Role: Chief Architect Location: UK - (Hybrid working based at the nearest office with expensed travel to other offices as required) Duration: 12 Months Day rate: 840 Inside IR35 Role Description: We are seeking an experienced Chief Architect to lead the design and delivery of complex enterprise and cloud transformation programmes. The role will provide technical and architectural leadership across the full project lifecycle, from requirements and solution design through to deployment and production delivery. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in AWS Cloud Architecture, Deployment Architecture, and hybrid cloud solutions, with the ability to articulate Red Hat and OpenShift capabilities to clients. Experience delivering large-scale integration and transformation programmes within the Public Sector is essential. Key Skills & Experience Required: Strong experience in AWS Cloud Architecture and Deployment Architecture. Proven background delivering complex enterprise and system integration programmes. Experience with hybrid cloud environments, Red Hat, and OpenShift platforms. Public Sector experience is essential. Strong stakeholder engagement and client-facing communication skills. Ability to lead architecture governance and provide technical leadership across delivery teams. Experience across the full solution lifecycle from requirements through deployment. Knowledge of cloud security, scalability, resilience, and modern architectural best practices. Relevant AWS or architecture certifications desirable. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
May 22, 2026
Contractor
Role: Chief Architect Location: UK - (Hybrid working based at the nearest office with expensed travel to other offices as required) Duration: 12 Months Day rate: 840 Inside IR35 Role Description: We are seeking an experienced Chief Architect to lead the design and delivery of complex enterprise and cloud transformation programmes. The role will provide technical and architectural leadership across the full project lifecycle, from requirements and solution design through to deployment and production delivery. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in AWS Cloud Architecture, Deployment Architecture, and hybrid cloud solutions, with the ability to articulate Red Hat and OpenShift capabilities to clients. Experience delivering large-scale integration and transformation programmes within the Public Sector is essential. Key Skills & Experience Required: Strong experience in AWS Cloud Architecture and Deployment Architecture. Proven background delivering complex enterprise and system integration programmes. Experience with hybrid cloud environments, Red Hat, and OpenShift platforms. Public Sector experience is essential. Strong stakeholder engagement and client-facing communication skills. Ability to lead architecture governance and provide technical leadership across delivery teams. Experience across the full solution lifecycle from requirements through deployment. Knowledge of cloud security, scalability, resilience, and modern architectural best practices. Relevant AWS or architecture certifications desirable. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
National Audit Office Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) Remuneration: £165,000 - £185,000 plus civil service pension and benefits Location: Central London (minimum two days on site) Closing date: Monday 8 June 2026 The National Audit Office (NAO) is the UK's independent public spending watchdog. We support Parliament in holding government to account and we help improve public services through our high quality audits. Through this work, we provide Parliament, government and the public with trusted assurance, authoritative insight and practical recommendations that support transparency, accountability and better outcomes for citizens. In 2024 we identified financial impacts totalling £5.3 billion. As governments today face an era of unprecedented complexity, striving to provide modern and affordable public services that meet the needs and expectations of today's society, our ability to operate with impact has never been more important. The appointment of our first Executive level CDIO is an exciting development that will be central to the delivery of our strategy, which places digital at the heart of our mission. Reporting to the Comptroller & Auditor General and regularly liaising with the Board, you will set a compelling vision for digital, data, AI and technology innovation at the NAO. You will drive strategy and deliver excellence as a highly visible and active member of the Executive Team. Working in partnership with the executive leads for audit you will catalyse change and provide challenge and insight to enable us to continuously evolve our use of technology in audit delivery to strengthen quality, insight, efficiency and resilience. Success in doing so will result in the provision of user centred, interoperable platforms, products and services, underpinned by modern engineering practices, a robust information and cyber security stance and strong governance. We are seeking an exceptional leader with the credibility and track record to lead digital, data, AI and technology innovation at scale in a complex, data-rich setting. With breadth of expertise across modern digital and engineering disciplines, including architecture, cyber security, data and AI, you will be an inspiring, inclusive leader, able to build high performing teams, elicit strong performance from partners, and influence confidently at Board and executive level. Strategic, resilient and politically astute, you will combine intellectual rigour with pragmatism, challenge constructively when needed, and operate with integrity, humility and strong commitment to public service values and the NAO's mission. This is a rare opportunity to help elevate the capabilities of the NAO at a pivotal moment in its evolution. We invite you to play a leading role in shaping how digital, data and AI drive public sector impact. To apply or for a confidential discussion , please contact our recruitment partners GatenbySanderson via or email Russell Brandon at Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is central to who we are as an organisation and how we deliver our work. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and able to contribute fully. We recognise that diversity of thought, skills and experience strengthens our work and supports better outcomes. We therefore welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented at senior levels. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment processes and will work with candidates to ensure they are able to demonstrate their skills and experience at every stage. Reasonable Adjustments and Guaranteed Interview Scheme We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to provide appropriate support. The NAO operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role and who identify as disabled. Where criteria are met, candidates will be progressed in line with the scheme. Further information about reasonable adjustments and the Guaranteed Interview Scheme is available on request.
May 20, 2026
Full time
National Audit Office Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) Remuneration: £165,000 - £185,000 plus civil service pension and benefits Location: Central London (minimum two days on site) Closing date: Monday 8 June 2026 The National Audit Office (NAO) is the UK's independent public spending watchdog. We support Parliament in holding government to account and we help improve public services through our high quality audits. Through this work, we provide Parliament, government and the public with trusted assurance, authoritative insight and practical recommendations that support transparency, accountability and better outcomes for citizens. In 2024 we identified financial impacts totalling £5.3 billion. As governments today face an era of unprecedented complexity, striving to provide modern and affordable public services that meet the needs and expectations of today's society, our ability to operate with impact has never been more important. The appointment of our first Executive level CDIO is an exciting development that will be central to the delivery of our strategy, which places digital at the heart of our mission. Reporting to the Comptroller & Auditor General and regularly liaising with the Board, you will set a compelling vision for digital, data, AI and technology innovation at the NAO. You will drive strategy and deliver excellence as a highly visible and active member of the Executive Team. Working in partnership with the executive leads for audit you will catalyse change and provide challenge and insight to enable us to continuously evolve our use of technology in audit delivery to strengthen quality, insight, efficiency and resilience. Success in doing so will result in the provision of user centred, interoperable platforms, products and services, underpinned by modern engineering practices, a robust information and cyber security stance and strong governance. We are seeking an exceptional leader with the credibility and track record to lead digital, data, AI and technology innovation at scale in a complex, data-rich setting. With breadth of expertise across modern digital and engineering disciplines, including architecture, cyber security, data and AI, you will be an inspiring, inclusive leader, able to build high performing teams, elicit strong performance from partners, and influence confidently at Board and executive level. Strategic, resilient and politically astute, you will combine intellectual rigour with pragmatism, challenge constructively when needed, and operate with integrity, humility and strong commitment to public service values and the NAO's mission. This is a rare opportunity to help elevate the capabilities of the NAO at a pivotal moment in its evolution. We invite you to play a leading role in shaping how digital, data and AI drive public sector impact. To apply or for a confidential discussion , please contact our recruitment partners GatenbySanderson via or email Russell Brandon at Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is central to who we are as an organisation and how we deliver our work. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and able to contribute fully. We recognise that diversity of thought, skills and experience strengthens our work and supports better outcomes. We therefore welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented at senior levels. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment processes and will work with candidates to ensure they are able to demonstrate their skills and experience at every stage. Reasonable Adjustments and Guaranteed Interview Scheme We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to provide appropriate support. The NAO operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role and who identify as disabled. Where criteria are met, candidates will be progressed in line with the scheme. Further information about reasonable adjustments and the Guaranteed Interview Scheme is available on request.
Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CTOO) / Technology & Operations Director Location: Coventry (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000- 100,000 DOE Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Join a Growing Technology Business Where You Can Truly Make an Impact We're partnering with an ambitious and growing technology company looking for a commercially minded, hands-on technology leader to take ownership of both software delivery and IT operations across the business. This is a rare opportunity to join a smaller organisation where your influence will genuinely shape the future direction of technology, operations, delivery, and customer outcomes. You'll work closely with the executive team, helping drive strategic decisions while remaining close enough to the technology to guide teams, solve problems, and improve delivery standards. We're looking for someone who enjoys building structure in fast-paced environments, thrives on solving operational challenges, and still has the technical depth to engage with engineering teams and architecture decisions when required. The Role As CTOO / Technology & Operations Director, you'll oversee the operational effectiveness of software development, infrastructure, and technical services across the organisation's application estate. You'll act as the bridge between commercial teams, customers, developers, and IT services - ensuring priorities are aligned, delivery remains controlled, and systems stay secure, stable, and scalable. This role combines strategic leadership with practical execution. You'll be expected to roll your sleeves up when needed, support critical decision-making, and help teams deliver effectively with limited resources. Key Responsibilities Technology & Operational Leadership Lead the development and IT services functions across the business Ensure applications and platforms are delivered, maintained, and supported effectively Drive operational stability, resilience, and continuous improvement Balance long-term strategy with day-to-day execution Hands-On Technical Leadership Provide guidance across software delivery, infrastructure, DevOps, and architecture Support teams with technical decision-making and delivery planning Maintain oversight of cloud infrastructure, databases, environments, and security controls Act as a senior escalation point during incidents or critical operational issues Executive Delivery & Prioritisation Translate executive and customer requirements into achievable delivery plans Manage competing priorities across development and IT operations Clearly communicate risks, trade-offs, and delivery expectations Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with sales, commercial, product, and operational teams Support customer-facing technical discussions and solution planning Improve collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders Governance, Security & Compliance Ensure strong governance, policies, and operational procedures are in place Support ISO9001 / ISO27001 aligned processes and customer audit requirements Maintain focus on GDPR, cybersecurity, resilience, and risk management What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven leadership across software engineering and IT operations/infrastructure Experience working in smaller or growing businesses where adaptability is key Strong hands-on technical understanding with the ability to engage at engineering level Experience managing software delivery, technical operations, and cross-functional teams Strong understanding of Agile delivery, DevOps, CI/CD, and modern software practices Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Knowledge of databases including MS SQL and/or Oracle Experience managing incidents, operational risk, and technical escalations Desirable Background Computer Science, Engineering, or similar technical background Experience with architecture or solution design Exposure to sectors such as Construction, Utilities, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing, Insurance, or B2B technology services Personal Attributes Commercially aware and pragmatic Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability Comfortable making decisions and driving accountability Able to communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders Hands-on, approachable, and delivery focused What Success Looks Like Within your first 6-12 months, you'll have: Improved operational stability and delivery visibility Established clearer prioritisation across development and IT services Strengthened collaboration between technical and commercial teams Improved governance, documentation, and compliance readiness Built empowered teams with strong accountability and ownership Package 80,000- 100,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working model Opportunity to shape technology strategy within a growing business High level of ownership and autonomy Collaborative and fast-moving environment where your contribution matters
May 20, 2026
Full time
Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CTOO) / Technology & Operations Director Location: Coventry (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000- 100,000 DOE Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Join a Growing Technology Business Where You Can Truly Make an Impact We're partnering with an ambitious and growing technology company looking for a commercially minded, hands-on technology leader to take ownership of both software delivery and IT operations across the business. This is a rare opportunity to join a smaller organisation where your influence will genuinely shape the future direction of technology, operations, delivery, and customer outcomes. You'll work closely with the executive team, helping drive strategic decisions while remaining close enough to the technology to guide teams, solve problems, and improve delivery standards. We're looking for someone who enjoys building structure in fast-paced environments, thrives on solving operational challenges, and still has the technical depth to engage with engineering teams and architecture decisions when required. The Role As CTOO / Technology & Operations Director, you'll oversee the operational effectiveness of software development, infrastructure, and technical services across the organisation's application estate. You'll act as the bridge between commercial teams, customers, developers, and IT services - ensuring priorities are aligned, delivery remains controlled, and systems stay secure, stable, and scalable. This role combines strategic leadership with practical execution. You'll be expected to roll your sleeves up when needed, support critical decision-making, and help teams deliver effectively with limited resources. Key Responsibilities Technology & Operational Leadership Lead the development and IT services functions across the business Ensure applications and platforms are delivered, maintained, and supported effectively Drive operational stability, resilience, and continuous improvement Balance long-term strategy with day-to-day execution Hands-On Technical Leadership Provide guidance across software delivery, infrastructure, DevOps, and architecture Support teams with technical decision-making and delivery planning Maintain oversight of cloud infrastructure, databases, environments, and security controls Act as a senior escalation point during incidents or critical operational issues Executive Delivery & Prioritisation Translate executive and customer requirements into achievable delivery plans Manage competing priorities across development and IT operations Clearly communicate risks, trade-offs, and delivery expectations Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with sales, commercial, product, and operational teams Support customer-facing technical discussions and solution planning Improve collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders Governance, Security & Compliance Ensure strong governance, policies, and operational procedures are in place Support ISO9001 / ISO27001 aligned processes and customer audit requirements Maintain focus on GDPR, cybersecurity, resilience, and risk management What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven leadership across software engineering and IT operations/infrastructure Experience working in smaller or growing businesses where adaptability is key Strong hands-on technical understanding with the ability to engage at engineering level Experience managing software delivery, technical operations, and cross-functional teams Strong understanding of Agile delivery, DevOps, CI/CD, and modern software practices Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Knowledge of databases including MS SQL and/or Oracle Experience managing incidents, operational risk, and technical escalations Desirable Background Computer Science, Engineering, or similar technical background Experience with architecture or solution design Exposure to sectors such as Construction, Utilities, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing, Insurance, or B2B technology services Personal Attributes Commercially aware and pragmatic Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability Comfortable making decisions and driving accountability Able to communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders Hands-on, approachable, and delivery focused What Success Looks Like Within your first 6-12 months, you'll have: Improved operational stability and delivery visibility Established clearer prioritisation across development and IT services Strengthened collaboration between technical and commercial teams Improved governance, documentation, and compliance readiness Built empowered teams with strong accountability and ownership Package 80,000- 100,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working model Opportunity to shape technology strategy within a growing business High level of ownership and autonomy Collaborative and fast-moving environment where your contribution matters
Our client is currently recruiting for a Chier Technology Office (CTO) with a background in delivering externally facing industry leading AI, data insight B2B platforms. The CTO will be responsible for defining and executing the end-to-end technology strategy, ensuring the platform scales to support rapid commercial growth and the transition into an AI-driven product ecosystem. This is a hands-on executive leadership role, combining strategic vision with direct technical ownership of architecture, engineering, data, and platform reliability. Key Responsibilities for the CTO Define and own the technology vision and target architecture for the platform Lead the evolution of the platform into a scalable, multi-tenant SaaS and AI-enabled data platform Drive end-to-end engineering delivery, platform performance, and operational reliability Build and scale AI and data capabilities, including production AI use cases and data governance Establish engineering excellence across delivery practices, automation, CI/CD, and quality standards Ensure security, compliance, and resilience-by-design across all systems Lead, coach, and scale a high-performing engineering organisation Partner closely with product and business leadership to align technology with commercial strategy Manage and optimise technology investment aligned to growth priorities Key Experience for the CTO Previous experience as CTO, VP Engineering, or Head of Engineering Experience in delivering modern externally facing industry leading AI, data insight B2B platforms Strong background in SaaS or platform-based product environments Proven experience leading architecture, engineering, and cloud-native systems Demonstrated ability to scale engineering teams and delivery capability Hands-on technical leadership style (player-coach mindset) Please apply as directed!
May 19, 2026
Full time
Our client is currently recruiting for a Chier Technology Office (CTO) with a background in delivering externally facing industry leading AI, data insight B2B platforms. The CTO will be responsible for defining and executing the end-to-end technology strategy, ensuring the platform scales to support rapid commercial growth and the transition into an AI-driven product ecosystem. This is a hands-on executive leadership role, combining strategic vision with direct technical ownership of architecture, engineering, data, and platform reliability. Key Responsibilities for the CTO Define and own the technology vision and target architecture for the platform Lead the evolution of the platform into a scalable, multi-tenant SaaS and AI-enabled data platform Drive end-to-end engineering delivery, platform performance, and operational reliability Build and scale AI and data capabilities, including production AI use cases and data governance Establish engineering excellence across delivery practices, automation, CI/CD, and quality standards Ensure security, compliance, and resilience-by-design across all systems Lead, coach, and scale a high-performing engineering organisation Partner closely with product and business leadership to align technology with commercial strategy Manage and optimise technology investment aligned to growth priorities Key Experience for the CTO Previous experience as CTO, VP Engineering, or Head of Engineering Experience in delivering modern externally facing industry leading AI, data insight B2B platforms Strong background in SaaS or platform-based product environments Proven experience leading architecture, engineering, and cloud-native systems Demonstrated ability to scale engineering teams and delivery capability Hands-on technical leadership style (player-coach mindset) Please apply as directed!
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Manchester £90,000-£110,000 (+ good package) Our client is a purpose-driven B2B SaaS business helping employers build safer, more inclusive environments. Their platform handles sensitive data for organisations where trust, security and genuine outcomes genuinely matter, and they're entering an exciting next stage of growth. The Role This is a hands-on, high-impact CTO role not a large-company, committee-led position. You'll provide credible technical leadership, architectural judgement, product direction and people leadership in a small B2B SaaS environment, helping move the company from a founder-led engineering function into a mature, confident product and technology organisation. This may suit an established CTO looking for more purposeful work, or a Head of Engineering, Technology Director or Principal Architect ready to step into broader leadership. What You'll Do • Own and develop the product and technology strategy, aligned to commercial objectives • Set architectural direction - APIs, integrations, data platform, security, scalability, CI/CD • Lead a small engineering and product team with empathy and high expectations • Define a data strategy that puts insight at the heart of the product proposition • Lead safe, pragmatic AI adoption across product and engineering • Own security, risk and compliance, making ISO27001 a lived discipline, not just an audit • Report to the CEO, sit on the Leadership Team and provide clear Board-level visibility • Support investor, due diligence and senior commercial conversations The Team & Technical Environment You'll lead a small, capable team spanning engineering, product management, QA and UX/design. A strong Product Manager handles much of the day-to-day product work; your job is to set direction and ensure strategy aligns with business goals. The team has responded well to clear, calm leadership and honest escalation of risk - the next leader will combine genuine empathy with decisiveness and higher expectations. On the platform side, the key themes you'll work through include: data and analytics architecture, API and integration strategy, observability, security architecture, CI/CD maturity, scalability and cloud infrastructure. Experience across AWS, modern SaaS architecture and sensitive or regulated data environments is essential. What We're Looking For • Senior technology leadership in a small B2B SaaS or scale-up environment • Strong architectural judgement across cloud-native SaaS, APIs, observability and security • Experience leading engineering and product teams directly • A track record of improving delivery confidence and managing technical debt commercially • The ability to communicate technical trade-offs clearly to non-technical stakeholders • Experience with sensitive data, regulated environments or compliance obligations The right person will be decisive but not arrogant, calm under pressure, commercially curious, and technically credible enough to lead a sceptical engineering team - while being comfortable at Board level. Why Join This role offers real influence, meaningful work and the chance to shape the next stage of a business whose purpose genuinely matters. You'll have genuine authority, a seat at the Leadership Team table, and the opportunity to make decisions that will define the next five years. Our client are an equal opportunities employer committed to inclusive recruitment.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Manchester £90,000-£110,000 (+ good package) Our client is a purpose-driven B2B SaaS business helping employers build safer, more inclusive environments. Their platform handles sensitive data for organisations where trust, security and genuine outcomes genuinely matter, and they're entering an exciting next stage of growth. The Role This is a hands-on, high-impact CTO role not a large-company, committee-led position. You'll provide credible technical leadership, architectural judgement, product direction and people leadership in a small B2B SaaS environment, helping move the company from a founder-led engineering function into a mature, confident product and technology organisation. This may suit an established CTO looking for more purposeful work, or a Head of Engineering, Technology Director or Principal Architect ready to step into broader leadership. What You'll Do • Own and develop the product and technology strategy, aligned to commercial objectives • Set architectural direction - APIs, integrations, data platform, security, scalability, CI/CD • Lead a small engineering and product team with empathy and high expectations • Define a data strategy that puts insight at the heart of the product proposition • Lead safe, pragmatic AI adoption across product and engineering • Own security, risk and compliance, making ISO27001 a lived discipline, not just an audit • Report to the CEO, sit on the Leadership Team and provide clear Board-level visibility • Support investor, due diligence and senior commercial conversations The Team & Technical Environment You'll lead a small, capable team spanning engineering, product management, QA and UX/design. A strong Product Manager handles much of the day-to-day product work; your job is to set direction and ensure strategy aligns with business goals. The team has responded well to clear, calm leadership and honest escalation of risk - the next leader will combine genuine empathy with decisiveness and higher expectations. On the platform side, the key themes you'll work through include: data and analytics architecture, API and integration strategy, observability, security architecture, CI/CD maturity, scalability and cloud infrastructure. Experience across AWS, modern SaaS architecture and sensitive or regulated data environments is essential. What We're Looking For • Senior technology leadership in a small B2B SaaS or scale-up environment • Strong architectural judgement across cloud-native SaaS, APIs, observability and security • Experience leading engineering and product teams directly • A track record of improving delivery confidence and managing technical debt commercially • The ability to communicate technical trade-offs clearly to non-technical stakeholders • Experience with sensitive data, regulated environments or compliance obligations The right person will be decisive but not arrogant, calm under pressure, commercially curious, and technically credible enough to lead a sceptical engineering team - while being comfortable at Board level. Why Join This role offers real influence, meaningful work and the chance to shape the next stage of a business whose purpose genuinely matters. You'll have genuine authority, a seat at the Leadership Team table, and the opportunity to make decisions that will define the next five years. Our client are an equal opportunities employer committed to inclusive recruitment.
Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The recent commencement of new contracts, the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. There are a number of roles within the Land Ceptor team working for the Chief Systems Engineer. As a Systems Engineer within the Functional development team you could be involved in one of the following areas (with opportunity to get experience across all areas): Working as part of the requirements team to take customer requirements and deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements, systems studies and support system design Working as part of the certification team to capture and review evidence, conduct technical investigations and support the delivery of Certificate of Designs to enable customer deliveries Working with the Poland programme lead to organise bids, manage and support the programme delivery activities. This will involve everything from and stakeholder engagement to helping manage and deliver the overall Poland programmes in the functional area. What we're looking for from you: General systems engineering experience (ideally in a defence based context) Requirements management and derivation experience Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The recent commencement of new contracts, the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. There are a number of roles within the Land Ceptor team working for the Chief Systems Engineer. As a Systems Engineer within the Functional development team you could be involved in one of the following areas (with opportunity to get experience across all areas): Working as part of the requirements team to take customer requirements and deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements, systems studies and support system design Working as part of the certification team to capture and review evidence, conduct technical investigations and support the delivery of Certificate of Designs to enable customer deliveries Working with the Poland programme lead to organise bids, manage and support the programme delivery activities. This will involve everything from and stakeholder engagement to helping manage and deliver the overall Poland programmes in the functional area. What we're looking for from you: General systems engineering experience (ideally in a defence based context) Requirements management and derivation experience Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Welcome to ASK BOSCO , thanks for stopping by Let s pause for a second. Before we talk perks, equity, or growth stats, let s flip the script. This isn t about us. Not yet. This is about you: • What s driving your search right now, what s prompting you to take the next big step in your career? • Are you looking for a role where you can lead a high-performing team, shape how technology is applied, and make a direct impact on growth and customer success? • Do you want to work in a fast-paced, idea driven environment where your voice matters, but delivery, stability, and scalability always come first? Hold onto those thoughts. Now let us introduce you to something special, a chance to join us as VP of Engineering at ASK BOSCO as we build the foundations for our next phase of hyper-growth. By the end, if it doesn t feel like the right fit, no worries. But if you feel that spark, the same one we ve got, this could be the start of something extraordinary. The Role at a Glance: VP of Engineering (Python) Hybrid Leeds HQ, 2 Days per Week £120,000 + Equity Potential Plus Benefits: 4-day week, 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, health insurance, retail & leisure perks, electric car scheme Values & Culture: Outstanding Company to Work For 2024 Company: AI-powered marketing analytics platform Pedigree: Visionary Founder. Backed by renowned tech entrepreneurs, including co-founder of SkyScanner. Profits with Purpose 10% of profits donated to 1moreChild orphanage annually Markets: Marketing & eCommerce Agencies, eCommerce retailers Your Expertise: You re a proven engineering leader with deep experience in building, scaling, and managing cross-functional tech teams: data engineers, data scientists, data analysts, and developers. You ve led teams through transformational growth, delivering stable, scalable SaaS products that retain and delight customers. You understand what it takes to grow a business from early-stage traction to a large-scale, enterprise-grade platform, and you re ready to lay the technical foundations for our next phase of hyper-growth. You also bring strong experience managing infrastructure partners, confidently navigating and shaping these critical relationships. This isn t a back-seat role. You ll be hands-on where it counts, partnering with the Chief Product Officer to drive delivery, scalability, and long-term success. You ll guide senior stakeholders with clear, data-driven insights, helping keep the roadmap on track in a fast-moving, idea-driven environment. What You ll Be Driving: • Drive technical execution: Deliver and enhance our architecture, infrastructure, and product roadmap to ensure scalable growth and high-performing solutions. • Lead the team: Mentor and grow data engineers, scientists, analysts, and developers to deliver a high-performing, collaborative culture. • Ensure delivery & stability: Make sure features are delivered on time, scalable, and reliable, supporting long-term customer retention. • Manage key relationships: Own the infrastructure partner relationship to guarantee uptime, performance, and security. • Partner with the Chief Product Officer: Align on roadmap priorities, balancing strategic vision with day-to-day execution. • Drive enterprise-grade excellence: Embed best-in-class engineering practices agile, CI/CD, DevOps, security-first design across teams. • Champion scalability: Build products and systems that can grow globally and support tens of thousands of customers. What You ll Bring: • Experience as VP of Engineering, CTO, or senior technical leader in a high-growth or Series A-stage company. • Solid-Strong Python development skills • Proven ability to scale cross-functional teams: data engineering, data science, analytics, and development. • Hands-on experience delivering stable, scalable SaaS products with measurable customer impact. • Experience managing infrastructure partners and external technical relationships. • Confident and polite stakeholder management, able to challenge senior leaders while keeping delivery on track. • Track record of leading transformational growth, scaling teams and products successfully. • Excellent communication - bridging tech, product, and commercial discussions seamlessly. • Customer-first mindset - building products that retain and delight users. This is a role for someone who s been there, done it, and is ready to do it again with more ownership, autonomy, and impact than ever before in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Inclusive Culture At ASK BOSCO , everybody is invited with open arms. We embrace diversity in all forms race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and beyond. Our mission is stronger when everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Can you see yourself building the tech engine that drives our next phase of hyper-growth? If high-impact, high-growth, and hands-on leadership excites you, let s make it happen. Apply now and let s talk. P.S. Did we have you at the four-day week? Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Welcome to ASK BOSCO , thanks for stopping by Let s pause for a second. Before we talk perks, equity, or growth stats, let s flip the script. This isn t about us. Not yet. This is about you: • What s driving your search right now, what s prompting you to take the next big step in your career? • Are you looking for a role where you can lead a high-performing team, shape how technology is applied, and make a direct impact on growth and customer success? • Do you want to work in a fast-paced, idea driven environment where your voice matters, but delivery, stability, and scalability always come first? Hold onto those thoughts. Now let us introduce you to something special, a chance to join us as VP of Engineering at ASK BOSCO as we build the foundations for our next phase of hyper-growth. By the end, if it doesn t feel like the right fit, no worries. But if you feel that spark, the same one we ve got, this could be the start of something extraordinary. The Role at a Glance: VP of Engineering (Python) Hybrid Leeds HQ, 2 Days per Week £120,000 + Equity Potential Plus Benefits: 4-day week, 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, health insurance, retail & leisure perks, electric car scheme Values & Culture: Outstanding Company to Work For 2024 Company: AI-powered marketing analytics platform Pedigree: Visionary Founder. Backed by renowned tech entrepreneurs, including co-founder of SkyScanner. Profits with Purpose 10% of profits donated to 1moreChild orphanage annually Markets: Marketing & eCommerce Agencies, eCommerce retailers Your Expertise: You re a proven engineering leader with deep experience in building, scaling, and managing cross-functional tech teams: data engineers, data scientists, data analysts, and developers. You ve led teams through transformational growth, delivering stable, scalable SaaS products that retain and delight customers. You understand what it takes to grow a business from early-stage traction to a large-scale, enterprise-grade platform, and you re ready to lay the technical foundations for our next phase of hyper-growth. You also bring strong experience managing infrastructure partners, confidently navigating and shaping these critical relationships. This isn t a back-seat role. You ll be hands-on where it counts, partnering with the Chief Product Officer to drive delivery, scalability, and long-term success. You ll guide senior stakeholders with clear, data-driven insights, helping keep the roadmap on track in a fast-moving, idea-driven environment. What You ll Be Driving: • Drive technical execution: Deliver and enhance our architecture, infrastructure, and product roadmap to ensure scalable growth and high-performing solutions. • Lead the team: Mentor and grow data engineers, scientists, analysts, and developers to deliver a high-performing, collaborative culture. • Ensure delivery & stability: Make sure features are delivered on time, scalable, and reliable, supporting long-term customer retention. • Manage key relationships: Own the infrastructure partner relationship to guarantee uptime, performance, and security. • Partner with the Chief Product Officer: Align on roadmap priorities, balancing strategic vision with day-to-day execution. • Drive enterprise-grade excellence: Embed best-in-class engineering practices agile, CI/CD, DevOps, security-first design across teams. • Champion scalability: Build products and systems that can grow globally and support tens of thousands of customers. What You ll Bring: • Experience as VP of Engineering, CTO, or senior technical leader in a high-growth or Series A-stage company. • Solid-Strong Python development skills • Proven ability to scale cross-functional teams: data engineering, data science, analytics, and development. • Hands-on experience delivering stable, scalable SaaS products with measurable customer impact. • Experience managing infrastructure partners and external technical relationships. • Confident and polite stakeholder management, able to challenge senior leaders while keeping delivery on track. • Track record of leading transformational growth, scaling teams and products successfully. • Excellent communication - bridging tech, product, and commercial discussions seamlessly. • Customer-first mindset - building products that retain and delight users. This is a role for someone who s been there, done it, and is ready to do it again with more ownership, autonomy, and impact than ever before in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Inclusive Culture At ASK BOSCO , everybody is invited with open arms. We embrace diversity in all forms race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and beyond. Our mission is stronger when everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Can you see yourself building the tech engine that drives our next phase of hyper-growth? If high-impact, high-growth, and hands-on leadership excites you, let s make it happen. Apply now and let s talk. P.S. Did we have you at the four-day week? Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
