SC Cleared Data Scientist - Contract Rate: Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (1-2 days per week on-site) Contract: 6 months Clearance: Active SC required We're hiring an experienced SC-cleared Data Scientist to support a high-profile central government programme delivering advanced analytics and machine-learning solutions. This role is focused on turning complex datasets into predictive insight and deployable models that directly inform policy and operational decision-making. You'll work within a multidisciplinary data team, partnering with data engineers, architects, and analysts to design, build, and productionise machine-learning models using modern Python and MLOps practices across secure cloud environments. Key Requirements Active Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferable Proven experience as a Data Scientist in central government or regulated environments Strong hands-on experience with Python for data science and machine learning Solid understanding of machine-learning techniques (supervised, unsupervised, model evaluation) Experience with MLOps practices, including: Model versioning and deployment CI/CD for ML workflows Monitoring and performance management Experience working with cloud-based data platforms ( AWS and/or Azure ) Strong statistical knowledge and ability to explain complex models to non-technical stakeholders Responsibilities Design, build, and evaluate machine-learning models to solve real-world government problems Use Python and related libraries to explore, transform, and model complex datasets Work with engineers to integrate models into production pipelines using MLOps best practices Validate, test, and monitor models to ensure accuracy, reliability, and fairness Collaborate closely with analysts and policy teams to translate analytical findings into insight Ensure solutions meet security, governance, and ethical standards Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders Working Pattern 1-2 days per week on-site in London or Manchester Remaining days remote, offering a flexible hybrid working model If you're an SC-cleared Data Scientist with strong Python , machine learning , and MLOps experience and are looking for a central government contract paying up to £650/day , we'd be keen to hear from you. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
May 13, 2026
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SC Cleared Data Scientist - Contract Rate: Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (1-2 days per week on-site) Contract: 6 months Clearance: Active SC required We're hiring an experienced SC-cleared Data Scientist to support a high-profile central government programme delivering advanced analytics and machine-learning solutions. This role is focused on turning complex datasets into predictive insight and deployable models that directly inform policy and operational decision-making. You'll work within a multidisciplinary data team, partnering with data engineers, architects, and analysts to design, build, and productionise machine-learning models using modern Python and MLOps practices across secure cloud environments. Key Requirements Active Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferable Proven experience as a Data Scientist in central government or regulated environments Strong hands-on experience with Python for data science and machine learning Solid understanding of machine-learning techniques (supervised, unsupervised, model evaluation) Experience with MLOps practices, including: Model versioning and deployment CI/CD for ML workflows Monitoring and performance management Experience working with cloud-based data platforms ( AWS and/or Azure ) Strong statistical knowledge and ability to explain complex models to non-technical stakeholders Responsibilities Design, build, and evaluate machine-learning models to solve real-world government problems Use Python and related libraries to explore, transform, and model complex datasets Work with engineers to integrate models into production pipelines using MLOps best practices Validate, test, and monitor models to ensure accuracy, reliability, and fairness Collaborate closely with analysts and policy teams to translate analytical findings into insight Ensure solutions meet security, governance, and ethical standards Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders Working Pattern 1-2 days per week on-site in London or Manchester Remaining days remote, offering a flexible hybrid working model If you're an SC-cleared Data Scientist with strong Python , machine learning , and MLOps experience and are looking for a central government contract paying up to £650/day , we'd be keen to hear from you. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Location: London, UK Contract Type: 12-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Working Model: Hybrid (2 days onsite per week) Competitive Rate £ Positions Available: 2 About the Role is hiring a Python Senior Engineer to join the Recommendations team supporting the AI Stylist experience - an AI-powered platform combining conversational AI with recommendation systems. This role focuses on building and improving customer-facing AI services, with particular emphasis on evaluation frameworks, recommendation quality, and production reliability. You will work closely with engineering, data science, and product teams to develop scalable AI-driven solutions used in live environments. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain AI-powered services using Python Design and implement evaluation frameworks for LLM-based systems Improve AI output quality through structured evaluations and testing Apply techniques such as LLM-as-a-Judge for response assessment Work with non-deterministic AI systems in production environments Integrate AI services into broader APIs and platform ecosystems Support system reliability, observability, and performance Collaborate with data scientists on prompts, models, and evaluation strategies Participate in on-call support when required Required Skills & Experience Strong Python engineering experience in production environments Experience building AI-enabled applications, recommendation systems, or conversational platforms Hands-on experience with LLM or AI evaluation frameworks Strong understanding of non-deterministic AI system behaviour Ability to design meaningful evaluations and improve system quality over time Experience working in cross-functional engineering and product teams Desirable Skills Experience with Azure AI services or similar cloud AI platforms Familiarity with OpenAI or similar AI SDKs Exposure to distributed systems and infrastructure tooling Experience with Terraform or Kafka
May 13, 2026
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Location: London, UK Contract Type: 12-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Working Model: Hybrid (2 days onsite per week) Competitive Rate £ Positions Available: 2 About the Role is hiring a Python Senior Engineer to join the Recommendations team supporting the AI Stylist experience - an AI-powered platform combining conversational AI with recommendation systems. This role focuses on building and improving customer-facing AI services, with particular emphasis on evaluation frameworks, recommendation quality, and production reliability. You will work closely with engineering, data science, and product teams to develop scalable AI-driven solutions used in live environments. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain AI-powered services using Python Design and implement evaluation frameworks for LLM-based systems Improve AI output quality through structured evaluations and testing Apply techniques such as LLM-as-a-Judge for response assessment Work with non-deterministic AI systems in production environments Integrate AI services into broader APIs and platform ecosystems Support system reliability, observability, and performance Collaborate with data scientists on prompts, models, and evaluation strategies Participate in on-call support when required Required Skills & Experience Strong Python engineering experience in production environments Experience building AI-enabled applications, recommendation systems, or conversational platforms Hands-on experience with LLM or AI evaluation frameworks Strong understanding of non-deterministic AI system behaviour Ability to design meaningful evaluations and improve system quality over time Experience working in cross-functional engineering and product teams Desirable Skills Experience with Azure AI services or similar cloud AI platforms Familiarity with OpenAI or similar AI SDKs Exposure to distributed systems and infrastructure tooling Experience with Terraform or Kafka
Senior Infrastructure Engineer Until March 2027 £650/Day Inside IR35 Locations: 60 % office based at one of the following options Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Clearance: SC We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer/ NetDevOps for our Government client This role will be office based 60% and remote 40%, and can be based at any of the following options: Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Clearance: SC Role Profile: This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing If you are interested in the above, hit the Apply now button! Infrastructure Engineer, NetDevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, DevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, AWS , Azure, Python, Ansible, Network, Networks, Infrastructure Engineer, As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, they will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Infrastructure Engineer Until March 2027 £650/Day Inside IR35 Locations: 60 % office based at one of the following options Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Clearance: SC We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer/ NetDevOps for our Government client This role will be office based 60% and remote 40%, and can be based at any of the following options: Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Clearance: SC Role Profile: This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing If you are interested in the above, hit the Apply now button! Infrastructure Engineer, NetDevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, DevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, AWS , Azure, Python, Ansible, Network, Networks, Infrastructure Engineer, As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, they will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.
Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps Location : Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type : Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (e.g. Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (e.g. GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network / Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Nice to Have Aruba Central / ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN / WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 13, 2026
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Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps Location : Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type : Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (e.g. Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (e.g. GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network / Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Nice to Have Aruba Central / ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN / WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Data Architect 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 700 per day London based - hybrid working - 2/3 days onsite Candidates must hold current and active SC Clearance We are seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, cloud-based data platforms for the client. The role combines architectural strategy with delivery oversight - shaping target-state architectures while ensuring they are implemented pragmatically within regulated, security-conscious environments. This position will suit an architect who can move comfortably between traditional enterprise data approaches and modern patterns such as lakehouse, streaming, data mesh and ML-enabled platforms - and who values clarity, governance and technical rigour. Candidates must hold active SC clearance . What experience you'll bring: Leadership: Recent experience as a Lead Data Architect / Data Solutions Architect or equivalent senior role. Ability to build relationships and operate at a senior stakeholder level with clients. Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end data platform design and delivery. Experience operating in consulting, systems integration, or delivery partner roles. Experience working within the Government sector strongly preferred. Modern and Enterprise Data Architecture: You should have practical architecture experience across both established enterprise approaches and modern data patterns, including: Azure data systems (must have). Oracle / AWS experience is ideal. Knowledge of Databricks and Snowflake is ideal. Experience of large-scale data migration programmes. Data lake and lakehouse architectures. Event-driven and streaming architectures. Data Mesh and/or Data Fabric principles (applied pragmatically, not theoretically). Data product-oriented design approaches. You understand where traditional patterns remain appropriate - and where modern approaches add measurable value. Data Engineering & Platform Understanding: Strong knowledge of distributed processing (e.g. Apache Spark). Familiarity with Hadoop ecosystem components. Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL technologies. Understanding of ETL/ELT design trade-offs. Awareness of DevOps practices and CI/CD for data platforms. Understanding of how ML/AI workloads integrate into data architectures. Hands-on coding ability (e.g. Python, Java, R) is beneficial but not required. Governance, Security and Data Management Experience leading a discovery phase for a data transformation programme. Experience designing within structured architectural governance frameworks. Familiarity with government assurance processes and design authorities. Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and metadata management. Experience designing for GDPR and UK public sector data protection requirements. Appreciation of infrastructure considerations and security boundaries in regulated cloud environments. Stakeholder Engagement Ability to influence architectural direction at senior stakeholder level. Clear and structured communicator - able to explain trade-offs and risks. Experience leading and mentoring architects and engineers. Comfortable operating within programme governance structures. Familiarity with Agile delivery models (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban). Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 12, 2026
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Data Architect 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 700 per day London based - hybrid working - 2/3 days onsite Candidates must hold current and active SC Clearance We are seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, cloud-based data platforms for the client. The role combines architectural strategy with delivery oversight - shaping target-state architectures while ensuring they are implemented pragmatically within regulated, security-conscious environments. This position will suit an architect who can move comfortably between traditional enterprise data approaches and modern patterns such as lakehouse, streaming, data mesh and ML-enabled platforms - and who values clarity, governance and technical rigour. Candidates must hold active SC clearance . What experience you'll bring: Leadership: Recent experience as a Lead Data Architect / Data Solutions Architect or equivalent senior role. Ability to build relationships and operate at a senior stakeholder level with clients. Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end data platform design and delivery. Experience operating in consulting, systems integration, or delivery partner roles. Experience working within the Government sector strongly preferred. Modern and Enterprise Data Architecture: You should have practical architecture experience across both established enterprise approaches and modern data patterns, including: Azure data systems (must have). Oracle / AWS experience is ideal. Knowledge of Databricks and Snowflake is ideal. Experience of large-scale data migration programmes. Data lake and lakehouse architectures. Event-driven and streaming architectures. Data Mesh and/or Data Fabric principles (applied pragmatically, not theoretically). Data product-oriented design approaches. You understand where traditional patterns remain appropriate - and where modern approaches add measurable value. Data Engineering & Platform Understanding: Strong knowledge of distributed processing (e.g. Apache Spark). Familiarity with Hadoop ecosystem components. Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL technologies. Understanding of ETL/ELT design trade-offs. Awareness of DevOps practices and CI/CD for data platforms. Understanding of how ML/AI workloads integrate into data architectures. Hands-on coding ability (e.g. Python, Java, R) is beneficial but not required. Governance, Security and Data Management Experience leading a discovery phase for a data transformation programme. Experience designing within structured architectural governance frameworks. Familiarity with government assurance processes and design authorities. Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and metadata management. Experience designing for GDPR and UK public sector data protection requirements. Appreciation of infrastructure considerations and security boundaries in regulated cloud environments. Stakeholder Engagement Ability to influence architectural direction at senior stakeholder level. Clear and structured communicator - able to explain trade-offs and risks. Experience leading and mentoring architects and engineers. Comfortable operating within programme governance structures. Familiarity with Agile delivery models (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban). Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
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City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) Location: Newcastle, UK (Also open to Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool) With Hybrid (60% on-site) Pay Rate: Depends on Experience Type & Duration: Contract |12 Months Contract with InsideIR35 Job Description: Role Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Senior Infrastructure Engineer with a NetDevOps mindset to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This is a "build and delivery" role, not an operations or SRE position. The successful candidate will integrate automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) into traditional network engineering to support critical, hybrid-cloud services. Key Technical Requirements (Priority Criteria): Candidates must demonstrate deep, hands-on experience in: Enterprise Network Engineering: Complex OSPF/BGP environments and designing resilient traffic flows. Security & Firewalls: Extensive experience with Palo Alto (policy design/implementation) and Zero Trust principles. Data Centre Architecture: VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics (Arista or equivalent). Load Balancing: F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). NetDevOps & Automation: Moving away from manual CLI; proficiency in Python, Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab CI/CD. Cloud/Hybrid Networking: Proven experience integrating local data centres with Azure, AWS, or OCI. Experience Profile: Engineer vs. Operator: We need a "builder" who can contribute to design and delivery immediately with minimal ramp-up. Environment: Experience in large-scale, complex, or regulated enterprise environments. Desirable Extras: Aruba Central/ClearPass, SD-WAN, or experience modernizing Legacy environments. What This Role Is NOT: Not a pure Operations/Monitoring role. Not a standard SRE role (requires deep networking depth). Not an Incident Management role.
May 11, 2026
Contractor
Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) Location: Newcastle, UK (Also open to Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool) With Hybrid (60% on-site) Pay Rate: Depends on Experience Type & Duration: Contract |12 Months Contract with InsideIR35 Job Description: Role Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Senior Infrastructure Engineer with a NetDevOps mindset to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This is a "build and delivery" role, not an operations or SRE position. The successful candidate will integrate automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) into traditional network engineering to support critical, hybrid-cloud services. Key Technical Requirements (Priority Criteria): Candidates must demonstrate deep, hands-on experience in: Enterprise Network Engineering: Complex OSPF/BGP environments and designing resilient traffic flows. Security & Firewalls: Extensive experience with Palo Alto (policy design/implementation) and Zero Trust principles. Data Centre Architecture: VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics (Arista or equivalent). Load Balancing: F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). NetDevOps & Automation: Moving away from manual CLI; proficiency in Python, Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab CI/CD. Cloud/Hybrid Networking: Proven experience integrating local data centres with Azure, AWS, or OCI. Experience Profile: Engineer vs. Operator: We need a "builder" who can contribute to design and delivery immediately with minimal ramp-up. Environment: Experience in large-scale, complex, or regulated enterprise environments. Desirable Extras: Aruba Central/ClearPass, SD-WAN, or experience modernizing Legacy environments. What This Role Is NOT: Not a pure Operations/Monitoring role. Not a standard SRE role (requires deep networking depth). Not an Incident Management role.
Job Overview: We are looking for a Senior Automation Tools Engineer to join the Automation Tools team. In this role you will design, deploy, and maintain automation frameworks that improve infrastructure reliability, scalability, and efficiency. You'll collaborate closely with development, operations, engineering, and IT teams to streamline deployment and configuration systems and processes to enable enhanced system management, performance, and lifecycle.This includes deployment and operate automation tools and their frameworks (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, GitLab, Vault, Foreman) for our hybrid estate and compute clusters. Contract - 6 months Location - Cambridge (2 days per week on-site) Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) Responsibilities: Develop and maintain automation solutions using IaC, Python, Bash, and configuration management tools. Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines to improve deployment efficiency. Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and implement automated solutions to improve stability and operability. Document tools, processes, and best practices. Participate in on-call rotations to support system availability. Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve automation practices. Required Skills and Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). Hands-on experience with infrastructure automation and configuration management. Good experience handling large-scale Linux environments and resolving system issues. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, or similar). Experience working across hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP). "Nice To Have" Skills and Experience: Experience with large-scale or multi-cluster environments. Codex and other AI enabled development and use cases. Relevant technical certifications. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 07, 2026
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Job Overview: We are looking for a Senior Automation Tools Engineer to join the Automation Tools team. In this role you will design, deploy, and maintain automation frameworks that improve infrastructure reliability, scalability, and efficiency. You'll collaborate closely with development, operations, engineering, and IT teams to streamline deployment and configuration systems and processes to enable enhanced system management, performance, and lifecycle.This includes deployment and operate automation tools and their frameworks (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, GitLab, Vault, Foreman) for our hybrid estate and compute clusters. Contract - 6 months Location - Cambridge (2 days per week on-site) Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) Responsibilities: Develop and maintain automation solutions using IaC, Python, Bash, and configuration management tools. Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines to improve deployment efficiency. Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and implement automated solutions to improve stability and operability. Document tools, processes, and best practices. Participate in on-call rotations to support system availability. Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve automation practices. Required Skills and Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). Hands-on experience with infrastructure automation and configuration management. Good experience handling large-scale Linux environments and resolving system issues. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, or similar). Experience working across hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP). "Nice To Have" Skills and Experience: Experience with large-scale or multi-cluster environments. Codex and other AI enabled development and use cases. Relevant technical certifications. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Role: Solution Designer - Financial Crime Engineering Location: London (Hybrid) Duration: 6-Month Contract Rate: £600 - £650 (Inside IR35) Key Essential Skills: Strong hands-on experience in ServiceNow case management system design (data models, workflows, integrations, user interfaces) Experience with other major case management platforms (Camunda, Pega, Appian) Ability to deliver lower-level technical designs and proposals, with hands-on coding (Python is a plus) Experience designing large-scale, multi-year, complex engineering solutions, ideally in financial crime compliance (sanctions, fraud, AML, KYC, export controls) Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills, able to align technology options with business, operations, and architectural requirements Familiarity with cloud (AWS, Azure) and on-prem platforms, including system integrations to services (CRM, billing, access/document management) Proven capability to work independently across technical and business functions, supporting solution delivery and technical troubleshooting Adherence to regulatory (GDPR, FCA) and architectural standards (Digital Blueprint, Enterprise Architecture) Desirable Skills Deep understanding of ServiceNow data concepts (data capture, reporting) Excellent written and verbal communication, complex technical matters for non-technical audiences Familiarity with automation/orchestration strategies for case management Experience supporting code reviews, testing, and release management teams Experience communicating and presenting architecture/designs to governance or technical review forums Hold relevant technical certifications or continuous professional development in engineering, cloud, or security domains Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to join the Financial Crime Engineering team as a Solution Designer, supporting large-scale, complex transformation workstreams. You'll be responsible for designing end-to-end and stream-level technology deliverables, engaging with multiple senior stakeholders and aligning architecture decisions with business change, operations, and wider technology teams. You'll contribute to a multi-year, transformative initiative for Financial Crime across Sanctions, Fraud, AML, KYC, and Export Controls, rolling out best-in-class solutions for one of the world's leading financial organizations. Role & Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end system design for case management solutions using ServiceNow (data models, workflows, integrations, UI) Collaborate with central ServiceNow architecture to implement robust design governance within Financial Crime systems Develop lower-level designs and if needed, hands-on proposals (coding experience in Python is beneficial) Serve as subject matter expert for ServiceNow Case Management; experience with Camunda, Pega, Appian also valued Evaluate and recommend ServiceNow modules/plugins to enhance functionality Deliver integration designs with external systems (CRM, Billing, Access, Document Repositories) Support code reviews, testing, and release management with best practices guidance Implement automation and orchestration for streamlined case management Ensure compliance with data privacy/regulatory frameworks (GDPR, FCA) Uphold technical quality and design standards per clients Digital Blueprint and Enterprise Architecture Communicate solution design and present to governance forums for review/signoff Outline Thebes Group: Thebes, a seasoned IT Managed Service provider with a 19-year track record, offers fast, flexible, and value-driven solutions, tailored to propel your organization into the next phase of its IT journey. Our unique Assured Outcome Provider (AOP) methodology prioritizes quality service, industry-leading solutions, and tangible ROI over conventional metrics like headcount and price lists. In our commitment to putting your needs first, we specialize in strategic IT consultancy, efficient project execution, ITaaS management, and staffing augmentation with our network of skilled professionals. What sets us apart is our proficiency in harnessing cutting-edge AI and Cloud technologies for cost optimization, ensuring that your IT infrastructure not only meets but exceeds expectations. We don't just deliver services; we curate digital solutions that align seamlessly with your business objectives. With a relentless focus on delivering outcomes, we do things for you, not to you, constantly adding value to your operations. Trust Thebes to be your partner in achieving IT excellence, where innovation and efficiency converge for unparalleled success.
Oct 08, 2025
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Role: Solution Designer - Financial Crime Engineering Location: London (Hybrid) Duration: 6-Month Contract Rate: £600 - £650 (Inside IR35) Key Essential Skills: Strong hands-on experience in ServiceNow case management system design (data models, workflows, integrations, user interfaces) Experience with other major case management platforms (Camunda, Pega, Appian) Ability to deliver lower-level technical designs and proposals, with hands-on coding (Python is a plus) Experience designing large-scale, multi-year, complex engineering solutions, ideally in financial crime compliance (sanctions, fraud, AML, KYC, export controls) Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills, able to align technology options with business, operations, and architectural requirements Familiarity with cloud (AWS, Azure) and on-prem platforms, including system integrations to services (CRM, billing, access/document management) Proven capability to work independently across technical and business functions, supporting solution delivery and technical troubleshooting Adherence to regulatory (GDPR, FCA) and architectural standards (Digital Blueprint, Enterprise Architecture) Desirable Skills Deep understanding of ServiceNow data concepts (data capture, reporting) Excellent written and verbal communication, complex technical matters for non-technical audiences Familiarity with automation/orchestration strategies for case management Experience supporting code reviews, testing, and release management teams Experience communicating and presenting architecture/designs to governance or technical review forums Hold relevant technical certifications or continuous professional development in engineering, cloud, or security domains Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to join the Financial Crime Engineering team as a Solution Designer, supporting large-scale, complex transformation workstreams. You'll be responsible for designing end-to-end and stream-level technology deliverables, engaging with multiple senior stakeholders and aligning architecture decisions with business change, operations, and wider technology teams. You'll contribute to a multi-year, transformative initiative for Financial Crime across Sanctions, Fraud, AML, KYC, and Export Controls, rolling out best-in-class solutions for one of the world's leading financial organizations. Role & Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end system design for case management solutions using ServiceNow (data models, workflows, integrations, UI) Collaborate with central ServiceNow architecture to implement robust design governance within Financial Crime systems Develop lower-level designs and if needed, hands-on proposals (coding experience in Python is beneficial) Serve as subject matter expert for ServiceNow Case Management; experience with Camunda, Pega, Appian also valued Evaluate and recommend ServiceNow modules/plugins to enhance functionality Deliver integration designs with external systems (CRM, Billing, Access, Document Repositories) Support code reviews, testing, and release management with best practices guidance Implement automation and orchestration for streamlined case management Ensure compliance with data privacy/regulatory frameworks (GDPR, FCA) Uphold technical quality and design standards per clients Digital Blueprint and Enterprise Architecture Communicate solution design and present to governance forums for review/signoff Outline Thebes Group: Thebes, a seasoned IT Managed Service provider with a 19-year track record, offers fast, flexible, and value-driven solutions, tailored to propel your organization into the next phase of its IT journey. Our unique Assured Outcome Provider (AOP) methodology prioritizes quality service, industry-leading solutions, and tangible ROI over conventional metrics like headcount and price lists. In our commitment to putting your needs first, we specialize in strategic IT consultancy, efficient project execution, ITaaS management, and staffing augmentation with our network of skilled professionals. What sets us apart is our proficiency in harnessing cutting-edge AI and Cloud technologies for cost optimization, ensuring that your IT infrastructure not only meets but exceeds expectations. We don't just deliver services; we curate digital solutions that align seamlessly with your business objectives. With a relentless focus on delivering outcomes, we do things for you, not to you, constantly adding value to your operations. Trust Thebes to be your partner in achieving IT excellence, where innovation and efficiency converge for unparalleled success.
Job Title: Contract Solutions Architect - Software Focus (SC Cleared) Location: Hybrid (Remote & Ad Hoc Leeds/Manchester/London) Contract Type: Contract IR35: Inside Duration: 6 months + Rate: £450-£525 (DOE) Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance About the Role We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect with a strong software engineering background to join a high-profile UK Government department on a contract basis. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical digital transformation initiatives that impact millions of citizens. You will be responsible for designing and delivering scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions across a range of government services. Working closely with delivery teams, stakeholders, and technical leads, you'll ensure architectural integrity and alignment with strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Lead the design of end-to-end software solutions across complex systems and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture patterns, principles, and standards. Ensure solutions are secure, performant, and compliant with government regulations. Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the software development life cycle. Translate business requirements into robust technical designs. Engage with senior stakeholders to communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs. Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance (must be currently valid). Proven experience as a Solutions Architect in large-scale software environments. Strong background in software engineering (eg, Java, .NET, Python, or similar). Deep understanding of modern architectural patterns (eg, microservices, event-driven, API-first). Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Experience working within UK Government or public sector environments. Knowledge of GDS standards and service design principles. Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies.
Sep 26, 2025
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Job Title: Contract Solutions Architect - Software Focus (SC Cleared) Location: Hybrid (Remote & Ad Hoc Leeds/Manchester/London) Contract Type: Contract IR35: Inside Duration: 6 months + Rate: £450-£525 (DOE) Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance About the Role We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect with a strong software engineering background to join a high-profile UK Government department on a contract basis. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical digital transformation initiatives that impact millions of citizens. You will be responsible for designing and delivering scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions across a range of government services. Working closely with delivery teams, stakeholders, and technical leads, you'll ensure architectural integrity and alignment with strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Lead the design of end-to-end software solutions across complex systems and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture patterns, principles, and standards. Ensure solutions are secure, performant, and compliant with government regulations. Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the software development life cycle. Translate business requirements into robust technical designs. Engage with senior stakeholders to communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs. Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance (must be currently valid). Proven experience as a Solutions Architect in large-scale software environments. Strong background in software engineering (eg, Java, .NET, Python, or similar). Deep understanding of modern architectural patterns (eg, microservices, event-driven, API-first). Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Experience working within UK Government or public sector environments. Knowledge of GDS standards and service design principles. Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies.
We are currently seeking a Lead AI Engineer to work with our public sector client 6 months contract £700 - 750 inside IR35 Location: London Bristol or Manchester / Hybrid / Flexible on remote working The ideal candidates will have a proven Artificial intelligence engineering background within public sector ideally holding active SC clearance or have government project experience Skills & responsibilities: Ideating and developing one or more AI projects. These could be fully-fledged internal applications the incubator is building. Alternatively, they might be services we're building for the government's biggest missions in collaboration with other departments, where we work closely with technical counterparts. Writing and reviewing code daily. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to quickly understand customer needs and translate them into pragmatic technical solutions leveraging AI. Leading the design and establishment of frameworks, tools and processes to responsibly develop, deploy and monitor AI products. Evangelising best practices in applied AI across government. Staying on top of the latest developments in AI, including new models and paradigms. Proficiency in Python. An understanding of deploying and monitoring such systems in a cloud environment. Familiarity with tools for working with Large Language Models via API or in a local context (e.g. HuggingFace transformers). Experience with natural language processing, deep learning and generative AI. Nive to have: Building AI agents, or products that rely on AI agents Developing and working with tools and interfaces for AI applications (e.g. Anthropic's Model Context Protocol) Training traditional Machine Learning and Deep Learning models Hands-on experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker. Experience designing software services with respect to infrastructure, considering dependencies like databases and message queues, cloud environments, and pre-existing services with which yours must collaborate. Proven ability to collaborate with "non-engineering" disciplines, such as design and user research, to plan and deliver work of provable value as part of a product team, including prioritising, breaking down and sequencing technical work to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Sep 21, 2025
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We are currently seeking a Lead AI Engineer to work with our public sector client 6 months contract £700 - 750 inside IR35 Location: London Bristol or Manchester / Hybrid / Flexible on remote working The ideal candidates will have a proven Artificial intelligence engineering background within public sector ideally holding active SC clearance or have government project experience Skills & responsibilities: Ideating and developing one or more AI projects. These could be fully-fledged internal applications the incubator is building. Alternatively, they might be services we're building for the government's biggest missions in collaboration with other departments, where we work closely with technical counterparts. Writing and reviewing code daily. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to quickly understand customer needs and translate them into pragmatic technical solutions leveraging AI. Leading the design and establishment of frameworks, tools and processes to responsibly develop, deploy and monitor AI products. Evangelising best practices in applied AI across government. Staying on top of the latest developments in AI, including new models and paradigms. Proficiency in Python. An understanding of deploying and monitoring such systems in a cloud environment. Familiarity with tools for working with Large Language Models via API or in a local context (e.g. HuggingFace transformers). Experience with natural language processing, deep learning and generative AI. Nive to have: Building AI agents, or products that rely on AI agents Developing and working with tools and interfaces for AI applications (e.g. Anthropic's Model Context Protocol) Training traditional Machine Learning and Deep Learning models Hands-on experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker. Experience designing software services with respect to infrastructure, considering dependencies like databases and message queues, cloud environments, and pre-existing services with which yours must collaborate. Proven ability to collaborate with "non-engineering" disciplines, such as design and user research, to plan and deliver work of provable value as part of a product team, including prioritising, breaking down and sequencing technical work to achieve the best possible outcomes.
