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Front-End/Full Stack Developer (Vue, JavaScript, Python)Barnstaple, North Devon (Office Based) £30-50k Must be living in Devon already - No VISA Sponsorship Your new company I am engaged on a project to recruit a Front End/Full Stack Web Developer to be a key contributor to a Greenfield project working in the Construction sector. This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis working from their head office in Barnstaple 5 days per week. We are hiring for a Developer with a connection to the local area, so you must already live in Devon to be considered for this role. Your new role You will be joining a small but expert team working for an owner-operated business in the construction industry. Having grown exponentially year on year in revenue and headcount it's a great time to be joining and progression is at the forefront of their thinking for the technical team.You'll shadow a Senior Web Developer working on internal websites and systems to provide a better more interactive experience for their customers. The ideal candidate is a front-end focused developer with sector experience who has worked on a mix of internal CRM, web portal, and on-site mobile apps.You'll collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to implement new features, optimise performance, and ensure best practices are followed throughout the development lifecycle. What you'll need to succeed We're looking for a proficiency with modern JavaScript/TypeScript and ideally exposure to the Vue.js framework. This will be supported by a mix of Tailwind, CSS, Sass, Less, Jest. Exposure to Python/PHP, Node.js is highly desirable, though the role will lean towards the Front End.You must have experience working on Greenfield project builds, involved in scoping out, dealing with business stakeholders and having wider input that just coding. You should be available to start within 1 month and will not require Visa sponsorship. What you'll get in return You'll work for a company investing heavily into their technology team and where work life balance is not an abstract concept and no two days are the same.You'll work hybrid with their rural modern offices having ample parking and a feel-good culture. There is good holiday allowance and company pension, plus a great chance to take the lead on projects and push towards a Senior Dev role. What you need to do now At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology.To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director on . Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Backend Engineer (Python AWS) £50,000 per annum ? Fully Remote - UK Based Permanent, Full-TimeA well-established UK insurance organisation is undertaking a major backend transformation programme, rebuilding a legacy PHP platform into a modern, scalable Python-based architecture hosted in AWS .This is a senior-level engineering role focused on designing and delivering the next generation backend platform that will underpin future digital products.The role is heavily Python-focused . PHP knowledge is beneficial only to support understanding of the legacy system during migration - it is not the primary technology moving forward. The Opportunity You'll play a key role in the architecture and delivery of a modern cloud-native backend platform, helping transition core functionality from a legacy PHP estate into a scalable, secure Python environment.This is a hands-on engineering position with architectural influence - ideal for someone who enjoys shaping technical direction while remaining close to code. Key Responsibilities Platform Modernisation Architect and develop scalable backend services using Python Design and implement secure, well-structured RESTful APIs Lead the re-engineering of legacy functionality into modern, cloud-native services Contribute to long-term backend architecture decisions Cloud & Infrastructure Design and build solutions within AWS environments Apply cloud best practices for scalability, resilience and security Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows Embed monitoring, logging and observability within cloud-hosted systems Legacy Transition Support phased migration away from the existing PHP platform Provide technical oversight during system replacement and integration Reduce technical debt while maintaining service continuity Engineering Leadership Participate in technical reviews and architectural discussions Promote coding standards and clean architecture principles Mentor junior developers where appropriate Contribute to Agile ceremonies and cross-functional collaboration Essential Experience Strong commercial experience developing backend systems in Python Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs Proven experience building and deploying applications within AWS (e.g. Lambda, ECS, API Gateway, CloudWatch, DynamoDB, Cognito or similar services) Experience working in cloud-native or distributed architectures Strong understanding of security, authentication and secure API design Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices Familiarity with Git-based version control workflows Desirable Working knowledge of PHP (legacy context only) Experience modernising or replacing legacy systems Event-driven or serverless architecture exposure Background within financial services or regulated environments Why Apply? Genuine greenfield-style rebuild within an established organisation Senior-level influence on platform architecture Cloud-first engineering environment Fully remote UK role Long-term technology investment roadmap Please note: the successful candidate will be required to complete standard background checks.

You will join a successful international insurance company who specialise in commercial insurance and reinsurance products. My client is looking for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to play a pivotal role in designing and implementing next-generation data warehousing solutions, with a focus on Snowflake and AWS technologies. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of data architecture and drive innovation in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Main Responsibilities: Lead the modernisation journey to Snowflake-based data warehousing solutions within an AWS environment. Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-efficient data solutions using AWS services such as Glue, Lambda, S3, Redshift, and Step Functions. Develop robust data pipelines and analytics platforms, ensuring high availability, performance, and maintainability. Drive automation and CI/CD practices for data workflows, ensuring reliable deployment and monitoring. Mentor and support team members through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and developers to ensure alignment between requirements and data solutions. Benefits: Hybrid working (approximately 2 days a week in the office) Salary up to £100,000 + 15% bonus 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy and sell 10% employee pension contribution Life Assurance, plus much more Requirements: Strong leadership and communication skills as you will be working closely and presenting to senior stakeholders, along with leading and mentoring teams Proven experience as a data engineer with a strong focus on Snowflake and AWS services in large-scale enterprise environments Extensive experience with AWS services (eg, EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Redshift, Lambda, API Gateway) Strong SQL skills for complex data queries and transformations Python programming for data processing and analysis is a plus Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills For more information and immediate review, please apply now! Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior C++ Software Developer, Python - Financial/Banking Candidates will have 7+ years C++ experience (ideally more) and excellent knowledge of Python - ideally coming from a Financial/Banking background with knowledge of Equities, Futures & Options and Fixed Income and Exchange Connectivity, Fix Protocol with some Low Latency experience. SKILLS DEPENDENT: There may be the opportunity to take on a Principal Engineers role depending on previous experience. Job Overview You will work with the Product, Infrastructure and QA teams, to produce high performance, low latency and highly reliable code. Your goal will be to develop software which handle large amount of TPS to drive a highly efficient technology used by several markets around the world. To be successful in this role as a Senior Software Engineer C++, you will be a proponent of agile methodology and modern software best practices. You can produce detailed technical work in OOP and work with other members of the Development team to produce code of high-quality standards. Ideally, you should have worked in critical systems development in the past. Responsibilities and Duties Codes, tests, integrates, and documents software. Provides technical leadership to more junior employees and other teams. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the development of complex products. Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in internal review of software components and systems. Work on the hardest technical problems facing the company, often these problems are unusually complex and require the utmost creativity and innovation. Apply and champion the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products. Keep abreast of technology trends and champion new ideas and process improvements. Required Skills/Experience 7+ years development experience in C++ 11 and Boost creating performant, scalable applications. 2+ years of experience in networking (UDP, Multicasting, TCP, etc ), messaging, and algorithms. 2+ years of experience on Linux systems. Good understanding of modern development best practices and methodologies and good knowledge of Git/GitHub. Python, including Pytest. Knowledge of capital markets exchange connectivity on stocks (Fixed Income and derivatives is a plus), including exchange protocols such as FIX and SBE. Most importantly, a drive to solve complex technological and trading challenges with a great team of talented developers. Comfortable using Agile methodology, including continuous integration, sprints, Jira and the relevant processes and workflow. Some understanding and usage of cloud technology is a plus but not mandatory.

SC CLEARED DEVELOPER/SENIOR DEVELOPER CONTRACT ROLES - 6 months- FLEXIBLE HYBRID IN EITHER BRISTOL/MANCHESTER/LONDON - RATE BETWEEN 550 TO 675 DEPENDANT ON EXPERIENCE These roles will be Hybrid based and can be flexible with the base location and number of days spent in office. Candidates based outside of London must be willing to attend the London office once per month All candidates must hold a Valid SC Clearance to be successful for this role We are looking for a Developer and Senior Developer to join a Government client in their Cyber Services Teams, helping to protect public services and the wider teams from cyber threats Skills - User Focusd System Design Programming and Build Information Security Strong Communicator Python Django Docker GitHub Knowledge of Linux/UNIX (For the senior Developer) Experience leading work within an Agile environment, leading junior developers (For the Senior Developer) Worked within Public Sector or Government PLEASE APPLY ONLINE IF THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU  SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

A high-growth institutional trading business in the digital assets market is expanding its London team and hiring a Quant Developer to join its OTC pricing function. This is a great opportunity to join a successful firm adding headcount as it continues to grow, and to work on highly visible quantitative systems that sit at the core of pricing, hedging and liquidity decisions. The role offers a rare blend of quantitative research partnership and hands-on production engineering, making it ideal for someone who enjoys solving real market problems in a fast-paced trading environment. THE ROLE: Quant Developer OTC Pricing This is a senior-level quant development role within the OTC pricing team, focused on turning quantitative ideas into robust, production-grade trading and pricing solutions. The successful candidate will work very closely with quantitative researchers, contributing not only to implementation but also to the design and refinement of pricing and liquidity models. The role combines research-oriented modelling in Python with production engineering in Java. You will use Python to analyse data, test ideas and support model development, while using Java to build and enhance high-performance pricing infrastructure used in a live, global trading environment. You will be involved in the development of pricing logic, flow analysis, spread optimisation and automated hedging tools. The role also includes working on distributed systems challenges in a 24/7 multi-region environment, where reliability, consistency and performance are critical. This is a high-impact position for someone who enjoys applying quantitative thinking to real trading and pricing problems at scale. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Quant Developer OTC Pricing Build and enhance quantitative pricing, hedging and optimisation models within a high-performance Java framework Work alongside quantitative researchers to analyse large datasets and translate research into production-ready solutions Use Python for model prototyping, data analysis, signal investigation and backtesting activity Develop and improve pricing skew, spread and liquidity optimisation logic Design and implement automated hedging strategies, taking into account execution risk, liquidity and market impact Support pricing system deployment across distributed, multi-region architecture with a focus on uptime and consistency Analyse client trading behaviour, including flow quality, decay and pricing performance, to support more effective pricing decisions Contribute to the ongoing evolution of tools and systems used in a live institutional trading environment REQUIRED - SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Quant Developer OTC Pricing Strong Java development experience, ideally 5+ years Deep understanding of object-oriented design, concurrency, and high-performance distributed systems Proficient in Python; Including use of libraries such as NumPy, SciPy and Pandas for quantitative analysis and prototyping Proven experience applying numerical optimisation techniques and/or machine learning methods to pricing, trading or market-related problems Prior experience in client pricing, electronic trading, or a closely related quantitative trading environment Exposure to liquid markets such as FX, equities, ETFs or crypto Strong academic background in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Physics or Quantitative Finance Ability to operate effectively in a role that bridges quantitative modelling and production engineering DESIRABLE - SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Quant Developer OTC Pricing Familiarity with low-latency system optimisation, such as GC tuning or tools/frameworks used in high-performance messaging environments Understanding of derivatives pricing and risk management, particularly across products such as futures, forwards, NDFs and CFDs KDB+/Q Exposure to AWS, Docker and Kubernetes

Senior Full Stack Developer Mode of working: London- 3 days onsite Type of Employment: Permanent Interview Format: 1. Live coding+ 2 interview rounds. The Senior Full Stack Developer Role As a Senior Full Stack Developer , you will design and deliver end-to-end application solutions using cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP, alongside modern technologies including NoSQL databases, Python, React, TypeScript and DevOps tooling. You will work on cutting-edge projects, develop scalable applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Senior Full Stack Developer Key Responsibilities: Own the end-to-end architecture across front-end, back-end, APIs, data and system integrations. Define reference architectures, technology standards and design principles for development teams. Make strategic technical decisions balancing scalability, security, cost efficiency and delivery speed. Design and develop accessible, secure and scalable front-end applications using React and TypeScript. Establish standards for state management, authentication flows and UI/UX consistency. Architect back-end services using Node.js or Python, including REST APIs and event-driven patterns. Apply microservices principles, resiliency patterns and fault-tolerant design. Model and manage relational and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB and Postgres, including caching and data access strategies. Architect cloud-native solutions on AWS, Azure or GCP, incorporating CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code. Build for high availability, disaster recovery, cost optimisation and embedded observability. Apply secure coding practices and design robust authentication, authorisation and data-protection models. Ensure compliance with enterprise security policies and regulatory standards. Senior Full Stack Developer Essential skills / knowledge / experience: Hands-on experience in software development and solution architecture. Deep expertise in Azure, AWS or GCP cloud services. Strong background in backend development (TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python), REST APIs and microservices. Experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Postgres. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code and DevOps practices. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly. Familiarity with AI/ML integration and secure cloud architecture is an advantage.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Full Stack Developer to join a growing software house on a three-month internship, with the potential of this role going permanent. Our client is UK based AI transformation company pioneering a new category. This is combining AI Systems, modular software and strategic execution into deployable solutions for enterprise clients. The Project: Working on a greenfield build on Ms Azure, the successful candidate will focus on building a secure, scalable platform from the ground up. The system will support complex workflows, secure data management and multi - organisation collaboration within a regulated environment. The team is intentionally small (architect + senior engineers), so we're looking for developers who are comfortable taking ownership across the stack rather than working in highly siloed roles. Responsibilities: Strong full stack engineering capability (Back End-heavy preferred) Build React frontends and Python (FastAPI) backends Experience building APIs and scalable web platforms Modern Front End frameworks (React or similar) Create and manage PostgreSQL databases and containerised microservices Cloud experience (Azure preferred, AWS acceptable) Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving engineering team Preferred Backgrounds: Computer Science Experience with programming in Python Experience with creating and managing SQL & PostgreSQL databases. Azure cloud experience advantageous. This is an opportunity for engineers who enjoy building platforms from the ground up rather than maintaining Legacy The client is offering interviews this week. This role is fully remote.

A leading IT Consultancy is seeking an SC Cleared Technical Architect on a contract basis to work on a project with a Government client. The role will be fully remote based. You will need to hold an active SC Clearance that has not lapsed. The SC Cleared Technical Solution Architect will analyse the technology landscape, identify opportunities for improvement, and define architectures that support long-term digital transformation. You will collaborate closely with developers, SRE and security specialists, product managers, user researchers, designers, and delivery managers to guide technical direction across multiple service lines. Essential Skills & Experience Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (eg, microservices, APIs, distributed systems). Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modelling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modelling, performance considerations, and observability. Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerisation. Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong understanding of data modelling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. Ability to work across the full delivery life cycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition.

Innovation Software Engineer (Numerical Modelling, AI/ML, C++/Python) Guildford, Surrey (On-site) £65000 - £100,000 + 25% Bonus, 10% Pension, Private Medical. - A Masters or PhD Degree in Computing or STEM disciplines. - Can work full-time, 5 days a week in Guildford in the office. Your new company This leading Software provider are looking to bolster their engineering team with an experienced C++/Python Software Or Research Engineer. You will be working Full time in their head office location in the heart of Guildford close to the University and with excellent transport links to majority of Surrey and the South East. This role would essentially suit a versatile individual to span early R&D, applied algorithm development, and production grade engineering. You may sit more on the scientific research or SW Engineering side currently, but will be interested in a role blending the skills to solve real world problems. Your new role You'll be joining the Innovation Team which have a broad mandate to work across the entire suite of internal products. You'll drive early stage technical innovation by researching and prototyping new modelling, optimisation, AI, and simulation methods, then turning those ideas into robust, high quality software. The role involves designing algorithms and numerical techniques for complex scientific or engineering challenges, working across languages such as Python for research and C++ or C# for production, and collaborating closely with researchers and engineers to develop promising concepts into practical tools. They also want someone who can define good technical practices, ensure strong code quality through testing and documentation, and take full ownership of technical workstreams from initial concept through to integration. Overall, we need someone who thrives in an exploratory, ambiguous environment and can turn innovative ideas into practical, high impact tools that shape future products. It's a well-established business with decades of experience taking them a market leading position. Building on an impressive 2024 they pushed towards 100 headcount and have the investment and product positioning to double this in the coming 12 months, with a particular focus on the Engineering team. Given this imminent growth there are Senior and Leadership opportunities to aspire to down the line. What you'll need to succeed We're looking for candidates with a Masters or PhD Degree in a STEM or Computing discipline. You must have proven experience working at the interface of research and software development, translating prototype code into performant, production-ready implementations. We're looking for experience working in an R&D style environment using one or more compiled systems languages (C++, C#) or at least one high-level scientific language (eg, Python, Julia). We are particularly looking at experience with scientific computing, numerical methods, or computational modelling. Desirables are Machine learning, optimization, control, probabilistic modelling, or related fields. Familiarity digital twins, agentic systems, reinforcement learning or advanced optimisation. What you'll get in return You'll work for a technology focused company building innovative products. There's an excellent rewards scheme in place including an annual bonus up to 25%, 10% pension match, private healthcare, 25 days holiday and long term sick cover. There is parking on site or a shuttle bus for train commuters to Guildford and a modern office space with excellent amenities. What you need to do now To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director. At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Front End/Full Stack Developer (Vue, JavaScript, Python) Barnstaple, North Devon (Office Based) £30-50k *Must be living in Devon already - No VISA Sponsorship* Your new company I am engaged on a project to recruit a Front End/Full Stack Web Developer to be a key contributor to a Greenfield project working in the Construction sector. This role is offered on a Full time permanent basis working from their head office in Barnstaple 5 days per week. We are hiring for a Developer with a connection to the local area, so you must already live in Devon to be considered for this role. Your new role You will be joining a small but expert team working for an owner-operated business in the construction industry. Having grown exponentially year on year in revenue and headcount it's a great time to be joining and progression is at the forefront of their thinking for the technical team. You'll shadow a Senior Web Developer working on internal websites and systems to provide a better more interactive experience for their customers. The ideal candidate is a Front End focused developer with sector experience who has worked on a mix of internal CRM, web portal, and on-site mobile apps. You'll collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to implement new features, optimise performance, and ensure best practices are followed throughout the development life cycle. What you'll need to succeed We're looking for a proficiency with modern JavaScript/TypeScript and ideally exposure to the Vue.js framework. This will be supported by a mix of Tailwind, CSS, Sass, Less, Jest. Exposure to Python/PHP, Node.js is highly desirable, though the role will lean towards the Front End. You must have experience working on Greenfield project builds, involved in scoping out, dealing with business stakeholders and having wider input that just coding. You should be available to start within 1 month and will not require Visa sponsorship. What you'll get in return You'll work for a company investing heavily into their technology team and where work life balance is not an abstract concept and no two days are the same. You'll work hybrid with their rural modern offices having ample parking and a feel-good culture. There is good holiday allowance and company pension, plus a great chance to take the lead on projects and push towards a Senior Dev role. What you need to do now At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology. To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Senior Python Developer (Contract) 600 - 700 PD (Inside IR35) 6 Months Contract London Hybrid Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Python Software Engineer. You will lead the technical architecture and delivery , ensuring reliable system synchronisation, improved data consistency, and scalable solutions for an amazing brand. Role & Responsibilities Lead the architecture and technical delivery of the solution Develop backend services and APIs , with occasional frontend contributions where needed Implement reliable system integrations and data synchronisation Work within established architecture patterns and engineering standards Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders Communicate technical decisions clearly and maintain high engineering standards Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience with Python and TypeScript Strong AWS experience (ECS, Lambda, Step Functions, API Gateway) Experience managing infrastructure with Terraform Proven experience architecting and delivering software solutions Experience integrating with third-party APIs or vendor systems Experience with data synchronisation or complex system integration Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within existing teams Desirable - React / Next.js frontend experience

Our client is a leading specialist financial services provider currently building a technology hub in Manchester. They are seeking an experienced IT Systems Architect to provide technical leadership and architectural direction across key technology programmes. About the Role The IT Systems Architect holds overall technical authority for one or more programmes or Agile Release Trains, ensuring technical alignment, architectural governance, and successful delivery of business and technical outcomes. Working closely with other technology teams, you will ensure that architectural outcomes are withing required guardrails, shaping the Architectural Runway, guiding implementation, and championing best-practice architecture across the organisation. This role requires deep expertise in SAFe/Agile architectural design, with the ability to operate flexibly within both Agile and Waterfall environments. Key Responsibilities Develop and continually refine the Architectural Runway, technical vision, and enabler epics for applications, data, and infrastructure. Influence programme roadmaps and backlogs, preparing architectural outputs for Program Increment planning. Promote and embed a scaled agility mindset, values, and practices across teams. Drive measurable delivery velocity, best-practice adoption, and effective implementation of new designs. Guide Developers, Engineers, BAs, BRDs, and Project Managers to ensure architectural alignment and technical coherence. Collaborate with Technical and Enterprise Architects to ensure adherence to technical standards, frameworks, and methodologies. Define and support requirements for system stability, technology upgrades, and pipeline improvements. Enforce technical guardrails through effective design governance. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Expert knowledge of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, and communication architectures. Senior-level understanding of SDLC, architectural methodologies, and multi-platform environments Strong experience with web-based, service-based, and enterprise application architectures. Proven ability to manage code quality and ensure high technical standards. Deep understanding of SAFe/Agile, Waterfall delivery, and incremental architectural enablement. Excellent communication, coaching, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills. Experience defining architectural roadmaps. Education & Technical Background Strong technical delivery experience, including architectural methodologies (eg, TOGAF). Architecture experience across platforms such as Java, .NET, Python, cloud environments, and tiered architectures. Experience with insurance or finance-based products preferred. Preferred certifications: ARCH, ASE, SDP. Experience with Jira, Confluence, and LucidSpark would be beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned IT Systems Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise-level solutions, driving architectural excellence, and contributing to the continued success of a global insurance organisation.

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Penetration Testing Manager Capital One Offensive Security reduces cyber risk by uncovering vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the enterprise cyber environment through coordinated ethical hacking and penetration testing scenarios. This position works closely with team members to plan, coordinate, execute and report on sophisticated ethical hacking exercises, to identify cyber vulnerabilities and reduce the risk posture of enterprise systems. This role will be responsible for the identification and exploitation of security weaknesses, providing actionable recommendations, and collaborating with various teams to enhance our security posture. About this role: The successful candidate for this position will be part of an exciting and dynamic environment to build and deliver industry leading ethical hacking capabilities to continuously protect and defend Capital One brand, systems and data. Offensive Security is part of the Cyber Operations and Intelligence program and assists with identifying opportunities to enhance Capital One's information security posture against a broad range of cyber threats, and develop strategies to most effectively address the threats. What you'll do: Leading and overseeing penetration testing of enterprise networks, services, applications, and infrastructure. Contributing to the development of a comprehensive penetration testing strategy that aligns with the organization's overall security objectives. Analyzing penetration testing results and providing actionable insights to relevant stakeholders to drive remediation efforts and improve the organization's security posture. Staying abreast of emerging threats and attack techniques to ensure that the team's strategy and techniques remain relevant and effective. Providing mentorship and guidance to foster professional development and enhance the team's overall capabilities. Working with developers on remediation guidance and improvements throughout the Software CI/CD pipeline. Clearly and effectively conveying technical information and results to diverse audiences, including senior management and those without a technical background. What we're looking for: Information security experience in one or more of the following areas: red teaming, penetration testing, application security, or network security. Experience with security testing tools and tradecraft. Able to communicate effectively up, down and across the organization, both verbally and in writing. Including the ability to explain complex technical findings to technical teams and executive audiences. Proven ability to manage technical staff and projects, perform effective long term planning and implement continuous process improvement practices. Should have a strong understanding of networking concepts, Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems, cloud and web application vulnerabilities and exploitation. Any of these would be advantageous (but we'd still love to hear from you): Bachelors Degree or equivalent certification Security testing of cloud environments. We're invested with AWS but will consider those who have worked on any other major public cloud provider (Azure, GCP). Experience in offensive security tool development, customization or expansion. Ability to code comfortably in one or more interpreted languages (eg. Python, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, Ruby) and one or more compiled languages (eg. C, C++, C#, Golang, Rust, Java, Objective-C) One or more of the following certifications (OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GXPN, CRTO, CREST Certified Simulated Attack Manager) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham Head Offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London Head Office office 3 days a week. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

Python Full Stack Developer Azure Databricks London (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £550/day (Inside IR35) Python Full Stack Developer needed with active SC Security Clearance Azure Cloud and Azure Databricks. . 6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March/April 2026. Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office. A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects: Key experience, responsibilities + tasks: Strong Python development expertise , develop and maintain Python code for data processing, API development and integration with the Azure Databricks environment. Senior experience in software development, with a focus on both front-end and back-end development. Front-end development using React, Angular, Vue.js, Front-end and back-end development of applications and APIs interacting with the Azure Databricks platform. Experience with Azure cloud platform and services. Azure Databricks. containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). CI/CD pipelines. Technical Environment: Full Stack, Python, RESTful APIs, Git, SQL Server database experience, including working with databases (SQL and NoSQL). Demonstratable experience of reverse engineering existing codebases. Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, xUnit). Familiarity working with economic data or Financial Markets strongly desirable. Banking / Financial Services domain experience preferred. Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months.

Junior .NET Developer Hybrid / Reading 30k to 40k Purpose of the Role The Junior .NET Developer will support the development and maintenance of software applications within a collaborative engineering team. Working under the guidance of more experienced developers, the role will contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of software components while developing technical expertise and professional skills. The successful candidate will apply agreed development standards, tools, and practices while assisting in the design and implementation of software solutions. This role provides an opportunity to develop practical experience across the full software development lifecycle and contribute to the delivery of reliable, high-quality applications. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development and enhancement of software applications and components using .NET technologies. Contribute to the maintenance and support of existing systems, including assisting with bug investigation and resolution. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in line with established coding standards. Work with senior developers to implement application features and enhancements. Use source control systems and branching strategies in line with team practices. Support the documentation of technical designs and development work across the software development lifecycle. Participate in code reviews and team collaboration activities to support quality and knowledge sharing. Assist in testing and validating software functionality to ensure reliability and performance. Contribute to team discussions and Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential Working knowledge of Microsoft .NET and C#. Familiarity with .NET Core / .NET development. Basic understanding of relational databases such as MySQL or MariaDB. Exposure to version control systems and collaborative development workflows (e.g., Git). Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle. Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a development team. Desirable Exposure to containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker). Awareness of message queue technologies such as RabbitMQ. Familiarity with Azure DevOps for work management or source control. Some experience or interest in Python, C++, image processing, or geospatial calculations. Exposure to Linux environments. Understanding of Agile development practices.

Senior Python Developer Duration: 14 Months Location: London, UK (3 days in office) Active SC Clearance required Inside IR35 - Umbrella only About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Senior Developer to join our team and contribute to the development and maintenance of our cutting-edge Azure Databricks platform for economic data. This platform is critical for our Monetary Analysis, Forecasting, and Modelling activities. The Senior Developer will be responsible for both front-end and back-end development, with a focus on Python, including the challenging but rewarding task of reverse engineering an existing codebase to integrate new features and improvements. This role requires a strong understanding of software development principles, experience with various programming languages and frameworks, and a passion for building high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software. Drive the development of MVPs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Key Responsibilities: Full-Stack Development: Contribute to both front-end and back-end development of applications and APIs interacting with the Azure Databricks platform. Develop user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and ensure a seamless user experience. Develop robust and efficient back-end services and APIs using Python. Python Development: Develop and maintain Python code for data processing, API development, and integration with the Azure Databricks environment. Utilise relevant Python libraries and frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django, Pandas, NumPy). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and enhance banking applications Work closely with UI/UX Designers to integrate visualizations seamlessly into web applications or other platforms Work on data interfaces to connect various systems within the bank. Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability. .NET Development (Optional): Develop and maintain .NET code for back-end services, APIs, and integrations with other systems. Utilise relevant .NET frameworks and technologies (e.g., ASP.NET Core, C#, Entity Framework). Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability. Reverse Engineering: Analyse and understand existing codebases (potentially Python) to identify areas for improvement, bug fixes, and new feature implementation. Document findings and create clear specifications for changes. Implement changes while maintaining the stability and functionality of the existing system. Join us to work on impactful projects, utilise cutting-edge tech, and be part of a collaborative team shaping public sector innovation. Apply now to make a difference!

Sybase Database Administrator (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are a leading player in the Investment Banking sector, committed to delivering excellence through innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Our EMEA Sybase team is expanding, and we are on the lookout for a skilled Sybase Database Administrator (DBA) to join us on a contract basis. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and have a passion for database management, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Installing, configuring, and maintaining Sybase ASE and Replication Server environments. Managing database upgrades, patching, migrations, and version lifecycle activities. Overseeing platform migrations from RHEL7/8 to RHEL9. Implementing and managing database security, roles, permissions, and auditing. Monitoring database environments to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. Optimizing SQL queries, indexes, server configurations, and resource allocation. Diagnosing and resolving blocking, deadlocks, contention, and execution plan issues. Maintaining and improving backup and recovery strategies using Sybase Backup Server. Supporting high-availability and replication architectures, including DR environments. Conducting regular recovery testing and ensuring compliance with DR procedures. Providing L2/L3 support for production and non-production database incidents and requests. Collaborating with development and application teams on schema changes, data insights, and integration. Creating and maintaining automation scripts for routine tasks. Participating in an on-call rotation to provide out-of-hours support for critical production systems. Developing and maintaining detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and operational procedures. Ensuring all database environments comply with security, governance, and compliance standards. Supporting internal and external audits with necessary evidence and reporting. Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience as a Sybase DBA in enterprise environments. Deep expertise in Sybase ASE administration, tuning, troubleshooting, and configuration. Strong experience with Sybase Replication Server. Advanced SQL skills, including query tuning and a solid understanding of execution plans. Proven experience supporting high-availability, 24/7 production environments. Proficiency with Unix/Linux systems and shell scripting. Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently in a contract role with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with senior management, application support, developers, and fellow technologists. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) or database migration projects. Familiarity with other database technologies such as SQL Server and/or Oracle. Experience in the large-scale financial services enterprise sector. Exposure to automation tools (Python, Ansible) and DevOps practices. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.

Sybase Database Administrator (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are a leading player in the Investment Banking sector, committed to delivering excellence through innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Our EMEA Sybase team is expanding, and we are on the lookout for a skilled Sybase Database Administrator (DBA) to join us on a contract basis. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and have a passion for database management, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Installing, configuring, and maintaining Sybase ASE and Replication Server environments. Managing database upgrades, patching, migrations, and version lifecycle activities. Overseeing platform migrations from RHEL7/8 to RHEL9. Implementing and managing database security, roles, permissions, and auditing. Monitoring database environments to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. Optimizing SQL queries, indexes, server configurations, and resource allocation. Diagnosing and resolving blocking, deadlocks, contention, and execution plan issues. Maintaining and improving backup and recovery strategies using Sybase Backup Server. Supporting high-availability and replication architectures, including DR environments. Conducting regular recovery testing and ensuring compliance with DR procedures. Providing L2/L3 support for production and non-production database incidents and requests. Collaborating with development and application teams on schema changes, data insights, and integration. Creating and maintaining automation scripts for routine tasks. Participating in an on-call rotation to provide out-of-hours support for critical production systems. Developing and maintaining detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and operational procedures. Ensuring all database environments comply with security, governance, and compliance standards. Supporting internal and external audits with necessary evidence and reporting. Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience as a Sybase DBA in enterprise environments. Deep expertise in Sybase ASE administration, tuning, troubleshooting, and configuration. Strong experience with Sybase Replication Server. Advanced SQL skills, including query tuning and a solid understanding of execution plans. Proven experience supporting high-availability, 24/7 production environments. Proficiency with Unix/Linux systems and shell scripting. Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently in a contract role with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with senior management, application support, developers, and fellow technologists. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) or database migration projects. Familiarity with other database technologies such as SQL Server and/or Oracle. Experience in the large-scale financial services enterprise sector. Exposure to automation tools (Python, Ansible) and DevOps practices. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.