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DevOps Lead - AI-Enabled Software Engineering Location: Reading (Hybrid) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and hands-on DevOps Lead to join a leading digital infrastructure organisation undergoing significant technology transformation. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing software engineering team while driving the adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the software delivery lifecycle. As DevOps Lead, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction, owning the engineering roadmap, and ensuring the successful delivery and ongoing support of bespoke cloud-based applications. You will combine strong leadership capabilities with hands-on software development experience, leveraging modern AI-powered engineering tools to improve delivery speed, quality, and developer productivity. The Opportunity You will lead an Agile software development team comprising engineers, analysts, and QA specialists responsible for building and maintaining business-critical applications for internal users, customers, and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering best practices, modernise development processes, and drive innovation through AI-enabled software delivery. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Delivery Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team in an Agile environment. Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive the successful delivery of cloud-based applications and digital initiatives. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to manage priorities, expectations, risks, and dependencies. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality. Technical Ownership Own the end-to-end technology stack including frontend, backend, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, performance, and security standards. Champion DevOps best practices including automation, monitoring, observability, and operational excellence. Maintain robust security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance standards. AI-Assisted Engineering Act as a hands-on contributor to software development activities. Drive adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and code generation platforms. Establish best practices for safe, secure, and effective AI-assisted development. Embed AI-enabled workflows across design, coding, testing, documentation, and knowledge management. Ensure AI-generated outputs meet engineering, security, and architectural standards. Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance engineering productivity and delivery capability. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience leading software engineering or DevOps teams. Strong background delivering cloud-native applications within Agile environments. Experience with public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of full-stack development, APIs, databases, and software architecture. Expertise with source control, CI/CD automation, and DevOps tooling such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies. Experience implementing monitoring, observability, and operational support practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools and integrating them into engineering workflows. Desirable Experience Experience establishing AI governance and secure AI development standards. Exposure to integrating AI tooling into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes. Understanding of prompt engineering, code validation, and AI risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or security-conscious environments. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering within a technology-driven organisation. You'll have the autonomy to influence technical strategy, lead a talented team, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI-assisted development practices while delivering solutions that have a significant business impact. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Event Engagement Team member - London or Birmingham About the company We exist to make sure the knowledge shaping today fuels the innovation of tomorrow. We capture the insights that usually vanish, at events, on job sites, across communities, and turn them into structured knowledge that drives real progress. What You'll Do Working as an Event Engagement Team member, your primary responsibility is to hold and guide meaningful conversations, working at events in a specified location. You are there to spark curiosity, draw out knowledge from exhibitors and delegates, and capture insight that would otherwise go unrecorded. Typical activities on the day include; Commuting to and from the venue, Attending the pre-event briefing on arrival and the debrief at end of day, Approaching exhibitors and delegates to initiate and guide conversations, Using a Gauge19-supplied or approved personal device to access Lorefully and record outputs. Your job is to ask thoughtful follow-up questions that move beyond yes/no answers and draw out genuine insight. Ideal candidates will be friendly and approachable with a genuine curiosity around information gathering in public. Methodical, organised, confident and professional candidates Ability to work alone Experience of using tablets/touch-screen devices Events take place throughout the year and in several locations we are looking to develop a Talent pool of reliable individuals for events that we can utilise when the events arise. The types of events covered might include the following. Built Environment - EV/Solar/Heat Pumps etc Sustainable Energy Access and Mobility Commercial Vehicles If you have a keen interest/subject knowledge in any of these areas, please highlight when submitting your CV! Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Compliance Manager Perm Theale: Hybrid (3 days per week on site) You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship We're looking for a Compliance Manager to support and evolve the compliance function for a telecoms organisation based in Theale. Reporting to the Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Counsel, you'll lead the development and implementation of compliance programs that mitigate legal and regulatory risks while embedding a culture of ethical and operational integrity. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, templates, and policies. Monitor relevant regulations (e.g. Ofcom, GDPR, Competition Law) and ensure organisational adherence. Lead audits, manage compliance incidents, and oversee regulatory reporting. Act as a key liaison with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and legal advisors. Deliver internal training, guidance, and clear compliance communications. Support risk assessments and embed controls into business operations. Requirements: Minimum Bachelors degree or relevant level of experience. A level of commercial acumen to actively seek cost savings and efficiencies by innovation, creative team management. Desired: Experience in telecommunications cell site deployment or related project management. Experience or knowledge of reading and interpreting contracts and contractual clauses. Proven experience in compliance management, ideally within telecoms or a regulated industry. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

New role! Quantity Surveyor (Commercial / Finance Focus) - Mobile Telecoms Infrastructure Greater Reading Permanent Hybrid -3 days per week in the office We're looking for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor to join a growing team in an office-based role. This isn't your traditional QS position - no site travel is required. Instead, you'll act as the commercial point of contact for an assigned supplier, with a strong focus on financial management, administration, and stakeholder engagement. What you'll be doing: Managing supplier valuations and monthly evaluations Preparing and pricing assessment packs (acquisition, design, and build costs) Processing customer orders, raising POs, and maintaining pricing templates Supporting cost control and ensuring compliance with contracts and budgets Handling commercial data for reporting and forecasting What we're looking for: Strong background in finance or commercial roles (telecoms experience is a plus) Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Sharp attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical ability Confident with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel This role would suit someone with experience in commercial management, design/commercial administration, or financial control who enjoys detail, accuracy, and collaboration. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Data Quality Analyst Contract - 12 Month FTC Theale/Home Join a leading UK mobile infrastructure company driving innovation and transformation. Since 2012, we've evolved rapidly-now we're looking for a Data Quality Analyst to help us deliver excellence through smarter data. The Data Quality Analyst will lead the development of data quality reports, automate data processes, and support business teams in improving data accuracy. Acting as a key member of the BI team, you'll help shape our data strategy and governance. Key Responsibilities of the Data Quality Analyst include: Deliver daily reports and enhance data governance controls Enforce data policies across ingestion, quality, and lifecycle management Maintain dashboards and remediation plans for data quality Collaborate with stakeholders to meet strategic data goals Apply governance frameworks and ensure accountability The successful Data Quality Analyst will have: Proficient in BI tools (e.g., Power BI) Familiar with Agile and Waterfall methodologies Experience with metadata management, data catalogues, and stewardship tools Understanding of Master Data Management principles Desirable Proven success in data governance programs Operational and change management experience Ready to help shape the future of mobile infrastructure through data excellence? Apply today to (url removed) Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Hot off the Press Great new opportunity for an Administrator with 1-3 years experience to work for a leading recruitment organisation, supporting the Managing Director with all professional and personal requirements. You will be responsible for: Email and Diary Management Travel Arrangements Events Co-ordination Presentation Preparation Attending Meetings and Minute Taking Responding to Client Needs Attending Off-site Client Meetings Liaising with Internal and External Stakeholders You will need to have: Extensive experience in Microsoft Applications Excellent communication skills Organised with the ability to multi-task Full access to a car with valid driving license Well presented First class communication and writing ability Ability to deal with change in a fast paced environment This role is hybrid with 3 days in the Oxford office and 2 days working from home. Would suit someone who can work at speed and follow tasks through to completion. Great salary and benefits including bonuses, mobile phone expenses, 25 days holiday, healthcare, pension. Working alongside some leading clients. Please get in touch if interested. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Hot off the Press Great new opportunity for an Administrator with 1-3 years experience to work for a leading recruitment organisation, supporting the Managing Director with all professional and personal requirements. You will be responsible for: Email and Diary Management Travel Arrangements Events Co-ordination Presentation Preparation Attending Meetings and Minute Taking Responding to Client Needs Attending Off-site Client Meetings Liaising with Internal and External Stakeholders You will need to have: Extensive experience in Microsoft Applications Excellent communication skills Organised with the ability to multi-task Full access to a car with valid driving license Well presented First class communication and writing ability Ability to deal with change in a fast paced environment This role is hybrid with 3 days in the Oxford office and 2 days working from home. Would suit someone who can work at speed and follow tasks through to completion. Great salary and benefits including bonuses, mobile phone expenses, 25 days holiday, healthcare, pension. Working alongside some leading clients. Please get in touch if interested. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.