Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2026 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the No. 1 institution in the UK and Europe, and second globally, for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held global first and second positions in Performing Arts for five successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the rankings in 2024.
The IT Department is seeking to appoint a Senior IT Service Desk Engineer. The post-holder will be part of the wider IT support function, with responsibility for providing advanced technical assistance to staff, students and professors. Alongside resolving complex incidents and contributing to infrastructure and process improvements, the Senior IT Service Desk Engineer will help ensure the reliable delivery of day‑to‑day IT services and support the implementation of longer‑term projects.
This is a key technical role, providing 3rd‑line support, acting as an escalation point for complex issues, and helping to ensure the smooth delivery of IT services across the College. The post‑holder will work closely with colleagues across IT and the wider RCM community, supporting a broad range of technologies including Windows 10/11, Office 365, telephony, mobile devices, cloud services and specialist platforms. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to project work, and service desk development, including mentoring junior engineers and building specialist expertise. A friendly, helpful and flexible approach is essential, as is a genuine enjoyment of helping people solve technical problems.
This post is offered on a permanent, full-time basis and is immediately available.
Job reference number: 804-26
Closing date: 9am Monday 15 June 2026
Interview date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Salary: Grade 6, £34,350 - £37,968 per annum. Appointments will normally be made to the first point of the grade.
For full details of this position please read the Applicant Information Pack, available to download from the RCM website: www.rcm.ac.uk/jobs
To apply, please complete our 1) Application form and 2) Equal Opportunities form (available to download from the RCM website) and submit in Word or PDF format by email to recruitment@rcm.ac.uk
CVs without an application form will not be accepted. Please ensure that you include the Job Reference Number when submitting your application.
The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
04/06/2026
Full time
Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2026 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the No. 1 institution in the UK and Europe, and second globally, for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held global first and second positions in Performing Arts for five successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the rankings in 2024.
The IT Department is seeking to appoint a Senior IT Service Desk Engineer. The post-holder will be part of the wider IT support function, with responsibility for providing advanced technical assistance to staff, students and professors. Alongside resolving complex incidents and contributing to infrastructure and process improvements, the Senior IT Service Desk Engineer will help ensure the reliable delivery of day‑to‑day IT services and support the implementation of longer‑term projects.
This is a key technical role, providing 3rd‑line support, acting as an escalation point for complex issues, and helping to ensure the smooth delivery of IT services across the College. The post‑holder will work closely with colleagues across IT and the wider RCM community, supporting a broad range of technologies including Windows 10/11, Office 365, telephony, mobile devices, cloud services and specialist platforms. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to project work, and service desk development, including mentoring junior engineers and building specialist expertise. A friendly, helpful and flexible approach is essential, as is a genuine enjoyment of helping people solve technical problems.
This post is offered on a permanent, full-time basis and is immediately available.
Job reference number: 804-26
Closing date: 9am Monday 15 June 2026
Interview date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Salary: Grade 6, £34,350 - £37,968 per annum. Appointments will normally be made to the first point of the grade.
For full details of this position please read the Applicant Information Pack, available to download from the RCM website: www.rcm.ac.uk/jobs
To apply, please complete our 1) Application form and 2) Equal Opportunities form (available to download from the RCM website) and submit in Word or PDF format by email to recruitment@rcm.ac.uk
CVs without an application form will not be accepted. Please ensure that you include the Job Reference Number when submitting your application.
The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
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.
Business Development Manager (Controls & Automation) 50,000 - 55,000 + Commission + Car Allowance of 5,100 + 25 days holiday Field-based / Midlands / South of UK Are you a technically experienced Business Development Manager from an automation services background looking to work for one of the UK's leading providers of water pump solutions? Would you like to work for a company that is part of a global business offering progression and training with excellent earning opportunities? On offer is a new business development role for a growing business that supplies household brand names such as Whitbread, Tesco, and Travelodge. You will have technical sales experience and will be part of the growing projects and engineering division, whilst demonstrating a track record of bringing in new business. Ideally, from a new business sales background, you will be keen for an opportunity with a leading UK business and be part of its continued growth and success. The role: Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities within the MEICA sector Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential clients, projects, and partnerships Assess industry trends and competitors to identify new opportunities Drive sales activities by generating leads, conducting presentations, and securing business deals Work with marketing and sales teams to develop strategies for lead generation and market penetration Prepare and deliver technical proposals and presentations to prospective clients The person: Experience in business development or sales, within an engineering or technical services environment Experience selling services and solutions If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Reference Number: BBBH25059D We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
13/06/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager (Controls & Automation) 50,000 - 55,000 + Commission + Car Allowance of 5,100 + 25 days holiday Field-based / Midlands / South of UK Are you a technically experienced Business Development Manager from an automation services background looking to work for one of the UK's leading providers of water pump solutions? Would you like to work for a company that is part of a global business offering progression and training with excellent earning opportunities? On offer is a new business development role for a growing business that supplies household brand names such as Whitbread, Tesco, and Travelodge. You will have technical sales experience and will be part of the growing projects and engineering division, whilst demonstrating a track record of bringing in new business. Ideally, from a new business sales background, you will be keen for an opportunity with a leading UK business and be part of its continued growth and success. The role: Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities within the MEICA sector Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential clients, projects, and partnerships Assess industry trends and competitors to identify new opportunities Drive sales activities by generating leads, conducting presentations, and securing business deals Work with marketing and sales teams to develop strategies for lead generation and market penetration Prepare and deliver technical proposals and presentations to prospective clients The person: Experience in business development or sales, within an engineering or technical services environment Experience selling services and solutions If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Reference Number: BBBH25059D We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Controls & Automation Engineer 45,000 - 55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + Early Finish Fridays + Relocation Support Are you an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real impact? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team, working on a complex, 24/7 operational site where no two days are the same. This role combines technical problem-solving, project work, and leadership - giving you the chance to drive improvements, mentor others and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly. What You'll Be Doing You'll be at the heart of operations, responsible for maintaining and improving control systems to minimise downtime and maximise performance. Your responsibilities will include: Troubleshooting and resolving complex control system issues Maintaining and enhancing PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems Leading and delivering engineering and automation projects Supporting site operations and ensuring rapid recovery from breakdowns Driving continuous improvement across control systems and equipment Managing contractors and working closely with internal teams Mentoring and coaching engineers, technicians, and apprentices What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Essential: Electrical and instrumentation knowledge Experience with PLC, HMI and SCADA systems PLC programming skills HND (or higher) in an engineering discipline Strong verbal and written communication skills Desirable: Experience in a COMAH or heavy industrial environment Understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation Leadership, mentoring or coaching experience What You'll Get in Return 45,000 - 55,000 salary Bonus scheme (up to 2x target) 24-hour responsibility payment ( 3,150 per annum) 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays Company pension contribution (4%-9%) Life assurance (6x salary) Private medical insurance or healthcare cash plan plus dental scheme Onsite gym and wellbeing initiatives Employee Assistance Programme Education support grant ( 1,000 per child in university, paid annually) Cycle to Work scheme Employee rewards, recognition and discount programmes Additional benefits: Sign-on bonus (equivalent to one month's salary) Relocation support up to 8,000 Three months' rent covered Working Hours Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm (early finish every week) How to Apply: To apply for the role of Controls & Automation Engineer, please submit your CV direct for review or reach out to Georgie Ireland at E3 Recruitment for more information.
13/06/2026
Full time
Controls & Automation Engineer 45,000 - 55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + Early Finish Fridays + Relocation Support Are you an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real impact? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team, working on a complex, 24/7 operational site where no two days are the same. This role combines technical problem-solving, project work, and leadership - giving you the chance to drive improvements, mentor others and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly. What You'll Be Doing You'll be at the heart of operations, responsible for maintaining and improving control systems to minimise downtime and maximise performance. Your responsibilities will include: Troubleshooting and resolving complex control system issues Maintaining and enhancing PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems Leading and delivering engineering and automation projects Supporting site operations and ensuring rapid recovery from breakdowns Driving continuous improvement across control systems and equipment Managing contractors and working closely with internal teams Mentoring and coaching engineers, technicians, and apprentices What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Essential: Electrical and instrumentation knowledge Experience with PLC, HMI and SCADA systems PLC programming skills HND (or higher) in an engineering discipline Strong verbal and written communication skills Desirable: Experience in a COMAH or heavy industrial environment Understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation Leadership, mentoring or coaching experience What You'll Get in Return 45,000 - 55,000 salary Bonus scheme (up to 2x target) 24-hour responsibility payment ( 3,150 per annum) 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays Company pension contribution (4%-9%) Life assurance (6x salary) Private medical insurance or healthcare cash plan plus dental scheme Onsite gym and wellbeing initiatives Employee Assistance Programme Education support grant ( 1,000 per child in university, paid annually) Cycle to Work scheme Employee rewards, recognition and discount programmes Additional benefits: Sign-on bonus (equivalent to one month's salary) Relocation support up to 8,000 Three months' rent covered Working Hours Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm (early finish every week) How to Apply: To apply for the role of Controls & Automation Engineer, please submit your CV direct for review or reach out to Georgie Ireland at E3 Recruitment for more information.
Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our consultancy client on a Central Government project for an initial 12 month contracted located in London (hybrid) Vacancy: Network Engineer What You'll Be Doing Network Architecture Design: Designing and implementing multi-tenant virtual private networks, including complex routing, peering, and internal IP address management (IPAM). Hybrid & Private Connectivity: Configuring resilient site-to-site connectivity, including encrypted tunnels and dedicated private interconnects between distributed locations and central data centers. Load Balancing & DNS Management: Implementing sophisticated load balancing solutions for high-traffic applications and managing secure, private DNS zones and forwarding policies. Containerised Networking: Setting up and securing networking for Kubernetes (GKE), including private control planes, network policies, and specialised alias IP ranges. In particular, Istio Service Mesh. Network Observability: Utilising advanced diagnostic tools and flow logs to monitor network health, visualise throughput, and perform deep-packet troubleshooting. What You'll Bring Proven experience in designing and managing complex, resilient network architectures in a cloud or hybrid context. Ability to adapt core networking expertise to the specific constraints of secure, air-gapped, or distributed environments. Strong interpersonal skills to build trust across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirables: Current, non-expired Professional Cloud Network Engineer certification. Background in technology delivery across cyber security, digital services, or infrastructure domains. Experience with tooling commonly used in secure government contexts (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Gitlab). Experience working in air-gapped or disconnected environments with little or no internet connectivity Working on OFFICIAL/SECRET/TOP SECRET projects. NB: Applicant should be willing/be eligible to undertake SC & DV level vetting. To Apply, please submit latest CV.
13/06/2026
Contractor
Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our consultancy client on a Central Government project for an initial 12 month contracted located in London (hybrid) Vacancy: Network Engineer What You'll Be Doing Network Architecture Design: Designing and implementing multi-tenant virtual private networks, including complex routing, peering, and internal IP address management (IPAM). Hybrid & Private Connectivity: Configuring resilient site-to-site connectivity, including encrypted tunnels and dedicated private interconnects between distributed locations and central data centers. Load Balancing & DNS Management: Implementing sophisticated load balancing solutions for high-traffic applications and managing secure, private DNS zones and forwarding policies. Containerised Networking: Setting up and securing networking for Kubernetes (GKE), including private control planes, network policies, and specialised alias IP ranges. In particular, Istio Service Mesh. Network Observability: Utilising advanced diagnostic tools and flow logs to monitor network health, visualise throughput, and perform deep-packet troubleshooting. What You'll Bring Proven experience in designing and managing complex, resilient network architectures in a cloud or hybrid context. Ability to adapt core networking expertise to the specific constraints of secure, air-gapped, or distributed environments. Strong interpersonal skills to build trust across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirables: Current, non-expired Professional Cloud Network Engineer certification. Background in technology delivery across cyber security, digital services, or infrastructure domains. Experience with tooling commonly used in secure government contexts (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Gitlab). Experience working in air-gapped or disconnected environments with little or no internet connectivity Working on OFFICIAL/SECRET/TOP SECRET projects. NB: Applicant should be willing/be eligible to undertake SC & DV level vetting. To Apply, please submit latest CV.
Due to continued successful growth, a £15M turnover subsidiary of a $ multi-billion organisation based in Cambridgeshire, is seeking a Test Engineer to work closely with the Technical Project Manager and wider teams within the business on all bespoke product and process development projects. You ll have the the opportunity for personal development and career growth within a broad and varied role that includes both hands-on and fixture testing, process and validating materials, performance, user experience, analysis reporting, lab work, bench marking competitors with potential domestic and international travel for technical support to stakeholders including annual trade events in the near future. Due to the nature of this role as a Test Engineer you will be very hands on working with machinery and tools including moderate-heavy lifting at times. You ll possess an eye for detail with good MS Office skills for analysis and reporting with a positive attitude and approach, keenness to learn, good communications skills with a good sense of humour. You ll ideally have a degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, although this is not essential as relevant training will be provided. We re looking for someone with a genuine interest in process and product development and a willingness to learn. You ll gain hands-on experience working within a manufacturing Test Engineer environment and on production machinery to understand how the product is made. This practical exposure will provide valuable insight into the process and help set you up for success in the role Responsibilities Include: Create and make recommendations to the Technical Project Manager prioritising projects Manage work plans and revise to meet targets and needs of the business Work closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to establish robust test criteria Ensure consistency in evaluation and reporting projects are maintained and accounting if required Work closely with the New Product Development team to ensure products are evaluated prior to launch Support the Sales and Marketing team with product performance statistics that aids sales growth Provide full support to the Technical Manager to deliver and contribute to the operating overheads Support the Technical Project Manager and Manufacturing team in developing and executing strategy Ensure that all tooling and machinery is operated in line with relevant H&S criteria Promote and maintain a safe and clean tidy approach to all work situations in line with company policy Competitive benefits package includes generally a four-day working week, Monday to Thursday 7am to 5pm, BUPA, Pension, 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays, work cloths and safety boots provided, discounts on products, spec savers, Cycle scheme, Gym and Christmas shut down, free parking, free drinks provided on site and discretionary annual bonus. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate, fun and innovative company that continually strives to push boundaries and maintain the respect and trust of their Customers and co-workers.
13/06/2026
Full time
Due to continued successful growth, a £15M turnover subsidiary of a $ multi-billion organisation based in Cambridgeshire, is seeking a Test Engineer to work closely with the Technical Project Manager and wider teams within the business on all bespoke product and process development projects. You ll have the the opportunity for personal development and career growth within a broad and varied role that includes both hands-on and fixture testing, process and validating materials, performance, user experience, analysis reporting, lab work, bench marking competitors with potential domestic and international travel for technical support to stakeholders including annual trade events in the near future. Due to the nature of this role as a Test Engineer you will be very hands on working with machinery and tools including moderate-heavy lifting at times. You ll possess an eye for detail with good MS Office skills for analysis and reporting with a positive attitude and approach, keenness to learn, good communications skills with a good sense of humour. You ll ideally have a degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, although this is not essential as relevant training will be provided. We re looking for someone with a genuine interest in process and product development and a willingness to learn. You ll gain hands-on experience working within a manufacturing Test Engineer environment and on production machinery to understand how the product is made. This practical exposure will provide valuable insight into the process and help set you up for success in the role Responsibilities Include: Create and make recommendations to the Technical Project Manager prioritising projects Manage work plans and revise to meet targets and needs of the business Work closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to establish robust test criteria Ensure consistency in evaluation and reporting projects are maintained and accounting if required Work closely with the New Product Development team to ensure products are evaluated prior to launch Support the Sales and Marketing team with product performance statistics that aids sales growth Provide full support to the Technical Manager to deliver and contribute to the operating overheads Support the Technical Project Manager and Manufacturing team in developing and executing strategy Ensure that all tooling and machinery is operated in line with relevant H&S criteria Promote and maintain a safe and clean tidy approach to all work situations in line with company policy Competitive benefits package includes generally a four-day working week, Monday to Thursday 7am to 5pm, BUPA, Pension, 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays, work cloths and safety boots provided, discounts on products, spec savers, Cycle scheme, Gym and Christmas shut down, free parking, free drinks provided on site and discretionary annual bonus. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate, fun and innovative company that continually strives to push boundaries and maintain the respect and trust of their Customers and co-workers.
DevOps Lead - AI-Enabled Software Engineering Location: Reading (Hybrid) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and hands-on DevOps Lead to join a leading digital infrastructure organisation undergoing significant technology transformation. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing software engineering team while driving the adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the software delivery lifecycle. As DevOps Lead, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction, owning the engineering roadmap, and ensuring the successful delivery and ongoing support of bespoke cloud-based applications. You will combine strong leadership capabilities with hands-on software development experience, leveraging modern AI-powered engineering tools to improve delivery speed, quality, and developer productivity. The Opportunity You will lead an Agile software development team comprising engineers, analysts, and QA specialists responsible for building and maintaining business-critical applications for internal users, customers, and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering best practices, modernise development processes, and drive innovation through AI-enabled software delivery. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Delivery Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team in an Agile environment. Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive the successful delivery of cloud-based applications and digital initiatives. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to manage priorities, expectations, risks, and dependencies. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality. Technical Ownership Own the end-to-end technology stack including frontend, backend, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, performance, and security standards. Champion DevOps best practices including automation, monitoring, observability, and operational excellence. Maintain robust security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance standards. AI-Assisted Engineering Act as a hands-on contributor to software development activities. Drive adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and code generation platforms. Establish best practices for safe, secure, and effective AI-assisted development. Embed AI-enabled workflows across design, coding, testing, documentation, and knowledge management. Ensure AI-generated outputs meet engineering, security, and architectural standards. Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance engineering productivity and delivery capability. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience leading software engineering or DevOps teams. Strong background delivering cloud-native applications within Agile environments. Experience with public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of full-stack development, APIs, databases, and software architecture. Expertise with source control, CI/CD automation, and DevOps tooling such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies. Experience implementing monitoring, observability, and operational support practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools and integrating them into engineering workflows. Desirable Experience Experience establishing AI governance and secure AI development standards. Exposure to integrating AI tooling into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes. Understanding of prompt engineering, code validation, and AI risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or security-conscious environments. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering within a technology-driven organisation. You'll have the autonomy to influence technical strategy, lead a talented team, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI-assisted development practices while delivering solutions that have a significant business impact. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
13/06/2026
Full time
DevOps Lead - AI-Enabled Software Engineering Location: Reading (Hybrid) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and hands-on DevOps Lead to join a leading digital infrastructure organisation undergoing significant technology transformation. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing software engineering team while driving the adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the software delivery lifecycle. As DevOps Lead, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction, owning the engineering roadmap, and ensuring the successful delivery and ongoing support of bespoke cloud-based applications. You will combine strong leadership capabilities with hands-on software development experience, leveraging modern AI-powered engineering tools to improve delivery speed, quality, and developer productivity. The Opportunity You will lead an Agile software development team comprising engineers, analysts, and QA specialists responsible for building and maintaining business-critical applications for internal users, customers, and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering best practices, modernise development processes, and drive innovation through AI-enabled software delivery. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Delivery Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team in an Agile environment. Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive the successful delivery of cloud-based applications and digital initiatives. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to manage priorities, expectations, risks, and dependencies. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality. Technical Ownership Own the end-to-end technology stack including frontend, backend, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, performance, and security standards. Champion DevOps best practices including automation, monitoring, observability, and operational excellence. Maintain robust security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance standards. AI-Assisted Engineering Act as a hands-on contributor to software development activities. Drive adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and code generation platforms. Establish best practices for safe, secure, and effective AI-assisted development. Embed AI-enabled workflows across design, coding, testing, documentation, and knowledge management. Ensure AI-generated outputs meet engineering, security, and architectural standards. Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance engineering productivity and delivery capability. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience leading software engineering or DevOps teams. Strong background delivering cloud-native applications within Agile environments. Experience with public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of full-stack development, APIs, databases, and software architecture. Expertise with source control, CI/CD automation, and DevOps tooling such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies. Experience implementing monitoring, observability, and operational support practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools and integrating them into engineering workflows. Desirable Experience Experience establishing AI governance and secure AI development standards. Exposure to integrating AI tooling into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes. Understanding of prompt engineering, code validation, and AI risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or security-conscious environments. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering within a technology-driven organisation. You'll have the autonomy to influence technical strategy, lead a talented team, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI-assisted development practices while delivering solutions that have a significant business impact. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
13/06/2026
Full time
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
13/06/2026
Full time
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Want to join a company that is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance minimum 5 years UK residency Working: On site Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. Senior Test Development Engineer This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise within a strong R&D environment. As the team continues to grow, there will also be clear opportunities for progression into more senior roles. In this position, you will be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification, validation, and lifecycle support of test equipment at board, sub-system, and system level. You will contribute to advanced technologies supporting Control Actuation Systems, Guidance Electronics, and GPS Anti-Jamming capabilities across land, sea, air, and space domains. Key Responsibilities Design and develop functional test equipment for electronic systems Lead and support hardware and software integration, including troubleshooting activities Provide lifecycle and production support, including issue resolution and obsolescence management Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust and scalable test solutions Lead design reviews and produce high-quality technical documentation Mentor and support the development of junior engineers Essential Skills & Experience Test development hardware design Creation of wiring schedules System interface design Working knowledge of NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand Strong technical documentation skills Experience handing over designs into production environments Excellent hardware troubleshooting capability Experience supporting and debugging system integration Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (minimum BPSS) Desirable Experience Significant industry experience in test development Knowledge of PXI/LXI test architectures Understanding of measurement uncertainty and its application Experience with LabVIEW, CVI, TestStand, and C# Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.
13/06/2026
Full time
Want to join a company that is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance minimum 5 years UK residency Working: On site Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. Senior Test Development Engineer This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise within a strong R&D environment. As the team continues to grow, there will also be clear opportunities for progression into more senior roles. In this position, you will be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification, validation, and lifecycle support of test equipment at board, sub-system, and system level. You will contribute to advanced technologies supporting Control Actuation Systems, Guidance Electronics, and GPS Anti-Jamming capabilities across land, sea, air, and space domains. Key Responsibilities Design and develop functional test equipment for electronic systems Lead and support hardware and software integration, including troubleshooting activities Provide lifecycle and production support, including issue resolution and obsolescence management Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust and scalable test solutions Lead design reviews and produce high-quality technical documentation Mentor and support the development of junior engineers Essential Skills & Experience Test development hardware design Creation of wiring schedules System interface design Working knowledge of NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand Strong technical documentation skills Experience handing over designs into production environments Excellent hardware troubleshooting capability Experience supporting and debugging system integration Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (minimum BPSS) Desirable Experience Significant industry experience in test development Knowledge of PXI/LXI test architectures Understanding of measurement uncertainty and its application Experience with LabVIEW, CVI, TestStand, and C# Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.
Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms) 75,000 - 90,000 + Company Benefits + Progression + Hybrid + Company Bonus + DV Clearance Sponsorship Redhill - Hybrid Are you a Software Developer with a Telecommunications background looking to step into a high-impact role building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients, with full DV clearance sponsorship? Do you want to work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms that power global defence operations, while developing your expertise in Linux, networking, and modern full-stack technologies? This leading provider of satellite communications and IT solutions delivers secure, innovative services to clients across the Defence and Maritime sectors. With over 50 years of sustained growth and a global workforce of more than 250 employees, the company is continuing to expand and is now looking to strengthen its Enterprise Systems Engineering team with an experienced Developer. In this security cleared role, you will lead a small team of developers solving the industry's most complex technical challenges. You will develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions for next-generation satellite communication networks, working across technologies including Python, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL, while supporting CI/CD pipelines, Agile development projects and complex escalated issues. The ideal candidate will have a background in the telecommunications industry, with strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems, alongside experience with programming languages and technologies such as Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS. The Role: Develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions Lead and support a small development team Work with Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL Manage CI/CD pipelines, BitBucket and JIRA Support VoIP, networking and escalated technical issues Lead a team of 2 developers The Person: Software Developer with a Telecommunications or Networking background Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems Experience with Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS Experience with Linux, MySQL and CI/CD environments Eligible for DV clearance and secure government projects (British National) Reference: BBBH25225A Software Development, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Linux, Debian, Ubuntu, Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, MySQL, Apache, CI/CD, BitBucket, JIRA, TCP/IP, VoIP, Networking, Agile, SCRUM, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Secure Networks, Defence, DV Clearance, Satcoms, WAN/LAN, Redhill, Surrey, London If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
13/06/2026
Full time
Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms) 75,000 - 90,000 + Company Benefits + Progression + Hybrid + Company Bonus + DV Clearance Sponsorship Redhill - Hybrid Are you a Software Developer with a Telecommunications background looking to step into a high-impact role building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients, with full DV clearance sponsorship? Do you want to work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms that power global defence operations, while developing your expertise in Linux, networking, and modern full-stack technologies? This leading provider of satellite communications and IT solutions delivers secure, innovative services to clients across the Defence and Maritime sectors. With over 50 years of sustained growth and a global workforce of more than 250 employees, the company is continuing to expand and is now looking to strengthen its Enterprise Systems Engineering team with an experienced Developer. In this security cleared role, you will lead a small team of developers solving the industry's most complex technical challenges. You will develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions for next-generation satellite communication networks, working across technologies including Python, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL, while supporting CI/CD pipelines, Agile development projects and complex escalated issues. The ideal candidate will have a background in the telecommunications industry, with strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems, alongside experience with programming languages and technologies such as Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS. The Role: Develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions Lead and support a small development team Work with Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL Manage CI/CD pipelines, BitBucket and JIRA Support VoIP, networking and escalated technical issues Lead a team of 2 developers The Person: Software Developer with a Telecommunications or Networking background Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems Experience with Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS Experience with Linux, MySQL and CI/CD environments Eligible for DV clearance and secure government projects (British National) Reference: BBBH25225A Software Development, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Linux, Debian, Ubuntu, Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, MySQL, Apache, CI/CD, BitBucket, JIRA, TCP/IP, VoIP, Networking, Agile, SCRUM, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Secure Networks, Defence, DV Clearance, Satcoms, WAN/LAN, Redhill, Surrey, London If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Lancaster, Lancashire
Software Engineer (Object-Oriented Programming) Highly Competitive Salary + Hybrid + 25 Days Holiday + Training + Progression + Benefits Lancaster, Lancashire Are you a Software Engineer from an OOP background looking to working at the bleeding edge of satellite communication where you'll be developing from scratch for the defense sector? Do you want to work along side a longstanding, highly skilled team of engineers where you'll be working on complex projects and developing computer vision algorithms? In this highly autonomous role you will be responsible for the development of computer vision algorithms and developing complex software from scratch. This company pride themselves on a build-first approach, with short development cycles alongside mechanical, hardware, electronics and product teams to deliver tangible products. Right on the doorstep of the outstandingly beautiful Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, this company was established over three decades ago and has built a strong, long-lasting foundation in a niche and profitable industry. They supply positioning, navigation and timing technology across the Defence, Aerospace, Marine, Automotive and Security industries and are known for solving complex issues within satellite communication and system integration. This role would suit a Software Engineer from an OOP background looking to work on highly complex projects within an highly skilled team of technical experts. The Role: Building and integrating computer vision algorithms Integrating sensors and IoT devices Support junior and graduate members of the team to build their skillsets Autonomy to lead complex projects and have a strong stake in decision making Work from home on Friday and flexible working The Person: Software Engineer Background in Object-Oriented Programming Job Reference: BBBH 25049a If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
13/06/2026
Full time
Software Engineer (Object-Oriented Programming) Highly Competitive Salary + Hybrid + 25 Days Holiday + Training + Progression + Benefits Lancaster, Lancashire Are you a Software Engineer from an OOP background looking to working at the bleeding edge of satellite communication where you'll be developing from scratch for the defense sector? Do you want to work along side a longstanding, highly skilled team of engineers where you'll be working on complex projects and developing computer vision algorithms? In this highly autonomous role you will be responsible for the development of computer vision algorithms and developing complex software from scratch. This company pride themselves on a build-first approach, with short development cycles alongside mechanical, hardware, electronics and product teams to deliver tangible products. Right on the doorstep of the outstandingly beautiful Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, this company was established over three decades ago and has built a strong, long-lasting foundation in a niche and profitable industry. They supply positioning, navigation and timing technology across the Defence, Aerospace, Marine, Automotive and Security industries and are known for solving complex issues within satellite communication and system integration. This role would suit a Software Engineer from an OOP background looking to work on highly complex projects within an highly skilled team of technical experts. The Role: Building and integrating computer vision algorithms Integrating sensors and IoT devices Support junior and graduate members of the team to build their skillsets Autonomy to lead complex projects and have a strong stake in decision making Work from home on Friday and flexible working The Person: Software Engineer Background in Object-Oriented Programming Job Reference: BBBH 25049a If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
SQL Database Infrastructure Engineer 12 Month FTC Salary upto 52,000 PA, Plus 17.5% Bonus & Fantastic Benefits Package Location: Hybrid working - Travel to Warwickshire as required - Candidates UK wide can be considered Are you an experienced Infrastructure/Database professional with a background in SQL, Oracle and PostgreSQL? A superb Fixed Term Contract opportunity has become available with our leading financial services client to provide technical ownership of the Database Estate, maintain its stability, and ensure secure and robust solutions. As a highly accomplished SQL SME, your key dutes will include - Provide technical advisory support for projects and respond to database related P1, P2 and P3 incidents. Review and approve change requests across the database estate, assess potential impacts, and communicate detailed reviews to stakeholders. Assess database performance, recommend improvements, define guardrails and build standards, and ensure third party providers comply. Evaluate and advise on consolidation opportunities and cost savings across the database environment. Represent the team on the Change Advisory Board (CAB) to evaluate, prioritise, approve or reject changes to the Network infrastructure. Collaborate with external IT partners and vendors to drive service improvements. The successful candidate will be an SME in SQL and possess experience in: Microsoft SQL - essential Oracle and PostgreSQL - preferable Database migrations and consolidation - essential Database observability and troubleshooting - essential Cloud technologies (Azure SQL, PaaS) - essential Governance or architectural practices within a regulated industry - advantageous If your profile demonstrates strong and recent experience in the above areas - please submit your application to Jackie Dean at TXP for consideration.
13/06/2026
Seasonal
SQL Database Infrastructure Engineer 12 Month FTC Salary upto 52,000 PA, Plus 17.5% Bonus & Fantastic Benefits Package Location: Hybrid working - Travel to Warwickshire as required - Candidates UK wide can be considered Are you an experienced Infrastructure/Database professional with a background in SQL, Oracle and PostgreSQL? A superb Fixed Term Contract opportunity has become available with our leading financial services client to provide technical ownership of the Database Estate, maintain its stability, and ensure secure and robust solutions. As a highly accomplished SQL SME, your key dutes will include - Provide technical advisory support for projects and respond to database related P1, P2 and P3 incidents. Review and approve change requests across the database estate, assess potential impacts, and communicate detailed reviews to stakeholders. Assess database performance, recommend improvements, define guardrails and build standards, and ensure third party providers comply. Evaluate and advise on consolidation opportunities and cost savings across the database environment. Represent the team on the Change Advisory Board (CAB) to evaluate, prioritise, approve or reject changes to the Network infrastructure. Collaborate with external IT partners and vendors to drive service improvements. The successful candidate will be an SME in SQL and possess experience in: Microsoft SQL - essential Oracle and PostgreSQL - preferable Database migrations and consolidation - essential Database observability and troubleshooting - essential Cloud technologies (Azure SQL, PaaS) - essential Governance or architectural practices within a regulated industry - advantageous If your profile demonstrates strong and recent experience in the above areas - please submit your application to Jackie Dean at TXP for consideration.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Northolt, Middlesex
Full Stack Developer (.NET / C#) 53,000 - 58,000 + Company Benefits + WFH 2 / 3 days a week + 1:30pm Finish on a Friday Northolt, London Are you a Full Stack Developer from a .NET and C# background, with an understanding of JavaScript and C++, looking for an autonomous position where you will be the go-to technical expert? Do you want a Hybrid role where you'll be working on cutting-edge water harvesting technology and be an integral part in the move towards smart device integration, responsible for projects from concept to completion? In this role you will be responsible for maintaining and integrating a webapp that uses IoT sensors and databases to automate smart equipment used in the recycling of rainwater. This is a Hybrid role based out of Holborn, London, with the opportunity to work from home up to 3 days per week. This company are the go-to experts in their technical niche. Specialising in the renewables sector, they develop and manufacture equipment used to recycle waste water. With installations across the UK with major blue-chip clients, they are constantly improving their product and you will play a pivotal role in bringing a new system to market. This role would suit a Full Stack Developer from a .NET and C# background, with knowledge of JavaScript and C++, looking for an autonomous, hybrid role within the renewables sector. The Role: Maintaining and improving a .NET web app Offering first line support customers to resolve technical issues Configure and Integrate IoT devices into control panels Remotely supporting field engineers with technical enquiries Hybrid working up to 3 Days at home, 40-hour work week The Person: Full Stack Developer .NET, C#, JavaScript and C++ background Job Reference: BBBH 25255 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
13/06/2026
Full time
Full Stack Developer (.NET / C#) 53,000 - 58,000 + Company Benefits + WFH 2 / 3 days a week + 1:30pm Finish on a Friday Northolt, London Are you a Full Stack Developer from a .NET and C# background, with an understanding of JavaScript and C++, looking for an autonomous position where you will be the go-to technical expert? Do you want a Hybrid role where you'll be working on cutting-edge water harvesting technology and be an integral part in the move towards smart device integration, responsible for projects from concept to completion? In this role you will be responsible for maintaining and integrating a webapp that uses IoT sensors and databases to automate smart equipment used in the recycling of rainwater. This is a Hybrid role based out of Holborn, London, with the opportunity to work from home up to 3 days per week. This company are the go-to experts in their technical niche. Specialising in the renewables sector, they develop and manufacture equipment used to recycle waste water. With installations across the UK with major blue-chip clients, they are constantly improving their product and you will play a pivotal role in bringing a new system to market. This role would suit a Full Stack Developer from a .NET and C# background, with knowledge of JavaScript and C++, looking for an autonomous, hybrid role within the renewables sector. The Role: Maintaining and improving a .NET web app Offering first line support customers to resolve technical issues Configure and Integrate IoT devices into control panels Remotely supporting field engineers with technical enquiries Hybrid working up to 3 Days at home, 40-hour work week The Person: Full Stack Developer .NET, C#, JavaScript and C++ background Job Reference: BBBH 25255 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Principal Engineer - Fortinet When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7. Reporting into the Head of Focal Engineering, the Fortinet Principal Engineer will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of secure, high-performance Fortinet SD-WAN solutions for our enterprise and public sector customers. This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to be in our Farnborough office around 2 days per month. Other travel may be required on an ad-hoc basis. What you'll do: Lead the end-to-end design of secure SD-WAN solutions using Fortinet Secure SD-WAN. Define scalable, resilient architectures tailored for enterprise and public sector clients. Ensure alignment with customer requirements, SLAs, and regulatory standards. Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Fortinet SD-WAN technologies. Provide guidance and mentoring to engineers and architects across projects. Drive best practices in network design, security integration, and automation Act as the last line technical lead to resolve technical problems, either design or support related problems Assist in the build and design of Proof-of-Concept scenarios, Type Approval activities in the Telent labs and support in the creation of test type documentation and test scenarios. Who you are: You are an experienced network and security professional with deep expertise in designing and delivering complex Fortinet SD-WAN solutions. You have a strong background in enterprise networking and a proven track record of leading technical design from concept through to implementation. Key Requirements: Expert knowledge of SD-WAN technologies, particularly Fortinet Secure SD-WAN (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) Fortinet Expert Certification (FCSS) Fortinet SD-WAN design and delivery experience Deep understanding of network security principles (firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, zero trust concepts) Experience designing large-scale, resilient, multi-site network architectures Strong ability to produce HLDs, LLDs, and technical design documentation Excellent troubleshooting and performance optimisation skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences) What we offer: A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The additional benefits with this role: 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually Company pension scheme A range of family friendly policies Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme. Learn more about Telent: Click here for Telent Video! We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.
13/06/2026
Full time
Principal Engineer - Fortinet When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7. Reporting into the Head of Focal Engineering, the Fortinet Principal Engineer will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of secure, high-performance Fortinet SD-WAN solutions for our enterprise and public sector customers. This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to be in our Farnborough office around 2 days per month. Other travel may be required on an ad-hoc basis. What you'll do: Lead the end-to-end design of secure SD-WAN solutions using Fortinet Secure SD-WAN. Define scalable, resilient architectures tailored for enterprise and public sector clients. Ensure alignment with customer requirements, SLAs, and regulatory standards. Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Fortinet SD-WAN technologies. Provide guidance and mentoring to engineers and architects across projects. Drive best practices in network design, security integration, and automation Act as the last line technical lead to resolve technical problems, either design or support related problems Assist in the build and design of Proof-of-Concept scenarios, Type Approval activities in the Telent labs and support in the creation of test type documentation and test scenarios. Who you are: You are an experienced network and security professional with deep expertise in designing and delivering complex Fortinet SD-WAN solutions. You have a strong background in enterprise networking and a proven track record of leading technical design from concept through to implementation. Key Requirements: Expert knowledge of SD-WAN technologies, particularly Fortinet Secure SD-WAN (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) Fortinet Expert Certification (FCSS) Fortinet SD-WAN design and delivery experience Deep understanding of network security principles (firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, zero trust concepts) Experience designing large-scale, resilient, multi-site network architectures Strong ability to produce HLDs, LLDs, and technical design documentation Excellent troubleshooting and performance optimisation skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences) What we offer: A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The additional benefits with this role: 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually Company pension scheme A range of family friendly policies Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme. Learn more about Telent: Click here for Telent Video! We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.
Enterprise Application Architect - 2 YR FTC Location: London (Hybrid Working - 2 days a week in the office) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years) Salary: Up to 84,600 per annum plus excellent benefits About the Role An established client based in London is seeking an experienced Enterprise Application Architect to help shape and deliver its digital transformation strategy. Working within the Enterprise Architecture function, you will define and govern target-state application architecture, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure technology investments align with institutional priorities. You will provide architectural leadership across major programmes and operational services, influence senior stakeholders, support application modernisation and portfolio rationalisation initiatives, and act as deputy to the Head of Enterprise Architecture when required. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise application architecture strategy, standards, principles and governance. Produce TOGAF-aligned architecture artefacts, including principles, roadmaps, gap analyses and transition architectures. Lead application portfolio rationalisation, modernisation and legacy retirement initiatives. Develop and govern target-state application architecture across projects and services. Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and automation platforms. Define integration architecture strategy and support integration platform evolution. Ensure alignment across business, data, technology and application architecture domains. Embed security-by-design, data integration principles and architecture governance. Support cloud-smart strategies across Azure, hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to architects and technical teams. Influence technology strategy, investment decisions and architectural roadmaps. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Systems Analysis or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification. Working knowledge of ArchiMate or a comparable enterprise architecture modelling framework. Essential Experience Extensive experience in Enterprise and Application Architecture within large, complex organisations. Significant experience producing TOGAF-aligned architecture deliverables, including roadmaps, target architectures and transition plans. Strong experience using enterprise architecture tools such as ArchiMate, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Ardoq or similar. Experience applying cloud-smart architecture strategies, with Azure expertise essential and AWS/GCP desirable. Deep understanding of application architecture patterns, lifecycle management and enterprise architecture governance. Experience leading application portfolio rationalisation and transformation programmes. Experience embedding automation-first and AI-enabled approaches across application estates. Experience defining integration architecture strategies and supporting integration platform evolution. Experience aligning application architecture with business, data and technology domains. Experience mentoring architects and operating in a senior or deputy leadership capacity. Understanding of ITSM and ITIL frameworks within managed application environments. Essential Skills Ability to balance long-term architectural strategy with short-term delivery priorities. Strong analytical, planning and enterprise-scale decision-making skills. Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills. Ability to influence, guide and facilitate decision-making at all levels. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong understanding of IT standards, controls and governance frameworks. Ability to assess and communicate the strategic, operational and financial impact of technology decisions. Ability to solve complex architecture challenges, including application rationalisation, legacy retirement and emerging technology evaluation. Desirable Experience with automation platforms and intelligent automation technologies. Experience evaluating AI and automation platforms within an enterprise architecture context. Personal Attributes Technology and vendor-neutral, with the ability to evaluate solutions objectively. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, integrity and professional credibility. Passionate about shaping a future-focused application estate and driving digital transformation. Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Recognised as a credible authority in application architecture with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Additional Information This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and play a key role in shaping its future technology landscape through enterprise architecture leadership and digital transformation. Salary: Up to 84,600 per annum Contract: Fixed-Term (24 Months) Location: London / Hybrid Working 2 days a week in the office To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
13/06/2026
Full time
Enterprise Application Architect - 2 YR FTC Location: London (Hybrid Working - 2 days a week in the office) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years) Salary: Up to 84,600 per annum plus excellent benefits About the Role An established client based in London is seeking an experienced Enterprise Application Architect to help shape and deliver its digital transformation strategy. Working within the Enterprise Architecture function, you will define and govern target-state application architecture, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure technology investments align with institutional priorities. You will provide architectural leadership across major programmes and operational services, influence senior stakeholders, support application modernisation and portfolio rationalisation initiatives, and act as deputy to the Head of Enterprise Architecture when required. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise application architecture strategy, standards, principles and governance. Produce TOGAF-aligned architecture artefacts, including principles, roadmaps, gap analyses and transition architectures. Lead application portfolio rationalisation, modernisation and legacy retirement initiatives. Develop and govern target-state application architecture across projects and services. Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and automation platforms. Define integration architecture strategy and support integration platform evolution. Ensure alignment across business, data, technology and application architecture domains. Embed security-by-design, data integration principles and architecture governance. Support cloud-smart strategies across Azure, hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to architects and technical teams. Influence technology strategy, investment decisions and architectural roadmaps. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Systems Analysis or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification. Working knowledge of ArchiMate or a comparable enterprise architecture modelling framework. Essential Experience Extensive experience in Enterprise and Application Architecture within large, complex organisations. Significant experience producing TOGAF-aligned architecture deliverables, including roadmaps, target architectures and transition plans. Strong experience using enterprise architecture tools such as ArchiMate, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Ardoq or similar. Experience applying cloud-smart architecture strategies, with Azure expertise essential and AWS/GCP desirable. Deep understanding of application architecture patterns, lifecycle management and enterprise architecture governance. Experience leading application portfolio rationalisation and transformation programmes. Experience embedding automation-first and AI-enabled approaches across application estates. Experience defining integration architecture strategies and supporting integration platform evolution. Experience aligning application architecture with business, data and technology domains. Experience mentoring architects and operating in a senior or deputy leadership capacity. Understanding of ITSM and ITIL frameworks within managed application environments. Essential Skills Ability to balance long-term architectural strategy with short-term delivery priorities. Strong analytical, planning and enterprise-scale decision-making skills. Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills. Ability to influence, guide and facilitate decision-making at all levels. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong understanding of IT standards, controls and governance frameworks. Ability to assess and communicate the strategic, operational and financial impact of technology decisions. Ability to solve complex architecture challenges, including application rationalisation, legacy retirement and emerging technology evaluation. Desirable Experience with automation platforms and intelligent automation technologies. Experience evaluating AI and automation platforms within an enterprise architecture context. Personal Attributes Technology and vendor-neutral, with the ability to evaluate solutions objectively. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, integrity and professional credibility. Passionate about shaping a future-focused application estate and driving digital transformation. Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Recognised as a credible authority in application architecture with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Additional Information This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and play a key role in shaping its future technology landscape through enterprise architecture leadership and digital transformation. Salary: Up to 84,600 per annum Contract: Fixed-Term (24 Months) Location: London / Hybrid Working 2 days a week in the office To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Graduate Application Engineer£30,000 £35,000 per annum £585 monthly car allowanceLondon & South East Home-Based Field Role Covering: London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Hampshire & surrounding Home Counties We are seeking a Graduate Application Engineer to join a specialist engineering business operating within the water treatment sector. This Graduate Application Engineer role is field-based, combining technical learning with commercial exposure from day one. You will work closely with consulting engineers to influence how water treatment solutions are designed into new building projects across London and the South East. The Graduate Application Engineer will be responsible for building relationships, developing technical understanding, and supporting early-stage specification work across a defined regional territory. The Role As a Graduate Application Engineer, you will spend four days per week in the field, engaging with consultants and developing long-term professional relationships. The Graduate Application Engineer will gradually take ownership of their own region and pipeline, becoming a trusted technical advisor within the built environment sector. Key responsibilities for the Graduate Application Engineer include: Visiting consulting engineers and building strong professional relationships Engaging at feasibility and design stage to influence specification decisions Supporting the specification of water treatment solutions into projects Delivering CPD presentations on key technical topics Working with internal technical teams to develop proposals and convert opportunities Building a strong understanding of water treatment applications across multiple sectors Managing CRM activity and maintaining accurate pipeline records Working towards commercial and performance targets The Graduate Application Engineer will also undertake occasional overnight stays and periodic visits to head office in High Wycombe. About You Graduate Application Engineer We are looking for a Graduate Application Engineer who is: Educated to degree level in engineering or a technical discipline Able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics A strong communicator with confidence presenting to professionals Highly organised with good time management skills A full UK driving licence holder willing to travel extensively Based in or able to cover London and the South East region What Will Set You Apart as a Graduate Application Engineer Commercially driven and motivated by targets Self-starting with strong ownership of workload Fast learner who can absorb technical detail quickly Confident building relationships with technical audiences Reliable, consistent and detail-focused What s On Offer Full training and structured onboarding for the Graduate Application Engineer role Ongoing coaching and technical support Early autonomy over your own territory Clear progression into technical or commercial pathways Exposure to both engineering and business development functions This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Application Engineer looking to build a career at the intersection of engineering and commercial influence within a growing specialist sector.
13/06/2026
Full time
Graduate Application Engineer£30,000 £35,000 per annum £585 monthly car allowanceLondon & South East Home-Based Field Role Covering: London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Hampshire & surrounding Home Counties We are seeking a Graduate Application Engineer to join a specialist engineering business operating within the water treatment sector. This Graduate Application Engineer role is field-based, combining technical learning with commercial exposure from day one. You will work closely with consulting engineers to influence how water treatment solutions are designed into new building projects across London and the South East. The Graduate Application Engineer will be responsible for building relationships, developing technical understanding, and supporting early-stage specification work across a defined regional territory. The Role As a Graduate Application Engineer, you will spend four days per week in the field, engaging with consultants and developing long-term professional relationships. The Graduate Application Engineer will gradually take ownership of their own region and pipeline, becoming a trusted technical advisor within the built environment sector. Key responsibilities for the Graduate Application Engineer include: Visiting consulting engineers and building strong professional relationships Engaging at feasibility and design stage to influence specification decisions Supporting the specification of water treatment solutions into projects Delivering CPD presentations on key technical topics Working with internal technical teams to develop proposals and convert opportunities Building a strong understanding of water treatment applications across multiple sectors Managing CRM activity and maintaining accurate pipeline records Working towards commercial and performance targets The Graduate Application Engineer will also undertake occasional overnight stays and periodic visits to head office in High Wycombe. About You Graduate Application Engineer We are looking for a Graduate Application Engineer who is: Educated to degree level in engineering or a technical discipline Able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics A strong communicator with confidence presenting to professionals Highly organised with good time management skills A full UK driving licence holder willing to travel extensively Based in or able to cover London and the South East region What Will Set You Apart as a Graduate Application Engineer Commercially driven and motivated by targets Self-starting with strong ownership of workload Fast learner who can absorb technical detail quickly Confident building relationships with technical audiences Reliable, consistent and detail-focused What s On Offer Full training and structured onboarding for the Graduate Application Engineer role Ongoing coaching and technical support Early autonomy over your own territory Clear progression into technical or commercial pathways Exposure to both engineering and business development functions This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Application Engineer looking to build a career at the intersection of engineering and commercial influence within a growing specialist sector.
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
13/06/2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
Senior Data Science Consultant 60k - 70k + bonus and benefits (multiple positions available at different levels) London, Manchester or Glasgow / Hybrid Are you ready to work at the forefront of Agentic AI, GenAI and Data Science transformation? This is your opportunity to join a high-growth consulting environment where innovation, creativity and cutting-edge technology come together to solve complex business challenges for major clients. You'll play a key role in delivering impactful AI and analytics solutions, helping organisations unlock the value of their data and transform the way they operate. If you thrive in a client-facing consulting environment and want to work on pioneering AI initiatives with real-world impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career. What You'll Be Doing Leading and supporting the delivery of Agentic AI, GenAI, Data Science and Analytics projects across the full machine learning lifecycle Working closely with clients to understand business challenges and deliver innovative, data-driven solutions Demonstrating the value and potential of AI and advanced analytics through workshops, presentations and client engagements Applying modern data science techniques including statistical modelling, NLP, time-series analysis, spatial analysis and mathematical modelling Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced consulting environment Contributing to business growth through bids, proposals, RFPs, thought leadership and proposition development Supporting internal innovation initiatives, whitepapers, practice development and mentoring activities Continuously developing your skills across emerging AI, analytics and cloud technologies What You'll Bring Experience delivering Data Science, Analytics or Agentic/GenAI solutions within a client-facing or consulting environment Strong knowledge across the ML lifecycle and advanced analytical methodologies Passion for demonstrating how Agentic AI and GenAI can unlock business value Excellent stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills Experience helping clients derive actionable insights from complex data Background working within a consultancy and/or industry environment Technical Skills You'll have experience with some of the following: Cloud & Data Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Databricks Programming Languages: Python, R, PySpark Agentic & GenAI Platforms: Microsoft Copilot Studio, OpenAI GPT-5 Agents, UiPath, Adept AI, Orby AI, Beam AI If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Data Scientist, Senior Data Scientist, AI Consultant, Machine Learning Consultant, GenAI Consultant, AI Engineer, Applied Data Scientist, Analytics Consultant, ML Engineer, Data & AI Consultant, Advanced Analytics Consultant, NLP Specialist, Python Developer, AI Transformation Consultant, Databricks Consultant, Azure AI Consultant, AWS Data Scientist, GCP Data Consultant, Agentic AI Consultant, OpenAI GPT Specialist, PySpark Developer. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
13/06/2026
Full time
Senior Data Science Consultant 60k - 70k + bonus and benefits (multiple positions available at different levels) London, Manchester or Glasgow / Hybrid Are you ready to work at the forefront of Agentic AI, GenAI and Data Science transformation? This is your opportunity to join a high-growth consulting environment where innovation, creativity and cutting-edge technology come together to solve complex business challenges for major clients. You'll play a key role in delivering impactful AI and analytics solutions, helping organisations unlock the value of their data and transform the way they operate. If you thrive in a client-facing consulting environment and want to work on pioneering AI initiatives with real-world impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career. What You'll Be Doing Leading and supporting the delivery of Agentic AI, GenAI, Data Science and Analytics projects across the full machine learning lifecycle Working closely with clients to understand business challenges and deliver innovative, data-driven solutions Demonstrating the value and potential of AI and advanced analytics through workshops, presentations and client engagements Applying modern data science techniques including statistical modelling, NLP, time-series analysis, spatial analysis and mathematical modelling Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced consulting environment Contributing to business growth through bids, proposals, RFPs, thought leadership and proposition development Supporting internal innovation initiatives, whitepapers, practice development and mentoring activities Continuously developing your skills across emerging AI, analytics and cloud technologies What You'll Bring Experience delivering Data Science, Analytics or Agentic/GenAI solutions within a client-facing or consulting environment Strong knowledge across the ML lifecycle and advanced analytical methodologies Passion for demonstrating how Agentic AI and GenAI can unlock business value Excellent stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills Experience helping clients derive actionable insights from complex data Background working within a consultancy and/or industry environment Technical Skills You'll have experience with some of the following: Cloud & Data Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Databricks Programming Languages: Python, R, PySpark Agentic & GenAI Platforms: Microsoft Copilot Studio, OpenAI GPT-5 Agents, UiPath, Adept AI, Orby AI, Beam AI If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Data Scientist, Senior Data Scientist, AI Consultant, Machine Learning Consultant, GenAI Consultant, AI Engineer, Applied Data Scientist, Analytics Consultant, ML Engineer, Data & AI Consultant, Advanced Analytics Consultant, NLP Specialist, Python Developer, AI Transformation Consultant, Databricks Consultant, Azure AI Consultant, AWS Data Scientist, GCP Data Consultant, Agentic AI Consultant, OpenAI GPT Specialist, PySpark Developer. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Control Systems Engineer (Siemens) 40,000 - 45,000 + Progression + Training + Bonus + Company Benefits Plymouth Are you a Controls Engineer with experience working with Siemens systems, looking to join a global business that will enhance your career through direct exposure to blue-chip clients, allowing you to excel within the industry? Founded over 20 years ago, this unique business specialises in carbon fibre and resin solutions for a range of household-name clients. Designing, manufacturing, and supplying a variety of high-end bespoke products, they pride themselves on exceptional staff retention and long-standing client relationships. In this varied role, you will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and enhancing a range of high-end Siemens software systems, while also supporting the production team in the manufacture of several bespoke multi-million-pound products. In addition, there will be occasional overseas travel to support projects and products across the globe. This role would suit a Controls Engineer with Siemens experience who is looking to join a global business offering exposure to some of the best projects within the industry. The Role: Designing software for high-end bespoke products Liaising and working with blue-chip clients Supporting the production team on the shop floor 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday, with a 1:30pm finish on Friday The Person: Control Systems Engineer Siemens experience Reference Number: BBBH25340 Controls, Systems, Engineer, Engineering, Siemens, Design, Project, Manufacturing, Software, Automation, PLC, Plymouth, Saltash If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is intended as a guideline for this position, with the final remuneration dependent on experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you accept our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, which can be found on our website.
13/06/2026
Full time
Control Systems Engineer (Siemens) 40,000 - 45,000 + Progression + Training + Bonus + Company Benefits Plymouth Are you a Controls Engineer with experience working with Siemens systems, looking to join a global business that will enhance your career through direct exposure to blue-chip clients, allowing you to excel within the industry? Founded over 20 years ago, this unique business specialises in carbon fibre and resin solutions for a range of household-name clients. Designing, manufacturing, and supplying a variety of high-end bespoke products, they pride themselves on exceptional staff retention and long-standing client relationships. In this varied role, you will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and enhancing a range of high-end Siemens software systems, while also supporting the production team in the manufacture of several bespoke multi-million-pound products. In addition, there will be occasional overseas travel to support projects and products across the globe. This role would suit a Controls Engineer with Siemens experience who is looking to join a global business offering exposure to some of the best projects within the industry. The Role: Designing software for high-end bespoke products Liaising and working with blue-chip clients Supporting the production team on the shop floor 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday, with a 1:30pm finish on Friday The Person: Control Systems Engineer Siemens experience Reference Number: BBBH25340 Controls, Systems, Engineer, Engineering, Siemens, Design, Project, Manufacturing, Software, Automation, PLC, Plymouth, Saltash If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is intended as a guideline for this position, with the final remuneration dependent on experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you accept our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, which can be found on our website.
