Senior Guidewire Developer. Full time, Mon - Fri 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility, bonus scheme and many more fantastic benefits! Join the Applications team driving the Guidewire Cloud rollout across Europe. You'll design, develop, and maintain legacy systems using Guidewire and other technologies, delivering high-quality solutions within a cross-functional team. This role requires strong technical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on supporting Guidewire Policy, Billing, Digital, and related apps. You'll also mentor support teams and collaborate with Business Owners, Analysts, Testers, and the Tech Lead to deliver on strategic goals. CHALLENGED NOW AND-EXPERT NEXT. Lead Technical Strategy & Architecture Provide end-to-end technical leadership on the Guidewire platform, aligning architecture with enterprise IT strategy. Advocate for scalable, maintainable solutions that minimise custom development and maximise reuse of core capabilities. Stakeholder Influence & Governance Serve as a trusted technical advisor to business and IT, guiding decisions to maintain platform integrity and align with strategy. Promote configuration over customisation to reduce technical debt and speed up delivery. Advanced Solution Design & Development Design and build high-performance Guidewire components (PolicyCentre, BillingCentre, ClaimCentre) for longevity and extensibility. Lead by example with hands-on development of key modules and integrations. Deployment Oversight & Lifecycle Management Own the deployment strategy for Guidewire features, ensuring smooth integration across environments. Monitor system health and address performance, scalability, and reliability issues proactively. Requirements Consolidation & Platform Optimisation Work with business analysts and product owners to gather requirements and design robust, platform-aligned solutions that support future needs and long-term agility. Agile Leadership & Engineering Excellence Promote Agile practices and modern engineering across teams. Mentor developers in clean code, TDD, CI/CD, and DevOps to build a high-performing delivery culture. Quality Assurance & Technical Standards Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and architecture principles. Lead code reviews and audits to uphold best practices and ensure high software quality. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Keep up with Guidewire updates, industry trends, and emerging tech. Drive innovation and continuous improvement to foster a culture of technical excellence. Essential Extensive commercial software development experience Deep expertise in Guidewire InsuranceSuite v10 (ClaimCentre, PolicyCentre, BillingCentre) configuration and customisation Experience with Guidewire Cloud migration Strong understanding of general insurance and claims processes Proven integration experience with downstream systems, including finance, payment gateways, telephony, and document management Skilled in integrating third-party data feeds into cloud platforms Experience migrating data from legacy systems to Guidewire Ability to produce clear high- and low-level design documentation Experience reconciling data between Guidewire and enterprise data warehouses Strong communication skills for working with business and technical teams Comfortable engaging directly with customers and stakeholders Familiarity with full SDLC Guidewire ACE certification Experience in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe) Flexible and adaptable in dynamic environments Languages & Technologies GOSU, Java, XML (XSD, XPath), PCF, SQL, REST and SOAP web services Tools & Platforms Bitbucket (or similar), Jenkins or TeamCity (CI/CD), Linux CLI Desirable Skills/knowledge/experience: (As applicable) Python (tooling, reconciliation scripts) Experience with internal triage and reconciliation tools Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring tools (AppDynamics, Splunk) Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), especially Guidewire Cloud Background in Insurance or Financial Services beyond core claims/policy Experience leading or mentoring developers or contributing to solution architecture Why Join Us? We're committed to your growth, providing the support to excel in your current role whilst offering opportunities to step into new challenges and drive your career forward. We value flexibility and understand that life happens. Whether it s attending a school play or waiting for a delivery, we support a healthy balance between home and work. Our culture is built on trust, choice, and mutual respect. We re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment embracing neurodiversity and ensuring everyone has the tools and support they need to thrive. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best, focusing on colleagues health, wealth, and lifestyle. We offer: Up to 28 Days annual leave with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday 10% Discretionary Annual Bonus Healix Private Medical Insurance Options 3 x Annual Salary Life Assurance Health & Wellbeing: Get money back on health expenses (optical, dental, physio), free flu jab vouchers, 24/7 virtual GP access, an employee assistance programme, and enhanced family-friendly policies including a £200 baby bonus. Financial & Lifestyle Benefits: Enjoy £250 towards driving lessons , an interest-free season ticket loan , cycle-to-work discounts, Wagestream for financial flexibility , and pension advice to support your retirement planning. Subject to company performance and completion of probation Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics). Reasonable adjustments: If you require any adjustments to support you during our recruitment process, please let us know. We re committed to making the process accessible and are happy to help.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Guidewire Developer. Full time, Mon - Fri 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility, bonus scheme and many more fantastic benefits! Join the Applications team driving the Guidewire Cloud rollout across Europe. You'll design, develop, and maintain legacy systems using Guidewire and other technologies, delivering high-quality solutions within a cross-functional team. This role requires strong technical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on supporting Guidewire Policy, Billing, Digital, and related apps. You'll also mentor support teams and collaborate with Business Owners, Analysts, Testers, and the Tech Lead to deliver on strategic goals. CHALLENGED NOW AND-EXPERT NEXT. Lead Technical Strategy & Architecture Provide end-to-end technical leadership on the Guidewire platform, aligning architecture with enterprise IT strategy. Advocate for scalable, maintainable solutions that minimise custom development and maximise reuse of core capabilities. Stakeholder Influence & Governance Serve as a trusted technical advisor to business and IT, guiding decisions to maintain platform integrity and align with strategy. Promote configuration over customisation to reduce technical debt and speed up delivery. Advanced Solution Design & Development Design and build high-performance Guidewire components (PolicyCentre, BillingCentre, ClaimCentre) for longevity and extensibility. Lead by example with hands-on development of key modules and integrations. Deployment Oversight & Lifecycle Management Own the deployment strategy for Guidewire features, ensuring smooth integration across environments. Monitor system health and address performance, scalability, and reliability issues proactively. Requirements Consolidation & Platform Optimisation Work with business analysts and product owners to gather requirements and design robust, platform-aligned solutions that support future needs and long-term agility. Agile Leadership & Engineering Excellence Promote Agile practices and modern engineering across teams. Mentor developers in clean code, TDD, CI/CD, and DevOps to build a high-performing delivery culture. Quality Assurance & Technical Standards Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and architecture principles. Lead code reviews and audits to uphold best practices and ensure high software quality. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Keep up with Guidewire updates, industry trends, and emerging tech. Drive innovation and continuous improvement to foster a culture of technical excellence. Essential Extensive commercial software development experience Deep expertise in Guidewire InsuranceSuite v10 (ClaimCentre, PolicyCentre, BillingCentre) configuration and customisation Experience with Guidewire Cloud migration Strong understanding of general insurance and claims processes Proven integration experience with downstream systems, including finance, payment gateways, telephony, and document management Skilled in integrating third-party data feeds into cloud platforms Experience migrating data from legacy systems to Guidewire Ability to produce clear high- and low-level design documentation Experience reconciling data between Guidewire and enterprise data warehouses Strong communication skills for working with business and technical teams Comfortable engaging directly with customers and stakeholders Familiarity with full SDLC Guidewire ACE certification Experience in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe) Flexible and adaptable in dynamic environments Languages & Technologies GOSU, Java, XML (XSD, XPath), PCF, SQL, REST and SOAP web services Tools & Platforms Bitbucket (or similar), Jenkins or TeamCity (CI/CD), Linux CLI Desirable Skills/knowledge/experience: (As applicable) Python (tooling, reconciliation scripts) Experience with internal triage and reconciliation tools Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring tools (AppDynamics, Splunk) Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), especially Guidewire Cloud Background in Insurance or Financial Services beyond core claims/policy Experience leading or mentoring developers or contributing to solution architecture Why Join Us? We're committed to your growth, providing the support to excel in your current role whilst offering opportunities to step into new challenges and drive your career forward. We value flexibility and understand that life happens. Whether it s attending a school play or waiting for a delivery, we support a healthy balance between home and work. Our culture is built on trust, choice, and mutual respect. We re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment embracing neurodiversity and ensuring everyone has the tools and support they need to thrive. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best, focusing on colleagues health, wealth, and lifestyle. We offer: Up to 28 Days annual leave with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday 10% Discretionary Annual Bonus Healix Private Medical Insurance Options 3 x Annual Salary Life Assurance Health & Wellbeing: Get money back on health expenses (optical, dental, physio), free flu jab vouchers, 24/7 virtual GP access, an employee assistance programme, and enhanced family-friendly policies including a £200 baby bonus. Financial & Lifestyle Benefits: Enjoy £250 towards driving lessons , an interest-free season ticket loan , cycle-to-work discounts, Wagestream for financial flexibility , and pension advice to support your retirement planning. Subject to company performance and completion of probation Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics). Reasonable adjustments: If you require any adjustments to support you during our recruitment process, please let us know. We re committed to making the process accessible and are happy to help.
Job Title Full Stack Software Engineer (x2) Day Rate 450/day - Inside IR35 Location Remote - Occasional London Duration 6 months (with view to extend) ROLE DESCRIPTION Brio Digital are supporting a consultancy on a major NHS digital programme and are looking for two experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team. You will play a senior role in the design and delivery of modern, scalable web applications, bringing strong full stack expertise across Next.js, TypeScript, and AWS in a programme delivering meaningful impact across NHS services nationwide. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design and build high-quality, scalable full stack applications using Next.js and TypeScript Develop and maintain cloud-native solutions on AWS, following well-architected and security best practices Design, build, and consume RESTful APIs, ensuring performance, reliability, and security standards are met Write and maintain automated end-to-end test suites using Playwright as part of the development workflow Contribute to architectural decisions and engineering standards alongside the Technical Architect Carry out thorough code reviews, championing quality and best practice across the team Work within CI/CD pipelines, contributing to automated build, test, and deployment processes Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including architects, testers, and product owners Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across development, test, and live environments SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NHS or government experience is essential - candidates without this will not be considered Strong, demonstrable senior-level full stack development experience on complex programmes Proficient in Next.js and TypeScript across both front end and back end development Solid AWS experience across core services including Lambda, S3, EC2, and RDS Proven REST API design and development experience Experience writing automated tests using Playwright Comfortable working in an Agile delivery environment Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across technical and non-technical teams Able to work remotely and independently with occasional travel to London Apply now or email for more information
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Job Title Full Stack Software Engineer (x2) Day Rate 450/day - Inside IR35 Location Remote - Occasional London Duration 6 months (with view to extend) ROLE DESCRIPTION Brio Digital are supporting a consultancy on a major NHS digital programme and are looking for two experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team. You will play a senior role in the design and delivery of modern, scalable web applications, bringing strong full stack expertise across Next.js, TypeScript, and AWS in a programme delivering meaningful impact across NHS services nationwide. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design and build high-quality, scalable full stack applications using Next.js and TypeScript Develop and maintain cloud-native solutions on AWS, following well-architected and security best practices Design, build, and consume RESTful APIs, ensuring performance, reliability, and security standards are met Write and maintain automated end-to-end test suites using Playwright as part of the development workflow Contribute to architectural decisions and engineering standards alongside the Technical Architect Carry out thorough code reviews, championing quality and best practice across the team Work within CI/CD pipelines, contributing to automated build, test, and deployment processes Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including architects, testers, and product owners Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across development, test, and live environments SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NHS or government experience is essential - candidates without this will not be considered Strong, demonstrable senior-level full stack development experience on complex programmes Proficient in Next.js and TypeScript across both front end and back end development Solid AWS experience across core services including Lambda, S3, EC2, and RDS Proven REST API design and development experience Experience writing automated tests using Playwright Comfortable working in an Agile delivery environment Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across technical and non-technical teams Able to work remotely and independently with occasional travel to London Apply now or email for more information
Test Lead (QAT Senior Analyst) - Police Staff- Band M - Tech - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ As a Test Lead QAT Senior Analyst, you will be involved in providing Quality Assurance support and expertise to Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP), designing and creating bespoke software and integrating external solutions to assist in operations and strategic work. You'll join a new team of Testers and Software engineers, working flexibly from home and with an office available in London and Birmingham. This role requires a flexible working approach and be self motivated to help ensure that the various environments are well architected and documented. The role requires DV STRAP clearance. Key Tasks The post holder will be required to do the following: Work alongside solution suppliers (both third party and in house) to develop Detailed Test Plans (both functional and non functional) and ensuring their implementation Produce required test artefacts (incl. Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Scripts, and Reports) Working with SMEs, Business Analysts and other stakeholders to elicit detailed test requirements and acceptance criteria Logging and tracking defects Creating and executing test cases and manual (procedural) test scripts Creating and executing test automation scripts (where appropriate) Performing exploratory testing Performing data migration testing - utilising ETL tools (where appropriate) Performing regression testing (manual and automated) Support User Acceptance / Business Validation testing (where appropriate) Design and execute test cases using standard testing techniques Highly motivated and determined to contribute to the mission. Engages in continuous learning to become a subject matter expert, particularly in technologies. Identifies and gathers relevant sources and types of information. Applies an analytical and logical mind set to interpret large volumes of information, particularly quantitative. Considers alternative (including innovative and creative) approaches to solving problems. Considers options and makes clear, timely, justifiable decisions independently. Works co operatively with others, developing positive working relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders (including senior colleagues). Organises tasks effectively and in line with the organisation's objectives and priorities, prioritising and managing time well. Takes initiative and ownership for resolving problems, has a strong work ethic and manages the demands of the role effectively. Communicates effectively, using plain language and simplifying technical information appropriately to the audience. Excellent written communication skills with particular emphasis on strong scientific report writing skills and documenting code. Ability to prioritise, execute tasks and achieve results against competing project demands Knowledge of one or more of the below: Test Driven Development (TDD) Cryptography and cryptanalysis Secure by Design Coding. Holds ISEB/ISTQB certification (e.g. Advanced Test Analyst or Agile Tester) Experience with functional test automation frameworks Experience with load / performance testing Familiarity of Agile development and collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence) Experience of accessibility testing tools (e.g. Axe, Google Lighthouse) Experience of API testing and tools (e.g. Postman) Experience of software vulnerability detection tools (e.g. OWASP ZAP) Experience of managing third party suppliers Experience of data migration testing
May 14, 2026
Full time
Test Lead (QAT Senior Analyst) - Police Staff- Band M - Tech - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ As a Test Lead QAT Senior Analyst, you will be involved in providing Quality Assurance support and expertise to Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP), designing and creating bespoke software and integrating external solutions to assist in operations and strategic work. You'll join a new team of Testers and Software engineers, working flexibly from home and with an office available in London and Birmingham. This role requires a flexible working approach and be self motivated to help ensure that the various environments are well architected and documented. The role requires DV STRAP clearance. Key Tasks The post holder will be required to do the following: Work alongside solution suppliers (both third party and in house) to develop Detailed Test Plans (both functional and non functional) and ensuring their implementation Produce required test artefacts (incl. Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Scripts, and Reports) Working with SMEs, Business Analysts and other stakeholders to elicit detailed test requirements and acceptance criteria Logging and tracking defects Creating and executing test cases and manual (procedural) test scripts Creating and executing test automation scripts (where appropriate) Performing exploratory testing Performing data migration testing - utilising ETL tools (where appropriate) Performing regression testing (manual and automated) Support User Acceptance / Business Validation testing (where appropriate) Design and execute test cases using standard testing techniques Highly motivated and determined to contribute to the mission. Engages in continuous learning to become a subject matter expert, particularly in technologies. Identifies and gathers relevant sources and types of information. Applies an analytical and logical mind set to interpret large volumes of information, particularly quantitative. Considers alternative (including innovative and creative) approaches to solving problems. Considers options and makes clear, timely, justifiable decisions independently. Works co operatively with others, developing positive working relationships with customers, colleagues and stakeholders (including senior colleagues). Organises tasks effectively and in line with the organisation's objectives and priorities, prioritising and managing time well. Takes initiative and ownership for resolving problems, has a strong work ethic and manages the demands of the role effectively. Communicates effectively, using plain language and simplifying technical information appropriately to the audience. Excellent written communication skills with particular emphasis on strong scientific report writing skills and documenting code. Ability to prioritise, execute tasks and achieve results against competing project demands Knowledge of one or more of the below: Test Driven Development (TDD) Cryptography and cryptanalysis Secure by Design Coding. Holds ISEB/ISTQB certification (e.g. Advanced Test Analyst or Agile Tester) Experience with functional test automation frameworks Experience with load / performance testing Familiarity of Agile development and collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence) Experience of accessibility testing tools (e.g. Axe, Google Lighthouse) Experience of API testing and tools (e.g. Postman) Experience of software vulnerability detection tools (e.g. OWASP ZAP) Experience of managing third party suppliers Experience of data migration testing
Role Title: Automation Tester (Python) Rate: £400 Inside IR35 Location: Remote Duration: 12 Months Clearance: BPSS Must Have experience with Python and AWS Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated test frameworks and suites to cover business requirements. Identify and resolve defects or issues preventing the delivery of Test Engineering activities. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Design, build, and maintain an effective test infrastructure. Create and maintain documentation within the test automation code base. Stay updated with the latest technical test tools and apply them where beneficial. Review and update the test suite to reflect current best practices and reduce technical debt. Develop and maintain reusable libraries and services. Communicate and share technical resources, knowledge, and lessons learned with other teams. Contribute to the production of test approaches and reporting mechanisms agreed upon with senior stakeholders. Ensure usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of citizen services. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to drive technical solutions. Apply Agile principles in practice and use Agile tools intelligently. Design and build technical setups and working methods for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices. Review test practices and implement improvements. Participate in community discussions around the latest technology trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Commit to continuous personal development, learning, and training. Provide coaching and mentoring to Test Engineering team members. Support recruitment-related activities when required.
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Role Title: Automation Tester (Python) Rate: £400 Inside IR35 Location: Remote Duration: 12 Months Clearance: BPSS Must Have experience with Python and AWS Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated test frameworks and suites to cover business requirements. Identify and resolve defects or issues preventing the delivery of Test Engineering activities. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Design, build, and maintain an effective test infrastructure. Create and maintain documentation within the test automation code base. Stay updated with the latest technical test tools and apply them where beneficial. Review and update the test suite to reflect current best practices and reduce technical debt. Develop and maintain reusable libraries and services. Communicate and share technical resources, knowledge, and lessons learned with other teams. Contribute to the production of test approaches and reporting mechanisms agreed upon with senior stakeholders. Ensure usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of citizen services. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to drive technical solutions. Apply Agile principles in practice and use Agile tools intelligently. Design and build technical setups and working methods for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices. Review test practices and implement improvements. Participate in community discussions around the latest technology trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Commit to continuous personal development, learning, and training. Provide coaching and mentoring to Test Engineering team members. Support recruitment-related activities when required.
Role Title: Automation Tester Clearance: BPSS Salary: £60,000 + 5% Pension + Travel Expences Location: Remote with 1 day onsite in Manchester Must have Java or Javascript experience Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated test frameworks and suites to cover business requirements. Identify and resolve defects or issues preventing the delivery of Test Engineering activities. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Design, build, and maintain an effective test infrastructure. Create and maintain documentation within the test automation code base. Stay updated with the latest technical test tools and apply them where beneficial. Review and update the test suite to reflect current best practices and reduce technical debt. Develop and maintain reusable libraries and services. Communicate and share technical resources, knowledge, and lessons learned with other teams. Contribute to the production of test approaches and reporting mechanisms agreed upon with senior stakeholders. Ensure usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of citizen services. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to drive technical solutions. Apply Agile principles in practice and use Agile tools intelligently. Design and build technical setups and working methods for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices. Review test practices and implement improvements. Participate in community discussions around the latest technology trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Commit to continuous personal development, learning, and training. Provide coaching and mentoring to Test Engineering team members. Support recruitment-related activities when required.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Role Title: Automation Tester Clearance: BPSS Salary: £60,000 + 5% Pension + Travel Expences Location: Remote with 1 day onsite in Manchester Must have Java or Javascript experience Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated test frameworks and suites to cover business requirements. Identify and resolve defects or issues preventing the delivery of Test Engineering activities. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Design, build, and maintain an effective test infrastructure. Create and maintain documentation within the test automation code base. Stay updated with the latest technical test tools and apply them where beneficial. Review and update the test suite to reflect current best practices and reduce technical debt. Develop and maintain reusable libraries and services. Communicate and share technical resources, knowledge, and lessons learned with other teams. Contribute to the production of test approaches and reporting mechanisms agreed upon with senior stakeholders. Ensure usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of citizen services. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to drive technical solutions. Apply Agile principles in practice and use Agile tools intelligently. Design and build technical setups and working methods for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices. Review test practices and implement improvements. Participate in community discussions around the latest technology trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Commit to continuous personal development, learning, and training. Provide coaching and mentoring to Test Engineering team members. Support recruitment-related activities when required.
Job Title: Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Audit Specialist Location: Fully remote working in the UK Salary/Rate: £500/day £550/day inside IR35 Start Date: October 2025 Job Type: 12 - month contract Company Introduction: We are currently representing a global publishing client, who are recruiting a Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist with very strong Accessibility Auditing experience for an exciting 12-month contract. Required Skills/Experience: The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong Accessibility Auditing experience is crucial. Specific experience conducting technical accessibility audits is extremely important. Being able to identify and solve technical accessibility defects is very important, too. Being able to negotiate effectively with stakeholders and work autonomously is a must. Being able to make high-level decisions is also required. Candidates will be asked to provide an audit report that they have written, and to provide evidence on how they conducted the report. They will also be asked to show the solutions that they provided. Strong experience in authoring high quality VPATs/ACRs for enterprise web applications. Expert knowledge of how to recommend WCAG 2.2 techniques around websites and digital content. Rich experience using accessibility testing tools (WAVE, aXe, Microsoft Insights, Color Contrast Analyzer) and with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver). High degree of initiative and autonomy coupled with an ability to function successfully as part of a virtual team. Generosity in sharing knowledge, skills, and positive attitude in mentoring people to learn accessibility concepts. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Strong experience authoring VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) against W3C WCAG 2.2 AA standards. Troubleshoots user accessibility issues, guiding product teams to solutions and coaching on appropriate testing tools. Author detailed specifications for remediating websites, mobile applications, and PDFs to meet the W3C WCAG 2.2 A standards. Work with core team developers and UX to test, steer, and validate designs and code to accessibility standards. Author product accessibility statements. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist Certification or US DHS 508 Trusted Tester Certification. Previous roles or degree(s) in fields of Digital Accessibility, User Experience, Digital Design, or Software Engineering. Expert knowledge of and mobile application accessibility testing and techniques. Wide experience with user interface design patterns including rich Internet applications, single page web applications, and AI/chatbots. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Oct 06, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Audit Specialist Location: Fully remote working in the UK Salary/Rate: £500/day £550/day inside IR35 Start Date: October 2025 Job Type: 12 - month contract Company Introduction: We are currently representing a global publishing client, who are recruiting a Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist with very strong Accessibility Auditing experience for an exciting 12-month contract. Required Skills/Experience: The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong Accessibility Auditing experience is crucial. Specific experience conducting technical accessibility audits is extremely important. Being able to identify and solve technical accessibility defects is very important, too. Being able to negotiate effectively with stakeholders and work autonomously is a must. Being able to make high-level decisions is also required. Candidates will be asked to provide an audit report that they have written, and to provide evidence on how they conducted the report. They will also be asked to show the solutions that they provided. Strong experience in authoring high quality VPATs/ACRs for enterprise web applications. Expert knowledge of how to recommend WCAG 2.2 techniques around websites and digital content. Rich experience using accessibility testing tools (WAVE, aXe, Microsoft Insights, Color Contrast Analyzer) and with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver). High degree of initiative and autonomy coupled with an ability to function successfully as part of a virtual team. Generosity in sharing knowledge, skills, and positive attitude in mentoring people to learn accessibility concepts. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Strong experience authoring VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) against W3C WCAG 2.2 AA standards. Troubleshoots user accessibility issues, guiding product teams to solutions and coaching on appropriate testing tools. Author detailed specifications for remediating websites, mobile applications, and PDFs to meet the W3C WCAG 2.2 A standards. Work with core team developers and UX to test, steer, and validate designs and code to accessibility standards. Author product accessibility statements. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist Certification or US DHS 508 Trusted Tester Certification. Previous roles or degree(s) in fields of Digital Accessibility, User Experience, Digital Design, or Software Engineering. Expert knowledge of and mobile application accessibility testing and techniques. Wide experience with user interface design patterns including rich Internet applications, single page web applications, and AI/chatbots. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.
Software Engineer - C# .NET, Azure Cloud, Southampton (Hybrid, Remote or flexible working options) £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + 10% bonus + excellent benefits Are you a skilled .NET Core Software Developer with a passion for innovation on the Azure Cloud platform and want to solve genuinely complex problems rarely seen at most companies? Do you want to continue learning? Join the team of top-flight developers, testers, and architects in a developer centric model, as this company push technology boundaries and drive ongoing innovation in one of the world's leading financial software products. There is an office in Southampton where most of the team work on Thursday's in the office. Why apply?: Join a developer centric workplace that maintains a strong relationship with Microsoft, collaborating closely with product teams in the US and attending a major Technology conference in Seattle. Work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to improving the Azure platform and building great solutions and software to handle high throughput of data for financial calculations and modelling. Experience a phenomenal insight into software development and the opportunity to work with some of the UK's top technologists in a dynamic, fun and enjoyable work environment. Engage in regular pair programming with senior developers, emphasizing learning, progression, and career development, solving highly complex problems. Key Technologies: Tech Stack: C#, ASP.NET, Object-Oriented programming and design patterns, JavaScript (AngularJS, ReactJS, or similar), Microsoft Azure or other cloud platforms, CI/CD DevOps exposure. Working Experience: Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and hands-on development experience in a professional environment. What the current team say: You gain deep expertise in Azure and cloud computing, being one of the largest consumers of Azure in the UK. Fostering a strong relationship with Microsoft, influencing the direction of their cloud products. Work with a passionate, collaborative team of experienced professionals who mentor and help realise your potential. Enjoy a predominantly remote working environment, with a central office location and excellent transport links if you choose to work from the office. Experience a great team culture with regular social events, generous annual leave and working arrangement Attend an annual technology forum in the US. If you are a C# .NET developer who loves technology, enjoys feedback, improving and eager to build great software and solve real-world problems, apply and become a part of an innovative and enthusiastic team.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Software Engineer - C# .NET, Azure Cloud, Southampton (Hybrid, Remote or flexible working options) £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + 10% bonus + excellent benefits Are you a skilled .NET Core Software Developer with a passion for innovation on the Azure Cloud platform and want to solve genuinely complex problems rarely seen at most companies? Do you want to continue learning? Join the team of top-flight developers, testers, and architects in a developer centric model, as this company push technology boundaries and drive ongoing innovation in one of the world's leading financial software products. There is an office in Southampton where most of the team work on Thursday's in the office. Why apply?: Join a developer centric workplace that maintains a strong relationship with Microsoft, collaborating closely with product teams in the US and attending a major Technology conference in Seattle. Work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to improving the Azure platform and building great solutions and software to handle high throughput of data for financial calculations and modelling. Experience a phenomenal insight into software development and the opportunity to work with some of the UK's top technologists in a dynamic, fun and enjoyable work environment. Engage in regular pair programming with senior developers, emphasizing learning, progression, and career development, solving highly complex problems. Key Technologies: Tech Stack: C#, ASP.NET, Object-Oriented programming and design patterns, JavaScript (AngularJS, ReactJS, or similar), Microsoft Azure or other cloud platforms, CI/CD DevOps exposure. Working Experience: Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and hands-on development experience in a professional environment. What the current team say: You gain deep expertise in Azure and cloud computing, being one of the largest consumers of Azure in the UK. Fostering a strong relationship with Microsoft, influencing the direction of their cloud products. Work with a passionate, collaborative team of experienced professionals who mentor and help realise your potential. Enjoy a predominantly remote working environment, with a central office location and excellent transport links if you choose to work from the office. Experience a great team culture with regular social events, generous annual leave and working arrangement Attend an annual technology forum in the US. If you are a C# .NET developer who loves technology, enjoys feedback, improving and eager to build great software and solve real-world problems, apply and become a part of an innovative and enthusiastic team.
Job Title: Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Audit Specialist Location: Fully remote working in the UK Salary/Rate: £500/day-£600/day Start Date: October 2025 Job Type: 12 -month contract Company Introduction: We are currently representing a global academic research company who are recruiting a Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist with very strong Accessibility Auditing experience for an exciting 12-month contract. Required Skills/Experience: The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong Accessibility Auditing experience is crucial. Specific experience conducting technical accessibility audits is extremely important. Being able to identify and solve technical accessibility defects is very important, too. Being able to negotiate effectively with stakeholders and work autonomously is a must. Being able to make high-level decisions is also required. Candidates will be asked to provide an audit report that they have written, and to provide evidence how they conducted the report. They will also be asked to show the solutions that they provided. Strong experience in authoring high quality VPATs/ACRs for enterprise web applications. Expert knowledge of how to recommend WCAG 2.2 techniques around websites and digital content. Rich experience using accessibility testing tools (WAVE, aXe, Microsoft Insights, Color Contrast Analyzer) and with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver). High degree of initiative and autonomy coupled with an ability to function successfully as part of a virtual team. Generosity in sharing knowledge, skills, and positive attitude in mentoring people to learn accessibility concepts. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Author VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) against W3C WCAG 2.2 AA standards. Troubleshoots user accessibility issues, guiding product teams to solutions and coaching on appropriate testing tools. Author detailed specifications for remediating websites, mobile applications, and PDFs to meet the W3C WCAG 2.2 A standards. Work with core team developers and UX to test, steer, and validate designs and code to accessibility standards. Author product accessibility statements. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist Certification or US DHS 508 Trusted Tester Certification. Previous roles or degree(s) in fields of Digital Accessibility, User Experience, Digital Design, or Software Engineering. Expert knowledge of and mobile application accessibility testing and techniques. Wide experience with user interface design patterns including rich Internet applications, single page web applications, and AI/chatbots. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Audit Specialist Location: Fully remote working in the UK Salary/Rate: £500/day-£600/day Start Date: October 2025 Job Type: 12 -month contract Company Introduction: We are currently representing a global academic research company who are recruiting a Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist with very strong Accessibility Auditing experience for an exciting 12-month contract. Required Skills/Experience: The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong Accessibility Auditing experience is crucial. Specific experience conducting technical accessibility audits is extremely important. Being able to identify and solve technical accessibility defects is very important, too. Being able to negotiate effectively with stakeholders and work autonomously is a must. Being able to make high-level decisions is also required. Candidates will be asked to provide an audit report that they have written, and to provide evidence how they conducted the report. They will also be asked to show the solutions that they provided. Strong experience in authoring high quality VPATs/ACRs for enterprise web applications. Expert knowledge of how to recommend WCAG 2.2 techniques around websites and digital content. Rich experience using accessibility testing tools (WAVE, aXe, Microsoft Insights, Color Contrast Analyzer) and with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver). High degree of initiative and autonomy coupled with an ability to function successfully as part of a virtual team. Generosity in sharing knowledge, skills, and positive attitude in mentoring people to learn accessibility concepts. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Author VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) against W3C WCAG 2.2 AA standards. Troubleshoots user accessibility issues, guiding product teams to solutions and coaching on appropriate testing tools. Author detailed specifications for remediating websites, mobile applications, and PDFs to meet the W3C WCAG 2.2 A standards. Work with core team developers and UX to test, steer, and validate designs and code to accessibility standards. Author product accessibility statements. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist Certification or US DHS 508 Trusted Tester Certification. Previous roles or degree(s) in fields of Digital Accessibility, User Experience, Digital Design, or Software Engineering. Expert knowledge of and mobile application accessibility testing and techniques. Wide experience with user interface design patterns including rich Internet applications, single page web applications, and AI/chatbots. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
