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Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.

Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context 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.

DevSecOps Consultant Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) Inside IR35 We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture/design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth. Key Responsibilities: Define and implement secure architecture patterns across engineering platforms (CI/CD, build systems, runtime environments) Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and gap analysis across platforms and pipelines Develop and embed DevSecOps best practices, including secure pipeline design and automated controls Establish and enforce security baselines using policy-as-code Build and deliver security roadmaps, prioritising risk and regulatory requirements Partner with engineering and platform teams to remediate vulnerabilities and improve security posture Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating technical risks into business impact Key Requirements: Proven background in hands-on DevSecOps Engineering, now operating in a design/architecture-focused role Strong experience across both AWS and GCP (essential) Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, build tools, artifact repositories, and developer platforms Expertise in secure software delivery, vulnerability management, and platform security Experience with threat modelling, security frameworks, and maturity assessments Strong knowledge of application security, network security, and cloud security principles Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable: Experience in financial services or regulated environments Knowledge of Kubernetes and container security Familiarity with supply chain security, SBOM, and secure development practices Relevant certifications (eg CISSP, CISM, CCSP) This is a key role focused on shaping and embedding secure-by-design engineering practices across a complex, enterprise environment, with strong influence across both technology and security functions. More details available on successful application.

Java Developer - Cloud Services + 12 month initial contract + Hybrid working out of Newcastle + SC Cleared role + 70 p/h - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + Java Developer + Cloud Services + RedHat/Kubernetes Role Overview - The Software Engineer will join our 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 our 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. 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 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

About This Role Security Engineer - DevSecOps We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer with strong software engineering foundations and deep expertise in secure development practices. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with source code management, CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native environments, and secure code review processes. You will play a key role in identifying vulnerabilities, improving developer security practices, and embedding security into modern engineering workflows. Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Expert-level knowledge of Git and modern version control workflows Strong frontend and backend development experience Hands-on application security experience in modern engineering environments Experience performing manual and automated secure code reviews Practical experience with Wiz Code Strong Python scripting and automation skills Experience with Kubernetes security and containerised environments Strong AWS cloud security knowledge Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps principles Familiarity with software engineering best practices and SDLC processes Security Expertise Secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation OWASP Top 10 and common application security risks Static and dynamic application security testing concepts Secrets management and dependency security Threat modelling and risk analysis Soft Skills Ability to communicate effectively with developers and engineering leadership Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Collaborative mindset with a pragmatic approach to security Ability to balance security requirements with engineering productivity Preferred Qualifications Experience working in high-scale cloud-native environments Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.) Knowledge of container security and Kubernetes hardening Experience integrating security tools into developer workflows Ideal Candidate Profile You are someone who: Thinks like an engineer and understands developer challenges Can read, understand, and assess production-grade code Is comfortable working across security, infrastructure, and engineering teams Enjoy improving developer security practices through collaboration rather than gatekeeping Understands modern DevSecOps and cloud-native application architectures

Application 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 Application 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 You will own security across the software development lifecycle, embedding automated security testing into CI/CD pipelines and enabling development teams to ship secure code quickly. This role works closely with UK and France engineering teams. As an experienced Application Security Engineer, your working day will include but not be limited to: DevSecOps & Pipeline Security Implement and maintain security testing in GitLab CI pipelines Configure and tune SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, and secrets detection Build automated security gates that balance rigour with delivery velocity Enable self-serve security tooling for development teams Contribute code and patches to security tooling and configurations Secure Development Define and enforce secure coding standards Conduct security-focused code reviews and threat modelling for new features Provide remediation guidance for application vulnerabilities Train and support developers on secure coding practices Vulnerability Management Triage, patch and track application vulnerabilities through to remediation Manage dependency vulnerabilities and upgrade cycles Report on application security posture to senior leadership Risk & Compliance Embed GDPR and healthcare regulatory requirements into development processes Support DCB0129 clinical safety compliance for software changes Support customer security due diligence and audits Support ISO27001:2022 ISMS controls and audit process Key Skills and Experience Essential: 3+ years in application security, DevSecOps, and secure software development Hands-on experience with CI/CD security integration (GitLab CI or similar) Familiarity with SAST/DAST tooling and dependency scanning Understanding of common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10) and remediation Previous experience working as a back end or full stack developer Knowledge of GDPR and data protection legislation Strong communicator; able to translate security requirements for developers Desirable: Development background with security focus Familiarity with SIEM platforms (Snowbit, Splunk, Sentinel) Experience with CSPM tooling (Wiz, Prisma Cloud, or similar) Penetration testing or bug bounty experience Experience in regulated environments (healthcare, financial services) Familiarity with threat modelling frameworks (STRIDE, PASTA) 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. What we offer A full induction training programme, which will be undertaken via Microsoft Teams. An opportunity to work as part of an experienced team who are passionate in their field, supportive, diverse and dynamic. 25 days leave. Bank Holidays and your birthday off as leave. Regular 1-2-1s with your line Manager. 24/7 on-call staff support. Auto-enrolment pension scheme. Health Scheme and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Life Insurance Scheme. Apply If you are interested in making a difference and believe this role is a good fit for you, we would love to hear from you. If you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team at Hybrid: London or Bristol (There is a requirement to work in the office for a minimum of two days per week) Closing date for applications: Friday 29 May (5pm) Additional information We reserve the right to close this job in the event we receive a sufficient number of applications. Please note that we are unfortunately unable to offer a sponsor licence to candidates who require sponsorship from their employer.

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, JavaScript, Node) Location: Hybrid working within Hampshire / West Sussex Salary: Competitive + benefits We're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis. The Role Lead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+) Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modelling Build proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of work Break down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managers Develop and deliver production-ready code across the full stack Ensure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and security Support and improve live systems once deployed Influence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering function Tech Environment You'll work with a modern stack including: Node.js microservices JavaScript & TypeScript Vue.js Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake AWS cloud infrastructure CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices About You Strong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years) 5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experience Solid background in system design and scalable architectures Experience building large, production SaaS platforms A clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code) Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environments A commercial mindset when designing and delivering software Excellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders Interest in using AI to accelerate and improve software development A passion for performance, security and engineering best practice Degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experience What's On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working (1 day per week in the Fareham office) Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS business Strong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement Supportive, collaborative working environment Community and charity initiatives, including volunteer days Send your CV across to me on email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, JavaScript, Node) Location: Hybrid working within Hampshire Salary: Competitive + benefits We're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis. The Role Lead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+) Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modelling Build proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of work Break down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managers Develop and deliver production-ready code across the full stack Ensure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and security Support and improve live systems once deployed Influence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering function Tech Environment You'll work with a modern stack including: Node.js microservices JavaScript & TypeScript Vue.js Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake AWS cloud infrastructure CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices About You Strong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years) 5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experience Solid background in system design and scalable architectures Experience building large, production SaaS platforms A clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code) Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environments A commercial mindset when designing and delivering software Excellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders Interest in using AI to accelerate and improve software development A passion for performance, security and engineering best practice Degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experience What's On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working (1 day per week in the Fareham office) Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS business Strong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement Supportive, collaborative working environment Community and charity initiatives, including volunteer days Send your CV across to me on email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Technical Lead Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, JavaScript, Node) Location: Hybrid working within Hampshire Salary: Competitive + benefits We're working with a fast-growing UK SaaS technology company that builds data-driven digital products used by commercial teams to better understand and engage with their customers. They are now looking for an experienced technical lead full stack developer to play a key role in shaping and delivering their next generation of customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll be involved from early design through to production delivery, working with a modern cloud-based stack and deploying to live environments on a daily basis. The Role Lead technical delivery across a high-performing development squad (10+) Contribute to solution design, system architecture and domain modelling Build proof-of-concepts and spike complex or uncertain areas of work Break down requirements into deliverable epics and user stories alongside product and initiative managers Develop and deliver production-ready code across the full stack Ensure high standards of quality, maintainability, performance and security Support and improve live systems once deployed Influence technical direction, tooling and best practice across the wider engineering function Tech Environment You'll work with a modern stack including: Node.js microservices JavaScript & TypeScript Vue.js Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake AWS cloud infrastructure CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices About You Strong full stack development experience (ideally 10+ years) 5+ years of JavaScript and TypeScript experience Solid background in system design and scalable architectures Experience building large, production SaaS platforms A clean-code mindset (SOLID principles, design patterns, testable code) Experience working in mature CI/CD and continuous deployment environments A commercial mindset when designing and delivering software Excellent collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders Interest in using AI to accelerate and improve software development A passion for performance, security and engineering best practice Degree in Computer Science or equivalent real-world experience What's On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working (1 day per week in the Fareham office) Opportunity to join a scaling UK SaaS business Strong engineering culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement Supportive, collaborative working environment Community and charity initiatives, including volunteer days Send your CV across to me on email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & Java script) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa 650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and Java script Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential - More to React JS and Java script Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Principal Engineer / Lead Full Stack Engineer Remote - Hybrid. UK Only. Typescript NodeJS Micro services SaaS Platform We're partnering with a high-growth UK SaaS business that is investing heavily in its engineering function and looking for an experienced Principal or Lead Engineer to help shape the future of its customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll work closely with Product, Engineering and Business stakeholders to design, build and scale modern software solutions used by thousands of customers. Working within a mature engineering environment, you'll help drive architectural decisions, influence engineering standards, mentor developers and lead the delivery of high-quality software across a modern cloud-based platform. Tech Stack TypeScript js & Microservices js Redis SQL Server & SingleStore AWS CI/CD & DevSecOps What You'll Be Doing Leading solution design, architecture and technical decision-making Collaborating with Product teams to shape requirements and delivery plans Building and deploying production software in a fast-paced environment Driving engineering best practices, code quality and maintainability Supporting systems in production and improving platform performance Acting as a senior technical leader within an AI-enabled engineering environment What We're Looking For Strong commercial experience with TypeScript and modern JavaScript development Previous experience in a Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer or Senior Technical Leadership role Experience building and scaling SaaS or product-led platforms Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns and clean code principles Experience working in cloud-native, CI/CD and DevSecOps environments Passion for engineering excellence, mentoring others and solving complex technical challenges Interest in AI-assisted software development and modern engineering practices What's On Offer Competitive salary ( 80k- 100k) plus benefits Flexible remote-first working with limited onsite requirements Significant technical influence across products and platform direction Modern engineering culture focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement Opportunity to join a successful and growing UK technology company at an exciting stage of growth For more information, please contact Spectrum IT Recruitment. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Java Developer Rate: 500 - 520 / day IR35: Inside IR35 Location: Guildford Working Pattern: 3 days a week on site Clearance: Currently SC Cleared or able to obtain SC Clearance You will join a global defence technology consultancy as they deliver digital transformation to the MoD. You will join an Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. You 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. 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 Your skills and experience: 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

Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context 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.

Principal Engineer / Lead Full Stack Engineer Remote - Hybrid. UK Only. 4-6 office visits per year. TypeScript Node.js Microservices SaaS Platform We're partnering with a high-growth UK SaaS business that is investing heavily in its engineering function and looking for an experienced Principal or Lead Engineer to help shape the future of its customer-facing platforms. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll work closely with Product, Engineering and Business stakeholders to design, build and scale modern software solutions used by thousands of customers. Working within a mature engineering environment, you'll help drive architectural decisions, influence engineering standards, mentor developers and lead the delivery of high-quality software across a modern cloud-based platform. Tech Stack TypeScript js & Microservices js Redis SQL Server & SingleStore AWS CI/CD & DevSecOps What You'll Be Doing Leading solution design, architecture and technical decision-making Collaborating with Product teams to shape requirements and delivery plans Building and deploying production software in a fast-paced environment Driving engineering best practices, code quality and maintainability Supporting systems in production and improving platform performance Acting as a senior technical leader within an AI-enabled engineering environment What We're Looking For Strong commercial experience with TypeScript and modern JavaScript development Previous experience in a Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer or Senior Technical Leadership role Experience building and scaling SaaS or product-led platforms Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns and clean code principles Experience working in cloud-native, CI/CD and DevSecOps environments Passion for engineering excellence, mentoring others and solving complex technical challenges Interest in AI-assisted software development and modern engineering practices What's On Offer Competitive salary ( 80k- 100k) plus benefits Flexible remote-first working with limited onsite requirements Significant technical influence across products and platform direction Modern engineering culture focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement Opportunity to join a successful and growing UK technology company at an exciting stage of growth For more information, please contact Spectrum IT Recruitment. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior DevOps Engineer - Birmingham Senior DevOps Engineer with experience in Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure and automation is required by a global consultancy, with offices across the UK. This is a brand-new role, in which you can make a real difference by working on large-scale projects and taking technical ownership across delivery teams. Experience required: Strong experience designing, implementing and governing CI/CD pipelines, repository strategies and automation at enterprise scale Azure DevOps Working with Application development and data platforms, with ideally some of the following "Microsoft Power Platform (low-code), Dynamics 365, Power BI and Microsoft Fabric for analytics, supported by Visual Studio, VS Cod. Hands-on experience with Azure cloud platforms and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM or Bicep Proven background in DevOps or DevSecOps practices, including security, compliance and quality built into delivery pipelines Ability to act as a technical authority, setting DevOps standards and best practices across multiple teams Duties include: Own and evolve the organisation's DevOps tooling and platforms, ensuring they are secure, scalable and fit for purpose Design and maintain standardised CI/CD pipelines and self-service automation to improve speed, quality and reliability of delivery Embed monitoring, logging and alerting to ensure high availability and rapid incident response Support and enable engineering teams through documentation, guidance and continuous improvement of developer experience This role is paying between £60,000 - £70,000 + Private Medical + Excellent Pension (10%) + Flexible working (2 days in the office). If you think you have the right skills to flourish in this role or know someone that will fit the role, please send over your CV to or click apply, and I will be in touch soon. Alternatively, please call on for further information DevOps Engineer / Azure DevOps / CI/CD / Automation / Cloud / DevSecOps / Birmingham / Manchester / Nottingham / Bristol / Leeds / UK Wide Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Java Developer Rate: 70 / hr IR35: Inside IR35 Location: Newcastle Working Pattern: 3 days a week on site Clearance: Currently SC Cleared or able to obtain SC Clearance You will join a global defence technology consultancy as they deliver digital transformation to the MoD. You will join an Agile Scrum team, working on innovative Geospatial software, using the latest cloud-based technologies. You 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. 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 Your skills and experience: 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

Lead SharePoint Developer Location: Durrington, hybrid working Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours Salary: £65k-£74k About the role This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the evolution of our digital workplace for over 3,000 colleagues. As our SharePoint Development Lead, you'll shape the future of collaboration, content governance, and user experience across SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365. You'll head up a small, skilled SharePoint development team within our Content and Collaboration function, driving modern, secure, user-centred solutions that transform how the business works, shares, and communicates. What you will be responsible for: You'll be the strategic and technical lead for all SharePoint development, ensuring we deliver solutions that are scalable, secure, and brilliantly designed. Typical responsibilities include: Leading the design, build and deployment of SharePoint Online sites, structures, and digital experiences. Managing and mentoring a team of SharePoint developers, driving quality and continuous improvement. Working with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that deliver real value. Overseeing workflow, form, and automation development using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate). Driving ECM best practice, from metadata standards to content life cycle and user adoption. Providing technical leadership across ECM architecture, integrations, performance improvements, and migrations. Ensuring governance, compliance, and security standards are applied consistently across the M365 environment Additional role requirements: This role incorporates Agile delivery, DevSecOps practices, and ownership of CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps. Expected to lead our Content & Collaboration Centre of Excellence, supporting and coaching citizen developers. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required to support high-impact changes or platform updates. What you'll bring to the role Essential Proven expertise in SharePoint Online and M365 development, including SPFx, PowerShell, PnP, and the Power Platform. Strong understanding of the software development life cycle, including Agile, Scrum, and DevSecOps. Experience leading technical teams and delivering enterprise-level digital collaboration solutions. Programming skills across .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core), JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks such as React. Experience working with Azure DevOps and cloud-based architectures. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Desirable Scrum Master or Product Owner certification. Experience in UX, design thinking, or user research within digital product development. What Do We Offer? 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers. Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution). An employee assistance program. A network of sports and social clubs. Company and performance-related bonus. Life assurance equal to 4x salary. Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service). Health Cash Plan. Two paid volunteering days a year. Occupational health service. Discounts with over 800 popular retailers. Digital GP service. Study support may be available for job-related qualifications. Competitive maternity & paternity leave and flexible return to work options. Cycle to work scheme. 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.

Step into a world where innovation meets impact. This Principal Software Engineer role offers you the chance to be a part of cutting-edge defence technology, driving advancements that redefine security and protect lives. Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, you'll lead projects that make a real difference, while enjoying excellent benefits such as private medical cover, flexible working hours, and participation in an annual bonus scheme. If you're ready to shape the future of defence systems by leading the design, architecture, and delivery of secure embedded and application software within advanced cyber and defence programmes. You ll work across the full software lifecycle from requirements and system design through to implementation, testing, and deployment while ensuring high standards in performance, security, and reliability. The position includes technical leadership of small engineering teams, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to multiple concurrent projects with varying scales and complexity. You ll apply modern development practices such as object-oriented design, DevSecOps, and continuous integration, while also supporting bids, cost estimation, and technical reviews. Strong experience in C/C++, embedded systems, and software engineering best practices is essential. The role requires working in highly regulated environments, including handling sensitive information and meeting strict security standards. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance, reflecting the critical nature of the work. Overall, this is a senior-level engineering role combining hands-on development with leadership and strategic technical input What You Will Do: - Architect, design, develop, and test embedded and application software, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables. - Apply object-oriented design techniques to enable efficient code re-use and integration with testing frameworks. - Review system design artefacts to derive software requirements and architecture that align with high-level system objectives. - Develop and maintain knowledge of best practices in software development, including TDD/BDD, DevSecOps, and secure coding standards. - Mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the improvement of tools, processes, and techniques. - Generate technical proposals and accurate estimates for bids and projects, ensuring cost and schedule adherence. What You Will Bring: - A degree in engineering, mathematics, or a science-based subject, or equivalent experience. - Significant experience in embedded product development, including bare-metal and RTOSes such as Linux or ThreadX. - Expertise in programming languages like C and C++, with a strong grasp of object-oriented design and design patterns. - Familiarity with software testing, defensive coding standards, and tools for version control and automated testing. - A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. This Principal Software Engineer role is instrumental in delivering innovative cryptographic and key management solutions that ensure secure communication for customers worldwide. By contributing to the development of advanced defence systems, you'll play a vital role in shaping the company's mission to provide trusted, pioneering technology. Location: Based in fulltime onsite in Maidenhead Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the defence industry. Apply today to become a Principal Software Engineer and take the next step in your professional journey. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Java Developer Java AWS Angular Leeds (Hybrid) Permanent £80,000 £90,000 (DOE) Java Developer with Java , AWS & Angular needed for a permanent career opportunity based in Leeds (Hybrid). Start ASAP ideally May/June 2026. Hybrid Working 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the Leeds office. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government digital modernisation projects. Key skills, experience + duties to include: Java Developer needed with strong front/back-end development skills + experience of AWS Cloud environments . Designing, developing + implementation robust + secure Java software solutions using Core Java and Spring Boot . AWS Cloud Services including: AWS S3, AWS Lambda, AWS Step Functions, Athena, Glue, DynamoDB, OpenSearch, CloudFormation, API Gateway, ECS, CloudWatch. Technical Environment: Core Java, Spring Boot, AWS Cloud Services, AngularJS , Jenkins, NodeJS, SQL/NoSQL databases, DynamoDB, GitHub, Backend, Frontend, CI/CD, DevOps, Kotlin, (url removed). Advantageous skills: understanding of DevOps/DevSecOps concepts, Docker, Containerisation + AWS Associate Developer accreditation. Benefits: Salary to £80k-90k (DOE) + Hybrid + 10% Bonus + Pension + Death in Service + Health Care Plan + More.

Working for a Tier 1 bank 2-3 days in Sheffield non negotiable Qualifications - External To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements of full stack engineer In-dept knowledge of java 8/11, microservices architecture, Spring boot and Postgres and Oracle Very good understanding of containers and Container Orchestration technology such as Docker/Kubernetes and GCP Cloud platform. Hands-on experience with Unix, Git, Jenkins, Maven Proficiency in using JIRA and Confluence Comprehensive knowledge of modern DevSecOps Tools and Techniques. Extensive experience of working in Agile Teams, Job Title: Java Developer (Sheffield) Location: Sheffield, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. (phone number removed). Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at (url removed)> To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to (url removed)> We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice at (url removed)/en-gb/privacy-notices for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.