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About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference - and we're now scaling that expertise into large, high-stakes AI adoption programmes across the public sector. Overview We're looking for a Lead AI Engineer to be the hands-on technical builder at the core of a large-scale AI Operating Model programme for a central government department. Where the Lead Technical Architect sets direction, you turn it into working, production-grade systems - semantic search, RAG pipelines, and broader generative AI capability - integrated into complex Legacy and multi-cloud environments handling high-volume, sensitive public sector data. You'll work inside a collaborative "Rainbow Team" alongside civil servants and the wider delivery team, staying close to the code while also mentoring engineers and helping build the internal capability the department needs to eventually run these systems without long-term reliance on external suppliers. Key Responsibilities Hands-On Build & Delivery Design, build, and ship production AI components - RAG pipelines, retrieval and embedding infrastructure, orchestration logic, and integration layers - writing high-quality, tested, maintainable code and staying close to implementation rather than delegating it away. Technical Leadership Within the Squad Lead the engineering practice within your delivery team: set coding standards, review designs and pull requests, unblock technically complex problems, and mentor other engineers day to day. Responsible AI in Practice Implement the guardrails the Architect designs - bias mitigation checks, evaluation harnesses, human-in-the-loop review points - so that Responsible AI principles (ATRS alignment, NCSC "Secure by Design, " meaningful human control) are enforced in the running system, not just on paper. Reliability, Security & Observability Build AI services to be secure-by-default and observable in production: logging, monitoring, alerting, and rollback paths appropriate for sensitive public-sector data and high-availability requirements. Knowledge Transfer & Capability Uplift Work within the OKUA (Ownership, Knowledge, Understanding, Awareness) framework and "Docs-as-Code" practices to pair with and upskill internal government engineers, so capability genuinely transfers rather than staying locked in the consultancy team. Efficient, Sustainable Engineering Favour low-modality, resource-efficient designs where they meet the need - right-sizing models and infrastructure rather than defaulting to the largest/most expensive option - in line with the programme's Green AI and Net Zero commitments. Required Skills & Experience Loosely mapped to the Government Digital and Data (DDaT) framework, at Lead Engineer level: - Coding and Scripting (Expert) - writing production-grade, well-tested code; setting standards for others; comfortable owning components end-to-end. - Systems Design (Practitioner) - designing components that integrate cleanly into a wider, architect-defined system; understanding trade-offs across the stack. - Data Engineering (Practitioner) - building reliable pipelines to ingest, clean, and prepare data (including unstructured/Legacy sources) for AI consumption. - DevOps/Continuous Delivery (Practitioner) - CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated deployment for AI workloads specifically (not just conventional web services). - Testing & Evaluation (Practitioner) - beyond conventional unit/integration testing, building evaluation harnesses for AI system quality: retrieval accuracy, hallucination rate, bias/fairness checks. - Problem Solving (Practitioner) - diagnosing and resolving complex, ambiguous technical issues under production pressure. - Agile Working (Practitioner) - delivering iteratively within a blended, multidisciplinary team including civil servants. Given the scale of this programme, direct hands-on depth across the AI engineering stack is essential: - Strong general-purpose programming (most commonly Python) applied to AI/ML systems - Semantic search, vector/embedding infrastructure, and RAG pipeline construction - LLM orchestration and agentic frameworks (eg LangChain/LlamaIndex-style tooling, multi-agent patterns) - Prompt engineering and systematic evaluation/guardrail tooling (hallucination detection, safety testing) - LLMOps/MLOps - model versioning, deployment, monitoring, and rollback for AI services in production - Cloud-native engineering across major providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including their AI/ML tooling - Containerisation and infrastructure-as-code for repeatable, auditable deployments - Secure-by-design engineering appropriate to sensitive public-sector data Desirable Experience - AWS/Azure/GCP certifications (associate or professional level) - Prior delivery of AI or digital services within UK central government or wider public sector - Experience fine-tuning or adapting open-source/foundation models for a specific domain - Open-source contributions or active engagement in AI/ML engineering communities - Experience designing for sustainability/Green IT commitments - The technological capabilities can span a wide range of AI and automation tools, including Virtual Assistants, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Frontier LLMs, and Predictive AI. A strong candidate would have experience/exposure to nuances of these tools/technologies. Location and Working Pattern Hybrid, based from Newcastle upon Tyne, with on-site attendance required for workshops, knowledge-transfer sessions, and onboarding. All production system and data access must be performed solely from within the UK. How We Work Our values: - Collaboration - we are stronger as a team than as individuals; we tackle problems and celebrate wins together. - Create Value Early - we find the quickest route from idea to product, because our clients rely on us to do what's best. - Integrity - teamwork requires trust; we can always be relied upon to uphold the highest standards. - Commitment - no matter what, no matter how, we give our 100% to keeping our promises and achieving our goals. - Diversity and Inclusion - we believe diversity drives innovation and better outcomes, and we're committed to an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all. How to Apply Please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. This role requires BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance - please flag in your application if you already hold clearance.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. Overview We're looking for an AI Engineer to build the application-level AI capability inside a large-scale AI adoption programme for a central government department. Where the Machine Learning Engineer trains models and the MLOps Engineer runs the platform, you sit closest to the end product: turning LLMs, retrieval systems, and agentic workflows into working, usable features that integrate with the department's existing services. You'll work inside a collaborative "Rainbow Team" alongside civil servants, implementing the guardrails and standards set by the Lead AI Engineer and Lead Technical Architect. Key Responsibilities Build & Integrate Implement RAG pipelines, prompt templates, and agentic workflows, and wire them into application logic that connects with the department's Legacy and multi-cloud systems. Prompt Engineering & Evaluation Design, test, and iterate on prompts and retrieval strategies; run structured evaluations to track answer quality, retrieval accuracy, and hallucination rate over time. Responsible AI in Practice Implement the specific guardrails and human-in-the-loop checkpoints defined by the leads - this is an execution role, not a policy-setting one. Documentation & Handover Contribute to "Docs-as-Code" artifacts supporting the OKUA knowledge-transfer framework, so the features you build can be understood and maintained by internal government engineers. Required Skills & Experience Practical experience building applications using LLMs or other foundation models, via API or self-hosted Experience with RAG architectures, vector databases, and embedding-based retrieval Solid general-purpose programming (commonly Python) and API design/integration skills Prompt engineering with a systematic, evaluation-driven approach rather than trial and error Familiarity with agentic/orchestration frameworks and multi-step AI workflows Comfortable working within secure, regulated environments and handling sensitive data appropriately Desirable Experience Experience delivering digital services within UK central government or the wider public sector Familiarity with GOV.UK Service Standard expectations Exposure to open-source LLM tooling or communities Familiarity with AI/ML tooling on AWS, Azure, or GCP Location and Working Pattern Hybrid, based from Newcastle upon Tyne, with on-site attendance required for workshops, knowledge-transfer sessions, and onboarding. All production system and data access must be performed solely from within the UK. How We Work Our values: Collaboration, Create Value Early, Integrity, Commitment, and Diversity & Inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment. How to Apply Please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. This role requires BPSS clearance - please flag in your application if you already hold clearance.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery,and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter. Overview We are looking for a Scala Software Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality microservices and Back End systems using Scala and the Play Framework . You will help UK government clients solve complex problems and deliver tangible value for citizens and the public sector. Working as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, you will deliver user-centred digital services that meet strict Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and WCAG accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured, highly governed environments where security, high performance, accessibility, and architectural reliability are critical to service success. Key responsibilities Build and ship high-performance software components that meet user needs end-to-end. Write clean, secure, and well-tested code in Scala , adhering to functional programming principles and modern development standards. Operate, maintain, and scale the services you build identifying, triaging, and resolving production issues. Follow and help improve internal engineering best-practice guidelines. Coach apprentices and junior developers, contributing actively to Scrumconnect's engineering community. Conduct thorough peer code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions within your team. Collaborate closely with product owners, interaction designers, and user researchers to shape what gets built. Required skills & experience You'll be working with: Scala , Play Framework , MongoDB, AWS, Kubernetes (EKS), Terraform, GitHub Actions, Splunk, Grafana. We're looking for: Strong commercial experience designing, building, and operating production software systems using Scala and the Play Framework. Confidence with modern development practices (Test-Driven Development using ScalaTest/Specs2, continuous integration/continuous deployment, and automated testing). Solid understanding of information security principles and secure-by-default engineering. Experience with systems design, RESTful API development, and microservices integration in complex environments. Comfort supporting services in production including on-call participation, incident response, and setting up observability tools. A user-focused mindset and experience collaborating closely with designers and product colleagues. Experience working in agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban). Experience working on high-volume transactional digital services (or strong evidence you can ramp quickly in a fast-paced environment). Experience delivering digital services within UK central government or the wider public sector. Desirable experience Experience working with regulated public-sector, GDS, or financial-services environments. Open-source contributions to government engineering ecosystems. Active community-of-practice contribution (technical talks, blog posts, or internal Scala mentoring). Location and working pattern Working Pattern: Hybrid working Location: Newcastle Duration: 6 months How we work It is our mission to make digital easy - through intelligent systems that predict needs, automate complexity and drive measurable value for the citizens and organisations we serve. Our values: - Collaboration - We are stronger as a team than as individuals. We tackle problems and celebrate wins together. - Create Value Early - We find the quickest route from idea to product because customers rely on us to do what's best. - Integrity - Teamwork requires trust. We can always be relied upon to uphold the highest standards. - Commitment - No matter what, no matter how, we will always give our 100% to keeping our promises and achieving our goals. Diversity and Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning UK public sector digital consultancy, positively influencing the lives of over forty million UK citizens. We bring deep expertise in agile delivery, digital transformation, and platform engineering across central government. With a team of over one hundred and twenty-five professionals - more than forty percent of whom are women - we are committed to building inclusive, diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve Role summary Performance Analysts deliver performance analysis that help services to meet the Government's Digital by Default Service Standard. They are responsible for delivering high-quality analysis of departmental web analytics and other data in relation to digital services. The key purpose of this role is to deliver accurate and efficient performance reporting and analytical insight for the digital services that they work with. They ensure the business understands how people are using our digital service(s) and will focus on undertaking analysis that will drive customer-centric innovations and investments to improve the user experience. Performance Analyst Working within, and contributing to, the overall user centred design of a digital product, as part of multi-functional Agile delivery teams focused on one or more products, Performance Analysts should have the following essential skills: Ability to take a lead role in the development of the performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the service and build dashboards and provide in depth reports to communicate key metrics. Able to track/measure customer behaviour and use data to inform iterative service changes. Follow a process of continual iteration and measurement to monitor, iterate and improve. Strong communication skills, able to identify and communicate service performance, actionable stories and business insights from the data to stakeholders and the team, to inform user-centric design decisions. Skilled in analysing data from web analytics tooling such as Google Analytics. Validate/assure the implementation of web analytics. Identify additional data sources that can be used to measure performance. Typical Performance Analyst Experience required includes: Experience in Agile. Working closely with User Researchers, Content Designers, Interaction Designers, Business Analysts, Developers, Product Owners, Delivery Managers, and others in Agile teams, to ensure the team have access to the best evidence possible and are using it in designing and optimising the service. Experience of building team capability through role modelling, mentoring, and coaching. Ability to manage relationships with non-technical colleagues and work in a collaborative, inclusive way. Interpre t A/B and multivariate testing to enable the effects o f changes to the service to be tested and to support iterative improvements. Be an expert in digital performance analysis and the configuration and deployment of digital analytics solutions, such as Google analytics. Influence teams to ensure trials and iterations are designed so that reliable and trustworthy evidence will be produced, and ensure findings are robust (eg tested for statistical significance before they are delivered). Work with agile teams to make sure their service meets the performance requirements in relation to analytics set out in the Digital by Default Service Standard. Proficient in SQL. Diversity and Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to build innovative digital services that truly make a difference. Overview: We are seeking a seasoned Data Lead to define and deliver a comprehensive data strategy for large-scale, citizen-facing services used by millions. This role involves assessing current data capabilities, defining a future vision, and architecting a roadmap to achieve it-while building and leading the team required to deliver. Key Responsibilities: Data Strategy & Governance Lead the end-to-end data strategy across services Assess current ( as-is ) and future ( to-be ) states of data platforms and pipelines Develop a short- to medium-term strategic roadmap aligned with broader organisational and government data strategies Define and implement policies, standards, and governance frameworks for secure and scalable data services Technical Leadership & Architecture Select and evolve data engineering tools, frameworks, and methodologies Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and technical strategies Lead delivery of complex data engineering initiatives across multiple systems Design solutions balancing functional and non-functional requirements Team Design & Delivery Define optimal team structure, including roles, skills, and capacity Build and lead multidisciplinary data teams (engineers, analysts, data scientists) Mentor and guide team members to ensure high-quality delivery Oversee implementation of data platforms, pipelines, and analytical models Standards, Compliance & Quality Ensure adherence to data governance, security, and compliance standards Embed data quality, lineage, and protection practices across systems Contribute to enterprise-wide data policies and regulatory compliance Required Experience & Skills: 10+ years of experience in data engineering, data science, or analytics Proven experience defining and executing data strategies in complex organisations Strong expertise in cloud-based data platforms (AWS preferred) Experience with modern ETL/ELT tools and data pipeline frameworks Solid understanding of data modelling, warehousing, and transformation best practices Experience across the data science/ML life cycle from prototype to production Experience working in public sector or regulated environments, with knowledge of GDPR and related standards Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including engaging senior stakeholders Proven leadership, mentoring, and team-building capabilities Tech Stack: Google Analytics Google BigQuery Looker Studio Google Tag Manager Desirable Experience: Experience in public sector or citizen services (eg, benefits systems) Exposure to government frameworks or large-scale transformation programmes Security clearance (BPSS, SC, or DV) or willingness to obtain Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect delivers innovative digital solutions that help organisations modernise services, improve user experiences, and accelerate transformation through agile delivery and engineering excellence. Role Overview We are seeking Software Engineers and Senior Software Engineers to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an agile environment. Senior Software Engineers will also provide technical leadership, guide engineering standards, and support architecture and design decisions across programmes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain software applications and services. Build and integrate secure APIs and Back End services. Participate in solution design and technical discussions. Support testing, deployment and operational activities. Follow secure software development and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience (Must Have) Java Spring Boot Kafka MongoDB API development and integration Basic understanding of Docker images and containers Unit Testing/TDD Gherkin-style BDD testing, preferably using Cucumber CI/CD experience (GitLab, Jenkins or GitHub Actions) Agile delivery experience (Scrum/Kanban) Desirable Skills AWS services (SQS, S3, SNS and/or KMS) GitLab CI/CD Gatling or K6 load testing Kubernetes or Amazon ECS Senior-Level Experience Experience designing large-scale software solutions Strong understanding of system architecture and data modelling Experience working with high-volume production systems Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead technical initiatives Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 & 5 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Diversity & Inclusion Scrumconnect is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and communities, and we are dedicated to building diverse teams that reflect the people and organisations we serve.

About Scrumconnect Consulting: Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter Overview Judicial Transcribe is an AI-enabled platform designed to deliver automated transcription and AI-assisted processing of judicial audio recordings. The service is already deployed at scale and is now entering the next phase of operational maturity. The current focus is to stabilise the live service, strengthen engineering resilience, and extend capabilities including transcription from uploaded audio files, anonymisation/redaction, and AI-driven summarisation. The programme also acts as a testbed for evolving AI engineering practices, helping to establish reusable patterns for future AI-enabled products and services. To support this phase, the team is seeking two experienced AI Engineers for an initial six-month engagement. Role Focus The AI Engineer will focus on AI capability development and production maturity, helping to improve reliability, scalability, and engineering practices across the service. You will work closely with engineers, product teams, and delivery leads to expand core functionality while ensuring robust, secure, and well-governed AI workflows. Key Responsibilities AI Service Development Support and enhance the live Transcribe service, focusing on AI components. Design and implement transcription workflows for uploaded audio files. Develop anonymisation and redaction capabilities aligned with publication requirements. AI Integration & Capabilities Support the transcript summarisation proof of value (PoV). Enable reuse of existing summarisation capabilities through API-based integration. Work with internal API platforms to expose and consume AI capabilities. AI Engineering Practices Strengthen AI pipeline patterns including: Extract ? Chunk ? Prompt ? Evaluate workflows Integrate evaluation mechanisms and Responsible AI controls into AI features. Contribute to the safe and structured use of AI coding assistants within the development life cycle. DevSecOps & Operational Maturity Improve AI-specific CI/CD practices, testing frameworks, and deployment processes. Enhance observability, monitoring, and production readiness for AI services. Support improvements in system resilience and operational stability. Knowledge Sharing & Engineering Resilience Reduce single-point-of-failure risks by documenting systems and sharing knowledge. Contribute to engineering standards, documentation, and operational playbooks. Expected Outcomes During the six-month engagement the team aims to deliver: Stable and sustainable live support capability for the Transcribe platform. Delivery of audio file transcription capability Delivery or controlled rollout of anonymisation/redaction features. Clear integration Pathway for transcript summarisation services via API. Improved deployment confidence and release cadence. Reduced dependency on individual engineers through improved documentation and shared knowledge. Strengthened AI engineering practices and operational maturity across the service Required Skills & Experience Core Technical Skills Strong experience building AI-enabled applications in production environments. Experience with speech-to-text/transcription pipelines or similar AI workloads. Hands-on experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, and evaluation workflows. Experience designing AI pipelines and data processing workflows  Engineering & DevOps Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices Knowledge of API integration and microservice architectures Experience implementing observability and monitoring for AI systems

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference; and we're now scaling that expertise into large, high-stakes AI adoption programmes across the public sector. Overview We're looking for a Lead Technical Architect (AI) to act as the technical authority for a full-scale AI Operating Model and Responsible AI Governance Framework at a central government department. This is a large, high-visibility AI adoption and scale-up programme covering systems and services handling high-volume, sensitive public sector data. You'll work as part of a collaborative "Rainbow Team" alongside civil servants, with a mission that goes beyond delivery: build sustainable internal capability so the department can eventually operate and govern its own AI capability without long-term reliance on external suppliers. Key Responsibilities Architectural Leadership & Integration Design and implement enterprise-grade AI platforms - including semantic search, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and broader generative AI/agentic capabilities - integrating cleanly with the department's complex Legacy and multi-cloud environments. Responsible AI Governance Embed end-to-end responsible AI controls across the full life cycle: alignment with the Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard (ATRS), NCSC "Secure by Design" principles, and active mitigation of algorithmic bias. Ensure every system operates as a decision-support tool that enforces meaningful human control. Risk & Value Management Navigate trade-offs between value, risk, pace, and quality using HM Treasury Orange Book and Technology-Organisation-Environment (ToE) frameworks. Identify and resolve systemic risks via Joint Risk Registers. Zero-Dependency Handover & Capability Uplift Co-deliver within blended agile teams. Drive knowledge transfer using the OKUA (Ownership, Knowledge, Understanding, Awareness) framework and "Docs-as-Code" practices so internal staff can independently operate and govern AI capability long after the engagement ends. Environmental Sustainability (Green AI) Design low-modality, energy-efficient AI architectures aligned with "Circularity Performance Requirements" (Buy Better, Use Better, Use Longer), supporting Net Zero 2030/2040 commitments. Required Skills & Experience Mapped to the Government Digital and Data (DDaT) framework: Technical Design Throughout the Life Cycle (Expert) : technical designs for high-risk, high-impact, high-complexity systems; leading others toward organisational objectives; refining standards from feedback. Architecture Communication (Expert): communicating complex or contentious architecture to technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels; mediating difficult discussions; securing executive buy-in. Making Architectural Decisions (Practitioner): medium-to-high-risk design decisions spanning multiple domains; active contribution to architectural governance and assurance boards. Architect for the Whole Context (Practitioner): tracking emerging AI and technology trends; influencing colleagues across the organisation to solve or mitigate problems. Strategy Design (Practitioner): defining architectural principles, AI patterns, and strategic vision aligned to wider government objectives; building implementation roadmaps. Community Collaboration (Practitioner): proactive networking, resolving team-dynamics issues, using Agile health checks to strengthen the multidisciplinary delivery team. Alongside the DDaT competencies, given the scale of this programme, hands-on depth across the modern AI engineering stack is essential, not just RAG in isolation: Semantic search, vector/embedding infrastructure, and retrieval architecture design LLM orchestration and agentic frameworks (eg LangChain/LlamaIndex-style tooling, multi-agent patterns) LLM evaluation, guardrails, and red-teaming tooling (hallucination detection, safety/bias testing) LLMOps/MLOps: model versioning, deployment pipelines, monitoring, and rollback for AI services in production Fine-tuning and parameter-efficient adaptation techniques where appropriate to use case Data engineering for AI: ingestion, cleaning, and lineage across Legacy and multi-cloud sources Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD practices adapted for AI workloads, with strong observability Secure-by-design engineering appropriate to sensitive public-sector data (identity, access control, data protection) Desirable Experience AWS/Azure/GCP architecture certifications, AI related certifications most desirable. Experience contributing to GOV.UK Service Standard Alpha or beta assessments Prior delivery of AI or digital services within UK central government or wider public sector Familiarity with ATRS submissions, HM Treasury Orange Book, or equivalent public-sector risk/assurance frameworks Open-source contributions or active engagement in engineering/AI communities Experience designing for sustainability/Green IT commitments Location and Working Pattern Hybrid, based from Newcastle upon Tyne, with on-site attendance required for workshops, knowledge-transfer sessions, and onboarding. All production systems and data access must be performed solely from within the UK. How We Work Our values: Collaboration: we are stronger as a team than as individuals; we tackle problems and celebrate wins together. Create Value Early: we find the quickest route from idea to product, because our clients rely on us to do what's best. Integrity: teamwork requires trust; we can always be relied upon to uphold the highest standards. Commitment: no matter what, no matter how, we give our 100% to keeping our promises and achieving our goals. Diversity and Inclusion: we believe diversity drives innovation and better outcomes, and we're committed to an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

Forward, as one. Join our team and deliver real innovation that improves people's lives. About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter. Overview We are looking for a Software Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality software to help UK government clients solve problems and deliver value for citizens and the public sector. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, delivering user-centred digital services that meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical to service success. Key responsibilities - Build and ship software components that meet user needs end-to-end - Write clean, secure, well-tested code that follows modern development standards - Operate the services you build - identify, triage and resolve production issues - Follow and help improve engineering best-practice guidelines - Coach apprentices and junior developers and contribute to Scrumconnect's engineering community - Conduct code reviews and contribute to architectural decisions in your team - Collaborate closely with product, design and user research to shape what gets built Required skills & experience You'll be working with: Scala, Play Framework, MongoDB, AWS, Kubernetes (EKS), Terraform, GitHub Actions, Splunk, Grafana. We're looking for: - Strong experience designing, building and operating production software systems - Confident with modern development standards (test-driven development, continuous integration/continuous deployment, code review) - Understanding of information security principles and secure-by-default engineering - Experience with systems design and integration in complex environments - Comfortable supporting services in production - on-call participation, incident response, observability - User-focused mindset and experience collaborating with designers and product colleagues - Experience working in agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban) - Experience working on high-volume transactional digital services (or strong evidence you can ramp quickly) - Experience delivering digital services within UK central government or the wider public sector Desirable experience - Experience with regulated public-sector or financial-services environments - Open-source contributions to government engineering ecosystems - Active community-of-practice contribution (talks, blog posts, internal teaching) Location and working pattern Hybrid working Location: Newcastle. Duration: 6 months. How we work It is our mission to make digital easy - through intelligent systems that predict needs, automate complexity and drive measurable value for the citizens and organisations we serve. Our values: - Collaboration - We are stronger as a team than as individuals. We tackle problems and celebrate wins together. - Create Value Early - We find the quickest route from idea to product because customers rely on us to do what's best. - Integrity - Teamwork requires trust. We can always be relied upon to uphold the highest standards. - Commitment - No matter what, no matter how, we will always give our 100% to keeping our promises and achieving our goals. Diversity and Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter. We are looking for a PostgreSQL Forensic Specialist to lead a technical assessment into reported database anomalies, determining whether sufficient evidence and technical access exist to support a defensible, in-depth investigation. This is a highly specialised role suited to someone with deep PostgreSQL internals expertise, who can work methodically through complex transactional data, reconstruct historical activity, and identify the key technical and evidential risk areas that warrant further examination. The specialist will be responsible for establishing whether sufficient evidence and technical access exist to conduct a defensible investigation into the reported anomalies. The specialist should assess and document: historical concurrency anomalies (eg, lost updates, stale writes, partial transactions) The scale, complexity, and forensic relevance of the underlying PostgreSQL data structures and transaction model. The availability and completeness of historical artefacts, including database records, WAL, logs, backups, audit data, and other sources. The feasibility of reconstructing historical transaction activity and establishing reliable timelines for the reported anomalies. The principal technical and evidential risk areas that may require deeper forensic examination during a subsequent investigation. Also, the specialist should be able to: Reconstruct transaction timelines where feasible Correlate anomalies with audit/metadata to determine business impact Catalogue distinct issue types with verifiable examples Skills: PostgreSQL Internals Expertise Required specifically: MVCC (Multi-Version Concurrency Control) Transaction semantics and Locking behaviour Advance knowledge of PostgreSQL Write-Ahead Logging. Expert or advanced experience with physical/logical PostgreSQL data structures. highly proficient with PostgreSQL Toolkit and 3rd party diagnostic tools The specialist must be experienced in: correlating evidence across multiple systems/schemas/logs investigating concurrency issues with cloud database vendors Experience with common database-access frameworks is desirable, including: JDBC; Hibernate; SQLAlchemy; equivalent PostgreSQL frameworks. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from under-represented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to build innovative digital services that truly make a difference. Role Purpose We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure Server Side services and APIs, while contributing to the adoption of Agentic AI capabilities within our engineering platform. The role sits at SFIA Level 4: the individual works under general direction, uses discretion in resolving problems, plans and monitors their own work (and may guide junior colleagues informally), and understands how their work contributes to broader team and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain Back End services and REST/GraphQL APIs using Java/Spring Boot (or equivalent modern Back End stack). Contribute to system architecture and data model design in collaboration with senior/lead engineers. Write clean, well-tested, maintainable code following TDD/BDD practices and team coding standards. Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback. Integrate Back End services with databases (relational and NoSQL), messaging/event systems, and third-party APIs. Build, extend, and operate agentic AI workflows - integrating LLM-based agents and tools into Back End systems for automation, orchestration, and decision support. Support CI/CD pipelines, containerised deployments, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) for services owned by the team. Diagnose and resolve production issues, contributing to monitoring, logging, and observability practices. Document technical designs, APIs, and agent workflows clearly for other engineers and stakeholders. Work closely with QA, DevOps, and product teams within an Agile/Scrum delivery model. Technical Skills Core Backend Languages: Java 11/17/21 (or later), with working knowledge of Kotlin/Scala a plus Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA APIs: REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI/Swagger Databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Elasticsearch Messaging/Streaming: Kafka, RabbitMQ, event-driven architecture Testing: JUnit, Mockito, TDD/BDD, Cucumber Build & CI/CD: Maven/Gradle, Git, Jenkins/GitHub Actions/GitLab CI Cloud & Containers: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, IAM) or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus Agentic AI Skills (Required/Desirable) Understanding of LLM agent architectures: reasoning loops, tool-use, planning, and memory patterns. Hands-on experience (or strong aptitude to learn) building or integrating agents using frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI, or the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Ability to design and expose Back End services as tools/functions callable by AI agents (tool schemas, function calling, structured outputs). Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG): vector databases (eg, Pinecone, Weaviate, pgvector), embeddings, and chunking strategies. Working knowledge of prompt engineering and evaluation techniques for agent reliability, safety, and cost control. Familiarity with orchestrating multi-agent workflows and human-in-the-loop approval steps for sensitive actions. Awareness of security, data-privacy, and governance considerations specific to AI agents (prompt injection risks, access scoping, audit logging). Experience integrating with LLM provider APIs (eg, Anthropic Claude API, OpenAI API) including streaming responses and tool-result handling. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience. 10-15 years' commercial Back End development experience. Proven experience delivering production-grade services in Agile/Scrum teams. Exposure to (or strong interest in) integrating AI/LLM capabilities into production systems. Good communication skills; comfortable explaining technical trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

Scrumconnect Consulting Forward, as one. Senior Business Analyst Join our team and deliver real innovation that improves people's lives. Compensation: £40,000 - £50,000 (perm) Location: Swansea Duration: Permanent Clearance: BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter. Overview We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to investigate business problems, define user and business needs and help our team shape the right solution to help UK government clients solve problems and deliver value for citizens and the public sector. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, translating policy intent and operational reality into clear, prioritised requirements. This is a hands-on analytical role operating within structured and governed environments where clarity, rigour and stakeholder confidence are critical to service success. Key responsibilities Lead large or complex business analysis projects with a good understanding of strategic arenas Lead the framing of complex problems and policy-to-product translation Take functional or people management responsibilities, or a combination of both Mentor more junior BAs and develop best practice within the team Own the main stakeholder relationships for the service or product area Manage business analysis community-of-practice activities within a business area Required skills & experience We're looking for: Strong experience eliciting and analysing user and business needs Confident with context, problem and option analysis Business modelling and process improvement experience Strong stakeholder relationship management - across policy, operations and product Comfortable communicating between technical and non-technical audiences Agile and Lean practices in production environments Experience delivering digital services within UK central government or the wider public sector Desirable experience BCS Business Analysis certification (or equivalent) Experience translating policy intent into product requirements Process-mapping at scale (BPMN, journey mapping) Experience with regulated, security-conscious or high-assurance environments Location and working pattern Hybrid working, with on-site presence typically 3 days per week. Location: Swansea. Duration: Permanent. How we work It is our mission to make digital easy - through intelligent systems that predict needs, automate complexity and drive measurable value for the citizens and organisations we serve. Our values: Collaboration We are stronger as a team than as individuals. We tackle problems and celebrate wins together. Create Value Early We find the quickest route from idea to product because customers rely on us to do what's best. Integrity Teamwork requires trust. We can always be relied upon to uphold the highest standards. Commitment No matter what, no matter how, we will always give our 100% to keeping our promises and achieving our goals. Diversity and Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all. How to apply Please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. This role requires BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) - please flag in your application if you already hold clearance.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning UK public sector digital consultancy, positively influencing the lives of over forty million UK citizens. We bring deep expertise in agile delivery, digital transformation, and platform engineering across central government. With a team of over one hundred and twenty-five professionals - more than forty percent of whom are women - we are committed to building inclusive, diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Role Overview A senior hands-on development role within a fast-paced digital delivery programme, specialising in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. You will build, configure, and extend D365 solutions while working closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and multidisciplinary delivery teams to deliver high-quality digital services. As a SFIA Level 4 Senior D365 Developer, you will take ownership of development tasks across the Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform ecosystem - with a particular focus on Power Pages and Azure DevOps - while working autonomously and supporting less experienced colleagues where required. This role requires strong technical capability combined with excellent communication skills. You will be expected to translate technical concepts into clear business language, proactively manage delivery activities, and raise risks or blockers early to ensure smooth programme delivery. Contract Details Day Rate: £400 - £450 Engagement: Inside IR35 SFIA Level: Level 4 Start Date: August 2026 End Date: 17 November 2026 Contract Duration: Approximately 5.5 months The successful candidate must be available to start in June 2026 and commit to the full contract duration. Key Responsibilities D365 & Power Platform Development Design, build, configure, and extend Dynamics 365 solutions and Power Platform components Develop and maintain Power Pages solutions and external-facing portals Deliver scalable and maintainable solutions aligned to business and user requirements Azure DevOps & Agile Delivery Manage tickets, user stories, and delivery tasks through Azure DevOps boards Support sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, and retrospectives Maintain accurate work item updates and delivery progress Stakeholder Communication Translate technical concepts into clear, accessible language for business stakeholders Provide proactive updates on delivery progress, dependencies, risks, and blockers Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary delivery teams Technical Leadership Work autonomously at SFIA Level 4 Influence technical direction and contribute to engineering best practice Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate Risk & Issue Management Proactively identify and escalate risks, issues, and blockers Contribute to continuous improvement and transparent delivery practices Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 development and configuration Experience designing and developing solutions using Power Pages Strong knowledge of Power Platform, including: Power Apps Power Automate Dataverse Experience using Azure DevOps for: Board and ticket management Pipeline configuration Agile delivery support Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery teams Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Active SC clearance at the point of application Desirable Skills Microsoft Certified: Power Platform or Dynamics 365 certifications Experience delivering public sector or government digital programmes Knowledge of GDS standards and accessibility requirements Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps Familiarity with JSON, JavaScript, or C# within D365/Power Platform environments Technology Stack Microsoft Dynamics 365 Power Pages Power Apps Power Automate Dataverse Azure DevOps Azure Cloud CI/CD Pipelines SFIA Level 4 Expectations At this level, you will be expected to: Work with minimal supervision Own and manage delivery workstreams Influence technical decisions and delivery direction Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Proactively manage risks and dependencies Support and mentor junior colleagues Maintain accountability for delivery quality Ways of Working Agile Mindset Comfortable working within Agile delivery environments with evolving requirements and rapid iteration cycles. Proactive Delivery Ownership Able to manage workload independently, provide regular updates, and raise blockers without needing to be prompted. Strong Communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to business stakeholders. Stakeholder Engagement Confident building trusted relationships across multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We actively welcome applications from women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, those returning after a career break, and anyone underrepresented in senior D365 and Power Platform engineering roles. Scrumconnect Consulting is a Disability Confident Level 1 employer and is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you do not meet every requirement listed but feel strongly that this role matches your experience, we encourage you to apply. Strong D365 fundamentals and a proactive delivery mindset matter as much as any individual technology.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering innovative solutions across the UK public sector. We specialise in Agile delivery, digital services, cloud transformation, data, and user-centred design, helping organisations build scalable and impactful digital products and platforms. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Data Analyst to support the design and development of reporting dashboards and analytics for CAF and risk reporting tools within a major digital transformation programme. The Role This role is suited to a senior-level analytical professional with strong experience in reporting, dashboard development, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making across complex enterprise environments. The successful candidate will lead analytical workstreams, develop meaningful reporting solutions, and provide strategic insights to support programme and operational outcomes. Role Responsibilities Lead the design and development of reporting dashboards and analytics solutions for CAF and risk reporting tools Develop advanced interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI Analyse and interpret data from PostgreSQL databases, Databricks platforms, and Python/Django applications within Azure environments Lead the creation of statistical insights, reporting outputs, and analytical recommendations for stakeholders Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and business objectives Present complex data insights clearly to improve understanding, trust, and decision-making Plan and define analytical data models using appropriate data sources and methodologies Support and oversee implementation of data models using suitable tools and systems Drive continuous improvement across reporting, analytics, and data processes Support Agile delivery practices and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience developing enterprise-level dashboards and analytics solutions using Power BI Strong experience working with PostgreSQL databases Experience using Databricks analytics platforms Experience working with Python and Django applications Experience working within Microsoft Azure cloud environments Strong analytical, reporting, and statistical analysis capabilities Experience designing and implementing analytical data models Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to present complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences Good understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and practices Mandatory Requirements Previous Public Sector experience is mandatory Active SC Clearance is mandatory Ability to travel to Staines or Newcastle once a week Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone is empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, respect, and collaboration.

About Scrumconnect Consulting: Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter Role Overview: We're seeking a Azure DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for cloud technologies. You'll be instrumental in automating, optimizing, and securing our Azure environments, driving efficiency, and innovation across our projects. Responsibilities: Lead Azure infrastructure projects, ensuring best practices in CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and security. Collaborate with development teams to implement scalable and secure cloud solutions. Drive the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within Azure, enhancing automation and consistency. Mentor junior DevOps team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Stay abreast of the latest Azure services and features, evaluating their potential impact on our projects. Ensure system reliability and performance, troubleshooting, and resolving issues proactively. Qualifications: Proven track record as an Azure DevOps Engineer, with extensive experience in Azure services. Strong background in CI/CD tooling, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and IaC (Terraform, ARM templates). Azure certifications (eg, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) highly preferred. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead projects and teams effectively. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and a commitment to best practices in DevOps. Outstanding communication skills, capable of working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. What We Offer: A key role in a consultancy at the forefront of public sector digital innovation. Opportunities for professional growth, with access to training and certifications. Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting our commitment to our team's well-being and development. A collaborative, inclusive work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Application Process: Interested in shaping the future of digital public services? Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter detailing your Azure DevOps experience and what motivates you to join Scrumconnect Consulting. At Scrumconnect Consulting, we embrace diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Join us, and let's innovate together.

Role Overview We are seeking an accomplished Lead Data Engineer (SFIA Level 5) to provide technical leadership, direction, and strategy across complex data engineering initiatives. This role involves leading teams to deliver resilient, scalable, and standards-driven data solutions, while engaging with senior stakeholders to translate requirements into robust data products and services. The Lead Data Engineer will be responsible for setting engineering standards, embedding best practices, and ensuring delivery aligns with strategic principles. The role also carries line management responsibilities, helping to build capability within the engineering community. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership and set the direction for engineering teams and communities, ensuring delivery adheres to data standards and strategic principles. Engage with senior stakeholders to define requirements for complex and sensitive data products, pipelines, and platforms. Oversee delivery and user testing of requirements across teams. Lead the redevelopment of existing data journeys, enhancing performance, resilience, and scalability, while adapting to evolving systems, tools, and platforms. Translate user requirements and data designs into effective, reusable, and standards-compliant data solutions. Define, deliver, and embed engineering standards across multiple platforms, keeping them updated and ensuring adherence across teams. Champion data validation methods and standards to ensure data quality from source to consumption. Standardise code, product, and service quality across engineering teams by implementing best practices and governance. Design and promote reusable metadata libraries and cross-business standards in collaboration with other technical disciplines. Partner with Lead Data Engineers, Data Architects, and Technologists to design and develop innovative solutions. Continually improve data engineering, automation, and scaling capabilities. Provide leadership and mentoring, helping to develop the skills and capabilities of the Data Engineer community. Carry out line management responsibilities, supporting the growth and development of Data Engineers. Ensure alignment and collaboration with teams across Digital Group, Data & Analytics, and Data Practice for consistency and scalability. Skills & Experience Required Practitioner Level: Proven ability to lead development and delivery of complex data pipelines using big data technologies (Apache Kafka, Spark, or similar) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). Technical leadership experience, setting team direction and ensuring adherence to data standards and strategic principles. Strong programming/coding expertise across Python, SQL, Proc SQL, and cloud technologies (Azure stack, AWS). Experience in designing and executing data/code quality assurance processes, troubleshooting, and resolving processing issues. Ability to apply standards and tools to design, code, test, correct, and document programs/scripts from agreed specifications. Knowledge of data modelling, with experience leading strategies for delivery to wider communities. Expert Level: Proven track record leading the development of ETL pipelines for large, complex, or high-volume datasets, with effective delegation and oversight. Advanced knowledge of data engineering standards, with the ability to establish, maintain, and enforce them across teams.

Job Description About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading force in technology consultancy, proudly contributing to over 20% of the UK's most significant citizen-facing public services. Our award-winning team has made a substantial impact, delivering more than 64 services in the past two years alone. This work has not only reached over 50 million citizens but also achieved considerable savings for the taxpayer, amounting to over £25 million. At Scrumconnect, we foster a community of talented consultants who thrive on collaboration, sharing knowledge, and continuous learning to address and solve complex challenges. Our mission is to combine advanced software engineering, human-focused design, and data-driven insights to deliver unparalleled service to our clients. Role Overview We are seeking a skilled Data Analyst (SFIA Level 3) with a strong foundation in Python and/or SQL to join our consulting team. This role involves working in multidisciplinary teams to prepare, analyse, and visualise data to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will have experience in ensuring data quality, linking datasets, and presenting insights in an accessible and meaningful way for stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Data Preparation and Linkage Ensure new and existing data models and pipelines are reusable and reproducible. Identify, investigate, and resolve data quality issues. Prepare, clean, and transform data to ensure it is fit for purpose. Data Analysis and Synthesis Undertake data profiling and source system analysis. Present insights clearly and concisely to colleagues, supporting effective use of data. Data Visualisation Select and apply appropriate data visualisation techniques to tell focused, goal-driven stories. Develop inclusive and accessible visualisations that cater to diverse user needs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure visualisations meet information requirements. Making Effective Decisions Understand personal level of responsibility and empower others to make decisions where appropriate. Analyse and apply a range of credible information sources to support decision-making. Engage with stakeholders to consider the impact of decisions on end users. Skills & Experience Required Working knowledge of Python and/or SQL. Experience with data preparation, cleansing, and quality resolution. Strong analytical skills and experience in data profiling. Ability to present insights clearly through effective visualisations. Experience working in multidisciplinary teams. Understanding of SFIA Level 3 competencies. Must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance.

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading force in technology consultancy, proudly contributing to over 20% of the UK's most significant citizen-facing public services. Our award-winning team has made a substantial impact, delivering more than 64 services in the past two years alone. This work has not only reached over 50 million citizens but also achieved considerable savings for the taxpayer, amounting to over £25 million. At Scrumconnect, we foster a community of talented consultants who thrive on collaboration, sharing knowledge, and continuous learning to address and solve complex challenges. Our mission is to combine advanced software engineering, human-focused design, and data-driven insights to deliver unparalleled service to our clients. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimise data products and a Strategic Data Platform. You will be part of multi-functional Agile delivery teams, ensuring operational stability, ongoing support, and enhancement of scalable data solutions. The role requires strong technical expertise in Azure data tools, SQL, Python, and modern engineering practices, with a focus on migration, data governance, and advanced analytics capabilities. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain data solutions using Azure Data Factory and Azure Synapse. Manage the end-to-end data development life cycle within Agile delivery teams. Integrate and automate workflows into Azure DevOps pipelines. Create and maintain dimension data models and semantic models for Power BI integration. Develop advanced dashboards, visualisations, and reporting solutions using Power BI. Implement data governance, quality checks, and profiling to ensure accuracy and compliance. Lead the migration of Legacy data capabilities to modern Azure-based platforms. Apply dbt with SQL databases for data transformation, modelling, and workflow optimisation. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. Coach and mentor team members, fostering best practices in data engineering. Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance (mandatory at application stage). Proven expertise in: Azure Data Factory & Azure Synapse Azure DevOps & Microsoft Azure ecosystem Power BI (including semantic models) Python (incl. PySpark) and advanced SQL dbt with SQL DBs (data transformation & modelling) Dimension data modelling Terraform for infrastructure-as-code deployments Strong experience with both structured and unstructured data. Delivery track record in Agile environments. Business analysis skills to capture and translate service needs into technical solutions. Proven success in Legacy migration projects within complex organisations. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. Desirable  Azure certifications (Data Engineer, Data Scientist, or related). Knowledge of GDPR compliance, data security, and governance best practices.