MERITUS are recruiting for a Technical Architect to join our client on a permanent basis, supporting the evolution of complex scientific and data-driven platforms within a highly advanced Central Government environment. TECHNICAL ARCHITECT - DIDCOT - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - 850 PER DAY (INSID IR35) - CENTRAL GOVERNMENT / SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGY As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for reviewing and evolving an existing service-oriented architecture, helping define the next generation of scalable, resilient, and maintainable systems. You will work closely with engineering and delivery teams to establish architectural standards, improve integration patterns, and support the implementation of modern distributed technologies across complex environments. This role would suit an experienced architect with strong experience in enterprise architecture, microservices, messaging systems, API strategy, distributed data flows, and Java-based platforms. Key Responsibilities: Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing architecture, identifying strengths, technical debt, architectural risks, and opportunities for improvement. Assess current service-oriented architecture implementations, including core services, interfaces, and deployment models. Define and document scalable architectural solutions supporting long-term operational resilience, maintainability, and adaptability. Evaluate the use of message bus technologies and event-driven architecture patterns across distributed systems. Analyse and document complex system-wide data flows, including real-time data, metadata, configuration data, and processed experimental data. Assess the suitability of Graph-based API layers and integration models, including GraphQL and federated graph approaches where appropriate. Produce high-level and low-level architectural documentation, diagrams, standards, and technical roadmaps. Define architectural standards for APIs, messaging frameworks, configuration management, and data models. Support the development of hybrid solutions integrating modern services with existing Java-based applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary development teams to ensure alignment with architectural strategy and best practice. Provide technical leadership and governance across software engineering and integration activities. Support incremental delivery approaches and continuous improvement initiatives. Review software requirements and ensure technical architecture supports future deployment and scalability needs. Drive best practice around service testing, integration testing, test data management, and service lifecycle management. Document key architectural decisions, technical trade-offs, and implementation rationale. Skills & Experience: Proven experience working as a Technical Architect within complex enterprise, government, scientific, defence, or highly regulated environments. Strong background in service-oriented architecture (SOA), distributed systems, and microservices architecture. Experience designing and governing large-scale API and integration strategies. Strong understanding of messaging technologies, message brokers, and event-driven architectures. Experience with GraphQL, graph-based architectures, or alternative API gateway and integration approaches. Strong understanding of real-time data flows, data processing pipelines, and distributed data management. Experience working with Java-based enterprise applications and hybrid legacy-modern integration. Knowledge of cloud-native architecture principles and modern deployment methodologies. Experience producing detailed architectural documentation, standards, and technical governance artefacts. Strong understanding of non-functional requirements including resilience, scalability, reliability, determinism, and maintainability. Experience working within Agile software delivery environments. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Experience supporting continuous delivery, DevOps practices, and automated testing strategies. Ability to provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Knowledge of secure system design and regulated environments. Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for this Technical Architect opportunity, then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. For further information, please contact the MERITUS team today.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
MERITUS are recruiting for a Technical Architect to join our client on a permanent basis, supporting the evolution of complex scientific and data-driven platforms within a highly advanced Central Government environment. TECHNICAL ARCHITECT - DIDCOT - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - 850 PER DAY (INSID IR35) - CENTRAL GOVERNMENT / SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGY As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for reviewing and evolving an existing service-oriented architecture, helping define the next generation of scalable, resilient, and maintainable systems. You will work closely with engineering and delivery teams to establish architectural standards, improve integration patterns, and support the implementation of modern distributed technologies across complex environments. This role would suit an experienced architect with strong experience in enterprise architecture, microservices, messaging systems, API strategy, distributed data flows, and Java-based platforms. Key Responsibilities: Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing architecture, identifying strengths, technical debt, architectural risks, and opportunities for improvement. Assess current service-oriented architecture implementations, including core services, interfaces, and deployment models. Define and document scalable architectural solutions supporting long-term operational resilience, maintainability, and adaptability. Evaluate the use of message bus technologies and event-driven architecture patterns across distributed systems. Analyse and document complex system-wide data flows, including real-time data, metadata, configuration data, and processed experimental data. Assess the suitability of Graph-based API layers and integration models, including GraphQL and federated graph approaches where appropriate. Produce high-level and low-level architectural documentation, diagrams, standards, and technical roadmaps. Define architectural standards for APIs, messaging frameworks, configuration management, and data models. Support the development of hybrid solutions integrating modern services with existing Java-based applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary development teams to ensure alignment with architectural strategy and best practice. Provide technical leadership and governance across software engineering and integration activities. Support incremental delivery approaches and continuous improvement initiatives. Review software requirements and ensure technical architecture supports future deployment and scalability needs. Drive best practice around service testing, integration testing, test data management, and service lifecycle management. Document key architectural decisions, technical trade-offs, and implementation rationale. Skills & Experience: Proven experience working as a Technical Architect within complex enterprise, government, scientific, defence, or highly regulated environments. Strong background in service-oriented architecture (SOA), distributed systems, and microservices architecture. Experience designing and governing large-scale API and integration strategies. Strong understanding of messaging technologies, message brokers, and event-driven architectures. Experience with GraphQL, graph-based architectures, or alternative API gateway and integration approaches. Strong understanding of real-time data flows, data processing pipelines, and distributed data management. Experience working with Java-based enterprise applications and hybrid legacy-modern integration. Knowledge of cloud-native architecture principles and modern deployment methodologies. Experience producing detailed architectural documentation, standards, and technical governance artefacts. Strong understanding of non-functional requirements including resilience, scalability, reliability, determinism, and maintainability. Experience working within Agile software delivery environments. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Experience supporting continuous delivery, DevOps practices, and automated testing strategies. Ability to provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Knowledge of secure system design and regulated environments. Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for this Technical Architect opportunity, then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. For further information, please contact the MERITUS team today.
Randstad Technologies Recruitment
Burgess Hill, Sussex
We are seeking a talented Java Backend Engineer to join a dynamic team. This role is focused on building high-performance, scalable software within a distributed enterprise environment. Location: Burgess Hill, UK (On-site 3 days per week is mandatory) Employment Type: Permanent / FTE The Role You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle-from design and debugging to deployment and monitoring. You will be responsible for building world-class applications that meet the needs of high-transaction business and customer-facing environments. Key Responsibilities Develop & Scale: Build high-quality software using distributed enterprise frameworks and scale applications based on demand. Review & Debug: Participate in code and test reviews; identify and remediate code defects. DevOps Integration: Enable and automate deployments across test, integration, and production environments using CI/CD tools. Monitoring: Support the monitoring of software health in production using tools like Splunk and Grafana. Technical Requirements Core Java: Minimum 5 years of professional experience, specifically with Java 8+ (Java 11 or 17 preferred). Frameworks: Strong expertise in Spring Boot and Microservices architecture. Messaging: Proven experience with Kafka and its integrations. Databases: Proficiency in both SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Couchbase, Cassandra). Architecture: Experience with Event-driven Microservices and high-availability distributed systems. Tools: Familiarity with Git, Jenkins, Splunk/Kibana, and JUnit. Nice to Have Experience with GoLang . Knowledge of Reactive Programming (e.g., Vert.x). Testing frameworks like Cucumber (BDD) or JMeter . Familiarity with Cloud computing and Infrastructure-as-Code. Education & Qualifications University Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Experience working in an Agile environment. Relevant technical certifications are a plus. Note: This position requires a presence in the Burgess Hill office 3 days per week . Please only apply if you are local or able to commit to this travel schedule. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a talented Java Backend Engineer to join a dynamic team. This role is focused on building high-performance, scalable software within a distributed enterprise environment. Location: Burgess Hill, UK (On-site 3 days per week is mandatory) Employment Type: Permanent / FTE The Role You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle-from design and debugging to deployment and monitoring. You will be responsible for building world-class applications that meet the needs of high-transaction business and customer-facing environments. Key Responsibilities Develop & Scale: Build high-quality software using distributed enterprise frameworks and scale applications based on demand. Review & Debug: Participate in code and test reviews; identify and remediate code defects. DevOps Integration: Enable and automate deployments across test, integration, and production environments using CI/CD tools. Monitoring: Support the monitoring of software health in production using tools like Splunk and Grafana. Technical Requirements Core Java: Minimum 5 years of professional experience, specifically with Java 8+ (Java 11 or 17 preferred). Frameworks: Strong expertise in Spring Boot and Microservices architecture. Messaging: Proven experience with Kafka and its integrations. Databases: Proficiency in both SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Couchbase, Cassandra). Architecture: Experience with Event-driven Microservices and high-availability distributed systems. Tools: Familiarity with Git, Jenkins, Splunk/Kibana, and JUnit. Nice to Have Experience with GoLang . Knowledge of Reactive Programming (e.g., Vert.x). Testing frameworks like Cucumber (BDD) or JMeter . Familiarity with Cloud computing and Infrastructure-as-Code. Education & Qualifications University Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Experience working in an Agile environment. Relevant technical certifications are a plus. Note: This position requires a presence in the Burgess Hill office 3 days per week . Please only apply if you are local or able to commit to this travel schedule. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a leading defence engineering team delivering complex mission-critical systems for UK and international programmes. As a Systems Engineer, you will support the delivery of Systems Engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from requirements capture and system design through to integration, acceptance and in-service support. You will contribute to high-profile naval and multi-domain defence programmes, working on command and control technologies that support operational capability across maritime environments. The role offers the chance to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment where technical quality, collaboration and innovation are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Deliver Systems Engineering activities across the project lifecycle. Produce and review technical documentation in line with programme milestones. Support and lead design reviews including SRR, PDR and CDR activities. Manage technical interfaces between internal teams, suppliers and customers. Review customer and supplier technical documentation, providing technical assurance and challenge where required. Work closely with Software, Hardware, Mechanical, V&V, Safety, Cyber and ILS teams to ensure successful system integration. Support technical delivery against programme cost, schedule and quality objectives. Contribute to risk management, bids, proposals and estimation activities. Essential Experience Degree qualified in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline. Experience within Systems Engineering in defence, maritime, aerospace or other highly regulated industries. Knowledge of systems requirements, design, integration, verification and acceptance activities. Exposure to control systems, PLC/SCADA or operational technology environments. Experience with Model-Based Engineering approaches and tools such as Enterprise Architect. Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Understanding of marine environments, safety-related systems and environmental considerations. Desirable Experience Knowledge of V&V activities including environmental or EMC testing. Awareness of industry standards and Systems Engineering best practice. INCOSE ASE or CSEP accreditation.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a leading defence engineering team delivering complex mission-critical systems for UK and international programmes. As a Systems Engineer, you will support the delivery of Systems Engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from requirements capture and system design through to integration, acceptance and in-service support. You will contribute to high-profile naval and multi-domain defence programmes, working on command and control technologies that support operational capability across maritime environments. The role offers the chance to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment where technical quality, collaboration and innovation are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Deliver Systems Engineering activities across the project lifecycle. Produce and review technical documentation in line with programme milestones. Support and lead design reviews including SRR, PDR and CDR activities. Manage technical interfaces between internal teams, suppliers and customers. Review customer and supplier technical documentation, providing technical assurance and challenge where required. Work closely with Software, Hardware, Mechanical, V&V, Safety, Cyber and ILS teams to ensure successful system integration. Support technical delivery against programme cost, schedule and quality objectives. Contribute to risk management, bids, proposals and estimation activities. Essential Experience Degree qualified in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline. Experience within Systems Engineering in defence, maritime, aerospace or other highly regulated industries. Knowledge of systems requirements, design, integration, verification and acceptance activities. Exposure to control systems, PLC/SCADA or operational technology environments. Experience with Model-Based Engineering approaches and tools such as Enterprise Architect. Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Understanding of marine environments, safety-related systems and environmental considerations. Desirable Experience Knowledge of V&V activities including environmental or EMC testing. Awareness of industry standards and Systems Engineering best practice. INCOSE ASE or CSEP accreditation.
Lead Embedded Software Engineer Location: Ealing Area - With Hybrid Working from Home Salary: Up to 80,000 + Extensive Benefits The Role KO2's client is looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to drive the development of robust, scalable embedded software solutions for next-generation electric products. This role combines hands-on technical delivery with small-team leadership, offering the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor engineers, and shape the future direction of embedded platforms. You will play a key role across the full product lifecycle - from early-stage prototyping and system design through to production, manufacturing, and long-term product support - while helping build engineering best practices and delivery capability within the team. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of high-quality embedded software that is efficient, maintainable, scalable, and production-ready Provide technical leadership to a small embedded software team, supporting task planning, technical direction, mentoring, and code reviews Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to support board bring-up, debugging, integration, and system validation Own key architectural decisions, helping define software frameworks, coding standards, development processes, and long-term platform strategy Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software for internally developed electric systems and connected devices Investigate and resolve complex real-time issues relating to timing, performance, reliability, and signal integrity Support continuous improvement initiatives across tooling, automation, testing, and development workflows Contribute to project planning, technical estimation, risk management, and delivery milestones Champion engineering best practices including documentation, version control, CI/CD, and software quality standards About You Strong commercial experience developing embedded software in C and C++ Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers within a small technical team or project environment Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and full software development lifecycle practices Experience developing RTOS-based applications Hands-on experience with embedded communication protocols such as BLE, CAN, I2C, UART, or SPI Comfortable working across hardware/software boundaries, including debugging and system integration Experience using version control systems, particularly Git, within collaborative development environments A proactive technical problem-solver with strong analytical and root-cause investigation skills Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Skills Exposure to functional safety standards such as ISO 13849 or ISO 26262 Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Docker) Familiarity with Python for automation, tooling, or test development Experience contributing to technical roadmaps, architectural strategy, or platform standardisatioN Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a senior embedded engineer ready to step into a lead role - or an existing lead engineer looking for greater technical ownership and influence within an innovative engineering environment developing advanced electric products. Apply today with an up-to-date CV
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Lead Embedded Software Engineer Location: Ealing Area - With Hybrid Working from Home Salary: Up to 80,000 + Extensive Benefits The Role KO2's client is looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to drive the development of robust, scalable embedded software solutions for next-generation electric products. This role combines hands-on technical delivery with small-team leadership, offering the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor engineers, and shape the future direction of embedded platforms. You will play a key role across the full product lifecycle - from early-stage prototyping and system design through to production, manufacturing, and long-term product support - while helping build engineering best practices and delivery capability within the team. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of high-quality embedded software that is efficient, maintainable, scalable, and production-ready Provide technical leadership to a small embedded software team, supporting task planning, technical direction, mentoring, and code reviews Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to support board bring-up, debugging, integration, and system validation Own key architectural decisions, helping define software frameworks, coding standards, development processes, and long-term platform strategy Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software for internally developed electric systems and connected devices Investigate and resolve complex real-time issues relating to timing, performance, reliability, and signal integrity Support continuous improvement initiatives across tooling, automation, testing, and development workflows Contribute to project planning, technical estimation, risk management, and delivery milestones Champion engineering best practices including documentation, version control, CI/CD, and software quality standards About You Strong commercial experience developing embedded software in C and C++ Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers within a small technical team or project environment Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and full software development lifecycle practices Experience developing RTOS-based applications Hands-on experience with embedded communication protocols such as BLE, CAN, I2C, UART, or SPI Comfortable working across hardware/software boundaries, including debugging and system integration Experience using version control systems, particularly Git, within collaborative development environments A proactive technical problem-solver with strong analytical and root-cause investigation skills Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Skills Exposure to functional safety standards such as ISO 13849 or ISO 26262 Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Docker) Familiarity with Python for automation, tooling, or test development Experience contributing to technical roadmaps, architectural strategy, or platform standardisatioN Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a senior embedded engineer ready to step into a lead role - or an existing lead engineer looking for greater technical ownership and influence within an innovative engineering environment developing advanced electric products. Apply today with an up-to-date CV
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a fast-growing, innovative organisation at the forefront of semiconductor technology, embedded systems, and capacitive touch solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the design and development of firmware and advanced touch algorithms used in next-generation consumer electronics. You will play a key role in shaping technical direction, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-quality embedded software solutions across the full development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities for this Senior Software Engineer position in Whiteley, Technical Leadership & Project Delivery Lead end-to-end development of embedded software and capacitive sensing algorithms Define and drive software architecture and firmware design decisions Manage project delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and customer expectations are met Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers Facilitate Agile/SCRUM processes including sprint planning and retrospectives Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IC design, hardware, and applications Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and trade-offs Act as a technical interface with customers, supporting system integration Technical Development Develop firmware using Embedded C and Assembler Perform model-based design using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools Design, simulate, and optimise touch sensing and signal processing algorithms Develop and debug low-level drivers for MCU peripherals Support integration with customer hardware and operating systems Work within a continuous delivery environment for consumer electronics Skills & Experience Essential Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or Software Engineering (BSc/BEng or equivalent) Extensive experience in embedded software or firmware development Experience in a technical lead or leadership role Strong experience with C programming for embedded systems Solid understanding of software architecture and system design Proven experience delivering complex, cross-functional engineering projects Hands-on debugging and development experience on embedded targets Experience with Git, SVN, or other version control systems Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable Experience with Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) or image processing Familiarity with test-driven development (TDD) and behaviour-driven development (BDD) Experience with defect tracking and task management tools What's on Offer Hybrid working with modern office facilities Private healthcare Mental health and wellbeing support programmes A collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment Opportunities to work on cutting-edge embedded and touch technologies A culture that encourages innovation, learning, and professional growth Why Apply? This is a unique opportunity to take on a technical leadership role in embedded software engineering, working on innovative products that push the boundaries of touch technology, AI data processing, and connected devices. If you are passionate about firmware development, embedded systems, and leading high-performing engineering teams, we'd love to hear from you. If you feel you are the right person for this position in Whiteley, and would like to talk in more detail, please send over your updated cv to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a fast-growing, innovative organisation at the forefront of semiconductor technology, embedded systems, and capacitive touch solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the design and development of firmware and advanced touch algorithms used in next-generation consumer electronics. You will play a key role in shaping technical direction, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-quality embedded software solutions across the full development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities for this Senior Software Engineer position in Whiteley, Technical Leadership & Project Delivery Lead end-to-end development of embedded software and capacitive sensing algorithms Define and drive software architecture and firmware design decisions Manage project delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and customer expectations are met Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers Facilitate Agile/SCRUM processes including sprint planning and retrospectives Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IC design, hardware, and applications Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and trade-offs Act as a technical interface with customers, supporting system integration Technical Development Develop firmware using Embedded C and Assembler Perform model-based design using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools Design, simulate, and optimise touch sensing and signal processing algorithms Develop and debug low-level drivers for MCU peripherals Support integration with customer hardware and operating systems Work within a continuous delivery environment for consumer electronics Skills & Experience Essential Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or Software Engineering (BSc/BEng or equivalent) Extensive experience in embedded software or firmware development Experience in a technical lead or leadership role Strong experience with C programming for embedded systems Solid understanding of software architecture and system design Proven experience delivering complex, cross-functional engineering projects Hands-on debugging and development experience on embedded targets Experience with Git, SVN, or other version control systems Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable Experience with Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) or image processing Familiarity with test-driven development (TDD) and behaviour-driven development (BDD) Experience with defect tracking and task management tools What's on Offer Hybrid working with modern office facilities Private healthcare Mental health and wellbeing support programmes A collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment Opportunities to work on cutting-edge embedded and touch technologies A culture that encourages innovation, learning, and professional growth Why Apply? This is a unique opportunity to take on a technical leadership role in embedded software engineering, working on innovative products that push the boundaries of touch technology, AI data processing, and connected devices. If you are passionate about firmware development, embedded systems, and leading high-performing engineering teams, we'd love to hear from you. If you feel you are the right person for this position in Whiteley, and would like to talk in more detail, please send over your updated cv to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.
As Systems Engineer, you will manage development lifecycle involvement to provide Automated Robotic sample storage systems to deliver cutting edge scientific applications and integrated platforms for biological sample and clinical intelligence. Systems Engineer provide the cohesion and co-ordination between engineering and software disciplines. Developing specifications and leading multidisciplinary teams to clearly communicate the requirements for the Store and capture client requirements. The industries we serve have growing requirements for regulatory quality control (GMP, Medical Devices, ISO etc). The System Engineering role provides opportunity to develop the fully documented lifecycle to support adherence to these standards. What You'll Be Doing Designs, defines and implements complex system requirements for customers and/or prepares studies and analyzes existing systems. Determines system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system. Serves as the primary technical resource for design, manufacture and debug as the product(s) move to completion. Lead a technical team from concept design through to customer delivery and validation. Communications: Co-ordination/cohesion of engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Software and Refrigeration. Direct integration with Test team Communication and project transition with Commissioning and Service Interface with planning and procurement. Involved in Sales Support activities to determine user requirements and develop special features. Customer liaison during projects, providing the main technical contact. What You'll Bring Degree level education in an Engineering discipline Experience in a similar role. System level thinking Prior involvement in projects from design to validation Excellent communications and presentations skills Organisational and Co-ordination skills Project planning (Microsoft Project) MS Office including PPT and Visio Experienced with 3D CAD or AutoLab Specification Writing advantageous
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
As Systems Engineer, you will manage development lifecycle involvement to provide Automated Robotic sample storage systems to deliver cutting edge scientific applications and integrated platforms for biological sample and clinical intelligence. Systems Engineer provide the cohesion and co-ordination between engineering and software disciplines. Developing specifications and leading multidisciplinary teams to clearly communicate the requirements for the Store and capture client requirements. The industries we serve have growing requirements for regulatory quality control (GMP, Medical Devices, ISO etc). The System Engineering role provides opportunity to develop the fully documented lifecycle to support adherence to these standards. What You'll Be Doing Designs, defines and implements complex system requirements for customers and/or prepares studies and analyzes existing systems. Determines system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system. Serves as the primary technical resource for design, manufacture and debug as the product(s) move to completion. Lead a technical team from concept design through to customer delivery and validation. Communications: Co-ordination/cohesion of engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Software and Refrigeration. Direct integration with Test team Communication and project transition with Commissioning and Service Interface with planning and procurement. Involved in Sales Support activities to determine user requirements and develop special features. Customer liaison during projects, providing the main technical contact. What You'll Bring Degree level education in an Engineering discipline Experience in a similar role. System level thinking Prior involvement in projects from design to validation Excellent communications and presentations skills Organisational and Co-ordination skills Project planning (Microsoft Project) MS Office including PPT and Visio Experienced with 3D CAD or AutoLab Specification Writing advantageous
We re looking for a skilled Automation Service Technician to provide technical support, maintenance, and continuous improvement for automated warehouse solutions. What You ll Do: Deliver technical support and preventive/corrective maintenance on automated systems Carry out software updates, system enhancements , and emergency repairs Supervise electrical and mechanical adjustments on-site Analyse and diagnose electrical, mechanical, and PLC control issues Support ramp-up phases of new automated warehouse installations Plan, quote, and execute after-sales service jobs Coordinate with third-party service companies Maintain technical documentation and reports (incidents, improvements, PMs) What You ll Bring: Experience in automation, industrial maintenance, or commissioning Background in automation, robotics or electronics (electrical bias preferred) Strong customer-facing and troubleshooting skills Knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens Step7, TIA Portal) Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet) Ability to read schematics, diagnose faults , and manage multiple tasks UK driving licence & passport , with willingness to travel and cover out-of-hours work Bonus if you have experience in the warehousing or logistics installation industry Benefits: Permanent position with a market-leading international company Competitive salary + overtime opportunities Fully expensed company car/van Ongoing training and development in the latest technologies Work from home with autonomy and flexibility Join a highly skilled and supportive team Opportunity to grow your career in one of the most critical sectors today: logistics and automation.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
We re looking for a skilled Automation Service Technician to provide technical support, maintenance, and continuous improvement for automated warehouse solutions. What You ll Do: Deliver technical support and preventive/corrective maintenance on automated systems Carry out software updates, system enhancements , and emergency repairs Supervise electrical and mechanical adjustments on-site Analyse and diagnose electrical, mechanical, and PLC control issues Support ramp-up phases of new automated warehouse installations Plan, quote, and execute after-sales service jobs Coordinate with third-party service companies Maintain technical documentation and reports (incidents, improvements, PMs) What You ll Bring: Experience in automation, industrial maintenance, or commissioning Background in automation, robotics or electronics (electrical bias preferred) Strong customer-facing and troubleshooting skills Knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens Step7, TIA Portal) Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet) Ability to read schematics, diagnose faults , and manage multiple tasks UK driving licence & passport , with willingness to travel and cover out-of-hours work Bonus if you have experience in the warehousing or logistics installation industry Benefits: Permanent position with a market-leading international company Competitive salary + overtime opportunities Fully expensed company car/van Ongoing training and development in the latest technologies Work from home with autonomy and flexibility Join a highly skilled and supportive team Opportunity to grow your career in one of the most critical sectors today: logistics and automation.
Shape how safety-critical software is verified at the highest level. We're partnering with a growing, highly respected engineering SME specialising in safety-critical embedded systems . They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to play a key role in developing and assuring high-integrity embedded software, including a safety-certified real-time operating system. This is a hands-on software engineering role within the verification team, combining technical leadership with deep involvement in verification, validation, and certification activities. The Role You'll operate as a senior technical authority while remaining close to the code. Responsibilities include: Leading verification strategy and approach for embedded software systems Designing, developing, and maintaining test frameworks, tools, and automation Performing low-level software verification across multiple architectures Contributing directly to code-level activities (primarily C / embedded environments) Driving verification activities across the full software lifecycle Supporting certification to standards such as IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262 Mentoring engineers and setting best practices within the verification team Working closely with customers to provide technical guidance and support What We're Looking For Essential: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g. FreeRTOS, SafeRTOS or similar) Strong background in embedded software engineering (C) Significant experience in software verification / validation Experience developing test tools, frameworks, or automation Understanding of low-level / hardware-near software behaviour Experience working in a controlled or safety-critical environment Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders Highly Desirable: Knowledge of safety standards ( IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 62304 ) Experience with ARM architectures (Cortex M / A) or similar Understanding of debugging at processor level Knowledge of software lifecycle, requirements, and configuration management Exposure to networking, multicore systems, or embedded security Working Environment Bristol-based Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite; more during onboarding) Collaborative, engineering-led environment with strong technical depth Package & Benefits Competitive salary with annual review Performance-related bonus Generous pension contribution Private healthcare, income protection & life assurance 25+ days holiday (increasing with service) Flexible working hours Ongoing professional development and training
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Shape how safety-critical software is verified at the highest level. We're partnering with a growing, highly respected engineering SME specialising in safety-critical embedded systems . They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to play a key role in developing and assuring high-integrity embedded software, including a safety-certified real-time operating system. This is a hands-on software engineering role within the verification team, combining technical leadership with deep involvement in verification, validation, and certification activities. The Role You'll operate as a senior technical authority while remaining close to the code. Responsibilities include: Leading verification strategy and approach for embedded software systems Designing, developing, and maintaining test frameworks, tools, and automation Performing low-level software verification across multiple architectures Contributing directly to code-level activities (primarily C / embedded environments) Driving verification activities across the full software lifecycle Supporting certification to standards such as IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262 Mentoring engineers and setting best practices within the verification team Working closely with customers to provide technical guidance and support What We're Looking For Essential: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g. FreeRTOS, SafeRTOS or similar) Strong background in embedded software engineering (C) Significant experience in software verification / validation Experience developing test tools, frameworks, or automation Understanding of low-level / hardware-near software behaviour Experience working in a controlled or safety-critical environment Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders Highly Desirable: Knowledge of safety standards ( IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 62304 ) Experience with ARM architectures (Cortex M / A) or similar Understanding of debugging at processor level Knowledge of software lifecycle, requirements, and configuration management Exposure to networking, multicore systems, or embedded security Working Environment Bristol-based Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite; more during onboarding) Collaborative, engineering-led environment with strong technical depth Package & Benefits Competitive salary with annual review Performance-related bonus Generous pension contribution Private healthcare, income protection & life assurance 25+ days holiday (increasing with service) Flexible working hours Ongoing professional development and training
Application Software Engineer 12-month contract Onsite in Bristol SC must be in place prior io starting 65ph, UMB, inside IR35 Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an Application Software Engineer for a contract position in Bristol. This role involves participating in the development and testing of a Command and Control application system, with the potential for significant impact on future projects if the demonstration is successful. Key Responsibilities: Developing application-level software, including sophisticated business logic Collaborating with internal algorithm teams to integrate algorithms and test complex transformation logic Implementing and integrating interfaces with other subsystems and external simulators Building and extending components within an existing software application framework Deploying applications into a virtualised test environment Ensuring software solutions meet system requirements within short timescales Job Requirements: Experience in developing application-level software using Embedded C/C++, C++, or C# Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern software engineering practices Knowledge of Data Distribution Service (DDS) is advantageous Experience within the Defence industry is advantageous SC Clearance is required to start Why This Role Might Appeal to You: You want to create tangible software products with a visible impact on project outcomes You enjoy working at the intersection of systems design, algorithms and software implementation You are interested in contributing to the Defence & Security sector If you are an experienced Application Software Engineer looking for an exciting contract opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team in Bristol.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Application Software Engineer 12-month contract Onsite in Bristol SC must be in place prior io starting 65ph, UMB, inside IR35 Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an Application Software Engineer for a contract position in Bristol. This role involves participating in the development and testing of a Command and Control application system, with the potential for significant impact on future projects if the demonstration is successful. Key Responsibilities: Developing application-level software, including sophisticated business logic Collaborating with internal algorithm teams to integrate algorithms and test complex transformation logic Implementing and integrating interfaces with other subsystems and external simulators Building and extending components within an existing software application framework Deploying applications into a virtualised test environment Ensuring software solutions meet system requirements within short timescales Job Requirements: Experience in developing application-level software using Embedded C/C++, C++, or C# Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern software engineering practices Knowledge of Data Distribution Service (DDS) is advantageous Experience within the Defence industry is advantageous SC Clearance is required to start Why This Role Might Appeal to You: You want to create tangible software products with a visible impact on project outcomes You enjoy working at the intersection of systems design, algorithms and software implementation You are interested in contributing to the Defence & Security sector If you are an experienced Application Software Engineer looking for an exciting contract opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team in Bristol.
This is an opportunity to take a pivotal technical leadership role within a highly respected engineering organisation working at the forefront of secure and advanced systems. If you're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and developing high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on critical, real-world programmes. You'll be joining an environment where technical excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your expertise will directly shape how systems are designed and delivered. Why This Role Stands Out High-impact work on complex, mission-critical systems Real technical ownership across multiple programmes Influence and autonomy to shape architecture, standards, and tools Strong team culture focused on collaboration and knowledge sharing Flexible working hours (including early Friday finishes) despite being fully onsite A business that genuinely invests in engineering capability and continuous improvement The Role As a Lead / Chief Software Architect, you'll sit at the heart of engineering delivery, providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and mentoring across a portfolio of projects. You'll: Define and guide software architecture and design decisions Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects Lead, mentor, and support a team of talented software engineers Partner closely with systems, hardware, and firmware teams Champion best practice engineering standards, tools, and processes Drive modular design, reuse, and long-term maintainability Support early-stage project planning, estimation, and proposals Play a key role in building a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement What You'll Bring Technical Strength Strong experience with C/C++ or Rust, ideally in embedded or systems environments Experience working across Linux and/or Windows platforms Good understanding of modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing) Ideally, exposure to real-time or embedded systems (RTOS) Architecture & Design Proven ability to define and deliver robust, scalable architectures Experience with UML / SysML modelling and structured design approaches Passion for clean design, modularity, and code reuse Leadership & Impact Experience leading or mentoring engineers in a technical capacity Comfortable influencing across teams and projects A track record of delivering complex solutions to high standards Nice to Have Experience within secure, regulated, or high-integrity environments Knowledge of secure software or cryptographic systems Familiarity with standards such as MISRA or similar Requirements Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Must be eligible for UK high-level security clearance (British citizenship required) What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary Annual bonus scheme Private medical cover Strong pension contribution 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more) Life assurance Flexible benefits package Flexible working hours with a strong focus on work-life balance The Environment This is a fully onsite role in Berkshire, due to the secure nature of the work conducted. However, the organisation recognises the importance of flexibility, offering adjustable start/finish times and a supportive approach to balancing work and life commitments. Apply Now If you're ready to step into a role where your technical leadership will be valued, your ideas will shape outcomes, and your work will genuinely matter, apply today
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
This is an opportunity to take a pivotal technical leadership role within a highly respected engineering organisation working at the forefront of secure and advanced systems. If you're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and developing high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on critical, real-world programmes. You'll be joining an environment where technical excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your expertise will directly shape how systems are designed and delivered. Why This Role Stands Out High-impact work on complex, mission-critical systems Real technical ownership across multiple programmes Influence and autonomy to shape architecture, standards, and tools Strong team culture focused on collaboration and knowledge sharing Flexible working hours (including early Friday finishes) despite being fully onsite A business that genuinely invests in engineering capability and continuous improvement The Role As a Lead / Chief Software Architect, you'll sit at the heart of engineering delivery, providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and mentoring across a portfolio of projects. You'll: Define and guide software architecture and design decisions Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects Lead, mentor, and support a team of talented software engineers Partner closely with systems, hardware, and firmware teams Champion best practice engineering standards, tools, and processes Drive modular design, reuse, and long-term maintainability Support early-stage project planning, estimation, and proposals Play a key role in building a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement What You'll Bring Technical Strength Strong experience with C/C++ or Rust, ideally in embedded or systems environments Experience working across Linux and/or Windows platforms Good understanding of modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing) Ideally, exposure to real-time or embedded systems (RTOS) Architecture & Design Proven ability to define and deliver robust, scalable architectures Experience with UML / SysML modelling and structured design approaches Passion for clean design, modularity, and code reuse Leadership & Impact Experience leading or mentoring engineers in a technical capacity Comfortable influencing across teams and projects A track record of delivering complex solutions to high standards Nice to Have Experience within secure, regulated, or high-integrity environments Knowledge of secure software or cryptographic systems Familiarity with standards such as MISRA or similar Requirements Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Must be eligible for UK high-level security clearance (British citizenship required) What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary Annual bonus scheme Private medical cover Strong pension contribution 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more) Life assurance Flexible benefits package Flexible working hours with a strong focus on work-life balance The Environment This is a fully onsite role in Berkshire, due to the secure nature of the work conducted. However, the organisation recognises the importance of flexibility, offering adjustable start/finish times and a supportive approach to balancing work and life commitments. Apply Now If you're ready to step into a role where your technical leadership will be valued, your ideas will shape outcomes, and your work will genuinely matter, apply today
Job Title: Java Backend Engineer No: of Positions: x4 Location: London Duration of the Assignment: 1 Year Experience required: 10+ Department/Practice: Commercial banking Start Date : 17/07/2026 Day rate: Upto £550 per day - DoE (Inside IR35) Job Purpose and primary objectives: Our client, TCS who are working with a leading UK-based financial services group who provide a wide range of banking and financial services are looking for a proven and experienced Java Backend Engineers. There is a significant migration and consolidation effort of legacy systems into microservices with the development team taking the lead on the design, build, deployment and operation of the service they have created. Person Specification: The successful candidate must be comfortable speaking up and challenging solutions and designs as part of sprint planning, contribute to the overall team cohesion through engaging with the wider team and be clear and transparent with the client. Key responsibilities: Ensure the Features delivered are fit for purpose and meet the quality and standards according to client s expectation (Build, unit test and eploy) At this role, we are looking to blend both deep domain and technical expertise within a feature team and show great passion for coaching and developing people in a player-coach role Work hands-on alongside engineering colleagues to deliver the highest quality customer driver software Work in an Agile fast paced environment and work in a highly collaborative way to complete assigned work, showcase progress and address problems that are well defined, complex and often non-routine Key Skills/Knowledge: Backend developer with hands on development experience working with Spring, Spring Boot, rest services, Java 8+, Kafka, Building Microservice Strong knowledge of BDD/TDD and Junit Strong Knowledge on the entire software development cycle Experience of working with DevOps tools and approaches Experience with agile development methodologies and tooling etc. Experience of using software development toolsets including DevOps, Continuous Integration and Delivery Experience in GCP Experiences and understanding of Microservices Experience and understanding of API gateways Due to a high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 5 days then the application should be deemed unsuccessful.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Java Backend Engineer No: of Positions: x4 Location: London Duration of the Assignment: 1 Year Experience required: 10+ Department/Practice: Commercial banking Start Date : 17/07/2026 Day rate: Upto £550 per day - DoE (Inside IR35) Job Purpose and primary objectives: Our client, TCS who are working with a leading UK-based financial services group who provide a wide range of banking and financial services are looking for a proven and experienced Java Backend Engineers. There is a significant migration and consolidation effort of legacy systems into microservices with the development team taking the lead on the design, build, deployment and operation of the service they have created. Person Specification: The successful candidate must be comfortable speaking up and challenging solutions and designs as part of sprint planning, contribute to the overall team cohesion through engaging with the wider team and be clear and transparent with the client. Key responsibilities: Ensure the Features delivered are fit for purpose and meet the quality and standards according to client s expectation (Build, unit test and eploy) At this role, we are looking to blend both deep domain and technical expertise within a feature team and show great passion for coaching and developing people in a player-coach role Work hands-on alongside engineering colleagues to deliver the highest quality customer driver software Work in an Agile fast paced environment and work in a highly collaborative way to complete assigned work, showcase progress and address problems that are well defined, complex and often non-routine Key Skills/Knowledge: Backend developer with hands on development experience working with Spring, Spring Boot, rest services, Java 8+, Kafka, Building Microservice Strong knowledge of BDD/TDD and Junit Strong Knowledge on the entire software development cycle Experience of working with DevOps tools and approaches Experience with agile development methodologies and tooling etc. Experience of using software development toolsets including DevOps, Continuous Integration and Delivery Experience in GCP Experiences and understanding of Microservices Experience and understanding of API gateways Due to a high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 5 days then the application should be deemed unsuccessful.
Senior Software Engineer West Midlands (Hybrid) 45,000 - 65,000 + Bonus + Private Medical + Excellent Benefits Build Technology That Makes a Difference Are you an experienced Software Engineer looking to work on technology with real-world impact? We're working with an innovative engineering and technology business whose products are used internationally across a range of safety, security and critical infrastructure environments. Combining intelligent software, advanced sensing technologies and machine learning, their solutions help organisations improve safety, efficiency and decision-making. Due to continued growth and investment in new product development, they are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team and contribute to the next generation of their technology platform. This is an opportunity to tackle genuinely interesting engineering challenges at the intersection of software, hardware and AI. The Role You'll take ownership of software development across a range of products, with a primary focus on Linux-based systems and Python development. Working closely with software engineers, data scientists and product specialists, you'll contribute to the design, development and deployment of innovative solutions used in demanding real-world environments. This is a highly hands-on role where you'll have significant influence over architecture, technical direction and engineering best practice. Key Responsibilities Develop robust software applications using Python and C++ Contribute to software architecture and technical design Build and maintain scalable Linux-based applications Work closely with data science teams to deploy machine learning models Conduct code reviews and mentor other engineers Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks Support CI/CD and release processes Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive software quality and engineering best practice What We're Looking For Essential Strong commercial Python development experience Experience developing software on Linux platforms Proven software engineering experience within a product development environment Experience with Git and CI/CD workflows Knowledge of automated testing methodologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable C++ development experience Embedded Linux exposure Machine learning deployment experience MLOps experience NVIDIA Jetson experience Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware Experience within engineering, instrumentation, industrial technology or related product environments About You You'll be a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and taking ownership of your work. You'll be comfortable collaborating across teams, contributing ideas and helping shape technical decisions. Whilst this is not a formal management role, we're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate leadership qualities and a desire to mentor others. Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology with real-world applications Join a growing and innovative engineering business Exposure to AI, machine learning and intelligent systems Significant technical ownership and influence Collaborative and highly skilled engineering team Long-term career progression opportunities Diverse and challenging technical projects If you're a Software Engineer looking to work on innovative products that combine software, hardware and intelligent systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer West Midlands (Hybrid) 45,000 - 65,000 + Bonus + Private Medical + Excellent Benefits Build Technology That Makes a Difference Are you an experienced Software Engineer looking to work on technology with real-world impact? We're working with an innovative engineering and technology business whose products are used internationally across a range of safety, security and critical infrastructure environments. Combining intelligent software, advanced sensing technologies and machine learning, their solutions help organisations improve safety, efficiency and decision-making. Due to continued growth and investment in new product development, they are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team and contribute to the next generation of their technology platform. This is an opportunity to tackle genuinely interesting engineering challenges at the intersection of software, hardware and AI. The Role You'll take ownership of software development across a range of products, with a primary focus on Linux-based systems and Python development. Working closely with software engineers, data scientists and product specialists, you'll contribute to the design, development and deployment of innovative solutions used in demanding real-world environments. This is a highly hands-on role where you'll have significant influence over architecture, technical direction and engineering best practice. Key Responsibilities Develop robust software applications using Python and C++ Contribute to software architecture and technical design Build and maintain scalable Linux-based applications Work closely with data science teams to deploy machine learning models Conduct code reviews and mentor other engineers Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks Support CI/CD and release processes Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive software quality and engineering best practice What We're Looking For Essential Strong commercial Python development experience Experience developing software on Linux platforms Proven software engineering experience within a product development environment Experience with Git and CI/CD workflows Knowledge of automated testing methodologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable C++ development experience Embedded Linux exposure Machine learning deployment experience MLOps experience NVIDIA Jetson experience Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware Experience within engineering, instrumentation, industrial technology or related product environments About You You'll be a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and taking ownership of your work. You'll be comfortable collaborating across teams, contributing ideas and helping shape technical decisions. Whilst this is not a formal management role, we're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate leadership qualities and a desire to mentor others. Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology with real-world applications Join a growing and innovative engineering business Exposure to AI, machine learning and intelligent systems Significant technical ownership and influence Collaborative and highly skilled engineering team Long-term career progression opportunities Diverse and challenging technical projects If you're a Software Engineer looking to work on innovative products that combine software, hardware and intelligent systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Bolton A great opportunity supporting domestic customers across three MBDA platforms, while also expanding to multiple export markets. Salary: Circa £60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: Sea Ceptor is undergoing significant evolution, supporting domestic customers across three platforms (some already in use, others in development), while also expanding to multiple export markets. The growth in both export and domestic capability requirements is driving a shift in how we deliver, with simultaneous support for multiple in-service demands. At the same time, we're evolving the design to meet immediate export needs and future domestic upgrades-making Sea Ceptor a truly unique programme within MBDA. After nearly a decade in service and with a strong order book and growing export opportunities extending well into the next decade, Sea Ceptor now faces challenges in resolving known obsolescence's. This is essential to ensure continued manufacture and to meet customer requirements. As part of a cross-functional management team, this exciting opportunity allows the right candidate to help shape strategy, resolve issues, and deliver solutions to meet demanding timelines. In addition to the main role as Sea Ceptor Obsolescence Manager, the successful candidate will also be required to play a pivotal role in knowledge management for the Sea Ceptor project, responsible for the coordination and retention of Sea Ceptor product knowledge and taking overall ownership of Lessons Learned across the Sea Ceptor programmes, to coordinate reviews and track through to resolution. Reporting to the Head of Follow-On Ships for Sea Ceptor, this position will: Provide detailed analysis and impact for identified obsolescence's Develop technical options/recommendations for resolution of obsolescence's Presentation of technical information to internal and external stakeholders Support bidding activities related to obsolescence Help develop high level strategies for managing obsolescence across all Sea Ceptor platforms (equipment in production, equipment in-service and future contracts) Understand requirements and secure resources to deliver solutions to obsolescence issues Oversee cross-functional teams in achieving solutions within necessary timescales Work closely with electronic and mechanical design functions, software teams, test equipment design teams, in-service support teams and Bolton manufacturing to ensure solutions can be delivered on time and within available budget Liaise with Land Ceptor & SV CAMM projects to ensure our obsolescence strategy delivers for the whole business Work with both the Export and Engineering teams to ensure the obsolescence strategy feeds the export business case and the Midlife uplift programme for Sea Ceptor Work with project management function to ensure delivery plans are maintained and updated Maintain the project's Knowledge Management Process, taking account of any functional and wider project/company initiatives Coordinate all Sea Ceptor Lessons Learned sessions Review/update of the Project Knowledge Management Plan Contribute to annual Company KM review sessions Champion the creation of Knowledge Books What we're looking for from you: Ideally HNC level qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject or experience A strong appreciation of Electronic Design to allow technical solutions to be evaluated/trade-offs understood Experience in engaging with and presenting technical information to a wide range of stakeholders at multiple (including senior) levels of an organisation Understanding of product lifecycle, and experience in production test readiness activities. Experience of generating and managing P6 plans Experience of Knowledge Management process and practice Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support, or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Bolton A great opportunity supporting domestic customers across three MBDA platforms, while also expanding to multiple export markets. Salary: Circa £60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: Sea Ceptor is undergoing significant evolution, supporting domestic customers across three platforms (some already in use, others in development), while also expanding to multiple export markets. The growth in both export and domestic capability requirements is driving a shift in how we deliver, with simultaneous support for multiple in-service demands. At the same time, we're evolving the design to meet immediate export needs and future domestic upgrades-making Sea Ceptor a truly unique programme within MBDA. After nearly a decade in service and with a strong order book and growing export opportunities extending well into the next decade, Sea Ceptor now faces challenges in resolving known obsolescence's. This is essential to ensure continued manufacture and to meet customer requirements. As part of a cross-functional management team, this exciting opportunity allows the right candidate to help shape strategy, resolve issues, and deliver solutions to meet demanding timelines. In addition to the main role as Sea Ceptor Obsolescence Manager, the successful candidate will also be required to play a pivotal role in knowledge management for the Sea Ceptor project, responsible for the coordination and retention of Sea Ceptor product knowledge and taking overall ownership of Lessons Learned across the Sea Ceptor programmes, to coordinate reviews and track through to resolution. Reporting to the Head of Follow-On Ships for Sea Ceptor, this position will: Provide detailed analysis and impact for identified obsolescence's Develop technical options/recommendations for resolution of obsolescence's Presentation of technical information to internal and external stakeholders Support bidding activities related to obsolescence Help develop high level strategies for managing obsolescence across all Sea Ceptor platforms (equipment in production, equipment in-service and future contracts) Understand requirements and secure resources to deliver solutions to obsolescence issues Oversee cross-functional teams in achieving solutions within necessary timescales Work closely with electronic and mechanical design functions, software teams, test equipment design teams, in-service support teams and Bolton manufacturing to ensure solutions can be delivered on time and within available budget Liaise with Land Ceptor & SV CAMM projects to ensure our obsolescence strategy delivers for the whole business Work with both the Export and Engineering teams to ensure the obsolescence strategy feeds the export business case and the Midlife uplift programme for Sea Ceptor Work with project management function to ensure delivery plans are maintained and updated Maintain the project's Knowledge Management Process, taking account of any functional and wider project/company initiatives Coordinate all Sea Ceptor Lessons Learned sessions Review/update of the Project Knowledge Management Plan Contribute to annual Company KM review sessions Champion the creation of Knowledge Books What we're looking for from you: Ideally HNC level qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject or experience A strong appreciation of Electronic Design to allow technical solutions to be evaluated/trade-offs understood Experience in engaging with and presenting technical information to a wide range of stakeholders at multiple (including senior) levels of an organisation Understanding of product lifecycle, and experience in production test readiness activities. Experience of generating and managing P6 plans Experience of Knowledge Management process and practice Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support, or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Software Architect 12 Month Contract - 37 Hours Per Week Newcastle (Hybrid) Inside IR35 Role Overview - Belcan are currently working with one of the leaders in the Aviation industry for a software architect to join their team in Newcastle. The role is based at their Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. They are looking for the following; Responsibilities Work with System Architects to translate business goals and high-level requirements into robust software architectures, balancing performance, security, reliability, and compliance Design scalable, flexible, and maintainable architectures for complex geospatial systems using the latest modern cloud based technologies and tools Identify technical risks early and define pragmatic mitigation strategies Work in an AGILE scrum team, collaborating closely with software engineers, testers and the Product Owner, providing clear guidance and hands-on architectural support Collaborate with development teams to select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns Ensure delivered solutions align with the agreed architecture and meet both functional and non-functional requirements Produce clear, structured documentation covering architecture decisions and design rationale Contribute to and support technical and architectural reviews Skill Set Essential Strong experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems, preferably in a cloud environment with an awareness of DevSecOps Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery Confidence communicating architectural designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in environments with security, reliability, and compliance constraints, preferably in the geospatial domain. A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring and supporting engineering teams If interested, please apply now, and we will be in touch! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Software Architect 12 Month Contract - 37 Hours Per Week Newcastle (Hybrid) Inside IR35 Role Overview - Belcan are currently working with one of the leaders in the Aviation industry for a software architect to join their team in Newcastle. The role is based at their Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. They are looking for the following; Responsibilities Work with System Architects to translate business goals and high-level requirements into robust software architectures, balancing performance, security, reliability, and compliance Design scalable, flexible, and maintainable architectures for complex geospatial systems using the latest modern cloud based technologies and tools Identify technical risks early and define pragmatic mitigation strategies Work in an AGILE scrum team, collaborating closely with software engineers, testers and the Product Owner, providing clear guidance and hands-on architectural support Collaborate with development teams to select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns Ensure delivered solutions align with the agreed architecture and meet both functional and non-functional requirements Produce clear, structured documentation covering architecture decisions and design rationale Contribute to and support technical and architectural reviews Skill Set Essential Strong experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems, preferably in a cloud environment with an awareness of DevSecOps Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery Confidence communicating architectural designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in environments with security, reliability, and compliance constraints, preferably in the geospatial domain. A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring and supporting engineering teams If interested, please apply now, and we will be in touch! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Software Engineer 12 Month Contract Newcastle or Guildford (Hybrid) up to 60 per hour Role Overview Belcan are currently working with one of the leading companies in Aviation, to support them in their search for a Software Engineer. The Software Engineer will join their collaborative, forward-thinking Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. The engineer will be involved in every stage of the software development lifecycle, from initial design through development, testing, and deployment, delivering robust, scalable cloud-based services. The role is based at the clients Newcastle or Guildford office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, readable, scalable and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards. Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity. Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests. Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented. Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating. Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Skill Set Essential Java Cloud Services development Unit testing Desirable DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front end development using Angular IMPORTANT NOTE: The candidate will also need to be able to achieve or have SC clearance. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Jun 10, 2026
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Software Engineer 12 Month Contract Newcastle or Guildford (Hybrid) up to 60 per hour Role Overview Belcan are currently working with one of the leading companies in Aviation, to support them in their search for a Software Engineer. The Software Engineer will join their collaborative, forward-thinking Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. The engineer will be involved in every stage of the software development lifecycle, from initial design through development, testing, and deployment, delivering robust, scalable cloud-based services. The role is based at the clients Newcastle or Guildford office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, readable, scalable and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards. Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity. Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests. Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented. Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating. Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Skill Set Essential Java Cloud Services development Unit testing Desirable DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front end development using Angular IMPORTANT NOTE: The candidate will also need to be able to achieve or have SC clearance. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Principal / Lead Engineer Python / Cloud / Terraform / IAM / DevOps / infrastructure-as-a-code IaC Rate: Circa 600 - 700 PD (Outside IR35), 6 Months Location: London / Hybrid x2 days We are seeking an experienced Principal / Lead Engineer to join a highly ambitious organisation building a large-scale, mission-critical data and technology platform. This is a unique opportunity to join at the earliest stages of a major programme and play a key role in shaping its technical foundations. Working closely with the CTO and a small team of senior engineers, you will lead the design and implementation of core infrastructure, establish engineering standards and practices, and make architectural decisions that will have long-term strategic impact. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, influencing technology strategy, and creating robust engineering foundations, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact. Role & Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design and implementation of foundational platform infrastructure and engineering capabilities Define architectural patterns, engineering standards, and best practices that will guide future development Partner closely with the CTO and senior stakeholders to make and document key technical decisions Promote secure-by-design principles across all aspects of platform development Establish and maintain core engineering tooling, including source control, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated testing frameworks Platform Engineering Design and implement identity and access management solutions with robust authentication and authorisation controls Build and manage cloud infrastructure using modern infrastructure-as-code approaches Develop audit, workflow, and operational capabilities to support governance and compliance requirements Implement networking, monitoring, and security controls for highly secure environments Evaluate and integrate appropriate open-source technologies and third-party components Contribute to the design and delivery of scalable, resilient, and maintainable distributed systems Collaboration & Team Development Act as a senior technical contributor within a high-performing engineering team Mentor engineers and help establish a strong engineering culture as the organisation grows Collaborate with product, design, and delivery teams to ensure technology solutions align with business objectives Engage with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders where required Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience leading or making significant contributions to complex distributed, cloud-native, or federated systems Strong software engineering expertise in Python, including backend development, automation, and infrastructure tooling Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform or equivalent Experience designing and building authentication and authorisation systems, including modern identity standards and policy-based access controls Solid understanding of data storage architectures and the trade-offs between different storage and query patterns Experience establishing CI/CD pipelines and engineering best practices within modern software environments Ability to work effectively in fast-moving environments with evolving requirements and limited precedent Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills & Experience Experience building secure, highly regulated, or mission-critical platforms Familiarity with federated architectures and distributed data access models Experience designing solutions with strong governance, auditability, and security requirements Knowledge of privacy-preserving technologies and secure computing environments Experience evaluating, adopting, or contributing to open-source technologies Background working within complex stakeholder environments undergoing significant transformation
Jun 10, 2026
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Principal / Lead Engineer Python / Cloud / Terraform / IAM / DevOps / infrastructure-as-a-code IaC Rate: Circa 600 - 700 PD (Outside IR35), 6 Months Location: London / Hybrid x2 days We are seeking an experienced Principal / Lead Engineer to join a highly ambitious organisation building a large-scale, mission-critical data and technology platform. This is a unique opportunity to join at the earliest stages of a major programme and play a key role in shaping its technical foundations. Working closely with the CTO and a small team of senior engineers, you will lead the design and implementation of core infrastructure, establish engineering standards and practices, and make architectural decisions that will have long-term strategic impact. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, influencing technology strategy, and creating robust engineering foundations, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact. Role & Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design and implementation of foundational platform infrastructure and engineering capabilities Define architectural patterns, engineering standards, and best practices that will guide future development Partner closely with the CTO and senior stakeholders to make and document key technical decisions Promote secure-by-design principles across all aspects of platform development Establish and maintain core engineering tooling, including source control, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated testing frameworks Platform Engineering Design and implement identity and access management solutions with robust authentication and authorisation controls Build and manage cloud infrastructure using modern infrastructure-as-code approaches Develop audit, workflow, and operational capabilities to support governance and compliance requirements Implement networking, monitoring, and security controls for highly secure environments Evaluate and integrate appropriate open-source technologies and third-party components Contribute to the design and delivery of scalable, resilient, and maintainable distributed systems Collaboration & Team Development Act as a senior technical contributor within a high-performing engineering team Mentor engineers and help establish a strong engineering culture as the organisation grows Collaborate with product, design, and delivery teams to ensure technology solutions align with business objectives Engage with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders where required Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience leading or making significant contributions to complex distributed, cloud-native, or federated systems Strong software engineering expertise in Python, including backend development, automation, and infrastructure tooling Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform or equivalent Experience designing and building authentication and authorisation systems, including modern identity standards and policy-based access controls Solid understanding of data storage architectures and the trade-offs between different storage and query patterns Experience establishing CI/CD pipelines and engineering best practices within modern software environments Ability to work effectively in fast-moving environments with evolving requirements and limited precedent Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills & Experience Experience building secure, highly regulated, or mission-critical platforms Familiarity with federated architectures and distributed data access models Experience designing solutions with strong governance, auditability, and security requirements Knowledge of privacy-preserving technologies and secure computing environments Experience evaluating, adopting, or contributing to open-source technologies Background working within complex stakeholder environments undergoing significant transformation
Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 60ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Java? Do you have experience in cloud services development? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop high-quality, readable, scalable, and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Your skillset may include: Java Cloud Services development Unit testing DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front-end development using Angular If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 60ph Inside IR35 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 10, 2026
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Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 60ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Java? Do you have experience in cloud services development? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop high-quality, readable, scalable, and easily maintained code, using Java and related technologies, meeting requirements and coding standards Develop reusable patterns and encourage innovation that will enhance team velocity Contribute to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests Conduct design and code reviews to ensure code developed meets coding best practices guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines Ensure code is sufficiently documented and share knowledge of solutions implemented Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environment, contributing to agile based estimating Work with the scrum team to meet the sprint commitments Your skillset may include: Java Cloud Services development Unit testing DevSecOps awareness using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube Red Hat Openshift container platform or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front-end development using Angular If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Engineer 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 60ph Inside IR35 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 Architect 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 70ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems? Do you have an awareness of DevSecOps? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Architect, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Work with System Architects to translate business goals and high-level requirements into robust software architectures, balancing performance, security, reliability, and compliance Design scalable, flexible, and maintainable architectures for complex geospatial systems using the latest modern cloud-based technologies and tools Identify technical risks early and define pragmatic mitigation strategies Work in an AGILE scrum team, collaborating closely with software engineers, testers, and the Product Owner, providing clear guidance and hands-on architectural support Collaborate with development teams to select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns Ensure delivered solutions align with the agreed architecture and meet both functional and non-functional requirements Produce clear, structured documentation covering architecture decisions and design rationale Contribute to and support technical and architectural reviews Your skillset may include: Strong experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems, preferably in a cloud environment with an awareness of DevSecOps Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery Confidence communicating architectural designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in environments with security, reliability, and compliance constraints, preferably in the geospatial domain A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring and supporting engineering teams If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Architect 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 70ph Inside IR35 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 10, 2026
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Software Architect 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 70ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems? Do you have an awareness of DevSecOps? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Software Architect, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Work with System Architects to translate business goals and high-level requirements into robust software architectures, balancing performance, security, reliability, and compliance Design scalable, flexible, and maintainable architectures for complex geospatial systems using the latest modern cloud-based technologies and tools Identify technical risks early and define pragmatic mitigation strategies Work in an AGILE scrum team, collaborating closely with software engineers, testers, and the Product Owner, providing clear guidance and hands-on architectural support Collaborate with development teams to select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns Ensure delivered solutions align with the agreed architecture and meet both functional and non-functional requirements Produce clear, structured documentation covering architecture decisions and design rationale Contribute to and support technical and architectural reviews Your skillset may include: Strong experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems, preferably in a cloud environment with an awareness of DevSecOps Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery Confidence communicating architectural designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in environments with security, reliability, and compliance constraints, preferably in the geospatial domain A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring and supporting engineering teams If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Software Architect 12 month contract Can be based in Newcastle or Guildford Offering 70ph Inside IR35 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.
Job Title: RF Engineer Location: Barrow in Furness - On-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + benefits Our client, an established defence engineering firm, require an experienced CFD Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Barrow in Furness. Working on cutting-edge marine systems, this is an opportunity to lead cutting-edge work in radar, infrared, visual, and RF signature reduction and contribute directly to the UK's strategic defence capability. Support with relocation costs can be discussed and included in an offer package, subject to HR approval. What the role of the RF Engineer entails: Lead the development of the Stealth Engineering Department's Above Water Signatures capability Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design stealthy equipment and systems Defining technical requirements, test methods, and approval criteria Providing above water signature subject matter expertise at key design review stages Reviewing design documentation to confirm that above water signature requirements are met Leading modelling efforts for radar, infrared, visual, and RF signatures using custom and commercial tools Developing testing methodologies to confirm signature performance Supporting full-scale trials during submarine commissioning Managing research with internal teams and university partners Improving stealth features on in-service submarines What experience you need to be the successful RF Engineer: A degree (or equivalent experience) in Maths, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM field. Experience with modelling software or programming tools. A strong grasp of electromagnetism, radar, or infrared and visual detection technologies. Candidates would need to hold British nationality and have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a RF Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Jun 10, 2026
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Job Title: RF Engineer Location: Barrow in Furness - On-site Role Type: Permanent Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + benefits Our client, an established defence engineering firm, require an experienced CFD Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Barrow in Furness. Working on cutting-edge marine systems, this is an opportunity to lead cutting-edge work in radar, infrared, visual, and RF signature reduction and contribute directly to the UK's strategic defence capability. Support with relocation costs can be discussed and included in an offer package, subject to HR approval. What the role of the RF Engineer entails: Lead the development of the Stealth Engineering Department's Above Water Signatures capability Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design stealthy equipment and systems Defining technical requirements, test methods, and approval criteria Providing above water signature subject matter expertise at key design review stages Reviewing design documentation to confirm that above water signature requirements are met Leading modelling efforts for radar, infrared, visual, and RF signatures using custom and commercial tools Developing testing methodologies to confirm signature performance Supporting full-scale trials during submarine commissioning Managing research with internal teams and university partners Improving stealth features on in-service submarines What experience you need to be the successful RF Engineer: A degree (or equivalent experience) in Maths, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM field. Experience with modelling software or programming tools. A strong grasp of electromagnetism, radar, or infrared and visual detection technologies. Candidates would need to hold British nationality and have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a RF Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
A Chief Executive Officer is required for an established technical consulting and digital business entering a significant new phase of commercial growth and seeking a commercially driven leader to guide the organisation through its next stage of development. The business has built an excellent reputation across multiple specialist market verticals, delivering technically led consultancy, advisory, and data-driven solutions to a broad range of public and private sector clients. Alongside its consulting activities, the business has also developed a proprietary digital platform which the board believes represents a significant long-term commercial opportunity. Having established strong foundations and market credibility, the business now sees significant headroom for further commercial expansion, strategic growth, and increased market penetration across multiple verticals. This is a Chief Executive Officer appointment with full operational, commercial, and strategic responsibility for the business. However, this is not a stewardship role for an executive seeking to operate at a distance from the commercial drivers of the organisation. We are seeking a highly driven commercial leader capable of scaling the business significantly beyond its current position through sales growth, strategic market development, operational leadership, and long-term value creation. The Opportunity The business has developed strong foundations, long-standing customer relationships, and substantial market credibility across a number of specialist sectors. The next phase of growth will require a leader capable of: Driving commercial growth across existing market verticals Expanding and developing new service verticals and revenue streams Personally influencing key customer relationships, strategic partnerships, and major opportunities Leading the preparation and delivery of commercially compelling tenders, frameworks, and bid submissions Refining organisational structure, operating disciplines, and scalable business processes to support future growth Building greater accountability, consistency, and leadership alignment across a fully remote organisation Supporting the commercial evolution of the company s digital and software capabilities alongside the core consulting business Positioning the organisation for future strategic investment, private equity interest, or long-term enterprise value creation This role requires a leader who remains commercially engaged and close to the market. The successful individual will be expected to contribute directly to growth strategy, customer development, major bids, and commercial execution rather than operating purely at board level. Candidate Profile This opportunity is likely to appeal to an ambitious and commercially proven: Managing Director Commercial Director Sales Director Essential Experience required for Chief Executive Officer A strong track record of scaling revenue within technical, consulting, engineering, software, infrastructure, data, or professional services environments Significant success winning and developing business through public sector tenders, framework agreements, strategic bids, and consultative sales processes Experience developing commercially attractive tender responses and leading complex bid activity Strong sales and business development capability, including direct involvement in major customer opportunities Experience operating within businesses or divisions of approximately £20m £60m+ , with exposure to more mature organisational structures, scalable operating models, and growth-focused leadership environments Experience leading fully remote or geographically dispersed teams Strong commercial acumen with full P&L responsibility Experience building scalable organisations, leadership structures, accountability frameworks, and operational processes Exposure to private equity, investors, strategic growth environments, or value creation initiatives Leadership Style & Personal Characteristics Highly commercial and growth-focused Energetic, driven, and execution-oriented Comfortable operating within entrepreneurial and evolving environments Capable of balancing strategic thinking with hands-on commercial leadership Naturally credible with clients, technical specialists, and senior stakeholders Experienced in building rapport, trust, and alignment across teams during periods of organisational change and growth Motivated by building long-term enterprise value rather than simply maintaining an existing operation This appointment will require a leader capable of bringing people with them, creating engagement and confidence internally, and establishing a clear sense of direction as the business continues to evolve and scale. This opportunity is best suited to individuals who still enjoy developing business, shaping markets, building teams, and driving meaningful growth. All discussions will be handled with the strictest confidence. If you would like a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity of Chief Executive Officer, please click the link below to upload your CV and apply. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact me via the details below. Due to the confidential nature of the appointment, shortlisted individuals may be asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) prior to detailed discussions regarding the business, strategic plans, and opportunity.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
A Chief Executive Officer is required for an established technical consulting and digital business entering a significant new phase of commercial growth and seeking a commercially driven leader to guide the organisation through its next stage of development. The business has built an excellent reputation across multiple specialist market verticals, delivering technically led consultancy, advisory, and data-driven solutions to a broad range of public and private sector clients. Alongside its consulting activities, the business has also developed a proprietary digital platform which the board believes represents a significant long-term commercial opportunity. Having established strong foundations and market credibility, the business now sees significant headroom for further commercial expansion, strategic growth, and increased market penetration across multiple verticals. This is a Chief Executive Officer appointment with full operational, commercial, and strategic responsibility for the business. However, this is not a stewardship role for an executive seeking to operate at a distance from the commercial drivers of the organisation. We are seeking a highly driven commercial leader capable of scaling the business significantly beyond its current position through sales growth, strategic market development, operational leadership, and long-term value creation. The Opportunity The business has developed strong foundations, long-standing customer relationships, and substantial market credibility across a number of specialist sectors. The next phase of growth will require a leader capable of: Driving commercial growth across existing market verticals Expanding and developing new service verticals and revenue streams Personally influencing key customer relationships, strategic partnerships, and major opportunities Leading the preparation and delivery of commercially compelling tenders, frameworks, and bid submissions Refining organisational structure, operating disciplines, and scalable business processes to support future growth Building greater accountability, consistency, and leadership alignment across a fully remote organisation Supporting the commercial evolution of the company s digital and software capabilities alongside the core consulting business Positioning the organisation for future strategic investment, private equity interest, or long-term enterprise value creation This role requires a leader who remains commercially engaged and close to the market. The successful individual will be expected to contribute directly to growth strategy, customer development, major bids, and commercial execution rather than operating purely at board level. Candidate Profile This opportunity is likely to appeal to an ambitious and commercially proven: Managing Director Commercial Director Sales Director Essential Experience required for Chief Executive Officer A strong track record of scaling revenue within technical, consulting, engineering, software, infrastructure, data, or professional services environments Significant success winning and developing business through public sector tenders, framework agreements, strategic bids, and consultative sales processes Experience developing commercially attractive tender responses and leading complex bid activity Strong sales and business development capability, including direct involvement in major customer opportunities Experience operating within businesses or divisions of approximately £20m £60m+ , with exposure to more mature organisational structures, scalable operating models, and growth-focused leadership environments Experience leading fully remote or geographically dispersed teams Strong commercial acumen with full P&L responsibility Experience building scalable organisations, leadership structures, accountability frameworks, and operational processes Exposure to private equity, investors, strategic growth environments, or value creation initiatives Leadership Style & Personal Characteristics Highly commercial and growth-focused Energetic, driven, and execution-oriented Comfortable operating within entrepreneurial and evolving environments Capable of balancing strategic thinking with hands-on commercial leadership Naturally credible with clients, technical specialists, and senior stakeholders Experienced in building rapport, trust, and alignment across teams during periods of organisational change and growth Motivated by building long-term enterprise value rather than simply maintaining an existing operation This appointment will require a leader capable of bringing people with them, creating engagement and confidence internally, and establishing a clear sense of direction as the business continues to evolve and scale. This opportunity is best suited to individuals who still enjoy developing business, shaping markets, building teams, and driving meaningful growth. All discussions will be handled with the strictest confidence. If you would like a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity of Chief Executive Officer, please click the link below to upload your CV and apply. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact me via the details below. Due to the confidential nature of the appointment, shortlisted individuals may be asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) prior to detailed discussions regarding the business, strategic plans, and opportunity.
