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Web Developer (.NET)
Pense Ltd
12/11/2025
Full time
Role and Responsibilities This is an excellent opportunity for a capable web developer who enjoys owning features end-to-end in a modern, forward-thinking financial services business. We have our own proprietary applications, both back-office solutions as well as client facing. You will work on multiple projects including continuing to enhance our own CRM solution, migrating legacy WebForms functionality to clean services and a modern UI. You’ll work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; you will not be a “cog in the machine.” You’ll be involved in every aspect of delivery - from requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, documentation, and support, with a strong focus on scalability and maintainability. We are an extremely fast-growing business and as such, you will be required to adapt quickly to changes and business requirements. You must have a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in order to satisfy changes to business requirements. The job role will consist of the below responsibilities: Development CRM (WebForms/.NET/TSQL/BPM): Configure and extend our proprietary CRM using TSQL, BPM/workflow tools and C# Modernisation: Incremental modernisation of legacy applications using strangler pattern Client facing applications: Develop our customer self service portal and other front-end applications utilising React/Typescript and .NET 9 Web API Azure implementation: Assist in administering our cloud infrastructure (App Service/Functions, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault with Managed Identity, App Configuration, Private Endpoints, Application Insights) Quality/pipelines: Contribute to and set up CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration tests where required Testing: Conduct thorough testing and peer review of work items Data Analysis (SQL Server/TSQL) Write performance conscious, SARGable queries and implement appropriate indexing Monitor and apply performance fixes and other DB management tasks in Azure SQL Server hosted DB Technical Documentation Produce documentation for requirement gathering, code architecture and training guides Contribute to due diligence and penetration test readiness packs (architecture diagrams, data flows and controls) Support Triage and resolve support tickets relating to in-house applications from employees Support customer facing applications and address incidents utilising Azure Application Insights and application logs to identify and resolve issues Requirement Gathering: Communicate with stakeholders to establish clear problem statements and requirements Translate requirements into technical solutions with a focus on extendibility and minimising technical debt, considering future changes Accountability and Working Relationships Part of a small, highly motivated and productive development team Partners closely with CTO (hands on) Collaborates and in direct communication with operations, advice, compliance and administration teams to deliver appropriate solutions Accountable for delivering projects on time and to specification Working Environment and Hours: Office based in Doncaster (remote working can be available on occasions where required, however office based is preferred) Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. Hours can be flexible within reason and to ensure delivery of key milestones Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Pension scheme Can be very flexible on working hours dependent on requirements and ensuring delivery of key milestones Opportunity to own meaningful projects end-to-end in a growing, entrepreneurial business Big opportunity to learn new emerging technologies (particularly AI), while at work Skills – Essential C# .NET (6+): Dependency Injection, Web API Working knowledge and experience of legacy .NET Framework 4.x and WebForms Microsoft SQL Server: Strong T-SQL, SARGability and indexing, performance tuning mindset TypeScript/React: Component reusability, state management Auth and Security: Securing SPA/APIs using flows such as OAuth2/OIDC Microsoft Azure (hands-on): VMs, App Service, Functions/Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault (Managed Identity), App Configuration, Application Insights; basic networking/private endpoints/DNS concepts CI/CD: GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps; environment-aware configuration and secret management Skills – Desirable Firebase: authentication, hosting, functions, Firestore React Native and building mobile apps Exposure to Azure AI Foundry or other AI orchestration (prompting/evaluation/workflows) Experience migrating legacy codebases to modern architecture Using Entra ID for authentication (OAuth2 Flow) Azure infrastructure set up including VNET/Private endpoint and DNS management and setting up secure landing zones Twilio API Industry knowledge of Financial services particularly retirement and custodial platforms Knowledge and experience working with the Seccl API Development Path Candidates slightly lighter in one area (like React or Azure) but strong in WebForms + C# + SQL and motivated to learn will be considered, provided they can show understanding of fundamentals and are willing to learn quickly. Comfortable operating across legacy and modern stacks in the same day. Job Type: Full-time Benefits:   Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking   Ability to commute/relocate:   Doncaster DN4 5NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)   Work Location: In person
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Walsall Council Walsall
04/06/2025
Full time
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial) Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa# Full time, permanent Walsall Ref: RT01125   We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure. As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will: Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings. Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems. Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls. Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology. Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology. What we are about We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats.  These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery. By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team. For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you. You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035  per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance. Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025. For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.  BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities.  A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only). This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers.  The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted.  Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them.  Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information. About Us Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development. We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application. Living in Walsall Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages. Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
Senior Information Security Analyst
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited Liverpool
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.   Job Title:  Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC) Location:  Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Working Hours:  Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Salary:  £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).   What you will be doing: Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion. Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards. Lead third party risk management processes. Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations. Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities. Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services. Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements. Support the implementation of security tools and technologies. Provide oversight of the security incident management process. Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels. Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group. Provide support for internal and external security audits. Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required. Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.   What we look for: Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset. Experience with risk assessment methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives. Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST. Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.   About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.  Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:  Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.  Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner  Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.   Reward, Recognition and Culture :  Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!    All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Technical Lead
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited Liverpool
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle).  Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions. The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.   Job Title:  Technical Business Lead Working Hours:  37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location:  Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Salary:  £70,000-£85,000 DOE   What you will be doing: Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use. Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes   What we are looking for: Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components. Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc. Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana) Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps     About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.  Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:  Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.  Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner  Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.   Reward, Recognition and Culture :  Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!    All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Software Engineer
DWP Leeds, Yorkshire
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay up to £59,813, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP Digital - Build services that matter We're hiring software engineers with skills in both Java and JavaScript. You'll join one of our agile product teams working in areas such as Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Authentication, Identity & Fraud, or Accessibility. These teams build, run and continually improve large scale, mission critical services that millions of citizens rely on every day. Whether it's strengthening how people securely prove who they are, improving the reliability of payments, or making our services more inclusive, you'll be delivering meaningful change at national scale. You'll design, build and support modern microservices and user-facing applications using Java, JavaScript and cloud first technologies. Working alongside engineers, product managers, architects and analysts, you'll tackle complex technical problems, shape how our platforms evolve and contribute directly to the stability and performance of our services. If you enjoy solving real engineering problems and want your work to make a genuine impact, this could be the perfect next step. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience building software using Java (Java 8 or above), including evidence of working on large scale, distributed systems where performance and resilience matter. Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservice design including how to build and consume them effectively. Experience with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure and familiarity with cloud native principles. Ability to work with JavaScript and build accessible user interfaces that are reliable and easy to maintain. Experience using TDD/BDD to write clean, well tested code that catches issues early. Knowledge of working with SQL or NoSQL databases such as Postgres, MySQL or MongoDB. Experience creating and maintaining automated test suites that support continuous integration and deployment. You and your role Our Senior Java Engineers to work with freedom and autonomy. We write code and make decisions which shape the future engineering landscape of DWP. We develop, build and support products and applications as part of multi-functional agile delivery teams, alongside researchers, analysts, designers, architects, testers and more. You'll work across the full software lifecycle - from designing APIs to building user interfaces, to deploying and monitoring services in cloud environments. These aren't small systems: you'll be working with high volume, mission critical applications where performance, latency and security really matter. You'll join teams working in areas that play a critical role in supporting citizens securely and reliably. You can expect to be designing and building Spring Boot microservices, contributing to well-structured front end applications and helping to shape patterns and reusable components that make our services consistent and robust. This is a place where engineers own their services end to end and understand the real impact their work has. You'll help maintain the operational stability pf the products you build, including working an in hours support rota for troubleshooting issues or bug fixes. You'll succeed in this role if you enjoy solving complex technical problems, care about building great products and want to combine modern engineering practices with meaningful public sector impact. This role is more than "just writing code". If you're curious about how services behave in production, how to make them better, and how your decisions shape outcomes for millions of users then apply now and join our community. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £59,813. That's £46,547 salary plus a Digital Allowance of up to £13,266 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £13,485 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 24 days and rising to 26 days after one year. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Coding test : sent and completed remotely Interview: a single stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Lead Security Architect
DWP Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
12/03/2026
Full time
DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP as a Lead Security Architect and shape the secure design of large scale digital services, lead innovation in security tech, and drive strategic security initiatives that protect millions across the UK. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Security Architecture design and modelling techniques, patterns, tools and standards. Presenting architecture design to technical governance forums. Shaping and supporting technology initiatives, projects, programmes and portfolios. Technical authoring skills, particularly for the production of technical design and specification documents. Being the security lead in technical governance forums. Mandatory Criteria/Qualifications CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or a Master's in Cyber Security. SC Clearance. You and your role As a Lead Security Architect at DWP, you will shape and govern the security architecture behind some of the largest digital transformation programmes in Europe. You'll work across high complexity services, setting long term security strategy, defining architectural principles, and guiding senior stakeholders to make secure, informed decisions that protect our systems and millions of users. You'll take the lead in designing secure, scalable solutions across a wide range of digital services. This includes providing expert guidance, producing high quality technical documentation, and contributing to key governance forums to ensure all solutions remain aligned with secure by design standards and organisational goals. The role also places you at the forefront of innovation-researching emerging technologies, solving complex security challenges, and sharing best practice across the profession. Your expertise will play a crucial part in ensuring DWP delivers modern, resilient and user focused digital services for people across the UK. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: We offer competitive pay for this role of up to £99,836. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth over £21,735 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket. Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just three stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. Interview 1: Delivery of a 10-minute presentation. Interview 2: Assessment of Behaviours and Technical Skills CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Senior Digital Project Manager
DWP
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay of £57,946, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours and great work-life balance. Are you ready to deliver complex, high profile digital projects that modernise some of the UK's most important public services? As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you'll join DWP Digital's delivery community - a team responsible for leading large scale technology change and modernisation across one of the biggest and most complex IT estates in Europe. You'll take ownership of major delivery initiatives that reduce legacy technology, improve resilience, and support DWP's mission to serve millions of people every day. You'll lead multi disciplinary teams, build capability, manage suppliers and drive the delivery of new and improved digital services. Whether you're modernising legacy applications, supporting payment transformation, or delivering integrations for other government departments, this role gives you the opportunity to shape services that have a real and lasting impact across the UK. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience leading and coaching delivery teams. You know how to guide multi skilled teams, set direction, remove blockers and help people perform at their best. Strong delivery experience across the full lifecycle. You've delivered digital or tech projects using Agile, Waterfall or blended methods and you're confident choosing the right approach. Experience working with suppliers. You can manage third party partners, track milestones and ensure work is delivered on time and to the right quality. Clear, confident communication. You can explain complex delivery activity to people at all levels in a simple, straightforward way. Commitment to ongoing learning . You proactively seek out opportunities to develop yourself - and encourage the same in others. You and your role As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you'll play a central role in delivering change across DWP's most critical technology platforms. We've got roles on a number or different teams and projects, so you could be working on modernising legacy systems, supporting the evolution of payments services, and leading projects that help us interact effectively with other government departments and external bodies. Whatever you're working on your work will make essential public services more reliable, secure and able to meet the needs of millions of citizens. You'll lead digital delivery teams of engineers, designers, user researchers and other specialists - typically up to a dozen colleagues - creating an environment where they can deliver their best work. You'll also manage a small number of direct reports and shape delivery capability more broadly across the organisation. Your projects may range from large scale application redevelopment, establishing and supporting BAU teams post delivery, to overseeing continuous delivery environments (rather than start and finish programmes). No matter the project, you'll bring structure, clarity and strong delivery discipline to complex spaces with many moving parts. Your ability to manage relationships, align priorities and keep delivery progressing will be key to your success. You'll work closely with architecture, security, networks, commercial, finance and policy colleagues, as well as external suppliers and other government departments. This is a role for someone who enjoys working at scale, solving complex delivery challenges, and wants to make a positive impact on public services. If you're motivated by meaningful work, large scale digital transformation, and helping teams succeed - you'll thrive here. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £57,946 per annum Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Penetration Tester (Senior)
Starling Bank
12/03/2026
Full time
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Read more about Our Story here. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role As an experienced Penetration Tester you will be working with talented cyber security professionals to protect Starling customers, company assets and systems using the latest technologies and techniques. The primary objective for this role is to collaborate with, support, and guide Starling's engineering and operation functions to ensure our services are designed, developed and operated securely. As an experienced member of our penetration testing team you will directly interact with multiple areas of the business to understand requirements, define the scope and approach to testing (including undertaking appropriate research), and produce reporting information aligned to our risk framework. In addition, we understand the importance of knowledge and expertise remaining current and you shall support the continued advancement of our penetration testing through research, design and implementation of new solutions, including automation. Responsibilities Scoping and performing mobile, web application, cloud, and infrastructure penetration tests. Automation of security testing, and development of internal tooling, to achieve continuous assurance. Collaboration with engineering teams to facilitate secure development, including: Review and analysis of proposed technical solutions to identify appropriate security controls. Input and guidance to security related technical architecture and design decisions. Code review of features and critical security components. Practical security testing. Advising on remediation of security issues and processes to address root causes. Security assurance reviews of third-party solutions. Identifying and implementing improvements to the team's internal processes and procedures. Review, analysis and reporting of external threats relevant to Starling systems and solutions, in the context of Starling's desired security posture. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Ideally, we would like: 5+ years technical information security experience. Experience of mobile, web application, cloud and infrastructure penetration testing. Strong technical knowledge in: Mobile security (iOS and Android) Web application security Networking and associated protocols Cloud security (AWS and GCP) Containers and Kubernetes A desire to learn, and ability to apply technical security knowledge to new and unfamiliar areas. CREST, OSCP or similar industry penetration testing qualification A good understanding of applied cryptographic techniques. Reverse engineering and exploit development capabilities. Experience of security testing in an agile SDLC. Threat modelling experience. Experience performing code reviews, particularly in Java and Go. Experience of fulfilling a client facing security consulting role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in automation of security testing, with previous development experience desirable. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: First stage with the Penetration Testing Team Lead Second stage with additional members of the Penetration Testing team Final stage with Infosec Director and CISO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Lead Security Architect
DWP Birmingham, Staffordshire
12/03/2026
Full time
DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP as a Lead Security Architect and shape the secure design of large scale digital services, lead innovation in security tech, and drive strategic security initiatives that protect millions across the UK. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Security Architecture design and modelling techniques, patterns, tools and standards. Presenting architecture design to technical governance forums. Shaping and supporting technology initiatives, projects, programmes and portfolios. Technical authoring skills, particularly for the production of technical design and specification documents. Being the security lead in technical governance forums. Mandatory Criteria/Qualifications CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or a Master's in Cyber Security. SC Clearance. You and your role As a Lead Security Architect at DWP, you will shape and govern the security architecture behind some of the largest digital transformation programmes in Europe. You'll work across high complexity services, setting long term security strategy, defining architectural principles, and guiding senior stakeholders to make secure, informed decisions that protect our systems and millions of users. You'll take the lead in designing secure, scalable solutions across a wide range of digital services. This includes providing expert guidance, producing high quality technical documentation, and contributing to key governance forums to ensure all solutions remain aligned with secure by design standards and organisational goals. The role also places you at the forefront of innovation-researching emerging technologies, solving complex security challenges, and sharing best practice across the profession. Your expertise will play a crucial part in ensuring DWP delivers modern, resilient and user focused digital services for people across the UK. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: We offer competitive pay for this role of up to £99,836. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth over £21,735 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket. Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just three stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. Interview 1: Delivery of a 10-minute presentation. Interview 2: Assessment of Behaviours and Technical Skills CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application
Solutions Architect
GCHQ Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
12/03/2026
Full time
Salary : £69,611 to £77,801, comprising a basic salary of £66,581 and a concessionary payment of £3,030. The exact salary offered within this range will depend on your skills and experience. An additional Skills Payment is available once your skills level is confirmed, £3,822 for Level 1 or £8,190 for Level 2. Flexible working: We offer a range of working patterns, including full-time, part-time, and compressed hours, with flexible start and finish times to support a work-life balance. While most of our work is carried out on-site due to its sensitive nature, occasional home working may be possible depending on business needs. Find out more about flexible working on our website . GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners, MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. As a Solutions Architect, you'll help deliver technology solutions that support GCHQ's mission, drawing on your experience to lead design work, manage a team, and make strategic architectural decisions. The nature of our work requires advanced, innovative technology, offering you the chance to apply your skills to unique and meaningful challenges. Working across a range of complex projects, you'll shape solution designs, produce clear documentation and models, and ensure alignment with established architectural standards. You'll work closely with stakeholders, balancing technical, business, cost, and risk considerations to deliver scalable and resilient solutions. Day-to-day, you'll collaborate with delivery teams, engineers, and business colleagues to clarify requirements, adapt designs and guide their implementation. You'll produce and maintain artefacts, provide clarity and direction, and mentor less-senior colleagues. Occasional travel across the UK will also be required so you can work closely with colleagues from all areas of the organisation. To apply, you'll bring experience in solutions architecture, including leading the design of end-to-end digital or technology solutions. You'll have familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF, NIST, and ITIL, along with experience managing or line-managing a team. You'll be skilled at producing artefacts that guide delivery teams and at explaining design decisions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Effective stakeholder management, collaboration and negotiation skills will also help you align differing user needs with organisational priorities. Adaptability, time management, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving will support you in delivering well-rounded solutions to complex challenges. When you join us, you'll have a full induction to GCHQ so you can understand who we are and what we do. Once in your role, you'll receive formal and on-the-job training, along with all the support you need to thrive. We're committed to continuous professional development and to providing the space for you to grow, innovate and experiment. Typically, around 20% of your time is dedicated to developing yourself and supporting others. We know development looks different for everyone, so we'll tailor our support to your learning style, whether that's through books, courses, conferences or stretch assignments. We'll cover the cost of professional qualifications and give you the time and support to achieve them. From day one, you'll have access to mentors and subject-matter experts, and we'll work with you to build a structured development plan aligned with your goals. At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. You can find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website . To find out more and apply, please visit our website. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will still be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages, and there is no upper age limit. You can apply at 17; if successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website.
Lead Security Architect- SC/DV Security Cleared
Morson Edge Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
12/03/2026
Contractor
Lead Security Architect- SC/DV Security Cleared- Lead Security Architect, ideally wit current SC/DV Security Clearance is required for our central government client to lead all IT Security aspects in relation to the design, delivery and ongoing maintenance of a number of secure IT services. Lead Security Architect- SC/DV Security Cleared-Essential Experience Strong working knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, and computer operating software. Current SC Security or DV Security Clearance or eligibility/Opportunity to obtain DV Security Clearance Ability to advise on the ongoing low level design and build process of the IT platforms, and the deployment of customer workloads Advanced understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security Experience implementing multi-factor authentication Experience of implementing security solutions and understanding of ISO 27001. Ability to lead on the IT Security aspects when engaging with external stakeholders on cross domain connectivity and data sharing. Experience of creating/own Tier2 policies & procedures and drive forward implementation & culture change across multiple teams. Capability to engage with other secure platforms and environments to align security policies and procedures. Provide security expertise around technical discovery, design and delivery. Ability to act as a technical interface with the Security Operations Centre and assist with the investigation and resolution of security incidents. 6-12 month contract Pay rate £600-£630pday inside IR35 Onsite full time in Milton Keynes InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Head of Technology Architecture
Applause IT Recruitment Ltd Oxford, Oxfordshire
12/03/2026
Full time
Head of Technology Architecture Hybrid - UK (London, Oxford or Edinburgh offices) Salary up to 90,000 + excellent benefits Applause IT are hiring an experienced Head of Technology Architecture to lead the evolution of enterprise technology architecture within a nationally recognised professional organisation undergoing significant transformation. This role will play a key part in modernising a complex technology environment, improving integration between platforms, strengthening data architecture, and shaping a clear long-term technology roadmap. The organisation currently operates a diverse technology estate supporting membership services, learning and examinations, digital platforms and internal business operations. The Head of Technology Architecture will be responsible for creating a coherent architectural approach across these platforms while ensuring systems remain secure, reliable and scalable. Working closely with the Business Transformation leadership team, the Head of Technology Architecture will help rationalise systems, establish architectural standards and guide technology investment decisions that support the organisation's long-term strategy. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the organisation's enterprise technology architecture strategy Design and govern the target-state application and integration architecture Rationalise a fragmented application landscape and improve system integration Introduce strong architectural principles, standards and governance Lead the design of integration approaches including API-led architectures Establish robust data architecture practices including data governance and common data models Oversee cloud and infrastructure architecture to ensure resilience and scalability Provide architectural oversight of security frameworks and technology risk Lead architectural due diligence during technology procurements Manage strategic supplier relationships and ensure technology platforms align with long-term strategy Technology Environment The organisation operates a varied enterprise technology landscape including: CRM and membership platforms Learning and examination systems Finance and business systems Digital platforms and websites Data and reporting environments Cloud infrastructure and identity services A key focus of the Head of Technology Architecture will be improving integration between systems, simplifying the technology estate and ensuring reliable, high-quality data across platforms. About You We are seeking a senior technology professional with strong enterprise architecture experience and the ability to operate at both strategic and practical levels. You may currently work as a Lead Enterprise Architect, Principal Architect, Head of Architecture, or similar role where you have shaped technology architecture across complex environments. Key experience includes: Strong experience in enterprise or technology architecture Experience designing integration architectures and API strategies Understanding of data architecture and data governance practices Experience working with cloud-based technology environments Knowledge of identity, security and enterprise platform design Experience working within multi-vendor technology environments Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Technology Architecture to join an organisation undertaking major transformation, where you will have the opportunity to shape the future technology landscape and deliver meaningful change across enterprise systems. If you are interested in this Head of Technology Architecture opportunity, click apply now.
Frontend Developer
Rullion - Eon
12/03/2026
Contractor
We are seeking a talented and motivated Frontend Developer with strong expertise in TypeScript to join our growing development team. In this role, you will work on building high-quality, scalable, and responsive web applications using React and TypeScript. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences, optimize performance, and contribute to the overall architecture of our platform. Initially it will be a six-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in their London office. It is a full-time role, 40 hours per week. Accountabilities: Develop and maintain scalable and responsive web applications using React.js and TypeScript. Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement modern, intuitive, and visually appealing user interfaces. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices. Optimize applications for maximum performance across a wide range of devices and browsers. Participate in code reviews and maintain a high level of code quality. Troubleshoot and debug issues in both development and production environments. Contribute to architectural decisions and collaborate with other engineers on overall application design. Ensure the scalability and security of applications by following best development practices. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating new tools and libraries into the project as appropriate. Work with version control systems like Git and ensure continuous integration and deployment processes are followed. Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate RESTful APIs and handle data flow effectively. Knowledge and Skills: Proven experience in React.js and TypeScript development. Strong understanding of JavaScript and modern front-end technologies. Experience with state management libraries like Redux, Recoil, or similar. Familiarity with RESTful APIs Experience with version control systems, such as Git. Solid understanding of web development fundamentals: HTML, CSS, and responsive design. Strong debugging skills and the ability to troubleshoot performance issues. Ability to write clean, modular, and well-documented code. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Senior Service Designer
Parity Network Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
12/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Service Designer - 6 months, Inside IR35 up to 480 a day Milton Keynes / Hybrid working Parity Group are delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who is looking to recruit a Senior Service Designer for a minimum 6-month period, this role will Hybrid working and based in Milton Keynes. You will receive a daily rate of up to 480 a day and the contract will see you INSIDE IR35 . This role will lead the design of secure, scalable, and operationally robust services across a complex technology portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with architects, service owners, and delivery teams to ensure services are designed to meet user needs while aligning with enterprise architecture, operational support models, and government security standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the creation of end-to-end service designs across the full service lifecycle. Produce clear and reusable service design artefacts including service blueprints, customer journeys, and design specifications. Develop Service Design Packages (SDPs) to support transition into live operations. Define service models including SLAs, OLAs, and underpinning support agreements. Ensure services are secure, resilient, scalable, and cost-effective. Work collaboratively with Service Owners, Product Owners, Architects, and delivery teams to translate requirements into operational service designs. Participate in design governance and assurance reviews, presenting designs and incorporating feedback. Identify design risks and ensure traceability throughout the service lifecycle. Support operational readiness and service transition activities. Contribute to continuous service improvement using performance insights and user feedback. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience delivering end-to-end service design within complex IT environments. Strong understanding of IT service lifecycle management and ITSM frameworks, such as ITIL Certification. Experience producing Service Design Packages (SDPs) and operational service documentation. Ability to translate business, technical, and operational requirements into practical service designs. Experience collaborating with enterprise architecture teams and aligning with strategic technology objectives. Experience facilitating co-design workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions. Knowledge of UK government digital and security frameworks including standards from the Government Digital Service and National Cyber Security Centre. Experience working with secure or air-gapped platforms within government or regulated environments. Desirable Membership of a professional body such as BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT or Institution of Engineering and Technology. Experience designing services within secure government environments Awareness of AI technologies supporting operational efficiency. If this sounds like the role for you then do not hesitate to get in touch with me, Lynne Strang, for more information or simply click on the apply button. Parity - Better Decisions: Better People Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services. We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy which can be found at (url removed)
Full Stack Developer Python/Python Developer - Contract/Permanent
Cactus IT Solutions UK Ltd Leeds, Yorkshire
12/03/2026
Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of complex applications using Core Python and web frameworks like Flask. Implement best practices in software development, including exception handling, data structures, and object-oriented programming (OOP). Front End development using VueJS, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML to create seamless user interfaces. Develop and optimize SQL databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval. Utilize AWS Core services and Terraform for cloud infrastructure management and deployment. Design and implement serverless architectures and manage Docker containers. Oversee the integration of various components and troubleshoot/debug applications to ensure smooth operation. Mentor and guide junior developers in coding standards, version control using GitHub, and code tracking. Engage in data analysis and visualization to inform decision-making and enhance application performance. Develop applications using event-driven programming paradigms and adhere to design patterns like Model View Template (MVT) and Model View Controller (MVC). Ensure security and compliance through PKI and OIDC with OAuth 2.0 implementation. Automation: Unit Testing, API Testing and drive automation coverage through TDD Qualifications: At least 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Python and web frameworks. Strong understanding of Front End technologies including Vue.js, CSS, and HTML. Proven experience with databases and SQL, along with a solid grasp of data analysis and mathematics. Familiarity with cloud services, particularly AWS, and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform. Hands-on experience with Docker and serverless architectures. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and leadership abilities, with a knack for mentoring team members. Essential Skills: Agile experience: prior experience and strong working knowledge in Agile methodologies and using processes to drive continuous improvement Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools. Ability to identify problems and develop problem statements, research on new technologies and propose proof of concepts with respect to existing business and new business Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from business and technical staff Ability to adjust to rapidly changing requirements and timelines Preferred Skills: Experience with Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) and Server Side templating languages. Advanced knowledge of AWS services and architecture best practices. Familiarity with design patterns and software architecture principles.
SharePoint/Office 365 Developer - 6 Month Contract
RedCat Solutions
12/03/2026
Contractor
SharePoint/Office 365 Developer - 6 Month Contract £415 per day (Umbrella) | London | Hybrid (3 days onsite) We are seeking a skilled SharePoint/Office 365 Developer to join a forward-thinking development team on an initial 6-month contract . The successful candidate will work on Office 365 and SharePoint projects, supporting strategic adoption across the organisation and contributing to best practices, development processes, and Agile delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop Office 365 tools , including SharePoint Online (PowerApps, Power Automate, SPFX, or ReactJS). Work closely with the development and architecture teams to establish best practices for SharePoint/Office 365. Lead and contribute to technical and design workshops within the team. Conduct code reviews to improve team skills and maintain coding standards. Participate in planning, estimating, and rollout of new tools and applications. Enhance performance, scalability, and security during design and implementation phases. Follow Change Management Control procedures and produce maintenance reports for all environments. Support Disaster Recovery configuration for SharePoint/Office 365 environments. Liaise with Audit, Compliance, and IT support teams to ensure systems meet organizational and regulatory standards. Manage permissions, access control, and governance policies for SharePoint/Office 365 environments. Key Skills & Experience Hands-on experience with SharePoint Online , PowerApps, Power Automate, SPFX, or ReactJS. Proficiency in CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5 . Solid knowledge of REST API and Graph API . Experience with SQL Server (T-SQL) and/or Oracle (PL/SQL) for database querying and analysis. Understanding of Office 365 environments and DevOps practices . Strong problem-solving skills , quality-focused, and self-motivated. Excellent communication skills , able to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Experience Exposure to ASP.NET, C#, or other web development technologies . Experience in Agile delivery, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools . Contract Details Contract Length: 6 months Day Rate: £415 per day Payment: Via umbrella company Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to strategic SharePoint/Office 365 initiatives within a large-scale, dynamic development environment.
Embedded Software Engineer
YT Technologies Worcester, Worcestershire
12/03/2026
Full time
YT Tech is representing a high-growth Safety-Critical Technology firm that designs systems used globally in healthcare and high-security infrastructure. Joining a collaborative R&D function, you will be responsible for the development and optimisation of software across a range of RTOS and Embedded Linux platforms. You will design real-time software capable of processing complex sensor data to ensure 24/7 reliability in mission-critical environments. Key Responsibilities Real-Time Systems: Architect and implement firmware using RTOS (FreeRTOS/Zephyr) for high-precision data acquisition. Linux Integration: Build and maintain Embedded Linux distributions (Yocto/Buildroot) to support sophisticated application layers. Connectivity: Design robust IoT communication stacks using MQTT, BLE, and Wi-Fi for secure cloud-connected devices. Hardware/Software Interface: Work at the driver level to optimise sensor performance and hardware-software synchronisation. Lifecycle Ownership: Drive the full SDLC within an Agile framework, ensuring all code meets rigorous safety and quality standards. Must-Have Features: C++ Mastery: Commercial experience with modern C++ in an embedded environment. OS Experience: A strong background in both RTOS and Embedded Linux. IoT Protocols: Proven track record of shipping connected products. Low-Level Knowledge: Experience with ARM Cortex-M or similar architectures. Nice to have's Experience with signal processing or sensor fusion algorithms. Previous work within regulated industries (e.g., Medical, Defense, or Industrial Automation). If interested, and you match the criteria above, please apply with your most revent CV and I will be in touch to discuss further. Unfortunately sponsorship is not on offer for this role