ICT Solution Architect (Applications) - DV Cleared Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Rate: 650 - 701 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Long-term Contract Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required We are seeking an experienced ICT Solution Architect to support a major secure technology programme within a complex enterprise environment. This is a senior architecture-led role requiring a strong hands-on engineering background combined with excellent stakeholder and governance capabilities. You will be responsible for designing secure, resilient technical solutions across multiple projects, translating business requirements into scalable architectures, and providing oversight across engineering delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Produce ?As-Is? and ?To-Be? solution designs Lead architecture and technical governance activities Create technical documentation and architecture diagrams Support engineering delivery across multiple programmes Manage technical stakeholders and supplier relationships Identify architectural dependencies and technical risks Required Experience Strong Solution Architecture background Previous hands-on software engineering experience Expertise across: .NET / ASP.NET / .NET Core SQL Server & NoSQL technologies AWS and/or Azure Linux, networking and virtualisation Experience with TOGAF, Agile and ITIL environments Ability to work within highly secure environments Essential Requirement Candidates must hold active transferable DV clearance with a minimum of 12 months remaining validity. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant technology programmes within a secure environment. We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on (phone number removed) or email your CV and covering letter to . 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.
Jun 13, 2026
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ICT Solution Architect (Applications) - DV Cleared Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Rate: 650 - 701 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Long-term Contract Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required We are seeking an experienced ICT Solution Architect to support a major secure technology programme within a complex enterprise environment. This is a senior architecture-led role requiring a strong hands-on engineering background combined with excellent stakeholder and governance capabilities. You will be responsible for designing secure, resilient technical solutions across multiple projects, translating business requirements into scalable architectures, and providing oversight across engineering delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Produce ?As-Is? and ?To-Be? solution designs Lead architecture and technical governance activities Create technical documentation and architecture diagrams Support engineering delivery across multiple programmes Manage technical stakeholders and supplier relationships Identify architectural dependencies and technical risks Required Experience Strong Solution Architecture background Previous hands-on software engineering experience Expertise across: .NET / ASP.NET / .NET Core SQL Server & NoSQL technologies AWS and/or Azure Linux, networking and virtualisation Experience with TOGAF, Agile and ITIL environments Ability to work within highly secure environments Essential Requirement Candidates must hold active transferable DV clearance with a minimum of 12 months remaining validity. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant technology programmes within a secure environment. We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on (phone number removed) or email your CV and covering letter to . 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.
Software Developer - SC cleared Permanent Hybrid (willing to travel to Newcastle) Python AI BPSS We are looking for Software Developers with strong Python and AI experience to work at an early stage alongside enterprise architects and senior engineers. You will help research, design and prototype the foundations of a new service, with particular emphasis on automation, integration and intelligent workflows. You will join Peregrine who are supporting a large public sector organisation, starting an ambitious transformation programme focused on modernising how financial support services are delivered. The aim is to explore whether multiple existing approaches can be consolidated into a single, streamlined service. This work is at Alpha stage, with a strong focus on research, prototyping and proving technical and architectural options. This is a hands-on role suited to engineers who enjoy shaping solutions from first principles and working in exploratory delivery phases. The role is primarily remote, however travel to Newcastle may be required for sprint ceremonies and key workshops. Responsibilities: Engineers will contribute to research and development across: Workflow orchestration and process design Web portal options and user interaction patterns Data models and schema design Automation and AI, including AI assisted software development approaches Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Python Experience applying AI or machine learning in practical solutions Focus on automation and system integration Comfortable working in early stage, fast evolving environments (Alpha project experience) AWS Services Active BPSS, SC clearance or eligible for clearance Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrine-resourcing
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Software Developer - SC cleared Permanent Hybrid (willing to travel to Newcastle) Python AI BPSS We are looking for Software Developers with strong Python and AI experience to work at an early stage alongside enterprise architects and senior engineers. You will help research, design and prototype the foundations of a new service, with particular emphasis on automation, integration and intelligent workflows. You will join Peregrine who are supporting a large public sector organisation, starting an ambitious transformation programme focused on modernising how financial support services are delivered. The aim is to explore whether multiple existing approaches can be consolidated into a single, streamlined service. This work is at Alpha stage, with a strong focus on research, prototyping and proving technical and architectural options. This is a hands-on role suited to engineers who enjoy shaping solutions from first principles and working in exploratory delivery phases. The role is primarily remote, however travel to Newcastle may be required for sprint ceremonies and key workshops. Responsibilities: Engineers will contribute to research and development across: Workflow orchestration and process design Web portal options and user interaction patterns Data models and schema design Automation and AI, including AI assisted software development approaches Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Python Experience applying AI or machine learning in practical solutions Focus on automation and system integration Comfortable working in early stage, fast evolving environments (Alpha project experience) AWS Services Active BPSS, SC clearance or eligible for clearance Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrine-resourcing
Senior Embedded Software Engineer - SC Cleared - Up to 100k - Hampshire (Hybrid working available) I am currently recruiting for a business growing through large expansion in the UK to support a number of customers across the Aerospace & Defence industries. The company are investing in a number of senior engineers to join the business and provide the technical leadership to support various programmes within their customers. Your role will be to join the business and provide technical expertise and leadership, delivering directly with the customers and mentoring junior members of the team. Role: Senior Embedded Engineering (Tech lead) Job type: Permanent Salary: 80- 100k (+ bonus, private healthcare, pension) Location: Hampshire - Hybrid policy Skills needed: Strong embedded software development (C/C++) RTOS Experience within Space, Aerospace or Defence Current SC or DV clearance If you are interested in hearing more about this exciting opportunity please apply.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer - SC Cleared - Up to 100k - Hampshire (Hybrid working available) I am currently recruiting for a business growing through large expansion in the UK to support a number of customers across the Aerospace & Defence industries. The company are investing in a number of senior engineers to join the business and provide the technical leadership to support various programmes within their customers. Your role will be to join the business and provide technical expertise and leadership, delivering directly with the customers and mentoring junior members of the team. Role: Senior Embedded Engineering (Tech lead) Job type: Permanent Salary: 80- 100k (+ bonus, private healthcare, pension) Location: Hampshire - Hybrid policy Skills needed: Strong embedded software development (C/C++) RTOS Experience within Space, Aerospace or Defence Current SC or DV clearance If you are interested in hearing more about this exciting opportunity please apply.
Senior QA Automation / SDET Engineer (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham 6 Month Contract £400-£450/day (Outside IR35) Hands on Senior QA Automation Engineer / SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) engineer needed with both SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance , plus strong hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver . 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Birmingham . Start ASAP in May/June 2026. Hybrid Working 3 days/week remote (WFH) + 2 days/week working from the office in Birmingham with occasional travel to Croydon . A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: Key skills, experience + duties to include: Extensive hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver within complex enterprise environments. Strong understanding of Spring applications , microservices, and distributed architectures. Good understanding in PostgreSQL , including query optimisation, performance tuning, and data validation. Experience using WireMock for service virtualisation and integration isolation. Strong expertise in Performance, Load , and Stress testing using JMeter . Proven experience leading testing activities within Agile delivery teams. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tooling such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI. Ability to analyse complex systems, identify risks, and design effective test strategies. Experience with Git , Jira, Confluence , and related engineering tools. Desirable Skills: Testing microservices at scale, including contract testing approaches. containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Understanding of BDD/TDD practices and quality driven engineering.Monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Jun 13, 2026
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Senior QA Automation / SDET Engineer (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham 6 Month Contract £400-£450/day (Outside IR35) Hands on Senior QA Automation Engineer / SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) engineer needed with both SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance , plus strong hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver . 6 Month Rolling Contract based in Birmingham . Start ASAP in May/June 2026. Hybrid Working 3 days/week remote (WFH) + 2 days/week working from the office in Birmingham with occasional travel to Croydon . A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects: Key skills, experience + duties to include: Extensive hands-on experience with JUnit, Cucumber, and Selenium WebDriver within complex enterprise environments. Strong understanding of Spring applications , microservices, and distributed architectures. Good understanding in PostgreSQL , including query optimisation, performance tuning, and data validation. Experience using WireMock for service virtualisation and integration isolation. Strong expertise in Performance, Load , and Stress testing using JMeter . Proven experience leading testing activities within Agile delivery teams. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tooling such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI. Ability to analyse complex systems, identify risks, and design effective test strategies. Experience with Git , Jira, Confluence , and related engineering tools. Desirable Skills: Testing microservices at scale, including contract testing approaches. containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Understanding of BDD/TDD practices and quality driven engineering.Monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Core Applications 3rd Line Engineer / Subject Matter Expert Location: Portsmouth Duration: Until 31/12/2026 with possible extension Rate: Up to 500 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Senior Core Applications Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting our client's secure military systems, directly contributing to this mission. What you'll be doing: Managing and resolving escalated incidents on complex, secure systems, often remotely from 2nd line teams Delivering infrastructure development, testing upgrades, patches, and deploying new software solutions Owning problems and incidents, providing dependable support and solutions Contributing to exciting project work, especially if you are a subject matter expert in key technologies Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and security What you'll bring: Proven experience with SharePoint (server management, permissions, application integration) Knowledge of VMWare Horizon View VDI and vSphere virtualization Strong scripting skills, particularly PowerShell Experience with Microsoft Server 2016/2022, Hyper-V, and Exchange 2016 Familiarity with Group Policy management and Microsoft Skype Server A broad technical skill set with the ability to adapt and specialise in areas of expertise Dependability, problem ownership, and a proactive approach to support Ideal candidates will also have: Experience working within secure, military or government environments A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills Qualifications: Relevant certifications in Microsoft, VMware, or security are advantageous A background supporting secure, mission-critical systems Join our client's team and help build a safer, more sustainable future. If you're a dedicated support professional with a broad technical background and a passion for solving complex problems, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
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Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Core Applications 3rd Line Engineer / Subject Matter Expert Location: Portsmouth Duration: Until 31/12/2026 with possible extension Rate: Up to 500 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Senior Core Applications Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting our client's secure military systems, directly contributing to this mission. What you'll be doing: Managing and resolving escalated incidents on complex, secure systems, often remotely from 2nd line teams Delivering infrastructure development, testing upgrades, patches, and deploying new software solutions Owning problems and incidents, providing dependable support and solutions Contributing to exciting project work, especially if you are a subject matter expert in key technologies Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and security What you'll bring: Proven experience with SharePoint (server management, permissions, application integration) Knowledge of VMWare Horizon View VDI and vSphere virtualization Strong scripting skills, particularly PowerShell Experience with Microsoft Server 2016/2022, Hyper-V, and Exchange 2016 Familiarity with Group Policy management and Microsoft Skype Server A broad technical skill set with the ability to adapt and specialise in areas of expertise Dependability, problem ownership, and a proactive approach to support Ideal candidates will also have: Experience working within secure, military or government environments A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills Qualifications: Relevant certifications in Microsoft, VMware, or security are advantageous A background supporting secure, mission-critical systems Join our client's team and help build a safer, more sustainable future. If you're a dedicated support professional with a broad technical background and a passion for solving complex problems, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Senior Software Engineer Location: Near Winchester Salary: Up to £65,000 Clearance: Must hold SC Clearance and be eligible for DV To Apply: Email Overview A leading technology organisation within the defence and national security sector is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team near Winchester click apply for full job details
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Location: Near Winchester Salary: Up to £65,000 Clearance: Must hold SC Clearance and be eligible for DV To Apply: Email Overview A leading technology organisation within the defence and national security sector is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team near Winchester click apply for full job details
DV Cleared End User Computing Technical Lead 720 Per Day, Inside IR35 Taunton - 4 Days Per Week On-site DV Clearance Require 6 Months Contract Your new company A large Government organisation based in Taunton Your new role The EUC Technical Lead acts as the senior technical authority for all end-user computing (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals), handling escalations, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring the team while driving best practices and standards. They also lead evaluation and rollout of new EUC technologies, ensure security/compliance, identify improvement opportunities through support trend analysis, and represent EUC interests on cross-team projects. Responsibilities Advanced Support & Escalation (30%) - Senior escalation point for complex/high-impact incidents; resolves intricate issues across devices; guides engineers during major incidents. Technical Leadership & Mentoring (20%) - Coaches the team, advises on difficult cases and emerging tech, fosters a learning culture. Engineering Improvement & Automation (15%) - Analyses trends, drives automation and tooling to reduce incidents and improve service quality. Technology Evaluation & Implementation (10%) - Assesses new tools/platforms, leads technical design for rollouts aligned with standards and security. Standards, Documentation & Governance (10%) - Maintains best-practice guides, ensures compliance, supports governance/assurance. Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects (10%) - Partners with other IT teams, represents EUC in projects and change initiatives. Service Insight & Reporting (5%) - Tracks performance/risks and reports to leadership. What you'll need to succeed Directs others on technical tasks; strong written/oral communication for org-wide reports and presentations. Analyses complex business requirements and recommends solutions. Makes timely decisions weighing priorities, constraints, and available information. Tracks progress against targets and resolves exceptions. ITIL and service management best practice. EUC technology expertise (SCCM, Windows, M365, Intune, networking, file sharing, remote access). Software solution design and implementation experience. IT security awareness, particularly MOD standards/accreditation. Knowledge of industry/professional standards (programming, ISO 9000 quality processes). Understanding of testing principles, methods, and lifecycle management. Developing Self and Others: Identifies skill gaps, sets development goals, coaches/mentors team, promotes inclusion, seeks feedback for continuous improvement. Delivering at Pace: Keeps team focused on priorities, balances procedure with innovation, ensures the right resources are available, monitors progress, reprioritises under pressure What you'll get in return 720 Per Day, Inside IR35 6 Months Contract What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 12, 2026
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DV Cleared End User Computing Technical Lead 720 Per Day, Inside IR35 Taunton - 4 Days Per Week On-site DV Clearance Require 6 Months Contract Your new company A large Government organisation based in Taunton Your new role The EUC Technical Lead acts as the senior technical authority for all end-user computing (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals), handling escalations, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring the team while driving best practices and standards. They also lead evaluation and rollout of new EUC technologies, ensure security/compliance, identify improvement opportunities through support trend analysis, and represent EUC interests on cross-team projects. Responsibilities Advanced Support & Escalation (30%) - Senior escalation point for complex/high-impact incidents; resolves intricate issues across devices; guides engineers during major incidents. Technical Leadership & Mentoring (20%) - Coaches the team, advises on difficult cases and emerging tech, fosters a learning culture. Engineering Improvement & Automation (15%) - Analyses trends, drives automation and tooling to reduce incidents and improve service quality. Technology Evaluation & Implementation (10%) - Assesses new tools/platforms, leads technical design for rollouts aligned with standards and security. Standards, Documentation & Governance (10%) - Maintains best-practice guides, ensures compliance, supports governance/assurance. Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects (10%) - Partners with other IT teams, represents EUC in projects and change initiatives. Service Insight & Reporting (5%) - Tracks performance/risks and reports to leadership. What you'll need to succeed Directs others on technical tasks; strong written/oral communication for org-wide reports and presentations. Analyses complex business requirements and recommends solutions. Makes timely decisions weighing priorities, constraints, and available information. Tracks progress against targets and resolves exceptions. ITIL and service management best practice. EUC technology expertise (SCCM, Windows, M365, Intune, networking, file sharing, remote access). Software solution design and implementation experience. IT security awareness, particularly MOD standards/accreditation. Knowledge of industry/professional standards (programming, ISO 9000 quality processes). Understanding of testing principles, methods, and lifecycle management. Developing Self and Others: Identifies skill gaps, sets development goals, coaches/mentors team, promotes inclusion, seeks feedback for continuous improvement. Delivering at Pace: Keeps team focused on priorities, balances procedure with innovation, ensures the right resources are available, monitors progress, reprioritises under pressure What you'll get in return 720 Per Day, Inside IR35 6 Months Contract What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
We are supporting a major digital transformation programme within the UK Public Sector and are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Lead Software Developer with strong Node.js expertise to join a high-performing agile delivery team. This role will suit a hands-on technical lead with a passion for building secure, scalable services and leading engineering best practices within cloud-native environments. Key Responsibilities Design and develop scalable Back End services using Node.js Build and maintain REST APIs and OpenAPI specifications Develop secure, resilient and maintainable microservices Work closely with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Mentor developers and drive engineering best practices Contribute to software architecture and technical design decisions Investigate and resolve production issues Promote clean coding principles, test automation and technical excellence Support CI/CD and cloud-native deployment pipelines Essential Skills Active SC Clearance Strong commercial experience with Node.js REST API and OpenAPI development HAPI framework experience PostgreSQL MongoDB Redis Jest and unit testing frameworks Git version control Docker and Kubernetes AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms CI/CD using Azure DevOps, Jenkins or GitHub Actions Jira and Agile delivery environments Microservices architecture Secure development practices including OWASP awareness Desirable Public Sector or Government project experience ecosystem experience Experience communicating with senior stakeholders Experience leading development teams GDS or user-centred design exposure This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-running programme delivering impactful digital services at scale.
Jun 12, 2026
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We are supporting a major digital transformation programme within the UK Public Sector and are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Lead Software Developer with strong Node.js expertise to join a high-performing agile delivery team. This role will suit a hands-on technical lead with a passion for building secure, scalable services and leading engineering best practices within cloud-native environments. Key Responsibilities Design and develop scalable Back End services using Node.js Build and maintain REST APIs and OpenAPI specifications Develop secure, resilient and maintainable microservices Work closely with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Mentor developers and drive engineering best practices Contribute to software architecture and technical design decisions Investigate and resolve production issues Promote clean coding principles, test automation and technical excellence Support CI/CD and cloud-native deployment pipelines Essential Skills Active SC Clearance Strong commercial experience with Node.js REST API and OpenAPI development HAPI framework experience PostgreSQL MongoDB Redis Jest and unit testing frameworks Git version control Docker and Kubernetes AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms CI/CD using Azure DevOps, Jenkins or GitHub Actions Jira and Agile delivery environments Microservices architecture Secure development practices including OWASP awareness Desirable Public Sector or Government project experience ecosystem experience Experience communicating with senior stakeholders Experience leading development teams GDS or user-centred design exposure This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-running programme delivering impactful digital services at scale.
Are you a talented Software Engineer with active SC clearance seeking a challenging 12-month contract? Do you excel in leading development teams, delivering secure and scalable solutions, and thrive in government-focused environments? Role Join a dynamic team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining critical software solutions within a secure government setting. As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building resilient, high-quality, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards related to controlled goods and exports. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design and delivery of scalable, secure software solutions using Python and Django Translate complex user requirements into effective technical outcomes Develop and maintain high-quality, test-driven code Support live services, ensuring performance, stability, and security Collaborate closely with Business Analysts, User-Centred Designers, and fellow Developers Oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring cohesive integration across systems Drive continuous improvements in systems, processes, and best practices What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Software Engineer Strong proficiency in Python and Django Demonstrable experience delivering secure, scalable solutions in government or regulated environments Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Active SC clearance Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss this contract opportunity further
Jun 12, 2026
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Are you a talented Software Engineer with active SC clearance seeking a challenging 12-month contract? Do you excel in leading development teams, delivering secure and scalable solutions, and thrive in government-focused environments? Role Join a dynamic team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining critical software solutions within a secure government setting. As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building resilient, high-quality, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards related to controlled goods and exports. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end design and delivery of scalable, secure software solutions using Python and Django Translate complex user requirements into effective technical outcomes Develop and maintain high-quality, test-driven code Support live services, ensuring performance, stability, and security Collaborate closely with Business Analysts, User-Centred Designers, and fellow Developers Oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring cohesive integration across systems Drive continuous improvements in systems, processes, and best practices What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Software Engineer Strong proficiency in Python and Django Demonstrable experience delivering secure, scalable solutions in government or regulated environments Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Active SC clearance Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss this contract opportunity further
DV Cleared End User Computing Technical Lead £720 Per Day, Inside IR35 Taunton - 4 Days Per Week On-site DV Clearance Require 6 months Contract Your new company A large Government organisation based in Taunton Your new role The EUC Technical Lead acts as the senior technical authority for all end-user computing (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals), handling escalations, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring the team while driving best practices and standards. They also lead evaluation and rollout of new EUC technologies, ensure security/compliance, identify improvement opportunities through support trend analysis, and represent EUC interests on cross-team projects. Responsibilities Advanced Support & Escalation (30%) - Senior escalation point for complex/high-impact incidents; resolves intricate issues across devices; guides engineers during major incidents. Technical Leadership & Mentoring (20%) - Coaches the team, advises on difficult cases and emerging tech, fosters a learning culture. Engineering Improvement & Automation (15%) - Analyses trends, drives automation and tooling to reduce incidents and improve service quality. Technology Evaluation & Implementation (10%) - Assesses new tools/platforms, leads technical design for rollouts aligned with standards and security. Standards, Documentation & Governance (10%) - Maintains best-practice guides, ensures compliance, supports governance/assurance. Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects (10%) - Partners with other IT teams, represents EUC in projects and change initiatives. Service Insight & Reporting (5%) - Tracks performance/risks and reports to leadership. What you'll need to succeed Directs others on technical tasks; strong written/oral communication for org-wide reports and presentations. Analyses complex business requirements and recommends solutions. Makes timely decisions weighing priorities, constraints, and available information. Tracks progress against targets and resolves exceptions. ITIL and service management best practice. EUC technology expertise (SCCM, Windows, M365, Intune, networking, file sharing, remote access). Software solution design and implementation experience. IT security awareness, particularly MOD standards/accreditation. Knowledge of industry/professional standards (programming, ISO 9000 quality processes). Understanding of testing principles, methods, and life cycle management. Developing Self and Others: Identifies skill gaps, sets development goals, coaches/mentors team, promotes inclusion, seeks feedback for continuous improvement. Delivering at Pace: Keeps team focused on priorities, balances procedure with innovation, ensures the right resources are available, monitors progress, reprioritises under pressure What you'll get in return £720 Per Day, Inside IR35 6 months Contract 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Jun 12, 2026
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DV Cleared End User Computing Technical Lead £720 Per Day, Inside IR35 Taunton - 4 Days Per Week On-site DV Clearance Require 6 months Contract Your new company A large Government organisation based in Taunton Your new role The EUC Technical Lead acts as the senior technical authority for all end-user computing (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals), handling escalations, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring the team while driving best practices and standards. They also lead evaluation and rollout of new EUC technologies, ensure security/compliance, identify improvement opportunities through support trend analysis, and represent EUC interests on cross-team projects. Responsibilities Advanced Support & Escalation (30%) - Senior escalation point for complex/high-impact incidents; resolves intricate issues across devices; guides engineers during major incidents. Technical Leadership & Mentoring (20%) - Coaches the team, advises on difficult cases and emerging tech, fosters a learning culture. Engineering Improvement & Automation (15%) - Analyses trends, drives automation and tooling to reduce incidents and improve service quality. Technology Evaluation & Implementation (10%) - Assesses new tools/platforms, leads technical design for rollouts aligned with standards and security. Standards, Documentation & Governance (10%) - Maintains best-practice guides, ensures compliance, supports governance/assurance. Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects (10%) - Partners with other IT teams, represents EUC in projects and change initiatives. Service Insight & Reporting (5%) - Tracks performance/risks and reports to leadership. What you'll need to succeed Directs others on technical tasks; strong written/oral communication for org-wide reports and presentations. Analyses complex business requirements and recommends solutions. Makes timely decisions weighing priorities, constraints, and available information. Tracks progress against targets and resolves exceptions. ITIL and service management best practice. EUC technology expertise (SCCM, Windows, M365, Intune, networking, file sharing, remote access). Software solution design and implementation experience. IT security awareness, particularly MOD standards/accreditation. Knowledge of industry/professional standards (programming, ISO 9000 quality processes). Understanding of testing principles, methods, and life cycle management. Developing Self and Others: Identifies skill gaps, sets development goals, coaches/mentors team, promotes inclusion, seeks feedback for continuous improvement. Delivering at Pace: Keeps team focused on priorities, balances procedure with innovation, ensures the right resources are available, monitors progress, reprioritises under pressure What you'll get in return £720 Per Day, Inside IR35 6 months Contract 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect delivers innovative digital solutions that help organisations modernise services, improve user experiences, and accelerate transformation through agile delivery and engineering excellence. Role Overview We are seeking Software Engineers and Senior Software Engineers to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an agile environment. Senior Software Engineers will also provide technical leadership, guide engineering standards, and support architecture and design decisions across programmes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain software applications and services. Build and integrate secure APIs and Back End services. Participate in solution design and technical discussions. Implement robust, scalable, and maintainable code. Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineers. Support testing, deployment, and operational activities. Follow secure software development and DevOps practices. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Additional Responsibilities for Senior Software Engineers Lead technical design and architecture discussions. Establish engineering standards and development practices. Conduct peer reviews and mentor junior engineers. Coordinate technical dependencies across teams. Support technical planning and delivery governance. Drive improvements in system reliability, scalability, and performance. Essential Skills & Experience Experience with modern software development languages and frameworks. Strong understanding of API development and integration patterns. Knowledge of software design principles and engineering best practices. Experience working in agile delivery environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Senior-Level Experience Experience designing large-scale software solutions. Strong understanding of system architecture and data modelling. Experience working with high-volume production systems. Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead technical initiatives. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 & 5 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect delivers innovative digital solutions that help organisations modernise services, improve user experiences, and accelerate transformation through agile delivery and engineering excellence. Role Overview We are seeking Software Engineers and Senior Software Engineers to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an agile environment. Senior Software Engineers will also provide technical leadership, guide engineering standards, and support architecture and design decisions across programmes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain software applications and services. Build and integrate secure APIs and Back End services. Participate in solution design and technical discussions. Implement robust, scalable, and maintainable code. Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineers. Support testing, deployment, and operational activities. Follow secure software development and DevOps practices. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Additional Responsibilities for Senior Software Engineers Lead technical design and architecture discussions. Establish engineering standards and development practices. Conduct peer reviews and mentor junior engineers. Coordinate technical dependencies across teams. Support technical planning and delivery governance. Drive improvements in system reliability, scalability, and performance. Essential Skills & Experience Experience with modern software development languages and frameworks. Strong understanding of API development and integration patterns. Knowledge of software design principles and engineering best practices. Experience working in agile delivery environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Senior-Level Experience Experience designing large-scale software solutions. Strong understanding of system architecture and data modelling. Experience working with high-volume production systems. Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead technical initiatives. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 & 5 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading digital transformation consultancy helping public and private sector organisations deliver innovative, user-centred digital services. We combine agile delivery, modern engineering practices, and deep domain expertise to create solutions that improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively across multidisciplinary environments, supporting large-scale transformation programmes and enterprise initiatives. Role Overview We are seeking Frontend Engineers and Senior Frontend Engineers to design, build, and maintain modern digital services that are accessible, scalable, and user-focused. Working within multidisciplinary agile teams, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, architects, and engineers to deliver high-quality solutions. Senior Frontend Engineers will additionally provide technical leadership, mentor team members, and help establish Front End engineering standards and best practices across multiple teams. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain responsive, accessible, and scalable web applications. Build reusable components and modern Front End architectures. Collaborate with designers and product teams to deliver user-centred solutions. Ensure applications meet performance, accessibility, and security standards. Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. Support continuous integration and continuous delivery practices. Work effectively within agile delivery teams. Additional Responsibilities for Senior Frontend Engineers Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers. Drive Front End engineering standards and governance. Lead technical design discussions and architecture decisions. Promote component-driven development and reusable design patterns. Support delivery planning and technical roadmap activities. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience with modern Front End development frameworks and architectures. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Experience building responsive and accessible web applications. Understanding of Front End performance optimisation techniques. Experience working within agile software delivery environments. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Senior-Level Experience Extensive experience delivering complex Front End solutions. Proven experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives. Experience defining engineering standards and Front End strategy. Ability to influence technical decisions across multiple teams. Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 & 5 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading digital transformation consultancy helping public and private sector organisations deliver innovative, user-centred digital services. We combine agile delivery, modern engineering practices, and deep domain expertise to create solutions that improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively across multidisciplinary environments, supporting large-scale transformation programmes and enterprise initiatives. Role Overview We are seeking Frontend Engineers and Senior Frontend Engineers to design, build, and maintain modern digital services that are accessible, scalable, and user-focused. Working within multidisciplinary agile teams, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, architects, and engineers to deliver high-quality solutions. Senior Frontend Engineers will additionally provide technical leadership, mentor team members, and help establish Front End engineering standards and best practices across multiple teams. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain responsive, accessible, and scalable web applications. Build reusable components and modern Front End architectures. Collaborate with designers and product teams to deliver user-centred solutions. Ensure applications meet performance, accessibility, and security standards. Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. Support continuous integration and continuous delivery practices. Work effectively within agile delivery teams. Additional Responsibilities for Senior Frontend Engineers Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers. Drive Front End engineering standards and governance. Lead technical design discussions and architecture decisions. Promote component-driven development and reusable design patterns. Support delivery planning and technical roadmap activities. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience with modern Front End development frameworks and architectures. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Experience building responsive and accessible web applications. Understanding of Front End performance optimisation techniques. Experience working within agile software delivery environments. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Senior-Level Experience Extensive experience delivering complex Front End solutions. Proven experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives. Experience defining engineering standards and Front End strategy. Ability to influence technical decisions across multiple teams. Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 & 5 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a trusted digital consultancy delivering large-scale transformation programmes through agile methodologies, engineering excellence, and quality-first delivery practices. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior QAT Engineer (SFIA Level 5) to lead quality assurance activities across complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for defining testing strategies, driving automation excellence, mentoring QAT engineers, and ensuring quality standards are Embedded across multiple delivery teams. This role requires strong technical expertise combined with leadership capabilities to influence quality practices at programme level. Key Responsibilities Define and implement end-to-end testing strategies and quality frameworks. Design, develop, and maintain complex automated testing solutions. Lead test planning, execution, and reporting activities across multiple teams. Manage test environments and support release assurance processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing and automation practices. Mentor and support QAT engineers and promote best practices. Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product teams to ensure quality is Embedded throughout delivery. Provide technical leadership on testing approaches, tooling, and quality governance. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience in software testing and quality assurance leadership. Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js. Experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience developing and executing enterprise-scale test strategies. Ability to lead technical discussions and influence quality standards. Experience mentoring and supporting engineering teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Additional Information SFIA Level: 5 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a trusted digital consultancy delivering large-scale transformation programmes through agile methodologies, engineering excellence, and quality-first delivery practices. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior QAT Engineer (SFIA Level 5) to lead quality assurance activities across complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for defining testing strategies, driving automation excellence, mentoring QAT engineers, and ensuring quality standards are Embedded across multiple delivery teams. This role requires strong technical expertise combined with leadership capabilities to influence quality practices at programme level. Key Responsibilities Define and implement end-to-end testing strategies and quality frameworks. Design, develop, and maintain complex automated testing solutions. Lead test planning, execution, and reporting activities across multiple teams. Manage test environments and support release assurance processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing and automation practices. Mentor and support QAT engineers and promote best practices. Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product teams to ensure quality is Embedded throughout delivery. Provide technical leadership on testing approaches, tooling, and quality governance. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience in software testing and quality assurance leadership. Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js. Experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience developing and executing enterprise-scale test strategies. Ability to lead technical discussions and influence quality standards. Experience mentoring and supporting engineering teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Additional Information SFIA Level: 5 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Senior C++ Engineers 3x Positions available Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week £70,000 to £85,000 per annum Immediate Start - 3 month notice periods are ok however I am working on behalf of a National Security client based out of Cheltenham who are looking for THREE Senior C++ Engineers to join them on a Permanent basis. We're looking for a C++ Engineer who has led end-end projects and enjoys solving complex technical problems in areas like software defined radio. The role would suit someone open to some pythons for tooling, automation, or testing alongside core C++ development. If you are currently working in Security, Defence or Financial Services this would be a big bonus for the client. The client is really looking to just hire the right Engineers for this one so are happy to wait, so even if you have a 3 Month notice period that's not as issue. Again, this role will be based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week and you must be SC Cleared or SC Clearable to be considered. If you're interested, please do respond with your updated CV as I will be calling through applicants in order of receipt Senior C++ Engineers 3x Positions available Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week £70,000 to £85,000 per annum Immediate Start - 3 month notice periods are ok however
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Senior C++ Engineers 3x Positions available Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week £70,000 to £85,000 per annum Immediate Start - 3 month notice periods are ok however I am working on behalf of a National Security client based out of Cheltenham who are looking for THREE Senior C++ Engineers to join them on a Permanent basis. We're looking for a C++ Engineer who has led end-end projects and enjoys solving complex technical problems in areas like software defined radio. The role would suit someone open to some pythons for tooling, automation, or testing alongside core C++ development. If you are currently working in Security, Defence or Financial Services this would be a big bonus for the client. The client is really looking to just hire the right Engineers for this one so are happy to wait, so even if you have a 3 Month notice period that's not as issue. Again, this role will be based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week and you must be SC Cleared or SC Clearable to be considered. If you're interested, please do respond with your updated CV as I will be calling through applicants in order of receipt Senior C++ Engineers 3x Positions available Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week £70,000 to £85,000 per annum Immediate Start - 3 month notice periods are ok however
Python Engineer Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week (Can do condensed hours) £65,000 to £85,000 DOE Immediate Start (Ideally within the next two weeks) Must be willing to go through SC and DV Clearance I am working on behalf of a National Security client based out of Cheltenham who are looking for a Senior Python Engineers to join them on a Permanent basis. We're looking for a Python Engineer who has led end-end projects and enjoys solving complex technical problems in areas like software defined radio. The role would suit someone open to working with C/C++ alongside core Python development. If you are currently working in Security, Defence or Financial Services this would be a big bonus for the client. Again, this role will be based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week and you must be SC Cleared to be considered. If you're interested, please do respond with your updated CV as I will be calling through applicants in order of receipt Python Engineer Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week (Can do condensed hours) £65,000 to £85,000 DOE Immediate Start (Ideally within the next two weeks) Must be willing to go through SC and DV Clearance
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Python Engineer Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week (Can do condensed hours) £65,000 to £85,000 DOE Immediate Start (Ideally within the next two weeks) Must be willing to go through SC and DV Clearance I am working on behalf of a National Security client based out of Cheltenham who are looking for a Senior Python Engineers to join them on a Permanent basis. We're looking for a Python Engineer who has led end-end projects and enjoys solving complex technical problems in areas like software defined radio. The role would suit someone open to working with C/C++ alongside core Python development. If you are currently working in Security, Defence or Financial Services this would be a big bonus for the client. Again, this role will be based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week and you must be SC Cleared to be considered. If you're interested, please do respond with your updated CV as I will be calling through applicants in order of receipt Python Engineer Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week (Can do condensed hours) £65,000 to £85,000 DOE Immediate Start (Ideally within the next two weeks) Must be willing to go through SC and DV Clearance
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Christchurch, Dorset
Senior Human Factors Engineer - SC cleared We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer to join a high-profile defence engineering programme based onsite in Christchurch. +6 Month Contract +Christchurch (Onsite) +SC Clearance required Rate: 550 - 600 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Role As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering Human Factors Integration support across complex engineering and safety-critical programmes. Key responsibilities include: Providing Human Factors Integration support across product and process design Tailoring and estimating Human Factors activities Capturing and managing requirements, risks, and opportunities Delivering design guidance, testing, evaluation, and acceptance support Planning and conducting quantitative and qualitative Human Factors assessments including: Human error analysis Workload assessment Situation awareness Ergonomic analysis Usability evaluation Advising on the design and usability of hardware and software systems Identifying and implementing modern Human Factors best practices and methodologies Managing the scope and execution of Human Factors activities throughout the project lifecycle Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified (Bachelor's or Master's) in: Human Factors Ergonomics Psychology Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline Registered member of the Chartered Institute of Human Factors (or Technical Member working towards registration within 12 months) Minimum 5 years' experience applying Human Factors methods within defence or other safety-critical industries Strong experience conducting Human Factors assessments and usability activities If you'd like to discuss this Human Factors Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Jun 10, 2026
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Senior Human Factors Engineer - SC cleared We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer to join a high-profile defence engineering programme based onsite in Christchurch. +6 Month Contract +Christchurch (Onsite) +SC Clearance required Rate: 550 - 600 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Role As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering Human Factors Integration support across complex engineering and safety-critical programmes. Key responsibilities include: Providing Human Factors Integration support across product and process design Tailoring and estimating Human Factors activities Capturing and managing requirements, risks, and opportunities Delivering design guidance, testing, evaluation, and acceptance support Planning and conducting quantitative and qualitative Human Factors assessments including: Human error analysis Workload assessment Situation awareness Ergonomic analysis Usability evaluation Advising on the design and usability of hardware and software systems Identifying and implementing modern Human Factors best practices and methodologies Managing the scope and execution of Human Factors activities throughout the project lifecycle Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified (Bachelor's or Master's) in: Human Factors Ergonomics Psychology Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline Registered member of the Chartered Institute of Human Factors (or Technical Member working towards registration within 12 months) Minimum 5 years' experience applying Human Factors methods within defence or other safety-critical industries Strong experience conducting Human Factors assessments and usability activities If you'd like to discuss this Human Factors Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Job Title: Product Owner Experience level: Consultancy Charge rate: 760 per day INSIDE Clearance required: SC Cleared Location: Remote with some occasional travel to workshops Key Responsibilities: Working directly with infrastructure users to understand their technical needs - scoping, refining and validating their requirements ahead of iterative delivery. Co-ordination of Discovery activities to establish solutions to user requirements, seeing through Alpha, Beta phases, into Live service. Ownership of your team's product backlog, in alignment with the wider programme plan, monthly objectives, platform workstreams, priorities and managed user expectations. Build strong relationships with user stakeholders and team members, including senior leadership, policy teams, and external partners. Managing user expectations and coaching them on best product practice Collaborative leadership within a cross-functional team, including Delivery Managers, Tech Leads, Business Analysts and Engineers, delivering functionality iteratively using Agile methodologies. Drive continuous improvement by supporting the release of functionality, analysing user feedback, overseeing quality assurance practices for the tribe. Conduct or support user research and analysis to identify pain points and implementing data-driven optimisations at suitable opportunities. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and track product performance to measure success and identify areas for improvement. Essential Skills and Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner in a complex, regulated environment, preferably within the public sector. Experience working with Platform Infrastructure (AWS) components as product propositions and solutions. Proven experience managing user stakeholders in a milestone driven environment. Deep understanding of software product methodologies such as agile, DevOps, kanban, as well as design approaches such as user-centred design and GDS framework. Ability to influence and coach at all levels. Confidence in managing expectations and decision-making on prioritisation. Competency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence toolsets. Familiarity with addressing complex challenges and business needs through tailored approaches. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Knowledge of government policies, regulations, and digital standards. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 10, 2026
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Job Title: Product Owner Experience level: Consultancy Charge rate: 760 per day INSIDE Clearance required: SC Cleared Location: Remote with some occasional travel to workshops Key Responsibilities: Working directly with infrastructure users to understand their technical needs - scoping, refining and validating their requirements ahead of iterative delivery. Co-ordination of Discovery activities to establish solutions to user requirements, seeing through Alpha, Beta phases, into Live service. Ownership of your team's product backlog, in alignment with the wider programme plan, monthly objectives, platform workstreams, priorities and managed user expectations. Build strong relationships with user stakeholders and team members, including senior leadership, policy teams, and external partners. Managing user expectations and coaching them on best product practice Collaborative leadership within a cross-functional team, including Delivery Managers, Tech Leads, Business Analysts and Engineers, delivering functionality iteratively using Agile methodologies. Drive continuous improvement by supporting the release of functionality, analysing user feedback, overseeing quality assurance practices for the tribe. Conduct or support user research and analysis to identify pain points and implementing data-driven optimisations at suitable opportunities. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and track product performance to measure success and identify areas for improvement. Essential Skills and Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner in a complex, regulated environment, preferably within the public sector. Experience working with Platform Infrastructure (AWS) components as product propositions and solutions. Proven experience managing user stakeholders in a milestone driven environment. Deep understanding of software product methodologies such as agile, DevOps, kanban, as well as design approaches such as user-centred design and GDS framework. Ability to influence and coach at all levels. Confidence in managing expectations and decision-making on prioritisation. Competency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence toolsets. Familiarity with addressing complex challenges and business needs through tailored approaches. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Knowledge of government policies, regulations, and digital standards. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Senior Human Factors Engineer - Contract Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer to join a high-profile defence engineering programme based onsite in Christchurch. Contract Details Duration: 6 Month Contract Location: Christchurch (Onsite) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Rate: £700 - £800 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Role As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering Human Factors Integration support across complex engineering and safety-critical programmes. Key responsibilities include: Providing Human Factors Integration support across product and process design Tailoring and estimating Human Factors activities Capturing and managing requirements, risks, and opportunities Delivering design guidance, testing, evaluation, and acceptance support Planning and conducting quantitative and qualitative Human Factors assessments including: Human error analysis Workload assessment Situation awareness Ergonomic analysis Usability evaluation Advising on the design and usability of hardware and software systems Identifying and implementing modern Human Factors best practices and methodologies Managing the scope and execution of Human Factors activities throughout the project life cycle Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified (Bachelor's or Master's) in: Human Factors Ergonomics Psychology Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline Registered member of the Chartered Institute of Human Factors (or Technical Member working towards registration within 12 months) Minimum 5 years' experience applying Human Factors methods within defence or other safety-critical industries Strong experience conducting Human Factors assessments and usability activities Desirable Experience Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams on complex systems integration programmes Familiarity with Defence Human Factors standards such as: Def Stan 00-251 MIL-STD-1472 Understanding of engineering life cycle and development processes Broad knowledge of Human Factors methodologies supporting safety assessments If you are an SC Cleared Human Factors professional looking for your next contract opportunity in a challenging and highly regulated environment, we would like to hear from you.
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Senior Human Factors Engineer - Contract Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer to join a high-profile defence engineering programme based onsite in Christchurch. Contract Details Duration: 6 Month Contract Location: Christchurch (Onsite) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Rate: £700 - £800 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Role As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering Human Factors Integration support across complex engineering and safety-critical programmes. Key responsibilities include: Providing Human Factors Integration support across product and process design Tailoring and estimating Human Factors activities Capturing and managing requirements, risks, and opportunities Delivering design guidance, testing, evaluation, and acceptance support Planning and conducting quantitative and qualitative Human Factors assessments including: Human error analysis Workload assessment Situation awareness Ergonomic analysis Usability evaluation Advising on the design and usability of hardware and software systems Identifying and implementing modern Human Factors best practices and methodologies Managing the scope and execution of Human Factors activities throughout the project life cycle Essential Skills & Experience Degree qualified (Bachelor's or Master's) in: Human Factors Ergonomics Psychology Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline Registered member of the Chartered Institute of Human Factors (or Technical Member working towards registration within 12 months) Minimum 5 years' experience applying Human Factors methods within defence or other safety-critical industries Strong experience conducting Human Factors assessments and usability activities Desirable Experience Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams on complex systems integration programmes Familiarity with Defence Human Factors standards such as: Def Stan 00-251 MIL-STD-1472 Understanding of engineering life cycle and development processes Broad knowledge of Human Factors methodologies supporting safety assessments If you are an SC Cleared Human Factors professional looking for your next contract opportunity in a challenging and highly regulated environment, we would like to hear from you.
Product Owner Rate 782 Clearance required: SC Cleared + NPPV3 Location: Remote with some occasional travel to workshops but every few months Key Responsibilities: Working directly with infrastructure users to understand their technical needs - scoping, refining and validating their requirements ahead of iterative delivery. Co-ordination of Discovery activities to establish solutions to user requirements, seeing through Alpha, Beta phases, into Live service. Ownership of your team's product backlog, in alignment with wider program plan, monthly objectives, platform workstreams, priorities and managed user expectations. Build strong relationships with user stakeholders and team members, including senior leadership, policy teams, and external partners. Managing user expectations and coaching them on best product practice Collaborative leadership within a cross-functional team, including Delivery Managers, Tech Leads, Business Analysts and Engineers, delivering functionality iteratively using Agile methodologies. Drive continuous improvement by supporting the release of functionality, analysing user feedback, overseeing quality assurance practices for the tribe. Conduct or support user research and analysis to identify pain points and implementing data-driven optimisations at suitable opportunities. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and track product performance to measure success and identify areas for improvement. Essential Skills and Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner in a complex, regulated environment, preferably within the public sector. Experience working with Platform Infrastructure (AWS) components as product propositions and solutions. Proven experience managing user stakeholders in a milestone driven environment. Deep understanding of software product methodologies such as agile, DevOps, kanban, as well as design approaches such as user-centered design and GDS framework. Ability to influence and coach at all levels. Confidence in managing expectations and decision-making on prioritization. Competency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence toolsets. Familiarity with addressing complex challenges and business needs through tailored approaches. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Knowledge of government policies, regulations, and digital standards. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.' If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Product Owner Rate 782 Clearance required: SC Cleared + NPPV3 Location: Remote with some occasional travel to workshops but every few months Key Responsibilities: Working directly with infrastructure users to understand their technical needs - scoping, refining and validating their requirements ahead of iterative delivery. Co-ordination of Discovery activities to establish solutions to user requirements, seeing through Alpha, Beta phases, into Live service. Ownership of your team's product backlog, in alignment with wider program plan, monthly objectives, platform workstreams, priorities and managed user expectations. Build strong relationships with user stakeholders and team members, including senior leadership, policy teams, and external partners. Managing user expectations and coaching them on best product practice Collaborative leadership within a cross-functional team, including Delivery Managers, Tech Leads, Business Analysts and Engineers, delivering functionality iteratively using Agile methodologies. Drive continuous improvement by supporting the release of functionality, analysing user feedback, overseeing quality assurance practices for the tribe. Conduct or support user research and analysis to identify pain points and implementing data-driven optimisations at suitable opportunities. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and track product performance to measure success and identify areas for improvement. Essential Skills and Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner in a complex, regulated environment, preferably within the public sector. Experience working with Platform Infrastructure (AWS) components as product propositions and solutions. Proven experience managing user stakeholders in a milestone driven environment. Deep understanding of software product methodologies such as agile, DevOps, kanban, as well as design approaches such as user-centered design and GDS framework. Ability to influence and coach at all levels. Confidence in managing expectations and decision-making on prioritization. Competency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence toolsets. Familiarity with addressing complex challenges and business needs through tailored approaches. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Knowledge of government policies, regulations, and digital standards. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.' If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Are you a 3rd Line End User Computing, Windows 11 Desktop Engineer, with current SC clearance? Our client is a specialist End User Compute (EUC) IT services provider, modernising secure digital workplaces for high-profile UK Central Government departments. In this role you will be part of a team of specialist Senior Windows End User Computing Engineers, delivering 3rd line support for Windows 11 environments, leading on OS updates, software deployments, security updates, and tooling optimisation Core responsibilities include: SME for Windows desktop environments, providing expert 3rd line and escalation support. Lead on OS patching, security updates, and software deployments using SCCM, Intune and/or Workspace ONE. Contribute to major projects (UEM deployments, cyber security integrations, and hardware refreshes). Collaboration with Service Desk and 2nd line teams, ensuring effective knowledge transfer. Identify service gaps, automate processes, and improve tooling for scalability, compliance, and user experience. Apply Zero Trust principles in all engineering activity, ensuring compliance with SC-cleared standards and ISO/IEC 27001. Skills sought with Advanced Windows 10 and 11 in enterprise scale environments. SCCM, Microsoft Intune or Omnissa Workspace ONE. PowerShell Scripting for automation and secure administration. Strong background in Microsoft enterprise products and endpoint security. Demonstrable experience leading enterprise-scale projects (migrations, UEM deployments, hardware refreshes). Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues independently. Please note it is essential that you have current SC clearance. Apply now to progress!
Oct 07, 2025
Contractor
Are you a 3rd Line End User Computing, Windows 11 Desktop Engineer, with current SC clearance? Our client is a specialist End User Compute (EUC) IT services provider, modernising secure digital workplaces for high-profile UK Central Government departments. In this role you will be part of a team of specialist Senior Windows End User Computing Engineers, delivering 3rd line support for Windows 11 environments, leading on OS updates, software deployments, security updates, and tooling optimisation Core responsibilities include: SME for Windows desktop environments, providing expert 3rd line and escalation support. Lead on OS patching, security updates, and software deployments using SCCM, Intune and/or Workspace ONE. Contribute to major projects (UEM deployments, cyber security integrations, and hardware refreshes). Collaboration with Service Desk and 2nd line teams, ensuring effective knowledge transfer. Identify service gaps, automate processes, and improve tooling for scalability, compliance, and user experience. Apply Zero Trust principles in all engineering activity, ensuring compliance with SC-cleared standards and ISO/IEC 27001. Skills sought with Advanced Windows 10 and 11 in enterprise scale environments. SCCM, Microsoft Intune or Omnissa Workspace ONE. PowerShell Scripting for automation and secure administration. Strong background in Microsoft enterprise products and endpoint security. Demonstrable experience leading enterprise-scale projects (migrations, UEM deployments, hardware refreshes). Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues independently. Please note it is essential that you have current SC clearance. Apply now to progress!
