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Cardiff Metropolitan University Cardiff, UK

The advert: Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student records system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering and shaping this change. As the subject matter expert, you’ll guide the IT technical implementation of the new system, from shaping procurement decisions, through to implementation and delivery. Using your experience, you’ll provide expert guidance and technical oversight across all systems linked to the student record system’s programme of work, whilst creating an architectural framework that supports future innovation and a culture of learning and cohesiveness. Working collaboratively with the Programme Manager and cross functional teams, you’ll ensure the system meets current needs and those of the emerging future. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define non-functional requirements and ensure alignment with business needs. As part of your role, you’ll Lead the technical architecture design including system integration, data models, security protocols, and infrastructure. Provide technical and strategic direction across systems within or integrated with the student records programme. Oversee migration of legacy data, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and adherence to data protection regulations. Produce technical documentation including presentations, reports, High and Low-level architecture documents and other documentation on digital solutions. Take responsibility for team management, development, and well-being, offering initiatives that foster continuous professional growth for themselves and team members. What you’ll bring With demonstrable experience as a Technical Architect overseeing enterprise-level system implementations in complex organisational environments, you’ll bring a proven ability to engage effectively with business representatives and senior stakeholders. You’ll have led the technical aspects of large-scale projects, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement, and possess a solid technical foundation with deep understanding of the systems development life-cycle and the complexities that arise from initial concept through to delivery and support. In addition, you’ll bring Experience leading cross-functional teams or contributing to enterprise-wide IT strategies. Aptitude for problem-solving, with knowledge of problem-solving methodologies. Ability to analyse complex problems, facilitate workshops, and produce clear architectural designs from conceptual to detailed levels. Proven communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University? We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. We offer excellent benefits such as: Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions. Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page. Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities. Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership. Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured. Contact us For more information about the role please contact Hywel Bufton, Head of Digital Services on hrbufton@cardiffmet.ac.uk . All applications must be submitted online. The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

23/12/2025

Full time

The advert: Cardiff Metropolitan University is embarking on an exciting journey to procure and implement a new student records system - an initiative that will shape the future of how we support our students. As part of this transformational programme, we’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering and shaping this change. As the subject matter expert, you’ll guide the IT technical implementation of the new system, from shaping procurement decisions, through to implementation and delivery. Using your experience, you’ll provide expert guidance and technical oversight across all systems linked to the student record system’s programme of work, whilst creating an architectural framework that supports future innovation and a culture of learning and cohesiveness. Working collaboratively with the Programme Manager and cross functional teams, you’ll ensure the system meets current needs and those of the emerging future. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define non-functional requirements and ensure alignment with business needs. As part of your role, you’ll Lead the technical architecture design including system integration, data models, security protocols, and infrastructure. Provide technical and strategic direction across systems within or integrated with the student records programme. Oversee migration of legacy data, ensuring data integrity, minimal disruption, and adherence to data protection regulations. Produce technical documentation including presentations, reports, High and Low-level architecture documents and other documentation on digital solutions. Take responsibility for team management, development, and well-being, offering initiatives that foster continuous professional growth for themselves and team members. What you’ll bring With demonstrable experience as a Technical Architect overseeing enterprise-level system implementations in complex organisational environments, you’ll bring a proven ability to engage effectively with business representatives and senior stakeholders. You’ll have led the technical aspects of large-scale projects, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement, and possess a solid technical foundation with deep understanding of the systems development life-cycle and the complexities that arise from initial concept through to delivery and support. In addition, you’ll bring Experience leading cross-functional teams or contributing to enterprise-wide IT strategies. Aptitude for problem-solving, with knowledge of problem-solving methodologies. Ability to analyse complex problems, facilitate workshops, and produce clear architectural designs from conceptual to detailed levels. Proven communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University? We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. We offer excellent benefits such as: Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions. Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page. Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities. Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership. Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured. Contact us For more information about the role please contact Hywel Bufton, Head of Digital Services on hrbufton@cardiffmet.ac.uk . All applications must be submitted online. The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Associate Director, IT Infrastructure

AskBio Edinburgh, UK

Position Summary We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments. As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management. Job Responsibilities Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners Vendor & Contract Management: Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships Define and monitor service level agreements Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies Review and approve contractor work Manage vendor performance and escalations Security & Compliance: Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits Develop and maintain security compliance documentation Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities Implement security recommendations and remediation plans Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards Participate in security incident response planning Business Continuity: Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure Coordinate and execute DR testing Maintain DR documentation and procedures Develop and maintain business continuity plans Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met Financial Planning & Technical Debt: Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations Identify and track technical debt Create remediation plans for technical debt Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements Key Competencies: Technical: Infrastructure architecture and design Performance optimization Problem-solving and troubleshooting Security best practices Technical documentation Business & Management: Contract negotiation and management Budget planning and control Risk management Audit response and compliance Strategic planning Vendor management Cost-benefit analysis Interpersonal: Strong communication skills Stakeholder management Team collaboration Conflict resolution Customer service orientation Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains Leadership: Technical leadership Project management Mentoring and knowledge transfer Change management Strategic thinking Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by: Infrastructure stability and performance improvements Stakeholder satisfaction levels Project delivery effectiveness Technical problem resolution metrics Team collaboration effectiveness Innovation and process improvements Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies. This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles Experience with high-performance computing environments Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments Strong understanding of storage systems and networking Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Experience with WEKA storage systems Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with infrastructure automation tools Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) ITIL certification Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar) Experience with GxP compliance Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments

18/11/2025

Full time

Position Summary We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments. As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management. Job Responsibilities Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners Vendor & Contract Management: Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships Define and monitor service level agreements Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies Review and approve contractor work Manage vendor performance and escalations Security & Compliance: Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits Develop and maintain security compliance documentation Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities Implement security recommendations and remediation plans Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards Participate in security incident response planning Business Continuity: Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure Coordinate and execute DR testing Maintain DR documentation and procedures Develop and maintain business continuity plans Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met Financial Planning & Technical Debt: Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations Identify and track technical debt Create remediation plans for technical debt Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements Key Competencies: Technical: Infrastructure architecture and design Performance optimization Problem-solving and troubleshooting Security best practices Technical documentation Business & Management: Contract negotiation and management Budget planning and control Risk management Audit response and compliance Strategic planning Vendor management Cost-benefit analysis Interpersonal: Strong communication skills Stakeholder management Team collaboration Conflict resolution Customer service orientation Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains Leadership: Technical leadership Project management Mentoring and knowledge transfer Change management Strategic thinking Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by: Infrastructure stability and performance improvements Stakeholder satisfaction levels Project delivery effectiveness Technical problem resolution metrics Team collaboration effectiveness Innovation and process improvements Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies. This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles Experience with high-performance computing environments Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments Strong understanding of storage systems and networking Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Experience with WEKA storage systems Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with infrastructure automation tools Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) ITIL certification Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar) Experience with GxP compliance Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments

Technical Lead

Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited Liverpool

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.

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.

Lead Network Engineer

Xcede

Lead Network Engineer/Architect (Perm, UK-Based Hybrid) to lead enterprise network design and engineering for a global investment management organisation. This is a technical leadership role comprising 30% team lead/technical governance and 70% hands-on design and architecture. From a technical standpoint, the ideal engineer will have broad but deep knowledge of enterprise network and network security technologies and be able to demonstrate experience in designing end-to-end global solutions encompassing LAN/Campus (wired/wireless), WAN, DC, and perimeter security technologies using vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto and ZScaler. Crucially, these solutions must be delivered with an IaC/code-first approach. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to take a step toward management/leadership at a firm experiencing significant transformation.

04/02/2026

Full time

Lead Network Engineer/Architect (Perm, UK-Based Hybrid) to lead enterprise network design and engineering for a global investment management organisation. This is a technical leadership role comprising 30% team lead/technical governance and 70% hands-on design and architecture. From a technical standpoint, the ideal engineer will have broad but deep knowledge of enterprise network and network security technologies and be able to demonstrate experience in designing end-to-end global solutions encompassing LAN/Campus (wired/wireless), WAN, DC, and perimeter security technologies using vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto and ZScaler. Crucially, these solutions must be delivered with an IaC/code-first approach. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to take a step toward management/leadership at a firm experiencing significant transformation.

Solution Architect - Real Estate, Yardi, Argus, FS

Sanderson Recruitment Plc City, London

Solution Architect/Senior Solution Architect The Solution Architect will lead the design and delivery of technology solutions supporting a large-scale real estate programme, with a particular focus on Yardi and/or ARGUS platforms . The role ensures that investment modelling, asset management, property operations, and financial systems are integrated into a scalable, secure, and future-proof architecture aligned to business strategy. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Solution Design Own end-to-end solution architecture for real estate systems across investment, asset management, finance, and property operations. Design and govern solutions involving Yardi (Property/Asset Management) and ARGUS (Investment Modelling & Valuation) . Define integration patterns between Yardi, ARGUS, ERP, data platforms, reporting tools, and downstream applications. Produce high-quality architecture artefacts (HLDs, LLDs, data flows, integration diagrams, security models). Platform & Integration Lead the design of data flows between ARGUS investment models and Yardi operational and financial systems. Architect APIs, Middleware, ETL pipelines, and event-based integrations where appropriate. Ensure consistent master data management across properties, leases, tenants, and financials. Support cloud and SaaS-based architectural approaches (Azure/AWS preferred). Stakeholder & Delivery Collaboration Partner with Real Estate Asset Managers, Investment Teams, Finance, Property Operations, and Technology Delivery teams . Translate business and regulatory requirements into robust technical designs. Support delivery teams through build, testing, deployment, and post-implementation assurance. Act as the primary architectural point of contact for vendors and system integrators Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Solution Architect on complex enterprise programmes. Hands-on architectural experience with Yardi and/or ARGUS Enterprise . Strong understanding of real estate investment, asset management, and property operations . Experience integrating SaaS platforms with ERP, finance, and data systems. Solid knowledge of API-led architecture, data integration, and system interoperability . Desirable Experience working within REITs, real estate investment firms, or property management organisations . Knowledge of real estate financial concepts (IRR, NPV, cash flows, lease structures). Familiarity with data & analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Snowflake, BigQuery). Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

04/02/2026

Contractor

Solution Architect/Senior Solution Architect The Solution Architect will lead the design and delivery of technology solutions supporting a large-scale real estate programme, with a particular focus on Yardi and/or ARGUS platforms . The role ensures that investment modelling, asset management, property operations, and financial systems are integrated into a scalable, secure, and future-proof architecture aligned to business strategy. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Solution Design Own end-to-end solution architecture for real estate systems across investment, asset management, finance, and property operations. Design and govern solutions involving Yardi (Property/Asset Management) and ARGUS (Investment Modelling & Valuation) . Define integration patterns between Yardi, ARGUS, ERP, data platforms, reporting tools, and downstream applications. Produce high-quality architecture artefacts (HLDs, LLDs, data flows, integration diagrams, security models). Platform & Integration Lead the design of data flows between ARGUS investment models and Yardi operational and financial systems. Architect APIs, Middleware, ETL pipelines, and event-based integrations where appropriate. Ensure consistent master data management across properties, leases, tenants, and financials. Support cloud and SaaS-based architectural approaches (Azure/AWS preferred). Stakeholder & Delivery Collaboration Partner with Real Estate Asset Managers, Investment Teams, Finance, Property Operations, and Technology Delivery teams . Translate business and regulatory requirements into robust technical designs. Support delivery teams through build, testing, deployment, and post-implementation assurance. Act as the primary architectural point of contact for vendors and system integrators Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Solution Architect on complex enterprise programmes. Hands-on architectural experience with Yardi and/or ARGUS Enterprise . Strong understanding of real estate investment, asset management, and property operations . Experience integrating SaaS platforms with ERP, finance, and data systems. Solid knowledge of API-led architecture, data integration, and system interoperability . Desirable Experience working within REITs, real estate investment firms, or property management organisations . Knowledge of real estate financial concepts (IRR, NPV, cash flows, lease structures). Familiarity with data & analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Snowflake, BigQuery). Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Starburst SME - Contract - Hybrid/London - Market rate

Robson Bale Ltd

Starburst SME - Contract - Hybrid/London - Market rate Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end implementation of Starburst (Trino-based) platform from initial setup through production rollout Serve as the Starburst subject matter expert , providing guidance and technical leadership Design and implement scalable query architecture across data lakes, warehouses, and enterprise data sources. Defining, creating, and delivering Data Products. Deploy and configure Starburst Enterprise or Starburst Galaxy, including Trino cluster setup and tuning Integrate multiple data sources ie Snowflake, databases, etc Implement security, authentication, and authorization aligned with enterprise standards Optimize query performance, concurrency, and resource utilization Establish monitoring, alerting, and operational best practices Collaborate with cloud and platform teams to ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability Prepare relevant documentation MUST Have 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics platforms, or distributed systems Solid Hands-on experience with Starburst , Trino, or Presto Strong expertise in SQL and query optimization Experience working with data lakes and DWH Good understanding of data security, and access controls Nice to have Prior experience leading first-time platform implementations Experience migrating to Starburst Familiarity with BI tools and enterprise analytics use cases Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

04/02/2026

Contractor

Starburst SME - Contract - Hybrid/London - Market rate Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end implementation of Starburst (Trino-based) platform from initial setup through production rollout Serve as the Starburst subject matter expert , providing guidance and technical leadership Design and implement scalable query architecture across data lakes, warehouses, and enterprise data sources. Defining, creating, and delivering Data Products. Deploy and configure Starburst Enterprise or Starburst Galaxy, including Trino cluster setup and tuning Integrate multiple data sources ie Snowflake, databases, etc Implement security, authentication, and authorization aligned with enterprise standards Optimize query performance, concurrency, and resource utilization Establish monitoring, alerting, and operational best practices Collaborate with cloud and platform teams to ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability Prepare relevant documentation MUST Have 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics platforms, or distributed systems Solid Hands-on experience with Starburst , Trino, or Presto Strong expertise in SQL and query optimization Experience working with data lakes and DWH Good understanding of data security, and access controls Nice to have Prior experience leading first-time platform implementations Experience migrating to Starburst Familiarity with BI tools and enterprise analytics use cases Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Cloud Print Engineer (Universal Print/PaperCut)

Xpertise

Cloud Print Engineer (Universal Print/PaperCut) - 3-Month Contract - Remote (UK/EU) - ASAP Location: Remote (UK or anywhere in Europe) Contract: 3 months Start: ASAP Rate: Competitive A global organisation is seeking a highly experienced Cloud Print Engineer with strong technical expertise in Microsoft Universal Print, PaperCut MF/Hive, enterprise print Servers, PowerShell automation, and Graph API integrations . This role is fully hands-on and focuses on technical discovery, design, configuration, optimisation, and migration of large-scale print environments into a modern cloud-first architecture. Key Technical Responsibilities Conduct deep technical discovery of print Servers, drivers, queues, naming conventions, protocols (IPP/PCL/PS), and device capabilities. Design and implement cloud-first print solutions using Universal Print and PaperCut MF/Hive . Configure Universal Print connectors, identity-based printing, secure print release, and hybrid print workflows. Automate print migrations and configuration tasks using PowerShell , Graph API , and PaperCut APIs . Assess device compatibility, firmware baselines, and upgrade requirements across HP, Canon, Ricoh, Xerox. Analyse network readiness (VLANs, routing, QoS, segmentation) for cloud printing performance. Produce HLD/LLD designs, configuration documentation, and migration runbooks. Implement secure print standards aligned to Zero Trust, GDPR, and modern authentication (Entra ID/SSO). Build dashboards/monitoring for connector health, print utilisation, error rates, and performance metrics. Troubleshoot complex print issues across Windows, macOS, network devices, and authentication platforms. Essential Skills Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Universal Print and connector configuration. Expertise with PaperCut MF and/or PaperCut Hive . Deep knowledge of enterprise print management: print Servers, drivers (Type 3/4), protocols, PDLs. Advanced PowerShell Scripting and REST/API integration capability. Experience troubleshooting print workflows across Windows and macOS. Solid networking knowledge (DNS, VLANs, routing, QoS, segmentation). Strong understanding of identity-based printing (Entra ID, SSO, card/PIN release). Preferred Microsoft certifications (Universal Print/Endpoint Admin/Identity/Azure Admin). PaperCut Certified Professional. HP/Canon/Ricoh/Xerox technical certifications. ITIL Foundation.

04/02/2026

Contractor

Cloud Print Engineer (Universal Print/PaperCut) - 3-Month Contract - Remote (UK/EU) - ASAP Location: Remote (UK or anywhere in Europe) Contract: 3 months Start: ASAP Rate: Competitive A global organisation is seeking a highly experienced Cloud Print Engineer with strong technical expertise in Microsoft Universal Print, PaperCut MF/Hive, enterprise print Servers, PowerShell automation, and Graph API integrations . This role is fully hands-on and focuses on technical discovery, design, configuration, optimisation, and migration of large-scale print environments into a modern cloud-first architecture. Key Technical Responsibilities Conduct deep technical discovery of print Servers, drivers, queues, naming conventions, protocols (IPP/PCL/PS), and device capabilities. Design and implement cloud-first print solutions using Universal Print and PaperCut MF/Hive . Configure Universal Print connectors, identity-based printing, secure print release, and hybrid print workflows. Automate print migrations and configuration tasks using PowerShell , Graph API , and PaperCut APIs . Assess device compatibility, firmware baselines, and upgrade requirements across HP, Canon, Ricoh, Xerox. Analyse network readiness (VLANs, routing, QoS, segmentation) for cloud printing performance. Produce HLD/LLD designs, configuration documentation, and migration runbooks. Implement secure print standards aligned to Zero Trust, GDPR, and modern authentication (Entra ID/SSO). Build dashboards/monitoring for connector health, print utilisation, error rates, and performance metrics. Troubleshoot complex print issues across Windows, macOS, network devices, and authentication platforms. Essential Skills Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Universal Print and connector configuration. Expertise with PaperCut MF and/or PaperCut Hive . Deep knowledge of enterprise print management: print Servers, drivers (Type 3/4), protocols, PDLs. Advanced PowerShell Scripting and REST/API integration capability. Experience troubleshooting print workflows across Windows and macOS. Solid networking knowledge (DNS, VLANs, routing, QoS, segmentation). Strong understanding of identity-based printing (Entra ID, SSO, card/PIN release). Preferred Microsoft certifications (Universal Print/Endpoint Admin/Identity/Azure Admin). PaperCut Certified Professional. HP/Canon/Ricoh/Xerox technical certifications. ITIL Foundation.

Identity Verification Architect (IDV Architect)

Hays Specialist Recruitment Knutsford, Cheshire

Role Title: Identity Verification Architect (IDV Architect) Location: Knutsford Working Model: Hybrid - 60% Office/40% Remote Contract Duration: 8 months £650 per day Inside IR35 Must be eligible for BPSS Clearance Role Overview The IDV Architect will design a resilient, scalable and secure Identity Verification (IDV) architecture leveraging Microsoft Verified ID, Onfido, and modern authentication patterns. The role focusses on safeguarding user trust, reducing risk across identity journeys, and enabling seamless, secure recovery experiences for customers and colleagues. This individual will lead architectural definition across Proof of Concept, MVP, and full production delivery. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end security and IDV architecture for POC, MVP, and production phases. Define secure user journeys for remote password reset, identity verification, and related authentication flows. Ensure full alignment with enterprise security standards, compliance requirements, and threat modelling outputs. Produce comprehensive architectural deliverables, including: High-Level Designs (HLD) Low-Level Designs (LLD) Architecture patterns Data flow diagrams Integration specifications Provide architectural guidance to engineering teams throughout build, test, and implementation. Validate required security controls, ensuring they are properly implemented and tested. Essential Experience Strong background in IAM, MFA, IDV, and secure authentication flows. Hands-on experience designing solutions using Microsoft Entra, Verified ID, Azure AD B2C/B2B, or equivalent enterprise identity platforms. Knowledge of biometric verification platforms, ideally Onfido. Proven ability to create high-quality architectural documentation. Desirable Experience Experience designing architecture within financial services or other highly regulated environments. Exposure to privacy preserving identity models and decentralised identity. Understanding of DevSecOps, secure CI/CD processes, and API security best practice. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

04/02/2026

Contractor

Role Title: Identity Verification Architect (IDV Architect) Location: Knutsford Working Model: Hybrid - 60% Office/40% Remote Contract Duration: 8 months £650 per day Inside IR35 Must be eligible for BPSS Clearance Role Overview The IDV Architect will design a resilient, scalable and secure Identity Verification (IDV) architecture leveraging Microsoft Verified ID, Onfido, and modern authentication patterns. The role focusses on safeguarding user trust, reducing risk across identity journeys, and enabling seamless, secure recovery experiences for customers and colleagues. This individual will lead architectural definition across Proof of Concept, MVP, and full production delivery. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end security and IDV architecture for POC, MVP, and production phases. Define secure user journeys for remote password reset, identity verification, and related authentication flows. Ensure full alignment with enterprise security standards, compliance requirements, and threat modelling outputs. Produce comprehensive architectural deliverables, including: High-Level Designs (HLD) Low-Level Designs (LLD) Architecture patterns Data flow diagrams Integration specifications Provide architectural guidance to engineering teams throughout build, test, and implementation. Validate required security controls, ensuring they are properly implemented and tested. Essential Experience Strong background in IAM, MFA, IDV, and secure authentication flows. Hands-on experience designing solutions using Microsoft Entra, Verified ID, Azure AD B2C/B2B, or equivalent enterprise identity platforms. Knowledge of biometric verification platforms, ideally Onfido. Proven ability to create high-quality architectural documentation. Desirable Experience Experience designing architecture within financial services or other highly regulated environments. Exposure to privacy preserving identity models and decentralised identity. Understanding of DevSecOps, secure CI/CD processes, and API security best practice. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Head of Applications (Finance Systems)

Mentmore Recruitment

Job title: Head of Finance Applications Team: Finance Applications (SAP S/4HANA) Reporting to: Enterprise Applications Director REQUIREMENTS Expertise in Financial systems and processes Experience of a working in a busy Finance and IT environment Applications development and management TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE Experience in IT Applications - SAP S/4HANA Knowledge of peripheral applications intrinsic to the financial applications eg, payroll, revenue, engineering, payments Understanding of server and networking architecture Role Purpose Lead and manage the Finance Applications team. Provide finance application support and development to the business units on a value adding basis. Act as a trusted technical advisor to the senior business stakeholders. Manage suppliers to support the delivery of Finance applications. Recruiting, developing and managing a team on an ongoing basis. Setting team performance objectives and supporting development plans. Managing their workload on a daily basis through oversight of a helpdesk ticketing tool. PROVIDING FINANCIAL APPLICATION SUPPORT Managing a first line response support desk in line with SLAs Working on projects and programmes as SME. Work with suppliers and internal teams to manage system changes in a robust and compliant manner. Managing the Finance applications through a product life cycle, ensuring compliance with security and audit requirements. Supporting improved business practices and processes through an effective governance framework TRUSTED TECHNICAL ADVISOR Support senior stakeholders in developing strategy and improvement plans for their business areas. Implement a governance framework to review issues, agree and implement best practice solutions. Work with other teams in IT to advise on changes and deliver improvements. Manage supplier delivery to SLAs and contracts, build relationships and review service on a regular basis.

04/02/2026

Full time

Job title: Head of Finance Applications Team: Finance Applications (SAP S/4HANA) Reporting to: Enterprise Applications Director REQUIREMENTS Expertise in Financial systems and processes Experience of a working in a busy Finance and IT environment Applications development and management TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE Experience in IT Applications - SAP S/4HANA Knowledge of peripheral applications intrinsic to the financial applications eg, payroll, revenue, engineering, payments Understanding of server and networking architecture Role Purpose Lead and manage the Finance Applications team. Provide finance application support and development to the business units on a value adding basis. Act as a trusted technical advisor to the senior business stakeholders. Manage suppliers to support the delivery of Finance applications. Recruiting, developing and managing a team on an ongoing basis. Setting team performance objectives and supporting development plans. Managing their workload on a daily basis through oversight of a helpdesk ticketing tool. PROVIDING FINANCIAL APPLICATION SUPPORT Managing a first line response support desk in line with SLAs Working on projects and programmes as SME. Work with suppliers and internal teams to manage system changes in a robust and compliant manner. Managing the Finance applications through a product life cycle, ensuring compliance with security and audit requirements. Supporting improved business practices and processes through an effective governance framework TRUSTED TECHNICAL ADVISOR Support senior stakeholders in developing strategy and improvement plans for their business areas. Implement a governance framework to review issues, agree and implement best practice solutions. Work with other teams in IT to advise on changes and deliver improvements. Manage supplier delivery to SLAs and contracts, build relationships and review service on a regular basis.

Office.js Developer (Outlook)

Oscar Associates Ltd

Office.js Developer (Outlook Add ins) | £500-£550p/day (Inside IR35) | London (Hybrid, 2/3 days in office) | 10 month contract Our client is looking for a experienced Office Add-in Developer (specialising in Outlook/have worked extensively with) to help support add-in solutions within a enterprise scale messaging environments. The focus of the role will be building robust, cross platform Outlook add-ins that perform across Windows, macOS, web and mobile clients. It'll be an exchange landscape that's both on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft 365, where you will collaborate closely with engineering, product and operations teams in an agile delivery model. What you'll be doing: Architecting, developing, and enhancing Outlook add-ins using modern Microsoft frameworks and tools Ensuring add-ins deliver a consistent experience across all Outlook clients, including desktop, browser, and mobile Connecting add-ins to Back End systems, APIs, and identity services such as Microsoft Graph and Azure Active Directory You'll be working closely with product owners, architects, QA, and operations Maintaining compatibility across Exchange on-premises and Exchange Online deployments Producing and maintaining technical documentation, design guidelines, and development standards What we're looking for: You can demonstrate experience delivering Outlook add-ins within enterprise environments Strong hands on skills with Office.js, JavaScript or TypeScript, HTML, and CSS Deep understanding of Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and the behavioral differences between Outlook clients Experience integrating with Microsoft Graph, RESTful APIs, and modern authentication methods (OAuth/Azure AD) Nice to have: Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Git-based version control, and automated testing practices Experience with Azure services such as App Services, Functions, Storage, or Key Vault Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location. Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified If this sounds like a good fit, apply now! Office.js Developer (Outlook Add ins) | £500-£550p/day (Inside IR35) | London (Hybrid, 2/3 days in office) | 10 month contract Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

04/02/2026

Contractor

Office.js Developer (Outlook Add ins) | £500-£550p/day (Inside IR35) | London (Hybrid, 2/3 days in office) | 10 month contract Our client is looking for a experienced Office Add-in Developer (specialising in Outlook/have worked extensively with) to help support add-in solutions within a enterprise scale messaging environments. The focus of the role will be building robust, cross platform Outlook add-ins that perform across Windows, macOS, web and mobile clients. It'll be an exchange landscape that's both on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft 365, where you will collaborate closely with engineering, product and operations teams in an agile delivery model. What you'll be doing: Architecting, developing, and enhancing Outlook add-ins using modern Microsoft frameworks and tools Ensuring add-ins deliver a consistent experience across all Outlook clients, including desktop, browser, and mobile Connecting add-ins to Back End systems, APIs, and identity services such as Microsoft Graph and Azure Active Directory You'll be working closely with product owners, architects, QA, and operations Maintaining compatibility across Exchange on-premises and Exchange Online deployments Producing and maintaining technical documentation, design guidelines, and development standards What we're looking for: You can demonstrate experience delivering Outlook add-ins within enterprise environments Strong hands on skills with Office.js, JavaScript or TypeScript, HTML, and CSS Deep understanding of Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and the behavioral differences between Outlook clients Experience integrating with Microsoft Graph, RESTful APIs, and modern authentication methods (OAuth/Azure AD) Nice to have: Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Git-based version control, and automated testing practices Experience with Azure services such as App Services, Functions, Storage, or Key Vault Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location. Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified If this sounds like a good fit, apply now! Office.js Developer (Outlook Add ins) | £500-£550p/day (Inside IR35) | London (Hybrid, 2/3 days in office) | 10 month contract Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

SC/DV Enterprise Architect

IO Associates

Location: South West (hybrid; travel to client sites as required) Security: Active SC required (must be willing/eligible to progress to DV) Type: Permanent Package: £85,000 - £105,000 Basic, plus bonus and add-ons Overview We're hiring an Enterprise Architect to support complex, security-sensitive programmes. You'll work with senior stakeholders to shape enterprise-level solutions, define target states and roadmaps, and provide hands-on architecture leadership through delivery. You MUST have a strong defence background. Responsibilities Lead enterprise/business/technology architecture across multiple workstreams Produce appropriate architecture deliverables (eg HLDs, operating models, roadmaps, transition states) Facilitate design decision-making and alignment across technical and business stakeholders Guide architecture and modelling activities using recognised frameworks and methods Support governance, design assurance and approval processes Coach/lead small teams of architects and systems engineers, setting priorities and shaping technical scope Essential Strong track record designing and overseeing delivery of complex IT solutions/services in secure environments Expertise tailoring and applying architecture approaches/frameworks such as NAF, UAF, ArchiMate/SysML Broad technical awareness across areas like cloud, identity, secure-by-design, infrastructure & networking, cyber/security controls, service management Confident producing clear architecture views and communicating to mixed audiences (technical + non-technical) Experience with modelling tools (eg Sparx EA, BizzDesign or equivalent) Proven stakeholder management at senior level; able to act as a trusted architecture advisor Desirable Interoperability standards/taxonomies experience (eg FMN, NATO-aligned approaches) Data-centric interoperability/security principles (eg ACP240)

04/02/2026

Full time

Location: South West (hybrid; travel to client sites as required) Security: Active SC required (must be willing/eligible to progress to DV) Type: Permanent Package: £85,000 - £105,000 Basic, plus bonus and add-ons Overview We're hiring an Enterprise Architect to support complex, security-sensitive programmes. You'll work with senior stakeholders to shape enterprise-level solutions, define target states and roadmaps, and provide hands-on architecture leadership through delivery. You MUST have a strong defence background. Responsibilities Lead enterprise/business/technology architecture across multiple workstreams Produce appropriate architecture deliverables (eg HLDs, operating models, roadmaps, transition states) Facilitate design decision-making and alignment across technical and business stakeholders Guide architecture and modelling activities using recognised frameworks and methods Support governance, design assurance and approval processes Coach/lead small teams of architects and systems engineers, setting priorities and shaping technical scope Essential Strong track record designing and overseeing delivery of complex IT solutions/services in secure environments Expertise tailoring and applying architecture approaches/frameworks such as NAF, UAF, ArchiMate/SysML Broad technical awareness across areas like cloud, identity, secure-by-design, infrastructure & networking, cyber/security controls, service management Confident producing clear architecture views and communicating to mixed audiences (technical + non-technical) Experience with modelling tools (eg Sparx EA, BizzDesign or equivalent) Proven stakeholder management at senior level; able to act as a trusted architecture advisor Desirable Interoperability standards/taxonomies experience (eg FMN, NATO-aligned approaches) Data-centric interoperability/security principles (eg ACP240)

SAP Migration ECC6 - S4/HANA

Intuition IT Solutions Ltd

I'm looking for the best people to help HMRC implement a once in a generation transformation - migrating our core tax accounting & administration platform from ECC6 to S/4HANA, rehosting in SAP Sovereign Cloud (Rise), implementing BTP, BW/4, SAC, Joule etc. If you have the skills and experience and the desire to be at the centre of a unique journey, then please apply. We're hiring: SAP Senior Migration Architect A career-defining opportunity to lead one of the largest SAP transformations in the UK Public Sector. HMRC is embarking on a once-in-a-generation programme to migrate our Enterprise Tax Management Platform (ETMP) from ECC6 to S/4HANA - a complex, high-impact transformation at the heart of the UK's tax and payment systems. If you've successfully led S/4HANA migrations before, this is your chance to influence national-scale change. In this role, you will: - Drive delivery of the target enterprise architecture across planning, design and implementation phases - Provide hands-on leadership across the full S/4HANA migration life cycle - Engage senior leaders with clear, concise technical insight - Work across a diverse ecosystem of suppliers, SIs, internal teams and technical specialists - Ensure architectural integrity across a complex, multi-supplier environment - Bring deep SAP expertise across ECC6, S/4HANA, BTP, Integration Suite, Fiori, RISE and cloud hosting models We're seeking someone with a proven track record delivering architecture in large, multi-stakeholder environments - someone who thrives in complexity, communicates with clarity, and leads with confidence.

04/02/2026

Contractor

I'm looking for the best people to help HMRC implement a once in a generation transformation - migrating our core tax accounting & administration platform from ECC6 to S/4HANA, rehosting in SAP Sovereign Cloud (Rise), implementing BTP, BW/4, SAC, Joule etc. If you have the skills and experience and the desire to be at the centre of a unique journey, then please apply. We're hiring: SAP Senior Migration Architect A career-defining opportunity to lead one of the largest SAP transformations in the UK Public Sector. HMRC is embarking on a once-in-a-generation programme to migrate our Enterprise Tax Management Platform (ETMP) from ECC6 to S/4HANA - a complex, high-impact transformation at the heart of the UK's tax and payment systems. If you've successfully led S/4HANA migrations before, this is your chance to influence national-scale change. In this role, you will: - Drive delivery of the target enterprise architecture across planning, design and implementation phases - Provide hands-on leadership across the full S/4HANA migration life cycle - Engage senior leaders with clear, concise technical insight - Work across a diverse ecosystem of suppliers, SIs, internal teams and technical specialists - Ensure architectural integrity across a complex, multi-supplier environment - Bring deep SAP expertise across ECC6, S/4HANA, BTP, Integration Suite, Fiori, RISE and cloud hosting models We're seeking someone with a proven track record delivering architecture in large, multi-stakeholder environments - someone who thrives in complexity, communicates with clarity, and leads with confidence.

Application Architect

Experis IT Croydon, Surrey

Application Architect Duration: 12 Months Location: Croydon/Hybrid- 1 day PW on-site Due to the urgency and sensitivity of the work, active SC Clearance is mandatory . Responsibilities As an Application Architect, you will: Design and lead delivery of scalable, high-performance application architectures Define and apply modern application architecture patterns , including microservices, event-driven architectures, and SOA Support monolith-to-microservices transformation initiatives where required Architect cloud-native applications across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP Design API strategies , integration patterns, and messaging-based solutions Ensure strong alignment with application life cycle management , CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices Work closely with platform and engineering teams to align application design with infrastructure-as-code and platform services Embed application security principles , including authentication, authorisation, secure APIs, and data protection Provide architectural guidance, assurance, and governance across delivery phases Must-Have Skills & Experience Proven experience as an Application Architect or Senior Software Engineer operating at architectural level Strong expertise in designing and delivering scalable, high-performance applications Solid understanding of application architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, SOA) Experience designing cloud-native applications on AWS, Azure, and/or GCP Strong knowledge of API design , integration patterns, and messaging technologies Experience with CI/CD pipelines , DevOps practices, and application life cycle management Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and platform services supporting application deployment Strong grasp of application security principles (authentication, authorisation, secure APIs, data protection) Active SC Clearance Nice-to-Have Skills Experience designing and deploying containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes Hands-on exposure to DevOps tooling for build, test, and release automation Experience working in regulated, enterprise, or large-scale environments Architecture or cloud certifications (eg TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP Solutions Architect ) Familiarity with application monitoring, logging, and observability tools to support reliability and performance All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

04/02/2026

Contractor

Application Architect Duration: 12 Months Location: Croydon/Hybrid- 1 day PW on-site Due to the urgency and sensitivity of the work, active SC Clearance is mandatory . Responsibilities As an Application Architect, you will: Design and lead delivery of scalable, high-performance application architectures Define and apply modern application architecture patterns , including microservices, event-driven architectures, and SOA Support monolith-to-microservices transformation initiatives where required Architect cloud-native applications across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP Design API strategies , integration patterns, and messaging-based solutions Ensure strong alignment with application life cycle management , CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices Work closely with platform and engineering teams to align application design with infrastructure-as-code and platform services Embed application security principles , including authentication, authorisation, secure APIs, and data protection Provide architectural guidance, assurance, and governance across delivery phases Must-Have Skills & Experience Proven experience as an Application Architect or Senior Software Engineer operating at architectural level Strong expertise in designing and delivering scalable, high-performance applications Solid understanding of application architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, SOA) Experience designing cloud-native applications on AWS, Azure, and/or GCP Strong knowledge of API design , integration patterns, and messaging technologies Experience with CI/CD pipelines , DevOps practices, and application life cycle management Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and platform services supporting application deployment Strong grasp of application security principles (authentication, authorisation, secure APIs, data protection) Active SC Clearance Nice-to-Have Skills Experience designing and deploying containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes Hands-on exposure to DevOps tooling for build, test, and release automation Experience working in regulated, enterprise, or large-scale environments Architecture or cloud certifications (eg TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP Solutions Architect ) Familiarity with application monitoring, logging, and observability tools to support reliability and performance All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Python Developer

Incisive Ltd

Our client, a financial services company who are based in London are looking for a strong, hands-on Python Developer with around 4 5 years experience, gained in a serious, production-grade engineering environment. This is a delivery-focused role for someone who can clearly explain how systems are designed and built not just oversee them. you'll work on client-facing applications, cloud infrastructure, and scalable services, with genuine ownership and influence. There is clear scope to step into project leadership and over time, a senior technology leadership role. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Build, enhance, and maintain production-grade Python applications. Develop across Python (primary), plus .NET and JavaScript/TypeScript as required by the business. Own the delivery of client-facing applications, working closely with stakeholders to hit deadlines and quality standards. Design and evolve cloud-based, microservices-driven solutions. Work with containerised deployments (Kubernetes) to improve scalability and reliability. Ensure applications are secure, well-tested, and resilient in production. Collaborate closely with engineers, IT teams, and business stakeholders. Take increasing responsibility for delivery, mentoring, and technical direction. What We re Looking For 4 5 years hands-on Python development experience. Background in a serious engineering environment (enterprise, regulated, or high-availability systems). Strong grasp of application architecture and scalable system design. Real experience building and running cloud-based services. Comfortable discussing technical decisions in depth. Clear communicator with ambition to grow into leadership. Nice to Have Azure experience ETL/data pipeline design experience Financial services or regulated industry exposure Interest in people or project management This is a hybrid role and would want someone to come in to the office (Tue/Wed & Thursday). Please send your CV for an immediate interview.

04/02/2026

Full time

Our client, a financial services company who are based in London are looking for a strong, hands-on Python Developer with around 4 5 years experience, gained in a serious, production-grade engineering environment. This is a delivery-focused role for someone who can clearly explain how systems are designed and built not just oversee them. you'll work on client-facing applications, cloud infrastructure, and scalable services, with genuine ownership and influence. There is clear scope to step into project leadership and over time, a senior technology leadership role. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Build, enhance, and maintain production-grade Python applications. Develop across Python (primary), plus .NET and JavaScript/TypeScript as required by the business. Own the delivery of client-facing applications, working closely with stakeholders to hit deadlines and quality standards. Design and evolve cloud-based, microservices-driven solutions. Work with containerised deployments (Kubernetes) to improve scalability and reliability. Ensure applications are secure, well-tested, and resilient in production. Collaborate closely with engineers, IT teams, and business stakeholders. Take increasing responsibility for delivery, mentoring, and technical direction. What We re Looking For 4 5 years hands-on Python development experience. Background in a serious engineering environment (enterprise, regulated, or high-availability systems). Strong grasp of application architecture and scalable system design. Real experience building and running cloud-based services. Comfortable discussing technical decisions in depth. Clear communicator with ambition to grow into leadership. Nice to Have Azure experience ETL/data pipeline design experience Financial services or regulated industry exposure Interest in people or project management This is a hybrid role and would want someone to come in to the office (Tue/Wed & Thursday). Please send your CV for an immediate interview.

Technical Architect

Hamilton Barnes Luton, Bedfordshire

Technical Architect - 6-Month Contract - Hybrid (Luton) We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect with strong hands-on development and architectural expertise in .NET, Node.js, Sitecore, React/Angular/jQuery, HTML/CSS and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing scalable solutions, guiding development teams, and ensuring best practices across application architecture, security, performance, and CI/CD pipelines. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end application architecture for web and enterprise solutions. Define technical standards, patterns, best practices and guidelines. Create high-level and low-level design documents. Ensure solutions meet scalability, performance, security and maintainability requirements. Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Provide architectural guidance during planning, development, and deployment phases. Lead by example with hands-on coding when required. Develop and review Back End services using .NET (ASP.NET Core) and Node.js. Design and guide Front End development using React/Angular/jQuery, HTML/CSS. Architect and customize Sitecore solutions (content modelling, personalization, integrations). Implement Sitecore integrations with third-party systems and APIs. Define and implement security best practices including encryption, authentication and authorization. Ensure compliance with data governance and regulatory requirements. What You Will Ideally Bring 8-10 years of hands-on experience in enterprise application development. 4+ years of experience in a Technical Architect role. Strong experience with .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core, Web APIs). Strong experience with React/Angular/jQuery, HTML/CSS Hands-on experience with Sitecore CMS (XP/XM preferred). Experience with REST APIs & microservices architecture. Strong understanding of SQL Server/NoSQL databases. Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS). Experience in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead architectural reviews and mentor development teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Contract Details Duration: 6 months (with potential extension) Day Rate: Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Luton - Hybrid (3 days onsite per week) Start Date: ASAP

04/02/2026

Contractor

Technical Architect - 6-Month Contract - Hybrid (Luton) We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect with strong hands-on development and architectural expertise in .NET, Node.js, Sitecore, React/Angular/jQuery, HTML/CSS and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing scalable solutions, guiding development teams, and ensuring best practices across application architecture, security, performance, and CI/CD pipelines. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end application architecture for web and enterprise solutions. Define technical standards, patterns, best practices and guidelines. Create high-level and low-level design documents. Ensure solutions meet scalability, performance, security and maintainability requirements. Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Provide architectural guidance during planning, development, and deployment phases. Lead by example with hands-on coding when required. Develop and review Back End services using .NET (ASP.NET Core) and Node.js. Design and guide Front End development using React/Angular/jQuery, HTML/CSS. Architect and customize Sitecore solutions (content modelling, personalization, integrations). Implement Sitecore integrations with third-party systems and APIs. Define and implement security best practices including encryption, authentication and authorization. Ensure compliance with data governance and regulatory requirements. What You Will Ideally Bring 8-10 years of hands-on experience in enterprise application development. 4+ years of experience in a Technical Architect role. Strong experience with .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core, Web APIs). Strong experience with React/Angular/jQuery, HTML/CSS Hands-on experience with Sitecore CMS (XP/XM preferred). Experience with REST APIs & microservices architecture. Strong understanding of SQL Server/NoSQL databases. Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS). Experience in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead architectural reviews and mentor development teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Contract Details Duration: 6 months (with potential extension) Day Rate: Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Luton - Hybrid (3 days onsite per week) Start Date: ASAP

Redhat Engineer

Onyx-Conseil Wokingham, Berkshire

Role Title: RedHat Specialist Location: Wokingham - Hybrid 60/40 Duration: 6 months duration Rate INSIDE IR35 £402.75 MUST BE THROUGH UMBRELLA SC Cleared Knowledge, Experience & Technical Expertise Proven track record in the design, construction, and management of Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 8, 9, and 10. Demonstrated success in the design and management of Red Hat Satellite and Ansible Automation Platform. Experienced in managing VMware solutions. Proven leadership in guiding a small team of Red Hat subject matter experts (SMEs). Strong understanding of network protocols and topologies. Extensive customer-facing experience in an IT service role. Methodical and positive approach to problem-solving. Proficient in working effectively both independently and as part of highly productive small to medium-sized teams in an ITIL/DevSecOps based support environment. Experience with business-critical real-time systems, ensuring high levels of availability through proactive actions. Demonstrated accountability in seeing issues through to successful resolution. Skilled in producing technical reports and documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong communicator with excellent writing skills. Essential Experience Proven experience in a production IT environment, managing enterprise IT infrastructure, hardware, hosting services, and network areas. Ability to write and review architectural design documents. Knowledge of industry trends and new technologies, with the ability to apply these trends to architectural needs. Please send your latest CV in LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

04/02/2026

Full time

Role Title: RedHat Specialist Location: Wokingham - Hybrid 60/40 Duration: 6 months duration Rate INSIDE IR35 £402.75 MUST BE THROUGH UMBRELLA SC Cleared Knowledge, Experience & Technical Expertise Proven track record in the design, construction, and management of Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 8, 9, and 10. Demonstrated success in the design and management of Red Hat Satellite and Ansible Automation Platform. Experienced in managing VMware solutions. Proven leadership in guiding a small team of Red Hat subject matter experts (SMEs). Strong understanding of network protocols and topologies. Extensive customer-facing experience in an IT service role. Methodical and positive approach to problem-solving. Proficient in working effectively both independently and as part of highly productive small to medium-sized teams in an ITIL/DevSecOps based support environment. Experience with business-critical real-time systems, ensuring high levels of availability through proactive actions. Demonstrated accountability in seeing issues through to successful resolution. Skilled in producing technical reports and documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong communicator with excellent writing skills. Essential Experience Proven experience in a production IT environment, managing enterprise IT infrastructure, hardware, hosting services, and network areas. Ability to write and review architectural design documents. Knowledge of industry trends and new technologies, with the ability to apply these trends to architectural needs. Please send your latest CV in LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Senior Defense Solution Architect - Remote, Growth

Red Hat, Inc.

A leading enterprise software provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Account Solution Architect to drive business growth within the defense sector. The role requires strong domain expertise in the UK defense space and the ability to engage in complex solution architecture discussions. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and experience with Kubernetes and DevOps. This position offers an opportunity to impact technology transformation in the defense industry while supporting a collaborative work environment.

04/02/2026

Full time

A leading enterprise software provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Account Solution Architect to drive business growth within the defense sector. The role requires strong domain expertise in the UK defense space and the ability to engage in complex solution architecture discussions. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and experience with Kubernetes and DevOps. This position offers an opportunity to impact technology transformation in the defense industry while supporting a collaborative work environment.

Lead AI & Data Solution Architect - Cloud-Native

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd

A global consulting firm is looking for an experienced AI & Data Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of advanced data solutions for enterprise clients. This Senior Manager role requires a strategic thinker skilled in cloud architectures like Azure and AWS, eager to guide junior teams, and capable of presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences. Essential qualifications include a STEM degree and advanced certifications. Join us to help build a better working world.

04/02/2026

Full time

A global consulting firm is looking for an experienced AI & Data Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of advanced data solutions for enterprise clients. This Senior Manager role requires a strategic thinker skilled in cloud architectures like Azure and AWS, eager to guide junior teams, and capable of presenting complex ideas to diverse audiences. Essential qualifications include a STEM degree and advanced certifications. Join us to help build a better working world.

Infrastructure Architect

Experis - ManpowerGroup

Infrastructure Architect 12 months Hybrid - x1 day in Croydon x4 remote £700 - £845 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only Active SC clearance required Key skills: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Architect or Senior Infrastructure Engineer. Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP). Solid understanding of networking, computer, storage, and virtualization. Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud architectures. Knowledge of high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity design. Familiarity with infrastructure automation and IaC tools (e.g. Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation). Strong understanding of security principles (identity, access, encryption, network security). Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation skills Nice to have: Experience with container platforms (Kubernetes, Docker). Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD tooling Experience in regulated or enterprise environments. Architecture certifications (e.g. TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect). Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools

04/02/2026

Full time

Infrastructure Architect 12 months Hybrid - x1 day in Croydon x4 remote £700 - £845 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only Active SC clearance required Key skills: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Architect or Senior Infrastructure Engineer. Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP). Solid understanding of networking, computer, storage, and virtualization. Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud architectures. Knowledge of high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity design. Familiarity with infrastructure automation and IaC tools (e.g. Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation). Strong understanding of security principles (identity, access, encryption, network security). Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation skills Nice to have: Experience with container platforms (Kubernetes, Docker). Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD tooling Experience in regulated or enterprise environments. Architecture certifications (e.g. TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect). Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools

Senior Solutions Architect (Africa/MEA Fly-in)

Databricks Inc.

At Databricks, our core values are at the heart of everything we do; creating a culture of proactiveness and a customer centric mindset guides us to create a unified platform that makes data science and analytics accessible to everyone. We aim to inspire our customers to make informed decisions that push their business forward. We provide a user friendly and intuitive platform that makes it easy to turn insights into action and fosters a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. As a Senior Solutions Architect in the IMEA Pre Sales team (MEA - Africa Fly in), you will be an essential part of this mission, using your technical expertise to demonstrate how our Data Intelligence Platform can help customers solve their complex data challenges. You'll work with a collaborative, customer focused team that values innovation and creativity, using your skills to create customised solutions to help our customers achieve their goals and guide their businesses forward. Join us in our quest to change how people work with data and make a better world! The impact you will have: Create impactful and successful relationships with customer accounts focused on South Africa, but in Africa in general, providing technical and business value to Databricks customers in collaboration with the extended team. Act as a trusted advisor to C level executives, defining long term Data & AI strategies, modernising platforms, and aligning technical vision with business outcomes to drive measurable impact and innovation. Lead strategic engagements across the Africa. Shaping Data & AI transformation roadmaps, fostering innovation partnerships, and driving account growth in alignment with Africa Vision. Scale best practices in your field by authoring reference architectures, how tos, and demo applications, and help build the Databricks community in your region by leading workshops, seminars, and meet ups. Grow your knowledge and expertise to the level of a technical and/or industry specialist. What we look for: 8+ years of experience engaging in customer interactions for technical pre sales and complex sales lifecycles. Experience and expertise in enterprise engagements will be highly preferable for the role. Experienced in use case discovery, scoping, and delivering complex solution architecture designs to multiple audiences, requiring an ability to switch context and/or levels of technical depth. Ability to provide technical solutions for specialised customer needs, navigate a competitive landscape and influence C level executives by developing relationships and orchestrating teams to achieve long term customer success. Hands on expertise with complex Big Data architecture design for public cloud platform(s) solutions, focusing on use cases in Data Warehousing and Data Engineering architecture and implementation. Data Science and Machine Learning skills will be advantageous. Prior experience with coding in a core programming language (i.e., Python, SQL etc.) and willingness to learn Apache Spark . Experience and skills on the Databricks platform will be highly advantageous for the role! Key Notes: Location for the role can be in London or Paris (i.e., within a commutable distance of these office locations for hybrid schedule). You will need to be flexible and willing to travel to South Africa (and sometimes other countries in Africa) for customer visits on a regular basis (i.e., up to 2 weeks per month). Willing to manage different conversations with Business and Technical stakeholders; Enabling Partners and support internal events in the MEA region. Excellent communication skills in English required as a minimum. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide - including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 - rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark , Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

04/02/2026

Full time

At Databricks, our core values are at the heart of everything we do; creating a culture of proactiveness and a customer centric mindset guides us to create a unified platform that makes data science and analytics accessible to everyone. We aim to inspire our customers to make informed decisions that push their business forward. We provide a user friendly and intuitive platform that makes it easy to turn insights into action and fosters a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. As a Senior Solutions Architect in the IMEA Pre Sales team (MEA - Africa Fly in), you will be an essential part of this mission, using your technical expertise to demonstrate how our Data Intelligence Platform can help customers solve their complex data challenges. You'll work with a collaborative, customer focused team that values innovation and creativity, using your skills to create customised solutions to help our customers achieve their goals and guide their businesses forward. Join us in our quest to change how people work with data and make a better world! The impact you will have: Create impactful and successful relationships with customer accounts focused on South Africa, but in Africa in general, providing technical and business value to Databricks customers in collaboration with the extended team. Act as a trusted advisor to C level executives, defining long term Data & AI strategies, modernising platforms, and aligning technical vision with business outcomes to drive measurable impact and innovation. Lead strategic engagements across the Africa. Shaping Data & AI transformation roadmaps, fostering innovation partnerships, and driving account growth in alignment with Africa Vision. Scale best practices in your field by authoring reference architectures, how tos, and demo applications, and help build the Databricks community in your region by leading workshops, seminars, and meet ups. Grow your knowledge and expertise to the level of a technical and/or industry specialist. What we look for: 8+ years of experience engaging in customer interactions for technical pre sales and complex sales lifecycles. Experience and expertise in enterprise engagements will be highly preferable for the role. Experienced in use case discovery, scoping, and delivering complex solution architecture designs to multiple audiences, requiring an ability to switch context and/or levels of technical depth. Ability to provide technical solutions for specialised customer needs, navigate a competitive landscape and influence C level executives by developing relationships and orchestrating teams to achieve long term customer success. Hands on expertise with complex Big Data architecture design for public cloud platform(s) solutions, focusing on use cases in Data Warehousing and Data Engineering architecture and implementation. Data Science and Machine Learning skills will be advantageous. Prior experience with coding in a core programming language (i.e., Python, SQL etc.) and willingness to learn Apache Spark . Experience and skills on the Databricks platform will be highly advantageous for the role! Key Notes: Location for the role can be in London or Paris (i.e., within a commutable distance of these office locations for hybrid schedule). You will need to be flexible and willing to travel to South Africa (and sometimes other countries in Africa) for customer visits on a regular basis (i.e., up to 2 weeks per month). Willing to manage different conversations with Business and Technical stakeholders; Enabling Partners and support internal events in the MEA region. Excellent communication skills in English required as a minimum. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide - including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 - rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark , Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

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