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Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior ServiceNow Engineer on a contract basis for a 12-month duration, located in Farnborough. In this role, you will utilise your expertise in ITIL v2 and ITIL to drive the implementation and enhancement of ServiceNow capabilities within the organisation, supporting critical initiatives and platform maturity. Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver ServiceNow solutions focusing on CSM and ITIL-based workflows, ensuring alignment with agreed requirements and timelines. Lead and execute ServiceNow integrations with enterprise platforms using REST APIs and standard integration patterns. Produce technical designs, configurations, and build artifacts that adhere to internal standards and are supportable. Optimise workflows, business rules, notifications, UI Policies, and Forms to streamline IT and business processes. Implement and enhance Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes aligned with ITIL best practices. Contribute to the evolution of the ServiceNow roadmap by providing expert recommendations and delivering agreed enhancements. Provide knowledge transfer, clear documentation, and handover to internal teams at specified points during the engagement. Job Requirements: Extensive hands-on experience in ServiceNow delivery, particularly with CSM and ITIL workflows. Proficiency with ServiceNow CSM, ITSM/ITIL, ITOM (beneficial), and CSDM. Experience in delivering ServiceNow integrations using REST APIs. Solid understanding of ServiceNow platform architecture and best practices. Working knowledge of JavaScript, ServiceNow scripting, and web technologies (HTML, AJAX). Ability to translate business requirements into pragmatic technical solutions. ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) certification is essential; additional certifications are desirable. Ways of Working: Outcome-driven with a focus on delivery quality and timelines. Comfortable working independently or within agile delivery teams. Engages professionally with stakeholders while maintaining contractor independence. Produces clear documentation and implementation guidance. If you are an experienced Senior ServiceNow Engineer with a passion for enhancing platform capabilities within a secure environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Farnborough.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods You will need to hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have relevant equivalent experience The Vehicle Control Team: As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods You will need to hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have relevant equivalent experience The Vehicle Control Team: As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods You will need to hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have relevant equivalent experience The Vehicle Control Team: As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods You will need to hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have relevant equivalent experience The Vehicle Control Team: As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Title : Software Engineer (Front-office) Company : Systematic Quant Fund Location : Cambridge (very flexible) Salary : Up to 65,000 (Plus P&L-linked bonuses) Experience level : 0-4 years' experience Company : An elite ML-driven systematic quant fund (on the precipice of becoming fully proprietary) are providing a very rare opportunity for someone to join their boutique operation and be part of an elite development team at a critical point in the business' journey as they become a prop-shop. The team is highly experienced in the trading sector, formed of senior team members within heavy hitters in the industry, with previous employees going on to work at the likes of Citadel. Fortunately, due to the high-trust culture of the business, you will quickly gain significant work-from-home and work-from-anywhere flexibility. Role : You will be joining the team at a genuinely important moment, playing a very significant role in shaping the future of the business. You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of their low-latency trading platform as well as the management of infrastructure such as data feeds and trade-execution. About you: 0-4 years' experience (you could be a top graduate) Python proficiency (ideally your main language) Exposure to C++, Rust or C# (desirable) Ability to write performance-critical multithreaded code Interest in trading Genuine interest in technology Interest in maximising performance improvements Interest in high-availability systems with strict 99.999% uptime requirements Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods You will need to hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have relevant equivalent experience The Vehicle Control Team: As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods You will need to hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have relevant equivalent experience The Vehicle Control Team: As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are looking for a motivated junior developer to join a growing technology team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1-2 years' experience who is eager to build their skills in Salesforce development or front-end/back-end development. What you'll be doing: Assisting in the design, development, and support of applications Working with Salesforce or web technologies to deliver solutions Writing clean, efficient code in Java, JavaScript, HTML and CSS Supporting senior developers on projects and learning best practices Debugging, testing, and maintaining existing systems Skills & experience we're looking for: 1-2 years' development experience Familiarity with Salesforce development OR strong skills in Java/JavaScript, HTML, CSS Understanding of coding best practices and eagerness to learn new technologies Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Nice to have (not essential): Exposure to Salesforce or any other CRM systems Knowledge of modern frameworks or libraries (e.g. React, Angular, Node.js) Why apply? Career progression into Salesforce development or full-stack engineering Supportive team environment with mentoring Opportunity to grow technical skills across multiple platforms 49923MSR3 INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

PRINCIPAL AI CONSULTANT Remote role with travel to client sites as required Lead the delivery of enterprise-scale AI solutions for a growing consultancy Highly client-facing role with influence across strategy, architecture, and delivery Work with Azure AI Foundry, Databricks, MLOps, and cutting-edge agentic AI technologies ABOUT THE CLIENT We're partnering with a growing consultancy at the forefront of AI and data innovation, helping organisations unlock greater value through modern engineering and intelligent solutions. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Principal AI Consultant to join the business and play a key role in shaping both client solutions and the wider AI capability. This is a highly consultative position suited to someone who is confident operating in client-facing environments and able to build trust quickly with senior stakeholders. THE BENEFITS Remote working with travel to client sites as required Opportunity to lead and grow a high-performing AI engineering team Exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies, including LLMs and agentic frameworks Work across a broad range of industries and enterprise-scale projects Strong focus on learning, innovation, and career progression Collaborative, people-first culture THE PRINCIPAL AI CONSULTANT ROLE You will act as both a technical leader and trusted advisor, helping clients navigate complex AI initiatives with confidence. This role requires someone who can simplify highly technical concepts, guide conversations with clarity, and create confidence amongst both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will lead workshops, shape AI strategies, influence delivery decisions, and ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and commercially valuable. Alongside hands-on engineering leadership, you will mentor teams, define best practices, and help grow the wider AI capability. The successful candidate will be someone who naturally puts stakeholders at ease, commands credibility in the room, and thrives in environments where communication and relationship-building are just as important as technical expertise. PRINCIPAL AI CONSULTANT - ESSENTIAL SKILLS Previous experience working within a consultancy or client-facing environment Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to influence and build trust with senior business and technical stakeholders Proven experience delivering AI solutions into production Strong Python/software engineering background Experience with Azure AI Foundry, Azure ML, Databricks, AWS SageMaker, Bedrock, or similar platforms Strong understanding of MLOps, CI/CD, observability, and production AI delivery Experience leading engineering teams and mentoring technical professionals Ability to lead workshops, shape solutions, and support decision-making in complex environments TO BE CONSIDERED Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS AI Consulting, AI Engineering, Stakeholder Management, Python, Azure AI Foundry, Databricks, MLOps, AWS SageMaker, Bedrock, Machine Learning, Cloud, AI Strategy, Technical Leadership

Reporting to: Finance Director Start Date: Immediate Working Hours: Mon Fri, 9am 5pm Probation Period: 6 months Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Job Location: Office Based SCOPE The Financial Controller is a senior-level responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with financial regulations, and the overall financial health of the company. The Financial Controller acts as a bridge between the finance department and executive management, providing insights and guidance on financial matters to support strategic decision-making. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. This includes managing the month-end and year-end closing processes, consolidating financial data, balance sheet reconciliation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The Financial Controller will also prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external entities, such as auditors and regulatory bodies. Budgeting and Forecasting The Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and the commercial team to develop budgets that align with the organisation s strategic goals. The Financial Controller will also monitor performance, analyses variances, and provides forecasts to anticipate future financial trends and challenges. Internal Controls and Compliance Ensuring robust internal controls, design and implement control systems to safeguard the organisation s assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial regulations such as GAAP or IFRS, undertake regular review of the process with the FD and provide guidance to the board on proposed changes. Cash Flow Management Monitor cash flow, manage working capital requirements, and ensure that the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations. Develop, alongside the commercial team, strategies to optimise cash flow and reduce financial risks. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Analytical Skills Interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights, identify trends, assess financial performance, and make recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights that support strategic decision making. Leadership and Communication Act as the deputy to the FD, providing direct advice and guidance to the Directors/Managers and to the Board as required by the FD or other leadership, and as required external parties such as funders, investors, regulatory bodies and external auditors. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively, ensuring that stakeholders are informed and engaged. To mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively. Technical Proficiency A deep understanding of accounting principles, financial software, and regulatory requirements, be proficient in using financial management systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy. Strategic Thinking Aligning financial management with the organisation s long-term objectives, evaluating financial risks and opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to the development of business strategies. Budgeting and Forecasting Ability to create detailed budgets and forecasts that can be cascaded through teams, working closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure that budgets meet the overall objectives of the business. Regularly review forecasts taking account of market and operational risks and advise senior management accordingly QUALIFICATIONS . A bachelor s or master s degree in finance, accounting. As a minimum we require one of the following accreditations (Fully Qualified or Part Qualified) Chartered Accountant (CA): Recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Chartered Management Accountant (CMA): Offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) TECHNICAL SKILLS Key technical skills include: Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and analysing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ability to explain and illustrate complex information in a manner that is clearly understood. Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to develop, manage, and analyse budgets and financial forecasts to guide strategic decision making. Accounting Software: Expertise in using accounting software preferably construction focused such as 4PS/Business Central or Coins or as a minimum platform such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or Sage for financial management and reporting. Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Project Accounting: Proficiency in Job Costing ability to prepare reliable cost to complete data and align with income. Regulatory Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and compliance This includes but is not limited to: UK GAAP and IFRS: Knowledge of UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential for accurate financial reporting. Tax Regulations: Familiarity with UK tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies. Audit Processes: Understanding of internal and external audit processes to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Soft Skills Leadership and Management: Ability to lead and manage finance teams, providing guidance and support to achieve organizational goals. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying financial issues and developing effective solutions to address them. Diligence: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance. EXPERIENCE Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in a contractor or engineering consultant, and full understanding of operational requirement in the construction industry including the specific risks which are present in the transaction cycle. People Responsibility: A history of managing and developing high performing teams fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment,

PHP Developer Location: Greater Manchester (Office-Based) Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Performance Bonus Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time About the Opportunity SF Technology is partnering with an innovative technology business that is transforming how organisations use data, analytics and emerging AI technologies to make smarter decisions. We're looking for a talented PHP Developer to join a growing team building customer-facing platforms, data-driven applications and AI-enabled products. This is an opportunity to work on meaningful technical challenges, influence product development, and be part of a business that is embracing AI as a core part of its future. If you're passionate about modern software development, enjoy solving complex problems, and are excited by the opportunities AI creates for developers, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a PHP Developer, you'll play a key role in developing and enhancing a suite of web-based products used by customers across multiple sectors. You'll work across the full development lifecycle, building robust backend services, integrating APIs, creating intuitive user interfaces, and helping shape the future direction of the platform. You'll also be encouraged to leverage AI-powered development tools and workflows to improve productivity, accelerate delivery and enhance the quality of solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain PHP-based web applications Build and integrate REST APIs and third-party services Develop responsive and user-friendly front-end experiences Create data-driven dashboards and reporting functionality Contribute to technical architecture and best practices Collaborate with developers, stakeholders and leadership teams Utilise AI-assisted development tools to improve efficiency and quality Support the development of AI-enabled functionality within customer-facing products Skills & Experience Essential Commercial PHP development experience Strong understanding of modern web application development Experience integrating APIs and external services Front-end development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) Strong SQL and database knowledge Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects Genuine interest in AI and emerging technologies Desirable Laravel or Symfony experience Experience building SaaS or product-based applications Cloud platform exposure (AWS or similar) Experience working with large datasets Data visualisation or dashboard development experience Familiarity with AI development tools such as Copilot, Cursor or Claude Code About You You'll be someone who enjoys learning, experimenting and improving how software is built. You'll be naturally curious, technically strong and comfortable working in an environment where new ideas are encouraged. This role would suit someone who wants to deepen their technical expertise, work closely with decision-makers, and have a genuine impact on the products they help create. What's On Offer? Salary between £50,000 and £70,000 Performance-related bonus scheme Opportunity to work with modern AI-assisted development practices High levels of ownership and autonomy Exposure to cutting-edge product development Direct access to senior leadership and decision-makers Career development focused on technical growth and expertise Collaborative and ambitious team environment If you're excited by modern software engineering, AI-enabled development and building products that solve real-world problems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through SF Technology.

Senior Cloud Security Engineer (London or Bristol) We are HealthHero, Europe's largest digital clinic. Join us at a pivotal moment as we scale our digital healthcare platform across Europe - giving you the chance to shape security at the heart of a fast-growing, AI-driven business. We are recruiting an exciting Senior Cloud Security Engineer on an initial 12 month fixed term contract, with a view to becoming permanent - based in either our London or Bristol office two days per week. About the role This role will form a fundamental part of a growing PlatformSecurity function, where the team covers application security, cloud security, security operations, culture and risk management. As a tech-centric organisation the Information Security team will play a critical part in embedding a security-first mindset into application development and continuous application monitoring. This role will co-own the cloud security posture and tooling across HealthHero's AWS and Azure estates and have the opportunity to tackle cloud security with an international scope. The role will be supported by a multidisciplinary force of Infrastructure, Data Governance and Engineering team leads with a security focus as part of their remit. The role has a focus on infrastructure and cloud networking when it comes to security posture. As an experienced Cloud Security Engineer, your working day will include but not be limited to: DevSecOps & SDLC Champion integration of security testing into CI/CD pipelines across all development teams and usage of automated security gates: SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, secrets detection Enable self-serve security tooling for development teams Ability to set up development environment Cloud Security Own cloud security posture management using Wiz (or similar CSPM) Define and enforce cloud security baselines, guardrails, and policies in AWS Implement and maintain IaC security scanning for Terraform Manage IAM policies, network segmentation, and secrets management Configure and tune SIEM (or similar) for cloud-focused detection Establish logging, monitoring, and alerting requirements based on threat modelling Investigate and respond to cloud security events Risk & Compliance Identify, articulate, and escalate security risks to senior leadership with mitigation plans Track and remediate vulnerabilities across infrastructure Manage customer initiatives related to due diligence when required to Support and develop annual programme of Penetration Testing and associated remediations Stakeholder Engagement Partner with internal and stakeholder management to support any requirements from the security function - particularly governance and accreditation requirements across different countries Provide expertise on emerging threats and vulnerabilities Support response to customer/client due diligence requests with timely and accurate information regarding vulnerability exposure Key Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience in application security, DevSecOps, or cloud security Strong understanding of cloud networking Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure) Ability to read and write IAC (Terraform) code, comfortable with IAC lifecycles Familiarity with container security and Kubernetes Understanding of secure coding, penetration testing techniques, SIEM, and vulnerability management Strong technical skills relevant to Information Security such as secure coding standards, ethical hacking techniques, network security and risk analysis Understanding of managing Secure Development Lifecycle and Vulnerability Management. Understanding and practical experience of ISO27001:2022 controls and audit processes Desirable AWS Security Specialty or similar certification Experience in regulated environments (healthcare, financial services) Familiarity with NHS DSPT Technical knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements Hands-on with CI/CD security tooling and pipeline integration Interest in learning other countries health and security regulations (France / UK / IR / DE) About us We exist to simplify healthcare and improve lives by making care feel instant, intelligent and human. HealthHero is Europe's largest digital health provider , delivering 4 million consultations per year. But we're just getting started. We've built a seamless digital clinic that brings body and mind together - from GP appointments and mental health support to long-term condition management. By sitting behind the world's leading insurers and employers and supporting public health systems, we make it easier for millions of people to get the care they need, exactly when they need it. We are a high-growth, capital-backed business with a sophisticated scale strategy. Our team is a unique blend of those with strong digital experience, management consultants, creatives and industry-leading clinical experts. We aren't just digitising appointments; we're building the next generation of healthcare. We're creating an AI-powered, always-on ecosystem that learns from every interaction to shift the needle from reactive treatment to proactive, sustainable health. At HealthHero, we are digital when it should be and human where it counts. Join us, and help build a next generation health system the world is waiting for. We're proud to be recognised as a which reflects our commitment to creating a supportive and engaging culture. We have also been featured as the fastest growing digital healthcare company of scale in the first Sunday Times 100 Tech list. This recognition shows our impact in the digital health sector and our dedication to innovation and excellence. Committed to achieving excellence in the delivery of person-centred care, we invest in people, resources and technology to continuously improve the quality of its services and organisational culture.

Job Title: Infrastructure & Identity Access Management (IAM) Architect Location: London (Hybrid) Contract Type: Permanent Overview We are seeking a senior Infrastructure & IAM Architect to lead the design, evolution, and governance of identity, access management, and supporting infrastructure within a global professional services environment. This is a strategic architecture role with deep hands-on influence, focused on enterprise-scale IAM , privileged access, authentication, and zero trust principles across hybrid and cloud platforms. You'll work closely with Security, Platform Engineering, and Infrastructure teams to strengthen identity security, reduce risk, and improve user experience at global scale. The role suits an experienced IAM architect who enjoys setting standards, driving modern identity practices, and influencing senior stakeholders across a complex organisation. Key Responsibilities Identity & Access Architecture Define and maintain enterprise IAM architecture , covering identity life cycle, access governance, and privileged access management. Design secure authentication and authorisation patterns using OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, and LDAP . Lead implementation of Conditional Access , risk-based authentication, and device/state-based access controls. Embed zero trust and least-privilege principles across all enterprise applications and privileged roles. Privileged Access & Security Integration Architect and enhance Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities, including approval workflows and continuous monitoring. Champion identity threat detection and response (ITDR) approaches to mitigate identity-based attacks. Integrate IAM with HR, IT, and engineering systems to support automated joiner/mover/leaver processes. Assess IAM-related vulnerabilities and design remediation strategies. Infrastructure & Governance Own global Firewall architecture and design , aligning identity, network, and access strategies. Support Azure Policies, guardrails, and audit readiness aligned to security and compliance standards. Guide the hardening and operation of Active Directory (on-prem and Entra ID/Azure AD). Produce reference architectures, design standards, runbooks, and technical documentation. Strategy, Collaboration & Innovation Track emerging IAM technologies (eg passwordless, adaptive access, decentralised identity). Work with vendors on roadmaps, governance, and security notifications. Communicate architectural decisions clearly to senior IT and business leaders. Promote consistent identity and infrastructure standards across regions. Skills & Experience Experience 7-10 years' experience in IAM, identity engineering, or architecture within large or enterprise environments. Strong experience leading complex IAM design initiatives at scale. Background in global or multi-jurisdictional organisations strongly preferred. Technical Expertise Deep expertise in Microsoft identity platforms (Entra ID/Azure AD, on-prem AD). Strong hands-on experience with RBAC, entitlement management, and automated provisioning. Proficiency with PowerShell and REST APIs for identity automation. Understanding of network security concepts and their interaction with IAM (Firewalls, segmentation, remote access). Experience with Azure Policy, landing zones, and security guardrails. Certifications (Required/Preferred) Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (required). CISSP (preferred). Azure Cybersecurity Architect/Expert (preferred). CIAM or equivalent identity certifications (highly desirable). Personal Attributes Strong communicator able to explain complex identity concepts clearly. Confident, consultative, and comfortable challenging the status quo. Highly collaborative across security, engineering, and business teams. Structured, detail-oriented, and resilient under pressure. High discretion when handling sensitive information. Why Apply? This is a high-impact architecture role offering ownership of identity and access strategy at enterprise scale. You'll shape modern IAM practices, influence security posture globally, and work with cutting-edge Microsoft identity technologies in a complex professional services environment.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter. Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Technical Developer to provide hands-on technical leadership within a client delivery team. You will be responsible for driving engineering standards, code quality, and the technical direction of a work package, ensuring the delivery of secure, maintainable, and high-quality software aligned with client engineering standards. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the technical design and implementation of features across cloud and data centre work packages. Define and enforce coding standards, code review processes, and secure development practices in line with client GitHub standards. Mentor and support senior and full-stack developers, ensuring consistent engineering excellence across the team. Collaborate closely with Solution Architects to ensure implementation aligns with approved architecture and technology standards. Lead technical onboarding activities and knowledge transfer to client personnel and successor suppliers. Architecture & Documentation Produce and contribute to architecture documentation and Technical Design Authority (TDA) artefacts at work package level. Ensure technical documentation is maintained to a high standard. DevOps & Security Own and maintain CI/CD pipeline quality using Azure DevOps. Contribute to the design and maintenance of automated deployment pipelines. Drive DevSecOps best practices, including: SAST/DAST security scanning Dependency management Environment segregation Secure software development practices Quality & Compliance Ensure all solutions meet WCAG AA accessibility standards. Provide guidance on the appropriate use of AI-assisted coding tools within approved enterprise environments. Security Clearance Requirement SC (Security Check) clearance is mandatory for this role. Candidates must be eligible to obtain SC clearance. Eligibility typically requires: British nationality, or A minimum of 5 years' continuous UK residency Clearance sponsorship will be provided upon appointment. Core Languages - Mandatory .NET (Core 10.0, Framework 4.8) & C# Extensive hands-on experience with .NET Core and .NET Framework 4.8 in production environments. Proficiency in C# with strong knowledge of modern design patterns, SOLID principles, and high- availability architectures. Python [MANDATORY] Proven Python development experience including use of Astral UV and virtual environments. Ability to build, maintain, and extend Python-based services and tooling within a DevSecOps context. JavaScript/TypeScript Cloud & DevOps - Mandatory Azure DevOps - CI/CD pipeline design, management, and optimisation. Infrastructure as Code - Terraform and/or Bicep. Containerisation - Docker, Kubernetes, or equivalent orchestration platforms. Cloud-native development on Microsoft Azure. Development Practices - Mandatory RESTful API design, development, and life cycle management. Secure development practices including SAST/DAST tooling and dependency management. Code review leadership - ability to set and enforce standards across a team. Technical documentation produced to a high standard. WCAG AA accessibility compliance across all developed solutions. Location (Mandatory) Ability to work on-site in Taunton, Somerset a minimum of 2 days per week . Desirable Skills & Experience Legacy Windows technologies - Win32, WPF, MFC/ATL, COM, MSI packaging. [DESIRABLE] Geospatial data formats - GeoJSON, MBTiles, GML. [DESIRABLE] MOD Secure by Design and NCSC software security standards. [DESIRABLE] Technology Stack Backend .NET Core 10.0, .NET Framework 4.8, C#, Python, REST APIs, Microservices Frontend JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, WCAG AA Cloud & DevOps Microsoft Azure, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Terraform, Bicep, Docker, Kubernetes Security SAST/DAST, Secure by Design, NCSC Standards, SC Clearance Tools Git, Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps Boards Additional Information This role requires eligibility for SC Security Clearance. Candidates without existing clearance will be supported through the vetting process upon appointment. Please note that attendance in Taunton, Somerset, a minimum of two days per week , is a firm requirement of this engagement. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.

Job Title: Lead Data Scientist Salary: London: £60,670 - £67,500 / National: £57,670 - £64,500. Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: This post is available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis, and flexible working hours can be accommodated. Location: London. Any applicants who are already NISTA staff can also apply to be based from their existing locations in Birmingham (23 Stephenson Street), or Leeds (2 Whitehall Quay). About the Team Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and ambitious team who are always finding new ways to drive better use of data, right in the heart of central government? The NISTA Data & Insight Team brings together data scientists, engineers, analysts and digital professionals who genuinely care about learning from each other, sharing ideas and making things happen. Together we turn rich, high-value project data into analysis, insights and tools that support people across government, from project delivery teams to senior leaders in HMT, the Cabinet Office and No10, to make decisions that shape how the UK delivers its biggest and most complex projects. Working with the Government Major Projects Portfolio, the 10 year Infrastructure Pipeline and other project delivery data, your work will directly influence how major programmes are planned, delivered and improved. Over the last two years, the team has undergone a significant transformation, digitising large-scale project data collection and overhauling our digital and data infrastructure. This enables us to create high-impact dashboards and analytics as well as drive the development of AI tools. It means we can develop and share quickly, resulting in rapid iterative development with our users. And we continue to evolve, improve our capability and develop our skills. In this role, you'll be joining a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, where you can grow your skills, tackle meaningful challenges and make a real impact on the future of government delivery. About the Job The Lead Data Scientist is a key management role within NISTA Data and Insight team. You will balance technical expertise with leadership and communication skills, to develop bespoke data science products to be used across NISTA, HM Treasury and the wider UK government. Working in close partnership with others in NISTA's Data and Insight management team, you will help shape the direction for how we use data, generate insight and develop AI enabled capabilities. In this role you will: Lead our Insight Workstream Maintaining, developing and deploying a range of data science products (including Python Plotly Dash apps, Next.js apps and advanced analytical (ML and AI) tools) on our cloud-based technology stack (AWS) Finding new opportunities to create value for the organisation and identifying emerging technologies to develop new products Building and maintaining positive relationships with a range of partners, including colleagues across multiple departments, to embed user-centric data science products Work to expand and develop our advanced analytical offering for Project Delivery Function, including building and embedding advanced AI tools across government Provide guidance to team members on best practices in coding, analysis, and usage of data, including use of Git for version control and Data Engineering principles Be an excellent line manager, with the ability to motivate people to deliver and perform at their best even in challenging circumstances Foster a culture of experimentation and learning, working with others in the management team to drive our Innovation workstream e.g. hackathons and innovation days Champion the role of data, digital and analysis in supporting organisational priorities and communicating data science outputs confidently to senior leaders and ministers About You We are seeking people who: Have the ability to produce high-quality code in at least one language (e.g. Python) Have experience working with a cloud computing platform (e.g. AWS) Have experience leading data science projects to solve problems creatively. Have the ability to translate complex analysis into insights to communicate to non-technical audiences to achieve impact Some of the Benefits our people love! 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus 8 public holidays and the King's birthday (unless you have a legacy arrangement as an existing Civil Servant). Additionally, we operate flexitime systems, allowing employees to take up to an additional 2 days off each month Flexible working patterns (part-time, job-share, condensed hours) Generous parental and adoption leave packages Access to a generous Defined Benefit pension scheme with employer contributions of 28.97% Access to a cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme and season ticket advances A range of active staff networks, based around interests (e.g. analysts, music society, sports and social club) and diversity For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at .

Senior Front End Developers (React, TypeScript) Guildford, Surrey (Office-Based) £70000 - £100000 + 25% Bonus, 10% Pension, Private Medical. Must haves: - Must work 5 days per week in the office in Guildford. - Must have worked in a Senior Developer role already. Your new company This leading engineering software provider is expanding its Front End capability with 2 new Senior React hires as part of a major modernisation of its global product suite. You will be working in their state-of-the-art offices in the heart of Guildford 5 days per week, close to the University and with excellent transport links to London and the surrounding areas in Surrey. You'll join a business with decades of experience taking them to a market leading position. Building on an impressive 2025 they pushed over 100 headcount and have the investment and product positioning to double this in the next 1-2 years. Your new role You will join a newly created internal Front End Engineering function within a very well-established R&D Engineering team of over 50 Engineers. You will be modernising a long established suite of desktop products into high performance, web native applications. This is a senior, hands-on position where you will lead the delivery of modern user interfaces, scalable component frameworks and robust Front End architectures. You will work closely with product managers, UX specialists and Back End engineers to translate complex scientific and engineering workflows into intuitive, high quality user experiences. You will help establish engineering standards, contribute to architectural decisions and mentor junior developers as the team scales. It's an R&D environment where problem solving, constant communication and taking ownership is encouraged as part of your daily responsibilities. If you're looking for a role helping to solve real-world problems this would be a great fit. What you'll need to succeed We are looking for Senior level experience as a Front End Engineer with deep hands-on expertise in modern web development, including mentoring others and establishing Front End standards. 6+ years working with modern JavaScript frameworks, namely React and supporting by TypeScript. Must have strong Front End architecture experience building scalable UI systems, extending to component-based design and web application performance. The main desirable is Electron experience, alongside contributions to platform level UI and previous work within scientific or engineering organisations. What you'll get in return You'll work for a technology focused company building innovative products. There's an excellent rewards scheme in place including an annual bonus up to 25%, 10% pension match, private healthcare, 28 days holiday and long term sick cover. There is parking on site or a shuttle bus for train commuters to Guildford and a modern office space with excellent amenities and the company offer relocation assistance for those moving to the area. What you need to do now To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director. At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Senior Applications Engineer / Hybrid, Lancaster / Full Time / £60,000 to £70,000 Quantum Base is a pioneering deep-tech spin-out from Lancaster University, and we have invented Q-ID - a world-leading, anti-counterfeit technology solution for brand protection and security printing. Q-IDs cannot be counterfeited or photocopied, can be applied to virtually any physical product, and can be instantly authenticated using any standard smartphone. With 11 years of deep R&D backing us, our mission is to create a new global standard in security. Our largest client is a prestigious security printer utilizing Q-IDs for a major government tax stamp programme. The Senior Applications Engineer Role: As our first external hire into the Customer Implementation Function , this is a unique opportunity to take true ownership and shape how we scale. We are seeking a senior, hands-on engineer to accelerate the rollout of our technology in real-world customer environments-guiding clients from initial technical conversations, through live trials, and into paying production. Our technology sits at the fascinating intersection of mobile, cloud, manufacturing, machine vision, and materials science. You will be highly comfortable working at the boundary of the physical and digital worlds, confident in solving unprecedented problems, and keen to leverage automation and AI to build scalable, repeatable playbooks. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Applications Engineer: Partner with the commercial team as the senior technical voice, setting realistic expectations regarding risks, dependencies, and timelines. Lead customer trials from inception to completion, integrating our technology seamlessly into client systems and operational workflows. Spend time on-site during live production tests, rapidly diagnosing and resolving issues across hardware, software, and manufacturing points. Build repeatable tools, processes, and playbooks to allow multiple, parallel customer implementations to run concurrently. Train customer teams to ensure they are production-ready, and feed field-tested insights back into our internal Platform and Materials teams. Skills and Experience: Experience in applications, field, or implementation engineering, with sharp troubleshooting instincts during live trials, commissioning, or production ramp-ups. Strong experience implementing solutions that combine physical hardware with software workflows (e.g., mobile SDKs, cloud APIs). Prior experience in a startup or scale-up environment, demonstrating practical judgment amidst ambiguity and a track record of optimizing delivery processes. Exceptional communication skills, confident engaging with engineering, operations, and IT stakeholders. Comfort utilizing AI tools for speed and process execution is highly valued. Ability to work from our Lancaster office 3-4 days a week (during active programmes) and a willingness to travel regularly to UK and international customer sites. Experience with machine vision systems, production/print lines, or Quality Control (QC) systems. Experience within the security printing, anti-counterfeit, or brand protection industries. What's on Offer? £60k - £70k base salary + annual performance bonus + participation in the company share scheme. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Hybrid working model and flexible working hours. A comprehensive relocation package is available if you are looking to move closer to Lancaster. Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and a continually evolving benefits package. How to Apply If you are a senior engineer who thrives on being close to the real problem, loves working directly with customers, and enjoys making complex systems work in live production, we want to hear from you. Apply today to shape the future of global brand security.