Configuration Suite Manager Location: Kidderminster Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing Date: 30th April 2026 As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services we have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide our customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. We offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with Greensafe Global, our hardware specialist IT brokerage service. The Role The Configuration Suite Manager is accountable for leading and overseeing the Device Configuration and Commissioning department, managing the throughput of approximately 150,000 devices annually. This role is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining the highest quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that foster innovation, deliver cost savings, and enhance overall service excellence. Key Responsibilities: Competencies & Behaviours: Team Leadership: Manage, coach, provide clear direction and develop a team of , fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth. Operations Management: Oversee device configuration, commissioning, and QA (laptops, desktops, tablets, phones, servers, printers), ensuring throughput and service levels are met. Quality & Compliance: Set and monitor quality standards, conduct audits, and ensure adherence to customer and regulatory requirements. Process Improvement: Drive efficiency, cost savings, and scalability through automation, tools, and workflow enhancements. Lead initiatives to scale operations, supporting with device volumes. Stakeholder Engagement: Report on performance, risks, and opportunities to leadership, manage escalations, and support new service launches. Resource Planning: Allocate staff and resources effectively, balancing demand, cost efficiency, and service delivery. Skills and Qualifications Performance & KPIs: Deliver high throughput, on-time device configuration and shipping; achieve 98% first time-right quality rates; improve cost efficiency and staff performance. Decision-Making: Approve day-to-day operational changes, process improvements, and tooling adoption within budget; escalate major budgetary or contractual matters. Collaboration: Partner with internal teams (Head of Service, Technology Lead, QA, Logistics, Procurement, IT Ops) and manage external relationships with customers and vendors. Compliance & Security: Ensure adherence to ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, GDPR, and customer-specific security standards; maintain audit readiness. Future Development: Lead cross-site service standardisation, contribute to strategic innovation projects, and progress towards senior leadership opportunities Experienced leader with proven success managing large-scale IT configuration or technical operations teams. Strong people management skills, ideally with experience developing younger or less experienced teams. Skilled in operational planning, process management, and high-volume device handling. Knowledgeable in IT hardware configuration, quality assurance, and compliance standards. Analytical and data-driven, with the ability to interpret KPIs and implement meaningful improvements. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, with a customer-focused mindset. Familiarity with ITIL, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage. Benefits Opportunity to progress to Head of Service Operations or wider leadership roles. Staff discount, online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Greensafe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.
16/04/2026
Full time
Configuration Suite Manager Location: Kidderminster Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing Date: 30th April 2026 As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services we have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide our customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. We offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with Greensafe Global, our hardware specialist IT brokerage service. The Role The Configuration Suite Manager is accountable for leading and overseeing the Device Configuration and Commissioning department, managing the throughput of approximately 150,000 devices annually. This role is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining the highest quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that foster innovation, deliver cost savings, and enhance overall service excellence. Key Responsibilities: Competencies & Behaviours: Team Leadership: Manage, coach, provide clear direction and develop a team of , fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth. Operations Management: Oversee device configuration, commissioning, and QA (laptops, desktops, tablets, phones, servers, printers), ensuring throughput and service levels are met. Quality & Compliance: Set and monitor quality standards, conduct audits, and ensure adherence to customer and regulatory requirements. Process Improvement: Drive efficiency, cost savings, and scalability through automation, tools, and workflow enhancements. Lead initiatives to scale operations, supporting with device volumes. Stakeholder Engagement: Report on performance, risks, and opportunities to leadership, manage escalations, and support new service launches. Resource Planning: Allocate staff and resources effectively, balancing demand, cost efficiency, and service delivery. Skills and Qualifications Performance & KPIs: Deliver high throughput, on-time device configuration and shipping; achieve 98% first time-right quality rates; improve cost efficiency and staff performance. Decision-Making: Approve day-to-day operational changes, process improvements, and tooling adoption within budget; escalate major budgetary or contractual matters. Collaboration: Partner with internal teams (Head of Service, Technology Lead, QA, Logistics, Procurement, IT Ops) and manage external relationships with customers and vendors. Compliance & Security: Ensure adherence to ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, GDPR, and customer-specific security standards; maintain audit readiness. Future Development: Lead cross-site service standardisation, contribute to strategic innovation projects, and progress towards senior leadership opportunities Experienced leader with proven success managing large-scale IT configuration or technical operations teams. Strong people management skills, ideally with experience developing younger or less experienced teams. Skilled in operational planning, process management, and high-volume device handling. Knowledgeable in IT hardware configuration, quality assurance, and compliance standards. Analytical and data-driven, with the ability to interpret KPIs and implement meaningful improvements. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, with a customer-focused mindset. Familiarity with ITIL, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage. Benefits Opportunity to progress to Head of Service Operations or wider leadership roles. Staff discount, online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Greensafe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.
A leading organisation undergoing major investment in its data and engineering capabilities is looking for a Senior Automation QA Engineer to strengthen quality across complex, distributed systems. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering and data engineering, supporting the delivery of high quality services and reliable data products at scale. You ll work closely with cross functional teams, driving automation, improving test maturity, and ensuring the accuracy and resilience of data pipelines and backend services. This is a hands on role suited to someone who enjoys ownership, technical depth, and influencing engineering best practice. Essential Skills & Experience Strong background in automation testing for microservices based architectures. Hands on experience building automation frameworks using Java or similar languages. Solid experience testing REST APIs, backend services, and service to service integrations. Proven experience validating data engineering pipelines (ETL/ELT, batch jobs, scheduled data builds). Strong SQL skills for data validation, reconciliation, and analysis. Experience with data warehouses, data lakes, or big data platforms such as Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, or Spark. Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI). Experience working with Git based version control. Exposure to cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture. This contract is inside IR35. You will be required to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the project.
16/04/2026
Contractor
A leading organisation undergoing major investment in its data and engineering capabilities is looking for a Senior Automation QA Engineer to strengthen quality across complex, distributed systems. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering and data engineering, supporting the delivery of high quality services and reliable data products at scale. You ll work closely with cross functional teams, driving automation, improving test maturity, and ensuring the accuracy and resilience of data pipelines and backend services. This is a hands on role suited to someone who enjoys ownership, technical depth, and influencing engineering best practice. Essential Skills & Experience Strong background in automation testing for microservices based architectures. Hands on experience building automation frameworks using Java or similar languages. Solid experience testing REST APIs, backend services, and service to service integrations. Proven experience validating data engineering pipelines (ETL/ELT, batch jobs, scheduled data builds). Strong SQL skills for data validation, reconciliation, and analysis. Experience with data warehouses, data lakes, or big data platforms such as Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, or Spark. Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI). Experience working with Git based version control. Exposure to cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture. This contract is inside IR35. You will be required to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the project.
Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - Health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). They are looking for a talented individual who will design, implement, and maintain their publishing software, systems, and customer-facing digital products. Requirements Design and implement systems and software to meet requirements using appropriate tools and methods. Promote the creation of high-quality code by commitment to practices such as test-driven development, pair programming and code review. Be responsible for the technical development of all stages of software creation, including testing; ensure that implementation meets security, performance, and safety requirements. Suggest improvements to the code base, development processes, tooling and working practices. Encourage innovation by identifying, evaluating and adoption of emerging technologies. Assist with the design, implementation, and testing of APIs that adhere to the Open API specification Knowledge & Skills for this job Able to demonstrate commercial software development experience. Practical experience in system design, development, testing and operational stability. Deep knowledge and experience in Python and its ecosystem, patterns and pitfalls. Experience applying continuous delivery, test driven development and pair programming. Experience of working in an agile environment and an understanding of Scrum principles in particular. Experience writing and consuming RESTful APIs in Python. Experience with AWS services (Lambda, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch). Experience with creating web application UIs using ReactJS and with TypeScript The Directorate This role will work closely with our Head of Engineering, Head of Data Science, QA Manager, Lead Software Developers, Software Developers and Chief Technology Officer. The Team As well as the above teams, you will be working across the organisation. We are welcoming someone who sees opportunities, is proactive and energetic wanting to make a difference to the way we work and the way we support our members. Excellent opportunity to positively impact patient safety whilst working on complex, challenging and career defining projects. Basic salary £68,000 - 70,000 + excellent benefits Hybrid role - between 4 - 8 days per month in the London office, the rest remote
16/04/2026
Full time
Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - Health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). They are looking for a talented individual who will design, implement, and maintain their publishing software, systems, and customer-facing digital products. Requirements Design and implement systems and software to meet requirements using appropriate tools and methods. Promote the creation of high-quality code by commitment to practices such as test-driven development, pair programming and code review. Be responsible for the technical development of all stages of software creation, including testing; ensure that implementation meets security, performance, and safety requirements. Suggest improvements to the code base, development processes, tooling and working practices. Encourage innovation by identifying, evaluating and adoption of emerging technologies. Assist with the design, implementation, and testing of APIs that adhere to the Open API specification Knowledge & Skills for this job Able to demonstrate commercial software development experience. Practical experience in system design, development, testing and operational stability. Deep knowledge and experience in Python and its ecosystem, patterns and pitfalls. Experience applying continuous delivery, test driven development and pair programming. Experience of working in an agile environment and an understanding of Scrum principles in particular. Experience writing and consuming RESTful APIs in Python. Experience with AWS services (Lambda, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch). Experience with creating web application UIs using ReactJS and with TypeScript The Directorate This role will work closely with our Head of Engineering, Head of Data Science, QA Manager, Lead Software Developers, Software Developers and Chief Technology Officer. The Team As well as the above teams, you will be working across the organisation. We are welcoming someone who sees opportunities, is proactive and energetic wanting to make a difference to the way we work and the way we support our members. Excellent opportunity to positively impact patient safety whilst working on complex, challenging and career defining projects. Basic salary £68,000 - 70,000 + excellent benefits Hybrid role - between 4 - 8 days per month in the London office, the rest remote
Senior Engineer Ability to make clear and concise engineering decisions. This may at times be based upon limited information. An approachable individual that can work in isolation or as part of a wider team. Willingness to help other Department members when required. The ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience. Good written and spoken communication skills. Ability to write clear and concise technical reports. Good time management and Client management skills. Managing and mentoring junior members of staff. The ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously. Project management of Civil Engineering schemes, taking full responsibility for all aspects including but not limited to: oObtaining full project brief from Client. oThe ability to undertake the role of Design Team Leader for major projects with high Civil Engineering content oProduction of fee proposal. oHealth and Safety / CDM requirements. oLiaison with all key stakeholders. oResource programming and management. oCo-ordination of other RL disciplines to provide a single point of contact / response where necessary. oTechnical approvals (where applicable). oTechnical specifications. oTechnical standards. oQA. oProject deadlines. oDelegation of work as required to other staff and checking of their work. oFinancial management (project spend / fee / profitability) and the ability to identify where additional fees may be required. oInvoicing. oDebt recovery (in conjunction with accounts). Good problem solving capabilities. Highly competent user of engineering software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage and XP Site. Robust knowledge of all relevant technical approval processes including Section 38 and 278 of the Highways Act and Section 104, 106 and 185 of the Water Industry Act. Good knowledge of Sewers for Adoption, Manual for Streets, Building Regulations, CIRIA 753 and the relevant sections of the Water Industry Act, Highway Act and DMRB. Keep up to date with industry changes including but not limited to changes in legislation, regulations, technical standards, innovative products and software updates. The ability to undertake design work at all stages, from concept / feasibility through detailed design to construction issue. The ability to design Primary Infrastructure. Understanding of ground conditions and the implications on Civil Engineering design. The ability to undertake ground modelling and cut / fill analysis for designs such as bulk earthworks and Section 278 surfacing. Ability to check own work before passing to a senior member of staff for approval. Good knowledge of Civil Engineering construction principles. Ability to prepare documentation for both planning submission and planning condition sign-off. Good knowledge of the planning process and an understanding of other parties involved. Clear understanding of CDM and how it applies to the role you undertake. Understanding of and ability to review and recommend for sign off Appointment Documents, Letters of Reliance and Warranty Documents. Maintain regular liaison with Clients to develop good working relationships. Understand Client needs and agree best value technical solutions to meet project challenges. Working with internal market leads to help promote and sell company services.
16/04/2026
Full time
Senior Engineer Ability to make clear and concise engineering decisions. This may at times be based upon limited information. An approachable individual that can work in isolation or as part of a wider team. Willingness to help other Department members when required. The ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience. Good written and spoken communication skills. Ability to write clear and concise technical reports. Good time management and Client management skills. Managing and mentoring junior members of staff. The ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously. Project management of Civil Engineering schemes, taking full responsibility for all aspects including but not limited to: oObtaining full project brief from Client. oThe ability to undertake the role of Design Team Leader for major projects with high Civil Engineering content oProduction of fee proposal. oHealth and Safety / CDM requirements. oLiaison with all key stakeholders. oResource programming and management. oCo-ordination of other RL disciplines to provide a single point of contact / response where necessary. oTechnical approvals (where applicable). oTechnical specifications. oTechnical standards. oQA. oProject deadlines. oDelegation of work as required to other staff and checking of their work. oFinancial management (project spend / fee / profitability) and the ability to identify where additional fees may be required. oInvoicing. oDebt recovery (in conjunction with accounts). Good problem solving capabilities. Highly competent user of engineering software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage and XP Site. Robust knowledge of all relevant technical approval processes including Section 38 and 278 of the Highways Act and Section 104, 106 and 185 of the Water Industry Act. Good knowledge of Sewers for Adoption, Manual for Streets, Building Regulations, CIRIA 753 and the relevant sections of the Water Industry Act, Highway Act and DMRB. Keep up to date with industry changes including but not limited to changes in legislation, regulations, technical standards, innovative products and software updates. The ability to undertake design work at all stages, from concept / feasibility through detailed design to construction issue. The ability to design Primary Infrastructure. Understanding of ground conditions and the implications on Civil Engineering design. The ability to undertake ground modelling and cut / fill analysis for designs such as bulk earthworks and Section 278 surfacing. Ability to check own work before passing to a senior member of staff for approval. Good knowledge of Civil Engineering construction principles. Ability to prepare documentation for both planning submission and planning condition sign-off. Good knowledge of the planning process and an understanding of other parties involved. Clear understanding of CDM and how it applies to the role you undertake. Understanding of and ability to review and recommend for sign off Appointment Documents, Letters of Reliance and Warranty Documents. Maintain regular liaison with Clients to develop good working relationships. Understand Client needs and agree best value technical solutions to meet project challenges. Working with internal market leads to help promote and sell company services.
C++ Developer London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in a central London office) £55,000 - £75,000 + bonus & benefits Overview We're working with a global organisation operating at the heart of financial markets, connecting clients to liquidity, data, and trading solutions across multiple asset classes. With a strong engineering culture and a focus on performance, they build systems that operate at scale in fast-moving, Real Time environments. They're now looking for a C++ Developer to join their team. This role sits firmly at junior to mid-level and would suit someone with a solid foundation in C++ who's keen to deepen their experience working on high-performance systems. You'll be part of a collaborative team building and maintaining applications that underpin critical trading and analytics workflows. It's a great opportunity to work on complex, real-world systems without needing to take on heavy design ownership or architectural responsibility at this stage in your career. The Role You'll be contributing to the development and support of C++ applications used across the business. The work is hands-on and varied, ranging from feature development to debugging and performance improvements. Day to day, you'll be: Developing and maintaining C++ applications in a high-performance environment Supporting and improving existing systems, focusing on reliability and efficiency Troubleshooting issues, debugging, and working through production problems with support from senior engineers Collaborating with developers, QA, and other teams to deliver new features and enhancements Contributing to code reviews and learning best practices from more experienced engineers Getting exposure to Real Time systems and performance-focused development You won't be expected to lead system design or architecture, but you'll gain exposure to how these systems are built and evolve over time. What They're Looking For 2-5 years' commercial experience working with C++ (flexible for strong candidates) Solid understanding of modern C++ (C+/14/17) Good grounding in core programming concepts (OOP, memory management, STL, etc.) Some experience working in a Windows environment (this is the primary environment used) Experience with or exposure to AWS/cloud-based environments Many candidates will come from a Linux background, which is absolutely fine, but you'll need a working understanding of Windows An interest in performance, efficiency, and how systems behave under load Comfortable working as part of a team and learning from others Nice to Have (but not essential) Any exposure to low-latency or Real Time systems Basic debugging experience (eg working with logs, crash reports, or debuggers) Familiarity with tools like Git, CI/CD pipelines, or unit testing Some understanding of networking, Multithreading, or distributed systems Exposure to finance or trading systems (not required) Why Join? Work on systems that have real impact in live market environments Strong engineering team with plenty of opportunity to learn and develop Exposure to complex, high-performance applications early in your career Hybrid working (3 days in a central London office) Competitive salary with bonus and benefits If you're a C++ developer looking to step into a more challenging environment, gain exposure to high-performance systems, and continue building your skill set, this is a strong opportunity to do so.
16/04/2026
Full time
C++ Developer London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in a central London office) £55,000 - £75,000 + bonus & benefits Overview We're working with a global organisation operating at the heart of financial markets, connecting clients to liquidity, data, and trading solutions across multiple asset classes. With a strong engineering culture and a focus on performance, they build systems that operate at scale in fast-moving, Real Time environments. They're now looking for a C++ Developer to join their team. This role sits firmly at junior to mid-level and would suit someone with a solid foundation in C++ who's keen to deepen their experience working on high-performance systems. You'll be part of a collaborative team building and maintaining applications that underpin critical trading and analytics workflows. It's a great opportunity to work on complex, real-world systems without needing to take on heavy design ownership or architectural responsibility at this stage in your career. The Role You'll be contributing to the development and support of C++ applications used across the business. The work is hands-on and varied, ranging from feature development to debugging and performance improvements. Day to day, you'll be: Developing and maintaining C++ applications in a high-performance environment Supporting and improving existing systems, focusing on reliability and efficiency Troubleshooting issues, debugging, and working through production problems with support from senior engineers Collaborating with developers, QA, and other teams to deliver new features and enhancements Contributing to code reviews and learning best practices from more experienced engineers Getting exposure to Real Time systems and performance-focused development You won't be expected to lead system design or architecture, but you'll gain exposure to how these systems are built and evolve over time. What They're Looking For 2-5 years' commercial experience working with C++ (flexible for strong candidates) Solid understanding of modern C++ (C+/14/17) Good grounding in core programming concepts (OOP, memory management, STL, etc.) Some experience working in a Windows environment (this is the primary environment used) Experience with or exposure to AWS/cloud-based environments Many candidates will come from a Linux background, which is absolutely fine, but you'll need a working understanding of Windows An interest in performance, efficiency, and how systems behave under load Comfortable working as part of a team and learning from others Nice to Have (but not essential) Any exposure to low-latency or Real Time systems Basic debugging experience (eg working with logs, crash reports, or debuggers) Familiarity with tools like Git, CI/CD pipelines, or unit testing Some understanding of networking, Multithreading, or distributed systems Exposure to finance or trading systems (not required) Why Join? Work on systems that have real impact in live market environments Strong engineering team with plenty of opportunity to learn and develop Exposure to complex, high-performance applications early in your career Hybrid working (3 days in a central London office) Competitive salary with bonus and benefits If you're a C++ developer looking to step into a more challenging environment, gain exposure to high-performance systems, and continue building your skill set, this is a strong opportunity to do so.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Software Team Lead Salary Range: £55,000 £65,000 per annum Location: Hybrid, based in Bristol Join our client as a Software Team Lead! Are you a passionate Software Team Lead looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join their team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Software Team Lead, you will: Leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers and QA Specialists. Actively leverage modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve individual and team productivity, code quality, and learning, and support the team in adopting these tools effectively and responsibly. Foster a strong focus on delivering meaningful user outcomes, ensuring that technical decisions are grounded in a deep understanding of the product domain and real user needs. Encourage and enable the team to use product insight, user feedback, and data to inform design and engineering decisions, balancing speed of delivery with long-term value. Working with product and technical leadership to build a combined roadmap that balances product and engineering priorities. Working on anything from UI to core functionality and data stores, from fixing bugs to integrating new technologies. Joint responsibility for designing and implementing a scalable and high-performance software architecture using appropriate architectural standards and best practices. Writing clean, working, cross-platform C# code (.NET 8) and associated tests, and improving the standard of existing code as you touch it to make it more testable, reliable and maintainable. Working closely with Electronics Engineers, Product Specialists, UX Designers and other Developers to design, develop and support robust solutions. Collaborating with stakeholders and customers to build an understanding which helps to solve problems in a way that meets their needs. Assisting the Head of Software Development in recruitment activities. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Passionate about changing lives with assistive technology. Experience leading effective agile software teams, including first-hand experience of lean and iterative development. Good understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and their use in software teams. 5+ years of professional software development experience in modern C# or similar (e.g. Java, C++). Experience using AI-assisted software development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve development efficiency, code quality, or team effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to apply strong product and domain understanding to guide technical decisions and prioritisation. Track record of delivering measurable user or business outcomes, not just technical outputs. Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, architecture patterns, code reviews, source control, continuous integration, build processes, testing, and operations. Highly confident and experienced with automated testing from unit tests to system and integration tests. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Skilled in providing constructive feedback, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Their innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Their values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change resonate in everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on their technology for effective communication. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. They aim to minimise their carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining them, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting their sustainability efforts. Our Client s D&I Commitments They prioritise diversity and inclusivity in their work environment. Here's how they do it: Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with them. They believe in adding to their culture, not just fitting in. Their diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of their users and customers. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference? Join our client and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.
16/04/2026
Full time
Software Team Lead Salary Range: £55,000 £65,000 per annum Location: Hybrid, based in Bristol Join our client as a Software Team Lead! Are you a passionate Software Team Lead looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join their team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Software Team Lead, you will: Leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers and QA Specialists. Actively leverage modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve individual and team productivity, code quality, and learning, and support the team in adopting these tools effectively and responsibly. Foster a strong focus on delivering meaningful user outcomes, ensuring that technical decisions are grounded in a deep understanding of the product domain and real user needs. Encourage and enable the team to use product insight, user feedback, and data to inform design and engineering decisions, balancing speed of delivery with long-term value. Working with product and technical leadership to build a combined roadmap that balances product and engineering priorities. Working on anything from UI to core functionality and data stores, from fixing bugs to integrating new technologies. Joint responsibility for designing and implementing a scalable and high-performance software architecture using appropriate architectural standards and best practices. Writing clean, working, cross-platform C# code (.NET 8) and associated tests, and improving the standard of existing code as you touch it to make it more testable, reliable and maintainable. Working closely with Electronics Engineers, Product Specialists, UX Designers and other Developers to design, develop and support robust solutions. Collaborating with stakeholders and customers to build an understanding which helps to solve problems in a way that meets their needs. Assisting the Head of Software Development in recruitment activities. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Passionate about changing lives with assistive technology. Experience leading effective agile software teams, including first-hand experience of lean and iterative development. Good understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and their use in software teams. 5+ years of professional software development experience in modern C# or similar (e.g. Java, C++). Experience using AI-assisted software development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve development efficiency, code quality, or team effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to apply strong product and domain understanding to guide technical decisions and prioritisation. Track record of delivering measurable user or business outcomes, not just technical outputs. Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, architecture patterns, code reviews, source control, continuous integration, build processes, testing, and operations. Highly confident and experienced with automated testing from unit tests to system and integration tests. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Skilled in providing constructive feedback, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Their innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Their values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change resonate in everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on their technology for effective communication. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. They aim to minimise their carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining them, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting their sustainability efforts. Our Client s D&I Commitments They prioritise diversity and inclusivity in their work environment. Here's how they do it: Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with them. They believe in adding to their culture, not just fitting in. Their diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of their users and customers. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference? Join our client and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.
Morson are working with a leading Aerospace Manufacturer who are looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join the quality team the Stevenage site. Responsibilities The QA is fully empowered to manage all aspects of quality within the Spacecraft Production work area. Performing critical inspection activities and witnessing critical operations. Lead and influence the prevention of non-conformances and enforcing the quality mind set in the local work areas. Drive the efficient management of non-conformance and Cost of Non quality reduction. Collate build reconciliations and open points (e.g. open work orders). Perform Quality surveillance in the local work areas to ensure product quality meets the stated requirements. Ensure open actions from critical inspections are managed and tracked during all production phases. Attend and support PPS (root cause analysis) / IRB (internal review board) meetings where required Review and supply feedback of quality procedures, processes, documents and forms used during daily activities for accuracy and completeness Request and/or carry out a process audit as and when necessary Review Spacecraft Production work instructions for technical integrity, regarding product quality requirements through QVPs and standards, whether specific or more general. If needed, reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Reviewing drawings as needed in support of a work instruction review. Apply our Core Values to create an environment for success, set the example, uphold the standard and welcome challenges while maintaining integrity, commitment, confidence, teamwork, customer focus, respect and reliability Skill Set- Essential Good understanding of Quality Assurance and product assurance activities. Communication skills to motivate others to improve the quality of their work as well as to explain your findings clearly. Teamwork and leadership attributes with excellent written and oral communication and persuasion skills. Solid hardware inspection background. Willingness to work on shift, on-call or off-site when required. Knowledge of Space Quality standards would be a strong advantage. Desirable Lean, continuous improvement qualifications ESA qualification would be a plus Experience with 3D drawings (Catia,3DX) would be a plus Knowledge on composite/carbon would be a plus N.B. This is not suitable for Software Engineers If you are interested n applying for this position please submit an up to date CV
15/04/2026
Contractor
Morson are working with a leading Aerospace Manufacturer who are looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join the quality team the Stevenage site. Responsibilities The QA is fully empowered to manage all aspects of quality within the Spacecraft Production work area. Performing critical inspection activities and witnessing critical operations. Lead and influence the prevention of non-conformances and enforcing the quality mind set in the local work areas. Drive the efficient management of non-conformance and Cost of Non quality reduction. Collate build reconciliations and open points (e.g. open work orders). Perform Quality surveillance in the local work areas to ensure product quality meets the stated requirements. Ensure open actions from critical inspections are managed and tracked during all production phases. Attend and support PPS (root cause analysis) / IRB (internal review board) meetings where required Review and supply feedback of quality procedures, processes, documents and forms used during daily activities for accuracy and completeness Request and/or carry out a process audit as and when necessary Review Spacecraft Production work instructions for technical integrity, regarding product quality requirements through QVPs and standards, whether specific or more general. If needed, reject and assist manufacturing in the correction of errors. Reviewing drawings as needed in support of a work instruction review. Apply our Core Values to create an environment for success, set the example, uphold the standard and welcome challenges while maintaining integrity, commitment, confidence, teamwork, customer focus, respect and reliability Skill Set- Essential Good understanding of Quality Assurance and product assurance activities. Communication skills to motivate others to improve the quality of their work as well as to explain your findings clearly. Teamwork and leadership attributes with excellent written and oral communication and persuasion skills. Solid hardware inspection background. Willingness to work on shift, on-call or off-site when required. Knowledge of Space Quality standards would be a strong advantage. Desirable Lean, continuous improvement qualifications ESA qualification would be a plus Experience with 3D drawings (Catia,3DX) would be a plus Knowledge on composite/carbon would be a plus N.B. This is not suitable for Software Engineers If you are interested n applying for this position please submit an up to date CV
Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing an award-wining, Software provider based in the heart of Manchester, providing people solutions to over 50,000 clients worldwide. In this role our client is looking for a candidate that possess an ability to work in cross-functional product teams, in a truly agile way, delivering small increments of value to our customers very frequently. An Ideal candidate would have experience of REST, JSON and how to build clean architecture with TDD and BDD for mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have a positive, 'can-do' attitude, with a thirst for knowledge and the ability communicate knowledge effectively and work within a team. Key Responsibilities/Skills: Ensure that the initiative has a coherent Definition of Done and that your features are met. Able to communicate a complicated problem succinctly accurately and coherently to a team with different skill sets. Exhibit cross functional behaviour and support other competencies within the company. Able to negotiate and compromise solutions and find the balance between best practice, expediency and longer-term maintenance costs. Demonstrate, discuss and permeate current good practice in the skills specific to your professional family across other members of your professional family. Propose new technology, process or tooling to improve efficiency being aware of the future maintenance costs and consistency across other product teams. You make realistic commitments that you are confident of meeting and strive to do so. Maintain and improve engineering practice. Maintain and improve software quality for features built (TDD, Pairing, Peer Review, Static Analysis) Support the product owner and Development Lead in the provision of estimates that are at an appropriate level of fidelity for the phase in the development lifecycle. Support the QA in identifying describing and resolving defects. Support the BA in the elaboration of requirements. You take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of delivery from idea, marketing, sales and operation. Manage your own training requirements. Attend industry events and share the value with your Benefits: 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays. Day off on your birthday. Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Pension Plan and Life Insurance. Access to Employee Assistance Programme. Company incentives, access to discount schemes. Profit Share Scheme. 51434NB INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
15/04/2026
Full time
Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing an award-wining, Software provider based in the heart of Manchester, providing people solutions to over 50,000 clients worldwide. In this role our client is looking for a candidate that possess an ability to work in cross-functional product teams, in a truly agile way, delivering small increments of value to our customers very frequently. An Ideal candidate would have experience of REST, JSON and how to build clean architecture with TDD and BDD for mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have a positive, 'can-do' attitude, with a thirst for knowledge and the ability communicate knowledge effectively and work within a team. Key Responsibilities/Skills: Ensure that the initiative has a coherent Definition of Done and that your features are met. Able to communicate a complicated problem succinctly accurately and coherently to a team with different skill sets. Exhibit cross functional behaviour and support other competencies within the company. Able to negotiate and compromise solutions and find the balance between best practice, expediency and longer-term maintenance costs. Demonstrate, discuss and permeate current good practice in the skills specific to your professional family across other members of your professional family. Propose new technology, process or tooling to improve efficiency being aware of the future maintenance costs and consistency across other product teams. You make realistic commitments that you are confident of meeting and strive to do so. Maintain and improve engineering practice. Maintain and improve software quality for features built (TDD, Pairing, Peer Review, Static Analysis) Support the product owner and Development Lead in the provision of estimates that are at an appropriate level of fidelity for the phase in the development lifecycle. Support the QA in identifying describing and resolving defects. Support the BA in the elaboration of requirements. You take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of delivery from idea, marketing, sales and operation. Manage your own training requirements. Attend industry events and share the value with your Benefits: 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays. Day off on your birthday. Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Pension Plan and Life Insurance. Access to Employee Assistance Programme. Company incentives, access to discount schemes. Profit Share Scheme. 51434NB INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Role: Lead QAT Delivery Owner Job type: Full time Job location: Telford, UK (Hybrid) Job Spec: Own the end-to-end QAT delivery for one or more programs/products, ensuring right-sized quality strategies, risk-based test approaches, automation adoption, and on-time, high-quality releases. Responsibilities Develop and maintain quality approaches tailored to each programme or product, ensuring clarity and alignment across teams. Work with engineering, architecture, and product leads to anticipate risks early and influence design choices that improve testability and reliability. Consistently advocate for quality as a shared responsibility across the delivery life cycle. Serve as the senior quality advisor, helping teams interpret expectations, choose appropriate methods, and overcome delivery challenges. Provide mentorship to QAT engineers, automation specialists, and cross functional squad members. Facilitate continuous improvement conversations grounded in data and practical constraints. Shape or validate test strategies ensuring comprehensive functional, non-functional, and process coverage. Review team test artefacts (test plans, automation frameworks, performance strategies) to ensure they are robust and aligned to organisational expectations. Lead release readiness assessments, ensuring coverage, defects, risks, and compliance are fully understood prior to go live. Conduct or coordinate formal quality reviews, assessments, or audits across teams or vendor partners. Identify gaps in processes, trace root causes, and recommend corrective actions that can be adopted sustainably. Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and support compliance with standards and governance requirements. Promote consistent and effective use of testing and quality tools (automation frameworks, CI/CD integrations, analytics dashboards). Support teams in adopting, improving, and optimising test environments, datasets, and toolchains. Provide practical training, playbooks, or reusable patterns to help teams embed good practices. Deliver reporting that highlights insights, not just metrics, enabling leaders to understand quality trends and make informed decisions. Communicate risks and issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Shine a light on systemic challenges that require cross team or organisational action. Qualification & Technical Skills: Bachelor's degree (or Masters) in Computer Science or related field. 12-16 years of experience in managing testing of mobile apps, Web application, Test Automation, integration layer/APIs and Database Experience leading quality strategy across multiple squads or programmes simultaneously. Experience interacting with internal audits, compliance reviews, or regulated delivery environments. 5+ years of Banking Domain exposure, loan origination etc. Knowledge of DevOps, Agile processes and associated tools Very good knowledge in Software Testing life cycle, Defect processes, Triaging and Test tools Proven experience deploying enterprise automation, DevOps, Cloud, and CI/CD QE ecosystems. Expertise in regulatory, compliance, operational risk management and audit collaboration. Possess relevant certifications like ISTQB, CSTE, ISEB etc. to complement experience.
15/04/2026
Full time
Role: Lead QAT Delivery Owner Job type: Full time Job location: Telford, UK (Hybrid) Job Spec: Own the end-to-end QAT delivery for one or more programs/products, ensuring right-sized quality strategies, risk-based test approaches, automation adoption, and on-time, high-quality releases. Responsibilities Develop and maintain quality approaches tailored to each programme or product, ensuring clarity and alignment across teams. Work with engineering, architecture, and product leads to anticipate risks early and influence design choices that improve testability and reliability. Consistently advocate for quality as a shared responsibility across the delivery life cycle. Serve as the senior quality advisor, helping teams interpret expectations, choose appropriate methods, and overcome delivery challenges. Provide mentorship to QAT engineers, automation specialists, and cross functional squad members. Facilitate continuous improvement conversations grounded in data and practical constraints. Shape or validate test strategies ensuring comprehensive functional, non-functional, and process coverage. Review team test artefacts (test plans, automation frameworks, performance strategies) to ensure they are robust and aligned to organisational expectations. Lead release readiness assessments, ensuring coverage, defects, risks, and compliance are fully understood prior to go live. Conduct or coordinate formal quality reviews, assessments, or audits across teams or vendor partners. Identify gaps in processes, trace root causes, and recommend corrective actions that can be adopted sustainably. Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and support compliance with standards and governance requirements. Promote consistent and effective use of testing and quality tools (automation frameworks, CI/CD integrations, analytics dashboards). Support teams in adopting, improving, and optimising test environments, datasets, and toolchains. Provide practical training, playbooks, or reusable patterns to help teams embed good practices. Deliver reporting that highlights insights, not just metrics, enabling leaders to understand quality trends and make informed decisions. Communicate risks and issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Shine a light on systemic challenges that require cross team or organisational action. Qualification & Technical Skills: Bachelor's degree (or Masters) in Computer Science or related field. 12-16 years of experience in managing testing of mobile apps, Web application, Test Automation, integration layer/APIs and Database Experience leading quality strategy across multiple squads or programmes simultaneously. Experience interacting with internal audits, compliance reviews, or regulated delivery environments. 5+ years of Banking Domain exposure, loan origination etc. Knowledge of DevOps, Agile processes and associated tools Very good knowledge in Software Testing life cycle, Defect processes, Triaging and Test tools Proven experience deploying enterprise automation, DevOps, Cloud, and CI/CD QE ecosystems. Expertise in regulatory, compliance, operational risk management and audit collaboration. Possess relevant certifications like ISTQB, CSTE, ISEB etc. to complement experience.
Job Title: Data Engineer (ITEC CRS/FATCA) - Sage Max Supplier Rate: 500 (Inside IR35) Clearance Required: SC Duration: 6 months Location: Telford - requires attendance for occasional workshops (typically a couple of days per month) at one of our sites. Job Description: Demand on the ITEC CRS/FATCA project has dramatically increased necessitating the need for a new team to deliver the CRS/FATCA delivery. This developer role will be primarily working on Talend and Oracle RDS systems, within our existing Talend framework and patterns. Experience of ETL tooling will be needed, preferably Talend, but Pentaho/Informatica experience will be transferable. Experience working in Oracle RDS databases will also be required. Job spec: Create and maintain design documentation Develop project artefacts including (but not limited to) Talend jobs, Oracle DDL and SQL, GitLab Pipeline enhancements Review, capture and critique project requirements Investigate and resolve any defects/issues raised during testing phases. Review colleagues development and test artefacts. Support for Production promotion and warranty' support Raise and document a log of risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies (RAID) identified during development Conduct Component Testing of developed artefacts (including test data creation) Support QAs in conducting test phases and debugging issues identified throughout the development life cycle Create and execute test packs for Component Test automation Support Performance Testing phase Provide support and guidance to colleagues and mentor junior engineers Reporting to Lead engineer and any scrum-of-scrum discussions Skills: SC clearance Data ETL product experience - Talend preferred Oracle RDS Additional Requirements Hybrid role: requires attendance for occasional workshops (typically a couple of days per month) at one of our sites - Telford. Security Clearance: candidates must hold active SC Clearance UK government department.
15/04/2026
Contractor
Job Title: Data Engineer (ITEC CRS/FATCA) - Sage Max Supplier Rate: 500 (Inside IR35) Clearance Required: SC Duration: 6 months Location: Telford - requires attendance for occasional workshops (typically a couple of days per month) at one of our sites. Job Description: Demand on the ITEC CRS/FATCA project has dramatically increased necessitating the need for a new team to deliver the CRS/FATCA delivery. This developer role will be primarily working on Talend and Oracle RDS systems, within our existing Talend framework and patterns. Experience of ETL tooling will be needed, preferably Talend, but Pentaho/Informatica experience will be transferable. Experience working in Oracle RDS databases will also be required. Job spec: Create and maintain design documentation Develop project artefacts including (but not limited to) Talend jobs, Oracle DDL and SQL, GitLab Pipeline enhancements Review, capture and critique project requirements Investigate and resolve any defects/issues raised during testing phases. Review colleagues development and test artefacts. Support for Production promotion and warranty' support Raise and document a log of risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies (RAID) identified during development Conduct Component Testing of developed artefacts (including test data creation) Support QAs in conducting test phases and debugging issues identified throughout the development life cycle Create and execute test packs for Component Test automation Support Performance Testing phase Provide support and guidance to colleagues and mentor junior engineers Reporting to Lead engineer and any scrum-of-scrum discussions Skills: SC clearance Data ETL product experience - Talend preferred Oracle RDS Additional Requirements Hybrid role: requires attendance for occasional workshops (typically a couple of days per month) at one of our sites - Telford. Security Clearance: candidates must hold active SC Clearance UK government department.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Quality Assurance team in Bolton, providing support to both the Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams. Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity? Are you a Quality professional with a passion for problem solving? Working with our Manufacturing & Supply Chain teams you will lead the Quality Assurance activities on one of our complex Weapon System production lines, thereby supporting delivery of UK strategic defence needs. Co-ordinate delivery of the Quality Assurance activities across the Manufacturing Business Units to reduce production programme quality risks. Timely resolution of production line issues, by leading multi-functional teams through application of industry standard problem solving tools and techniques. Lead delivery of assurance activities associated with industrialisation of our production lines. Identify and mitigate production risks through implementation of PFMEA's, Control Plans, Special Process validation, etc. Lead Project Manufacturing Non-Conformance Panels, escalating critical issues to senior management. Ensure implementation of any Project specific non-conformance processes within manufacturing. Conduct non-conformance data analysis to identify trends, root causes and opportunities for improvement. Primary interface to Customer for project contractual deliverables out of our Bolton production facility. Additional role responsibilities: Support the Project team in developing cost effective project planning to assist in on time delivery of all contractual deliverables, whilst meeting MBDA policy and process. Collaborate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise the manufacturing processes. Support the delivery of Product Life Cycle Gate reviews, providing assurance of deliverables and ensuring timely closure of actions. Provide Quality reporting into Project, Manufacturing and Functional Programme Reviews. Drive the Quality culture within the Manufacturing domain to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of the quality strategy and risk assessments. Certify and release product to our customer in accordance with the contractual requirements. What we're looking for from you: Preferably degree educated, or substantial experience in Quality Management Practitioner of current QA problem solving methods (8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, etc.) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Excellent interpersonal skills are essential and able to influence others in a collaborative way. Highly self-motivated, and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks. Position is based at our Bolton site, but will require provision of support at our other MBDA sites. Some travel (both UK and international) maybe required. What's in it for you? The role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of Weapon Systems. What's great about the team? Join a collaborative and supportive team who work together to contribute to a shared ambition to deliver for our Armed Forces and preserve the company's reputation as the leading provider of Missile and Weapon Systems. Achieve all this while maintaining your work/life balance Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
15/04/2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Quality Assurance team in Bolton, providing support to both the Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams. Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity? Are you a Quality professional with a passion for problem solving? Working with our Manufacturing & Supply Chain teams you will lead the Quality Assurance activities on one of our complex Weapon System production lines, thereby supporting delivery of UK strategic defence needs. Co-ordinate delivery of the Quality Assurance activities across the Manufacturing Business Units to reduce production programme quality risks. Timely resolution of production line issues, by leading multi-functional teams through application of industry standard problem solving tools and techniques. Lead delivery of assurance activities associated with industrialisation of our production lines. Identify and mitigate production risks through implementation of PFMEA's, Control Plans, Special Process validation, etc. Lead Project Manufacturing Non-Conformance Panels, escalating critical issues to senior management. Ensure implementation of any Project specific non-conformance processes within manufacturing. Conduct non-conformance data analysis to identify trends, root causes and opportunities for improvement. Primary interface to Customer for project contractual deliverables out of our Bolton production facility. Additional role responsibilities: Support the Project team in developing cost effective project planning to assist in on time delivery of all contractual deliverables, whilst meeting MBDA policy and process. Collaborate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise the manufacturing processes. Support the delivery of Product Life Cycle Gate reviews, providing assurance of deliverables and ensuring timely closure of actions. Provide Quality reporting into Project, Manufacturing and Functional Programme Reviews. Drive the Quality culture within the Manufacturing domain to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of the quality strategy and risk assessments. Certify and release product to our customer in accordance with the contractual requirements. What we're looking for from you: Preferably degree educated, or substantial experience in Quality Management Practitioner of current QA problem solving methods (8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, etc.) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Excellent interpersonal skills are essential and able to influence others in a collaborative way. Highly self-motivated, and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks. Position is based at our Bolton site, but will require provision of support at our other MBDA sites. Some travel (both UK and international) maybe required. What's in it for you? The role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of Weapon Systems. What's great about the team? Join a collaborative and supportive team who work together to contribute to a shared ambition to deliver for our Armed Forces and preserve the company's reputation as the leading provider of Missile and Weapon Systems. Achieve all this while maintaining your work/life balance Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Automation Test Manager Salary - £65,000.00 per annum Fully Remote We are working with a forward thinking technology consultancy seeking an experienced Test Automation lead to drive innovation, best practice and technical excellence across their QA and automation services This is a role where you will shape automation strategy, mentor distributed QA teams and oversee the development of cutting edge automation frameworks. You will also play a key role in demonstrating the value of automation to clients and ensuring solutions remain aligned with modern engineering standards Key Skills and Experience Maintain and evolve QA best practices, standards and supporting documentation Drive continuous learning initiatives Build strong relationships with internal teams, clients and third party partners Designed and build automation frameworks on a range of technology and toolsets covering Unit, API, UI Level automation (Ideally Playwright/typescript) Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines, including non functional testing capabilities 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.
15/04/2026
Full time
Automation Test Manager Salary - £65,000.00 per annum Fully Remote We are working with a forward thinking technology consultancy seeking an experienced Test Automation lead to drive innovation, best practice and technical excellence across their QA and automation services This is a role where you will shape automation strategy, mentor distributed QA teams and oversee the development of cutting edge automation frameworks. You will also play a key role in demonstrating the value of automation to clients and ensuring solutions remain aligned with modern engineering standards Key Skills and Experience Maintain and evolve QA best practices, standards and supporting documentation Drive continuous learning initiatives Build strong relationships with internal teams, clients and third party partners Designed and build automation frameworks on a range of technology and toolsets covering Unit, API, UI Level automation (Ideally Playwright/typescript) Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines, including non functional testing capabilities 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.
About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Project Manager to work for our client within the finance industry. This is initially a 12 month contract with very good prospects to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London. Our client is seeking a Project Manager to delivery Client Implementation Projects for predominantly Corporate Actions & Income Processing. You will work closely with the client to agree on the project scope and plan and ensure that the project adheres to the firm's delivery standards and ensuring that both client and internal teams are held accountable. Strong influencing skills are needed to keep deliveries on track and ensure contractual obligations are met. Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end SaaS/software implementation projects from project initiation through go-live. Partner with clients to define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and success criteria. Develop and maintain detailed project plans and proactively track milestones and dependencies. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, QA, Data/Conversion, and Client stakeholders. Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and steering discussions with internal and external stakeholders. Identify, manage, and escalate risks and issues to ensure timely resolution. Track scope changes and support structured change management processes. Coordinate and manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring effective defect tracking and prioritization. Oversee data migration activities in collaboration with internal analysts and client teams. Support Program Increment planning and participate in relevant Agile ceremonies. Ensure readiness for go-live and coordinate transition to production support teams. Contribute to continuous improvement of implementation processes and delivery standards. About You 3-6 years of experience managing end-to-end software or SaaS delivery projects. Proven experience delivering technology projects within a banking, financial services, or software vendor environment. Solid hands-on experience across core project management areas including planning, scheduling, risk and issue management, scope/change tracking, and status reporting. Experience tracking project financials and timelines Experience working directly with external clients in a delivery or implementation capacity. Ability to independently manage small-to-medium implementation projects with minimal oversight. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both business and technical stakeholders. Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. Self-motivated and comfortable working across globally distributed teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-driven environment. Strong problem-solving skills and confidence in challenging and clarifying requirements when needed. Willingness to work in a hybrid model (2-3 days per week in the office). Nice to Have Knowledge of Corporate Actions Processing or Asset Servicing. Experience using JIRA and Confluence. Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) are a plus About Us FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws. Why join us Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field Annual leave and work-place pension
14/04/2026
Contractor
About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Project Manager to work for our client within the finance industry. This is initially a 12 month contract with very good prospects to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London. Our client is seeking a Project Manager to delivery Client Implementation Projects for predominantly Corporate Actions & Income Processing. You will work closely with the client to agree on the project scope and plan and ensure that the project adheres to the firm's delivery standards and ensuring that both client and internal teams are held accountable. Strong influencing skills are needed to keep deliveries on track and ensure contractual obligations are met. Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end SaaS/software implementation projects from project initiation through go-live. Partner with clients to define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and success criteria. Develop and maintain detailed project plans and proactively track milestones and dependencies. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, QA, Data/Conversion, and Client stakeholders. Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and steering discussions with internal and external stakeholders. Identify, manage, and escalate risks and issues to ensure timely resolution. Track scope changes and support structured change management processes. Coordinate and manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring effective defect tracking and prioritization. Oversee data migration activities in collaboration with internal analysts and client teams. Support Program Increment planning and participate in relevant Agile ceremonies. Ensure readiness for go-live and coordinate transition to production support teams. Contribute to continuous improvement of implementation processes and delivery standards. About You 3-6 years of experience managing end-to-end software or SaaS delivery projects. Proven experience delivering technology projects within a banking, financial services, or software vendor environment. Solid hands-on experience across core project management areas including planning, scheduling, risk and issue management, scope/change tracking, and status reporting. Experience tracking project financials and timelines Experience working directly with external clients in a delivery or implementation capacity. Ability to independently manage small-to-medium implementation projects with minimal oversight. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both business and technical stakeholders. Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. Self-motivated and comfortable working across globally distributed teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-driven environment. Strong problem-solving skills and confidence in challenging and clarifying requirements when needed. Willingness to work in a hybrid model (2-3 days per week in the office). Nice to Have Knowledge of Corporate Actions Processing or Asset Servicing. Experience using JIRA and Confluence. Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) are a plus About Us FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws. Why join us Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field Annual leave and work-place pension
We are looking for a skilled React Developer (3-5 years overall experience) who can design, build, and maintain high-quality, user-facing application components. The ideal candidate will focus on delivering responsive, accessible, and performant front-end solutions while collaborating closely with backend, QA, and product teams across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). This role requires strong front-end engineering fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within agile, multi-team delivery environments. Technical Skills: Strong experience developing applications using React and modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3. Experience translating UI/UX designs and business requirements into clean, maintainable, and reusable front-end code. Strong understanding of performance optimization, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility. Experience integrating front-end components with RESTful APIs and backend services. Experience working within enterprise-scale application environments. Strong knowledge of React component architecture, hooks, and functional programming patterns Profiling and debugging performance issues using browser and React Dev Tools Process Skills: Develop and maintain reusable UI components following established development standards and best practices. Participate actively in code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and knowledge sharing. Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, backend developers, and QA teams within agile delivery models. Ensure front-end solutions meet non-functional requirements related to performance, accessibility, and security. Contribute to continuous improvement of front-end development practices, tools, and processes across teams. Behavioral Skills : Good Attitude Quick learner Leadership Team player Flexible to work with client
14/04/2026
Contractor
We are looking for a skilled React Developer (3-5 years overall experience) who can design, build, and maintain high-quality, user-facing application components. The ideal candidate will focus on delivering responsive, accessible, and performant front-end solutions while collaborating closely with backend, QA, and product teams across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). This role requires strong front-end engineering fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within agile, multi-team delivery environments. Technical Skills: Strong experience developing applications using React and modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3. Experience translating UI/UX designs and business requirements into clean, maintainable, and reusable front-end code. Strong understanding of performance optimization, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility. Experience integrating front-end components with RESTful APIs and backend services. Experience working within enterprise-scale application environments. Strong knowledge of React component architecture, hooks, and functional programming patterns Profiling and debugging performance issues using browser and React Dev Tools Process Skills: Develop and maintain reusable UI components following established development standards and best practices. Participate actively in code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and knowledge sharing. Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, backend developers, and QA teams within agile delivery models. Ensure front-end solutions meet non-functional requirements related to performance, accessibility, and security. Contribute to continuous improvement of front-end development practices, tools, and processes across teams. Behavioral Skills : Good Attitude Quick learner Leadership Team player Flexible to work with client
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Hook, Hampshire
Infrastructure Design Engineer + 6 month contract + Fully remote workinh + Up to 520 per day + SC Cleared role Key Skills: + Strong background in Wintel Infrastructure + AD, Exchange, GPO, DNS/DHCP + Automation Overview: Are you a skilled Infrastructure Engineer ready to make a strategic impact within a dynamic environment? We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team on a pivotal contract, focusing on designing and deploying scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely within a collaborative setting, supporting critical systems that drive operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for innovative infrastructure design, this is your chance to contribute to high-stakes projects with a leading organization. Required Skills: Proven experience in developing scalable and efficient system architectures Strong automation skills for deployment, configuration, and management of applications Proficiency in monitoring system performance and proactively resolving issues Deep understanding of security standards and regulatory compliance Excellent collaboration skills, working closely with development, QA, and operations teams Technical expertise in Kubernetes, containers, and Azure cloud platform Active SC clearance (MOD SC clearance preferred) and sole UK nationality Nice to Have Skills: Experience with additional cloud platforms or infrastructure tools Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Preferred Education and Experience: Relevant degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Demonstrated experience in infrastructure design and deployment, ideally 3+ years in a similar role Other Requirements: Must hold active SC clearance and be a sole UK national Ability to work remotely and independently Willingness to undergo additional vetting processes, which may extend onboarding time
14/04/2026
Contractor
Infrastructure Design Engineer + 6 month contract + Fully remote workinh + Up to 520 per day + SC Cleared role Key Skills: + Strong background in Wintel Infrastructure + AD, Exchange, GPO, DNS/DHCP + Automation Overview: Are you a skilled Infrastructure Engineer ready to make a strategic impact within a dynamic environment? We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team on a pivotal contract, focusing on designing and deploying scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely within a collaborative setting, supporting critical systems that drive operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for innovative infrastructure design, this is your chance to contribute to high-stakes projects with a leading organization. Required Skills: Proven experience in developing scalable and efficient system architectures Strong automation skills for deployment, configuration, and management of applications Proficiency in monitoring system performance and proactively resolving issues Deep understanding of security standards and regulatory compliance Excellent collaboration skills, working closely with development, QA, and operations teams Technical expertise in Kubernetes, containers, and Azure cloud platform Active SC clearance (MOD SC clearance preferred) and sole UK nationality Nice to Have Skills: Experience with additional cloud platforms or infrastructure tools Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Preferred Education and Experience: Relevant degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Demonstrated experience in infrastructure design and deployment, ideally 3+ years in a similar role Other Requirements: Must hold active SC clearance and be a sole UK national Ability to work remotely and independently Willingness to undergo additional vetting processes, which may extend onboarding time
Software Team Lead Salary Range: £55,000 £65,000 pa Location: Hybrid, based in Bristol Join us at Smartbox as a Software Team Lead! Are you a passionate Software Team Lead looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join our team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Software Team Lead, you will: Leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers and QA Specialists. Actively leverage modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve individual and team productivity, code quality, and learning, and support the team in adopting these tools effectively and responsibly. Foster a strong focus on delivering meaningful user outcomes, ensuring that technical decisions are grounded in a deep understanding of the product domain and real user needs. Encourage and enable the team to use product insight, user feedback, and data to inform design and engineering decisions, balancing speed of delivery with long-term value. Working with product and technical leadership to build a combined roadmap that balances product and engineering priorities. Working on anything from UI to core functionality and data stores, from fixing bugs to integrating new technologies. Joint responsibility for designing and implementing a scalable and high-performance software architecture using appropriate architectural standards and best practices. Writing clean, working, cross-platform C# code (.NET 8) and associated tests, and improving the standard of existing code as you touch it to make it more testable, reliable and maintainable. Working closely with Electronics Engineers, Product Specialists, UX Designers and other Developers to design, develop and support robust solutions. Collaborating with stakeholders and customers to build an understanding which helps to solve problems in a way that meets their needs. Assisting the Head of Software Development in recruitment activities. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Passionate about changing lives with assistive technology. Experience leading effective agile software teams, including first-hand experience of lean and iterative development. Good understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and their use in software teams. 5+ years of professional software development experience in modern C# or similar (e.g. Java, C++). Experience using AI-assisted software development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve development efficiency, code quality, or team effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to apply strong product and domain understanding to guide technical decisions and prioritisation. Track record of delivering measurable user or business outcomes, not just technical outputs. Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, architecture patterns, code reviews, source control, continuous integration, build processes, testing, and operations. Highly confident and experienced with automated testing from unit tests to system and integration tests. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Skilled in providing constructive feedback, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox At Smartbox, we're proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Our innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Our values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change resonate in everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on our technology for effective communication. Our Commitment to Sustainability At Smartbox, we not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. We aim to minimise our carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining us, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting our sustainability efforts. Our D&I Commitments At Smartbox, we prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our work environment. Here's how we do it: Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with us. We believe in adding to our culture, not just fitting in. Our diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of our users and customers. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference Join us at Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.
14/04/2026
Full time
Software Team Lead Salary Range: £55,000 £65,000 pa Location: Hybrid, based in Bristol Join us at Smartbox as a Software Team Lead! Are you a passionate Software Team Lead looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join our team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Software Team Lead, you will: Leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers and QA Specialists. Actively leverage modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve individual and team productivity, code quality, and learning, and support the team in adopting these tools effectively and responsibly. Foster a strong focus on delivering meaningful user outcomes, ensuring that technical decisions are grounded in a deep understanding of the product domain and real user needs. Encourage and enable the team to use product insight, user feedback, and data to inform design and engineering decisions, balancing speed of delivery with long-term value. Working with product and technical leadership to build a combined roadmap that balances product and engineering priorities. Working on anything from UI to core functionality and data stores, from fixing bugs to integrating new technologies. Joint responsibility for designing and implementing a scalable and high-performance software architecture using appropriate architectural standards and best practices. Writing clean, working, cross-platform C# code (.NET 8) and associated tests, and improving the standard of existing code as you touch it to make it more testable, reliable and maintainable. Working closely with Electronics Engineers, Product Specialists, UX Designers and other Developers to design, develop and support robust solutions. Collaborating with stakeholders and customers to build an understanding which helps to solve problems in a way that meets their needs. Assisting the Head of Software Development in recruitment activities. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Passionate about changing lives with assistive technology. Experience leading effective agile software teams, including first-hand experience of lean and iterative development. Good understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and their use in software teams. 5+ years of professional software development experience in modern C# or similar (e.g. Java, C++). Experience using AI-assisted software development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve development efficiency, code quality, or team effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to apply strong product and domain understanding to guide technical decisions and prioritisation. Track record of delivering measurable user or business outcomes, not just technical outputs. Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, architecture patterns, code reviews, source control, continuous integration, build processes, testing, and operations. Highly confident and experienced with automated testing from unit tests to system and integration tests. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Skilled in providing constructive feedback, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox At Smartbox, we're proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Our innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Our values passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change resonate in everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on our technology for effective communication. Our Commitment to Sustainability At Smartbox, we not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. We aim to minimise our carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining us, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting our sustainability efforts. Our D&I Commitments At Smartbox, we prioritise diversity and inclusivity in our work environment. Here's how we do it: Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with us. We believe in adding to our culture, not just fitting in. Our diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of our users and customers. Rewards and Benefits Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days. Ready to Make a Difference Join us at Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.
Software Engineer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
14/04/2026
Full time
Software Engineer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Head of Engineering Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office) £70,000 - £80,000 + strong pension + private healthcare My client is a growing SaaS provider delivering software solutions to a diverse client base. Their platform underpins operational, regulatory and field-based workflows, with a strong emphasis on reliability, scalability and continuous improvement. As they continue to scale and mature ahead of future growth, they are now seeking a Head of Engineering to shape and lead their development function. This is a key leadership role where you'll guide engineering culture, influence delivery processes, and ensure the development organisation is set up for sustainable, long-term success. What will you do in the role? Engineering Delivery Own day-to-day delivery of all engineering work across web and mobile teams Allocate development resources across projects and workstreams Ensure developers are focused on a limited number of concurrent workstreams Work with Product Managers to sequence and prioritise work effectively Team Leadership Line-manage engineers and support Team Leads in their technical leadership duties Set clear objectives, expectations and growth paths for all engineers Promote a positive, sustainable and high-performing engineering culture Lead and mentor a team of 9 engineers Development Standards & Quality Define and enforce coding standards and engineering best practices Ensure robust and consistent code review processes Promote secure coding practices Partner with QA to ensure product quality remains consistently high Release & Delivery Governance Own release governance and approval processes Ensure releases meet testing and quality requirements Work with the Platform team to improve deployment processes Maintain a reliable, predictable release cadence Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Product Managers on prioritisation and demand management Collaborate with Platform & Architecture on technical initiatives Provide engineering input into planning, estimation and delivery commitments Continuous Improvement Identify inefficiencies in engineering processes and implement improvements Reduce technical debt through structured prioritisation Drive adoption of modern development practices, tools and methodologies What skills/experience will you already have? Essential 5+ years' experience in software development environments Previous experience leading engineering teams Experience delivering software in a SaaS or client-driven environment Experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Strong understanding of modern software development practices Experience with .NET and web-based architectures Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to challenge and influence non-technical stakeholders Experience working with Agile or Kanban delivery models Desirable Experience scaling engineering teams Experience in organisations preparing for acquisition Leadership or management training Personal Qualities Strong leadership presence Calm under pressure Pragmatic and delivery-focused Continuous improvement mindset Excellent communication skills If you're looking for a senior leadership role where you can shape engineering culture, drive delivery excellence and influence the growth of a SaaS platform, please apply to find out more. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
13/04/2026
Full time
Head of Engineering Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office) £70,000 - £80,000 + strong pension + private healthcare My client is a growing SaaS provider delivering software solutions to a diverse client base. Their platform underpins operational, regulatory and field-based workflows, with a strong emphasis on reliability, scalability and continuous improvement. As they continue to scale and mature ahead of future growth, they are now seeking a Head of Engineering to shape and lead their development function. This is a key leadership role where you'll guide engineering culture, influence delivery processes, and ensure the development organisation is set up for sustainable, long-term success. What will you do in the role? Engineering Delivery Own day-to-day delivery of all engineering work across web and mobile teams Allocate development resources across projects and workstreams Ensure developers are focused on a limited number of concurrent workstreams Work with Product Managers to sequence and prioritise work effectively Team Leadership Line-manage engineers and support Team Leads in their technical leadership duties Set clear objectives, expectations and growth paths for all engineers Promote a positive, sustainable and high-performing engineering culture Lead and mentor a team of 9 engineers Development Standards & Quality Define and enforce coding standards and engineering best practices Ensure robust and consistent code review processes Promote secure coding practices Partner with QA to ensure product quality remains consistently high Release & Delivery Governance Own release governance and approval processes Ensure releases meet testing and quality requirements Work with the Platform team to improve deployment processes Maintain a reliable, predictable release cadence Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Product Managers on prioritisation and demand management Collaborate with Platform & Architecture on technical initiatives Provide engineering input into planning, estimation and delivery commitments Continuous Improvement Identify inefficiencies in engineering processes and implement improvements Reduce technical debt through structured prioritisation Drive adoption of modern development practices, tools and methodologies What skills/experience will you already have? Essential 5+ years' experience in software development environments Previous experience leading engineering teams Experience delivering software in a SaaS or client-driven environment Experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Strong understanding of modern software development practices Experience with .NET and web-based architectures Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to challenge and influence non-technical stakeholders Experience working with Agile or Kanban delivery models Desirable Experience scaling engineering teams Experience in organisations preparing for acquisition Leadership or management training Personal Qualities Strong leadership presence Calm under pressure Pragmatic and delivery-focused Continuous improvement mindset Excellent communication skills If you're looking for a senior leadership role where you can shape engineering culture, drive delivery excellence and influence the growth of a SaaS platform, please apply to find out more. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
QA Engineer (Manual Testing) Remote 55,000 - 70,000 DOE + Private Healthcare & Benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a QA Engineer to take ownership of the manual testing lifecycle for a B2B SaaS platform. If you thrive in environments where your work has a direct impact on accessibility and social mobility, this role offers the chance to lead release confidence across global web and mobile applications. This company is a Series A startup, breaking down barriers and making the world more accessible for everyone. Originally founded within the UK transport sector, they have developed award-winning, innovative solutions that prioritise dignity, safety, and inclusion for millions of users. In this varied role, you will move between established legacy projects and fast-moving greenfield expansions, ensuring that the data syncs perfectly between a Ruby on Rails backend and native iOS/Android client devices. You will embed yourself in the design phase to strengthen acceptance criteria before code is even written. The ideal candidate will be a process-driven QA professional with a deep understanding of web and mobile, such as offline modes and location services. You should be comfortable navigating a technical stack (Vue.js, Ruby, Swift, Kotlin) and have a proven track record of using tools like TestRail or Jira to bring clarity and structure to regression testing. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-led business during a period of international scaling. You will have the autonomy to decide what requires a manual pass and what should be handed to SDETs for automation, ultimately serving as the final gatekeeper for releases that millions will rely on. The Role: Lead the end-to-end testing lifecycle for web and mobile applications. Act as the final partner for Engineering, conducting rigorous smoke tests and regression passes to ensure high reliability. Maintain and expand the TestRail repository. Participate in design sessions to clarify acceptance criteria before a single line of code is written. The Person: Strong experience in manual QA for web and mobile, with the ability to navigate Ruby on Rails and Vue.js. Deep proficiency in native iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) testing, including location services and offline mode constraints. A proven track record of improving QA workflows and using tools like TestRail and Jira for release. Experience testing SaaS platforms with complex user permissions, ideally within the Transport, Logistics, or Government sectors. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
10/04/2026
Full time
QA Engineer (Manual Testing) Remote 55,000 - 70,000 DOE + Private Healthcare & Benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a QA Engineer to take ownership of the manual testing lifecycle for a B2B SaaS platform. If you thrive in environments where your work has a direct impact on accessibility and social mobility, this role offers the chance to lead release confidence across global web and mobile applications. This company is a Series A startup, breaking down barriers and making the world more accessible for everyone. Originally founded within the UK transport sector, they have developed award-winning, innovative solutions that prioritise dignity, safety, and inclusion for millions of users. In this varied role, you will move between established legacy projects and fast-moving greenfield expansions, ensuring that the data syncs perfectly between a Ruby on Rails backend and native iOS/Android client devices. You will embed yourself in the design phase to strengthen acceptance criteria before code is even written. The ideal candidate will be a process-driven QA professional with a deep understanding of web and mobile, such as offline modes and location services. You should be comfortable navigating a technical stack (Vue.js, Ruby, Swift, Kotlin) and have a proven track record of using tools like TestRail or Jira to bring clarity and structure to regression testing. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-led business during a period of international scaling. You will have the autonomy to decide what requires a manual pass and what should be handed to SDETs for automation, ultimately serving as the final gatekeeper for releases that millions will rely on. The Role: Lead the end-to-end testing lifecycle for web and mobile applications. Act as the final partner for Engineering, conducting rigorous smoke tests and regression passes to ensure high reliability. Maintain and expand the TestRail repository. Participate in design sessions to clarify acceptance criteria before a single line of code is written. The Person: Strong experience in manual QA for web and mobile, with the ability to navigate Ruby on Rails and Vue.js. Deep proficiency in native iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) testing, including location services and offline mode constraints. A proven track record of improving QA workflows and using tools like TestRail and Jira for release. Experience testing SaaS platforms with complex user permissions, ideally within the Transport, Logistics, or Government sectors. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Full Stack Engineer (TDD / C# / JavaScript) We are hiring a Full Stack Software Engineer with a strong test-driven development (TDD) background to help build the next generation of a mission-critical cybersecurity and communications platform used globally. This is a hands-on role focused on designing and delivering partner API integrations across a complex security ecosystem - including endpoint protection, network security, user awareness tooling, and monitoring systems. You ll work as part of a collaborative product team alongside full stack and front-end developers, supported by QA and DevOps, reporting into engineering leadership. Why This Role Matters The next-generation platform will provide customers with a unified view of security across distributed environments. As integrations expand, maintaining a high bar for quality, reliability, and test coverage is critical. This role will also play a key part in strengthening TDD practices across the team - leading through code and delivery. What You ll Do Design and build API integrations across a cybersecurity-focused product stack Deliver clean, maintainable full stack solutions using .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks Lead by example in test-driven development practices Integrate third-party systems using REST APIs, OAuth2, webhooks, and resilient patterns Contribute to a scalable, observable integration layer Collaborate with Product, QA, and DevOps to deliver high-quality releases Use AI-assisted development tools as part of your daily workflow Requirements (Must Have) Experience with C# / .NET Core Strong experience with ASP.NET Core / Web API Modern JavaScript / TypeScript experience Experience with a component-based SPA framework (e.g. Vue, React, or Angular) Proven, hands-on test-driven development experience Strong experience integrating third-party APIs (REST, OAuth2, webhooks, retries, rate limiting) Solid SQL skills (e.g. MariaDB or MySQL) Experience with Git workflows (branching, pull requests, code reviews) Regular user of AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot or similar) Strong ownership mindset and commitment to quality Nice to Have Commercial experience integrating AI APIs (e.g. Claude, Bedrock, OpenAI or similar) Experience with AWS (e.g. EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3) Microservices or distributed systems experience Familiarity with iterative product development methodologies Awareness of secure-by-design principles (e.g. ISO 27001) Background in SaaS or cybersecurity environments Benefits Hybrid working Excellent career development / Training budget Flexible working If you take pride in writing well-tested, production-grade code and want to contribute to building critical cybersecurity software used at global scale, we d love to hear from you. Full Stack Engineer (TDD / C# / JavaScript)
10/04/2026
Full time
Full Stack Engineer (TDD / C# / JavaScript) We are hiring a Full Stack Software Engineer with a strong test-driven development (TDD) background to help build the next generation of a mission-critical cybersecurity and communications platform used globally. This is a hands-on role focused on designing and delivering partner API integrations across a complex security ecosystem - including endpoint protection, network security, user awareness tooling, and monitoring systems. You ll work as part of a collaborative product team alongside full stack and front-end developers, supported by QA and DevOps, reporting into engineering leadership. Why This Role Matters The next-generation platform will provide customers with a unified view of security across distributed environments. As integrations expand, maintaining a high bar for quality, reliability, and test coverage is critical. This role will also play a key part in strengthening TDD practices across the team - leading through code and delivery. What You ll Do Design and build API integrations across a cybersecurity-focused product stack Deliver clean, maintainable full stack solutions using .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks Lead by example in test-driven development practices Integrate third-party systems using REST APIs, OAuth2, webhooks, and resilient patterns Contribute to a scalable, observable integration layer Collaborate with Product, QA, and DevOps to deliver high-quality releases Use AI-assisted development tools as part of your daily workflow Requirements (Must Have) Experience with C# / .NET Core Strong experience with ASP.NET Core / Web API Modern JavaScript / TypeScript experience Experience with a component-based SPA framework (e.g. Vue, React, or Angular) Proven, hands-on test-driven development experience Strong experience integrating third-party APIs (REST, OAuth2, webhooks, retries, rate limiting) Solid SQL skills (e.g. MariaDB or MySQL) Experience with Git workflows (branching, pull requests, code reviews) Regular user of AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot or similar) Strong ownership mindset and commitment to quality Nice to Have Commercial experience integrating AI APIs (e.g. Claude, Bedrock, OpenAI or similar) Experience with AWS (e.g. EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3) Microservices or distributed systems experience Familiarity with iterative product development methodologies Awareness of secure-by-design principles (e.g. ISO 27001) Background in SaaS or cybersecurity environments Benefits Hybrid working Excellent career development / Training budget Flexible working If you take pride in writing well-tested, production-grade code and want to contribute to building critical cybersecurity software used at global scale, we d love to hear from you. Full Stack Engineer (TDD / C# / JavaScript)
