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Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Junior Quality Assurance Engineer (Precision Engineering)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited Weymouth, Dorset
Junior Quality Assurance Engineer (Precision Engineering) Weymouth, Dorset £37,500 - £40,000 + Pension + Days Based + 33 Days Annual Leave Are you a Junior Quality Assurance Engineer looking to take the next step up into a more senior role with tailored 1 on 1 training from industry experts in a business that is known for best in class precision engineering? Do you want to work on an ever changing project pipeline which ranges from defence, aerospace, medtech, and custom builds from a variety of different clients and only uses the latest and most advanced machines in the market? On offer is the opportunity to join a respected manufacture with an outstanding reputation for quality and service. You will work closely with the compliance and operation teams to maintain compliance and support customer requirements. In this role you will be responsible for supporting customer requirements, reduction of poor-quality costs and drive continuous improvement across all departments ensuring a smooth running production of components. This role would suit a Junior Quality Assurance Engineer looking to join a company at the heart of British manufacturing who support your career through training from industry experts and long-term progression routes into senior / management roles. The role Drive continuous improvement projects Investigate shop floor issues, identifying root cause and finding solutions Manage customer documentation Conduct internal audits Take on board internal and external training resources to upskill yourself The person Knowledge of machining processes Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Precision / machined parts background Reference: BBBH28036JW If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
06/11/2026
Full time
Junior Quality Assurance Engineer (Precision Engineering) Weymouth, Dorset £37,500 - £40,000 + Pension + Days Based + 33 Days Annual Leave Are you a Junior Quality Assurance Engineer looking to take the next step up into a more senior role with tailored 1 on 1 training from industry experts in a business that is known for best in class precision engineering? Do you want to work on an ever changing project pipeline which ranges from defence, aerospace, medtech, and custom builds from a variety of different clients and only uses the latest and most advanced machines in the market? On offer is the opportunity to join a respected manufacture with an outstanding reputation for quality and service. You will work closely with the compliance and operation teams to maintain compliance and support customer requirements. In this role you will be responsible for supporting customer requirements, reduction of poor-quality costs and drive continuous improvement across all departments ensuring a smooth running production of components. This role would suit a Junior Quality Assurance Engineer looking to join a company at the heart of British manufacturing who support your career through training from industry experts and long-term progression routes into senior / management roles. The role Drive continuous improvement projects Investigate shop floor issues, identifying root cause and finding solutions Manage customer documentation Conduct internal audits Take on board internal and external training resources to upskill yourself The person Knowledge of machining processes Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Precision / machined parts background Reference: BBBH28036JW If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Quality Assurance Engineer (Precision Engineering)
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited Weymouth, Dorset
Quality Assurance Engineer (Precision Engineering) Weymouth, Dorset £42,500 - £45,000 + Pension + Days based + 33 days annual leave Are you a Quality Assurance Engineer with experience in precision engineering and fabrication who's ready to work for a company at the top of their industry, using state of the art machines manufacturing components for major defence contracts, aerospace, medical and science sectors? Do you want the opportunity to join a highly respected manufacture with over 30 years' experience producing high quality components for defence, aerospace, medical, science sectors using state of the art machines? This is your chance to be a part of a company that delivers excellent results while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. On offer is the opportunity to join a respected manufacture with an outstanding reputation for quality and service. You will work closely with the compliance and operation teams to maintain compliance and support customer requirements. In this role you will be responsible for supporting customer requirements, reduction of poor-quality costs and drive continuous improvement across all departments ensuring a smooth running production of components. This role would suit an experienced Quality Assurance looking to join a company at the heart of British manufacturing who support your career through training from industry experts and long-term progression routes into senior / management roles. The role Drive continuous improvement projects Investigate shop floor issues, identifying root cause and finding solutions Manage customer documentation Conduct internal audits The person Knowledge of machining processes Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Precision / machined parts background Reference: BBBH28306 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
01/11/2026
Full time
Quality Assurance Engineer (Precision Engineering) Weymouth, Dorset £42,500 - £45,000 + Pension + Days based + 33 days annual leave Are you a Quality Assurance Engineer with experience in precision engineering and fabrication who's ready to work for a company at the top of their industry, using state of the art machines manufacturing components for major defence contracts, aerospace, medical and science sectors? Do you want the opportunity to join a highly respected manufacture with over 30 years' experience producing high quality components for defence, aerospace, medical, science sectors using state of the art machines? This is your chance to be a part of a company that delivers excellent results while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. On offer is the opportunity to join a respected manufacture with an outstanding reputation for quality and service. You will work closely with the compliance and operation teams to maintain compliance and support customer requirements. In this role you will be responsible for supporting customer requirements, reduction of poor-quality costs and drive continuous improvement across all departments ensuring a smooth running production of components. This role would suit an experienced Quality Assurance looking to join a company at the heart of British manufacturing who support your career through training from industry experts and long-term progression routes into senior / management roles. The role Drive continuous improvement projects Investigate shop floor issues, identifying root cause and finding solutions Manage customer documentation Conduct internal audits The person Knowledge of machining processes Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Precision / machined parts background Reference: BBBH28306 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Flint UK Technology Services
QA Engineer - Telecoms
Flint UK Technology Services Ipswich, Suffolk
QA Engineer - Telecoms My client, a well known global telecoms company are currently looking for an experienced QA Engineer to join their team on a long term contract basis. About this role This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the testing and delivery of applications that support the next generation Broadband CPE, including Broadband Smart Hubs, Complete Wi-Fi and Hybrid Connect (4G) modems. You will need to work effectively as part of UK based agile squad, responsible for the testing of cutting edge client applications and Embedded devices, working alongside highly skilled software and networking developers and testers, within the Broadband Devices team. The next generation converged products and services they develop are at the heart of their customers' Broadband experience in their homes and businesses - your skills and values will help shape their products for millions of customers across the UK. Doing Develop automation test scripts for their next generation converged products and services Deliver resolutions to problems that tend to be complex, cross-domain or of high impact to customers. Provide technical quality assurance over work of other engineers through Matrix team structure Working effectively as part of Agile delivery squads Using scrum/JIRA/Wiki for tracking agile workflow deliveries Supporting proactive improvement initiatives Skills and experience Extensive knowledge of Robot Framework Knowledge of python Knowledge of VMs and Containerisation Knowledge of Linux and Docker Using code revision, issue tracking and continuous integration tools, ie git, JIRA, Gitlab Good knowledge of Agile delivery methods and tools, eg scrum/JIRA/wiki Good knowledge of Broadband/Home Gateway standards, eg xDSL, FTTP, IPv4/IPv6, PPP, Wi-Fi, UPnP, 4G/5G mobile networks Ability to clearly communicate complex technical material Ability to self-develop in required areas If this is you and your ready for your next challenge, then please forward your updated CV to me NOW to avoid disappointment !
13/11/2026
Contractor
QA Engineer - Telecoms My client, a well known global telecoms company are currently looking for an experienced QA Engineer to join their team on a long term contract basis. About this role This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the testing and delivery of applications that support the next generation Broadband CPE, including Broadband Smart Hubs, Complete Wi-Fi and Hybrid Connect (4G) modems. You will need to work effectively as part of UK based agile squad, responsible for the testing of cutting edge client applications and Embedded devices, working alongside highly skilled software and networking developers and testers, within the Broadband Devices team. The next generation converged products and services they develop are at the heart of their customers' Broadband experience in their homes and businesses - your skills and values will help shape their products for millions of customers across the UK. Doing Develop automation test scripts for their next generation converged products and services Deliver resolutions to problems that tend to be complex, cross-domain or of high impact to customers. Provide technical quality assurance over work of other engineers through Matrix team structure Working effectively as part of Agile delivery squads Using scrum/JIRA/Wiki for tracking agile workflow deliveries Supporting proactive improvement initiatives Skills and experience Extensive knowledge of Robot Framework Knowledge of python Knowledge of VMs and Containerisation Knowledge of Linux and Docker Using code revision, issue tracking and continuous integration tools, ie git, JIRA, Gitlab Good knowledge of Agile delivery methods and tools, eg scrum/JIRA/wiki Good knowledge of Broadband/Home Gateway standards, eg xDSL, FTTP, IPv4/IPv6, PPP, Wi-Fi, UPnP, 4G/5G mobile networks Ability to clearly communicate complex technical material Ability to self-develop in required areas If this is you and your ready for your next challenge, then please forward your updated CV to me NOW to avoid disappointment !
Octopus Computer Associates
DevOps Engineer - MUST HAVE SC CLEARANCE - Remote - 5 months+
Octopus Computer Associates
DevOps Engineer - MUST HAVE SC CLEARANCE - Remote - 5 months+/RATE: £437 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for two DevOps Engineers. Please find some details below: Clearance required: BPSS + SC Nationality requirement: Single National Location: Remote The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledgeMust have:Python and Go Engineer - Skills Summary1. Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), jira, and kubernetes (via kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization.2. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-sdk-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations.3. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using jira and atlassian-python-api for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection.4. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify).5. Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
13/11/2026
Contractor
DevOps Engineer - MUST HAVE SC CLEARANCE - Remote - 5 months+/RATE: £437 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for two DevOps Engineers. Please find some details below: Clearance required: BPSS + SC Nationality requirement: Single National Location: Remote The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledgeMust have:Python and Go Engineer - Skills Summary1. Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), jira, and kubernetes (via kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization.2. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-sdk-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations.3. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using jira and atlassian-python-api for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection.4. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify).5. Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
GIOS Technology Limited
DevOps Engineer [DevOps, Python, Go, AWS, CI/CD, GIT, SC Clearance]
GIOS Technology Limited
Key Skills: DevOps, Python, Go, AWS, CI/CD, GIT, SC Clearance We are looking for DevOps Engineer based Remotely in UK Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance is must have Job Description: The Migration Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP) has built and is continuously improving the platform service and functionality to transform the way the Our Client manages immigration into the United Kingdom. The finished system is used by Our Client staff based in the UK and in consulates across the globe, and by all applicants for Visa's, Passports or Immigration services. The delivery framework has multiple application developers collaborating to deliver software components which are integrated across the by the Our Client's services. Multiple providers of commodity cloud services will provide hosting. The application developments will be delivered using an agile methodology in line with Government IT policy. Further detail on the MBTP programme and assumptions for the role are at the end of the document. The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python and Go Skills Summary Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), jira, and kubernetes (via kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization.Feedback AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using jira and atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet
13/11/2026
Contractor
Key Skills: DevOps, Python, Go, AWS, CI/CD, GIT, SC Clearance We are looking for DevOps Engineer based Remotely in UK Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance is must have Job Description: The Migration Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP) has built and is continuously improving the platform service and functionality to transform the way the Our Client manages immigration into the United Kingdom. The finished system is used by Our Client staff based in the UK and in consulates across the globe, and by all applicants for Visa's, Passports or Immigration services. The delivery framework has multiple application developers collaborating to deliver software components which are integrated across the by the Our Client's services. Multiple providers of commodity cloud services will provide hosting. The application developments will be delivered using an agile methodology in line with Government IT policy. Further detail on the MBTP programme and assumptions for the role are at the end of the document. The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python and Go Skills Summary Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), jira, and kubernetes (via kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization.Feedback AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using jira and atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet
Square One Resources
Chief Engineer SC cleared
Square One Resources
Chief Engineer (SC Cleared or higher) - Outside IR35 Location: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite per Week) Rate: Up to £750 per day Outside IR35 Clearance: Active SC or DV Clearance Required Overview We're seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to provide technical leadership across complex government and secure-sector programmes. You'll be responsible for setting engineering standards, driving technical excellence, and ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with delivery objectives across multiple teams. This role combines engineering leadership, architecture assurance, and hands-on technical guidance within a highly secure environment. Responsibilities Define and govern engineering standards, best practices, and technical principles across delivery teams. Drive improvements in software engineering, infrastructure, cloud, and DevOps capabilities. Provide technical assurance for architecture, solution design, and implementation activities. Mentor engineers and architects, promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement. Identify and resolve technical delivery challenges, improving quality, consistency, and developer experience. Act as a senior escalation point for complex engineering and architectural issues. Ensure solutions comply with security, operational, and regulatory requirements. Influence technology strategy, roadmaps, and long-term engineering decisions. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience operating as a Chief Engineer, Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer, Technical Design Authority, or similar senior technical leadership role. Strong knowledge of modern engineering practices, cloud-native architectures, and distributed systems. Experience establishing engineering standards and governance across multiple teams. Demonstrable experience delivering solutions within secure, regulated, or government environments. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence across engineering, architecture, security, and delivery functions. Technical Environment Cloud & Infrastructure Azure, AWS, Private Cloud, Virtualised Infrastructure Enterprise Networking, VPNs, Firewalls, Identity & Access Management Security & Compliance Secure-by-Design Principles Zero Trust Architecture ISO 27001 NIST Cyber Essentials Plus DevOps & Platform Engineering Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins Docker, Kubernetes CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code Software Engineering APIs and Integration Patterns Microservices Distributed Systems Event-Driven Architectures Desirable Defence, Government, National Security, or Critical National Infrastructure experience. Platform Engineering and Developer Experience exposure. Experience leading engineering transformation programmes. Previous involvement in Technical Design Authority (TDA) or Design Authority functions. Existing DV Clearance. Clearance Requirements Candidates must hold active SC Clearance and be eligible to work within secure government environments. DV-cleared candidates will be highly desirable. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
12/11/2026
Contractor
Chief Engineer (SC Cleared or higher) - Outside IR35 Location: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite per Week) Rate: Up to £750 per day Outside IR35 Clearance: Active SC or DV Clearance Required Overview We're seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to provide technical leadership across complex government and secure-sector programmes. You'll be responsible for setting engineering standards, driving technical excellence, and ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with delivery objectives across multiple teams. This role combines engineering leadership, architecture assurance, and hands-on technical guidance within a highly secure environment. Responsibilities Define and govern engineering standards, best practices, and technical principles across delivery teams. Drive improvements in software engineering, infrastructure, cloud, and DevOps capabilities. Provide technical assurance for architecture, solution design, and implementation activities. Mentor engineers and architects, promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement. Identify and resolve technical delivery challenges, improving quality, consistency, and developer experience. Act as a senior escalation point for complex engineering and architectural issues. Ensure solutions comply with security, operational, and regulatory requirements. Influence technology strategy, roadmaps, and long-term engineering decisions. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience operating as a Chief Engineer, Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer, Technical Design Authority, or similar senior technical leadership role. Strong knowledge of modern engineering practices, cloud-native architectures, and distributed systems. Experience establishing engineering standards and governance across multiple teams. Demonstrable experience delivering solutions within secure, regulated, or government environments. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence across engineering, architecture, security, and delivery functions. Technical Environment Cloud & Infrastructure Azure, AWS, Private Cloud, Virtualised Infrastructure Enterprise Networking, VPNs, Firewalls, Identity & Access Management Security & Compliance Secure-by-Design Principles Zero Trust Architecture ISO 27001 NIST Cyber Essentials Plus DevOps & Platform Engineering Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins Docker, Kubernetes CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code Software Engineering APIs and Integration Patterns Microservices Distributed Systems Event-Driven Architectures Desirable Defence, Government, National Security, or Critical National Infrastructure experience. Platform Engineering and Developer Experience exposure. Experience leading engineering transformation programmes. Previous involvement in Technical Design Authority (TDA) or Design Authority functions. Existing DV Clearance. Clearance Requirements Candidates must hold active SC Clearance and be eligible to work within secure government environments. DV-cleared candidates will be highly desirable. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Experis IT
SC DevOps Engineer CGEMJP
Experis IT
Role Title: DevOps Engineer Duration: contract to run until 30/12/2026 Location: Remote Rate: up to £460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Single Nationality with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary The Migration Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP) has built and is continuously improving the platform service and functionality to transform the way the client manages immigration into the United Kingdom. The finished system is used by the client staff based in the UK and in consulates across the globe, and by all applicants for Visa's, Passports or Immigration services. The delivery framework has multiple application developers collaborating to deliver software components which are integrated across the by the client's services. Multiple providers of commodity cloud services will provide hosting. The application developments will be delivered using an agile methodology in line with Government IT policy. Further detail on the MBTP programme and assumptions for the role are at the end of the document. The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python and Go Engineer - Skills Summary Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), Jira, and Kubernetes (via Kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using Jira and Atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official Kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
12/11/2026
Contractor
Role Title: DevOps Engineer Duration: contract to run until 30/12/2026 Location: Remote Rate: up to £460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Single Nationality with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary The Migration Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP) has built and is continuously improving the platform service and functionality to transform the way the client manages immigration into the United Kingdom. The finished system is used by the client staff based in the UK and in consulates across the globe, and by all applicants for Visa's, Passports or Immigration services. The delivery framework has multiple application developers collaborating to deliver software components which are integrated across the by the client's services. Multiple providers of commodity cloud services will provide hosting. The application developments will be delivered using an agile methodology in line with Government IT policy. Further detail on the MBTP programme and assumptions for the role are at the end of the document. The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python and Go Engineer - Skills Summary Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), Jira, and Kubernetes (via Kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using Jira and Atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official Kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Experis IT
SC DevOps Engineer CGEMJP
Experis IT
Role Title: DevOps Engineer Duration: contract to run until 30/04/2027 Location: Remote Rate: up to £460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Single Nationality with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary The Migration Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP) has built and is continuously improving the platform service and functionality to transform the way the client manages immigration into the United Kingdom. The finished system is used by the client staff based in the UK and in consulates across the globe, and by all applicants for Visa's, Passports or Immigration services. The delivery framework has multiple application developers collaborating to deliver software components which are integrated across the by the client's services. Multiple providers of commodity cloud services will provide hosting. The application developments will be delivered using an agile methodology in line with Government IT policy. Further detail on the MBTP programme and assumptions for the role are at the end of the document. The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python and Go Engineer - Skills Summary Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), Jira, and Kubernetes (via Kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using Jira and Atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official Kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
12/11/2026
Contractor
Role Title: DevOps Engineer Duration: contract to run until 30/04/2027 Location: Remote Rate: up to £460 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Clearance required: Single Nationality with Active SC Clearance Role purpose/summary The Migration Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP) has built and is continuously improving the platform service and functionality to transform the way the client manages immigration into the United Kingdom. The finished system is used by the client staff based in the UK and in consulates across the globe, and by all applicants for Visa's, Passports or Immigration services. The delivery framework has multiple application developers collaborating to deliver software components which are integrated across the by the client's services. Multiple providers of commodity cloud services will provide hosting. The application developments will be delivered using an agile methodology in line with Government IT policy. Further detail on the MBTP programme and assumptions for the role are at the end of the document. The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: The traits we are looking for are: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python and Go Engineer - Skills Summary Programming & Development Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), Jira, and Kubernetes (via Kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP: Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using Jira and Atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official Kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unittest, and mocking tools (unittest.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
DevOps Engineer/Python and Go Engineer
Eteam Workforce Limited
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Job Title: DevOps Engineer/Python and Go Engineer Clearance required: Active SC Location: Remote Duration: 04 months The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), jira, and kubernetes (via kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP : Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using jira and atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unit test, and mocking tools (unit test.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
12/11/2026
Contractor
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Job Title: DevOps Engineer/Python and Go Engineer Clearance required: Active SC Location: Remote Duration: 04 months The candidate should have the following qualities and experience: Personal traits: Passion for technology Showing initiative and diligence Self-learning Being a team player, ie take ownership of contributing to the overall team capability and knowledge Must have: Python Development Proficient in building Back End systems, automation tools, microservices, and APIs. Experienced with libraries such as boto3 (AWS), ldap3, hvac (Vault), jira, and kubernetes (via kubernetes-client). Proficient with modern Python features (asyncio, type hints, context managers) Go (Golang) Development Development of efficient, concurrent applications and services. Skilled in building CLI tools, REST APIs, and interacting with external services. Familiar with go modules, error handling patterns, testing, and code organization. AWS Services & API Integration Deep experience using AWS SDKs in both Python (boto3) and Go (aws-SDK-go-v2) to: Interact with services like EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. Automate infrastructure provisioning and manage cloud resources. Handle IAM roles, credential management, and secure service integrations. LDAP, Vault, JIRA/Confluence, Kubernetes Integration in Python & Go LDAP : Authentication and user/group management using ldap3 in Python. Experience with enterprise directories such as OpenLDAP and Active Directory. HashiCorp Vault: Secure secret management using the hvac Python client. Automated retrieval and renewal of secrets and tokens. JIRA & Confluence: Integration using jira and atlassian-python-API for automating tasks, ticket creation, and documentation workflows. Kubernetes: Working with the Kubernetes API in Python using the official kubernetes client. Automation of deployment tasks, pod management, and cluster introspection. Testing & Quality Assurance Python Testing: Experience with pytest, unit test, and mocking tools (unit test.mock, responses). Use of coverage.py for test coverage analysis and integration with CI pipelines. Go Testing: Writing unit and integration tests using the testing package. Familiar with table-driven tests, test coverage tooling, and mock generation (gomock, testify). Additional Skills Version Control: Advanced use of Git, including branching strategies, code reviews, and release workflows. CI/CD Integration: Incorporation of tests and linters in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Code Quality Tools: Python: flake8, black, mypy Go: golangci-lint, go fmt, go vet If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
ARM (Advanced Resource Managers)
Software Engineer
ARM (Advanced Resource Managers) City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering up to £70ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Java? Do you have experience with Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop high-quality, readable, scalable, and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Your skill set may include: Java Cloud Services development Unit testing DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front End development using Angular If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering up to £70ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
12/11/2026
Contractor
Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering up to £70ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Java? Do you have experience with Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop high-quality, readable, scalable, and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Your skill set may include: Java Cloud Services development Unit testing DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front End development using Angular If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering up to £70ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Sanderson Recruitment Plc
Cyber Security Engineer
Sanderson Recruitment Plc Bristol, Somerset
Cyber Security Engineer Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the organisation's security posture across network, cloud, and endpoint environments. You'll take ownership of key security technologies, ensure effective monitoring and threat detection capabilities are in place, and support the response to cybersecurity incidents. This is a varied position offering exposure to cloud security, automation, security operations, infrastructure security, and security architecture initiatives. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence security decisions, contribute to strategic projects, and help drive continuous improvement across the cybersecurity function. Key Responsibilities Network & Infrastructure Security Manage and maintain enterprise security technologies including Firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation, and secure remote access solutions. Ensure security controls remain compliant, effective, and aligned to industry best practice. Support the design and implementation of secure network architectures. Threat Detection & Security Monitoring Continuously improve threat detection capabilities across the organisation. Work with security monitoring and incident response providers to optimise alerting, detection rules, and automated response activities. Ensure critical security logs are captured, monitored, and retained in line with compliance requirements. Cloud & Endpoint Security Manage and enhance endpoint security platforms, including XDR and vulnerability management solutions. Secure cloud environments across AWS and Microsoft Azure. Implement security best practices relating to identity management, access controls, and cloud workloads. Incident Response & Vulnerability Management Lead or support cyber incident investigations. Conduct root cause analysis and provide recommendations to prevent future incidents. Coordinate vulnerability assessments and remediation activities. Drive timely patching and hardening of network and endpoint devices. Security Automation & Improvement Develop and maintain security automation solutions using technologies such as PowerShell, Python, Terraform, or similar tools. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automated security controls and monitoring. Contribute to the continuous development of security processes and standards. Security Assurance Participate in secure design reviews for new applications, cloud deployments, and infrastructure projects. Support supplier security assessments and third-party risk reviews. Ensure security practices align with recognised frameworks and regulatory requirements. Essential Experience Proven experience within a Cyber Security Engineer, Network Security Engineer, or Security Operations role. Strong understanding of networking and security technologies including Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, XDR, endpoint security, and access controls. Experience designing and securing enterprise networks. Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, segmentation, routing, and security architecture principles. Hands-on experience securing AWS and/or Microsoft Azure environments. Knowledge of Identity & Access Management (IAM), RBAC, Conditional Access, and Zero Trust principles. Experience supporting incident response and vulnerability management programmes. Familiarity with security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and GDPR. Scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, Terraform, or similar technologies. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
12/11/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Engineer Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the organisation's security posture across network, cloud, and endpoint environments. You'll take ownership of key security technologies, ensure effective monitoring and threat detection capabilities are in place, and support the response to cybersecurity incidents. This is a varied position offering exposure to cloud security, automation, security operations, infrastructure security, and security architecture initiatives. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence security decisions, contribute to strategic projects, and help drive continuous improvement across the cybersecurity function. Key Responsibilities Network & Infrastructure Security Manage and maintain enterprise security technologies including Firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation, and secure remote access solutions. Ensure security controls remain compliant, effective, and aligned to industry best practice. Support the design and implementation of secure network architectures. Threat Detection & Security Monitoring Continuously improve threat detection capabilities across the organisation. Work with security monitoring and incident response providers to optimise alerting, detection rules, and automated response activities. Ensure critical security logs are captured, monitored, and retained in line with compliance requirements. Cloud & Endpoint Security Manage and enhance endpoint security platforms, including XDR and vulnerability management solutions. Secure cloud environments across AWS and Microsoft Azure. Implement security best practices relating to identity management, access controls, and cloud workloads. Incident Response & Vulnerability Management Lead or support cyber incident investigations. Conduct root cause analysis and provide recommendations to prevent future incidents. Coordinate vulnerability assessments and remediation activities. Drive timely patching and hardening of network and endpoint devices. Security Automation & Improvement Develop and maintain security automation solutions using technologies such as PowerShell, Python, Terraform, or similar tools. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automated security controls and monitoring. Contribute to the continuous development of security processes and standards. Security Assurance Participate in secure design reviews for new applications, cloud deployments, and infrastructure projects. Support supplier security assessments and third-party risk reviews. Ensure security practices align with recognised frameworks and regulatory requirements. Essential Experience Proven experience within a Cyber Security Engineer, Network Security Engineer, or Security Operations role. Strong understanding of networking and security technologies including Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, XDR, endpoint security, and access controls. Experience designing and securing enterprise networks. Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, segmentation, routing, and security architecture principles. Hands-on experience securing AWS and/or Microsoft Azure environments. Knowledge of Identity & Access Management (IAM), RBAC, Conditional Access, and Zero Trust principles. Experience supporting incident response and vulnerability management programmes. Familiarity with security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and GDPR. Scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, Terraform, or similar technologies. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
ARM (Advanced Resource Managers)
Software Engineer
ARM (Advanced Resource Managers) City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering £60ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Java? Do you have experience in cloud services development? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop high-quality, readable, scalable, and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Your skill set may include: Java Cloud Services development Unit testing DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front End development using Angular If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering £60ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
11/11/2026
Contractor
Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering £60ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Java? Do you have experience in cloud services development? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop high-quality, readable, scalable, and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Your skill set may include: Java Cloud Services development Unit testing DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front End development using Angular If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering £60ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd
Lead QA Engineer
Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd
Lead QA Engineer - London / Birmingham, Flexible hybrid working Full-Time / Permanent Competitive salary + bonus and excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life insurance and more. We're looking for a detail orientated Lead QA Engineer to establish and lead our quality engineering practice across Digital & Technology at Compass Group UK & Ireland - a global leader in food services. As Lead QA Engineer you'll play an integral role in helping teams release software quickly, safely and with confidence. This is an exciting opportunity to drive automation, shift-left testing, quality standards and engineering excellence while building an in-house capability that supports our AI-first strategy and modern product delivery approach. If you're passionate about quality engineering, continuous improvement and enabling high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you. Compass Digital & Technology is where ideas turn into possibilities. We're the technology team behind Compass Group UK&I, part of Compass Group, one of the world's largest hospitality businesses. We're shaping the next generation of products, platforms and experiences for Compass Group, harnessing AI to create competitive advantage and accelerate growth. We create, manage and deploy technology which supports our operators, clients and guests. From enterprise-scale cloud engineering, cybersecurity, mobile ordering and guest-facing experiences to everyday IT support. Our work reaches across our business and all walks of life, from schools to banks and into the daily lives of millions of people. But D&T is about more than technology. It's a place to be curious, challenge what's possible and turn great ideas into real outcomes. A place where talented people collaborate, experiment, learn and make an impact at scale. We own it from idea to outcome. We challenge what's possible. And together, we're creating better solutions, every day. Lead QA Engineer - The role Lead and define the Digital & Technology quality engineering strategy, operating model, standards and automation roadmap. Drive test automation frameworks, shift-left testing practices and risk-based quality assurance approaches across product squads. Establish quality gates within CI/CD pipelines to ensure robust release assurance and production readiness. Coach and develop QA Engineers and delivery teams in automation, exploratory testing, defect prevention and quality best practice. Partner with Software Engineering, Platform Engineering and Site Reliability Engineering teams to embed performance, resilience, observability and operability into products. Implement AI-assisted testing techniques to improve test coverage, generate test cases and accelerate regression testing. Analyse quality trends, defect leakage and release performance to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Establish testing standards for performance, resilience, security and accessibility assurance where required. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to ensure quality standards are met while supporting the transition to an enhanced in-house capability. What we're looking for Experience leading quality engineering within agile, product-led technology environments. Strong knowledge of automated testing, test strategy, API testing, test data management and quality engineering best practices. Experience implementing CI/CD quality gates, release assurance processes and automation frameworks. Ability to drive the transition from manual testing to automated, risk-based and evidence-led quality assurance. Strong understanding of non-functional testing including performance, resilience, security and accessibility considerations. Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with experience working across engineering, operations and product teams. Data-led approach to quality metrics, defect analysis and continuous improvement. Passion for coaching, mentoring and developing engineering capability. What you'll get in return Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments) Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways Compass Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
11/11/2026
Full time
Lead QA Engineer - London / Birmingham, Flexible hybrid working Full-Time / Permanent Competitive salary + bonus and excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life insurance and more. We're looking for a detail orientated Lead QA Engineer to establish and lead our quality engineering practice across Digital & Technology at Compass Group UK & Ireland - a global leader in food services. As Lead QA Engineer you'll play an integral role in helping teams release software quickly, safely and with confidence. This is an exciting opportunity to drive automation, shift-left testing, quality standards and engineering excellence while building an in-house capability that supports our AI-first strategy and modern product delivery approach. If you're passionate about quality engineering, continuous improvement and enabling high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you. Compass Digital & Technology is where ideas turn into possibilities. We're the technology team behind Compass Group UK&I, part of Compass Group, one of the world's largest hospitality businesses. We're shaping the next generation of products, platforms and experiences for Compass Group, harnessing AI to create competitive advantage and accelerate growth. We create, manage and deploy technology which supports our operators, clients and guests. From enterprise-scale cloud engineering, cybersecurity, mobile ordering and guest-facing experiences to everyday IT support. Our work reaches across our business and all walks of life, from schools to banks and into the daily lives of millions of people. But D&T is about more than technology. It's a place to be curious, challenge what's possible and turn great ideas into real outcomes. A place where talented people collaborate, experiment, learn and make an impact at scale. We own it from idea to outcome. We challenge what's possible. And together, we're creating better solutions, every day. Lead QA Engineer - The role Lead and define the Digital & Technology quality engineering strategy, operating model, standards and automation roadmap. Drive test automation frameworks, shift-left testing practices and risk-based quality assurance approaches across product squads. Establish quality gates within CI/CD pipelines to ensure robust release assurance and production readiness. Coach and develop QA Engineers and delivery teams in automation, exploratory testing, defect prevention and quality best practice. Partner with Software Engineering, Platform Engineering and Site Reliability Engineering teams to embed performance, resilience, observability and operability into products. Implement AI-assisted testing techniques to improve test coverage, generate test cases and accelerate regression testing. Analyse quality trends, defect leakage and release performance to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Establish testing standards for performance, resilience, security and accessibility assurance where required. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to ensure quality standards are met while supporting the transition to an enhanced in-house capability. What we're looking for Experience leading quality engineering within agile, product-led technology environments. Strong knowledge of automated testing, test strategy, API testing, test data management and quality engineering best practices. Experience implementing CI/CD quality gates, release assurance processes and automation frameworks. Ability to drive the transition from manual testing to automated, risk-based and evidence-led quality assurance. Strong understanding of non-functional testing including performance, resilience, security and accessibility considerations. Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with experience working across engineering, operations and product teams. Data-led approach to quality metrics, defect analysis and continuous improvement. Passion for coaching, mentoring and developing engineering capability. What you'll get in return Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments) Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Family benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways Compass Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Sanderson Recruitment Plc
SC Technical Architect (Fully remote)
Sanderson Recruitment Plc Bristol, Somerset
Technical Architect - Fully Remote - SC Eligible Salary - £78,000 Are you an experienced Technical Architect looking to shape innovative digital services and software solutions? We're seeking a Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and user-centric technology solutions. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you'll provide architectural leadership from initial concept through to implementation, helping organisations make informed technology decisions and deliver impactful digital products. The Role As a Technical Architect, you will: Design solution architectures for complex software and digital services Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the delivery life cycle Create and maintain architecture documentation, models, and design artefacts Support development teams in implementing architectural solutions Drive governance activities and ensure compliance with architecture, security, and data standards Facilitate technical decision-making with stakeholders at all levels Develop technical roadmaps and contribute to agile delivery planning Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to practice development and business growth About You You'll have: Proven experience designing architectures for complex digital platforms and software solutions Strong knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP), APIs, integration patterns, and modern software engineering practices Experience producing architecture documentation and using modelling approaches such as C4, UML, or ArchiMate Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working within architecture governance and assurance processes A track record of supporting agile delivery teams from design through to implementation A technology-agnostic mindset, focused on delivering the right solution for the challenge An understanding of user-centred design principles and how they influence technology decisions Desirable Experience Experience working within consultancy environments Knowledge of public sector standards, frameworks, or digital service delivery Experience working across distributed, multidisciplinary teams What's on Offer This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping modern digital services, working alongside talented technology, data, design, and delivery professionals while supporting organisations through complex digital transformation initiatives. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
11/11/2026
Full time
Technical Architect - Fully Remote - SC Eligible Salary - £78,000 Are you an experienced Technical Architect looking to shape innovative digital services and software solutions? We're seeking a Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and user-centric technology solutions. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you'll provide architectural leadership from initial concept through to implementation, helping organisations make informed technology decisions and deliver impactful digital products. The Role As a Technical Architect, you will: Design solution architectures for complex software and digital services Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the delivery life cycle Create and maintain architecture documentation, models, and design artefacts Support development teams in implementing architectural solutions Drive governance activities and ensure compliance with architecture, security, and data standards Facilitate technical decision-making with stakeholders at all levels Develop technical roadmaps and contribute to agile delivery planning Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to practice development and business growth About You You'll have: Proven experience designing architectures for complex digital platforms and software solutions Strong knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP), APIs, integration patterns, and modern software engineering practices Experience producing architecture documentation and using modelling approaches such as C4, UML, or ArchiMate Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working within architecture governance and assurance processes A track record of supporting agile delivery teams from design through to implementation A technology-agnostic mindset, focused on delivering the right solution for the challenge An understanding of user-centred design principles and how they influence technology decisions Desirable Experience Experience working within consultancy environments Knowledge of public sector standards, frameworks, or digital service delivery Experience working across distributed, multidisciplinary teams What's on Offer This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping modern digital services, working alongside talented technology, data, design, and delivery professionals while supporting organisations through complex digital transformation initiatives. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Network Engineer
Hays DT - Midlands Warwick, Warwickshire
Your new role As a key role in the Strategy and Architectural team based in Digital Services function, this role is responsible for the efficient and effective build, maintenance of new network infrastructure (virtual or physical) Support and maintain the forces network infrastructure at all times with it be the day to day operational running or during the planning, design, development and documentation of new technical solutions. Undertake the role of network subject matter expert, providing technical support assurance and guidance in designated area, working unsupervised on infrastructure, network configuration and security tasks meeting required service levels and complying with procedures. To take responsibility for understanding business requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and recommending options. To ensure the network meets the business requirements and digital strategy, leveraging industry standard as much as possible. Identifying risks and providing mitigations options for these to the delivery team. Responsible for impact analysis and quality assurance of modifications to existing systems to support new solutions. To be commercially astute on infrastructure design, perpetually focussed on the 'service vs cost' balance and take personal ownership, fully understanding and acting upon situations that require the pursuit of purpose over process. To build and maintain relationships with the Managed Service Provider and other suppliers To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required. Special Conditions: Requirement to participate in on call rota Regular travel throughout Warwickshire No qualifications required You must: Hold a full, valid UK driving licence, as the role requires regular travel throughout Warwickshire. Have the right to work in the UK free of any restrictions Have resided in the UK continuously for the last five years What you'll need to succeed * Substantial knowledge of Cisco, Avaya telephony, Azure, AWS, zScaler, SolarWinds and sentinel gained through significant experience in similar size organisations. * Strong knowledge of network Monitoring & Management alongside Supplier Management experience. * Strong Knowledge of SD Wan, VLAN Azure vWan. * Strong Knowledge of Static and Dynamic routing. * Successful in applying industry best practice with a knowledge of ISO 20000 (Service Management) and ITSM. * Authoring of Technical Design documents and Service artefacts. * Demonstrate experience of supporting, building and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure in a similar large complex multi-faceted organisation. * Strong focus on ICT technologies and operational service delivery. What you'll get in return This role includes participation in an on-call rota, for which an on-call allowance will be payable. The role also offers hybrid working, the successful applicant is expected to be in the office as required and/or 2 days per week. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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 on our website.
11/11/2026
Full time
Your new role As a key role in the Strategy and Architectural team based in Digital Services function, this role is responsible for the efficient and effective build, maintenance of new network infrastructure (virtual or physical) Support and maintain the forces network infrastructure at all times with it be the day to day operational running or during the planning, design, development and documentation of new technical solutions. Undertake the role of network subject matter expert, providing technical support assurance and guidance in designated area, working unsupervised on infrastructure, network configuration and security tasks meeting required service levels and complying with procedures. To take responsibility for understanding business requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and recommending options. To ensure the network meets the business requirements and digital strategy, leveraging industry standard as much as possible. Identifying risks and providing mitigations options for these to the delivery team. Responsible for impact analysis and quality assurance of modifications to existing systems to support new solutions. To be commercially astute on infrastructure design, perpetually focussed on the 'service vs cost' balance and take personal ownership, fully understanding and acting upon situations that require the pursuit of purpose over process. To build and maintain relationships with the Managed Service Provider and other suppliers To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required. Special Conditions: Requirement to participate in on call rota Regular travel throughout Warwickshire No qualifications required You must: Hold a full, valid UK driving licence, as the role requires regular travel throughout Warwickshire. Have the right to work in the UK free of any restrictions Have resided in the UK continuously for the last five years What you'll need to succeed * Substantial knowledge of Cisco, Avaya telephony, Azure, AWS, zScaler, SolarWinds and sentinel gained through significant experience in similar size organisations. * Strong knowledge of network Monitoring & Management alongside Supplier Management experience. * Strong Knowledge of SD Wan, VLAN Azure vWan. * Strong Knowledge of Static and Dynamic routing. * Successful in applying industry best practice with a knowledge of ISO 20000 (Service Management) and ITSM. * Authoring of Technical Design documents and Service artefacts. * Demonstrate experience of supporting, building and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure in a similar large complex multi-faceted organisation. * Strong focus on ICT technologies and operational service delivery. What you'll get in return This role includes participation in an on-call rota, for which an on-call allowance will be payable. The role also offers hybrid working, the successful applicant is expected to be in the office as required and/or 2 days per week. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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 on our website.
Lorien
Senior/Lead Software Engineer
Lorien
Lead/Senior Software Engineer/DV Clearable/5 Days Onsite Location: London We're seeking experienced Lead and Senior Software Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team delivering modern, secure and scalable software solutions. This is an opportunity to work on complex technology challenges, contribute to large-scale modernisation programmes, and help drive the adoption of AI-enabled engineering practices within highly regulated environments. The Role As a Lead or Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, building and delivering high-quality software systems that balance performance, security and maintainability. Working closely with product, security and operational teams, you'll help shape technical solutions while contributing to a culture of engineering excellence. You'll be involved in the full software development life cycle, from architecture and design through to deployment and operational support, ensuring solutions are scalable, resilient and fit for purpose. Key responsibilities include: Designing and developing secure, scalable and maintainable software solutions Translating business requirements into robust technical designs Contributing to software and system architecture decisions Building and supporting high-performing CI/CD pipelines and engineering practices Applying modern development standards, clean code principles and secure-by-design approaches Supporting testing, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives Collaborating with product managers, designers, security teams and engineers to deliver business outcomes Contributing to the integration of AI and machine learning capabilities within software products What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven experience across the full software development life cycle Strong software engineering fundamentals, including system design, API development and data modelling Experience developing clean, maintainable and testable code Strong understanding of modern engineering practices and development standards Experience working within highly regulated, complex or large-scale environments Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience using AI tools within the software development process Minimum three years' commercial software engineering experience Desirable Experience AI/ML engineering, MLOps, LLMOps or agentic workflow experience Experience with containerisation and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes Knowledge of GitOps practices and modern deployment methodologies Experience with secrets management technologies such as Vault or AWS Secrets Manager Public sector or large financial services experience For Lead-level candidates, experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams The Ideal Candidate We're looking for adaptable technologists with a passion for modern software engineering. You'll enjoy solving complex problems, working across disciplines, embracing emerging technologies and delivering practical solutions that create tangible business value. You'll be equally comfortable contributing hands-on technical expertise, influencing engineering decisions and collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. What's On Offer Opportunity to work on cutting-edge software engineering and AI initiatives Exposure to modern development practices, cloud-native technologies and emerging AI capabilities Challenging projects with real-world impact Collaborative and inclusive engineering culture Strong focus on continuous learning and technical development Opportunity to influence architecture, engineering standards and future technology direction Apply today to discuss this opportunity in more detail. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
10/11/2026
Full time
Lead/Senior Software Engineer/DV Clearable/5 Days Onsite Location: London We're seeking experienced Lead and Senior Software Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team delivering modern, secure and scalable software solutions. This is an opportunity to work on complex technology challenges, contribute to large-scale modernisation programmes, and help drive the adoption of AI-enabled engineering practices within highly regulated environments. The Role As a Lead or Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, building and delivering high-quality software systems that balance performance, security and maintainability. Working closely with product, security and operational teams, you'll help shape technical solutions while contributing to a culture of engineering excellence. You'll be involved in the full software development life cycle, from architecture and design through to deployment and operational support, ensuring solutions are scalable, resilient and fit for purpose. Key responsibilities include: Designing and developing secure, scalable and maintainable software solutions Translating business requirements into robust technical designs Contributing to software and system architecture decisions Building and supporting high-performing CI/CD pipelines and engineering practices Applying modern development standards, clean code principles and secure-by-design approaches Supporting testing, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives Collaborating with product managers, designers, security teams and engineers to deliver business outcomes Contributing to the integration of AI and machine learning capabilities within software products What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven experience across the full software development life cycle Strong software engineering fundamentals, including system design, API development and data modelling Experience developing clean, maintainable and testable code Strong understanding of modern engineering practices and development standards Experience working within highly regulated, complex or large-scale environments Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience using AI tools within the software development process Minimum three years' commercial software engineering experience Desirable Experience AI/ML engineering, MLOps, LLMOps or agentic workflow experience Experience with containerisation and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes Knowledge of GitOps practices and modern deployment methodologies Experience with secrets management technologies such as Vault or AWS Secrets Manager Public sector or large financial services experience For Lead-level candidates, experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams The Ideal Candidate We're looking for adaptable technologists with a passion for modern software engineering. You'll enjoy solving complex problems, working across disciplines, embracing emerging technologies and delivering practical solutions that create tangible business value. You'll be equally comfortable contributing hands-on technical expertise, influencing engineering decisions and collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. What's On Offer Opportunity to work on cutting-edge software engineering and AI initiatives Exposure to modern development practices, cloud-native technologies and emerging AI capabilities Challenging projects with real-world impact Collaborative and inclusive engineering culture Strong focus on continuous learning and technical development Opportunity to influence architecture, engineering standards and future technology direction Apply today to discuss this opportunity in more detail. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
AWE
P6 Senior Planner
AWE Reading, Berkshire
P6 Senior Planner If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today. Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come. We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery. Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time Closing Date: 31st October 2026 Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams. You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships. As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project life-cycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.
10/11/2026
Full time
P6 Senior Planner If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today. Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come. We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery. Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time Closing Date: 31st October 2026 Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams. You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships. As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project life-cycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.
Littlefish
IT Cyber Security Architect
Littlefish
Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make a real difference and become a giant slayer. As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement. These are the passionate and high performing people who enjoy and thrive on thinking outside the box. Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, and add to our skills and experience as we see Littlefish grow. So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people- we would love to hear from you. The role and what you ll be getting up to on a day to day basis: We re looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join Littlefish Group and take a leading role in shaping, assuring and defending security architecture across complex, high-profile customer environments. This is a hands-on architecture role with genuine technical authority. You ll own security design decisions within your assigned areas, influence programme direction and represent Littlefish Group at Change Advisory Boards and design authority forums. A key part of your work will support Project North Star, where Littlefish Group holds technical security and design authority responsibilities for the NHS Electronic Staff Record platform and the NHS Business Services Authority s Future Workforce Solution. You ll also work across our wider managed security and consultancy services, helping customers assess risk, strengthen their security posture and implement effective controls. What you ll be doing: You ll work alongside fellow security architects and consultants to: Own security architecture, design assurance and technical risk positions across your assigned areas. Shape and maintain security architecture principles, patterns, standards and roadmaps. Assess design options, manage risk-based trade-offs and produce clear architecture decision records. Review and assure solution designs, integrations and third-party components. Conduct threat modelling and identify proportionate remediation where designs do not meet required standards. Represent Littlefish Group at CAB and design authority forums, assessing changes for security impact. Shape Microsoft Sentinel architecture across complex customer environments. Produce high and low-level security designs, control mappings and technical decision records. Deliver security assessments, architecture reviews, and Microsoft 365 and Azure posture reviews. Design and implement layered security controls from initial requirements through to testing and handover. Provide technical escalation, mentoring and guidance to CSOC and project engineering teams. Support pre-sales activity and contribute reusable security designs, standards and playbooks to the Littlefish Group service catalogue. We need a candidate with: You ll be an experienced security professional who is comfortable making informed technical decisions and explaining and defending those decisions under scrutiny. You ll need: Proven experience in security architecture, security consultancy or senior security engineering. Experience acting as a Security Architect, technical security authority or design lead within a large, complex programme. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and the Microsoft Defender suite. Experience of security and change governance, including CAB, design authority or equivalent forums. The ability to produce security designs, diagrams and decision records suitable for customer assurance, peer review and audit. Experience delivering security assessments and implementing controls for external customers. Strong knowledge of Zero Trust, identity and access management, Entra ID, Azure and Microsoft 365 security. Experience of threat modelling and using MITRE ATT&CK to inform detection and control design. Working knowledge of recognised frameworks and guidance, including NCSC CAF, NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27005 and Cyber Essentials Plus. The confidence to communicate complex security risks clearly to technical teams, customers and senior stakeholders. A collaborative approach and the ability to balance competing programme and managed service priorities. Experience within the NHS or wider public sector would be valuable, as would exposure to Oracle Fusion or HCM security, ServiceNow, major programme transitions, KQL, scripting or security across AWS and Google Cloud. Relevant certifications may include SC-100, SC-200, AZ-500, CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, SABSA or NCSC Certified Cyber Professional. What can we offer you? Referral bonus scheme of £1000 when you successfully refer a friend. Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16000 expert-led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals. Healthcare cash plan. This will give you access to online GP appointments, 24/7 access to qualified counsellors and cash back against a range of general healthcare Casual dress policy Company Pension Scheme Company social events 25 days annual leave plus public / bank holidays Purchase of annual leave scheme Life at Littlefish: Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow. I am High Performing- I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence. I am Passionate- We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another. I Have a Can-Do Attitude- I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done! I am Cyber Conscious I am vigilant, responsible, and proactive in protecting our people, customers and organisation from Cyber threats. So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey. Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly. Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a prefer not to say option).
10/11/2026
Full time
Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make a real difference and become a giant slayer. As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement. These are the passionate and high performing people who enjoy and thrive on thinking outside the box. Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, and add to our skills and experience as we see Littlefish grow. So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people- we would love to hear from you. The role and what you ll be getting up to on a day to day basis: We re looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join Littlefish Group and take a leading role in shaping, assuring and defending security architecture across complex, high-profile customer environments. This is a hands-on architecture role with genuine technical authority. You ll own security design decisions within your assigned areas, influence programme direction and represent Littlefish Group at Change Advisory Boards and design authority forums. A key part of your work will support Project North Star, where Littlefish Group holds technical security and design authority responsibilities for the NHS Electronic Staff Record platform and the NHS Business Services Authority s Future Workforce Solution. You ll also work across our wider managed security and consultancy services, helping customers assess risk, strengthen their security posture and implement effective controls. What you ll be doing: You ll work alongside fellow security architects and consultants to: Own security architecture, design assurance and technical risk positions across your assigned areas. Shape and maintain security architecture principles, patterns, standards and roadmaps. Assess design options, manage risk-based trade-offs and produce clear architecture decision records. Review and assure solution designs, integrations and third-party components. Conduct threat modelling and identify proportionate remediation where designs do not meet required standards. Represent Littlefish Group at CAB and design authority forums, assessing changes for security impact. Shape Microsoft Sentinel architecture across complex customer environments. Produce high and low-level security designs, control mappings and technical decision records. Deliver security assessments, architecture reviews, and Microsoft 365 and Azure posture reviews. Design and implement layered security controls from initial requirements through to testing and handover. Provide technical escalation, mentoring and guidance to CSOC and project engineering teams. Support pre-sales activity and contribute reusable security designs, standards and playbooks to the Littlefish Group service catalogue. We need a candidate with: You ll be an experienced security professional who is comfortable making informed technical decisions and explaining and defending those decisions under scrutiny. You ll need: Proven experience in security architecture, security consultancy or senior security engineering. Experience acting as a Security Architect, technical security authority or design lead within a large, complex programme. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and the Microsoft Defender suite. Experience of security and change governance, including CAB, design authority or equivalent forums. The ability to produce security designs, diagrams and decision records suitable for customer assurance, peer review and audit. Experience delivering security assessments and implementing controls for external customers. Strong knowledge of Zero Trust, identity and access management, Entra ID, Azure and Microsoft 365 security. Experience of threat modelling and using MITRE ATT&CK to inform detection and control design. Working knowledge of recognised frameworks and guidance, including NCSC CAF, NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27005 and Cyber Essentials Plus. The confidence to communicate complex security risks clearly to technical teams, customers and senior stakeholders. A collaborative approach and the ability to balance competing programme and managed service priorities. Experience within the NHS or wider public sector would be valuable, as would exposure to Oracle Fusion or HCM security, ServiceNow, major programme transitions, KQL, scripting or security across AWS and Google Cloud. Relevant certifications may include SC-100, SC-200, AZ-500, CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, SABSA or NCSC Certified Cyber Professional. What can we offer you? Referral bonus scheme of £1000 when you successfully refer a friend. Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16000 expert-led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals. Healthcare cash plan. This will give you access to online GP appointments, 24/7 access to qualified counsellors and cash back against a range of general healthcare Casual dress policy Company Pension Scheme Company social events 25 days annual leave plus public / bank holidays Purchase of annual leave scheme Life at Littlefish: Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow. I am High Performing- I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence. I am Passionate- We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another. I Have a Can-Do Attitude- I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done! I am Cyber Conscious I am vigilant, responsible, and proactive in protecting our people, customers and organisation from Cyber threats. So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey. Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly. Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a prefer not to say option).
DSTL
Senior Systems Engineer
DSTL Salisbury, Wiltshire
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and shaping the future of cyber and defence capabilities? Dstl is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for transforming cutting-edge research into operational capabilities that support national security and defence objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-impact programmes, helping to define, design and assure systems that integrate people, process and technology into coherent, effective solutions. Why join us? As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in translating complex stakeholder and customer needs into system architectures, requirements and technical solutions. You will work across a diverse range of projects, providing technical leadership, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring that solutions are safe, secure, robust and fit for purpose. Working alongside scientists, engineers, project managers and external partners, you will apply systems engineering principles to complex cyber and technology challenges. You will help develop architectural models, influence engineering standards and enable effective integration across capabilities, ensuring solutions meet both current operational needs and future requirements. This role offers the opportunity to apply your systems thinking and engineering expertise in a unique environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence are critical to delivering capability that makes a real-world difference. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Translate complex customer and stakeholder needs into clear system architectures, requirements and engineering solutions. Apply systems engineering and systems thinking approaches to solve challenging technical and operational problems. Provide technical leadership on complex projects, ensuring solutions align with customer, business, safety and security requirements. Develop and maintain architectural models that support informed decision-making, integration and capability development. Support the development, assurance and delivery of cyber and defence capabilities across the system lifecycle. Promote the use of engineering standards, frameworks and open-system approaches to improve interoperability and consistency. Analyse complex technical information and communicate findings through high-quality documentation, reports and presentations. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes across multiple priorities. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Systems Engineering, Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. An understanding of Systems Engineering and/or Systems Thinking methodologies and their practical application. Knowledge of the development and assurance of complex technical systems or capabilities. An awareness of software engineering and how software integrates with hardware, embedded systems and wider system architectures. Experience solving complex, non-routine technical problems and making evidence-based engineering assessments. Experience applying systems engineering techniques within an engineering, technology or scientific environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills. The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a range of audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and shaping the future of cyber and defence capabilities? Dstl is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for transforming cutting-edge research into operational capabilities that support national security and defence objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-impact programmes, helping to define, design and assure systems that integrate people, process and technology into coherent, effective solutions. Why join us? As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in translating complex stakeholder and customer needs into system architectures, requirements and technical solutions. You will work across a diverse range of projects, providing technical leadership, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring that solutions are safe, secure, robust and fit for purpose. Working alongside scientists, engineers, project managers and external partners, you will apply systems engineering principles to complex cyber and technology challenges. You will help develop architectural models, influence engineering standards and enable effective integration across capabilities, ensuring solutions meet both current operational needs and future requirements. This role offers the opportunity to apply your systems thinking and engineering expertise in a unique environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence are critical to delivering capability that makes a real-world difference. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Translate complex customer and stakeholder needs into clear system architectures, requirements and engineering solutions. Apply systems engineering and systems thinking approaches to solve challenging technical and operational problems. Provide technical leadership on complex projects, ensuring solutions align with customer, business, safety and security requirements. Develop and maintain architectural models that support informed decision-making, integration and capability development. Support the development, assurance and delivery of cyber and defence capabilities across the system lifecycle. Promote the use of engineering standards, frameworks and open-system approaches to improve interoperability and consistency. Analyse complex technical information and communicate findings through high-quality documentation, reports and presentations. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes across multiple priorities. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Systems Engineering, Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. An understanding of Systems Engineering and/or Systems Thinking methodologies and their practical application. Knowledge of the development and assurance of complex technical systems or capabilities. An awareness of software engineering and how software integrates with hardware, embedded systems and wider system architectures. Experience solving complex, non-routine technical problems and making evidence-based engineering assessments. Experience applying systems engineering techniques within an engineering, technology or scientific environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills. The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a range of audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
Post Office
Technical Writer
Post Office
Reporting Line: Head of Core Trading Platform & Product Architecture Contract Type: 12 month FTC Location: London - Hybrid What to expect The Lead Technical Writer is a key member of the Enterprise Architecture team, responsible for the documentation of functional strategies, always modelling the Post Office behaviours and demonstrating a Postmaster first mindset. The Lead Technical Writer will: standardise tools and ways of communicating, along with processes work closely with service managers, technology leaders and senior stakeholders to resource teams and resolve problems promote the discipline of technical writing keep up to date with industry changes They will drive a culture of inclusion, continuous improvement, and high performance across their teams, to drive decision-making across technology. What we can do for you Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 27.5 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity Annual car allowance Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & savings What you ll need to succeed The key knowledge, experience and skills required are: Significant experience as a Technical Writer within an architecture or technology organisation, supporting large-scale business transformation initiatives. Experience documenting complex distributed systems and enterprise platforms. Proven ability to work with software engineers, architects, product managers, and operational teams. Experience implementing documentation governance frameworks. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and accessible documentation. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. Excellent organisational and information structuring capabilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. Passion for documentation excellence and continuous improvement. Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and modelling standards such as UML. About us At Post Office Ltd, we re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are. Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we d love to hear from you. Application Guidance Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact us. We re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.
10/11/2026
Full time
Reporting Line: Head of Core Trading Platform & Product Architecture Contract Type: 12 month FTC Location: London - Hybrid What to expect The Lead Technical Writer is a key member of the Enterprise Architecture team, responsible for the documentation of functional strategies, always modelling the Post Office behaviours and demonstrating a Postmaster first mindset. The Lead Technical Writer will: standardise tools and ways of communicating, along with processes work closely with service managers, technology leaders and senior stakeholders to resource teams and resolve problems promote the discipline of technical writing keep up to date with industry changes They will drive a culture of inclusion, continuous improvement, and high performance across their teams, to drive decision-making across technology. What we can do for you Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 27.5 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity Annual car allowance Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & savings What you ll need to succeed The key knowledge, experience and skills required are: Significant experience as a Technical Writer within an architecture or technology organisation, supporting large-scale business transformation initiatives. Experience documenting complex distributed systems and enterprise platforms. Proven ability to work with software engineers, architects, product managers, and operational teams. Experience implementing documentation governance frameworks. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and accessible documentation. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. Excellent organisational and information structuring capabilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. Passion for documentation excellence and continuous improvement. Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and modelling standards such as UML. About us At Post Office Ltd, we re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are. Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we d love to hear from you. Application Guidance Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact us. We re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.

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