Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data ML) Remote UK to £75k Are you a data savvy Backend Software Engineer with strong Python experience? You could be progressing your career in as a hands-on Backend Software Engineer role as part of a friendly and supportive international team at a growing and hugely successful European car insurance tech company as they expand their UK presence. What's in it for you: As a Backend Software Engineer / Developer you will receive a competitive package: Up to £75,000 salary Flexible / remote working including flexible working hours Ability to work 30 days from any EU country Diverse, inclusive team environment with a range of support networks (e.g. LGBTIQA+, Women's Networking group) Your role: As a Backend Software Engineer you will play a key role in building the foundational platforms that enable Machine Learning at scale across all countries where the company operates. You'll design and develop reliable systems and shared capabilities that support the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation to production, taking a lead role in developing platform tools, shared services and infrastructure. Collaborating closely with product managers and stakeholders, including data scientists and ML engineers, you'll help to support the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation and training to deployment and monitoring, continuously learning and stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools and industry trends to ensure the platform remains robust and future-proof. There's a supportive, diverse environment where you'll have your voice heard. Location / WFH: The company is a big advocate of flexible working and prides itself on DEI; you can work from home anywhere in the UK; you can also work at times that suit you. About you: You have strong Python backend development skills You have a deep knowledge of software design principles and architecture You have experience of working with Machine Learning models and workflows in production environments You have a good knowledge of software development practices like TDD and BDD, ensuring code is marked by quality, readability and maintainability You have a good working knowledge of CI/CD, IaC, containerisation technologies You have experience of working with messaging / streaming platforms (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) and designing relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) You're proficient with cloud-based systems (preferably AWS) You're collaborative and pragmatic with great communication skills Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data ML) opportunity.
01/04/2026
Full time
Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data ML) Remote UK to £75k Are you a data savvy Backend Software Engineer with strong Python experience? You could be progressing your career in as a hands-on Backend Software Engineer role as part of a friendly and supportive international team at a growing and hugely successful European car insurance tech company as they expand their UK presence. What's in it for you: As a Backend Software Engineer / Developer you will receive a competitive package: Up to £75,000 salary Flexible / remote working including flexible working hours Ability to work 30 days from any EU country Diverse, inclusive team environment with a range of support networks (e.g. LGBTIQA+, Women's Networking group) Your role: As a Backend Software Engineer you will play a key role in building the foundational platforms that enable Machine Learning at scale across all countries where the company operates. You'll design and develop reliable systems and shared capabilities that support the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation to production, taking a lead role in developing platform tools, shared services and infrastructure. Collaborating closely with product managers and stakeholders, including data scientists and ML engineers, you'll help to support the full ML lifecycle, from experimentation and training to deployment and monitoring, continuously learning and stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools and industry trends to ensure the platform remains robust and future-proof. There's a supportive, diverse environment where you'll have your voice heard. Location / WFH: The company is a big advocate of flexible working and prides itself on DEI; you can work from home anywhere in the UK; you can also work at times that suit you. About you: You have strong Python backend development skills You have a deep knowledge of software design principles and architecture You have experience of working with Machine Learning models and workflows in production environments You have a good knowledge of software development practices like TDD and BDD, ensuring code is marked by quality, readability and maintainability You have a good working knowledge of CI/CD, IaC, containerisation technologies You have experience of working with messaging / streaming platforms (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) and designing relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) You're proficient with cloud-based systems (preferably AWS) You're collaborative and pragmatic with great communication skills Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Python Data ML) opportunity.
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Join the expanding National Data Exploitation Capability (NDEC), part of the National Crime Agency's Data and Analysis Hub,and help place data at the centre of the fight against serious and organised crime (SOC). NDEC delivers advanced analytical and exploitation capabilities that generate operational insight, inform strategic decision making, and provide a critical edge against increasingly technology driven threats. As a Lead Software Developer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high quality software solutions that unlock the value of complex and rapidly growing datasets. We are looking for proactive, inquisitive problem solvers who thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy variety, and work effectively as part of a collaborative, multi disciplinary team. Job description As the Lead Software Developer, you will provide technical leadership across NDEC and the wider NCA, driving the design, development and delivery of high quality software solutions that directly support mission critical operational and analytical needs. Working within a multi disciplinary technical team, you will contribute to the creation of next generation tools and platforms that enhance the Agency's ability to detect, disrupt and prevent SOC. This role places you at the cutting edge of law enforcement technology, helping to shape capabilities that address some of the most complex and high impact threats facing the UK. You will set engineering standards, define best practice and ensure the team consistently delivers secure, scalable and maintainable software. A key part of your role will be leading, coaching and mentoring a team of developers, supporting their technical growth, fostering a positive and collaborative culture, and ensuring their work aligns with NCA priorities. You will champion modern development approaches and agile delivery methods, promoting DevOps practices, automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment to ensure rapid and reliable delivery. Your responsibilities will include guiding technical decision making, selecting appropriate technologies and architectural approaches, and making informed judgments about when to build bespoke solutions or adopt existing tools. You will work closely with data scientists, analysts, product managers and operational teams to ensure that complex mission requirements are translated into robust, user centred technical solutions. In doing so, you will ensure that software developed within NDEC integrates effectively with operational workflows and delivers real world impact. You will also play a key role in strengthening the developer community across NDEC and the wider Agency, promoting knowledge sharing, encouraging experimentation and driving the adoption of good practice in security, testing, automation and documentation. Through strong technical leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement, you will help build a high performing software engineering capability that delivers meaningful outcomes in a fast moving and demanding environment. Duties and Responsibilities Team Leadership - Lead, manage and inspire a software development team to design, build and deliver high quality data services that address complex operational challenges. Provide clear direction, set standards and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Relationship Building - Develop strong, collaborative relationships across the NCA technical community. Promote shared learning, knowledge exchange and cross functional working to build collective capability and support the effective delivery of Agency priorities. User Engagement - Champion user centred design by defining effective approaches for understanding user needs and guiding others in eliciting and interpreting user stories. Distinguish clearly between genuine user needs and stakeholder wants, ensuring research is applied appropriately and recommending the most suitable tools and methods. Modern Development Standards - Apply and promote modern engineering standards and practices across complex projects and programmes, ensuring solutions are robust, secure, maintainable and aligned with organisational best practice. Programme and Build (Software Engineering) - Maintain technical oversight across all stages and iterations of the software development lifecycle. Provide expert advice to stakeholders, set team wide standards for programming tools and techniques, and ensure appropriate application of methods, frameworks and compliance requirements. Information Security - Design solutions with embedded security controls, ensuring they are purposefully engineered to mitigate relevant security threats and meet NCA and national security requirements. Systems Design - Develop systems that balance risk, impact and technical complexity, selecting suitable design patterns and standards. Review and assure the designs of others, ensuring appropriate technology choices, efficient resource use and effective integration across multiple systems. Systems Integration - Coordinate integration activities across systems, defining integration approaches and supporting teams in undertaking integration testing. Ensure components interact reliably and support the delivery of end to end operational capability. Person specification Software Engineering - Demonstrable industrial experience designing, developing and testing complex object oriented software applications. Strong proficiency in object oriented programming languages, with experience applying robust engineering principles in production environments. Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including discovery, design, build, testing, deployment and maintenance. Development Practices & Delivery - Hands on experience working within agile delivery environments, applying iterative development, continuous feedback and prioritisation techniques. Practical experience with modern DevOps practices, automation and CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, reliable and secure deployment. Ability to translate user and business requirements into technical solutions, managing expectations and making informed, collaborative trade offs. Cloud, Infrastructure & Environments - Knowledge of designing, deploying and maintaining software across cloud and on premise environments. Understanding of how to build scalable, secure and resilient systems that integrate effectively within complex technical landscapes. Technical Design & Architecture - Experience contributing to technical design decisions, architectural patterns and standards. Ability to assess technology options, ensure alignment with best practice, and contribute to long term technical strategy. Technical Leadership - Experience operating in a technical leadership role, providing direction, coaching and assurance to software developers. Ability to build a positive engineering culture, promote knowledge sharing, and drive continuous improvement across a multi disciplinary team.
01/04/2026
Full time
Location Bristol, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Join the expanding National Data Exploitation Capability (NDEC), part of the National Crime Agency's Data and Analysis Hub,and help place data at the centre of the fight against serious and organised crime (SOC). NDEC delivers advanced analytical and exploitation capabilities that generate operational insight, inform strategic decision making, and provide a critical edge against increasingly technology driven threats. As a Lead Software Developer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high quality software solutions that unlock the value of complex and rapidly growing datasets. We are looking for proactive, inquisitive problem solvers who thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy variety, and work effectively as part of a collaborative, multi disciplinary team. Job description As the Lead Software Developer, you will provide technical leadership across NDEC and the wider NCA, driving the design, development and delivery of high quality software solutions that directly support mission critical operational and analytical needs. Working within a multi disciplinary technical team, you will contribute to the creation of next generation tools and platforms that enhance the Agency's ability to detect, disrupt and prevent SOC. This role places you at the cutting edge of law enforcement technology, helping to shape capabilities that address some of the most complex and high impact threats facing the UK. You will set engineering standards, define best practice and ensure the team consistently delivers secure, scalable and maintainable software. A key part of your role will be leading, coaching and mentoring a team of developers, supporting their technical growth, fostering a positive and collaborative culture, and ensuring their work aligns with NCA priorities. You will champion modern development approaches and agile delivery methods, promoting DevOps practices, automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment to ensure rapid and reliable delivery. Your responsibilities will include guiding technical decision making, selecting appropriate technologies and architectural approaches, and making informed judgments about when to build bespoke solutions or adopt existing tools. You will work closely with data scientists, analysts, product managers and operational teams to ensure that complex mission requirements are translated into robust, user centred technical solutions. In doing so, you will ensure that software developed within NDEC integrates effectively with operational workflows and delivers real world impact. You will also play a key role in strengthening the developer community across NDEC and the wider Agency, promoting knowledge sharing, encouraging experimentation and driving the adoption of good practice in security, testing, automation and documentation. Through strong technical leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement, you will help build a high performing software engineering capability that delivers meaningful outcomes in a fast moving and demanding environment. Duties and Responsibilities Team Leadership - Lead, manage and inspire a software development team to design, build and deliver high quality data services that address complex operational challenges. Provide clear direction, set standards and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Relationship Building - Develop strong, collaborative relationships across the NCA technical community. Promote shared learning, knowledge exchange and cross functional working to build collective capability and support the effective delivery of Agency priorities. User Engagement - Champion user centred design by defining effective approaches for understanding user needs and guiding others in eliciting and interpreting user stories. Distinguish clearly between genuine user needs and stakeholder wants, ensuring research is applied appropriately and recommending the most suitable tools and methods. Modern Development Standards - Apply and promote modern engineering standards and practices across complex projects and programmes, ensuring solutions are robust, secure, maintainable and aligned with organisational best practice. Programme and Build (Software Engineering) - Maintain technical oversight across all stages and iterations of the software development lifecycle. Provide expert advice to stakeholders, set team wide standards for programming tools and techniques, and ensure appropriate application of methods, frameworks and compliance requirements. Information Security - Design solutions with embedded security controls, ensuring they are purposefully engineered to mitigate relevant security threats and meet NCA and national security requirements. Systems Design - Develop systems that balance risk, impact and technical complexity, selecting suitable design patterns and standards. Review and assure the designs of others, ensuring appropriate technology choices, efficient resource use and effective integration across multiple systems. Systems Integration - Coordinate integration activities across systems, defining integration approaches and supporting teams in undertaking integration testing. Ensure components interact reliably and support the delivery of end to end operational capability. Person specification Software Engineering - Demonstrable industrial experience designing, developing and testing complex object oriented software applications. Strong proficiency in object oriented programming languages, with experience applying robust engineering principles in production environments. Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including discovery, design, build, testing, deployment and maintenance. Development Practices & Delivery - Hands on experience working within agile delivery environments, applying iterative development, continuous feedback and prioritisation techniques. Practical experience with modern DevOps practices, automation and CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent, reliable and secure deployment. Ability to translate user and business requirements into technical solutions, managing expectations and making informed, collaborative trade offs. Cloud, Infrastructure & Environments - Knowledge of designing, deploying and maintaining software across cloud and on premise environments. Understanding of how to build scalable, secure and resilient systems that integrate effectively within complex technical landscapes. Technical Design & Architecture - Experience contributing to technical design decisions, architectural patterns and standards. Ability to assess technology options, ensure alignment with best practice, and contribute to long term technical strategy. Technical Leadership - Experience operating in a technical leadership role, providing direction, coaching and assurance to software developers. Ability to build a positive engineering culture, promote knowledge sharing, and drive continuous improvement across a multi disciplinary team.
Location This post can be based in any location within England and Wales where a CPS office is located. Whilst it's an expectation of the role to travel to CPS locations as per business needs, CPS is disability confident employer and all reasonable adjustments will be considered in line with Equality Act of 2010. About the job Job summary The Lead Technical Architect operates at a strategic level within the Digital and Information Directorate (DID), reporting to the Principal Technical and Enterprise Architect. The role is pivotal in shaping the technical direction of digital services across multiple teams and projects. Its primary purpose is to ensure that systems are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with organisational and government standards. Key responsibilities include guiding technical design, making critical architectural decisions, and assuring solution quality through reviews and adherence to architecture principles. The role promotes reuse, interoperability, and cross-organisation and cross-government collaboration, identifying opportunities for shared platforms and services to deliver better value. Beyond technical oversight, the Lead Technical Architect plays a leadership role in mentoring other architects and technical staff, fostering continuous learning and professional development. They will be a leader in the architecture community, embedding best practices and driving innovation and architectural alignment across delivery teams. Strategically, the position requires maintaining awareness of emerging technologies, government digital strategies, and socio-political trends to ensure architectural decisions remain forward-looking. The architect will engage senior stakeholders to influence strategic direction and inform planning and investment decisions. The Crown Prosecution Service is based in England and Wales. If you're applying for this role and live in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you must let us know when accepting this offer as you need permission to work from your home address if hybrid working is part of your role . There's no guarantee that we will grant this approval. You must be aged 16 before starting in this role. The start date is expected to be 8-12 weeks after the application deadline. As part of this role, you are expected to undertake direct line management responsibilities. Job description Your roles and responsibilities: You define and own technical architecture for complex digital services, ensuring alignment with organisational and government standards (e.g., GDS framework). You provide strategic technical leadership, influencing design decisions and guiding delivery teams across multiple projects. You assure solution quality through architecture reviews, governance, and adherence to enterprise principles such as scalability, security, and interoperability. You promote reuse and shared platforms, identifying opportunities for cross-government collaboration and cost-effective solutions. You mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the architecture community. You engage senior stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business value and influencing investment decisions. You stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends, ensuring architectural decisions remain innovative and future-proof. You lead on risk management and compliance, including security standards and technical assurance processes. You champion best practices, embedding agile and DevOps principles into architecture and delivery approaches. A copy of the full job description is attached. Person specification To be eligible to apply, you need to: Have substantial experience in technical architecture, including designing and assuring complex digital services that meet organisational and relevant sector standards, preferably HMG standards. Demonstrate strategic thinking, with the ability to see the bigger picture, align technical decisions to long-term organisational goals, and anticipate emerging technologies and trends. Show leadership capability, including mentoring technical staff, fostering professional development, and leading architecture communities to embed best practices. Possess strong stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior leaders and communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Be adept at promoting reuse and interoperability, identifying opportunities for shared platforms and cross-organisation and cross-government collaboration to deliver value. Have a proven ability to assure solution quality, through governance, reviews, and adherence to enterprise architecture principles such as scalability, security, and sustainability. Understand agile and DevSecOps practices, working with these principles in architecture and delivery approaches. Hold or be eligible for SC clearance, as this is mandatory for the role. You also need to demonstrate the following technical skills: Cyber Security Architecture Systems & Infrastructure Engineering Cloud Engineering Software Engineering Networking Integration & Middleware
01/04/2026
Full time
Location This post can be based in any location within England and Wales where a CPS office is located. Whilst it's an expectation of the role to travel to CPS locations as per business needs, CPS is disability confident employer and all reasonable adjustments will be considered in line with Equality Act of 2010. About the job Job summary The Lead Technical Architect operates at a strategic level within the Digital and Information Directorate (DID), reporting to the Principal Technical and Enterprise Architect. The role is pivotal in shaping the technical direction of digital services across multiple teams and projects. Its primary purpose is to ensure that systems are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with organisational and government standards. Key responsibilities include guiding technical design, making critical architectural decisions, and assuring solution quality through reviews and adherence to architecture principles. The role promotes reuse, interoperability, and cross-organisation and cross-government collaboration, identifying opportunities for shared platforms and services to deliver better value. Beyond technical oversight, the Lead Technical Architect plays a leadership role in mentoring other architects and technical staff, fostering continuous learning and professional development. They will be a leader in the architecture community, embedding best practices and driving innovation and architectural alignment across delivery teams. Strategically, the position requires maintaining awareness of emerging technologies, government digital strategies, and socio-political trends to ensure architectural decisions remain forward-looking. The architect will engage senior stakeholders to influence strategic direction and inform planning and investment decisions. The Crown Prosecution Service is based in England and Wales. If you're applying for this role and live in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you must let us know when accepting this offer as you need permission to work from your home address if hybrid working is part of your role . There's no guarantee that we will grant this approval. You must be aged 16 before starting in this role. The start date is expected to be 8-12 weeks after the application deadline. As part of this role, you are expected to undertake direct line management responsibilities. Job description Your roles and responsibilities: You define and own technical architecture for complex digital services, ensuring alignment with organisational and government standards (e.g., GDS framework). You provide strategic technical leadership, influencing design decisions and guiding delivery teams across multiple projects. You assure solution quality through architecture reviews, governance, and adherence to enterprise principles such as scalability, security, and interoperability. You promote reuse and shared platforms, identifying opportunities for cross-government collaboration and cost-effective solutions. You mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the architecture community. You engage senior stakeholders, translating technical concepts into business value and influencing investment decisions. You stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends, ensuring architectural decisions remain innovative and future-proof. You lead on risk management and compliance, including security standards and technical assurance processes. You champion best practices, embedding agile and DevOps principles into architecture and delivery approaches. A copy of the full job description is attached. Person specification To be eligible to apply, you need to: Have substantial experience in technical architecture, including designing and assuring complex digital services that meet organisational and relevant sector standards, preferably HMG standards. Demonstrate strategic thinking, with the ability to see the bigger picture, align technical decisions to long-term organisational goals, and anticipate emerging technologies and trends. Show leadership capability, including mentoring technical staff, fostering professional development, and leading architecture communities to embed best practices. Possess strong stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior leaders and communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Be adept at promoting reuse and interoperability, identifying opportunities for shared platforms and cross-organisation and cross-government collaboration to deliver value. Have a proven ability to assure solution quality, through governance, reviews, and adherence to enterprise architecture principles such as scalability, security, and sustainability. Understand agile and DevSecOps practices, working with these principles in architecture and delivery approaches. Hold or be eligible for SC clearance, as this is mandatory for the role. You also need to demonstrate the following technical skills: Cyber Security Architecture Systems & Infrastructure Engineering Cloud Engineering Software Engineering Networking Integration & Middleware
Government Digital & Data
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Location Cardiff, Wales, CF14 3UZ About the job Job summary Launch your future in cloud engineering with an apprenticeship that gives you real experience, expert support, and a welcoming learning environment. Working alongside our skilled Infrastructure Engineering team, you'll help design, deliver and maintain our cloud platforms, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to automation that improves how we work. With a clear learning pathway and dedicated mentorship, you'll build confidence and capability in a fast moving digital profession. You'll gain real experience across several specialist areas: Database Operations - understanding performance, backups, replication, and maintenance. DevOps / DevSecOps - automation, secure pipelines, continuous delivery and operational excellence. FinOps - cost optimisation, cloud spend awareness and responsible resource usage. Linux & Storage - system administration, storage management and troubleshooting. Network Operations - cloud networking, connectivity, monitoring and resilience. Platforms - supporting and enhancing internal cloud platforms, tools and shared services You'll be part of a supportive team working in a flexible hybrid way, splitting your time between home and our Cardiff office. You'll also spend one day each week with our apprenticeship provider, ALS Training, in central Cardiff giving you dedicated time to learn, grow and develop the skills you need to thrive. Watch this video to find out more about working in Digital at Companies House Give yourself the best opportunity to apply! Join our Outreach team for an informal "find out more" session on: Tuesday 31st March 2026 between 12.00 - 13.00 No need to register - just click on the link above to join, listen, and gain tips to help you apply. Cameras and microphones will be switched off. Can't make the session, or want something to refer back to? Just email our Outreach mailbox on: and we'll share a copy of the session slides. Find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. Please review the eligibility criteria for the academic course detailed under the Person Specification section further down in the advert before applying. Job description As an Apprentice Infrastructure Engineer, you'll join a group of new apprentices working towards a Level 4 Digital Infrastructure Engineer qualification (find out more here: Level 4 Digital Infrastructure Engineer - ALS Training ). Over 24 months, you'll be supported every step of the way helping you achieve your apprenticeship while building highly sought-after technical skills. Alongside your formal learning, you'll gain hands on experience with our talented Infrastructure teams and a range of specialist technical teams who deliver cloud-based solutions across Companies House and support for the last remaining on-premise infrastructure. Through regular rotations, you'll see the full breadth of infrastructure engineering roles and work with a variety of technologies that shape how we operate. During your apprenticeship, you'll grow your capabilities across key areas such as: Information security - understanding security principles and the controls used to protect systems and services. IT infrastructure - supporting a wide range of technologies including compute, storage, networking, physical and cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), COTS, and opensource solutions. Developing modern industry standards - learning why up-to-date development and technical standards matter and how to apply them. Ownership and initiative - learning how to investigate issues, document your findings and work with your team to resolve them. Problem management - exploring how to identify and assess problems across systems, processes and services at strategic, tactical or operational levels. Systems design - contributing to the design of components within larger digital systems. Systems integration - understanding how systems connect, the challenges involved, and how to build and test effective interfaces. Troubleshooting - developing your diagnostic skills and learning how to apply basic troubleshooting techniques across a range of technologies. As you progress through the apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience in: Core Cloud & Automation Skills Terraform - building, managing, and automating infrastructure as code. AWS Cloud Infrastructure - deploying, securing, scaling, and operating cloud platforms. Docker - containerising applications and managing lightweight, portable environments. CI/CD Pipelines - understanding automated build, test and deployment workflows using tools commonly used in Companies House. Version Control (Git) - managing source code, collaborating through branches and pull requests. Additional Technical Skills You might also get the opportunity to learn more about: Programming Languages - exposure to languages used at Companies House, such as Java, Node.js and Python, plus scripting basics. SQL & MongoDB - querying, modelling, and working with relational and nonrelational databases. Unix/Linux - essential command line usage, system administration and troubleshooting. Networking Fundamentals - understanding VPCs, subnets, routing, firewalls and connectivity in cloud environments. Storage Technologies - object storage (e.g., S3), block storage, file systems, encryption and backup concepts. Monitoring & Observability - logging, metrics, alerting, dashboards and incident response principles. Security Foundations (DevSecOps) - identity & access management, secrets handling, vulnerability awareness and secure-by-design thinking. You'll benefit from additional core skills development, a supportive apprentice community, onsite parking, an onsite gym, and a variety of active social groups across Companies House. You're joining us at a time of exciting transformation, and you'll play a real part in shaping how our systems evolve for the future. Person specification This is a role that provides the opportunity to participate in the support and rollout of existing and emerging technologies and the chance to gain knowledge of Companies House hardware and software systems. We are looking for someone who has: The willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Good organisational skills, able to manage tasks and time effectively A genuine interest in technology and digital services The ability to work collaboratively and support colleagues Strong problem-solving abilities and creativity in finding solutions Eligibility Criteria There are some important things to be aware of when applying for this apprenticeship: There are no age restrictions for this apprenticeship - we welcome all applications. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will ask you to confirm your name and qualifications with us, so that we can share them with our apprenticeship provider - this is simply so that they can check your eligibility for apprenticeship funding. So that we can provide you with all of the support and training you need, you'll be required to attend our Cardiff office for a minimum of 3 days per week during the training period and then a minimum 2 days a week once training has been completed. Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this campaign. You must not already have a qualification at Level 4 or higher in the same or a similar subject to this apprenticeship. For more information on qualification levels, please visit: What qualification levels mean: England, Wales and Northern Ireland - GOV.UK To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you need to: Have achieved a GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language (or equivalent qualifications). We'll ask for evidence of this before you can progress to interview. Live in Wales for at least three days a week at the start of the apprenticeship and throughout its duration. Not be in full-time education when you start the role. Hold a British Passport or indefinite leave to remain status in the UK.
01/04/2026
Full time
Location Cardiff, Wales, CF14 3UZ About the job Job summary Launch your future in cloud engineering with an apprenticeship that gives you real experience, expert support, and a welcoming learning environment. Working alongside our skilled Infrastructure Engineering team, you'll help design, deliver and maintain our cloud platforms, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to automation that improves how we work. With a clear learning pathway and dedicated mentorship, you'll build confidence and capability in a fast moving digital profession. You'll gain real experience across several specialist areas: Database Operations - understanding performance, backups, replication, and maintenance. DevOps / DevSecOps - automation, secure pipelines, continuous delivery and operational excellence. FinOps - cost optimisation, cloud spend awareness and responsible resource usage. Linux & Storage - system administration, storage management and troubleshooting. Network Operations - cloud networking, connectivity, monitoring and resilience. Platforms - supporting and enhancing internal cloud platforms, tools and shared services You'll be part of a supportive team working in a flexible hybrid way, splitting your time between home and our Cardiff office. You'll also spend one day each week with our apprenticeship provider, ALS Training, in central Cardiff giving you dedicated time to learn, grow and develop the skills you need to thrive. Watch this video to find out more about working in Digital at Companies House Give yourself the best opportunity to apply! Join our Outreach team for an informal "find out more" session on: Tuesday 31st March 2026 between 12.00 - 13.00 No need to register - just click on the link above to join, listen, and gain tips to help you apply. Cameras and microphones will be switched off. Can't make the session, or want something to refer back to? Just email our Outreach mailbox on: and we'll share a copy of the session slides. Find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. Please review the eligibility criteria for the academic course detailed under the Person Specification section further down in the advert before applying. Job description As an Apprentice Infrastructure Engineer, you'll join a group of new apprentices working towards a Level 4 Digital Infrastructure Engineer qualification (find out more here: Level 4 Digital Infrastructure Engineer - ALS Training ). Over 24 months, you'll be supported every step of the way helping you achieve your apprenticeship while building highly sought-after technical skills. Alongside your formal learning, you'll gain hands on experience with our talented Infrastructure teams and a range of specialist technical teams who deliver cloud-based solutions across Companies House and support for the last remaining on-premise infrastructure. Through regular rotations, you'll see the full breadth of infrastructure engineering roles and work with a variety of technologies that shape how we operate. During your apprenticeship, you'll grow your capabilities across key areas such as: Information security - understanding security principles and the controls used to protect systems and services. IT infrastructure - supporting a wide range of technologies including compute, storage, networking, physical and cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), COTS, and opensource solutions. Developing modern industry standards - learning why up-to-date development and technical standards matter and how to apply them. Ownership and initiative - learning how to investigate issues, document your findings and work with your team to resolve them. Problem management - exploring how to identify and assess problems across systems, processes and services at strategic, tactical or operational levels. Systems design - contributing to the design of components within larger digital systems. Systems integration - understanding how systems connect, the challenges involved, and how to build and test effective interfaces. Troubleshooting - developing your diagnostic skills and learning how to apply basic troubleshooting techniques across a range of technologies. As you progress through the apprenticeship, you'll gain hands-on experience in: Core Cloud & Automation Skills Terraform - building, managing, and automating infrastructure as code. AWS Cloud Infrastructure - deploying, securing, scaling, and operating cloud platforms. Docker - containerising applications and managing lightweight, portable environments. CI/CD Pipelines - understanding automated build, test and deployment workflows using tools commonly used in Companies House. Version Control (Git) - managing source code, collaborating through branches and pull requests. Additional Technical Skills You might also get the opportunity to learn more about: Programming Languages - exposure to languages used at Companies House, such as Java, Node.js and Python, plus scripting basics. SQL & MongoDB - querying, modelling, and working with relational and nonrelational databases. Unix/Linux - essential command line usage, system administration and troubleshooting. Networking Fundamentals - understanding VPCs, subnets, routing, firewalls and connectivity in cloud environments. Storage Technologies - object storage (e.g., S3), block storage, file systems, encryption and backup concepts. Monitoring & Observability - logging, metrics, alerting, dashboards and incident response principles. Security Foundations (DevSecOps) - identity & access management, secrets handling, vulnerability awareness and secure-by-design thinking. You'll benefit from additional core skills development, a supportive apprentice community, onsite parking, an onsite gym, and a variety of active social groups across Companies House. You're joining us at a time of exciting transformation, and you'll play a real part in shaping how our systems evolve for the future. Person specification This is a role that provides the opportunity to participate in the support and rollout of existing and emerging technologies and the chance to gain knowledge of Companies House hardware and software systems. We are looking for someone who has: The willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Good organisational skills, able to manage tasks and time effectively A genuine interest in technology and digital services The ability to work collaboratively and support colleagues Strong problem-solving abilities and creativity in finding solutions Eligibility Criteria There are some important things to be aware of when applying for this apprenticeship: There are no age restrictions for this apprenticeship - we welcome all applications. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will ask you to confirm your name and qualifications with us, so that we can share them with our apprenticeship provider - this is simply so that they can check your eligibility for apprenticeship funding. So that we can provide you with all of the support and training you need, you'll be required to attend our Cardiff office for a minimum of 3 days per week during the training period and then a minimum 2 days a week once training has been completed. Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship for this campaign. You must not already have a qualification at Level 4 or higher in the same or a similar subject to this apprenticeship. For more information on qualification levels, please visit: What qualification levels mean: England, Wales and Northern Ireland - GOV.UK To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you need to: Have achieved a GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English Language (or equivalent qualifications). We'll ask for evidence of this before you can progress to interview. Live in Wales for at least three days a week at the start of the apprenticeship and throughout its duration. Not be in full-time education when you start the role. Hold a British Passport or indefinite leave to remain status in the UK.
Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate HPC Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £75,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking a forward thinking HPC Architect with expertise in storage and infrastructure to define the long-term future roadmap of HPC environments within MBDA. You will ensure alignment with business objectives in collaboration with our business areas. As a HPC Architect you will be responsible for building scalable and high-throughput infrastructure. You will manage and maintain HPC environments including compute nodes, storage and interconnects. The role involves close collaboration within your team and wider stakeholders across the organisation. You will also engage with wider multi-national and multi-cultured teams to drive capability development cross functionally. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and HPC vendors to ensure HPC services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Architecture & Strategy Define the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organisational goals Evaluate and select technologies across compute, storage, networking, and cloud HPC Establish standards, reference architectures, and best practices System Design & Engineering Oversight Architect large-scale HPC clusters, including CPU, GPU, and accelerator-based systems Design high-performance networking (InfiniBand, RDMA, high-speed Ethernet) Define storage architecture (parallel file systems, object storage, tiered storage) Provide technical leadership and oversight to HPC engineering and operations teams Performance & Scalability Ensure systems are designed for optimal throughput, latency, and scalability Lead performance benchmarking, capacity planning, and workload modelling Identify and eliminate architectural bottlenecks Workload & Software Ecosystem Define strategies for workload orchestration (SLURM, Kubernetes for HPC, etc.) Guide software stack design (MPI, CUDA, compilers, libraries, containers) Ensure reproducibility, portability, and performance of workloads Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
31/03/2026
Full time
Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate HPC Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £75,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking a forward thinking HPC Architect with expertise in storage and infrastructure to define the long-term future roadmap of HPC environments within MBDA. You will ensure alignment with business objectives in collaboration with our business areas. As a HPC Architect you will be responsible for building scalable and high-throughput infrastructure. You will manage and maintain HPC environments including compute nodes, storage and interconnects. The role involves close collaboration within your team and wider stakeholders across the organisation. You will also engage with wider multi-national and multi-cultured teams to drive capability development cross functionally. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and HPC vendors to ensure HPC services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Architecture & Strategy Define the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organisational goals Evaluate and select technologies across compute, storage, networking, and cloud HPC Establish standards, reference architectures, and best practices System Design & Engineering Oversight Architect large-scale HPC clusters, including CPU, GPU, and accelerator-based systems Design high-performance networking (InfiniBand, RDMA, high-speed Ethernet) Define storage architecture (parallel file systems, object storage, tiered storage) Provide technical leadership and oversight to HPC engineering and operations teams Performance & Scalability Ensure systems are designed for optimal throughput, latency, and scalability Lead performance benchmarking, capacity planning, and workload modelling Identify and eliminate architectural bottlenecks Workload & Software Ecosystem Define strategies for workload orchestration (SLURM, Kubernetes for HPC, etc.) Guide software stack design (MPI, CUDA, compilers, libraries, containers) Ensure reproducibility, portability, and performance of workloads Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
An exciting opportunity for a passionate Linux enthusiast to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification. Security Clearance: British Citizen This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced HPC Engineer to support the design, implementation and ongoing operation of high-performance computing platforms with a strong Linux system/administration background. As a HPC engineer you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising infrastructure, providing technical assistance to our user community ensuring reliable, secure and efficient system performance. You will manage and maintain HPC environments including compute nodes, storage and interconnects. The role involves close collaboration within your team and wider stakeholders across the organisation. You will also engage with wider multi-national and multi-cultured teams to drive capability development cross functionally. Become part of a unique, well respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and HPC vendors to ensure HPC services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities HPC Infrastructure & Cluster Management Design, deploy, and maintain HPC clusters (on-premises) Manage compute nodes, login nodes, storage systems, and high-speed interconnects (InfiniBand, Ethernet) Install, configure, and maintain cluster management tools Linux Systems Administration Administer and optimize Linux systems (RHEL) Automate provisioning, configuration, and patching (Ansible, Puppet, or similar) Monitor system performance, uptime, and resource utilization Workload & Resource Management Deploy and manage job schedulers (SLURM, PBS Pro, LSF, Grid Engine) Optimise scheduling policies and fair-share configurations Troubleshoot job failures, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies Performance Optimisation Analyse and tune CPU, memory, I/O, and network performance Support parallel computing frameworks Profile and optimize workloads for scalability and efficiency Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
31/03/2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity for a passionate Linux enthusiast to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification. Security Clearance: British Citizen This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced HPC Engineer to support the design, implementation and ongoing operation of high-performance computing platforms with a strong Linux system/administration background. As a HPC engineer you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising infrastructure, providing technical assistance to our user community ensuring reliable, secure and efficient system performance. You will manage and maintain HPC environments including compute nodes, storage and interconnects. The role involves close collaboration within your team and wider stakeholders across the organisation. You will also engage with wider multi-national and multi-cultured teams to drive capability development cross functionally. Become part of a unique, well respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and HPC vendors to ensure HPC services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities HPC Infrastructure & Cluster Management Design, deploy, and maintain HPC clusters (on-premises) Manage compute nodes, login nodes, storage systems, and high-speed interconnects (InfiniBand, Ethernet) Install, configure, and maintain cluster management tools Linux Systems Administration Administer and optimize Linux systems (RHEL) Automate provisioning, configuration, and patching (Ansible, Puppet, or similar) Monitor system performance, uptime, and resource utilization Workload & Resource Management Deploy and manage job schedulers (SLURM, PBS Pro, LSF, Grid Engine) Optimise scheduling policies and fair-share configurations Troubleshoot job failures, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies Performance Optimisation Analyse and tune CPU, memory, I/O, and network performance Support parallel computing frameworks Profile and optimize workloads for scalability and efficiency Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Transport Club Software Engineer - Remote An opportunity is available for a skilled Transport Club Software Engineer to support critical transport technology systems used across the UK. This role sits within the ITSO Back Office value stream and focuses on the development, support and continuous improvement of core transaction processing platforms used by transport operators nationwide. You will contribute to the development and support of the Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora product suites along with associated services and shared libraries. These platforms handle journey transaction processing and message routing that underpin national transport services. The Role - Transport Club Software Engineer Develop, maintain and support Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora platforms. Deliver software enhancements across the full lifecycle from design through deployment. Support DevOps delivery pipelines and assist with escalations from the Transport Club Service Desk. Work closely with internal teams and third party clients to support platform usage and improvement. Contribute to ongoing improvements to engineering practices, tooling and platform performance. Participate in Agile delivery cycles including sprint planning, development and release. Key Skills and Experience Strong experience in Java enterprise development . Experience working with relational database technologies . Experience developing large scale enterprise applications . Knowledge of ITSO transport systems or standards . Understanding of software engineering best practices . Experience with automated software testing frameworks . Experience working with DevOps integration and deployment pipelines . Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Groovy, Elasticsearch, Cucumber, JUnit, REST services, Angular, Node and C# . This role suits an experienced Transport Club Software Engineer who enjoys working on large scale systems that support national infrastructure. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button
31/03/2026
Contractor
Transport Club Software Engineer - Remote An opportunity is available for a skilled Transport Club Software Engineer to support critical transport technology systems used across the UK. This role sits within the ITSO Back Office value stream and focuses on the development, support and continuous improvement of core transaction processing platforms used by transport operators nationwide. You will contribute to the development and support of the Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora product suites along with associated services and shared libraries. These platforms handle journey transaction processing and message routing that underpin national transport services. The Role - Transport Club Software Engineer Develop, maintain and support Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora platforms. Deliver software enhancements across the full lifecycle from design through deployment. Support DevOps delivery pipelines and assist with escalations from the Transport Club Service Desk. Work closely with internal teams and third party clients to support platform usage and improvement. Contribute to ongoing improvements to engineering practices, tooling and platform performance. Participate in Agile delivery cycles including sprint planning, development and release. Key Skills and Experience Strong experience in Java enterprise development . Experience working with relational database technologies . Experience developing large scale enterprise applications . Knowledge of ITSO transport systems or standards . Understanding of software engineering best practices . Experience with automated software testing frameworks . Experience working with DevOps integration and deployment pipelines . Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Groovy, Elasticsearch, Cucumber, JUnit, REST services, Angular, Node and C# . This role suits an experienced Transport Club Software Engineer who enjoys working on large scale systems that support national infrastructure. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button
Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join. AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for an IT Support Specialist (Hardware/Software) for a 6 Month Part-Time contract based in Nottingham (3 days per week onsite). Purpose of the role: As IT Support Specialist you will act as primary liaison for Digital Technology related requests, addressing issues related to desktop and infrastructure, and escalating to other teams as needed. You will provide onsite technical support across hardware, software, and engineering applications. What you'll do: Act as client liaison for all Digital Technology related requests from staff, being first line of engagement to understand and address issues and needs around desktop (Windows, O365 etc.) and infrastructure (compute, storage, network, cloud services, enterprise systems, cyber security, etc.), engage and escalate to other Digital Technology teams as needed. Provide value added services to the business, working together with the leadership team to drive technology and help transform business activities. Configure, deploy, maintain, troubleshoot, and support workstations, laptops, printers, mobile devices, phones and other computer and telecoms equipment. Solve problems associated with hardware (PCs, Macs, mobile, etc.), software, and services (video conferencing, remote access, etc.), determining the source of problems and classifying their level, priority, and nature. When appropriate, escalating or routing them to the appropriate team. Respond to, document, and resolve service tickets in a timely manner according to an agreed service level. Document procedures, standards, best-practice configurations, settings, installation sequences, and back-out instructions. Follow ITIL/Service Management policies and procedures. Help the software asset management team to maintain applications (licence management and version control). The skills you'll need: Proven hands on experience in an office based IT support role. Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems. Knowledge of laptop builds, device provisioning, and infrastructure support. Comfortable working independently and managing varied support needs. About the client About the client Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists. AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.
31/03/2026
Full time
Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join. AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for an IT Support Specialist (Hardware/Software) for a 6 Month Part-Time contract based in Nottingham (3 days per week onsite). Purpose of the role: As IT Support Specialist you will act as primary liaison for Digital Technology related requests, addressing issues related to desktop and infrastructure, and escalating to other teams as needed. You will provide onsite technical support across hardware, software, and engineering applications. What you'll do: Act as client liaison for all Digital Technology related requests from staff, being first line of engagement to understand and address issues and needs around desktop (Windows, O365 etc.) and infrastructure (compute, storage, network, cloud services, enterprise systems, cyber security, etc.), engage and escalate to other Digital Technology teams as needed. Provide value added services to the business, working together with the leadership team to drive technology and help transform business activities. Configure, deploy, maintain, troubleshoot, and support workstations, laptops, printers, mobile devices, phones and other computer and telecoms equipment. Solve problems associated with hardware (PCs, Macs, mobile, etc.), software, and services (video conferencing, remote access, etc.), determining the source of problems and classifying their level, priority, and nature. When appropriate, escalating or routing them to the appropriate team. Respond to, document, and resolve service tickets in a timely manner according to an agreed service level. Document procedures, standards, best-practice configurations, settings, installation sequences, and back-out instructions. Follow ITIL/Service Management policies and procedures. Help the software asset management team to maintain applications (licence management and version control). The skills you'll need: Proven hands on experience in an office based IT support role. Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems. Knowledge of laptop builds, device provisioning, and infrastructure support. Comfortable working independently and managing varied support needs. About the client About the client Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists. AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.
Shape the Future of Digital Content with AI Innovation Are you an experienced tech leader with a passion for transforming digital content into next-generation AI-powered experiences? Join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing digital content and B2B intelligence provider poised to revolutionise the market with cutting-edge AI technologies. As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) , you will play a pivotal role in steering the company's technology strategy, overseeing a talented software development team, and driving innovation that bridges the gap between expert-curated content and powerful AI solutions. This is a rare opportunity to take a market-leading business into the AI era, blending creativity, innovation, and technology to enhance customer experiences and deliver exceptional business outcomes. As CTO, you will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the Directors of Generative Search and AI, Product Marketing, and our Group Director of AI and Technology. You will lead a talented software development team, supported by the best-in-class Group infrastructure, to ensure that our clients' products and services are built to deliver high impact. Your leadership will be critical in driving the company's technological vision, particularly as we embrace AI-driven solutions and elevate our digital content to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute a technology strategy to transform a traditional content business into a market-leading digital AI-driven platform. Lead and mentor a talented software development team, supported by a robust Group infrastructure, to build scalable, innovative products. Maintain exceptional levels of availability, scalability, security, and responsiveness, ensuring engineering practices and governance of third-party service providers are aligned with best-in-class standards. Oversee governance frameworks to manage product delivery, from ideation to customer engagement, guaranteeing reliability and scalability. Plan and execute continuous improvement across a mixed-technology estate, ensuring it balances cutting-edge solutions with intricate legacy systems. Govern and deliver a go-to-market plan that generates excitement about our clients products, engaging the business, the market, and customers. Build a predictable delivery capability through a lightweight governance and reporting framework, ensuring business confidence through repeated, reliable delivery. Prioritise product features effectively, ensuring that customer needs and business goals are met while engaging teams around a shared vision. Foster collaboration with various stakeholders to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical team members, enabling sound decision-making. Lead product performance analysis and drive user engagement through innovative tech solutions. What You Bring: Proven trac record of successful leadership experience in technology teams, ideally in customer-facing, online content-focused organisations. Proven track record in delivering technical solutions that enhance the customer experience, particularly in data access and search functionality. Expertise in driving technological change within a dynamic environment, with experience in cloud platforms (AWS), content management (e.g., Drupal), and CRM systems (Salesforce). Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution. Strong communication skills and the ability to lead teams through periods of high uncertainty while managing vendor relationships and ensuring project success. This is your chance to lead a tech transformation at the forefront of digital content and AI. With a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, you'll be joining a forward-thinking company that values innovation and impact. INDAM Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
31/03/2026
Full time
Shape the Future of Digital Content with AI Innovation Are you an experienced tech leader with a passion for transforming digital content into next-generation AI-powered experiences? Join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing digital content and B2B intelligence provider poised to revolutionise the market with cutting-edge AI technologies. As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) , you will play a pivotal role in steering the company's technology strategy, overseeing a talented software development team, and driving innovation that bridges the gap between expert-curated content and powerful AI solutions. This is a rare opportunity to take a market-leading business into the AI era, blending creativity, innovation, and technology to enhance customer experiences and deliver exceptional business outcomes. As CTO, you will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the Directors of Generative Search and AI, Product Marketing, and our Group Director of AI and Technology. You will lead a talented software development team, supported by the best-in-class Group infrastructure, to ensure that our clients' products and services are built to deliver high impact. Your leadership will be critical in driving the company's technological vision, particularly as we embrace AI-driven solutions and elevate our digital content to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute a technology strategy to transform a traditional content business into a market-leading digital AI-driven platform. Lead and mentor a talented software development team, supported by a robust Group infrastructure, to build scalable, innovative products. Maintain exceptional levels of availability, scalability, security, and responsiveness, ensuring engineering practices and governance of third-party service providers are aligned with best-in-class standards. Oversee governance frameworks to manage product delivery, from ideation to customer engagement, guaranteeing reliability and scalability. Plan and execute continuous improvement across a mixed-technology estate, ensuring it balances cutting-edge solutions with intricate legacy systems. Govern and deliver a go-to-market plan that generates excitement about our clients products, engaging the business, the market, and customers. Build a predictable delivery capability through a lightweight governance and reporting framework, ensuring business confidence through repeated, reliable delivery. Prioritise product features effectively, ensuring that customer needs and business goals are met while engaging teams around a shared vision. Foster collaboration with various stakeholders to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical team members, enabling sound decision-making. Lead product performance analysis and drive user engagement through innovative tech solutions. What You Bring: Proven trac record of successful leadership experience in technology teams, ideally in customer-facing, online content-focused organisations. Proven track record in delivering technical solutions that enhance the customer experience, particularly in data access and search functionality. Expertise in driving technological change within a dynamic environment, with experience in cloud platforms (AWS), content management (e.g., Drupal), and CRM systems (Salesforce). Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution. Strong communication skills and the ability to lead teams through periods of high uncertainty while managing vendor relationships and ensuring project success. This is your chance to lead a tech transformation at the forefront of digital content and AI. With a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, you'll be joining a forward-thinking company that values innovation and impact. INDAM Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Software Engineer - ITSO SME - Remote An opportunity is available for a skilled Software Engineer who is an ITSO SME to support critical transport technology systems used across the UK. This role sits within the ITSO Back Office value stream and focuses on the development, support and continuous improvement of core transaction processing platforms used by transport operators nationwide. You will contribute to the development and support of the Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora product suites along with associated services and shared libraries. These platforms handle journey transaction processing and message routing that underpin national transport services. The Role - Software Engineer - ITSO SME Develop, maintain and support Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora platforms. Deliver software enhancements across the full lifecycle from design through deployment. Support DevOps delivery pipelines and assist with escalations from the Transport Club Service Desk. Work closely with internal teams and third party clients to support platform usage and improvement. Contribute to ongoing improvements to engineering practices, tooling and platform performance. Participate in Agile delivery cycles including sprint planning, development and release. Key Skills and Experience Strong experience in Java enterprise development . Knowledge of ITSO transport systems or standards is essential Experience working with relational database technologies . Experience developing large scale enterprise applications . Understanding of software engineering best practices . Experience with automated software testing frameworks . Experience working with DevOps integration and deployment pipelines . Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Groovy, Elasticsearch, Cucumber, JUnit, REST services, Angular, Node and C# . This role suits an experienced Transport Club Software Engineer who enjoys working on large scale systems that support national infrastructure. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button
31/03/2026
Contractor
Software Engineer - ITSO SME - Remote An opportunity is available for a skilled Software Engineer who is an ITSO SME to support critical transport technology systems used across the UK. This role sits within the ITSO Back Office value stream and focuses on the development, support and continuous improvement of core transaction processing platforms used by transport operators nationwide. You will contribute to the development and support of the Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora product suites along with associated services and shared libraries. These platforms handle journey transaction processing and message routing that underpin national transport services. The Role - Software Engineer - ITSO SME Develop, maintain and support Transport Club HOPS, Fulfilment and Actora platforms. Deliver software enhancements across the full lifecycle from design through deployment. Support DevOps delivery pipelines and assist with escalations from the Transport Club Service Desk. Work closely with internal teams and third party clients to support platform usage and improvement. Contribute to ongoing improvements to engineering practices, tooling and platform performance. Participate in Agile delivery cycles including sprint planning, development and release. Key Skills and Experience Strong experience in Java enterprise development . Knowledge of ITSO transport systems or standards is essential Experience working with relational database technologies . Experience developing large scale enterprise applications . Understanding of software engineering best practices . Experience with automated software testing frameworks . Experience working with DevOps integration and deployment pipelines . Experience working within Agile Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Groovy, Elasticsearch, Cucumber, JUnit, REST services, Angular, Node and C# . This role suits an experienced Transport Club Software Engineer who enjoys working on large scale systems that support national infrastructure. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button
Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location : Remote (with occasional site visits) Rate : £45-50 per hour (inside IR35 with possibility of outside) Hours : 37.5 hours per week Contract Type : 6-month contract About the Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £45-50 per hour and the flexibility of remote working for most of the week, with occasional site visits as required. You will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure projects, particularly focusing on drainage design, highways, and network modelling. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, focusing on drainage systems and highways. Utilise Civils 3D, InfoDrainage, and other relevant software to develop drainage and highway models. Ensure compliance with industry standards, SAB drainage design, and Welsh drainage design (where applicable). Collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to achieve project milestones. Manage the technical aspects of the projects, providing guidance and support to junior engineers. Review and approve designs, project documentation, and drawings. Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer or in a similar civil engineering role. Strong expertise in drainage design, highways, and network modelling. Proficient in using Civils 3D, InfoDrainage, and other relevant design software. Understanding of SAB drainage design and Welsh drainage design standards is desirable. Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered status (or working towards) is highly desirable. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently. What We Offer: Competitive £45-50 per hour rate. 6-month contract with 37.5 hours per week. Flexible remote working with occasional site visits. Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects. Collaborative and supportive team environment. If you are a dedicated and experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer looking for a new challenge, apply now to join our team for this exciting 6-month contract opportunity. Footnote: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call James Gillespie at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
31/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location : Remote (with occasional site visits) Rate : £45-50 per hour (inside IR35 with possibility of outside) Hours : 37.5 hours per week Contract Type : 6-month contract About the Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £45-50 per hour and the flexibility of remote working for most of the week, with occasional site visits as required. You will play a key role in the delivery of infrastructure projects, particularly focusing on drainage design, highways, and network modelling. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, focusing on drainage systems and highways. Utilise Civils 3D, InfoDrainage, and other relevant software to develop drainage and highway models. Ensure compliance with industry standards, SAB drainage design, and Welsh drainage design (where applicable). Collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to achieve project milestones. Manage the technical aspects of the projects, providing guidance and support to junior engineers. Review and approve designs, project documentation, and drawings. Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer or in a similar civil engineering role. Strong expertise in drainage design, highways, and network modelling. Proficient in using Civils 3D, InfoDrainage, and other relevant design software. Understanding of SAB drainage design and Welsh drainage design standards is desirable. Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered status (or working towards) is highly desirable. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently. What We Offer: Competitive £45-50 per hour rate. 6-month contract with 37.5 hours per week. Flexible remote working with occasional site visits. Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects. Collaborative and supportive team environment. If you are a dedicated and experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer looking for a new challenge, apply now to join our team for this exciting 6-month contract opportunity. Footnote: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call James Gillespie at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Infrastructure Engineer This is a great opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Design Engineer to gain exposure to major residential development schemes and broaden your technical expertise within a supportive, ambitious team. This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your professional development while working on meaningful, large-scale projects. You will join a specialist infrastructure team delivering projects from feasibility through planning, detailed design and construction. With schemes ranging from 50-unit developments to multi-thousand-home communities, you'll gain diverse project experience and genuine career progression. What you will be doing As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will: Support the design and coordination of drainage and development infrastructure projects. Work closely with senior team members to ensure high-quality, accurate deliverables. Develop Concept and Detailed Drainage Strategies using recognised industry software. Produce Levels Strategies and assist with Earthwork Appraisals. Prepare planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, drainage notes and utilities statements. Carry out Due Diligence reviews to inform land acquisition decisions. Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to keep projects progressing smoothly. What you'll bring Significant post-graduate (or equivalent) experience in drainage, highways or development infrastructure. Experience working on pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including familiarity with S104/S38/S278 processes. Proficiency in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD, with Civils 3D knowledge an advantage. Strong technical skills, attention to detail and the confidence to communicate effectively. A passion for developing your skills and contributing positively to a growing team. Salary and benefits You will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including: Performance-related bonus - with part potentially tax-free as part of an employee-owned company. Chartership support and encouragement throughout your professional journey. Professional development & training, including funded courses and mentorship opportunities. Flexible working (subject to grade and approval). Excellent pension contribution. Structured training programmes with university/college support. Paid overtime for meeting key deadlines. Employee perks platform with discounts and cycle-to-work schemes. Interest-free season ticket loan to support your commute You will work from the London office 3-4 days per week, joining a team invested in your development. With structured progression and exposure to major UK residential schemes, you'll have every opportunity to advance your career. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
31/03/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer This is a great opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Design Engineer to gain exposure to major residential development schemes and broaden your technical expertise within a supportive, ambitious team. This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your professional development while working on meaningful, large-scale projects. You will join a specialist infrastructure team delivering projects from feasibility through planning, detailed design and construction. With schemes ranging from 50-unit developments to multi-thousand-home communities, you'll gain diverse project experience and genuine career progression. What you will be doing As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will: Support the design and coordination of drainage and development infrastructure projects. Work closely with senior team members to ensure high-quality, accurate deliverables. Develop Concept and Detailed Drainage Strategies using recognised industry software. Produce Levels Strategies and assist with Earthwork Appraisals. Prepare planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, drainage notes and utilities statements. Carry out Due Diligence reviews to inform land acquisition decisions. Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to keep projects progressing smoothly. What you'll bring Significant post-graduate (or equivalent) experience in drainage, highways or development infrastructure. Experience working on pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including familiarity with S104/S38/S278 processes. Proficiency in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD, with Civils 3D knowledge an advantage. Strong technical skills, attention to detail and the confidence to communicate effectively. A passion for developing your skills and contributing positively to a growing team. Salary and benefits You will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including: Performance-related bonus - with part potentially tax-free as part of an employee-owned company. Chartership support and encouragement throughout your professional journey. Professional development & training, including funded courses and mentorship opportunities. Flexible working (subject to grade and approval). Excellent pension contribution. Structured training programmes with university/college support. Paid overtime for meeting key deadlines. Employee perks platform with discounts and cycle-to-work schemes. Interest-free season ticket loan to support your commute You will work from the London office 3-4 days per week, joining a team invested in your development. With structured progression and exposure to major UK residential schemes, you'll have every opportunity to advance your career. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is currently searching for a dedicated and skilled DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) to join their team in Wiltshire. This is more than a job - it's a mission. You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative environment, contributing to the vision of designing, delivering, and transforming collective training for the UK forces. Key Responsibilities: Designing, deploying, and supporting integrated system and application solutions across physical, virtual, and cloud environments through CI/CD pipelines Translating operational and technical requirements into implementable system architectures and solution designs Supporting the deployment, configuration, and integration of systems and applications within development and operational environments Ensuring system solutions meet performance, reliability, security, and interoperability requirements across platforms and environments Acting as the technical liaison between engineering teams and supply chain partners Reviewing technical proposals and assisting with integration planning Coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure delivered components and systems meet required technical and operational specifications Supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure successful deployment and operational readiness Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers, network engineers, architects, and programme teams Integrating third-party technologies and vendor solutions into the broader systems architecture Developing and maintaining technical documentation Maintaining awareness of emerging technologies and tools Job Requirements: We are looking for individuals who have a mission focus and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You should be able to collaborate effectively with defence organisations. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: Engineering background with a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience Proven experience designing, deploying, and supporting integrated systems and application solutions across hybrid environments (cloud and on-premise) Strong understanding of systems integration principles across software, infrastructure, and networking layers Ability to translate operational and technical requirements into practical system architectures and deployment plans Experience supporting technical deployments within structured delivery environments (e.g. Agile or SAFe) Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience diagnosing complex system issues Understanding of system security principles and governance requirements Experience designing and deploying containerised solutions using orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (e.g. GitHub, ArgoCD, Helm, Maven, SonarQube, Quay or equivalent) Experience using monitoring and observability platforms (e.g. Prometheus, Fluentd, ELK stack, Grafana) Experience integrating and supporting database solutions (e.g. MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL) Experience deploying and operating systems within cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS Experience supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and operational phases Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift and Ceph storage platforms Programming experience (e.g. Python, JavaScript) Experience working with event streaming and data pipeline technologies (e.g. Kafka, Apache NiFi, Apache Spark) Experience delivering multi-system integration projects within defence, government, or highly regulated environments Experience implementing and configuring training simulation technologies across Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments Experience working with external suppliers and vendors to deliver integrated technical solutions Experience supporting procurement or supply chain teams by translating technical specifications and integration requirements Understanding of interoperability standards or integration frameworks used within enterprise or defence systems Benefits: Competitive salaries 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, with an option to buy and sell up to 5 days Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) Company bonus scheme (discretionary) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension Flexible Benefits scheme including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role) Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade) Work Culture: 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role or job requirement Early finish on Fridays, starting the weekend at 1.30pm Remote, hybrid, and site-based working opportunities A flexible working culture that is output focussed Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year If you are a capable and committed DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) looking for a new opportunity to develop your career within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Wiltshire.
31/03/2026
Full time
Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is currently searching for a dedicated and skilled DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) to join their team in Wiltshire. This is more than a job - it's a mission. You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative environment, contributing to the vision of designing, delivering, and transforming collective training for the UK forces. Key Responsibilities: Designing, deploying, and supporting integrated system and application solutions across physical, virtual, and cloud environments through CI/CD pipelines Translating operational and technical requirements into implementable system architectures and solution designs Supporting the deployment, configuration, and integration of systems and applications within development and operational environments Ensuring system solutions meet performance, reliability, security, and interoperability requirements across platforms and environments Acting as the technical liaison between engineering teams and supply chain partners Reviewing technical proposals and assisting with integration planning Coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure delivered components and systems meet required technical and operational specifications Supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure successful deployment and operational readiness Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers, network engineers, architects, and programme teams Integrating third-party technologies and vendor solutions into the broader systems architecture Developing and maintaining technical documentation Maintaining awareness of emerging technologies and tools Job Requirements: We are looking for individuals who have a mission focus and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You should be able to collaborate effectively with defence organisations. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: Engineering background with a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience Proven experience designing, deploying, and supporting integrated systems and application solutions across hybrid environments (cloud and on-premise) Strong understanding of systems integration principles across software, infrastructure, and networking layers Ability to translate operational and technical requirements into practical system architectures and deployment plans Experience supporting technical deployments within structured delivery environments (e.g. Agile or SAFe) Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience diagnosing complex system issues Understanding of system security principles and governance requirements Experience designing and deploying containerised solutions using orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling (e.g. GitHub, ArgoCD, Helm, Maven, SonarQube, Quay or equivalent) Experience using monitoring and observability platforms (e.g. Prometheus, Fluentd, ELK stack, Grafana) Experience integrating and supporting database solutions (e.g. MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL) Experience deploying and operating systems within cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS Experience supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and operational phases Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience working with Red Hat OpenShift and Ceph storage platforms Programming experience (e.g. Python, JavaScript) Experience working with event streaming and data pipeline technologies (e.g. Kafka, Apache NiFi, Apache Spark) Experience delivering multi-system integration projects within defence, government, or highly regulated environments Experience implementing and configuring training simulation technologies across Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments Experience working with external suppliers and vendors to deliver integrated technical solutions Experience supporting procurement or supply chain teams by translating technical specifications and integration requirements Understanding of interoperability standards or integration frameworks used within enterprise or defence systems Benefits: Competitive salaries 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, with an option to buy and sell up to 5 days Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) Company bonus scheme (discretionary) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension Flexible Benefits scheme including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role) Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade) Work Culture: 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role or job requirement Early finish on Fridays, starting the weekend at 1.30pm Remote, hybrid, and site-based working opportunities A flexible working culture that is output focussed Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year If you are a capable and committed DevOps Systems Engineer (Systems Solutions Engineer) looking for a new opportunity to develop your career within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Wiltshire.
The Company This business is a rail software and consulting company with a growing team and a solid foundation of project-based revenue. It works with leading organisations across the UK rail industry, helping them harness data to solve complex operational challenges. Data Engineers are key to this mission - building robust data infrastructure and tooling that powers insights, analytics, and software products used across the rail network. The Role As a Data Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative technical team, working across the data lifecycle: from designing ETL pipelines and integrating real-time data streams, to developing APIs and backend systems that deliver rail data securely and reliably. You'll work closely with engineers, consultants, and project managers to translate real-world rail problems into scalable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, data architecture, and delivery. Key Responsibilities Data Engineering & Infrastructure • Design and implement robust data pipelines (batch and real-time) for ingesting, transforming, and serving rail-related datasets. • Develop and maintain data APIs and services to support analytics, software features, and reporting tools. • Build data models and storage solutions that balance performance, cost, and scalability. • Contribute to codebases using modern data stack technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS). Collaborative Delivery • Work with domain consultants and delivery leads to understand client needs and define data solutions. • Participate in agile delivery practices, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. • Help shape end-to-end solutions from ingestion and transformation to client-facing features and reporting. Best Practices & Growth • Write clean, well-documented, and tested code following engineering standards. • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions. • Stay up-to-date with new tools and trends in the data engineering space. • Contribute to internal learning sessions, tech talks, and shared documentation. The Candidate You might be a good fit if you have experience with: • Building ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like Kafka, dbt, or custom frameworks. • Working with structured and unstructured data at scale. • Backend development in Python (or similar), and familiarity with data APIs. • Cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse). • SQL and database design for analytics, reporting, and product use. • Agile collaboration with cross-functional teams. You don t need experience in rail just curiosity and a willingness to learn the domain.
27/03/2026
Full time
The Company This business is a rail software and consulting company with a growing team and a solid foundation of project-based revenue. It works with leading organisations across the UK rail industry, helping them harness data to solve complex operational challenges. Data Engineers are key to this mission - building robust data infrastructure and tooling that powers insights, analytics, and software products used across the rail network. The Role As a Data Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative technical team, working across the data lifecycle: from designing ETL pipelines and integrating real-time data streams, to developing APIs and backend systems that deliver rail data securely and reliably. You'll work closely with engineers, consultants, and project managers to translate real-world rail problems into scalable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, data architecture, and delivery. Key Responsibilities Data Engineering & Infrastructure • Design and implement robust data pipelines (batch and real-time) for ingesting, transforming, and serving rail-related datasets. • Develop and maintain data APIs and services to support analytics, software features, and reporting tools. • Build data models and storage solutions that balance performance, cost, and scalability. • Contribute to codebases using modern data stack technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS). Collaborative Delivery • Work with domain consultants and delivery leads to understand client needs and define data solutions. • Participate in agile delivery practices, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. • Help shape end-to-end solutions from ingestion and transformation to client-facing features and reporting. Best Practices & Growth • Write clean, well-documented, and tested code following engineering standards. • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions. • Stay up-to-date with new tools and trends in the data engineering space. • Contribute to internal learning sessions, tech talks, and shared documentation. The Candidate You might be a good fit if you have experience with: • Building ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like Kafka, dbt, or custom frameworks. • Working with structured and unstructured data at scale. • Backend development in Python (or similar), and familiarity with data APIs. • Cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse). • SQL and database design for analytics, reporting, and product use. • Agile collaboration with cross-functional teams. You don t need experience in rail just curiosity and a willingness to learn the domain.
Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate Cloud Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance British Citizen only. This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced OpenStack & OpenShift Architect to design, implement, and optimise on premisescloud and container platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (OpenStack) and container orchestration (Red Hat OpenShift/Kubernetes), with a strong focus on scalability, automation, and high availability. You will play a key role in defining cloud strategy, leading platform architecture, and guiding engineering teams in delivering robust, secure, and performant environments. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and suppliers to ensure services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Design and architect OpenStack-based private cloud solutions (RHOSO) Lead the deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift clusters Define and implement cloud-native architecture patterns Integrate OpenStack with container platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes) Drive automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery strategies Establish security best practices across infrastructure and platforms Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and improvements Required Skills & Experience Cloud & Virtualisation Strong experience with OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone) Hands-on experience designing and deploying private cloud environments Understanding of multi-region / multi-tenant architectures Container Platforms Deep expertise in Red Hat OpenShift (OCP 4.x) Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture and components Experience with container lifecycle management Automation & DevOps Proficiency with Ansible, Terraform, or similar IaC tools Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD) Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar) Storage Experience with Ceph or other distributed storage systems Understanding of block, object, and file storage concepts Preferred Qualifications but not necessary Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCA, RHCE, OpenShift certification) Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments Familiarity with service mesh (Istio) and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana) Exposure to GitOps practices Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
27/03/2026
Full time
Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate Cloud Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance British Citizen only. This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced OpenStack & OpenShift Architect to design, implement, and optimise on premisescloud and container platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (OpenStack) and container orchestration (Red Hat OpenShift/Kubernetes), with a strong focus on scalability, automation, and high availability. You will play a key role in defining cloud strategy, leading platform architecture, and guiding engineering teams in delivering robust, secure, and performant environments. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and suppliers to ensure services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Design and architect OpenStack-based private cloud solutions (RHOSO) Lead the deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift clusters Define and implement cloud-native architecture patterns Integrate OpenStack with container platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes) Drive automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery strategies Establish security best practices across infrastructure and platforms Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and improvements Required Skills & Experience Cloud & Virtualisation Strong experience with OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone) Hands-on experience designing and deploying private cloud environments Understanding of multi-region / multi-tenant architectures Container Platforms Deep expertise in Red Hat OpenShift (OCP 4.x) Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture and components Experience with container lifecycle management Automation & DevOps Proficiency with Ansible, Terraform, or similar IaC tools Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD) Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar) Storage Experience with Ceph or other distributed storage systems Understanding of block, object, and file storage concepts Preferred Qualifications but not necessary Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCA, RHCE, OpenShift certification) Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments Familiarity with service mesh (Istio) and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana) Exposure to GitOps practices Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
A great opportunity for a Software Project Lead to join us at our Bristol site in the Real Time Infrastructure and Security Software team to supply advanced solutions for our missile sub-systems, often developing state of the art processing platforms. Salary: up to £72,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically 4 to 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The Opportunity The Real Time Infrastructure and Security Software team is tasked with supplying advanced solutions for our missile sub-systems, often developing state of the art processing platforms. Interacting with a wider engineering team (including Software, Firmware and Hardware Teams), this role presents the opportunity to deliver complex software solutions, as part of a deliverable product, deployed into missile programmes. In a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better! Join us as a Software Project Lead and take our technology and your career into new territories. Can you provide inspiration and leadership to software teams? Do you have the process adherence and quality focus to develop safety-critical software? Are you committed to make AGILE/SCRUM/SixSigma/DevOps methods of software development a success? What we're looking for from you: A leader in software (experienced or aspiring) focussed on team leadership and delivering software. We are looking for a Software Project Lead (SPL) who can build high-performing teams and create strong working relations with the multidiscipline project environments. These project environments include financial & budget control, system design, electronic design, safety, security & quality. Proven ability to technical manage a team of software developers A proven record of managing a software budget and have the confidence to control change to the requirements and costs, against an agreed estimate/budget Understanding of UML and high level languages such as C and C++ Project management skills to ensure good planning, delivery and cost control of software A good understanding of software and the software development lifecycle including configuration management tools and techniques, to be able to provide effective oversight. The ability to understand requirements and available design solutions so that you can produce accurate and cost effective estimates of work to be undertaken Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
07/10/2025
Full time
A great opportunity for a Software Project Lead to join us at our Bristol site in the Real Time Infrastructure and Security Software team to supply advanced solutions for our missile sub-systems, often developing state of the art processing platforms. Salary: up to £72,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically 4 to 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The Opportunity The Real Time Infrastructure and Security Software team is tasked with supplying advanced solutions for our missile sub-systems, often developing state of the art processing platforms. Interacting with a wider engineering team (including Software, Firmware and Hardware Teams), this role presents the opportunity to deliver complex software solutions, as part of a deliverable product, deployed into missile programmes. In a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better! Join us as a Software Project Lead and take our technology and your career into new territories. Can you provide inspiration and leadership to software teams? Do you have the process adherence and quality focus to develop safety-critical software? Are you committed to make AGILE/SCRUM/SixSigma/DevOps methods of software development a success? What we're looking for from you: A leader in software (experienced or aspiring) focussed on team leadership and delivering software. We are looking for a Software Project Lead (SPL) who can build high-performing teams and create strong working relations with the multidiscipline project environments. These project environments include financial & budget control, system design, electronic design, safety, security & quality. Proven ability to technical manage a team of software developers A proven record of managing a software budget and have the confidence to control change to the requirements and costs, against an agreed estimate/budget Understanding of UML and high level languages such as C and C++ Project management skills to ensure good planning, delivery and cost control of software A good understanding of software and the software development lifecycle including configuration management tools and techniques, to be able to provide effective oversight. The ability to understand requirements and available design solutions so that you can produce accurate and cost effective estimates of work to be undertaken Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Front End Developer to work a 12-month contract for our client 3 days per week on-site in either Leeds or Newcastle. You will work with Node.js, Express, React and templating engines to deliver accessibility compliant UIs using well defined GDS standards. Working with a community of Front End developers committed to building reusable templates and patterns; you will be able to contribute to shared features and components. Our client use industry standard development frameworks and languages to build enterprise level systems but are always looking to bring in new and original ways into practice to help speed of delivery or robustness of software implementation. Our Senior Front End Developers are experts in Front End development, with proven experience in the design and build user interfaces at scale. You will: Lead and promote the technical direction and development of reusable patterns and components. Have strong knowledge of modern web development stacks, web standards, user experience, progressive enhancement, performance, accessibility, browser compatibility, tooling and pipelines. Work with cross-functional teams to integrate into the Back End services to ensure that they are built to the same high standards. Ensure we develop accessible user interfaces for services which work effectively across multiple devices and browsers Use modern tooling and development techniques to write and share test-driven code iteratively delivering. Input into, promote and ensure design standardisation processes. Release, maintain and support the deployment of products and code packages. Coach, mentor and line manage colleagues. Engage with teams across different levels and capabilities. Be an enabler for multiple teams, driving consistency, standards, pace and quality, resolving technical blockers, and promoting re-use and collaboration through the wider communities. Engage with and contribute to the engineering and user-centred design communities. Have an excellent ability to self-organise and define priorities. Docker, CI and deployment of components. Delivery end to end testing using TDD and BDD. Required Technical Skills : Significant demonstrable expertise in Front End development of large-scale systems dealing with high numbers of users, transactions and business processes. Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience of open-source technologies including HTML, CSS, client and Server Side JavaScript, TypeScriptNode.js and other modern Front End frameworks and templating languages. Experience in building accessible compliant user interfaces (WCAG). Proven ability in delivering thorough unit level test coverage using common testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha. Experience integrating with a wide range of technical systems including database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), caching tools such as Redis and API Microservices, all deploying into cloud-based infrastructure. (AWS or Azure). Influential and able to lead Front End activities, set and develop best practice for an agile team and contribute across multiple teams. You will ensure consistency whilst promoting standards as well as creating a coaching and mentoring culture. Required Knowledge and Experience : Knowledge of public cloud technologies, cloud hosting Experience in working in Agile If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now.
06/10/2025
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Front End Developer to work a 12-month contract for our client 3 days per week on-site in either Leeds or Newcastle. You will work with Node.js, Express, React and templating engines to deliver accessibility compliant UIs using well defined GDS standards. Working with a community of Front End developers committed to building reusable templates and patterns; you will be able to contribute to shared features and components. Our client use industry standard development frameworks and languages to build enterprise level systems but are always looking to bring in new and original ways into practice to help speed of delivery or robustness of software implementation. Our Senior Front End Developers are experts in Front End development, with proven experience in the design and build user interfaces at scale. You will: Lead and promote the technical direction and development of reusable patterns and components. Have strong knowledge of modern web development stacks, web standards, user experience, progressive enhancement, performance, accessibility, browser compatibility, tooling and pipelines. Work with cross-functional teams to integrate into the Back End services to ensure that they are built to the same high standards. Ensure we develop accessible user interfaces for services which work effectively across multiple devices and browsers Use modern tooling and development techniques to write and share test-driven code iteratively delivering. Input into, promote and ensure design standardisation processes. Release, maintain and support the deployment of products and code packages. Coach, mentor and line manage colleagues. Engage with teams across different levels and capabilities. Be an enabler for multiple teams, driving consistency, standards, pace and quality, resolving technical blockers, and promoting re-use and collaboration through the wider communities. Engage with and contribute to the engineering and user-centred design communities. Have an excellent ability to self-organise and define priorities. Docker, CI and deployment of components. Delivery end to end testing using TDD and BDD. Required Technical Skills : Significant demonstrable expertise in Front End development of large-scale systems dealing with high numbers of users, transactions and business processes. Detailed working knowledge and extensive experience of open-source technologies including HTML, CSS, client and Server Side JavaScript, TypeScriptNode.js and other modern Front End frameworks and templating languages. Experience in building accessible compliant user interfaces (WCAG). Proven ability in delivering thorough unit level test coverage using common testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha. Experience integrating with a wide range of technical systems including database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), caching tools such as Redis and API Microservices, all deploying into cloud-based infrastructure. (AWS or Azure). Influential and able to lead Front End activities, set and develop best practice for an agile team and contribute across multiple teams. You will ensure consistency whilst promoting standards as well as creating a coaching and mentoring culture. Required Knowledge and Experience : Knowledge of public cloud technologies, cloud hosting Experience in working in Agile If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now.
Linux Engineer - Porton Down - On-site - Full Time Day rate: 450 - 500 p/d Outside IR35 Contract: 6 months (possible extension) Location: Porton Down, Salisbury (On-site, 5 days a week) Clearance: DV Clearance Start: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join our client's team on a 6-month contract in Salisbury. This role is fully on-site and will lead the setup of a standalone, air-gapped network within a lab environment. The role will involve: Leading on the design and strategy for the target network. Configuring and deploying 20 servers and workstations. Integrating legacy hardware model servers from an old DSI network into the existing Linux standalone network. Working with and adapting the lab's standalone infrastructure to create a new combined network. Producing clear documentation and records to ensure smooth ongoing maintenance. Designing, proposing, and implementing improvements in: - Linux software updates and workstation configuration. - User account/domain configuration. - Shared filesystems. - Browser-based software management tools. Essential: Strong hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and domain management. Proven ability to configure, integrate, and deploy servers/workstations. Experience within secure/defence or lab-based environments (desirable). Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government DV-level security clearance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 (url removed)
02/10/2025
Contractor
Linux Engineer - Porton Down - On-site - Full Time Day rate: 450 - 500 p/d Outside IR35 Contract: 6 months (possible extension) Location: Porton Down, Salisbury (On-site, 5 days a week) Clearance: DV Clearance Start: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join our client's team on a 6-month contract in Salisbury. This role is fully on-site and will lead the setup of a standalone, air-gapped network within a lab environment. The role will involve: Leading on the design and strategy for the target network. Configuring and deploying 20 servers and workstations. Integrating legacy hardware model servers from an old DSI network into the existing Linux standalone network. Working with and adapting the lab's standalone infrastructure to create a new combined network. Producing clear documentation and records to ensure smooth ongoing maintenance. Designing, proposing, and implementing improvements in: - Linux software updates and workstation configuration. - User account/domain configuration. - Shared filesystems. - Browser-based software management tools. Essential: Strong hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and domain management. Proven ability to configure, integrate, and deploy servers/workstations. Experience within secure/defence or lab-based environments (desirable). Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government DV-level security clearance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 (url removed)
Senior Software Engineer £55,000 - £65,000 Cambridge Python Django/Flask/FastAPI GCP/AWS/Azure Location: Cambridge, UK (hybrid/remote-first) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 FTC: Fixed-term contract (18months) Tech Stack: Essential: Backend: Python (Flask/FastAPI/Django) Cloud Systems: AWS, Azure, GCP Bonus: Frontend: React/TypeScript Are you an experienced Software Engineer with refined technical skills across API development and DevOps practices, looking for a new role in a forward-thinking, collaborative team?We are working with an organisation well known for fostering creativity, collaboration, and making a positive impact. This organisation are looking for an exceptional Senior Software Engineer to play a key part in their ongoing technical success and reputation. Responsibilities: Help lead the rebuild of a high-volume platform. Work as part of a small, tight-knit engineering squad embedded within a wider, collaborative tech function. Partner directly with non-technical stakeholders to understand challenges, design user-focused solutions, and bring new ideas to life. Build, test, and deploy containerised web applications using modern frameworks and cloud platforms, ensuring scalability and performance. Contribute to agile ceremonies, code reviews, and shared documentation, championing best practices in continuous delivery and infrastructure-as-code. Requirements for Success: Building end-to-end web platforms using Python (Django), developing RESTful APIs Collaborating within an agile, cross-disciplinary team to tackle technical and commercial challenges. Containerising applications with Docker for consistent development and release. Launching and managing applications within cloud-hosted infrastructure. Embedding testing into everyday development, with a focus on writing the right tests at the right layers. In addition to their technical expertise, the ideal candidate possesses a growth mindset and a deep commitment to continuous improvement. They are adept at creating scalable, efficient solutions using technologies such as Python and modern web frameworks in a containerised environment. With a keen eye for detail, they are driven by a desire to make a positive impact with a user-focused approach to development. Benefits: Flexible working environment Remote first/hybrid Competitive holiday & pensions Private healthcare And more! Interested and ready to take your Development career to the next level? Get in touch at or drop me a call for a confidential chat at . Senior Software Engineer £55,000 - £65,000 Cambridge Python Django/Flask/FastAPI GCP/AWS/Azure
02/10/2025
Full time
Senior Software Engineer £55,000 - £65,000 Cambridge Python Django/Flask/FastAPI GCP/AWS/Azure Location: Cambridge, UK (hybrid/remote-first) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 FTC: Fixed-term contract (18months) Tech Stack: Essential: Backend: Python (Flask/FastAPI/Django) Cloud Systems: AWS, Azure, GCP Bonus: Frontend: React/TypeScript Are you an experienced Software Engineer with refined technical skills across API development and DevOps practices, looking for a new role in a forward-thinking, collaborative team?We are working with an organisation well known for fostering creativity, collaboration, and making a positive impact. This organisation are looking for an exceptional Senior Software Engineer to play a key part in their ongoing technical success and reputation. Responsibilities: Help lead the rebuild of a high-volume platform. Work as part of a small, tight-knit engineering squad embedded within a wider, collaborative tech function. Partner directly with non-technical stakeholders to understand challenges, design user-focused solutions, and bring new ideas to life. Build, test, and deploy containerised web applications using modern frameworks and cloud platforms, ensuring scalability and performance. Contribute to agile ceremonies, code reviews, and shared documentation, championing best practices in continuous delivery and infrastructure-as-code. Requirements for Success: Building end-to-end web platforms using Python (Django), developing RESTful APIs Collaborating within an agile, cross-disciplinary team to tackle technical and commercial challenges. Containerising applications with Docker for consistent development and release. Launching and managing applications within cloud-hosted infrastructure. Embedding testing into everyday development, with a focus on writing the right tests at the right layers. In addition to their technical expertise, the ideal candidate possesses a growth mindset and a deep commitment to continuous improvement. They are adept at creating scalable, efficient solutions using technologies such as Python and modern web frameworks in a containerised environment. With a keen eye for detail, they are driven by a desire to make a positive impact with a user-focused approach to development. Benefits: Flexible working environment Remote first/hybrid Competitive holiday & pensions Private healthcare And more! Interested and ready to take your Development career to the next level? Get in touch at or drop me a call for a confidential chat at . Senior Software Engineer £55,000 - £65,000 Cambridge Python Django/Flask/FastAPI GCP/AWS/Azure
Senior C# - Unity - Software Engineer - Contract Opportunity Need to have experience with BOTH, C# and Unity London - Hybrid Working We are seeking talented engineers who are at advanced level with C# and happy to jump straight into a team focused on advancing next-generation virtual experiences through innovative technologies and robust infrastructure. Ideal Candidate Profile Have senior experience with Unity and C# development Experience with Edge testing Are familiar with internal tooling and build systems (CI/CD, pipelines, alerts) Can debug and troubleshoot complex, distributed systems Have experience with SQL and data engineering Job Title: Senior C# - Unity Software Engineer Location: London, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. (phone number removed). Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at (url removed)> To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to (url removed)> We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice at (url removed)/en-gb/privacy-notices for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
01/09/2025
Contractor
Senior C# - Unity - Software Engineer - Contract Opportunity Need to have experience with BOTH, C# and Unity London - Hybrid Working We are seeking talented engineers who are at advanced level with C# and happy to jump straight into a team focused on advancing next-generation virtual experiences through innovative technologies and robust infrastructure. Ideal Candidate Profile Have senior experience with Unity and C# development Experience with Edge testing Are familiar with internal tooling and build systems (CI/CD, pipelines, alerts) Can debug and troubleshoot complex, distributed systems Have experience with SQL and data engineering Job Title: Senior C# - Unity Software Engineer Location: London, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. (phone number removed). Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at (url removed)> To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to (url removed)> We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice at (url removed)/en-gb/privacy-notices for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
