DevOps Lead - AI-Enabled Software Engineering Location: Reading (Hybrid) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and hands-on DevOps Lead to join a leading digital infrastructure organisation undergoing significant technology transformation. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing software engineering team while driving the adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the software delivery lifecycle. As DevOps Lead, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction, owning the engineering roadmap, and ensuring the successful delivery and ongoing support of bespoke cloud-based applications. You will combine strong leadership capabilities with hands-on software development experience, leveraging modern AI-powered engineering tools to improve delivery speed, quality, and developer productivity. The Opportunity You will lead an Agile software development team comprising engineers, analysts, and QA specialists responsible for building and maintaining business-critical applications for internal users, customers, and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering best practices, modernise development processes, and drive innovation through AI-enabled software delivery. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Delivery Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team in an Agile environment. Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive the successful delivery of cloud-based applications and digital initiatives. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to manage priorities, expectations, risks, and dependencies. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality. Technical Ownership Own the end-to-end technology stack including frontend, backend, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, performance, and security standards. Champion DevOps best practices including automation, monitoring, observability, and operational excellence. Maintain robust security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance standards. AI-Assisted Engineering Act as a hands-on contributor to software development activities. Drive adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and code generation platforms. Establish best practices for safe, secure, and effective AI-assisted development. Embed AI-enabled workflows across design, coding, testing, documentation, and knowledge management. Ensure AI-generated outputs meet engineering, security, and architectural standards. Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance engineering productivity and delivery capability. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience leading software engineering or DevOps teams. Strong background delivering cloud-native applications within Agile environments. Experience with public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of full-stack development, APIs, databases, and software architecture. Expertise with source control, CI/CD automation, and DevOps tooling such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies. Experience implementing monitoring, observability, and operational support practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools and integrating them into engineering workflows. Desirable Experience Experience establishing AI governance and secure AI development standards. Exposure to integrating AI tooling into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes. Understanding of prompt engineering, code validation, and AI risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or security-conscious environments. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering within a technology-driven organisation. You'll have the autonomy to influence technical strategy, lead a talented team, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI-assisted development practices while delivering solutions that have a significant business impact. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
DevOps Lead - AI-Enabled Software Engineering Location: Reading (Hybrid) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and hands-on DevOps Lead to join a leading digital infrastructure organisation undergoing significant technology transformation. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing software engineering team while driving the adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the software delivery lifecycle. As DevOps Lead, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction, owning the engineering roadmap, and ensuring the successful delivery and ongoing support of bespoke cloud-based applications. You will combine strong leadership capabilities with hands-on software development experience, leveraging modern AI-powered engineering tools to improve delivery speed, quality, and developer productivity. The Opportunity You will lead an Agile software development team comprising engineers, analysts, and QA specialists responsible for building and maintaining business-critical applications for internal users, customers, and external partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape engineering best practices, modernise development processes, and drive innovation through AI-enabled software delivery. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Delivery Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team in an Agile environment. Define and execute the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive the successful delivery of cloud-based applications and digital initiatives. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to manage priorities, expectations, risks, and dependencies. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality. Technical Ownership Own the end-to-end technology stack including frontend, backend, APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, performance, and security standards. Champion DevOps best practices including automation, monitoring, observability, and operational excellence. Maintain robust security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance standards. AI-Assisted Engineering Act as a hands-on contributor to software development activities. Drive adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and code generation platforms. Establish best practices for safe, secure, and effective AI-assisted development. Embed AI-enabled workflows across design, coding, testing, documentation, and knowledge management. Ensure AI-generated outputs meet engineering, security, and architectural standards. Evaluate emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities to enhance engineering productivity and delivery capability. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience leading software engineering or DevOps teams. Strong background delivering cloud-native applications within Agile environments. Experience with public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of full-stack development, APIs, databases, and software architecture. Expertise with source control, CI/CD automation, and DevOps tooling such as Git, Jenkins, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies. Experience implementing monitoring, observability, and operational support practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools and integrating them into engineering workflows. Desirable Experience Experience establishing AI governance and secure AI development standards. Exposure to integrating AI tooling into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes. Understanding of prompt engineering, code validation, and AI risk management. Experience working within highly regulated or security-conscious environments. Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering within a technology-driven organisation. You'll have the autonomy to influence technical strategy, lead a talented team, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge AI-assisted development practices while delivering solutions that have a significant business impact. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms) 75,000 - 90,000 + Company Benefits + Progression + Hybrid + Company Bonus + DV Clearance Sponsorship Redhill - Hybrid Are you a Software Developer with a Telecommunications background looking to step into a high-impact role building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients, with full DV clearance sponsorship? Do you want to work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms that power global defence operations, while developing your expertise in Linux, networking, and modern full-stack technologies? This leading provider of satellite communications and IT solutions delivers secure, innovative services to clients across the Defence and Maritime sectors. With over 50 years of sustained growth and a global workforce of more than 250 employees, the company is continuing to expand and is now looking to strengthen its Enterprise Systems Engineering team with an experienced Developer. In this security cleared role, you will lead a small team of developers solving the industry's most complex technical challenges. You will develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions for next-generation satellite communication networks, working across technologies including Python, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL, while supporting CI/CD pipelines, Agile development projects and complex escalated issues. The ideal candidate will have a background in the telecommunications industry, with strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems, alongside experience with programming languages and technologies such as Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS. The Role: Develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions Lead and support a small development team Work with Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL Manage CI/CD pipelines, BitBucket and JIRA Support VoIP, networking and escalated technical issues Lead a team of 2 developers The Person: Software Developer with a Telecommunications or Networking background Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems Experience with Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS Experience with Linux, MySQL and CI/CD environments Eligible for DV clearance and secure government projects (British National) Reference: BBBH25225A Software Development, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Linux, Debian, Ubuntu, Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, MySQL, Apache, CI/CD, BitBucket, JIRA, TCP/IP, VoIP, Networking, Agile, SCRUM, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Secure Networks, Defence, DV Clearance, Satcoms, WAN/LAN, Redhill, Surrey, London If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms) 75,000 - 90,000 + Company Benefits + Progression + Hybrid + Company Bonus + DV Clearance Sponsorship Redhill - Hybrid Are you a Software Developer with a Telecommunications background looking to step into a high-impact role building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients, with full DV clearance sponsorship? Do you want to work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms that power global defence operations, while developing your expertise in Linux, networking, and modern full-stack technologies? This leading provider of satellite communications and IT solutions delivers secure, innovative services to clients across the Defence and Maritime sectors. With over 50 years of sustained growth and a global workforce of more than 250 employees, the company is continuing to expand and is now looking to strengthen its Enterprise Systems Engineering team with an experienced Developer. In this security cleared role, you will lead a small team of developers solving the industry's most complex technical challenges. You will develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions for next-generation satellite communication networks, working across technologies including Python, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL, while supporting CI/CD pipelines, Agile development projects and complex escalated issues. The ideal candidate will have a background in the telecommunications industry, with strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems, alongside experience with programming languages and technologies such as Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS. The Role: Develop and maintain secure Linux-based software solutions Lead and support a small development team Work with Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS and MySQL Manage CI/CD pipelines, BitBucket and JIRA Support VoIP, networking and escalated technical issues Lead a team of 2 developers The Person: Software Developer with a Telecommunications or Networking background Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and VoIP systems Experience with Python, PHP, ReactJS and NodeJS Experience with Linux, MySQL and CI/CD environments Eligible for DV clearance and secure government projects (British National) Reference: BBBH25225A Software Development, Telecommunications, Satellite Communications, Linux, Debian, Ubuntu, Python, PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, MySQL, Apache, CI/CD, BitBucket, JIRA, TCP/IP, VoIP, Networking, Agile, SCRUM, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Secure Networks, Defence, DV Clearance, Satcoms, WAN/LAN, Redhill, Surrey, London If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
I am looking for a permanent Senior Software Developer / Lead Software Developer for an extremely exciting business based in Plymouth. In this role you will be designing and building an enterprise level software solution with multiple applications for the business, a software solution that is being built from the ground up covering all functions and departments. Please note, this is a hybrid-working opportunity - you will be able to work from home 2-days per week. You will actually be working working a 4.5 days per week for full-time, 5-days per week pay . The working hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 7:30am to 12:30pm on Fridays . You will be responsible for leading the design, development and maintenance of the solution and its services across the full development lifecycle from architecture and design to deployment, delivery and ongoing support. You will be a key part of the development team and from the very start you will be given a high degree of freedom to apply your knowledge and experience of development, using a mixture of, .NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies (SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio - SSIS), ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile and Frontend Development (JavaScript/jQuery, React, Blazor) and Software Testing for this long-term and critical development programme. This is a hands-on role, so you MUST be a strong coder/programmer. The main technical stack in MS Technologies driven, so you need to be an expert in .NET and C# to be considered for the opportunity. Knowledge of Power BI is a bonus but is NOT a prerequisite for the role. You will take technical ownership, and you operate as a Senior Developer and Technical Lead so you MUST have experience working as a Senior Developer or Lead Developer to be considered for the position in previous posts. You will also be happy to share knowledge with more junior team members, and you will be a good communicator keen to interact with technical and non-technical staff. We are looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, candidates who can work independently as well as in a team environment, good communicators who are proactive and ambitious, keen to continue learning and staying ahead of technological trends. Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure/AWS, knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps and Architectural Patterns is a distinct bonus. NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies, SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Power BI, ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile, Frontend Development, JavaScript, jQuery, React, Blazor, Software Testing, AWS, Azure, Cloud, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Architecture, Design Patterns. The role comes with an incredibly competitive salary and a strong benefits package which includes a pension, good holiday (23.5 days + Bank Holidays), Insurance and much more! To be considered for this role you will need to be located within a commutable distance of Plymouth , Devon or you will be able to relocate to the Plymouth area. You MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship as our client is unable to sponsor. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
I am looking for a permanent Senior Software Developer / Lead Software Developer for an extremely exciting business based in Plymouth. In this role you will be designing and building an enterprise level software solution with multiple applications for the business, a software solution that is being built from the ground up covering all functions and departments. Please note, this is a hybrid-working opportunity - you will be able to work from home 2-days per week. You will actually be working working a 4.5 days per week for full-time, 5-days per week pay . The working hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 7:30am to 12:30pm on Fridays . You will be responsible for leading the design, development and maintenance of the solution and its services across the full development lifecycle from architecture and design to deployment, delivery and ongoing support. You will be a key part of the development team and from the very start you will be given a high degree of freedom to apply your knowledge and experience of development, using a mixture of, .NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies (SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio - SSIS), ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile and Frontend Development (JavaScript/jQuery, React, Blazor) and Software Testing for this long-term and critical development programme. This is a hands-on role, so you MUST be a strong coder/programmer. The main technical stack in MS Technologies driven, so you need to be an expert in .NET and C# to be considered for the opportunity. Knowledge of Power BI is a bonus but is NOT a prerequisite for the role. You will take technical ownership, and you operate as a Senior Developer and Technical Lead so you MUST have experience working as a Senior Developer or Lead Developer to be considered for the position in previous posts. You will also be happy to share knowledge with more junior team members, and you will be a good communicator keen to interact with technical and non-technical staff. We are looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, candidates who can work independently as well as in a team environment, good communicators who are proactive and ambitious, keen to continue learning and staying ahead of technological trends. Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure/AWS, knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps and Architectural Patterns is a distinct bonus. NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET, Blazor, Database Technologies, SQL Server, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Power BI, ETL, Integration Platforms, Agile, Frontend Development, JavaScript, jQuery, React, Blazor, Software Testing, AWS, Azure, Cloud, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Architecture, Design Patterns. The role comes with an incredibly competitive salary and a strong benefits package which includes a pension, good holiday (23.5 days + Bank Holidays), Insurance and much more! To be considered for this role you will need to be located within a commutable distance of Plymouth , Devon or you will be able to relocate to the Plymouth area. You MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship as our client is unable to sponsor. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bristol This is a fantastic role for a Software Architect or someone with strong software design skills looking to take the next jump in their career to becoming a Software Architect! Salary: up to circa £80,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically 3 to 4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: As a Software Architect, you will be the author of the full software architecture working with the software delivery teams to define and monitor the Structural and Temporal Architecture including the Internal/External interfaces of the product to meet requirements. Identify, document and be responsible for the design drivers for the software solution e.g. real-time performance, safety, security, user experience, simplicity, reusability, flexibility. Produce derived and emergent requirements capturing the assumptions and rationale. Define the architecture to a point where the implementation decisions do not affect the integrity of the architecture. Collaboration is critical within this role from working closely with other Architects, Technical Specialists and wider engineering key contacts, supporting the wider design activities and reviews. You will also have the opportunity to influence the Software Engineering Technology Strategy, Software Product Lines, new technologies, obsolescence, new methods and tools, by considering longer-term architectural strategies by being part of special interest groups and communities of interests. You would be working with technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, helping to develop safe, secure and reliable products that our customers can depend upon! What we're looking for from you: A strong technical practitioner, comfortable with making important architectural and design decisions. Knowledge of modern and established software architecture techniques and design patterns. Experience of model based engineering. Able to provide technical mentorship, clearly articulate software architecture solutions and collaborate with software developers. Able to communicate clearly and accurately at different levels, including influencing collaborators and internal customers. An advocate for the benefits of key software engineering practices like continuous integration and good design. Able to assess and communicate the trade-offs between various aspects of a Software Architecture with a focus on design rationale. An understanding of software abstraction layers and the software stack. The experience to define and influence the tools, frameworks and technologies used. A strong programming background, preferably with experience in more than one language. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Bristol This is a fantastic role for a Software Architect or someone with strong software design skills looking to take the next jump in their career to becoming a Software Architect! Salary: up to circa £80,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically 3 to 4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: As a Software Architect, you will be the author of the full software architecture working with the software delivery teams to define and monitor the Structural and Temporal Architecture including the Internal/External interfaces of the product to meet requirements. Identify, document and be responsible for the design drivers for the software solution e.g. real-time performance, safety, security, user experience, simplicity, reusability, flexibility. Produce derived and emergent requirements capturing the assumptions and rationale. Define the architecture to a point where the implementation decisions do not affect the integrity of the architecture. Collaboration is critical within this role from working closely with other Architects, Technical Specialists and wider engineering key contacts, supporting the wider design activities and reviews. You will also have the opportunity to influence the Software Engineering Technology Strategy, Software Product Lines, new technologies, obsolescence, new methods and tools, by considering longer-term architectural strategies by being part of special interest groups and communities of interests. You would be working with technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, helping to develop safe, secure and reliable products that our customers can depend upon! What we're looking for from you: A strong technical practitioner, comfortable with making important architectural and design decisions. Knowledge of modern and established software architecture techniques and design patterns. Experience of model based engineering. Able to provide technical mentorship, clearly articulate software architecture solutions and collaborate with software developers. Able to communicate clearly and accurately at different levels, including influencing collaborators and internal customers. An advocate for the benefits of key software engineering practices like continuous integration and good design. Able to assess and communicate the trade-offs between various aspects of a Software Architecture with a focus on design rationale. An understanding of software abstraction layers and the software stack. The experience to define and influence the tools, frameworks and technologies used. A strong programming background, preferably with experience in more than one language. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Solus Accident Repair Centres
Birchanger, Hertfordshire
Overview We are looking for a highly motivated individual to help us build the next generation of data analysis tools and infrastructure for our Award-Winning Accident Repair Network. Our mission is to develop the tools and technology that enable our teams to get our customers back to normal. The candidate will be reporting into our Development Team Manager,assistingwith our bespoke award-winning IT system Evolve and is a fundamental role to our growth and success. Responsibilities As a Software Developer, you will play a key role in developing our in-house Software, Evolve, which is hosted in cloud environment.You will collaborate closely with both our internal development team and our partner organisation'sdevelopment team.Your focus will be on improving the efficiency and capabilities of Solus by developing Microsoft stack in an Agile manner. Develop new products and features end to end using C#, .NET, Angular, Entity frameworks, Azure DevOps Build good working relationships across relevant third-party suppliers or partners to maximise business outcomes. Work across a wide range of technologies, across web, mobile apps, API, backend, and databases which are currently hosted within Azure. Removedelivery impediments by aligning with Product Owner and following policies and guidelines. Liveagile values,principlesand approaches. Be a role model. Providetechnical guidance onEvolve'sdesign and ensure the system's UI/UX meets requirements. Seek exposure to insurers and other industries to share learning; attend key industry events and forums. Qualifications Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Overview We are looking for a highly motivated individual to help us build the next generation of data analysis tools and infrastructure for our Award-Winning Accident Repair Network. Our mission is to develop the tools and technology that enable our teams to get our customers back to normal. The candidate will be reporting into our Development Team Manager,assistingwith our bespoke award-winning IT system Evolve and is a fundamental role to our growth and success. Responsibilities As a Software Developer, you will play a key role in developing our in-house Software, Evolve, which is hosted in cloud environment.You will collaborate closely with both our internal development team and our partner organisation'sdevelopment team.Your focus will be on improving the efficiency and capabilities of Solus by developing Microsoft stack in an Agile manner. Develop new products and features end to end using C#, .NET, Angular, Entity frameworks, Azure DevOps Build good working relationships across relevant third-party suppliers or partners to maximise business outcomes. Work across a wide range of technologies, across web, mobile apps, API, backend, and databases which are currently hosted within Azure. Removedelivery impediments by aligning with Product Owner and following policies and guidelines. Liveagile values,principlesand approaches. Be a role model. Providetechnical guidance onEvolve'sdesign and ensure the system's UI/UX meets requirements. Seek exposure to insurers and other industries to share learning; attend key industry events and forums. Qualifications Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
AI Developer Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Reading, hybrid working arrangements, 3 days a week onsite. Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience An excellent new opportunity for a hands-on AI Developer efficient with coding, AI & DevOps to be at the forefront of AI-powered software development. You will be part of a small, agile team dedicated to building innovative solutions that integrate large language models, agentic systems, and Azure AI services into real-world applications. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on understanding how things work, is not afraid to experiment, and wants to shape how to deliver AI solutions to clients and evolve internal capabilities. Day-to-day of the role: Key Delivery Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI-integrated solutions for client engagements using modern full stack technologies. Integrate Azure AI services (Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Azure ML, AI Search) into production applications. Build and refine LLM-powered features, agentic workflows, and MCP (Model Context Protocol) integrations. Collaborate with clients to understand requirements and translate them into working software. Contribute to technical research, prototyping, and proof-of-concept development to support client proposals. Internal Development and Enablement Responsibilities: Contribute to the development of internal AI tools, accelerators, and reusable components. Explore and evaluate emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and development approaches. Support the adoption of AI-assisted development practices (vibe coding, AI testing, agentic development) across the team. Help shape product strategy by identifying opportunities to package and position AI solutions. Participate in knowledge sharing, internal training, and capability building within the AI and Data Innovation team. Required Skills & Qualifications: Solid full stack development experience across one or more of: React/Node.js, .NET/C#, Python/FastAPI. Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps). Demonstrable ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them practically. Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to code quality and engineering rigour. Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative small team environment. Excellent communication skills - able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Desirable: Experience with LLM integration, prompt engineering, or agentic AI development. Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, and Cursor. Azure AI Engineer certification or equivalent practical experience. Understanding of MCP, RAG architectures, or vector databases. Benefits Industry-leading training and development opportunities. Competitive salary with progression potential. 23-days holiday allowance, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays, an extra day off on your birthday, and the option to buy more! Company pension scheme and health cash plan with free access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Life assurance, cycle to work scheme, electric vehicle scheme, home and tech scheme, and retail discounts. Long service recognition, and social events. To apply for the AI Developer position, please submit your CV to be immediately considered.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
AI Developer Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Reading, hybrid working arrangements, 3 days a week onsite. Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience An excellent new opportunity for a hands-on AI Developer efficient with coding, AI & DevOps to be at the forefront of AI-powered software development. You will be part of a small, agile team dedicated to building innovative solutions that integrate large language models, agentic systems, and Azure AI services into real-world applications. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on understanding how things work, is not afraid to experiment, and wants to shape how to deliver AI solutions to clients and evolve internal capabilities. Day-to-day of the role: Key Delivery Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI-integrated solutions for client engagements using modern full stack technologies. Integrate Azure AI services (Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Azure ML, AI Search) into production applications. Build and refine LLM-powered features, agentic workflows, and MCP (Model Context Protocol) integrations. Collaborate with clients to understand requirements and translate them into working software. Contribute to technical research, prototyping, and proof-of-concept development to support client proposals. Internal Development and Enablement Responsibilities: Contribute to the development of internal AI tools, accelerators, and reusable components. Explore and evaluate emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and development approaches. Support the adoption of AI-assisted development practices (vibe coding, AI testing, agentic development) across the team. Help shape product strategy by identifying opportunities to package and position AI solutions. Participate in knowledge sharing, internal training, and capability building within the AI and Data Innovation team. Required Skills & Qualifications: Solid full stack development experience across one or more of: React/Node.js, .NET/C#, Python/FastAPI. Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps). Demonstrable ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them practically. Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to code quality and engineering rigour. Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative small team environment. Excellent communication skills - able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Desirable: Experience with LLM integration, prompt engineering, or agentic AI development. Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, and Cursor. Azure AI Engineer certification or equivalent practical experience. Understanding of MCP, RAG architectures, or vector databases. Benefits Industry-leading training and development opportunities. Competitive salary with progression potential. 23-days holiday allowance, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays, an extra day off on your birthday, and the option to buy more! Company pension scheme and health cash plan with free access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Life assurance, cycle to work scheme, electric vehicle scheme, home and tech scheme, and retail discounts. Long service recognition, and social events. To apply for the AI Developer position, please submit your CV to be immediately considered.
We are currently recruiting for Lead Software Engineers to work a 12-month contract with our client 40% on-site in any of five available locations in the UK. Overview This role is responsible for the design, development, delivery, and ongoing improvement of software solutions within a secure, government-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to building resilient, scalable, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards relating to controlled goods and exports. The position requires strong technical leadership, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and ownership of both development and live service performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions Translate user needs into technical outcomes Build secure, test-driven, high-quality code Support and maintain live services (performance & stability) Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (BA, UCD, Developers) Oversee development across multiple workstreams Drive continuous improvement of systems and processes Ensure integration across complex systems Technical Environment Primary Stack: Python, Django Backend-focused with full-stack awareness Multiple user journeys (~27 Front End journeys) Government Digital Service (GDS) aligned delivery Team Structure Total team: ~27 people 4 Agile squads (~7 per squad) Typical squad includes: 3 × Senior Developers Business Analyst UCD Specialists (Content, Interaction, Design) Ways of Working Agile delivery model Daily stand-ups (~10am) Ticket-based workflow Collaborative problem-solving Focus on: Clean code Engineering standards Testing & documentation Key Requirements: Essential Strong Python and Django experience Proven system design capability (end-to-end) Strong collaboration and communication skills Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to contribute to secure, structured environments Minimum 5+ years' experience (ideally 8-10 years) Top 3 Evaluation Criteria Python & Django technical expertise System design and architecture capability Strong communication and teamwork skills Desirable Experience with GDS standards Public sector or defence-related experience Exposure to secure or regulated environments Domain Context Defence/government environment (eg MOD, HMRC) Focus on export control systems (weapons, aircraft, sensitive goods) Security-focused work contributing to national interest Candidate Profile T-shaped skill set (deep technical + broad system awareness) Strong delivery focus and efficiency Comfortable taking ownership and leading within squads Experience working in structured, governance-heavy environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for Lead Software Engineers to work a 12-month contract with our client 40% on-site in any of five available locations in the UK. Overview This role is responsible for the design, development, delivery, and ongoing improvement of software solutions within a secure, government-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to building resilient, scalable, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards relating to controlled goods and exports. The position requires strong technical leadership, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and ownership of both development and live service performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions Translate user needs into technical outcomes Build secure, test-driven, high-quality code Support and maintain live services (performance & stability) Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (BA, UCD, Developers) Oversee development across multiple workstreams Drive continuous improvement of systems and processes Ensure integration across complex systems Technical Environment Primary Stack: Python, Django Backend-focused with full-stack awareness Multiple user journeys (~27 Front End journeys) Government Digital Service (GDS) aligned delivery Team Structure Total team: ~27 people 4 Agile squads (~7 per squad) Typical squad includes: 3 × Senior Developers Business Analyst UCD Specialists (Content, Interaction, Design) Ways of Working Agile delivery model Daily stand-ups (~10am) Ticket-based workflow Collaborative problem-solving Focus on: Clean code Engineering standards Testing & documentation Key Requirements: Essential Strong Python and Django experience Proven system design capability (end-to-end) Strong collaboration and communication skills Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to contribute to secure, structured environments Minimum 5+ years' experience (ideally 8-10 years) Top 3 Evaluation Criteria Python & Django technical expertise System design and architecture capability Strong communication and teamwork skills Desirable Experience with GDS standards Public sector or defence-related experience Exposure to secure or regulated environments Domain Context Defence/government environment (eg MOD, HMRC) Focus on export control systems (weapons, aircraft, sensitive goods) Security-focused work contributing to national interest Candidate Profile T-shaped skill set (deep technical + broad system awareness) Strong delivery focus and efficiency Comfortable taking ownership and leading within squads Experience working in structured, governance-heavy environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).
.NET Developer, .NET 10.0, C# 14 - Consultancy - Stevenage (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Microservices, Azure, ASP.NET Core Web API, Agile, Azure SQL, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our client is an award winning Microsoft consultancy. They specialise in delivering innovative .NET technology based business solutions to investment banks, financial services companies, prestigious music/media label and many more. They are about to embark on one of the most ambitious .NET development projects since the birth of the .NET framework. We are seeking several .NET Developer with an extensive array of talent and expertise. .NET Developer will be given complete ownership of your business area and the opportunity to work on the full project life cycle. .NET Developer applicants should have a skill set that encompasses some or all of the following: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. Knowledge of software development methodologies is of interest (Agile, Scrum). My client will provide training in: .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Microservices, Azure, ASP.NET Core Web API, MongoDB, Azure, AWS, Node.js and Elasticsearch. This is a truly exciting project, one which if you are given the opportunity to work on will do wonders for your CV and boost you into the IT super league! Our client is looking to secure and retain the services of the very best .NET Developer candidates on the market place, as such they are offering a challenging role and working environment, industry recognized training, guaranteed career progression and above market rate salaries. Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK / Remote Working Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/RG/STEET
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
.NET Developer, .NET 10.0, C# 14 - Consultancy - Stevenage (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Microservices, Azure, ASP.NET Core Web API, Agile, Azure SQL, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our client is an award winning Microsoft consultancy. They specialise in delivering innovative .NET technology based business solutions to investment banks, financial services companies, prestigious music/media label and many more. They are about to embark on one of the most ambitious .NET development projects since the birth of the .NET framework. We are seeking several .NET Developer with an extensive array of talent and expertise. .NET Developer will be given complete ownership of your business area and the opportunity to work on the full project life cycle. .NET Developer applicants should have a skill set that encompasses some or all of the following: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. Knowledge of software development methodologies is of interest (Agile, Scrum). My client will provide training in: .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Blazor, JavaScript, React, Microservices, Azure, ASP.NET Core Web API, MongoDB, Azure, AWS, Node.js and Elasticsearch. This is a truly exciting project, one which if you are given the opportunity to work on will do wonders for your CV and boost you into the IT super league! Our client is looking to secure and retain the services of the very best .NET Developer candidates on the market place, as such they are offering a challenging role and working environment, industry recognized training, guaranteed career progression and above market rate salaries. Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK / Remote Working Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/RG/STEET
East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber These are exciting times at HM Court and Tribunals Service (HMCTS). As an agency of the MoJ, we support the judiciary across England and Wales to deliver justice by running courts and tribunals and processing outcomes, and we are looking for talented people to help us achieve our ambitions. It will be challenging, important and rewarding. HMCTS Digital and Technology Services (DTS) is a specialist technology directorate which provides support to HMCTS in the use of IT and Digital. DTS is committed to being a great place to work and part of our offer is brilliant training opportunities and support from expert colleagues. As well as that you'll find flexible working, an inclusive culture and a place where your opinion is valued. Please follow the link below for further information about HMCTS. Our community We currently have over 500 experienced developers across MoJ and its agencies who make up the broader software engineering community. You will be able to learn from others, share your knowledge and take part in informal support networks with your peers. You can also take a look at the MoJ developer blog . As a Software Development Engineer in Test at HMCTS, you will have access to extensive training and development opportunities through our Testing Centre of Excellence. Our commitment to your growth means that you will receive in-depth, in-house training designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, making you proficient in the latest testing methodologies and tools. Whether you are looking to sharpen your testing capabilities, deepen your technical expertise, or expand your leadership skills, our training is tailored to help you succeed in your role and advance your career. This commitment to continuous learning is a core part of our culture, ensuring that you have the tools and knowledge you need to excel in your position and contribute to our ongoing success. The key purpose of the role: As a Software Development Engineer in Test, your responsibilities will encompass not only writing, debugging, and refactoring test code but also leading test automation in CI/CD environments. You will collaborate closely with software developers to ensure a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at the unit test level. You will play a pivotal role in helping to shape the culture and best practices throughout the Test Centre of Excellence at HMCTS. Your strong technical skills will be essential in ensuring the highest quality standards for our test automation. Additionally, mentoring, and coaching Junior Software Development Engineers in Test is a crucial aspect of this role. You will guide the team to achieve excellence in test automation and support their learning journey. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our github repositories: Technologies We use a range of cutting-edge technologies, including: Playwright Rest Assured (for API testing) Java/JavaScript/TypeScript Power Apps (for low-code/no-code application testing) js framework (Node.js) Angular PostgreSQL Microservices Azure cloud infrastructure Gatling (for performance testing) SauceLabs (for cross-browser testing) Pa11y, WAVE, aXe (for accessibility testing) Jenkins (for deployment automation) Dynatrace (for application monitoring) Kubernetes and Docker (to run our services) Jira/Confluence (for project management and documentation) Fortify (for security testing) We're here to support your learning journey within our tech stack when you become a part of our team. Key responsibilities: Promote and champion shift-left testing principles, emphasising unit and integration testing, to ensure early detection of issues and higher quality software. Lead the development and implementation of test automation strategies in CI/CD environments. Write, amend, and refactor test automation code, adhering to internal software development standards. Lead in "3 Amigos" sessions as an integral part of the development and testing process. Estimate your effort for planning and follow the agreed methodology. Understand the impact of business processes on the project and systems. Analyse test results and identify patterns and trends, translating findings into business impact. Collaborate on designing and building secure products with a focus on information assurance. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Report issues found through the appropriate channels. Provide mentoring and coaching to Junior Software Development Engineers in Test to enhance their skills and knowledge. Contribute to the development of a culture of excellence in test automation within the team. Essential Skills and Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading test automation in CI/CD environments. Expertise in writing automated testing programs/scripts, particularly in our core technology stack. Expertise in the Software Development Lifecycle, ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality standards. Strong understanding of REST web services and API inspection tools. Familiarity with bug tracking software and experience in using it effectively. Ability to identify and manage issues and risks associated with testing, with a focus on analysing and reporting test activities and results. Exposure to applying Agile principles in practice, facilitating seamless integration into project workflows. Proficiency in defining and implementing test tooling, test environments, and test data across various phases of testing. Proven ability to design and execute non-functional test cases in diverse environments. Experience in accessibility testing, both manual and automated, ensuring compliance with WCAG standards and integrating accessibility testing within CI/CD pipelines. Ability to analyse performance bottlenecks and accessibility issues, providing recommendations for improvement. Strong understanding of integrating accessibility and performance testing into the overall test strategy, ensuring quality and compliance from development to release.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber These are exciting times at HM Court and Tribunals Service (HMCTS). As an agency of the MoJ, we support the judiciary across England and Wales to deliver justice by running courts and tribunals and processing outcomes, and we are looking for talented people to help us achieve our ambitions. It will be challenging, important and rewarding. HMCTS Digital and Technology Services (DTS) is a specialist technology directorate which provides support to HMCTS in the use of IT and Digital. DTS is committed to being a great place to work and part of our offer is brilliant training opportunities and support from expert colleagues. As well as that you'll find flexible working, an inclusive culture and a place where your opinion is valued. Please follow the link below for further information about HMCTS. Our community We currently have over 500 experienced developers across MoJ and its agencies who make up the broader software engineering community. You will be able to learn from others, share your knowledge and take part in informal support networks with your peers. You can also take a look at the MoJ developer blog . As a Software Development Engineer in Test at HMCTS, you will have access to extensive training and development opportunities through our Testing Centre of Excellence. Our commitment to your growth means that you will receive in-depth, in-house training designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, making you proficient in the latest testing methodologies and tools. Whether you are looking to sharpen your testing capabilities, deepen your technical expertise, or expand your leadership skills, our training is tailored to help you succeed in your role and advance your career. This commitment to continuous learning is a core part of our culture, ensuring that you have the tools and knowledge you need to excel in your position and contribute to our ongoing success. The key purpose of the role: As a Software Development Engineer in Test, your responsibilities will encompass not only writing, debugging, and refactoring test code but also leading test automation in CI/CD environments. You will collaborate closely with software developers to ensure a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at the unit test level. You will play a pivotal role in helping to shape the culture and best practices throughout the Test Centre of Excellence at HMCTS. Your strong technical skills will be essential in ensuring the highest quality standards for our test automation. Additionally, mentoring, and coaching Junior Software Development Engineers in Test is a crucial aspect of this role. You will guide the team to achieve excellence in test automation and support their learning journey. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our github repositories: Technologies We use a range of cutting-edge technologies, including: Playwright Rest Assured (for API testing) Java/JavaScript/TypeScript Power Apps (for low-code/no-code application testing) js framework (Node.js) Angular PostgreSQL Microservices Azure cloud infrastructure Gatling (for performance testing) SauceLabs (for cross-browser testing) Pa11y, WAVE, aXe (for accessibility testing) Jenkins (for deployment automation) Dynatrace (for application monitoring) Kubernetes and Docker (to run our services) Jira/Confluence (for project management and documentation) Fortify (for security testing) We're here to support your learning journey within our tech stack when you become a part of our team. Key responsibilities: Promote and champion shift-left testing principles, emphasising unit and integration testing, to ensure early detection of issues and higher quality software. Lead the development and implementation of test automation strategies in CI/CD environments. Write, amend, and refactor test automation code, adhering to internal software development standards. Lead in "3 Amigos" sessions as an integral part of the development and testing process. Estimate your effort for planning and follow the agreed methodology. Understand the impact of business processes on the project and systems. Analyse test results and identify patterns and trends, translating findings into business impact. Collaborate on designing and building secure products with a focus on information assurance. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Report issues found through the appropriate channels. Provide mentoring and coaching to Junior Software Development Engineers in Test to enhance their skills and knowledge. Contribute to the development of a culture of excellence in test automation within the team. Essential Skills and Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading test automation in CI/CD environments. Expertise in writing automated testing programs/scripts, particularly in our core technology stack. Expertise in the Software Development Lifecycle, ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality standards. Strong understanding of REST web services and API inspection tools. Familiarity with bug tracking software and experience in using it effectively. Ability to identify and manage issues and risks associated with testing, with a focus on analysing and reporting test activities and results. Exposure to applying Agile principles in practice, facilitating seamless integration into project workflows. Proficiency in defining and implementing test tooling, test environments, and test data across various phases of testing. Proven ability to design and execute non-functional test cases in diverse environments. Experience in accessibility testing, both manual and automated, ensuring compliance with WCAG standards and integrating accessibility testing within CI/CD pipelines. Ability to analyse performance bottlenecks and accessibility issues, providing recommendations for improvement. Strong understanding of integrating accessibility and performance testing into the overall test strategy, ensuring quality and compliance from development to release.
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.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
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.
At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling We're looking for iOS Engineers to work on the Engine Platform and make our existing features work for banks all over the world as well as building new features from scratch that Starling hasn't released in the UK market. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. We are looking for engineers at all levels to join the team. We value people being engaged and caring about customers, caring about the code they write and the contribution they can make to banking around the world. People with a broad ability to apply themselves to a multitude of problems and challenges, who can work across teams do great things here at Engine, to continue changing banking for good. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements Our iOS application is entirely written in Swift. It is highly modular and we use MVVM-C architecture to maximise code reusability and testing. We also value simplicity over complexity, fewer moving parts means fewer faults and easier comprehension. Some of the well known frameworks and tools we use: RxSwift - as our reactive programming framework; SnapKit - as our auto layout DSL, though we have an in-house framework built on top of SnapKit which allows us to write declarative, SwiftUI like layout code for UIKit. Realm - as the application main persistence layer; Sourcery and SwiftGen - for various code generation tasks. SwiftFormat, SwiftLint and Danger - to enforce high code quality standards. Etc. We also built in-house tools and frameworks as developer productivity and automation is paramount to us. We are looking for iOS engineers to work on these apps who: Want to work on a feature rich mobile app with millions of customers; Can produce robust, well tested code that will give our customers the reliability that they need; Care about the product, the user experience and the design; Think (like us) that a small number of empowered developers is the right way to deliver software; Our application is built with UIKit, knowing its concepts and components is a must. We use RxSwift in our project, experience with reactive programming will be a plus but is not required. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: First interview: 45 minutes Take home technical test (no time limit) Technical face to face: 1.5 hours Final Interview: 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling We're looking for iOS Engineers to work on the Engine Platform and make our existing features work for banks all over the world as well as building new features from scratch that Starling hasn't released in the UK market. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. We are looking for engineers at all levels to join the team. We value people being engaged and caring about customers, caring about the code they write and the contribution they can make to banking around the world. People with a broad ability to apply themselves to a multitude of problems and challenges, who can work across teams do great things here at Engine, to continue changing banking for good. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements Our iOS application is entirely written in Swift. It is highly modular and we use MVVM-C architecture to maximise code reusability and testing. We also value simplicity over complexity, fewer moving parts means fewer faults and easier comprehension. Some of the well known frameworks and tools we use: RxSwift - as our reactive programming framework; SnapKit - as our auto layout DSL, though we have an in-house framework built on top of SnapKit which allows us to write declarative, SwiftUI like layout code for UIKit. Realm - as the application main persistence layer; Sourcery and SwiftGen - for various code generation tasks. SwiftFormat, SwiftLint and Danger - to enforce high code quality standards. Etc. We also built in-house tools and frameworks as developer productivity and automation is paramount to us. We are looking for iOS engineers to work on these apps who: Want to work on a feature rich mobile app with millions of customers; Can produce robust, well tested code that will give our customers the reliability that they need; Care about the product, the user experience and the design; Think (like us) that a small number of empowered developers is the right way to deliver software; Our application is built with UIKit, knowing its concepts and components is a must. We use RxSwift in our project, experience with reactive programming will be a plus but is not required. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: First interview: 45 minutes Take home technical test (no time limit) Technical face to face: 1.5 hours Final Interview: 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Job Title: Senior/Lead Software Engineer (Python, Django) Location: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, North East, UK Job Type: Full-time contract, 12 months Work Model: Hybrid Summary: This role is responsible for the design, development, delivery, and ongoing improvement of soft-ware solutions within a secure, government-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to building resilient, scalable, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards relating to controlled goods and exports. The position requires strong technical leadership, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and ownership of both development and live service performance. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions Translate user needs into technical outcomes Build secure, test-driven, high-quality code Support and maintain live services (performance & stability) Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (BA, UCD, Developers) Oversee development across multiple workstreams Drive continuous improvement of systems and processes Ensure integration across complex systems Technical Environment: Primary Stack: Python, Django Backend-focused with full-stack awareness Multiple user journeys (~27 Front End journeys) Government Digital Service (GDS) aligned delivery Ways of Working: Agile delivery model Daily stand-ups (~10am) Ticket-based workflow Collaborative problem-solving Focus on: o Clean code o Engineering standards o Testing & documentation Key Requirements: Essential: Strong Python and Django experience System design and architecture capability Proven system design capability (end-to-end) Strong collaboration and communication skills Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to contribute to secure, structured environments Minimum 5+ years' experience (ideally 8-10 years) Desirable: Experience with GDS standards Public sector or defence-related experience Exposure to secure or regulated environments
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Senior/Lead Software Engineer (Python, Django) Location: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, North East, UK Job Type: Full-time contract, 12 months Work Model: Hybrid Summary: This role is responsible for the design, development, delivery, and ongoing improvement of soft-ware solutions within a secure, government-focused environment. The successful candidate will contribute to building resilient, scalable, and user-centred services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards relating to controlled goods and exports. The position requires strong technical leadership, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and ownership of both development and live service performance. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions Translate user needs into technical outcomes Build secure, test-driven, high-quality code Support and maintain live services (performance & stability) Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (BA, UCD, Developers) Oversee development across multiple workstreams Drive continuous improvement of systems and processes Ensure integration across complex systems Technical Environment: Primary Stack: Python, Django Backend-focused with full-stack awareness Multiple user journeys (~27 Front End journeys) Government Digital Service (GDS) aligned delivery Ways of Working: Agile delivery model Daily stand-ups (~10am) Ticket-based workflow Collaborative problem-solving Focus on: o Clean code o Engineering standards o Testing & documentation Key Requirements: Essential: Strong Python and Django experience System design and architecture capability Proven system design capability (end-to-end) Strong collaboration and communication skills Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams Ability to contribute to secure, structured environments Minimum 5+ years' experience (ideally 8-10 years) Desirable: Experience with GDS standards Public sector or defence-related experience Exposure to secure or regulated environments
.NET Developer - Software House - Peterborough (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Azure, Angular 21, Vue.js, TypeScript, Multithreading, RESTful, ASP.NET Core Web API, EF Core 10.0, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Do you want to work for an internationally recognised brand? Do you want to work on enterprise level .NET / C# software development projects and gain exposure to cutting edge technologies? Do you want to experience a truly sophisticated Agile development environment? Then look no further! Our client is an award winning software house with a strong presence in over 30 countries. Due to continued growth and expansion we are seeking several .NET / C# Developer to join their dynamic team of high flying individuals. .NET Developer applicants should be experienced in: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. Our client can provide training into: .NET 10.0, C# 14, Azure, Angular 21, Vue.js, TypeScript, Multithreading, RESTful, ASP.NET Core Web API, EF Core 10.0 and MongoDB. You will be working alongside an MVP and well respect author on Agile and .NET / C# development. This is a truly fabulous opportunity to join a spectacular organization; one that offers a structured career progression programme, excellent training, exquisite offices and amazing benefits. Location: Peterborough, UK / Remote Working Salary: £35,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/NET/PETET
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
.NET Developer - Software House - Peterborough (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, Azure, Angular 21, Vue.js, TypeScript, Multithreading, RESTful, ASP.NET Core Web API, EF Core 10.0, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Do you want to work for an internationally recognised brand? Do you want to work on enterprise level .NET / C# software development projects and gain exposure to cutting edge technologies? Do you want to experience a truly sophisticated Agile development environment? Then look no further! Our client is an award winning software house with a strong presence in over 30 countries. Due to continued growth and expansion we are seeking several .NET / C# Developer to join their dynamic team of high flying individuals. .NET Developer applicants should be experienced in: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. Our client can provide training into: .NET 10.0, C# 14, Azure, Angular 21, Vue.js, TypeScript, Multithreading, RESTful, ASP.NET Core Web API, EF Core 10.0 and MongoDB. You will be working alongside an MVP and well respect author on Agile and .NET / C# development. This is a truly fabulous opportunity to join a spectacular organization; one that offers a structured career progression programme, excellent training, exquisite offices and amazing benefits. Location: Peterborough, UK / Remote Working Salary: £35,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/NET/PETET
.NET Developer - Europe's Largest Radio Station Group - Derby, Derbyshire (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, .NET MAUI, ML.NET, Azure AI, GitHub Copilot, Docker, Kubernetes, .NET Aspire, CI/CD, HTML Living Standard, CSS Living Standard, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our client is Europe's largest and most profitable commercial radio group. In order to keep pace with the new digital technologies being developed, they are transforming their stations into interactive brands that can operate across multiple platforms such as online, digital TV and mobile. As such we are seeking .NET Developer to join their dynamic .NET / C# team of high flying individuals. .NET Developer applicants should have a skill set that encompasses: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. Our client can provide you with industry recognised training in: .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, .NET MAUI, ML.NET, Azure AI, GitHub Copilot, Docker, Kubernetes, .NET Aspire, CI/CD, HTML Living Standard, CSS Living Standard and Azure Cosmos DB. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex enterprise level .NET / C# software development projects. Our client offers a structured career progression programme, industry recognized training, flexible working hours and home working. These positions are urgent, as such our client guarantees to provide feedback on CV's within 24 hours of submission and complete the interview process within 1 week. Location: Derby, Derbyshire, UK / Remote Working Salary: £45,00 - £55,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/SB/DERET
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
.NET Developer - Europe's Largest Radio Station Group - Derby, Derbyshire (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, .NET MAUI, ML.NET, Azure AI, GitHub Copilot, Docker, Kubernetes, .NET Aspire, CI/CD, HTML Living Standard, CSS Living Standard, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our client is Europe's largest and most profitable commercial radio group. In order to keep pace with the new digital technologies being developed, they are transforming their stations into interactive brands that can operate across multiple platforms such as online, digital TV and mobile. As such we are seeking .NET Developer to join their dynamic .NET / C# team of high flying individuals. .NET Developer applicants should have a skill set that encompasses: .NET, .NET Core, C# and Azure SQL. Our client can provide you with industry recognised training in: .NET 10.0, ASP.NET Core, C# 14, .NET MAUI, ML.NET, Azure AI, GitHub Copilot, Docker, Kubernetes, .NET Aspire, CI/CD, HTML Living Standard, CSS Living Standard and Azure Cosmos DB. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex enterprise level .NET / C# software development projects. Our client offers a structured career progression programme, industry recognized training, flexible working hours and home working. These positions are urgent, as such our client guarantees to provide feedback on CV's within 24 hours of submission and complete the interview process within 1 week. Location: Derby, Derbyshire, UK / Remote Working Salary: £45,00 - £55,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available. Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC NC/SB/DERET
East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role We're recruiting for Lead Architects here at Justice Digital , to be part of our warm and collaborative teams within the Legal Aid Agency . Our lead architects are responsible for assuring, designing, and delivering digital services that make a genuine difference to people's lives. A Lead Architect will work alongside a service owner, overseeing the work of up to 10 engineering teams. Together we will collaborate to develop our strategy, connect people and build trust with clear communication, and provide empathetic technical leadership across diverse teams. This role aligns against the Lead Technical Architect Role from the Government Digital and Data Framework. Our Lead Architects will work to understand our technology, our business, and our people (colleagues, stakeholders, and users of our services), and to create an ambitious and pragmatic vision for our teams, using their technical expertise to bring our challenges and opportunities into focus alongside the views of other professions in our leadership team. In LAA Digital believe that architecture is not purely a technical discipline. The systems we build are shaped by the teams that build them, the organisational structures they sit within, and the communication patterns between the people involved. Our architects think about how team structures, domain boundaries, and organisational dynamics shape systems - and how the systems we design, in turn, shape the organisation. We are looking for people who understand that designing great systems means co-designing the social and technical dimensions together, and who bring both technical depth and organisational awareness to their work. This role requires clear communication and structured thinking skills. A Lead Architect can see the big picture, understanding our complex technology landscape, and can clearly and effectively communicate with both specialist and non-specialist audiences. By building trust, developing great relationships, and empathising with others you will support the development of the architecture community and engineering leadership within your service area, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership across teams. A Lead Architect will have a good understanding of a broad range of technologies, with hands on experience in both software engineering and commercial enterprise, as well as providing effective governance, both within our organisation, and across our suppliers. You'll receive a range of excellent benefits when you join our department, including: A generous employer pension contribution of 28.97% through the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 25 days of annual leave, (increasing to 30 days once you have reached 5 years of service), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday. Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working, working part time or compressed hours. Designed to support a positive work-life balance. Employees are allocated 10% of their working time for personal and professional development. A £1k per person learning budget is in place to support all our people, with access to best-in-class conferences and seminars, accreditation with professional bodies, fully funded vocational programmes and e-learning platforms. Compassionate maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies, with up to 26 weeks leave at full pay, 13 weeks with partial pay, and 13 weeks further leave. And maternity support/paternity leave at full pay for 2 weeks, too! You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Key Responsibilities Create a technical vision for Legal Aid, develop our strategy, and be accountable for our technology estate as part of our Architect Leadership Team. Communicate about our technology across teams and professions, not just within our Digital unit but across all parts of the Ministry of Justice and with our suppliers and partners; seeing the big picture and bringing it to all stakeholders. Collaborate and find agreement with senior stakeholders, providing both technical and non-technical direction and challenge, as well as pragmatic compromise to deliver value. Maintain a holistic view of the end-to-end service ecosystem within Legal Aid, identifying technical dependencies and risks, actively seeking opportunities for improvement and collaboration, and ensuring we as a profession are actively producing, maintaining, and owning the associated enterprise architecture documentation. Empower teams to make pragmatic and incremental change, through influence and inspiration, setting both a vision for the future and an empathetic path that people and teams will be able to follow. Guide and influence choices to align with strategy, and seek out opportunities for digital transformation, helping all understand the value of technical decisions. Engage with our portfolio, assurance, risk management, cyber, and information assurance leadership to ensure their priorities are represented alongside those of the business and other digital teams. Mentor, coach, line-manage, and recruit more great architects and engineering leadership, helping build a sustainable work force plan to deliver our strategy. Champion inclusive working practices and support efforts to grow diversity, inclusivity and balance across engineering roles. Run community-of-practice initiatives within the architecture and engineering functions. Promote open dialogue, collaborative problem solving, and continuous learning within our technical community. Our Tech Stack This is our tech, both strategic and legacy. You don't need to have experience with all of these, but we hope you see some familiar things. Modern languages and frameworks built in Ruby, Java, and Python Resilient infrastructure in the cloud (primarily AWS), using infrastructure as code (IaC) and platforms as a service (PaaS) Progressive software development practices such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) A new multi-tier architecture, creating central data and business logic platforms to accelerate our product development. Enterprise Oracle software, including Enterprise Resource Planning (E-Business Suite) Mac or Windows-based development environments and public GitHub repositories if you're interested in finding out more about the work our architects do in LAA Digital, please join us on 10th June at 12:00. In the session, we will explain a little more about the recruitment process and what it is like to work within the Civil Service. More importantly, you'll hear first-hand from our lead architects about the work they do. Please come along with you questions and learn more about the team and the role. For more information and to register, visit link If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential A systems thinking mindset and the ability to see the big picture - how changes in one part of a sociotechnical system (people, process, technology, governance) affect others, to reason about emergent behaviours in complex environments, and to make trade-offs accordingly leading to iterative, outcome-focused, and effective change towards a strategic vision. Comfort with ambiguity and complexity is essential. Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical, solution, or infrastructure architecture role, with a background in either software engineering or enterprise architecture, acting as a recognised expert to guide, critique, and support teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distil complex and nuanced information into clear, concise messaging at all levels, from specialist developers through to non-technical executive leadership, developing mutual understanding and trust to drive consensus and reach decisions. Experience assuring services in a complex technical estate through effective risk management and technical governance, both within your own teams and across commercial engagements with third parties. Practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, web frameworks, data persistence technologies or event driven architecture in public cloud environments) Experience in introducing and championing best practices such as agile development, domain-driven design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI), continuous delivery (CD), and DevOps, fostering high-quality engineering culture within teams. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor. Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together . click apply for full job details
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role We're recruiting for Lead Architects here at Justice Digital , to be part of our warm and collaborative teams within the Legal Aid Agency . Our lead architects are responsible for assuring, designing, and delivering digital services that make a genuine difference to people's lives. A Lead Architect will work alongside a service owner, overseeing the work of up to 10 engineering teams. Together we will collaborate to develop our strategy, connect people and build trust with clear communication, and provide empathetic technical leadership across diverse teams. This role aligns against the Lead Technical Architect Role from the Government Digital and Data Framework. Our Lead Architects will work to understand our technology, our business, and our people (colleagues, stakeholders, and users of our services), and to create an ambitious and pragmatic vision for our teams, using their technical expertise to bring our challenges and opportunities into focus alongside the views of other professions in our leadership team. In LAA Digital believe that architecture is not purely a technical discipline. The systems we build are shaped by the teams that build them, the organisational structures they sit within, and the communication patterns between the people involved. Our architects think about how team structures, domain boundaries, and organisational dynamics shape systems - and how the systems we design, in turn, shape the organisation. We are looking for people who understand that designing great systems means co-designing the social and technical dimensions together, and who bring both technical depth and organisational awareness to their work. This role requires clear communication and structured thinking skills. A Lead Architect can see the big picture, understanding our complex technology landscape, and can clearly and effectively communicate with both specialist and non-specialist audiences. By building trust, developing great relationships, and empathising with others you will support the development of the architecture community and engineering leadership within your service area, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership across teams. A Lead Architect will have a good understanding of a broad range of technologies, with hands on experience in both software engineering and commercial enterprise, as well as providing effective governance, both within our organisation, and across our suppliers. You'll receive a range of excellent benefits when you join our department, including: A generous employer pension contribution of 28.97% through the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 25 days of annual leave, (increasing to 30 days once you have reached 5 years of service), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday. Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working, working part time or compressed hours. Designed to support a positive work-life balance. Employees are allocated 10% of their working time for personal and professional development. A £1k per person learning budget is in place to support all our people, with access to best-in-class conferences and seminars, accreditation with professional bodies, fully funded vocational programmes and e-learning platforms. Compassionate maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies, with up to 26 weeks leave at full pay, 13 weeks with partial pay, and 13 weeks further leave. And maternity support/paternity leave at full pay for 2 weeks, too! You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Key Responsibilities Create a technical vision for Legal Aid, develop our strategy, and be accountable for our technology estate as part of our Architect Leadership Team. Communicate about our technology across teams and professions, not just within our Digital unit but across all parts of the Ministry of Justice and with our suppliers and partners; seeing the big picture and bringing it to all stakeholders. Collaborate and find agreement with senior stakeholders, providing both technical and non-technical direction and challenge, as well as pragmatic compromise to deliver value. Maintain a holistic view of the end-to-end service ecosystem within Legal Aid, identifying technical dependencies and risks, actively seeking opportunities for improvement and collaboration, and ensuring we as a profession are actively producing, maintaining, and owning the associated enterprise architecture documentation. Empower teams to make pragmatic and incremental change, through influence and inspiration, setting both a vision for the future and an empathetic path that people and teams will be able to follow. Guide and influence choices to align with strategy, and seek out opportunities for digital transformation, helping all understand the value of technical decisions. Engage with our portfolio, assurance, risk management, cyber, and information assurance leadership to ensure their priorities are represented alongside those of the business and other digital teams. Mentor, coach, line-manage, and recruit more great architects and engineering leadership, helping build a sustainable work force plan to deliver our strategy. Champion inclusive working practices and support efforts to grow diversity, inclusivity and balance across engineering roles. Run community-of-practice initiatives within the architecture and engineering functions. Promote open dialogue, collaborative problem solving, and continuous learning within our technical community. Our Tech Stack This is our tech, both strategic and legacy. You don't need to have experience with all of these, but we hope you see some familiar things. Modern languages and frameworks built in Ruby, Java, and Python Resilient infrastructure in the cloud (primarily AWS), using infrastructure as code (IaC) and platforms as a service (PaaS) Progressive software development practices such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) A new multi-tier architecture, creating central data and business logic platforms to accelerate our product development. Enterprise Oracle software, including Enterprise Resource Planning (E-Business Suite) Mac or Windows-based development environments and public GitHub repositories if you're interested in finding out more about the work our architects do in LAA Digital, please join us on 10th June at 12:00. In the session, we will explain a little more about the recruitment process and what it is like to work within the Civil Service. More importantly, you'll hear first-hand from our lead architects about the work they do. Please come along with you questions and learn more about the team and the role. For more information and to register, visit link If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential A systems thinking mindset and the ability to see the big picture - how changes in one part of a sociotechnical system (people, process, technology, governance) affect others, to reason about emergent behaviours in complex environments, and to make trade-offs accordingly leading to iterative, outcome-focused, and effective change towards a strategic vision. Comfort with ambiguity and complexity is essential. Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical, solution, or infrastructure architecture role, with a background in either software engineering or enterprise architecture, acting as a recognised expert to guide, critique, and support teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distil complex and nuanced information into clear, concise messaging at all levels, from specialist developers through to non-technical executive leadership, developing mutual understanding and trust to drive consensus and reach decisions. Experience assuring services in a complex technical estate through effective risk management and technical governance, both within your own teams and across commercial engagements with third parties. Practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, web frameworks, data persistence technologies or event driven architecture in public cloud environments) Experience in introducing and championing best practices such as agile development, domain-driven design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI), continuous delivery (CD), and DevOps, fostering high-quality engineering culture within teams. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor. Our values are Purpose, Humanity Openness and Together . click apply for full job details
Location Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary The Integrated Corporate Services (ICS) is a shared corporate service. It provides corporate services (HR, Finance, Digital, Commercial, Security and Estates) across the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT). Our team of over 400 professionals will be leading the way in how these functions will be delivered in the future. Our ambition is to be the leading provider of integrated corporate services for government and set the standard for quality, efficiency, and innovation in our field. We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. Find Out More You can also follow our LinkedIn Careers Page: Job description Join ICS Digital, where innovation meets expertise to create digital solutions. We are a cohesive digital community who work in the open, solving problems together and fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration. Our commitment to user-focused design and data-driven decision-making ensures that we deliver accessible services tailored to the needs of our customers. The team We support Departments by delivering core technology services which help them achieve strategic and policy objectives. We put the user at the heart of what we do, and we take an interactive approach to service delivery. Our decisions are driven by data and we work collaboratively with partners to continue to deliver exceptional services. Join ICS Digital at the Cutting Edge of Government Digital Strategy! ICS Digital is seeking a dynamic Product & Delivery Manager to lead the charge in revolutionising data quality management for the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). As a member of our Data Quality team, you'll be at the forefront of designing and delivering automated solutions that safeguard vital departmental data repositories. Our ambitious roadmap includes developing state-of-the-art data loss prevention processes, AI governance guardrails and automated data lifecycle management. We pursue the integration of cutting-edge AI capabilities to enrich metadata and empower confident decision-making on data handling. Your focus will be on leveraging the latest within Microsoft 365 tech stack to support these ambitions, with particular focus on Microsoft Purview, PowerAutomate, PowerBI, Copilot Studio, and SharePoint Knowledge Agent, and Agent 365. As Product and Delivery Manager, you will work with a small but mighty team, containing both permanent and contract resources including developers, business analysts, UX content designers and information architects. You'll work hand-in-hand with fellow product owners and senior leaders across ICS Digital to deliver the ICS Digital Strategy which aligns with the Roadmap for Modern Digital Government. We are looking for a hard-working, forward-thinking person with strong interpersonal and analytical skills who enjoy working collaboratively with others to solve problems. Be part of the team that's shaping the future of government digital strategy. Visit our blog to learn more about us and our work: click here To find out more about the Government Digital & Data profession visit: click here Person specification Key responsibilities: As Product and Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the successful planning and delivery of data quality and data governance projects, ensuring work is controlled effectively and delivered in line with agreed scope, time, cost and quality expectations. Work collaboratively with users, subject matter experts, content owners, software developers, and senior stakeholders to define requirements and agree priorities. Based on requirements and priorities, develop product visions and roadmaps, create user stories and manage product backlogs. Supported by the project team, manage the delivery of products and services through the lifecycle phases, and track outcomes, key performance indicators and benefits. Support project governance and assurance activity, ensuring appropriate documentation, reporting and decision-making are in place and aligned with departmental and cross-government standards. Run ceremonies including sprint reviews, retrospectives and daily standups, lead the team in Agile working practices, and promote collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies, escalating where appropriate and work with the team to resolve blockers and maintain momentum. Monitor delivery performance, budgets and resource, and manage suppliers and contracts where needed. Monitor new releases in the Microsoft roadmap and leverage new features for the business and evaluate potential app integrations. The above responsibilities are not exhaustive, and the post holders may be required to undertake some additional tasks not listed above, within the remit of their grade, to support the team. Essential Criteria: Experience in project management. Background in Agile and Lean practices, with the ability apply appropriate methodologies. Experience of working as a Product Manager/Owner in a Technology Dev/Ops environment. Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders and manage conflicting priorities. Good presentation skills, with ability to vary detail and complexity based on audience. Desirable Criteria: Certified in AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner Experience in managing product backlog for Microsoft products Experience using JIRA for managing project delivery We welcome candidates with experience in other digital areas, such as a delivery management or business analysis. It is unusual that all candidates will meet all the desirable criteria. If your skills and experience look slightly different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the Info Gov Product and Delivery Manager role and the team, we strongly encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from you!
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary The Integrated Corporate Services (ICS) is a shared corporate service. It provides corporate services (HR, Finance, Digital, Commercial, Security and Estates) across the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT). Our team of over 400 professionals will be leading the way in how these functions will be delivered in the future. Our ambition is to be the leading provider of integrated corporate services for government and set the standard for quality, efficiency, and innovation in our field. We offer great working benefits including a world-class pension, flexible working options and a career where your learning and development is taken seriously. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. Find Out More You can also follow our LinkedIn Careers Page: Job description Join ICS Digital, where innovation meets expertise to create digital solutions. We are a cohesive digital community who work in the open, solving problems together and fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration. Our commitment to user-focused design and data-driven decision-making ensures that we deliver accessible services tailored to the needs of our customers. The team We support Departments by delivering core technology services which help them achieve strategic and policy objectives. We put the user at the heart of what we do, and we take an interactive approach to service delivery. Our decisions are driven by data and we work collaboratively with partners to continue to deliver exceptional services. Join ICS Digital at the Cutting Edge of Government Digital Strategy! ICS Digital is seeking a dynamic Product & Delivery Manager to lead the charge in revolutionising data quality management for the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). As a member of our Data Quality team, you'll be at the forefront of designing and delivering automated solutions that safeguard vital departmental data repositories. Our ambitious roadmap includes developing state-of-the-art data loss prevention processes, AI governance guardrails and automated data lifecycle management. We pursue the integration of cutting-edge AI capabilities to enrich metadata and empower confident decision-making on data handling. Your focus will be on leveraging the latest within Microsoft 365 tech stack to support these ambitions, with particular focus on Microsoft Purview, PowerAutomate, PowerBI, Copilot Studio, and SharePoint Knowledge Agent, and Agent 365. As Product and Delivery Manager, you will work with a small but mighty team, containing both permanent and contract resources including developers, business analysts, UX content designers and information architects. You'll work hand-in-hand with fellow product owners and senior leaders across ICS Digital to deliver the ICS Digital Strategy which aligns with the Roadmap for Modern Digital Government. We are looking for a hard-working, forward-thinking person with strong interpersonal and analytical skills who enjoy working collaboratively with others to solve problems. Be part of the team that's shaping the future of government digital strategy. Visit our blog to learn more about us and our work: click here To find out more about the Government Digital & Data profession visit: click here Person specification Key responsibilities: As Product and Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the successful planning and delivery of data quality and data governance projects, ensuring work is controlled effectively and delivered in line with agreed scope, time, cost and quality expectations. Work collaboratively with users, subject matter experts, content owners, software developers, and senior stakeholders to define requirements and agree priorities. Based on requirements and priorities, develop product visions and roadmaps, create user stories and manage product backlogs. Supported by the project team, manage the delivery of products and services through the lifecycle phases, and track outcomes, key performance indicators and benefits. Support project governance and assurance activity, ensuring appropriate documentation, reporting and decision-making are in place and aligned with departmental and cross-government standards. Run ceremonies including sprint reviews, retrospectives and daily standups, lead the team in Agile working practices, and promote collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies, escalating where appropriate and work with the team to resolve blockers and maintain momentum. Monitor delivery performance, budgets and resource, and manage suppliers and contracts where needed. Monitor new releases in the Microsoft roadmap and leverage new features for the business and evaluate potential app integrations. The above responsibilities are not exhaustive, and the post holders may be required to undertake some additional tasks not listed above, within the remit of their grade, to support the team. Essential Criteria: Experience in project management. Background in Agile and Lean practices, with the ability apply appropriate methodologies. Experience of working as a Product Manager/Owner in a Technology Dev/Ops environment. Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders and manage conflicting priorities. Good presentation skills, with ability to vary detail and complexity based on audience. Desirable Criteria: Certified in AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner Experience in managing product backlog for Microsoft products Experience using JIRA for managing project delivery We welcome candidates with experience in other digital areas, such as a delivery management or business analysis. It is unusual that all candidates will meet all the desirable criteria. If your skills and experience look slightly different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the Info Gov Product and Delivery Manager role and the team, we strongly encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from you!
Locations: East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We're recruiting for a Lead Developer here at Justice Digital , to be part of our warm and collaborative Developer Experience team which sits in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO). This role aligns against the Lead Developer Role from the Government Digital and Data Framework OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate services that are secure, reliable and sustainable. This role focuses on improving how engineers work by defining standards and ensuring they are implemented through shared tooling rather than guidance alone. You will play an integral part in central teams responsible for Developer Experience (DevX) and the Developer Portal, working closely with platform, security and architecture teams. You'll be confident working with other developers on our tech stack and comfortable learning new technologies and systems. We use a variety of different technologies and will work with you to place you in a team that matches your skills, interests and aspirations wherever possible. You will work with user researchers, product managers, designers, delivery managers, technical architects and content specialists who share a vision for improving government through smarter use of technology. You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Our Tech Stack We use a range of technologies and we're looking for people who specialise in one or more of them (Python or Java) and who love learning new languages and frameworks. For example, we might use Python to write our application code, Circle CI or GitHub Actions for CI/CD, Sentry for application monitoring, Kubernetes and Docker to schedule and run our services (read about our Cloud Platform), AWS for most of our infrastructure, GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces and use Macbook Pros. For front-end development, we value a robust understanding of the underlying web technologies. We value well-maintained, open-source tools that can be used to produce semantic HTML, performant CSS and unobtrusive JavaScript or TypeScript, and we assess all our services against accessibility criteria. We're happy to help you learn our tech stack once you're part of our team, and do not require an exact match in your experience of languages. Check out GitHub for a closer look at the technologies we use, and a complete list of services that we build and maintain. We subscribe to the manifesto for agile software development. Our Community We currently have over 200+ experienced developers who make up the engineering community across the MoJ. You will coach and mentor junior colleagues and take part in informal support networks with your peers. You will be encouraged to play an active role in the engineering community and culture. We take the responsibility of supportive and effective line management very seriously. We will value the skills you bring to the civil service and help you to build on them. When the time is right, we will support moving between teams or government departments to learn different technologies, or take on more responsibility, according to your career goals. Take a look at our developer blog to get a sense of our work and culture. Key Responsibilities This role combines a number of key disciplines in addition to hands-on development and writing code. You will inspire, mentor, coach, manage and lead software developers within a business domain. You will also focus on generating a culture of quality, maintaining balance between building sustainable well architected products and unlocking citizen value early The areas of your responsibility for leadership will shift between people, architecture, development and product strategy, depending on context and need You will contribute to the technical leadership in DevX team, specifically Developer Tooling. There will be opportunity to line manage several Senior Developers as the team expands into Developer Portal. Technical Leadership Taking responsibility for tickets and releasing production ready code Collaborate with Technical Architects and Product Managers to set product direction Collaborate with Technical Architects to help in the design of systems and implementation of coherent and sustainable technical roadmaps Lead discussions with Developers to nurture consensus on technical/team decisions Support backlog refinement, helping plan, define and prioritise actionable tasks for the team Build inclusivity and understanding by promoting strategies to share technical knowledge of our systems with appropriate documentation and other activities Support Delivery Managers in unblocking value where necessary and/or honest representations of effort in an agile environment as the teams learn more Engineering Management Managing, coaching and growing people with a focus on their wellbeing and development Support Delivery Managers in improving team maturity Engineering Profession Work with your local Principal Developer and the wider community to improve and maintain good coding standards and practices Help provide feedback on wider technical strategy of your business unit Share knowledge and build enthusiasm for sharing via activities like brown bags, cooperative workshops, chat discussions and other means Encourage open discussion and drive communities in our primary communication tools Have a mindset for growth and learning looking for emerging technologies, tools and good practice Help build and maintain a diverse, inclusive culture across the development community, growing awareness, inclusivity, and balance Take part in the recruitment and onboarding of other Developers If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential You can demonstrate proven experience of Python or Java. You have experience of software development and writing production ready code. You have experience nurturing a culture of good software practice that makes change easy. You can share evidence of growing your skills in technical leadership, and advocating for your team. You have coached other people. You have contributed towards building a high performing, inclusive team culture. You have experience in delivering better value sooner and safer, through DevOps, XP or other ways of working that lead to agility and collaboration. You enjoy building long-lasting relationships and trust with others. You have proven technical leadership skills. You have grown sustainable teams. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Locations: East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We're recruiting for a Lead Developer here at Justice Digital , to be part of our warm and collaborative Developer Experience team which sits in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO). This role aligns against the Lead Developer Role from the Government Digital and Data Framework OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate services that are secure, reliable and sustainable. This role focuses on improving how engineers work by defining standards and ensuring they are implemented through shared tooling rather than guidance alone. You will play an integral part in central teams responsible for Developer Experience (DevX) and the Developer Portal, working closely with platform, security and architecture teams. You'll be confident working with other developers on our tech stack and comfortable learning new technologies and systems. We use a variety of different technologies and will work with you to place you in a team that matches your skills, interests and aspirations wherever possible. You will work with user researchers, product managers, designers, delivery managers, technical architects and content specialists who share a vision for improving government through smarter use of technology. You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Our Tech Stack We use a range of technologies and we're looking for people who specialise in one or more of them (Python or Java) and who love learning new languages and frameworks. For example, we might use Python to write our application code, Circle CI or GitHub Actions for CI/CD, Sentry for application monitoring, Kubernetes and Docker to schedule and run our services (read about our Cloud Platform), AWS for most of our infrastructure, GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces and use Macbook Pros. For front-end development, we value a robust understanding of the underlying web technologies. We value well-maintained, open-source tools that can be used to produce semantic HTML, performant CSS and unobtrusive JavaScript or TypeScript, and we assess all our services against accessibility criteria. We're happy to help you learn our tech stack once you're part of our team, and do not require an exact match in your experience of languages. Check out GitHub for a closer look at the technologies we use, and a complete list of services that we build and maintain. We subscribe to the manifesto for agile software development. Our Community We currently have over 200+ experienced developers who make up the engineering community across the MoJ. You will coach and mentor junior colleagues and take part in informal support networks with your peers. You will be encouraged to play an active role in the engineering community and culture. We take the responsibility of supportive and effective line management very seriously. We will value the skills you bring to the civil service and help you to build on them. When the time is right, we will support moving between teams or government departments to learn different technologies, or take on more responsibility, according to your career goals. Take a look at our developer blog to get a sense of our work and culture. Key Responsibilities This role combines a number of key disciplines in addition to hands-on development and writing code. You will inspire, mentor, coach, manage and lead software developers within a business domain. You will also focus on generating a culture of quality, maintaining balance between building sustainable well architected products and unlocking citizen value early The areas of your responsibility for leadership will shift between people, architecture, development and product strategy, depending on context and need You will contribute to the technical leadership in DevX team, specifically Developer Tooling. There will be opportunity to line manage several Senior Developers as the team expands into Developer Portal. Technical Leadership Taking responsibility for tickets and releasing production ready code Collaborate with Technical Architects and Product Managers to set product direction Collaborate with Technical Architects to help in the design of systems and implementation of coherent and sustainable technical roadmaps Lead discussions with Developers to nurture consensus on technical/team decisions Support backlog refinement, helping plan, define and prioritise actionable tasks for the team Build inclusivity and understanding by promoting strategies to share technical knowledge of our systems with appropriate documentation and other activities Support Delivery Managers in unblocking value where necessary and/or honest representations of effort in an agile environment as the teams learn more Engineering Management Managing, coaching and growing people with a focus on their wellbeing and development Support Delivery Managers in improving team maturity Engineering Profession Work with your local Principal Developer and the wider community to improve and maintain good coding standards and practices Help provide feedback on wider technical strategy of your business unit Share knowledge and build enthusiasm for sharing via activities like brown bags, cooperative workshops, chat discussions and other means Encourage open discussion and drive communities in our primary communication tools Have a mindset for growth and learning looking for emerging technologies, tools and good practice Help build and maintain a diverse, inclusive culture across the development community, growing awareness, inclusivity, and balance Take part in the recruitment and onboarding of other Developers If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential You can demonstrate proven experience of Python or Java. You have experience of software development and writing production ready code. You have experience nurturing a culture of good software practice that makes change easy. You can share evidence of growing your skills in technical leadership, and advocating for your team. You have coached other people. You have contributed towards building a high performing, inclusive team culture. You have experience in delivering better value sooner and safer, through DevOps, XP or other ways of working that lead to agility and collaboration. You enjoy building long-lasting relationships and trust with others. You have proven technical leadership skills. You have grown sustainable teams. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance.
Lead Software Engineer / Developer (Python Full Stack) Oxford / WFH to £80k Opportunity to take ownership of the technology strategy, architecture and software platforms that power a growing motorsport and technology business. As the Lead Software Engineer you will shape the future of the engineering function, influence key business decisions and build a high performing team around you whilst remain click apply for full job details
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Lead Software Engineer / Developer (Python Full Stack) Oxford / WFH to £80k Opportunity to take ownership of the technology strategy, architecture and software platforms that power a growing motorsport and technology business. As the Lead Software Engineer you will shape the future of the engineering function, influence key business decisions and build a high performing team around you whilst remain click apply for full job details
Java Developer Location: Altrincham, Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Benefits A leading software organisation is seeking a talented Java Developer to join its growing Agile development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Java Developer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working with modern technologies, and contributing to software products that are used by organisations across the UK. The successful Java Developer will join a collaborative Scrum team, working closely with Senior Developers, Principal Developers, Test Analysts, UX Designers and Product Specialists to build and enhance innovative software solutions. The Opportunity As a Java Developer , you will play a key role in developing new products and features while helping to improve existing applications. You'll be encouraged to contribute ideas, influence technical decisions and support continuous improvement across the development function. This organisation combines the stability of an established market leader with the agility and culture of a modern technology business, offering excellent opportunities for learning, progression and professional development. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications Deliver new features and enhancements within Agile Scrum teams Collaborate with developers, testers, designers and product stakeholders Produce clean, maintainable and well-tested code Participate in code reviews and pair programming sessions Contribute to continuous integration and automated testing practices Support ongoing improvements to development processes and technology stacks Investigate and evaluate new tools, technologies and frameworks Required Skills & Experience Commercial experience developing software with Java Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles Experience working within Agile development environments Ability to work effectively within an existing codebase Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Passion for technology and continuous learning Desirable Experience Experience with any of the following technologies would be beneficial: Java 17+ Amazon Corretto Automated testing frameworks Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment Docker Kubernetes Terraform Chef Vagrant Packer DevOps tooling and practices Benefits Hybrid working arrangement Modern collaborative office environment in Altrincham Structured career progression opportunities Ongoing training and development Access to learning resources and technical communities Dedicated innovation and development days Supportive and collaborative engineering culture Regular company social events and team activities Opportunity to work with modern technologies and development practices Why Apply? This role offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded software engineering team where your contributions will be recognised and valued. You'll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced technical professionals and develop your career within a business that actively invests in its people. If you're an ambitious Java Developer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Java Developer Location: Altrincham, Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Benefits A leading software organisation is seeking a talented Java Developer to join its growing Agile development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Java Developer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working with modern technologies, and contributing to software products that are used by organisations across the UK. The successful Java Developer will join a collaborative Scrum team, working closely with Senior Developers, Principal Developers, Test Analysts, UX Designers and Product Specialists to build and enhance innovative software solutions. The Opportunity As a Java Developer , you will play a key role in developing new products and features while helping to improve existing applications. You'll be encouraged to contribute ideas, influence technical decisions and support continuous improvement across the development function. This organisation combines the stability of an established market leader with the agility and culture of a modern technology business, offering excellent opportunities for learning, progression and professional development. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications Deliver new features and enhancements within Agile Scrum teams Collaborate with developers, testers, designers and product stakeholders Produce clean, maintainable and well-tested code Participate in code reviews and pair programming sessions Contribute to continuous integration and automated testing practices Support ongoing improvements to development processes and technology stacks Investigate and evaluate new tools, technologies and frameworks Required Skills & Experience Commercial experience developing software with Java Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles Experience working within Agile development environments Ability to work effectively within an existing codebase Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Passion for technology and continuous learning Desirable Experience Experience with any of the following technologies would be beneficial: Java 17+ Amazon Corretto Automated testing frameworks Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment Docker Kubernetes Terraform Chef Vagrant Packer DevOps tooling and practices Benefits Hybrid working arrangement Modern collaborative office environment in Altrincham Structured career progression opportunities Ongoing training and development Access to learning resources and technical communities Dedicated innovation and development days Supportive and collaborative engineering culture Regular company social events and team activities Opportunity to work with modern technologies and development practices Why Apply? This role offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded software engineering team where your contributions will be recognised and valued. You'll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced technical professionals and develop your career within a business that actively invests in its people. If you're an ambitious Java Developer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your application.
Location: London, Manchester, Cardiff, Southampton At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. The Engine technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling We're looking for Engineers who can lead and inspire teams, collaborating to spearhead the development of the Engine platform for clients all over the world. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. As a Staff Engineer you will: Coach, mentor, and grow a high-performing team, ensuring their well-being as they work on high-impact solutions that bring value to Engine and our customers. Have the opportunity to lead multiple complex projects from inception through to run Get hands-on when needed, using your strong system design skills to help the team make smart architectural decisions and unblock complex challenges. Take ownership of technical challenges critical to the success of the business Identify where existing tooling, applications, or processes can be enhanced and deliver innovative change Collaborate with clients, solution architects, product owners, and other engineers to help meet the client goals Obtain a wide and varied understanding of how banks operate around the world Shape the future capabilities of Engine, including our approach, tooling, automation and architecture. Lead by example in your contributions to the codebase, setting a high bar for others to aim for Champion a healthy engineering culture built on continuous improvement, technical excellence, and a focus on the customer. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. We are very open about how we deliver software. For the most part we code in Java, but you need not be an expert when you join us! We believe in clean coding, simple solutions, automated testing and continuous deployment. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis. As a Staff Engineer you will bring the below experience or knowledge: Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. Delivering change to critical systems in a distributed environment Be a highly proficient developer, maintaining a high standard for technical and coding excellence in the collective, through your own work Good understanding of DevOps practices Delivering complex outcomes across multiple domains and teams Working cross-functionally with technologists from other specialties, and non-technical stakeholders across the business Coaching and mentoring members of a team to upskill and develop them in their career Leading the technical delivery on large scale projects to successful completion The main part of our Backend Tech Stack is listed below, we don't ask that you have experience in all of this, but if you do, that's great! Java, which makes up the majority of our backend codebase AWS & GCP - we're cloud-native Microservice based architecture Kubernetes (EKS) TeamCity for CI / CD (with multiple production releases per day) Terraform and Grafana Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with a Staff or Principal Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical & Leadership interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO / Engineering Director / Principal Engineer 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Location: London, Manchester, Cardiff, Southampton At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. The Engine technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling We're looking for Engineers who can lead and inspire teams, collaborating to spearhead the development of the Engine platform for clients all over the world. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. As a Staff Engineer you will: Coach, mentor, and grow a high-performing team, ensuring their well-being as they work on high-impact solutions that bring value to Engine and our customers. Have the opportunity to lead multiple complex projects from inception through to run Get hands-on when needed, using your strong system design skills to help the team make smart architectural decisions and unblock complex challenges. Take ownership of technical challenges critical to the success of the business Identify where existing tooling, applications, or processes can be enhanced and deliver innovative change Collaborate with clients, solution architects, product owners, and other engineers to help meet the client goals Obtain a wide and varied understanding of how banks operate around the world Shape the future capabilities of Engine, including our approach, tooling, automation and architecture. Lead by example in your contributions to the codebase, setting a high bar for others to aim for Champion a healthy engineering culture built on continuous improvement, technical excellence, and a focus on the customer. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. We are very open about how we deliver software. For the most part we code in Java, but you need not be an expert when you join us! We believe in clean coding, simple solutions, automated testing and continuous deployment. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis. As a Staff Engineer you will bring the below experience or knowledge: Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. Delivering change to critical systems in a distributed environment Be a highly proficient developer, maintaining a high standard for technical and coding excellence in the collective, through your own work Good understanding of DevOps practices Delivering complex outcomes across multiple domains and teams Working cross-functionally with technologists from other specialties, and non-technical stakeholders across the business Coaching and mentoring members of a team to upskill and develop them in their career Leading the technical delivery on large scale projects to successful completion The main part of our Backend Tech Stack is listed below, we don't ask that you have experience in all of this, but if you do, that's great! Java, which makes up the majority of our backend codebase AWS & GCP - we're cloud-native Microservice based architecture Kubernetes (EKS) TeamCity for CI / CD (with multiple production releases per day) Terraform and Grafana Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with a Staff or Principal Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical & Leadership interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO / Engineering Director / Principal Engineer 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.