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
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa#
Full time, permanent
Walsall
Ref: RT01125
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025.
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
About Us
Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.
We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.
Living in Walsall
Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.
Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment
To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment
Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
04/06/2025
Full time
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa#
Full time, permanent
Walsall
Ref: RT01125
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025.
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
About Us
Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.
We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.
Living in Walsall
Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.
Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment
To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment
Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
27/03/2025
Full time
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
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Principal Data Engineer £90,000 - £95,000 + Benefits Remote - Once or twice a month in the office The Business A large, UK-based property organisation operating at a national scale. They are focused on delivering and managing long-term community services and initiatives and have a strong emphasis on social impact, sustainability and modern digital transformation. The Role The Principal Data Engineer will be a senior technical leader within a growing data engineering team. You ll help shape engineering strategy, architecture, and best practices across multiple product areas, supporting a data mesh approach while ensuring consistency and good governance. This is a hands-on role that blends technical expertise with mentoring, guidance, and collaboration across teams. Core technologies include: Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, Data Fusion, Data Streams, Cloud Functions, Airflow/Composer), SQL, Python, CI/CD tooling About you You'll have 10+ years experience in Data Engineering Experience operating in a Lead or Principal Engineer capacity Strong understanding of Data Governance principles. Significant experience with cloud data platforms (specifically GCP) and possibly exposure to Azure / AWS Strong proficiency in SQL and Python a Strong track record of mentoring and technical leadership Background working in Agile / Scrum / SDLC environments Requirements added by the job poster No need for visa sponsorship • Authorised to work in United Kingdom (ILR, Tier 2 dependent visa and EU Settlement Scheme considered) Happy to consider travel to the Lancashire region once or twice a month
12/03/2026
Full time
Principal Data Engineer £90,000 - £95,000 + Benefits Remote - Once or twice a month in the office The Business A large, UK-based property organisation operating at a national scale. They are focused on delivering and managing long-term community services and initiatives and have a strong emphasis on social impact, sustainability and modern digital transformation. The Role The Principal Data Engineer will be a senior technical leader within a growing data engineering team. You ll help shape engineering strategy, architecture, and best practices across multiple product areas, supporting a data mesh approach while ensuring consistency and good governance. This is a hands-on role that blends technical expertise with mentoring, guidance, and collaboration across teams. Core technologies include: Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, Data Fusion, Data Streams, Cloud Functions, Airflow/Composer), SQL, Python, CI/CD tooling About you You'll have 10+ years experience in Data Engineering Experience operating in a Lead or Principal Engineer capacity Strong understanding of Data Governance principles. Significant experience with cloud data platforms (specifically GCP) and possibly exposure to Azure / AWS Strong proficiency in SQL and Python a Strong track record of mentoring and technical leadership Background working in Agile / Scrum / SDLC environments Requirements added by the job poster No need for visa sponsorship • Authorised to work in United Kingdom (ILR, Tier 2 dependent visa and EU Settlement Scheme considered) Happy to consider travel to the Lancashire region once or twice a month
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Chetwynd Aston, Shropshire
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in an innovative and forward-thinking environment? This is your chance to join a company that is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and connected device solutions used in the agricultural sector. As an IoT Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of embedded systems, working on exciting projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. If you're passionate about creating secure, high-performance software solutions for IoT devices, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. What You Will Do: - Develop and maintain embedded software for connected devices, ensuring high reliability and performance. - Design and implement secure over-the-air (OTA) update systems, including secure workflows, encryption, and certificate management. - Integrate embedded systems with cloud platforms such as AWS IoT for software distribution and device management. - Implement secure communication protocols like TLS, HTTPS, and MQTT for seamless device-cloud interactions. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security and performance standards. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues in embedded systems and OTA mechanisms with a focus on system reliability. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in embedded C/C++ software development for embedded systems. - Understanding of Linux-based systems, RTOS, and ARM microcontroller environments. - Knowledge of secure coding practices, including encryption, certificate management, and PKI. - Familiarity with networking protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTPS, and MQTT. - Experience with cloud platforms like AWS IoT or Azure IoT, and a passion for creating innovative IoT solutions. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of a company that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration. The company is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that advance the IoT and embedded systems industry, making this an ideal role for a motivated and skilled professional looking to make a real impact. Location: This role is an onsite position based in Newport, Shropshire Interested?: If this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, don't wait! Apply now to become an IoT Embedded Software Engineer and take your expertise to a company where your skills and ideas will truly shine. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
12/03/2026
Full time
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in an innovative and forward-thinking environment? This is your chance to join a company that is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and connected device solutions used in the agricultural sector. As an IoT Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of embedded systems, working on exciting projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. If you're passionate about creating secure, high-performance software solutions for IoT devices, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. What You Will Do: - Develop and maintain embedded software for connected devices, ensuring high reliability and performance. - Design and implement secure over-the-air (OTA) update systems, including secure workflows, encryption, and certificate management. - Integrate embedded systems with cloud platforms such as AWS IoT for software distribution and device management. - Implement secure communication protocols like TLS, HTTPS, and MQTT for seamless device-cloud interactions. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security and performance standards. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues in embedded systems and OTA mechanisms with a focus on system reliability. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in embedded C/C++ software development for embedded systems. - Understanding of Linux-based systems, RTOS, and ARM microcontroller environments. - Knowledge of secure coding practices, including encryption, certificate management, and PKI. - Familiarity with networking protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTPS, and MQTT. - Experience with cloud platforms like AWS IoT or Azure IoT, and a passion for creating innovative IoT solutions. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of a company that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration. The company is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that advance the IoT and embedded systems industry, making this an ideal role for a motivated and skilled professional looking to make a real impact. Location: This role is an onsite position based in Newport, Shropshire Interested?: If this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, don't wait! Apply now to become an IoT Embedded Software Engineer and take your expertise to a company where your skills and ideas will truly shine. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Role: Delivery Lead / Scrum Master Type: Contract (6 Months) Location: Bristol, UK Working Model: Hybrid (2/3 Days in office per Week) Telecom Industry Experience Required. Payrate: 400 - 500 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella The Mission We need an experienced Delivery Lead to drive high-priority Data & Analytics initiatives for a major Telco. You will lead a cross-functional squad (onshore & offshore) to deliver a GCP platform re-architecture and automated self-serve reporting (Qlik/Looker/PowerBI). What You'll Do Lead Delivery: Manage sprint ceremonies, backlogs, and flow for data engineering and analytics teams. Manage Vendors: Coordinate effectively with offshore partners to ensure seamless delivery. Unblock: Navigate complex data dependencies and remove impediments across the business. The "Must-Haves" Telecom Experience: Mandatory prior experience in the Telco industry. Data Fluency: Proven success delivering data pipelines and BI projects (not just software/web). Agile Expertise: Pragmatic experience applying Scrum/Kanban to data workflows. This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
12/03/2026
Contractor
Role: Delivery Lead / Scrum Master Type: Contract (6 Months) Location: Bristol, UK Working Model: Hybrid (2/3 Days in office per Week) Telecom Industry Experience Required. Payrate: 400 - 500 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella The Mission We need an experienced Delivery Lead to drive high-priority Data & Analytics initiatives for a major Telco. You will lead a cross-functional squad (onshore & offshore) to deliver a GCP platform re-architecture and automated self-serve reporting (Qlik/Looker/PowerBI). What You'll Do Lead Delivery: Manage sprint ceremonies, backlogs, and flow for data engineering and analytics teams. Manage Vendors: Coordinate effectively with offshore partners to ensure seamless delivery. Unblock: Navigate complex data dependencies and remove impediments across the business. The "Must-Haves" Telecom Experience: Mandatory prior experience in the Telco industry. Data Fluency: Proven success delivering data pipelines and BI projects (not just software/web). Agile Expertise: Pragmatic experience applying Scrum/Kanban to data workflows. This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Change Manager (SC Cleared) 6 Months Reading - 3-4 days per week on site Paying up to 88p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Overview: The IT Change Management Manager is responsible for ensuring that all changes to the IT environment are managed in a controlled and coordinated manner, minimising risks to service availability and quality. This includes planning, assessing, authorising, scheduling, and reviewing changes while collaborating with relevant stakeholders to maintain service stability and ensure compliance with organisational policies. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end IT change management process, ensuring that changes are properly logged, assessed, authorised, implemented, and reviewed in accordance with established governance. Evaluate the potential impact and risk of proposed changes to services, infrastructure, and business operations. Organise and lead CAB meetings to review, discuss, and authorise changes in collaboration with stakeholders from across Digital Information and business functions. Conduct change reviews to assess effectiveness, identify lessons learned, and prevent recurrence of issues caused by changes. Coordinate change implementation schedules and ensure appropriate communication to affected stakeholders. Develop and track KPIs related to change success rate, failed changes, emergency changes, and change-related incidents. Collaborate with service owners, IT operations, and external partners to ensure smooth execution of changes and alignment with service priorities. Identify improvement opportunities in the change management process and implement best practices to optimise change efficiency and reduce service disruptions. Required Skillset & Experience University degree of higher required; Bachelor?s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field is preferred. Relevant IT Service Management certifications (e.g. ITIL v3/4) PMP (Project Management Professional) and related certifications are preferred. Experience of IT service delivery and performance management Experience setting and managing SLAs/KPIs as well as in service operations using the ITIL Strong understanding of ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) Good understanding of IT architecture and key technology components, e.g., servers, networks Experience using major Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
12/03/2026
Contractor
Change Manager (SC Cleared) 6 Months Reading - 3-4 days per week on site Paying up to 88p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Overview: The IT Change Management Manager is responsible for ensuring that all changes to the IT environment are managed in a controlled and coordinated manner, minimising risks to service availability and quality. This includes planning, assessing, authorising, scheduling, and reviewing changes while collaborating with relevant stakeholders to maintain service stability and ensure compliance with organisational policies. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end IT change management process, ensuring that changes are properly logged, assessed, authorised, implemented, and reviewed in accordance with established governance. Evaluate the potential impact and risk of proposed changes to services, infrastructure, and business operations. Organise and lead CAB meetings to review, discuss, and authorise changes in collaboration with stakeholders from across Digital Information and business functions. Conduct change reviews to assess effectiveness, identify lessons learned, and prevent recurrence of issues caused by changes. Coordinate change implementation schedules and ensure appropriate communication to affected stakeholders. Develop and track KPIs related to change success rate, failed changes, emergency changes, and change-related incidents. Collaborate with service owners, IT operations, and external partners to ensure smooth execution of changes and alignment with service priorities. Identify improvement opportunities in the change management process and implement best practices to optimise change efficiency and reduce service disruptions. Required Skillset & Experience University degree of higher required; Bachelor?s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field is preferred. Relevant IT Service Management certifications (e.g. ITIL v3/4) PMP (Project Management Professional) and related certifications are preferred. Experience of IT service delivery and performance management Experience setting and managing SLAs/KPIs as well as in service operations using the ITIL Strong understanding of ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) Good understanding of IT architecture and key technology components, e.g., servers, networks Experience using major Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Senior Backend Developer - Node.js, TypeScript, AWS Crewe (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Competitive + Bonus + Benefits We're hiring a Senior Backend Developer to join a high-growth telematics division building large-scale, customer-facing SaaS platforms. This is not just another backend role. You'll be working on a flagship platform powering connected vehicle technology, built across 70+ microservices on AWS. The long-term plan? Clear progression towards platform ownership. What you'll be working with: Node.js & TypeScript AWS (ECS, Lambda, RDS, Kinesis, S3, DynamoDB) Docker & Terraform CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) Postgres / MySQL The role: Design and build scalable backend systems Own features from concept to deployment Contribute to architecture decisions Mentor and support engineers Drive improvements in performance, reliability and scalability This environment suits someone who: Has strong commercial Node/TypeScript experience Has worked in cloud-first AWS environments Enjoys ownership and accountability Can balance technical quality with pragmatic delivery Wants to step into a future platform leadership role Hybrid working is 3 days per week onsite in Crewe. The office is modern and purpose-built with strong collaboration culture. If you're currently operating at Senior level and want to move toward Principal / Platform ownership - this is that move. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
12/03/2026
Full time
Senior Backend Developer - Node.js, TypeScript, AWS Crewe (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Competitive + Bonus + Benefits We're hiring a Senior Backend Developer to join a high-growth telematics division building large-scale, customer-facing SaaS platforms. This is not just another backend role. You'll be working on a flagship platform powering connected vehicle technology, built across 70+ microservices on AWS. The long-term plan? Clear progression towards platform ownership. What you'll be working with: Node.js & TypeScript AWS (ECS, Lambda, RDS, Kinesis, S3, DynamoDB) Docker & Terraform CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) Postgres / MySQL The role: Design and build scalable backend systems Own features from concept to deployment Contribute to architecture decisions Mentor and support engineers Drive improvements in performance, reliability and scalability This environment suits someone who: Has strong commercial Node/TypeScript experience Has worked in cloud-first AWS environments Enjoys ownership and accountability Can balance technical quality with pragmatic delivery Wants to step into a future platform leadership role Hybrid working is 3 days per week onsite in Crewe. The office is modern and purpose-built with strong collaboration culture. If you're currently operating at Senior level and want to move toward Principal / Platform ownership - this is that move. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Software Engineering Manager My client, a progressive and ambitious organisation, is seeking an exceptional Software Engineering Manager to lead, energise and elevate their engineering function of approximately 20. This is a pivotal executive-level role, reporting directly to the CEO and working in close partnership with the Chief Architect, where you will play a critical part in shaping both technical direction and commercial outcomes. They are looking for a dynamic, high-impact leader -someone who can inspire teams, drive performance, and combine deep technical expertise with strong commercial acumen. The Role As Head of Software Engineering, you will take full ownership of a 20-person engineering function - building a high-performing, accountable, and motivated team that consistently delivers secure, scalable and commercially aligned technology solutions. This role requires more than technical oversight. You will be a visible and energetic leader who sets the tone, challenges thinking constructively, and ensures engineering is not just a delivery function but a strategic driver of business growth. Working alongside the Chief Architect, you will translate architectural vision into operational excellence, ensuring execution, pace and quality remain uncompromising. Reporting to the CEO, you will contribute at executive level, aligning engineering strategy directly with commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Commercial Leadership Define and execute a clear engineering strategy aligned to business growth and revenue objectives. Partner with the CEO and executive team to ensure technology investment delivers measurable commercial value. Drive performance, efficiency and scalability across the 20-person engineering function. Own budget, resource planning and cost management within engineering. Inspirational People Leadership Lead, mentor and energise a team of approximately 20. Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. Develop leadership capability within the engineering management layer. Foster an environment that attracts, retains and develops top technical talent. Technical Excellence & Delivery Oversee the design and delivery of secure, scalable, high-quality digital platforms. Ensure best-in-class Agile, DevOps and modern software engineering practices. Maintain hands-on credibility with strong technical depth and architectural understanding. Drive engineering KPIs focused on quality, velocity, stability and customer impact. Collaboration & Executive Influence Work closely with the Chief Architect to ensure architectural vision is effectively implemented. Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Operations and Commercial teams. Translate complex technical strategy into clear business language for executive stakeholders. Constructively challenge senior leaders where appropriate to ensure optimal outcomes. What We re Looking For We re seeking a confident, commercially astute technology leader who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and knows how to get the very best out of their teams. You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams (circa 20+). Proven ability to build, inspire and scale high-performing teams. Strong commercial acumen with experience aligning technology to business growth. Deep technical knowledge and a hands-on engineering background. Experience operating at executive level and influencing senior stakeholders. A track record of delivering secure, scalable platforms in regulated or complex environments (financial services experience desirable). Gravitas, energy and the confidence to influence at CEO level. Benefits: 28 days Holiday + BH Healthcare Hybrid working Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineering Manager - Manchester
12/03/2026
Full time
Software Engineering Manager My client, a progressive and ambitious organisation, is seeking an exceptional Software Engineering Manager to lead, energise and elevate their engineering function of approximately 20. This is a pivotal executive-level role, reporting directly to the CEO and working in close partnership with the Chief Architect, where you will play a critical part in shaping both technical direction and commercial outcomes. They are looking for a dynamic, high-impact leader -someone who can inspire teams, drive performance, and combine deep technical expertise with strong commercial acumen. The Role As Head of Software Engineering, you will take full ownership of a 20-person engineering function - building a high-performing, accountable, and motivated team that consistently delivers secure, scalable and commercially aligned technology solutions. This role requires more than technical oversight. You will be a visible and energetic leader who sets the tone, challenges thinking constructively, and ensures engineering is not just a delivery function but a strategic driver of business growth. Working alongside the Chief Architect, you will translate architectural vision into operational excellence, ensuring execution, pace and quality remain uncompromising. Reporting to the CEO, you will contribute at executive level, aligning engineering strategy directly with commercial objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Commercial Leadership Define and execute a clear engineering strategy aligned to business growth and revenue objectives. Partner with the CEO and executive team to ensure technology investment delivers measurable commercial value. Drive performance, efficiency and scalability across the 20-person engineering function. Own budget, resource planning and cost management within engineering. Inspirational People Leadership Lead, mentor and energise a team of approximately 20. Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. Develop leadership capability within the engineering management layer. Foster an environment that attracts, retains and develops top technical talent. Technical Excellence & Delivery Oversee the design and delivery of secure, scalable, high-quality digital platforms. Ensure best-in-class Agile, DevOps and modern software engineering practices. Maintain hands-on credibility with strong technical depth and architectural understanding. Drive engineering KPIs focused on quality, velocity, stability and customer impact. Collaboration & Executive Influence Work closely with the Chief Architect to ensure architectural vision is effectively implemented. Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Operations and Commercial teams. Translate complex technical strategy into clear business language for executive stakeholders. Constructively challenge senior leaders where appropriate to ensure optimal outcomes. What We re Looking For We re seeking a confident, commercially astute technology leader who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and knows how to get the very best out of their teams. You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams (circa 20+). Proven ability to build, inspire and scale high-performing teams. Strong commercial acumen with experience aligning technology to business growth. Deep technical knowledge and a hands-on engineering background. Experience operating at executive level and influencing senior stakeholders. A track record of delivering secure, scalable platforms in regulated or complex environments (financial services experience desirable). Gravitas, energy and the confidence to influence at CEO level. Benefits: 28 days Holiday + BH Healthcare Hybrid working Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineering Manager - Manchester
Windows Site Reliability Engineer £110K Hybrid London Overview: A leading global investment bank is seeking a skilled Windows Site Reliability Engineer to join their London-based Technology team. This is a senior-level leadership role focused on driving platform reliability, automation strategy, and infrastructure modernisation across mission-critical banking systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join an investment banking powerhouse. Role and Responsibilities: Lead Platform Engineering and SRE strategy across the organisation Build scalable, self-service, and resilient infrastructure platforms Drive Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD adoption, automating manual tasks Define SLOs and optimise system performance, latency, and scalability Lead root cause analysis and remediate technical debt Partner with development teams to improve testing, releases, and deployments Shape cloud and hybrid migration strategies Ensure regulatory, audit, and security compliance Act as senior escalation point for high-severity incidents Identify cost and efficiency improvements; deputise for senior leadership Skills and Experience: Deep expertise in Microsoft Windows Server internals Advanced knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and Kerberos Extensive experience tuning low-latency, enterprise-scale systems Strong background in SRE, DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code principles Advanced scripting and development capability (PowerShell, Python, C#) Clustering, high-availability, replication, and disaster recovery expertise Experience with Git, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and TeamCity Strong understanding of security hardening (CIS) within regulated environments Deep knowledge of performance monitoring, system internals, and optimisation techniques Experience working within financial services or other regulated industries Desirable: Kubernetes and Docker orchestration Major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) Nutanix HCI and VMware ESX Enterprise databases (SQL Server, Oracle, Sybase ASE, MongoDB, Snowflake) Enterprise monitoring tools (Splunk, Netcool) Package Circa £110,000 + Excellent Package London / Hybrid x3 days onsite Flexible working considered Windows Site Reliability Engineer £110K Hybrid London
12/03/2026
Full time
Windows Site Reliability Engineer £110K Hybrid London Overview: A leading global investment bank is seeking a skilled Windows Site Reliability Engineer to join their London-based Technology team. This is a senior-level leadership role focused on driving platform reliability, automation strategy, and infrastructure modernisation across mission-critical banking systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join an investment banking powerhouse. Role and Responsibilities: Lead Platform Engineering and SRE strategy across the organisation Build scalable, self-service, and resilient infrastructure platforms Drive Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD adoption, automating manual tasks Define SLOs and optimise system performance, latency, and scalability Lead root cause analysis and remediate technical debt Partner with development teams to improve testing, releases, and deployments Shape cloud and hybrid migration strategies Ensure regulatory, audit, and security compliance Act as senior escalation point for high-severity incidents Identify cost and efficiency improvements; deputise for senior leadership Skills and Experience: Deep expertise in Microsoft Windows Server internals Advanced knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and Kerberos Extensive experience tuning low-latency, enterprise-scale systems Strong background in SRE, DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code principles Advanced scripting and development capability (PowerShell, Python, C#) Clustering, high-availability, replication, and disaster recovery expertise Experience with Git, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and TeamCity Strong understanding of security hardening (CIS) within regulated environments Deep knowledge of performance monitoring, system internals, and optimisation techniques Experience working within financial services or other regulated industries Desirable: Kubernetes and Docker orchestration Major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) Nutanix HCI and VMware ESX Enterprise databases (SQL Server, Oracle, Sybase ASE, MongoDB, Snowflake) Enterprise monitoring tools (Splunk, Netcool) Package Circa £110,000 + Excellent Package London / Hybrid x3 days onsite Flexible working considered Windows Site Reliability Engineer £110K Hybrid London
Location Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Calder (Normanton), London , Leicester, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Threat & Risk Assessment, Capability Exploration and Research (TRACER) plays a critical role in supporting the National Crime Agency's mission to protect the public from serious and organised crime. TRACER is a collaborative function that leads the NCA's science and technology innovation activity, ensuring capabilities remain current, effective, and relevant in an increasingly digital landscape. It also provides threat and opportunity management for digital communications capabilities on behalf of the Home Office's Digital Communications Capabilities partnership. The team is creative and forward thinking, applying design thinking approaches to understand and address user and customer needs. The Innovation, Science and Technology function supports the development of new capabilities by working with stakeholders to define problems and opportunities, identify requirements, develop user cases, and conduct discovery activity. This includes piloting concepts, running experiments, assessing customer benefits, and translating insights into outline business cases and clear stakeholder communications, demonstrating how innovation enables law enforcement to adapt and remain effective. To support this work, TRACER has established the Enabling Innovation and Experimentation Environment (EIEE). EIEE is a cloud based platform that enables the testing and evaluation of potential solutions to digital threats and opportunities, supporting informed investment decisions. Innovation is delivered through a range of approaches, including proofs of concept, technical demonstrators, testing activity, and desktop based exercises, drawing on both internal and external expertise. TRACER is seeking Innovation, Science and Technology Managers to deliver impactful innovation across the NCA and the Home Office partnership. This role sits within the Government science and engineering: career framework - GOV.UK Job description The Innovation, Science and Technology (IS&T) team works across the Agency and in close partnership with law enforcement and national security organisations to understand how adversaries exploit emerging technologies for criminal purposes, and to apply science and technology to counter those threats. The team also supports the development of new operational capabilities and drives the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. A typical day in TRACER may involve engaging with operational teams to understand their challenges, conducting discovery work to develop a deep understanding of complex problems, commissioning research, and designing experiments or prototypes. The role also includes consulting with industry partners, collaborating with academia and other government science and technology teams, and presenting evidence based options to strategic governance boards to inform and shape investment decisions. This breadth of activity demands a diverse and inclusive workforce. We therefore welcome candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, with different perspectives and ways of thinking, to ensure we continue to operate with creativity, ingenuity and impact. Job Duties and Responsibilities Research, design and deliver innovative solutions to complex problems by leading discovery activity, designing experiments, and translating insight into practical, testable outcomes. Clearly communicate complex problems and solutions to a wide range of stakeholders, including operational teams, technical specialists, and senior decision makers. Lead and manage multiple workstreams, ensuring delivery to agreed standards, timelines and budgets, while continuously identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. Provide effective project oversight, coordinating activity across teams and partners to ensure successful delivery of innovation initiatives. Work closely with NCA Commercial to identify, secure and manage commercial arrangements with leading private sector specialists and subject matter experts. Support the creation of commercial contracts that enable innovation activity to proceed at pace, ensuring open and fair competition and value for money. Develop evidence based recommendations by synthesising research findings, experimentation results and operational insight to inform future priorities and investment decisions. Support the development of key artefacts, including outline and strategic business cases, and contribute to communications strategies to engage and influence key stakeholders. Produce clear, high quality documentation that captures analysis, decisions and rationale, supporting transparency and governance. Manage innovation resources on a day to day basis, including subcontractors, ensuring appropriate tasking, performance management and capability development. Provide support to Innovation, Science and Technology Leads, contributing flexibly to team priorities and project delivery as required. Manage and oversee a responsive cloud based experimentation environment, including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics and intelligence capabilities. Develop workplans and task team members to deliver prototyping, alpha and beta deployments, overseeing testing, experimentation and cost modelling to support informed decision making. Person specification Proven experience leading multi disciplinary teams, setting clear direction and applying project management principles to translate innovation into operational delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time and within budget. Ability to work effectively across diverse specialisms, confidently discussing complex concepts with technical and non technical stakeholders and coordinating delivery through structured planning and governance. Strong prioritisation and stakeholder management skills, with experience securing buy in from senior stakeholders and product sponsors, resolving conflicts, and balancing competing demands. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build consensus, negotiate compromise, and bring stakeholders on board with decisions. Strong written and verbal communication capability, including experience of conveying complex or technical information clearly and persuasively to non technical audiences, ensuring messages are understood and acted upon. Demonstrable ability to identify, assess and integrate emerging science and technologies to drive innovation, operational effectiveness and efficiency. Experience designing and delivering scientific experiments or discovery activity, with a clear focus on outcomes, evidence generation and learning to address defined problems. Desirable Criteria (to be used in the event of a tie-break) Post-18 qualification in STEM subject relevant to innovation, science and/or technology. Experience working in a law enforcement or national security environment.
12/03/2026
Full time
Location Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Calder (Normanton), London , Leicester, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Threat & Risk Assessment, Capability Exploration and Research (TRACER) plays a critical role in supporting the National Crime Agency's mission to protect the public from serious and organised crime. TRACER is a collaborative function that leads the NCA's science and technology innovation activity, ensuring capabilities remain current, effective, and relevant in an increasingly digital landscape. It also provides threat and opportunity management for digital communications capabilities on behalf of the Home Office's Digital Communications Capabilities partnership. The team is creative and forward thinking, applying design thinking approaches to understand and address user and customer needs. The Innovation, Science and Technology function supports the development of new capabilities by working with stakeholders to define problems and opportunities, identify requirements, develop user cases, and conduct discovery activity. This includes piloting concepts, running experiments, assessing customer benefits, and translating insights into outline business cases and clear stakeholder communications, demonstrating how innovation enables law enforcement to adapt and remain effective. To support this work, TRACER has established the Enabling Innovation and Experimentation Environment (EIEE). EIEE is a cloud based platform that enables the testing and evaluation of potential solutions to digital threats and opportunities, supporting informed investment decisions. Innovation is delivered through a range of approaches, including proofs of concept, technical demonstrators, testing activity, and desktop based exercises, drawing on both internal and external expertise. TRACER is seeking Innovation, Science and Technology Managers to deliver impactful innovation across the NCA and the Home Office partnership. This role sits within the Government science and engineering: career framework - GOV.UK Job description The Innovation, Science and Technology (IS&T) team works across the Agency and in close partnership with law enforcement and national security organisations to understand how adversaries exploit emerging technologies for criminal purposes, and to apply science and technology to counter those threats. The team also supports the development of new operational capabilities and drives the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. A typical day in TRACER may involve engaging with operational teams to understand their challenges, conducting discovery work to develop a deep understanding of complex problems, commissioning research, and designing experiments or prototypes. The role also includes consulting with industry partners, collaborating with academia and other government science and technology teams, and presenting evidence based options to strategic governance boards to inform and shape investment decisions. This breadth of activity demands a diverse and inclusive workforce. We therefore welcome candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, with different perspectives and ways of thinking, to ensure we continue to operate with creativity, ingenuity and impact. Job Duties and Responsibilities Research, design and deliver innovative solutions to complex problems by leading discovery activity, designing experiments, and translating insight into practical, testable outcomes. Clearly communicate complex problems and solutions to a wide range of stakeholders, including operational teams, technical specialists, and senior decision makers. Lead and manage multiple workstreams, ensuring delivery to agreed standards, timelines and budgets, while continuously identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. Provide effective project oversight, coordinating activity across teams and partners to ensure successful delivery of innovation initiatives. Work closely with NCA Commercial to identify, secure and manage commercial arrangements with leading private sector specialists and subject matter experts. Support the creation of commercial contracts that enable innovation activity to proceed at pace, ensuring open and fair competition and value for money. Develop evidence based recommendations by synthesising research findings, experimentation results and operational insight to inform future priorities and investment decisions. Support the development of key artefacts, including outline and strategic business cases, and contribute to communications strategies to engage and influence key stakeholders. Produce clear, high quality documentation that captures analysis, decisions and rationale, supporting transparency and governance. Manage innovation resources on a day to day basis, including subcontractors, ensuring appropriate tasking, performance management and capability development. Provide support to Innovation, Science and Technology Leads, contributing flexibly to team priorities and project delivery as required. Manage and oversee a responsive cloud based experimentation environment, including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics and intelligence capabilities. Develop workplans and task team members to deliver prototyping, alpha and beta deployments, overseeing testing, experimentation and cost modelling to support informed decision making. Person specification Proven experience leading multi disciplinary teams, setting clear direction and applying project management principles to translate innovation into operational delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time and within budget. Ability to work effectively across diverse specialisms, confidently discussing complex concepts with technical and non technical stakeholders and coordinating delivery through structured planning and governance. Strong prioritisation and stakeholder management skills, with experience securing buy in from senior stakeholders and product sponsors, resolving conflicts, and balancing competing demands. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build consensus, negotiate compromise, and bring stakeholders on board with decisions. Strong written and verbal communication capability, including experience of conveying complex or technical information clearly and persuasively to non technical audiences, ensuring messages are understood and acted upon. Demonstrable ability to identify, assess and integrate emerging science and technologies to drive innovation, operational effectiveness and efficiency. Experience designing and delivering scientific experiments or discovery activity, with a clear focus on outcomes, evidence generation and learning to address defined problems. Desirable Criteria (to be used in the event of a tie-break) Post-18 qualification in STEM subject relevant to innovation, science and/or technology. Experience working in a law enforcement or national security environment.
Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? The ability to shape and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for a security platform, aligning it to organisational risk appetite, security strategy, and wider enterprise priorities. Demonstrable ability to understand the needs of security operations users and translate these into strategic product outcomes that strengthen detection and response capability. Proven experience of engaging, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders across security, technology, governance, and audit, balancing competing priorities and building shared understanding. You and your role You'll lead on our Microsoft Sentinel product - setting the vision and roadmap for how we detect threats, automate responses, and helping us get the best out of our analytics. You'll work closely with SOC, Cyber Defence, engineering and security leaders, to turn real user needs into clear priorities and guide a multidisciplinary team through agile, usercentred delivery. You'll keep performance frontandcentre - improving detection coverage, alert quality, false positives, MTTD/MTTR and overall platform reliability. You'll also take ownership of the technical side of Sentinel: log and data onboarding, UEBA, automation playbooks, workspace design, RBAC, data retention and the full detectionengineering lifecycle, all supported by solid governance and quality assurance. You'll make sure Sentinel meets our security standards and regulatory expectations, work with Microsoft and suppliers, support audit readiness, and help shape procurement or business cases when needed. And as a people leader, you'll build an inclusive environment, develop your team and champion continuous learning and improvement. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hub/s in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester , Newcastle or Sheffield.whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £57,956 to £68,205. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,759. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? The ability to shape and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for a security platform, aligning it to organisational risk appetite, security strategy, and wider enterprise priorities. Demonstrable ability to understand the needs of security operations users and translate these into strategic product outcomes that strengthen detection and response capability. Proven experience of engaging, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders across security, technology, governance, and audit, balancing competing priorities and building shared understanding. You and your role You'll lead on our Microsoft Sentinel product - setting the vision and roadmap for how we detect threats, automate responses, and helping us get the best out of our analytics. You'll work closely with SOC, Cyber Defence, engineering and security leaders, to turn real user needs into clear priorities and guide a multidisciplinary team through agile, usercentred delivery. You'll keep performance frontandcentre - improving detection coverage, alert quality, false positives, MTTD/MTTR and overall platform reliability. You'll also take ownership of the technical side of Sentinel: log and data onboarding, UEBA, automation playbooks, workspace design, RBAC, data retention and the full detectionengineering lifecycle, all supported by solid governance and quality assurance. You'll make sure Sentinel meets our security standards and regulatory expectations, work with Microsoft and suppliers, support audit readiness, and help shape procurement or business cases when needed. And as a people leader, you'll build an inclusive environment, develop your team and champion continuous learning and improvement. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hub/s in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester , Newcastle or Sheffield.whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £57,956 to £68,205. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,759. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Job Title Data Governance Manager Pay of £44,447, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. Are you passionate about shaping how data is used to improve outcomes for millions of people? Do you have ideas on how to improve data governance processes? We're looking for talented Data Governance Managers to join our Chief Data Office (CDO). If you're excited by the challenge of transforming complex data landscapes and want the opportunity to influence the future of data within DWP, this could be the role for you. As the largest government department, data underpins everything we do informing policy, guiding operational decisions and enabling us to deliver vital services that support society every day. You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment. With DWP's five year Data Strategy launched in 2023 and a new Data Hub and Spoke model rolling out, you'll help shape a more connected and mature data ecosystem across the organisation. Working closely with the CDO and DWP Digital. You'll also benefit from extensive development opportunities, including professional qualifications, on the job learning, and the chance to build highly transferable data skills valued across industry. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Proven data governance experience in tech or digital environments, with a practical approach to implementing scalable governance frameworks and strong knowledge of data privacy regulations. Skilled in developing and improving governance standards for modern data architectures, working closely with engineering, product, and analytics teams. Confident in translating complex or technical concepts into clear, accessible information for nontechnical audiences. Comfortable working in fast paced, ambiguous environments, using strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify emerging risks. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate strategically and articulate how activities align to organisational goals and policy development. Experienced in embedding best practice data governance across cloud platforms and modern data ecosystems to support secure, compliant, data driven decision making. You and your role In this role, you will play a central part in how DWP uses data to improve outcomes for millions of people. You will help ensure that data - which underpins everything the department delivers - is trusted, well managed and used responsibly across the organisation. You will shape how data is governed across one of the largest and most complex organisations in the country. This includes helping to deliver the Data Strategy, strengthening governance frameworks and supporting essential services that rely on high quality, reliable data every day. Your responsibilities will place you at the heart of designing and improving how DWP manages its data. You will guide colleagues through governance processes, support data quality improvements, embed ownership and stewardship practices and contribute to protecting key data assets. You will also support work in areas such as data ethics, the responsible use of AI and secure data sharing, collaborating with teams across DWP and wider government to promote consistent and responsible data practices. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Newcastle whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £44,447. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 23 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title Data Governance Manager Pay of £44,447, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. Are you passionate about shaping how data is used to improve outcomes for millions of people? Do you have ideas on how to improve data governance processes? We're looking for talented Data Governance Managers to join our Chief Data Office (CDO). If you're excited by the challenge of transforming complex data landscapes and want the opportunity to influence the future of data within DWP, this could be the role for you. As the largest government department, data underpins everything we do informing policy, guiding operational decisions and enabling us to deliver vital services that support society every day. You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment. With DWP's five year Data Strategy launched in 2023 and a new Data Hub and Spoke model rolling out, you'll help shape a more connected and mature data ecosystem across the organisation. Working closely with the CDO and DWP Digital. You'll also benefit from extensive development opportunities, including professional qualifications, on the job learning, and the chance to build highly transferable data skills valued across industry. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Proven data governance experience in tech or digital environments, with a practical approach to implementing scalable governance frameworks and strong knowledge of data privacy regulations. Skilled in developing and improving governance standards for modern data architectures, working closely with engineering, product, and analytics teams. Confident in translating complex or technical concepts into clear, accessible information for nontechnical audiences. Comfortable working in fast paced, ambiguous environments, using strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify emerging risks. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate strategically and articulate how activities align to organisational goals and policy development. Experienced in embedding best practice data governance across cloud platforms and modern data ecosystems to support secure, compliant, data driven decision making. You and your role In this role, you will play a central part in how DWP uses data to improve outcomes for millions of people. You will help ensure that data - which underpins everything the department delivers - is trusted, well managed and used responsibly across the organisation. You will shape how data is governed across one of the largest and most complex organisations in the country. This includes helping to deliver the Data Strategy, strengthening governance frameworks and supporting essential services that rely on high quality, reliable data every day. Your responsibilities will place you at the heart of designing and improving how DWP manages its data. You will guide colleagues through governance processes, support data quality improvements, embed ownership and stewardship practices and contribute to protecting key data assets. You will also support work in areas such as data ethics, the responsible use of AI and secure data sharing, collaborating with teams across DWP and wider government to promote consistent and responsible data practices. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Newcastle whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £44,447. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 23 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? The ability to shape and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for a security platform, aligning it to organisational risk appetite, security strategy, and wider enterprise priorities. Demonstrable ability to understand the needs of security operations users and translate these into strategic product outcomes that strengthen detection and response capability. Proven experience of engaging, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders across security, technology, governance, and audit, balancing competing priorities and building shared understanding. You and your role You'll lead on our Microsoft Sentinel product - setting the vision and roadmap for how we detect threats, automate responses, and helping us get the best out of our analytics. You'll work closely with SOC, Cyber Defence, engineering and security leaders, to turn real user needs into clear priorities and guide a multidisciplinary team through agile, usercentred delivery. You'll keep performance frontandcentre - improving detection coverage, alert quality, false positives, MTTD/MTTR and overall platform reliability. You'll also take ownership of the technical side of Sentinel: log and data onboarding, UEBA, automation playbooks, workspace design, RBAC, data retention and the full detectionengineering lifecycle, all supported by solid governance and quality assurance. You'll make sure Sentinel meets our security standards and regulatory expectations, work with Microsoft and suppliers, support audit readiness, and help shape procurement or business cases when needed. And as a people leader, you'll build an inclusive environment, develop your team and champion continuous learning and improvement. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hub/s in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester , Newcastle or Sheffield.whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £57,956 to £68,205. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,759. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? The ability to shape and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for a security platform, aligning it to organisational risk appetite, security strategy, and wider enterprise priorities. Demonstrable ability to understand the needs of security operations users and translate these into strategic product outcomes that strengthen detection and response capability. Proven experience of engaging, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders across security, technology, governance, and audit, balancing competing priorities and building shared understanding. You and your role You'll lead on our Microsoft Sentinel product - setting the vision and roadmap for how we detect threats, automate responses, and helping us get the best out of our analytics. You'll work closely with SOC, Cyber Defence, engineering and security leaders, to turn real user needs into clear priorities and guide a multidisciplinary team through agile, usercentred delivery. You'll keep performance frontandcentre - improving detection coverage, alert quality, false positives, MTTD/MTTR and overall platform reliability. You'll also take ownership of the technical side of Sentinel: log and data onboarding, UEBA, automation playbooks, workspace design, RBAC, data retention and the full detectionengineering lifecycle, all supported by solid governance and quality assurance. You'll make sure Sentinel meets our security standards and regulatory expectations, work with Microsoft and suppliers, support audit readiness, and help shape procurement or business cases when needed. And as a people leader, you'll build an inclusive environment, develop your team and champion continuous learning and improvement. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hub/s in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester , Newcastle or Sheffield.whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £57,956 to £68,205. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,759. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Pay up to £59,813, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP Digital - Build services that matter We're hiring software engineers with skills in both Java and JavaScript. You'll join one of our agile product teams working in areas such as Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Authentication, Identity & Fraud, or Accessibility. These teams build, run and continually improve large scale, mission critical services that millions of citizens rely on every day. Whether it's strengthening how people securely prove who they are, improving the reliability of payments, or making our services more inclusive, you'll be delivering meaningful change at national scale. You'll design, build and support modern microservices and user-facing applications using Java, JavaScript and cloud first technologies. Working alongside engineers, product managers, architects and analysts, you'll tackle complex technical problems, shape how our platforms evolve and contribute directly to the stability and performance of our services. If you enjoy solving real engineering problems and want your work to make a genuine impact, this could be the perfect next step. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience building software using Java (Java 8 or above), including evidence of working on large scale, distributed systems where performance and resilience matter. Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservice design including how to build and consume them effectively. Experience with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure and familiarity with cloud native principles. Ability to work with JavaScript and build accessible user interfaces that are reliable and easy to maintain. Experience using TDD/BDD to write clean, well tested code that catches issues early. Knowledge of working with SQL or NoSQL databases such as Postgres, MySQL or MongoDB. Experience creating and maintaining automated test suites that support continuous integration and deployment. You and your role Our Senior Java Engineers to work with freedom and autonomy. We write code and make decisions which shape the future engineering landscape of DWP. We develop, build and support products and applications as part of multi-functional agile delivery teams, alongside researchers, analysts, designers, architects, testers and more. You'll work across the full software lifecycle - from designing APIs to building user interfaces, to deploying and monitoring services in cloud environments. These aren't small systems: you'll be working with high volume, mission critical applications where performance, latency and security really matter. You'll join teams working in areas that play a critical role in supporting citizens securely and reliably. You can expect to be designing and building Spring Boot microservices, contributing to well-structured front end applications and helping to shape patterns and reusable components that make our services consistent and robust. This is a place where engineers own their services end to end and understand the real impact their work has. You'll help maintain the operational stability pf the products you build, including working an in hours support rota for troubleshooting issues or bug fixes. You'll succeed in this role if you enjoy solving complex technical problems, care about building great products and want to combine modern engineering practices with meaningful public sector impact. This role is more than "just writing code". If you're curious about how services behave in production, how to make them better, and how your decisions shape outcomes for millions of users then apply now and join our community. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £59,813. That's £46,547 salary plus a Digital Allowance of up to £13,266 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £13,485 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 24 days and rising to 26 days after one year. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Coding test : sent and completed remotely Interview: a single stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay up to £59,813, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP Digital - Build services that matter We're hiring software engineers with skills in both Java and JavaScript. You'll join one of our agile product teams working in areas such as Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Authentication, Identity & Fraud, or Accessibility. These teams build, run and continually improve large scale, mission critical services that millions of citizens rely on every day. Whether it's strengthening how people securely prove who they are, improving the reliability of payments, or making our services more inclusive, you'll be delivering meaningful change at national scale. You'll design, build and support modern microservices and user-facing applications using Java, JavaScript and cloud first technologies. Working alongside engineers, product managers, architects and analysts, you'll tackle complex technical problems, shape how our platforms evolve and contribute directly to the stability and performance of our services. If you enjoy solving real engineering problems and want your work to make a genuine impact, this could be the perfect next step. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience building software using Java (Java 8 or above), including evidence of working on large scale, distributed systems where performance and resilience matter. Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservice design including how to build and consume them effectively. Experience with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure and familiarity with cloud native principles. Ability to work with JavaScript and build accessible user interfaces that are reliable and easy to maintain. Experience using TDD/BDD to write clean, well tested code that catches issues early. Knowledge of working with SQL or NoSQL databases such as Postgres, MySQL or MongoDB. Experience creating and maintaining automated test suites that support continuous integration and deployment. You and your role Our Senior Java Engineers to work with freedom and autonomy. We write code and make decisions which shape the future engineering landscape of DWP. We develop, build and support products and applications as part of multi-functional agile delivery teams, alongside researchers, analysts, designers, architects, testers and more. You'll work across the full software lifecycle - from designing APIs to building user interfaces, to deploying and monitoring services in cloud environments. These aren't small systems: you'll be working with high volume, mission critical applications where performance, latency and security really matter. You'll join teams working in areas that play a critical role in supporting citizens securely and reliably. You can expect to be designing and building Spring Boot microservices, contributing to well-structured front end applications and helping to shape patterns and reusable components that make our services consistent and robust. This is a place where engineers own their services end to end and understand the real impact their work has. You'll help maintain the operational stability pf the products you build, including working an in hours support rota for troubleshooting issues or bug fixes. You'll succeed in this role if you enjoy solving complex technical problems, care about building great products and want to combine modern engineering practices with meaningful public sector impact. This role is more than "just writing code". If you're curious about how services behave in production, how to make them better, and how your decisions shape outcomes for millions of users then apply now and join our community. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £59,813. That's £46,547 salary plus a Digital Allowance of up to £13,266 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £13,485 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 24 days and rising to 26 days after one year. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Coding test : sent and completed remotely Interview: a single stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Job Title Data Governance Manager Pay of £44,447, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. Are you passionate about shaping how data is used to improve outcomes for millions of people? Do you have ideas on how to improve data governance processes? We're looking for talented Data Governance Managers to join our Chief Data Office (CDO). If you're excited by the challenge of transforming complex data landscapes and want the opportunity to influence the future of data within DWP, this could be the role for you. As the largest government department, data underpins everything we do informing policy, guiding operational decisions and enabling us to deliver vital services that support society every day. You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment. With DWP's five year Data Strategy launched in 2023 and a new Data Hub and Spoke model rolling out, you'll help shape a more connected and mature data ecosystem across the organisation. Working closely with the CDO and DWP Digital. You'll also benefit from extensive development opportunities, including professional qualifications, on the job learning, and the chance to build highly transferable data skills valued across industry. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Proven data governance experience in tech or digital environments, with a practical approach to implementing scalable governance frameworks and strong knowledge of data privacy regulations. Skilled in developing and improving governance standards for modern data architectures, working closely with engineering, product, and analytics teams. Confident in translating complex or technical concepts into clear, accessible information for nontechnical audiences. Comfortable working in fast paced, ambiguous environments, using strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify emerging risks. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate strategically and articulate how activities align to organisational goals and policy development. Experienced in embedding best practice data governance across cloud platforms and modern data ecosystems to support secure, compliant, data driven decision making. You and your role In this role, you will play a central part in how DWP uses data to improve outcomes for millions of people. You will help ensure that data - which underpins everything the department delivers - is trusted, well managed and used responsibly across the organisation. You will shape how data is governed across one of the largest and most complex organisations in the country. This includes helping to deliver the Data Strategy, strengthening governance frameworks and supporting essential services that rely on high quality, reliable data every day. Your responsibilities will place you at the heart of designing and improving how DWP manages its data. You will guide colleagues through governance processes, support data quality improvements, embed ownership and stewardship practices and contribute to protecting key data assets. You will also support work in areas such as data ethics, the responsible use of AI and secure data sharing, collaborating with teams across DWP and wider government to promote consistent and responsible data practices. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Newcastle whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £44,447. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 23 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Job Title Data Governance Manager Pay of £44,447, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. Are you passionate about shaping how data is used to improve outcomes for millions of people? Do you have ideas on how to improve data governance processes? We're looking for talented Data Governance Managers to join our Chief Data Office (CDO). If you're excited by the challenge of transforming complex data landscapes and want the opportunity to influence the future of data within DWP, this could be the role for you. As the largest government department, data underpins everything we do informing policy, guiding operational decisions and enabling us to deliver vital services that support society every day. You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment. With DWP's five year Data Strategy launched in 2023 and a new Data Hub and Spoke model rolling out, you'll help shape a more connected and mature data ecosystem across the organisation. Working closely with the CDO and DWP Digital. You'll also benefit from extensive development opportunities, including professional qualifications, on the job learning, and the chance to build highly transferable data skills valued across industry. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Proven data governance experience in tech or digital environments, with a practical approach to implementing scalable governance frameworks and strong knowledge of data privacy regulations. Skilled in developing and improving governance standards for modern data architectures, working closely with engineering, product, and analytics teams. Confident in translating complex or technical concepts into clear, accessible information for nontechnical audiences. Comfortable working in fast paced, ambiguous environments, using strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify emerging risks. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate strategically and articulate how activities align to organisational goals and policy development. Experienced in embedding best practice data governance across cloud platforms and modern data ecosystems to support secure, compliant, data driven decision making. You and your role In this role, you will play a central part in how DWP uses data to improve outcomes for millions of people. You will help ensure that data - which underpins everything the department delivers - is trusted, well managed and used responsibly across the organisation. You will shape how data is governed across one of the largest and most complex organisations in the country. This includes helping to deliver the Data Strategy, strengthening governance frameworks and supporting essential services that rely on high quality, reliable data every day. Your responsibilities will place you at the heart of designing and improving how DWP manages its data. You will guide colleagues through governance processes, support data quality improvements, embed ownership and stewardship practices and contribute to protecting key data assets. You will also support work in areas such as data ethics, the responsible use of AI and secure data sharing, collaborating with teams across DWP and wider government to promote consistent and responsible data practices. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Newcastle whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £44,447. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £12,876 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 23 days rising to 30 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? The ability to shape and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for a security platform, aligning it to organisational risk appetite, security strategy, and wider enterprise priorities. Demonstrable ability to understand the needs of security operations users and translate these into strategic product outcomes that strengthen detection and response capability. Proven experience of engaging, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders across security, technology, governance, and audit, balancing competing priorities and building shared understanding. You and your role You'll lead on our Microsoft Sentinel product - setting the vision and roadmap for how we detect threats, automate responses, and helping us get the best out of our analytics. You'll work closely with SOC, Cyber Defence, engineering and security leaders, to turn real user needs into clear priorities and guide a multidisciplinary team through agile, usercentred delivery. You'll keep performance frontandcentre - improving detection coverage, alert quality, false positives, MTTD/MTTR and overall platform reliability. You'll also take ownership of the technical side of Sentinel: log and data onboarding, UEBA, automation playbooks, workspace design, RBAC, data retention and the full detectionengineering lifecycle, all supported by solid governance and quality assurance. You'll make sure Sentinel meets our security standards and regulatory expectations, work with Microsoft and suppliers, support audit readiness, and help shape procurement or business cases when needed. And as a people leader, you'll build an inclusive environment, develop your team and champion continuous learning and improvement. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hub/s in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester , Newcastle or Sheffield.whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £57,956 to £68,205. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,759. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay up to £68,205, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are looking for a Product Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? The ability to shape and communicate a compelling vision and roadmap for a security platform, aligning it to organisational risk appetite, security strategy, and wider enterprise priorities. Demonstrable ability to understand the needs of security operations users and translate these into strategic product outcomes that strengthen detection and response capability. Proven experience of engaging, communicating and influencing senior stakeholders across security, technology, governance, and audit, balancing competing priorities and building shared understanding. You and your role You'll lead on our Microsoft Sentinel product - setting the vision and roadmap for how we detect threats, automate responses, and helping us get the best out of our analytics. You'll work closely with SOC, Cyber Defence, engineering and security leaders, to turn real user needs into clear priorities and guide a multidisciplinary team through agile, usercentred delivery. You'll keep performance frontandcentre - improving detection coverage, alert quality, false positives, MTTD/MTTR and overall platform reliability. You'll also take ownership of the technical side of Sentinel: log and data onboarding, UEBA, automation playbooks, workspace design, RBAC, data retention and the full detectionengineering lifecycle, all supported by solid governance and quality assurance. You'll make sure Sentinel meets our security standards and regulatory expectations, work with Microsoft and suppliers, support audit readiness, and help shape procurement or business cases when needed. And as a people leader, you'll build an inclusive environment, develop your team and champion continuous learning and improvement. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hub/s in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester , Newcastle or Sheffield.whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £57,956 to £68,205. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,759. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Pay of £57,946, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours and great work-life balance. Are you ready to deliver complex, high profile digital projects that modernise some of the UK's most important public services? As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you'll join DWP Digital's delivery community - a team responsible for leading large scale technology change and modernisation across one of the biggest and most complex IT estates in Europe. You'll take ownership of major delivery initiatives that reduce legacy technology, improve resilience, and support DWP's mission to serve millions of people every day. You'll lead multi disciplinary teams, build capability, manage suppliers and drive the delivery of new and improved digital services. Whether you're modernising legacy applications, supporting payment transformation, or delivering integrations for other government departments, this role gives you the opportunity to shape services that have a real and lasting impact across the UK. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience leading and coaching delivery teams. You know how to guide multi skilled teams, set direction, remove blockers and help people perform at their best. Strong delivery experience across the full lifecycle. You've delivered digital or tech projects using Agile, Waterfall or blended methods and you're confident choosing the right approach. Experience working with suppliers. You can manage third party partners, track milestones and ensure work is delivered on time and to the right quality. Clear, confident communication. You can explain complex delivery activity to people at all levels in a simple, straightforward way. Commitment to ongoing learning . You proactively seek out opportunities to develop yourself - and encourage the same in others. You and your role As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you'll play a central role in delivering change across DWP's most critical technology platforms. We've got roles on a number or different teams and projects, so you could be working on modernising legacy systems, supporting the evolution of payments services, and leading projects that help us interact effectively with other government departments and external bodies. Whatever you're working on your work will make essential public services more reliable, secure and able to meet the needs of millions of citizens. You'll lead digital delivery teams of engineers, designers, user researchers and other specialists - typically up to a dozen colleagues - creating an environment where they can deliver their best work. You'll also manage a small number of direct reports and shape delivery capability more broadly across the organisation. Your projects may range from large scale application redevelopment, establishing and supporting BAU teams post delivery, to overseeing continuous delivery environments (rather than start and finish programmes). No matter the project, you'll bring structure, clarity and strong delivery discipline to complex spaces with many moving parts. Your ability to manage relationships, align priorities and keep delivery progressing will be key to your success. You'll work closely with architecture, security, networks, commercial, finance and policy colleagues, as well as external suppliers and other government departments. This is a role for someone who enjoys working at scale, solving complex delivery challenges, and wants to make a positive impact on public services. If you're motivated by meaningful work, large scale digital transformation, and helping teams succeed - you'll thrive here. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £57,946 per annum Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
12/03/2026
Full time
Pay of £57,946, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours and great work-life balance. Are you ready to deliver complex, high profile digital projects that modernise some of the UK's most important public services? As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you'll join DWP Digital's delivery community - a team responsible for leading large scale technology change and modernisation across one of the biggest and most complex IT estates in Europe. You'll take ownership of major delivery initiatives that reduce legacy technology, improve resilience, and support DWP's mission to serve millions of people every day. You'll lead multi disciplinary teams, build capability, manage suppliers and drive the delivery of new and improved digital services. Whether you're modernising legacy applications, supporting payment transformation, or delivering integrations for other government departments, this role gives you the opportunity to shape services that have a real and lasting impact across the UK. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience leading and coaching delivery teams. You know how to guide multi skilled teams, set direction, remove blockers and help people perform at their best. Strong delivery experience across the full lifecycle. You've delivered digital or tech projects using Agile, Waterfall or blended methods and you're confident choosing the right approach. Experience working with suppliers. You can manage third party partners, track milestones and ensure work is delivered on time and to the right quality. Clear, confident communication. You can explain complex delivery activity to people at all levels in a simple, straightforward way. Commitment to ongoing learning . You proactively seek out opportunities to develop yourself - and encourage the same in others. You and your role As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you'll play a central role in delivering change across DWP's most critical technology platforms. We've got roles on a number or different teams and projects, so you could be working on modernising legacy systems, supporting the evolution of payments services, and leading projects that help us interact effectively with other government departments and external bodies. Whatever you're working on your work will make essential public services more reliable, secure and able to meet the needs of millions of citizens. You'll lead digital delivery teams of engineers, designers, user researchers and other specialists - typically up to a dozen colleagues - creating an environment where they can deliver their best work. You'll also manage a small number of direct reports and shape delivery capability more broadly across the organisation. Your projects may range from large scale application redevelopment, establishing and supporting BAU teams post delivery, to overseeing continuous delivery environments (rather than start and finish programmes). No matter the project, you'll bring structure, clarity and strong delivery discipline to complex spaces with many moving parts. Your ability to manage relationships, align priorities and keep delivery progressing will be key to your success. You'll work closely with architecture, security, networks, commercial, finance and policy colleagues, as well as external suppliers and other government departments. This is a role for someone who enjoys working at scale, solving complex delivery challenges, and wants to make a positive impact on public services. If you're motivated by meaningful work, large scale digital transformation, and helping teams succeed - you'll thrive here. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £57,946 per annum Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Read more about Our Story here. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role As an experienced Penetration Tester you will be working with talented cyber security professionals to protect Starling customers, company assets and systems using the latest technologies and techniques. The primary objective for this role is to collaborate with, support, and guide Starling's engineering and operation functions to ensure our services are designed, developed and operated securely. As an experienced member of our penetration testing team you will directly interact with multiple areas of the business to understand requirements, define the scope and approach to testing (including undertaking appropriate research), and produce reporting information aligned to our risk framework. In addition, we understand the importance of knowledge and expertise remaining current and you shall support the continued advancement of our penetration testing through research, design and implementation of new solutions, including automation. Responsibilities Scoping and performing mobile, web application, cloud, and infrastructure penetration tests. Automation of security testing, and development of internal tooling, to achieve continuous assurance. Collaboration with engineering teams to facilitate secure development, including: Review and analysis of proposed technical solutions to identify appropriate security controls. Input and guidance to security related technical architecture and design decisions. Code review of features and critical security components. Practical security testing. Advising on remediation of security issues and processes to address root causes. Security assurance reviews of third-party solutions. Identifying and implementing improvements to the team's internal processes and procedures. Review, analysis and reporting of external threats relevant to Starling systems and solutions, in the context of Starling's desired security posture. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Ideally, we would like: 5+ years technical information security experience. Experience of mobile, web application, cloud and infrastructure penetration testing. Strong technical knowledge in: Mobile security (iOS and Android) Web application security Networking and associated protocols Cloud security (AWS and GCP) Containers and Kubernetes A desire to learn, and ability to apply technical security knowledge to new and unfamiliar areas. CREST, OSCP or similar industry penetration testing qualification A good understanding of applied cryptographic techniques. Reverse engineering and exploit development capabilities. Experience of security testing in an agile SDLC. Threat modelling experience. Experience performing code reviews, particularly in Java and Go. Experience of fulfilling a client facing security consulting role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in automation of security testing, with previous development experience desirable. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: First stage with the Penetration Testing Team Lead Second stage with additional members of the Penetration Testing team Final stage with Infosec Director and CISO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
12/03/2026
Full time
Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Read more about Our Story here. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role As an experienced Penetration Tester you will be working with talented cyber security professionals to protect Starling customers, company assets and systems using the latest technologies and techniques. The primary objective for this role is to collaborate with, support, and guide Starling's engineering and operation functions to ensure our services are designed, developed and operated securely. As an experienced member of our penetration testing team you will directly interact with multiple areas of the business to understand requirements, define the scope and approach to testing (including undertaking appropriate research), and produce reporting information aligned to our risk framework. In addition, we understand the importance of knowledge and expertise remaining current and you shall support the continued advancement of our penetration testing through research, design and implementation of new solutions, including automation. Responsibilities Scoping and performing mobile, web application, cloud, and infrastructure penetration tests. Automation of security testing, and development of internal tooling, to achieve continuous assurance. Collaboration with engineering teams to facilitate secure development, including: Review and analysis of proposed technical solutions to identify appropriate security controls. Input and guidance to security related technical architecture and design decisions. Code review of features and critical security components. Practical security testing. Advising on remediation of security issues and processes to address root causes. Security assurance reviews of third-party solutions. Identifying and implementing improvements to the team's internal processes and procedures. Review, analysis and reporting of external threats relevant to Starling systems and solutions, in the context of Starling's desired security posture. Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. Ideally, we would like: 5+ years technical information security experience. Experience of mobile, web application, cloud and infrastructure penetration testing. Strong technical knowledge in: Mobile security (iOS and Android) Web application security Networking and associated protocols Cloud security (AWS and GCP) Containers and Kubernetes A desire to learn, and ability to apply technical security knowledge to new and unfamiliar areas. CREST, OSCP or similar industry penetration testing qualification A good understanding of applied cryptographic techniques. Reverse engineering and exploit development capabilities. Experience of security testing in an agile SDLC. Threat modelling experience. Experience performing code reviews, particularly in Java and Go. Experience of fulfilling a client facing security consulting role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in automation of security testing, with previous development experience desirable. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: First stage with the Penetration Testing Team Lead Second stage with additional members of the Penetration Testing team Final stage with Infosec Director and CISO Benefits We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
