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Excellent opportunity for a Senior Software Developer to play a key role in architecting, developing, and enhancing our clients in-house trading and research systems. This is an opportunity to work on greenfield projects, influence architectural decisions, and directly impact systems that support real-world trading strategies. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute both technically and strategically, helping shape development standards, performance optimisation, and system scalability. You will primarily work within a C# .NET SQL Server ASP.NET ecosystem, developing high-performance, reliable, and maintainable applications. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications in C# and .NET Lead architectural discussions and contribute to technical direction Build scalable, reliable systems to support automated trading and research Develop and optimise database solutions (SQL Server or equivalent) Improve performance, reliability, and automation across systems Mentor junior developers and promote best engineering practices Participate in code reviews and enforce high standards of quality Collaborate closely with researchers and traders to translate requirements into robust software solutions Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tooling Required Skills & Experience BSc (or higher) in Computer Science or a related scientific discipline Strong recent experience with C# and the latest .NET platform 5+ years of professional software development experience Solid experience with SQL Server, Oracle, or equivalent relational databases Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and software architecture Experience building production-grade, scalable systems Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and a thorough, analytical mindset Desirable Experience in multi-threaded and concurrent application development Network programming experience (TCP/UDP) Experience with distributed version control systems (Git) Strong understanding of Windows technologies Exposure to financial markets or trading systems Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Lead User Researcher (Secure Environment) Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead User Researcher to support the delivery of a highly secure, business-critical capability. Working as part of a small, specialist project team, you will engage with senior stakeholders and end users operating in a highly controlled setting. Your role will focus on understanding complex user needs, workflows, and behaviours, and shaping how a new service is adopted and supported. This is not a typical digital user research role. Access to users, tools, and environments will be restricted, requiring a pragmatic, adaptable approach and the ability to operate effectively within strict security constraints. Due to the nature of the work, active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is required. Your work will directly inform business change planning, onboarding strategies, operational processes, and service design. Key Responsibilities Plan and conduct user research within a highly secure environment, adapting methods to align with access and security constraints Engage with senior stakeholders and end users to understand workflows, challenges, and operational needs Develop and maintain user personas, journey maps, and process maps reflecting the target user population Lead the production of business change assessments, identifying impacts, training needs, and transition requirements Define and document processes for how users and information move into and out of the secure environment Identify onboarding requirements, access controls, and any logistical considerations for users Contribute to the design of the overall service model, including support and operational processes Collaborate closely with delivery, security, and governance teams to ensure user needs are reflected in key decisions Document research findings clearly and appropriately for secure environments using approved tools and formats Essential Skills & Experience Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is mandatory Proven experience conducting user research in public sector or similarly regulated environments Strong qualitative research skills, including interviews, workshops, and contextual enquiry Experience working with small or hard-to-access user groups Ability to translate research into actionable insights, business change outputs, and service design recommendations Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and presenting findings clearly Strong written communication skills, particularly for governance and assurance audiences Experience working in Agile, multidisciplinary teams Desirable Experience Experience working in highly secure or restricted environments Familiarity with government service design standards and principles Experience producing business change, user impact, or service readiness documentation Working knowledge of collaboration and delivery tools such as Jira and Confluence

Role: UX - User Researcher - Mid Weight - 12M FTC Contract: 12 M FTC Shift pattern: Full Time Location: Nottingham Closing date: 15th April 2026 Recruitment Partner: Matthew Nelligan What you'll be doing We have an exciting opportunity available in the form of a 12 month fixed term contract to join our User Research team within Experimentation & Insights in Digital. Passionate about making digital products customer-centric? Fascinated with human behaviour? You could be our next customer advocate who can help our product teams make insight led decisions to create user-friendly products and services. We're looking for a curious User Researchers to join our growing digital team. You'll have the opportunity to work across healthcare and beauty as we work with our product teams to build a more customer-driven product lifecycle. As a user researcher, your role is to evaluate how customers are interacting with a product or service. You illustrate these behaviours to the teams so that everyone has a deep understanding of how customers are using our products. This understanding enables us to adapt them to better serve our customer needs. We're looking for someone who has experience as a User Researcher as you'll lead on your own projects, but will have the support of the wider team to share, learn and grow with. Key responsibilities You'll be leading your own user research projects working alongside a team of researchers and UX designers to support product teams within our digital, running their research activities to gather behavioural insights, from usability interviews to card sorting. Showcase users interacting with our products (or prototypes) to help teams understand user behaviours and any pain points. You'll task yourself with organising user sessions and coordinate with the team to get them engaged regularly around agile ways of working. Analyse research projects, both independently and with a team, to convey key findings to partners. This will involve qualitative and quantitative research to help us create a well-rounded view of the customer experience. Create reports and presentations and be able to communicate these to partners at different levels across the business. Provide product owners support and insight on the most important customer drivers to help them manage the backlog and provide insight into product development based on customer needs. Embed customer knowledge within product teams to help everyone have a shared view of the customer and their needs. This is running workshops, regular insight demos, group analysis sessions or contributing to our growing insights portal What you'll need to have (our must-haves) Must have experience conducting behavioural research (such as usability studies, questionnaires, interviews, observational studies, at this time we are looking for someone with User Research experience specifically.) Experience using prototypes would be beneficial. The ability to analyse data (preferably qualitative and quantitative) to determine areas to prioritise. Expertise In analytics would be an advantage. We will provide support for those with knowledge gaps across methods, but some experience is required. You'll get the chance to learn new methods when they're appropriate for the research question and learn from other team members. Strong communication skills to synthesis and present research results to various stakeholders in an engaging way, both verbally and visually. Keen interest in human behaviour and/or product development. (Degree in psychology, HCI, sociology would be an advantage). Preferably experience working within a product team and working with UX designers. Experience working in Agile would be beneficial. Experience with the product lifecycle and how research can fit into it. Rewards designed for you Boots Retirement Savings Plan Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more. Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme. There's lots more in our benefits and discounts, MyBoosts - there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that any salary estimates provided on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. A bit about us At Boots, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, creating a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included, they thrive, so we're committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time. What's next If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best. This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis. We hope to hear from you soon. Be brilliant with Boots.

UX Researcher (Digital Interaction) £27.24/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is an exciting opportunity for a UX Researcher (Digital Interaction) to join a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of vehicle engineering. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects that combine cutting-edge technology with user-centred design principles, all while contributing to the development of exceptional digital experiences. If you thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and have a passion for usability testing, this could be the perfect role for you. What You Will Do: - Plan and execute UX testing activities in vehicles and across prototype platforms. - Conduct usability testing across digital interfaces using both qualitative and quantitative methods. - Collaborate with UX Designers to identify friction points and support improvements to usability and flow. - Capture and communicate findings from user studies to internal teams in a concise and practical format. - Contribute to the creation of benchmarking insights, user personas, and attribute tracking. - Support early concept validation as well as final product assessment. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience conducting usability studies and user testing. - A solid understanding of user-centred design principles and interaction. - Confidence in testing physical, digital, and immersive prototypes. - Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings effectively. - A proactive and collaborative mindset, comfortable working in agile delivery environments. As a UX Researcher (Digital Interaction), you will play a vital role in shaping the digital experiences of tomorrow. Your expertise will contribute to the company's vision of creating intuitive and seamless interactions that enhance the user journey. This is your chance to be part of a multidisciplinary team where your insights will directly influence design decisions and product development. Location: This role is based in Gaydon, offering you the chance to work in a hub of innovation within the automotive industry. Interested?: If you're ready to make an impact and bring your UX expertise to a dynamic and inspiring environment, don't wait. Apply now to become a UX Researcher (Digital Interaction) and take the next step in your career! This role is Inside IR35. 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.

Senior UX Researcher £33.98/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to elevate your career as a Senior UX Researcher ? This is your chance to join an innovative company at the forefront of the automotive industry, working on cutting-edge digital in-vehicle experiences. This role offers an inspiring environment where your expertise in user research will directly shape the future of vehicle design and user interaction. With a focus on collaboration, creativity, and excellence, this company provides you with an opportunity to make a real impact while developing your skills further. What You Will Do: - Lead and co-ordinate UX testing across vehicles, simulators, and digital prototypes. - Conduct hands-on research, including study design, moderation, and analysis. - Mentor junior researchers and support their professional development. - Utilise Maze and other industry-standard research and survey tools to design and analyse studies. - Collaborate closely with designers and product teams to define research needs and translate findings into actionable recommendations. - Manage testing logistics and ensure high standards of research quality. What You Will Bring: - Strong experience in user research and usability testing, including in-person moderated studies. - Proven ability to run studies across a range of prototype fidelities. - Proficiency with Maze and common research tools such as Qualtrics, UserTesting, and Optimal Workshop. - Excellent communication and organisational skills. - A full UK driving licence and the legal right to work in the UK, ensuring regular on-site working due to secure prototype access. This company is committed to delivering exceptional digital experiences that enhance the lives of its customers. By joining as a Senior UX Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that every design decision is informed by robust research and user insights. The company values innovation, collaboration, and dedication, creating an environment where your expertise will thrive and contribute to ground-breaking advancements in the automotive industry. Location: This position is based in Gaydon, offering you the chance to work on-site several days per week in a secure and dynamic environment. Interested?: If you're ready to drive innovation and shape the future of digital in-vehicle experiences, apply today for the Senior UX Researcher role. Don't miss this opportunity to make your mark in an exciting and forward-thinking company! This role is Inside IR3 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.

Full Stack Software Engineer Join a trusted supplier delivering mission-critical solutions in the defence and national security sector. You will work on leading-edge technologies across AI/Data Science, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE, and Platform Engineering, developing solutions that protect people, platforms, and information against constantly evolving threats. The Role As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain mission-critical softwares. You will work on novel products that combine physical and digital systems, collaborate closely with clients to define strategy, and explore emerging technologies. Key responsibilities include: Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach Producing reusable and maintainable code Translating logical designs into physical designs and detailed specifications Documenting work using appropriate standards and tools, including prototyping where needed Working with emerging and well-understood technologies, identifying suitable design patterns Integrating APIs and UI components with existing data stores and services Maintaining and developing architectural components including data ingest, storage, and REST APIs Participating in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, demos, and epic decomposition Collaborating with user researchers and internal stakeholders to represent user needs Required Skills Java Enterprise development and Spring Boot Front-end frameworks such as React, VueJS, or AngularJS Experience with appropriate testing frameworks Technologically curious with the ability and willingness to learn new tools and technologies Security Clearance Candidates must be eligible to obtain DV security clearance due to the nature of this work. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

User Researcher (Mid-level & Senior) Location: UK-wide (Hybrid - 2 days per week in a local office) Salary: Mid-level: 50,000 - 55,000 Senior: 60,000 - 75,000 Our client, a leading digital consultancy working across the public sector and beyond, is looking to hire two User Researchers (one mid-level and one senior) to support the delivery of high-quality, user-centred digital services. This is a hybrid role , requiring two days per week in an office . The client has multiple office locations across the UK, including London, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Edinburgh. Candidates will attend the office closest to their home. The Role The successful candidates will work within multidisciplinary agile teams , helping to design and deliver digital services that meet the Government Digital Service (GDS) standards . You will plan and conduct user research, translate insights into actionable recommendations, and influence product and service direction. Responsibilities will include: Designing and delivering qualitative and quantitative user research Developing research strategies and roadmaps Working closely with designers, product managers, analysts and developers Advocating for users, including those with accessibility needs Presenting insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders Mentoring junior researchers (senior role) About You Candidates will have strong experience in user-centred design and human-centred research , with a proven ability to select and apply appropriate research methods. Experience working in government or regulated environments , agile teams, and contributing to GDS or service assessments is highly desirable. For the senior role, the ability to lead research programmes , manage stakeholders, and mentor others is essential. Additional Information Candidates must be based in the UK with existing right to work (no sponsorship available) Successful applicants will be required to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance , including 5 years' UK residency Pre-employment checks will apply This is an excellent opportunity to work on transformational digital services with real societal impact, while benefiting from long-term career development in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Interaction Designers Salary - 70k- 75k + Generous Benefits Package Hybrid Working UK Wide Deerfoot Recruitment is supporting a leading consultancy organisation with the recruitment of multiple Interaction Designers to support major public sector programmes. These roles offer the opportunity to work on high-profile UK Government digital services, delivering user-centred, accessible and GDS-compliant solutions within agile, multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Designing user-centred, accessible digital services aligned to GDS standards Producing high-quality interaction designs, user flows, wireframes and prototypes Collaborating with researchers, developers, product managers and stakeholders Presenting and justifying design decisions using evidence-based approaches Contributing to agile delivery across complex public sector projects Leading, mentoring and supporting designers (senior roles) Essential Experience Proven interaction design experience within GDS and the public sector Strong grounding in user-centred design from discovery to delivery Experience working in agile, fast-paced environments Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams Proficiency with tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision Line management or mentoring experience (senior roles) Location & Working Pattern Hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week onsite (Multiple base office location options UK wide) Security & Eligibility Candidates must be UK-based with the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Must be eligible for SC clearance (5 years continuous UK residency required) This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Interaction Designers seeking impactful public sector work within a collaborative consultancy environment. Interaction Designer / Interaction Designer (GDS) / UX Designer (User Experience Designer / UX Interaction Designer / UX/UI Designer / Senior Interaction Designer Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Experienced Senior UX Researcher to lead the delivery of user testing across digital in vehicle experiences. This is a senior hands-on role focused on planning, running and analysing research, while guiding and supporting a small team of researchers. It is not a people management position, but you will act as the lead practitioner for testing activities and guide day to day activities. What You Will Do Lead and coordinate UX testing across vehicles, simulators and digital prototypes Conduct hands on research including study design, moderation and analysis Mentor junior researchers and support their development Use Maze and other industry standard research and survey tools to design and analyse studies Work closely with designers and product teams to define research needs and translate findings into clear recommendations Manage testing logistics and ensure high standards of research quality What You Bring Strong experience in user research and usability testing, including in person moderated studies Proven ability to run studies across a range of prototype fidelities Proficiency with Maze and common research tools Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work on site several days per week Full UK driving licence and legal right to work in the UK If you are interested in this role and have the skills and experience required APPLY NOW! We will process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for the role. If we wish to consider you further, we will register your personal information in our database and contact you. We may contact you from time to time about other relevant roles. Your personal information will be securely held. For more information, please refer to our privacy notice, a copy of which can be found on our website. Select Engineering Limited.

UX Researcher (Digital Interaction) - (phone number removed) - £27.24/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is an exciting opportunity for a UX Researcher (Digital Interaction) to join a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of vehicle engineering. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects that combine cutting-edge technology with user-centred design principles, all while contributing to the development of exceptional digital experiences. If you thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and have a passion for usability testing, this could be the perfect role for you. What You Will Do: - Plan and execute UX testing activities in vehicles and across prototype platforms. - Conduct usability testing across digital interfaces using both qualitative and quantitative methods. - Collaborate with UX Designers to identify friction points and support improvements to usability and flow. - Capture and communicate findings from user studies to internal teams in a concise and practical format. - Contribute to the creation of benchmarking insights, user personas, and attribute tracking. - Support early concept validation as well as final product assessment. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience conducting usability studies and user testing. - A solid understanding of user-centred design principles and interaction. - Confidence in testing physical, digital, and immersive prototypes. - Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings effectively. - A proactive and collaborative mindset, comfortable working in agile delivery environments. As a UX Researcher (Digital Interaction), you will play a vital role in shaping the digital experiences of tomorrow. Your expertise will contribute to the company's vision of creating intuitive and seamless interactions that enhance the user journey. This is your chance to be part of a multidisciplinary team where your insights will directly influence design decisions and product development. Location: This role is based in Gaydon, offering you the chance to work in a hub of innovation within the automotive industry. Interested?: If you're ready to make an impact and bring your UX expertise to a dynamic and inspiring environment, don't wait. Apply now to become a UX Researcher (Digital Interaction) and take the next step in your career! This role is Inside IR35. 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.

Senior UX Researcher - (phone number removed) - £33.98/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to elevate your career as a Senior UX Researcher ? This is your chance to join an innovative company at the forefront of the automotive industry, working on cutting-edge digital in-vehicle experiences. This role offers an inspiring environment where your expertise in user research will directly shape the future of vehicle design and user interaction. With a focus on collaboration, creativity, and excellence, this company provides you with an opportunity to make a real impact while developing your skills further. What You Will Do: - Lead and co-ordinate UX testing across vehicles, simulators, and digital prototypes. - Conduct hands-on research, including study design, moderation, and analysis. - Mentor junior researchers and support their professional development. - Utilise Maze and other industry-standard research and survey tools to design and analyse studies. - Collaborate closely with designers and product teams to define research needs and translate findings into actionable recommendations. - Manage testing logistics and ensure high standards of research quality. What You Will Bring: - Strong experience in user research and usability testing, including in-person moderated studies. - Proven ability to run studies across a range of prototype fidelities. - Proficiency with Maze and common research tools such as Qualtrics, (url removed), and Optimal Workshop. - Excellent communication and organisational skills. - A full UK driving licence and the legal right to work in the UK, ensuring regular on-site working due to secure prototype access. This company is committed to delivering exceptional digital experiences that enhance the lives of its customers. By joining as a Senior UX Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that every design decision is informed by robust research and user insights. The company values innovation, collaboration, and dedication, creating an environment where your expertise will thrive and contribute to ground-breaking advancements in the automotive industry. Location: This position is based in Gaydon, offering you the chance to work on-site several days per week in a secure and dynamic environment. Interested?: If you're ready to drive innovation and shape the future of digital in-vehicle experiences, apply today for the Senior UX Researcher role. Don't miss this opportunity to make your mark in an exciting and forward-thinking company! This role is Inside IR3 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.

Job Title: Principal Data Scientist Salary: £74,200 - £99,250 Location: Cambridge/Hybrid with 2 day per week at the office Contract: Permanent  Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Are you excited by the challenge of applying data science and AI to problems that genuinely matter? At Cambridge Assessment, we are transforming how assessments are designed, delivered and marked worldwide. As a Principal Data Scientist , you will play a pivotal role at the heart of this transformation – leading our data science capability for AI-enabled assessment products used by millions of learners globally. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.  This is a senior, influential role where you will combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership. You will shape our data strategy, lead and mentor a growing team, and work closely with researchers, engineers and product teams to turn complex data into insight, innovation and trusted solutions. About the role    As Principal Data Scientist, you will lead the operational data science and analytics capability within our Assessment & Research Capabilities (ARC) function. You will be the data leader for automarking, representing ARC's data capability across Exam Technology and the wider organisation. You will: Set the direction for data science and analytics supporting automarking and AI-driven assessment Lead and grow a small, high-impact team of data scientists and engineers Curate high-quality data products used across research, machine learning and product teams Act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, influencing product and research decisions with evidence and insight Ensure sensitive exam and candidate data is handled responsibly and ethically Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include:   Lead data science, data engineering and analytics activities within ARC Define and own the data strategy for automarking and related AI capabilities Design and oversee data warehouses, pipelines and integrations with the wider organisation Translate complex business and research needs into robust data solutions Provide expert input into product, research and architectural decisions, up to board level Build strong relationships with internal teams and external research partners Champion best practice in data quality, DataOps and analytics engineering This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.  About You    To be successful in this role, you will bring: Extensive experience in data science, analytics or analytics engineering in a complex environment Advanced SQL skills, including writing, analysing and optimising large analytical queries Strong experience with a data science programming language such as Python, R or Julia Hands-on experience with data transformation tools such as dbt, Dataform or SQLMesh Experience using BI and visualisation tools such as Metabase, Looker, Tableau or Power BI A strong understanding of data warehousing principles (e.g. Kimball methodology) Experience designing data models that enable self-service analytics Proven ability to translate business or research questions into data-driven insights Experience communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical and senior audiences Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding other data professionals If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following  desirable  criteria:  Machine learning or AI product experience Exposure to automarking, assessment, or high-stakes data environments Skills in experimentation and statistical analysis (A/B testing, forecasting) Familiarity with DataOps (CI/CD, testing, orchestration, observability) For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's  Offer of an Interview  commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the  gov.uk  website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits     We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible  rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:  28 days annual leave plus bank holidays  Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance   Discretionary annual bonus   Group personal pension scheme  Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary   Green travel schemes   Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be  13   March 2026.   We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place shortly after it closes. As part of the application process, you can expect:   At application stage: four technical questions to answer when submitting your CV. Stage 1 : 30-minute screening call with the hiring manager. Stage 2 : 60-minute session includes questions about key skills as well as a code review or whiteboard exercise. Stage 3 : 90-minute system design exercise with an assignment provided at least three days before the interview. During the interview, is where the designs are explained and discussed. Stage 4 : Leadership and cultural 45-minute interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.  Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.  Why join us   Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.  We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Technology Transformation Manager Salary:   £60,400 - £80,800 per annum Location:   Cambridge, UK – Hybrid Contract:   Fixed term, 12-month contract   Hours:   Full time, 35 hours per week Are you motivated by the challenge of turning ambitious technology visions into meaningful, organisation‑wide change? Join us and lead transformation that shapes the future of how we deliver impact across the globe.  We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.       About the role     As our Technology Transformation Manager, you will lead the scoping, shaping and delivery of transformative technology initiatives that directly support our strategic vision. You'll guide a cross‑functional team, ensuring that technology outcomes are high‑quality, aligned with business goals, and delivered with strong fiscal and operational control. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across global functions, providing structure, clarity and confident leadership through complex change. Key responsibilities and accountabilities include: Defining and shaping technology scopes, roadmaps and workstreams to deliver agreed business outcomes. Acting as the key link between technical programme delivery, Product Groups and Shared Service teams. Establishing technology standards, strategy and quality expectations. Managing business cases, benefits, KPIs and OKRs to track delivery and impact. Leading risk, issue and dependency management across initiatives. Overseeing technical readiness, testing quality and change action plans. Managing technical budgets and ensuring return‑on‑investment. Building strong senior stakeholder relationships across the organisation. Managing internal and third‑party supplier relationships to secure high‑quality, cost‑effective delivery. Providing coaching and indirect line management to technical team members. This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.  About You    You will have previous experience as a Programme Manager, Technical Programme Manager, Delivery Lead or Change Lead, with a strong understanding of large, complex programmes and multi‑faceted business or technical change. You'll bring a proven track record of delivering complex programmes on time and within budget, working closely with business stakeholders in global environments to establish and track benefits. You will be confident engaging and communicating at senior levels, collaborating across functions, and applying user‑centred design and Agile approaches. Your background will include embedding IT‑enabled business change, negotiating and managing third‑party suppliers, and overseeing recruitment, line management, coaching and mentoring to support high‑performing teams.  If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following  desirable  criteria:  Managing successful programmes (MSP) or equivalent Agile or Prince2Agile APMP or PRINCE2 (Foundation or Practitioner) certification SAFe certification Change Management (Foundation or Practitioner) or Prosci Change Management Certification Experience in service design For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's  Offer of an Interview  commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Please note that Cambridge University Press & Assessment will not ordinarily be able to provide sponsorship for vacancies of less than 12-months in duration. Applicants must therefore have an existing right to work in the UK to be eligible for this position. Rewards and benefits       We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible  rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:  28 days annual leave plus bank holidays  Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance   Discretionary annual bonus   Group personal pension scheme  Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary   Green travel schemes   Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.   We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be  Tuesday 10   March 2026.  We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place from week commencing  16   March 2026 .  If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:  First stage virtual interview via MS Teams. Final stage interview: in-person at our offices in Cambridge. You will be provided with a brief to complete a role related presentation which you will present during the interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.    Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.     We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.      Why join us   Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.   We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Principal Developer Team Lead Salary:   £51,400 - £68,800 Location:   Cambridge/Hybrid Contract:   Permanent This Principal Developer Team Lead position offers a pivotal opportunity to shape the technical future of a world-renowned academic organisation. You'll spearhead the migration of enterprise systems to cutting-edge cloud-native AWS architectures, while balancing hands-on technical leadership with people management responsibilities. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.  About the role We're seeking a hands-on Principal Developer Team Lead to drive the technical transformation of our Exam Technology Organisation as we migrate legacy enterprise applications to modern, cloud-native architectures on AWS. You'll balance technical leadership with people management, leading a team of 4-8 developers while establishing the foundations for our future technology stack. Your initial focus will be on two strategic priorities: Evolving our SRE function   - Building the DevOps infrastructure, automation, and tooling that enables Site Reliability Engineering practices across development and operations teams Advancing our AI development practice   - Establishing standards, frameworks, and best practices for responsibly integrating AI capabilities into our education platforms. What You'll Do Technical Leadership Lead migration of legacy applications to cloud-native AWS architectures Build DevOps automation to support SRE practices Establish AI/ML development standards and frameworks Set observability, monitoring, and incident response standards Promote best practices in web, event-driven, and cloud-native technologies Provide technical expertise and oversee code reviews People Leadership Manage and mentor a team of 4–8 developers, providing coaching, development plan Identifying training needs in AI/ML and SRE. Support recruitment and foster a culture of continual improvement and wellbeing. Delivery & Collaboration Deliver software in agile squads Collaborate with architects, SREs, product owners, and infrastructure teams Liaise with stakeholders to identify education sector needs Plan and estimate migrations and feature delivery Coordinate with service management, security, and AWS experts About you Essential   experience Degree or equivalent Proven technical team leadership Skilled in two or more modern programming languages Experience with AWS cloud and infrastructure DevOps skills: automation, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code Understanding of SRE and observability Experience in web-apps and modern frameworks Strong communicator with technical and non-technical audiences Technical Expertise CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and developer tooling Observability tools, monitoring, logging, and alerting systems Responsible AI practices and governance Event-driven architecture and microservices patterns Software design patterns and scalability best practices Security principles in cloud environments Leadership Qualities Ability to set technical standards and provide thought leadership Experience balancing people management with hands-on contribution Strong mentoring and coaching skills Collaborative approach that builds trust across teams Passion for continuous learning in AI/ML and DevOps Promotes inclusion and continuous improvement You'll be instrumental in our digital transformation, establishing the foundations for reliable, innovative systems that serve millions of learners, teachers, and researchers worldwide. By evolving our SRE function and advancing our AI practice, you'll empower teams to deliver high-performance solutions while responsibly harnessing cutting-edge technologies. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible   rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 18 February  2026. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:       A 40-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager.  First stage interview via MS Teams or in person. You will be provided with a brief to complete a role related task which will need to be returned by email in advance of your interview.  Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the   gov.uk   website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.   Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Job title: Senior Machine Learning Research Engineer Salary: £64,490 - £86,255 Location: Cambridge - Triangle/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)  Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Shape the future of AI-powered learning solutions with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for Machine Learning Research Engineers to join our innovative Applied AI team. You'll contribute to developing, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge AI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English's products and services.  About the Role  As a Senior Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and advancing AI-powered solutions that enhance Cambridge English products. Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of existing models and the development of cutting-edge technologies that address future business needs.  Key Responsibilities:  Technical lead in designing full-cycle AI solutions, including data collection and pipelines for reusable analysis, and monitoring and maintenance regimes for continuous development.  Research, develop, deploy, and maintain scalable AI-powered solutions for Cambridge English products.  Estimate time, cost and outcomes of technical solutions, and manage risks to ensure prompt delivery. Collaborate with product, validation, and business teams to transform capabilities into impactful product features, while setting appropriate expectations. Plan work and resources, including adoption of new tools, to ensure that the machine learning team stay at the forefront of AI and machine learning trends and position Cambridge as a leader in AI-driven.  Mentor junior team members.  About You  To thrive in this role, you'll have a passion for AI-driven innovation and the ability to turn ideas into scalable solutions.  Essential Qualifications & Skills :  Master's degree (or equivalent qualification and experience) in machine learning or AI/computer science with substantial machine learning component. Proven hands-on industry experience (minimum 5 years, not including internships) in designing, developing, and deploying machine learning solutions in production environments.  Strong track record of successfully translating academic research into real-world applications and products.  Ability to estimate suitability of candidate ML, NLP, LLM, and GenAI technologies for specific scenarios, estimate the time, cost and outcomes of different solutions, and apply effective risk management to ensure prompt delivery  Deep experience in Python and PyTorch/TensorFlow.  Industry experience in building scalable, production-grade AI services and automated data pipelines with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).  Proven ability to collaborate effectively in Agile/Scrum teams and contribute to cross-functional projects.  Exceptional communication skills for articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions.  Proactiveness in communicating issues and suggesting solutions.  Stay current with state-of-the-art research and applying emerging AI techniques to solve business problems.  Ability to supervise a sub-team and mentor junior colleagues (can be developed on-the-job).  Desirable:  PhD degree or equivalent qualifications and experience in computer science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a closely related field.  Experience in applying Natural Language Processing and/or Speech Technology techniques to solve real-world problems.  Experience in applying machine learning to educational assessment and learning solutions  Experience in leading research initiatives, contributing to patents, or publishing papers in machine learning or related AI fields.  Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible  rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.  We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 29 March 2026  although we may close it earlier if suitable candidates are identified. We'll set up interviews on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the  gov.uk  website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration.  Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Job Title:   Product Lead - Test Security Salary:    £70,000 - £93,700 Location:   Cambridge, UK - Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Contract:   Permanent Hours:   Full time 35 hours per week Deliver security‑focused product innovation that protects the integrity and global impact of the world's most trusted English test. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world‑leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. We're looking for a strategic and impact‑driven   Product Lead – Test Security   to join our team. This is a rare opportunity to shape how we safeguard fairness and trust for millions of learners worldwide—while working at the forefront of emerging technologies, human behaviour, and global security threats.   About the role    As our Product Lead for Test Security, you will be accountable for setting and delivering the product strategy for how we detect, deter and prevent test malpractice within our assessment products. You will build the roadmap for critical security capabilities—ranging from AI‑enabled fraud detection and enhancements to response analytics—ensuring solutions are scalable, ethical, and aligned with the organisation's mission to protect the integrity of our tests. You'll work closely with colleagues across test security, engineering, data science, research, psychometrics, operations, legal and compliance to deliver high‑impact features that balance robust protection with excellent user experience. Additional responsibilities and accountabilities include: Translating emerging threats and business needs into clear, prioritised product requirements. Leading product discovery to validate the impact and feasibility of solutions.  Partnering with technical teams to deliver secure, resilient and high‑performing features such as anomaly detection models and identity verification workflows. Defining and tracking product success metrics, including security efficacy, false‑positive rates and user impact. Staying ahead of industry trends, fraud behaviours and evolving risks in the assessment and broader trust & safety landscape. Ensuring solutions comply with regulatory expectations and uphold fairness, transparency and responsible innovation principles. This position is hybrid, requiring 40–60% of your time on-site in Cambridge for collaboration and face‑to‑face connection. Flexible working requests will be considered from day one, including adjustments for candidates with disabilities or long‑term health conditions.     About You    You will bring strong experience in product management or an adjacent field (e.g., trust & safety, risk technology, security platforms) and can demonstrate: Proven success delivering complex, cross‑functional products or systems. Ability to navigate ambiguity, make informed trade-offs and drive strategic clarity. Confidence engaging with data, analytics, and emerging technologies such as machine learning or behavioural analytics. Strong communication skills, capable of influencing senior stakeholders and translating complexity into clear direction. Experience working in high‑integrity or compliance‑sensitive environments (e.g., assessments, fintech, security, identity, edtech) is highly advantageous. If you meet the above minimum criteria, we encourage you to apply. Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate: Experience working in global or culturally diverse environments. A background in test security, fraud detection, identity verification or misuse prevention. Familiarity with psychometrics or assessment processes. Understanding of ethical AI, risk frameworks or responsible innovation principles. For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's  Offer of an Interview  commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the  gov.uk  website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits     We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible  rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:  28 days annual leave plus bank holidays  Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance   Discretionary annual bonus   Group personal pension scheme  Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary   Green travel schemes   Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be  5 February 2026.  We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place from  12 – 18 February 2026 . If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:  Virtual interview via MS Teams. You will be provided with a brief to complete a role related task which will need to be returned by email in advance of your interview.  Potentially a final stage interview: in-person at our offices in Cambridge. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.   Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.  Why join us   Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.    We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

Job Title:  English Technology Platform SRE Team Lead Salary:  £68,600 - £91,700 Location:  Cambridge/Hybrid (with 2-3 days per week in office) Contract:  Permanent  Hours:  Full time Are you ready to shape the future of technology platforms at the heart of Cambridge's academic excellence? Join us as our English Technology Platform SRE Team Lead and help drive innovation, reliability, and intelligent automation in a world-class environment. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.  About the role   The SRE Team Lead will lead a mature Site Reliability Engineering function within the Platform Operations Team, working closely with Platform Support and Engineering teams. This role demands strong thought leadership, technical depth, and strategic direction for the discipline, with a particular emphasis on leveraging AI-driven operations (AIOps) and FinOps practices to optimise reliability, performance, and cloud spend. Although this is a hands-on technical role, the SRE Team Lead will also manage a small team of SRE, providing clear direction and ensuring consistent, data-driven, AI-enhanced service delivery across the platforms while working collaboratively with existing support and engineering groups. Apply core SRE and DevOps principles—culture, automation, testing, measurement, and continuous improvement—to build and optimise pipelines focused on rapid, reliable software delivery. Integrate AIOps capabilities, such as automated anomaly detection and intelligent alerting, to further enhance operational excellence. Work with Solutions Architecture, Development, and QA teams to automate processes wherever possible, creating and improving stable CI/CD pipelines for both software and infrastructure. Develop tools that enable rapid provisioning of environments and resources across all teams, incorporating AI-assisted automation where beneficial. Use automation, observability, and monitoring tools to improve site reliability and proactively identify issues. Support development teams with troubleshooting, particularly in infrastructure, networking, and multi-tier application design. Serve as a subject matter expert for cloud services—especially AWS PaaS—while applying FinOps practices to ensure cloud cost transparency, optimisation, and efficient resource usage. Create and maintain robust technical documentation for the infrastructure of the English platforms, including operational runbooks enhanced with predictive and AI-supported insights. Stay engaged with developments in the SRE, DevOps, AIOps, and FinOps communities, continually introducing new practices and technologies to improve reliability, performance, automation, and cloud cost efficiency   This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.    About you A passion for Site reliability engineering and driven to understand, anticipate, and counter platform related issues before they become problems and staying up to date with the latest technological trends and developments Great communication allowing effective collaboration across technical leadership and various business stakeholders with the ability to present ideas and strategies clearly and persuasively. Demonstratable soft skills in motivating, inspiring and leading a team (direct line management is not part of the roles remit) Educated to degree level or equivalent and with a minimum of 5 years proven experience in a systems administration or dev-ops blended role. Experience implementing technologies such as Terraform, Github Actions & Containerization/Orchestration e.g. Kubernetes & Docker Expertise in Monitoring tools like New Relic, Grafana, Alert Manager and site24x7. Have extreme knowledge of cloud computing infrastructure, especially using Amazon Web Services (EKS, ECS, RDS, Route53 etc.) Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, communication and documentation skills Experience of working within an Agile product development environment. For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site. We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's   Offer of an Interview   commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the  gov.uk   website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Rewards and benefits   We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible  rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:   28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance   Discretionary annual bonus   Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary   Green travel schemes     Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 4th February. We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place shortly after it closes. If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:  A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager. Final stage virtual interview via MS Teams.  If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.  Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.  Why join us  Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.  We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. If you are ready to take the next step in your Cambridge journey, we welcome your application. Together, we continue to shape a culture where everyone feels empowered to succeed and motivated to make a difference— for ourselves, for each other, and for learners worldwide.

AI Engineer - Transform Government Communications with Cutting-Edge AI. Are you passionate about leveraging AI to drive impactful change? We are seeking an AI Engineer with experience in Large Language API's (from 2021), Generative AI and Python, to play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing AI products for Government. This role is fully remote and Inside IR35. 6 Month contract. Why Apply: 1. Innovative Impact: Be part of a team that has successfully launched Assist, an award-winning service that saves users an average of three hours per week. Assist is a business-critical tool for over 6500 Civil Servants across more than 300 public sector organisations. 2. Future-Focused: Engage with an exciting roadmap that includes developing synthetic AI-driven audiences and personalisation capabilities. Your work will directly contribute to the next generation of AI solutions within the public sector. 3. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside Developers, Data Scientists, User Researchers, and a Product Manager in an agile setting. Your contributions will be integral to the iterative development of a leading AI product. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain and iterate a web API using FastAPI, hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS). - Develop improvements to Assist, focusing on data ingestion, UI updates, and agentic possibilities. - Design and deliver new capabilities, such as conversational AI-powered synthetic audiences. - Collaborate with a Product Manager and other Software Developers to organise and complete tasks. - Contribute to technical decision-making, including Generative AI solutions around Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and prompt engineering. - Document and maintain Agile project responsibilities. - Develop features around sentiment analysis, data ingestion, and synthetic audience creation. Skills and Experience: - Proven experience in building Large Language Model-based applications incorporating tool usage and information retrieval. - Proficiency in Python programming. - Experience administering Amazon Web Services accounts. - Ability to take ownership of the entire feature development life cycle, from development and testing to deployment. - Experience in agile product delivery, working within a small interdisciplinary team. Be at the forefront of transforming government communications through AI. Your expertise will help shape a product that delivers real impact for the public, making a tangible difference in the efficiency and effectiveness of government services. For further information, contact Andrew Medhurst at Inspire People. Inspire People is acting as an employment business to the end user and candidates.

User Researcher - Contract Opportunity Harvey Nash is delighted to be working with a valued public sector client on an exciting User Researcher contract role. We're looking for a skilled User Researcher to join a multidisciplinary digital team, helping to shape user-centred services aligned with Scottish Government Service Standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a strategic digital transformation programme, working in an agile environment and engaging directly with users to improve service design and delivery. Key Details Rate : 450 per day (Inside IR35) Duration : 6 months Location : Edinburgh - 2 days per week on-site Start Date : ASAP Role Overview You'll be responsible for: Leading user research activities across digital projects Creating and socialising user personas, journeys, and site maps Producing wireframes, prototypes, and user flows for feedback Conducting usability testing and user interviews Embedding test-and-learn practices across the organisation Collaborating with product, digital, and data teams Ensuring alignment with SG Digital Standards Skills & Experience Proven experience in agile user research within public sector or similar environments Strong understanding of Scottish Government Digital Standards Proficiency with design and collaboration tools Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Azure, and Power Platform Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Relevant certifications in research methodologies or Microsoft technologies

Job Title: Visual Designer (Design System Specialist) Contract Type: Temporary Contract Length: 6 Months (with possibility for extension) Location: Edinburgh Princes Exchange (2 days a week onsite) Daily Rate: Circa 600/Day Status: Inside IR35 Working Pattern: Full Time About the Client: Join a leading UK banking organisation known for its innovative digital services and commitment to customer-centric solutions. With a multi-channel approach and significant investment in technology, this client is dedicated to transforming the banking experience for over 30 million customers. Who We're Looking For: Are you a creative powerhouse ready to bring digital experiences to life? We're seeking a Visual Designer (Design System Specialist) who excels at storytelling and thrives in a collaborative environment. Join our client's Experience Design team, where you will work alongside talented designers, researchers, and strategists. Ideal Candidate Will Have: Design System Leadership: Experience in building and evolving design systems that support scalable and consistent product design across iOS, Android, and web Is essential. Define and manage design tokens (colours, typography, spacing, motion) that translate brand UI Figma Expertise: Mastery of Figma, including advanced usage for creating reusable and accessible components is essential. Guideline Documentation: Ability to document usage best practises for designers and developers. Visual Design Experience: Demonstrable experience creating experience-led brand digital journeys. Demonstrable experience within Visual Design Collaborative Mindset: A desire to learn and support a busy multi-disciplinary team. Energy and Enthusiasm: A passion for visual design and a drive to innovate. Excellent Communication Skills: Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate designs effectively to developers and senior leaders. Your Role Will Involve: Creative Problem Solving: Use your design expertise to simplify complex challenges and enhance user experiences. Asset Creation: Design production assets, infographics, logos, and engaging interfaces for web and mobile applications. Digital Experience Design: Make the mundane exciting and create captivating digital journeys. Design System Mastery: Help scale and refine the digital design system to ensure consistency across platforms. Prototyping Excellence: Bring your designs to life using Figma and other prototyping tools. Collaboration: Work confidently within agile teams to define project priorities and visualise outcomes. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with design teams and senior decision-makers to align objectives with customer needs. Why Join Us? Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation. Contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of banking. Opportunity for professional growth within a supportive environment. If this exciting opportunity resonates with you, even if your skills don't perfectly match the job description, we encourage you to apply! We'd love to hear from you. Bring your visual design expertise to a place where it truly matters. Apply today! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.