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Software Architect Based in Stevenage Salary up to £80,000 + 21% bonus + strong benefits Not every architect role lets you shape something that actually matters. This one does. You ll take ownership of the software architecture behind complex, real-world systems, defining how everything fits together, performs, and scales. Not just diagrams and theory, but architecture that drives delivery. You might already be an Architect. Or you might be the person everyone turns to when the design decisions get difficult. Either way, this is your step up. What you ll be doing: Owning end-to-end software architecture across high-integrity systems Defining structure, interfaces, and real-time behaviour Turning requirements into robust, scalable designs Working closely with engineers, architects, and technical specialists Influencing tools, technologies, and long-term strategy What you ll bring: Strong software design and architecture experience A background in complex or real-time systems Confidence making technical decisions that others rely on Ability to explain the why behind design choices Experience across multiple languages or tech stacks Why this role stands out: Bonus up to 21% Pension up to 14% Clear route into senior / strategic architecture Hybrid working, typically 3 4 days on site Work that genuinely has real-world impact You ll be working at the cutting edge of advanced engineering, building systems where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable. If you re ready to move from contributing to architecture to owning it, this is the move.

The Opportunity An established building services and sustainability consultancy is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated BREEAM Assessor to join its growing sustainability team. The business delivers integrated engineering and low carbon consultancy services across a broad range of sectors including commercial, industrial, education, residential, healthcare, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting sustainable design strategies and environmental certification delivery across projects throughout the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career within a collaborative and technically focused consultancy environment, working alongside experienced engineers and sustainability professionals. Key Responsibilities Deliver BREEAM assessments from pre-assessment through to final certification Prepare, coordinate, and review evidence submissions in line with BRE requirements Provide sustainability advice to clients, contractors, architects, and project teams Support project teams in achieving targeted BREEAM ratings Review drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation Attend client meetings, design workshops, and site visits where required Assist with wider sustainability and low carbon consultancy services Monitor project progress against environmental and sustainability objectives Produce high-quality technical reports and assessment documentation Maintain up-to-date knowledge of BREEAM standards, legislation, and industry best practice Candidate Requirements Essential Licensed BREEAM Assessor accreditation Experience delivering BREEAM assessments within the UK construction industry Strong understanding of sustainable building design and environmental legislation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages Desirable BREEAM AP qualification Experience within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment Knowledge of low carbon design principles and energy strategies Familiarity with: One Click LCA IES VE Energy modelling software Embodied carbon assessments Degree qualified in Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Building Services, Construction, or related discipline Personal Attributes Proactive and detail-oriented Strong team player with a collaborative approach Client-focused with good commercial awareness Passionate about sustainability and low energy building design Able to work independently and manage competing priorities Benefits Competitive salary package Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Pension scheme Ongoing professional development and training Support towards professional memberships and accreditations Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects Clear career progression within a growing consultancy environment Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

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

Want to join a company that is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance minimum 5 years UK residency Working: On site Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. Senior Test Development Engineer This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise within a strong R&D environment. As the team continues to grow, there will also be clear opportunities for progression into more senior roles. In this position, you will be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification, validation, and lifecycle support of test equipment at board, sub-system, and system level. You will contribute to advanced technologies supporting Control Actuation Systems, Guidance Electronics, and GPS Anti-Jamming capabilities across land, sea, air, and space domains. Key Responsibilities Design and develop functional test equipment for electronic systems Lead and support hardware and software integration, including troubleshooting activities Provide lifecycle and production support, including issue resolution and obsolescence management Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust and scalable test solutions Lead design reviews and produce high-quality technical documentation Mentor and support the development of junior engineers Essential Skills & Experience Test development hardware design Creation of wiring schedules System interface design Working knowledge of NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand Strong technical documentation skills Experience handing over designs into production environments Excellent hardware troubleshooting capability Experience supporting and debugging system integration Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (minimum BPSS) Desirable Experience Significant industry experience in test development Knowledge of PXI/LXI test architectures Understanding of measurement uncertainty and its application Experience with LabVIEW, CVI, TestStand, and C# Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services) Location: Essex (Hybrid Working) Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 + Benefits About the Company: We are a growing, well-established building services consultancy based in Essex, known for our friendly, supportive, and close-knit team environment. As a smaller organisation, we pride ourselves on our "family feel" culture-where collaboration, trust, and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do.Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we are now looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality mechanical building services designs across a variety of sectors, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.You will lead projects from concept through to completion, working closely with clients, architects, and internal stakeholders.Key Responsibilities Lead the design and specification of mechanical building services systems (HVAC, public health, etc.) Manage projects from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design and handover Produce and review technical drawings, specifications, and calculations Attend client meetings and provide expert technical advice Mentor and support junior engineers within the team Coordinate with other disciplines (electrical, structural, architectural) Ensure compliance with relevant UK standards and regulations (CIBSE, Building Regulations, etc.) Contribute to innovative and sustainable design solutions About You Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent) Minimum 5+ years' experience in a building services consultancy environment Strong knowledge of mechanical design standards and best practices Experience using industry software (e.g. Hevacomp, IES, Revit, AutoCAD) Ideally working towards or already Chartered (CIBSE/IMechE) Excellent communication and client-facing skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively What We Offer Competitive salary of 60,000 - 70,000 Hybrid working (flexibility between home and office) Friendly, supportive "family-feel" culture Clear career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership Flexible working environment that promotes work-life balance Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but ambitious consultancy where your voice is heard, your work is valued, and you can genuinely make an impact. You'll be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth team that supports each other and celebrates success together. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

My client, who is an award-winning practice of Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers, based in Newcastle are looking to bolster an established, successful team with an Architectural Technician / Technologist. This is an excellent career opportunity to build and develop their career further within an inspiring practice with a very good workload within the residential and commercial sector. Working on a range of schemes within these sectors, projects will vary from small alterations to large multi-million pound developments. The successful individual will be working as part of the team and independently within the practice, running projects through design and technical delivery, attend site visits as well as complete site inspections. This practice uses Revit on a daily basis so it is essential that the successful Architectural Technician / Technologist have an excellent knowledge of this software. The successful individual will have the opportunity to communicate directly with clients, and have their say in projects design. This position will require someone who has had 5+ years' experience within the industry. Position Overview. Revit capability of a good level. Work independently as well as in a team. Attend Site Visits. Complete Site Inspections. Create building regulation drawings and technical detailing. Work closely with clients and contactors. Minimum 2 Years Post Qualification Experience. Excellent knowledge of Revit/AutoCAD. Highly motivated with an excellent work ethic. High technical detailing ability. Thorough knowledge of Building Regulations. A

Electrical Design Engineer - Intermediate Level 30,000 - 40,000 per annum London Office based Overview Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with a passion for sustainability? Join a leading consultancy in building services engineering, renowned for delivering cutting-edge, high-quality engineering designs across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. We are seeking a talented professional to join our clients team and contribute to their mission of providing best-in-class solutions that exceed industry standards. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, manage end-to-end processes, and make a meaningful impact in the field of building services engineering. Benefits Competitive salary of 30,000 - 40,000. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive and collaborative work environment. The chance to work on innovative and sustainable projects across various sectors. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in building services engineering. Day-to-Day Designing and developing innovative electrical systems for a variety of building types. Conducting site visits to assess existing systems and gather data for project planning. Collaborating with clients, architects, and contractors to ensure project requirements are met. Preparing detailed technical reports, schematics, and design proposals. Ensuring all designs comply with UK regulations and industry standards. Managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery. Responsibilities Electrical Design: Develop electrical layouts for commercial and residential buildings, including power distribution, lighting & lighting control systems, and life safety systems. Site Surveys: Conduct independent site surveys to assess existing systems, gather technical data, and create detailed reports and schematics with actionable recommendations. System Design: Design lighting, CCTV, telecoms, and fire alarm systems. Client Liaison: Confidently present design proposals and reports to clients, explaining technical aspects in clear, non-technical terms. Collaborate with developers, architects, contractors, and designers to ensure project success. Project Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, senior engineers, and other team members to ensure timely project delivery while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs meet UK regulations and industry standards, including LET Wiring Regulations, CIBSE guidelines, and BSRIA guides. Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will need: A degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Master's degree preferred). 3-5+ years of experience in UK building services. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux or Relux, and other relevant design software. Strong understanding of UK building regulations and standards. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical designs and reports to clients and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective client-facing communication and presentation skills. A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Sound interesting? Apply now to take the next step.

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Field Service Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining and supporting high-quality systems for customers within the UK and internationally, with a primary focus on defence and national security. Key Responsibilities: Engineering visits (preventive and corrective): Maintain, patch, update, and audit customer systems and products. Perform corrective maintenance and repairs to resolve customer issues. Support military exercises, demonstrations, and testing. Assist with customer acceptance testing of new deliveries/products. Deliver operator and maintainer training. Remote support: Provide 1st/2nd line support via the service desk for logged customer issues. Join an on-call 24/7 rota, with the possibility of attending customer sites at short notice. Infrastructure and Network support: Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022). Configure and manage firewall platforms (hardware and software-based). Maintain virtualised environments using platforms such as VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V. Customer Repairs (RMAs): Perform root cause analysis using logical and methodical approaches. Document corrective actions, summarise parts required, and create necessary reports and certificates. Job Requirements: Degree or HND/HNC qualified in an engineering discipline. Experience in Electronic Warfare Previous demonstrable experience of supporting hardware and infrastructure in the military sector. Understanding of LAN, WAN, and VLAN architectures; network hardware; firewalls; hypervisor; and Windows/Linux configuration and management. Knowledge of Crypto devices and experience in maintaining equipment in live environments. Understanding of hardware lifecycle management, upgrades, and capacity expansion planning and execution. Experience in service support of low volume, high-value products and systems in highly regulated environments. Awareness of ITIL (v3 or v4) best practices. Full UK driving licence. Benefits: Competitive salary. Additional flexible benefits covering health, wellbeing, savings, protection, and leisure. A supportive community with groups sharing various interests and passions. A commitment to Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Eligibility for DV clearance (residing in the UK for the last 10 years). Our client provides a friendly, creative, and inclusive environment supporting a diverse workforce and those with additional needs. If you are a driven Field Service Engineer passionate about defence and security and looking to contribute to meaningful projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.

Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.

Mid-Weight Interior Designer Full Time & Permanent Office / Studio Based Bath Up to 42,000 Do you have 3 years practical experience of working within workplace or commercial office design? Do you have a degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or equivalent? Interested in joining an award winning, dynamic and growing business? If you have answered "Yes!" to all of the above, then I would be very keen to hear from you! Our client is based in Bath and they are looking to recruit an experienced Interior Designer who can enthusiastically and passionately communicate commercial design concepts. As a Mid-Weight Designer, you will be influential in designing and creating inspirational workplaces which are tailored to specific people, brand, culture, purpose and environment. You'll demonstrate capability for content creation and an ability to sell the vision for a design pitch in front of multiple clients. Based in Bath, their creative team work on a range of commercial design and build projects, from bespoke office fit-outs to multi-million pound building refurbishments. Minimum Attributes and Skills: Proven communication skills. Excellent presentation skills, both visual and spoken. Be informed of workplace best practices. Have an up to date knowledge of materials, fabrics, and brands. Have design spatial awareness and ability to visualise the use of empty space. Ability to come up with creative solutions, problem solving and troubleshooting unexpected situations. Have enthusiasm, passion and confidence. Be relentlessly curious and have a desire to learn. Minimum Qualifications and Training: Have a minimum of 3 years practical work experience within workplace or commercial office design. A degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or equivalent. Knowledge and experience using various software packages including AutoCAD, Revit, Office 365, Procore, Sketchup + Enscape and Adobe suite. Thanks for your application! Successful candidates will be contacted within 7 working days of their applications. Should you not hear from us within this time, please assume that your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

Arboricultural Consultant - Bristol Are you an experienced Arboricultural Consultant looking to take the next step in your career? A highly respected, multidisciplinary environmental consultancy is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Arboricultural Consultant to join its expanding team based in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK, ranging from large-scale infrastructure developments and renewable energy schemes to residential and commercial projects. You'll be part of a collaborative team of arboricultural, ecological, and environmental specialists, delivering high-quality solutions that support sustainable development. Benefits; Flexible and hybrid working arrangements 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service An additional day off to celebrate your birthday Company pension scheme Paid professional memberships Ongoing CPD, training, and mentoring opportunities Clear career progression within a growing consultancy Regular team socials, away days, and networking events Cycle-to-work scheme and travel loan options As an Arboricultural Consultant, you'll play a key role in supporting a wide range of projects, providing expert arboricultural advice throughout the planning and development process. Key Responsibilities; Undertaking tree surveys in accordance with BS5837:2012 Preparing Arboricultural Impact Assessments, Method Statements, and technical reports Providing arboricultural input to planning applications and development projects Liaising with clients, local authorities, architects, and project teams Developing tree protection strategies and mitigation measures Supporting project delivery from inception through to completion About you; Degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Arboriculture or a related discipline Minimum of 2 years' experience within arboricultural consultancy or a similar role Strong tree identification and surveying skills Sound knowledge of BS5837:2012 and relevant planning legislation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence Membership of the Arboricultural Association (or working towards membership) is desirable Experience with CAD and/or GIS software would be advantageous You'll become part of a forward-thinking consultancy that places a strong emphasis on collaboration, professional development, and technical excellence. Working alongside ecologists, landscape architects, and environmental consultants, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that make a positive impact on the environment and local communities. Interested in hearing more? Apply today or contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity and other Arboricultural roles across the UK.

Architect and lead development of a new CAE platform UK remote, monthly London meetups; to £80k DoE This engineering software startup is poised for growth and set to break new ground in CAE, liberating engineers from traditional design and creative constraints. Developing a new platform based on founders track record in this field, they are seeking a Senior Software Architect / Developer to put architecture and systems in place, and go on to grow and lead a team of software engineers. You will have: Significant experience in software architecture, system design and development of complex engineering or scientific software systems. Technological breadth across potential development languages and platforms including desktop, web, and distributed computing which may include the cloud. A proven ability to design scalable and extensible architectures; develop cloud infrastructure and distributed systems; and use modern front-end technologies; selecting languages and platforms to best fit the solution. A strong understanding of software engineering best practices and a forward-thinking approach to take advantage of AI-assisted development processes. Experience leading software engineering teams applicable to a startup or scaleup environment. Work will be mostly remote within the UK, meeting monthly for two days in London. Full existing UK work permission is also required without time limit or sponsorship. A highly competitive salary is on offer, with further benefits anticipated in line with company growth. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call (phone number removed) or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: CV27642 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.

A great energy client based in London is looking for a Full Stack Python Engineer. Fantastic benefits, bonus, training, events, cycling scheme, pension, free breakfast and much more! If you're looking for a genuinely exceptional tech environment in London, this is it. The team is highly collaborative, technically strong, and incredibly supportive - a group of talented professionals who genuinely enjoy working together. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable software solutions, ensuring alignment with Principals and Architects. You must have at least 4 years Python experience Experience with Typescript and a years Javascript Key Requirements Strong expertise in Python web development frameworks (e.g., Django) and JavaScript/TypeScript, with experience working in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Skilled in applying software technical design principles to build scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions within modern cloud-based architectures. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience. Experience with CI/CD tools and practices. Strong problem-solving & communication skills. Adaptability/willingness to learn (e.g., Agile). Technical leadership (mentoring, best-practice guidance). Desirable: Experience with modern frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Node.js, Terraform, Celery). Experience with database schema design and query optimisation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, QA, and DevOps, to deliver high-quality features. Lead code reviews and technical discussions, and contribute to architectural decisions. Lead complex coding tasks; ensure code quality. Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Estimate work; lead delivery of features from the roadmap. Solve ambiguous problems with scalable solutions.

Technical Lead AI Inside IR35 3-days per week in Sheffield, 2-days remote We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead AI to join a leading financial services client, helping drive the evolution of modern software engineering through applied AI and intelligent automation. This role sits within a fraud protection environment, focused on building AI agents to detect financial crime events and improve software delivery efficiency across engineering teams. The successful candidate will combine strong full-stack engineering expertise with hands-on experience deploying and integrating large language models and agentic AI workflows into production environments. Key responsibilities: Designing and building AI agents for fraud detection and production engineering services Embedding AI capabilities across the software development lifecycle, from code creation through to delivery Improving engineering efficiency through AI-driven code validation, reviews, and automation Acting as a technical lead, mentoring and upskilling engineering teams while remaining hands-on Building scalable, production-grade software and AI-enabled platforms Requirements: Strong full-stack engineering background with Java, Spring Boot, and React Hands-on experience with LLMs and AI tooling such as Co-Pilot, Claude, OpenCode, or Mistral Experience building agentic AI workflows in enterprise environments Kubernetes and event-driven architecture experience, including Kafka and Google Pub/Sub Public cloud agnostic engineering experience Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership capability Additional information available on successful application.

I am looking for a permanent Senior Software Developer / Lead Software Developer for an extremely exciting business based in Plymouth. In this role you will be designing and building an enterprise level software solution with multiple applications for the business, a software solution that is being built from the ground up covering all functions and departments. Please note, this is a hybrid-working opportunity - you will be able to work from home 2-days per week. You will actually be working working a 4.5 days per week for full-time, 5-days per week pay . The working hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 7:30am to 12:30pm on Fridays . You will be responsible for leading the design, development and maintenance of the solution and its services across the full development lifecycle from architecture and design to deployment, delivery and ongoing support. You will be a key part of the development team and from the very start you will be given a high degree of freedom to apply your knowledge and experience of development, using a mixture of, .NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies (SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio - SSIS), ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile and Frontend Development (JavaScript/jQuery, React, Blazor) and Software Testing for this long-term and critical development programme. This is a hands-on role, so you MUST be a strong coder/programmer. The main technical stack in MS Technologies driven, so you need to be an expert in .NET and C# to be considered for the opportunity. Knowledge of Power BI is a bonus but is NOT a prerequisite for the role. You will take technical ownership, and you operate as a Senior Developer and Technical Lead so you MUST have experience working as a Senior Developer or Lead Developer to be considered for the position in previous posts. You will also be happy to share knowledge with more junior team members, and you will be a good communicator keen to interact with technical and non-technical staff. We are looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, candidates who can work independently as well as in a team environment, good communicators who are proactive and ambitious, keen to continue learning and staying ahead of technological trends. Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure/AWS, knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps and Architectural Patterns is a distinct bonus. NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies, SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Power BI, ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile, Frontend Development, JavaScript, jQuery, React, Blazor, Software Testing, AWS, Azure, Cloud, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Architecture, Design Patterns. The role comes with an incredibly competitive salary and a strong benefits package which includes a pension, good holiday (23.5 days + Bank Holidays), Insurance and much more! To be considered for this role you will need to be located within a commutable distance of Plymouth , Devon or you will be able to relocate to the Plymouth area. You MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship as our client is unable to sponsor. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Full Stack Engineer London Hybrid AI Product Scale Up (start-up) Python & TypeScript Salary: 80,000 - 95,000 + equity Location: London, hybrid working (1 day per week) A high growth AI product company is hiring a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join a strong engineering team building a platform already being used at meaningful scale. This is the kind of environment where engineers are trusted with real ownership, expected to contribute to technical direction, and surrounded by people who care deeply about building good products well. The product is live, revenue is strong, customers are using it daily, and growth is happening quickly enough that engineering quality and scalability now matter just as much as speed. They are still early enough that strong engineers can heavily influence architecture, product direction, engineering standards, and how the platform evolves over the next few years. What you'll be doing: Building end to end product features across frontend and backend Designing APIs, backend services, data models, and user facing functionality Improving platform performance, usability, reliability, and maintainability as usage scales Contributing to technical direction and engineering standards across the product Working closely with product and design teams to shape solutions collaboratively Mentoring and supporting other engineers through strong technical practice and communication Making pragmatic engineering decisions without overengineering everything into oblivion Tech stack: Frontend: Vue.js / TypeScript Backend: Python / FastAPI Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS / Azure, Terraform, GitHub Actions They are absolutely open to engineers from adjacent stacks. Strong product engineers are being considered if they are comfortable operating across modern web systems. What they're looking for: Strong experience building production software across frontend and backend systems Experience owning technical decisions and delivering customer facing product functionality Engineers who care about usability and product outcomes, not only clean abstractions Strong communication and collaboration skills Comfortable operating in ambiguity and making sensible trade offs Experience within startup, scale up, or product led environments is beneficial The calibre bar is high! The team is intentionally small, thoughtful, and technically strong. Engineers here are expected to contribute ideas, challenge assumptions, and operate with a high degree of autonomy. For the right person, it is one of those rare opportunities where you get meaningful ownership, a smart team, commercial traction, strong funding, and a product that is already proving itself in the market, without joining so late that all the interesting decisions have already been made. If you're interested and excited by making your mark on a growing organisation & working within a talented engineering team, then drop me a email at . Senior Full Stack Engineer London Hybrid AI Product Scale Up (start-up) Python & TypeScript

I am looking for a Middleweight Software Developer for a 6-month fixed-term contract opportunity for an extremely exciting business based in Plymouth. This role could potentially turn into a full-time permanent role before the end of the initial 6-month fixed-term contract. In this role you will be involved in developing and supporting enterprise level software solutions with multiple applications for the business, a software solution that is being built from the ground up covering all functions and departments. Please note, this is an hybrid working opportunity - you will be working from home 2-days per week and you will actually be working a 4.5 days per week for full-time, 5-days per week pay! The working hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 7:30am to 12:30pm on Fridays . In this role you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the a software solution and its services across the full development lifecycle from design to deployment, delivery and ongoing support. You will be given a high degree of freedom to apply your knowledge and experience of development, using a mixture of, .NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies (SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio - SSIS), ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile and Frontend Development (JavaScript/jQuery, React, Blazor) and Software Testing. This is a hands-on role, so you MUST be a strong coder/programmer. The main technical stack in MS Technologies driven, so you need to be an expert in .NET and C# to be considered for the opportunity. Knowledge of Power BI is a bonus but is NOT a prerequisite for the role. You will be a good communicator keen to interact with technical and non-technical staff. We are looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, candidates who can work independently as well as in a team environment, good communicators who are proactive and ambitious, keen to continue learning and staying ahead of technological trends. Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure/AWS, knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps and Architectural Patterns is a distinct bonus but is NOT essential. NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies, SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Power BI, ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile, Frontend Development, JavaScript, jQuery, React, Blazor, Software Testing, AWS, Azure, Cloud, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Architecture, Design Patterns. The role comes with a competitive salary and a strong benefits package which includes a pension, good holiday (23.5 days + Bank Holidays), Insurance and much more! To be considered for this role you will need to be located within a commutable distance of Plymouth , Devon and you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship as our client is unable to sponsor. Bowerford Associates Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title : Senior Python Software Engineer Location : Bristol (Remote - Monthly Site Visit) Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 (Depending on Experience) Please note: Applicants must have permanent and unrestricted right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this role. Overview : This role is focused on supporting Research & Development tooling, internal software systems, and automated development pipelines that ensure software reliability, security, scalability, and regulatory compliance. We are looking for a Software Engineer with 8+ years commercial experience developing software in Python across Linux and Windows environments. Job Responsibilities: Support software development activities across R&D tooling, data infrastructure, and automated development pipelines Develop and maintain internal software systems, databases, and ETL pipelines. Support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, code quality, security scanning, and documentation generation processes. Produce and maintain technical documentation and ensure traceability throughout the software development lifecycle. Contribute to coding standards, software architecture, and engineering best practices across projects. Communicate project progress, risks, and technical challenges effectively with engineering leadership. Provide technical mentorship, code reviews, and continuous improvement support to wider R&D software teams. Ensure software development activities adhere to industry regulations & standards Required Skills & Experience: 8+ years commercial experience developing software in Python across Linux and Windows environments, including both Intel and ARM-based platforms. Proven experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, ideally using GitLab, alongside automated testing and code quality tooling. Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, including unit testing, regression testing, and test planning. Experience working within Agile development teams, with hands-on use of Git, Jira, and collaborative development workflows. Experience with GUI development frameworks such as wxPython Knowledge of database design, management, and optimisation. Experience developing and supporting ETL and data processing pipelines. Understanding of Linux operating systems and distribution internals.

DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales