Apto Solutions
Pembroke Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3BA, UK
Who this is for
An early-career engineering role inside Operate, our managed service. Security or observability background — either is welcome.
You have been working for eighteen months to three years in a hands-on technical role — a platform team, a SOC or security engineering team, an MSP or MSSP, an infrastructure or DevOps team, a vendor’s support or professional services desk — and you are looking for your first move. You have had your hands on something that runs in production and matters to somebody. You want to go deeper, faster, in a smaller business where the work you do is seen. This is not a graduate scheme and it is not a helpdesk. It is a real engineering seat with real customers, real supervision and a clear path up.
The Role
This is a hands-on engineering role inside Operate, our managed service. You will help run customer telemetry platforms day to day, improve them, and contribute to the platform that lets us run them well. You will do this as part of a small engineering pool, with a senior engineer checking your work before it reaches a customer and a line manager who is accountable for your development.
Operate has two shapes and you will work in both.
Operate Core is always-on. It is continuous ownership of a customer’s platform — health, ingestion, data quality, alerting, upgrades, capacity. There is no handover and no final deliverable. The platform is ours to keep healthy for as long as the customer is ours. Success is measured in the absence of surprises and in the platform being demonstrably better in six months than it is today.
Operate Attach is sprint-based improvement. A customer has a defined problem — noisy alerts, a data source that will not normalise, ingest costs running away, a detection gap, a migration — and we take a scoped block of work and fix it. Attach has a start, a shape and an end. It sits on top of Core, for the same customers, with the same engineers.
Alongside that you will take a share of professional services delivery: shorter, project-shaped engagements that are usually how a customer first meets us.
What You’ll do
Everything below is done with supervision at first and with increasing independence as you show you can carry it. We will be explicit with you about where that line is and how it moves.
Day-to-day health of customer platforms.
Ingestion pipelines, data quality, alerting, licensing and capacity, upgrades and patching. You will start by owning a slice of a named customer estate, and you will be expected to notice problems before the customer does.
Incident and problem work.
Triage, diagnosis and resolution — and then the harder part, which is the root cause and the permanent fix so it does not come back.
Content and configuration.
Detections, dashboards, parsers, normalisation, alert rules, pipeline routing — built properly, peer reviewed, version controlled, documented.
Attach sprints and PS work.
Taking a defined piece of a scoped improvement, delivering it, and being able to show what changed.
Automation.
If you do something manually three times, we expect you to want to automate the fourth. Most of our platform tooling started as an engineer being annoyed by something.
Documentation and runbooks.
Your own, to a standard, every time. Undocumented work is unfinished work.
What this role is NOT
Being clear about this matters as much as the role definition itself.
It is not a SOC analyst seat.
You are not sitting in a queue triaging alerts against someone else’s runbook. You help build and run the platform that the analysts depend on.
It is not a service desk or first-line support role.
You will talk to customers about technical matters, but the work is engineering, not ticket handling.
It is not a data science role.
We work with very large volumes of machine data, but the work is systems and operations engineering, not modelling or statistics. Python and dashboards are not the same thing as running a platform.
It is not a graduate scheme.
We paused our graduate hire to open this role instead, because we want someone who has already spent time in a production environment and knows what it feels like when something breaks at an awkward hour.
It is not a project role with a finish line.
Core has no end date. If what you enjoy is shipping a thing and walking away, you will find the continuous half of this job frustrating.
Who we are looking for
We are indifferent to whether your background is security or observability. Either one is a good starting point, and the interesting work at Apto sits where the two meet — the same telemetry usually has to serve both a security question and an operational one. What we need is depth in one and genuine curiosity about the other
Experience we’re looking for
Roughly eighteen months to three years in a hands-on technical role. We care much more about what you have actually done than about the number of months attached to it, and we know that at this stage most of what you have done was somebody else’s decision. That is fine. We are looking for the shape of it.
You have had your hands on a telemetry, SIEM, observability or monitoring platform that was running in production — not only in a course or a home lab. You have onboarded a data source, tuned an alert, applied an upgrade, or been the person who had to work out why the data stopped arriving.
You have carried something over time rather than only delivering a task and moving on — a set of alerts you looked after, a customer estate you knew well, an on-call rotation, a service that was yours to keep healthy.
You are comfortable in Linux, in at least one query language, and you have written scripts that did something useful. Python is what we mostly use; anything credible is a fine starting point.
You have automated or fixed something real and you can show it. A script, a repo, a before-and-after number, a description concrete enough for us to ask sensible questions about.
You can write. A clear runbook, a readable incident note, a straight message to a customer. This is a customer-facing role.
You have worked in at least one of our vendor families — Splunk, Cribl, Sentinel, Grafana, Datadog, Elastic, Prometheus, OpenTelemetry — or a close analogue. The specific product is negotiable. Real exposure is not.
If you meet most of this and not all of it, apply anyway and tell us which parts you do not have. We would rather read an honest gap than a padded CV.
The platform work – why this is interesting
Most managed service jobs are the same job with a different logo on the ticketing system. This one is not, because we are building our own platform underneath the service and you will work on it. We have replaced a vendor-licensed telemetry backend with an open-source stack we run ourselves. A base platform (secret ;-)) On top of that sits multi-vendor collection — the pattern that lets us onboard a Splunk, a Cribl or a Sentinel customer without rebuilding it from scratch each time. Beyond that, the vendors are all shipping AI and agentic layers — MCP servers, agentic investigation, cross-vendor gateways — and we already have that work live with a customer. You will get early, hands-on exposure to it while most of the industry is still writing slide decks about it.
07/09/2026
Full time
Who this is for
An early-career engineering role inside Operate, our managed service. Security or observability background — either is welcome.
You have been working for eighteen months to three years in a hands-on technical role — a platform team, a SOC or security engineering team, an MSP or MSSP, an infrastructure or DevOps team, a vendor’s support or professional services desk — and you are looking for your first move. You have had your hands on something that runs in production and matters to somebody. You want to go deeper, faster, in a smaller business where the work you do is seen. This is not a graduate scheme and it is not a helpdesk. It is a real engineering seat with real customers, real supervision and a clear path up.
The Role
This is a hands-on engineering role inside Operate, our managed service. You will help run customer telemetry platforms day to day, improve them, and contribute to the platform that lets us run them well. You will do this as part of a small engineering pool, with a senior engineer checking your work before it reaches a customer and a line manager who is accountable for your development.
Operate has two shapes and you will work in both.
Operate Core is always-on. It is continuous ownership of a customer’s platform — health, ingestion, data quality, alerting, upgrades, capacity. There is no handover and no final deliverable. The platform is ours to keep healthy for as long as the customer is ours. Success is measured in the absence of surprises and in the platform being demonstrably better in six months than it is today.
Operate Attach is sprint-based improvement. A customer has a defined problem — noisy alerts, a data source that will not normalise, ingest costs running away, a detection gap, a migration — and we take a scoped block of work and fix it. Attach has a start, a shape and an end. It sits on top of Core, for the same customers, with the same engineers.
Alongside that you will take a share of professional services delivery: shorter, project-shaped engagements that are usually how a customer first meets us.
What You’ll do
Everything below is done with supervision at first and with increasing independence as you show you can carry it. We will be explicit with you about where that line is and how it moves.
Day-to-day health of customer platforms.
Ingestion pipelines, data quality, alerting, licensing and capacity, upgrades and patching. You will start by owning a slice of a named customer estate, and you will be expected to notice problems before the customer does.
Incident and problem work.
Triage, diagnosis and resolution — and then the harder part, which is the root cause and the permanent fix so it does not come back.
Content and configuration.
Detections, dashboards, parsers, normalisation, alert rules, pipeline routing — built properly, peer reviewed, version controlled, documented.
Attach sprints and PS work.
Taking a defined piece of a scoped improvement, delivering it, and being able to show what changed.
Automation.
If you do something manually three times, we expect you to want to automate the fourth. Most of our platform tooling started as an engineer being annoyed by something.
Documentation and runbooks.
Your own, to a standard, every time. Undocumented work is unfinished work.
What this role is NOT
Being clear about this matters as much as the role definition itself.
It is not a SOC analyst seat.
You are not sitting in a queue triaging alerts against someone else’s runbook. You help build and run the platform that the analysts depend on.
It is not a service desk or first-line support role.
You will talk to customers about technical matters, but the work is engineering, not ticket handling.
It is not a data science role.
We work with very large volumes of machine data, but the work is systems and operations engineering, not modelling or statistics. Python and dashboards are not the same thing as running a platform.
It is not a graduate scheme.
We paused our graduate hire to open this role instead, because we want someone who has already spent time in a production environment and knows what it feels like when something breaks at an awkward hour.
It is not a project role with a finish line.
Core has no end date. If what you enjoy is shipping a thing and walking away, you will find the continuous half of this job frustrating.
Who we are looking for
We are indifferent to whether your background is security or observability. Either one is a good starting point, and the interesting work at Apto sits where the two meet — the same telemetry usually has to serve both a security question and an operational one. What we need is depth in one and genuine curiosity about the other
Experience we’re looking for
Roughly eighteen months to three years in a hands-on technical role. We care much more about what you have actually done than about the number of months attached to it, and we know that at this stage most of what you have done was somebody else’s decision. That is fine. We are looking for the shape of it.
You have had your hands on a telemetry, SIEM, observability or monitoring platform that was running in production — not only in a course or a home lab. You have onboarded a data source, tuned an alert, applied an upgrade, or been the person who had to work out why the data stopped arriving.
You have carried something over time rather than only delivering a task and moving on — a set of alerts you looked after, a customer estate you knew well, an on-call rotation, a service that was yours to keep healthy.
You are comfortable in Linux, in at least one query language, and you have written scripts that did something useful. Python is what we mostly use; anything credible is a fine starting point.
You have automated or fixed something real and you can show it. A script, a repo, a before-and-after number, a description concrete enough for us to ask sensible questions about.
You can write. A clear runbook, a readable incident note, a straight message to a customer. This is a customer-facing role.
You have worked in at least one of our vendor families — Splunk, Cribl, Sentinel, Grafana, Datadog, Elastic, Prometheus, OpenTelemetry — or a close analogue. The specific product is negotiable. Real exposure is not.
If you meet most of this and not all of it, apply anyway and tell us which parts you do not have. We would rather read an honest gap than a padded CV.
The platform work – why this is interesting
Most managed service jobs are the same job with a different logo on the ticketing system. This one is not, because we are building our own platform underneath the service and you will work on it. We have replaced a vendor-licensed telemetry backend with an open-source stack we run ourselves. A base platform (secret ;-)) On top of that sits multi-vendor collection — the pattern that lets us onboard a Splunk, a Cribl or a Sentinel customer without rebuilding it from scratch each time. Beyond that, the vendors are all shipping AI and agentic layers — MCP servers, agentic investigation, cross-vendor gateways — and we already have that work live with a customer. You will get early, hands-on exposure to it while most of the industry is still writing slide decks about it.
Overview
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join our growing IT team supporting schools across an Academy Trust based in and around Uttoxeter.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day technical support to staff and students across multiple school sites, acting as an escalation point for First Line Support and helping to maintain reliable, secure and effective IT services.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced school IT technician looking to develop their skills within a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Act as an escalation point for incidents and service requests passed from First Line Support.
Diagnose and resolve issues relating to Windows devices, Microsoft 365, user accounts, printing, network connectivity and educational software.
Support staff and students with day-to-day IT issues both remotely and on-site.
Configure, deploy and maintain laptops, desktops, tablets and peripheral devices.
Support classroom technology including interactive displays, projectors, audio-visual equipment and printing solutions.
Maintain accurate asset records and technical documentation.
Escalate complex infrastructure issues to senior members of the IT team when required.
Microsoft 365 Administration
Administer Microsoft 365 user accounts, licensing and permissions.
Manage Microsoft Entra ID user accounts and security groups.
Support Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint.
Assist with onboarding and offboarding staff through joiner, mover and leaver processes.
Support Microsoft Intune device management activities.
Assist with implementation of security and compliance policies.
Networking Support
Troubleshoot wired and wireless network issues.
Support switches, wireless access points, DHCP, DNS and VLAN configurations under guidance from senior engineers.
Assist with network documentation and monitoring.
Liaise with third-party suppliers where appropriate.
Education Technology Support
Support Management Information Systems (MIS) and associated educational software.
Provide support during examination periods and key school events.
Maintain classroom and curriculum technology.
Support safeguarding, filtering and monitoring solutions in accordance with Trust policies.
Team Working
Work collaboratively with colleagues across all Trust schools.
Provide excellent customer service to teaching and support staff.
Contribute to continuous improvement of IT services.
Share knowledge and best practice with other members of the IT team.
Participate in team meetings, training and professional development activities.
Essential Requirements
Experience
Previous experience working within a school, academy trust or educational environment.
Minimum two years' experience in an IT support role.
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
Experience troubleshooting Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices.
Experience supporting printers, classroom technology and educational systems.
Experience using an IT service desk or ticket management system.
Technical Knowledge
Microsoft 365 administration.
Microsoft Entra ID user management.
Windows 11 / Windows Server
Active Directory administration.
Basic networking including:
TCP/IP
DNS
DHCP
VLAN concepts
Wireless networking
Device deployment and management.
Personal Skills
Excellent problem-solving ability.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Professional and approachable manner.
Commitment to safeguarding and data security.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable Requirements
Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900).
Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102).
CompTIA Network+.
Cisco CCNA.
Experience with Microsoft Intune.
Experience with SharePoint administration.
Experience supporting MIS systems such as Arbor, Bromcom or SIMS.
PowerShell knowledge.
Working Arrangements
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum depending on experience. The top of the range will typically apply to candidates with 3+ years’ relevant experience and/or a relevant certification (e.g. MS-900, MD-102, Network+, CCNA).
Location: Academy Trust schools based in and around Uttoxeter
Contract: Full Time, Full Year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Travel: Regular travel between Trust schools required. Team members travel directly to their assigned site each morning; mileage is not paid for this travel.
DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required
Why Join Us?
Varied role across multiple schools.
Supportive and collaborative IT team.
Investment in training and certification.
Opportunity to develop into a 3rd Line or Network Manager role as part of a growing Trust and IT team.
Standard Trust pension scheme.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Laptop provided.
Varied work with opportunities to learn new skills.
Meaningful work supporting education and improving outcomes for young people.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV to hello@evolveitsupport.co.uk.
16/07/2026
Full time
Overview
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join our growing IT team supporting schools across an Academy Trust based in and around Uttoxeter.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day technical support to staff and students across multiple school sites, acting as an escalation point for First Line Support and helping to maintain reliable, secure and effective IT services.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced school IT technician looking to develop their skills within a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Act as an escalation point for incidents and service requests passed from First Line Support.
Diagnose and resolve issues relating to Windows devices, Microsoft 365, user accounts, printing, network connectivity and educational software.
Support staff and students with day-to-day IT issues both remotely and on-site.
Configure, deploy and maintain laptops, desktops, tablets and peripheral devices.
Support classroom technology including interactive displays, projectors, audio-visual equipment and printing solutions.
Maintain accurate asset records and technical documentation.
Escalate complex infrastructure issues to senior members of the IT team when required.
Microsoft 365 Administration
Administer Microsoft 365 user accounts, licensing and permissions.
Manage Microsoft Entra ID user accounts and security groups.
Support Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint.
Assist with onboarding and offboarding staff through joiner, mover and leaver processes.
Support Microsoft Intune device management activities.
Assist with implementation of security and compliance policies.
Networking Support
Troubleshoot wired and wireless network issues.
Support switches, wireless access points, DHCP, DNS and VLAN configurations under guidance from senior engineers.
Assist with network documentation and monitoring.
Liaise with third-party suppliers where appropriate.
Education Technology Support
Support Management Information Systems (MIS) and associated educational software.
Provide support during examination periods and key school events.
Maintain classroom and curriculum technology.
Support safeguarding, filtering and monitoring solutions in accordance with Trust policies.
Team Working
Work collaboratively with colleagues across all Trust schools.
Provide excellent customer service to teaching and support staff.
Contribute to continuous improvement of IT services.
Share knowledge and best practice with other members of the IT team.
Participate in team meetings, training and professional development activities.
Essential Requirements
Experience
Previous experience working within a school, academy trust or educational environment.
Minimum two years' experience in an IT support role.
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments.
Experience troubleshooting Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices.
Experience supporting printers, classroom technology and educational systems.
Experience using an IT service desk or ticket management system.
Technical Knowledge
Microsoft 365 administration.
Microsoft Entra ID user management.
Windows 11 / Windows Server
Active Directory administration.
Basic networking including:
TCP/IP
DNS
DHCP
VLAN concepts
Wireless networking
Device deployment and management.
Personal Skills
Excellent problem-solving ability.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Professional and approachable manner.
Commitment to safeguarding and data security.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable Requirements
Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900).
Microsoft Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102).
CompTIA Network+.
Cisco CCNA.
Experience with Microsoft Intune.
Experience with SharePoint administration.
Experience supporting MIS systems such as Arbor, Bromcom or SIMS.
PowerShell knowledge.
Working Arrangements
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum depending on experience. The top of the range will typically apply to candidates with 3+ years’ relevant experience and/or a relevant certification (e.g. MS-900, MD-102, Network+, CCNA).
Location: Academy Trust schools based in and around Uttoxeter
Contract: Full Time, Full Year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Travel: Regular travel between Trust schools required. Team members travel directly to their assigned site each morning; mileage is not paid for this travel.
DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required
Why Join Us?
Varied role across multiple schools.
Supportive and collaborative IT team.
Investment in training and certification.
Opportunity to develop into a 3rd Line or Network Manager role as part of a growing Trust and IT team.
Standard Trust pension scheme.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Laptop provided.
Varied work with opportunities to learn new skills.
Meaningful work supporting education and improving outcomes for young people.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV to hello@evolveitsupport.co.uk.
Automation Engineer Middleton, Manchester Up to 58,000 + 5% Bonus Permanent Rotating Day Shifts No Nights An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a highly automated Food Manufacturing operation in Middleton, Manchester . This role offers the opportunity to become the site's recognised Automation & Controls specialist , supporting a complex process manufacturing environment whilst driving automation improvements, reliability initiatives and future capital projects. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll take ownership of automation reliability across the site, working closely with Engineering and Operations teams to improve performance, reduce downtime and support future investment programmes. This position would suit an Automation Engineer who enjoys improving processes, solving complex technical challenges and implementing long-term automation solutions rather than simply reacting to day-to-day breakdowns. The Role Supporting and developing Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC systems. Maintaining and improving SCADA , control and automation systems. Delivering automation improvement and Continuous Improvement projects. Conducting root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions. Improving automation reliability and manufacturing performance. Supporting capital investment and automation upgrade projects. Identifying equipment obsolescence risks and recommending long-term improvements. Working closely with Engineering and Operations teams to improve efficiency and productivity. Providing technical support and guidance on automation and controls systems. Contributing to the site's longer-term automation and reliability strategy. The Environment This is a highly automated Food Manufacturing facility producing a range of food products within a process-driven manufacturing environment. The site includes: Allen Bradley PLCs (approximately 80% of the automation estate). Siemens S5 and S7 PLCs . SCADA systems. Industrial communications networks. Pumps and valves. Drives and motors. Flow meters and instrumentation. Storage tanks and process pipework. CIP systems. PID control systems. This is a true Process Manufacturing environment where automation, instrumentation and process control play a critical role in operational performance. What We're Looking For Experience working as an Automation Engineer , Controls Engineer or Automation & Controls Engineer. Strong PLC programming and fault-finding experience. Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs preferred. Siemens PLC experience beneficial but not essential. SCADA and industrial automation experience. Experience within Food Manufacturing , FMCG , beverage, chemical or wider process manufacturing environments. Knowledge of instrumentation, process control and PID loops. Experience working with pumps, valves, drives and flow systems. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach to reliability improvement and Continuous Improvement activities. The ability to identify opportunities to improve plant performance, maintainability and automation reliability. Experience within Food Manufacturing or FMCG is highly desirable due to the site's focus on food safety, allergen control, CIP systems and process safety. Future Projects This role offers involvement in several significant site-wide initiatives, including: New SCADA implementation planned for 2027. Industrial network infrastructure upgrades. Automation modernisation projects. Reliability-Centred Maintenance ( RCM ) initiatives. Approximately 500,000 of capital investment projects. Process optimisation and efficiency improvement programmes. We're looking for someone who can challenge the status quo, bring forward ideas and help shape the future direction of automation across the site. Salary & Benefits Up to 58,000 salary. 5% Annual Bonus. 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme. Pension matched up to 10%. Health Cash Plan. Cycle to Work Scheme. On-Site Physiotherapy. Occupational Health Support. Employee Discount Platform. Staff Referral Scheme. Working Hours - 39 hours per week Week 1 Monday to Thursday: 6:00am to 2:00pm. Friday: 6:00am to 1:00pm. Week 2 Monday to Thursday: 9:15am to 5:45pm. Friday: 11:00am to 4:00pm. No formal on-call requirement. Any support provided outside normal working hours is returned as time off in lieu . If you're an experienced Automation Engineer looking for an opportunity to influence projects, improve reliability and play a key role in the future development of a leading Food Manufacturing operation in Middleton, Manchester , we'd be interested in hearing from you. Automation Engineering, Allen Bradley PLC, Siemens S5, Siemens S7, PLC Programming, PLC Fault Finding, SCADA, Industrial Automation, Process Control, Instrumentation, PID Control, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Reliability Engineering, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Process Manufacturing, Industrial Networks, CIP Systems, Pumps, Valves, Drives, Motors, Flow Meters, Capital Projects, Controls Engineering To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
21/09/2026
Full time
Automation Engineer Middleton, Manchester Up to 58,000 + 5% Bonus Permanent Rotating Day Shifts No Nights An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a highly automated Food Manufacturing operation in Middleton, Manchester . This role offers the opportunity to become the site's recognised Automation & Controls specialist , supporting a complex process manufacturing environment whilst driving automation improvements, reliability initiatives and future capital projects. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll take ownership of automation reliability across the site, working closely with Engineering and Operations teams to improve performance, reduce downtime and support future investment programmes. This position would suit an Automation Engineer who enjoys improving processes, solving complex technical challenges and implementing long-term automation solutions rather than simply reacting to day-to-day breakdowns. The Role Supporting and developing Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC systems. Maintaining and improving SCADA , control and automation systems. Delivering automation improvement and Continuous Improvement projects. Conducting root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions. Improving automation reliability and manufacturing performance. Supporting capital investment and automation upgrade projects. Identifying equipment obsolescence risks and recommending long-term improvements. Working closely with Engineering and Operations teams to improve efficiency and productivity. Providing technical support and guidance on automation and controls systems. Contributing to the site's longer-term automation and reliability strategy. The Environment This is a highly automated Food Manufacturing facility producing a range of food products within a process-driven manufacturing environment. The site includes: Allen Bradley PLCs (approximately 80% of the automation estate). Siemens S5 and S7 PLCs . SCADA systems. Industrial communications networks. Pumps and valves. Drives and motors. Flow meters and instrumentation. Storage tanks and process pipework. CIP systems. PID control systems. This is a true Process Manufacturing environment where automation, instrumentation and process control play a critical role in operational performance. What We're Looking For Experience working as an Automation Engineer , Controls Engineer or Automation & Controls Engineer. Strong PLC programming and fault-finding experience. Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs preferred. Siemens PLC experience beneficial but not essential. SCADA and industrial automation experience. Experience within Food Manufacturing , FMCG , beverage, chemical or wider process manufacturing environments. Knowledge of instrumentation, process control and PID loops. Experience working with pumps, valves, drives and flow systems. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach to reliability improvement and Continuous Improvement activities. The ability to identify opportunities to improve plant performance, maintainability and automation reliability. Experience within Food Manufacturing or FMCG is highly desirable due to the site's focus on food safety, allergen control, CIP systems and process safety. Future Projects This role offers involvement in several significant site-wide initiatives, including: New SCADA implementation planned for 2027. Industrial network infrastructure upgrades. Automation modernisation projects. Reliability-Centred Maintenance ( RCM ) initiatives. Approximately 500,000 of capital investment projects. Process optimisation and efficiency improvement programmes. We're looking for someone who can challenge the status quo, bring forward ideas and help shape the future direction of automation across the site. Salary & Benefits Up to 58,000 salary. 5% Annual Bonus. 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme. Pension matched up to 10%. Health Cash Plan. Cycle to Work Scheme. On-Site Physiotherapy. Occupational Health Support. Employee Discount Platform. Staff Referral Scheme. Working Hours - 39 hours per week Week 1 Monday to Thursday: 6:00am to 2:00pm. Friday: 6:00am to 1:00pm. Week 2 Monday to Thursday: 9:15am to 5:45pm. Friday: 11:00am to 4:00pm. No formal on-call requirement. Any support provided outside normal working hours is returned as time off in lieu . If you're an experienced Automation Engineer looking for an opportunity to influence projects, improve reliability and play a key role in the future development of a leading Food Manufacturing operation in Middleton, Manchester , we'd be interested in hearing from you. Automation Engineering, Allen Bradley PLC, Siemens S5, Siemens S7, PLC Programming, PLC Fault Finding, SCADA, Industrial Automation, Process Control, Instrumentation, PID Control, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Reliability Engineering, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Process Manufacturing, Industrial Networks, CIP Systems, Pumps, Valves, Drives, Motors, Flow Meters, Capital Projects, Controls Engineering To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Linux Administrator - DV Clearance - 12 Months - Inside IR35 - Reading (Onsite) My client a leading technology company is looking for a Linux Administrator to join a high-profile programme. This role will focus on supporting and maintaining Linux infrastructure, managing VMware environments, automating administration tasks, and ensuring platform stability, performance and security. Key Skills & Experience: Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, Rocky Linux or similar) VMware vSphere / ESXi administration Ansible automation Bash / Shell scripting Infrastructure troubleshooting and performance monitoring Security hardening and patch management Networking, storage and permissions management Experience with Docker or Podman beneficial Familiarity with Git and CI/CD practices Due to the nature of the project and the programme's onboarding timescales, candidates must hold active DV clearance If the role aligns with your experience please apply with your updated CV
21/09/2026
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Linux Administrator - DV Clearance - 12 Months - Inside IR35 - Reading (Onsite) My client a leading technology company is looking for a Linux Administrator to join a high-profile programme. This role will focus on supporting and maintaining Linux infrastructure, managing VMware environments, automating administration tasks, and ensuring platform stability, performance and security. Key Skills & Experience: Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, Rocky Linux or similar) VMware vSphere / ESXi administration Ansible automation Bash / Shell scripting Infrastructure troubleshooting and performance monitoring Security hardening and patch management Networking, storage and permissions management Experience with Docker or Podman beneficial Familiarity with Git and CI/CD practices Due to the nature of the project and the programme's onboarding timescales, candidates must hold active DV clearance If the role aligns with your experience please apply with your updated CV
Multiverse Computing Multiverse Computing is a fast-growing deep-tech company founded in 2019 and recognized by CB Insights as one of the 100 most promising AI companies globally. We are the largest quantum software company in the EU, with 250+ employees worldwide building advanced AI and quantum solutions that help enterprises tackle complex, high-impact challenges across industries such as finance, energy, manufacturing, telecom, and industrials. Our mission is to enable organizations to gain a meaningful competitive edge through cutting-edge AI and quantum technologies. Why join us? We are a European deep-tech leader in quantum and AI, backed by major global strategic investors and strong EU support. Our groundbreaking technology is already transforming how AI is deployed worldwide - compressing large language models by up to 95% without losing accuracy and cutting inference costs by 50-80%. Joining us means working on cutting-edge solutions that make AI faster, greener, and more accessible - and being part of a company often described as a "quantum-AI unicorn in the making." This opportunity is to work in our offices in London, UK. We are looking for a talented Solutions Architect to join our pre-sales team and bridge the gap between our technology and our customers' needs, crafting innovative, scalable, and robust AI- powered solutions. Key requirements: Previous experience in a technical partner pre-sales or consulting role with a heavy emphasis on partner and customer-facing interactions (i.e. Solutions Architect, Sales Engineer, Implementation Consultant, Forward Deployment Engineer) Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to interface effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders; experience writing technical proposals or responding to RFPs/tenders; experience running hands-on product demos independently. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and AI/ML services (e.g., SageMaker, Vertex AI, AzureML), including sovereign, on-premise, and hybrid deployment models. Understanding of LLM inference stacks (vLLM, llama.cpp, OpenVINO) and model delivery formats (ONNX, safetensors, HuggingFace model hub). Understanding of benchmarking and LLM performance evaluation (accuracy, latency, throughput). Hands-on coding skills in Python, and familiarity with ML libraries and frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face). Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field. Must be available to travel as needed for meetings, conferences, and project requirements. Languages: English. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Computer Vision models, Speech models, Vision-Language models, and other modalities. Experience with AI model optimization, quantization, or deployment to edge devices. Familiarity with MLOps tools and practices: CI/CD, monitoring, and orchestration frameworks (e.g., Kubeflow, Flyte, MLflow); proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes for AI workload containerization. Hands-on experience designing RAG pipelines and/or multi-agent systems Understanding of sizing GPU infrastructure for LLM inference or training workloads (memory, throughput, hardware tiers from A10 to H200). Experience designing data architectures (batch & streaming) and working with big data technologies. Knowledge of data privacy and ethical considerations in AI, including GDPR compliance and familiarity with the EU AI Act. Location: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based Perks & Benefits: Equal pay guaranteed. Signing bonus. Relocation package (if applicable). Eligibility for educational budget according to internal policy. Hybrid opportunity. Flexible working hours. Language classes and discounted lunch options Working in a high paced environment, working on cutting edge technologies. Career plan. Opportunity to learn and teach. As an equal opportunity employer, Multiverse Computing is committed to building an inclusive workplace. The company welcomes people from all different backgrounds, including age, citizenship, ethnic and racial origins, gender identities, individuals with disabilities, marital status, religions and ideologies, and sexual orientations to apply.
20/09/2026
Full time
Multiverse Computing Multiverse Computing is a fast-growing deep-tech company founded in 2019 and recognized by CB Insights as one of the 100 most promising AI companies globally. We are the largest quantum software company in the EU, with 250+ employees worldwide building advanced AI and quantum solutions that help enterprises tackle complex, high-impact challenges across industries such as finance, energy, manufacturing, telecom, and industrials. Our mission is to enable organizations to gain a meaningful competitive edge through cutting-edge AI and quantum technologies. Why join us? We are a European deep-tech leader in quantum and AI, backed by major global strategic investors and strong EU support. Our groundbreaking technology is already transforming how AI is deployed worldwide - compressing large language models by up to 95% without losing accuracy and cutting inference costs by 50-80%. Joining us means working on cutting-edge solutions that make AI faster, greener, and more accessible - and being part of a company often described as a "quantum-AI unicorn in the making." This opportunity is to work in our offices in London, UK. We are looking for a talented Solutions Architect to join our pre-sales team and bridge the gap between our technology and our customers' needs, crafting innovative, scalable, and robust AI- powered solutions. Key requirements: Previous experience in a technical partner pre-sales or consulting role with a heavy emphasis on partner and customer-facing interactions (i.e. Solutions Architect, Sales Engineer, Implementation Consultant, Forward Deployment Engineer) Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to interface effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders; experience writing technical proposals or responding to RFPs/tenders; experience running hands-on product demos independently. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and AI/ML services (e.g., SageMaker, Vertex AI, AzureML), including sovereign, on-premise, and hybrid deployment models. Understanding of LLM inference stacks (vLLM, llama.cpp, OpenVINO) and model delivery formats (ONNX, safetensors, HuggingFace model hub). Understanding of benchmarking and LLM performance evaluation (accuracy, latency, throughput). Hands-on coding skills in Python, and familiarity with ML libraries and frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face). Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field. Must be available to travel as needed for meetings, conferences, and project requirements. Languages: English. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Computer Vision models, Speech models, Vision-Language models, and other modalities. Experience with AI model optimization, quantization, or deployment to edge devices. Familiarity with MLOps tools and practices: CI/CD, monitoring, and orchestration frameworks (e.g., Kubeflow, Flyte, MLflow); proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes for AI workload containerization. Hands-on experience designing RAG pipelines and/or multi-agent systems Understanding of sizing GPU infrastructure for LLM inference or training workloads (memory, throughput, hardware tiers from A10 to H200). Experience designing data architectures (batch & streaming) and working with big data technologies. Knowledge of data privacy and ethical considerations in AI, including GDPR compliance and familiarity with the EU AI Act. Location: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based Perks & Benefits: Equal pay guaranteed. Signing bonus. Relocation package (if applicable). Eligibility for educational budget according to internal policy. Hybrid opportunity. Flexible working hours. Language classes and discounted lunch options Working in a high paced environment, working on cutting edge technologies. Career plan. Opportunity to learn and teach. As an equal opportunity employer, Multiverse Computing is committed to building an inclusive workplace. The company welcomes people from all different backgrounds, including age, citizenship, ethnic and racial origins, gender identities, individuals with disabilities, marital status, religions and ideologies, and sexual orientations to apply.
Enterprise Architect Birmingham Hybrid Working - Salary circa £85k, Total Package circa £110k+ Closing date for consideration is realistically COP 21st Sept, this role wont be on the market long AMTIS is supporting a major organisation undertaking significant technology investment and transformation. We're looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to play a key role in defining how technology evolves over the coming years, helping to shape future capabilities across cloud, data, AI, digital platforms, integration and security. This position sits at the heart of technology decision-making, providing the opportunity to influence strategic direction, guide investment priorities and help establish the technology foundations required for future growth. The Opportunity This is a career-defining role for an Enterprise Architect who enjoys balancing long-term vision with practical delivery. You'll be responsible for developing enterprise architecture frameworks, defining target-state architectures and ensuring major technology initiatives align with broader business goals and future operating requirements. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across technology and the wider business, helping to evaluate technology choices, reduce unnecessary complexity and support the adoption of modern platforms and emerging technologies. A particular focus will be placed on helping the organisation leverage cloud technologies, data platforms and AI capabilities while maintaining a robust approach to governance, security and risk management. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve enterprise architecture principles, standards and operating models. Develop target-state architecture across applications, data, infrastructure and digital platforms. Influence technology strategy and long-range technology planning. Support major investment decisions with architectural insight and commercial awareness. Review significant programmes and initiatives to ensure alignment with future-state objectives. Drive platform simplification, rationalisation and technology lifecycle planning. Help shape the organisation's approach to AI adoption and emerging technology opportunities. Work across cloud, integration, security and data domains to create a coherent enterprise technology roadmap. Collaborate with architecture, engineering and delivery teams to support transformation programmes. Engage senior leadership teams on technology opportunities, risks and strategic options. What We're Looking For Significant experience operating as an Enterprise Architect within a complex environment. Strong background in technology strategy and enterprise-wide technology planning. Experience defining target architectures and technology roadmaps. Broad knowledge across: Cloud Platforms AI & Emerging Technologies Data & Analytics Integration Architecture Security & Identity Enterprise Applications Experience supporting large-scale transformation and modernisation programmes. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Ability to translate business objectives into practical technology direction. Why This Role Stands Out Enterprise Architecture jobs often talk about governance and standards. This opportunity is different. You'll have genuine influence over future technology direction and the adoption of modern capabilities including AI, cloud-native platforms, digital services and data-driven decision making. Apply now for immediate consideration - drop Amtis a message for a confidential discussion
19/09/2026
Full time
Enterprise Architect Birmingham Hybrid Working - Salary circa £85k, Total Package circa £110k+ Closing date for consideration is realistically COP 21st Sept, this role wont be on the market long AMTIS is supporting a major organisation undertaking significant technology investment and transformation. We're looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to play a key role in defining how technology evolves over the coming years, helping to shape future capabilities across cloud, data, AI, digital platforms, integration and security. This position sits at the heart of technology decision-making, providing the opportunity to influence strategic direction, guide investment priorities and help establish the technology foundations required for future growth. The Opportunity This is a career-defining role for an Enterprise Architect who enjoys balancing long-term vision with practical delivery. You'll be responsible for developing enterprise architecture frameworks, defining target-state architectures and ensuring major technology initiatives align with broader business goals and future operating requirements. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across technology and the wider business, helping to evaluate technology choices, reduce unnecessary complexity and support the adoption of modern platforms and emerging technologies. A particular focus will be placed on helping the organisation leverage cloud technologies, data platforms and AI capabilities while maintaining a robust approach to governance, security and risk management. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve enterprise architecture principles, standards and operating models. Develop target-state architecture across applications, data, infrastructure and digital platforms. Influence technology strategy and long-range technology planning. Support major investment decisions with architectural insight and commercial awareness. Review significant programmes and initiatives to ensure alignment with future-state objectives. Drive platform simplification, rationalisation and technology lifecycle planning. Help shape the organisation's approach to AI adoption and emerging technology opportunities. Work across cloud, integration, security and data domains to create a coherent enterprise technology roadmap. Collaborate with architecture, engineering and delivery teams to support transformation programmes. Engage senior leadership teams on technology opportunities, risks and strategic options. What We're Looking For Significant experience operating as an Enterprise Architect within a complex environment. Strong background in technology strategy and enterprise-wide technology planning. Experience defining target architectures and technology roadmaps. Broad knowledge across: Cloud Platforms AI & Emerging Technologies Data & Analytics Integration Architecture Security & Identity Enterprise Applications Experience supporting large-scale transformation and modernisation programmes. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Ability to translate business objectives into practical technology direction. Why This Role Stands Out Enterprise Architecture jobs often talk about governance and standards. This opportunity is different. You'll have genuine influence over future technology direction and the adoption of modern capabilities including AI, cloud-native platforms, digital services and data-driven decision making. Apply now for immediate consideration - drop Amtis a message for a confidential discussion
Senior Software Engineer About Us Exam Papers Plus is one of the UK's best-known names in 11+ and high-stakes exam preparation, trusted by over 100,000 families. We have built a large bank of exam resources, mapped to subject, question type, skill and difficulty, and recently launched a learning platform that adapts to each child's learning profile and puts that material in front of children and parents in a guided way. About the Role As Senior Software Engineer you will be a hands-on, full-stack contributor on our core platform, working closely with our Lead Engineer and an external development team that uses AI tools to move quickly without sacrificing quality. Your focus is shipping features at pace while holding a high bar on quality through thorough testing and code review. You will be a strong voice in technical discussions and a reliable pair of hands the team can lean on, without carrying the management load. What you'll be responsible for: Building and shipping features across our learner and content platforms (React, Node.js, NestJS), taking work from spec through to production. Using AI tools such as Cursor and Claude to accelerate your work, while owning the validation so that code quality, security and performance meet our standards. Following and helping to uphold our engineering practices, contributing to code reviews and writing automated tests so we do not accumulate technical debt. Working alongside the Lead Engineer and other Engineers, pairing when useful, sharing what you know and helping less experienced colleagues get unstuck. Contributing to design and architecture discussions for new features, flagging trade-offs and suggesting pragmatic solutions. What you'll bring: Three or more years as a Full-stack Engineer, with at least some of that time at a senior level. Strong TypeScript across our stack a pnpm and Turborepo monorepo, React 19 with TanStack Start, Router and Query, Tailwind CSS, Prisma and PostgreSQL (Supabase), Better-Auth and Stripe, deployed to Google Cloud Run via GitHub Actions with Terraform-managed infrastructure. Comfort with AI-assisted development and experience using tools like Cursor or Claude sensibly in a day-to-day workflow. A track record of shipping quality code fast, balancing velocity with standards. A pragmatic approach sensible trade-offs between perfect and good enough, always asking what matters most for the user. Ownership you see the work you pick up through without constant oversight. Clear communication you explain technical decisions well, give and take feedback, and work well with product and design. Experience in edtech, learning platforms, student data or educational workflows would help. What success looks like: You are consistently delivering significant features each sprint to a high standard, without adding technical debt. Your code is well tested, your reviews are thoughtful, and you help catch bad patterns before they land. Within three months the Lead Engineer can hand you complex work with confidence, and you are a go-to person for other Engineers. You have contributed to a handful of technical decisions that made the codebase simpler or faster to work in. You are using AI tools effectively, reliably validating what they produce, and helping the team do the same. What's On Offer: £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience. Permanent, full time, hybrid with two days a week in our Clerkenwell, London office. 28 days' holiday and 5% employer pension contribution. Eligibility for the group bonus scheme. You must be based in the UK with the right to work here.
18/09/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer About Us Exam Papers Plus is one of the UK's best-known names in 11+ and high-stakes exam preparation, trusted by over 100,000 families. We have built a large bank of exam resources, mapped to subject, question type, skill and difficulty, and recently launched a learning platform that adapts to each child's learning profile and puts that material in front of children and parents in a guided way. About the Role As Senior Software Engineer you will be a hands-on, full-stack contributor on our core platform, working closely with our Lead Engineer and an external development team that uses AI tools to move quickly without sacrificing quality. Your focus is shipping features at pace while holding a high bar on quality through thorough testing and code review. You will be a strong voice in technical discussions and a reliable pair of hands the team can lean on, without carrying the management load. What you'll be responsible for: Building and shipping features across our learner and content platforms (React, Node.js, NestJS), taking work from spec through to production. Using AI tools such as Cursor and Claude to accelerate your work, while owning the validation so that code quality, security and performance meet our standards. Following and helping to uphold our engineering practices, contributing to code reviews and writing automated tests so we do not accumulate technical debt. Working alongside the Lead Engineer and other Engineers, pairing when useful, sharing what you know and helping less experienced colleagues get unstuck. Contributing to design and architecture discussions for new features, flagging trade-offs and suggesting pragmatic solutions. What you'll bring: Three or more years as a Full-stack Engineer, with at least some of that time at a senior level. Strong TypeScript across our stack a pnpm and Turborepo monorepo, React 19 with TanStack Start, Router and Query, Tailwind CSS, Prisma and PostgreSQL (Supabase), Better-Auth and Stripe, deployed to Google Cloud Run via GitHub Actions with Terraform-managed infrastructure. Comfort with AI-assisted development and experience using tools like Cursor or Claude sensibly in a day-to-day workflow. A track record of shipping quality code fast, balancing velocity with standards. A pragmatic approach sensible trade-offs between perfect and good enough, always asking what matters most for the user. Ownership you see the work you pick up through without constant oversight. Clear communication you explain technical decisions well, give and take feedback, and work well with product and design. Experience in edtech, learning platforms, student data or educational workflows would help. What success looks like: You are consistently delivering significant features each sprint to a high standard, without adding technical debt. Your code is well tested, your reviews are thoughtful, and you help catch bad patterns before they land. Within three months the Lead Engineer can hand you complex work with confidence, and you are a go-to person for other Engineers. You have contributed to a handful of technical decisions that made the codebase simpler or faster to work in. You are using AI tools effectively, reliably validating what they produce, and helping the team do the same. What's On Offer: £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience. Permanent, full time, hybrid with two days a week in our Clerkenwell, London office. 28 days' holiday and 5% employer pension contribution. Eligibility for the group bonus scheme. You must be based in the UK with the right to work here.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Network Security Engineer to join a department to assist with protecting critical systems and ensuring the security of network infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Playing a key role in safeguarding the organisations network infrastructure Working with the SOC team on incident response and triage activity Designing and implementing robust security solutions to protect against threats Collaborating with cross functional teams, implementing changes securely Identifying vulnerabilities and managing security incidents Ensuring compliance with industry best practices The ideal candidate would have: Understanding of cyber security capabilities Existing knowledge of Darktrace Antigena and Respond Strong ability to interpret complex information via use of packet capture Proven ability to review SOC alerting The ideal candidate must have: Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching and VLANs Strong expertise in configuring and troubleshooting firewalls e.g. Cisco, Checkpoint, Palo Alto Hands on experience in next-gen firewalls and advancing security features Experience in managing secure proxy solutions Understanding of network architectures and security zones In depth knowledge of security protocols Proficient in monitoring technologies This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays Local Government Pension Scheme with strong employer contributions Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to health and wellbeing support programmes Employee assistance programme offering confidential advice and support Opportunities for continuous professional development and training Discounts and benefits platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jamie ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
18/09/2026
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Network Security Engineer to join a department to assist with protecting critical systems and ensuring the security of network infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Playing a key role in safeguarding the organisations network infrastructure Working with the SOC team on incident response and triage activity Designing and implementing robust security solutions to protect against threats Collaborating with cross functional teams, implementing changes securely Identifying vulnerabilities and managing security incidents Ensuring compliance with industry best practices The ideal candidate would have: Understanding of cyber security capabilities Existing knowledge of Darktrace Antigena and Respond Strong ability to interpret complex information via use of packet capture Proven ability to review SOC alerting The ideal candidate must have: Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching and VLANs Strong expertise in configuring and troubleshooting firewalls e.g. Cisco, Checkpoint, Palo Alto Hands on experience in next-gen firewalls and advancing security features Experience in managing secure proxy solutions Understanding of network architectures and security zones In depth knowledge of security protocols Proficient in monitoring technologies This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays Local Government Pension Scheme with strong employer contributions Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to health and wellbeing support programmes Employee assistance programme offering confidential advice and support Opportunities for continuous professional development and training Discounts and benefits platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jamie ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ Salary: 50,000- 58,000 per annum depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Here at Acorn we are looking for a passionate Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join us in Hands-on multi-disciplined technical support role within the IT infrastructure support and 3rd line escalation team. Within this team you will be supporting the Infrastructure Support Manager in driving delivery of robust, performant, resilient and recoverable infrastructure and systems, a mixture of on-premises and Azure. You will be supporting the technical development of the internal infrastructure team, maintaining infrastructure best practice and standards as well as ensuring all platforms are secure and meet all legislative compliance requirements. What you will be doing: You will be in a hands-on technical lead role within the infrastructure team, supporting the promotion of technical excellence and quality across the team and leading knowledge transfer. Use your expertise of classic infrastructure disciplines, technologies & best practices to drive the deployment and management of the on-premises infrastructure, ensuring all infrastructure assets and interfaces have appropriate monitors, alerts, backups and recovery plans in place. Although this role does not directly manage the Azure platform, it is expected that this role will manage aspects with the platform, requiring knowledge and close collaboration with the cloud platform team Use your experience to help the delivery of best-of-breed 3rd line support function, ensuring tickets and issues raised are managed efficiently and to expected quality, within SLA. Be continually aware of enhancements available within current deployed infrastructure solutions as well as any shifts in technology & enhancements benefitting the business. Work cross functionally with our Project, Development, Cloud Platform, and SecOps teams for new deployments, providing continual management and maintenance. Supporting the development of disaster recovery plans and maintaining operational resilience within the infrastructure remit. Lead technical evaluation of products within the infrastructure domain, participating in the deployment & implementation of the infrastructure technologies. Contribute to the technical design of best of breed infrastructure solutions, exploiting industry best practice. Work with the SecOps engineers to remediate any vulnerabilities identified within remit. About You: Critical Competencies: Minimum 4 years' Infrastructure experience, with minimum of 1yrs in a similar senior capacity or performing senior duties within a team of engineers with a support background. Excellent Active Directory and associated services skills Experience with broad variety of classic infrastructure disciplines & technologies; Network, Windows Server, Storage, Virtualisation, Security and Mail and associated services and functions Experience of team supervision, or mentoring would be an advantage. High level of knowledge with Office 365 suite of applications, security, and tools Excellent Microsoft Exchange skills, ideally in Hybrid solution Previous experience in designing and leading implementation of infrastructure solutions. Experience using infrastructure auto-deployment and scripting techniques; PowerShell, Ansible Experience of the development of design and documenting technical solutions Proactive and logical approach to fault identification, troubleshooting and problem solving. Working knowledge of ITIL What we are looking for: Network technologies; All LAN/WAN components, routing and protocols Windows Server and storage architecture solutions MS Exchange and messaging techniques and troubleshooting, ideally in hybrid setup An understanding of cloud computing platforms, principals, and services PowerShell or similar Scripting solutions Zero-trust solutions, VPN, SSO setup, PIM and MFA solutions Perimeter and Endpoint Security solutions, SWEG, Web Access, Anti-Malware config Microsoft Windows Server OS, updating, upgrading, Linux experience an advantage Backup & Recovery design and testing Mitigating infrastructure and operating system security vulnerabilities MS Office 365 platform support; SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Intune management Working within a ticket management system with SLA and KPI adherence Any certification or working experience supporting or implementing several of the infrastructure technologies listed below would be an advantage. Linux Server configuration and support MS SQL server and support Deploying and supporting cloud infrastructure, any platform an advantage Web application development techniques and tools, XML, .Net framework, and development lifecycle, to provide adequate support to the developer teams Jira helpdesk and confluence Terraform IaC deployments Remote Desktop RDS/AVD/VDI environments Supporting and securing Macbook devices IP Telephony design, implementation and/or support Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; IT Manager, Senior IT Engineer, Network Manager, Senior Infrastructure Manager, IT System Manager, Senior System Engineer, may also be considered for this role.
18/09/2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ Salary: 50,000- 58,000 per annum depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Here at Acorn we are looking for a passionate Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join us in Hands-on multi-disciplined technical support role within the IT infrastructure support and 3rd line escalation team. Within this team you will be supporting the Infrastructure Support Manager in driving delivery of robust, performant, resilient and recoverable infrastructure and systems, a mixture of on-premises and Azure. You will be supporting the technical development of the internal infrastructure team, maintaining infrastructure best practice and standards as well as ensuring all platforms are secure and meet all legislative compliance requirements. What you will be doing: You will be in a hands-on technical lead role within the infrastructure team, supporting the promotion of technical excellence and quality across the team and leading knowledge transfer. Use your expertise of classic infrastructure disciplines, technologies & best practices to drive the deployment and management of the on-premises infrastructure, ensuring all infrastructure assets and interfaces have appropriate monitors, alerts, backups and recovery plans in place. Although this role does not directly manage the Azure platform, it is expected that this role will manage aspects with the platform, requiring knowledge and close collaboration with the cloud platform team Use your experience to help the delivery of best-of-breed 3rd line support function, ensuring tickets and issues raised are managed efficiently and to expected quality, within SLA. Be continually aware of enhancements available within current deployed infrastructure solutions as well as any shifts in technology & enhancements benefitting the business. Work cross functionally with our Project, Development, Cloud Platform, and SecOps teams for new deployments, providing continual management and maintenance. Supporting the development of disaster recovery plans and maintaining operational resilience within the infrastructure remit. Lead technical evaluation of products within the infrastructure domain, participating in the deployment & implementation of the infrastructure technologies. Contribute to the technical design of best of breed infrastructure solutions, exploiting industry best practice. Work with the SecOps engineers to remediate any vulnerabilities identified within remit. About You: Critical Competencies: Minimum 4 years' Infrastructure experience, with minimum of 1yrs in a similar senior capacity or performing senior duties within a team of engineers with a support background. Excellent Active Directory and associated services skills Experience with broad variety of classic infrastructure disciplines & technologies; Network, Windows Server, Storage, Virtualisation, Security and Mail and associated services and functions Experience of team supervision, or mentoring would be an advantage. High level of knowledge with Office 365 suite of applications, security, and tools Excellent Microsoft Exchange skills, ideally in Hybrid solution Previous experience in designing and leading implementation of infrastructure solutions. Experience using infrastructure auto-deployment and scripting techniques; PowerShell, Ansible Experience of the development of design and documenting technical solutions Proactive and logical approach to fault identification, troubleshooting and problem solving. Working knowledge of ITIL What we are looking for: Network technologies; All LAN/WAN components, routing and protocols Windows Server and storage architecture solutions MS Exchange and messaging techniques and troubleshooting, ideally in hybrid setup An understanding of cloud computing platforms, principals, and services PowerShell or similar Scripting solutions Zero-trust solutions, VPN, SSO setup, PIM and MFA solutions Perimeter and Endpoint Security solutions, SWEG, Web Access, Anti-Malware config Microsoft Windows Server OS, updating, upgrading, Linux experience an advantage Backup & Recovery design and testing Mitigating infrastructure and operating system security vulnerabilities MS Office 365 platform support; SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Intune management Working within a ticket management system with SLA and KPI adherence Any certification or working experience supporting or implementing several of the infrastructure technologies listed below would be an advantage. Linux Server configuration and support MS SQL server and support Deploying and supporting cloud infrastructure, any platform an advantage Web application development techniques and tools, XML, .Net framework, and development lifecycle, to provide adequate support to the developer teams Jira helpdesk and confluence Terraform IaC deployments Remote Desktop RDS/AVD/VDI environments Supporting and securing Macbook devices IP Telephony design, implementation and/or support Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; IT Manager, Senior IT Engineer, Network Manager, Senior Infrastructure Manager, IT System Manager, Senior System Engineer, may also be considered for this role.
Senior .Net Developer, C# / VB.Net, API, SQL, NW London to £85K A Back End Developer is required to join this established financial software house based in North London. They work with some of the leading brands in retail and media, offering financial management systems developed in house by their small dynamic team of tech professionals. Due to growth a Senior .Net Back End Developer is required with expertise in Visual Basic .NET, C#, SQL Server, and SAP Business One integration. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in RESTful API development, database optimization, and Azure DevOps pipeline management. Knowledge of API security, CI/CD automation, and Swagger documentation is recommended. Responsibilities API Development : Build and maintain RESTful APIs in VB.NET and C#, integrating with SQL Server and SAP Business One backend tables Database Management : Write optimized SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies to efficiently handle large datasets Performance Optimization : Monitor and enhance API performance, database query execution, and application scalability Documentation : Maintain clear and detailed documentation for APIs, database structures and all the back-end infrastructure Collaboration : Work closely with SAP consultants, frontend developers, and DevOps engineers to ensure seamless system integration Code Quality : Conduct code reviews, debugging, and error handling to maintain system reliability Best Practices : Stay up to date with API design standards, database performance tuning, and cloud integration trends What You ll Need 5+ years of backend development experience Strong .NET and C# skills for API development and business logic implementation Expertise in SQL Server, including query optimization, indexing, and stored procedures Proficiency in RESTful API development, with a strong understanding of error handling, logging, and monitoring Good understanding of Windows Forms Experience with Git, version control workflows, and agile development methodologies What Would Be Good to Have Experience setting up and managing Azure DevOps pipelines for CI/CD automation Good familiarity with Swagger for API documentation SAP Business One or similar accounting system experience Hands-on experience with SAP backend table integration via APIs Knowledge of Azure services for API hosting and cloud infrastructure management Knowledge of web frontend technologies This role is fully office based
18/09/2026
Full time
Senior .Net Developer, C# / VB.Net, API, SQL, NW London to £85K A Back End Developer is required to join this established financial software house based in North London. They work with some of the leading brands in retail and media, offering financial management systems developed in house by their small dynamic team of tech professionals. Due to growth a Senior .Net Back End Developer is required with expertise in Visual Basic .NET, C#, SQL Server, and SAP Business One integration. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in RESTful API development, database optimization, and Azure DevOps pipeline management. Knowledge of API security, CI/CD automation, and Swagger documentation is recommended. Responsibilities API Development : Build and maintain RESTful APIs in VB.NET and C#, integrating with SQL Server and SAP Business One backend tables Database Management : Write optimized SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies to efficiently handle large datasets Performance Optimization : Monitor and enhance API performance, database query execution, and application scalability Documentation : Maintain clear and detailed documentation for APIs, database structures and all the back-end infrastructure Collaboration : Work closely with SAP consultants, frontend developers, and DevOps engineers to ensure seamless system integration Code Quality : Conduct code reviews, debugging, and error handling to maintain system reliability Best Practices : Stay up to date with API design standards, database performance tuning, and cloud integration trends What You ll Need 5+ years of backend development experience Strong .NET and C# skills for API development and business logic implementation Expertise in SQL Server, including query optimization, indexing, and stored procedures Proficiency in RESTful API development, with a strong understanding of error handling, logging, and monitoring Good understanding of Windows Forms Experience with Git, version control workflows, and agile development methodologies What Would Be Good to Have Experience setting up and managing Azure DevOps pipelines for CI/CD automation Good familiarity with Swagger for API documentation SAP Business One or similar accounting system experience Hands-on experience with SAP backend table integration via APIs Knowledge of Azure services for API hosting and cloud infrastructure management Knowledge of web frontend technologies This role is fully office based
Job Title: Technical Lead Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ / Hybrid (3 days in office) Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday We're looking for a Tech Lead to guide a talented, cross-functional squad as they design, build and deliver products that make a real difference for our customers. You'll lead a team made up of backend and frontend developers, QA and automation testers, designers, product managers and business analysts. Together, you'll create and evolve high-quality software using modern engineering practices and a microservice architecture built on Azure. As Tech Lead, you'll be hands-on with the code while supporting others to grow. You'll set technical direction, drive standards and help shape how your squad works, with real autonomy and trust. You'll collaborate closely with the Architecture Team to ensure your services fit seamlessly into our broader platform and long-term technical strategy. We work together in our Liverpool HQ three days a week because collaboration, quick feedback and creative problem-solving are key to how we deliver. Your Impact: The systems you'll design, and lead will power key parts of our products, used by thousands of customers every day. Your technical decisions will directly influence product quality, performance and customer experience. You'll help your team deliver features that are reliable, scalable and genuinely improve how people interact with our services. What You'll Do: Lead a multidisciplinary squad to deliver high-quality, production-ready software Design and build scalable microservices in .NET and Azure Contribute to the evolution of our microservice architecture and integration patterns Collaborate with frontend developers working in React and Next.js to deliver seamless user experiences Partner with product managers, BAs and designers to translate customer needs into clear technical plans Work closely with QA and automation testers to ensure quality and reliability are built in from the start Stay hands-on with code while mentoring developers and promoting best practices Drive technical discussions, champion clean architecture and improve our engineering standards Contribute to wider engineering initiatives, including developer experience and shared tooling Our Tech Stack: Backend: C#, .NET 8.0, Redis, MongoDb, SQL Server, Entity Framework, MassTransit, Mediator Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript Infrastructure: Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Nginx, RabbitMQ Architecture: Microservices, Event-driven patterns, Clean Architecture Observability and Monitoring: Grafana, Loki, Sentry, PostHog Tooling and Practices: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies What We're Looking For: Proven experience leading software delivery within a microservice-based environment Strong technical background in .NET and Azure Comfortable working across the stack, with deeper expertise in backend systems Experience mentoring and guiding developers in a collaborative, agile setup Product-focused mindset with an understanding of trade-offs between speed, scalability and user experience Excellent communicator who brings clarity and empathy to technical discussions Passion for clean, maintainable code and continuous improvement Curious and proactive, always looking for better ways to build, measure and deliver Why Join Us: Real autonomy to shape how your squad designs, builds and delivers software A modern, cloud-native architecture that encourages experimentation and ownership Work with talented developers, designers, testers and product professionals who care about what they build Influence technical decisions that shape the direction of our products and platforms Opportunities to grow into staff, principal or architecture-focused leadership roles A supportive, transparent culture where craftsmanship, curiosity and learning are celebrated Regular opportunities for professional development, conferences and innovation time A Few Things to Know Before You Apply Checks & Clearances All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard. Visa Requirements Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Technical Lead, Technical Team Lead, Technical Engineering Lead, Lead Programmer, Lead Software Engineer, Technical Architect, Solutions Architect, Technical Project Manager, Technical Manager may also be considered for this role.
18/09/2026
Full time
Job Title: Technical Lead Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ / Hybrid (3 days in office) Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday We're looking for a Tech Lead to guide a talented, cross-functional squad as they design, build and deliver products that make a real difference for our customers. You'll lead a team made up of backend and frontend developers, QA and automation testers, designers, product managers and business analysts. Together, you'll create and evolve high-quality software using modern engineering practices and a microservice architecture built on Azure. As Tech Lead, you'll be hands-on with the code while supporting others to grow. You'll set technical direction, drive standards and help shape how your squad works, with real autonomy and trust. You'll collaborate closely with the Architecture Team to ensure your services fit seamlessly into our broader platform and long-term technical strategy. We work together in our Liverpool HQ three days a week because collaboration, quick feedback and creative problem-solving are key to how we deliver. Your Impact: The systems you'll design, and lead will power key parts of our products, used by thousands of customers every day. Your technical decisions will directly influence product quality, performance and customer experience. You'll help your team deliver features that are reliable, scalable and genuinely improve how people interact with our services. What You'll Do: Lead a multidisciplinary squad to deliver high-quality, production-ready software Design and build scalable microservices in .NET and Azure Contribute to the evolution of our microservice architecture and integration patterns Collaborate with frontend developers working in React and Next.js to deliver seamless user experiences Partner with product managers, BAs and designers to translate customer needs into clear technical plans Work closely with QA and automation testers to ensure quality and reliability are built in from the start Stay hands-on with code while mentoring developers and promoting best practices Drive technical discussions, champion clean architecture and improve our engineering standards Contribute to wider engineering initiatives, including developer experience and shared tooling Our Tech Stack: Backend: C#, .NET 8.0, Redis, MongoDb, SQL Server, Entity Framework, MassTransit, Mediator Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript Infrastructure: Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Nginx, RabbitMQ Architecture: Microservices, Event-driven patterns, Clean Architecture Observability and Monitoring: Grafana, Loki, Sentry, PostHog Tooling and Practices: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies What We're Looking For: Proven experience leading software delivery within a microservice-based environment Strong technical background in .NET and Azure Comfortable working across the stack, with deeper expertise in backend systems Experience mentoring and guiding developers in a collaborative, agile setup Product-focused mindset with an understanding of trade-offs between speed, scalability and user experience Excellent communicator who brings clarity and empathy to technical discussions Passion for clean, maintainable code and continuous improvement Curious and proactive, always looking for better ways to build, measure and deliver Why Join Us: Real autonomy to shape how your squad designs, builds and delivers software A modern, cloud-native architecture that encourages experimentation and ownership Work with talented developers, designers, testers and product professionals who care about what they build Influence technical decisions that shape the direction of our products and platforms Opportunities to grow into staff, principal or architecture-focused leadership roles A supportive, transparent culture where craftsmanship, curiosity and learning are celebrated Regular opportunities for professional development, conferences and innovation time A Few Things to Know Before You Apply Checks & Clearances All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard. Visa Requirements Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Technical Lead, Technical Team Lead, Technical Engineering Lead, Lead Programmer, Lead Software Engineer, Technical Architect, Solutions Architect, Technical Project Manager, Technical Manager may also be considered for this role.
Senior Machine Learning Engineer Salary: 80,000 - 90,000 Location: London Hybrid Data Idols are working with an innovative technology business that is continuing to invest in its Machine Learning and AI capabilities. They are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to help build, deploy and scale production-grade AI solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of Machine Learning and software engineering, taking sophisticated AI models from development through to scalable, real-world production environments. The Opportunity As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you'll design, build and deploy high-performance Machine Learning solutions, working across modern AI and Generative AI technologies. You'll work across the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation and development through to deployment, monitoring and optimisation in production. You'll help establish robust MLOps practices and ensure Machine Learning services are scalable, reliable and performant. There will also be a strong focus on performance and optimisation, including improving Python workloads, infrastructure efficiency and the performance of models in production environments. You'll collaborate closely with engineering and AI teams to bridge the gap between Machine Learning development and production engineering. Skills and Experience Excellent Python skills and experience with frameworks Experience building and deploying Machine Learning models in production Experience working with Generative AI and modern Machine Learning technologies Strong understanding of MLOps, CI/CD and model deployment Experience building APIs for Machine Learning If you're a Senior Machine Learning Engineer who enjoys taking sophisticated Machine Learning technology and turning it into scalable, production-ready solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Senior Machine Learning Engineer
18/09/2026
Full time
Senior Machine Learning Engineer Salary: 80,000 - 90,000 Location: London Hybrid Data Idols are working with an innovative technology business that is continuing to invest in its Machine Learning and AI capabilities. They are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to help build, deploy and scale production-grade AI solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of Machine Learning and software engineering, taking sophisticated AI models from development through to scalable, real-world production environments. The Opportunity As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you'll design, build and deploy high-performance Machine Learning solutions, working across modern AI and Generative AI technologies. You'll work across the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation and development through to deployment, monitoring and optimisation in production. You'll help establish robust MLOps practices and ensure Machine Learning services are scalable, reliable and performant. There will also be a strong focus on performance and optimisation, including improving Python workloads, infrastructure efficiency and the performance of models in production environments. You'll collaborate closely with engineering and AI teams to bridge the gap between Machine Learning development and production engineering. Skills and Experience Excellent Python skills and experience with frameworks Experience building and deploying Machine Learning models in production Experience working with Generative AI and modern Machine Learning technologies Strong understanding of MLOps, CI/CD and model deployment Experience building APIs for Machine Learning If you're a Senior Machine Learning Engineer who enjoys taking sophisticated Machine Learning technology and turning it into scalable, production-ready solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 per annum, Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm Acorn Insurance are looking for a passionate Cloud Infrastructure Architect who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms. This role provides technical leadership across cloud strategy, architecture governance, infrastructure modernisation, and operational excellence. The architect partners closely with engineering, security, operations, and business teams to ensure the cloud environment supports organisational goals and meets enterprise standards. Key Role Responsibilities: Develop end-to-end cloud architectures that support enterprise workloads, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and automation. Develop a close working relationship with Head of Platform Engineering (HoPE) to ensure robust design and delivery across our cloud platforms Create reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards for cloud environments. Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies leveraging platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. Evaluate new cloud services, tools, and technologies to guide technical direction. Lead the design and implementation of core cloud infrastructure components: virtual networks, identity and access, monitoring, encryption, resilience, and backup strategies. Define infrastructure-as-code (IaC) patterns using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM. Support migration of workloads from on-premise to cloud platforms following best-practice frameworks Ensure cloud designs adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and architectural governance. Implement Zero Trust principles, network segmentation, encryption, key management, and secure access control models. Partner with Security Operations and SOC teams to ensure monitoring, logging, and incident response capabilities are embedded Develop automation and service optimisation strategies to improve performance, cost efficiency, and availability. Conduct capacity planning, resilience engineering, disaster recovery design, and performance tuning. Act as a subject-matter expert and trusted advisor for cloud strategy and infrastructure initiatives. Mentor engineers and contribute to capability uplift across cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. Communicate technical concepts clearly to executives, project managers, and non-technical stakeholders. About you: Critical Competencies: A strong hands-on technical background with 3+ years across several disciplines; networking, infrastructure, cloud platform and system administration Extensive experience designing and supporting cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or GCP Strong understanding of networking (VNETs/VPCs, routing, DNS, load balancing, firewalls). Deep knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling. Experience with container platforms (AKS, EKS, GKE, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Strong background in identity and access management (Azure AD, IAM, RBAC). Proven experience building scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures. Solid understanding of cloud cost optimisation and FinOps principles Grow with Acorn At Acorn Insurance, we're proud of our Liverpool roots - and even prouder of how far we've come. As part of the Acorn Group, we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone 750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024. Benefits: A maximum of 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more A Few Things to Know Before You Apply Checks & Clearances All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard. Visa Requirements Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cloud Infrastructure Administrator, IT Architect, Systems Developer, Software Architect may also be considered for this role.
18/09/2026
Full time
Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 per annum, Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm Acorn Insurance are looking for a passionate Cloud Infrastructure Architect who will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms. This role provides technical leadership across cloud strategy, architecture governance, infrastructure modernisation, and operational excellence. The architect partners closely with engineering, security, operations, and business teams to ensure the cloud environment supports organisational goals and meets enterprise standards. Key Role Responsibilities: Develop end-to-end cloud architectures that support enterprise workloads, including compute, storage, networking, identity, and automation. Develop a close working relationship with Head of Platform Engineering (HoPE) to ensure robust design and delivery across our cloud platforms Create reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards for cloud environments. Design hybrid and multi-cloud strategies leveraging platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. Evaluate new cloud services, tools, and technologies to guide technical direction. Lead the design and implementation of core cloud infrastructure components: virtual networks, identity and access, monitoring, encryption, resilience, and backup strategies. Define infrastructure-as-code (IaC) patterns using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM. Support migration of workloads from on-premise to cloud platforms following best-practice frameworks Ensure cloud designs adhere to security standards, regulatory requirements, and architectural governance. Implement Zero Trust principles, network segmentation, encryption, key management, and secure access control models. Partner with Security Operations and SOC teams to ensure monitoring, logging, and incident response capabilities are embedded Develop automation and service optimisation strategies to improve performance, cost efficiency, and availability. Conduct capacity planning, resilience engineering, disaster recovery design, and performance tuning. Act as a subject-matter expert and trusted advisor for cloud strategy and infrastructure initiatives. Mentor engineers and contribute to capability uplift across cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. Communicate technical concepts clearly to executives, project managers, and non-technical stakeholders. About you: Critical Competencies: A strong hands-on technical background with 3+ years across several disciplines; networking, infrastructure, cloud platform and system administration Extensive experience designing and supporting cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, or GCP Strong understanding of networking (VNETs/VPCs, routing, DNS, load balancing, firewalls). Deep knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling. Experience with container platforms (AKS, EKS, GKE, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Strong background in identity and access management (Azure AD, IAM, RBAC). Proven experience building scalable, resilient, and secure cloud architectures. Solid understanding of cloud cost optimisation and FinOps principles Grow with Acorn At Acorn Insurance, we're proud of our Liverpool roots - and even prouder of how far we've come. As part of the Acorn Group, we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone 750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024. Benefits: A maximum of 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more A Few Things to Know Before You Apply Checks & Clearances All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard. Visa Requirements Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cloud Infrastructure Administrator, IT Architect, Systems Developer, Software Architect may also be considered for this role.
Our client, a cyber security organisation specialising in secure cloud and infrastructure solutions, is seeking a Senior ICT Infrastructure Engineer: Zero Trust & M365 Lead for a permanent position. The role will provide technical leadership across Microsoft 365, Azure security, identity, endpoint management and Zero Trust architecture. Key Responsibilities: Take technical ownership of Microsoft 365 platforms, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams and OneDrive Design, implement and govern Microsoft Entra ID, hybrid identity and cloud governance solutions Manage endpoints through Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, endpoint security and device compliance policies Implement and maintain Zero Trust security controls, Conditional Access and Privileged Identity Management Provide first, second and third line technical support, including escalation management Create and govern security baselines in line with organisational and regulatory requirements Automate infrastructure and security processes using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API and Terraform Support compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR and Cyber Essentials requirements while mentoring junior engineers Job Requirements: Significant experience in Microsoft 365 administration, infrastructure engineering or cyber security Strong knowledge of MS Exchange, Exchange Online, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 services Practical experience with M365 security, Azure Security and the Microsoft Defender suite Understanding of Zero Trust architecture, Conditional Access, identity governance and security baselines Experience managing Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, endpoint security and device compliance Proficiency in PowerShell, with an understanding of Microsoft Graph API and Terraform automation Knowledge of Microsoft Purview, security monitoring, reporting and cloud governance Strong troubleshooting, escalation management, communication and mentoring skills Benefits: Permanent opportunity within the cyber security and ICT infrastructure sector Opportunity to lead Microsoft 365 and Zero Trust initiatives Exposure to Microsoft Azure, identity security, endpoint management and cloud governance Support for continued technical development and knowledge sharing Collaborative environment with the opportunity to mentor and support junior engineers If you are an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer with strong Microsoft 365, Azure Security and Zero Trust expertise, apply now to take on this senior technical leadership opportunity.
18/09/2026
Full time
Our client, a cyber security organisation specialising in secure cloud and infrastructure solutions, is seeking a Senior ICT Infrastructure Engineer: Zero Trust & M365 Lead for a permanent position. The role will provide technical leadership across Microsoft 365, Azure security, identity, endpoint management and Zero Trust architecture. Key Responsibilities: Take technical ownership of Microsoft 365 platforms, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams and OneDrive Design, implement and govern Microsoft Entra ID, hybrid identity and cloud governance solutions Manage endpoints through Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, endpoint security and device compliance policies Implement and maintain Zero Trust security controls, Conditional Access and Privileged Identity Management Provide first, second and third line technical support, including escalation management Create and govern security baselines in line with organisational and regulatory requirements Automate infrastructure and security processes using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API and Terraform Support compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR and Cyber Essentials requirements while mentoring junior engineers Job Requirements: Significant experience in Microsoft 365 administration, infrastructure engineering or cyber security Strong knowledge of MS Exchange, Exchange Online, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 services Practical experience with M365 security, Azure Security and the Microsoft Defender suite Understanding of Zero Trust architecture, Conditional Access, identity governance and security baselines Experience managing Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, endpoint security and device compliance Proficiency in PowerShell, with an understanding of Microsoft Graph API and Terraform automation Knowledge of Microsoft Purview, security monitoring, reporting and cloud governance Strong troubleshooting, escalation management, communication and mentoring skills Benefits: Permanent opportunity within the cyber security and ICT infrastructure sector Opportunity to lead Microsoft 365 and Zero Trust initiatives Exposure to Microsoft Azure, identity security, endpoint management and cloud governance Support for continued technical development and knowledge sharing Collaborative environment with the opportunity to mentor and support junior engineers If you are an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer with strong Microsoft 365, Azure Security and Zero Trust expertise, apply now to take on this senior technical leadership opportunity.
Full Stack Engineer Location: Remote with occasional/ad hoc travel to client sites as required Contract Type: Contract (6-month rolling SOWs) Rate: 468 per day Inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS Required Overview We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join a Health Transformation Programme , a large-scale digital transformation initiative focused on delivering modern, secure, and user-centric health services. Working within an AWS cloud-native environment, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable digital solutions using Java and modern front-end technologies. You will collaborate within multidisciplinary agile teams to deliver high-quality services that support the programme's strategic objectives. This role is ideal for engineers with strong public sector experience and a proven track record of delivering complex government digital services. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable full stack applications. Build and enhance Java-based backend services, APIs, and microservices. Develop responsive, accessible, and user-focused front-end applications using modern web technologies. Develop and deploy solutions within AWS cloud environments. Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Architects, QA Engineers, and Delivery Managers to deliver programme outcomes. Contribute to technical design discussions, architecture decisions, and engineering best practices. Produce clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Participate in code reviews, peer reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes. Troubleshoot, optimise, and resolve application and performance-related issues. Ensure solutions comply with security, accessibility, and quality requirements. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Full Stack Engineer within large-scale digital transformation programmes. Strong experience delivering projects within the public sector, ideally central government. Significant hands-on Java development experience. Strong knowledge of RESTful API development and microservices architecture. Front-end development expertise using technologies such as: React Angular TypeScript JavaScript HTML5 CSS3 Experience developing and deploying applications in AWS environments. Solid understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and ways of working. Experience with automated testing frameworks and quality engineering practices. Familiarity with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and source control tools such as Git. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience working within multidisciplinary delivery teams. Desirable Skills & Experience Previous experience supporting DWP, NHS, HMRC, or other government departments. Experience delivering citizen-facing digital services. Knowledge of containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Familiarity with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and best practices. Experience working within highly regulated environments. Knowledge of cloud security best practices within AWS.
18/09/2026
Contractor
Full Stack Engineer Location: Remote with occasional/ad hoc travel to client sites as required Contract Type: Contract (6-month rolling SOWs) Rate: 468 per day Inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS Required Overview We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Engineer to join a Health Transformation Programme , a large-scale digital transformation initiative focused on delivering modern, secure, and user-centric health services. Working within an AWS cloud-native environment, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable digital solutions using Java and modern front-end technologies. You will collaborate within multidisciplinary agile teams to deliver high-quality services that support the programme's strategic objectives. This role is ideal for engineers with strong public sector experience and a proven track record of delivering complex government digital services. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable full stack applications. Build and enhance Java-based backend services, APIs, and microservices. Develop responsive, accessible, and user-focused front-end applications using modern web technologies. Develop and deploy solutions within AWS cloud environments. Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Architects, QA Engineers, and Delivery Managers to deliver programme outcomes. Contribute to technical design discussions, architecture decisions, and engineering best practices. Produce clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Participate in code reviews, peer reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes. Troubleshoot, optimise, and resolve application and performance-related issues. Ensure solutions comply with security, accessibility, and quality requirements. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Full Stack Engineer within large-scale digital transformation programmes. Strong experience delivering projects within the public sector, ideally central government. Significant hands-on Java development experience. Strong knowledge of RESTful API development and microservices architecture. Front-end development expertise using technologies such as: React Angular TypeScript JavaScript HTML5 CSS3 Experience developing and deploying applications in AWS environments. Solid understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and ways of working. Experience with automated testing frameworks and quality engineering practices. Familiarity with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and source control tools such as Git. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience working within multidisciplinary delivery teams. Desirable Skills & Experience Previous experience supporting DWP, NHS, HMRC, or other government departments. Experience delivering citizen-facing digital services. Knowledge of containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Familiarity with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and best practices. Experience working within highly regulated environments. Knowledge of cloud security best practices within AWS.
Integration Analyst (SAP) Location: Remote with ad hoc travel as required Clearance: BPSS Required Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension Rate: 500 per day Inside IR35 Role Purpose The Integration Analyst is responsible for providing the technical analysis, discovery, planning, and delivery support required to successfully design, migrate, modernise, and decommission integration services across complex programmes. Working closely with architects, engineers, product owners, delivery managers, and business stakeholders, the role acts as the bridge between business requirements and technical implementation. The Integration Analyst develops a deep understanding of applications, APIs, integrations, data flows, dependencies, and operational processes to support informed technical decision-making. Unlike a traditional business analyst role, the Integration Analyst operates primarily within the technical domain, helping delivery teams understand existing integration estates, define migration requirements, assess impacts and dependencies, maintain delivery backlogs, and produce the technical artefacts necessary to support successful delivery. The role combines analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement, technical understanding, and delivery support to reduce ambiguity, improve planning accuracy, and accelerate delivery outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead technical discovery activities across applications, APIs, integration platforms, and supporting services. Facilitate workshops with business, application, infrastructure, and engineering teams Analyse existing APIs, services, interfaces, messaging solutions, file transfers, and system integrations. Document interface behaviours, protocols, data contracts, dependencies, and service interactions. Support assessment of applications and integrations for migration and transformation. Analyse technical dependencies and identify migration sequencing requirements. Create and maintain high-quality user stories, technical stories, and backlog items. Ensure backlog items contain appropriate context, requirements, dependencies, and acceptance criteria. Produce and maintain technical discovery reports, analysis outputs, and design support documentation. Develop application and integration inventories. Success will be measured through: High-quality technical discovery outputs delivered on time. Accurate identification of integration dependencies, risks, and constraints. Essential Experience Experience working as a Technical Analyst, Integration Analyst, Systems Analyst, or similar role. Strong understanding of system integrations, APIs, and enterprise application landscapes. Experience conducting technical discovery and workshop facilitation. Ability to analyse technical architectures, interfaces, and dependencies. Experience creating technical documentation and delivery artefacts. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and backlog management. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to work across both business and technical communities. Structured analytical approach with strong attention to detail. Desirable Experience API-led and event-driven integration architectures. REST, SOAP, messaging, and file-based integration technologies. OpenAPI specifications and API management platforms. Cloud migration, application modernisation, or data centre exit programmes. Dependency mapping and application portfolio assessment. Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, or similar delivery tooling. Public sector or large-scale transformation programme experience. Experience supporting decommissioning, migration, or technical transformation initiatives.
18/09/2026
Contractor
Integration Analyst (SAP) Location: Remote with ad hoc travel as required Clearance: BPSS Required Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension Rate: 500 per day Inside IR35 Role Purpose The Integration Analyst is responsible for providing the technical analysis, discovery, planning, and delivery support required to successfully design, migrate, modernise, and decommission integration services across complex programmes. Working closely with architects, engineers, product owners, delivery managers, and business stakeholders, the role acts as the bridge between business requirements and technical implementation. The Integration Analyst develops a deep understanding of applications, APIs, integrations, data flows, dependencies, and operational processes to support informed technical decision-making. Unlike a traditional business analyst role, the Integration Analyst operates primarily within the technical domain, helping delivery teams understand existing integration estates, define migration requirements, assess impacts and dependencies, maintain delivery backlogs, and produce the technical artefacts necessary to support successful delivery. The role combines analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement, technical understanding, and delivery support to reduce ambiguity, improve planning accuracy, and accelerate delivery outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead technical discovery activities across applications, APIs, integration platforms, and supporting services. Facilitate workshops with business, application, infrastructure, and engineering teams Analyse existing APIs, services, interfaces, messaging solutions, file transfers, and system integrations. Document interface behaviours, protocols, data contracts, dependencies, and service interactions. Support assessment of applications and integrations for migration and transformation. Analyse technical dependencies and identify migration sequencing requirements. Create and maintain high-quality user stories, technical stories, and backlog items. Ensure backlog items contain appropriate context, requirements, dependencies, and acceptance criteria. Produce and maintain technical discovery reports, analysis outputs, and design support documentation. Develop application and integration inventories. Success will be measured through: High-quality technical discovery outputs delivered on time. Accurate identification of integration dependencies, risks, and constraints. Essential Experience Experience working as a Technical Analyst, Integration Analyst, Systems Analyst, or similar role. Strong understanding of system integrations, APIs, and enterprise application landscapes. Experience conducting technical discovery and workshop facilitation. Ability to analyse technical architectures, interfaces, and dependencies. Experience creating technical documentation and delivery artefacts. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and backlog management. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to work across both business and technical communities. Structured analytical approach with strong attention to detail. Desirable Experience API-led and event-driven integration architectures. REST, SOAP, messaging, and file-based integration technologies. OpenAPI specifications and API management platforms. Cloud migration, application modernisation, or data centre exit programmes. Dependency mapping and application portfolio assessment. Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, or similar delivery tooling. Public sector or large-scale transformation programme experience. Experience supporting decommissioning, migration, or technical transformation initiatives.
Role: Business Development Manager - Power Transmission & Distribution Location: London & National Travel Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time About the Opportunity Green Scout is proud to be partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and utilities organisation to recruit a talented Business Development Manager within its Power Transmission & Distribution division. Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing business delivering critical infrastructure projects across the power, energy, utilities, telecommunications, and digital infrastructure sectors. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and innovation, they play a key role in supporting major infrastructure developments and the wider energy transition. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a commercially focused Business Development Manager to help expand their market presence, strengthen customer relationships, and identify new opportunities across the transmission and distribution sector. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive business development professional who thrives on building long-term client relationships and driving commercial growth. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, executing sales strategies, and supporting the organisation's growth objectives within the power transmission and distribution market. Working closely with operational and leadership teams, you will help shape business development initiatives while ensuring clients receive exceptional service and tailored solutions. Key Responsibilities Identify and secure new business opportunities within the power transmission and distribution sector. Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders. Research market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities. Develop and implement effective business development and sales strategies. Support bid opportunities and commercial discussions where required. Forecast business performance and maintain accurate sales pipelines. Utilise CRM systems and reporting tools to track activity and performance. Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities. Support brand awareness and market positioning initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure outstanding client delivery and customer experience. Contribute to the achievement of long-term strategic growth objectives. About You We are seeking a driven and commercially minded professional with a proven ability to generate new business and develop lasting customer relationships. Essential Requirements Minimum of 3 years' experience in business development, sales, account management, or a related commercial role. Demonstrable success in achieving sales targets and delivering business growth. Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and presentation skills. Strong commercial awareness and customer-focused mindset. Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience using CRM systems and sales reporting tools. Ability to work independently while managing multiple opportunities and stakeholders. Willingness to travel nationally as required. Desirable Requirements Previous experience within utilities, infrastructure, power transmission, distribution, energy, engineering, or related sectors. Degree qualification in a relevant discipline. Understanding of the UK's energy and infrastructure markets. What's on Offer Our client offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation at an exciting stage of its development, alongside a competitive reward package and genuine career progression opportunities. Benefits include: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Long-term career development opportunities. Exposure to major infrastructure and energy projects. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Ongoing professional development and training. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate. Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant infrastructure programmes. Company Culture Our client is committed to creating a high-performance culture built on collaboration, integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. They value individuals who take ownership, challenge conventional thinking, and work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for customers and communities alike.
18/09/2026
Full time
Role: Business Development Manager - Power Transmission & Distribution Location: London & National Travel Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time About the Opportunity Green Scout is proud to be partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and utilities organisation to recruit a talented Business Development Manager within its Power Transmission & Distribution division. Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing business delivering critical infrastructure projects across the power, energy, utilities, telecommunications, and digital infrastructure sectors. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and innovation, they play a key role in supporting major infrastructure developments and the wider energy transition. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a commercially focused Business Development Manager to help expand their market presence, strengthen customer relationships, and identify new opportunities across the transmission and distribution sector. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive business development professional who thrives on building long-term client relationships and driving commercial growth. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, executing sales strategies, and supporting the organisation's growth objectives within the power transmission and distribution market. Working closely with operational and leadership teams, you will help shape business development initiatives while ensuring clients receive exceptional service and tailored solutions. Key Responsibilities Identify and secure new business opportunities within the power transmission and distribution sector. Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders. Research market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities. Develop and implement effective business development and sales strategies. Support bid opportunities and commercial discussions where required. Forecast business performance and maintain accurate sales pipelines. Utilise CRM systems and reporting tools to track activity and performance. Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities. Support brand awareness and market positioning initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure outstanding client delivery and customer experience. Contribute to the achievement of long-term strategic growth objectives. About You We are seeking a driven and commercially minded professional with a proven ability to generate new business and develop lasting customer relationships. Essential Requirements Minimum of 3 years' experience in business development, sales, account management, or a related commercial role. Demonstrable success in achieving sales targets and delivering business growth. Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and presentation skills. Strong commercial awareness and customer-focused mindset. Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience using CRM systems and sales reporting tools. Ability to work independently while managing multiple opportunities and stakeholders. Willingness to travel nationally as required. Desirable Requirements Previous experience within utilities, infrastructure, power transmission, distribution, energy, engineering, or related sectors. Degree qualification in a relevant discipline. Understanding of the UK's energy and infrastructure markets. What's on Offer Our client offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation at an exciting stage of its development, alongside a competitive reward package and genuine career progression opportunities. Benefits include: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Long-term career development opportunities. Exposure to major infrastructure and energy projects. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Ongoing professional development and training. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate. Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant infrastructure programmes. Company Culture Our client is committed to creating a high-performance culture built on collaboration, integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. They value individuals who take ownership, challenge conventional thinking, and work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for customers and communities alike.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an HPC Architect to join a department to assist with the design, development, and evolution of high-performance computing infrastructure within a complex engineering environment. This role performs the duties of HPC architecture, infrastructure strategy, and system oversight, and reports to the senior leadership team within the Information Management function. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organisational objectives Architect large-scale HPC environments including CPU, GPU, and accelerator-based systems Design and optimise high-performance networking solutions (InfiniBand, RDMA, high-speed Ethernet) Develop scalable storage architectures including parallel file systems, object storage, and tiered storage Provide technical leadership and oversight to engineering and operations teams Lead performance benchmarking, capacity planning, and workload modelling activities Identify and resolve system bottlenecks to ensure optimal throughput and scalability Establish standards, reference architectures, and best practices across HPC environments Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align infrastructure with evolving business needs Support the development of workload orchestration strategies using tools such as SLURM and Kubernetes The ideal candidate would have: Strong background in high-performance computing environments and infrastructure design Experience working with open-source technologies and software-defined data centres Knowledge of HPC software stacks including MPI, CUDA, compilers, and scientific libraries Familiarity with containerisation and reproducible workload environments Experience working within large, complex, or multi-national organisations Ability to influence technical direction and engage with cross-functional stakeholders The ideal candidate must have: Proven experience designing and architecting large-scale HPC systems Strong expertise across compute, storage, and high-performance networking Hands-on experience with HPC cluster environments and infrastructure components Experience with performance optimisation, benchmarking, and capacity planning Ability to provide technical leadership and define architectural standards Eligibility to obtain and maintain high-level security clearance This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays Local Government Pension Scheme with strong employer contributions Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to health and wellbeing support programmes Employee assistance programme offering confidential advice and support Opportunities for continuous professional development and training Discounts and benefits platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jamie ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
18/09/2026
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an HPC Architect to join a department to assist with the design, development, and evolution of high-performance computing infrastructure within a complex engineering environment. This role performs the duties of HPC architecture, infrastructure strategy, and system oversight, and reports to the senior leadership team within the Information Management function. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organisational objectives Architect large-scale HPC environments including CPU, GPU, and accelerator-based systems Design and optimise high-performance networking solutions (InfiniBand, RDMA, high-speed Ethernet) Develop scalable storage architectures including parallel file systems, object storage, and tiered storage Provide technical leadership and oversight to engineering and operations teams Lead performance benchmarking, capacity planning, and workload modelling activities Identify and resolve system bottlenecks to ensure optimal throughput and scalability Establish standards, reference architectures, and best practices across HPC environments Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align infrastructure with evolving business needs Support the development of workload orchestration strategies using tools such as SLURM and Kubernetes The ideal candidate would have: Strong background in high-performance computing environments and infrastructure design Experience working with open-source technologies and software-defined data centres Knowledge of HPC software stacks including MPI, CUDA, compilers, and scientific libraries Familiarity with containerisation and reproducible workload environments Experience working within large, complex, or multi-national organisations Ability to influence technical direction and engage with cross-functional stakeholders The ideal candidate must have: Proven experience designing and architecting large-scale HPC systems Strong expertise across compute, storage, and high-performance networking Hands-on experience with HPC cluster environments and infrastructure components Experience with performance optimisation, benchmarking, and capacity planning Ability to provide technical leadership and define architectural standards Eligibility to obtain and maintain high-level security clearance This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays Local Government Pension Scheme with strong employer contributions Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to health and wellbeing support programmes Employee assistance programme offering confidential advice and support Opportunities for continuous professional development and training Discounts and benefits platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jamie ASAP or apply via this advert! Please note that due to the nature of the client s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
About the Company At IMSERV, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading energy data and metering specialists. We deliver award-winning services to customers across the country, providing specialist metering technology for electricity, gas and water, alongside highly accurate energy data collection services. About the Role The purpose of the role is to own the Azure platform on which IMSERV's Astral products are built, tested and run, helping us deliver highly scalable, secure, multi-tenant SaaS software to clients across the globe. You will be one of two DevOps Engineers who together own the path to production: the Azure environments, the CI/CD pipelines, the releases and the security and cost posture of the estate. The pair share the full scope so that no environment, pipeline or release depends on any one individual. This role sits within our Scrum teams, working day to day with Software Engineers, Testers and the Technical Architect. Where they own the code, you own the platform it ships on, through the entire product lifecycle. Responsibilities Environment management. Provision, configure and maintain the Astral environment estate (development, test, UAT/load and production), keeping environments consistent, reproducible and documented through infrastructure as code. Manage environment refreshes and test data in line with our data protection rules. CI/CD pipelines. Build, maintain and continuously improve our Azure DevOps build, test and release pipelines, including artifact management, controlled build configurations and pipeline variables, and automated quality and security gates. Consolidate duplicated per-client pipelines toward a single deployment path as the platform moves to multi-tenancy. Release management. Plan and execute deployments through the environment chain to production, with rehearsed rollback for every release. Support product go-lives and maintain a clear, communicated release calendar. Security and access. Own secrets and certificate management (Azure Key Vault, managed identities), role-based access control and least-privilege across the estate, and platform patching. Work with IT security on audit remediation and the security release plan. Monitoring, reliability and recovery. Own observability (Application Insights, Log Analytics), alerting, backups and disaster recovery, including periodic DR tests. Lead incident response for platform issues and run blameless root-cause reviews. Cost management. Monitor and optimise Azure spend across environments and clients; right-size resources and report on cost drivers. Documentation and knowledge. Keep runbooks, environment documentation and configuration records current, written up the same day work is done. We are removing single points of failure, not creating new ones. Community membership. Be an active member of the Scrum team and the wider Product Engineering community, taking part in sprint ceremonies, the Innovation Forum and team events, and unblocking engineers' environment and pipeline needs quickly. What you'll need Essential Has 5+ years running production Azure environments as their primary discipline (App Services, Azure SQL, storage, networking fundamentals). Has written and maintained CI/CD, build and deployment pipelines in Azure DevOps (YAML), including artifact management, controlled build configurations and pipeline variables. Routinely practices infrastructure as code (Bicep, ARM or Terraform) and is a confident scripter in PowerShell and the Azure CLI. Strong appreciation for secure-by-default platform design: Key Vault, managed identities, RBAC and least privilege. Has owned monitoring, backup and disaster recovery for a live service (Application Insights, Log Analytics), including responding to and resolving incidents. Has worked in an Agile SCRUM team and is familiar with the associated ceremonies and artefacts. Understands SQL Server well enough to manage environment data, refreshes and test data safely (in a Relational Database system). Desirable: Microsoft certification: AZ-104 (Azure Administrator) or AZ-400 (DevOps Engineer Expert). Has run or supported one or more of the following Azure PaaS services: Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, Azure API Management (APIM) Azure Logic Apps, Azure Data Factory / Synapse / Microsoft Fabric Enough C# / .NET to read application code and debug a failing build alongside the engineers. Experience consolidating single-tenant, per-client deployments into a shared multi-tenant platform. Experience of enterprise client security requirements (supplier security reviews, ISO 27001-style controls, penetration test remediation). Practical use of AI-assisted tooling in platform and pipeline work. Benefits 28 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays Buy & sell annual leave scheme Up to a 10% bonus Enhanced salary sacrifice pension Life assurance (up to 6x salary ) Simply Health plan (with upgrade options) Car salary sacrifice scheme ( Length of service and T&Cs apply) Equal Opportunity Statement At IMSERV, we're committed to building a team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to do their best work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities. A diverse team brings fresh perspectives, strengthens collaboration and helps us deliver the best possible service to our customers. If you're interested in the role but don't meet every single requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. (Please note that we reserve the right to close this position before the expiry date.)
18/09/2026
Full time
About the Company At IMSERV, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading energy data and metering specialists. We deliver award-winning services to customers across the country, providing specialist metering technology for electricity, gas and water, alongside highly accurate energy data collection services. About the Role The purpose of the role is to own the Azure platform on which IMSERV's Astral products are built, tested and run, helping us deliver highly scalable, secure, multi-tenant SaaS software to clients across the globe. You will be one of two DevOps Engineers who together own the path to production: the Azure environments, the CI/CD pipelines, the releases and the security and cost posture of the estate. The pair share the full scope so that no environment, pipeline or release depends on any one individual. This role sits within our Scrum teams, working day to day with Software Engineers, Testers and the Technical Architect. Where they own the code, you own the platform it ships on, through the entire product lifecycle. Responsibilities Environment management. Provision, configure and maintain the Astral environment estate (development, test, UAT/load and production), keeping environments consistent, reproducible and documented through infrastructure as code. Manage environment refreshes and test data in line with our data protection rules. CI/CD pipelines. Build, maintain and continuously improve our Azure DevOps build, test and release pipelines, including artifact management, controlled build configurations and pipeline variables, and automated quality and security gates. Consolidate duplicated per-client pipelines toward a single deployment path as the platform moves to multi-tenancy. Release management. Plan and execute deployments through the environment chain to production, with rehearsed rollback for every release. Support product go-lives and maintain a clear, communicated release calendar. Security and access. Own secrets and certificate management (Azure Key Vault, managed identities), role-based access control and least-privilege across the estate, and platform patching. Work with IT security on audit remediation and the security release plan. Monitoring, reliability and recovery. Own observability (Application Insights, Log Analytics), alerting, backups and disaster recovery, including periodic DR tests. Lead incident response for platform issues and run blameless root-cause reviews. Cost management. Monitor and optimise Azure spend across environments and clients; right-size resources and report on cost drivers. Documentation and knowledge. Keep runbooks, environment documentation and configuration records current, written up the same day work is done. We are removing single points of failure, not creating new ones. Community membership. Be an active member of the Scrum team and the wider Product Engineering community, taking part in sprint ceremonies, the Innovation Forum and team events, and unblocking engineers' environment and pipeline needs quickly. What you'll need Essential Has 5+ years running production Azure environments as their primary discipline (App Services, Azure SQL, storage, networking fundamentals). Has written and maintained CI/CD, build and deployment pipelines in Azure DevOps (YAML), including artifact management, controlled build configurations and pipeline variables. Routinely practices infrastructure as code (Bicep, ARM or Terraform) and is a confident scripter in PowerShell and the Azure CLI. Strong appreciation for secure-by-default platform design: Key Vault, managed identities, RBAC and least privilege. Has owned monitoring, backup and disaster recovery for a live service (Application Insights, Log Analytics), including responding to and resolving incidents. Has worked in an Agile SCRUM team and is familiar with the associated ceremonies and artefacts. Understands SQL Server well enough to manage environment data, refreshes and test data safely (in a Relational Database system). Desirable: Microsoft certification: AZ-104 (Azure Administrator) or AZ-400 (DevOps Engineer Expert). Has run or supported one or more of the following Azure PaaS services: Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, Azure API Management (APIM) Azure Logic Apps, Azure Data Factory / Synapse / Microsoft Fabric Enough C# / .NET to read application code and debug a failing build alongside the engineers. Experience consolidating single-tenant, per-client deployments into a shared multi-tenant platform. Experience of enterprise client security requirements (supplier security reviews, ISO 27001-style controls, penetration test remediation). Practical use of AI-assisted tooling in platform and pipeline work. Benefits 28 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays Buy & sell annual leave scheme Up to a 10% bonus Enhanced salary sacrifice pension Life assurance (up to 6x salary ) Simply Health plan (with upgrade options) Car salary sacrifice scheme ( Length of service and T&Cs apply) Equal Opportunity Statement At IMSERV, we're committed to building a team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to do their best work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities. A diverse team brings fresh perspectives, strengthens collaboration and helps us deliver the best possible service to our customers. If you're interested in the role but don't meet every single requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. (Please note that we reserve the right to close this position before the expiry date.)
Help shape the future of AI within a growing international SaaS business. We're looking for an experienced AI Platform Engineer to help build and evolve the Azure platform that powers our conversational AI products and wider AI strategy.You'll design, build and operate the cloud-native platform supporting Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), LLM orchestration, vector search and production AI services, working closely with AI Engineering, DevOps and Security teams to deliver scalable, secure and reliable AI solutions. Role scope: Designing, building and operating AI platform infrastructure across Microsoft Azure. Developing and optimising RAG pipelines, AI services and platform components. Deploying infrastructure using Terraform and supporting containerised applications. Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Azure DevOps. Improving observability, monitoring and platform resilience. Supporting vector search, embedding pipelines and knowledge ingestion. Applying security and governance best practice across the AI platform. What we're looking for Experience designing and supporting cloud platforms on Microsoft Azure. Strong Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code experience. Experience with containerised applications and CI/CD pipelines. Python for automation and scripting. A good understanding of cloud-native architecture, APIs and microservices. Experience with vector search technologies such as OpenSearch would be advantageous. Experience with Microsoft Foundry or Azure AI Foundry is desirable but not essential. We're equally interested in experienced Azure Platform, Cloud or DevOps Engineers looking to build their expertise in enterprise AI. Why join us? You'll be joining an international SaaS business making significant investment in AI, where you'll have the opportunity to influence the architecture of a growing AI platform and work with the latest Azure technologies. This is a hands-on role with genuine ownership, the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI solutions and the chance to help shape the future of AI across multiple products. If you're ready to build the next generation of AI platforms, we'd love to hear from you. INDAM The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
18/09/2026
Full time
Help shape the future of AI within a growing international SaaS business. We're looking for an experienced AI Platform Engineer to help build and evolve the Azure platform that powers our conversational AI products and wider AI strategy.You'll design, build and operate the cloud-native platform supporting Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), LLM orchestration, vector search and production AI services, working closely with AI Engineering, DevOps and Security teams to deliver scalable, secure and reliable AI solutions. Role scope: Designing, building and operating AI platform infrastructure across Microsoft Azure. Developing and optimising RAG pipelines, AI services and platform components. Deploying infrastructure using Terraform and supporting containerised applications. Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Azure DevOps. Improving observability, monitoring and platform resilience. Supporting vector search, embedding pipelines and knowledge ingestion. Applying security and governance best practice across the AI platform. What we're looking for Experience designing and supporting cloud platforms on Microsoft Azure. Strong Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code experience. Experience with containerised applications and CI/CD pipelines. Python for automation and scripting. A good understanding of cloud-native architecture, APIs and microservices. Experience with vector search technologies such as OpenSearch would be advantageous. Experience with Microsoft Foundry or Azure AI Foundry is desirable but not essential. We're equally interested in experienced Azure Platform, Cloud or DevOps Engineers looking to build their expertise in enterprise AI. Why join us? You'll be joining an international SaaS business making significant investment in AI, where you'll have the opportunity to influence the architecture of a growing AI platform and work with the latest Azure technologies. This is a hands-on role with genuine ownership, the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI solutions and the chance to help shape the future of AI across multiple products. If you're ready to build the next generation of AI platforms, we'd love to hear from you. INDAM The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
