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Desktop Support Engineer (SC Cleared) - 100% Onsite Job Title: Desktop Support Engineer (SC Cleared) Location: Leiston, UK Start Date: 01-Dec-2025 Contract Type: PAYE Duration: 6 months+ Working Arrangement: 100% Onsite Clearance Required: SC Cleared (Mandatory) Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving License (Mandatory) About the Role We are seeking a Desktop Support Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team in Leiston. This is a hands-on, onsite role requiring SC Clearance and a full UK driving license. You'll be responsible for providing technical support to end-users, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum productivity across multiple customer sites within a 25-mile radius. Key Responsibilities - Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to networks, applications, software, hardware, VPNs, printers, and mobile devices - Manage incident queues and provide VIP user support - Monitor and respond to incidents via phone, email, and Microsoft Teams - Build and deploy workstations (Laptops/Desktops) with approved images - Provide Tech-Bar support and manage IT desk moves, training/meeting room setups, and loan laptop logistics - Handle hardware asset management, CDM, and device retirement/disposal - Support Active Directory group management, account unlocks, and password resets - Assist with documentation, reporting, and technical manuals - Travel between buildings and nearby sites using a provided site vehicle Key Skills & Experience - Strong troubleshooting experience with Windows 10 and Microsoft Managed Desktop environments - Experience with Starlink satellite network devices, iPhone/iPad configuration, and Azure portal user management - Knowledge of Microsoft Teams admin portal, Office apps, SharePoint, and cloud printing - Familiarity with Intune administration and conference room device support - Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle multiple tasks - ITIL certification or process knowledge preferred Special Working Conditions - 100% onsite role at Leiston - Travel required within 25 miles - Occasional out-of-hours work may be required (with prior approval)

Join Us as an Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) Specialist - Drive Data Excellence in a Dynamic Environment! Are you a seasoned data professional with a passion for transforming complex data landscapes? We are seeking a highly skilled Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) Specialist to lead critical data integration initiatives for a prominent client based in Milton Keynes, UK. This is your opportunity to contribute to large-scale, cutting-edge projects within a vibrant team and make a tangible impact on Business Intelligence and decision-making. As an ODI Specialist, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and optimizing end-to-end data workflows. Your expertise will enable seamless extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL/ELT) processes across various systems, including Data Warehouses, Data Lakes, and cloud platforms. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure data integrity, performance, and scalability while adhering to best practices and standards. Your problem-solving skills will be key in troubleshooting issues and supporting production environments, ensuring high availability and efficiency of data operations. Required Skills: Extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) 11g/12c (mandatory) Proficiency in ETL/ELT methodologies, data warehousing, and relational database design Strong SQL and PL/SQL capabilities, including query performance tuning ODI administration expertise: topology setup, security, agent configuration, and patching Familiarity with Oracle databases, GoldenGate, and WebLogic environments Experience integrating ODI with cloud applications such as Oracle Cloud ERP/EPM, SaaS, REST/SOAP APIs Proven analytical, troubleshooting, and debugging skills Excellent communication skills and ability to document technical processes Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project methodologies Nice to Have Skills: Experience within Banking, Financial Services, or large-scale ERP/EPM/cloud projects Knowledge of Oracle WebLogic, Oracle Cloud integrations, and API management Exposure to automation and Scripting tools Other Requirements: Availability to work three days a week onsite in Milton Keynes Ability to start from 1st October 2025 for a 6-month assignment Compensation of £500 per day for the successful contractor If you're ready to leverage your ODI expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career-apply now and become a pivotal part of innovative data solutions that drive business success!

Role Title: Data Architect Location: London - Hybrid (2 days in office) Day Rate: Market rate (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: Minimum 6 months Role Overview We are seeking a talented Data Architect to join our data-driven transformation journey. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies such as Data Vault, Snowflake, DBT, Airflow, and AWS/Azure, designing and delivering innovative data solutions that empower analytics and drive business value. As a Data Architect, you will collaborate closely with Product Owners, engineers, and analytics teams to design, build, and maintain robust data models and architecture. This role is ideal for a professional passionate about creating order within complex data structures and delivering impactful, scalable data solutions. Key Responsibilities . Design and develop enterprise data architecture and advanced data models that support business requirements. . Triaging new requirements, assessing impact, and providing estimates for updates to data models. . Develop and enhance physical data models while ensuring alignment with business and technical standards. . Act as custodian of data models, defining and enforcing modelling principles within delivery teams. . Ensure solutions meet business needs while aligning with the overall end-state architecture. . Document, communicate, and centrally manage data models to promote consistency and reuse. . Collaborate with the broader architecture community to share expertise and promote innovation. . Stay up to date with emerging technologies, including machine learning, AI/ML, and modern algorithmic techniques at scale, applying best practices to data design. . Translate business requirements into actionable, scalable, and effective data solutions. Essential Skills & Experience . Strong experience in data architecture, modelling, and data warehousing. . Expertise with various modelling methodologies, including 3NF, Dimensional, and Data Vault. . Proven ability to work with large, complex datasets and deliver actionable insights. . Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and experience with cloud data solutions/migrations. . Strong communication and influencing skills to engage with stakeholders and cross-functional teams. . Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. . Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills. Desirable Skills . Exposure to AI/ML and Generative AI technologies. . Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI or MicroStrategy.

Oracle Developer (GL & AH Design) Start: ASAP Duration: 6-12 months Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes Pay: INSIDE IR35, paying up to £425/day We're looking for an expert Oracle Fusion GL & Accounting Hub Cloud Service (AHCS) Design Developer for a contract role focused on designing and implementing complex accounting solutions. Key Responsibilities: - Configure Oracle GL & AHCS to meet complex accounting and reporting needs - Develop accounting rules, mapping sets, and subledger accounting setups - Translate finance requirements into functional and technical designs - Design chart of accounts, ledgers, allocations, and consolidations - Ensure integration with AP, AR, FA, CM, Projects, and external systems - Lead testing phases and support UAT - Resolve issues in configurations, reconciliations, and reporting - Provide production support and documentation Skills & Experience: - Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion GL & AHCS - In-depth knowledge of SLA, journal definitions, event models, and financial structures - Proficient in SQL, PL/SQL, BI/OTBI - Skilled in integrating GL & AH with subledgers and external systems - Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial processes - Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and stakeholder communication - Experience with Agile and Waterfall methods Desirable: - Background in Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance

Principal Data Engineer - Hybrid (London/Winchester) We're seeking a hands-on Principal Data Engineer to design and deliver enterprise-scale, cloud-native data platforms that power analytics, reporting, and Real Time decision-making. This is a strategic technical leadership role where you'll shape architecture, mentor engineers, and deliver end-to-end solutions across a modern AWS/Databricks stack. What you'll do Lead the design of scalable, secure data architectures on AWS. Build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and streaming data. Deploy and manage Apache Spark jobs on Databricks and Delta Lake. Write production-grade Python and SQL for large-scale data transformations. Drive data quality, governance, and automation through CI/CD and IaC. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders. Mentor and guide data engineering teams. What we're looking for Proven experience in senior/principal data engineering roles. Expertise in AWS, Databricks, Apache Spark, Python, and SQL. Strong background in cloud-native data platforms, Real Time processing, and data lakes. Hands-on experience with tools such as Airflow, Kafka, Docker, GitLab CI/CD. Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills. What's on offer £84000 salary + 10% bonus 6% pension contribution Private medical & flexible benefits package 25 days annual leave (plus buy/sell options) Hybrid working - travel to London or Winchester once/twice per week Join a company at the forefront of media, connectivity, and smart technology, where your work directly powers millions of daily connections across the UK.

Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (D365 & CCaaS) Location: Luton, UK (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite) Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 6 months Start Date: Immediate Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with proven expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and Contact Centre as a Service (CCaaS). This role will play a key part in designing, engineering and integrating cloud-based platforms within a hybrid environment, supporting a high-profile digital transformation programme. Key Responsibilities . Liaise with vendors to design, manage and engineer the implementation of CCaaS and D365 platforms. . Support the mobilisation of the project in collaboration with core teams and third-party suppliers. . Define and document business and technical requirements for migration, overseeing integration with CCaaS and D365 components. . Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders, programme leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution. . Design and build required environments within the Azure tenant, aligned with accounts/tenant strategy. . Engineer compute and network resources for the platform. . Support integration across development, testing and production environments. . Set up DevOps pipelines with platform teams, using existing templates and best practices. . Assess applications hosted in AWS Cloud to define best practices for integration with Azure CCaaS. . Contribute to the design and integration of observability tooling into central dashboards and monitoring systems. Skills, Knowledge & Experience . Strong experience with Microsoft Azure PaaS solutions. . Expertise in CCaaS and MS Dynamics 365. . Proven capability in Azure infrastructure engineering, including authentication methods (SAML/OIDC), compute and network design. . Experience integrating Azure and AWS tenants. . Demonstrated leadership skills on previous engagements. . (Desirable) Knowledge of architecture and technologies in the aviation domain. Person Specification . Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. . Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. . Able to work under limited supervision and take responsibility quickly. . Broad technical awareness across information technology. . Effective interpersonal skills with a collaborative and supportive style. . Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities. . Flexible, technically creative and open-minded.

AI Engineer Start: ASAP Duration: 6-12 months Location: Sheffield (2 days on site per week) Pay: Inside IR35, up to £515/day Key Responsibilities: - Design functional processes, flows, and support procedures - Lead prototyping, testing, and training phases - Conduct AI assessments and propose optimised solutions - Develop classification algorithms and prepare datasets - Work with image processing, text extraction, clustering, embedding models - Implement drift detection, model monitoring (AgentEvals experience a plus) - Document architecture and insights across projects Essential Skills & Experience: - Proven experience developing Chat Bots using: - Python, PyCharm, NumPy, Pandas - ML, deep learning, NLP, TensorFlow - SQL/NoSQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL), RDBMS design - GitHub, Jenkins, data modelling/wrangling - Experience in supervised/unsupervised learning, classification algorithms - Hands-on with model training, drift detection, and feature generation Desirable: - Background in Computer Vision, PII extraction, pattern/form recognition - Agile methodologies and DevOps familiarity - Knowledge of application/data security and microservices - Strong communication skills and ability to build cross-functional relationships - Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - 5-7 years in data science/ML solution delivery

Job Title: AWS Platform Lead Location: Knutsford (candidates must be within 1 hour or willing to relocate) Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025 Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Onsite Requirement: 2-3 days per week (non-consecutive) The Role We are seeking an experienced AWS Platform Lead to provide both technical leadership and strategic direction for our cloud transformation. You will lead a team of AWS engineers and architects, drive adoption and migration strategies, and ensure secure, scalable, and resilient AWS solutions that align with business goals. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage AWS engineers and architects. Define and deliver cloud adoption and migration strategies. Design and implement secure, scalable AWS architectures. Oversee deployment, monitoring, and optimisation of AWS infrastructure. Conduct well-architected reviews and ensure compliance with best practices. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources. Mentor team members and provide technical guidance. Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application Development teams. Drive automation using IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines. Stay up to date with AWS services and emerging cloud technologies. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in leading AWS-focused teams and projects. Strong expertise in AWS architecture, migration, and cloud best practices. Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code and automation tools. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Job Title: Data Engineer Location: London (flexible remote working available) Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025 Day Rate: £340 (Inside IR35) The Role We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to design, develop, and deliver high-quality applications that meet evolving business needs. You will work across the full software development life cycle, ensuring code quality, security, and scalability, while collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders in an Agile environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and deploy robust applications. Ensure adherence to coding standards, security, and best practices. Build and integrate APIs with CRM, SaaS, and third-party platforms. Work with TypeScript, Node.js, React.js , and AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway). Contribute to Agile, cross-functional teams across the SDLC. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Essential Skills & Experience: Proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, React.js . Hands-on experience with AWS services (eg, Lambda, API Gateway). Strong background in API design and integration . Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Job Title: Software Engineer - Python Location: Edinburgh | Office-Based Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Python Developer to join our team, focusing on applications within the Power Utilities domain . The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions, following best practices and Agile methodologies. Key Responsibilities: Develop applications using Python . Apply strong knowledge of software development and delivery life cycles. Work within Agile teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Participate in software testing and the release process. Support software delivery and deployment activities. Essential Skills & Experience: Proficient in Python development. Solid understanding of software development life cycles and Agile methodology. Experience in software delivery and release processes. Desirable: Experience in the Power Transmission and Distribution domain.

Job Title: Database Modeller Location: Edinburgh/Remote | Hybrid (occasional travel required) Role Type: Contract Duration: 6 months The Role We are looking for experienced Database Modellers with expertise in the Power Utilities domain . You will design and develop robust data models to support operational and analytical needs, collaborate with business stakeholders, and ensure high-quality, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models. Translate business requirements into scalable, efficient data models. Perform data profiling and analysis to identify data quality issues and improvements. Apply best practices in data modelling, including normalization, denormalization, and indexing. Lead data architecture discussions and present solutions to technical and non-technical audiences. Mentor junior data modelers and architects. Continuously evaluate tools and techniques to enhance team productivity. Essential Skills & Experience: 5+ years' experience in data modelling, data architecture, or similar roles. Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL). Experience with data modelling tools such as Erwin or IBM InfoSphere Data Architect . Strong communication skills, able to explain complex concepts clearly. Desirable: Experience in the Power Transmission and Distribution domain.

Job Title: Senior Service Assurance Manager Location: Castle Donington, UK Role Type: Contract | Office-Based - 5 Days onsite Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking a Senior Service Assurance Manager to ensure service management delivery across assigned D&T product, platform, or infrastructure Tribe(s). Embedded within the Tribes, you will ensure IT services meet required service levels and Service Management practices are fully Embedded. You will champion ITIL4, DevOps, and SecOps, balancing operational stability with delivery velocity. You will monitor performance, identify trends and risks, and work with Tribe leadership to implement improvements. Regular engagement with senior stakeholders will ensure alignment, sponsorship, and measurable improvements. Key Responsibilities: Manage technology services across the Distribution Centre. Oversee change, problem, and incident management. Liaise with senior business and technology stakeholders. Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to ensure operational stability. Lead IT support teams and drive service level performance. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong background in Service Management. Experience managing major incidents and problem management. Experience in Logistics or Retail is preferred.

Database Admin (Postgres) *Candidates require an active SC Clearance to start* Start: ASAP Duration: 6-12 months Location: London (3-days per week) Pay: negotiable DoE, INSIDE IR35 Requirements: - Proven experience working in a T2 environment, managing postgres deployments - Designing and deploying new instances of Postgres - Other DBA activities: Indexing, storage, query optimisation) - Optimise Postgres usage - AWS (lambda), Linux

IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, Rise, ITIL) A leading retailer is looking for an IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, ITIL) that will act as the main interface for Senior Management, Project Managers and stakeholders for Service Transition requirements and deliverables, supporting a major SAP Rise/S4Hana program. As the IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, ITIL) you work alongside Platform Leads, Product Managers, Engineering teams, and a range of third parties, you will help to deliver and maintain best in class solutions that meet the needs of a variety of stakeholders across the business. You will be responsible for service transition of SAP Rise/S4Hana services into live operations, ensuring the program transitions smoothly into service with appropriate measures and support. The core of this role will be to work collaboratively to assist in embedding a service management culture within the Project life cycle and the wider IT Division, educating and influencing stakeholders gracefully by taking them on a journey whilst balancing their needs with the needs of the service. You will adopt and implement best practices and ways of working to ensure that all ITIL processes are both effective and efficient, plus being appropriately scaled. Skills/Experience * SAP solutions, particularly SAP Rise and S/4 Hana services. * Expertise gathering and analysing requirements for large IT projects, with the ability to identify, track, and monitor technical dependencies across systems. * Experience of transitioning services within large scale programmes. * Good knowledge of current SAP technologies including topics like security, data protection, performance and high availability. * Experience maintaining documentation. * Strong awareness and adherence to best practices of testing and deployment. * Familiarity with agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, and working with managed backlogs using tools like Azure DevOps or Jira. * Stakeholder management. * Passionate for technology and service - curiosity towards new and emerging technology. * The ability to clearly identify, articulate and prioritise the strategic and tactical value of your vision and roadmap. * ITIL Certification within Service Design or Service Transition * ITIL v3 or V4 Foundation or Agile Service Management Qualification * Retail industry experience * Provide track record of service improvements * Experience in ITSM Toolset design and configuration * Knowledge of SAP related services Responsibilities * Lead Service Transition activities, ensuring graceful landing into operations and operational efficiencies are maintained, this minimising project and operational risk. * Defining, documenting and agreeing Service, ensuring supporting material is fit for purpose, fit for use. * Lead the transition planning and support strategy, framework and process * Ensuring adequate monitoring across the SAP landscape is in place, and that the necessary processes and procedures are in implemented to respond to alerts and incidents, whether that's within business hours or during out of hours callouts to the on-call team. * Be an escalation point during major incidents, who can help technical teams as well as easily access the higher levels of vendors to positively influence the service and focus we receive. Service dependant, this can be a 24-hour function. * Knowledge Management - ensure all issues are logged with resolution details, KB articles are authored, reviewed and published to empower downstream all the way to the user. * Represent the interests of Service Management in project delivery governance forums. Produce and present regular progress reporting on any projects that impact services delivery. * Identify and implement Continuous Improvement Plans. If you are an IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, ITIL) looking to join a large transformation project, then send your CV along with your availability.

Job Title: SCADA Test Analyst Location: Warwick, UK Working Model: Office based Day Rate: £382.50 (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 1-2 months About the Role We are seeking a SCADA Test Analyst to join a short-term contract assignment in Warwick. The role will involve hands-on testing across the full test life cycle, with a focus on Power Network Control Systems and associated telemetry-based products. This is a key opportunity for an experienced Test Analyst with strong knowledge of Real Time operations and control systems to contribute to business-critical testing activities. Responsibilities Deliver high-quality test assurance across all phases of the test life cycle. Test Real Time operations for Power Network Control Systems, including telemetry-based products, communications protocols (IEC101), alarm management, network monitoring and forecasting, display (mimics), workflow management, and historian systems. Apply strong business process-based test experience, ensuring complex business processes are clearly understood, followed, and explained. Design and develop test assets, including user stories, test scenarios, and JIRA reports (JQL etc.). Produce clear and concise documentation, including test plans, reports, and defect logs. Use MS Office and Excel effectively for reporting and analysis. Candidate Profile Essential skills and experience: Strong background in Test Quality Assurance. Experience with Real Time Power Network Control Systems and related technologies. In-depth understanding of telemetry-based products and communications protocols (IEC101). Strong business process-based test experience. Proven ability to design, develop, and document test cases and scenarios. Hands-on experience using JIRA and MS Office/Excel. Desirable skills and experience: Further expertise in SCADA systems, alarm management, forecasting tools, workflow management, and historian systems. Strong end-to-end testing knowledge and ability to work independently within time-critical projects.

Optimisation Functional SME Start: ASAP Duration: 6-12 months Location: Wokingham (3-days on site) Pay: Inside IR35, up to £425/day We are seeking a technically skilled Optimisation & Algorithm Test Engineer to join a high-impact programme within the Electricity System Operator's Balancing Transformation initiative. This pivotal role supports the development and quality assurance of a modern dispatch optimisation algorithm, working closely with Business Analysts, QA professionals, and Developers to ensure accurate and efficient algorithm functionality. Key Responsibilities - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the Dispatch Algorithm development and testing. - Contribute to the Quality Assurance of optimisation components within the broader Balancing Transformation Programme. - Review and validate algorithmic test scenarios with business and technical teams. - Perform exploratory testing and identify defects or irregularities in algorithm performance. - Assist in developing tools and automating testing processes for optimisation algorithms. - Work closely with developers and data scientists to refine algorithm outputs and ensure reliability. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven experience in solving optimisation problems using a variety of mathematical and computational techniques. - Familiarity with mathematical programming solvers such as Gurobi for LP, QP, and MIP (MILP, MIQP, MIQCP) problems. - Strong programming skills in Python and relevant libraries for optimisation and data analysis. - Solid understanding of data collection, pre-processing, and exploratory data analysis techniques. - Experience building and deploying custom data models and algorithms to solve real-world problems. - Experience working with large datasets and drawing actionable insights. - Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders and technical teams. - Experience in QA or software testing environments, ideally within algorithmic or mathematical software contexts.