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Job title: Senior Backend Engineer with Content delivery experience Location: Remote Duration: 06 months contract About the Position We're looking for a Senior Engineer with experience in automated CDN configuration management and/or a background in Content Delivery to join our CDN team. In this role, you will contribute to the development and optimization of the foundational infrastructure that powers our Media Delivery and play capabilities. Our team owns content delivery management and the internal platform offering, operating a multi-vendor setup behind the scenes to offer engineers a unified interface to manage their CDN configuration. You will collaborate within an agile, cross-functional team to design, build, and develop scalable infrastructure services and tools. What You'll Do Improve the core infrastructure systems that serve as the foundation for the rest of our backend. Build, support, and operate important central services and systems, keeping reliability, scalability, and security in mind. Contribute to the team's product direction and technical strategy. Work with cutting-edge technologies at massive scale, supporting thousands of developers and over a billion customers. Participate in an on-call rotation to maintain operational responsibility for the team's services. Who You Are An engineer with a keen interest in building infrastructure platforms. You have a strong background in Networking and Infrastructure as Code, along with a willingness to learn and help others. Ideally, you have past experience in CDN management and/or Content Delivery. You have hands-on experience working within cloud-based environments. You are passionate about learning, experimenting with new technologies, and adapting quickly to new challenges. Our Tech Stack Terraform Java CDN providers SDKs Envoy Kubernetes GCP If you are interested in the above role then you can apply today at Prasanna com If you are interested in the above role then you can apply today at Prasanna com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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

Senior Backend Developer (Python / Azure) 550 per day INSIDE IR35 6 months UK-based - once a week in London Role Hands-on backend developer building and integrating Python-based services within a secure, enterprise environment. Focus on API development, system integration, and reliable delivery. Key Responsibilities Build backend services using Python (FastAPI) Develop APIs and integrate across disconnected systems Deploy solutions via Azure Function Apps Implement CI/CD pipelines (GitHub) Write and optimise SQL queries Contribute to architecture and secure design Clarify requirements, identify gaps, and shape solutions Support delivery and manage client expectations C# and .Net Skills Skills & Experience Strong Python + FastAPI experience Hands-on delivery background Azure (Function Apps essential) DevOps / CI-CD (GitHub) Solid SQL (querying, not DBA) Architecture awareness (security, scalability) Strong communication and stakeholder engagement

Senior Software Engineer Birmingham (Hybrid) Permanent Full-Time Competitive Salary A growing technology business is seeking a Software Engineer to join its engineering team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a developer with strong AWS and backend engineering experience who wants exposure to cloud-native systems, IoT integrations, frontend development, DevOps, and AI-powered applications . Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain AWS-based backend microservices Build frontend applications using React and TypeScript Work on IoT integrations including connected edge devices Develop infrastructure using AWS CDK / Infrastructure as Code Support CI/CD pipeline improvements and deployments Contribute to AI / LLM-powered product functionality Collaborate with stakeholders to define and deliver solutions Maintain code quality through code reviews and engineering best practice Technical Environment Languages: TypeScript, Node.js, Python, Go Cloud: AWS Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge, SQS, Step Functions Databases: DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, Aurora, MongoDB Frontend: React, TypeScript, MUI DevOps: AWS CDK, Terraform, Docker, GitLab CI, CodePipeline AI: Amazon Bedrock, RAG, LLM integrations Skills Required Commercial software engineering experience Strong AWS cloud/serverless experience Strong backend development skills in TypeScript, Python, or Go CI/CD and Docker experience Full-stack engineering mindset Strong communication skills Desirable Skills React / TypeScript frontend experience Infrastructure as Code GraphQL / AppSync Event-driven architectures IoT / edge systems AI / machine learning feature development Benefits Hybrid working Modern cloud-native technology stack Exposure to AI and emerging technologies High ownership engineering role Collaborative team environment Competitive salary

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. As a Senior Software Developer within ICS Digital, you will work across a range of internal and public-facing digital services, helping to design, build and support solutions which meet user needs across DESNZ and DSIT. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including developers, data engineers, business analysts, product managers and DevOps engineers to deliver secure, scalable and accessible services. You will contribute to the development of modern cloud-based services using technologies across AWS and Azure platforms, working across both frontend and backend development. The role provides opportunities to work with innovative technologies and rapidly prototype solutions, including exploring the use of AI-enabled tooling and automation where appropriate to improve service delivery and developer productivity. You will help promote engineering best practices across the team, including accessibility, testing, agile delivery, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing, while contributing to a collaborative and supportive engineering culture. Visit our blog to learn more about us and our work: To find out more about the Government Digital & Data profession visit: Person specification Design, develop and maintain secure, scalable and accessible digital services across frontend and backend technologies. Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary agile teams to deliver user-focused solutions which meet business and customer needs. Build and maintain cloud-native applications and services using platforms such as AWS and Azure. Apply modern engineering standards and best practices including accessibility, automated testing, code reviews, CI/CD and secure software development. Support rapid prototyping and continuous improvement activities, including evaluating innovative technologies, automation and AI-enabled tooling where appropriate to improve delivery and service quality. Coach and support other developers through knowledge sharing, collaboration and promoting engineering best practices. 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. As a line manager, you will be responsible for working with your members of staff to define their objectives, as well as managing their development and performance. Essential criteria Experience developing software solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks such as Python (e.g., Flask/Django) and frontend technologies such as React. Experience developing and supporting cloud-based services and applications using platforms such as AWS or Azure. Experience applying software engineering best practices including accessibility standards, automated testing strategies (unit/integration testing), code reviews and CI/CD approaches. Experience designing, developing or integrating APIs and services within modern digital architectures. Experience using innovative technologies and rapid prototyping approaches to develop solutions which meet user or business needs, alongside strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable criteria Experience or interest in AI-enabled technologies, such as AI agents, prompt engineering, GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Amazon Bedrock or similar tooling. Experience with DevOps MH5.1 practices including pipeline creation, infrastructure automation, deployment tooling or exposure to MLOps/LLMOps approaches Active interest in emerging technology trends and continuous learning in software engineering and emerging technologies. 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 Senior Software Developer role and the team, we strongly encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from you!

Full Stack .Net Developer (C#, React, Azure Service Bus) Milton Keynes, 2 days per week in office.£45000 - £58000 + Package. - This role cannot offer VISA Sponsorship - You must have 2+ years commercial experience with ALL of the following: C#, React & Azure. Your new company This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established, highly profitable UK business at a genuine inflection point in its technology journey. Backed by a newly appointed CTO and a clear investment strategy, the organisation is accelerating its shift towards a modern, product-led engineering culture.Historically rooted in large-scale, mission-critical systems, the business is now transforming how it builds and delivers software, moving away from legacy desktop applications towards scalable, cloud-oriented, API-first platforms. What sets this role apart is the balance of stability and ambition. You are not joining a startup, but you will get to work on a transformation programme that has real momentum, strong leadership backing, and visible business impact.The role is 2 days per week in their new Head Office in Milton Keynes, easily accessible by car or train. Your new role You will join a high-performing development team of around 6 to 10 engineers, playing a key role in one of the organisation's most important technology programmes. The immediate focus will be evolving core systems, moving from legacy WinForms and desktop-based architecture into modern, web-based internal platforms built on APIs and cloud-first principles.This is not a simple migration. It is a genuine re-engineering effort where you will influence design decisions, shape architecture, and help define how future systems are built. You will work across the full stack, delivering robust backend services alongside modern front-end applications, all within a structured but progressive Agile environment.What makes this role stand out is the roadmap beyond the transformation. Once the modernisation programme is complete, there is a strong pipeline of greenfield work including new digital platforms, chatbot technology and AI-driven solutions. It is an opportunity to stay close to innovation, rather than being confined to legacy support.Ultimately, this role suits someone who wants to do more than just deliver tickets. You will be someone who enjoys improving systems, influencing direction and contributing to a team that is actively evolving how it builds software. What you'll need to succeed These are mid-level or low-senior hires. We need minimum 2+ years commercial programming experience working as a Full Stack C# .Net Developer. You must bring solid expertise in Cloud/Azure, including Azure Service Bus, Functions, etc.On the Front End you must also have 2+ years in React/TypeScript (or Blazor). All new Front End development will be done in React.A grounding in engineering best practices is key, including object-oriented design, clean code principles and a structured approach to testing such as TDD, as well as experience working in Agile environments.Beyond the core skillset, what will really set you apart is your ability to operate in more complex, scalable environments. Experience with microservices or distributed systems, an understanding of concurrency, parallelism or multi-threading, and exposure to high-scale cloud-based architectures will all add significant value. Any experience with AI tooling in a development environment, or relevant certifications within the Microsoft ecosystem, will further strengthen your profile. What you'll get in return You'll benefit from a competitive package including strong pension and life assurance, generous holiday allowance, a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts, and access to comprehensive wellbeing support. The business also invests heavily in training and internal progression, alongside a flexible hybrid working model.Alongside this, you will benefit from a flexible hybrid model with two days per week in a Milton Keynes office, a collaborative team environment where your voice is heard, and clear progression opportunities as the technology function continues to grow. What you need to do now To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Business Director on .At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Backend Developer London (Hybrid - 1 day per month in the office) Basic salary £90k to £100k + strong package An exciting opportunity for a Senior Backend Developer to join a fast-growing, well-funded technology business that's scaling rapidly and investing heavily in its engineering teams. This is a role for someone who enjoys building reliable, well-designed Back End systems and wants to stay close to real product impact as the platform grows. The Senior Backend Developer will be part of a product-focused engineering team working on customer-facing, mission-critical systems at scale. The emphasis is on strong software engineering fundamentals rather than framework-driven development - clean code, thoughtful design, and pragmatic problem-solving matter far more than ticking boxes on a tech stack. As a Senior Backend Developer, you'll be working in an environment that is collaborative, fast-moving, and delivery-focused where engineers are trusted to own features end-to-end, contribute to technical direction, and make sensible architectural decisions as the platform evolves. There's a genuine balance between autonomy and teamwork, with space to experiment, learn, and continuously improve how things are built. Senior Backend Developer - Key Requirements: Strong experience building Back End services using Python (or another modern Back End language) Solid grounding in software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design Experience designing, building, and maintaining scalable Back End systems Comfortable working with APIs, databases, and distributed systems Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to debugging and refactoring Experience working with version control, testing practices, and code reviews Product-minded - able to think beyond the code and understand real user impact Experience working in fast-paced environments with evolving requirements Collaborative communicator who enjoys working closely with engineers, product, and design Senior Backend Developer - Salary & Benefits: Basic salary up to £100k Bonus and/or share options Private medical insurance Generous holiday allowance Flexible hybrid working model Learning & development budget Strong wellbeing benefits and additional perks If you're a Senior Backend Developer looking for a role where you can focus on fundamentals, build meaningful products, and grow alongside a scaling tech business with serious investment behind it, this is a strong opportunity. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Join a dynamic energy provider dedicated to sustainable solutions in the UK. We seek enthusiastic and resourceful Backend Python Engineers at senior levels who are passionate about crafting exceptional products. Initially it will be a six-month contract but there is potential for it to be extended. The role is Hybrid, with one day a week being based in their London. It is a full-time role, 37 hours per week. If this role feels right, send us your CV. Accountabilities: Playing a pivotal role in the backend engineering team, you will help to build full-stack cloud apps. You'll be using Python and AWS Cloud services on the backend. Adopt a Server-less first approach to application design, collaborating within an agile team alongside other backend engineers and product designers. Strategize, develop, test, and deploy new features and experiments. Engage in collaborative coding practices such as pair programming and code reviews within the team. Contribute to resolving the complexities inherent in large-scale systems and extensive datasets. Foster close collaboration with our Product, Data, Front-end, Platform, and Security teams. Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated expertise as a Senior Backend Developer. Proficiency in Python as your primary language, or willingness to adapt. Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL. Proficiency in version control tools like Git. Sound understanding of development best practices including pair programming and TDD. Eagerness to engage with emerging technologies and collaborate with the team in designing solutions from inception, facilitated by effective communication skills that promote teamwork. Strong abilities in software design, problem-solving, and debugging. Enthusiasm for continuous code improvement and learning from peers. Please note: Should your application be successful, and you are offered the role, a number of pre-employment checks need to be carried out before your appointment can be confirmed. Any assignment offer with our client will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from the Disclosure Barring Service. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Lead Developer Location: Manchester (hybrid 1-2 days onsite) - Occasional travel to London Contract: 6 months Clearance: BPSS + SC eligible (SC to be obtained in role) Inside IR35, 725 P/D Overview We are seeking a Lead Developer to join a collaborative government digital team, supporting complex system integration and technical delivery. This role is ideal for a senior developer looking to step toward architecture, focusing on technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and system design rather than hands-on coding initially. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across system integration and delivery activities Support the integration of complex, mixed-technology systems (legacy and modern) Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Produce high-quality technical documentation and design artefacts Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams including designers, researchers, and senior stakeholders Attend and lead discussions to explore and define technical solutions Contribute to broader technical strategy and architectural thinking Essential Experience Strong software development background, particularly in backend or full-stack development Experience integrating large and complex systems Strong understanding of authentication and identity standards (e.g. OIDC) Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly Experience producing technical documentation Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams Desirable Experience with AWS and TypeScript Previous architecture or solution design exposure Interest in progressing toward architecture roles Skills & Behaviours Strong communicator comfortable engaging non-technical audiences Collaborative team player able to work across multiple teams Comfortable attending and contributing to technical discussions Proactive and adaptable approach Not solely focused on individual delivery; embraces team-based working

Full Stack Python Engineer (Python, React, TypeScript & AWS) Contract: Until March 2027 Rate: 500 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid with 1-2 days per month onsite in Leeds Start: ASAP We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Python Engineer to join a major public sector digital programme delivering critical services. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys owning solutions end-to-end, from building modern React front ends through to developing scalable Python services and cloud infrastructure in AWS. Previous NHS or Government experience is essential. Key Skills Required Strong Python development experience Strong front-end development experience using React and TypeScript Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs AWS expertise including: Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway Infrastructure as Code with Terraform CI/CD using GitHub Actions JavaScript and Bash scripting Experience with Flask and modern backend frameworks Experience working with NGINX, Redis and NoSQL databases Experience building highly available, scalable and performant applications Strong understanding of software architecture, security and cloud-native design Nice to Have FHIR and HL7 healthcare standards Event-driven or microservices architectures GDS/public sector digital delivery experience What You'll Be Doing Building modern React/TypeScript front-end applications Developing Python-based APIs and backend services Designing and deploying AWS cloud solutions Creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Delivering secure, scalable services used at national scale Working within multidisciplinary Agile teams Supporting services through the full lifecycle, from development to production operation and continuous improvement Apply now or email for more information.

Scala Developer London Hybrid - at least once a week in Central London Up to 85,000 DOE + Regular Pay Reviews + Healthcare + Life Insurance + Benefits Excellent opportunity for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong Scala and functional programming experience to join a small, highly technical team offering broad ownership, autonomy, regular pay reviews, and the chance to influence backend architecture and technical direction. This company are pioneers within a specialist technology-led insurance market. Having been acquired by a larger US-based organisation impressed by their product, platform, and technical capability, they are now looking to grow their permanent engineering team as they continue scaling their systems and improving the reliability, maintainability, and operability of their platform. In this role you will work across backend Scala development, architecture, infrastructure, APIs, data flows, and production systems supporting areas such as broker-facing products, pricing and underwriting workflows, claims processes, internal tooling, automation, and operational systems. You'll work closely with frontend, product, underwriting, claims, operations, and broker success teams, helping turn complex business requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions. The ideal candidate will be a Backend Engineer with strong commercial Scala experience and a good understanding of functional programming principles. You will also have experience with AWS infrastructure, and CI/CD, Terraform, APIs, databases, and production support would be beneficial. Candidates must have full right to work and live in the UK and be comfortable working autonomously in a small, high-trust engineering environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you can stay close to the code, take ownership of important backend systems, influence architectural decisions, and work on complex, real-world products in a regulated, data-rich environment. The Role: Backend development using Scala and functional programming approaches Working across APIs, microservices, data flows, integrations, and distributed systems Improving backend architecture, scalability, resilience, observability, and maintainability Collaborating with product, frontend, underwriting, claims, operations, and broker success teams The Person: Strong commercial Scala development experience Good understanding of functional programming principles Experience with AWS infrastructure, CI/CD, Terraform, databases, APIs, or production systems Comfortable working autonomously and influencing technical direction in a small team Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)A Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Front End React Developer - 3 Month Contract - Hybrid/Manchester We are seeking a Senior Front End React Developer for a 3 month project based in Manchester. You will build scalable frontend code and contribute to features that power a digital web build. You will work closely with cross-functional teams delivering scalable, high-performance applications. You will also contribute to product roadmap planning from a technical perspective, take ownership of the testing strategy, including unit and integration testing Lead and evolve the software development lifecycle (SDLC.) Type: 3 Month Contract Day Rate: Market Rates (Outside IR35) Location: Hybrid/Manchester Start: ASAP Skills Strong experience building complex frontend systems using React and other modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks. Strong knowledge of testing approaches (unit, integration, and end-to-end) and overall code quality best practices. Experience delivering CI/CD change into cloud-based environments. Node.js for backend or full-stack development is desirable. Please apply now to be considered for this position

Senior Product Security Engineer London (Hybrid) Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking technology-driven business where security is embedded from day one. You will play a key role in shaping how products are built securely, working closely with engineering teams to influence design decisions and protect innovative, customer-facing solutions. The role offers strong technical ownership, exposure to modern cloud and AI-driven systems, and the chance to make a visible impact across the organisation. The Company They are a modern digital financial services organisation focused on delivering user-centric products through technology and innovation. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, they have built a culture where teams are empowered to challenge conventions and deliver meaningful change. Security is treated as a core pillar of product development, not an afterthought. As part of a growing InfoSec function, you will join a team that values practical, engineering-led security approaches. The Role Embed security into the full product lifecycle, from concept through to release Conduct hands-on security assessments across web, mobile, and backend applications Lead and support threat modelling activities for new features and systems Collaborate closely with engineering teams to design secure architectures Integrate and optimise security tooling such as SAST, SCA, DAST and vulnerability scanning Help drive secure development lifecycle practices across teams Deliver secure engineering training and guidance to developers Support triage and remediation of vulnerabilities from testing, tooling, and external reports Contribute to automation of security processes using scripts and internal tools Your Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience in application or product security Hands-on experience with security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, or similar Solid knowledge of web or mobile security, with willingness to broaden across both Good understanding of networking fundamentals and operating systems Experience conducting threat modelling and explaining security trade-offs to stakeholders Ability to script and automate tasks using languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Go Knowledge of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities Familiarity with cloud environments and infrastructure concepts Comfortable working closely with engineers in a collaborative environment What They Offer Opportunity to work on modern technology including cloud and AI-driven systems A highly collaborative environment with strong engineering partnerships Clear progression opportunities within a growing security function Investment in learning and development, including time for upskilling How to Apply If you are interested in building secure, scalable products in a collaborative environment, apply now to find out more.

Senior Ruby on Rails Engineer Fulham (2/3 days on-site) 60,000 - 80,000 + Private Healthcare & Benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a Mid-to-Senior Ruby on Rails Engineer to join a start-up in a role where you will play a major part in future developments. This company is a Series A startup, breaking down barriers and making the world more accessible for everyone. Originally founded within the UK transport sector, they have developed award-winning, innovative solutions that prioritise dignity, safety, and inclusion for millions of users. In this varied role, you will move beyond feature development to focus on the stability, performance, and observability of the core Rails ecosystem. You will act as a trusted backend partner for Product and Platform teams, stabilising third-party integrations, improving background job efficiency, and utilising architectural documentation like C4 models to ensure long-term scalability. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Ruby on Rails developer with deep expertise in PostgreSQL and background processing via Sidekiq and Redis. You should be highly proficient in building RESTful APIs, managing JSON serialisation, and implementing secure authentication methods like JWT or SSO. Beyond coding, you will possess knowledge of Docker and AWS, alongside the communication skills required to translate complex technical risks into clear operational priorities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-led business during a period of international scaling. You will have the autonomy to own multiple backend systems, reduce operational risk across global integrations, and play a pivotal role in shaping the architectural future of a platform recognised for its excellence in accessibility and safety. The Role: Lead the evolution of core Ruby on Rails operational platforms. Optimise PostgreSQL performance and Sidekiq background job efficiency. Manage secure third-party integrations and RESTful API design. Partner with Platform teams on AWS and CI/CD reliability. The Person: Deep experience with Ruby on Rails and OOP. Expert in PostgreSQL tuning and complex query optimisation. Proficient with Docker, AWS, and containerised deployment workflows. Strong communicator, capable of leading production incident responses. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer for a public sector organisation based in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff or the North East (hybrid) on an initial 12-month contract, paying up to £750 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella). There is an expectation to attend the office 40% of the week across one of the listed locations. The successful Lead Software Engineer will lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, secure software solutions within a government-focused environment, contributing to services that support the regulation of controlled goods and exports. Working across four Agile squads in a multidisciplinary team of around 27, they will provide technical leadership, oversee development across multiple workstreams, and take ownership of both new delivery and live service performance. You will need proven experience working with the following: - Python and Django development to a senior or lead level - End-to-end system design and architecture - Building secure, test-driven, high-quality code - Agile delivery within multidisciplinary teams including BAs and UCD specialists - Working in structured, governance-heavy or regulated environments - At least 5 years of software engineering experience, ideally 8 to 10 years Experience in the following would be beneficial: - GDS standards and Government Digital Service aligned delivery - Public sector, defence or export control domain knowledge - Exposure to secure or regulated environments You'll need to hold or be eligible to obtain SC clearance for this role. Interested? Please apply below. Lead Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, Python Developer, Django Developer, Backend Engineer, Full Stack Engineer, Software Architect, GDS, Agile, System Design, Government, Public Sector, Defence, Export Control, London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, North East, Hybrid, Contract, Inside IR35

A growing software team is looking for an Intermediate or Senior Developer to help build and evolve technology used across the eCommerce and logistics sector. The business provides a multi-carrier delivery platform that helps retailers manage parcel tracking, customer queries, delivery issues and claims through a single, customer-focused solution. The team is now growing and looking for another developer to contribute to both new development and the continued improvement of existing services. Software Developer Backend / Full-Stack Southampton, Hampshire - Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in the office 60,000 - 70,000 This is primarily a backend role, working with TypeScript, Node.js and cloud-based systems. There will also be scope to work across the full stack for someone who wants broader exposure. The team is also actively exploring how AI-assisted development and agentic systems can improve the way software is built and delivered. You do not need to be an AI tooling expert, but you should be curious about where software development is heading and open to using tools such as Claude, Cursor, GitHub Copilot or similar as part of a modern engineering workflow. The role You will join an experienced development team responsible for designing, building, testing, deploying and supporting software used by retailers and logistics providers. You can expect to be involved in: Building backend services and REST APIs using TypeScript and Node.js Writing clear, tested and maintainable code Contributing to the design and development of new features and services Supporting and improving existing systems Working with product, technical and leadership teams to understand requirements and shape solutions Deploying, supporting and maintaining software and infrastructure Using modern development practices including CI, automated testing, infrastructure as code and containerisation Learning GCP if your current cloud experience is mainly with AWS or Azure Exploring sensible use of AI-assisted development tools within the team's engineering practices What we are looking for The role could suit either an experienced mid-level developer ready for more ownership, or a senior developer looking for a hands-on role in a product-focused software environment. You will need experience with: TypeScript and Node.js Backend API development, ideally with Express, Nest.js or similar MongoDB and/or relational databases Unit testing, such as Jest or similar Cloud platforms, with GCP useful but not essential Docker and Docker Compose CI/CD or continuous delivery environments Infrastructure as code, ideally Terraform or similar Working collaboratively in a software development team Experience with AWS or Azure is absolutely fine if you are interested in building your GCP experience. Useful but not essential React or Next.js Kubernetes or serverless environments GitOps principles Feature flags, dark launching or similar release techniques AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code or similar Exposure to LLM-powered agents, APIs or pipelines using tools such as OpenAI, Anthropic, LangChain or similar Why consider it? This is a chance to join a growing UK development team working on software with real operational use in the eCommerce and logistics market. You will be joining a team that values good engineering practice, practical problem-solving and continuous learning. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your backend development experience, broaden into cloud and infrastructure, and gain exposure to how AI-assisted development is being adopted in real software teams. Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Golang Software Engineers (Mid-Level to Senior) £60,000 - £80,000 + Benefits Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working) Our client, a rapidly growing and innovative organisation based in Greater Manchester, is looking to hire three Golang Software Engineers across a range of experience levels. Whether you're a strong Mid-Level Engineer looking to take the next step or an experienced Senior Engineer seeking greater ownership and technical influence, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business undergoing significant growth and technology transformation. Working within Agile product teams, you'll help design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, cloud-native applications and services. You'll collaborate closely with Product Managers, Architects, Designers, QA Engineers, and fellow Developers to deliver high-quality software solutions that directly impact customers. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Golang. Build scalable microservices and RESTful APIs. Develop and support cloud-native applications within AWS environments. Contribute to architecture discussions and technical decision-making. Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices. Work with event-driven and serverless technologies where appropriate. Ensure software is secure, maintainable, and follows engineering best practices. Collaborate within Agile delivery teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and technical innovation. Explore and utilise AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and quality. Skills & Experience Commercial experience developing applications using Golang. Experience building APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Exposure to AWS cloud services and modern cloud-native development. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices. Experience working with SQL and/or NoSQL databases. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills. Experience working within Agile environments. Desirable Experience with serverless technologies such as AWS Lambda. Knowledge of containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging platforms. Exposure to fintech, financial services, or highly regulated environments. What's on Offer? Salary between £60,000 - £80,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working model. Opportunity to join a growing business with ambitious growth plans. Clear career progression opportunities across multiple engineering levels. Collaborative, technology-driven culture. Pension scheme. Birthday leave, wedding leave, charity days, and wellness initiatives. Opportunity to work with modern technologies and AI-driven solutions. If you're passionate about Golang development and want to work on innovative, large-scale platforms within a fast-growing fintech environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for one of these exciting Golang Software Engineer opportunities. Golang Software Engineers (Mid-Level to Senior) £60,000 - £80,000 + Benefits

A professional services consultancy is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer on a contract basis. This is a hybrid model and you will be needed onsite in Belfast 3 days a week. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global Tier 1 financial institution undergoing a major transformation of its technology landscape. The Full Stack Java Developer must have the following skills: Key Responsibilities: Full Stack Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and robust full-stack applications and services using Python, Java, and/or Go. Cloud-Native Engineering: Build and deploy containerized (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless applications on AWS and GCP, leveraging cloud-native services for compute, data, and messaging. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage cloud infrastructure using IaC principles and tools such as Terraform and Ansible to ensure automated, repeatable, and secure environment provisioning. Operational Excellence (SRE): Embrace a "you build it, you run it" philosophy. Take ownership of the entire lifecycle of your services, including automated testing, deployment, monitoring, and operational support. Proactively identify and resolve root causes of issues to ensure service reliability and performance. Risk & Control Management: Adhere to technology standards and risk management frameworks. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks in your designs and code, ensuring all solutions are compliant with security policies and data regulations. CI/CD & Automation: Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes, enabling rapid and efficient delivery of new features and fixes. Collaboration & Code Quality: Actively participate in code reviews and adhere to the Developer Manifesto principles, including owning your code, writing meaningful commit messages, and maintaining a clean and tidy repository. Collaborate across teams to promote reuse and reduce duplication. Essential (Core Requirement) Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer/Software Engineer (junior or senior level). Candidates must have backend and front end please see below as the breakdown requirements: Strong backend development expertise in Java or Python or Go (one or more required) Strong frontend/UI development experience

Senior Backend Python Developer (Contract) Contract: Rolling 3-Month Contract Location: Fully Remote (UK Based Only) Rate: 300 per day IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP Please note: Applicants must be based in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position. The Opportunity We're working with a growing technology-driven organisation looking for a strong Senior Backend Python Developer to join their engineering team on an initial 3-month contract with a high likelihood of extension. This is a hands-on backend-focused role where you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable services, APIs, and integrations that underpin critical business applications. You'll be working closely with architects, product teams, and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced Agile environment. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Python developer with a strong understanding of modern backend engineering principles, cloud-native development, and API design. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Python Build and optimise RESTful APIs and microservices Develop integrations between internal and third-party systems Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code Participate in technical design discussions and architectural decisions Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes Collaborate with product, engineering, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality solutions Perform code reviews and champion engineering best practices Support ongoing improvements to performance, scalability, and security Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience developing backend applications using Python Experience building scalable APIs and distributed systems Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and design patterns Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Familiarity with Docker and containerised deployments Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing Experience working within Agile delivery environments Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Desirable Experience Experience with FastAPI, Django, or Flask Exposure to event-driven architectures and messaging technologies Experience building data-intensive applications Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code practices Bonus Skills Any commercial or personal experience with AI, Machine Learning, Generative AI, or Large Language Models (LLMs) would be highly beneficial, including: Integrating LLM APIs into applications Building AI-powered features or workflows Experience with OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure AI, LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar technologies Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions AI agents and workflow automation What's on Offer 300 per day Fully remote working Outside IR35 engagement Rolling 3-month contract with extension potential Opportunity to work on modern technology and scalable systems Immediate interview and start process Please note: Candidates must be UK-based and have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Founding Engineer (React Native) Future Head of Engineering / CTO Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Equity Potential We're partnering with an ambitious, high-growth startup that is looking for a Founding Engineer to help shape both the product and the future of the business. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced React Native Engineer who wants to move beyond being "just another developer" and play a pivotal role in building a company from the ground up. You'll work directly with the founders, influence technical strategy, and have a clear pathway to becoming Head of Engineering or CTO as the business scales. What You'll Be Doing Leading the development of a flagship mobile product using React Native. Making key architectural and technology decisions from day one. Building scalable, high-quality software across mobile and supporting backend services. Working closely with founders, product teams, and stakeholders to define the product roadmap. Establishing engineering best practices, processes, and culture. Recruiting, mentoring, and leading an engineering team as the company grows. Evolving into a senior leadership role with ownership of the technology function. What We're Looking For Strong commercial experience with React Native. Solid JavaScript/TypeScript expertise. Experience with modern frontend and mobile development practices. Knowledge of related technologies such as: React Node.js Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) APIs and microservices CI/CD and DevOps practices Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a product-focused mindset. Leadership potential and a desire to build and manage teams. Why Join? Genuine founding-level opportunity Clear route to Head of Engineering / CTO Significant influence over technology decisions Build and lead your own engineering team Hybrid working in Manchester High-growth environment with substantial career upside Competitive package Who This Would Suit This role is ideal for a senior React Native engineer, lead engineer, or technical architect who wants to take ownership, build something meaningful, and progress into executive-level leadership within a growing technology business. Interested? We'd love to speak with engineers who are excited by the challenge of building, scaling, and ultimately leading an engineering function from the ground up. Founding Engineer (React Native) Future Head of Engineering / CTO