AI Engineer Location : Woking, Surrey Salary : Up to £85,000 depending on experience The Opportunity We re working with an established and growing Managed Service Provider that is looking to bring an experienced AI Engineer into the business to help shape and deliver its AI capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands not just AI development, but how to implement practical AI solutions within a managed service environment and deliver genuine value to customers. You ll work closely with technical and commercial teams to identify opportunities for AI adoption, design and implement solutions, and help customers make effective use of emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and implement AI solutions for customers and internal business requirements Identify opportunities where AI, automation and machine learning can improve business processes Integrate AI technologies into existing IT environments and managed service solutions Work with Microsoft and cloud-based AI technologies, APIs and automation platforms Develop and deploy AI-powered tools, workflows and applications Support the implementation of Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) solutions Work with customers to understand their requirements and translate them into practical AI solutions Ensure AI implementations are secure, scalable and aligned with business objectives Troubleshoot and optimise AI solutions once deployed Keep up to date with emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to introduce them into the wider service offering Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to colleagues across the business About You We re looking for an experienced AI professional who is comfortable working in a customer-facing Managed Service Provider environment. Ideally, you ll have: Proven experience working as an AI Engineer, AI Consultant, Machine Learning Engineer or similar Practical experience implementing AI solutions within an MSP or managed service environment Strong understanding of Generative AI, LLMs and AI automation Experience working with cloud platforms, APIs and AI services Knowledge of Microsoft technologies and the wider Microsoft ecosystem Experience integrating AI into existing systems and business processes Strong understanding of security, data protection and responsible AI implementation Excellent problem-solving and communication skills The ability to explain complex AI concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences A commercially minded approach, with an understanding of how AI can solve real-world customer problems Desirable Experience Experience with some of the following would be advantageous: Microsoft Azure / Azure AI Microsoft Copilot / Copilot Studio Azure OpenAI OpenAI APIs Python PowerShell Power Automate Machine Learning RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) AI agents and automation API integrations Microsoft 365 Cybersecurity and AI governance What's on Offer? Salary up to £85,000 Hybrid working available for the right candidate Opportunity to play a key role in developing an MSP's AI offering Work across a variety of customer environments and projects Significant autonomy and ownership Opportunity to work with some of the latest AI technologies Career progression as the AI function continues to grow The client is looking to fill this opportunity immediately, so please apply ASAP or feel free to drop me an email with any questions to . com. SER-IN
09/10/2026
Full time
AI Engineer Location : Woking, Surrey Salary : Up to £85,000 depending on experience The Opportunity We re working with an established and growing Managed Service Provider that is looking to bring an experienced AI Engineer into the business to help shape and deliver its AI capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands not just AI development, but how to implement practical AI solutions within a managed service environment and deliver genuine value to customers. You ll work closely with technical and commercial teams to identify opportunities for AI adoption, design and implement solutions, and help customers make effective use of emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and implement AI solutions for customers and internal business requirements Identify opportunities where AI, automation and machine learning can improve business processes Integrate AI technologies into existing IT environments and managed service solutions Work with Microsoft and cloud-based AI technologies, APIs and automation platforms Develop and deploy AI-powered tools, workflows and applications Support the implementation of Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) solutions Work with customers to understand their requirements and translate them into practical AI solutions Ensure AI implementations are secure, scalable and aligned with business objectives Troubleshoot and optimise AI solutions once deployed Keep up to date with emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to introduce them into the wider service offering Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to colleagues across the business About You We re looking for an experienced AI professional who is comfortable working in a customer-facing Managed Service Provider environment. Ideally, you ll have: Proven experience working as an AI Engineer, AI Consultant, Machine Learning Engineer or similar Practical experience implementing AI solutions within an MSP or managed service environment Strong understanding of Generative AI, LLMs and AI automation Experience working with cloud platforms, APIs and AI services Knowledge of Microsoft technologies and the wider Microsoft ecosystem Experience integrating AI into existing systems and business processes Strong understanding of security, data protection and responsible AI implementation Excellent problem-solving and communication skills The ability to explain complex AI concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences A commercially minded approach, with an understanding of how AI can solve real-world customer problems Desirable Experience Experience with some of the following would be advantageous: Microsoft Azure / Azure AI Microsoft Copilot / Copilot Studio Azure OpenAI OpenAI APIs Python PowerShell Power Automate Machine Learning RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) AI agents and automation API integrations Microsoft 365 Cybersecurity and AI governance What's on Offer? Salary up to £85,000 Hybrid working available for the right candidate Opportunity to play a key role in developing an MSP's AI offering Work across a variety of customer environments and projects Significant autonomy and ownership Opportunity to work with some of the latest AI technologies Career progression as the AI function continues to grow The client is looking to fill this opportunity immediately, so please apply ASAP or feel free to drop me an email with any questions to . com. SER-IN
KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD
Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
Software Engineering Manager Newton Aycliffe KO2's client is a fast-growing technology company based in Newton Aycliffe, specialising in innovative connected home automation systems. They're recruiting a Software Engineering Manager to lead their software engineering function as they expand their product portfolio and market presence. You'll be leading a team of up to eight software and firmware engineers, combining hands-on technical expertise with genuine people leadership and strategic thinking. This is an opportunity to shape the future direction of software engineering within a genuinely innovative organisation delivering products that make a real-world impact. The Role You'll lead, mentor and develop your software engineering team, overseeing the complete software development lifecycle from concept through to deployment and support. You'll provide technical leadership across embedded systems and connected IoT projects, work closely with multidisciplinary teams including electronics and product design, and ensure compliance with relevant quality and regulatory standards. You'll champion engineering best practice, support customer engagement and business development opportunities, and drive continuous improvement and innovation within your team. What we are looking for Industrial experience managing software development teams through genuine technical complexity. Strong understanding of software architecture, systems design and development lifecycle management. Direct experience developing embedded software and firmware in industrial or consumer environments. Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum and DevOps. Hands-on experience with embedded C/C++, RTOS environments and hardware/software integration. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Genuine ability to coach, develop and inspire technical engineers. Desirable experience includes IoT systems and home automation platforms, cybersecurity for connected devices, GDPR compliance, cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, machine learning technologies, embedded Linux, Python, MQTT or FPGA development, or background in consumer electronics. The Details Location: Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (office-based) Salary: 65,000 per annum Team size: Up to eight engineers You're an engineer first and a manager second. You've managed teams through technical complexity, you understand what it takes to ship products, and you genuinely care about developing your people. You're pragmatic about engineering practices and willing to challenge decisions if you think they're wrong.
09/10/2026
Full time
Software Engineering Manager Newton Aycliffe KO2's client is a fast-growing technology company based in Newton Aycliffe, specialising in innovative connected home automation systems. They're recruiting a Software Engineering Manager to lead their software engineering function as they expand their product portfolio and market presence. You'll be leading a team of up to eight software and firmware engineers, combining hands-on technical expertise with genuine people leadership and strategic thinking. This is an opportunity to shape the future direction of software engineering within a genuinely innovative organisation delivering products that make a real-world impact. The Role You'll lead, mentor and develop your software engineering team, overseeing the complete software development lifecycle from concept through to deployment and support. You'll provide technical leadership across embedded systems and connected IoT projects, work closely with multidisciplinary teams including electronics and product design, and ensure compliance with relevant quality and regulatory standards. You'll champion engineering best practice, support customer engagement and business development opportunities, and drive continuous improvement and innovation within your team. What we are looking for Industrial experience managing software development teams through genuine technical complexity. Strong understanding of software architecture, systems design and development lifecycle management. Direct experience developing embedded software and firmware in industrial or consumer environments. Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum and DevOps. Hands-on experience with embedded C/C++, RTOS environments and hardware/software integration. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Genuine ability to coach, develop and inspire technical engineers. Desirable experience includes IoT systems and home automation platforms, cybersecurity for connected devices, GDPR compliance, cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, machine learning technologies, embedded Linux, Python, MQTT or FPGA development, or background in consumer electronics. The Details Location: Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (office-based) Salary: 65,000 per annum Team size: Up to eight engineers You're an engineer first and a manager second. You've managed teams through technical complexity, you understand what it takes to ship products, and you genuinely care about developing your people. You're pragmatic about engineering practices and willing to challenge decisions if you think they're wrong.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer to take a newly created standalone role in a Northampton-based firm, offering a hybrid work environment (circa 3 days in the office) and a salary of up to £80,000 depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have solid cybersecurity experience within enterprise environments. To be considered for this position, you will need solid hands-on skills with: Cloud, endpoint, or infrastructure security Identity and access management, multifactor authentication, privileged access, and zero-trust principles Managing Windows endpoints through modern device management platforms and implementing endpoint detection and response technologies Cloud security fundamentals, including configuration, data protection, and security monitoring Ideal candidates will also have Ability to assess vulnerabilities, lead remediation efforts, and investigate security incidents effectively. Strong technical documentation skills and the ability to translate complex issues into understandable reports. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, capable of working with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Experience working with external security providers, vulnerability management platforms, and SaaS security. Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST CSF, along with relevant professional certifications As the standalone Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing security controls across identity, endpoint, cloud, and application in enterprise technology environments. Based on the outskirts of Northampton, my client is paying up to £80,000 + up to 15% bonus. This is a hybrid role of circa 3 days in the office and circa 2 days working from home. As my client is on the outskirts of Northampton, you will need your own transport to reach their office. If you are an experienced Cyber Security Engineer who has worked in enterprise environments and are looking for an exciting new challenge, please send me your CV immediately.
09/10/2026
Full time
This is an excellent opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer to take a newly created standalone role in a Northampton-based firm, offering a hybrid work environment (circa 3 days in the office) and a salary of up to £80,000 depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have solid cybersecurity experience within enterprise environments. To be considered for this position, you will need solid hands-on skills with: Cloud, endpoint, or infrastructure security Identity and access management, multifactor authentication, privileged access, and zero-trust principles Managing Windows endpoints through modern device management platforms and implementing endpoint detection and response technologies Cloud security fundamentals, including configuration, data protection, and security monitoring Ideal candidates will also have Ability to assess vulnerabilities, lead remediation efforts, and investigate security incidents effectively. Strong technical documentation skills and the ability to translate complex issues into understandable reports. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, capable of working with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Experience working with external security providers, vulnerability management platforms, and SaaS security. Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST CSF, along with relevant professional certifications As the standalone Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing security controls across identity, endpoint, cloud, and application in enterprise technology environments. Based on the outskirts of Northampton, my client is paying up to £80,000 + up to 15% bonus. This is a hybrid role of circa 3 days in the office and circa 2 days working from home. As my client is on the outskirts of Northampton, you will need your own transport to reach their office. If you are an experienced Cyber Security Engineer who has worked in enterprise environments and are looking for an exciting new challenge, please send me your CV immediately.
IT Support Engineer Location: Chelmsford, Essex Salary: Up to 35,000 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm Contract: Full-time, Permanent Working Arrangement: On-site The Role We're looking for a hands-on IT Specialist to join a growing team in Chelmsford. This is a varied, practical IT role covering IT support, infrastructure, networking, systems, cybersecurity and technology projects. You'll work closely with colleagues across the wider business, ensuring IT systems remain secure, reliable and efficient while providing high-quality support to users. The role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems and taking ownership of IT systems and projects from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Provide hands-on IT support and troubleshooting to users across the business. Set up, configure and maintain computers, hardware and software. Manage and support Microsoft 365, Windows and user accounts. Maintain and troubleshoot networks, switches, firewalls, VPNs and wireless infrastructure. Support system upgrades, installations and migrations. Research, test and implement new software, technologies and IT solutions. Assist with IT projects and provide support and training to users. Maintain accurate IT documentation and ensure appropriate security standards are maintained. Monitor and identify opportunities to improve IT systems, processes and efficiency. Help maintain a secure, reliable and well-organised IT environment. About You We're looking for someone with previous experience in IT Support, IT Systems, Infrastructure or a similar IT role. You'll ideally have: Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows and Active Directory. A good understanding of networking and IT infrastructure. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection and Cyber Essentials. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to support non-technical users effectively. A proactive and organised approach to your work. The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and take ownership of issues. A genuine interest in technology and improving the way IT is delivered within a business. What's on Offer Salary of up to 35,000, depending on experience. Permanent, full-time position. Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm. On-site role based in Chelmsford, Essex. A varied role with exposure to infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, systems and IT projects. The opportunity to make a real impact on the technology and processes within the business. How to Apply : If you are interested in hearing more about this IT Support Engineer vacancy or interested in applying for the role please email me at or contact Principal IT Directly on LinkedIn. INDGH
08/10/2026
Full time
IT Support Engineer Location: Chelmsford, Essex Salary: Up to 35,000 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm Contract: Full-time, Permanent Working Arrangement: On-site The Role We're looking for a hands-on IT Specialist to join a growing team in Chelmsford. This is a varied, practical IT role covering IT support, infrastructure, networking, systems, cybersecurity and technology projects. You'll work closely with colleagues across the wider business, ensuring IT systems remain secure, reliable and efficient while providing high-quality support to users. The role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems and taking ownership of IT systems and projects from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Provide hands-on IT support and troubleshooting to users across the business. Set up, configure and maintain computers, hardware and software. Manage and support Microsoft 365, Windows and user accounts. Maintain and troubleshoot networks, switches, firewalls, VPNs and wireless infrastructure. Support system upgrades, installations and migrations. Research, test and implement new software, technologies and IT solutions. Assist with IT projects and provide support and training to users. Maintain accurate IT documentation and ensure appropriate security standards are maintained. Monitor and identify opportunities to improve IT systems, processes and efficiency. Help maintain a secure, reliable and well-organised IT environment. About You We're looking for someone with previous experience in IT Support, IT Systems, Infrastructure or a similar IT role. You'll ideally have: Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows and Active Directory. A good understanding of networking and IT infrastructure. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection and Cyber Essentials. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to support non-technical users effectively. A proactive and organised approach to your work. The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and take ownership of issues. A genuine interest in technology and improving the way IT is delivered within a business. What's on Offer Salary of up to 35,000, depending on experience. Permanent, full-time position. Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm. On-site role based in Chelmsford, Essex. A varied role with exposure to infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, systems and IT projects. The opportunity to make a real impact on the technology and processes within the business. How to Apply : If you are interested in hearing more about this IT Support Engineer vacancy or interested in applying for the role please email me at or contact Principal IT Directly on LinkedIn. INDGH
Infrastructure Engineer Infrastructure Engineer with Cyber experience Central Bristol £55k to £65k Office-based 40 hours per week, with flexibility around working hours by agreement Stratospherec is recruiting for an Infrastructure Engineer with cybersecurity knowledge for a rapidly growing SaaS business management software company in central Bristol. This is an opportunity to take ownership of the infrastructure and cyber security that support the company s software platforms and internal operations. You ll combine hands-on technical work with operational oversight, working closely with Engineering and colleagues across the business to keep systems secure, reliable and ready for continued growth. If you enjoy solving technical problems, strengthening security and seeing improvements through from planning to delivery, this role offers broad responsibility and the opportunity to shape how the infrastructure function develops. The role You ll manage a varied Microsoft and Azure environment, oversee cyber security controls and lead improvements across infrastructure, identity, monitoring, backups and recovery. You ll also provide technical direction to colleagues supporting the function, with the potential to take on direct line management responsibilities as the team structure develops. Your responsibilities will include: Managing hybrid identity across Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including Group Policy, Entra Connect synchronisation, privileged access and access reviews. Administering Windows Server, Microsoft 365 and Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, storage and role-based access. Maintaining network services and equipment, including DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs, certificates and UniFi. Administering IIS and supporting website deployment, configuration and troubleshooting. Identifying security vulnerabilities and threats, prioritising remediation and maintaining secure configurations and patching processes. Supporting Cyber Essentials certification, security reviews and audits. Managing backups, testing restores and maintaining documented business continuity and recovery procedures. Leading the technical response to infrastructure and security incidents, communicating risks and implementing improvements. Owning the infrastructure and cyber security work plan, balancing support needs, maintenance and improvement projects. Maintaining monitoring, technical documentation and oversight of suppliers, hosting, licences, equipment and renewals. Using PowerShell to automate administration and working with Engineering to support releases and infrastructure changes. Acting as an escalation point for end-user support and overseeing device setup, replacement and secure disposal. What we re looking for You ll bring a strong hands-on infrastructure background, practical cyber security experience and the confidence to take ownership of a broad technical environment. You should have experience with: Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Server and patch management. Microsoft Entra ID and Entra Connect in a hybrid identity environment. Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. Azure virtual machines, virtual networks, network security groups, storage and access controls. Writing, troubleshooting and maintaining PowerShell scripts. Network fundamentals, including subnetting, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs and certificates. UniFi or a comparable networking platform, with the ability to learn UniFi quickly. Backup management, restore testing and documented recovery procedures. IIS administration and website deployment and troubleshooting. End-user support and device lifecycle management. Cyber security risk assessment, vulnerability remediation and exposure to Cyber Essentials requirements and assessments. Alongside your technical skills, you ll be able to prioritise competing demands, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues, maintain accurate documentation and recognise when risks need to be escalated. Useful additional experience (but not essential) The following would be advantageous: - Dedicated or bare metal hosting, including providers such as Hetzner or Fasthosts. - Ubuntu Linux, TrueNAS, Docker or basic Microsoft SQL Server operations. - Monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor or Grafana. - Git for version control. - AZ-104 certification or equivalent practical experience. - Supporting ISO 27001 audits or SOC 2 assessments. - Identifying and addressing AI-enabled cyber threats. - Supervising or line managing technical colleagues. Salary and benefits - Annual salary £55k to £65k per annum. - Private medical insurance. - Private dental insurance. - Perkbox employee perks and discounts. - Pension scheme. - Flexibility around specific working hours by agreement. The role is based at the company s central Bristol office, working 40 hours per week. To apply, submit your CV to Stratospherec.
08/10/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer Infrastructure Engineer with Cyber experience Central Bristol £55k to £65k Office-based 40 hours per week, with flexibility around working hours by agreement Stratospherec is recruiting for an Infrastructure Engineer with cybersecurity knowledge for a rapidly growing SaaS business management software company in central Bristol. This is an opportunity to take ownership of the infrastructure and cyber security that support the company s software platforms and internal operations. You ll combine hands-on technical work with operational oversight, working closely with Engineering and colleagues across the business to keep systems secure, reliable and ready for continued growth. If you enjoy solving technical problems, strengthening security and seeing improvements through from planning to delivery, this role offers broad responsibility and the opportunity to shape how the infrastructure function develops. The role You ll manage a varied Microsoft and Azure environment, oversee cyber security controls and lead improvements across infrastructure, identity, monitoring, backups and recovery. You ll also provide technical direction to colleagues supporting the function, with the potential to take on direct line management responsibilities as the team structure develops. Your responsibilities will include: Managing hybrid identity across Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including Group Policy, Entra Connect synchronisation, privileged access and access reviews. Administering Windows Server, Microsoft 365 and Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, storage and role-based access. Maintaining network services and equipment, including DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs, certificates and UniFi. Administering IIS and supporting website deployment, configuration and troubleshooting. Identifying security vulnerabilities and threats, prioritising remediation and maintaining secure configurations and patching processes. Supporting Cyber Essentials certification, security reviews and audits. Managing backups, testing restores and maintaining documented business continuity and recovery procedures. Leading the technical response to infrastructure and security incidents, communicating risks and implementing improvements. Owning the infrastructure and cyber security work plan, balancing support needs, maintenance and improvement projects. Maintaining monitoring, technical documentation and oversight of suppliers, hosting, licences, equipment and renewals. Using PowerShell to automate administration and working with Engineering to support releases and infrastructure changes. Acting as an escalation point for end-user support and overseeing device setup, replacement and secure disposal. What we re looking for You ll bring a strong hands-on infrastructure background, practical cyber security experience and the confidence to take ownership of a broad technical environment. You should have experience with: Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Server and patch management. Microsoft Entra ID and Entra Connect in a hybrid identity environment. Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. Azure virtual machines, virtual networks, network security groups, storage and access controls. Writing, troubleshooting and maintaining PowerShell scripts. Network fundamentals, including subnetting, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs and certificates. UniFi or a comparable networking platform, with the ability to learn UniFi quickly. Backup management, restore testing and documented recovery procedures. IIS administration and website deployment and troubleshooting. End-user support and device lifecycle management. Cyber security risk assessment, vulnerability remediation and exposure to Cyber Essentials requirements and assessments. Alongside your technical skills, you ll be able to prioritise competing demands, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues, maintain accurate documentation and recognise when risks need to be escalated. Useful additional experience (but not essential) The following would be advantageous: - Dedicated or bare metal hosting, including providers such as Hetzner or Fasthosts. - Ubuntu Linux, TrueNAS, Docker or basic Microsoft SQL Server operations. - Monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor or Grafana. - Git for version control. - AZ-104 certification or equivalent practical experience. - Supporting ISO 27001 audits or SOC 2 assessments. - Identifying and addressing AI-enabled cyber threats. - Supervising or line managing technical colleagues. Salary and benefits - Annual salary £55k to £65k per annum. - Private medical insurance. - Private dental insurance. - Perkbox employee perks and discounts. - Pension scheme. - Flexibility around specific working hours by agreement. The role is based at the company s central Bristol office, working 40 hours per week. To apply, submit your CV to Stratospherec.
Digital Project Management Industrial Placement Location: Wolverhampton Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Industrial Placement Start Date: July 2027 Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together Safran is a global leader in aerospace, defence and space, designing and supporting innovative technologies that shape the future of aviation. As a Digital Project Management Industrial Placement student, you'll gain hands-on experience leading and supporting digital transformation projects within a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment. This placement offers a unique opportunity to develop project management skills while helping deliver technology-driven improvements that support business performance and operational excellence. Benefits Competitive salary Company performance bonus scheme Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution Private medical insurance Comprehensive health cash plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible benefits programme Training, development and career progression opportunities About the Role Based at our Actuation Systems headquarters in Wolverhampton, you'll join our Digital Technology team and support the delivery of business-critical digital and operational technology projects. During the placement, you'll work closely with stakeholders across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance and Digital Technology to help plan, manage and deliver projects that improve business processes, digital capabilities and operational performance. You'll gain experience across the full project lifecycle, from project initiation and planning through to implementation and handover. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in project management while contributing to digital transformation initiatives, automation projects and emerging Industry 4.0 technologies within a complex manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Support the delivery of digital transformation and operational technology projects. Assist with project planning, scheduling and progress tracking activities. Apply structured project management approaches to support successful project delivery. Help maintain project documentation, reporting and governance requirements. Monitor project risks, issues and actions, ensuring timely escalation where required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate project activities and resources. Support projects involving digital systems, automation and process optimisation initiatives. Assist with stakeholder communications and project updates. Contribute to continuous improvement activities and business transformation programmes. Build knowledge of digital technologies, project delivery and operational excellence. What's in It for You? Hands-on experience delivering digital transformation projects. Exposure to project management within a global aerospace organisation. Dedicated support, mentoring and professional development. Opportunities to work with emerging technologies and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Valuable experience supporting your future career in project management, digital technology or business transformation. Candidate Requirements Essential Criteria A genuine interest in digital technology, project management or operational technology projects. Understanding of project management principles or frameworks. Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a team. Desirable Criteria Understanding of cybersecurity principles, IT service management or compliance frameworks. Knowledge of digital transformation, automation or IoT concepts. Interest in aerospace, engineering or other highly regulated industries. Recruitment Process Stage 1 - Application Apply online with your CV. Stage 2 - Online Assessment & Video Interview Suitable applicants will be invited to complete an online assessment and video interview. Stage 3 - Assessment Centre 8 December 2026 Wolverhampton The assessment centre will include an interview, presentation and group exercise, along with an opportunity to meet the team and learn more about Safran. Stage 4 - Final Decision Successful candidates can expect to receive offers during December 2026. Stage 5 - Onboarding Our Early Careers team will support you before you join, providing regular updates and opportunities to connect with fellow placement students. Inclusion & Belonging at Safran We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply. We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully. We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success. Get Involved You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including: Women at Safran Diversity at Safran STEM Ambassadors Employee Forum Sports & Social Clubs Charity Partnerships Health & Wellbeing Programmes Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.
07/10/2026
Full time
Digital Project Management Industrial Placement Location: Wolverhampton Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Industrial Placement Start Date: July 2027 Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together Safran is a global leader in aerospace, defence and space, designing and supporting innovative technologies that shape the future of aviation. As a Digital Project Management Industrial Placement student, you'll gain hands-on experience leading and supporting digital transformation projects within a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment. This placement offers a unique opportunity to develop project management skills while helping deliver technology-driven improvements that support business performance and operational excellence. Benefits Competitive salary Company performance bonus scheme Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution Private medical insurance Comprehensive health cash plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible benefits programme Training, development and career progression opportunities About the Role Based at our Actuation Systems headquarters in Wolverhampton, you'll join our Digital Technology team and support the delivery of business-critical digital and operational technology projects. During the placement, you'll work closely with stakeholders across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance and Digital Technology to help plan, manage and deliver projects that improve business processes, digital capabilities and operational performance. You'll gain experience across the full project lifecycle, from project initiation and planning through to implementation and handover. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in project management while contributing to digital transformation initiatives, automation projects and emerging Industry 4.0 technologies within a complex manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Support the delivery of digital transformation and operational technology projects. Assist with project planning, scheduling and progress tracking activities. Apply structured project management approaches to support successful project delivery. Help maintain project documentation, reporting and governance requirements. Monitor project risks, issues and actions, ensuring timely escalation where required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate project activities and resources. Support projects involving digital systems, automation and process optimisation initiatives. Assist with stakeholder communications and project updates. Contribute to continuous improvement activities and business transformation programmes. Build knowledge of digital technologies, project delivery and operational excellence. What's in It for You? Hands-on experience delivering digital transformation projects. Exposure to project management within a global aerospace organisation. Dedicated support, mentoring and professional development. Opportunities to work with emerging technologies and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Valuable experience supporting your future career in project management, digital technology or business transformation. Candidate Requirements Essential Criteria A genuine interest in digital technology, project management or operational technology projects. Understanding of project management principles or frameworks. Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a team. Desirable Criteria Understanding of cybersecurity principles, IT service management or compliance frameworks. Knowledge of digital transformation, automation or IoT concepts. Interest in aerospace, engineering or other highly regulated industries. Recruitment Process Stage 1 - Application Apply online with your CV. Stage 2 - Online Assessment & Video Interview Suitable applicants will be invited to complete an online assessment and video interview. Stage 3 - Assessment Centre 8 December 2026 Wolverhampton The assessment centre will include an interview, presentation and group exercise, along with an opportunity to meet the team and learn more about Safran. Stage 4 - Final Decision Successful candidates can expect to receive offers during December 2026. Stage 5 - Onboarding Our Early Careers team will support you before you join, providing regular updates and opportunities to connect with fellow placement students. Inclusion & Belonging at Safran We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply. We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully. We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success. Get Involved You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including: Women at Safran Diversity at Safran STEM Ambassadors Employee Forum Sports & Social Clubs Charity Partnerships Health & Wellbeing Programmes Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer Energy Sector Salary: £70,000 £90,000 + benefits Hours: Full-time, Permanent Location: Birmingham Hybrid, 1-2 days per week required in the office (Flexible) We re looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing high-performance technology for the energy sector. This is a hands-on role where you ll take ownership of embedded software and firmware from initial requirements and architecture through to integration, validation and in-service support. You ll work across both low-level microcontroller firmware and higher-level supervisory applications, developing software used within complex, high-power infrastructure. Reliability, performance and maintainability are critical, so we re looking for someone who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems and taking genuine ownership of the systems they develop. The role offers a varied technical workload, with approximately 60% new development, 30% integration and testing, and 10% in-service support. About the candidate You ll be an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in modern C++ and developing software for resource-constrained embedded systems. You ll be comfortable working across firmware, hardware and higher-level applications and have experience taking products beyond initial development into integration, testing and live operation. We re particularly interested in experience with: Modern C++ within embedded environments and working to MISRA guidelines High-performance microcontrollers such as STM32 RTOS and/or bare-metal development CAN and Modbus RTU over RS485 MQTT, WebSockets and network-connected embedded systems Firmware and hardware integration, troubleshooting and validation Windows and/or Linux-based higher-level applications Secure boot, TLS, certificate handling and signed over-the-air firmware updates Automated testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing High-voltage DC systems and power electronics Experience within the energy sector, industrial control, automotive, power electronics or another safety-conscious, protocol-heavy environment would be particularly relevant. Experience with OCPP (1.6J/2.0.1/2.1), IEC 61851, ISO 15118 / DIN 70121 and Megawatt Charging System (MCS) would also be highly valuable, although direct charging-sector experience is not essential. Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. What you ll do You ll take a leading role in the development and evolution of embedded software and firmware for complex energy infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include: Eliciting and defining technical requirements and translating them into robust engineering solutions Designing, developing and maintaining clean, modular and efficient embedded software in modern C++ Developing and bringing up firmware for high-performance microcontrollers Architecting communication gateways between hardware subsystems, connected equipment and cloud services Implementing and optimising CAN, Modbus RTU/RS485, MQTT and WebSocket communications Integrating energy meters, insulation monitoring devices, power modules, controllers and other critical hardware Supporting cybersecurity across connected embedded systems, including TLS, certificate management, secure boot and signed OTA updates Working alongside hardware engineers and external technical partners on board bring-up, diagnostics and system validation Using tools including oscilloscopes, CANalyzer, protocol testers and electronic loads to investigate and resolve issues Building automated test infrastructure, including unit testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing Designing systems with serviceability and observability in mind, including structured logging and remote diagnostics Supporting commissioning and diagnosing complex issues within deployed systems Contributing to safe engineering practices when working with high-voltage DC equipment Providing technical leadership through code reviews, documentation, mentoring and design reviews Helping evaluate hardware, firmware and embedded software solutions based on cost, performance, reliability and maintainability You ll be someone who can lead development workstreams independently while collaborating effectively with hardware, software and wider engineering teams. A calm, methodical approach to troubleshooting and the ability to manage multiple technical priorities will be important. Benefits 5% employer pension contribution Life insurance at three times your basic annual salary Discretionary bonus scheme Salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-power energy infrastructure If you re an experienced Embedded Software Engineer looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects within the energy sector , we d love to hear from you apply today!
07/10/2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer Energy Sector Salary: £70,000 £90,000 + benefits Hours: Full-time, Permanent Location: Birmingham Hybrid, 1-2 days per week required in the office (Flexible) We re looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing high-performance technology for the energy sector. This is a hands-on role where you ll take ownership of embedded software and firmware from initial requirements and architecture through to integration, validation and in-service support. You ll work across both low-level microcontroller firmware and higher-level supervisory applications, developing software used within complex, high-power infrastructure. Reliability, performance and maintainability are critical, so we re looking for someone who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems and taking genuine ownership of the systems they develop. The role offers a varied technical workload, with approximately 60% new development, 30% integration and testing, and 10% in-service support. About the candidate You ll be an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in modern C++ and developing software for resource-constrained embedded systems. You ll be comfortable working across firmware, hardware and higher-level applications and have experience taking products beyond initial development into integration, testing and live operation. We re particularly interested in experience with: Modern C++ within embedded environments and working to MISRA guidelines High-performance microcontrollers such as STM32 RTOS and/or bare-metal development CAN and Modbus RTU over RS485 MQTT, WebSockets and network-connected embedded systems Firmware and hardware integration, troubleshooting and validation Windows and/or Linux-based higher-level applications Secure boot, TLS, certificate handling and signed over-the-air firmware updates Automated testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing High-voltage DC systems and power electronics Experience within the energy sector, industrial control, automotive, power electronics or another safety-conscious, protocol-heavy environment would be particularly relevant. Experience with OCPP (1.6J/2.0.1/2.1), IEC 61851, ISO 15118 / DIN 70121 and Megawatt Charging System (MCS) would also be highly valuable, although direct charging-sector experience is not essential. Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. What you ll do You ll take a leading role in the development and evolution of embedded software and firmware for complex energy infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include: Eliciting and defining technical requirements and translating them into robust engineering solutions Designing, developing and maintaining clean, modular and efficient embedded software in modern C++ Developing and bringing up firmware for high-performance microcontrollers Architecting communication gateways between hardware subsystems, connected equipment and cloud services Implementing and optimising CAN, Modbus RTU/RS485, MQTT and WebSocket communications Integrating energy meters, insulation monitoring devices, power modules, controllers and other critical hardware Supporting cybersecurity across connected embedded systems, including TLS, certificate management, secure boot and signed OTA updates Working alongside hardware engineers and external technical partners on board bring-up, diagnostics and system validation Using tools including oscilloscopes, CANalyzer, protocol testers and electronic loads to investigate and resolve issues Building automated test infrastructure, including unit testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing Designing systems with serviceability and observability in mind, including structured logging and remote diagnostics Supporting commissioning and diagnosing complex issues within deployed systems Contributing to safe engineering practices when working with high-voltage DC equipment Providing technical leadership through code reviews, documentation, mentoring and design reviews Helping evaluate hardware, firmware and embedded software solutions based on cost, performance, reliability and maintainability You ll be someone who can lead development workstreams independently while collaborating effectively with hardware, software and wider engineering teams. A calm, methodical approach to troubleshooting and the ability to manage multiple technical priorities will be important. Benefits 5% employer pension contribution Life insurance at three times your basic annual salary Discretionary bonus scheme Salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-power energy infrastructure If you re an experienced Embedded Software Engineer looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects within the energy sector , we d love to hear from you apply today!
Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Energy Sector Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 + benefits Hours: Full-time, Permanent Location: Birmingham - Hybrid, 1-2 days per week required in the office (Flexible) We're looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing high-performance technology for the energy sector. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of embedded software and firmware from initial requirements and architecture through to integration, validation and in-service support. You'll work across both low-level microcontroller firmware and higher-level supervisory applications, developing software used within complex, high-power infrastructure. Reliability, performance and maintainability are critical, so we're looking for someone who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems and taking genuine ownership of the systems they develop. The role offers a varied technical workload, with approximately 60% new development, 30% integration and testing, and 10% in-service support. About the candidate You'll be an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in modern C++ and developing software for resource-constrained embedded systems. You'll be comfortable working across firmware, hardware and higher-level applications and have experience taking products beyond initial development into integration, testing and live operation. We're particularly interested in experience with: Modern C++ within embedded environments and working to MISRA guidelines High-performance microcontrollers such as STM32 RTOS and/or bare-metal development CAN and Modbus RTU over RS485 MQTT, WebSockets and network-connected embedded systems Firmware and hardware integration, troubleshooting and validation Windows and/or Linux-based higher-level applications Secure boot, TLS, certificate handling and signed over-the-air firmware updates Automated testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing High-voltage DC systems and power electronics Experience within the energy sector, industrial control, automotive, power electronics or another safety-conscious, protocol-heavy environment would be particularly relevant. Experience with OCPP (1.6J/2.0.1/2.1), IEC 61851, ISO 15118 / DIN 70121 and Megawatt Charging System (MCS) would also be highly valuable, although direct charging-sector experience is not essential. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. What you'll do You'll take a leading role in the development and evolution of embedded software and firmware for complex energy infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include: Eliciting and defining technical requirements and translating them into robust engineering solutions Designing, developing and maintaining clean, modular and efficient embedded software in modern C++ Developing and bringing up firmware for high-performance microcontrollers Architecting communication gateways between hardware subsystems, connected equipment and cloud services Implementing and optimising CAN, Modbus RTU/RS485, MQTT and WebSocket communications Integrating energy meters, insulation monitoring devices, power modules, controllers and other critical hardware Supporting cybersecurity across connected embedded systems, including TLS, certificate management, secure boot and signed OTA updates Working alongside hardware engineers and external technical partners on board bring-up, diagnostics and system validation Using tools including oscilloscopes, CANalyzer, protocol testers and electronic loads to investigate and resolve issues Building automated test infrastructure, including unit testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing Designing systems with serviceability and observability in mind, including structured logging and remote diagnostics Supporting commissioning and diagnosing complex issues within deployed systems Contributing to safe engineering practices when working with high-voltage DC equipment Providing technical leadership through code reviews, documentation, mentoring and design reviews Helping evaluate hardware, firmware and embedded software solutions based on cost, performance, reliability and maintainability You'll be someone who can lead development workstreams independently while collaborating effectively with hardware, software and wider engineering teams. A calm, methodical approach to troubleshooting and the ability to manage multiple technical priorities will be important. Benefits 5% employer pension contribution Life insurance at three times your basic annual salary Discretionary bonus scheme Salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-power energy infrastructure If you're an experienced Embedded Software Engineer looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects within the energy sector , we'd love to hear from you - apply today!
07/10/2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Energy Sector Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 + benefits Hours: Full-time, Permanent Location: Birmingham - Hybrid, 1-2 days per week required in the office (Flexible) We're looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing high-performance technology for the energy sector. This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of embedded software and firmware from initial requirements and architecture through to integration, validation and in-service support. You'll work across both low-level microcontroller firmware and higher-level supervisory applications, developing software used within complex, high-power infrastructure. Reliability, performance and maintainability are critical, so we're looking for someone who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems and taking genuine ownership of the systems they develop. The role offers a varied technical workload, with approximately 60% new development, 30% integration and testing, and 10% in-service support. About the candidate You'll be an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a strong background in modern C++ and developing software for resource-constrained embedded systems. You'll be comfortable working across firmware, hardware and higher-level applications and have experience taking products beyond initial development into integration, testing and live operation. We're particularly interested in experience with: Modern C++ within embedded environments and working to MISRA guidelines High-performance microcontrollers such as STM32 RTOS and/or bare-metal development CAN and Modbus RTU over RS485 MQTT, WebSockets and network-connected embedded systems Firmware and hardware integration, troubleshooting and validation Windows and/or Linux-based higher-level applications Secure boot, TLS, certificate handling and signed over-the-air firmware updates Automated testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing High-voltage DC systems and power electronics Experience within the energy sector, industrial control, automotive, power electronics or another safety-conscious, protocol-heavy environment would be particularly relevant. Experience with OCPP (1.6J/2.0.1/2.1), IEC 61851, ISO 15118 / DIN 70121 and Megawatt Charging System (MCS) would also be highly valuable, although direct charging-sector experience is not essential. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. What you'll do You'll take a leading role in the development and evolution of embedded software and firmware for complex energy infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include: Eliciting and defining technical requirements and translating them into robust engineering solutions Designing, developing and maintaining clean, modular and efficient embedded software in modern C++ Developing and bringing up firmware for high-performance microcontrollers Architecting communication gateways between hardware subsystems, connected equipment and cloud services Implementing and optimising CAN, Modbus RTU/RS485, MQTT and WebSocket communications Integrating energy meters, insulation monitoring devices, power modules, controllers and other critical hardware Supporting cybersecurity across connected embedded systems, including TLS, certificate management, secure boot and signed OTA updates Working alongside hardware engineers and external technical partners on board bring-up, diagnostics and system validation Using tools including oscilloscopes, CANalyzer, protocol testers and electronic loads to investigate and resolve issues Building automated test infrastructure, including unit testing, CI and hardware-in-the-loop testing Designing systems with serviceability and observability in mind, including structured logging and remote diagnostics Supporting commissioning and diagnosing complex issues within deployed systems Contributing to safe engineering practices when working with high-voltage DC equipment Providing technical leadership through code reviews, documentation, mentoring and design reviews Helping evaluate hardware, firmware and embedded software solutions based on cost, performance, reliability and maintainability You'll be someone who can lead development workstreams independently while collaborating effectively with hardware, software and wider engineering teams. A calm, methodical approach to troubleshooting and the ability to manage multiple technical priorities will be important. Benefits 5% employer pension contribution Life insurance at three times your basic annual salary Discretionary bonus scheme Salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family leave benefits Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-power energy infrastructure If you're an experienced Embedded Software Engineer looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects within the energy sector , we'd love to hear from you - apply today!
Adversarial Tooling Engineer - AI & Red Team Engineering - Contract Rate £600 per day - Inside IR35 Contract 14 month contract with occasional travel to Sheffield Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Adversarial Tooling Engineer to join a major cybersecurity programme within a large, complex enterprise environment. This is not a traditional penetration testing role. We are looking for a strong software engineer with genuine offensive security experience who can design, build and maintain the internal tooling used by Red Team and adversarial security specialists. The role also has a significant AI component. You will develop AI-enabled adversarial tooling and agentic workflows that improve operator effectiveness while ensuring activity remains safe, controlled, auditable and within agreed rules of engagement. What You'll Be Doing Design and build internal adversarial security tools, scripts, utilities and small services. Translate Red Team and adversarial TTP requirements into reliable technical solutions. Develop operator-facing tooling capable of performing effectively during real security assessments. Build AI-enabled tooling and agentic workflows to automate and accelerate repeatable adversarial activities. Implement appropriate AI guardrails including action allow-lists, human approval gates, environment controls and audit trails. Develop evaluation and regression testing for AI and agentic capabilities. Build tooling capable of operating in constrained environments with intermittent connectivity, limited permissions and challenging operational conditions. Apply secure-by-design principles including least privilege, secrets management, input validation and safe defaults. Improve existing tooling through refactoring, automated testing, CI/CD and better release processes. Produce high-quality documentation, runbooks and troubleshooting guidance. Support Red Team operators during time-sensitive engagements. Work closely with adversarial engineers, defensive security teams and platform specialists. Mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to engineering standards across the team. What We're Looking For Strong software engineering background with experience building maintainable production-quality tools or services. Practical offensive security experience across Red Teaming, penetration testing or adversary simulation. Strong Python development skills. Experience with additional languages such as Go, C#, C++ or TypeScript. Experience building AI-enabled tooling, AI agents or agentic workflows. Understanding of LLM security and the risks associated with autonomous or semi-autonomous AI systems. Strong understanding of offensive security TTPs and operational security. Experience developing secure tooling with appropriate credential handling, logging and traceability. Strong Linux experience. CI/CD, automated testing and modern software engineering practices. Ability to operate effectively within defined security governance and rules of engagement. Desirable Experience Development of Red Team/operator-facing CLI or GUI tooling. Development of APIs, automation frameworks or agent/implant-side components. AWS and/or Azure. Defensive security, detection engineering or Purple Team experience. AI security including prompt-injection defence, agent permissions, tool/action controls and human-in-the-loop workflows. The Ideal Candidate You are likely to come from a strong software engineering background before moving deeper into offensive security, or you may already be an experienced Red Team engineer who has built substantial tooling rather than simply used commercial or open-source security products. Crucially, you should be someone who enjoys building things. We are looking for an engineer capable of taking an operator requirement and turning it into robust, reusable and maintainable adversarial capability. Experience combining offensive security engineering with AI or agentic technology would be particularly attractive. Why Consider This Contract? This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of software engineering, offensive cybersecurity and AI. Rather than simply operating existing security tools, you will help build the capabilities that specialist adversarial teams use, including the next generation of AI-assisted security tooling. 14 month contract with occasional travel to Sheffield
07/10/2026
Contractor
Adversarial Tooling Engineer - AI & Red Team Engineering - Contract Rate £600 per day - Inside IR35 Contract 14 month contract with occasional travel to Sheffield Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Adversarial Tooling Engineer to join a major cybersecurity programme within a large, complex enterprise environment. This is not a traditional penetration testing role. We are looking for a strong software engineer with genuine offensive security experience who can design, build and maintain the internal tooling used by Red Team and adversarial security specialists. The role also has a significant AI component. You will develop AI-enabled adversarial tooling and agentic workflows that improve operator effectiveness while ensuring activity remains safe, controlled, auditable and within agreed rules of engagement. What You'll Be Doing Design and build internal adversarial security tools, scripts, utilities and small services. Translate Red Team and adversarial TTP requirements into reliable technical solutions. Develop operator-facing tooling capable of performing effectively during real security assessments. Build AI-enabled tooling and agentic workflows to automate and accelerate repeatable adversarial activities. Implement appropriate AI guardrails including action allow-lists, human approval gates, environment controls and audit trails. Develop evaluation and regression testing for AI and agentic capabilities. Build tooling capable of operating in constrained environments with intermittent connectivity, limited permissions and challenging operational conditions. Apply secure-by-design principles including least privilege, secrets management, input validation and safe defaults. Improve existing tooling through refactoring, automated testing, CI/CD and better release processes. Produce high-quality documentation, runbooks and troubleshooting guidance. Support Red Team operators during time-sensitive engagements. Work closely with adversarial engineers, defensive security teams and platform specialists. Mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to engineering standards across the team. What We're Looking For Strong software engineering background with experience building maintainable production-quality tools or services. Practical offensive security experience across Red Teaming, penetration testing or adversary simulation. Strong Python development skills. Experience with additional languages such as Go, C#, C++ or TypeScript. Experience building AI-enabled tooling, AI agents or agentic workflows. Understanding of LLM security and the risks associated with autonomous or semi-autonomous AI systems. Strong understanding of offensive security TTPs and operational security. Experience developing secure tooling with appropriate credential handling, logging and traceability. Strong Linux experience. CI/CD, automated testing and modern software engineering practices. Ability to operate effectively within defined security governance and rules of engagement. Desirable Experience Development of Red Team/operator-facing CLI or GUI tooling. Development of APIs, automation frameworks or agent/implant-side components. AWS and/or Azure. Defensive security, detection engineering or Purple Team experience. AI security including prompt-injection defence, agent permissions, tool/action controls and human-in-the-loop workflows. The Ideal Candidate You are likely to come from a strong software engineering background before moving deeper into offensive security, or you may already be an experienced Red Team engineer who has built substantial tooling rather than simply used commercial or open-source security products. Crucially, you should be someone who enjoys building things. We are looking for an engineer capable of taking an operator requirement and turning it into robust, reusable and maintainable adversarial capability. Experience combining offensive security engineering with AI or agentic technology would be particularly attractive. Why Consider This Contract? This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of software engineering, offensive cybersecurity and AI. Rather than simply operating existing security tools, you will help build the capabilities that specialist adversarial teams use, including the next generation of AI-assisted security tooling. 14 month contract with occasional travel to Sheffield
We are seeking an experienced OT Systems Architect with FMCG/Food Manufacturing industry experience to lead the design, integration, and optimization of industrial automation and digital manufacturing solutions. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep OT expertise with modern industrial data architectures, connectivity platforms, and visualization technologies. You will play a key role in driving smart factory initiatives, designing scalable OT infrastructures, connecting shop-floor systems to enterprise platforms, and enabling data-driven decision-making across manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Design and implement OT architectures for industrial automation environments. Develop and maintain connectivity between PLCs, SCADA systems, historians, and enterprise applications. Architect and deploy solutions using FactoryTalk Optix and Siemens Industrial Edge . Design and optimize OPC-UA data models for industrial equipment and manufacturing assets. Enable reliable collection and aggregation of data from PLCs and production systems. Integrate operational technology data with reporting and analytics platforms such as Power BI . Define and support historian and time-series database architectures, including InfluxDB . Collaborate with engineering, IT, and operations teams to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing OT solutions. Support cybersecurity best practices within industrial control system environments. Contribute to automation projects through PLC programming, troubleshooting, and system optimization. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with FactoryTalk Optix (Rockwell Automation) . Hands-on expertise with Siemens Industrial Edge . Experience designing OT systems architectures within manufacturing environments. Proven experience with PLC programming and integration . Strong knowledge of: Siemens PLCs Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs Experience collecting and processing operational data from PLC systems. Strong understanding of OPC-UA communication protocols and data modelling. Experience integrating OT data into enterprise platforms and analytics tools. Knowledge of industrial networking and communication architectures. Experience with SCADA systems and industrial historians. Solid understanding of time-series databases , particularly InfluxDB . Experience designing data pipelines for Real Time and historical production data. Experience integrating OT data with Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions. Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and integration tasks. Basic understanding of industrial cybersecurity principles and OT security best practices. Interested? Please apply and let's connect! Razvan Tarus Let op: vacaturefraude Helaas komt vacaturefraude steeds vaker voor. We waarschuwen je voor mogelijke misleiding: * Wij zullen nooit via WhatsApp of in een videogesprek vragen om jouw persoonlijke gegevens (zoals een kopie van je ID, bankgegevens of BSN). * Twijfel je over de echtheid van een vacature of contactpersoon? Neem dan altijd rechtstreeks contact met ons op via de officiële contactgegevens op onze website. Important: job fraud Unfortunately, job fraud is becoming more common. Beware of such scams: * We will never ask for personal information (such as a copy of your ID, bank details, or social security number) via WhatsApp or during a video call. * If you're unsure whether a vacancy or contact person is legitimate, please reach out to us directly using the official contact details on our website.
07/10/2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced OT Systems Architect with FMCG/Food Manufacturing industry experience to lead the design, integration, and optimization of industrial automation and digital manufacturing solutions. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep OT expertise with modern industrial data architectures, connectivity platforms, and visualization technologies. You will play a key role in driving smart factory initiatives, designing scalable OT infrastructures, connecting shop-floor systems to enterprise platforms, and enabling data-driven decision-making across manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Design and implement OT architectures for industrial automation environments. Develop and maintain connectivity between PLCs, SCADA systems, historians, and enterprise applications. Architect and deploy solutions using FactoryTalk Optix and Siemens Industrial Edge . Design and optimize OPC-UA data models for industrial equipment and manufacturing assets. Enable reliable collection and aggregation of data from PLCs and production systems. Integrate operational technology data with reporting and analytics platforms such as Power BI . Define and support historian and time-series database architectures, including InfluxDB . Collaborate with engineering, IT, and operations teams to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing OT solutions. Support cybersecurity best practices within industrial control system environments. Contribute to automation projects through PLC programming, troubleshooting, and system optimization. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with FactoryTalk Optix (Rockwell Automation) . Hands-on expertise with Siemens Industrial Edge . Experience designing OT systems architectures within manufacturing environments. Proven experience with PLC programming and integration . Strong knowledge of: Siemens PLCs Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs Experience collecting and processing operational data from PLC systems. Strong understanding of OPC-UA communication protocols and data modelling. Experience integrating OT data into enterprise platforms and analytics tools. Knowledge of industrial networking and communication architectures. Experience with SCADA systems and industrial historians. Solid understanding of time-series databases , particularly InfluxDB . Experience designing data pipelines for Real Time and historical production data. Experience integrating OT data with Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions. Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and integration tasks. Basic understanding of industrial cybersecurity principles and OT security best practices. Interested? Please apply and let's connect! Razvan Tarus Let op: vacaturefraude Helaas komt vacaturefraude steeds vaker voor. We waarschuwen je voor mogelijke misleiding: * Wij zullen nooit via WhatsApp of in een videogesprek vragen om jouw persoonlijke gegevens (zoals een kopie van je ID, bankgegevens of BSN). * Twijfel je over de echtheid van een vacature of contactpersoon? Neem dan altijd rechtstreeks contact met ons op via de officiële contactgegevens op onze website. Important: job fraud Unfortunately, job fraud is becoming more common. Beware of such scams: * We will never ask for personal information (such as a copy of your ID, bank details, or social security number) via WhatsApp or during a video call. * If you're unsure whether a vacancy or contact person is legitimate, please reach out to us directly using the official contact details on our website.
OT Security Technical Lead Our client is urgently looking for an experienced OT Security Technical Lead to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is on-site 5 days per week near Didcot. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving cybersecurity controls across the company's manufacturing OT environments, including industrial control systems, factory automation systems, and other OT technologies as needed. The role combines OT-security engineering, architecture, technical leadership, and cross-functional partnership to reduce cyber risk while safeguarding personnel, production continuity, and product quality. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including 15% bonus, annual leave, pension scheme, private medical insurance, on-site parking and café and many, many more perks! OT Security Technical Lead - Key Skills: 5+ years of experience in OT/ICS engineering, industrial automation, cybersecurity or a related field Experience of designing and/or implementing security controls/solutions for OT, industrial control systems or components (PLC, HMI, SCADA etc) Strong practical understanding of industrial control systems and communications protocols, including EtherNet/IP, CIP, S7 communication, Modbus, DNP3, OPC Classic/OPC UA, PROFINET, and BACnet Proficient in OT network architecture and security controls, including network segmentation, Firewalls, industrial DMZs, secure remote access, and secure communications Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and remediate OT related security risks, vulnerabilities, and configuration weaknesses Hands-on experience with OT security platforms such as Nozomi Networks, Claroty, Dragos, Microsoft Defender for IoT, Tenable OT, or comparable technologies Familiarity with major industrial automation vendors and technologies, including Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Emerson and GE Experience serving as a technical lead on large-scale projects involving geographically distributed and cross-cultural teams Demonstrated experience defining and implementing security standards, processes, and governance within large corporate IT environments Working knowledge of OT security frameworks and standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and the Purdue Enterprise Reference Architecture (PERA) OT Security Technical Lead Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
07/10/2026
Full time
OT Security Technical Lead Our client is urgently looking for an experienced OT Security Technical Lead to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is on-site 5 days per week near Didcot. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving cybersecurity controls across the company's manufacturing OT environments, including industrial control systems, factory automation systems, and other OT technologies as needed. The role combines OT-security engineering, architecture, technical leadership, and cross-functional partnership to reduce cyber risk while safeguarding personnel, production continuity, and product quality. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including 15% bonus, annual leave, pension scheme, private medical insurance, on-site parking and café and many, many more perks! OT Security Technical Lead - Key Skills: 5+ years of experience in OT/ICS engineering, industrial automation, cybersecurity or a related field Experience of designing and/or implementing security controls/solutions for OT, industrial control systems or components (PLC, HMI, SCADA etc) Strong practical understanding of industrial control systems and communications protocols, including EtherNet/IP, CIP, S7 communication, Modbus, DNP3, OPC Classic/OPC UA, PROFINET, and BACnet Proficient in OT network architecture and security controls, including network segmentation, Firewalls, industrial DMZs, secure remote access, and secure communications Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and remediate OT related security risks, vulnerabilities, and configuration weaknesses Hands-on experience with OT security platforms such as Nozomi Networks, Claroty, Dragos, Microsoft Defender for IoT, Tenable OT, or comparable technologies Familiarity with major industrial automation vendors and technologies, including Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Emerson and GE Experience serving as a technical lead on large-scale projects involving geographically distributed and cross-cultural teams Demonstrated experience defining and implementing security standards, processes, and governance within large corporate IT environments Working knowledge of OT security frameworks and standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and the Purdue Enterprise Reference Architecture (PERA) OT Security Technical Lead Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Newton Heath, Manchester
Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to join a IT team playing a key role in supporting, maintaining and developing the companies internal technology infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Head of IT, you ll work alongside other Infrastructure & M365 Engineers, taking ownership of infrastructure platforms, cybersecurity, automation and technical projects. While you ll initially work closely with end users and the IT Service Desk to build a strong understanding of the environment, this is primarily an infrastructure-focused role. You ll act as an escalation point for complex technical issues and help drive continuous improvements across the IT estate. What you ll be doing You ll administer and maintain our Windows Server, Active Directory and Group Policy environments, alongside Hyper-V, Microsoft 365 Hybrid, Azure/Entra ID and Intune. You ll take an active role in server migrations, infrastructure upgrades and refresh projects, as well as supporting SQL Server, IIS and Remote Desktop Services environments. Security will be a key part of your role. You ll help manage patching, vulnerability remediation, endpoint protection, firewall and VPN technologies, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and contribute to our ongoing Cyber Essentials Plus compliance. You ll also support our network infrastructure, including switching, VLANs, WAN connectivity and Sophos XGS firewalls, while using PowerShell and management tools to automate processes and improve efficiency. Alongside hands-on technical work, you ll produce clear technical documentation and network diagrams, support infrastructure planning and act as a senior escalation point for the IT Service Desk. What we re looking for You ll ideally have 6 8+ years experience in IT infrastructure, with strong hands-on knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy and Hyper-V. Experience across Microsoft 365 Hybrid environments, Intune, Azure/Entra ID, networking, firewalls, backup and recovery, patch management and vulnerability remediation is important. You should also be comfortable administering and automating environments using PowerShell. Experience supporting or migrating SQL Server, IIS and Remote Desktop Services would be particularly valuable. You ll be an excellent troubleshooter with a proactive approach, strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues. Experience with Cyber Essentials Plus, Mimecast or Sophos XGS, together with relevant Microsoft, Azure, networking or security certifications, would be advantageous.
07/10/2026
Full time
Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to join a IT team playing a key role in supporting, maintaining and developing the companies internal technology infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Head of IT, you ll work alongside other Infrastructure & M365 Engineers, taking ownership of infrastructure platforms, cybersecurity, automation and technical projects. While you ll initially work closely with end users and the IT Service Desk to build a strong understanding of the environment, this is primarily an infrastructure-focused role. You ll act as an escalation point for complex technical issues and help drive continuous improvements across the IT estate. What you ll be doing You ll administer and maintain our Windows Server, Active Directory and Group Policy environments, alongside Hyper-V, Microsoft 365 Hybrid, Azure/Entra ID and Intune. You ll take an active role in server migrations, infrastructure upgrades and refresh projects, as well as supporting SQL Server, IIS and Remote Desktop Services environments. Security will be a key part of your role. You ll help manage patching, vulnerability remediation, endpoint protection, firewall and VPN technologies, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and contribute to our ongoing Cyber Essentials Plus compliance. You ll also support our network infrastructure, including switching, VLANs, WAN connectivity and Sophos XGS firewalls, while using PowerShell and management tools to automate processes and improve efficiency. Alongside hands-on technical work, you ll produce clear technical documentation and network diagrams, support infrastructure planning and act as a senior escalation point for the IT Service Desk. What we re looking for You ll ideally have 6 8+ years experience in IT infrastructure, with strong hands-on knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy and Hyper-V. Experience across Microsoft 365 Hybrid environments, Intune, Azure/Entra ID, networking, firewalls, backup and recovery, patch management and vulnerability remediation is important. You should also be comfortable administering and automating environments using PowerShell. Experience supporting or migrating SQL Server, IIS and Remote Desktop Services would be particularly valuable. You ll be an excellent troubleshooter with a proactive approach, strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues. Experience with Cyber Essentials Plus, Mimecast or Sophos XGS, together with relevant Microsoft, Azure, networking or security certifications, would be advantageous.
IT Manager, Manufacturing, Stoke to £55,000 A leading Engineering and manufacturing outfit are looking for an experienced, practical minded IT Manager to take ownership of their day-to-day technology environment. Due to growing they are requiring an IT Manager that has expertise in managing technology infrastructure, systems administration, and team leadership. The IT Manager will have a proven track record in leading IT projects, optimising system performance and ensuring compliance with industry standards for UK and International offices. Key Duties: IT Infrastructure Management Stakeholder Management Cybersecurity Project Management Technical Expertise Global Support / ERPs Polices & Procedures Budget & Cost Management Continuous Improvement Qualifications: Degree in information management, business administration, industrial engineering, business informatics) or comparable education Required Experience/Skills: 5 10 years experience in IT infrastructure management, systems administration, and network operations Proven experience in managing an IT team, including mentoring and development Project management experience, including successful planning, execution, and completion of IT projects (e.g. system upgrades, software implementations) Proficiency in cybersecurity practices, including implementing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and managing incident response Experience with networking technologies (firewalls, VPNs, switches, routers) and troubleshooting complex network issues Strong knowledge of systems and database administration Experience in developing and managing IT budgets, including cost optimisation and vendor management Familiarity with IT service management frameworks and best practices for maintaining IT operations and service continuity Experience in ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations Demonstrated experience in disaster recovery planning and business continuity strategies Cross-departmental collaboration and stakeholder management. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Experience with cloud computing, IoT and AI/ML is a plus. Strong analytical, conceptual and organisational skills Negotiation skills for vendor contracts, software licensing, and service agreements Desirable skillset: Experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX and Atlassian suite of programmes (Jira / Confluence)
07/10/2026
Full time
IT Manager, Manufacturing, Stoke to £55,000 A leading Engineering and manufacturing outfit are looking for an experienced, practical minded IT Manager to take ownership of their day-to-day technology environment. Due to growing they are requiring an IT Manager that has expertise in managing technology infrastructure, systems administration, and team leadership. The IT Manager will have a proven track record in leading IT projects, optimising system performance and ensuring compliance with industry standards for UK and International offices. Key Duties: IT Infrastructure Management Stakeholder Management Cybersecurity Project Management Technical Expertise Global Support / ERPs Polices & Procedures Budget & Cost Management Continuous Improvement Qualifications: Degree in information management, business administration, industrial engineering, business informatics) or comparable education Required Experience/Skills: 5 10 years experience in IT infrastructure management, systems administration, and network operations Proven experience in managing an IT team, including mentoring and development Project management experience, including successful planning, execution, and completion of IT projects (e.g. system upgrades, software implementations) Proficiency in cybersecurity practices, including implementing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and managing incident response Experience with networking technologies (firewalls, VPNs, switches, routers) and troubleshooting complex network issues Strong knowledge of systems and database administration Experience in developing and managing IT budgets, including cost optimisation and vendor management Familiarity with IT service management frameworks and best practices for maintaining IT operations and service continuity Experience in ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations Demonstrated experience in disaster recovery planning and business continuity strategies Cross-departmental collaboration and stakeholder management. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Experience with cloud computing, IoT and AI/ML is a plus. Strong analytical, conceptual and organisational skills Negotiation skills for vendor contracts, software licensing, and service agreements Desirable skillset: Experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX and Atlassian suite of programmes (Jira / Confluence)
Cyber Design Lead Location: Sheffield Duration: December - Extension Highly Likely Work Pattern: 3 days onsite per week Rate: (Apply online only) DoE - Day Rate Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS Role Overview We're looking for a Cyber Design Lead / Design Engineer to own end-to-end solution design across cybersecurity initiatives. You'll produce architecture design documents, high-level designs, architecture patterns, decision records, risk assessments, and technical governance artefacts. The role requires someone comfortable presenting solutions to Design Authorities, senior stakeholders, and leadership teams, while providing technical leadership across cybersecurity transformation programmes. Essential Experience Cyber Security Architecture Strong cybersecurity background in one or more of: Identity & Access Management (IAM) Security Operations & Incident Response Threat & Vulnerability Management Cloud Security Infrastructure Security Network Security Application Security Data Security Cryptography Experience working on large-scale IT and cyber transformation programmes. Strong understanding of both Enterprise Architecture and Solution Architecture. Ability to communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Knowledge of security governance, risk management, threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response. Identity & Access Management 3+ years' experience with HashiCorp Vault (preferably on-prem). 3+ years' experience using Terraform, including development of complex reusable modules. Strong experience integrating Vault, including: Secret Engines Authentication Methods Reusable integration patterns Experience troubleshooting and resolving Vault integration issues. Experience designing or implementing Workload Identity Frameworks. Able to define and influence enterprise secrets management strategy. IAM Knowledge Areas Federated Identity Management Single Sign-On (SSO) Privileged Access Management (PAM) Authentication protocols including: Kerberos OAuth SAML Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Produce and maintain end-to-end solution designs. Translate business requirements into secure architecture solutions. Create and maintain architecture decision records. Identify and manage design deviations and technical debt. Document and mitigate technical risks and issues. Ensure solutions are efficient, scalable, and cost-effective. Promote strong documentation standards and governance. Governance Present designs through governance and design authority processes. Ensure architecture artefacts undergo peer review. Gain approval for patterns, designs, risks, and deviations. Risk Management Identify, manage, and escalate technical risks. Define remediation plans. Understand and explain the impact of design decisions on risk and delivery. Leadership Provide technical leadership within cybersecurity. Act as a subject matter expert across programmes. Lead and mentor architects, engineers, and analysts. Support programme management activities when required. Preferred Certifications CISSP CISM SABSA TOGAF Tools Jira Confluence Ideal Candidate A senior Cyber Architect or Cyber Design Lead with deep IAM and HashiCorp Vault expertise, strong architecture governance experience, and a track record delivering security designs within large enterprise environments, ideally within regulated sectors. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
06/10/2026
Contractor
Cyber Design Lead Location: Sheffield Duration: December - Extension Highly Likely Work Pattern: 3 days onsite per week Rate: (Apply online only) DoE - Day Rate Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS Role Overview We're looking for a Cyber Design Lead / Design Engineer to own end-to-end solution design across cybersecurity initiatives. You'll produce architecture design documents, high-level designs, architecture patterns, decision records, risk assessments, and technical governance artefacts. The role requires someone comfortable presenting solutions to Design Authorities, senior stakeholders, and leadership teams, while providing technical leadership across cybersecurity transformation programmes. Essential Experience Cyber Security Architecture Strong cybersecurity background in one or more of: Identity & Access Management (IAM) Security Operations & Incident Response Threat & Vulnerability Management Cloud Security Infrastructure Security Network Security Application Security Data Security Cryptography Experience working on large-scale IT and cyber transformation programmes. Strong understanding of both Enterprise Architecture and Solution Architecture. Ability to communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Knowledge of security governance, risk management, threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response. Identity & Access Management 3+ years' experience with HashiCorp Vault (preferably on-prem). 3+ years' experience using Terraform, including development of complex reusable modules. Strong experience integrating Vault, including: Secret Engines Authentication Methods Reusable integration patterns Experience troubleshooting and resolving Vault integration issues. Experience designing or implementing Workload Identity Frameworks. Able to define and influence enterprise secrets management strategy. IAM Knowledge Areas Federated Identity Management Single Sign-On (SSO) Privileged Access Management (PAM) Authentication protocols including: Kerberos OAuth SAML Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Produce and maintain end-to-end solution designs. Translate business requirements into secure architecture solutions. Create and maintain architecture decision records. Identify and manage design deviations and technical debt. Document and mitigate technical risks and issues. Ensure solutions are efficient, scalable, and cost-effective. Promote strong documentation standards and governance. Governance Present designs through governance and design authority processes. Ensure architecture artefacts undergo peer review. Gain approval for patterns, designs, risks, and deviations. Risk Management Identify, manage, and escalate technical risks. Define remediation plans. Understand and explain the impact of design decisions on risk and delivery. Leadership Provide technical leadership within cybersecurity. Act as a subject matter expert across programmes. Lead and mentor architects, engineers, and analysts. Support programme management activities when required. Preferred Certifications CISSP CISM SABSA TOGAF Tools Jira Confluence Ideal Candidate A senior Cyber Architect or Cyber Design Lead with deep IAM and HashiCorp Vault expertise, strong architecture governance experience, and a track record delivering security designs within large enterprise environments, ideally within regulated sectors. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Astute's team are currently recruiting for a Senior IT Systems Engineer to provide technical and operational support across a company's ICT infrastructure, systems and services. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT professional to take a senior role, providing technical guidance to Systems Engineers while supporting infrastructure, cybersecurity and technology improvement projects. The Senior IT Systems Engineer position comes with a salary of up to 45,000. Role responsibilities and key skills: Provide senior technical support across ICT infrastructure, systems and business-critical technology platforms. Act as a technical escalation point for Systems Engineers, providing guidance, mentoring and coordination. Support the ICT Manager with infrastructure development, maintenance, projects and technology improvements. Manage and develop company systems, databases and IT solutions. Provide technical support and training to IT users across the organisation. Support site projects and remote locations with IT technical requirements. Manage personnel identification cards, access control and network accounts. Support cybersecurity, data protection and relevant IT/security accreditations. Liaise with external IT providers, contractors and internal stakeholders. NVQ Level 3 in Computer Technology or equivalent required. Strong experience in database administration, hardware architecture, network management and computer security. Competent Microsoft Office user with strong organisational and communication skills. Experience handling confidential and commercially sensitive information desirable. Location, salary and package: Salary up to 45,000 37.5 hours per week Overtime available at time and a half, with double time for Sundays and hours above 60 per week Private healthcare Life assurance - 3x salary 5% employer pension contribution Discretionary bonus 187.5 hours annual holiday allowance Professional memberships covered Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
06/10/2026
Full time
Astute's team are currently recruiting for a Senior IT Systems Engineer to provide technical and operational support across a company's ICT infrastructure, systems and services. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT professional to take a senior role, providing technical guidance to Systems Engineers while supporting infrastructure, cybersecurity and technology improvement projects. The Senior IT Systems Engineer position comes with a salary of up to 45,000. Role responsibilities and key skills: Provide senior technical support across ICT infrastructure, systems and business-critical technology platforms. Act as a technical escalation point for Systems Engineers, providing guidance, mentoring and coordination. Support the ICT Manager with infrastructure development, maintenance, projects and technology improvements. Manage and develop company systems, databases and IT solutions. Provide technical support and training to IT users across the organisation. Support site projects and remote locations with IT technical requirements. Manage personnel identification cards, access control and network accounts. Support cybersecurity, data protection and relevant IT/security accreditations. Liaise with external IT providers, contractors and internal stakeholders. NVQ Level 3 in Computer Technology or equivalent required. Strong experience in database administration, hardware architecture, network management and computer security. Competent Microsoft Office user with strong organisational and communication skills. Experience handling confidential and commercially sensitive information desirable. Location, salary and package: Salary up to 45,000 37.5 hours per week Overtime available at time and a half, with double time for Sundays and hours above 60 per week Private healthcare Life assurance - 3x salary 5% employer pension contribution Discretionary bonus 187.5 hours annual holiday allowance Professional memberships covered Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Safety Software Engineer Location: London (relocation costs covered) Salary: £75K - £85K + Benefits Safety Software Engineer required by an innovative technology business working at the forefront of AI-enabled medical devices and software! You ll join a specialist team assessing the software development processes and technical evidence behind cutting-edge medical technologies, reviewing software lifecycle, V&V, configuration management and risk to help determine whether safety-critical products meet the standards required for certification. You ll also use AI-assisted tools to explore technical evidence, identify potential failure modes and highlight inconsistencies Essential: 4+ years experience in medical devices or another safety-critical industry, including at least 2 years developing safety-critical software Practical experience with software lifecycle processes, verification & validation, configuration management and cybersecurity Strong communication skills and an interest in assessing technical evidence Advantageous: Knowledge of medical device software standards such as IEC 62304, although candidates from aerospace, automotive, defence and other safety-critical sectors are also encouraged to apply Tremendous opportunity offering plenty of scope for career progression in a friendly, innovative environment where you ll work with cutting-edge medical technologies and further develop your experience within software safety and certification! Apply now for FULL details!
06/10/2026
Full time
Safety Software Engineer Location: London (relocation costs covered) Salary: £75K - £85K + Benefits Safety Software Engineer required by an innovative technology business working at the forefront of AI-enabled medical devices and software! You ll join a specialist team assessing the software development processes and technical evidence behind cutting-edge medical technologies, reviewing software lifecycle, V&V, configuration management and risk to help determine whether safety-critical products meet the standards required for certification. You ll also use AI-assisted tools to explore technical evidence, identify potential failure modes and highlight inconsistencies Essential: 4+ years experience in medical devices or another safety-critical industry, including at least 2 years developing safety-critical software Practical experience with software lifecycle processes, verification & validation, configuration management and cybersecurity Strong communication skills and an interest in assessing technical evidence Advantageous: Knowledge of medical device software standards such as IEC 62304, although candidates from aerospace, automotive, defence and other safety-critical sectors are also encouraged to apply Tremendous opportunity offering plenty of scope for career progression in a friendly, innovative environment where you ll work with cutting-edge medical technologies and further develop your experience within software safety and certification! Apply now for FULL details!
Senior Java Full Stack Engineer Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options! Job type: Permanent Hybrid (1-2 days per week) Occasional travel to client sites Security Clearance: Must be SC eligible Base locations: London, Bristol, Manchester or Glasgow Overview We're looking for a Senior Java Full Stack Engineer with strong backend and frontend development experience, alongside proven experience leading teams, managing stakeholders and working directly with clients You'll play a key role in delivering innovative digital solutions for enterprise clients, providing both strong technical leadership and hands-on development expertise. You'll work closely with clients, architects, engineers and business stakeholders to understand requirements, shape solutions and ensure successful delivery across complex digital transformation programmes. Your Role Design, develop and maintain scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Build responsive web applications using React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, supporting engineers and encouraging best practice. Act as a key point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders, communicating technical concepts and project progress clearly. Gather requirements and work with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions. Develop and integrate REST APIs and cloud-native applications. Take ownership across the full software development lifecycle, from design through to deployment and support. Support the planning, coordination and delivery of technical work across projects. Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and secure digital platforms. Skills & Experience Strong experience building RESTful microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Frontend development experience with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Proven experience leading or mentoring development teams. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills. Experience working directly with clients to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions. Experience designing and integrating REST APIs. Proficiency with Git and platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with AWS or Azure. Hands-on experience with Docker and Docker Compose. Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions or Jenkins. Experience working in Agile software development teams. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Familiarity with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB. Experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL. What You'll Gain Work on high-profile digital transformation programmes across multiple industries. Exposure to modern technologies including Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Spring Boot, React, AWS, Azure, Docker and Kubernetes. Access to training and certifications across cloud, software engineering, DevOps, cybersecurity and Agile delivery. Career development through mentoring, technical communities and knowledge-sharing sessions. A collaborative culture with opportunities to connect through team events, networking and innovation activities. Additional Information: UK-wide client travel may be required depending on project needs. The right to live and work in the UK is essential. Successful applicants must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). If you're ready to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you.
05/10/2026
Full time
Senior Java Full Stack Engineer Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options! Job type: Permanent Hybrid (1-2 days per week) Occasional travel to client sites Security Clearance: Must be SC eligible Base locations: London, Bristol, Manchester or Glasgow Overview We're looking for a Senior Java Full Stack Engineer with strong backend and frontend development experience, alongside proven experience leading teams, managing stakeholders and working directly with clients You'll play a key role in delivering innovative digital solutions for enterprise clients, providing both strong technical leadership and hands-on development expertise. You'll work closely with clients, architects, engineers and business stakeholders to understand requirements, shape solutions and ensure successful delivery across complex digital transformation programmes. Your Role Design, develop and maintain scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Build responsive web applications using React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, supporting engineers and encouraging best practice. Act as a key point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders, communicating technical concepts and project progress clearly. Gather requirements and work with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions. Develop and integrate REST APIs and cloud-native applications. Take ownership across the full software development lifecycle, from design through to deployment and support. Support the planning, coordination and delivery of technical work across projects. Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and secure digital platforms. Skills & Experience Strong experience building RESTful microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Frontend development experience with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Proven experience leading or mentoring development teams. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills. Experience working directly with clients to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions. Experience designing and integrating REST APIs. Proficiency with Git and platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with AWS or Azure. Hands-on experience with Docker and Docker Compose. Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions or Jenkins. Experience working in Agile software development teams. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Familiarity with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB. Experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL. What You'll Gain Work on high-profile digital transformation programmes across multiple industries. Exposure to modern technologies including Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Spring Boot, React, AWS, Azure, Docker and Kubernetes. Access to training and certifications across cloud, software engineering, DevOps, cybersecurity and Agile delivery. Career development through mentoring, technical communities and knowledge-sharing sessions. A collaborative culture with opportunities to connect through team events, networking and innovation activities. Additional Information: UK-wide client travel may be required depending on project needs. The right to live and work in the UK is essential. Successful applicants must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). If you're ready to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you.
Senior Java Full Stack Engineer Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options! Job type: Permanent Hybrid (1-2 days per week) Occasional travel to client sites Security Clearance: Must be SC eligible Base locations: London, Bristol, Manchester or Glasgow Overview We're looking for a Senior Java Full Stack Engineer with strong backend and frontend development experience, alongside proven experience leading teams, managing stakeholders and working directly with clients You'll play a key role in delivering innovative digital solutions for enterprise clients, providing both strong technical leadership and hands-on development expertise. You'll work closely with clients, architects, engineers and business stakeholders to understand requirements, shape solutions and ensure successful delivery across complex digital transformation programmes. Your Role Design, develop and maintain scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Build responsive web applications using React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, supporting engineers and encouraging best practice. Act as a key point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders, communicating technical concepts and project progress clearly. Gather requirements and work with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions. Develop and integrate REST APIs and cloud-native applications. Take ownership across the full software development lifecycle, from design through to deployment and support. Support the planning, coordination and delivery of technical work across projects. Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and secure digital platforms. Skills & Experience Strong experience building RESTful microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Frontend development experience with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Proven experience leading or mentoring development teams. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills. Experience working directly with clients to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions. Experience designing and integrating REST APIs. Proficiency with Git and platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with AWS or Azure. Hands-on experience with Docker and Docker Compose. Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions or Jenkins. Experience working in Agile software development teams. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Familiarity with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB. Experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL. What You'll Gain Work on high-profile digital transformation programmes across multiple industries. Exposure to modern technologies including Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Spring Boot, React, AWS, Azure, Docker and Kubernetes. Access to training and certifications across cloud, software engineering, DevOps, cybersecurity and Agile delivery. Career development through mentoring, technical communities and knowledge-sharing sessions. A collaborative culture with opportunities to connect through team events, networking and innovation activities. Additional Information: UK-wide client travel may be required depending on project needs. The right to live and work in the UK is essential. Successful applicants must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). If you're ready to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you.
05/10/2026
Full time
Senior Java Full Stack Engineer Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options! Job type: Permanent Hybrid (1-2 days per week) Occasional travel to client sites Security Clearance: Must be SC eligible Base locations: London, Bristol, Manchester or Glasgow Overview We're looking for a Senior Java Full Stack Engineer with strong backend and frontend development experience, alongside proven experience leading teams, managing stakeholders and working directly with clients You'll play a key role in delivering innovative digital solutions for enterprise clients, providing both strong technical leadership and hands-on development expertise. You'll work closely with clients, architects, engineers and business stakeholders to understand requirements, shape solutions and ensure successful delivery across complex digital transformation programmes. Your Role Design, develop and maintain scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Build responsive web applications using React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, supporting engineers and encouraging best practice. Act as a key point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders, communicating technical concepts and project progress clearly. Gather requirements and work with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions. Develop and integrate REST APIs and cloud-native applications. Take ownership across the full software development lifecycle, from design through to deployment and support. Support the planning, coordination and delivery of technical work across projects. Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and secure digital platforms. Skills & Experience Strong experience building RESTful microservices using Java and Spring Boot. Frontend development experience with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS. Proven experience leading or mentoring development teams. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills. Experience working directly with clients to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions. Experience designing and integrating REST APIs. Proficiency with Git and platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with AWS or Azure. Hands-on experience with Docker and Docker Compose. Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions or Jenkins. Experience working in Agile software development teams. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Familiarity with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB. Experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL. What You'll Gain Work on high-profile digital transformation programmes across multiple industries. Exposure to modern technologies including Java, Kotlin, Node.js, Spring Boot, React, AWS, Azure, Docker and Kubernetes. Access to training and certifications across cloud, software engineering, DevOps, cybersecurity and Agile delivery. Career development through mentoring, technical communities and knowledge-sharing sessions. A collaborative culture with opportunities to connect through team events, networking and innovation activities. Additional Information: UK-wide client travel may be required depending on project needs. The right to live and work in the UK is essential. Successful applicants must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). If you're ready to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you.
Mid-level (2 years min commercial Python coding experience) - Cambridge | Hybrid - 2 days a week in office | £55,000-£70,000 Python with C++, Rust or JavaScript, Hybrid (Cambridge), CI/CD, Git, Docker. An exciting AI & Cyber Security technology business in Cambridge are growing their R&D team. You'll be working on some genuinely interesting problems across AI, cybersecurity and software engineering, helping build technology that detects and responds to new and evolving cyber threats. What you'll be doing Lead and contribute to technically challenging R&D projects. Design and build production-quality software. Help shape technical direction and architecture. Work across teams and mentor other engineers. Explore new ideas and turn prototypes into scalable solutions. Skills: Python, C++, Rust or JavaScript Docker and cloud environments Software architecture and design CI/CD and Git Cybersecurity, malware analysis or statistical analysis You'll need to be comfortable working independently, tackling complex problems and taking ownership of your work. Python with C++, Rust or JavaScript, Hybrid (Cambridge), CI/CD, Git, Docker. *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
05/10/2026
Full time
Mid-level (2 years min commercial Python coding experience) - Cambridge | Hybrid - 2 days a week in office | £55,000-£70,000 Python with C++, Rust or JavaScript, Hybrid (Cambridge), CI/CD, Git, Docker. An exciting AI & Cyber Security technology business in Cambridge are growing their R&D team. You'll be working on some genuinely interesting problems across AI, cybersecurity and software engineering, helping build technology that detects and responds to new and evolving cyber threats. What you'll be doing Lead and contribute to technically challenging R&D projects. Design and build production-quality software. Help shape technical direction and architecture. Work across teams and mentor other engineers. Explore new ideas and turn prototypes into scalable solutions. Skills: Python, C++, Rust or JavaScript Docker and cloud environments Software architecture and design CI/CD and Git Cybersecurity, malware analysis or statistical analysis You'll need to be comfortable working independently, tackling complex problems and taking ownership of your work. Python with C++, Rust or JavaScript, Hybrid (Cambridge), CI/CD, Git, Docker. *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Software DevOps Engineer - Maritime Mission Systems Location: Cheadle Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Shape the future of DevOps for mission-critical maritime systems We are looking for a Software DevOps Engineer to join our Maritime Mission Systems team in Cheadle. In this role, you'll help modernise and evolve the DevOps platforms that support the development and delivery of world-class sonar capabilities for the Royal Navy and international customers. Working closely with software engineers, you'll improve developer experience, enhance platform performance and availability, and introduce modern DevOps tooling that supports the delivery of mission-critical defence technology. Our purpose is to deliver trusted underwater sensing and decision advantage, working hand-in-hand with navies around the world to safeguard people and nurture global security. Our work spans four sectors: Mine Countermeasures, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Main Responsibilities Support software development teams by maintaining and enhancing DevOps platforms and development tooling. Develop, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines to improve software delivery and deployment. Modernise and migrate legacy development environments using contemporary DevOps practices and technologies. Investigate, evaluate and implement modern DevOps tools, automation solutions and Infrastructure as Code. Develop and support in-house tooling while improving platform performance, availability, monitoring and security. Ideal Experience & Skills Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments, supporting software delivery through CI/CD pipelines. Strong Linux (Red Hat preferred) administration skills with experience of container technologies such as Docker or Podman. Experience with automation and scripting using tools such as Ansible, Bash, Python or Go. Knowledge of container orchestration, infrastructure automation and modern DevOps practices. Understanding of networking, cybersecurity principles, monitoring, logging and Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs). Benefits Performance-related bonus (grade dependent) Car cash allowance (grade dependent) Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) 24 hours paid volunteering leave Private healthcare (grade dependent) Pension scheme Life cover 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts UK Eyes Only Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
05/10/2026
Full time
Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Software DevOps Engineer - Maritime Mission Systems Location: Cheadle Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Shape the future of DevOps for mission-critical maritime systems We are looking for a Software DevOps Engineer to join our Maritime Mission Systems team in Cheadle. In this role, you'll help modernise and evolve the DevOps platforms that support the development and delivery of world-class sonar capabilities for the Royal Navy and international customers. Working closely with software engineers, you'll improve developer experience, enhance platform performance and availability, and introduce modern DevOps tooling that supports the delivery of mission-critical defence technology. Our purpose is to deliver trusted underwater sensing and decision advantage, working hand-in-hand with navies around the world to safeguard people and nurture global security. Our work spans four sectors: Mine Countermeasures, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Main Responsibilities Support software development teams by maintaining and enhancing DevOps platforms and development tooling. Develop, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines to improve software delivery and deployment. Modernise and migrate legacy development environments using contemporary DevOps practices and technologies. Investigate, evaluate and implement modern DevOps tools, automation solutions and Infrastructure as Code. Develop and support in-house tooling while improving platform performance, availability, monitoring and security. Ideal Experience & Skills Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments, supporting software delivery through CI/CD pipelines. Strong Linux (Red Hat preferred) administration skills with experience of container technologies such as Docker or Podman. Experience with automation and scripting using tools such as Ansible, Bash, Python or Go. Knowledge of container orchestration, infrastructure automation and modern DevOps practices. Understanding of networking, cybersecurity principles, monitoring, logging and Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs). Benefits Performance-related bonus (grade dependent) Car cash allowance (grade dependent) Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) 24 hours paid volunteering leave Private healthcare (grade dependent) Pension scheme Life cover 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts UK Eyes Only Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
