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Platform Engineer with key skills in AWS, Kubernetes, Docker and back end services (Python, node, Go etc) is sought on a remote basis by a high growth FinTech. Working at the forefront of B2B Saas financial security this Platform Engineer will be working with a close-knit technical team to monitor, manage and improve business critical applications and infrastructure with the aim of facilitating improvements in application deployment & scalability. This role would suit a DevOps or Platform Engineer with a solid background in software engineering and infrastructure who can bring experience working with the latest automation and config management tooling to create a fully automated deployment environment. In return this Platform Engineer can expect a dynamic, engaging, R&D driven culture with extensive progression opportunities and the chance to own the platform functionality of this high growth business. This Platform Engineer should have most of the following key skills: - Strong experience in owning scalability ideally within a product lead environment - Solid back end services experience - Go, Python, node etc) - IAC experience - Terraform, Ansible, Redhat etc - AWS exposure - Strong containerization experience - Docker, Kubernetes - Basic VM management experience - Experience delivering new tooling for infrastructures - Rational database exposure - Postgres, MySQL etc - An agile, flexible personality who feels comfortable working in a fast paced environment This Platform Engineer will receive - Base salary of up to £100,000 - Long term remote working (one day a month on site max) - Generous equity stake with a clear business exit strategy - Bonus scheme - Private healthcare - Flexible working hours - Clear progression and personal development opportunities - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Private pension - Regular salary reviews So if you are a Platform Engineer and like the idea of joining a market leading company that offers excellent project ownership skills within a collaborative, autonomous environment please apply now to be considered. Platform Engineer Remote Linux, Java, Python, MongoDB, Postgres, automation, node, infrastructure, Kubernetes, ansible, AWS, Terraform, ansible

Senior Data Engineer Hybrid-working (Manchester + Home-based) c£60,000 to £75,000 per year (DOE) Plus an excellent company benefits package (including Private Healthcare, Bonuses, Professional Accreditations and Subscriptions, 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, etc.) The Opportunity: We are supporting a leading IT Consultancy operating at the forefront of digital services and transformation across the UK public sector are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering modern, scalable data platforms that support critical national services. Working within collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams, you will take ownership of end-to-end data engineering delivery across greenfield and transformation initiatives. You will influence technical direction, guide engineering best practice, and support the development of high-quality, robust data services that operate at enterprise scale. You will be consulting across modern cloud ecosystems and data technologies, with opportunities to deepen expertise in Python, SQL, cloud-native data tooling, orchestration platforms and streaming technologies across AWS, Azure and GCP. Skills and Experience: Proven experience delivering production-grade data engineering solutions within complex environments Strong Python skills for building, testing and operating scalable data pipelines Experience working with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure or GCP) Strong SQL expertise and experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or Microsoft SQL Server Experience working with NoSQL technologies such as DynamoDB, MongoDB or similar Hands-on Kafka (or equivalent streaming) and workflow orchestration (Airflow) experience Strong understanding of data architecture patterns including data lakes, warehouses and event-driven architectures Experience of consulting across Agile delivery environments, implementing data quality, validation and monitoring frameworks Role and Responsibilities: Lead the design, build and delivery of data platforms and services across the full engineering life cycle Own technical delivery of data pipelines, models and platform components, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable and maintainable Design, develop and deploy ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform and optimise large-scale datasets Build and operate event-driven architectures (Kafka) and orchestrate workflows (Airflow) Apply strong data architecture principles across data lakes, warehouses and event-driven solutions Develop and maintain streaming pipelines using technologies such as Kafka Implement monitoring and observability solutions using tooling such as Prometheus and Grafana Ensure data quality, validation and governance processes are built into engineering workflows Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and stakeholders (client-facing), translating business requirements into robust engineering solutions Support delivery planning activities, including estimation, risk identification and dependency management Mentor and support other engineers, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and engineering excellence Applications: Please contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?

Subject - Technical Lead - Full Stack - AWS - Microservices - East Kilbride/Hybrid (4 DPW On-Site) - £50-60K Per Annum Job Title: Engineering Technical Lead Location: East Kilbride Salary: £50-60K Per Annum Benefits: Discretionary bonus, healthcare, pension, life assurance, hybrid working, career development, and regular team events The Client: We're partnering with a well-established, product-led technology business delivering large-scale, high-impact software solutions used across the UK. Their platforms process billions of transactions annually and support critical, real-world systems used by millions of people every day. With a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer delivery, they are continuing to invest in modern, cloud-native technologies and are expanding their engineering capability to support new product development and market growth. The Candidate: This role would suit a highly capable full-stack engineer who enjoys working across the entire technology stack and taking ownership of end-to-end solutions. You will be technically strong and comfortable leading from the front, mentoring others, and influencing technical direction. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges while driving best practices across a team. The Role: This is a hands-on Engineering Technical Lead position, where you will play a key role in designing and delivering modern, cloud-native applications. You will work across a cutting-edge stack, including TypeScript and AWS (CDK), within a microservices architecture, contributing to both Back End services and Front End applications. Alongside development, you will provide technical leadership, helping to shape architecture, improve engineering standards, and support the growth of the wider team. Key Duties: Lead by example through hands-on development and problem solving. Drive architectural and technical decisions across projects. Build and deliver scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions. Develop and maintain systems using TypeScript and AWS (CDK). Champion best practices in code quality, testing, and security. Mentor and support engineers, contributing to team development. Collaborate with Product, Architecture, and DevOps teams. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Ensure systems are designed for scalability, resilience, and observability. Requirements: Strong experience as a full-stack developer (not purely Front End or Back End). Proven expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript. Experience delivering solutions in AWS, ideally using AWS CDK. Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD practices. Experience working with microservices architectures. Ability to design and build secure, scalable, and resilient systems. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices. Experience mentoring or supporting other developers. Comfortable working in Agile environments. Nice to have: (not essential) Experience working within payments or regulated environments. Exposure to banking or financial systems. Experience managing or working with third-party suppliers or offshore teams. To apply for this Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Job Title: AI Software Engineer Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire/Hybrid Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + benefits Why Apply? A technology-led organisation is building a genuinely AI-native capability, embedding artificial intelligence into its products, platforms, and long-term strategy. This permanent, Full time Software Engineer (AI Focus) role offers the opportunity to build robust, scalable systems that integrate AI into real-world applications, not just proofs of concept. Software Engineer (AI Focus) Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable Back End systems and services Contribute to the development and evolution of a production-grade AI platform Build and integrate AI-powered features such as LLM-driven services, RAG pipelines, and agent-based workflows into core systems Apply modern software engineering best practices (clean code, testing, CI/CD, observability) to all solutions Develop internal tools and platforms to improve developer productivity and system efficiency Collaborate closely with product, data, and platform teams to deliver high-quality features Evaluate and adopt emerging tools, frameworks, and technologies where they add clear value Support the adoption of AI capabilities across the wider engineering ecosystem Software Engineer (AI Focus) Requirements Essential: Strong software engineering experience building and maintaining production systems Solid understanding of system design, scalability, and performance considerations Experience developing Back End services and APIs in modern tech stacks Exposure to, or strong interest in, AI technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs), including API integrations or prompt-based workflows Proficiency in at least two modern programming languages Experience with version control, testing practices, and CI/CD pipelines Strong collaboration skills and experience working in cross-functional teams Desirable: Experience integrating AI into production systems (eg chat interfaces, automation, intelligent search) Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, or embeddings Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) Awareness of emerging AI tooling (eg MCP, A2A, Threads or similar) Open-source contributions or side projects, particularly involving scalable systems or AI This role is best suited to software engineers who enjoy building reliable, scalable systems and are interested in applying AI to enhance real-world products and platforms. What's in it for me? Permanent, Full time Software Engineer (AI Focus) role Competitive salary (£70,000 - £90,000) Hybrid working model with remote flexibility Private healthcare Professional development and funded learning Opportunity to work on modern, AI-enabled systems at scale Clear progression within a growing engineering function This role offers a strong opportunity to shape how AI is Embedded within a modern, technology-led organisation. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Head of AI and Innovation Recruiting for an organisation investing significantly in AI and innovation as a key driver of their future. In order to achieve their goals, they re creating an innovation function with the autonomy and sponsorship to challenge the current products and services. As Head of AI & Innovation, you ll be entrusted with building and leading this capability from the ground up. You ll operate with senior-level backing to experiment and explore ideas outside of the existing product or technology roadmaps. This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands both technology and commercial impact and can turn bold thinking into tangible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define how AI should be applied across the existing products and services, balancing long-term ambition with short-term experimentation and delivery Explore concepts, test assumptions and convert ideas into working prototypes and MVPs that can be validated with real users and stakeholders Investigate emerging technologies and approaches, from LLM driven capabilities to advanced analytics, ultimately resulting in new ways of differentiating the existing offerings Improve how the business operates through identifying opportunities where AI can remove friction, automate workflows and improve decision-making across internal teams Embed AI practices around data usage, model behaviour, transparency and compliance. Ensuring innovation is matched with trust Work closely with executive leadership to shape priorities, communicate progress and ensure AI initiatives remain aligned with business strategy Recruit, mentor and lead a small group of highly capable Principal Software Engineers, creating an environment that rewards curiosity, pace, and quality Key Skills Proven Innovator who has successfully introduced new technologies and approaches into an established technology organisation and understands how to navigate both opportunity and resistance Hands-on experience designing, building and deploying AI-powered solutions, including LLM based systems Have clear judgement and ability to communicate where AI adds value A solid background in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure with experience delivering scalable, production grade solutions Commercially minded individual who is comfortable translating complex technical ideas into clear business outcomes for senior, non-technical stakeholders Experience leading technical teams and influencing across product, engineering and operations without relying on formal authority A track record of delivery, moving from ideation to real-world impact, including how new AI features will be utilised by customers Must possess experience working with innovative or disruptive technologies

Head of AI and Innovation Recruiting for an organisation investing significantly in AI and innovation as a key driver of their future. In order to achieve their goals, they re creating an innovation function with the autonomy and sponsorship to challenge the current products and services. As Head of AI & Innovation, you ll be entrusted with building and leading this capability from the ground up. You ll operate with senior-level backing to experiment and explore ideas outside of the existing product or technology roadmaps. This role is for someone who thrives in ambiguity, understands both technology and commercial impact and can turn bold thinking into tangible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Define how AI should be applied across the existing products and services, balancing long-term ambition with short-term experimentation and delivery Explore concepts, test assumptions and convert ideas into working prototypes and MVPs that can be validated with real users and stakeholders Investigate emerging technologies and approaches, from LLM driven capabilities to advanced analytics, ultimately resulting in new ways of differentiating the existing offerings Improve how the business operates through identifying opportunities where AI can remove friction, automate workflows and improve decision-making across internal teams Embed AI practices around data usage, model behaviour, transparency and compliance. Ensuring innovation is matched with trust Work closely with executive leadership to shape priorities, communicate progress and ensure AI initiatives remain aligned with business strategy Recruit, mentor and lead a small group of highly capable Principal Software Engineers, creating an environment that rewards curiosity, pace, and quality Key Skills Proven Innovator who has successfully introduced new technologies and approaches into an established technology organisation and understands how to navigate both opportunity and resistance Hands-on experience designing, building and deploying AI-powered solutions, including LLM based systems Have clear judgement and ability to communicate where AI adds value A solid background in cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure with experience delivering scalable, production grade solutions Commercially minded individual who is comfortable translating complex technical ideas into clear business outcomes for senior, non-technical stakeholders Experience leading technical teams and influencing across product, engineering and operations without relying on formal authority A track record of delivery, moving from ideation to real-world impact, including how new AI features will be utilised by customers Must possess experience working with innovative or disruptive technologies

Senior Agile Delivery Manager 12-month Contract - Inside IR35 - up to 600 per day Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham based (must be local to one of these offices) - Hybrid working - 3 days office based Previous experience working on government projects highly desirable Role Context The client is forming a new software engineering team to address a defined backlog of 20-30 items focused on service security, testability, resilience and recoverability. This role is not a coordination-only delivery role. We require a highly experienced Delivery Manager who can operate immediately and sustainably in a hands-on Scrum Master / agile delivery capacity, working directly with engineers on day-to-day delivery. You will work closely with a Senior Technical Business Analyst and Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable before and during active sprint delivery. Core Purpose The Senior Agile Delivery Manager is a technical delivery leader responsible for the hands-on delivery of software within a modern engineering environment. You will: Lead agile ceremonies, Actively manage delivery risks and dependencies, Influence and engage senior stakeholders, and Enable engineering teams to deliver high-quality software outcomes. Recent, applied experience leading software development teams is essential. Statements of capability or aspiration without evidence will not be considered sufficient. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team on a day-to-day basis. Lead sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Actively remove delivery blockers and manage scope, flow and prioritisation. Maintain delivery momentum across a sustained period of active build work. Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work directly with software developers, testers and DevOps engineers. Understand and manage delivery within modern software engineering lifecycles. Engage confidently with technical discussions and trade-offs. Support delivery across complex technical concerns (e.g. resilience, security, recoverability). Senior Stakeholder Influence Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Provide clear, evidence-based delivery reporting. Build trust through consistent delivery performance and transparency. Planning, Coordination & Reporting Maintain and refine prioritised backlogs with Product Managers and technical leads. Proactively manage risks, issues and cross-team dependencies. Use Jira effectively for planning, tracking and reporting at team and initiative level. Complete delivery-related governance and change activity (e.g. ServiceNow). Essential Skills & Experience (Mandatory) Recent, hands-on agile delivery experience with software development teams Operating as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager in active software build Delivery within modern engineering environments, including: o Version control (e.g. Git) o CI/CD pipelines o Cloud-native or platform-based services Strong senior stakeholder engagement and influence Practical experience managing delivery risks, dependencies and complex backlogs High proficiency in Jira (team and programme level) SFIA Level 6 capability demonstrated through applied experience, not role titles Technical Environment (Experience Required) The successful candidate will have worked recently and directly with engineering teams using technologies and practices such as: Cloud platforms (e.g. Azure and/or AWS) as part of software delivery, not migration only Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices Automated testing and quality practices Secure, resilient digital services Desirable Experience Experience with platform engineering or data engineering teams Previous experience working within UK government digital services Use of ServiceNow for delivery/change processes 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.

Senior Technical Business Analyst 12-month Contract - Inside IR35 - up to 650 per day Leeds, Newcastle or Birmingham based (need to be local to one of these offices)- hybrid working - 3 days office based Previous experience working on government projects highly desirable Role Purpose We are seeking a Senior Technical Business Analyst with recent, hands-on experience working directly with software development teams to help shape and deliver shared technical capabilities and enablers. This is a highly technical BA role. You will operate at SFIA Level 5 (Ensure & Advise), working alongside engineers, architects, DevOps and platform teams to turn loosely defined technical epics into delivery ready user stories. This is not a task taking role. The successful candidate will bring structure to ambiguity, challenge constructively, and actively shape technical solutions. Key Responsibilities Technical Analysis & Delivery Analyse complex technical and business processes across software, DevOps, security, resilience and platform domains Take ownership of epics and poorly defined backlog items, refining them into delivery-ready features and user stories Define scope, assumptions, constraints, risks and dependencies across multiple technical initiatives Ensure stories meet Definition of Ready and provide continuous clarification during build and test Collaboration with Engineering Teams (Essential) Work day-to-day with software engineers, DevOps engineers, architects and testers Facilitate technical design discussions and ensure shared understanding of requirements and proposed solutions Translate complex technical concepts so they are understood by both technical and non-technical stakeholders Actively challenge implementation approaches where required, based on user, operational and technical outcomes Discovery, PoC & Early-Phase Work Support discovery and proof-of-concept activities, including: o shaping hypotheses o defining success measures o identifying technical risks and assumptions Contribute to value cases, benefits mapping, and outcome-based metrics Stakeholder Engagement Engage confidently with Product Managers, senior engineers, architects, delivery managers and business stakeholders Balance stakeholder needs with technical feasibility and delivery constraints Operate effectively across multiple initiatives, managing frequent context switching Essential Skills & Experience 1. Recent Technical BA Experience Recent experience working directly with software development teams Clear examples of: o technical user stories written o outcomes delivered (not just responsibilities) o systems or platforms worked on 2. Technical Awareness & Breadth You do not need to be an engineer, but you must understand technical concepts and vocabulary. Experience should include exposure to some of the following: Cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure) CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitLab, Jenkins) Containers & orchestration (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) APIs and service-based architectures DevOps ways of working Non-functional requirements (security, resilience, recoverability, testability) 3. Agile & Lean Delivery Strong Agile mindset with experience working in Scrum / Kanban teams Lean, outcome-focused approach to requirements and scope Comfortable working with ambiguity and evolving technical landscapes 4. Breadth of Experience Demonstrated experience across multiple systems, teams or technical domains Desirable Experience Previous experience within UK Government or large, complex enterprises Experience shaping backlogs for newly formed engineering teams Exposure to security, platform or shared services environments 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.

Contract Full-Stack JavaScript Developer - Node & Angular 6 month contract (extensions likely) £400 per day - Inside IR35 60% Hybrid in Newcastle Opus is supporting a major migration programme for a UK Government department , delivered via a leading consultancy. This programme supports mission critical services dealing with high user volumes, sensitive data, and complex business processes. We're hiring Node.js & Angular Engineers to play a key role in Front End modernisation and service delivery. What You'll Be Doing Supporting and delivering a large scale Angular migration Building Front End applications using Angular & TypeScript Developing Back End services with Node.js & Express Writing test driven code ( Jest ) Working within CI/CD pipelines Improving automation and Front End standards Ensuring accessibility and WCAG compliance Contributing to architecture and best practice across teams Required Experience Strong experience with Angular (priority) Node.js & Express TypeScript TDD and automated testing CI/CD experience Experience working on large, complex digital platforms Agile delivery experience Nice to Have Kubernetes or containerisation exposure (Docker) Cloud experience ( AWS or Azure ) Public sector/government projects SQL/NoSQL databases, Redis SC eligibility (not mandatory) Apply now or reach out to discuss contract details and team fit.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Workspace ONE Engineer to work a contract until the end of the year in either London, Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow, York, or Norwich, working 2-3 days per week on-site. Description Working alongside Technical Architects and Principal Engineers, you'll design, maintain and upgrade our client's infrastructure, tackling challenges head on and ensuring seamless service delivery. Support existing Workspace ONE customers with troubleshooting, upgrades and general questions. Research, evaluate, and recommend new or upgraded hardware/software to ensure proper operation and performance for customers. Work with vendors for product enhancement announcements and other issues. Utilize basic network skills to help in solving customer UEM issues. Be able to identify, access, and use resources for troubleshooting (Internet, webinars, etc.). Estimate appropriate project deliverables as requested. Accurately determine resource requirements for a particular project/task. Test, validate, and deploy policies and configurations to endpoints Maintain documentation, knowledge articles, and operating procedures Manage ticket escalations supporting our endpoint technology stack Creating and following device and software life cycle policies Minimize system policies and agent-based footprint on a corporate device Maintaining a software service catalog (enterprise App store) Provide input and manage a corporate patching policy Skills and experience Minimum 4 years of experience managing an MDM/EMM solution and SaaS based platforms Strong understanding of security and device hardening, especially with mobile devices such as phones and tablets Strong experience managing and administering of Android and iOS devices with Workspace ONE Highly developed written and verbal communication. Strong attention to detail, goal-oriented. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities. Ability to work independently. Experience implementing planned changes to infrastructure Understanding of Windows 11 and macOS device management Experience of supporting infrastructure services for 10000+ users Experience in IaaS/PaaS Compute such as AWS, GCP or Azure If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team At Blue Light Card, we're on a mission to support our millions of members with meaningful digital experiences. We have recently undertaken a replatforming transformation, setting the foundations to tackle exciting greenfield projects and further enhance the experience for our members. With plenty of opportunities ahead, we're looking for talented engineers who are eager to make an impact. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, we partner closely with the Product team in an agile squad structure, focusing on key outcomes such as share of wallet, personalisation, member growth & engagement, and platform evolution. What You'll Do Drive improvements through experimentation and A/B testing to ensure our application remains technologically relevant Take full ownership of your domain, contributing your expertise to foster a collaborative and innovative team culture Task delivery and solution design for mid-sized features and engineering problems, consistently questioning choices to actively contribute to continuous delivery and improvement Proactively share the benefits of your experience with the team, nurturing them and acting as a mentor to junior engineers Actively demonstrate resourcefulness and problem-solving skills Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a continuous delivery pipeline, ensuring efficient and reliable software delivery What You'll Bring Extensive experience in our modern technology stack which includes React, Node.js and Typescript Experience with the AWS services such as Amazon Cognito, DynamoDB Lambda, S3, Eventbridge, AppSync, API Gateway and SQS Experience using Serverless stack to build and deploy serverless applications into AWS cloud Exceptional communication skills within the team and across technical and non-technical stakeholders A passion for mentoring junior engineer, sharing knowledge, and cultivating a collaborative learning environment Flexible and adaptable problem-solving skills, capable of adjusting strategies in response to changing priorities and evolving business needs Proactive approach to seeking opportunities for process improvement, leveraging feedback loops to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes Ability to thrive in complex and ambiguous situations, navigating uncertainties and turning challenges into opportunities Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team, we aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours Free parking and EV charging onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. Monthly Light's Up and The Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Company funded private medical insurance Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Salary: £73,000 - £80,000 GBP Location: Cambridge, UK Contract: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week. Join our team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment and utilise your skills to make a real difference! As a full-stack web developer, you'll be adept and thrive in creating cutting-edge eLearning solutions with Typescript and ReactJS. Collaborate with a talented team of professionals to develop software that fits the unique business demands. By contributing to our platforms, you'll elevate our customers' experiences in meaningful ways. Take the opportunity to mentor up to two software engineers, nurturing their growth while propelling your own career forward within this organisation and innovate. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Proactively lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles, best practices and guidance within the English Engineering team. Actively develop and maintain complex, feature-rich web services and applications with different technologies but primarily Typescript. Design and develop solutions that maximize the use of our Amazon AWS partner agreement. Participate and lead paired programming activities. Engage, participate and lead in the code review process with a focus to ensure the highest quality of code is produced. Demonstrate agile development practices. Closely work within a cross-functional team including design, UX, Architects, Developers, QA, Product owners and Business stakeholders. Ensure all software produced is robust by contributing to a testing strategy. Participate as a lead member in the requirements gathering process focusing on technical requirements and generating requirements from a product vision. Advise and collaborate with other Lead Software Engineers and Engineering management to help develop and maintain our data products. About you 7+ years' or relative experience in full-stack development. JavaScript/Typescript is preferred but Python and Java are also desirable. A strong understanding of coding best practices, frameworks, code architecture, object orientation and new arising technologies. Experience in Agile development teams whether it be Scrum, Scrumban, Kanban or a scaled agile frameworks. Proactive and ability to think flexibly and quickly. Ability to research and learn new technologies and understand technical specifications. Natural problem solver. Good team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay open-minded, listen and learn from feedback across the business to enable continuous improvement and engineering excellence. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 13th April. Interviews will take place during the campaign and it will be closed then successful person is met in this time. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Lead Software Engineer - UK.pdf (115.86 KB)

Senior Agile Delivery Manager Location: Newcastle, Leeds, or Birmingham (Minimum 60% Office Attendance Required) Role Overview The Senior Agile Delivery Manager is a technical delivery leader responsible for the hands-on delivery of software within a modern engineering environment. This is not a purely administrative role; you will be embedded with engineering teams, navigating technical trade-offs, and driving the end-to-back software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities 1. Hands-on Agile Delivery Team Leadership: Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for software engineering teams on a day-to-day basis. Ceremony Management: Lead high-impact sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives. Flow Optimization: Actively remove blockers, manage scope, and maintain delivery momentum across sustained periods of active build. 2. Technical Engagement & Engineering Quality Direct Collaboration: Work alongside developers, testers, and DevOps engineers to manage modern software engineering lifecycles. Technical Fluency: Confidently engage in discussions regarding technical trade-offs, resilience, security, and recoverability. Modern Standards: Drive delivery within environments utilizing CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and cloud-native services. 3. Stakeholder Influence & Governance Strategic Influence: Challenge and guide senior technical and non-technical stakeholders using evidence-based reporting. Transparency: Build trust through consistent performance metrics and radical transparency regarding delivery health. Change Management: Complete delivery-related governance and change activity (e.g., ServiceNow). 4. Planning & Coordination Backlog Management: Refine prioritized backlogs in partnership with Product Managers and Technical Leads. Risk Mitigation: Proactively manage cross-team dependencies and complex risks. Tooling Mastery: Utilize Jira effectively for tracking and reporting at both the team and initiative level. Mandatory Skills & Experience Software Build Experience: Proven track record in active software product delivery (Cloud migrations or CRM implementations alone are insufficient). Engineering Environment: Recent experience working directly with teams using: Cloud platforms ( AWS or Azure ) Infrastructure as Code ( Terraform ) CI/CD tooling and Automated Testing Agile Expertise: Expert-level application of Scrum/Kanban in a "build" rather than "maintenance" context. Stakeholder Management: Experience influencing at the senior leadership level. Complex Problem Solving: Ability to navigate technical concerns like system security and service resilience. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Agile Delivery Manager Location: Newcastle, Leeds, or Birmingham (Minimum 60% Office Attendance Required) Role Overview The Senior Agile Delivery Manager is a technical delivery leader responsible for the hands-on delivery of software within a modern engineering environment. This is not a purely administrative role; you will be embedded with engineering teams, navigating technical trade-offs, and driving the end-to-back software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities 1. Hands-on Agile Delivery Team Leadership: Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for software engineering teams on a day-to-day basis. Ceremony Management: Lead high-impact sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives. Flow Optimization: Actively remove blockers, manage scope, and maintain delivery momentum across sustained periods of active build. 2. Technical Engagement & Engineering Quality Direct Collaboration: Work alongside developers, testers, and DevOps engineers to manage modern software engineering lifecycles. Technical Fluency: Confidently engage in discussions regarding technical trade-offs, resilience, security, and recoverability. Modern Standards: Drive delivery within environments utilizing CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and cloud-native services. 3. Stakeholder Influence & Governance Strategic Influence: Challenge and guide senior technical and non-technical stakeholders using evidence-based reporting. Transparency: Build trust through consistent performance metrics and radical transparency regarding delivery health. Change Management: Complete delivery-related governance and change activity (e.g., ServiceNow). 4. Planning & Coordination Backlog Management: Refine prioritized backlogs in partnership with Product Managers and Technical Leads. Risk Mitigation: Proactively manage cross-team dependencies and complex risks. Tooling Mastery: Utilize Jira effectively for tracking and reporting at both the team and initiative level. Mandatory Skills & Experience Software Build Experience: Proven track record in active software product delivery (Cloud migrations or CRM implementations alone are insufficient). Engineering Environment: Recent experience working directly with teams using: Cloud platforms ( AWS or Azure ) Infrastructure as Code ( Terraform ) CI/CD tooling and Automated Testing Agile Expertise: Expert-level application of Scrum/Kanban in a "build" rather than "maintenance" context. Stakeholder Management: Experience influencing at the senior leadership level. Complex Problem Solving: Ability to navigate technical concerns like system security and service resilience. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Role : Senior Agile Delivery Manager Duration : 12 months Day rate : (Apply online only) per day ( inside IR35) Locations : Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham On-site : Minimum 60% office attendance (Hybrid) In this role you would join a newly formed software engineering team focused on a defined backlog of 20-30 items around service security, testability, resilience and recoverability . This is very much a hands-on delivery role - not a coordination-only position. What you would be doing Acting as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager for a software engineering team day to day. Leading sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Removing blockers, managing scope, flow and prioritisation to maintain strong delivery momentum. Working closely with engineers, a Senior Technical BA and an Architect to ensure the backlog is technically ready, prioritised and executable. Managing risks, dependencies and complex backlogs, using Jira at both team and initiative level. Providing clear, evidence-based reporting and influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders. Technical environment (you should be comfortable operating in most of these areas): Cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS as part of software product delivery (not migration-only). CI/CD tooling and modern DevOps practices. Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform). Automated testing and quality practices. Secure, resilient digital services. What the client is specifically looking for Recent, hands-on agile delivery with software development teams in active build. Experience acting as a Scrum Master / Delivery Manager embedded with engineers. Practical experience with version control (e.g. Git), CI/CD and cloud-native or platform-based services. Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to challenge and influence at senior level. High proficiency in Jira , plus familiarity with delivery governance tools (e.g. ServiceNow is a bonus). Experience focused only on cloud migrations, Dynamics CRM or purely integration/database projects will not be sufficient unless there is clear, recent evidence of end-to-end software product delivery. Why it might interest you Opportunity to lead delivery in a modern engineering setup where agile ways of working are taken seriously. Clear, technically focused backlog around security, resilience and reliability - not a vague transformation brief. Influential position engaging directly with senior stakeholders on a visible digital initiative. If you are within a realistic commute of Newcastle, Leeds or Birmingham and this aligns with your recent experience, I would be keen to share more details and understand your availability and expectations.

Senior Agile Delivery Manager (Contract) Duration: 12 Months Contract Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate: Up to 600/day via Umbrella + Expenses Location: Leeds, Newcastle or Birmingham (60% Onsite Requirement) Opportunity Overview A large, complex organisation is seeking a Senior Agile Delivery Manager to support the delivery of a newly formed software engineering team. This team will focus on a defined backlog of critical improvements across service security, resilience, testability, and recoverability. This is a hands-on delivery role, not a coordination position. You will operate as an embedded Scrum Master within an active engineering team, working closely with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers to drive high-quality software delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring backlogs are technically ready, prioritised, and executable, working in close partnership with architecture and business analysis functions. Key Responsibilities Agile Delivery (Hands-on) Act as Scrum Master / Delivery Manager within a live software engineering environment Lead core agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives Actively remove blockers and manage delivery flow, scope, and prioritisation Maintain consistent delivery momentum across sustained build activity Software Delivery & Technical Engagement Work closely with engineers across development, testing, and DevOps Operate effectively within modern software delivery lifecycles Engage confidently in technical discussions, trade-offs, and challenges Support delivery across complex areas such as security, resilience, and recoverability Senior Stakeholder Engagement Influence and challenge senior technical and non-technical stakeholders Provide clear, evidence-based reporting on delivery progress Build trust through transparency and consistent performance Planning, Coordination & Governance Collaborate with Product Managers and technical leads to maintain prioritised backlogs Proactively manage risks, issues, and cross-team dependencies Utilise Jira for detailed planning, tracking, and reporting Support governance and change processes where required Essential Skills and Experience Recent, hands-on experience delivering software within agile engineering teams Proven track record operating as a Scrum Master or Delivery Manager in active build environments Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices, including: Version control (e.g. Git) CI/CD pipelines Cloud-native or platform-based architectures Experience working directly with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers Ability to manage complex delivery risks, dependencies, and backlogs Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at a senior level High proficiency in Jira for team and programme-level delivery Demonstrable experience aligned to senior capability (e.g. SFIA Level 6 equivalent) CV evidence must clearly outline delivery outcomes, technical context, and problem-solving approach Technical Environment Cloud platforms (e.g. AWS and/or Azure) within active software delivery environments Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) CI/CD tooling and DevOps practices Automated testing and quality engineering approaches Secure and resilient digital service delivery Desirable Experience Experience working with platform or data engineering teams Exposure to large-scale, regulated or public sector environments Familiarity with service management or change tools (e.g. ServiceNow) Location & Working Pattern Primary locations: Newcastle, Leeds, or Birmingham Minimum 60% on-site presence required Candidates must live within a realistic commuting distance (approximately 90 minutes) for sustained attendance What's on Offer 12-month contract engagement Competitive day rate via umbrella Opportunity to work within a high-impact, delivery-focused engineering environment Exposure to complex, large-scale digital services Application Process For further information or to apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Experience 12+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, Cloud Data Platforms, and Enterprise Analytics solutions, with strong expertise in modern cloud data architectures. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Data Architect with strong expertise in Snowflake on Amazon Web Services and DBT to design, architect, and optimize scalable enterprise data platforms. The role involves defining data platform architecture, governance standards, and scalable data transformation frameworks, while ensuring high performance, security, and cost efficiency. The architect will provide technical leadership to data engineering and analytics teams and ensure the platform supports enterprise reporting, advanced analytics, and AI/ML initiatives. The ideal candidate should also have exposure to AI/ML data platforms and experience in the hospitality domain, supporting systems such as reservations, guest management, and operational analytics. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the architecture and design of enterprise data platforms using Snowflake on AWS. Architect scalable data ingestion frameworks for integrating multiple source systems into the cloud data platform. Design and govern data transformation frameworks using DBT. Define and enforce data modelling standards including dimensional modelling, star schema, and enterprise data models. Lead architecture reviews and solution design discussions for new data initiatives. Optimize Snowflake performance, workload management, and cost governance. Establish data governance frameworks including access control, data security, and compliance standards. Design and support AI/ML-ready data architecture for advanced analytics and predictive modelling. Provide architectural guidance to data engineering, BI, and analytics teams. Design architecture to support data consumption for reporting systems, operational applications, and analytics platforms. Implement automation, orchestration, and scalable pipeline frameworks using tools such as Apache Airflow. Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to align the data platform with enterprise data strategy. Support hospitality analytics use cases, including guest behaviour analysis, booking trends, revenue analytics, and operational reporting. Required Technical Skills Data Platform Strong expertise in Snowflake Deep knowledge of Snowflake architecture, performance tuning, data sharing, security, and workload optimization. Cloud Platform Strong experience with Amazon Web Services, including: S3 IAM AWS Glue Lambda CloudWatch Data Transformation Strong experience with DBT for enterprise-scale data modelling, testing, and transformation pipelines. Programming / Query Strong expertise in SQL for data transformation and performance optimization Python (preferred) for automation and data engineering tasks. Data Engineering Enterprise ETL / ELT pipeline architecture Data warehousing and enterprise data modelling Dimensional modelling (Star Schema, Snowflake Schema) Data pipeline scalability and reliability design. AI / Data Science Exposure Experience supporting AI/ML data pipelines and data preparation for machine learning models. Understanding of predictive analytics, recommendation engines, and customer behaviour analytics. Ability to design AI-ready data platforms for future analytics use cases. Preferred Skills Experience with Apache Airflow for pipeline orchestration. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and Git-based development workflows. Experience with data governance, metadata management, and enterprise data catalog tools. Experience with BI tools such as Tableau Microsoft Power BI. Domain experience in hospitality, travel, or hotel systems, including reservation systems, guest analytics, and operational reporting. Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team At Blue Light Card, we're on a mission to support our millions of members with meaningful digital experiences. We have recently undertaken a replatforming transformation, setting the foundations to tackle exciting greenfield projects and further enhance the experience for our members. With plenty of opportunities ahead, we're looking for talented engineers who are eager to make an impact. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, we partner closely with the Product team in an agile squad structure, focusing on key outcomes such as share of wallet, personalisation, member growth & engagement, and platform evolution. What You'll Do Drive improvements through experimentation and A/B testing to ensure our application remains technologically relevant Take full ownership of your domain, contributing your expertise to foster a collaborative and innovative team culture Task delivery and solution design for mid-sized features and engineering problems, consistently questioning choices to actively contribute to continuous delivery and improvement Proactively share the benefits of your experience with the team, nurturing them and acting as a mentor to junior engineers Actively demonstrate resourcefulness and problem-solving skills Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a continuous delivery pipeline, ensuring efficient and reliable software delivery What You'll Bring Extensive experience in our modern technology stack which includes React, Node.js and Typescript Experience with the AWS services such as Amazon Cognito, DynamoDB Lambda, S3, Eventbridge, AppSync, API Gateway and SQS Experience using Serverless stack to build and deploy serverless applications into AWS cloud Exceptional communication skills within the team and across technical and non-technical stakeholders A passion for mentoring junior engineer, sharing knowledge, and cultivating a collaborative learning environment Flexible and adaptable problem-solving skills, capable of adjusting strategies in response to changing priorities and evolving business needs Proactive approach to seeking opportunities for process improvement, leveraging feedback loops to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes Ability to thrive in complex and ambiguous situations, navigating uncertainties and turning challenges into opportunities Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team, we aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours Free parking and EV charging onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. Monthly Light's Up and The Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Company funded private medical insurance Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team We have an exciting opportunity for a Platform Engineer to join our Engineering team at Blue Light Card. In this role, you'll design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure that supports our engineering teams. You'll drive the adoption of DevOps practices, automate processes, and ensure operational excellence while contributing to our Engineering Community of Practice. Working collaboratively across teams, you'll play a pivotal role in enabling the efficient delivery of high-quality software solutions. You'll also have the chance to innovate by building proof of concepts, troubleshooting complex issues, and influencing our technical direction. This role offers the opportunity to stay hands-on with cutting-edge tools and technologies while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. What You'll Do Automate infrastructure by building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation and developing robust CI/CD pipelines Ensure reliability by implementing monitoring, alerting and logging systems to proactively identify and resolve issues and enhance system reliability and uptime Design scalable solutions by architecting and managing cloud-based infrastructure that meets reliability, security and scalability requirements Collaborate across teams by partnering with stakeholders to align platform solutions with delivery needs and non-functional requirements Support operational excellence by developing and participating in incident response efforts and participating in an on-call rota to ensure seamless system operations Innovate and optimise by evaluating new technologies, improving system performance and implementing cost-efficient solutions to maximise value Enhance security by implementing and monitoring best practices to ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards Drive DevOps practices by advocating for continuous integration, continuous delivery and automation to streamline software delivery and system management What You'll Bring Extensive experience as a platform engineer with AWS services including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, and Lambda, demonstrating strong cloud infrastructure knowledge Proven ability to utilise Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and configuration management tools like Ansible to manage and scale systems effectively Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions to automate build, test, and deployment processes, ensuring efficient workflows Strong expertise in monitoring and logging tools such as Grafana and Datadog to maintain system reliability and performance Familiarity with networking concepts including VPNs, firewalls, DNS, and load balancing to support resilient infrastructure solutions Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash or Python for developing automation solutions and optimising processes A dedication to fostering collaboration, driving continuous improvement, and promoting knowledge sharing across teams Significant experience in agile, fast-paced environments, delivering impactful solutions across marketplace, affiliate, and eCommerce platforms, and consistently contributing to organisational growth and success Our Culture Our members, partners and colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. Our colleagues are integral to helping create the unique experience we deliver, so we're genuinely committed to creating a place where our team love to work, and people want to join. We work as a team and try to have a bit of fun while we do it, and we recognise the importance of culture and the positive impact it can have on performance for you, the team, our organisation and our members. We believe in attracting the best talent no matter where you are, and have a hybrid working model, with colleagues based in London, the East Midlands and around the country. We're also officially recognised as a Top 100 Great Place To Work UK, one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Wellbeing, Top 100 Best Workplaces for Women and recognised as investors in wellbeing by Investors in People. What We Offer Hybrid working 25 days plus public holidays, buy and sell and an additional day off for your birthday A company bonus scheme Great social events e.g., Christmas party, family fun day, summer party, sports matches Learning and development opportunities Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay Company funded private medical insurance Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) Modern office space with onsite gym including access to free HIIT & stretch classes, games area, chill-out areas, book club, and more, when you visit our HQ in Cossington

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team At Blue Light Card, we're opening up multiple opportunities for Full Stack Engineers to join our growing Engineering team. We're committed to building meaningful digital experiences that support millions of frontline workers across the UK. Following our recent replatforming, we've created space for new ideas, greenfield development, and opportunities for engineers who want to genuinely influence the products they build. You'll work within an agile, supportive squad where collaboration is key. Our teams partner closely with Product, Design, and Data to deliver features that enhance personalisation, engagement, and the overall member experience, while giving you room to grow, experiment, and take ownership. What You'll Do Develop high-quality applications across our modern full-stack environment Build new features using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and AWS serverless technologies Contribute to maintaining strong engineering standards, testing practices, and clean code Work collaboratively with Product & Design to refine requirements and deliver predictably Help monitor production systems, resolve issues, and contribute to continuous improvement Participate in agile ceremonies, bringing ideas and insights to help the team evolve Support inclusive decision-making, encouraging diverse perspectives and shared ownership Contribute to our Engineering community through knowledge-sharing and learning sessions What You'll Bring A proven ability to deliver production-ready full-stack applications using modern TypeScript, React, and backend/serverless API patterns Confidence designing, building, and deploying solutions on AWS, including hands-on use of Serverless and Infrastructure-as-Code tooling (e.g., CDK, CloudFormation, SST) Demonstrated autonomy across the full engineering lifecycle, from technical discovery and solution design through to testing, release, and operational support A track record of maintaining high engineering standards, including clean architecture, automated testing, observability, and performance optimisation Ability to break down complex technical challenges, evaluate trade-offs, and make robust engineering decisions - without needing close direction Experience contributing within cross-functional teams, effectively representing engineering considerations to Product, Design, and stakeholders Active engagement in learning and knowledge-sharing, such as pairing, mentoring moments, contributing to documentation, or leading discussions A collaborative, inclusive approach, helping shape team standards, supporting others, and contributing to a positive and high-performing squad culture Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team, we aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours 35 hour working week Free parking and EV charging onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. Monthly Light's Up and The Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Company funded private medical insurance Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders