Lead Data Platform Engineer - Databricks - IAC - Terraform - Azure Data Factory - Data Lakehouse The Data Platform Engineer designs, develops, automates, and maintains secure, scalable, and compliant data platforms that enable the firm to efficiently manage, analyse, and utilise data. The role ensures that data solutions are robust and reliable while meeting regulatory obligations and safeguarding client confidentiality. Key Responsibilities Design and architect scalable, secure, and compliant data platforms and solutions, producing technical documentation and securing approvals through governance bodies such as Architecture Review Boards. Build and deliver robust data solutions using Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, Azure Data Factory, and Azure services. Develop APIs and write efficient Python, PySpark, and SQL code to support data integration, processing, and automation. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using Azure DevOps to enable reliable releases across environments. Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (eg, Terraform, ARM) to provision and manage cloud resources, including ADF pipelines, Databricks assets, and Unity Catalog components. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise data platform performance, reliability, and costs, identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements. Create dashboards and observability tools to report on platform performance, usage, incidents, and operational KPIs. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience designing and building cloud-based data platforms, ideally within Azure. Strong hands-on expertise with Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, and Azure Data Factory. Solid understanding of Data Lakehouse architecture and modern data platform design. Proficiency in Python for data engineering, automation, and data processing. Experience developing and integrating REST APIs for data services. Strong DevOps experience, including CI/CD, automated testing, and release management for data platforms. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or ARM templates. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data warehousing concepts. Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (eg, Azure Monitor). Desirable Experience with additional Azure services (eg, Fabric, Azure Functions, Logic Apps). Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation for data platforms. Understanding of data governance and regulatory compliance (eg, GDPR). Experience working in regulated or professional services environments.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Lead Data Platform Engineer - Databricks - IAC - Terraform - Azure Data Factory - Data Lakehouse The Data Platform Engineer designs, develops, automates, and maintains secure, scalable, and compliant data platforms that enable the firm to efficiently manage, analyse, and utilise data. The role ensures that data solutions are robust and reliable while meeting regulatory obligations and safeguarding client confidentiality. Key Responsibilities Design and architect scalable, secure, and compliant data platforms and solutions, producing technical documentation and securing approvals through governance bodies such as Architecture Review Boards. Build and deliver robust data solutions using Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, Azure Data Factory, and Azure services. Develop APIs and write efficient Python, PySpark, and SQL code to support data integration, processing, and automation. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using Azure DevOps to enable reliable releases across environments. Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (eg, Terraform, ARM) to provision and manage cloud resources, including ADF pipelines, Databricks assets, and Unity Catalog components. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise data platform performance, reliability, and costs, identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements. Create dashboards and observability tools to report on platform performance, usage, incidents, and operational KPIs. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience designing and building cloud-based data platforms, ideally within Azure. Strong hands-on expertise with Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, and Azure Data Factory. Solid understanding of Data Lakehouse architecture and modern data platform design. Proficiency in Python for data engineering, automation, and data processing. Experience developing and integrating REST APIs for data services. Strong DevOps experience, including CI/CD, automated testing, and release management for data platforms. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or ARM templates. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data warehousing concepts. Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (eg, Azure Monitor). Desirable Experience with additional Azure services (eg, Fabric, Azure Functions, Logic Apps). Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation for data platforms. Understanding of data governance and regulatory compliance (eg, GDPR). Experience working in regulated or professional services environments.
Senior Platform Engineer (Fully Remote) - GKE, GCP, Terraform Location: Fully Remote Salary: £60,000 - £72,000 plus Generous Bonus Scheme About the role Our client, a leading insurance company, are looking for a Remote-Working, Experienced Platform Engineer to support and enhance their modern cloud engineering environment. You'll help drive a high-impact cloud platform powering multiple engineering teams at scale. The focus is on building and running shared platforms that enable multiple engineering teams to move faster, safer and with confidence. You'll set standards, shape design decisions, and act as a trusted technical authority without formal line management. Key responsibilities Design, build and maintain cloud infrastructure using Terraform (IaC) on Google Cloud Platform Operate and evolve Kubernetes (GKE) platforms used by multiple teams Deploy and manage workloads using Helm with strong isolation and configuration practices Own and improve CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitOps Embed observability across the platform (monitoring, logging, alerting, tracing) Define and enforce platform standards, patterns and best practices Produce and maintain high-quality documentation, diagrams and runbooks Lead and contribute to technical design and architecture discussions Mentor and support mid-level and junior engineers Drive automation, stability and long-term platform reliability Skills and experience Strong experience as a Senior Platform Engineer/Platform Engineer Hands-on expertise with Kubernetes, ideally GKE Proven experience with GCP in production environments Deep knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code principles Experience deploying services with Helm CI/CD expertise, particularly Azure DevOps Git-based workflows, GitOps and tools such as Argo CD Experience with service mesh technologies (eg Istio) Exposure to observability/APM tooling Confident technical leader with experience setting standards and mentoring others Comfortable working in shared platform environments Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Senior Platform Engineer (Fully Remote) - GKE, GCP, Terraform Location: Fully Remote Salary: £60,000 - £72,000 plus Generous Bonus Scheme About the role Our client, a leading insurance company, are looking for a Remote-Working, Experienced Platform Engineer to support and enhance their modern cloud engineering environment. You'll help drive a high-impact cloud platform powering multiple engineering teams at scale. The focus is on building and running shared platforms that enable multiple engineering teams to move faster, safer and with confidence. You'll set standards, shape design decisions, and act as a trusted technical authority without formal line management. Key responsibilities Design, build and maintain cloud infrastructure using Terraform (IaC) on Google Cloud Platform Operate and evolve Kubernetes (GKE) platforms used by multiple teams Deploy and manage workloads using Helm with strong isolation and configuration practices Own and improve CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitOps Embed observability across the platform (monitoring, logging, alerting, tracing) Define and enforce platform standards, patterns and best practices Produce and maintain high-quality documentation, diagrams and runbooks Lead and contribute to technical design and architecture discussions Mentor and support mid-level and junior engineers Drive automation, stability and long-term platform reliability Skills and experience Strong experience as a Senior Platform Engineer/Platform Engineer Hands-on expertise with Kubernetes, ideally GKE Proven experience with GCP in production environments Deep knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code principles Experience deploying services with Helm CI/CD expertise, particularly Azure DevOps Git-based workflows, GitOps and tools such as Argo CD Experience with service mesh technologies (eg Istio) Exposure to observability/APM tooling Confident technical leader with experience setting standards and mentoring others Comfortable working in shared platform environments Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - SC Cleared - 12 month contract - Hybrid Contract Length: 12 months Location: Newcastle (Preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool (Peel Park) Hybrid Working: Around 3 days on-site, 2 days remote. Pay Rate: Max £650 per day (Umbrella) (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Mandatory Active SC Clearance is required for this role. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This isn't an operations or "maintenance" role. We need a builder-someone who can jump straight into design and delivery, applying NetDevOps principles to support critical, high-availability services. You'll be bridging the gap between traditional networking and modern cloud-integrated infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Design & Implementation: Build and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centers, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, OCI) Security First: Implement Palo Alto Firewall policies aligned with Zero Trust principles Traffic Engineering: Optimize complex OSPF and BGP environments for maximum resilience. Automation: Replace manual tasks with Python, Ansible, and Terraform to drive speed and consistency Collaboration: Work alongside Architecture and Cloud teams to ensure solutions are scalable and secure. Modernization: Drive the transition from Legacy systems to VXLAN/EVPN fabrics and SD-WAN technologies. Essential Technical Skills (The "Must-Haves") To be successful, you need deep, hands-on expertise in: Enterprise Network Engineering Complex OSPF & BGP routing. Design of resilient, high-availability traffic flows. Firewall & Security Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls. Network segmentation and Zero Trust architecture. Data Center Architecture VXLAN/EVPN , VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics. Experience with Arista (or equivalent) and F5 BIG-IP (LTM, APM, ASM). Automation & NetDevOps Scripting with Python and Ansible. CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). Desirable Skills (The "Nice-to-Haves") Aruba Central/ClearPass SD-WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernizing large-scale Legacy public sector networks What This Role Is Not Not an Operations-only or monitoring role. Not a pure SRE role without deep networking roots. Not an Incident Management role without design/build responsibilities. If you are interested, please apply directly. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 21, 2026
Contractor
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - SC Cleared - 12 month contract - Hybrid Contract Length: 12 months Location: Newcastle (Preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool (Peel Park) Hybrid Working: Around 3 days on-site, 2 days remote. Pay Rate: Max £650 per day (Umbrella) (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Mandatory Active SC Clearance is required for this role. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This isn't an operations or "maintenance" role. We need a builder-someone who can jump straight into design and delivery, applying NetDevOps principles to support critical, high-availability services. You'll be bridging the gap between traditional networking and modern cloud-integrated infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Design & Implementation: Build and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centers, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, OCI) Security First: Implement Palo Alto Firewall policies aligned with Zero Trust principles Traffic Engineering: Optimize complex OSPF and BGP environments for maximum resilience. Automation: Replace manual tasks with Python, Ansible, and Terraform to drive speed and consistency Collaboration: Work alongside Architecture and Cloud teams to ensure solutions are scalable and secure. Modernization: Drive the transition from Legacy systems to VXLAN/EVPN fabrics and SD-WAN technologies. Essential Technical Skills (The "Must-Haves") To be successful, you need deep, hands-on expertise in: Enterprise Network Engineering Complex OSPF & BGP routing. Design of resilient, high-availability traffic flows. Firewall & Security Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls. Network segmentation and Zero Trust architecture. Data Center Architecture VXLAN/EVPN , VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics. Experience with Arista (or equivalent) and F5 BIG-IP (LTM, APM, ASM). Automation & NetDevOps Scripting with Python and Ansible. CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). Desirable Skills (The "Nice-to-Haves") Aruba Central/ClearPass SD-WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernizing large-scale Legacy public sector networks What This Role Is Not Not an Operations-only or monitoring role. Not a pure SRE role without deep networking roots. Not an Incident Management role without design/build responsibilities. If you are interested, please apply directly. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps(SC Active) Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type: Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 21, 2026
Contractor
Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps(SC Active) Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type: Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type: Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 21, 2026
Contractor
Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type: Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of more than 40 million UK citizens. We are committed to user-centred design, agile delivery, and driving innovation in digital services that truly matter. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain data products and a modern Strategic Data Platform. You will work within multi-functional Agile delivery teams, ensuring operational stability, ongoing support, and continuous enhancement of data solutions. This role is ideal for someone with strong Azure data engineering experience, excellent SQL and Python capability, and a passion for building scalable, reliable data platforms in complex environments. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain data solutions using Azure Data Factory and Azure Synapse Manage the full data development life cycle within Agile delivery teams Integrate and automate workflows using Azure DevOps pipelines Develop dimension data models and semantic models to support Power BI analytics Create advanced dashboards, visualisations, and reporting solutions in Power BI Implement robust data governance, profiling, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance Lead the migration of Legacy data systems to modern Azure-based platforms Apply dbt (with SQL databases) for data transformation, modelling, and workflow optimisation Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions Coach and mentor team members to strengthen data engineering best practices Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance (must be valid at time of application) Proven expertise with: Azure Data Factory & Azure Synapse Microsoft Azure & Azure DevOps Power BI (including semantic modelling) Python (including PySpark) and advanced SQL dbt for SQL-based data transformation and modelling Dimension data modelling Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) Experience working with structured and unstructured data Strong background in Agile delivery environments Ability to translate business needs into effective technical solutions Proven experience delivering Legacy migration projects within complex organisations Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable Azure certifications (Data Engineer, Data Scientist, or related) Knowledge of GDPR, data security, and governance best practices Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements . As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
Apr 21, 2026
Contractor
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of more than 40 million UK citizens. We are committed to user-centred design, agile delivery, and driving innovation in digital services that truly matter. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain data products and a modern Strategic Data Platform. You will work within multi-functional Agile delivery teams, ensuring operational stability, ongoing support, and continuous enhancement of data solutions. This role is ideal for someone with strong Azure data engineering experience, excellent SQL and Python capability, and a passion for building scalable, reliable data platforms in complex environments. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain data solutions using Azure Data Factory and Azure Synapse Manage the full data development life cycle within Agile delivery teams Integrate and automate workflows using Azure DevOps pipelines Develop dimension data models and semantic models to support Power BI analytics Create advanced dashboards, visualisations, and reporting solutions in Power BI Implement robust data governance, profiling, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance Lead the migration of Legacy data systems to modern Azure-based platforms Apply dbt (with SQL databases) for data transformation, modelling, and workflow optimisation Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions Coach and mentor team members to strengthen data engineering best practices Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance (must be valid at time of application) Proven expertise with: Azure Data Factory & Azure Synapse Microsoft Azure & Azure DevOps Power BI (including semantic modelling) Python (including PySpark) and advanced SQL dbt for SQL-based data transformation and modelling Dimension data modelling Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) Experience working with structured and unstructured data Strong background in Agile delivery environments Ability to translate business needs into effective technical solutions Proven experience delivering Legacy migration projects within complex organisations Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable Azure certifications (Data Engineer, Data Scientist, or related) Knowledge of GDPR, data security, and governance best practices Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements . As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
Infrastructure & Cloud Architect London | Hybrid Competitive base with bonus and excellent Benefits Unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and evolving the hybrid on-prem/Azure environment a leading global financial services organisation. This role focuses on platform architecture rather than application design. You will help define and implement the core Azure infrastructure foundations that support enterprise workloads across the organisation. The position involves designing secure, scalable and well-governed cloud environments across hybrid infrastructure, working closely with engineering, security and DevOps teams to ensure architecture is delivered in practice. Key responsibilities: Designing Azure Landing Zones and platform architecture Defining Azure networking architecture (hub-spoke, segmentation, private connectivity) Designing hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and Azure Develop comprehensive cloud and infrastructure solutions, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments, in line with organisational goals. Lead the deployment and configuration of infrastructure platforms (eg, Azure, VMware, Cisco), ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Monitor and analyse infrastructure performance, recommending improvements and proactively resolving issues. Optimise resource utilisation to control costs, including budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management. Work closely with the DevOps, security, and operations teams to support deployments and ongoing infrastructure projects. Evaluate emerging technologies, driving adoption where beneficial to the organisation. Key requirements: Azure Landing Zones Azure networking (Private Link, DNS, hybrid connectivity) Significant experience designing distributed enterprise Cloud Native systems in hybrid environments. Expertise in Azure IaaS and PaaS services, and virtualisation technologies. Strong understanding of networking, storage, security, and disaster recovery. Proven track record in using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible and Terraform Experience with Configuration as Code, Policy as Code and Architecture as Code. Proven ability in strategic planning and cloud transformation initiatives. Desirable: Diagrams as code, ie C4 Modelling and Structurizr, Mermaid, Plantuml, Desirable: Threat Modelling and Secure by design principles. Desirable: Understanding of ZTNA. This opportunity offers the chance to influence the design and evolution of large-scale Azure infrastructure platforms within a prestigious, global organisation.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Infrastructure & Cloud Architect London | Hybrid Competitive base with bonus and excellent Benefits Unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and evolving the hybrid on-prem/Azure environment a leading global financial services organisation. This role focuses on platform architecture rather than application design. You will help define and implement the core Azure infrastructure foundations that support enterprise workloads across the organisation. The position involves designing secure, scalable and well-governed cloud environments across hybrid infrastructure, working closely with engineering, security and DevOps teams to ensure architecture is delivered in practice. Key responsibilities: Designing Azure Landing Zones and platform architecture Defining Azure networking architecture (hub-spoke, segmentation, private connectivity) Designing hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and Azure Develop comprehensive cloud and infrastructure solutions, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments, in line with organisational goals. Lead the deployment and configuration of infrastructure platforms (eg, Azure, VMware, Cisco), ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Monitor and analyse infrastructure performance, recommending improvements and proactively resolving issues. Optimise resource utilisation to control costs, including budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management. Work closely with the DevOps, security, and operations teams to support deployments and ongoing infrastructure projects. Evaluate emerging technologies, driving adoption where beneficial to the organisation. Key requirements: Azure Landing Zones Azure networking (Private Link, DNS, hybrid connectivity) Significant experience designing distributed enterprise Cloud Native systems in hybrid environments. Expertise in Azure IaaS and PaaS services, and virtualisation technologies. Strong understanding of networking, storage, security, and disaster recovery. Proven track record in using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible and Terraform Experience with Configuration as Code, Policy as Code and Architecture as Code. Proven ability in strategic planning and cloud transformation initiatives. Desirable: Diagrams as code, ie C4 Modelling and Structurizr, Mermaid, Plantuml, Desirable: Threat Modelling and Secure by design principles. Desirable: Understanding of ZTNA. This opportunity offers the chance to influence the design and evolution of large-scale Azure infrastructure platforms within a prestigious, global organisation.
DevSecOps/Container Security Engineer (Containerisation/Kubernetes) Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) Contract We're working with a leading financial services client to hire a Container Security Engineer with a strong focus on Containerisation and Kubernetes security. This role will play a key part in advancing secure container adoption across a large-scale enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities Support and enhance the container security programme, defining standards and best practices Provide hands-on expertise and guidance on Kubernetes and container security Integrate security tools into container life cycles to identify risks early in development Conduct security assessments across container platforms, pipelines, and workloads Implement observability and monitoring to detect vulnerabilities and security risks Collaborate with engineering, security, and risk teams to strengthen DevSecOps practices Support incident response and SOC activities related to container environments Ensure compliance with industry security standards (eg NIST, CIS, PCI-DSS) Key Requirements Strong experience with Kubernetes and container platforms (essential) Hands-on experience across cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) Proven background in DevOps/DevSecOps, including CI/CD pipeline integration Experience with automation tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Helm) Knowledge of container security tooling (eg scanners, CNAPP) Programming experience (eg Python or Java) Solid understanding of security principles within containerised environments Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills This is an excellent opportunity to work at scale, driving secure container and Kubernetes practices within a complex, enterprise setting.
Apr 21, 2026
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DevSecOps/Container Security Engineer (Containerisation/Kubernetes) Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) Contract We're working with a leading financial services client to hire a Container Security Engineer with a strong focus on Containerisation and Kubernetes security. This role will play a key part in advancing secure container adoption across a large-scale enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities Support and enhance the container security programme, defining standards and best practices Provide hands-on expertise and guidance on Kubernetes and container security Integrate security tools into container life cycles to identify risks early in development Conduct security assessments across container platforms, pipelines, and workloads Implement observability and monitoring to detect vulnerabilities and security risks Collaborate with engineering, security, and risk teams to strengthen DevSecOps practices Support incident response and SOC activities related to container environments Ensure compliance with industry security standards (eg NIST, CIS, PCI-DSS) Key Requirements Strong experience with Kubernetes and container platforms (essential) Hands-on experience across cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) Proven background in DevOps/DevSecOps, including CI/CD pipeline integration Experience with automation tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Helm) Knowledge of container security tooling (eg scanners, CNAPP) Programming experience (eg Python or Java) Solid understanding of security principles within containerised environments Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills This is an excellent opportunity to work at scale, driving secure container and Kubernetes practices within a complex, enterprise setting.
Senior Back End Java Developer (IDAM) - Contract (Inside IR35) - SC Cleared We're looking for a Senior Back End Java Developer with strong Identity & Access Management (IDAM) experience to join an Agile engineering team delivering enhancements, new features and BAU support for a large-scale IDAM service. You'll help modernise and re-platform the platform onto Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), improving reliability, security and delivery pipelines. What you'll be doing Designing and building robust, scalable Back End services in a cloud-based environment Delivering features and continuous improvements alongside incident/support work Contributing to technical design and architecture discussions Working in an Agile squad (stand-ups, planning, retrospectives) and owning Jira tickets end-to-end Supporting integration of large-scale components within a wider web application ecosystem Contributing to incident and change management to maintain service reliability Supporting and mentoring others, sharing knowledge and influencing engineering best practice Participating in out-of-hours support (once per month, Mon-Sat) Essential experience Proven IDAM knowledge and hands-on experience integrating with at least one IDAM platform (eg, ForgeRock, Okta, Azure AD, Auth0, One Identity) Strong Java Back End development (Spring Boot, Hibernate or similar) CI/CD pipeline experience, especially Jenkins DevOps principles and modern deployment pipelines Git version control and Agile delivery (Jira/Confluence) Reverse engineering/troubleshooting existing services and integrations Comfortable collaborating closely with a team while also working independently and taking ownership Nice to have Azure (including AKS exposure), Terraform (IaC), Ansible Broader CI/CD tooling and automation experience Some Front End experience Clearance/eligibility Active, transferable SC clearance is required Sole UK national Contract details Inside IR35 (PAYE engagement) Remote working (UK-based), full-time London £525/day Inside IR35 Apply with your latest CV highlighting your Java, IDAM and CI/CD experience.
Apr 21, 2026
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Senior Back End Java Developer (IDAM) - Contract (Inside IR35) - SC Cleared We're looking for a Senior Back End Java Developer with strong Identity & Access Management (IDAM) experience to join an Agile engineering team delivering enhancements, new features and BAU support for a large-scale IDAM service. You'll help modernise and re-platform the platform onto Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), improving reliability, security and delivery pipelines. What you'll be doing Designing and building robust, scalable Back End services in a cloud-based environment Delivering features and continuous improvements alongside incident/support work Contributing to technical design and architecture discussions Working in an Agile squad (stand-ups, planning, retrospectives) and owning Jira tickets end-to-end Supporting integration of large-scale components within a wider web application ecosystem Contributing to incident and change management to maintain service reliability Supporting and mentoring others, sharing knowledge and influencing engineering best practice Participating in out-of-hours support (once per month, Mon-Sat) Essential experience Proven IDAM knowledge and hands-on experience integrating with at least one IDAM platform (eg, ForgeRock, Okta, Azure AD, Auth0, One Identity) Strong Java Back End development (Spring Boot, Hibernate or similar) CI/CD pipeline experience, especially Jenkins DevOps principles and modern deployment pipelines Git version control and Agile delivery (Jira/Confluence) Reverse engineering/troubleshooting existing services and integrations Comfortable collaborating closely with a team while also working independently and taking ownership Nice to have Azure (including AKS exposure), Terraform (IaC), Ansible Broader CI/CD tooling and automation experience Some Front End experience Clearance/eligibility Active, transferable SC clearance is required Sole UK national Contract details Inside IR35 (PAYE engagement) Remote working (UK-based), full-time London £525/day Inside IR35 Apply with your latest CV highlighting your Java, IDAM and CI/CD experience.
The role will be for 18 months on a fixed term basis.Based from our office in Breedon on the Hill, Derbyshire circa 3 days a week, therefore applicants must live, within a commutable distance to this location. BREEDON GROUP PLC is a leading construction materials group operating from over 400 sites across the UK, Ireland and US. We have an opportunity to join our Data & Analytics team, supporting the delivery of seamless data integrations across our platforms and systems. We are seeking an experienced Azure Integration Engineer who will support the design, development and maintenance of data connections that help power our business systems. The Role As we continue to evolve into a data-driven organisation, we recognise the importance of effective and reliable data integrations. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with experience in building and maintaining reliable integrations across enterprise systems. You will design, develop, and support integration services that ensure seamless communication between business applications. Working closely with developers and analysts, you'll take ownership of integration workflows, ensure testing and monitoring activities, and troubleshoot production issues independently. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain scalable data integration workflows using Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions and other components as required. Build and manage secure APIs leveraging Azure API Management to enable seamless integration between internal systems. Implement reliable, event-driven and message-based integrations using Azure Service Bus and Azure Event Grid to support decoupled architectures. Monitor integration jobs and respond to system alerts as part of daily operations. Take ownership of testing activities to validate data accuracy and system performance. Work with senior team members and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into robust integration solutions. Document integration processes and contribute to the maintenance of technical documentation Investigate and resolve integration issues in a structured and timely manner Participate in improvement efforts to enhance existing data workflows and reduce manual tasks Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field Or equivalent experience gained in a professional data or integration environment Experience and Knowledge Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Azure integration-focused role Hands on experience with Azure Integration Tools (Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, API Management, Service Bus, Event Grid) Solid understanding of APIs (REST/SOAP) and integration patterns Proficiency in complex C#, SQL and Python and a solid understanding of relational databases and data transformations concepts. Familiarity with data formats such as JSON and XML Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Some experience or awareness of ETL or middleware tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, SSIS, Boomi, Kubernetes) Provision and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform is beneficial Skills Attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and system reliability Eagerness to learn and develop within the integration and data space Logical approach to solving problems and debugging technical issues Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams Strong organisational and time management skills Able to work independently with minimal guidance, prioritize tasks, and lead integration activities Personal Attributes Curious, motivated, and committed to continuous learning Adaptable and flexible in a changing environment Team-oriented, with a collaborative and supportive mindset Positive attitude and strong work ethic Dependable and proactive in completing tasks and following through on responsibilities Job Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Free on-site Parking Holiday Buy Scheme Volunteer Scheme Share Save Scheme Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme Health & Wellbeing Initiatives Discount Scheme
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
The role will be for 18 months on a fixed term basis.Based from our office in Breedon on the Hill, Derbyshire circa 3 days a week, therefore applicants must live, within a commutable distance to this location. BREEDON GROUP PLC is a leading construction materials group operating from over 400 sites across the UK, Ireland and US. We have an opportunity to join our Data & Analytics team, supporting the delivery of seamless data integrations across our platforms and systems. We are seeking an experienced Azure Integration Engineer who will support the design, development and maintenance of data connections that help power our business systems. The Role As we continue to evolve into a data-driven organisation, we recognise the importance of effective and reliable data integrations. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with experience in building and maintaining reliable integrations across enterprise systems. You will design, develop, and support integration services that ensure seamless communication between business applications. Working closely with developers and analysts, you'll take ownership of integration workflows, ensure testing and monitoring activities, and troubleshoot production issues independently. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain scalable data integration workflows using Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions and other components as required. Build and manage secure APIs leveraging Azure API Management to enable seamless integration between internal systems. Implement reliable, event-driven and message-based integrations using Azure Service Bus and Azure Event Grid to support decoupled architectures. Monitor integration jobs and respond to system alerts as part of daily operations. Take ownership of testing activities to validate data accuracy and system performance. Work with senior team members and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into robust integration solutions. Document integration processes and contribute to the maintenance of technical documentation Investigate and resolve integration issues in a structured and timely manner Participate in improvement efforts to enhance existing data workflows and reduce manual tasks Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field Or equivalent experience gained in a professional data or integration environment Experience and Knowledge Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Azure integration-focused role Hands on experience with Azure Integration Tools (Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, API Management, Service Bus, Event Grid) Solid understanding of APIs (REST/SOAP) and integration patterns Proficiency in complex C#, SQL and Python and a solid understanding of relational databases and data transformations concepts. Familiarity with data formats such as JSON and XML Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Some experience or awareness of ETL or middleware tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, SSIS, Boomi, Kubernetes) Provision and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform is beneficial Skills Attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and system reliability Eagerness to learn and develop within the integration and data space Logical approach to solving problems and debugging technical issues Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams Strong organisational and time management skills Able to work independently with minimal guidance, prioritize tasks, and lead integration activities Personal Attributes Curious, motivated, and committed to continuous learning Adaptable and flexible in a changing environment Team-oriented, with a collaborative and supportive mindset Positive attitude and strong work ethic Dependable and proactive in completing tasks and following through on responsibilities Job Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Free on-site Parking Holiday Buy Scheme Volunteer Scheme Share Save Scheme Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme Health & Wellbeing Initiatives Discount Scheme
Description We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to support the design and evolution of large-scale, cloud-based data platforms across, working across our portfolio of clients. The Technical Architect will play a key role in shaping solution design patterns, ensuring alignment with established standards, and supporting a strategic transition and migrations across/to/from AWS & Azure. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve technical architecture patterns for data ingestion, processing, and access. Design scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient data solutions within a Hub and Spoke model. Support the design of new data ingestion pipelines (batch and Real Time). Ensure alignment with organisational architectural standards and governance frameworks. Contribute to target architecture roadmaps. Provide architectural guidance across: Data ingestion (Kafka, APIs, SFTP) Data processing (PySpark, EMR, Glue) Storage (S3 and data lake patterns) Collaborate with DevOps, Data Engineers, and Testers to ensure cohesive delivery. Promote engineering best practices, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and observability. Ensure robust handling of schema evolution and upstream data changes. Support onboarding of new data sources and services into the platform. Ensure solutions meet requirements for: Data quality and consistency Performance and scalability Security and compliance Work within defined data modelling ownership boundaries where applicable. Support cloud strategy evolution. Avoid platform lock-in and ensure portable, future-proof designs. Contribute to technical decision-making for future platform direction. Work in blended, cross-functional teams. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to delivery teams. Ensure effective knowledge transfer and capability uplift. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience designing modern cloud-based data platforms. Hands-on architectural experience with: AWS (essential): S3, EMR, Glue Kafka/event streaming architectures Python & PySpark-based data processing Experience designing data ingestion pipelines (batch and Real Time). Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). Experience with GitHub-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with data lake and lakehouse architectures. Strong understanding of: Data ingestion patterns Data transformation and curation layers Data access and productisation Ability to design for large-scale datasets. Experience supporting cloud migrations Knowledge and experience with Azure & Microsoft Fabric & Databricks would be beneficial Familiarity with event-driven and streaming-first architectures at scale. Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-team collaboration skills. Ability to operate effectively within existing governance and standards. Pragmatic decision-making balancing delivery pace and technical quality. Clear communicator able to translate complex architecture into actionable guidance. Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments. This role will require the ability to obtain and hold UK SC Clearance
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Description We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to support the design and evolution of large-scale, cloud-based data platforms across, working across our portfolio of clients. The Technical Architect will play a key role in shaping solution design patterns, ensuring alignment with established standards, and supporting a strategic transition and migrations across/to/from AWS & Azure. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve technical architecture patterns for data ingestion, processing, and access. Design scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient data solutions within a Hub and Spoke model. Support the design of new data ingestion pipelines (batch and Real Time). Ensure alignment with organisational architectural standards and governance frameworks. Contribute to target architecture roadmaps. Provide architectural guidance across: Data ingestion (Kafka, APIs, SFTP) Data processing (PySpark, EMR, Glue) Storage (S3 and data lake patterns) Collaborate with DevOps, Data Engineers, and Testers to ensure cohesive delivery. Promote engineering best practices, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and observability. Ensure robust handling of schema evolution and upstream data changes. Support onboarding of new data sources and services into the platform. Ensure solutions meet requirements for: Data quality and consistency Performance and scalability Security and compliance Work within defined data modelling ownership boundaries where applicable. Support cloud strategy evolution. Avoid platform lock-in and ensure portable, future-proof designs. Contribute to technical decision-making for future platform direction. Work in blended, cross-functional teams. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to delivery teams. Ensure effective knowledge transfer and capability uplift. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience designing modern cloud-based data platforms. Hands-on architectural experience with: AWS (essential): S3, EMR, Glue Kafka/event streaming architectures Python & PySpark-based data processing Experience designing data ingestion pipelines (batch and Real Time). Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). Experience with GitHub-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with data lake and lakehouse architectures. Strong understanding of: Data ingestion patterns Data transformation and curation layers Data access and productisation Ability to design for large-scale datasets. Experience supporting cloud migrations Knowledge and experience with Azure & Microsoft Fabric & Databricks would be beneficial Familiarity with event-driven and streaming-first architectures at scale. Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-team collaboration skills. Ability to operate effectively within existing governance and standards. Pragmatic decision-making balancing delivery pace and technical quality. Clear communicator able to translate complex architecture into actionable guidance. Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments. This role will require the ability to obtain and hold UK SC Clearance
Job Title : Senior Infrastructure Engineer/NetDevOps - SC Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool - whichever is closest (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration : 31/3/27 Daily Rate: £ 650/per day (Umbrella - Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability: You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience: Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge: Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) SC Clearance Nice to Have: Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Security Clearance: SC Clearance Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources
Apr 20, 2026
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Job Title : Senior Infrastructure Engineer/NetDevOps - SC Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool - whichever is closest (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration : 31/3/27 Daily Rate: £ 650/per day (Umbrella - Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability: You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience: Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge: Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) SC Clearance Nice to Have: Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Security Clearance: SC Clearance Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources
INDOTRONIX AVANI UK, LTD
City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) Location: Newcastle, UK (Also open to Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool) With Hybrid (60% on-site) Pay Rate: Depends on Experience Type & Duration: Contract |12 Months Contract with InsideIR35 Job Description: Role Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Senior Infrastructure Engineer with a NetDevOps mindset to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This is a "build and delivery" role, not an operations or SRE position. The successful candidate will integrate automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) into traditional network engineering to support critical, hybrid-cloud services. Key Technical Requirements (Priority Criteria): Candidates must demonstrate deep, hands-on experience in: Enterprise Network Engineering: Complex OSPF/BGP environments and designing resilient traffic flows. Security & Firewalls: Extensive experience with Palo Alto (policy design/implementation) and Zero Trust principles. Data Centre Architecture: VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics (Arista or equivalent). Load Balancing: F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). NetDevOps & Automation: Moving away from manual CLI; proficiency in Python, Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab CI/CD. Cloud/Hybrid Networking: Proven experience integrating local data centres with Azure, AWS, or OCI. Experience Profile: Engineer vs. Operator: We need a "builder" who can contribute to design and delivery immediately with minimal ramp-up. Environment: Experience in large-scale, complex, or regulated enterprise environments. Desirable Extras: Aruba Central/ClearPass, SD-WAN, or experience modernizing Legacy environments. What This Role Is NOT: Not a pure Operations/Monitoring role. Not a standard SRE role (requires deep networking depth). Not an Incident Management role.
Apr 20, 2026
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Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) Location: Newcastle, UK (Also open to Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool) With Hybrid (60% on-site) Pay Rate: Depends on Experience Type & Duration: Contract |12 Months Contract with InsideIR35 Job Description: Role Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Senior Infrastructure Engineer with a NetDevOps mindset to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This is a "build and delivery" role, not an operations or SRE position. The successful candidate will integrate automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) into traditional network engineering to support critical, hybrid-cloud services. Key Technical Requirements (Priority Criteria): Candidates must demonstrate deep, hands-on experience in: Enterprise Network Engineering: Complex OSPF/BGP environments and designing resilient traffic flows. Security & Firewalls: Extensive experience with Palo Alto (policy design/implementation) and Zero Trust principles. Data Centre Architecture: VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics (Arista or equivalent). Load Balancing: F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). NetDevOps & Automation: Moving away from manual CLI; proficiency in Python, Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab CI/CD. Cloud/Hybrid Networking: Proven experience integrating local data centres with Azure, AWS, or OCI. Experience Profile: Engineer vs. Operator: We need a "builder" who can contribute to design and delivery immediately with minimal ramp-up. Environment: Experience in large-scale, complex, or regulated enterprise environments. Desirable Extras: Aruba Central/ClearPass, SD-WAN, or experience modernizing Legacy environments. What This Role Is NOT: Not a pure Operations/Monitoring role. Not a standard SRE role (requires deep networking depth). Not an Incident Management role.
Network Engineer - NetDevOps - Public Sector - SC Clearance - North East England (Hybrid 3 days onsite) I am working with a Public Sector client in North East England looking for a hands-on Network Engineer/NetDevOps Engineer as part of a major transformation programme. The role can be based across various locations but flexibility to work 3 days onsite is expected. Due to the urgency and nature of the client, candidates who hold active SC clearance will be preferred. This NetDevOps Engineer role focuses on engineering and evolving enterprise network platforms across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments. You'll apply automation and modern network engineering practices to deliver secure, resilient connectivity for critical services. The work is hands-on engineering role, with responsibility for design and build rather than operations, monitoring, or incident-only activity. As such, I am keen to speak with candidates who have Proven experience as a hands-on Network or Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments. Strong experience with OSPF and BGP and designing secure, resilient network traffic flows. Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and secure network design principles such as Zero Trust. Experience with data centre network architectures including VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, multi-site fabrics and vendors such as Arista or equivalent. Experience with load balancing technologies such as F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). Network automation experience using Python, Ansible or similar tooling, plus exposure to version control and CI/CD such as GitLab CI/CD. Experience applying an Infrastructure as Code mindset, for example with Terraform. Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS or OCI) and hybrid cloud network integration. Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration!
Apr 20, 2026
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Network Engineer - NetDevOps - Public Sector - SC Clearance - North East England (Hybrid 3 days onsite) I am working with a Public Sector client in North East England looking for a hands-on Network Engineer/NetDevOps Engineer as part of a major transformation programme. The role can be based across various locations but flexibility to work 3 days onsite is expected. Due to the urgency and nature of the client, candidates who hold active SC clearance will be preferred. This NetDevOps Engineer role focuses on engineering and evolving enterprise network platforms across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments. You'll apply automation and modern network engineering practices to deliver secure, resilient connectivity for critical services. The work is hands-on engineering role, with responsibility for design and build rather than operations, monitoring, or incident-only activity. As such, I am keen to speak with candidates who have Proven experience as a hands-on Network or Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments. Strong experience with OSPF and BGP and designing secure, resilient network traffic flows. Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and secure network design principles such as Zero Trust. Experience with data centre network architectures including VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, multi-site fabrics and vendors such as Arista or equivalent. Experience with load balancing technologies such as F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). Network automation experience using Python, Ansible or similar tooling, plus exposure to version control and CI/CD such as GitLab CI/CD. Experience applying an Infrastructure as Code mindset, for example with Terraform. Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS or OCI) and hybrid cloud network integration. Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration!
Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) for an initial ten-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham or Blackpool (60% site attendance required) About the role: You will be responsible for designing, building, and evolving large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery Infrastructure/Network Engineering support, with the following skills and experience: Experience in a Network/Infrastructure Engineer role in large-scale enterprise environments. Experience delivering engineering solutions. Experience of Enterprise Networking Engineering Experience of Firewall and Security Technologies (Palo Alto Firewalls, Zero Trust & Secure Network Design Principals) Experience of Data Centre & Network Architecture (VXLAN/EVPN, Load balancing technologies ie F5 BIG-IP) Experience in network automation (Python or Ansible) Experience in Infrastructure as Code (IAC), ie Terraform Experience working on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI or GCP)
Apr 20, 2026
Contractor
Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) for an initial ten-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham or Blackpool (60% site attendance required) About the role: You will be responsible for designing, building, and evolving large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery Infrastructure/Network Engineering support, with the following skills and experience: Experience in a Network/Infrastructure Engineer role in large-scale enterprise environments. Experience delivering engineering solutions. Experience of Enterprise Networking Engineering Experience of Firewall and Security Technologies (Palo Alto Firewalls, Zero Trust & Secure Network Design Principals) Experience of Data Centre & Network Architecture (VXLAN/EVPN, Load balancing technologies ie F5 BIG-IP) Experience in network automation (Python or Ansible) Experience in Infrastructure as Code (IAC), ie Terraform Experience working on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI or GCP)
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer experienced in NetDevOps to work a contract for our client until the end of March in one of several available sites, working 3 days per week on-site. This role is available preferably in Newcastle, but also in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).
Apr 20, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer experienced in NetDevOps to work a contract for our client until the end of March in one of several available sites, working 3 days per week on-site. This role is available preferably in Newcastle, but also in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).
Your CompanyA Belfast-based technology organisation delivering complex, high-quality digital and infrastructure solutions to public and private sector customers. The business is ambitious, fast growing and client focused, operating in a hybrid on-prem and cloud environment. Collaboration, security and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything the team does.An experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer is now required to join the Technical IT function, playing a key role in shaping and supporting enterprise-grade infrastructure services.Your RoleAs Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you will take responsibility for the end to end delivery, performance and continuous improvement of the organisation's infrastructure estate, supporting both internal users and external customers.You will provide technical leadership across infrastructure platforms, advising on best practice and contributing to new opportunities alongside sales, professional services and application teams. The role spans planning, design, implementation, maintenance and optimisation of infrastructure components across on-prem, virtual and cloud environments.You will drive automation, adopt modern tooling and embed robust cybersecurity controls to improve efficiency, resilience and security. Collaboration with development and application support teams will be key, along with supporting compliance and accreditation requirements and managing third-party suppliers.What You Need to SucceedYou will bring strong hands on experience across modern infrastructure and cloud technologies, including: Proven experience using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates) and version control (Git) Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including networking, security, governance and monitoring services Experience designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones and applying RBAC, policies and security best practice Strong Windows Server administration (2016, 2019, 2022, 2025), including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and DHCP Experience with VMware and/or Hyper V virtualisation Solid firewall and network security experience (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco or similar) VPN configuration (site to site and remote access) Cisco routing and switching (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP) Hybrid connectivity solutions such as ExpressRoute and Azure VPN Gateway Hands on experience with F5 BIG IP (LTM) and/or Azure Application Gateway (WAF) Experience delivering Azure migrations, including lift and shift and re platforming approaches Desirable Relevant Microsoft or Cisco certifications (AZ 104, AZ 305, AZ 700, CCNA/CCNP) Additional scripting, automation or DevOps experience Previous experience in a customer facing technical role You'll combine strong technical capability with a proactive, delivery focused mindset, excellent problem solving skills and the ability to operate confidently under pressure. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) is required. What You Will Get in Return Competitive permanent salary 26 days annual leave, increasing to 29 with service, plus bank holidays Flexible hybrid working based from the Belfast office. Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 10% Life assurance at 4x salary Optional benefits including private healthcare, dental and critical illness cover The opportunity to work on challenging, business critical infrastructure in a modern technical environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Your CompanyA Belfast-based technology organisation delivering complex, high-quality digital and infrastructure solutions to public and private sector customers. The business is ambitious, fast growing and client focused, operating in a hybrid on-prem and cloud environment. Collaboration, security and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything the team does.An experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer is now required to join the Technical IT function, playing a key role in shaping and supporting enterprise-grade infrastructure services.Your RoleAs Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you will take responsibility for the end to end delivery, performance and continuous improvement of the organisation's infrastructure estate, supporting both internal users and external customers.You will provide technical leadership across infrastructure platforms, advising on best practice and contributing to new opportunities alongside sales, professional services and application teams. The role spans planning, design, implementation, maintenance and optimisation of infrastructure components across on-prem, virtual and cloud environments.You will drive automation, adopt modern tooling and embed robust cybersecurity controls to improve efficiency, resilience and security. Collaboration with development and application support teams will be key, along with supporting compliance and accreditation requirements and managing third-party suppliers.What You Need to SucceedYou will bring strong hands on experience across modern infrastructure and cloud technologies, including: Proven experience using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates) and version control (Git) Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including networking, security, governance and monitoring services Experience designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones and applying RBAC, policies and security best practice Strong Windows Server administration (2016, 2019, 2022, 2025), including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and DHCP Experience with VMware and/or Hyper V virtualisation Solid firewall and network security experience (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco or similar) VPN configuration (site to site and remote access) Cisco routing and switching (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP) Hybrid connectivity solutions such as ExpressRoute and Azure VPN Gateway Hands on experience with F5 BIG IP (LTM) and/or Azure Application Gateway (WAF) Experience delivering Azure migrations, including lift and shift and re platforming approaches Desirable Relevant Microsoft or Cisco certifications (AZ 104, AZ 305, AZ 700, CCNA/CCNP) Additional scripting, automation or DevOps experience Previous experience in a customer facing technical role You'll combine strong technical capability with a proactive, delivery focused mindset, excellent problem solving skills and the ability to operate confidently under pressure. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) is required. What You Will Get in Return Competitive permanent salary 26 days annual leave, increasing to 29 with service, plus bank holidays Flexible hybrid working based from the Belfast office. Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 10% Life assurance at 4x salary Optional benefits including private healthcare, dental and critical illness cover The opportunity to work on challenging, business critical infrastructure in a modern technical environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
DevOps Engineer - Contract Location: Flexible (UK-based, with 1-2 days per week onsite) Duration: 9 months Rate: £525 per day (PAYE) or £709.70 via umbrella (inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to support the Enterprise Data Platform (EDP), delivering robust infrastructure and deployment pipelines for advanced AI/ML workloads. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in cloud-native technologies, automation, and secure platform engineering within Azure environments. You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performing infrastructure, while working closely with Data Engineers, MLOps Engineers, and Solution Architects. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI for reliable, automated deployments to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Develop and manage containerisation workflows using Docker, including image build and registry management Configure and support AKS clusters , ensuring scalability, resilience, and security Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform aligned with Azure Landing Zone standards Manage secrets and access control using Azure Key Vault and Azure AD Enable hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments Support orchestration workflows using Apache Airflow Monitor system performance using tools such as Azure Monitor, Prometheus, and Grafana Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure reproducibility, scalability, and compliance Contribute to architecture discussions and promote DevOps best practices Skills & Experience Essential: Strong experience with Azure , including networking, RBAC, and Landing Zone principles Hands-on expertise with GitLab CI/CD pipelines Experience with Docker and container orchestration (AKS preferred) Proven experience with Terraform (or similar IaC tools such as Bicep) Solid understanding of cloud networking (hub/spoke, private endpoints) Experience troubleshooting infrastructure and deployment issues Strong collaboration and communication skills Desirable: Experience with Airflow or similar orchestration tools Knowledge of observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana) Exposure to AI/ML platform environments Qualifications Relevant degree or equivalent industry experience Why Join? This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge data and AI platforms within a highly secure and impactful environment. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly influence platform capability, scalability, and innovation.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer - Contract Location: Flexible (UK-based, with 1-2 days per week onsite) Duration: 9 months Rate: £525 per day (PAYE) or £709.70 via umbrella (inside IR35) About the Role We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to support the Enterprise Data Platform (EDP), delivering robust infrastructure and deployment pipelines for advanced AI/ML workloads. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in cloud-native technologies, automation, and secure platform engineering within Azure environments. You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performing infrastructure, while working closely with Data Engineers, MLOps Engineers, and Solution Architects. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI for reliable, automated deployments to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Develop and manage containerisation workflows using Docker, including image build and registry management Configure and support AKS clusters , ensuring scalability, resilience, and security Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform aligned with Azure Landing Zone standards Manage secrets and access control using Azure Key Vault and Azure AD Enable hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments Support orchestration workflows using Apache Airflow Monitor system performance using tools such as Azure Monitor, Prometheus, and Grafana Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure reproducibility, scalability, and compliance Contribute to architecture discussions and promote DevOps best practices Skills & Experience Essential: Strong experience with Azure , including networking, RBAC, and Landing Zone principles Hands-on expertise with GitLab CI/CD pipelines Experience with Docker and container orchestration (AKS preferred) Proven experience with Terraform (or similar IaC tools such as Bicep) Solid understanding of cloud networking (hub/spoke, private endpoints) Experience troubleshooting infrastructure and deployment issues Strong collaboration and communication skills Desirable: Experience with Airflow or similar orchestration tools Knowledge of observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana) Exposure to AI/ML platform environments Qualifications Relevant degree or equivalent industry experience Why Join? This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge data and AI platforms within a highly secure and impactful environment. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly influence platform capability, scalability, and innovation.
Head of Cloud Platforms Salary: up to £95,000 Contract: Permanent We are working on behalf of our client to recruit a Head of Cloud Platforms. This is a senior leadership role sitting within the IT department, reporting to the Director of Infrastructure & Operations. The Role You will lead the Cloud Platform and Integration teams, taking ownership of the strategic direction and day-to-day management of cloud platforms (AWS & Azure), DevOps tooling, and systems integration (middleware). You will define the long-term technical roadmap, oversee CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and ensure platforms are secure, reliable, and cost-effective. Working closely with software development, infrastructure, cyber security, and business teams, you will align platform engineering with the wider digital strategy, drive automation, and act as a technical leader and mentor across their team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Cloud Platform and Integration teams, ensuring effective collaboration and delivery Define and implement cloud architecture, automation strategies, and CI/CD pipelines across AWS, Azure, and M365 Drive adoption of IaC and automated deployment processes Oversee systems integration architecture, ensuring compatibility and performance across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments Lead incident response, disaster recovery planning, and BCP/DR testing Monitor platform performance and establish KPIs and SLAs for availability, security, and uptime Lead security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability management, working alongside Cyber Security teams Mentor senior technical leads and support their professional development Engage with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions Evaluate new tools and technologies to improve infrastructure efficiency and scalability Skills and Experience Required: Deep knowledge of AWS (EC2, VPC, RDS, S3, CloudFront, Route 53, IAM, CloudWatch, EKS) and Microsoft Azure Experience managing and delivering within multi-cloud environments Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitOps practices (e.g. Jenkins, Bitbucket, Terraform) Experience deploying and maintaining Linux systems (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, Amazon Linux) Knowledge of containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes Experience with middleware technologies, including AWS SQS/SNS and API Gateway Scripting skills in Bash and/or Python Proven experience managing technical teams and providing clear direction Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to varied audiences James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Head of Cloud Platforms Salary: up to £95,000 Contract: Permanent We are working on behalf of our client to recruit a Head of Cloud Platforms. This is a senior leadership role sitting within the IT department, reporting to the Director of Infrastructure & Operations. The Role You will lead the Cloud Platform and Integration teams, taking ownership of the strategic direction and day-to-day management of cloud platforms (AWS & Azure), DevOps tooling, and systems integration (middleware). You will define the long-term technical roadmap, oversee CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and ensure platforms are secure, reliable, and cost-effective. Working closely with software development, infrastructure, cyber security, and business teams, you will align platform engineering with the wider digital strategy, drive automation, and act as a technical leader and mentor across their team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Cloud Platform and Integration teams, ensuring effective collaboration and delivery Define and implement cloud architecture, automation strategies, and CI/CD pipelines across AWS, Azure, and M365 Drive adoption of IaC and automated deployment processes Oversee systems integration architecture, ensuring compatibility and performance across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments Lead incident response, disaster recovery planning, and BCP/DR testing Monitor platform performance and establish KPIs and SLAs for availability, security, and uptime Lead security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability management, working alongside Cyber Security teams Mentor senior technical leads and support their professional development Engage with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions Evaluate new tools and technologies to improve infrastructure efficiency and scalability Skills and Experience Required: Deep knowledge of AWS (EC2, VPC, RDS, S3, CloudFront, Route 53, IAM, CloudWatch, EKS) and Microsoft Azure Experience managing and delivering within multi-cloud environments Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitOps practices (e.g. Jenkins, Bitbucket, Terraform) Experience deploying and maintaining Linux systems (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, Amazon Linux) Knowledge of containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes Experience with middleware technologies, including AWS SQS/SNS and API Gateway Scripting skills in Bash and/or Python Proven experience managing technical teams and providing clear direction Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to varied audiences James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.
DevOps Engineer with key skills in Linux, AWS, Ansible and Kubernetes is sought by an AI & data software house based near Birmingham. Working within national infrastructure this DevOps Engineer will be working with a close-knit technical team to monitor, manage and improve business critical applications and infrastructure with the aim of facilitating improvements in application deployment & scalability. This role would suit a mid-level (2-4 years' experience) DevOps or Platform Engineer with a solid background in software engineering and infrastructure who can bring experience working with the latest automation and config management tooling to create a fully automated deployment environment. In return this DevOps Engineer can expect a dynamic, engaging, R&D driven culture with extensive progression opportunities and the chance to own the platform functionality of this high growth business. Due to the sensitive nature of the work SC/ DV clearance is hugely preferred. This DevOps Engineer based near Birmingham should have most of the following key skills: - IAC experience - Terraform, Ansible, Redhat etc - Both on-premise and cloud (AWS, Azure) exposure - Strong Kubernetes experience - Experience delivering new tooling for infrastructures - Linux/ GNU expertise would be a plus - Database performance management (MongoDB, PostgreSQL etc) - A background in software engineering would be extremely useful - A personality who feels comfortable working in a fast paced, dynamic environment This DevOps Engineer based near Birmingham will receive: - Generous starting salary - Long term remote working (one day a week on-site) - Bi-Annual salary reviews - Clear progression pathway - Generous private pension scheme - 10% Bonus scheme - Private healthcare - Training budget & time allocation - 25 days holiday plus bank holiday - Choice of technology So if you are a DevOps Engineer and like the idea of joining a market leading company that offers excellent project ownership skills within a collaborative, autonomous environment please apply now to be considered. DevOps Engineer Birmingham Linux, Java, Python, C++, MongoDB, SRE, automation, node, infrastructure, Kubernetes, ansible, AWS, Terraform, ansible
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer with key skills in Linux, AWS, Ansible and Kubernetes is sought by an AI & data software house based near Birmingham. Working within national infrastructure this DevOps Engineer will be working with a close-knit technical team to monitor, manage and improve business critical applications and infrastructure with the aim of facilitating improvements in application deployment & scalability. This role would suit a mid-level (2-4 years' experience) DevOps or Platform Engineer with a solid background in software engineering and infrastructure who can bring experience working with the latest automation and config management tooling to create a fully automated deployment environment. In return this DevOps Engineer can expect a dynamic, engaging, R&D driven culture with extensive progression opportunities and the chance to own the platform functionality of this high growth business. Due to the sensitive nature of the work SC/ DV clearance is hugely preferred. This DevOps Engineer based near Birmingham should have most of the following key skills: - IAC experience - Terraform, Ansible, Redhat etc - Both on-premise and cloud (AWS, Azure) exposure - Strong Kubernetes experience - Experience delivering new tooling for infrastructures - Linux/ GNU expertise would be a plus - Database performance management (MongoDB, PostgreSQL etc) - A background in software engineering would be extremely useful - A personality who feels comfortable working in a fast paced, dynamic environment This DevOps Engineer based near Birmingham will receive: - Generous starting salary - Long term remote working (one day a week on-site) - Bi-Annual salary reviews - Clear progression pathway - Generous private pension scheme - 10% Bonus scheme - Private healthcare - Training budget & time allocation - 25 days holiday plus bank holiday - Choice of technology So if you are a DevOps Engineer and like the idea of joining a market leading company that offers excellent project ownership skills within a collaborative, autonomous environment please apply now to be considered. DevOps Engineer Birmingham Linux, Java, Python, C++, MongoDB, SRE, automation, node, infrastructure, Kubernetes, ansible, AWS, Terraform, ansible
