Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Title: Senior Developer Salary: £39,200 - £50,900 Location: Cambridge/UK requiring 40-60% of your time on-site in Cambridge (at least 2 days per week in the office) Contract: Permanent and full time (35 hours per week) Join the Exam Technology Organisation as a Senior Developer and build business-critical applications that enable and extend our digital services. You'll work in an agile squad with end-to-end ownership - from solution design through delivery and support - while mentoring others and helping shape engineering best practice. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. Our mission is to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning, and research at the highest international levels of excellence. Which is why every year, we give vital support to millions of people in more than 170 countries around the world. From teachers and learners to researchers and academics, we help to build confidence, unlock potential, and enable success. We give people the opportunity to show what they've learnt, we spread knowledge, spark enquiry, and aid understanding. When you join Cambridge, you get the best possible combination of a supportive, caring environment, balanced with work that brings out the best in you. You will have access to learning and development opportunities, and business tools essential for your role so that you can perform at your peak. About the role The Senior Developer helps deliver and evolve our digital products and services by designing, building and supporting complex applications within the Exam Technology Organisation. Working in an agile squad, you'll turn requirements into reliable solutions while mentoring colleagues and championing engineering standards. Design, develop, test and maintain working software for complex enterprise applications. Analyse requirements and produce solution designs (including documentation and delivery estimates) that meet functional and non-functional needs. Provide technical and business support to customers, the helpdesk and colleagues to meet operational requirements and resolve issues. Perform unit and system testing, as well as support wider testing (SIT & UAT) and training activities with relevant stakeholders. Track and report progress against agreed timelines and budget constraints, escalating risks and blockers appropriately. Share knowledge and mentor other developers to improve team effectiveness and promote consistent engineering standards. About you A successful applicant will bring strong software engineering fundamentals, a collaborative mindset and the drive to improve how we deliver and support business-critical services. Programming Languages and Tools: Knowledge and experience in Oracle PL/SQL, Oracle Forms and Reports is essential. Knowledge of Master Data Management and experience in the Informatica IDMC toolset - MDM SaaS, Reference 360, CDI and CAI - are highly desired. Modern software development expertise: Confident designing, coding, testing and maintaining complex applications. Solution design thinking: Able to translate requirements into pragmatic designs, document decisions, estimate effort and explain trade-offs to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Quality and reliability mindset: Takes pride in well-engineered outcomes (clean code, reviews, automated testing where appropriate) and considers operational support from day one. Agile collaboration: Enjoys working in a squad environment, partnering with product owners and other specialists to deliver iteratively and respond to change. Mentoring and knowledge sharing: Motivated to coach others, share learnings and help embed chapter standards and best practices. Analytical problem solving: Methodical approach to diagnosing issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable fixes. Security-aware delivery: Understands how software development choices impact security and applies routine secure engineering practices. Continuous learning: Curious about new technologies and motivated to improve ways of working, tools and standards. Desirable Knowledge of Master Data Management and experience in the Informatica IDMC If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 30th April, we will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place shortly after the advert closes. As part of the application process, you can expect: Experience level questions asked on Oracle at the point of CV and cover letter The first stage is a virtual interview via MS Teams. You may be given a brief to complete a role-related task, which will need to be returned by email before your interview. The final stage is an in-person interview at our offices in Cambridge, or on Teams if required. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Please note, Cambridge University Press & Assessment is unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker Visa route as it does not meet the minimum skill requirements Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Developer Salary: £39,200 - £50,900 Location: Cambridge/UK requiring 40-60% of your time on-site in Cambridge (at least 2 days per week in the office) Contract: Permanent and full time (35 hours per week) Join the Exam Technology Organisation as a Senior Developer and build business-critical applications that enable and extend our digital services. You'll work in an agile squad with end-to-end ownership - from solution design through delivery and support - while mentoring others and helping shape engineering best practice. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. Our mission is to contribute to society through the pursuit of education, learning, and research at the highest international levels of excellence. Which is why every year, we give vital support to millions of people in more than 170 countries around the world. From teachers and learners to researchers and academics, we help to build confidence, unlock potential, and enable success. We give people the opportunity to show what they've learnt, we spread knowledge, spark enquiry, and aid understanding. When you join Cambridge, you get the best possible combination of a supportive, caring environment, balanced with work that brings out the best in you. You will have access to learning and development opportunities, and business tools essential for your role so that you can perform at your peak. About the role The Senior Developer helps deliver and evolve our digital products and services by designing, building and supporting complex applications within the Exam Technology Organisation. Working in an agile squad, you'll turn requirements into reliable solutions while mentoring colleagues and championing engineering standards. Design, develop, test and maintain working software for complex enterprise applications. Analyse requirements and produce solution designs (including documentation and delivery estimates) that meet functional and non-functional needs. Provide technical and business support to customers, the helpdesk and colleagues to meet operational requirements and resolve issues. Perform unit and system testing, as well as support wider testing (SIT & UAT) and training activities with relevant stakeholders. Track and report progress against agreed timelines and budget constraints, escalating risks and blockers appropriately. Share knowledge and mentor other developers to improve team effectiveness and promote consistent engineering standards. About you A successful applicant will bring strong software engineering fundamentals, a collaborative mindset and the drive to improve how we deliver and support business-critical services. Programming Languages and Tools: Knowledge and experience in Oracle PL/SQL, Oracle Forms and Reports is essential. Knowledge of Master Data Management and experience in the Informatica IDMC toolset - MDM SaaS, Reference 360, CDI and CAI - are highly desired. Modern software development expertise: Confident designing, coding, testing and maintaining complex applications. Solution design thinking: Able to translate requirements into pragmatic designs, document decisions, estimate effort and explain trade-offs to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Quality and reliability mindset: Takes pride in well-engineered outcomes (clean code, reviews, automated testing where appropriate) and considers operational support from day one. Agile collaboration: Enjoys working in a squad environment, partnering with product owners and other specialists to deliver iteratively and respond to change. Mentoring and knowledge sharing: Motivated to coach others, share learnings and help embed chapter standards and best practices. Analytical problem solving: Methodical approach to diagnosing issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable fixes. Security-aware delivery: Understands how software development choices impact security and applies routine secure engineering practices. Continuous learning: Curious about new technologies and motivated to improve ways of working, tools and standards. Desirable Knowledge of Master Data Management and experience in the Informatica IDMC If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 30th April, we will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place shortly after the advert closes. As part of the application process, you can expect: Experience level questions asked on Oracle at the point of CV and cover letter The first stage is a virtual interview via MS Teams. You may be given a brief to complete a role-related task, which will need to be returned by email before your interview. The final stage is an in-person interview at our offices in Cambridge, or on Teams if required. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Please note, Cambridge University Press & Assessment is unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker Visa route as it does not meet the minimum skill requirements Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.
Lead Application Security Engineer Bristol or London - 3 days a week on site £100,000 + great benefits An impressive financial services business is looking to hire a Lead Application Security Engineer to support this team with the risk and remediation activities. This business is going through a big technology transformation programme that is estimated to take 3 -5 years. The successful Lead Application Security Engineer will be part of this journey and have great technical exposure and the ability to rapidly progress. Working closely in one of transformation projects, the successful Lead Application Security Engineer will work closely with the wider security and technology teams to define the strategy and roadmap of technology changes moving forward. This is very much a play-manager role with the Lead Application Security Engineer being hands on day to day but also providing support and guidance to the rest of AppSec team Lead Application Security Engineer- Duties and Responsibilities The successful Lead Cloud Security Engineer will have responsibilities covering: Team Leadership Support the existing team, providing mentoring and fostering a collaborative team environment Take pragmatic risk-based approach to supporting the wider technology teams with the SDLC Foster strong relationships with engineering, architecture, platform and platform management to provide practical risk appropriate guidance Set the priorities for the AppSec team to make sure that the delivery of the AppSec services is impactful Application Security Technical Authority Act as the SME and for application security in the business and ensure that security controls are adopted early into the CI/CD pipelines Own and run the DAST, SAST and other AppSec tooling to ensure effective coverage across all in scope applications Create, roll out and maintain secure development practices and standards including threat modelling, secure coding practices for all applications and APIs Collaborate with the Vulnerability Engineering Lead to support the identifications, triages, and remediation programs in alignment with risk appetite, appropriate prioritisation and agreed SLAs Lead Application Security Engineer - Your Background The ideal Lead Application Security Engineer will have: Experience in a similar role, in both responsibility and scale Proven experience in Software Security Development or Application Security Proven experience in leading/coaching a team Hands on experience with implementing and operating AppSec tooling eg SAT and DAST, secret managements, and SCA Extensive experiences of integrating security into the CI/CD pipeline eg using AWS DevOps or GitHub Strong history of secure coding practices, threat modelling and vulnerability management in production Strong understanding of modern software development practices If this sounds like the role for you, hit the apply button NOW! We invite individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for any of our roles and are committed to supporting accessibility needs. Please click the apply button now or contact Abigail Moss for more information
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Lead Application Security Engineer Bristol or London - 3 days a week on site £100,000 + great benefits An impressive financial services business is looking to hire a Lead Application Security Engineer to support this team with the risk and remediation activities. This business is going through a big technology transformation programme that is estimated to take 3 -5 years. The successful Lead Application Security Engineer will be part of this journey and have great technical exposure and the ability to rapidly progress. Working closely in one of transformation projects, the successful Lead Application Security Engineer will work closely with the wider security and technology teams to define the strategy and roadmap of technology changes moving forward. This is very much a play-manager role with the Lead Application Security Engineer being hands on day to day but also providing support and guidance to the rest of AppSec team Lead Application Security Engineer- Duties and Responsibilities The successful Lead Cloud Security Engineer will have responsibilities covering: Team Leadership Support the existing team, providing mentoring and fostering a collaborative team environment Take pragmatic risk-based approach to supporting the wider technology teams with the SDLC Foster strong relationships with engineering, architecture, platform and platform management to provide practical risk appropriate guidance Set the priorities for the AppSec team to make sure that the delivery of the AppSec services is impactful Application Security Technical Authority Act as the SME and for application security in the business and ensure that security controls are adopted early into the CI/CD pipelines Own and run the DAST, SAST and other AppSec tooling to ensure effective coverage across all in scope applications Create, roll out and maintain secure development practices and standards including threat modelling, secure coding practices for all applications and APIs Collaborate with the Vulnerability Engineering Lead to support the identifications, triages, and remediation programs in alignment with risk appetite, appropriate prioritisation and agreed SLAs Lead Application Security Engineer - Your Background The ideal Lead Application Security Engineer will have: Experience in a similar role, in both responsibility and scale Proven experience in Software Security Development or Application Security Proven experience in leading/coaching a team Hands on experience with implementing and operating AppSec tooling eg SAT and DAST, secret managements, and SCA Extensive experiences of integrating security into the CI/CD pipeline eg using AWS DevOps or GitHub Strong history of secure coding practices, threat modelling and vulnerability management in production Strong understanding of modern software development practices If this sounds like the role for you, hit the apply button NOW! We invite individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for any of our roles and are committed to supporting accessibility needs. Please click the apply button now or contact Abigail Moss for more information
Role: C++ Software Engineer Location: London Compensation: Total Package Up to £400,000 Sector: Financial Technology Overview We're currently engaged with a high-performing, technology-led organisation within the financial space, looking to hire a talented C++ Engineer to join their London team. This is an opportunity to work in a deeply technical environment alongside some of the industry's strongest engineers, contributing to the build-out of highly optimised, large-scale systems. You'll be part of a fast-moving team focused on developing next-generation platforms where performance, efficiency, and scalability are critical. The role offers real ownership, with the chance to influence both system design and broader technical direction. What you'll be doing Designing and developing high-performance systems using C++ (with some Python where required) Building and integrating microservices within a distributed architecture Working on platforms that process significant volumes of data with low latency requirements Collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions Playing an active role across the full development life cycle, from concept through to deployment What they're looking for Strong hands-on experience with C++ in a commercial setting, alongside exposure to Python Experience designing or consuming RESTful services within microservice-based architectures Background working on large-scale or high-throughput systems Previous exposure to financial services is beneficial, but not a prerequisite Strong academic foundations, ideally in Computer Science or a related field If you're looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact in a highly technical environment, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Role: C++ Software Engineer Location: London Compensation: Total Package Up to £400,000 Sector: Financial Technology Overview We're currently engaged with a high-performing, technology-led organisation within the financial space, looking to hire a talented C++ Engineer to join their London team. This is an opportunity to work in a deeply technical environment alongside some of the industry's strongest engineers, contributing to the build-out of highly optimised, large-scale systems. You'll be part of a fast-moving team focused on developing next-generation platforms where performance, efficiency, and scalability are critical. The role offers real ownership, with the chance to influence both system design and broader technical direction. What you'll be doing Designing and developing high-performance systems using C++ (with some Python where required) Building and integrating microservices within a distributed architecture Working on platforms that process significant volumes of data with low latency requirements Collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions Playing an active role across the full development life cycle, from concept through to deployment What they're looking for Strong hands-on experience with C++ in a commercial setting, alongside exposure to Python Experience designing or consuming RESTful services within microservice-based architectures Background working on large-scale or high-throughput systems Previous exposure to financial services is beneficial, but not a prerequisite Strong academic foundations, ideally in Computer Science or a related field If you're looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact in a highly technical environment, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
A quantum computing startup in London is looking for a candidate to tailor quantum algorithms for hardware compatibility. This role involves developing processes for fault-tolerant computation, understanding quantum error correction, and working closely with software engineers. Ideal candidates should have a PhD and a track record in quantum computing research. This is a unique chance to contribute significantly in a dynamic company shaping the future of quantum technology.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
A quantum computing startup in London is looking for a candidate to tailor quantum algorithms for hardware compatibility. This role involves developing processes for fault-tolerant computation, understanding quantum error correction, and working closely with software engineers. Ideal candidates should have a PhD and a track record in quantum computing research. This is a unique chance to contribute significantly in a dynamic company shaping the future of quantum technology.
System Engineer - CCSDS & LunaNet (LLD Focus) Overview We are seeking a System Engineer with strong CCSDS and LunaNet experience to support the detailed design and implementation of space communication architectures . The role focuses on low-level system design, interface definition, and protocol implementation , rather than high-level architecture. Key Responsibilities Develop Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation for space communication systems. Implement and define interfaces aligned with CCSDS standards . Support LunaNet-compatible architecture and protocol implementation . Define detailed message flows, protocol stacks, and interface control documents (ICDs) . Work with software, network and flight/ground segment teams to ensure interoperability and standards compliance . Support system integration, verification and validation activities. Contribute to simulation and test scenarios for deep-space communications . Analyse link performance, data routing and network behaviours within LunaNet environments. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with CCSDS standards (eg space packet protocol, CFDP, DTN/BP, TM/TC). Experience with LunaNet architecture and interoperability concepts . Proven work on Low-Level Design (LLD) and interface definition. Experience with deep-space communications or space networking systems . Familiarity with Delay/Disruption Tolerant Networking (DTN) . Experience writing ICDs, protocol specifications and interface documentation . Experience supporting system integration and test campaigns . Desirable Experience with NASA or ESA communication architectures . Knowledge of optical communications or advanced space networking . Experience with space mission ground/flight systems integration .
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
System Engineer - CCSDS & LunaNet (LLD Focus) Overview We are seeking a System Engineer with strong CCSDS and LunaNet experience to support the detailed design and implementation of space communication architectures . The role focuses on low-level system design, interface definition, and protocol implementation , rather than high-level architecture. Key Responsibilities Develop Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation for space communication systems. Implement and define interfaces aligned with CCSDS standards . Support LunaNet-compatible architecture and protocol implementation . Define detailed message flows, protocol stacks, and interface control documents (ICDs) . Work with software, network and flight/ground segment teams to ensure interoperability and standards compliance . Support system integration, verification and validation activities. Contribute to simulation and test scenarios for deep-space communications . Analyse link performance, data routing and network behaviours within LunaNet environments. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with CCSDS standards (eg space packet protocol, CFDP, DTN/BP, TM/TC). Experience with LunaNet architecture and interoperability concepts . Proven work on Low-Level Design (LLD) and interface definition. Experience with deep-space communications or space networking systems . Familiarity with Delay/Disruption Tolerant Networking (DTN) . Experience writing ICDs, protocol specifications and interface documentation . Experience supporting system integration and test campaigns . Desirable Experience with NASA or ESA communication architectures . Knowledge of optical communications or advanced space networking . Experience with space mission ground/flight systems integration .
Senior/Lead Software Engineer Hybrid -working - South Manchester Permanent - £65 ,000 to £80 ,000 per year Plus an excellent company benefits package The Opportunity: A well-established digital consultancy delivering complex technology solutions is looking for a Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This role will suit an experienced engineer who enjoys leading technical delivery, solving complex problems and building scalable cloud-based applications. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver high-quality software solutions for large organisations tackling complex challenges. Role and Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of scalable full-stack applications (.NET or Java or Python, plus modern JavaScript libraries) Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams Collaborate with architects, delivery teams and stakeholders Ensure solutions follow engineering best practices and high-quality standards Contribute to architecture, design decisions and technical strategy Skills and Experience: Strong experience as a Senior or Lead Software Engineer Background in modern full-stack development Experience building cloud-hosted or distributed systems Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and Agile delivery Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders Applications: Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Senior/Lead Software Engineer Hybrid -working - South Manchester Permanent - £65 ,000 to £80 ,000 per year Plus an excellent company benefits package The Opportunity: A well-established digital consultancy delivering complex technology solutions is looking for a Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This role will suit an experienced engineer who enjoys leading technical delivery, solving complex problems and building scalable cloud-based applications. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver high-quality software solutions for large organisations tackling complex challenges. Role and Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of scalable full-stack applications (.NET or Java or Python, plus modern JavaScript libraries) Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams Collaborate with architects, delivery teams and stakeholders Ensure solutions follow engineering best practices and high-quality standards Contribute to architecture, design decisions and technical strategy Skills and Experience: Strong experience as a Senior or Lead Software Engineer Background in modern full-stack development Experience building cloud-hosted or distributed systems Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and Agile delivery Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders Applications: Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology.
Mid-Level Backend Software Developer (.NET) Taunton, Somerset | Up to £50,000 per annum | Hybrid, 2 days on-site per week | 3+ Years Experience Proactive IT Appointments are partnered with a leading organisation who is looking to add a Mid-Level Backend Software developer to their growing development team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who already has 2-3 years commercial experience with C# and .NET Core and is looking to take the next step in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Responsibilities: Build, test, and deploy scalable applications using C# and .NET Core. Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code following best practices. Take part in code reviews and share constructive feedback with the team. Investigate and fix issues, improving performance where needed. Keep up to date with new technologies and industry trends to ensure solutions remain modern and effective. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field 2-3 years commercial experience in development Experienced in C# and .NET Core Understanding of RESTful API design and integrations Understanding of CI/CD Pipelines and Git Desirable, but not essential: Experience with Azure Understanding of Containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Mid-Level Backend Software Developer (.NET) Taunton, Somerset | Up to £50,000 per annum | Hybrid, 2 days on-site per week | 3+ Years Experience Proactive IT Appointments are partnered with a leading organisation who is looking to add a Mid-Level Backend Software developer to their growing development team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who already has 2-3 years commercial experience with C# and .NET Core and is looking to take the next step in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Responsibilities: Build, test, and deploy scalable applications using C# and .NET Core. Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code following best practices. Take part in code reviews and share constructive feedback with the team. Investigate and fix issues, improving performance where needed. Keep up to date with new technologies and industry trends to ensure solutions remain modern and effective. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field 2-3 years commercial experience in development Experienced in C# and .NET Core Understanding of RESTful API design and integrations Understanding of CI/CD Pipelines and Git Desirable, but not essential: Experience with Azure Understanding of Containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Java Developer - Cloud Services + 12 month initial contract + Hybrid working out of Newcastle + SC Cleared role + £70 p/h - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + Java Developer + Cloud Services + RedHat/Kubernetes Role Overview - The Software Engineer will join our collaborative, forward-thinking Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. The engineer will be involved in every stage of the software development life cycle, from initial design through development, testing, and deployment, delivering robust, scalable cloud-based services. The role is based at our Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, readable, scalable and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards. Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity. Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests. Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented. Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating. Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Essential Java Cloud Services development Unit testing Desirable DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front End development using Angular
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Java Developer - Cloud Services + 12 month initial contract + Hybrid working out of Newcastle + SC Cleared role + £70 p/h - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + Java Developer + Cloud Services + RedHat/Kubernetes Role Overview - The Software Engineer will join our collaborative, forward-thinking Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. The engineer will be involved in every stage of the software development life cycle, from initial design through development, testing, and deployment, delivering robust, scalable cloud-based services. The role is based at our Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, readable, scalable and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards. Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity. Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests. Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented. Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating. Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Essential Java Cloud Services development Unit testing Desirable DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front End development using Angular
Reporting to: Finance Director Start Date: Immediate Working Hours: Mon Fri, 9am 5pm Probation Period: 6 months Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Job Location: Office Based SCOPE The Financial Controller is a senior-level responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with financial regulations, and the overall financial health of the company. The Financial Controller acts as a bridge between the finance department and executive management, providing insights and guidance on financial matters to support strategic decision-making. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. This includes managing the month-end and year-end closing processes, consolidating financial data, balance sheet reconciliation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The Financial Controller will also prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external entities, such as auditors and regulatory bodies. Budgeting and Forecasting The Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and the commercial team to develop budgets that align with the organisation s strategic goals. The Financial Controller will also monitor performance, analyses variances, and provides forecasts to anticipate future financial trends and challenges. Internal Controls and Compliance Ensuring robust internal controls, design and implement control systems to safeguard the organisation s assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial regulations such as GAAP or IFRS, undertake regular review of the process with the FD and provide guidance to the board on proposed changes. Cash Flow Management Monitor cash flow, manage working capital requirements, and ensure that the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations. Develop, alongside the commercial team, strategies to optimise cash flow and reduce financial risks. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Analytical Skills Interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights, identify trends, assess financial performance, and make recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights that support strategic decision making. Leadership and Communication Act as the deputy to the FD, providing direct advice and guidance to the Directors/Managers and to the Board as required by the FD or other leadership, and as required external parties such as funders, investors, regulatory bodies and external auditors. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively, ensuring that stakeholders are informed and engaged. To mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively. Technical Proficiency A deep understanding of accounting principles, financial software, and regulatory requirements, be proficient in using financial management systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy. Strategic Thinking Aligning financial management with the organisation s long-term objectives, evaluating financial risks and opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to the development of business strategies. Budgeting and Forecasting Ability to create detailed budgets and forecasts that can be cascaded through teams, working closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure that budgets meet the overall objectives of the business. Regularly review forecasts taking account of market and operational risks and advise senior management accordingly QUALIFICATIONS . A bachelor s or master s degree in finance, accounting. As a minimum we require one of the following accreditations (Fully Qualified or Part Qualified) Chartered Accountant (CA): Recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Chartered Management Accountant (CMA): Offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) TECHNICAL SKILLS Key technical skills include: Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and analysing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ability to explain and illustrate complex information in a manner that is clearly understood. Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to develop, manage, and analyse budgets and financial forecasts to guide strategic decision making. Accounting Software: Expertise in using accounting software preferably construction focused such as 4PS/Business Central or Coins or as a minimum platform such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or Sage for financial management and reporting. Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Project Accounting: Proficiency in Job Costing ability to prepare reliable cost to complete data and align with income. Regulatory Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and compliance This includes but is not limited to: UK GAAP and IFRS: Knowledge of UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential for accurate financial reporting. Tax Regulations: Familiarity with UK tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies. Audit Processes: Understanding of internal and external audit processes to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Soft Skills Leadership and Management: Ability to lead and manage finance teams, providing guidance and support to achieve organizational goals. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying financial issues and developing effective solutions to address them. Diligence: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance. EXPERIENCE Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in a contractor or engineering consultant, and full understanding of operational requirement in the construction industry including the specific risks which are present in the transaction cycle. People Responsibility: A history of managing and developing high performing teams fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment,
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Reporting to: Finance Director Start Date: Immediate Working Hours: Mon Fri, 9am 5pm Probation Period: 6 months Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Job Location: Office Based SCOPE The Financial Controller is a senior-level responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with financial regulations, and the overall financial health of the company. The Financial Controller acts as a bridge between the finance department and executive management, providing insights and guidance on financial matters to support strategic decision-making. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. This includes managing the month-end and year-end closing processes, consolidating financial data, balance sheet reconciliation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The Financial Controller will also prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external entities, such as auditors and regulatory bodies. Budgeting and Forecasting The Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and the commercial team to develop budgets that align with the organisation s strategic goals. The Financial Controller will also monitor performance, analyses variances, and provides forecasts to anticipate future financial trends and challenges. Internal Controls and Compliance Ensuring robust internal controls, design and implement control systems to safeguard the organisation s assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial regulations such as GAAP or IFRS, undertake regular review of the process with the FD and provide guidance to the board on proposed changes. Cash Flow Management Monitor cash flow, manage working capital requirements, and ensure that the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations. Develop, alongside the commercial team, strategies to optimise cash flow and reduce financial risks. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Analytical Skills Interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights, identify trends, assess financial performance, and make recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights that support strategic decision making. Leadership and Communication Act as the deputy to the FD, providing direct advice and guidance to the Directors/Managers and to the Board as required by the FD or other leadership, and as required external parties such as funders, investors, regulatory bodies and external auditors. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively, ensuring that stakeholders are informed and engaged. To mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively. Technical Proficiency A deep understanding of accounting principles, financial software, and regulatory requirements, be proficient in using financial management systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy. Strategic Thinking Aligning financial management with the organisation s long-term objectives, evaluating financial risks and opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to the development of business strategies. Budgeting and Forecasting Ability to create detailed budgets and forecasts that can be cascaded through teams, working closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure that budgets meet the overall objectives of the business. Regularly review forecasts taking account of market and operational risks and advise senior management accordingly QUALIFICATIONS . A bachelor s or master s degree in finance, accounting. As a minimum we require one of the following accreditations (Fully Qualified or Part Qualified) Chartered Accountant (CA): Recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Chartered Management Accountant (CMA): Offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) TECHNICAL SKILLS Key technical skills include: Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and analysing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ability to explain and illustrate complex information in a manner that is clearly understood. Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to develop, manage, and analyse budgets and financial forecasts to guide strategic decision making. Accounting Software: Expertise in using accounting software preferably construction focused such as 4PS/Business Central or Coins or as a minimum platform such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or Sage for financial management and reporting. Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Project Accounting: Proficiency in Job Costing ability to prepare reliable cost to complete data and align with income. Regulatory Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and compliance This includes but is not limited to: UK GAAP and IFRS: Knowledge of UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential for accurate financial reporting. Tax Regulations: Familiarity with UK tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies. Audit Processes: Understanding of internal and external audit processes to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Soft Skills Leadership and Management: Ability to lead and manage finance teams, providing guidance and support to achieve organizational goals. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying financial issues and developing effective solutions to address them. Diligence: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance. EXPERIENCE Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in a contractor or engineering consultant, and full understanding of operational requirement in the construction industry including the specific risks which are present in the transaction cycle. People Responsibility: A history of managing and developing high performing teams fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment,
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: Application packager/EUC engineer- Need Active SC Location: BARROW IN FURNESS, Cumbria, LA14 4BN - Onsite Duration: 30/10/2026 Rate: 402GBP/Day(Inside IR35) Role Description: Job Duties To develop, test and maintain software packages for distribution to user desktops, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise. To build and maintain images containing operating system and core applications for distribution to user desktops, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise. To maintain effective local documentation including standard operating procedures, best practices, and methodologies for application packaging and OS deployment. To develop and maintain skills in Microsoft Windows, OS deployment and software packaging technologies, including assessing how they may be deployed into existing services or developed into new ones. Contribute to the development of the End User Computing infrastructure, particularly relating to applications and image deployment, assisting with the development of technical methodologies, best practice, policies, procedures and associated documentation. Contribute to the ongoing software selection and management, particularly relating to applications and image deployment, best practice, policies, procedures and associated documentation. Other reasonable duties at the request of your management. Be active in ensuring your own continuing professional development and participate in relevant professional activities. Typical Skills Required (3-5 years experience +) Vendor install methodologies - know the common vendor install silent techniques, how to tear apart a vendor install and use its components to create a silent install. Powershell. The ability to edit and create code in a readable manner, to understand other peoples code. Create code from scratch. ADT - Application Developers Toolkit. A thorough understanding of the now standard toolkit, how to use it efficiently, how to extend its functionality. SCCM Current Branch. Create applications/collections/queries/detection methods in SCCM, and to deploy those applications. MSI Packaging - Detailed Knowledge of MSI editing techniques, custom actions, transforms, patches etc. Common Skills Strong Communication skills (written and verbal) in English Proven track record working with clients You must possess the ability to think around issues, a lateral thinker, structured problem solver. Be a team player who is able to work on their own and bring back new knowledge to the team. Have an ethos of sharing knowledge within the team and externally when required. Ability to converse with various stakeholders at different levels Have the mindset to challenge and discuss decision points Demonstration of a wide Infrastructure & Industry knowledge on various technical products Capable of delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders Understanding of Project and Programme Governance Good working knowledge of processes and procedures (eg DELIVERY, ITIL) Understanding of commercial models and costing development Ability to manage and control technical risks and work with assumptions Architectural Documentation standards (HLD, DLD, Build & Standard Operating Procedures) If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: Application packager/EUC engineer- Need Active SC Location: BARROW IN FURNESS, Cumbria, LA14 4BN - Onsite Duration: 30/10/2026 Rate: 402GBP/Day(Inside IR35) Role Description: Job Duties To develop, test and maintain software packages for distribution to user desktops, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise. To build and maintain images containing operating system and core applications for distribution to user desktops, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise. To maintain effective local documentation including standard operating procedures, best practices, and methodologies for application packaging and OS deployment. To develop and maintain skills in Microsoft Windows, OS deployment and software packaging technologies, including assessing how they may be deployed into existing services or developed into new ones. Contribute to the development of the End User Computing infrastructure, particularly relating to applications and image deployment, assisting with the development of technical methodologies, best practice, policies, procedures and associated documentation. Contribute to the ongoing software selection and management, particularly relating to applications and image deployment, best practice, policies, procedures and associated documentation. Other reasonable duties at the request of your management. Be active in ensuring your own continuing professional development and participate in relevant professional activities. Typical Skills Required (3-5 years experience +) Vendor install methodologies - know the common vendor install silent techniques, how to tear apart a vendor install and use its components to create a silent install. Powershell. The ability to edit and create code in a readable manner, to understand other peoples code. Create code from scratch. ADT - Application Developers Toolkit. A thorough understanding of the now standard toolkit, how to use it efficiently, how to extend its functionality. SCCM Current Branch. Create applications/collections/queries/detection methods in SCCM, and to deploy those applications. MSI Packaging - Detailed Knowledge of MSI editing techniques, custom actions, transforms, patches etc. Common Skills Strong Communication skills (written and verbal) in English Proven track record working with clients You must possess the ability to think around issues, a lateral thinker, structured problem solver. Be a team player who is able to work on their own and bring back new knowledge to the team. Have an ethos of sharing knowledge within the team and externally when required. Ability to converse with various stakeholders at different levels Have the mindset to challenge and discuss decision points Demonstration of a wide Infrastructure & Industry knowledge on various technical products Capable of delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders Understanding of Project and Programme Governance Good working knowledge of processes and procedures (eg DELIVERY, ITIL) Understanding of commercial models and costing development Ability to manage and control technical risks and work with assumptions Architectural Documentation standards (HLD, DLD, Build & Standard Operating Procedures) If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
Senior AI Specialist Position Description At CGI, we are shaping the future of responsible, scalable AI, helping organisations unlock measurable value, transform decision-making, and reimagine customer experiences. As an AI Specialist within our AI Practice, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering innovative AI solutions that solve complex business challenges across industries. Working at the heart of our UK & Australia business, you will turn emerging technologies into practical, high-impact outcomes, guiding clients from strategy through to deployment. Here, you will take ownership of meaningful work, apply creative thinking to real-world problems, and be supported by a collaborative community committed to delivering secure, ethical, and forward-thinking AI solutions. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Our teams operate within a flexible hybrid working model, however on-site requirements vary by project, so the ability to travel as required to meet client needs is essential. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of end-to-end AI solutions that address complex business challenges and deliver measurable outcomes. You will work closely with clients and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, shape AI strategies, and translate requirements into scalable, ethical, and secure solutions. From proof of concept to deployment and optimisation, you will take ownership of the full AI lifecycle, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned to industry best practice. You will apply advanced techniques across Machine Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, and analytics, while mentoring colleagues and contributing to the growth of our AI Practice. By combining technical expertise with commercial awareness, you will turn AI innovation into tangible business value, supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking community. Key responsibilities: • Deliver end-to-end AI solutions from concept through to deployment and optimisation • Shape AI strategies and roadmaps aligned to client objectives • Design and build ML, NLP, Generative AI and advanced analytics models • Experiment and refine models through structured testing and validation • Ensure ethical, secure, and scalable AI architectures • Translate complex AI outputs into actionable business insights • Mentor colleagues, promoting innovation and knowledge sharing • Stay ahead of emerging AI tools, frameworks, and methodologies Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring proven experience delivering AI solutions in a commercial environment, with strong expertise across Machine Learning, NLP, Generative AI, and advanced analytics. You should be confident designing scalable AI architectures, applying software engineering best practices, and communicating complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is advantageous but not essential. Essential qualifications: • Proven track record delivering AI or ML solutions in industry • Strong proficiency in Python and leading AI frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain) • Experience with data engineering, MLOps, CI/CD, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) • Knowledge of cloud AI/ML platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) • Strong understanding of ethical, secure, and responsible AI principles • Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills • Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Senior AI Specialist Position Description At CGI, we are shaping the future of responsible, scalable AI, helping organisations unlock measurable value, transform decision-making, and reimagine customer experiences. As an AI Specialist within our AI Practice, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering innovative AI solutions that solve complex business challenges across industries. Working at the heart of our UK & Australia business, you will turn emerging technologies into practical, high-impact outcomes, guiding clients from strategy through to deployment. Here, you will take ownership of meaningful work, apply creative thinking to real-world problems, and be supported by a collaborative community committed to delivering secure, ethical, and forward-thinking AI solutions. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Our teams operate within a flexible hybrid working model, however on-site requirements vary by project, so the ability to travel as required to meet client needs is essential. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of end-to-end AI solutions that address complex business challenges and deliver measurable outcomes. You will work closely with clients and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, shape AI strategies, and translate requirements into scalable, ethical, and secure solutions. From proof of concept to deployment and optimisation, you will take ownership of the full AI lifecycle, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned to industry best practice. You will apply advanced techniques across Machine Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, and analytics, while mentoring colleagues and contributing to the growth of our AI Practice. By combining technical expertise with commercial awareness, you will turn AI innovation into tangible business value, supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking community. Key responsibilities: • Deliver end-to-end AI solutions from concept through to deployment and optimisation • Shape AI strategies and roadmaps aligned to client objectives • Design and build ML, NLP, Generative AI and advanced analytics models • Experiment and refine models through structured testing and validation • Ensure ethical, secure, and scalable AI architectures • Translate complex AI outputs into actionable business insights • Mentor colleagues, promoting innovation and knowledge sharing • Stay ahead of emerging AI tools, frameworks, and methodologies Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring proven experience delivering AI solutions in a commercial environment, with strong expertise across Machine Learning, NLP, Generative AI, and advanced analytics. You should be confident designing scalable AI architectures, applying software engineering best practices, and communicating complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is advantageous but not essential. Essential qualifications: • Proven track record delivering AI or ML solutions in industry • Strong proficiency in Python and leading AI frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain) • Experience with data engineering, MLOps, CI/CD, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) • Knowledge of cloud AI/ML platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) • Strong understanding of ethical, secure, and responsible AI principles • Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills • Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Senior Software C# Developer Warton, Preston (Hybrid working with 3 days onsite/2 days remote) 12 Months initially £46.80ph inside IR35/Umbrella Due to the urgent nature of the role candidates must have current/transferrable SC clearance in place. Role Description This role is for a Software Engineer who will develop and maintain a suite of products that support the RAFs in service combat aircraft. The Engineering Support Subsystem (ESS) is critical to the operation of the Eurofighter Typhoon. RAF personnel use ESS to communicate with the aircraft integrated monitoring and recording systems to retrieve information, diagnose faults and ensure that the air force can adequately protect the UK and its interests 24/7. This role is UK-based with the opportunity to work flexibly. ESS is primarily a .NET (C#/WPF) desktop client application developed using Visual Studio, harnessing an Oracle database. A number of smaller niche utilities including a ruggedized tablet are also being developed which represent opportunities for varied development activities. As an ESS Software Developer you will join a software development team with strong software engineering principles. Core Duties Typical duties include (but are not limited to): Analysis of system requirements to influence the software design and contribute to project planning. Implementation and configuration new functionality ensuring a maintainable code base. Production of Unit/Module Tests & Software Documents with the appropriate coverage. Provision of software support to the Systems Build, Integration & Test Teams during formal qualification activities. Research new development techniques and toolsets and provide recommendations for the team direction. Introduce new technologies into the development team. Provide instruction and support to colleagues. Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications Knowledge: Essential: The successful candidate will have comprehensive C# ability with experience in VB6 and experience using WPF/WinForms. Desirable: Have experience with any of the following Source Control (eg Git or ClearCase), Automated Testing (eg Coded UI or Rational Robot), COM, .NET Interop, Oracle, SQL, XML (XSD/XSLT), Entity Framework and Team Foundation Server/Azure DevOps. We are looking for someone who values application development life cycle processes, who has attention to detail and is a proactive communicator. Our team of developers are supportive and collaborative and we're looking for someone who will complement those behaviours. Skills: Experience with Test Driven Development, Design Patterns, SOLID and agile development methodologies are advantageous.
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Senior Software C# Developer Warton, Preston (Hybrid working with 3 days onsite/2 days remote) 12 Months initially £46.80ph inside IR35/Umbrella Due to the urgent nature of the role candidates must have current/transferrable SC clearance in place. Role Description This role is for a Software Engineer who will develop and maintain a suite of products that support the RAFs in service combat aircraft. The Engineering Support Subsystem (ESS) is critical to the operation of the Eurofighter Typhoon. RAF personnel use ESS to communicate with the aircraft integrated monitoring and recording systems to retrieve information, diagnose faults and ensure that the air force can adequately protect the UK and its interests 24/7. This role is UK-based with the opportunity to work flexibly. ESS is primarily a .NET (C#/WPF) desktop client application developed using Visual Studio, harnessing an Oracle database. A number of smaller niche utilities including a ruggedized tablet are also being developed which represent opportunities for varied development activities. As an ESS Software Developer you will join a software development team with strong software engineering principles. Core Duties Typical duties include (but are not limited to): Analysis of system requirements to influence the software design and contribute to project planning. Implementation and configuration new functionality ensuring a maintainable code base. Production of Unit/Module Tests & Software Documents with the appropriate coverage. Provision of software support to the Systems Build, Integration & Test Teams during formal qualification activities. Research new development techniques and toolsets and provide recommendations for the team direction. Introduce new technologies into the development team. Provide instruction and support to colleagues. Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications Knowledge: Essential: The successful candidate will have comprehensive C# ability with experience in VB6 and experience using WPF/WinForms. Desirable: Have experience with any of the following Source Control (eg Git or ClearCase), Automated Testing (eg Coded UI or Rational Robot), COM, .NET Interop, Oracle, SQL, XML (XSD/XSLT), Entity Framework and Team Foundation Server/Azure DevOps. We are looking for someone who values application development life cycle processes, who has attention to detail and is a proactive communicator. Our team of developers are supportive and collaborative and we're looking for someone who will complement those behaviours. Skills: Experience with Test Driven Development, Design Patterns, SOLID and agile development methodologies are advantageous.
Position: React Developer Location: Glasgow, UK (Hybrid 2 days onsite a week) Duration: Fixed Term Contract Job Description: We are looking for a skilled React Developer (3-5 years overall experience) who can design, build, and maintain high-quality, user-facing application components. The ideal candidate will focus on delivering responsive, accessible, and performant Front End solutions while collaborating closely with Back End, QA, and product teams across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). This role requires strong Front End engineering fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within agile, multi-team delivery environments. Technical Skills: Strong experience developing applications using React and modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3. Experience translating UI/UX designs and business requirements into clean, maintainable, and reusable Front End code. Strong understanding of performance optimization, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility. Experience integrating Front End components with RESTful APIs and Back End services. Experience working within enterprise-scale application environments. Strong knowledge of React component architecture, hooks, and functional programming patterns Profiling and debugging performance issues using browser and React Dev Tools Process Skills: Develop and maintain reusable UI components following established development standards and best practices. Participate actively in code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and knowledge sharing. Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, Back End developers, and QA teams within agile delivery models. Ensure Front End solutions meet non-functional requirements related to performance, accessibility, and security. Contribute to continuous improvement of Front End development practices, tools, and processes across teams. Behavioral Skills: Good Attitude Quick learner Leadership Team player Flexible to work with client
Apr 14, 2026
Position: React Developer Location: Glasgow, UK (Hybrid 2 days onsite a week) Duration: Fixed Term Contract Job Description: We are looking for a skilled React Developer (3-5 years overall experience) who can design, build, and maintain high-quality, user-facing application components. The ideal candidate will focus on delivering responsive, accessible, and performant Front End solutions while collaborating closely with Back End, QA, and product teams across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). This role requires strong Front End engineering fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within agile, multi-team delivery environments. Technical Skills: Strong experience developing applications using React and modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3. Experience translating UI/UX designs and business requirements into clean, maintainable, and reusable Front End code. Strong understanding of performance optimization, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility. Experience integrating Front End components with RESTful APIs and Back End services. Experience working within enterprise-scale application environments. Strong knowledge of React component architecture, hooks, and functional programming patterns Profiling and debugging performance issues using browser and React Dev Tools Process Skills: Develop and maintain reusable UI components following established development standards and best practices. Participate actively in code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and knowledge sharing. Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, Back End developers, and QA teams within agile delivery models. Ensure Front End solutions meet non-functional requirements related to performance, accessibility, and security. Contribute to continuous improvement of Front End development practices, tools, and processes across teams. Behavioral Skills: Good Attitude Quick learner Leadership Team player Flexible to work with client
Integration Lead 2 days onsite in Ludlow £45,000-£55,000 VIQU have partnered with a leading provider of software solutions across higher education, conferencing, and events helping organisations streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and operate more efficiently. This is a pivotal role within their internal technical delivery function, responsible for integrations, reporting, data migrations, infrastructure, and advanced technical support. As they invest in platform modernisation and growth, this team sits at the intersection of customer delivery and product evolution. You'll act as a player-manager leading a small distributed team while remaining hands-on in technical delivery. Essential Skills & Experience Strong SQL skills (complex queries, troubleshooting, data handling) Experience with integrations, APIs, ETL processes, and data feeds Reporting and data visualisation experience Solid understanding of infrastructure, environments, and deployments Experience leading or mentoring a technical team while remaining hands-on Experience working with distributed teams Strong problem-solving and analytical ability Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Proactive approach to using AI and automation Experience in SaaS or similar technical environments Key Responsibilities Deliver integrations, reporting, data migrations, and infrastructure Own SQL integrations with third-party systems Build reports and support environments/deployments Act as escalation for complex issues Lead and mentor a small, distributed team Allocate work and own delivery timelines Work with Delivery, Engineering, Product, and Operations Track progress, risks, and customer commitments Manage capacity and ensure smooth BAU handover Drive automation, standardisation, and documentation Leverage AI to improve efficiency Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Noah Yeoman via the VIQU Website Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Integration Lead 2 days onsite in Ludlow £45,000-£55,000 VIQU have partnered with a leading provider of software solutions across higher education, conferencing, and events helping organisations streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and operate more efficiently. This is a pivotal role within their internal technical delivery function, responsible for integrations, reporting, data migrations, infrastructure, and advanced technical support. As they invest in platform modernisation and growth, this team sits at the intersection of customer delivery and product evolution. You'll act as a player-manager leading a small distributed team while remaining hands-on in technical delivery. Essential Skills & Experience Strong SQL skills (complex queries, troubleshooting, data handling) Experience with integrations, APIs, ETL processes, and data feeds Reporting and data visualisation experience Solid understanding of infrastructure, environments, and deployments Experience leading or mentoring a technical team while remaining hands-on Experience working with distributed teams Strong problem-solving and analytical ability Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Proactive approach to using AI and automation Experience in SaaS or similar technical environments Key Responsibilities Deliver integrations, reporting, data migrations, and infrastructure Own SQL integrations with third-party systems Build reports and support environments/deployments Act as escalation for complex issues Lead and mentor a small, distributed team Allocate work and own delivery timelines Work with Delivery, Engineering, Product, and Operations Track progress, risks, and customer commitments Manage capacity and ensure smooth BAU handover Drive automation, standardisation, and documentation Leverage AI to improve efficiency Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Noah Yeoman via the VIQU Website Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll run one or more subdomains in the Cards area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new cards features. You'll also work closely with the wider cards product team, including contributing to the broader cards roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy, client-facing requirements gathering & solution design, and product ownership in an Engineering context. What you'll get to do Take ownership of a best-in-class card product by scoping out breakthrough features, and owning the end-to-end delivery of your sub-domain(s) in close alignment with the Product and Engineering domain leaders. Contribute to the overall card roadmap with inputs from your subdomain(s) You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll manage deadlines and be responsible for proactively raising delivery risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You will be responsible for being the champion of the feature, telling different teams and clients about the product, and adapting your style of communication and materials to different stakeholders Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in FinTech or with a regulated lender You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish and have gathered clear learnings on what went well and what didn't. You've then ensured the successful in-life maintenance of the feature (or project) going forward. Strong preference that you have experience in card payments: Visa/Mastercard, card payment regulatory compliance, 3DS, mobile wallets, card processing. Experience working across different regions and jurisdictions is a plus You are comfortable leading multiple workstreams on the go as well as presenting existing and new capabilities internally and externally to clients. You have experience working directly with APIs. You have a keen eye for mobile UX and a good understanding of market trends in the cards world. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll run one or more subdomains in the Cards area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new cards features. You'll also work closely with the wider cards product team, including contributing to the broader cards roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy, client-facing requirements gathering & solution design, and product ownership in an Engineering context. What you'll get to do Take ownership of a best-in-class card product by scoping out breakthrough features, and owning the end-to-end delivery of your sub-domain(s) in close alignment with the Product and Engineering domain leaders. Contribute to the overall card roadmap with inputs from your subdomain(s) You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll manage deadlines and be responsible for proactively raising delivery risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You will be responsible for being the champion of the feature, telling different teams and clients about the product, and adapting your style of communication and materials to different stakeholders Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in FinTech or with a regulated lender You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish and have gathered clear learnings on what went well and what didn't. You've then ensured the successful in-life maintenance of the feature (or project) going forward. Strong preference that you have experience in card payments: Visa/Mastercard, card payment regulatory compliance, 3DS, mobile wallets, card processing. Experience working across different regions and jurisdictions is a plus You are comfortable leading multiple workstreams on the go as well as presenting existing and new capabilities internally and externally to clients. You have experience working directly with APIs. You have a keen eye for mobile UX and a good understanding of market trends in the cards world. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
I'm currently working with a well-established main contractor, based in Glasgow, to source an experienced Estimator. This contractor delivers a diverse portfolio of projects across commercial, education, community and healthcare sectors. Project values can range from £500k to £10m, but typically sit between £2m to £4m. Relationship-driven contractor with a strong pipeline of both competitively tendered and negotiated projects. They are selective about what they tender, focusing on quality over quantity. You would typically be responsible for 3 4 tenders per month, allowing time to properly interrogate costs and engage meaningfully with the supply chain. While commercially astute, they favour sitting down with subcontractors to reach fair agreements rather than adopting a heavily contractual or adversarial approach. Responsibilities: - Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions across multiple sectors. - Manage the tender process from enquiry to submission. - Price projects ranging from £500k £10m (typically £2m £4m). - Work on approximately 3 4 tenders per month. - Engage and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers. - Attend pre and post tender meetings. - Support value engineering and alternative proposals. - Ensure thorough handover to delivery teams. Requirements: - Proven experience as an Estimator with a main contractor in Scotland. - Proficiency in Conquest or Causeway estimating software. - Strong knowledge of Scottish supply chain and market conditions. Sound like the role for you? Apply now! Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
I'm currently working with a well-established main contractor, based in Glasgow, to source an experienced Estimator. This contractor delivers a diverse portfolio of projects across commercial, education, community and healthcare sectors. Project values can range from £500k to £10m, but typically sit between £2m to £4m. Relationship-driven contractor with a strong pipeline of both competitively tendered and negotiated projects. They are selective about what they tender, focusing on quality over quantity. You would typically be responsible for 3 4 tenders per month, allowing time to properly interrogate costs and engage meaningfully with the supply chain. While commercially astute, they favour sitting down with subcontractors to reach fair agreements rather than adopting a heavily contractual or adversarial approach. Responsibilities: - Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions across multiple sectors. - Manage the tender process from enquiry to submission. - Price projects ranging from £500k £10m (typically £2m £4m). - Work on approximately 3 4 tenders per month. - Engage and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers. - Attend pre and post tender meetings. - Support value engineering and alternative proposals. - Ensure thorough handover to delivery teams. Requirements: - Proven experience as an Estimator with a main contractor in Scotland. - Proficiency in Conquest or Causeway estimating software. - Strong knowledge of Scottish supply chain and market conditions. Sound like the role for you? Apply now! Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Senior Jira Engineer - SC CLEARED - OUTSIDE IR35 - HIRING ASAP Start date: ASAP Duration: 3 months (Extendable) Location: 1-2 days per week in the Portsmouth office & 3-4 days per week remote working Rate: £480 - £492 per day OUTSIDE IR35 SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED Summary As the Jira Engineer, you will need to deliver the following outcome(s): Implement Service Architecture design plans, build out the JSM environment. Test, and iterate based on user needs Top 3 Skills: Adaptable Problem-Solver. Since you will be handling everything from L1 support to L3 engineering in a growing environment, you must be comfortable pivoting between routine maintenance and complex solution design without losing momentum. You will work across the team ensuring Jira solutions are integrated seamlessly into the wider programme. User-Centred. By prioritising the developer experience, you will build intuitive service wrappers and support tools that truly empower teams rather than adding friction. Key Skills: Atlassian administration - Deep, hands-on experience configuring and managing Jira Software, Jira Service Management. Workflow engineering - Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into elegant, functional Jira workflows, automation, and custom schemes. Extensive experience with the Atlassian add-on ecosystem to extend platform capabilities. Comfortable providing multi-level technical support, from high-level L3 architectural troubleshooting to initial L1/L2 triage and resolution. Skilled in documenting system changes, creating user guides, and generating performance reports to track instance health
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Senior Jira Engineer - SC CLEARED - OUTSIDE IR35 - HIRING ASAP Start date: ASAP Duration: 3 months (Extendable) Location: 1-2 days per week in the Portsmouth office & 3-4 days per week remote working Rate: £480 - £492 per day OUTSIDE IR35 SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED Summary As the Jira Engineer, you will need to deliver the following outcome(s): Implement Service Architecture design plans, build out the JSM environment. Test, and iterate based on user needs Top 3 Skills: Adaptable Problem-Solver. Since you will be handling everything from L1 support to L3 engineering in a growing environment, you must be comfortable pivoting between routine maintenance and complex solution design without losing momentum. You will work across the team ensuring Jira solutions are integrated seamlessly into the wider programme. User-Centred. By prioritising the developer experience, you will build intuitive service wrappers and support tools that truly empower teams rather than adding friction. Key Skills: Atlassian administration - Deep, hands-on experience configuring and managing Jira Software, Jira Service Management. Workflow engineering - Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into elegant, functional Jira workflows, automation, and custom schemes. Extensive experience with the Atlassian add-on ecosystem to extend platform capabilities. Comfortable providing multi-level technical support, from high-level L3 architectural troubleshooting to initial L1/L2 triage and resolution. Skilled in documenting system changes, creating user guides, and generating performance reports to track instance health
Contract Details Contract Length: 12 months Rate: £600 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Location: Remote (UK-based) Sector: UK Government/Public Sector Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to support a large-scale UK Government programme. This role will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices. You will work closely with engineering teams, security stakeholders, and delivery leads to enable modern, automated software delivery while ensuring compliance with government security and operational standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of DevOps and cloud-native solutions for mission-critical government services Define, implement, and govern CI/CD pipelines to support secure and frequent deployments Own infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices and standards across environments Act as a technical leader and mentor for DevOps engineers within delivery teams Collaborate with development, architecture, security, and operations teams Ensure platforms meet government security, resilience, and compliance requirements Drive automation, monitoring, and reliability improvements Support incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous service improvement Contribute to technical documentation and architectural decision records Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience as a Lead or Senior DevOps Engineer on complex platforms Proven experience delivering solutions within UK Government or regulated environments Extensive hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) Strong infrastructure-as-code expertise (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, Bicep, etc.) CI/CD tooling experience (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.) Containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, EKS/AKS) Linux systems administration and Scripting (Bash, Python, etc.) Monitoring and logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, ELK) Experience embedding security-by-design into DevOps workflows Desirable Skills Experience with GDS standards and public sector delivery frameworks Knowledge of NCSC/cloud security principles Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery teams Familiarity with service management (ITIL, SRE practices) Active or previous UK security clearance (SC highly desirable) Personal Attributes Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Comfortable working in complex, multi-supplier environments Pragmatic, delivery-focused, and able to balance pace with governance Excellent communication skills, both technical and non-technical What's on Offer Long-term 12-month contract on a high-impact government programme Competitive £600/day inside IR35 rate Fully remote working (UK-based) Opportunity to shape DevOps capability on a nationally significant project
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Contract Details Contract Length: 12 months Rate: £600 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Location: Remote (UK-based) Sector: UK Government/Public Sector Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to support a large-scale UK Government programme. This role will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices. You will work closely with engineering teams, security stakeholders, and delivery leads to enable modern, automated software delivery while ensuring compliance with government security and operational standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of DevOps and cloud-native solutions for mission-critical government services Define, implement, and govern CI/CD pipelines to support secure and frequent deployments Own infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices and standards across environments Act as a technical leader and mentor for DevOps engineers within delivery teams Collaborate with development, architecture, security, and operations teams Ensure platforms meet government security, resilience, and compliance requirements Drive automation, monitoring, and reliability improvements Support incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous service improvement Contribute to technical documentation and architectural decision records Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience as a Lead or Senior DevOps Engineer on complex platforms Proven experience delivering solutions within UK Government or regulated environments Extensive hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) Strong infrastructure-as-code expertise (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, Bicep, etc.) CI/CD tooling experience (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.) Containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, EKS/AKS) Linux systems administration and Scripting (Bash, Python, etc.) Monitoring and logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, ELK) Experience embedding security-by-design into DevOps workflows Desirable Skills Experience with GDS standards and public sector delivery frameworks Knowledge of NCSC/cloud security principles Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery teams Familiarity with service management (ITIL, SRE practices) Active or previous UK security clearance (SC highly desirable) Personal Attributes Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Comfortable working in complex, multi-supplier environments Pragmatic, delivery-focused, and able to balance pace with governance Excellent communication skills, both technical and non-technical What's on Offer Long-term 12-month contract on a high-impact government programme Competitive £600/day inside IR35 rate Fully remote working (UK-based) Opportunity to shape DevOps capability on a nationally significant project
Contract Principal Test Equipment Engineer Edinburgh (Fulltime onsite) Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 SC Clearance is essential Are you interested in developing test equipment for some of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace platforms in the UK? If you like the sound of working on advanced aviation systems, we would like to hear from you. We are looking for an experienced Principal Test Equipment Engineer to join the development team on a complex Automatic Test Equipment system. You will be required to work within a multi-disciplined engineering team in the delivery of technical solutions for the project. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide variety of engineering activities including, but not limited to, the design and development of solutions for Automatic Test Equipment systems, integration testing, qualification, certification, and customer acceptance. This will involve liaison with internal/external customers and engineering sub-contractors. Key responsibilities Key contributor to the creation and delivery of the technical solution within a defined work package area, ensuring that it meets all stakeholder requirements Development and deployment of test programs Hardware and software integration of test programs Design of systems, interfaces, and cable assemblies Work closely with internal IPT functions, support Production, and liaise with external customer stakeholders Ensure the application of appropriate tools and techniques for test equipment design by the team, providing advice in your area of expertise Resolve emerging issues by proposing and driving through solutions, escalating more complex risks, and supporting definition of opportunities and risk mitigation options Foster relationships and networks within and outside the line of business, actively seeking out opportunities and promoting a culture of best practice Develop, coach, mentor, teach, and upskill other engineers in the wider application of engineering Key skills: Demonstrated experience of technical solution development within a multi-disciplinary team Integration experience using software languages such as CVI, C, C++ Integration experience in an NI TestStand environment LF/Digital and/or RF/uW hardware integration experience Offsite/overseas test integration experience Hands-on experience of the full hardware design process and life cycle Knowledge of product safety legislation Experience in capturing and analysing stakeholder needs to guide the development of future-ready solutions Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and adapt to changing demands Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across a wide range of organisations, disciplines, and seniority levels Ability to maintain engineering best practice, including drawing from external sources such as academia or other industries Demonstrated ability to coach and develop others
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Contract Principal Test Equipment Engineer Edinburgh (Fulltime onsite) Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 SC Clearance is essential Are you interested in developing test equipment for some of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace platforms in the UK? If you like the sound of working on advanced aviation systems, we would like to hear from you. We are looking for an experienced Principal Test Equipment Engineer to join the development team on a complex Automatic Test Equipment system. You will be required to work within a multi-disciplined engineering team in the delivery of technical solutions for the project. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide variety of engineering activities including, but not limited to, the design and development of solutions for Automatic Test Equipment systems, integration testing, qualification, certification, and customer acceptance. This will involve liaison with internal/external customers and engineering sub-contractors. Key responsibilities Key contributor to the creation and delivery of the technical solution within a defined work package area, ensuring that it meets all stakeholder requirements Development and deployment of test programs Hardware and software integration of test programs Design of systems, interfaces, and cable assemblies Work closely with internal IPT functions, support Production, and liaise with external customer stakeholders Ensure the application of appropriate tools and techniques for test equipment design by the team, providing advice in your area of expertise Resolve emerging issues by proposing and driving through solutions, escalating more complex risks, and supporting definition of opportunities and risk mitigation options Foster relationships and networks within and outside the line of business, actively seeking out opportunities and promoting a culture of best practice Develop, coach, mentor, teach, and upskill other engineers in the wider application of engineering Key skills: Demonstrated experience of technical solution development within a multi-disciplinary team Integration experience using software languages such as CVI, C, C++ Integration experience in an NI TestStand environment LF/Digital and/or RF/uW hardware integration experience Offsite/overseas test integration experience Hands-on experience of the full hardware design process and life cycle Knowledge of product safety legislation Experience in capturing and analysing stakeholder needs to guide the development of future-ready solutions Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and adapt to changing demands Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across a wide range of organisations, disciplines, and seniority levels Ability to maintain engineering best practice, including drawing from external sources such as academia or other industries Demonstrated ability to coach and develop others
Our client is looking for a technically skilled CAD Designer to create and maintain high-accuracy technical drawings and plans. Working alongside engineers and architects, you will be responsible for translating complex data into detailed visual representations. Mandatory Requirement Security Clearance: Active Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is essential for this role due to the nature of the projects. Key Responsibilities Technical Drafting: Create 2D and 3D drawings using software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit. Design Interpretation: Convert field sketches and technical specifications into accurate digital designs. Quality & Compliance: Conduct quality checks to correct errors and ensure all work meets industry standards. Project Support: Revise drawings based on feedback and maintain organized project files to meet strict deadlines. Required Skills Software Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit is required. Drawing Principles: A strong understanding of technical drawing standards and the ability to interpret engineering plans. Precision: High attention to detail with a basic knowledge of materials and manufacturing. Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively within a technical team. Preferred Experience Experience in construction, manufacturing, or civil engineering. Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools. Apply: If you are interested then please apply or share your updated CV with your availability and I will give you a call back to discuss the role further. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Our client is looking for a technically skilled CAD Designer to create and maintain high-accuracy technical drawings and plans. Working alongside engineers and architects, you will be responsible for translating complex data into detailed visual representations. Mandatory Requirement Security Clearance: Active Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is essential for this role due to the nature of the projects. Key Responsibilities Technical Drafting: Create 2D and 3D drawings using software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit. Design Interpretation: Convert field sketches and technical specifications into accurate digital designs. Quality & Compliance: Conduct quality checks to correct errors and ensure all work meets industry standards. Project Support: Revise drawings based on feedback and maintain organized project files to meet strict deadlines. Required Skills Software Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit is required. Drawing Principles: A strong understanding of technical drawing standards and the ability to interpret engineering plans. Precision: High attention to detail with a basic knowledge of materials and manufacturing. Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively within a technical team. Preferred Experience Experience in construction, manufacturing, or civil engineering. Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools. Apply: If you are interested then please apply or share your updated CV with your availability and I will give you a call back to discuss the role further. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
