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Funding End Date 31 Aug 2028 Hours per week 37 Project Title Senior Project Software Developer (COPO) Months Duration 24 Flexible Options Although full-time hours are available, applications from those interested in working part-time hours are also welcomed. Job Description Main Purpose of the Job The Earlham Institute is seeking a versatile full-stack Research Software Engineer (RSE) to join the team behind COPO (Collaborative OPen Omics). COPO is a production-deployed metadata and data-brokering platform that has been developed and operated at the Institute since 2015. COPO underpins some of the largest biodiversity genomics programmes attempted to date, having brokered more than 80,000 samples from over 4,800 species to public repositories such as the European Nucleotide Archive, with automated validation, expert curation and full audit trails. The successful candidate will join the small engineering team that builds and operates COPO, contributing across the full stack -frontend interfaces, APIs, and the services that connect them to the platform's validation, curation and submission pipelines. Data visualisation, dashboards and API design will be at the centre of the role, but the post is deliberately broad: COPO supports a range of research communities and projects, and the work varies with the needs of those the platform serves. This is a broadly scoped full-stack role with metadata validation, translation, visualisation and API design as its primary focus. It suits an engineer who enjoys turning complex scientific data into clear, reliable, well-documented interfaces that researchers and the wider community can depend on. Being a senior, hands-on role, you will own significant components of the project end to end, make day-to-day architectural decisions, and drive delivery to time. Key Relationships Internal: COPO Team Lead / Group Leader (direction, prioritisation, line management); the COPO development team of fellow engineers and frontend developers (collaboration, code review, and mentoring); EI bioinformaticians and research scientists (scientific and metadata requirements); Scientific Computing / IT infrastructure teams (compute, storage and platform services); and project managers / programme coordinators (planning, reporting and effort estimates). External: genomics and biodiversity programmes and projects that COPO supports; EMBL-EBI / ELIXIR services such as ENA and BioSamples; other public repositories and registries such as Zenodo and DataCite; metadata-standards communities including RO-Crate, ISA, MIxS, Darwin Core and Bioschemas; and the wider open-source community and downstream COPO users. Main Activities & Responsibilities Dashboards, data visualisation and data portals Design, build and maintain interactive dashboards and public data portals, from data model through to production deployment. Translate complex, multi-source scientific metadata into clear, accurate and accessible visualisations. Build reporting and summary views that are reproducible and auditable, including snapshots for governance and reporting. Apply good practice in accessibility, responsive design and information design so that outputs are usable by researchers and the public alike. APIs and backend services Develop, document and maintain RESTful APIs that expose metadata in multiple formats for internal tools and external consumers. Integrate frontend and portal services with COPO's validation, curation and submission pipelines. Ensure APIs are performant, versioned, secure and well documented so third parties can build against them with minimal support. Full-stack engineering and platform contribution Contribute across the COPO codebase: frontend, backend and supporting services as a flexible member of a small engineering team. Write clean, tested, maintainable code with appropriate use of version control, code review, CI/CD and containerisation (Git, Docker). Help deploy and operate COPO instances, working with colleagues on deployment, monitoring, backup and reliability. Collaboration, standards and support Work closely with the technical lead and engineering colleagues to extend the platform and its metadata standards. Help add support for new data types and metadata schemas, and reflect these in the interfaces and APIs you build. Support research users onboarding onto the platform, including documentation, tutorials and responsive help. Produce clear technical documentation and contribute to open-source releases under permissive licences. As agreed with line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the role. Person Profile Education & Qualifications Requirement Importance Degree (or equivalent professional/practical experience) in computer science, software engineering, bioinformatics or a related discipline Essential Specialist Knowledge & Skills Requirement Importance Proficiency with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows, including code review Essential Understanding of FAIR data principles, ontologies or controlled vocabularies Essential An understanding of, and willingness to apply, good engineering practice: automated testing, clear documentation and basic security awareness Essential Able to translate complex requirements into clear, usable interfaces, with strong attention to accuracy and detail Essential Familiarity with cloud or research-computing infrastructure Desirable Exposure to genomics, biodiversity, ecology or a related life-science domain Desirable Requirement Importance Demonstrable experience building and maintaining full-stack web applications in JavaScript and a backend language (Python preferred) Essential Experience designing, building and documenting RESTful APIs Essential Experience with containerisation and deployment (Docker; CI/CD pipelines) Essential Experience designing and building data visualisations or dashboards, using libraries such as Plotly, D3, or equivalent Desirable Experience working with structured or scientific data, metadata standards, or data-intensive systems Desirable Management and Leadership Requirement Importance Experience mentoring, coaching or line-managing other developers Essential Interpersonal & Communication Skills Requirement Importance Committed to open, reproducible and well-tested software Essential Able to work both independently and as a flexible, collaborative member of a small team Essential Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation and explain technical matters to non-specialists Essential Comfortable working with, and responsive to, a distributed community of research users Essential Able to work independently, use initiative and apply problem solving skills Essential Additional Requirements Requirement Importance Promotes equality and values diversity Essential Attention to detail Essential Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Institute, ensuring it is a great place to work Essential Able to present a positive image of self and the Institute, promoting both the international reputation and public engagement aims of the Institute Essential Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required Essential Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of information where appropriate Essential Who We Are About the Earlham Institute The Earlham Institute harnesses the power of data-driven biology to accelerate solutions for health, biodiversity, and food security. Based at Norwich Research Park, the Earlham Institute is one of eight institutes strategically funded by BBSRC. Our science combines world-class technology, interdisciplinary expertise, and training and development across genomics, engineering biology and data science, to decode the scale and complexity of living systems. We believe we can achieve more if we work together. That's why we collaborate with the global science community and industry partners, while also inspiring the next generation of scientists and technical specialists. Our Science Earlham Institute scientists specialise in developing and testing the latest tools and approaches needed to decode living systems and make biological predictions. We are home to state-of-the-art facilities and technology, creating a unique combination of expertise and infrastructure. We have dedicated laboratories for genome sequencing, single-cell analysis, engineering biology, and large-scale automation; as well as one of the largest supercomputing facilities for life science research in Europe. Our Advanced Training team also provides access to specialised scientific training to upskill the next generation of research and technical staff. Our Culture Our collegiate and innovative research environment comes with significant support, including a commitment to your professional development, research and administrative assistance, and opportunities to build collaborations with scientists and industry on the Norwich Research Park, across the UK, and internationally. The Institute is also home to talented technical and operational staff, whose invaluable contributions enable our science to have the maximum impact. We aim to recognise, reward, and develop all staff and students so that every individual feels able to achieve their best with us. We work hard to nurture an engaged and positive workplace, centred on core values that include openness, technical excellence, and collaboration . click apply for full job details

About Scale Factory About Scale Factory We are an AI enablement consultancy. Delivering quality-led AI-first foundations, embedding capability and excellence into the foundational fabric of the companies we work with. We give leaders the confidence to move faster, take smarter risks and pursue transformation. Formerly Ten10, we have deep roots in Quality which means we don't just build for the future, we ensure it actually works. We combine this engineering discipline with cutting-edge AI expertise to deliver robust, scalable foundations that turn ambitious transformation into reliable reality. Here's why you'll love being part of our team: Exciting Projects: Collaborate on challenging, impactful projects with a wide range of industries - from finance to government and beyond Career Growth: Tailored training and development opportunities to help you reach your goals Team Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation Flexibility: Hybrid working lets you balance work and life About the Role As a Senior Test Analyst, you'll play a key role in ensuring our clients' systems meet the highest quality standards. You'll be hands-on in functional testing, spanning system, system integration, and user acceptance testing, and collaborate with stakeholders to define test scenarios and raise quality software defects. If you love diving into exploratory testing, improving coverage, and bringing fresh ideas to the table, this is the role for you. What You'll Be Doing: Functional Testing: Perform system, system integration, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing. Test Scenarios & Scripts: Define and maintain quality test scenarios using various design inputs. Defect Management: Identify and raise quality system defects with accuracy and clarity. Risk Management: Identify and escalate project risks and issues proactively. Service Readiness: Support the transition of solutions into BAU environments. What We're Looking For We're on the hunt for an ambitious, driven Senior Test Analyst with a passion for quality and testing. If you're curious, collaborative, and comfortable in Agile environments, we want to hear from you. Key Skills & Experience: Eligibility for Security Clearance 1-3 years' experience across system, system integration, and user acceptance testing Experience defining and maintaining quality test scenarios and scripts Skilled in exploratory testing techniques for improved coverage Proven ability to identify and create defects effectively Confident in providing regular updates on progress and escalating risks when necessary Strong communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders and third parties Familiarity with supporting service readiness into BAU environments Experience working in Agile delivery methodology Desirable Skills: Background in consultancy roles Experience with web-portal testing What's in It for You? At Scale Factory, we believe in recognising and rewarding great work. Here's what you can expect: 25 Days of Annual Leave: Plus 1 extra day every year for the first three years, with a holiday buying scheme. Pension Plan: Employer-matched contributions up to 5%. Health Benefits: Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, optical, and alternative therapies. Fitness Support: Subsidised gym memberships and a bike-to-work scheme. Commuter Benefits: Season ticket loans to make travel easier. Free Annual Rail Cards Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Flexible Work Model: Hybrid working that fits your lifestyle. Social Events: From annual kick-offs and Christmas parties to team socials and sporting events, we love celebrating success together. Training & Development: Tailored learning opportunities and full support for certifications to keep your skills sharp. Let's Build the Future Together We're on the lookout for passionate, talented individuals who are ready to make an impact. Whether you're an experienced automation tester or a developer with a flair for QA, we want to hear from you.

Leonardo UK Basildon is seeking a Senior or Principal Systems Engineer to help design and develop our system of systems solutions, tackling real engineering challenges. You will lead work packages, engage with customers and suppliers, and drive verification, validation, and certification activities across the lifecycle. The role offers hybrid working and opportunities for personal growth.

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd is looking for a Senior EDS Engineer to develop innovative electrical systems for JCB products. In this role, you'll design high-voltage systems for heavy-duty vehicles and support the integration of electrical architectures. Ideal candidates will have an HND in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and experience in automotive electrical system design. Benefits include a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday, and access to an onsite gym and health care facilities.

Job Description Leonardo has an exciting opportunity for a Senior or Principal Systems Engineer to work on real engineering problems, designing and developing our system of systems solutions. You will have the skills and competencies to fulfil the role of Senior or Principal Systems Engineer on major programmes, this will involve leadership, including planning and scheduling, for several Systems Engineering Work Packages throughout the life cycle of the project. Our Systems Engineers span across a range of activities and help pull together all the necessary engineering and technology strands into high-performance systems. Working within a growing team based in Basildon, Essex. Your impact You will be engaged on projects Countering UAS (Uncrewed Air Systems - Drones), within our Mission Systems team, focusing on large scale strategic integrated Radar, Electro-Optic, and CEMA Sensors, Command and Control software, and mobile CUAS. We are currently running major delivery programmes, as well as active campaigns. The role is inward and outward facing, working closely with customers and our engineering team to support delivery of a solution that is compliant with user needs, aligned with Leonardo strategy and delivers high quality, highly capable and effective solutions. You must have proven experience in all aspects of the Systems Engineering lifecycle, from bid stage to product support, which includes requirements capture, design, analysis/modelling, integration, test and acceptance. The candidate will work within Leonardo's engineering delivery model, which provides a controlled and supportive framework for the achievement of excellence in system design. The successful candidate would be joining a dedicated team with a full and stretching workload, with huge potential for personal development and growth. Key Responsibility Areas Engagement with customer, suppliers, product teams and other stakeholders to support the definition of the overall solution, taking responsibility for elements of the detailed solution. Working with stakeholders to create and agree top level solution documentation including system architecture/design documents. Working with the team, suppliers, and customers, to reach equitable and mutually acceptable conclusions consistent with Leonardo principles. Ensuring technical requirements are flowed down to subsystems / subcontractors. Ensuring that design integrity requirements (activities and deliverables) are correctly flowed down to subcontractors and internal providers. Presenting elements of system and sub-system design reviews. Defining, managing and leading Verification and Validation activities. Creation or Review of outgoing technical documents. Leading System/sub-system fault finding and integration troubleshooting activities in demanding timescales. Review of incoming technical documents /drawings from subcontractors. Technical acceptance of subcontracted and internal sub-elements. Supporting the Certification of the overall solution and sub-elements. What you'll bring Engineering Degree qualification (or equivalent experience). Highly experienced at systems engineering, including integration of complex systems. Demonstrated verbal and written communication and presentation skills, producing work of accurate and presentable quality in the defined formats. Domain knowledge in at least 2 of the following technologies -Radar, Electro-optics , Command and Control Software, ICT and Networked systems. Demonstrable competence in the development and implementation of complex technical solutions, making engineering decisions, managing and mitigating technical risk, and ensuring best practice is shared. Demonstrable understanding of product safety with experience in supporting safety reviews and hazard identification and management. Demonstrable ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders on complex technical issues. Demonstrable competence in identifying non customer requirements crucial to the design integrity of a solution. Familiarity with the concept of design certification, including its importance in managing personal and corporate liability. Successful experience with supporting and/or managing equipment installations. Experience of in field and/or remote support for trouble shooting and repair, thereby, capable of delivering technical advice to off shore teams. Prepared to work short periods ( Work with, and maintain relationships, with clients, suppliers and third party contractors in a multi cultural environment. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, be it leading or in a support role, towards achieving shared objectives. Capable of working to tight deadlines and prioritise workload to meet deadlines in a professional manner. Adaptable and Flexible to accommodate operational requirements. Capable of using own initiative, working unsupervised and, at times, leading small teams. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Salary Range: £45,000 - £71,000 Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they're key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Primary Location GB - Basildon Contract Type Permanent Hybrid Working Hybrid

Thrive is seeking a Systems Administrator to work within the engineering team to serve our growing client base in the Miami area. Systems Administrators have responsibility for both onsite and remote client support, including heavy interaction with end-users in diverse computing environments. Thrive provides a unique work environment for ambitious individuals through an unparalleled diversity of work and opportunities for growth.

To support WPS with structured business analysis and data-led insight by documenting processes, improving the use of business systems, producing management information, and turning operational data into clear reporting and dashboards for decision-making. This role strengthens the link between data, process discipline, reporting, and business systems adoption within the WPS IT transformation Team. The Business Analyst will work closely with the existing team to understand how work is being organised and take on the management of it. The Data Business Analyst is a hybrid business analysis and data role that sits between business users, leadership, and technology teams. The role is responsible for mapping and documenting L1 to L3 processes, capturing process and procedure changes, improving the quality and use of operational data, and producing reporting, dashboards, and MI that support business performance and decision-making. Capture, map, and maintain business processes using tools such as Miro, including L1, L2, and L3 process documentation, procedures, and work instructions. Work with departments to identify process gaps, inefficiencies, risks, and improvement opportunities, and document agreed changes clearly and accurately. Support the business in using systems correctly and consistently, helping users follow agreed processes and improve data quality across key platforms. Use SQL to query and interrogate data from business systems and operational sources to support reporting, analysis, and decision-making. Use advanced Excel and VB/VBA capability to manipulate, cleanse, reconcile, and structure data for reporting and process insight. Build and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualisations that provide clear operational and leadership insight. Produce regular MI, KPI reporting, and ad hoc analysis for leadership teams, converting raw data into meaningful and actionable information. Support understanding and adoption of D365, Office 365, and related business applications by translating requirements, issues, and changes into clear business language. Work effectively with stakeholders across functions, levels, and locations, including cross-cultural collaboration where required. Support manufacturing and operational teams by developing a practical understanding of business processes across areas such as planning, production, supply chain, and commercial operations. Remain open to learning new tools, systems, reporting methods, and process improvement approaches as business needs evolve. Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Experience in a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or hybrid business systems and reporting role. Strong process mapping and documentation capability, including L1 to L3 process modelling. Strong Power BI capability for dashboard and reporting development. Good SQL skills, including writing queries to extract, analyse, and validate data. Advanced Excel skills, including data manipulation, reconciliation, reporting, and VB/VBA-based automation or improvement work. Experience producing MI and dashboard reporting for senior leaders or operational management. Working understanding of D365 and Office 365 environments. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable: manufacturing or engineering sector experience and exposure to cross-cultural or multi-region working environments. Salary & Benefits Salary negotiable dependent on experience 37.5 hours per week (office based) 25 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays Healthcare cash plan, on-line GP, counselling and well-being On-site parking with EV chargers EV salary sacrifice scheme Join the team Ready to start your journey with us?

The Earlham Institute in Norwich, UK invites applications for a (Senior) Research Software Engineer - AI Co Scientist Systems. The role spans SC5/SC6 levels, focusing on designing and building an AI agent platform connecting models, datasets, and lab automation. The post is based in Norwich with access to substantial GPU compute and collaborative research across EI groups. You will contribute to publishable AI systems, open source software, and demonstrators, shaping human AI interaction for

Who you are Can quickly understand complex service journeys Designs with empathy and behavioural insight Thrives in a fast-moving environment Balances quality with pragmatism Proven experience in UX / Product Design Strong journey and systems thinking Experience designing complex service flows Ability to simplify high-friction or high-emotion interactions Confident working under time constraints Experience working in cross-functional product teams Proficiency in Figma Strong communication skills Desirable Experience in telecoms, utilities, fintech, insurance or subscription services Experience designing for both web and native app Experience improving retention or reducing contact drivers Familiarity with behavioural design principles What the job involves We're looking for a confident, delivery-focused UX Designer to join us on a 6-month fixed-term contract, focused on improving our service and retention experiences across web and app You'll be working on journeys that help customers: Self-serve confidently Resolve issues smoothly Understand their products clearly Feel supported during moments of friction Stay with us because the experience works This is an autonomous role - we need someone who can plug in quickly and deliver impact from early on Designing and improving end-to-end service and retention journeys Identifying friction points within existing customer flows Creating wireframes, journey maps, and prototypes for iterative testing Collaborating closely with Product, Engineering, Care and Research Designing within existing design system constraints Balancing short-term quick wins with longer-term experience improvements Presenting work clearly and confidently to stakeholders Contributing to design critiques and team collaboration Within 6 months, you'll: Confidently own and ship improvements to key service journeys Learn, grow, and develop your skills as a designer/communicator Reduce friction in priority retention moments Contribute positively to team critiques and collaboration Support the wider design team by delivering at paceLeave behind clear documentation and rationale for future iteration Contract Details: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Salford Quays, Manchester Level: Mid and Senior Salary: Not provided Performance-related bonus opportunities Required tool: Figma

(Senior) Research Software Engineer - AI Co-Scientist Systems Job Title (Senior) Research Software Engineer - AI Co-Scientist Systems Post Number Closing Date 20 Aug 2026 Grade SC6/SC5 Starting Salary Salary: £38,000-£52,560 Hours per week 37 Project Title Generative Digital Biology: AI Co-Scientist Systems and Lab Automation Expected/Ideal Start Date 07 Sep 2026 Months Duration 36 Job Description Main Purpose of the Job The post holder will take a research-active software engineering and AI systems role in the AI for Biology Group, building the AI-agent-driven platform required for Generative Digital Biology. The role will connect foundation models, scientific tools, biological datasets, experimental design algorithms, lab automation workflows, robotics interfaces and human in the loop scientific decision making. This is a platform building research role, not a conventional bioinformatics software support post. The successful candidate will contribute intellectually to research, develop publishable AI systems, build open source software and demonstrators, co author research outputs and support competitive grant applications. The role would suit a highly capable computer scientist, AI systems researcher, robotics engineer or research active software engineer who wants to build the technical backbone for AI driven biological discovery. A key objective will be to develop an AI co scientist demonstrator for the group and the Institute: a platform that can show how AI agents can interact with human scientists via virtual/augmented reality, reason over biological questions, call scientific tools and APIs, use foundation models, design experiments, interface with computational and physical workflows, and support rigorous, auditable and reproducible scientific discovery. The post holder will work closely with the other AI for Biology appointments. Foundation model research in the group will provide biological representations and predictive models; generative and causal AI research will provide design and experimental decision algorithms; this RSE role will build the software, agentic workflows, tool registries, automation interfaces, provenance mechanisms and demonstrator environment that connect these components into a usable scientific discovery system. This will be a highly collaborative role embedded across EI. The post holder will work with EI colleagues and platforms to connect AI designed hypotheses and candidates with biological data, experimental design and validation routes, including potential collaborations with Earlham Biofoundry and engineering biology colleagues on AI-guided design build test learn cycles; with Cellular Genomics and Single cell and Spatial Analysis on perturbation, cell state and single cell/spatial omics use cases; and with BioFAIR, ELIXIR UK, Open and FAIR Data and Research e Infrastructure colleagues on AI ready design datasets, benchmarks, provenance and reproducible workflows. Prior experience in lab automation is desirable but not essential. We particularly welcome candidates with exceptional computer science, large scale machine learning systems, robotics or software engineering backgrounds who are motivated to apply their skills to biological discovery and to learn the relevant biological and automation context. Key Relationships INTERNAL: Reporting to Professor Ke Li, the post holder will work closely with the AI for Biology Group and collaborate across EI's research programmes, National Bioscience Research Infrastructures, Research e Infrastructure and technology platforms. Key internal relationships are expected to include Earlham Biofoundry and engineering biology colleagues for lab automation, robotics interfaces and design build test learn workflows; Research e Infrastructure for HPC/GPU/cloud, reproducible software and scalable model deployment; BioFAIR, ELIXIR UK and Open and FAIR Data colleagues for AI ready resources, provenance, data/model documentation and interoperable workflows; Cellular Genomics and Single cell and Spatial Analysis for biological use cases; and relevant EI groups working on plants, microbes, biodiversity, health, genomics and data intensive bioscience. EXTERNAL: The post holder will interact with UK and international collaborators in AI, AI agents, machine learning systems, research software engineering, robotics, laboratory automation, autonomous experimentation, computational biology, engineering biology, genomics, plant science, human health and therapeutic discovery. External collaborations may include academic, public sector, infrastructure, clinical and industry partners where appropriate. Main Activities & Responsibilities Design and build the AI Co Scientist system/software architecture for the GDB programme, including agent orchestration, tool registries, model interfaces, workflow execution, data/model versioning and provenance tracking. For appointment at SC5, take technical and operational leadership of a defined AI Co Scientist platform or workstream; own the architecture, roadmap, milestones and technical risk decisions; and deliver the work with limited supervision (essential for SC5). 20 Develop AI agent workflows for scientific reasoning, literature/data retrieval, tool use, planning, hypothesis generation, experimental design, result interpretation, iterative refinement and human in the loop decision making. 15 Build software interfaces connecting AI agents with biological datasets, foundation models, generative models, Bayesian experimental design, optimisation algorithms, benchmarking tools and HPC/GPU/cloud resources. For appointment at SC5, coordinate cross platform integration, define interface contracts and engineering standards, resolve technical dependencies, and ensure coherent delivery across AI, data, infrastructure and automation partners (essential for SC5). 15 Develop interfaces to lab automation, robotics, biofoundry workflows, instrument control APIs, LIMS/ELN systems, digital twin/simulation environments or related physical AI workflows where appropriate. 15 Build an interactive AI Co Scientist demonstrator environment for research, collaboration, grant development and institutional showcase purposes. 10 Implement robustness, safety, permissioning, sandboxing, audit trails, provenance, reproducibility, monitoring and responsible use/dual use aware controls for AI systems operating in biological contexts. For appointment at SC5, define and lead implementation of software quality, testing, security, provenance, auditability and safe tool execution standards, including design/code review and release readiness decisions (essential for SC5). 10 Contribute intellectually to research papers, conference submissions, technical reports, open source software releases, demonstrations, presentations and community resources. For appointment at SC5, lead major software releases, demonstrators and technical/research outputs, and represent the work in relevant internal and external forums (essential for SC5). 10 Contribute to collaborative projects, competitive grant applications, documentation, testing, responsible data handling and long term platform strategy for the AI for Biology Group. For appointment at SC5, make substantive contributions to grant development and long term platform strategy, and provide technical guidance or mentoring to junior researchers or engineers (essential for SC5). 5 As agreed with line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the role. Person Profile Education & Qualifications Requirement Importance PhD, or equivalent research or industrial experience at a comparable level, in Computer Science, AI, Robotics, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Scientific Computing, Data Science, Computational Biology or a closely related quantitative discipline Essential Specialist Knowledge & Skills Requirement Importance Strong hands on software engineering ability, evidenced through substantial implemented systems, research software, open source code, AI/ML platforms, robotics/automation software or scientific computing projects Essential Experience designing, implementing and maintaining complex research software systems, AI systems, agentic workflows, robotics/automation software, scientific platforms or data intensive computational infrastructure Essential Experience with modern AI systems or scientific computing systems, such as large language models, tool-using agents, retrieval augmented generation, workflow orchestration, model APIs, machine learning frameworks, and the ability to develop agentic workflows for scientific applications Essential Understanding of, and commitment to, trustworthy AI, robustness, safety, provenance, auditability, sandboxing, permissioning, monitoring or dual use aware AI workflows for biological applications Essential Ability to build robust, maintainable and reproducible software using version control, testing, documentation, containers, APIs, databases, workflow tools, CI/CD and deployment on HPC, GPU, cloud or distributed computing environments Essential Demonstrable practical experience designing and building AI-agent, multi agent or scientific agent systems, including relevant experience in orchestration, tool use and evaluation (essential for SC5) Desirable Experience with robotics, lab automation, self driving laboratories, autonomous experimentation, instrument control, liquid handling platforms, automated microscopy, microfluidics, sequencing workflows, biofoundry platforms, ROS/ROS2 or related hardware/software integration Desirable Experience with biological data, genomics, single cell data, imaging . click apply for full job details

Kingston University is seeking a capable systems administrator to join our team that runs university data centres and campus servers. You will self-manage time, work on projects, and help maintain Windows, VMware, and datacentre operations on-site in Kingston. While cloud experience is beneficial, we are training staff in cloud skills and expect you to contribute to cloud initiatives as the role evolves. Good communication with service owners and independent work are essential.

Reporting to the Group Technical Director, the IT Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day IT operations across WPS UK and ensuring stable, secure, and effective delivery of infrastructure, end-user support, business systems support, supplier management, and IT service improvement. The role translates business and technology strategy into operational delivery, manages internal and third-party resources, and ensures that IT services, standards, security controls, and change activity are executed effectively. Lead day-to-day IT operations across WPS UK, ensuring reliable support for infrastructure, devices, business applications, networks, and end users. Implement IT strategy, standards, and policies in line with business priorities and GTD's direction. Manage internal IT resources and third-party suppliers, including service performance, issue escalation, delivery coordination, and accountability against agreed outcomes. Oversee infrastructure and hardware operations including network services, servers, storage, workstation and device management, and core office technology. Ensure effective administration and support of software and business applications, including Microsoft 365, ERP and other business-critical platforms. Maintain strong oversight of cybersecurity, data protection, compliance, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity arrangements. Own IT service performance, including incident management, support responsiveness, prioritisation, monitoring, and continual improvement of support processes. Manage IT budgets, operational spending, license costs, and supplier-related spend, escalating items requiring higher approval where needed. Plan and coordinate IT projects, upgrades, rollouts, and change initiatives, ensuring structured execution, stakeholder engagement, and minimal business disruption. Work closely with department leaders to understand operational needs, support technology adoption, and align IT delivery with business processes and growth plans. Ensure documentation is maintained for systems, services, policies, risks, decisions, and operational procedures. Provide regular reporting on service performance, project progress, resource utilisation, risks, incidents, and compliance status. Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Proven experience in an IT Manager or senior IT operations / infrastructure role. Strong knowledge of IT operations across infrastructure, end-user computing, Microsoft 365, networks, service delivery, and supplier management. Experience managing third-party vendors, contracts, and operational service delivery. Good understanding of cybersecurity, IT policies, compliance, backup, and business continuity. Experience leading operational change, projects, and service improvement activity. Strong communication, decision-making, people management, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: experience in manufacturing, engineering, ERP-enabled environments, or multi-site businesses. Salary & Benefits Salary negotiable dependent on experience 37.5 hours per week (office based) 25 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays Healthcare cash plan, on-line GP, counselling and well-being On-site parking with EV chargers EV salary sacrifice scheme Join the team Ready to start your journey with us?

Leonardo UK Ltd in Basildon is seeking a Senior or Principal Systems Engineer to lead system-of-systems developments on major defence programmes. You will oversee bid to support lifecycle activities, requirement capture, design, analysis and testing, while engaging customers and suppliers across multi-disciplinary teams. You will guide architecture, integration, verification and validation, ensuring safety reviews and compliance with standards. Hybrid working in the UK is offered.

About the role Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity. The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke. We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide. What you'll be doing The purpose of the role is: To establish, operate and manage all aspects of construction materials testing (Concrete, Earthworks, Aggregates, Grout) for the earthworks and MCA backfill packages. Scope: Establishing and maintain safe methods of work for the materials team on site and in the laboratory Plan and undertake inspection and testing on site and in the laboratory as required by the contract, identifying and reporting areas of risk and opportunity immediately Maintain high standards of work and compliance with UKAS accreditation requirements Comply with the site quality system for the materials testing laboratory, including materials reporting Deliver results by deadlines as required by the contract and project teams Maintain equipment calibrations and notify the lab manager of any defects requiring attention Identifying, recording and reporting of Best Practice to project and offsite and pass to Laboratory Manager Producing summary compliance reports of material compliance as required by the contract Undertake audits of Laboratory Quality System on the project, and other contracts as required by agreed rotas and ensure that identified findings are closed out Manage dispatch of samples to external test laboratories and review reports Daily allocation of testing resources Managing supplier test results as required by the contract Who we're looking for Essential Experience in concrete and civil engineering materials testing within major infrastructure or heavy civils projects. Understanding of laboratory and field-testing procedures. Experience supporting piling / CFA / groundworks operations. Working knowledge of relevant British Standards (e.g., BS EN 206, BS 8500). Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documentation. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording results. CSCS card or ability to obtain one. Desirable Experience working on nuclear, rail, or regulated infrastructure projects. Prior involvement in large-scale civils projects (tunnels, earthworks, reinforced concrete). Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Culture principles. Experience with digital quality systems (BIM 360, Fieldview). UKAS-accredited lab experience. 4. Qualifications NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Construction Materials Testing, Civil Engineering, or equivalent. Training in concrete or geotechnical materials testing. Additional certifications (e.g., UKAS training, PASMA, Confined Space) beneficial. 42 hours per week Why work for us Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. Why join us? As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits: Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more About us Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: