Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
27/03/2025
Full time
Football Radar
For over a decade, Football Radar has excelled in developing statistical models and analytical frameworks for football. Our expertise extends to providing advisory services to football clubs and offering leading-edge betting advice that has consistently delivered outstanding returns for our clients. We define ourselves as a unique blend of start-up dynamism and established business security, combining the flexibility of the former with the stability of the latter.
About the Role
At Football Radar, we analyse and predict football matches. In the role of a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping build and maintain the software that makes that possible - everything from modern web applications to statistical models, real time data platforms to cloud infrastructure.
This role is based at our London office, at 1 Craven Hill, London, W2 3EN. You will have flexibility to work from home one day a week. Please note we are not considering remote candidates at the moment.
Role Requirements
We are looking for engineers with at least 2 years of experience in Scala. Given that the majority of our backend codebase is written in Scala, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
We are first and foremost a football company, and to have a big impact here, it will help if you have domain expertise – you will probably be a big football fan, and ideally someone who is comfortable with the mathematical and statistical approaches we are applying to the game. If you have any experience with sports betting or football analytics that is a bonus.
We’d love to hear from you if this sounds like you:
Well-versed in working with distributed systems in the cloud (our software runs in AWS, deployed via Docker and Kubernetes)
Willing to work across our tech stack: Scala, Python, C++, Typescript and PHP.
Experience with relational and document based databases.
Familiar with different testing methodologies.
Enjoys technical leadership and guiding product development, shaping the vision and implementation of backend platforms effectively.
Thrives on responsibility and ownership.
Pragmatic mindset.
Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
We have a range of benefits available at Football Radar and continue to review these to ensure our colleagues are gaining everything they can from them.
Half yearly bonus opportunities based on company performance
33 days holiday (Including bank holidays)
Competitive contribution matched pensions
Health and well-being benefits:
Private Medical Insurance (including excess coverage)
Health Cash Plan via Bupa
Subsidised gym membership
Daily subsidised office meals
Learning and development budgets to invest in your personal growth Company and team led engagement activities throughout the year
Fortnightly five-a-side football game amongst colleagues
UKIC DV Cleared Professionals | Outside IR35 Role intro We're looking to engage UKIC DV Cleared professionals to support a range of secure, high-impact programmes across national security, defence, and critical government environments. These opportunities span multiple disciplines and projects, with placements aligned to your skills, experience, and clearance. The Role You'll be working on sensitive UKIC programmes, contributing to the delivery, operation, and assurance of mission-critical systems and services. Roles vary depending on project needs and can include technical delivery, engineering, testing, data, cloud, DevOps, service management, and specialist consultancy work within highly secure environments. Key Responsibilities Deliver against secure UKIC project requirements in line with programme objectives Operate within DV-cleared environments, adhering to strict security and governance standards Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, delivery, and stakeholder groups Contribute to the design, build, test, support, or assurance of critical systems Maintain high standards of documentation, quality, and compliance Essential Active UKIC DV clearance (must be current and transferable) Experience working in secure government, defence, or intelligence environments Strong communication skills and ability to operate in sensitive settings Proven delivery experience within your specialist discipline Desirable Background in one or more of the following: Software Engineering/DevOps/Cloud Testing & Quality Engineering Data/Analytics/Reporting Infrastructure/Platform Engineering Service Management/Delivery Management Experience working on large, complex, or multi-supplier programmes Familiarity with Agile and modern delivery practices The Details Contract roles Outside IR35 £500-£700p/d depending on role and seniority. If you hold UKIC DV clearance and are open to discussing current or upcoming opportunities, apply now, and we'll align you to the most suitable role.
23/01/2026
Contractor
UKIC DV Cleared Professionals | Outside IR35 Role intro We're looking to engage UKIC DV Cleared professionals to support a range of secure, high-impact programmes across national security, defence, and critical government environments. These opportunities span multiple disciplines and projects, with placements aligned to your skills, experience, and clearance. The Role You'll be working on sensitive UKIC programmes, contributing to the delivery, operation, and assurance of mission-critical systems and services. Roles vary depending on project needs and can include technical delivery, engineering, testing, data, cloud, DevOps, service management, and specialist consultancy work within highly secure environments. Key Responsibilities Deliver against secure UKIC project requirements in line with programme objectives Operate within DV-cleared environments, adhering to strict security and governance standards Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, delivery, and stakeholder groups Contribute to the design, build, test, support, or assurance of critical systems Maintain high standards of documentation, quality, and compliance Essential Active UKIC DV clearance (must be current and transferable) Experience working in secure government, defence, or intelligence environments Strong communication skills and ability to operate in sensitive settings Proven delivery experience within your specialist discipline Desirable Background in one or more of the following: Software Engineering/DevOps/Cloud Testing & Quality Engineering Data/Analytics/Reporting Infrastructure/Platform Engineering Service Management/Delivery Management Experience working on large, complex, or multi-supplier programmes Familiarity with Agile and modern delivery practices The Details Contract roles Outside IR35 £500-£700p/d depending on role and seniority. If you hold UKIC DV clearance and are open to discussing current or upcoming opportunities, apply now, and we'll align you to the most suitable role.
Senior IT Engineer Senior IT Engineer - London - Hybrid Our client, a boutique financial Services client, is looking for an Experienced Senior IT Engineer to support both change management/upgrades, maintenance of IT Services to deliver strategic IT services. You will have a blend of the following skills and attributes: Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Azure services Collaborate with the IT team to develop and implement cloud migration strategies Delivery of 2nd/3rd line operational support for IT services including working with 3rd party providers Design, implement, and maintain complex IT infrastructure solutions that meet the bank's business needs Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure performance and costs Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to Azure services Managed and delivered IT solutions Experience with Office 365, including Microsoft Teams SQL Server Experience with ITSM systems (Sunrise) Strong Server, VMWare, SAN knowledge Network administration/troubleshooting of the following Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and Wi-Fi Current commercial knowledge of supporting/administering Microsoft Servers, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 11 If this sounds like your next career move, our client offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including a market-leading pension and bonus. Senior IT Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior IT Engineer Senior IT Engineer - London - Hybrid Our client, a boutique financial Services client, is looking for an Experienced Senior IT Engineer to support both change management/upgrades, maintenance of IT Services to deliver strategic IT services. You will have a blend of the following skills and attributes: Design, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Azure services Collaborate with the IT team to develop and implement cloud migration strategies Delivery of 2nd/3rd line operational support for IT services including working with 3rd party providers Design, implement, and maintain complex IT infrastructure solutions that meet the bank's business needs Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure performance and costs Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to Azure services Managed and delivered IT solutions Experience with Office 365, including Microsoft Teams SQL Server Experience with ITSM systems (Sunrise) Strong Server, VMWare, SAN knowledge Network administration/troubleshooting of the following Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and Wi-Fi Current commercial knowledge of supporting/administering Microsoft Servers, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 11 If this sounds like your next career move, our client offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including a market-leading pension and bonus. Senior IT Engineer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
We are seeking an experienced, and security cleared, Senior VMware Consultant to join a major programme of work with a prestigious client. This role is suited to a seasoned senior VMware consultant with strong expertise in VCF9 deployment and support . Key Responsibilities Lead and support VCF9 deployment, configuration, and ongoing operations. Provide expert-level troubleshooting, optimisation, and operational stability across the VCF stack. Work collaboratively with engineering, operations, and architecture teams to ensure resilient platform performance. Contribute to automation initiatives improving efficiency and reliability across infrastructure workflows. Support day-to-day operational activities within a high-security environment. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK Security Clearance (SC or above). UK National (due to programme restrictions). Demonstrable experience in VCF9 support and deployment . Strong background in virtualisation, infrastructure operations, and secure IT environments. Preferred Skills Strong operational engineering skills across VMware/virtualised estates. Knowledge of VMware NSX and software-defined networking principles.
23/01/2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced, and security cleared, Senior VMware Consultant to join a major programme of work with a prestigious client. This role is suited to a seasoned senior VMware consultant with strong expertise in VCF9 deployment and support . Key Responsibilities Lead and support VCF9 deployment, configuration, and ongoing operations. Provide expert-level troubleshooting, optimisation, and operational stability across the VCF stack. Work collaboratively with engineering, operations, and architecture teams to ensure resilient platform performance. Contribute to automation initiatives improving efficiency and reliability across infrastructure workflows. Support day-to-day operational activities within a high-security environment. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK Security Clearance (SC or above). UK National (due to programme restrictions). Demonstrable experience in VCF9 support and deployment . Strong background in virtualisation, infrastructure operations, and secure IT environments. Preferred Skills Strong operational engineering skills across VMware/virtualised estates. Knowledge of VMware NSX and software-defined networking principles.
Senior DevOps Systems Administrator Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 DOE Location: Guildford (Hybrid Working, One day a month required onsite) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced DevOps Systems Administrator or Senior DevOps Engineer looking to take control of complex cloud projects? Do you want to join a growing, innovative business where your ideas genuinely shape the way things are done? Our client is a leading value-added reseller and systems integrator, partnering with top technology providers and specialising in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, business communications, contact centres, networking, AI, automation, and systems integration. They are known for delivering innovation, reducing risk, and building trusted client relationships, all while investing in the growth and development of their team. This is your chance to work on impactful infrastructure challenges where your input truly matters. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and support AWS and private cloud infrastructure Architect and maintain robust hybrid cloud solutions Automate infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions Implement monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, CloudWatch) Improve system reliability, performance, and security across teams Manage IAM, networking, Firewalls, VPNs, and cloud security Participate in the on-call rota and respond to incidents Create and maintain technical documentation and best practices Mentor colleagues and contribute to long-term infrastructure strategy Essential Skills & Experience Required: 5+ years' experience in DevOps or Systems Administration Hands-on experience with AWS Experience with VMware or Proxmox Strong Linux administration skills Infrastructure as Code with Terraform Configuration management using Ansible Experience with Kubernetes (eg EKS) Scripting in Bash, Python, or Go Solid understanding of networking and cloud security Desirable: AWS certifications Experience with container and security tools such as Trivy Benefits Career development and certification support 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays Pension and life insurance Private medical insurance Birthday leave and volunteering day Cycle to Work scheme High street and retail discounts Hybrid role (One day a month required oniste in Guildford) Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior DevOps Systems Administrator Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 DOE Location: Guildford (Hybrid Working, One day a month required onsite) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced DevOps Systems Administrator or Senior DevOps Engineer looking to take control of complex cloud projects? Do you want to join a growing, innovative business where your ideas genuinely shape the way things are done? Our client is a leading value-added reseller and systems integrator, partnering with top technology providers and specialising in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, business communications, contact centres, networking, AI, automation, and systems integration. They are known for delivering innovation, reducing risk, and building trusted client relationships, all while investing in the growth and development of their team. This is your chance to work on impactful infrastructure challenges where your input truly matters. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and support AWS and private cloud infrastructure Architect and maintain robust hybrid cloud solutions Automate infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions Implement monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, CloudWatch) Improve system reliability, performance, and security across teams Manage IAM, networking, Firewalls, VPNs, and cloud security Participate in the on-call rota and respond to incidents Create and maintain technical documentation and best practices Mentor colleagues and contribute to long-term infrastructure strategy Essential Skills & Experience Required: 5+ years' experience in DevOps or Systems Administration Hands-on experience with AWS Experience with VMware or Proxmox Strong Linux administration skills Infrastructure as Code with Terraform Configuration management using Ansible Experience with Kubernetes (eg EKS) Scripting in Bash, Python, or Go Solid understanding of networking and cloud security Desirable: AWS certifications Experience with container and security tools such as Trivy Benefits Career development and certification support 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays Pension and life insurance Private medical insurance Birthday leave and volunteering day Cycle to Work scheme High street and retail discounts Hybrid role (One day a month required oniste in Guildford) Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Senior Enterprise Data Architect - Azure Overview INSIDE iR35 We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Enterprise Data Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, strong capability in enterprise-scale data architecture, and proven excellence in client stakeholder management. This role requires hands-on architectural leadership, the ability to guide distributed (onshore/offshore) teams, and a strategic mindset to define and deliver robust, scalable, and secure data platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Data Architecture & Strategy Define and own the end-to-end enterprise data architecture across cloud and hybrid ecosystems on Microsoft Azure. Develop and maintain data models, data flows, reference architectures, and integration patterns for large, complex organizations. Lead the design of data lakes, data warehouses, Real Time processing solutions, and metadata-driven data platformsleveraging Azure-native services. Ensure architectural alignment with business goals, technology roadmaps, and compliance standards (GDPR, security, governance). Azure Data Platform Leadership Architect highly scalable solutions using: o Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS) o Azure Synapse Analytics o Azure Databricks o Azure Data Factory/Synapse Pipelines o Azure SQL/Cosmos DB o Azure Event Hub/IoT/Stream Analytics Oversee performance optimization, cost management, and operational best practices across Azure workloads. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary architectural advisor to senior client stakeholders, business sponsors, and technical leaders. Drive architecture workshops, roadmap sessions, and solution design reviews with C-level or director-level stakeholders. Translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-oriented narratives. Influence decisions by presenting architectural trade-offs, risks, and value propositions. Offshore Team Leadership Provide strong leadership to offshore data engineering and architecture teams, ensuring clear guidance, quality, and alignment to design standards. Establish and enforce architecture governance, coding standards, design patterns, and review frameworks. Mentor offshore leads and architects to uplift capability and ensure full life cycle alignment. Solution Delivery & Assurance Oversee solution blueprints, HLD/LLD documentation, and design approvals. Support estimation, resource planning, and delivery planning for complex multi-region programs. Conduct architecture assurance across sprints, releases, and production rollouts. Collaborate with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and compliant deployments. Required Skills & ExperienceTechnical Expertise 10+ years of experience in data architecture, including at least 5+ years on Azure-based data platforms. Deep experience across: o Enterprise data modelling and architecture Batch and Real Time data integration Data lakehouse design and ELT/ETL patterns Master data management, metadata management, lineage, and governance Cloud security, identity, and compliance for data workloads Strong command of data engineering best practices and distributed computing. Stakeholder & Consulting Skills Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills. Experience engaging with CIO/CTO/CDO organizations and driving strategic conversations. Ability to manage conflict, build consensus, and navigate complex client environments. Leadership Skills Proven track record leading large global/offshore teams in architecting and delivering data solutions. Experience defining architecture governance frameworks and enforcing standards. Ability to mentor architects, engineers, and client teams. Preferred Qualifications Microsoft Azure certifications (eg, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, DP-203, DP-900). Experience with industry-standard architecture frameworks: TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent. Background in consulting or global delivery models (onsite-offshore). Experience in regulated industries (Finance, Healthcare, Public Sector) is a plus.
23/01/2026
Contractor
Senior Enterprise Data Architect - Azure Overview INSIDE iR35 We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Enterprise Data Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, strong capability in enterprise-scale data architecture, and proven excellence in client stakeholder management. This role requires hands-on architectural leadership, the ability to guide distributed (onshore/offshore) teams, and a strategic mindset to define and deliver robust, scalable, and secure data platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Data Architecture & Strategy Define and own the end-to-end enterprise data architecture across cloud and hybrid ecosystems on Microsoft Azure. Develop and maintain data models, data flows, reference architectures, and integration patterns for large, complex organizations. Lead the design of data lakes, data warehouses, Real Time processing solutions, and metadata-driven data platformsleveraging Azure-native services. Ensure architectural alignment with business goals, technology roadmaps, and compliance standards (GDPR, security, governance). Azure Data Platform Leadership Architect highly scalable solutions using: o Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS) o Azure Synapse Analytics o Azure Databricks o Azure Data Factory/Synapse Pipelines o Azure SQL/Cosmos DB o Azure Event Hub/IoT/Stream Analytics Oversee performance optimization, cost management, and operational best practices across Azure workloads. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary architectural advisor to senior client stakeholders, business sponsors, and technical leaders. Drive architecture workshops, roadmap sessions, and solution design reviews with C-level or director-level stakeholders. Translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-oriented narratives. Influence decisions by presenting architectural trade-offs, risks, and value propositions. Offshore Team Leadership Provide strong leadership to offshore data engineering and architecture teams, ensuring clear guidance, quality, and alignment to design standards. Establish and enforce architecture governance, coding standards, design patterns, and review frameworks. Mentor offshore leads and architects to uplift capability and ensure full life cycle alignment. Solution Delivery & Assurance Oversee solution blueprints, HLD/LLD documentation, and design approvals. Support estimation, resource planning, and delivery planning for complex multi-region programs. Conduct architecture assurance across sprints, releases, and production rollouts. Collaborate with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and compliant deployments. Required Skills & ExperienceTechnical Expertise 10+ years of experience in data architecture, including at least 5+ years on Azure-based data platforms. Deep experience across: o Enterprise data modelling and architecture Batch and Real Time data integration Data lakehouse design and ELT/ETL patterns Master data management, metadata management, lineage, and governance Cloud security, identity, and compliance for data workloads Strong command of data engineering best practices and distributed computing. Stakeholder & Consulting Skills Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills. Experience engaging with CIO/CTO/CDO organizations and driving strategic conversations. Ability to manage conflict, build consensus, and navigate complex client environments. Leadership Skills Proven track record leading large global/offshore teams in architecting and delivering data solutions. Experience defining architecture governance frameworks and enforcing standards. Ability to mentor architects, engineers, and client teams. Preferred Qualifications Microsoft Azure certifications (eg, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, DP-203, DP-900). Experience with industry-standard architecture frameworks: TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent. Background in consulting or global delivery models (onsite-offshore). Experience in regulated industries (Finance, Healthcare, Public Sector) is a plus.
BI/Data Analyst - SQL/SSRS SaaS - Platform based Technology Services Woking Surrey/Hybrid Working £40-45k salary + benefits package Our client a global technology leader is currently looking for a BI/Data Analyst to work with the service desk providing support across the business. Reporting to the Head of IT and working closely with all levels of the business, this role will be responsible for:- BI/Reporting/Database Work, SQL Build, maintain and optimise Power BI dashboards and datasets Develop and troubleshoot Pulse Reporter outputs Create and maintain SSRS reports using T-SQL Perform advanced SQL work: joins, window functions, views, stored procedures, JSON/XML querying Ensure data quality, governance and secure handling practices Support data validation and reporting accuracy Automate reporting tasks where appropriate Assist with 1st and 2nd line support across UK offices Manage incidents, service requests and SLAs Triage support issues before escalating Support onboarding/offboarding including device setup, imaging and configuration Administer user accounts and access using M365, Azure, AD and Exchange Support reporting-related incidents affecting business services Work collaboratively with Desktop Engineers, Senior Support and Infrastructure teams Essential skills/experience:- Strong SQL (joins, aggregates, window functions, views, procedures) SSRS report writing (T-SQL, MSSQL) Power BI development and data modelling Pulse Reporter experience JSON/XML data structure understanding and query capability PowerShell and Python Scripting Knowledge of MySQL or PostgreSQL beneficial Experience working in an ISO 27001 active environment Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders Analytical, detail-focused and structured Comfortable balancing BI work with service desk responsibilities
23/01/2026
Full time
BI/Data Analyst - SQL/SSRS SaaS - Platform based Technology Services Woking Surrey/Hybrid Working £40-45k salary + benefits package Our client a global technology leader is currently looking for a BI/Data Analyst to work with the service desk providing support across the business. Reporting to the Head of IT and working closely with all levels of the business, this role will be responsible for:- BI/Reporting/Database Work, SQL Build, maintain and optimise Power BI dashboards and datasets Develop and troubleshoot Pulse Reporter outputs Create and maintain SSRS reports using T-SQL Perform advanced SQL work: joins, window functions, views, stored procedures, JSON/XML querying Ensure data quality, governance and secure handling practices Support data validation and reporting accuracy Automate reporting tasks where appropriate Assist with 1st and 2nd line support across UK offices Manage incidents, service requests and SLAs Triage support issues before escalating Support onboarding/offboarding including device setup, imaging and configuration Administer user accounts and access using M365, Azure, AD and Exchange Support reporting-related incidents affecting business services Work collaboratively with Desktop Engineers, Senior Support and Infrastructure teams Essential skills/experience:- Strong SQL (joins, aggregates, window functions, views, procedures) SSRS report writing (T-SQL, MSSQL) Power BI development and data modelling Pulse Reporter experience JSON/XML data structure understanding and query capability PowerShell and Python Scripting Knowledge of MySQL or PostgreSQL beneficial Experience working in an ISO 27001 active environment Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders Analytical, detail-focused and structured Comfortable balancing BI work with service desk responsibilities
Senior IT Support Analyst Infrastructure Support Engineer SaaS - Platform based Technology Services Woking Surrey/Hybrid Working £55-60k salary + benefits package Our client a global technology leader is currently looking for a Senior IT Support Analyst to work with the service desk providing support across the business. Reporting to the Head of IT, the Senior Support Engineer plays a key role in supporting the network, infrastructure and users across all UK sites. This senior position provides technical leadership, owns complex escalations and drives operational maturity across the IT function. The engineer will work closely with the IT Service Desk, Infrastructure, Compliance, Legal and Global IT teams. Experience working in an ISO 27001 active environmen t , where controls, evidence capture and workflow adherence are part of daily tasks, is essential. R esponsibilities (key tasks and requirements of the role) - Lead escalations and complex technical issues across the IT estate Maintain and improve ISO-aligned workflows: access control, incident management, asset life cycle, change management Administration and support: Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID Intune configuration and compliance JIRA, CrowdStrike, Mimecast, ScreenConnect Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, M365 Office Suite Support OS deployment, endpoint hardening and infrastructure optimisation Be a point of escalations for support Desktop Engineers and ITSD staff Collaborate with Compliance, Operations and Global IT Contribute to process development, documentation and training materials Ensure adherence to SLAs and operational standards across UK sites Essential Attributes:- Solid Microsoft 365 administration Strong Azure AD/Entra ID identity management Intune policy management and device configuration Broad Microsoft infrastructure understanding (endpoints, OS and User apps deployment, networks, SaaS) Experience working in an ISO 27001 active environment High level documentation allowing upskill others and influence cross-team working
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior IT Support Analyst Infrastructure Support Engineer SaaS - Platform based Technology Services Woking Surrey/Hybrid Working £55-60k salary + benefits package Our client a global technology leader is currently looking for a Senior IT Support Analyst to work with the service desk providing support across the business. Reporting to the Head of IT, the Senior Support Engineer plays a key role in supporting the network, infrastructure and users across all UK sites. This senior position provides technical leadership, owns complex escalations and drives operational maturity across the IT function. The engineer will work closely with the IT Service Desk, Infrastructure, Compliance, Legal and Global IT teams. Experience working in an ISO 27001 active environmen t , where controls, evidence capture and workflow adherence are part of daily tasks, is essential. R esponsibilities (key tasks and requirements of the role) - Lead escalations and complex technical issues across the IT estate Maintain and improve ISO-aligned workflows: access control, incident management, asset life cycle, change management Administration and support: Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID Intune configuration and compliance JIRA, CrowdStrike, Mimecast, ScreenConnect Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, M365 Office Suite Support OS deployment, endpoint hardening and infrastructure optimisation Be a point of escalations for support Desktop Engineers and ITSD staff Collaborate with Compliance, Operations and Global IT Contribute to process development, documentation and training materials Ensure adherence to SLAs and operational standards across UK sites Essential Attributes:- Solid Microsoft 365 administration Strong Azure AD/Entra ID identity management Intune policy management and device configuration Broad Microsoft infrastructure understanding (endpoints, OS and User apps deployment, networks, SaaS) Experience working in an ISO 27001 active environment High level documentation allowing upskill others and influence cross-team working
Senior Software Engineer - Data Engineering Contract duration:- 6 months initially (with extension available for the right person) Location:- London EC4 Hybrid working: 3 days per week in office + 2 days WFH Rate: £650 inside IR35 Join our Data Engineering team at the heart of a quantitative investment firm, powering the infrastructure which drives our systematic trading strategies and cutting-edge discretionary research. You'll help architect a multi-petabyte scale estate, processing billions of datapoints daily from thousands of data sources. Our stack combines Java and Python, with foundations of Kafka, ArcticDB, MongoDB, and more. This is an opportunity to tackle complex distributed systems challenges at exceptional scale. What you bring to the role Experience working with large scale messaging and downsampling solutions Strong academic record and a degree with high mathematical and computing content eg Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics 5-7 years of professional experience in software engineering with Java or Python as your primary language and knowledge of both Proficient on Linux platforms and strong understanding of Git Deep knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies such as Iceberg, Postgres, or MongoDB Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong communication and collaboration abilities Ability to work independently and gather requirements from stakeholders Experience in Banking/Asset Management/Financial Services Advantageous to have Familiarity with distributed systems and orchestration Experience with performance optimization and large-scale data processing Contributions to open-source projects Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
23/01/2026
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Senior Software Engineer - Data Engineering Contract duration:- 6 months initially (with extension available for the right person) Location:- London EC4 Hybrid working: 3 days per week in office + 2 days WFH Rate: £650 inside IR35 Join our Data Engineering team at the heart of a quantitative investment firm, powering the infrastructure which drives our systematic trading strategies and cutting-edge discretionary research. You'll help architect a multi-petabyte scale estate, processing billions of datapoints daily from thousands of data sources. Our stack combines Java and Python, with foundations of Kafka, ArcticDB, MongoDB, and more. This is an opportunity to tackle complex distributed systems challenges at exceptional scale. What you bring to the role Experience working with large scale messaging and downsampling solutions Strong academic record and a degree with high mathematical and computing content eg Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics 5-7 years of professional experience in software engineering with Java or Python as your primary language and knowledge of both Proficient on Linux platforms and strong understanding of Git Deep knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies such as Iceberg, Postgres, or MongoDB Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong communication and collaboration abilities Ability to work independently and gather requirements from stakeholders Experience in Banking/Asset Management/Financial Services Advantageous to have Familiarity with distributed systems and orchestration Experience with performance optimization and large-scale data processing Contributions to open-source projects Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
Senior Software Developer 55k-65k Fully Remote We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software solutions. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the adoption of best practices in software development. Essential Proven experience in full-stack software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment. Significant hands on experience with Java, Spring Boot and Microservices. Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, with a focus on continuous integration and delivery. Some proficiency in one or more programming languages (eg, Python, Java, JavaScript) and experience with software architecture patterns. Experience with cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure as code. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern software development practices. Knowledge of technologies such as microservices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), or serverless architecture. Awareness of principles like well architected and secure by design Desirable Previous experience in a senior engineering role, guiding teams to successful delivery. Proficiency in multiple programming languages Experience in central government advantageous Experience in a consulting environment Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain complex software solutions, ensuring they are robust, secure, tested and scalable. Contribute to software architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with project and business goals. Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop their skills and promote best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX/UI, DevOps, and QA, to ensure software meets business requirements. Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to enhance development efficiency and software quality. Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance team performance and code quality. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring software operates smoothly and efficiently. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and integrating them where beneficial. Drive improvements in coding standards, testing, and documentation within the team. Engage in early-stage project discussions, providing technical insights and recommendations. Ensure that development processes are followed, and contribute to process optimisation initiatives. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders. 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.
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior Software Developer 55k-65k Fully Remote We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software solutions. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the adoption of best practices in software development. Essential Proven experience in full-stack software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment. Significant hands on experience with Java, Spring Boot and Microservices. Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, with a focus on continuous integration and delivery. Some proficiency in one or more programming languages (eg, Python, Java, JavaScript) and experience with software architecture patterns. Experience with cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure as code. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern software development practices. Knowledge of technologies such as microservices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), or serverless architecture. Awareness of principles like well architected and secure by design Desirable Previous experience in a senior engineering role, guiding teams to successful delivery. Proficiency in multiple programming languages Experience in central government advantageous Experience in a consulting environment Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain complex software solutions, ensuring they are robust, secure, tested and scalable. Contribute to software architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with project and business goals. Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop their skills and promote best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX/UI, DevOps, and QA, to ensure software meets business requirements. Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to enhance development efficiency and software quality. Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance team performance and code quality. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring software operates smoothly and efficiently. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and integrating them where beneficial. Drive improvements in coding standards, testing, and documentation within the team. Engage in early-stage project discussions, providing technical insights and recommendations. Ensure that development processes are followed, and contribute to process optimisation initiatives. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders. 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.
Boss Professional Services
Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Senior Azure SaaS Reliability & Support Engineer - Hybrid (2 days a week in Kingston) - ASAP Start You will be the bridge between support, engineering, and cloud operations Investigating and fixing complex application and infrastructure issues. Monitoring capacity, performance, and error budgets across all deployments. Designing automation and tooling to improve reliability and reduce manual work. Your Responsibilities and Tasks 1. Environment Health & Incident Response Monitor ST and MT environments for server performance, response times, error rates, and application health. Detect and resolve database issues, stalled file processing, or misplaced storage objects. Use Azure diagnostics and telemetry to troubleshoot and resolve complex incidents. Provide third-line support for escalated customer cases, collaborating with development for code-level fixes. 2. Reliability Engineering (Fleet Level) Maintain uptime, performance, and scalability across all ST and MT deployments. Define and track service-level objectives (SLOs) and error budgets for different environment types. Perform capacity planning for Servers, databases, and storage, scaling resources before issues occur. Identify systemic patterns causing downtime and implement fixes at scale. 3. Automation & Tooling Build scripts and automation (PowerShell, C#, Azure Functions, Logic Apps) to detect and remediate common application or infrastructure issues. Automate environment health checks and reporting. Develop self-healing routines for recurring problems. 4. Monitoring & Reporting Implement and maintain Azure Monitor/Application Insights/Log Analytics dashboards for: Environment uptime & performance SLA compliance & error budget tracking Incident trends and recurring issue analysis Provide regular reliability reports and improvement recommendations to stakeholders. 5. Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing Feed recurring issues and systemic risks into the continuous improvement programme. Contribute to post-incident reviews with actionable follow-ups. Maintain troubleshooting guides and technical runbooks for common issues. Success Measures (KPIs) Uptime: = target SLO % for ST and MT environments. Error Budget Burn Rate: Maintain within agreed thresholds. Incident Metrics: Reduce MTTR for P1/P2 incidents. Reduce recurrence rate of common issues. Automation Impact: Number of recurring issues automated/self-healed. Hours saved through automation vs manual intervention. Customer Impact: Reduced escalations from L1/L2 support. Improved customer satisfaction for technical cases. Your Qualifications, Technical Skills and Experience Essential Technical Skills 3+ years in third-line support, SRE, or cloud operations for enterprise SaaS. Proven track record in incident resolution and root cause analysis. Experience working with both multi-tenant and single-tenant cloud architectures. Strong background in supporting C#/.NET Core/MVC web applications with SQL Server backends and Azure Blob Storage. Advanced Azure diagnostics (Application Insights, Log Analytics, Kusto Query Language). Proficient in SQL for investigation and remediation. Scripting and automation skills in PowerShell and/or C#. Understanding of Azure components: App Services, VMs, SQL DB, Blob Storage, scaling strategies. Experience in capacity planning, SLOs, and error budget management Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Log Analytics, Azure Data Explorer (KQL), Azure Functions, Logic Apps, PowerShell, C#, SQL Server Management Studio, Azure Storage Explorer, Power BI (for reporting). Desirable Your Personal Skills and Attributes Exceptional problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to clearly document findings and communicate with technical and non-technical audiences. Calm under pressure during high-priority incidents. Collaborative mindset, working closely with support, dev, and ops teams. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. You may be expected to perform different tasks as the needs of the business and your role evolve. Your job description will be reviewed and updated accordingly. Your Benefits Private Medical Insurance: Your health matters, and we've got you covered. Birthday Off: Celebrate your day your way - it's on us. Holiday Purchase: Need more downtime? Purchase up to an additional 5 days of holiday. Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential 24/7 helpline and support for you and your immediate family. Time for You: We value your personal time. That's why we aim to finish work at 2pm on Fridays. Better Working: We embrace hybrid working and where it is operationally practicable, we support employees splitting their working time between the office and home. Pension: Plan for tomorrow with our pension scheme via NEST. If you are looking for your next opportunity please contact me
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior Azure SaaS Reliability & Support Engineer - Hybrid (2 days a week in Kingston) - ASAP Start You will be the bridge between support, engineering, and cloud operations Investigating and fixing complex application and infrastructure issues. Monitoring capacity, performance, and error budgets across all deployments. Designing automation and tooling to improve reliability and reduce manual work. Your Responsibilities and Tasks 1. Environment Health & Incident Response Monitor ST and MT environments for server performance, response times, error rates, and application health. Detect and resolve database issues, stalled file processing, or misplaced storage objects. Use Azure diagnostics and telemetry to troubleshoot and resolve complex incidents. Provide third-line support for escalated customer cases, collaborating with development for code-level fixes. 2. Reliability Engineering (Fleet Level) Maintain uptime, performance, and scalability across all ST and MT deployments. Define and track service-level objectives (SLOs) and error budgets for different environment types. Perform capacity planning for Servers, databases, and storage, scaling resources before issues occur. Identify systemic patterns causing downtime and implement fixes at scale. 3. Automation & Tooling Build scripts and automation (PowerShell, C#, Azure Functions, Logic Apps) to detect and remediate common application or infrastructure issues. Automate environment health checks and reporting. Develop self-healing routines for recurring problems. 4. Monitoring & Reporting Implement and maintain Azure Monitor/Application Insights/Log Analytics dashboards for: Environment uptime & performance SLA compliance & error budget tracking Incident trends and recurring issue analysis Provide regular reliability reports and improvement recommendations to stakeholders. 5. Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing Feed recurring issues and systemic risks into the continuous improvement programme. Contribute to post-incident reviews with actionable follow-ups. Maintain troubleshooting guides and technical runbooks for common issues. Success Measures (KPIs) Uptime: = target SLO % for ST and MT environments. Error Budget Burn Rate: Maintain within agreed thresholds. Incident Metrics: Reduce MTTR for P1/P2 incidents. Reduce recurrence rate of common issues. Automation Impact: Number of recurring issues automated/self-healed. Hours saved through automation vs manual intervention. Customer Impact: Reduced escalations from L1/L2 support. Improved customer satisfaction for technical cases. Your Qualifications, Technical Skills and Experience Essential Technical Skills 3+ years in third-line support, SRE, or cloud operations for enterprise SaaS. Proven track record in incident resolution and root cause analysis. Experience working with both multi-tenant and single-tenant cloud architectures. Strong background in supporting C#/.NET Core/MVC web applications with SQL Server backends and Azure Blob Storage. Advanced Azure diagnostics (Application Insights, Log Analytics, Kusto Query Language). Proficient in SQL for investigation and remediation. Scripting and automation skills in PowerShell and/or C#. Understanding of Azure components: App Services, VMs, SQL DB, Blob Storage, scaling strategies. Experience in capacity planning, SLOs, and error budget management Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Log Analytics, Azure Data Explorer (KQL), Azure Functions, Logic Apps, PowerShell, C#, SQL Server Management Studio, Azure Storage Explorer, Power BI (for reporting). Desirable Your Personal Skills and Attributes Exceptional problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to clearly document findings and communicate with technical and non-technical audiences. Calm under pressure during high-priority incidents. Collaborative mindset, working closely with support, dev, and ops teams. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. You may be expected to perform different tasks as the needs of the business and your role evolve. Your job description will be reviewed and updated accordingly. Your Benefits Private Medical Insurance: Your health matters, and we've got you covered. Birthday Off: Celebrate your day your way - it's on us. Holiday Purchase: Need more downtime? Purchase up to an additional 5 days of holiday. Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential 24/7 helpline and support for you and your immediate family. Time for You: We value your personal time. That's why we aim to finish work at 2pm on Fridays. Better Working: We embrace hybrid working and where it is operationally practicable, we support employees splitting their working time between the office and home. Pension: Plan for tomorrow with our pension scheme via NEST. If you are looking for your next opportunity please contact me
Senior Software Engineers are required by this FS leader as they continue their modernisation across software engineering approaches. Are you an experienced engineers who wants to contribute to the future of AI-led software development, working alongside liked-minded engineers really challenging what is possible in production. In this role, you'll work as part of a small team on the modernisation of high-value Legacy services using advanced AI tooling, shipping improvements in rapid cycles and demonstrating measurable gains in performance, reliability, and delivery speed. You'll work on complex systems that directly unblock organisational velocity, using AI to analyse codebases, extract clean APIs, refactor safely, and deliver fully tested, production-ready services. Alongside modernisation, you'll build the AI-powered development infrastructure of the future: MCP-based service discovery, AI-assisted CI/CD pipelines, automated code review and test generation, and reusable tooling that elevates engineering productivity across the organisation. This team is senior, and outcome-driven-ideal for engineers who love writing code, solving hard problems, and proving impact through shipped work. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate - An extensive history of Back End engineering experience (Java, microservices, large-scale systems) A track record modernising production systems Ideally, hands-on experience with LLMs, MCP, Copilot/Claude Code, or AI-powered automation Evidence of real productivity gains achieved through AI in your workflow An inquisitive nature, looking to challenge where applicable and push technical boundaries This is an exciting opportunity to really push boundaries, please contact me for a full job spec and detailed conversation about the organisation and what they are looking to achieve. Please note, this is a hybrid position with time expected in their central London office weekly.
23/01/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineers are required by this FS leader as they continue their modernisation across software engineering approaches. Are you an experienced engineers who wants to contribute to the future of AI-led software development, working alongside liked-minded engineers really challenging what is possible in production. In this role, you'll work as part of a small team on the modernisation of high-value Legacy services using advanced AI tooling, shipping improvements in rapid cycles and demonstrating measurable gains in performance, reliability, and delivery speed. You'll work on complex systems that directly unblock organisational velocity, using AI to analyse codebases, extract clean APIs, refactor safely, and deliver fully tested, production-ready services. Alongside modernisation, you'll build the AI-powered development infrastructure of the future: MCP-based service discovery, AI-assisted CI/CD pipelines, automated code review and test generation, and reusable tooling that elevates engineering productivity across the organisation. This team is senior, and outcome-driven-ideal for engineers who love writing code, solving hard problems, and proving impact through shipped work. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate - An extensive history of Back End engineering experience (Java, microservices, large-scale systems) A track record modernising production systems Ideally, hands-on experience with LLMs, MCP, Copilot/Claude Code, or AI-powered automation Evidence of real productivity gains achieved through AI in your workflow An inquisitive nature, looking to challenge where applicable and push technical boundaries This is an exciting opportunity to really push boundaries, please contact me for a full job spec and detailed conversation about the organisation and what they are looking to achieve. Please note, this is a hybrid position with time expected in their central London office weekly.
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum Location: Kent Contract Type: Permanent Holidays: 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays Technical Resources are working with a dynamic and forward-thinking fire and security solutions provider to recruit a 3rd Line IT Support & Infrastructure Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT professional to take ownership of group-wide infrastructure projects, support critical systems, and help shape the business's hybrid technology roadmap across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities: Deliver 3rd line technical support across a group of seven UK locations. Lead and manage IT infrastructure projects, including disaster recovery, Microsoft 365 tenant migrations, and network configuration. Administer and maintain the full Microsoft 365 stack (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID, Azure & Azure Arc/Replication). Manage backup and recovery solutions (eg Arctera Backup Exec, Veeam). Support, monitor, and enhance server environments (physical and virtual). Work collaboratively with third-party vendors and internal teams. Mentor 1st and 2nd line support engineers, providing technical guidance. IT security compliance (MFA, access control, vulnerability remediation). Ensure infrastructure reliability through proactive maintenance and thorough documentation. Skills & Attributes: Proven analytical and troubleshooting ability at the 3rd line level. close attention to detail with strong organisational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Independent, proactive work ethic with a collaborative mindset. Adaptability and eagerness to learn within a fast-paced environment. Essential Experience: Minimum 5 years in a senior IT support or infrastructure engineering role. In-depth experience in troubleshooting across multi-site environments. Strong grasp of ITIL frameworks and best practice service delivery. Preferred Technical Knowledge: Windows Server OS () Microsoft 365 administration - SharePoint, Azure, Exchange Online, Azure Arc Active Directory & Azure Entra ID Networking - TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPSEC VPN, VLANs, BGP Cisco Meraki & Catalyst - switching, Firewalls, wireless Hyper-V virtualisation and replication The Company Offers: Ongoing training and development opportunities. Support for professional accreditations and qualifications. A collaborative, inclusive workplace where every contribution is valued. Competitive salary and benefits package. Generous holiday entitlement. Company pension scheme. Medicash health plan and wellbeing support resources. Employee discounts and referral rewards. On-site parking.
23/01/2026
Full time
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum Location: Kent Contract Type: Permanent Holidays: 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays Technical Resources are working with a dynamic and forward-thinking fire and security solutions provider to recruit a 3rd Line IT Support & Infrastructure Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT professional to take ownership of group-wide infrastructure projects, support critical systems, and help shape the business's hybrid technology roadmap across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities: Deliver 3rd line technical support across a group of seven UK locations. Lead and manage IT infrastructure projects, including disaster recovery, Microsoft 365 tenant migrations, and network configuration. Administer and maintain the full Microsoft 365 stack (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID, Azure & Azure Arc/Replication). Manage backup and recovery solutions (eg Arctera Backup Exec, Veeam). Support, monitor, and enhance server environments (physical and virtual). Work collaboratively with third-party vendors and internal teams. Mentor 1st and 2nd line support engineers, providing technical guidance. IT security compliance (MFA, access control, vulnerability remediation). Ensure infrastructure reliability through proactive maintenance and thorough documentation. Skills & Attributes: Proven analytical and troubleshooting ability at the 3rd line level. close attention to detail with strong organisational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Independent, proactive work ethic with a collaborative mindset. Adaptability and eagerness to learn within a fast-paced environment. Essential Experience: Minimum 5 years in a senior IT support or infrastructure engineering role. In-depth experience in troubleshooting across multi-site environments. Strong grasp of ITIL frameworks and best practice service delivery. Preferred Technical Knowledge: Windows Server OS () Microsoft 365 administration - SharePoint, Azure, Exchange Online, Azure Arc Active Directory & Azure Entra ID Networking - TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPSEC VPN, VLANs, BGP Cisco Meraki & Catalyst - switching, Firewalls, wireless Hyper-V virtualisation and replication The Company Offers: Ongoing training and development opportunities. Support for professional accreditations and qualifications. A collaborative, inclusive workplace where every contribution is valued. Competitive salary and benefits package. Generous holiday entitlement. Company pension scheme. Medicash health plan and wellbeing support resources. Employee discounts and referral rewards. On-site parking.
We are currently looking for an Infrastructure Engineer - Networking to join our Technology Service & Operations function within the Digital & Technology group. Client Details The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. Description Key responsibilities: This is a hands-on technical role where you will be expected to interact daily with core IT Infrastructure technologies. You are expected to be able to configure, manage and diagnose the IT Infrastructure components detailed in this advert. Technical skills and IT systems we use: We are undertaking a program of works that is focused on reducing our suppliers and vendors to ensure we can build skillsets around vendor technology stacks. This roll will require the technical skills in Cisco Switching and WiFi networking. (optional) Cisco ISE Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switching Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Catalyst WLC's and 9000 series Access points Using Cisco Catalyst Center to manage software and firmware versions Strong skills in Cisco command line device management and via catalyst center. Strong understanding of VLAN's, IP VLSM (optional) Using network management tool SolarWinds Understanding advanced switching diagnostics and redundancy such as MTU, spanning tree, Mac address tables Leadership and Escalation: Lead and manage the successful execution of network edge projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the MHRA's IT strategy. If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please click here for further details. Profile Our successful candidates will have: Experience in leading network-related projects, including equipment rollouts, upgrades, and troubleshooting complex network issues. A track record of identifying deeper underlying problems and opportunities and anticipating problems before they occur. Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, making sure services and products are delivered and aligned to industry best practice and regulatory and contractual requirements. Strong technical expertise in network edge technologies, including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, and network security. Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco or similar network infrastructure, with experience in implementing security protocols and best practices. The Network Edge Engineer will play a key role in managing and delivering network projects and BAU tasks, with a particular focus on the edge of the network, such as campus environments. This role is essential in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of the network edge as the MHRA undergoes a significant overhaul of its IT infrastructure, including the deployment of new equipment. The successful candidate will provide advanced expertise in network edge technologies, working closely with both senior and junior engineers to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. You will act as an escalation point for more complex network edge issues, providing guidance and troubleshooting support to junior engineers when required. The role also involves working collaboratively with other teams to align network edge initiatives with the overall IT strategy. An on-call element is required, as the role involves providing support for critical network issues outside regular working hours, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Job Offer Competitive Salary 46,160 This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London or South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Access to Alpha pension scheme, which all new starters are enrolled into automatically, is 28.97% A digital Allowance of upto 12,823 per annum maybe available for exceptional candidates based on our assessment of your skills and experience. This allowance is non-pensionable and may change on an annual basis: Developing - 1372 Proficient - 7097 Accomplished - 12,823 The selection process: We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here. Application , which will include a CV, which should demonstrate how you meet the Experience and Technical Success Profile criteria. Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. Closing date: 5th February 2026 at 10am Shortlisting date: 16th February 2026 Interview date: 10th - 12th March 2026 Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here. Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include: Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here. Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact . In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners' Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami, Head of Talent Acquisition If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:
22/01/2026
Full time
We are currently looking for an Infrastructure Engineer - Networking to join our Technology Service & Operations function within the Digital & Technology group. Client Details The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. Description Key responsibilities: This is a hands-on technical role where you will be expected to interact daily with core IT Infrastructure technologies. You are expected to be able to configure, manage and diagnose the IT Infrastructure components detailed in this advert. Technical skills and IT systems we use: We are undertaking a program of works that is focused on reducing our suppliers and vendors to ensure we can build skillsets around vendor technology stacks. This roll will require the technical skills in Cisco Switching and WiFi networking. (optional) Cisco ISE Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switching Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Catalyst WLC's and 9000 series Access points Using Cisco Catalyst Center to manage software and firmware versions Strong skills in Cisco command line device management and via catalyst center. Strong understanding of VLAN's, IP VLSM (optional) Using network management tool SolarWinds Understanding advanced switching diagnostics and redundancy such as MTU, spanning tree, Mac address tables Leadership and Escalation: Lead and manage the successful execution of network edge projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the MHRA's IT strategy. If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please click here for further details. Profile Our successful candidates will have: Experience in leading network-related projects, including equipment rollouts, upgrades, and troubleshooting complex network issues. A track record of identifying deeper underlying problems and opportunities and anticipating problems before they occur. Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, making sure services and products are delivered and aligned to industry best practice and regulatory and contractual requirements. Strong technical expertise in network edge technologies, including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, and network security. Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco or similar network infrastructure, with experience in implementing security protocols and best practices. The Network Edge Engineer will play a key role in managing and delivering network projects and BAU tasks, with a particular focus on the edge of the network, such as campus environments. This role is essential in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of the network edge as the MHRA undergoes a significant overhaul of its IT infrastructure, including the deployment of new equipment. The successful candidate will provide advanced expertise in network edge technologies, working closely with both senior and junior engineers to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. You will act as an escalation point for more complex network edge issues, providing guidance and troubleshooting support to junior engineers when required. The role also involves working collaboratively with other teams to align network edge initiatives with the overall IT strategy. An on-call element is required, as the role involves providing support for critical network issues outside regular working hours, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Job Offer Competitive Salary 46,160 This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London or South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Access to Alpha pension scheme, which all new starters are enrolled into automatically, is 28.97% A digital Allowance of upto 12,823 per annum maybe available for exceptional candidates based on our assessment of your skills and experience. This allowance is non-pensionable and may change on an annual basis: Developing - 1372 Proficient - 7097 Accomplished - 12,823 The selection process: We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here. Application , which will include a CV, which should demonstrate how you meet the Experience and Technical Success Profile criteria. Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. Closing date: 5th February 2026 at 10am Shortlisting date: 16th February 2026 Interview date: 10th - 12th March 2026 Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here. Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include: Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here. Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact . In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners' Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami, Head of Talent Acquisition If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:
Senior Software Engineer - Active eDV Required Location: Gloucester or Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) Security Clearance: Current Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) required Employment Type: Permanent Our client, a prestigious organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with eDV clearance to join their team in Gloucester, Manchester, or London. This is a permanent role, requiring full-time onsite presence at one of the specified locations. Key Responsibilities: Designing and building software using industry best practices Collaborating with stakeholders and other engineers Contributing to the completion of project milestones Driving continuous improvement within the team Providing technical direction and collaboration with peers Job Requirements: Experience working in Agile delivery teams Proficiency in Java development using Spring Boot Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue Experience with cloud services like AWS or Azure Experience in building enterprise-level web applications or services Competence in Docker/Kubernetes containerisation and orchestration Skills in unit and automation testing Familiarity with data visualisation techniques and tools Understanding of structured and unstructured storage of data Experience with code repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, and merge processes Knowledge of MongoDB and Apache Kafka Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
22/01/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - Active eDV Required Location: Gloucester or Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) Security Clearance: Current Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) required Employment Type: Permanent Our client, a prestigious organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with eDV clearance to join their team in Gloucester, Manchester, or London. This is a permanent role, requiring full-time onsite presence at one of the specified locations. Key Responsibilities: Designing and building software using industry best practices Collaborating with stakeholders and other engineers Contributing to the completion of project milestones Driving continuous improvement within the team Providing technical direction and collaboration with peers Job Requirements: Experience working in Agile delivery teams Proficiency in Java development using Spring Boot Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue Experience with cloud services like AWS or Azure Experience in building enterprise-level web applications or services Competence in Docker/Kubernetes containerisation and orchestration Skills in unit and automation testing Familiarity with data visualisation techniques and tools Understanding of structured and unstructured storage of data Experience with code repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, and merge processes Knowledge of MongoDB and Apache Kafka Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
Senior Technical Architect (Solutions Architect) Milton Keynes Hybrid working. Contract 6 months, 550 - 600 per day Inside IR35 The Role Parity is delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who are looking to recruit a experienced Senior Technical Architect to support the design and delivery of secure, scalable, and modern digital solutions. This is a senior role, working across multiple programmes to shape technology strategy, architecture, and delivery. You will play a key role in translating complex business requirements into robust technical solutions, ensuring alignment with UK Government Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) standards and best-practice cyber security frameworks. Key Responsibilities Lead solutions architecture across complex digital and infrastructure programmes Design secure, scalable, and resilient system architectures Translate business needs into technical designs and roadmaps Collaborate with delivery teams, architects, engineers, and stakeholders Provide architectural assurance and guidance across multiple teams Promote reuse of patterns, standards, and modern technology approaches Support senior technology leadership and cross-government collaboration Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in Solutions and Enterprise Architecture Ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience producing high-level designs, technical documentation, and requirements Background working in agile, DevOps, and continuous delivery environments Knowledge of UK Government technology standards and policies Strong understanding of cyber security principles (NCSC, CIS, NIST) Experience with private cloud (VMware) and public cloud (AWS/Azure) Relevant qualifications (TOGAF, MCSE, CCNP or equivalent) Desirable Cloud-native development and DevOps automation Infrastructure as Code, containerisation, and microservices Experience in matrix or large-scale public sector environments Interest in emerging technologies and innovation If this sounds like the role for you then do not hesitate to contact me, Lynne Strang, for more information or simply click on the apply button Parity - Better Decisions: Better People Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services. We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy which can be found at (url removed)
22/01/2026
Contractor
Senior Technical Architect (Solutions Architect) Milton Keynes Hybrid working. Contract 6 months, 550 - 600 per day Inside IR35 The Role Parity is delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who are looking to recruit a experienced Senior Technical Architect to support the design and delivery of secure, scalable, and modern digital solutions. This is a senior role, working across multiple programmes to shape technology strategy, architecture, and delivery. You will play a key role in translating complex business requirements into robust technical solutions, ensuring alignment with UK Government Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) standards and best-practice cyber security frameworks. Key Responsibilities Lead solutions architecture across complex digital and infrastructure programmes Design secure, scalable, and resilient system architectures Translate business needs into technical designs and roadmaps Collaborate with delivery teams, architects, engineers, and stakeholders Provide architectural assurance and guidance across multiple teams Promote reuse of patterns, standards, and modern technology approaches Support senior technology leadership and cross-government collaboration Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in Solutions and Enterprise Architecture Ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience producing high-level designs, technical documentation, and requirements Background working in agile, DevOps, and continuous delivery environments Knowledge of UK Government technology standards and policies Strong understanding of cyber security principles (NCSC, CIS, NIST) Experience with private cloud (VMware) and public cloud (AWS/Azure) Relevant qualifications (TOGAF, MCSE, CCNP or equivalent) Desirable Cloud-native development and DevOps automation Infrastructure as Code, containerisation, and microservices Experience in matrix or large-scale public sector environments Interest in emerging technologies and innovation If this sounds like the role for you then do not hesitate to contact me, Lynne Strang, for more information or simply click on the apply button Parity - Better Decisions: Better People Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services. We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy which can be found at (url removed)
Senior Software Engineer - Active eDV Required Location: Gloucester or Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) Security Clearance: Current Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) required Employment Type: Permanent Our client, a prestigious organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with eDV clearance to join their team in Gloucester, Manchester, or London. This is a permanent role, requiring full-time onsite presence at one of the specified locations. Key Responsibilities: Designing and building software using industry best practices Collaborating with stakeholders and other engineers Contributing to the completion of project milestones Driving continuous improvement within the team Providing technical direction and collaboration with peers Job Requirements: Experience working in Agile delivery teams Proficiency in Java development using Spring Boot Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue Experience with cloud services like AWS or Azure Experience in building enterprise-level web applications or services Competence in Docker/Kubernetes containerisation and orchestration Skills in unit and automation testing Familiarity with data visualisation techniques and tools Understanding of structured and unstructured storage of data Experience with code repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, and merge processes Knowledge of MongoDB and Apache Kafka Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
22/01/2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - Active eDV Required Location: Gloucester or Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) Security Clearance: Current Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) required Employment Type: Permanent Our client, a prestigious organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with eDV clearance to join their team in Gloucester, Manchester, or London. This is a permanent role, requiring full-time onsite presence at one of the specified locations. Key Responsibilities: Designing and building software using industry best practices Collaborating with stakeholders and other engineers Contributing to the completion of project milestones Driving continuous improvement within the team Providing technical direction and collaboration with peers Job Requirements: Experience working in Agile delivery teams Proficiency in Java development using Spring Boot Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue Experience with cloud services like AWS or Azure Experience in building enterprise-level web applications or services Competence in Docker/Kubernetes containerisation and orchestration Skills in unit and automation testing Familiarity with data visualisation techniques and tools Understanding of structured and unstructured storage of data Experience with code repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, and merge processes Knowledge of MongoDB and Apache Kafka Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
The software engineering department is scaling rapidly, and the platform maturity needs to keep pace. This is a new senior hire , joining an existing SRE team of two as part of a planned expansion. The focus is on building a robust, secure, and repeatable platform that enables developers to ship with confidence as the organisation grows. You will have meaningful influence over how reliability, security, and operational standards are defined and implemented. Up to 80,000 Southampton Hybrid (2 days onsite) What you will be responsible for You will take a senior, hands-on role in shaping the platform and guiding technical direction, while still remaining close to the work. Key areas of responsibility include: Designing and evolving cloud infrastructure using Terraform as a first-class practice Improving platform reliability, scalability, and security posture Working closely with development teams to enable safe, efficient delivery Leading by example on observability, incident analysis, and operational discipline Helping define and embed SRE best practices as the team grows There is no on-call expectation. The emphasis is on building resilient systems , not reacting to constant failure. What we are looking for Essential Strong, hands-on Terraform experience in production environments Proven experience operating and improving cloud-based platforms Confidence making architectural and operational decisions Ability to mentor others and raise the technical bar of the team Useful, but not required Deep experience with container platforms or managed Kubernetes Observability platforms such as Datadog GitOps practices and strong documentation habits This role suits someone who enjoys ownership, values thoughtful engineering, and wants to help build a platform function the right way rather than inheriting chaos. Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment for more information Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
22/01/2026
Full time
The software engineering department is scaling rapidly, and the platform maturity needs to keep pace. This is a new senior hire , joining an existing SRE team of two as part of a planned expansion. The focus is on building a robust, secure, and repeatable platform that enables developers to ship with confidence as the organisation grows. You will have meaningful influence over how reliability, security, and operational standards are defined and implemented. Up to 80,000 Southampton Hybrid (2 days onsite) What you will be responsible for You will take a senior, hands-on role in shaping the platform and guiding technical direction, while still remaining close to the work. Key areas of responsibility include: Designing and evolving cloud infrastructure using Terraform as a first-class practice Improving platform reliability, scalability, and security posture Working closely with development teams to enable safe, efficient delivery Leading by example on observability, incident analysis, and operational discipline Helping define and embed SRE best practices as the team grows There is no on-call expectation. The emphasis is on building resilient systems , not reacting to constant failure. What we are looking for Essential Strong, hands-on Terraform experience in production environments Proven experience operating and improving cloud-based platforms Confidence making architectural and operational decisions Ability to mentor others and raise the technical bar of the team Useful, but not required Deep experience with container platforms or managed Kubernetes Observability platforms such as Datadog GitOps practices and strong documentation habits This role suits someone who enjoys ownership, values thoughtful engineering, and wants to help build a platform function the right way rather than inheriting chaos. Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment for more information Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Business Development Manager - Traffic Management Solutions Location: Cambridge / Hybrid Salary: Circa 40,000 - 60,000 + Benefits Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run business that provides specialist traffic management services to support major civil engineering, utilities, and infrastructure projects across the UK. With over 40 years of industry experience, the company is recognised for its commitment to safety, innovation, and service excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing division focused on delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality traffic management solutions nationwide. The Role The Business Development Manager will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and securing profitable contracts. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you'll work closely with internal teams to deliver strategic growth and maintain the company's reputation for quality and reliability. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new sales leads to build a strong pipeline of opportunities Engage with new and existing clients across the traffic management and civil engineering sectors Prepare and manage quotations, ensuring accuracy and timely submission Track and report on sales performance, opportunities, and client engagement using CRM systems Support the tender process and contribute to bid submissions Negotiate pricing and terms to secure profitable contracts Analyse feedback on won and lost projects to refine future strategy Produce regular sales and activity reports for senior management About You Proven experience in business development or sales within Traffic Management or Civil Engineering Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Highly organised with experience managing multiple live opportunities Proficient in CRM and reporting tools Motivated, proactive, and target-driven What's on Offer Competitive salary, reviewed regularly against market benchmarks Hybrid working (Cambridge base) Supportive, family-run culture with genuine progression opportunities Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure and utilities projects Apply now to join a respected and growing organisation where your expertise will help shape the future of safe and sustainable infrastructure delivery.
22/01/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - Traffic Management Solutions Location: Cambridge / Hybrid Salary: Circa 40,000 - 60,000 + Benefits Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run business that provides specialist traffic management services to support major civil engineering, utilities, and infrastructure projects across the UK. With over 40 years of industry experience, the company is recognised for its commitment to safety, innovation, and service excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing division focused on delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality traffic management solutions nationwide. The Role The Business Development Manager will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and securing profitable contracts. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you'll work closely with internal teams to deliver strategic growth and maintain the company's reputation for quality and reliability. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new sales leads to build a strong pipeline of opportunities Engage with new and existing clients across the traffic management and civil engineering sectors Prepare and manage quotations, ensuring accuracy and timely submission Track and report on sales performance, opportunities, and client engagement using CRM systems Support the tender process and contribute to bid submissions Negotiate pricing and terms to secure profitable contracts Analyse feedback on won and lost projects to refine future strategy Produce regular sales and activity reports for senior management About You Proven experience in business development or sales within Traffic Management or Civil Engineering Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Highly organised with experience managing multiple live opportunities Proficient in CRM and reporting tools Motivated, proactive, and target-driven What's on Offer Competitive salary, reviewed regularly against market benchmarks Hybrid working (Cambridge base) Supportive, family-run culture with genuine progression opportunities Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure and utilities projects Apply now to join a respected and growing organisation where your expertise will help shape the future of safe and sustainable infrastructure delivery.
