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Control Systems Engineer £40,000 - £50,000 + 30 Days Holiday, Health Scheme, Gym Membership, Early Finish Friday, Flexitime Plymouth Ref: 25414 Ready to work on advanced automation systems used across aerospace, renewable energy, automotive and marine industries? Join a specialist engineering business designing bespoke automated equipment for a leading international customer base. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer looking to work on varied, technically challenging projects with real involvement across the full project lifecycle. From PLC software development and control system design through to commissioning and client handover, you ll play a key role in delivering innovative automation solutions while developing your long-term career within automation and controls engineering. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Design electrical and control systems for special purpose machinery Develop and modify PLC software, primarily using Siemens and Omron platforms Work closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineering teams Support projects from feasibility through to build, commissioning and customer handover Assist with technical sales support, quotations and customer problem-solving Research new technologies and solutions to improve equipment performance Control Systems Engineer - What We re Looking For: Experience with PLC programming, ideally Siemens TIA Portal or Omron Strong understanding of automation and machinery control systems Practical engineering problem-solving skills Strong communication and relationship-building ability Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required Why Join? Work on bespoke, technically advanced automation projects Exposure to multiple high-tech industries and international customers Structured development and long-term career progression Varied role with involvement across the full project lifecycle Excellent benefits package including 30 days holiday, health scheme and gym membership Interested? If you re looking for a role where you can develop technically, work on genuinely interesting automation projects and be part of a supportive engineering team, we d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact John Anderson. AE1

Job Description Controls and Automation Technical Support Engineer Full Time Location - Hybrid/East Grinstead Job Description At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. The Controls and Automation Technical Support Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and validation of advanced control and instrumentation systems supporting sustainable energy solutions, including microgrids, renewable generation, and energy storage systems What you will be doing: Full lifecycle responsibility for microgrid and distributed energy control systems, from concept through to deployment and operational support. Covers systems including: Energy storage systems (BESS) Grid-connected and islanded microgrids Energy Management Systems (EMS) and SCADA interfaces Integration of third-party renewables. Involves real-time control, automation, and optimisation algorithms. Requires integration across power systems, embedded software, and digital platforms. Supports both new designs, installations and optimisation of existing energy assets. Key responsibilities: System design and analysis including simulation and modelling Verification, validation and testing including continuous improvements. Planning, documentation and reporting. Position Qualifications Min 2-3 years' experience. Appropriate qualifications in Electrical Engineering or similar relevant qualification or demonstrable industry experience Must have experience with B&R Automation Studio IEC(phone number removed) Structured Text (ST) Strong background in control systems and power systems engineering Experience with renewable energy systems and/or microgrids Knowledge of energy management systems (EMS), SCADA, and real-time control Understanding of UK Grid codes, power system dynamics, and energy markets Preferred requirements: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems thinking skills Effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary team Full and Clean Driving Licence, UK Passport Holder Must be fluent in both written and spoken English Must be willing to travel when required in the UK and Europe Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Type of Contract PermanentPandoLogic.

Location; South Cerney, Gloucestershire (UK & International Travel) Are you a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with conveyor experience looking to take the next step into a lead engineering role? We are working with a specialist material handling and conveyor systems business that designs, installs, maintains and upgrades automated conveyor solutions for major logistics, parcel handling and industrial customers across the UK and Europe. With continued growth in installation and automation projects, the business is expanding its engineering team and looking for a Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer to support project delivery, maintenance activities and site leadership. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Engineer who enjoys a varied role combining fault finding, maintenance, installation work and customer-facing project delivery. The position offers a mixture of UK and international travel, exposure to automation and controls systems, and the opportunity to lead engineering teams on customer sites. Unlike many field service positions that focus solely on installations, this role requires a strong maintenance background. You will be responsible for both planned and reactive maintenance activities, supporting customers through breakdown situations while also delivering conveyor upgrades and installation projects. Responsibilities of a Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer: Lead conveyor installation and upgrade projects across customer sites Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on conveyor and material handling systems Support commissioning and testing of new installations Lead and coordinate site teams and subcontractors when required Support automation systems, sensors, drives and conveyor controls Work closely with project managers and design teams during project delivery Ensure projects are completed safely, professionally and to a high standard Provide technical support to customers during critical breakdown situations Support workshop activities and equipment preparation when not travelling Skills & Qualifications of a Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer: Strong maintenance background within conveyor systems or material handling equipment Multi-skilled with both electrical and mechanical fault-finding ability Experience working on reactive breakdowns and planned maintenance activities Experience leading engineers or supervising site activities desirable PLC fault-finding experience advantageous Experience with drives, sensors, motor controls and automation systems Comfortable working independently and making decisions on customer sites Strong communication and customer-facing skills Flexible approach to travel and working hours Full UK Driving Licence Experience within logistics, parcel handling, warehouse automation, manufacturing or distribution environments would be highly advantageous. Benefits of a Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer: Basic salary circa £40, hour week paid door to door Overtime regularly available (typically around 10 hours per week) Realistic OTE £50,000 - £60,000+ Two annual bonus payments Monday to Friday days-based role Standard working hours 08:00 - 16:00 (with overtime available) Company vehicle provided for business use All travel, accommodation and meal expenses paid UK and international travel opportunities Exposure to automation and conveyor system projects Ongoing training and development Genuine progression opportunities within a growing engineering business Company pension If you feel this Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer role is right for you, please contact Emma Devereux at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply. Please note this role requires travel throughout the UK and Europe. Maintech Recruitment Engineering Great Careers Maintech Recruitment are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, religion, belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Please note by applying for this role your data will be processed and stored in line with our privacy policy, full details of which are available on our website.

FP&A Manager; Wolverhampton: 6 month contract;£700-£800 per day (depending on experience) ; Inside IR35 We currently have a requirement for an experienced FP&A Manager on an initial 6 month contract to work with our aerospace sector client based in Wolverhampton, This role would require the postholder to be on site 4 days per week Role Overview Partner with the Finance Director and Value Stream Finance Managers to be able to articulate the business performance for the Wolverhampton site through the appropriate insight, analysis and strategic direction. Manage and co-ordinate the period end, budget and forecast processes to deliver the required business performance levels. Maximising operational performance while focusing on areas of margin expansion and cost reduction to support value creation. Challenge the business to deliver against its commitments and support growth initiatives. Lead a Finance team with responsibilities that cover Capex, Payroll costs, Engineering and other Central costs. Lead a Finance team consisting of qualified, part qualified and entry level staff with the ability to coach, develop and mentor. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and manage a finance team to ensure high performance and accountability. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure the leadership team are aware and informed financially to guide improved decision making. Own the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning process. Design and implement financial models to aid key business decision making and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts. Be a critical stakeholder in Value Stream business reviews in order to take ownership of creating and consolidating the Wolverhampton financial packs and to be able to articulate the business performance message to the non-finance leaders of the business. Take ownership of the scenario planning and sensitivity analysis (e.g. material cost inflation, FX, program impact). Support various functional teams (Operations, Programmes, Engineering etc) with cost control, margin analysis, and business cases. Translate financial insights into operational levers and drivers to maximise performance. Ensure compliance with Group financial policies, statutory requirements, and internal controls. Act as a strategic partner with supply chain, operations, programmes and engineering to drive efficiencies and support project delivery, cost control, margin expansion and business case development. Support cashflow forecasting, working capital, and treasury processes. Continuously improve financial processes, reporting tools, and ERP system utilisation. Support Capital Investment appraisal and external funding process. Key Skill and Experience Required Scenario planning mindset: anticipates risks and opportunities within the P&L/Balance Sheet and translates into financial impact. Strong Partner to the value stream Finance managers, value stream directors and wider leadership team with the ability to effectively collaborate and challenge at all levels in the business. Strong commercial acumen, with good understanding of business cases and investment analysis. Clear communication: can explain complex financial impacts in plain language to non-financial leaders with the ability to tell the story. Strong Leadership skills to engage, coach and develop a finance team to get the best output. Bias for action: shapes business decisions rather than a reporter of numbers. Essential Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing or similar environment Excellent financial planning, analysis, and reporting skills Ability to digest and manipulate complex data sets to translate into meaningful information. Able to demonstrate strong leadership behaviours to project a vision, engage and develop a finance team and to drive accountability. Desirable Experience working in a matrixed or global organisation Knowledge of Aerospace Experience with digital finance transformation or automation tools Exposure to capital investment analysis and cost accounting Lean / continuous improvement mindset Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

Looking for a Project Manager to join a growing company that assembles special purpose high value machinery in Accrington, Lancashire. Taking ownership of projects from order intake through design engineering, manufacture, and final delivery. Manage project schedules, costs, resources, and technical delivery. Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams including mechanical design, electrical, controls, and manufacturing. Act as the primary customer interface, managing technical discussions and project updates. Identify and manage project risks, scope changes, and commercial implications. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification. Support key project milestones including design reviews, build phases, FAT, and delivery. Ideal candidate experience: Experience in Project Management within a manufacturing environment. Similar experience with bespoke machinery, special purpose machinery, automation systems, or capital equipment. Understand engineering design, manufacturing processes, and project delivery. Comfortable operating in a customer-facing role. Salary range is 45,000 to 60,000 with a 38 hour week.

Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.

We re AND-E one of the fastest-growing insurance companies. And we re proud of our warm and inclusive culture. We re building a diverse community, with a unique blend of strengths, to take our business to the next level. As a DevOps Engineer, you ll be at the heart of our platforms, helping keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes while we deliver for our customers. You ll get hands-on with AWS, working across monitoring, incident response, automation, and CI/CD all the good stuff that keeps modern platforms fast, reliable, and scalable. This isn t a role where you ll just keep the lights on. You ll be solving real problems, reducing manual effort, and helping shape how we build and run our systems going forward. You ll work closely with experienced engineers, share ideas, and continuously look for smarter, better ways of doing things. Your work will directly support the systems that power our business, making sure they re ready when our customers need them most. If you re curious, collaborative, and enjoy solving meaningful technical challenges, this could be your next move join us and take your career further. CHALLENGED NOW AND-EXPERT NEXT. Responsibilities Manage and support AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, networking), while driving automation using Shell, Python, and AWS-native solutions to improve efficiency and reliability. Assist in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as AWS CodePipeline and Jenkins. Support cloud-based deployment, monitoring, and operational tooling across application environments. Maintain platform availability, resilience, and disaster recovery capabilities, contributing to service reliability improvements (SLIs/SLOs). Participate in deployments, releases, and day-to-day operational support across multiple applications. Monitor system health, including application environments, scheduled jobs, integrations, and message queues, and contribute to logging and alerting standards. Support incident management activities, including triage, troubleshooting, escalation, root cause analysis (RCA), and continuous improvement based on incident trends. Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as data validation, fixes, and batch/integration support. Support containerisation using Docker and follow best practices for image creation and management. Assist with infrastructure and system administration tasks across Linux and Windows environments. Apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using Terraform. Follow DevOps best practices, including branching strategies and source control using Git and Bitbucket. Contribute to technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures using Confluence and Bitbucket. Collaborate in Agile ceremonies with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, infrastructure teams, and third-party vendors. Support planned out-of-hours changes and incidents where required. Participate in cost-awareness and optimisation activities within AWS environments. Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications Essential • Experience in IT support and systems administration. • Basic understanding of ITIL, DevOps, Agile, and Kanban principles. • Exposure to Linux administration and troubleshooting. • Hands-on exposure to AWS core services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudWatch). • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation. • Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and observability tools. • Awareness of application platforms and middleware such as Java, Tomcat, Apache, and NodeJS. • Experience using Git and collaborative development workflows. • Basic scripting skills using Shell or Python. • Understanding of containerisation concepts using Docker. • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced technical environment. • Understanding of incident management and production support environments. • Awareness of security best practices (IAM roles, secrets management). Desirable • Exposure to Guidewire applications. • Exposure to Terraform or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tooling. • Knowledge of AWS Lambda, serverless, and event-driven architecture. • Experience within insurance or financial services environments. • Experience with EKS / container orchestration (or strong Docker usage). • Experience working in 24/7 production environments, ideally within regulated settings. • Understanding of release management and change controls in regulated environments. Why Join Us? We're all about helping you grow, with plenty of support to develop in your current role whilst also creating opportunities to explore new ones and advance your career. We realise that we need to be a good fit for you above all else so here s what you can enjoy about AND-E: Recognised as the Best Large Insurance Employer: We are proud to have been named the Best Large Insurance Employer for 2023 at the prestigious British Insurance Awards. Unmatched Work-Life Balance. Competitive Salaries and Benefits Package: We offer competitive salaries that recognise your skills and expertise. We champion choice, flexibility, and balance in both work and home life. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures everyone feels valued and supported including embracing neurodiversity and providing the tools needed to thrive. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best, focusing on colleagues health, wealth, and lifestyle. We offer: Up to 28 Days annual leave with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday 7.5% Discretionary Annual Bonus Healix Private Medical Insurance Options 3 x Annual Salary Life Assurance A range of health, wellbeing, and financial support benefits, including money back on health expenses, Employee Assistance Programme, Flu Jab voucher, Virtual GP service, and driving lessons for you and your family. Additional perks such as a pension advisory service, family-friendly policies, season ticket loan , cycle scheme , and financial flexibility through Wagestream . Subject to company performance and completion of probation Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics) At AND-E, equal opportunity is more than a policy it s a promise. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments: If you require any adjustments to support you during our recruitment process, please let us know. We re committed to making the process accessible and are happy to help.

Control Systems Engineer Research & Development To £70k + Competitive Salary, Benefits Cheshire. Ref: 25443 This is an exciting opportunity for a Control Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business focused on bespoke packaging automation. The role combines PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software development with hands-on commissioning, fault-finding and new technology development. This role offers excellent technical variety, customer interaction and involvement across the full machinery development life cycle. Control Systems Engineer - The Role: Developing PLC, HMI, motion control and safety software Create control system software for bespoke packaging machinery projects. Take ownership from initial design specification through coding, testing, commissioning and customer training. Collaborating with customers, suppliers and engineering teams Work closely with mechanical design, service and external partners to achieve project objectives. Investigating and developing new technologies Contribute to R&D activities and evaluate new equipment and control technologies. Fault-finding and upgrading existing machinery Support machine installations and commissioning activities in the UK and overseas. Control Systems Engineer - Requirements: We're keen to hear from Controls Engineers and Automation Engineers with strong software and machine control experience. Strong PLC software development skills for machine control applications. Multi-axis servo motion control Experience configuring and developing servo and motion control systems. HMI software development Design and implementation of operator interfaces for automated machinery. Functional safety and machine regulations Knowledge of safety systems, regulations and standards associated with industrial machinery. Project delivery and customer interaction Ability to work collaboratively and support projects from concept to commissioning. Desirable Experience Mitsubishi Control Systems IoT technologies, HTML, databases and high-level programming Cyber security awareness TCP/IP, Modbus and OPC UA communication protocols Project Management experience Knowledge of CE, UL, Machinery Directive and ISO/EN (phone number removed) Food or packaging industry experience Why Join? One of the leading manufacturers of packaging machines in the UK. join a dedicated R&D team where you will have genuine influence over new product development. Work with cutting edge technologies including PLC, motion control, robotics, machine vision and advanced automation systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, software, electrical and product development. Modern engineering environment with significant investment in research, development and continuous innovation. This role is located in Cheshire with good rail connections. Travelling by car, areas can include Stockport, Cheadle, Holmes Chapel and Altrincham. For further information please contact Sharon Hill.

We are currently working with a leading global consultancy and supporting the delivery of a major enterprise networking and infrastructure programme. Due to increased demand, we are seeking an experienced DNS Architect to join the team on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled DNS specialist to take ownership of designing and implementing secure, scalable and high-performance DNS solutions across enterprise, hybrid and cloud environments. Please note: Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid and active SC Clearance before a start. The Role As the DNS Architect, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, implementation and ongoing optimisation of enterprise DNS services. You will act as the technical authority for DNS across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring services are secure, resilient and aligned to business and security requirements. You will work closely with infrastructure, cloud, networking and security teams, providing expert guidance on DNS strategy, governance and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Design and develop robust DNS architectures across enterprise, hybrid and cloud environments. Define DNS strategies covering scalability, resilience, high availability and performance. Develop DNS standards, governance frameworks and best practices. Support DNS transformation, migration and modernisation initiatives. Implementation & Management Deploy, configure and manage DNS platforms, including: BIND Microsoft DNS Infoblox AWS Route 53 Azure DNS Manage DNS zones, records, delegations and name resolution services. Lead DNS upgrades, migrations and service improvements. Security & Compliance Implement DNS security controls including DNSSEC, DDoS mitigation and threat protection. Work closely with cyber security teams to detect and mitigate DNS-based threats such as spoofing and tunnelling. Ensure DNS services comply with organisational security standards and regulatory requirements. Performance & Monitoring Monitor DNS service health, performance and availability. Optimise query resolution performance and reduce latency. Implement monitoring, alerting and incident response processes. Troubleshooting & Support Act as the escalation point for complex DNS and networking issues. Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures. Provide expert technical support and guidance across cross-functional teams. Automation & Innovation Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell or Bash. Implement Infrastructure as Code approaches using technologies such as Terraform, ARM or CloudFormation. Drive continuous improvement through automation and modern engineering practices. Essential Skills & Experience Expert knowledge of DNS protocols and technologies, including: UDP/TCP Recursive and authoritative DNS Caching Zone transfers Extensive hands-on experience with: BIND Windows DNS Infoblox AWS Route 53 Azure DNS Google Cloud DNS Strong understanding of: DNSSEC DHCP IP Address Management (IPAM) TCP/IP Networking Routing, Firewalls and load balancing Experience with Scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell or Bash. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, ARM or CloudFormation. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills within complex enterprise environments. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The IP Design Specialist service will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services. This is a highly experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects. The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Lead and support on all designs, especially complex designs across the IP network portfolio, including LAN, WAN, SP, advanced routing and switching, Cloud Technologies, such as public cloud and private cloud (OpenStack/OpenShift) SME that works with strategy and architecture to drive expert designs that align to the goals of the organisation Creation of detailed documentation, sometimes very specialised to support complex projects, crossing various technology domains Support and govern other designers/engineers and departments to deliver complex projects and implementations Specialist troubleshooter, working with multiple teams and event controls to resolve issues related designs Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to be a liaison officer and lead stakeholder with regards to escalations and operational events. Essential skills, knowledge, or experience (Inc. professional or technical qualifications) This service requires extensive networking skills and experience coupled with an ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge in new areas. Senior level knowledge and experience in service provider and datacentre switching and routing are essential, with experience in on-prem and hybrid Cloud technologies is highly advantageous. Experience in coding for network automation will also be advantageous. Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching: Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting WAN Routing and traffic engineering Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols Has an analytical mind-set, able to problem solve, plans and prioritise work load efficiently and effectively Typical desirable qualifications would include: Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications (eg CCIE/JNCIE/SRA or equivalent). Although consideration will be given to demonstrable equivalent experience. The role holder should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to communicate complex matters in a simplified way as a component of the role will involve introducing new developments and capabilities to various teams across the business. Knowledge and significant experience of the following are essential: Self-starter, able to engage in multiple projects, plan and manage time, delivery, and expectations Must be willing to work out of hours to carry out changes Knowledge and some experience of the following are moderately desirable: Automation eg YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python. The service must include to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Powerpoint, Visio.

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering user-centred, scalable, and secure technology solutions across the public sector and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud engineering, software development, data, and digital services that enable organisations to modernise critical systems and improve outcomes for millions of users. Our teams work collaboratively with clients to design, build, and support innovative digital products using modern engineering practices, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps principles. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence while maintaining a strong focus on quality, security, and user needs. Location: Newcastle (Hybrid, with occasional travel as required) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required (existing clearance desirable, or willingness and eligibility to obtain and maintain SC clearance) Role Overview We are looking for an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to support the delivery, automation, and management of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud environments within complex digital transformation programmes. You will be responsible for building and maintaining AWS environments, managing CI/CD pipelines, implementing cloud governance standards, and supporting development teams working across Front End applications, microservices, serverless components, and integration platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS expertise, excellent infrastructure automation skills, and experience working within secure and highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Support the setup, configuration, and management of multiple AWS environments across development, test, staging, and production. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency. Support and optimise Git-based CI/CD pipelines across multiple technology stacks. Work closely with software engineering teams supporting React Front End applications, microservices, Lambda functions, and integration services. Support Kafka integrations and event-driven architectures. Configure and manage AWS networking components, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink where applicable. Support API management platforms, including Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Administer Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and AWS IAM roles for development teams, ensuring adherence to security best practices. Apply and maintain cloud governance standards, including accurate cloud resource tagging aligned with organisational FinOps principles. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud infrastructure performance, security, and costs. Support infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. Collaborate with architects, developers, security teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure and efficient cloud solutions. Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Drive continuous improvement across cloud operations and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management. Experience standing up and supporting multiple AWS environments. Experience managing and maintaining Git-based CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and serverless technologies. Experience supporting React applications. Experience working with AWS Lambda functions. Knowledge of Kafka integration and event-driven systems. Experience with AWS networking services, including Transit Gateway and PrivateLink. Experience administering AWS IAM, MFA, and access controls. Knowledge of cloud governance, cost optimisation, and FinOps practices. Experience implementing enterprise cloud resource tagging standards. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Skills Experience with Kong Enterprise Edition (Kong EE). Experience working within secure or regulated environments. Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools. Personal Attributes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and modern engineering practices. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and ensuring an accessible and inclusive hiring experience.

Contract Siemens TIA Portal Software Engineer Initial 3 month contract Essex Outside IR35 Role We are looking for an experienced Siemens TIA Portal Software Engineer to support automation and controls projects within manufacturing and industrial environments. Responsibilities Siemens TIA Portal PLC programming S7-1200 / S7-1500 development WinCC HMI development FAT, SAT & commissioning support Fault finding and system troubleshooting Industrial network configuration (PROFINET/PROFIBUS) Requirements Strong Siemens TIA Portal experience PLC programming background Commissioning experience Ability to work independently Industrial automation experience

The role: We are looking for a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT department in Bristol. At Simmons & Simmons, technology is central to delivering exceptional client service. We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our Platforms team and help build, automate and operate the Azure platform underpinning our applications and services. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing and delivering secure, scalable and resilient cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure, using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD automation as the default approach. You will work closely with architects, security and application teams to implement cloud platform patterns and enable delivery teams to deploy safely and consistently. You will be required to act as senior technical authority within the platforms team, supporting decision-making, mentoring engineers, and shaping the Azure roadmap. What will you do: Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & CI/CD automation Build, deploy, and maintain Azure infrastructure using IaC (Bicep and/or Terraform) with peer review and version control. Strong familiarity working in IaC and pipelines to ensure quality, security and adherence to baseline standards. Cloud reliability, operations & incident/problem support (engineering-led) Act as a senior escalation point for complex Azure platform incidents; leading to troubleshoot, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes (automation over repeated manual intervention). Monitor and improve platform health using Azure observability tooling (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics/KQL, Application Insights, Science Logic), and improve alerting and diagnostics. Lead reliability and resilience improvements such as such as performance tuning, resource optimisation, cost optimization using FinOps and provide availability enhancements, aligned to our service- level expectations. A senior analyst is expected to be a point of contact and escalation at all times, taking ownership of incident management, while providing 3rd & 4th level and technical support. Any experience working within the Agile framework using Scrum. Security, compliance & governance Embed security controls and compliance checks into delivery pipelines (DevSecOps approach), ensuring cloud systems are configured securely and remain compliant. Contribute to platform governance initiatives such as naming/tagging conventions, logging standards, Key Vault/secret patterns, and controlled change via Github Push/Pull requests. Work closely with Security and CISO stakeholders and the wider networks team to maintain a strong and compliant security posture across our Azure public cloud. What we are looking for: The role deliberately covers a relatively broad brief of technologies, targeted at enabling effective communication and efficient working practices. We would expect the role holder to be able to demonstrate a skill base that spans a range of the following topics and, where necessary, to demonstrate the aptitude and desire to develop to meet the entire brief. Knowledge of a range of enterprise IT application technologies, including a demonstrated track record in operating and administering or working with infrastructure applications as part of the: Microsoft Application Stack such as Exchange 365; Active Directory, AD connect, Azure site recovery (ASR) and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Azure SQL. Experience of working with VMware vSphere, HPE Servers & Storage, upgrades and maintenance procedures. Hands-on experience engineering solutions in Microsoft Azure, including a solid understanding of Azure IaaS and PaaS services (e.g., VMs, Storage, App Services, Front Door, API Management, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Networking). Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code in either (Bicep and/or Terraform; ARM knowledge acceptable where relevant). Practical experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, CI/CD concepts) and Git-based version control. Azure networking knowledge including VNETs, vWAN, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, hub-and-spoke, and traffic management concepts. Azure security fundamentals including Managed Identities, Key Vault, Conditional Access, Defender for Cloud/Security Centre. Strong scripting capability in PowerShell (and/or Bash), and the ability to automate operational tasks and deployments. Strong troubleshooting mindset: diagnosing complex issues and driving them to resolution with appropriate escalation and RCA. Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical topics in plain English in a professional services environment. A Strong problem-solver with proactive, engineering-led mindset. Self-motivated technical lead and mentor. Comfortable working as a senior engineer in a collaborative, geographically diverse and inclusive team. Preferably either: 5-years relevant experience working in a similar role, or a qualification in Computer Science or Engineering or Microsoft accredited Azure Certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator / DevOps / Cloud Engineering) and relevant experience working in a similar role. Excellent Knowledge of the Azure and Windows Stack. Career Level: The career level assigned to this role is level 3. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level. Here at Simmons & Simmons: At Simmons, we are proud of our collaborative, open and non-hierarchical culture, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and the wellbeing of our people is paramount. Our dynamic minds work as one integrated team, partnering with leading organisations on inspirational and thought-provoking projects that matter. From day one, irrespective of job title, qualification or background, everyone s voice is heard, and you are encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will have a platform to excel, exceed your career ambitions, and achieve things you never thought possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We are proud to rank as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, a Stonewall Top Global Employer, and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our business plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Our in-house generative AI tool, Percy, won the Innovation in Automation and AI Tools category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and client service. We have been commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across three categories: construction, employment, and intellectual property. Our profile is highly positive, highlighting our sector specialisms and notable case and transactional work. Equal opportunities: We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues . click apply for full job details

Senior Security Engineer We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer to help strengthen and evolve our cybersecurity capabilities across a hybrid cloud environment. You'll play a key role in security operations, cloud and endpoint security, identity management, infrastructure protection, and security strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead the investigation and remediation of complex security incidents. Enhance detection, monitoring, and automation across Microsoft security platforms. Manage and optimise Conditional Access, MFA, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Zero Trust controls. Strengthen security across Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, SCCM, endpoints, and Servers. Drive vulnerability management, reporting, and remediation activities. Support and improve Azure security controls, Firewalls, VPNs, and network security. Contribute to audits, compliance initiatives, risk assessments, and security governance. Lead security workstreams within major IT projects and identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement. Essential skills & experience Proven experience in a senior security engineering role. Strong expertise in Microsoft Defender, Azure Security, Microsoft 365 Security, Intune, Conditional Access, and Entra ID. Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and VPN technologies. Strong PowerShell Scripting and automation skills. Experience investigating security incidents and implementing technical remediation. Solid understanding of Zero Trust, least privilege, and security hardening principles. Desirable Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Tenable, Qualys, or Defender TVM. Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, or SOC 2 frameworks. Familiarity with Azure Automation, Logic Apps, PKI, and certificate management. About You - You are a proactive and detail-oriented security professional with excellent communication skills, strong technical expertise, and the ability to work independently while building effective relationships across the business. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a major automation project on a brownfield chemical plant in Cambridge. The successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing on-site activities across the installation, testing, implementation and commissioning phases of the project. This will include managing electrical and automation installation works , coordinating site operations, supporting SCADA testing , Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and ensuring safe, efficient execution within a live operational process plant environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a contractor with a strong EC&I / Automation / Process Plant background and proven experience delivering works on complex industrial sites. Key Responsibilities The Site Manager will be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day site operations for the automation project Managing and coordinating electrical and automation installation activities Supervising subcontractors and site personnel to ensure works are delivered safely and in line with programme Supporting and overseeing SCADA testing activities Coordinating and witnessing Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Managing the implementation phase and supporting the delivery of commissioning activities Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with site procedures, health & safety standards and project requirements Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to the wider project team Acting as the key point of coordination between engineering teams, subcontractors, client representatives and site stakeholders Managing site documentation, permits, RAMS and relevant compliance requirements Identifying and escalating site risks, issues and delays in a timely manner Supporting the successful integration of new automation systems into a live brownfield plant environment Candidate Profile We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Proven experience in a Site Manager , Site Supervisor or similar position within industrial project delivery Strong background in electrical, controls, instrumentation and automation projects Previous experience working on brownfield process plant , chemical , COMAH , manufacturing or similarly regulated industrial sites Experience overseeing electrical installations , control systems works and automation packages Good understanding of SCADA systems , testing processes and site-based validation activities Previous involvement in Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning phases Strong awareness of working within a live operational plant environment Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate site activity effectively Strong focus on health, safety, quality and programme delivery Essential Experience Site management experience on industrial / process / manufacturing projects Experience overseeing electrical and automation installation activities Exposure to SCADA testing , SAT and commissioning Experience working on a brownfield site Ability to manage site teams and subcontractors in a live plant environment Strong understanding of site HSE requirements and permit-controlled works Desirable Experience Previous experience on chemical plant or process manufacturing sites Familiarity with automation upgrade projects Experience working on EC&I-led capital projects Knowledge of commissioning processes within process industries Relevant site safety qualifications such as SMSTS , SSSTS or similar Any industry-specific tickets / site certifications relevant to process or chemical environments Qualifications Candidates should ideally hold some of the following: SMSTS / SSSTS Relevant electrical, instrumentation or engineering qualification CSCS / ECS / appropriate site certification First Aid / IOSH / NEBOSH (advantageous) Contract Details Location: Cambridge Duration: 10 months Start Date: Early July Rate: Negotiable Employment Type: Contract Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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 are recruiting two Lead DevOps Engineers to join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), working within the Chief Architect function. These roles will provide technical leadership for DevOps and platform engineering across strategic technology platforms that enable the Ministry of Justice to deliver secure, reliable and scalable digital services. OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes shared platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate systems that are secure, reliable and sustainable. As a Lead DevOps Engineer, you will help shape and operate critical platform capabilities that support delivery across the organisation. You will establish and promote modern engineering practices, ensuring platforms are resilient, observable, secure and easy for teams to use. Working closely with engineers, architects, product managers and delivery teams, you will help create the environments, tooling and operational processes needed to support effective software delivery at scale. Justice Digital, Data and Science exists to support the delivery of justice through modern, reliable and secure digital services. We work in multidisciplinary teams, focus on user needs, and take a pragmatic approach to technology that balances pace with long-term sustainability. You will join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, a central function that sets technical direction across Justice Digital, Data and Science. OCTO works closely with delivery teams, platform teams and senior leaders to define standards, shape shared platforms and improve how engineering is done across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to operate at organisational scale, influence how engineering works across Justice Digital, Data and Science, and remain closely connected to real technical problems through hands-on engagement with tooling and platforms. The roles are aligned to two key strategic areas: Integration Hub We are establishing a new integration hub to enable more consistent, reusable and governed approaches to how systems interact across the MoJ estate. This role will play a key part in shaping how that platform is built and operated, ensuring it supports modern integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven architecture and messaging. You will be responsible for ensuring the platform and related services are operable, reliable and secure, with the tooling, environments and practices needed for teams to build, deploy and run integrations effectively. You will help establish strong engineering practices, CI/CD pipelines, observability and operational controls that support consistent and scalable integration delivery across the organisation. Justice Data Factories The second role will focus on Justice Data Factories, our federated data architecture initiative. Justice Data Factories provide agency-specific environments where data is ingested, transformed and published as trusted data products, enabling domains across the Ministry of Justice to take greater ownership of their data while operating within a consistent, governed architectural framework. You will play a key role in developing and operating the platform capabilities, infrastructure and engineering practices that underpin this ecosystem. Working closely with data engineers, architects and product teams, you will ensure the platform is secure, scalable and reliable, while driving improvements in automation, CI/CD, observability and operational resilience to support the delivery of data products at scale. Both roles offer the opportunity to influence organisation-wide technology platforms, shape engineering standards and practices, and contribute to the delivery of modern, reusable capabilities that support the Ministry of Justice's digital and data ambitions. This role aligns against the Lead DevOps engineer role from the Government Digital and Data Framework 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 broad range of technologies and are looking for people with strong practical experience in modern software delivery environments. Cloud platforms: AWS Infrastructure as code: Terraform Containerisation and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes Source control and CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions Languages: Python You will be supported to deepen your knowledge of our platforms once in post Our work is largely open source. You can explore repositories at: Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering, development and continuous improvement of strategic platforms, including infrastructure, environments and deployment pipelines Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation to enable teams to build, test and deploy services quickly, safely and consistently. Work directly in code and infrastructure (for example Infrastructure as Code) to ensure platforms are robust, secure and maintainable Build and evolve shared platform capabilities that support the delivery and operation of digital and data services across the organisation. Ensure platforms are designed for high availability, scalability and resilience, with appropriate approaches to disaster recovery and business continuity. Implement and improve observability, including logging, metrics and tracing, to enable effective monitoring and operational support. Provide technical leadership and practical support to engineering teams, helping them make effective use of platform capabilities, tooling and environments. Work closely with engineers, architects and product teams to ensure services are deployable, operable and production-ready. Take ownership of platform reliability, performance and operational excellence in production environments. Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, driving continuous improvement through automation, tooling and platform enhancements. 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: Significant, recent hands-on experience working as a DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar, building and operating cloud-native platforms or services in production. Hands-on experience building and operating container-based platforms (e.g. Kubernetes) in production, including deploying and managing distributed systems. Experience using infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation) to provision and manage scalable, reliable environments. Experience implementing and operating observability tooling (logging, monitoring, alerting, tracing) to support reliable services in production. Understanding of how to design and operate platforms that support integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven systems and messaging. 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.

Enterprise Application Architect - 2 YR FTC Location: London (Hybrid Working - 2 days a week in the office) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years) Salary: Up to £84,600 per annum plus excellent benefits About the Role An established client based in London is seeking an experienced Enterprise Application Architect to help shape and deliver its digital transformation strategy. Working within the Enterprise Architecture function, you will define and govern target-state application architecture, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure technology investments align with institutional priorities. You will provide architectural leadership across major programmes and operational services, influence senior stakeholders, support application modernisation and portfolio rationalisation initiatives, and act as deputy to the Head of Enterprise Architecture when required. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise application architecture strategy, standards, principles and governance. Produce TOGAF-aligned architecture artefacts, including principles, roadmaps, gap analyses and transition architectures. Lead application portfolio rationalisation, modernisation and Legacy retirement initiatives. Develop and govern target-state application architecture across projects and services. Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and automation platforms. Define integration architecture strategy and support integration platform evolution. Ensure alignment across business, data, technology and application architecture domains. Embed security-by-design, data integration principles and architecture governance. Support cloud-smart strategies across Azure, hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to architects and technical teams. Influence technology strategy, investment decisions and architectural roadmaps. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Systems Analysis or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification. Working knowledge of ArchiMate or a comparable enterprise architecture modelling framework. Essential Experience Extensive experience in Enterprise and Application Architecture within large, complex organisations. Significant experience producing TOGAF-aligned architecture deliverables, including roadmaps, target architectures and transition plans. Strong experience using enterprise architecture tools such as ArchiMate, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Ardoq or similar. Experience applying cloud-smart architecture strategies, with Azure expertise essential and AWS/GCP desirable. Deep understanding of application architecture patterns, life cycle management and enterprise architecture governance. Experience leading application portfolio rationalisation and transformation programmes. Experience embedding automation-first and AI-enabled approaches across application estates. Experience defining integration architecture strategies and supporting integration platform evolution. Experience aligning application architecture with business, data and technology domains. Experience mentoring architects and operating in a senior or deputy leadership capacity. Understanding of ITSM and ITIL frameworks within managed application environments. Essential Skills Ability to balance long-term architectural strategy with short-term delivery priorities. Strong analytical, planning and enterprise-scale decision-making skills. Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills. Ability to influence, guide and facilitate decision-making at all levels. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong understanding of IT standards, controls and governance frameworks. Ability to assess and communicate the strategic, operational and financial impact of technology decisions. Ability to solve complex architecture challenges, including application rationalisation, Legacy retirement and emerging technology evaluation. Desirable Experience with automation platforms and intelligent automation technologies. Experience evaluating AI and automation platforms within an enterprise architecture context. Personal Attributes Technology and vendor-neutral, with the ability to evaluate solutions objectively. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, integrity and professional credibility. Passionate about shaping a future-focused application estate and driving digital transformation. Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Recognised as a credible authority in application architecture with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Additional Information This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation and play a key role in shaping its future technology landscape through enterprise architecture leadership and digital transformation. Salary: Up to £84,600 per annum Contract: Fixed-Term (24 Months) Location: London/Hybrid Working 2 days a week in the office To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to (see below) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.

The role: We are looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT department in Bristol. At Simmons & Simmons, technology is central to delivering exceptional client service. We are seeking a talented and motivated Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our Platforms team and help build, automate and operate the Azure platform underpinning our applications and services. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing and delivering secure, scalable and resilient cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure, using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD automation as the default approach. You will work closely with architects, security and application teams to implement cloud platform patterns and enable delivery teams to deploy safely and consistently. What will you do: Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & CI/CD automation Build, deploy, and maintain Azure infrastructure using IaC (Bicep and/or Terraform) with peer review and version control. Strong familiarity working in IaC and pipelines to ensure quality, security and adherence to baseline standards. Cloud reliability, operations & incident/problem support (engineering-led) Act as an escalation point for complex Azure platform issues; troubleshoot, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes (automation over repeated manual intervention). Monitor and improve platform health using Azure observability tooling (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics/KQL, Application Insights, Science Logic), and improve alerting and diagnostics. Plan and implement operational improvements such as performance tuning, resource optimisation and resilience enhancements, aligned to service expectations. Any experience working within the Agile framework using Scrum. Security, compliance & governance Embed security controls and compliance checks into delivery pipelines (DevSecOps approach), ensuring cloud systems are configured securely and remain compliant. Contribute to platform governance initiatives such as naming/tagging conventions, logging standards, Key Vault/secret patterns, and controlled change via Github Push/Pull requests. Work closely with Security and CISO stakeholders and the wider networks team to maintain a strong and compliant security posture across our Azure public cloud subscription. Delivery collaboration & technical project contribution Collaborate with stakeholders, architects and engineers to translate requirements into Azure designs and deliver working solutions. Contribute to planning and execution of cloud-focused initiatives, identifying risks and dependencies early and supporting smooth transition into support. Maintain clear technical documentation (design notes, runbooks, standard operating procedures) in the team s knowledge base. What we are looking for: The role deliberately covers a relatively broad brief of technologies, targeted at enabling effective communication and efficient working practices. We would expect the role holder to be able to demonstrate a skill base that spans a range of the following topics and, where necessary, to demonstrate the aptitude and desire to develop to meet the entire brief. Knowledge of a range of enterprise IT application technologies, including a demonstrated track record in operating and administering or working with infrastructure applications as part of the: Microsoft Application Stack such as Exchange 365; Active Directory, AD connect, Azure site recovery (ASR), Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Azure SQL. Experience of working with VMware vSphere, HPE Servers & Storage, upgrades and maintenance procedures. Hands-on experience engineering solutions in Microsoft Azure, including a solid understanding of Azure IaaS and PaaS services (e.g., VMs, Storage, App Services, Front Door, API Management, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Networking). Strong experience with PowerShell scripting and Infrastructure as Code in either (Bicep and/or Terraform; ARM knowledge acceptable where relevant). Practical experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, CI/CD concepts) and Git-based version control. Azure networking knowledge including VNETs, vWAN, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, hub-and-spoke, and traffic management concepts. Azure security fundamentals including Managed Identities, Key Vault, Conditional Access, Defender for Cloud/Security Centre. Strong scripting capability in PowerShell (and/or Bash), and the ability to automate operational tasks and deployments. Strong troubleshooting mindset: diagnosing complex issues and driving them to resolution with appropriate escalation and RCA. Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical topics in plain English in a professional services environment. Preferably either: 5-years relevant experience working in a similar role, or a qualification in Computer Science or Engineering or Microsoft accredited Azure Certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator / DevOps / Cloud Engineering) and relevant experience working in a similar role. Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Windows Stack. Career Level: The career level assigned to this role is level 3. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level. Here at Simmons & Simmons: At Simmons, we are proud of our collaborative, open and non-hierarchical culture, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and the wellbeing of our people is paramount. Our dynamic minds work as one integrated team, partnering with leading organisations on inspirational and thought-provoking projects that matter. From day one, irrespective of job title, qualification or background, everyone s voice is heard, and you are encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will have a platform to excel, exceed your career ambitions, and achieve things you never thought possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We are proud to rank as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, a Stonewall Top Global Employer, and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our business plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Our in-house generative AI tool, Percy, won the Innovation in Automation and AI Tools category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and client service. We have been commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across three categories: construction, employment, and intellectual property. Our profile is highly positive, highlighting our sector specialisms and notable case and transactional work. Equal opportunities: We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview. . click apply for full job details