formal on call rota) You don t need to match every bullet; the team values curiosity, motivation, and the ability to dive deep into complex systems. Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience shipping production systems Proficiency in Python , plus working knowledge of C++ or Rust Experience in one or more of, low latency systems, Linux systems programming, high performance networking, embedded development, GPU programming, and/or FPGA or hardware software integration Comfort with modern engineering practices: code review, testing, Git, CI/CD Ability to debug and profile complex systems (latency, throughput, resource utilisation) Degree in CS, EE, physics, or similar, or equivalent practical experience Experience in commercial engineering or deep tech environments For immediate consideration, please forward an up-to-date CV.
Contract IT Infrastructure Engineer Duration: 3-6 months Location: Poole, Dorset. 5 days per week in the office IR35 status: Inside IR35 A growing client is looking for an experienced contract IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their busy IT team on an interim basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ownership of infrastructure, security, and operational support across both on-prem and cloud technologies. The contract IT Infrastructure Engineer will play a key role in maintaining and improving the organisation's infrastructure estate, supporting critical systems, and ensuring a secure, stable, and high-performing IT environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support across servers, networking, cloud, and end-user environments Manage and resolve incidents through the ITSM platform, ensuring excellent service delivery Maintain and support Windows Server environments, virtual infrastructure, and Microsoft 365 technologies Configure, troubleshoot, and support networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, WAN/LAN, and switching Manage Azure, Intune, Autopilot, Hybrid AD, and Azure Virtual Desktop environments Oversee patch management, backups, disaster recovery, and system monitoring Support cybersecurity initiatives including vulnerability remediation, access control, and security compliance Assist with maintaining ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditations Produce and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures Work closely with third-party suppliers and support partners Key Skills You must have strong hands-on experience across a broad infrastructure environment including: Windows Server 2019/2022 Microsoft Azure & Microsoft 365 Administration Azure Entra Hybrid AD Intune, Autopilot & MDM VMware/vSphere Cisco networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, routing & VLANs Active Directory & Group Policy PowerShell scripting Backup & Disaster Recovery solutions Microsoft Defender & Sentinel Cyber security standards including ISO27001 & Cyber Essentials Plus SharePoint Online Patch management & vulnerability remediation SAN/NAS storage technologies SSL certificates & SSO provisioning This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced contract Infrastructure Engineer looking for an immediate contract role within a forward-thinking organisation. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
27/05/2026
Contractor
Contract IT Infrastructure Engineer Duration: 3-6 months Location: Poole, Dorset. 5 days per week in the office IR35 status: Inside IR35 A growing client is looking for an experienced contract IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their busy IT team on an interim basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys taking ownership of infrastructure, security, and operational support across both on-prem and cloud technologies. The contract IT Infrastructure Engineer will play a key role in maintaining and improving the organisation's infrastructure estate, supporting critical systems, and ensuring a secure, stable, and high-performing IT environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support across servers, networking, cloud, and end-user environments Manage and resolve incidents through the ITSM platform, ensuring excellent service delivery Maintain and support Windows Server environments, virtual infrastructure, and Microsoft 365 technologies Configure, troubleshoot, and support networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, WAN/LAN, and switching Manage Azure, Intune, Autopilot, Hybrid AD, and Azure Virtual Desktop environments Oversee patch management, backups, disaster recovery, and system monitoring Support cybersecurity initiatives including vulnerability remediation, access control, and security compliance Assist with maintaining ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditations Produce and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures Work closely with third-party suppliers and support partners Key Skills You must have strong hands-on experience across a broad infrastructure environment including: Windows Server 2019/2022 Microsoft Azure & Microsoft 365 Administration Azure Entra Hybrid AD Intune, Autopilot & MDM VMware/vSphere Cisco networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, routing & VLANs Active Directory & Group Policy PowerShell scripting Backup & Disaster Recovery solutions Microsoft Defender & Sentinel Cyber security standards including ISO27001 & Cyber Essentials Plus SharePoint Online Patch management & vulnerability remediation SAN/NAS storage technologies SSL certificates & SSO provisioning This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced contract Infrastructure Engineer looking for an immediate contract role within a forward-thinking organisation. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Azure Cloud / Platform Engineer x3 SC Cleared UK Wide 45,000 - 65,000 + perm benefits Successful applications will need to hold current SC Clearance We are seeking experienced Cloud Engineers to join a collaborative platform engineering team delivering secure, scalable cloud services to UK-based customers. These roles blends hands-on project delivery with ongoing platform development, offering the opportunity to deepen your expertise in cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure automation. You will work in a supportive, agile environment alongside skilled engineers focused on building reliable, modern cloud platforms. Key responsibilities Design, build, and maintain cloud platforms with a strong emphasis on automation, reuse, standardisation, and blueprints Take a code-first approach, reducing reliance on manual configuration Deliver cloud engineering outcomes through agile-style sprints, aligned to customer needs Contribute to both project delivery and foundational platform improvement Collaborate closely with other engineers to continuously improve platform capability and reliability Maintain and enhance cloud environments in line with security and compliance requirements Actively develop your technical skills through training, certifications, and hands-on experience Skills and experience Proven experience in cloud or platform engineering roles Strong hands-on experience with Azure Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform) Proficiency with version control systems such as GitHub Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines Practical knowledge of Kubernetes and container-based platforms Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible Experience working in Agile delivery environments Background in infrastructure and networking (desirable but not essential)
27/05/2026
Full time
Azure Cloud / Platform Engineer x3 SC Cleared UK Wide 45,000 - 65,000 + perm benefits Successful applications will need to hold current SC Clearance We are seeking experienced Cloud Engineers to join a collaborative platform engineering team delivering secure, scalable cloud services to UK-based customers. These roles blends hands-on project delivery with ongoing platform development, offering the opportunity to deepen your expertise in cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure automation. You will work in a supportive, agile environment alongside skilled engineers focused on building reliable, modern cloud platforms. Key responsibilities Design, build, and maintain cloud platforms with a strong emphasis on automation, reuse, standardisation, and blueprints Take a code-first approach, reducing reliance on manual configuration Deliver cloud engineering outcomes through agile-style sprints, aligned to customer needs Contribute to both project delivery and foundational platform improvement Collaborate closely with other engineers to continuously improve platform capability and reliability Maintain and enhance cloud environments in line with security and compliance requirements Actively develop your technical skills through training, certifications, and hands-on experience Skills and experience Proven experience in cloud or platform engineering roles Strong hands-on experience with Azure Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform) Proficiency with version control systems such as GitHub Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines Practical knowledge of Kubernetes and container-based platforms Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible Experience working in Agile delivery environments Background in infrastructure and networking (desirable but not essential)
We re partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning, technically-led business that is transforming how organisations across the UK manage their utility services. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and simplifying the customer experience, this company offers a genuinely modern, supportive, and forward-thinking environment, where the Technology team plays a key role in driving growth . They are now looking to hire a DevOps Engineer to join their Platform Engineering team at an exciting stage of growth, as they scale a key internal product beyond MVP. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with solid foundations in DevOps who is keen to further develop their skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting. Salary: £50,000 £63,000 + extensive benefits package + bonus Working Pattern: Hybrid. Flexible split between office and home. Based from Northeast offices, with suitable locations including Durham, Hartlepool, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Peterlee, Sunderland and surrounding areas. The Role This is a hands-on position where you ll contribute to the design, build, and maintenance of secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure. You ll work closely with a multidisciplinary Agile team, playing an active role in modern DevOps practices and tooling. Key Responsibilities Collaborate on the design of secure, scalable, and highly available, cost-optimised cloud infrastructure Implement technologies using Infrastructure-as-Code Monitor and manage systems for availability and performance Support Agile delivery through Scrum and Kanban, contributing to team rituals and processes What We re Looking For Developing and deploying via Infrastructure-as-Code, with proficiency in Terraform, YAML and ARM templates Creation, monitoring and management of cloud artefacts in Microsoft Azure, using the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) via Azure DevOps Ability to build and manage services deployed into Kubernetes, including container configuration and Helm charts Desirable (but not essential) Using AI to enhance productivity, such as code generation or coding assistance Code written in C#/.NET Experience with scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, or Bicep Understanding of observability platforms If you re looking to progress your DevOps career within a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering team, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.
27/05/2026
Full time
We re partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning, technically-led business that is transforming how organisations across the UK manage their utility services. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and simplifying the customer experience, this company offers a genuinely modern, supportive, and forward-thinking environment, where the Technology team plays a key role in driving growth . They are now looking to hire a DevOps Engineer to join their Platform Engineering team at an exciting stage of growth, as they scale a key internal product beyond MVP. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with solid foundations in DevOps who is keen to further develop their skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting. Salary: £50,000 £63,000 + extensive benefits package + bonus Working Pattern: Hybrid. Flexible split between office and home. Based from Northeast offices, with suitable locations including Durham, Hartlepool, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Peterlee, Sunderland and surrounding areas. The Role This is a hands-on position where you ll contribute to the design, build, and maintenance of secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure. You ll work closely with a multidisciplinary Agile team, playing an active role in modern DevOps practices and tooling. Key Responsibilities Collaborate on the design of secure, scalable, and highly available, cost-optimised cloud infrastructure Implement technologies using Infrastructure-as-Code Monitor and manage systems for availability and performance Support Agile delivery through Scrum and Kanban, contributing to team rituals and processes What We re Looking For Developing and deploying via Infrastructure-as-Code, with proficiency in Terraform, YAML and ARM templates Creation, monitoring and management of cloud artefacts in Microsoft Azure, using the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) via Azure DevOps Ability to build and manage services deployed into Kubernetes, including container configuration and Helm charts Desirable (but not essential) Using AI to enhance productivity, such as code generation or coding assistance Code written in C#/.NET Experience with scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, or Bicep Understanding of observability platforms If you re looking to progress your DevOps career within a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering team, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.
Senior Python Developer with Platform Engineering Exposure Rate: £450 per day Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months initially Start: ASAP Location: Mostly remote, with travel to Leeds around once per month Clearance: SC clearance required or must be eligible On-call: Required once up to speed, currently 1 in 6 weeks We are looking for a Senior Python Developer with strong exposure to AWS, Terraform, CI/CD and secure software delivery to support a nationally critical healthcare integration and messaging platform. The role is primarily hands-on Python development, with responsibility for contributing to cloud-native platform work, improving CI/CD processes, supporting code quality gates, and helping ensure deployments meet security, technical and governance standards. Key Skills Strong Python application development experience AWS or wider public cloud experience Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools GitHub Actions or similar CI/CD tooling Secure SDLC and secure coding experience Observability, monitoring or logging tools Experience supporting complex production systems or incident investigations Responsibilities Develop secure, maintainable Python code Support cloud-native application development Improve CI/CD pipelines and code quality processes Work with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Support observability, monitoring and incident investigation Work with product teams on cloud and platform best practice Participate in the on-call rota once fully onboarded Nice to Have Platform engineering or DevOps team experience Experience building reusable IaC components or CI jobs Experience using static or dynamic security analysis tools This is a 6-month contract paying £450 per day Inside IR35 , mostly remote with travel to Leeds around once per month.
27/05/2026
Contractor
Senior Python Developer with Platform Engineering Exposure Rate: £450 per day Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months initially Start: ASAP Location: Mostly remote, with travel to Leeds around once per month Clearance: SC clearance required or must be eligible On-call: Required once up to speed, currently 1 in 6 weeks We are looking for a Senior Python Developer with strong exposure to AWS, Terraform, CI/CD and secure software delivery to support a nationally critical healthcare integration and messaging platform. The role is primarily hands-on Python development, with responsibility for contributing to cloud-native platform work, improving CI/CD processes, supporting code quality gates, and helping ensure deployments meet security, technical and governance standards. Key Skills Strong Python application development experience AWS or wider public cloud experience Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools GitHub Actions or similar CI/CD tooling Secure SDLC and secure coding experience Observability, monitoring or logging tools Experience supporting complex production systems or incident investigations Responsibilities Develop secure, maintainable Python code Support cloud-native application development Improve CI/CD pipelines and code quality processes Work with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Support observability, monitoring and incident investigation Work with product teams on cloud and platform best practice Participate in the on-call rota once fully onboarded Nice to Have Platform engineering or DevOps team experience Experience building reusable IaC components or CI jobs Experience using static or dynamic security analysis tools This is a 6-month contract paying £450 per day Inside IR35 , mostly remote with travel to Leeds around once per month.
An established engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join its growing civil engineering team. This is an opportunity to work on a broad range of infrastructure and development projects across both private and public sector clients. You will be involved in the delivery of infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design, working closely with multidisciplinary teams on a variety of development schemes. Key responsibilities: Producing highways and drainage designs Preparing 2D and 3D highway alignments Developing infrastructure models and technical drawings Managing smaller projects and supporting larger schemes Coordinating surveys and technical studies Supporting and mentoring junior engineers Liaising with clients and external stakeholders Preparing reports and technical documentation Assisting with site inspections and project supervision Essentials: Experience within civil infrastructure/highways design Strong working knowledge of Civils 3D and AutoCAD Experience with drainage design software such as MicroDrainage Understanding of SuDS, highways design, and infrastructure standards Knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, and relevant adoption agreements Ability to manage workloads and contribute within a project team Strong communication and problem-solving skills Desirable: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or similar Chartered or working toward professional accreditation Experience working within consultancy environments Knowledge of GIS software
27/05/2026
Full time
An established engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join its growing civil engineering team. This is an opportunity to work on a broad range of infrastructure and development projects across both private and public sector clients. You will be involved in the delivery of infrastructure designs from concept through to detailed design, working closely with multidisciplinary teams on a variety of development schemes. Key responsibilities: Producing highways and drainage designs Preparing 2D and 3D highway alignments Developing infrastructure models and technical drawings Managing smaller projects and supporting larger schemes Coordinating surveys and technical studies Supporting and mentoring junior engineers Liaising with clients and external stakeholders Preparing reports and technical documentation Assisting with site inspections and project supervision Essentials: Experience within civil infrastructure/highways design Strong working knowledge of Civils 3D and AutoCAD Experience with drainage design software such as MicroDrainage Understanding of SuDS, highways design, and infrastructure standards Knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, and relevant adoption agreements Ability to manage workloads and contribute within a project team Strong communication and problem-solving skills Desirable: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or similar Chartered or working toward professional accreditation Experience working within consultancy environments Knowledge of GIS software
There's a certain kind of role that doesn't come up often. One where you're not just handed a patch to manage, but genuinely trusted to shape it. Where the conversations are thoughtful, considered, and often complex. And where, quietly but very deliberately, you're prepared for something bigger. This is one of those roles.This is a specialist engineering business working in a high-assurance, highly regulated environment. The work they do isn't simple, customers rely on them because they get things right, technically, commercially, and operationally, and because they understand the weight of the decisions being made. Growth here is deliberate and well planned. And as that continues, they're now looking to bring in a Business Development Executive who's ready to step into a more rounded, more impactful position. This isn't about chasing quick wins or high-volume sales. It's about managing complex, often multi-layered sales cycles where credibility, detail and patience matter. You'll be working on opportunities that take time to develop, carefully navigating procurement processes, building relationships, and shaping solutions that genuinely meet customer needs. From the outset, you'll take ownership of the UK and European markets. That means nurturing existing relationships while also identifying and opening up new opportunities with large organisations operating in regulated and technically demanding environments. You'll spend time understanding their challenges, earning trust, and positioning the business as a long-term partner. A significant part of your role will revolve around bids and tenders. You'll identify opportunities early, coordinate input from across the business, and build well-structured, commercially sound proposals. It's a role that requires organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to keep momentum under pressure when deadlines are tight and expectations are high. Alongside delivery, there's a wider dimension to this role that makes it particularly interesting. You'll work closely with the Head of Business Development and Marketing, contributing to forecasting, planning and the overall direction of the function. Over time, you'll find yourself taking on more of this responsibility, naturally building towards a more senior position. You'll also play a part in supporting the surrounding team. It's a small, capable group, and you'll offer guidance to more junior colleagues, sharing knowledge, helping to maintain consistency, and ensuring the fundamentals are done well.Technically, this is a business where understanding the detail matters. You'll need to get to grips with a specialist product and service offering and feel comfortable discussing it with knowledgeable stakeholders, whether that's in a meeting, a presentation or as part of a tender process. You don't need to know everything on day one, but you do need the curiosity and ability to learn quickly. The role is based in Lincoln, with regular UK and international travel, meeting customers, attending events, and representing the business externally. In terms of background, you'll likely already be operating in a technical sales or business development role within a high-value, high-assurance environment. That might be engineering, manufacturing, defence, infrastructure, aerospace, energy, or any setting where compliance, precision and structured procurement are part of the landscape. You'll be comfortable managing longer sales cycles, building detailed proposals, and navigating complex stakeholder environments. Just as importantly, you'll know how to build relationships, communicate with confidence, and bring people with you, both internally and externally. What matters most, though, is your trajectory. This role is designed for someone who's ready for the next step, someone who wants to broaden their impact, take on more responsibility, and grow into a senior leadership role in time. This role is a genuinely exciting step for the right person. Contacy Will Taylor at Hays in Lincoln for more information. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
27/05/2026
Full time
There's a certain kind of role that doesn't come up often. One where you're not just handed a patch to manage, but genuinely trusted to shape it. Where the conversations are thoughtful, considered, and often complex. And where, quietly but very deliberately, you're prepared for something bigger. This is one of those roles.This is a specialist engineering business working in a high-assurance, highly regulated environment. The work they do isn't simple, customers rely on them because they get things right, technically, commercially, and operationally, and because they understand the weight of the decisions being made. Growth here is deliberate and well planned. And as that continues, they're now looking to bring in a Business Development Executive who's ready to step into a more rounded, more impactful position. This isn't about chasing quick wins or high-volume sales. It's about managing complex, often multi-layered sales cycles where credibility, detail and patience matter. You'll be working on opportunities that take time to develop, carefully navigating procurement processes, building relationships, and shaping solutions that genuinely meet customer needs. From the outset, you'll take ownership of the UK and European markets. That means nurturing existing relationships while also identifying and opening up new opportunities with large organisations operating in regulated and technically demanding environments. You'll spend time understanding their challenges, earning trust, and positioning the business as a long-term partner. A significant part of your role will revolve around bids and tenders. You'll identify opportunities early, coordinate input from across the business, and build well-structured, commercially sound proposals. It's a role that requires organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to keep momentum under pressure when deadlines are tight and expectations are high. Alongside delivery, there's a wider dimension to this role that makes it particularly interesting. You'll work closely with the Head of Business Development and Marketing, contributing to forecasting, planning and the overall direction of the function. Over time, you'll find yourself taking on more of this responsibility, naturally building towards a more senior position. You'll also play a part in supporting the surrounding team. It's a small, capable group, and you'll offer guidance to more junior colleagues, sharing knowledge, helping to maintain consistency, and ensuring the fundamentals are done well.Technically, this is a business where understanding the detail matters. You'll need to get to grips with a specialist product and service offering and feel comfortable discussing it with knowledgeable stakeholders, whether that's in a meeting, a presentation or as part of a tender process. You don't need to know everything on day one, but you do need the curiosity and ability to learn quickly. The role is based in Lincoln, with regular UK and international travel, meeting customers, attending events, and representing the business externally. In terms of background, you'll likely already be operating in a technical sales or business development role within a high-value, high-assurance environment. That might be engineering, manufacturing, defence, infrastructure, aerospace, energy, or any setting where compliance, precision and structured procurement are part of the landscape. You'll be comfortable managing longer sales cycles, building detailed proposals, and navigating complex stakeholder environments. Just as importantly, you'll know how to build relationships, communicate with confidence, and bring people with you, both internally and externally. What matters most, though, is your trajectory. This role is designed for someone who's ready for the next step, someone who wants to broaden their impact, take on more responsibility, and grow into a senior leadership role in time. This role is a genuinely exciting step for the right person. Contacy Will Taylor at Hays in Lincoln for more information. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
