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AWS DevOps Engineer & SRE 6 Month intitial contract Fully Remote 500- 550 OutsideIR35 to join our clients new team that will deploy and maintain our established cross-domain system for a customer. The system uses an AMQP event-driven microservices architecture and extensively utilises Docker container services. The team will use monitoring tools to verify that all components are meeting SLA/SLO requirements. Experience with infrastructure automation (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible) and cloud platforms (AWS) Strong background in containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) Knowledge of event-driven architectures and messaging systems (RabbitMQ / AMQP) Proficiency in software development (Java, Go, Python) with a focus on well-tested code Understanding of network security, cross-domain architectures, and managed service environments Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, InfluxDB) AWS DevOps Engineer & SRE 6 Month intitial contract Fully Remote 500- 550 OutsideIR35 We are looking for SC Cleared or Eligible candidates for this role.

SC Cleared AWS Technical Architect Public Sector Rate: 600 Inside IR35 Start Date: Mid June 2026 Length: 6 month+ contract Working Patterns: Fully-remote We're currently looking for an experienced Technical Architect with Active SC Clearance to join a UK Government/Public Sector client on a long-term contract. Key Details: You'll be working within a large-scale public sector environment, helping to design and shape modern, scalable architectures that support critical government services. Experience Cloud & architecture expertise - strong AWS architecture experience, including event-driven systems (e.g. Kafka) and RESTful API design. Data & public sector experience - experience with document-based databases (e.g. MongoDB) and a solid understanding of public sector governance and assurance processes. Strong technical architecture background - experience designing secure, scalable systems using modern technologies (cloud, open source, and languages like Java, Python, JavaScript or Ruby). Leadership & communication skills - able to guide teams, influence stakeholders, and clearly communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences. Agile & strategic mindset - experience working in agile/devops environments, making architectural decisions, and contributing to technical strategy, standards, and best practices. Please apply now and reach out to Adam Akhtar at Opus Recruitment for futher information.

I'm on the lookout for a contract Project Manager for an inital 6 month contract to work on a number of Infrastructure Delivery projects. The role will involve 2 days per week on-site in Exeter, with the rest remote. We're ideally looking for a Project Manager who has experience of managing the replacement of VPNs or the implementation of Azure Virtual Desktop. Skills required: Project Management - min 5 years experience of leading multiple projects concurrently Azure enviornments PM methodology expertise around Waterfall VPN replacement If the above is of interest, please reach out with your latest CV.

Azure Site Reliability Engineer 500- 550 OutsideIR35 6 Month initial (project spanned until August 2027) 2 Days onsite into Central London This is for my clients Brownfield project, with new funding they are looking to level up their platform designs ready for their further platform builds later in the year. Key Responsibilities: Strong background in Azure environments Define and implement SLOs, SLIs, and error budgets across critical services Design and enhance monitoring solutions using tools such as Azure Monitor, Prometheus, or Grafana Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates Enhance CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions) Nice to have: Experience with Kubernetes (AKS) Azure Site Reliability Engineer 500- 550 OutsideIR35 6 Month initial (project spanned until August 2027) 2 Days onsite into Central London

Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time Travel Requirement: Up to 25% (UK and occasional international travel) Security Clearance: Active SC (required) Role Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead to support the delivery of assurance and audit programmes within a major UK defence logistics transformation programme. This role requires a proactive and motivated professional who can operate effectively both independently and as part of a wider team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring compliance, quality standards, and audit excellence across a complex supply chain. The position is based in Bristol, with a hybrid working arrangement combining remote working and on-site presence as required. Key Responsibilities The Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead will be responsible for the following: Ensuring accurate material accounting within public stores accounts relating to Government Furnished Assets (GFA) Developing, managing, and maintaining a risk-based audit schedule for key subcontractors Leading and conducting subcontractor and supply chain audits in accordance with ISO standards and contractual requirements Supporting audit surveillance activities across key suppliers and partners Providing guidance to internal and external stakeholders on compliance requirements, including audit processes, policy updates, and contractual obligations Line management and development of a Quality Assurance Advisor within the compliance team Monitoring team performance and supporting continuous professional development Collecting, analysing, and reporting on performance metrics (KPIs) related to quality and asset management Acting as a delegate for senior compliance leadership when required, including representing the function at governance forums and meetings Supporting the implementation of quality and asset management plans in line with programme requirements Developing subject matter expertise in Quality Management Systems, ISO standards, and defence-specific regulations (e.g., AQAPs and Joint Service Publications) Required Skills and Experience Demonstrable experience in quality assurance and control within a complex operational environment Certification as an ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent) Proven experience implementing corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment UK citizenship Willingness and eligibility to obtain SC security clearance Flexibility to travel as required Desirable Skills and Experience Experience working within defence or government contract environments Familiarity with MOD standards, including AQAPs, Defence Standards, and Joint Service Publications Experience using tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, Jira, and Microsoft Office applications Active SC clearance Security Requirements BPSS pre-employment screening is required Active SC clearance is mandatory for the role

Start asap End March 2027 400 Senior 475 Lead Java 21 (or later). TDD and BDD. large microservice architectures. Agile environment. APIs. Experience of MongoDB or other document databases. Onsite in Sheffield or Manchester or Leeds or Newcastle or Birmingham - 3 days a week

QA Automation Lead / 6 months / Hybrid (Swindon) / 450 - 550pd (Inside IR35) I am currently looking for a Lead QA Automation Engineer to join a leading client of ours on a 6 month contract. This has been determined inside IR35 and will require you to go onsite at least once per week in Swindon (we could consider twice per fortnight etc). You will be leading a team of 4. Owning quality assurance process, alignment, progression etc. Skills & experience needed: Extensive leadership experience whilst maintaining hands on QA skills Java, Cucumber, Spring boot, PostgreSQL, Kafka, AWS Self sufficient, proactive. Strong stakeholder management skills For this position we are able to wait up to 2 weeks for the right candidate. All rates from suitable candidates will be considered. If interested, please apply with your latest CV and I will be in touch to discuss in more detail.

Senior Data Engineer Outside IR- 550 per day Hybrid London We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer / Developer to join a major Liquidity Reporting programme, delivering regulatory reporting solutions for large UK insurers. This is a hands-on role focused on building and enhancing a Databricks -based data engineering framework. You will design and develop scalable PySpark pipelines covering data ingestion, validation, transformation, and mapping, while creating reusable libraries and ensuring high engineering standards. You will also provide technical leadership, conducting code reviews, guiding offshore teams, and ensuring delivery quality aligns with architectural and regulatory requirements. Key Requirements: Strong experience with Databricks and PySpark Solid Azure data platform experience Proven ability to build reusable frameworks and libraries Experience leading code quality and working with offshore teams Desirable: Experience in regulatory reporting or financial services Exposure to Tagetik or similar reporting tools Knowledge of metadata-driven or configurable data models This is an opportunity to play a key role in a large-scale data transformation programme with a strong focus on engineering best practice and regulatory delivery. Senior Data Engineer Outside IR- 550 per day Hybrid London

Start asap End March 2027 400 Senior 475 Lead Java 21 (or later). TDD and BDD. large microservice architectures. Agile environment. APIs. Experience of MongoDB or other document databases. Onsite in Sheffield or Manchester or Leeds or Newcastle or Birmingham - 3 days a week

Mobile Architect / 6 months / Fully remote / 550 - 595pd (Inside IR35) I am currently looking for a Mobile Architect to join a consultancy client of ours supporting a global FS company on a 6 month initial contract. This can be completed on a remote basis and has been determined inside IR35. Key skills & experience needed: Provide architecture advice and guidance to the mobile product team Work on high level design, governance and support across the team Report progress to portfolio architect Ideally come from an engineering back ground an able to converse effectively with the mobile engineering team Technical experience across mobile technologies such as IOS, Android, React Native, Flutter For this position we are looking for someone to start asap, so ideally you will be available within a maximum of 2 weeks notice. If interested, please apply with your latest CV and I will be in touch to discuss in more detail. Best, Connor

Platform Engineer 6 month contract 400- 550 InsideIR35 Hybrid 2/3 days onsite london Design pipelines, Build pipelines, Automate deployments Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for secure, automated, and reliable deployments Develop and manage infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, YAML) across cloud and hybrid environments Implement monitoring, alerting, and logging to ensure platform performance, availability, and reliability Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and enable self-service engineering Embed DevOps, SRE, and DevSecOps best practices, driving automation, security, and continuous improvement Support incident management, root cause analysis, cost optimisation, and ensure scalable, resilient environments supporting modern architectures Platform Engineer 6 month contract 400- 550 InsideIR35 Hybrid 2/3 days onsite london This role does not offer sponsorship.

Job Description Role: DevOps Engineer Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham. (60% per week to onsite on either location) Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Work Type: Contract (3-6 Months) Overview We are seeking experienced DevOps Engineers to join a high-profile programmed within a secure government environment. This role focuses on building, automating, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure while supporting data-driven platforms and integrations. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain cloud-based infrastructure using AWS Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Support and optimise data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and Airflow Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and scalable solutions Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab Containerise applications and services using Docker Conduct and implement security scanning and vulnerability management Work with Jupyter Notebooks for data exploration and development Key Skills & Experience Strong experience with AWS services Expertise in Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) Hands-on experience with: Apache Spark Python Apache Airflow Docker GitLab CI/CD Experience with security scanning tools such as: Trivy Trend Micro Wiz (or similar) Knowledge of data engineering and pipeline orchestration Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks Experience working in secure/public sector environments Working Arrangement Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham. (60% per week to onsite on either location) Occasional travel to Newcastle required for team workshops, planning, and collaboration sessions

Job Description Role: Test Engineer (Hybrid) Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham - 60% Per Week in these locations. Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for BPSS Clearance Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Test Engineer to join our growing delivery team. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of modern web applications across a cutting-edge tech stack. This role requires hands-on expertise in automated testing, strong collaboration with development teams, and experience working across cloud-native environments. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for web applications Build and maintain robust test automation frameworks , particularly using Playwright (essential) Collaborate closely with developers, DevOps, and product teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC Perform frontend and backend testing across Node.js and Spring Boot applications Validate data integrity and application performance involving MongoDB Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab Execute testing in AWS-based environments , ensuring scalability and reliability Identify, log, and track defects, ensuring timely resolution Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and best practices Required Skills & Experience Strong experience as a Test Engineer / QA Engineer Proven expertise with Playwright (MANDATORY) Experience testing Node.js frontend applications Familiarity with Spring Boot backend systems Hands-on experience with MongoDB Experience working with GitLab CI/CD pipelines Exposure to AWS cloud environments Solid understanding of API testing and integration testing Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Working Arrangement Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham - 60% Per Week in these locations. Exclusions: Sheffield and Caxton House, London

Azure Platform Engineer 6 Month Contract 400- 450 OutsideIR35 2 days onsite Nottingham This is to help our clients VMWare to Cloud Migration project Key Requirements Strong hands-on experience working within Azure environments Proven track record delivering cloud migration projects (VMware to Azure preferred) Solid experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Commercial experience using Terraform and/or Pulumi for IaC Good understanding of networking, security, and cloud architecture best practices Unfortunately, this role does not give any sponsorship Azure Platform Engineer 6 Month Contract 400- 450 OutsideIR35 2 days onsite Nottingham

Python Software Developer (SC Cleared) Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham, London Contract :6 Months Security Requirement Active SC Clearance required Overview We are seeking experienced Python Software Developers to support the delivery of large-scale analytics and data-driven solutions within a secure enterprise environment. The successful candidates will work on cloud-based platforms, data processing pipelines, and secure integrations while collaborating with cross-functional engineering and platform teams. This role is ideal for professionals with strong Python development expertise, cloud engineering experience, and exposure to modern DevOps and data engineering practices. Must Have: AWS services; Terraform; Apache Spark; Python; Apache Airflow; Docker; GitLab; Security scanning agent; Jupyter; Notebooks; Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python applications and services Build and optimize cloud-native data processing pipelines Develop and manage workflows using orchestration tools such as Airflow Work with large-scale data processing frameworks including Apache Spark Deploy and maintain containerized applications using Docker Implement infrastructure automation using Terraform Integrate solutions with enterprise data and secure file transfer systems Collaborate with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and reliable deployments Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and source control management using GitLab Support vulnerability management and security scanning processes Create technical documentation and provide knowledge-sharing support where required Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborative engineering activities Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Python development Experience working with AWS cloud services Proven experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Strong knowledge of Apache Spark Experience with Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized environments Experience using GitLab for version control and CI/CD pipelines Understanding of security scanning and vulnerability management tools such as Trivy, Trend Micro, Wiz, or similar Experience working with Jupyter Notebooks Familiarity with secure enterprise integrations and data transfer solutions Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Preferred Experience Experience working within secure or regulated environments Exposure to large-scale analytics or data platform projects Previous experience in public sector or enterprise-scale environments Understanding of cloud security best practices Working Arrangement Hybrid working model Approximately 60% onsite presence required in Newcastle Remaining days remote, depending on project requirements Clearance Requirement Candidates must hold active SC Clearance or be eligible to obtain clearance.

Location: London (3 days in office, per week) Length: 6 months Determination Status: Inside I535 Start Date: June 8th (ideally) I'm looking to speak with London-based Senior Data Engineers with plenty of experience building pipelines and data warehouses to support in the end-to-end delivery of an enterprise data platform for a (re)insurance business. Tech Stack: Strong skills in DBT & Snowflake AWS Cloud Native Skills Familar with CI/CD Power BI / Tableau Nice to have: Matillion / SNP / Glue / Fivetran NoSQl (Cosmos / DynamoDB experience) Reinsurance domain knowlege or relevant Lloyd's & London Insurance experience. Please apply now, and reach out to Adam Akhtar at Opus for futher information.

AWS Cloud engineer Until 30/11/26 (Apply online only) OutsideIR35 Remote with Occasional onsite to London This role will focus on supporting and evolving a large-scale AWS cloud environment with a strong emphasis on Kubernetes, platform automation, CI/CD, observability, and cloud-native engineering practices. Key responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain scalable AWS infrastructure and deployment pipelines Support and optimize Kubernetes workloads running on Amazon EKS Implement and enhance Infrastructure as Code solutions using CloudFormation and AWS CDK Build and improve CI/CD pipelines using Bamboo, Octopus Deploy, and Bitbucket Manage and support containerized applications across EKS and ECS environments IaC: Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation / CDK) Experience with monitoring, observability, and logging platforms including Splunk, CloudWatch, New Relic, or similar solutions AWS Cloud engineer Until 30/11/26 (Apply online only) OutsideIR35 Remote with Occasional onsite to London

Test Engineer (Data & Automation) Overview We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality data and application solutions. This role focuses on automation, data validation, and production analysis within a modern cloud-based environment. You will play a key role in ensuring system reliability, improving testing frameworks, and driving best practices across engineering teams. This is a collaborative position requiring strong technical expertise, analytical thinking, and the ability to mentor others while working across complex data platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage Analyse and interpret test results, identifying risks, issues, and areas for improvement Produce clear reports on testing activities, outcomes, and associated risks Automate data validation and application testing processes across distributed systems Investigate production issues using data analysis to identify root causes Work with orchestration tools (e.g., Apache Airflow) to monitor workflows and troubleshoot failures Validate data using tools such as Jupyter Notebooks and Amazon Athena Analyse data across multiple formats to ensure integrity and correctness of new functionality Support CI/CD practices using Git-based workflows and pipeline automation Participate in infrastructure and deployment activities, including containerisation and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into testable solutions Mentor and guide team members on testing methodologies and best practices Key Skills & Experience Technical Skills Proficiency in Python, SQL, and at least one additional programming language (e.g., Java) Experience with scripting languages such as Bash Strong understanding of automated testing frameworks and methodologies Hands-on experience with Apache Airflow and log analysis Familiarity with data processing tools such as Apache Spark Experience working with cloud platforms and services, including: Monitoring and logging tools Storage and data services Compute and container services Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., GitLab) Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) Familiarity with Docker and containerised environments Data & Analytics Strong data analysis skills, including working with structured and semi-structured data Experience validating and querying data using tools such as Athena and notebooks Understanding of data modelling concepts, including dimensional models and slowly changing dimensions Ability to generate realistic test data for various scenarios Additional Knowledge Understanding of distributed data platforms and big data environments (e.g., EMR) Knowledge of encryption principles (client-side and server-side) Awareness of production system monitoring and incident analysis Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks Ability to mentor and support less experienced team members Collaborative mindset with experience working in agile delivery environments Working Arrangements UK-based role with flexible location Occasional travel required for team collaboration sessions and workshops

Wanted - Active SC Cleared Data Engineers! Today, I'm due to meet with a fast-growing AI software company who partner across Goverment & National Security for specialist Data, AI and Systems-related IT projects. They're in need of an experienced (contract) AWS Data Engineer with Active SC Clearance to support with the following: Required Skills: - Minimum 5+ years of relevant Data Engineering experience - Solid experience with Python, Spark, AWS and Databricks Nice to have: - Proffesional certifications in Databricks, Spark or AWS. More details to follow once I've met with our client, later today Please reach out to Adam Akhtar at Opus Recruitment Solutions ASAP to register your interest.

I am working with a consultancy who need a private sector focused UI/UX designer to join on a 6 month contract. Outside IR35 Fully remote 6 month contract Essentials: - UI - Core UX - Client facing - In house consultancy experience - Mainly private sector experience