Senior Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer- C++, Python - Financial / Banking. Candidates will have a minimum 8+ years C++ experience and excellent knowledge of Python -coming from a Financial / Banking background with knowledge of Equities, Futures & Options and Fixed Income and Exchange Connectivity. Job Overview You will work with the Product, Infrastructure and QA teams, to produce high performance, low latency and highly reliable code. Your goal will be to develop software which handle large amount of TPS to drive a highly efficient technology used by several markets around the world. To be successful in this role as a Principal Software Engineer - C++, you will be a proponent of agile methodology and modern software best practices. You can produce detailed technical work in OOP and work with other members of the Development team to produce code of high-quality standards. Ideally, you should have worked in critical systems development in the past. Responsibilities and Duties • Codes, tests, integrates, and documents software. • Provides technical leadership to more junior employees and other teams. • Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the development of complex products. • Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in internal review of software components and systems. • Work on the hardest technical problems facing the company, often these problems are unusually complex and require the utmost creativity and innovation. • Apply and champion the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products. • Keep abreast of technology trends and champion new ideas and process improvements. Required Skills/Experience • 8+ years development experience in C++ 11 and Boost creating performant, scalable applications. • 6+ years of experience in networking (UDP, Multicasting, TCP, etc ), messaging, and algorithms. • 6+ years of experience on Linux systems. • Good understanding of modern development best practices and methodologies • Python, including Pytest. • Knowledge of capital markets exchange connectivity on stocks (fixed income and derivatives is a plus), including exchange protocols such as FIX and SBE. • Most importantly, a drive to solve complex technological and trading challenges with a great team of talented developers. • Comfortable using Agile methodology, including continuous integration, sprints, Jira and the relevant processes and workflow. • Some understanding and usage of cloud technology is a plus but not mandatory. Candidates may be considered either as a Senior or Principal Software Engineer depending upon experience / skills with a salary range, reflective of skills between £100 / £140
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer- C++, Python - Financial / Banking. Candidates will have a minimum 8+ years C++ experience and excellent knowledge of Python -coming from a Financial / Banking background with knowledge of Equities, Futures & Options and Fixed Income and Exchange Connectivity. Job Overview You will work with the Product, Infrastructure and QA teams, to produce high performance, low latency and highly reliable code. Your goal will be to develop software which handle large amount of TPS to drive a highly efficient technology used by several markets around the world. To be successful in this role as a Principal Software Engineer - C++, you will be a proponent of agile methodology and modern software best practices. You can produce detailed technical work in OOP and work with other members of the Development team to produce code of high-quality standards. Ideally, you should have worked in critical systems development in the past. Responsibilities and Duties • Codes, tests, integrates, and documents software. • Provides technical leadership to more junior employees and other teams. • Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the development of complex products. • Participate as a Subject Matter Expert in internal review of software components and systems. • Work on the hardest technical problems facing the company, often these problems are unusually complex and require the utmost creativity and innovation. • Apply and champion the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products. • Keep abreast of technology trends and champion new ideas and process improvements. Required Skills/Experience • 8+ years development experience in C++ 11 and Boost creating performant, scalable applications. • 6+ years of experience in networking (UDP, Multicasting, TCP, etc ), messaging, and algorithms. • 6+ years of experience on Linux systems. • Good understanding of modern development best practices and methodologies • Python, including Pytest. • Knowledge of capital markets exchange connectivity on stocks (fixed income and derivatives is a plus), including exchange protocols such as FIX and SBE. • Most importantly, a drive to solve complex technological and trading challenges with a great team of talented developers. • Comfortable using Agile methodology, including continuous integration, sprints, Jira and the relevant processes and workflow. • Some understanding and usage of cloud technology is a plus but not mandatory. Candidates may be considered either as a Senior or Principal Software Engineer depending upon experience / skills with a salary range, reflective of skills between £100 / £140
Senior Laser Systems Engineer Laser Micro-Machining Didcot £50,000pa - £60,000pa plus excellent benefits: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Laser Systems Engineer to join a world leading laser systems and high-precision laser micromachining manufacturer. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role acts as a technical bridge between this organisations customers, sales teams and engineering teams (mechanical, optical, electrical, software), ensuring that complex systems meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role would perfectly fit someone that wants to remain technical yet gain more experience and exposure to the commercial aspects of the design, integration, validation, and delivery of high precision laser systems. These are the key areas of your work: Commercial: Provide feedback and advice to the sales team in terms of costings, technical details, proposals, documentation, and technical solutions. Systems Engineering & Integration: Own, define and manage end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. Requirements & Verification: Capture, analyse and manager customer and stakeholder requirements, translating them into clear technical specifications. Project & Product Development: Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing systems and contribute to design reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical, optical, electrical, software teams. Documentation & Compliance: Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and verification procedures. About you: An attitude and aptitude to support the commercial success of this business area. Degree in Engineering or Physics (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Engineering). Hands-on experience of laser micromachining Knowledge of laser, optics, motion systems, software and laser interactions Understanding of: System architecture and integration Control systems and automation Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-level technical issues. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and with customers. Desirable Experience of systems engineering Knowledge of project management and V&V processes If you re a Senior Laser Systems Engineer with experience in shaping Laser Micro-Machining solutions, then please apply now. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Laser Systems Engineer Laser Micro-Machining Didcot £50,000pa - £60,000pa plus excellent benefits: An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Laser Systems Engineer to join a world leading laser systems and high-precision laser micromachining manufacturer. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role acts as a technical bridge between this organisations customers, sales teams and engineering teams (mechanical, optical, electrical, software), ensuring that complex systems meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. This Senior Laser Systems Engineer role would perfectly fit someone that wants to remain technical yet gain more experience and exposure to the commercial aspects of the design, integration, validation, and delivery of high precision laser systems. These are the key areas of your work: Commercial: Provide feedback and advice to the sales team in terms of costings, technical details, proposals, documentation, and technical solutions. Systems Engineering & Integration: Own, define and manage end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. Requirements & Verification: Capture, analyse and manager customer and stakeholder requirements, translating them into clear technical specifications. Project & Product Development: Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing systems and contribute to design reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with mechanical, optical, electrical, software teams. Documentation & Compliance: Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and verification procedures. About you: An attitude and aptitude to support the commercial success of this business area. Degree in Engineering or Physics (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Optical Engineering). Hands-on experience of laser micromachining Knowledge of laser, optics, motion systems, software and laser interactions Understanding of: System architecture and integration Control systems and automation Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-level technical issues. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and with customers. Desirable Experience of systems engineering Knowledge of project management and V&V processes If you re a Senior Laser Systems Engineer with experience in shaping Laser Micro-Machining solutions, then please apply now. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).
Senior Full Stack Engineer / Developer (Python Django Flutter AWS) London to £120k Are you a full stack technologist who enjoys working on Greenfield apps? You could be progressing your career at a tech scale-up that are enjoying great success with their AI workforce optimisation software that connects flexible temporary workers (e click apply for full job details
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Full Stack Engineer / Developer (Python Django Flutter AWS) London to £120k Are you a full stack technologist who enjoys working on Greenfield apps? You could be progressing your career at a tech scale-up that are enjoying great success with their AI workforce optimisation software that connects flexible temporary workers (e click apply for full job details
We're working with a leading engineering and technology organisation within the defence sector, currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing advanced test software for complex systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that combines software engineering, automation, electronics and innovation. The Role You'll be responsible for designing and developing software used within advanced test equipment systems, supporting products from early concept through to production. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver high-quality software solutions while contributing to continuous improvement, automation and modern development practices. Key Responsibilities Design and develop software for advanced test and measurement systems Develop robust applications primarily using C/C++ Work collaboratively across software, systems and electronics teams Support Agile development and continuous improvement initiatives Contribute to automation, CI/CD and DevOps practices Work within a lab and engineering environment using electronic test equipment Explore and implement new technologies where appropriate Skills & Experience Required Commercial experience in software engineering Strong programming skills in C and/or C++ Experience developing test, automation or embedded software Previous experience working within Agile teams If you'd like to hear more, apply with your latest CV for a confidential discussion. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
We're working with a leading engineering and technology organisation within the defence sector, currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing advanced test software for complex systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that combines software engineering, automation, electronics and innovation. The Role You'll be responsible for designing and developing software used within advanced test equipment systems, supporting products from early concept through to production. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver high-quality software solutions while contributing to continuous improvement, automation and modern development practices. Key Responsibilities Design and develop software for advanced test and measurement systems Develop robust applications primarily using C/C++ Work collaboratively across software, systems and electronics teams Support Agile development and continuous improvement initiatives Contribute to automation, CI/CD and DevOps practices Work within a lab and engineering environment using electronic test equipment Explore and implement new technologies where appropriate Skills & Experience Required Commercial experience in software engineering Strong programming skills in C and/or C++ Experience developing test, automation or embedded software Previous experience working within Agile teams If you'd like to hear more, apply with your latest CV for a confidential discussion. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Software Engineer Taunton - Hybrid (2 days on site P/W) 45,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Training + Progression + Private Pension + Holiday Buying Options + Autonomy Are you a Senior Software Engineer looking to take ownership of architecture, influence technical direction, and build highquality software that interfaces directly with real world industrial hardware? This is a senior, handson role working across modern servicebased platforms and established WPF applications used in demanding automated electrical test environments. You will play a key part in shaping system architecture, driving best practice, and developing robust, maintainable solutions that are relied upon by customers worldwide. You will work closely with electrical, systems, and test engineers to deliver integrated solutions, contributing across the full lifecycle from concept and design through to delivery and long term support. Backed by a stable engineering business that continues to invest in new technologies, this role offers long term career progression, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a genuine technical impact. You will be trusted to tackle open ended technical problems, lead design discussions, and help guide the evolution of both new microservice based platforms and legacy WPF products. The environment is collaborative, quality driven, and agile, with projects ranging from short development cycles through to long term programmes. The Role: Design, develop, and maintain desktop and web applications using C#, WPF, and modern web technologies such as Vue.js Take a leading role in software architecture and design, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions Contribute to microservice architecture and Azure based modernisation initiatives Maintain and evolve legacy systems while planning for their future development Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in an agile environment Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and CI/CD processes The Person: Senior Software Engineer with strong commercial experience Strong background in C#, WPF, and modern software design principles (SOLID) Proven experience contributing to or leading architectural decisions Exposure to industrial systems, electronics, or hardwareintegrated software is advantageous Reference Number:BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Taunton - Hybrid (2 days on site P/W) 45,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Training + Progression + Private Pension + Holiday Buying Options + Autonomy Are you a Senior Software Engineer looking to take ownership of architecture, influence technical direction, and build highquality software that interfaces directly with real world industrial hardware? This is a senior, handson role working across modern servicebased platforms and established WPF applications used in demanding automated electrical test environments. You will play a key part in shaping system architecture, driving best practice, and developing robust, maintainable solutions that are relied upon by customers worldwide. You will work closely with electrical, systems, and test engineers to deliver integrated solutions, contributing across the full lifecycle from concept and design through to delivery and long term support. Backed by a stable engineering business that continues to invest in new technologies, this role offers long term career progression, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a genuine technical impact. You will be trusted to tackle open ended technical problems, lead design discussions, and help guide the evolution of both new microservice based platforms and legacy WPF products. The environment is collaborative, quality driven, and agile, with projects ranging from short development cycles through to long term programmes. The Role: Design, develop, and maintain desktop and web applications using C#, WPF, and modern web technologies such as Vue.js Take a leading role in software architecture and design, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions Contribute to microservice architecture and Azure based modernisation initiatives Maintain and evolve legacy systems while planning for their future development Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in an agile environment Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and CI/CD processes The Person: Senior Software Engineer with strong commercial experience Strong background in C#, WPF, and modern software design principles (SOLID) Proven experience contributing to or leading architectural decisions Exposure to industrial systems, electronics, or hardwareintegrated software is advantageous Reference Number:BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Senior Software Engineer Milton Keynes (One day a week on site) Up to £80,000 per annum plus bonus VIQU are working with an international organisation in Milton Keynes who are hiring multiple senior software engineers to help build one of their product lines. This role will focus on shaping architectural decisions, hands on coding and mentoring other software engineers. Key technology stack spans C#, React, Node.JS and AWS. Job duties: Build and develop web interfaces, server side components and integrations, whilst contributing to architecture reviews. Mentor junior engineers, provide code reviews and promote development best practises. Work with product and project teams to ensure solutions are delivered within set quality and timeframes. Contribute to enhancing team efficiency by exploring AI assisted development technologies. Experience Required for the Senior Software Engineer: Hands on experience with C#, Node.js, and React. Experience with AWS, event driven and microservices architecture. Experience utilising AI coding tools to enhance efficiency. Experience within a Scaled Agile Framework environment, helping to lead sprint planning and daily standups. Previously led and mentored junior engineers. Experience within a SaaS organisation, focusing on product development would be nice to have. Senior Software Engineer Milton Keynes (One day a week on site) Up to £80,000 per annum plus bonus Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Milton Keynes (One day a week on site) Up to £80,000 per annum plus bonus VIQU are working with an international organisation in Milton Keynes who are hiring multiple senior software engineers to help build one of their product lines. This role will focus on shaping architectural decisions, hands on coding and mentoring other software engineers. Key technology stack spans C#, React, Node.JS and AWS. Job duties: Build and develop web interfaces, server side components and integrations, whilst contributing to architecture reviews. Mentor junior engineers, provide code reviews and promote development best practises. Work with product and project teams to ensure solutions are delivered within set quality and timeframes. Contribute to enhancing team efficiency by exploring AI assisted development technologies. Experience Required for the Senior Software Engineer: Hands on experience with C#, Node.js, and React. Experience with AWS, event driven and microservices architecture. Experience utilising AI coding tools to enhance efficiency. Experience within a Scaled Agile Framework environment, helping to lead sprint planning and daily standups. Previously led and mentored junior engineers. Experience within a SaaS organisation, focusing on product development would be nice to have. Senior Software Engineer Milton Keynes (One day a week on site) Up to £80,000 per annum plus bonus Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
We re growing quickly at Fluent Communications, and we re on the lookout for an experienced Telecoms Engineer to join our friendly team in Crowborough. We re part of the wider Fluent Group, providing telecoms, IT, and mobile/data services so there s always plenty going on. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety. One day you ll be supporting customers over the phone, the next you might be out installing equipment, setting up networks, or rolling up your sleeves for a bit of cabling. Either way, you ll be the go-to person customers rely on for great service. Our team culture is supportive, professional, and positive and we take career growth seriously. Join us and you ll be encouraged to develop your skills, with guidance from colleagues who are always happy to help. What you ll be doing: • Installing equipment and troubleshooting on site • Providing remote support over the phone • Setting up and maintaining user accounts and devices • Sorting out hardware and software issues • Working with routers, firewalls, and networking basics • Handling equipment repairs with suppliers What we re looking for: • Knowledge of VoIP, SIP, RTP, TCP, and UDP • Familiarity with networking, routers, and firewalls • Experience with 3CX would be a real advantage • Full clean driving licence (you ll be covered by our insurance from age 25+) • Confidence with power tools and hand tools • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail • A self-motivated, positive approach • An interest in IT/telecoms integration • Someone who shares our values: respect, teamwork, commitment, excellence, and passion What s in it for you: • Salary between £28,000 £38,000 (depending on experience) • Company uniform (polo, jumper, and work trousers no ties here) • Company vehicle for site visits • Long-term career development opportunities
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
We re growing quickly at Fluent Communications, and we re on the lookout for an experienced Telecoms Engineer to join our friendly team in Crowborough. We re part of the wider Fluent Group, providing telecoms, IT, and mobile/data services so there s always plenty going on. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety. One day you ll be supporting customers over the phone, the next you might be out installing equipment, setting up networks, or rolling up your sleeves for a bit of cabling. Either way, you ll be the go-to person customers rely on for great service. Our team culture is supportive, professional, and positive and we take career growth seriously. Join us and you ll be encouraged to develop your skills, with guidance from colleagues who are always happy to help. What you ll be doing: • Installing equipment and troubleshooting on site • Providing remote support over the phone • Setting up and maintaining user accounts and devices • Sorting out hardware and software issues • Working with routers, firewalls, and networking basics • Handling equipment repairs with suppliers What we re looking for: • Knowledge of VoIP, SIP, RTP, TCP, and UDP • Familiarity with networking, routers, and firewalls • Experience with 3CX would be a real advantage • Full clean driving licence (you ll be covered by our insurance from age 25+) • Confidence with power tools and hand tools • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail • A self-motivated, positive approach • An interest in IT/telecoms integration • Someone who shares our values: respect, teamwork, commitment, excellence, and passion What s in it for you: • Salary between £28,000 £38,000 (depending on experience) • Company uniform (polo, jumper, and work trousers no ties here) • Company vehicle for site visits • Long-term career development opportunities
Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.
Senior AI Engineer Salary 75000 - 85000 Location: London Nw10 (Hybrid/Flexible 3 days on site) Type: Full-time ITH Systems, an ITH Group company, are looking for a Senior AI Engineer to join our growing development team at an exciting stage of our technology transformation. This is a high-impact role where you'll help shape how AI is designed, built, and deployed across the organisation. You'll work at the intersection of machine learning, software engineering, and real-world business challenges-developing intelligent, scalable solutions that drive efficiency and innovation across our operations. Working closely with enterprise architecture and technical leadership, you'll act as a key voice in Responsible AI, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with best practice. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and deploy AI-driven solutions that automate processes and reduce manual effort Collaborate with Development, QA, and IT teams to deliver impactful solutions Identify opportunities to apply AI across the business and turn them into tangible outcomes Develop both rapid prototypes and production-ready systems Establish guardrails and best practices for Responsible AI usage Document system architectures to meet engineering and audit standards Champion scalable, secure, and efficient AI implementation. What We're Looking For Core Skills & Experience Strong experience in AI Engineering, ML/LLM applications, or intelligent automation Solid Java engineering background with production-quality coding practices Experience with CI/CD tools e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) Strong Linux/server administration skill Proficiency in Python, TypeScript, or Bash scripting Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration skills Understanding of Responsible AI principles Nice to Have AWS cloud expertise Experience with microservices or serverless architectures Familiarity with Node.js, Angular, and JVM environments Python for data processing or model evaluation Why Join Us? We offer a competitive salary between 75- 85K plus benefits including healthcare cash plan scheme, on site Medical Centre, subsidised canteen facilities, company events, pension. This role is based at our modern group head office in North West London, You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy and adoption across a forward-thinking organisation. Work on meaningful problems with real business impact in a collaborative and supportive environment, with ongoing investment in your growth and development. Our group companies span Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Pharmacy and Laboratories.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior AI Engineer Salary 75000 - 85000 Location: London Nw10 (Hybrid/Flexible 3 days on site) Type: Full-time ITH Systems, an ITH Group company, are looking for a Senior AI Engineer to join our growing development team at an exciting stage of our technology transformation. This is a high-impact role where you'll help shape how AI is designed, built, and deployed across the organisation. You'll work at the intersection of machine learning, software engineering, and real-world business challenges-developing intelligent, scalable solutions that drive efficiency and innovation across our operations. Working closely with enterprise architecture and technical leadership, you'll act as a key voice in Responsible AI, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with best practice. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and deploy AI-driven solutions that automate processes and reduce manual effort Collaborate with Development, QA, and IT teams to deliver impactful solutions Identify opportunities to apply AI across the business and turn them into tangible outcomes Develop both rapid prototypes and production-ready systems Establish guardrails and best practices for Responsible AI usage Document system architectures to meet engineering and audit standards Champion scalable, secure, and efficient AI implementation. What We're Looking For Core Skills & Experience Strong experience in AI Engineering, ML/LLM applications, or intelligent automation Solid Java engineering background with production-quality coding practices Experience with CI/CD tools e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) Strong Linux/server administration skill Proficiency in Python, TypeScript, or Bash scripting Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration skills Understanding of Responsible AI principles Nice to Have AWS cloud expertise Experience with microservices or serverless architectures Familiarity with Node.js, Angular, and JVM environments Python for data processing or model evaluation Why Join Us? We offer a competitive salary between 75- 85K plus benefits including healthcare cash plan scheme, on site Medical Centre, subsidised canteen facilities, company events, pension. This role is based at our modern group head office in North West London, You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy and adoption across a forward-thinking organisation. Work on meaningful problems with real business impact in a collaborative and supportive environment, with ongoing investment in your growth and development. Our group companies span Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Pharmacy and Laboratories.
Senior IT Engineer Fyfield, Oxfordshire Full Time £46,000-£58,000 per annum (depending on experience) Business/performance related bonus Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that has been a cornerstone of IT solutions for businesses for over 30 years? Our client is passionate about technology, innovation, and creativity. They are seeking a dynamic Senior IT Engineer with a focus on Cisco networking and Fortinet Firewalls to join their team and contribute to their continued success. The Role You will play a crucial role in implementing and managing new projects and installations, providing remote and on-site end-user support, and maintaining existing infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include problem analysis, documentation, and ensuring configurations are up to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Network Design & Implementation Architect scalable networking solutions based on individual business requirements Work with senior management to define Aegis policies and procedures Create network topologies and diagrams Recommend network hardware and software improvements to enhance service delivery and profitability Implement new network technologies and infrastructure upgrades Support, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Monitor network performance and identify potential issues Conduct problem analysis and investigations, diagnosing and resolving complex network problems Ensure all systems are monitored and backed up at agreed intervals Perform routine network maintenance checks Provide and coordinate on-site end-user support Escalate critical network issues to management when required Network Security Implement network security policies and best practices Ensure network systems are protected and accessible only by engineers with the appropriate skillset Identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities Test and apply security patches and firmware updates to maintain system security Capacity Planning & Optimisation Assess network capacity and plan for future growth Optimise network performance through traffic analysis and necessary adjustments Implement network load-balancing strategies Team Leadership & Mentoring Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers Train and develop team members on new technologies Review and approve network changes Support other teams when required to ensure customer systems remain operational and maintained Documentation & Reporting Maintain detailed network documentation, including procedures, configurations, and diagrams, to a high standard Generate network performance and security reports for management Network Management Responsibilities Operational management of networking systems Manage field engineers to ensure fixes and installations are completed within contractual and project timescales Advise senior management of any required changes to engineer schedules to ensure adequate team coverage Manage network-related projects Participate in management meetings relating to network projects and support tickets Collaborate with other teams to ensure projects are delivered as defined Participate in engineer reviews and training schedules Ensure all new deployments and upgrades are updated within WUG, SolarWinds, and IT Glue Requirements Essential 4-5+ years' experience in a similar IT infrastructure or network engineering role Proven ability to build and maintain lasting customer relationships Expertise in providing both remote and on-site support Ability to commute to Fyfield, Oxfordshire and work in a fully office-based role In-depth knowledge of Cisco routers and switches Experience with Fortinet firewall configuration, management, and reporting Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, routing, connectivity, and IT security Windows Server administration experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Active Directory and Azure AD administration Desirable Strong Microsoft technology experience, including Azure, Microsoft 365, and Intune Experience with Windows Hyper-V and Hyper-V clustering Experience supporting Windows 10/11 and Apple devices Experience with Intune, Apple, and Meraki MDM solutions Knowledge of backup technologies and disaster recovery processes Microsoft SQL Server experience What s In It For You Business/performance-related bonus Potential company vehicle for the right candidate Company pension Employee discount Flexible schedule Private Health Care Group Life Eligible for profit-share after 12 months of continuous service What s next? It s easy! Click APPLY now! We can t wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior IT Engineer Fyfield, Oxfordshire Full Time £46,000-£58,000 per annum (depending on experience) Business/performance related bonus Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that has been a cornerstone of IT solutions for businesses for over 30 years? Our client is passionate about technology, innovation, and creativity. They are seeking a dynamic Senior IT Engineer with a focus on Cisco networking and Fortinet Firewalls to join their team and contribute to their continued success. The Role You will play a crucial role in implementing and managing new projects and installations, providing remote and on-site end-user support, and maintaining existing infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include problem analysis, documentation, and ensuring configurations are up to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Network Design & Implementation Architect scalable networking solutions based on individual business requirements Work with senior management to define Aegis policies and procedures Create network topologies and diagrams Recommend network hardware and software improvements to enhance service delivery and profitability Implement new network technologies and infrastructure upgrades Support, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Monitor network performance and identify potential issues Conduct problem analysis and investigations, diagnosing and resolving complex network problems Ensure all systems are monitored and backed up at agreed intervals Perform routine network maintenance checks Provide and coordinate on-site end-user support Escalate critical network issues to management when required Network Security Implement network security policies and best practices Ensure network systems are protected and accessible only by engineers with the appropriate skillset Identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities Test and apply security patches and firmware updates to maintain system security Capacity Planning & Optimisation Assess network capacity and plan for future growth Optimise network performance through traffic analysis and necessary adjustments Implement network load-balancing strategies Team Leadership & Mentoring Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers Train and develop team members on new technologies Review and approve network changes Support other teams when required to ensure customer systems remain operational and maintained Documentation & Reporting Maintain detailed network documentation, including procedures, configurations, and diagrams, to a high standard Generate network performance and security reports for management Network Management Responsibilities Operational management of networking systems Manage field engineers to ensure fixes and installations are completed within contractual and project timescales Advise senior management of any required changes to engineer schedules to ensure adequate team coverage Manage network-related projects Participate in management meetings relating to network projects and support tickets Collaborate with other teams to ensure projects are delivered as defined Participate in engineer reviews and training schedules Ensure all new deployments and upgrades are updated within WUG, SolarWinds, and IT Glue Requirements Essential 4-5+ years' experience in a similar IT infrastructure or network engineering role Proven ability to build and maintain lasting customer relationships Expertise in providing both remote and on-site support Ability to commute to Fyfield, Oxfordshire and work in a fully office-based role In-depth knowledge of Cisco routers and switches Experience with Fortinet firewall configuration, management, and reporting Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, routing, connectivity, and IT security Windows Server administration experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Active Directory and Azure AD administration Desirable Strong Microsoft technology experience, including Azure, Microsoft 365, and Intune Experience with Windows Hyper-V and Hyper-V clustering Experience supporting Windows 10/11 and Apple devices Experience with Intune, Apple, and Meraki MDM solutions Knowledge of backup technologies and disaster recovery processes Microsoft SQL Server experience What s In It For You Business/performance-related bonus Potential company vehicle for the right candidate Company pension Employee discount Flexible schedule Private Health Care Group Life Eligible for profit-share after 12 months of continuous service What s next? It s easy! Click APPLY now! We can t wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR
Senior Software Support Engineer Up to £55,000 per annum plus bonus Milton Keynes, 4 days a week on site This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established SaaS business as one of their most senior technical escalation points. You'd be stepping into a role that sits at the crossroads of application support, database, and development. Duties of the Senior Software Support Engineer: Own complex 3rd line software incidents end-to-end. Utilise 3rd line SQL and T-SQL to support data issues, debug procedures, and support fixes into production/staging environments (C#/.NET). Conduct root cause analysis by documenting findings, feeding confirmed defects back to engineering with reproducible steps, ultimately contributing to preventing the same issues recurring. Mentor 2nd line colleagues upskill and improve the wider support function over time. Experienced required for the Senior Software Support Engineer: Experience within a 3rd line, application support, or software engineering role within a SaaS or enterprise software environment Strong SQL and T-SQL stored procedures, complex queries, performance tuning. Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server and Azure in production. Some .NET/C# experience to read and debug code. The ability to communicate clearly and speak directly to customers to identify issues. Senior Software Support Engineer Up to £55,000 per annum plus bonus Milton Keynes, 4 days a week on site Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Support Engineer Up to £55,000 per annum plus bonus Milton Keynes, 4 days a week on site This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established SaaS business as one of their most senior technical escalation points. You'd be stepping into a role that sits at the crossroads of application support, database, and development. Duties of the Senior Software Support Engineer: Own complex 3rd line software incidents end-to-end. Utilise 3rd line SQL and T-SQL to support data issues, debug procedures, and support fixes into production/staging environments (C#/.NET). Conduct root cause analysis by documenting findings, feeding confirmed defects back to engineering with reproducible steps, ultimately contributing to preventing the same issues recurring. Mentor 2nd line colleagues upskill and improve the wider support function over time. Experienced required for the Senior Software Support Engineer: Experience within a 3rd line, application support, or software engineering role within a SaaS or enterprise software environment Strong SQL and T-SQL stored procedures, complex queries, performance tuning. Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server and Azure in production. Some .NET/C# experience to read and debug code. The ability to communicate clearly and speak directly to customers to identify issues. Senior Software Support Engineer Up to £55,000 per annum plus bonus Milton Keynes, 4 days a week on site Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: 65.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) Essential Skillset & Tools Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A good understanding of automation, continuous integration Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers Overview: Technology matters more at MBDA. Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better. Join us as a Senior Software Engineer and take our technology and your career into new territories! You will be responsible for designing and developing Test equipment software to test the world leading and Complex missile systems and sub-components. Role Requirements / Responsibilities: Designing and developing Test Equipment software to test world leading complex missile systems and sub-components; Working with a wide range of teams and stakeholders across MBDA to deliver test software capability of products from early concept to production; Exploring and experimenting with new implementations and technologies to meet the ever-challenging customer requirements Challenging and implementing real change when opportunities arise in the way the software is developed both within test software and the wider software community Embracing Agility and delivering value to the company giving you are real sense of achievement Working in a Software Engineering office / lab environment engaging with test equipment and electronic circuitry. Skillset / Experience Required: Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A strong understanding of what is required to create high quality software and the ability to support quality practices A good understanding of automation, continuous integration and DevOps principles and practices Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: 65.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) Essential Skillset & Tools Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A good understanding of automation, continuous integration Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers Overview: Technology matters more at MBDA. Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better. Join us as a Senior Software Engineer and take our technology and your career into new territories! You will be responsible for designing and developing Test equipment software to test the world leading and Complex missile systems and sub-components. Role Requirements / Responsibilities: Designing and developing Test Equipment software to test world leading complex missile systems and sub-components; Working with a wide range of teams and stakeholders across MBDA to deliver test software capability of products from early concept to production; Exploring and experimenting with new implementations and technologies to meet the ever-challenging customer requirements Challenging and implementing real change when opportunities arise in the way the software is developed both within test software and the wider software community Embracing Agility and delivering value to the company giving you are real sense of achievement Working in a Software Engineering office / lab environment engaging with test equipment and electronic circuitry. Skillset / Experience Required: Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. Previous experience working in an agile development team. A strong understanding of what is required to create high quality software and the ability to support quality practices A good understanding of automation, continuous integration and DevOps principles and practices Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers.
Software Project Manager Remote (UK-based) £75,000 - £90,000 DOE Lead complex software delivery. Drive real impact. TwinStream delivers mission-critical technology solutions in some of the UK's most complex and security-conscious environments. Founded by engineers and built on technical excellence, we're now a team of 100+ specialists helping clients solve challenging technical problems. We're looking for an experienced Software Project Manager who can confidently lead delivery across multiple software projects and workstreams, bringing clarity, structure and momentum without unnecessary process. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping how we deliver as we continue to grow. Key Responsibilities of the Software Project Manager Coordinate delivery across multiple software projects and programmes. Work closely with Technical Leads, engineers and stakeholders to align priorities and outcomes. Manage risks, dependencies and blockers before they impact delivery. Champion agile, flow-based delivery practices using Kanban principles. Provide clear, concise reporting and delivery visibility to senior stakeholders. Support roadmap planning, estimation and continuous improvement initiatives. What we're looking for Proven experience managing complex software delivery across multiple teams or workstreams. Strong understanding of Agile, Kanban and flow-based delivery approaches. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience identifying and managing programme-level risks and dependencies. Pragmatic, organised and comfortable working in fast-moving environments. Why TwinStream? Fully remote working Salary of £75,000 - £90,000 DOE 8% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance including dental and optical cover Learning & development support Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance and cycle-to-work scheme Regular company events and socials Eligibility Due to the nature of our work, applicants must be UK-based and eligible for DV Security Clearance . Diversity & Inclusion We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll be happy to support you. All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of the relevant security screening and clearance process.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Software Project Manager Remote (UK-based) £75,000 - £90,000 DOE Lead complex software delivery. Drive real impact. TwinStream delivers mission-critical technology solutions in some of the UK's most complex and security-conscious environments. Founded by engineers and built on technical excellence, we're now a team of 100+ specialists helping clients solve challenging technical problems. We're looking for an experienced Software Project Manager who can confidently lead delivery across multiple software projects and workstreams, bringing clarity, structure and momentum without unnecessary process. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping how we deliver as we continue to grow. Key Responsibilities of the Software Project Manager Coordinate delivery across multiple software projects and programmes. Work closely with Technical Leads, engineers and stakeholders to align priorities and outcomes. Manage risks, dependencies and blockers before they impact delivery. Champion agile, flow-based delivery practices using Kanban principles. Provide clear, concise reporting and delivery visibility to senior stakeholders. Support roadmap planning, estimation and continuous improvement initiatives. What we're looking for Proven experience managing complex software delivery across multiple teams or workstreams. Strong understanding of Agile, Kanban and flow-based delivery approaches. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience identifying and managing programme-level risks and dependencies. Pragmatic, organised and comfortable working in fast-moving environments. Why TwinStream? Fully remote working Salary of £75,000 - £90,000 DOE 8% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance including dental and optical cover Learning & development support Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance and cycle-to-work scheme Regular company events and socials Eligibility Due to the nature of our work, applicants must be UK-based and eligible for DV Security Clearance . Diversity & Inclusion We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll be happy to support you. All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of the relevant security screening and clearance process.
Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline Duration: 10 Month Contract Location: Gaydon Rate: 33.88 per hour inside IR35 About the Role At Contechs, we are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for a Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline to join their Vehicle Dynamics team. This team is responsible for delivering world-class ride, steering, handling, and stability control systems . You will play a key role in developing and delivering advanced stability functions including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), ABS, Torque Vectoring, Traction Control, and Driveline Distribution . This is a highly hands-on role, covering the full lifecycle from requirements definition through to calibration, validation, and vehicle sign-off , working across multiple vehicle platforms. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery of Stability Control Systems (SCS), ABS and driveline calibration for vehicle programmes, ensuring attribute targets and timing are met Support Product Owners with system development, tuning, and road release activities Lead calibration, validation, and sign-off activities , including limit driving and prescriptive manoeuvres Manage test preparation and planning , including vehicles, logistics, and overseas test activity Coordinate software release activities with internal and external stakeholders Perform fault analysis and issue resolution across functional and calibration parameters Ensure effective integration of stability control software with interfacing systems Produce test reports, progress tracking, and attribute assessments Maintain compliance with Vehicle Dynamics specifications and RIS requirements What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in automotive chassis engineering / vehicle dynamics within an OEM or Tier 1 environment Strong expertise in tuning stability control systems , including: Stability Control ABS Traction Control Driveline Distribution Advanced limit handling driving skills across varying friction conditions (Mu levels and surfaces) Experience at European proving grounds such as IdiAda, Nard , N rburgring Experience with off-road driving and traction management systems Hands-on experience with Vector tools and ETAS INCA Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet demanding deadlines Flexible approach, including travel and extended working hours when required Desirable Experience with Bosch MM6 data analysis tools Knowledge of HiL / SiL development and validation processes Background in control system development Why Contechs? Contechs is a leading automotive recruitment and engineering consultancy, connecting top talent with cutting-edge projects across the mobility sector. We provide: Access to industry-leading OEM and Tier 1 projects Flexible contract and permanent opportunities Ongoing support from specialist automotive recruiters Apply Now If you're a driven Vehicle Dynamics engineer with a passion for delivering high-performance stability systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline Duration: 10 Month Contract Location: Gaydon Rate: 33.88 per hour inside IR35 About the Role At Contechs, we are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for a Senior Engineer - Stability Control Systems & Driveline to join their Vehicle Dynamics team. This team is responsible for delivering world-class ride, steering, handling, and stability control systems . You will play a key role in developing and delivering advanced stability functions including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), ABS, Torque Vectoring, Traction Control, and Driveline Distribution . This is a highly hands-on role, covering the full lifecycle from requirements definition through to calibration, validation, and vehicle sign-off , working across multiple vehicle platforms. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery of Stability Control Systems (SCS), ABS and driveline calibration for vehicle programmes, ensuring attribute targets and timing are met Support Product Owners with system development, tuning, and road release activities Lead calibration, validation, and sign-off activities , including limit driving and prescriptive manoeuvres Manage test preparation and planning , including vehicles, logistics, and overseas test activity Coordinate software release activities with internal and external stakeholders Perform fault analysis and issue resolution across functional and calibration parameters Ensure effective integration of stability control software with interfacing systems Produce test reports, progress tracking, and attribute assessments Maintain compliance with Vehicle Dynamics specifications and RIS requirements What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in automotive chassis engineering / vehicle dynamics within an OEM or Tier 1 environment Strong expertise in tuning stability control systems , including: Stability Control ABS Traction Control Driveline Distribution Advanced limit handling driving skills across varying friction conditions (Mu levels and surfaces) Experience at European proving grounds such as IdiAda, Nard , N rburgring Experience with off-road driving and traction management systems Hands-on experience with Vector tools and ETAS INCA Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet demanding deadlines Flexible approach, including travel and extended working hours when required Desirable Experience with Bosch MM6 data analysis tools Knowledge of HiL / SiL development and validation processes Background in control system development Why Contechs? Contechs is a leading automotive recruitment and engineering consultancy, connecting top talent with cutting-edge projects across the mobility sector. We provide: Access to industry-leading OEM and Tier 1 projects Flexible contract and permanent opportunities Ongoing support from specialist automotive recruiters Apply Now If you're a driven Vehicle Dynamics engineer with a passion for delivering high-performance stability systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Software Engineer - Up to £160,000 - London Title : Software Engineer Company : AI Startup Location : London Pay : Up to £160,000 Additional: Very strong stock options Company : A recently funded AI start up, spun out from an elite academic institution are looking to grow their software engineering team, specifically with a mission-critical hire to help scale their systems holistically while leading new devel click apply for full job details
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Software Engineer - Up to £160,000 - London Title : Software Engineer Company : AI Startup Location : London Pay : Up to £160,000 Additional: Very strong stock options Company : A recently funded AI start up, spun out from an elite academic institution are looking to grow their software engineering team, specifically with a mission-critical hire to help scale their systems holistically while leading new devel click apply for full job details
Location Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations - Cardiff , Glasgow or London . We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow. About the job Job summary Technology plays a vital role in supporting the schemes that are helping drive the UK's transition to greener energy, and at Ofgem, we're seeking a Senior Software Developer to help build and evolve the applications that underpin this work. Ofgem is Great Britain's independent energy regulator. We're at the forefront of change across the sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting consumers, especially vulnerable people. We're offering a permanent opportunity within our Digital Development team where you'll play a vital role in the development and upkeep of digital services that support major green energy and social schemes operating across the energy sector. You'll have the chance to work on meaningful digital products that directly support renewable energy and wider consumer-focused initiatives, helping shape how applications are developed, improved and maintained across the division. Alongside mentoring junior colleagues, you'll work with a range of talented developers, technical leads and multidisciplinary colleagues within our supportive and highly collaborative environment. You'll bring significant experience developing data-driven web applications using Microsoft technologies, including C#, Entity Framework Core, SQL Server and Microsoft Azure. Alongside strong cloud and microservices knowledge, you'll have experience applying modern software design principles, supporting scalable application development and contributing to high-quality engineering practices. Strong communication skills and the ability to support and guide others within a collaborative team environment will also be essential. In return, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to digital services that support major renewable energy and social schemes across the UK, applying your expertise to work that is both meaningful and technically engaging. You'll join a forward-looking environment where innovation, collaboration and development are actively encouraged. We have a critical purpose to ensure the systems and digital services supporting renewable energy and social schemes remain effective, secure and fit for the future. Join us and help build the applications that support that mission. Read on and find out more. Job description Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and support key Ofgem scheme applications. Create and maintain technical documentation for business applications. Support the Technical Lead in technical decisions and team leadership. Mentor junior colleagues to foster their professional development. Manage workloads and prioritize tasks as Work Manager when needed. Suggest and implement improvements to the development process. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions. Ensure adherence to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. Key Outputs and Deliverables Ensuring that products developed internally and externally are technically and functionally suitable for Ofgem. Develop high quality, secure software as part of a team. Contribute to, and advancing ideas for continuous improvement. Champion best practices in Software Development. Person specification Essential Criteria Significant demonstrable knowledge and experience in developing data-driven web applications using Microsoft technologies, including proficiency in C# for creating robust and scalable web applications, expertise in using Entity Framework Core for efficient data access and manipulation, strong experience in designing, querying, and managing databases with SQL Server, and proficiency in deploying, managing, and scaling applications on Microsoft Azure. (Lead Criteria) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Comfortable deputizing for the Technical Lead when required, with the ability to step into a leadership role, manage teams, and ensure project delivery in the absence of the Technical Lead. (Lead Criteria) Knowledge and experience in applying common design patterns to solve software design problems, proficiency in writing and executing unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability, and a strong understanding and application of SOLID principles to create maintainable and scalable software. Demonstrable experience with cloud technologies, including designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based architectures, proficiency in using containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and broad knowledge of cloud services and platforms with a focus on scalability, security, and performance. Ability to guide, mentor, and support junior team members in their professional development, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations - Cardiff , Glasgow or London . We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow. About the job Job summary Technology plays a vital role in supporting the schemes that are helping drive the UK's transition to greener energy, and at Ofgem, we're seeking a Senior Software Developer to help build and evolve the applications that underpin this work. Ofgem is Great Britain's independent energy regulator. We're at the forefront of change across the sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting consumers, especially vulnerable people. We're offering a permanent opportunity within our Digital Development team where you'll play a vital role in the development and upkeep of digital services that support major green energy and social schemes operating across the energy sector. You'll have the chance to work on meaningful digital products that directly support renewable energy and wider consumer-focused initiatives, helping shape how applications are developed, improved and maintained across the division. Alongside mentoring junior colleagues, you'll work with a range of talented developers, technical leads and multidisciplinary colleagues within our supportive and highly collaborative environment. You'll bring significant experience developing data-driven web applications using Microsoft technologies, including C#, Entity Framework Core, SQL Server and Microsoft Azure. Alongside strong cloud and microservices knowledge, you'll have experience applying modern software design principles, supporting scalable application development and contributing to high-quality engineering practices. Strong communication skills and the ability to support and guide others within a collaborative team environment will also be essential. In return, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to digital services that support major renewable energy and social schemes across the UK, applying your expertise to work that is both meaningful and technically engaging. You'll join a forward-looking environment where innovation, collaboration and development are actively encouraged. We have a critical purpose to ensure the systems and digital services supporting renewable energy and social schemes remain effective, secure and fit for the future. Join us and help build the applications that support that mission. Read on and find out more. Job description Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and support key Ofgem scheme applications. Create and maintain technical documentation for business applications. Support the Technical Lead in technical decisions and team leadership. Mentor junior colleagues to foster their professional development. Manage workloads and prioritize tasks as Work Manager when needed. Suggest and implement improvements to the development process. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions. Ensure adherence to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. Key Outputs and Deliverables Ensuring that products developed internally and externally are technically and functionally suitable for Ofgem. Develop high quality, secure software as part of a team. Contribute to, and advancing ideas for continuous improvement. Champion best practices in Software Development. Person specification Essential Criteria Significant demonstrable knowledge and experience in developing data-driven web applications using Microsoft technologies, including proficiency in C# for creating robust and scalable web applications, expertise in using Entity Framework Core for efficient data access and manipulation, strong experience in designing, querying, and managing databases with SQL Server, and proficiency in deploying, managing, and scaling applications on Microsoft Azure. (Lead Criteria) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Comfortable deputizing for the Technical Lead when required, with the ability to step into a leadership role, manage teams, and ensure project delivery in the absence of the Technical Lead. (Lead Criteria) Knowledge and experience in applying common design patterns to solve software design problems, proficiency in writing and executing unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability, and a strong understanding and application of SOLID principles to create maintainable and scalable software. Demonstrable experience with cloud technologies, including designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based architectures, proficiency in using containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and broad knowledge of cloud services and platforms with a focus on scalability, security, and performance. Ability to guide, mentor, and support junior team members in their professional development, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team.
This role has a starting salary of £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are pleased to be recruiting an Assistant Traffic Systems Engineer to join our busy Traffic Systems Maintenance Team, responsible for assuring the traffic lights and related technology are maintained and operating to a high standard. The team is currently based in Leatherhead; however, the role is countywide and will require occasional travel across Surrey to support the maintenance and operation of traffic signals. The role operates on a hybrid working arrangement, which is currently 2 days per week in the office and 3 days working from home but may be liable to change. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The Traffic Operations team of Surrey County Council work together to ensure traffic flow is managed - delivering reliable and efficient low-carbon journeys through effective maintenance, innovative design and technology. Using smart data to manage congestion to the benefit of people travelling on the road network, while mitigating the impact of events and incidents that occur on Surrey roads. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking team and develop your career within traffic systems maintenance, helping to improve the reliability and efficiency of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems network. About the Role As an Assistant Traffic Engineer, you will support the operation and maintenance of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), helping to ensure the effective management of the highway network and the reduction of congestion. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and expected to demonstrate the Surrey Way behaviours of being Ambitious, Inclusive, Collaborative and Dynamic. You will work as part of a maintenance team consisting of one Senior Engineer and two Technical Assistants, collaborating closely with contractors and wider teams. With appropriate guidance and training, you will support the operation of traffic signals and the maintenance of existing Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) equipment. Your responsibilities will also include responding to damage to county assets, assisting with traffic management arrangements during repair works, and ensuring activities are carried out safely and efficiently. You will also support site chart amendments using AutoCAD and other relevant software, as well as analysing asset data and maintaining accurate records. This includes reviewing inspections carried out by contractor and ensuring compliance with required standards. In addition, you will assist with financial processes by checking bills and invoices for accuracy, you will also respond to enquiries from members of the public, councillors, and other stakeholders. If you enjoy troubleshooting and have an interest in understanding how systems work this role will be well suited to you. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: An understanding of current intelligent traffic systems (ITS), including control methodologies, controller specifications and associated software applications A basic understanding of design, operation and maintenance of traffic control systems Understanding of CAD and associated traffic signal applications such as AutoCAD An understanding of finance, checking bills, invoices for accuracy Ability to communicate professionally with contractors / consultants and stakeholders A relevant Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC/CertHE) or relevant experience The role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, please submit your CV along with a personal statement outlining why you should be considered for this role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are pleased to be recruiting an Assistant Traffic Systems Engineer to join our busy Traffic Systems Maintenance Team, responsible for assuring the traffic lights and related technology are maintained and operating to a high standard. The team is currently based in Leatherhead; however, the role is countywide and will require occasional travel across Surrey to support the maintenance and operation of traffic signals. The role operates on a hybrid working arrangement, which is currently 2 days per week in the office and 3 days working from home but may be liable to change. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The Traffic Operations team of Surrey County Council work together to ensure traffic flow is managed - delivering reliable and efficient low-carbon journeys through effective maintenance, innovative design and technology. Using smart data to manage congestion to the benefit of people travelling on the road network, while mitigating the impact of events and incidents that occur on Surrey roads. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking team and develop your career within traffic systems maintenance, helping to improve the reliability and efficiency of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems network. About the Role As an Assistant Traffic Engineer, you will support the operation and maintenance of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), helping to ensure the effective management of the highway network and the reduction of congestion. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and expected to demonstrate the Surrey Way behaviours of being Ambitious, Inclusive, Collaborative and Dynamic. You will work as part of a maintenance team consisting of one Senior Engineer and two Technical Assistants, collaborating closely with contractors and wider teams. With appropriate guidance and training, you will support the operation of traffic signals and the maintenance of existing Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) equipment. Your responsibilities will also include responding to damage to county assets, assisting with traffic management arrangements during repair works, and ensuring activities are carried out safely and efficiently. You will also support site chart amendments using AutoCAD and other relevant software, as well as analysing asset data and maintaining accurate records. This includes reviewing inspections carried out by contractor and ensuring compliance with required standards. In addition, you will assist with financial processes by checking bills and invoices for accuracy, you will also respond to enquiries from members of the public, councillors, and other stakeholders. If you enjoy troubleshooting and have an interest in understanding how systems work this role will be well suited to you. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: An understanding of current intelligent traffic systems (ITS), including control methodologies, controller specifications and associated software applications A basic understanding of design, operation and maintenance of traffic control systems Understanding of CAD and associated traffic signal applications such as AutoCAD An understanding of finance, checking bills, invoices for accuracy Ability to communicate professionally with contractors / consultants and stakeholders A relevant Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC/CertHE) or relevant experience The role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, please submit your CV along with a personal statement outlining why you should be considered for this role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.
Location Gillingham (Kent), Manchester, Stratford About the job Job summary Discover what it's like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. HMRC's Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) is responsible for the department's civil and criminal investigations. Covert Operations, Digital Exploitation (CODE) sits within FIS. Working across Law Enforcement and government, CODE provides investigative tools and covert techniques to front-line investigations and works with key partners to develop and provide access to new technology and systems to enable investigators to respond to serious and complex tax evasion and crime. This role sits within the CODE Technology Infrastructure Team (CTI) which is part of FIS CODE Capability, Development, Infrastructure & Innovation (CDII) and plays an integral role in His Majesty's Government's fight against serious and organised crime, supporting investigations totalling hundreds of millions of pounds each year. CTI supports FIS CODE and all wider FIS investigations. CODE Technology Infrastructure (CTI) is responsible for delivering a broad portfolio of change initiatives, both to sustain and transform FIS's legacy sensitive technologies and to deliver innovative new solutions, designed around our customers' needs. CTI works in an integrated way to combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change to maximise impact and ensure sustainability. As FIS grows, so does the need for Infrastructure support. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is an amazing opportunity for any experienced, forward thinking and focused individual who has a passion for technology. If you flourish with dealing with diverse challenges, enjoy delivering exceptional support to users, growing your knowledge and want to work with a like-minded and supportive team then this may be the role for you. Job description As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will ensure robust, reliable high-performance systems and services meet business needs. You'll be responsible for building, administration, maintenance, and monitoring of diverse systems. This includes servers, storage, endpoint management, networks, telephony, and business applications. You will work closely with other Infrastructure managers and collaborate closely with fellow engineers to provide support and have responsibility for project delivery across a wide spectrum of IT systems. You'll also engage frequently with other teams and departments outside of IT to achieve shared objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future technical direction within a dynamic and innovative team environment which is vital to the successful delivery of FIS CODE Technology Infrastructure. For more information about our Directorates, Lines of Business and some of our roles, please visit the FIS Careers pages (opens in new window). Person specification We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient individual who can deliver in an impactful way within a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. This is an IT Technical role, and you will already have an Infrastructure background with technical understanding of infrastructure (i.e, virtual machines, datacentres and environments). The successful candidate will be undertaking the following (but not limited to): Technical Lead and direct a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, ensuring services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Provide direction and support to junior engineers. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Lead and work collaboratively within a high performing, technically skilled team, sharing ideas and best practices, while also demonstrating the initiative to work independently with minimal supervision. Play a leading role in the planning, designing, maintaining, and improving FIS Infrastructure services and technologies. Work closely with third party providers, to support the delivery of infrastructure services, and collaborate with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operation infrastructure. You can break complex issues down into their component parts to identify and diagnose root causes, and you are skilled at troubleshooting and identifying problems across different technology capabilities. Communication We are looking for an excellent communicator who can describe basic technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and you will regularly be expected to provide verbal updates and produce written user documentation on BAU taskings and projects. Additional responsibilities This may include participating in technical workshops to assess business requirements to support possible changes to existing services, identifying requirements and quantifying benefits. Travel and On Call Regular travel within the UK for meetings and infrastructure work will be required with occasional overnight stays. You will be required to work out of hours on an on-call rota, weekdays and weekends. Essential Criteria Extensive experience with network technologies such as Cisco routing and switching, Fortinet, ACI, Cisco Firepower, Core Network Knowledge such as IPv4, DNS, DHCP, subnetting etc and the use of ACLs in hardware and software firewalls. Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Windows domains and Systems Administrations Extensive awareness or experience of Data Centre Management and Enterprise Hardware such as HP or PURE Storage. Experience of Enterprise Class Operating Systems (Windows, Linux etc). Experience with Virtualisation such as VMWare, HyperV, or similar. Experience in providing support and guidance to other junior colleagues. Demonstrable experience in Troubleshooting and problem solving. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of best practice security principles information security and disaster recovery. Desirable Criteria Qualifications in Information Technology or a related field and/or practical experience supporting an IT environment. Qualifications and certifications held may include (but are not limited to): MCSE, CCNA, SAA-C03, etc. Exposure to, or awareness of automation, scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, TypeScript, etc.). Awareness of public cloud technologies or an interest to learn more. ITIL Foundation Qualification or demonstrable understanding of ITIL Lifecycle Standards. Exposure to, or experience working with DevOps processes and practices. Experience working with Gitlab or other CI/CD tools. Knowledge of Solution Architecture. Knowledge of Containerisation. Full UK Driving Licence.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Gillingham (Kent), Manchester, Stratford About the job Job summary Discover what it's like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. HMRC's Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) is responsible for the department's civil and criminal investigations. Covert Operations, Digital Exploitation (CODE) sits within FIS. Working across Law Enforcement and government, CODE provides investigative tools and covert techniques to front-line investigations and works with key partners to develop and provide access to new technology and systems to enable investigators to respond to serious and complex tax evasion and crime. This role sits within the CODE Technology Infrastructure Team (CTI) which is part of FIS CODE Capability, Development, Infrastructure & Innovation (CDII) and plays an integral role in His Majesty's Government's fight against serious and organised crime, supporting investigations totalling hundreds of millions of pounds each year. CTI supports FIS CODE and all wider FIS investigations. CODE Technology Infrastructure (CTI) is responsible for delivering a broad portfolio of change initiatives, both to sustain and transform FIS's legacy sensitive technologies and to deliver innovative new solutions, designed around our customers' needs. CTI works in an integrated way to combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change to maximise impact and ensure sustainability. As FIS grows, so does the need for Infrastructure support. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is an amazing opportunity for any experienced, forward thinking and focused individual who has a passion for technology. If you flourish with dealing with diverse challenges, enjoy delivering exceptional support to users, growing your knowledge and want to work with a like-minded and supportive team then this may be the role for you. Job description As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will ensure robust, reliable high-performance systems and services meet business needs. You'll be responsible for building, administration, maintenance, and monitoring of diverse systems. This includes servers, storage, endpoint management, networks, telephony, and business applications. You will work closely with other Infrastructure managers and collaborate closely with fellow engineers to provide support and have responsibility for project delivery across a wide spectrum of IT systems. You'll also engage frequently with other teams and departments outside of IT to achieve shared objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future technical direction within a dynamic and innovative team environment which is vital to the successful delivery of FIS CODE Technology Infrastructure. For more information about our Directorates, Lines of Business and some of our roles, please visit the FIS Careers pages (opens in new window). Person specification We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient individual who can deliver in an impactful way within a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. This is an IT Technical role, and you will already have an Infrastructure background with technical understanding of infrastructure (i.e, virtual machines, datacentres and environments). The successful candidate will be undertaking the following (but not limited to): Technical Lead and direct a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, ensuring services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Provide direction and support to junior engineers. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Lead and work collaboratively within a high performing, technically skilled team, sharing ideas and best practices, while also demonstrating the initiative to work independently with minimal supervision. Play a leading role in the planning, designing, maintaining, and improving FIS Infrastructure services and technologies. Work closely with third party providers, to support the delivery of infrastructure services, and collaborate with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operation infrastructure. You can break complex issues down into their component parts to identify and diagnose root causes, and you are skilled at troubleshooting and identifying problems across different technology capabilities. Communication We are looking for an excellent communicator who can describe basic technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and you will regularly be expected to provide verbal updates and produce written user documentation on BAU taskings and projects. Additional responsibilities This may include participating in technical workshops to assess business requirements to support possible changes to existing services, identifying requirements and quantifying benefits. Travel and On Call Regular travel within the UK for meetings and infrastructure work will be required with occasional overnight stays. You will be required to work out of hours on an on-call rota, weekdays and weekends. Essential Criteria Extensive experience with network technologies such as Cisco routing and switching, Fortinet, ACI, Cisco Firepower, Core Network Knowledge such as IPv4, DNS, DHCP, subnetting etc and the use of ACLs in hardware and software firewalls. Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Windows domains and Systems Administrations Extensive awareness or experience of Data Centre Management and Enterprise Hardware such as HP or PURE Storage. Experience of Enterprise Class Operating Systems (Windows, Linux etc). Experience with Virtualisation such as VMWare, HyperV, or similar. Experience in providing support and guidance to other junior colleagues. Demonstrable experience in Troubleshooting and problem solving. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of best practice security principles information security and disaster recovery. Desirable Criteria Qualifications in Information Technology or a related field and/or practical experience supporting an IT environment. Qualifications and certifications held may include (but are not limited to): MCSE, CCNA, SAA-C03, etc. Exposure to, or awareness of automation, scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, TypeScript, etc.). Awareness of public cloud technologies or an interest to learn more. ITIL Foundation Qualification or demonstrable understanding of ITIL Lifecycle Standards. Exposure to, or experience working with DevOps processes and practices. Experience working with Gitlab or other CI/CD tools. Knowledge of Solution Architecture. Knowledge of Containerisation. Full UK Driving Licence.
Sanderson Government & Defence
City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The Role As a Senior Java Developer, you will: Champion best practices in software development, including coding standards, branching strategies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration, and Continuous Testing. Collaborate with technical leads to design and implement scalable microservices architectures and ensure seamless integration across technical components. Support test automation activities by working closely with QA engineers to validate both functional and non-functional requirements. Actively contribute within an Agile Scrum environment, participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Mentor and support team members while contributing across development and testing activities to help deliver high-quality solutions. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
The Role As a Senior Java Developer, you will: Champion best practices in software development, including coding standards, branching strategies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration, and Continuous Testing. Collaborate with technical leads to design and implement scalable microservices architectures and ensure seamless integration across technical components. Support test automation activities by working closely with QA engineers to validate both functional and non-functional requirements. Actively contribute within an Agile Scrum environment, participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Mentor and support team members while contributing across development and testing activities to help deliver high-quality solutions. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.