Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management The Opportunity Our client is a leading international law firm, recognised for representing the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most complex transactions and disputes. We are looking for a talented and experienced Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management to join the firms IT department in London. This is a high-impact role at the heart of our global security and identity strategy, offering the chance to shape architecture at enterprise scale while collaborating with top-tier colleagues across regions. What You'll Do You will lead the design and evolution of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) architecture across a complex, global environment. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining IAM architecture covering identity life cycle, access governance, and privileged access controls Designing secure authentication and authorisation patterns (OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP) and Conditional Access policies aligned with Microsoft best practices Embedding zero trust and least privilege principles across all privileged roles and enterprise applications Owning global Firewall design and architecture Architecting and enhancing Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities, including approval workflows and continuous monitoring Championing Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) solutions to proactively mitigate identity-based attacks Guiding the hardening of multi-site Active Directory domains/forests and cloud identity components (Entra/Azure AD) Collaborating with Security to design Azure Policies and guardrails supporting audit readiness (ISO 27001, ISO 22301) Integrating IAM with HR, IT, and engineering systems throughout the user life cycle Staying ahead of emerging technologies including passwordless authentication, decentralised identity frameworks, and adaptive access controls What We're Looking For Qualifications & Experience Proven background in IAM/identity engineering or architecture within large enterprise environments Prior global or large-scale enterprise experience preferred Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate CISSP or equivalent Azure Cybersecurity Expert or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) Technical Skills Deep expertise in Microsoft identity and security across SaaS/PaaS, IAM, and Privileged Access domains Advanced knowledge of Entra ID/Azure AD and on-premises Active Directory Strong command of SSO and authentication protocols: OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP Hands-on experience with RBAC design, entitlement management, and automated provisioning pipelines Proficiency with PowerShell and RESTful integrations for identity automation Familiarity with NDR, Micro-Segmentation, and network topology as they relate to IAM Experience with Azure Policy, landing zone guardrails, and Conditional Access at scale
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management The Opportunity Our client is a leading international law firm, recognised for representing the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most complex transactions and disputes. We are looking for a talented and experienced Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management to join the firms IT department in London. This is a high-impact role at the heart of our global security and identity strategy, offering the chance to shape architecture at enterprise scale while collaborating with top-tier colleagues across regions. What You'll Do You will lead the design and evolution of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) architecture across a complex, global environment. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining IAM architecture covering identity life cycle, access governance, and privileged access controls Designing secure authentication and authorisation patterns (OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP) and Conditional Access policies aligned with Microsoft best practices Embedding zero trust and least privilege principles across all privileged roles and enterprise applications Owning global Firewall design and architecture Architecting and enhancing Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities, including approval workflows and continuous monitoring Championing Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) solutions to proactively mitigate identity-based attacks Guiding the hardening of multi-site Active Directory domains/forests and cloud identity components (Entra/Azure AD) Collaborating with Security to design Azure Policies and guardrails supporting audit readiness (ISO 27001, ISO 22301) Integrating IAM with HR, IT, and engineering systems throughout the user life cycle Staying ahead of emerging technologies including passwordless authentication, decentralised identity frameworks, and adaptive access controls What We're Looking For Qualifications & Experience Proven background in IAM/identity engineering or architecture within large enterprise environments Prior global or large-scale enterprise experience preferred Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate CISSP or equivalent Azure Cybersecurity Expert or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) Technical Skills Deep expertise in Microsoft identity and security across SaaS/PaaS, IAM, and Privileged Access domains Advanced knowledge of Entra ID/Azure AD and on-premises Active Directory Strong command of SSO and authentication protocols: OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP Hands-on experience with RBAC design, entitlement management, and automated provisioning pipelines Proficiency with PowerShell and RESTful integrations for identity automation Familiarity with NDR, Micro-Segmentation, and network topology as they relate to IAM Experience with Azure Policy, landing zone guardrails, and Conditional Access at scale
Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management The Opportunity Our client is a leading international law firm, recognised for representing the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most complex transactions and disputes. We are looking for a talented and experienced Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management to join the firms IT department in London. This is a high-impact role at the heart of our global security and identity strategy, offering the chance to shape architecture at enterprise scale while collaborating with top-tier colleagues across regions. What You'll Do You will lead the design and evolution of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) architecture across a complex, global environment. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining IAM architecture covering identity life cycle, access governance, and privileged access controls Designing secure authentication and authorisation patterns (OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP) and Conditional Access policies aligned with Microsoft best practices Embedding zero trust and least privilege principles across all privileged roles and enterprise applications Owning global Firewall design and architecture Architecting and enhancing Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities, including approval workflows and continuous monitoring Championing Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) solutions to proactively mitigate identity-based attacks Guiding the hardening of multi-site Active Directory domains/forests and cloud identity components (Entra/Azure AD) Collaborating with Security to design Azure Policies and guardrails supporting audit readiness (ISO 27001, ISO 22301) Integrating IAM with HR, IT, and engineering systems throughout the user life cycle Staying ahead of emerging technologies including passwordless authentication, decentralised identity frameworks, and adaptive access controls What We're Looking For Qualifications & Experience Proven background in IAM/identity engineering or architecture within large enterprise environments Prior global or large-scale enterprise experience preferred Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate CISSP or equivalent Azure Cybersecurity Expert or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) Technical Skills Deep expertise in Microsoft identity and security across SaaS/PaaS, IAM, and Privileged Access domains Advanced knowledge of Entra ID/Azure AD and on-premises Active Directory Strong command of SSO and authentication protocols: OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP Hands-on experience with RBAC design, entitlement management, and automated provisioning pipelines Proficiency with PowerShell and RESTful integrations for identity automation Familiarity with NDR, Micro-Segmentation, and network topology as they relate to IAM Experience with Azure Policy, landing zone guardrails, and Conditional Access at scale
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management The Opportunity Our client is a leading international law firm, recognised for representing the world's major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most complex transactions and disputes. We are looking for a talented and experienced Architect: Infrastructure & Access Management to join the firms IT department in London. This is a high-impact role at the heart of our global security and identity strategy, offering the chance to shape architecture at enterprise scale while collaborating with top-tier colleagues across regions. What You'll Do You will lead the design and evolution of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) architecture across a complex, global environment. Key responsibilities include: Developing and maintaining IAM architecture covering identity life cycle, access governance, and privileged access controls Designing secure authentication and authorisation patterns (OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP) and Conditional Access policies aligned with Microsoft best practices Embedding zero trust and least privilege principles across all privileged roles and enterprise applications Owning global Firewall design and architecture Architecting and enhancing Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities, including approval workflows and continuous monitoring Championing Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) solutions to proactively mitigate identity-based attacks Guiding the hardening of multi-site Active Directory domains/forests and cloud identity components (Entra/Azure AD) Collaborating with Security to design Azure Policies and guardrails supporting audit readiness (ISO 27001, ISO 22301) Integrating IAM with HR, IT, and engineering systems throughout the user life cycle Staying ahead of emerging technologies including passwordless authentication, decentralised identity frameworks, and adaptive access controls What We're Looking For Qualifications & Experience Proven background in IAM/identity engineering or architecture within large enterprise environments Prior global or large-scale enterprise experience preferred Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate CISSP or equivalent Azure Cybersecurity Expert or Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) Technical Skills Deep expertise in Microsoft identity and security across SaaS/PaaS, IAM, and Privileged Access domains Advanced knowledge of Entra ID/Azure AD and on-premises Active Directory Strong command of SSO and authentication protocols: OpenID Connect, SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, LDAP Hands-on experience with RBAC design, entitlement management, and automated provisioning pipelines Proficiency with PowerShell and RESTful integrations for identity automation Familiarity with NDR, Micro-Segmentation, and network topology as they relate to IAM Experience with Azure Policy, landing zone guardrails, and Conditional Access at scale
Lead Architect - SAS Max Supplier Charge Rate: £625/day inside IR35 Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance Location: Remote Sector: Public Sector Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Architect - SAS to lead the design, governance, implementation, and strategic direction of enterprise SAS platforms within a secure public sector environment. This role requires a recognised SAS Subject Matter Expert with deep expertise in SAS platform architecture, environment setup, governance, data integration, and operational management. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across SAS solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements. Experience with SAS Viya, data governance frameworks, and enterprise-scale analytics platforms is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities 1. SAS Architecture & Technical Leadership Act as the technical authority and architectural lead for SAS platforms and solutions Define and maintain target-state architecture for SAS environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, security, and performance Provide strategic guidance on SAS platform adoption, configuration, optimisation, and modernisation Lead architecture decisions across analytics, reporting, and data processing solutions 2. SAS Environment Setup & Platform Management Lead the design, setup, configuration, and management of SAS environments across development, testing, and production Design and implement enterprise-grade SAS infrastructure aligned with organisational standards Oversee deployment, operational readiness, upgrades, and ongoing platform management Support installation, integration, and enhancement of SAS environments, including SAS Viya where applicable 3. SAS Viya Enablement Support or lead SAS Viya adoption and platform modernisation initiatives Assess existing SAS estates and recommend migration, transformation, and optimisation strategies Ensure SAS Viya deployments align with cloud-native and container-based architecture principles where appropriate Provide guidance on best practices and platform capabilities 4. Governance, Compliance & Data Management Ensure SAS solutions operate within established governance frameworks and regulatory requirements Provide expertise on Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs), data sharing arrangements, and compliance obligations Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, auditability, data protection, and regulatory compliance Collaborate with governance, risk, security, and data teams to embed best practices throughout the solution life cycle 5. Data Integration & ETL Architecture Design and oversee ETL and data integration frameworks using SAS and associated technologies Ensure efficient movement, transformation, validation, and management of data across multiple systems Provide architecture guidance for integration with enterprise databases and applications Promote data quality, lineage, consistency, and maintainability across data platforms 6. Infrastructure & Platform Integration Collaborate with infrastructure and platform teams to ensure environment readiness and architectural alignment Design SAS platforms that integrate effectively with enterprise hosting, networking, and infrastructure services Advise on capacity planning, availability, resilience, disaster recovery, and operational requirements Support architecture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud-based hosting models 7. Kubernetes & Modern Deployment Practices Provide architectural oversight for containerised SAS and SAS Viya deployments Work with DevOps and platform teams to ensure secure, scalable, and operationally robust implementations Contribute to best practices for orchestration, automation, deployment, and environment management 8. Monitoring & Operational Excellence Define monitoring, alerting, and observability requirements for SAS platforms Ensure proactive monitoring of platform performance, capacity, availability, and operational health Support root cause analysis and remediation of platform and performance issues Drive continuous improvement in platform resilience, supportability, and operational maturity Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance Deep expertise in SAS, acting as a recognised SME and technical authority Extensive experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise SAS environments Strong understanding of SAS architecture, administration, and deployment models Proven experience in ETL architecture and data integration solutions Experience integrating SAS platforms with enterprise databases, including Oracle Strong understanding of enterprise networking and infrastructure principles Experience designing monitoring, observability, and operational support models for analytics platforms Strong knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, and data management practices Experience working with Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs) and public sector governance frameworks Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills Experience with SAS Viya Experience with Kubernetes and containerised deployments Exposure to cloud-based analytics and data platforms Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and platform modernisation strategies Experience delivering solutions within government, public sector, or other highly regulated environments Key Technologies SAS SAS Viya Oracle ETL & Data Integration Technologies Kubernetes Enterprise Infrastructure & Networking Monitoring & Observability Tools Cloud & Hybrid Platforms Data Governance & Compliance Frameworks Clearance & Onboarding This position requires active SC Clearance and additional vetting. Candidates should be aware that onboarding timelines may be extended due to enhanced security clearance and verification requirements.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
Lead Architect - SAS Max Supplier Charge Rate: £625/day inside IR35 Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance Location: Remote Sector: Public Sector Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Architect - SAS to lead the design, governance, implementation, and strategic direction of enterprise SAS platforms within a secure public sector environment. This role requires a recognised SAS Subject Matter Expert with deep expertise in SAS platform architecture, environment setup, governance, data integration, and operational management. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across SAS solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements. Experience with SAS Viya, data governance frameworks, and enterprise-scale analytics platforms is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities 1. SAS Architecture & Technical Leadership Act as the technical authority and architectural lead for SAS platforms and solutions Define and maintain target-state architecture for SAS environments, ensuring scalability, resilience, security, and performance Provide strategic guidance on SAS platform adoption, configuration, optimisation, and modernisation Lead architecture decisions across analytics, reporting, and data processing solutions 2. SAS Environment Setup & Platform Management Lead the design, setup, configuration, and management of SAS environments across development, testing, and production Design and implement enterprise-grade SAS infrastructure aligned with organisational standards Oversee deployment, operational readiness, upgrades, and ongoing platform management Support installation, integration, and enhancement of SAS environments, including SAS Viya where applicable 3. SAS Viya Enablement Support or lead SAS Viya adoption and platform modernisation initiatives Assess existing SAS estates and recommend migration, transformation, and optimisation strategies Ensure SAS Viya deployments align with cloud-native and container-based architecture principles where appropriate Provide guidance on best practices and platform capabilities 4. Governance, Compliance & Data Management Ensure SAS solutions operate within established governance frameworks and regulatory requirements Provide expertise on Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs), data sharing arrangements, and compliance obligations Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, auditability, data protection, and regulatory compliance Collaborate with governance, risk, security, and data teams to embed best practices throughout the solution life cycle 5. Data Integration & ETL Architecture Design and oversee ETL and data integration frameworks using SAS and associated technologies Ensure efficient movement, transformation, validation, and management of data across multiple systems Provide architecture guidance for integration with enterprise databases and applications Promote data quality, lineage, consistency, and maintainability across data platforms 6. Infrastructure & Platform Integration Collaborate with infrastructure and platform teams to ensure environment readiness and architectural alignment Design SAS platforms that integrate effectively with enterprise hosting, networking, and infrastructure services Advise on capacity planning, availability, resilience, disaster recovery, and operational requirements Support architecture across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud-based hosting models 7. Kubernetes & Modern Deployment Practices Provide architectural oversight for containerised SAS and SAS Viya deployments Work with DevOps and platform teams to ensure secure, scalable, and operationally robust implementations Contribute to best practices for orchestration, automation, deployment, and environment management 8. Monitoring & Operational Excellence Define monitoring, alerting, and observability requirements for SAS platforms Ensure proactive monitoring of platform performance, capacity, availability, and operational health Support root cause analysis and remediation of platform and performance issues Drive continuous improvement in platform resilience, supportability, and operational maturity Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance Deep expertise in SAS, acting as a recognised SME and technical authority Extensive experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise SAS environments Strong understanding of SAS architecture, administration, and deployment models Proven experience in ETL architecture and data integration solutions Experience integrating SAS platforms with enterprise databases, including Oracle Strong understanding of enterprise networking and infrastructure principles Experience designing monitoring, observability, and operational support models for analytics platforms Strong knowledge of governance, risk, compliance, and data management practices Experience working with Data Delivery Agreements (DDAs) and public sector governance frameworks Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills Experience with SAS Viya Experience with Kubernetes and containerised deployments Exposure to cloud-based analytics and data platforms Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and platform modernisation strategies Experience delivering solutions within government, public sector, or other highly regulated environments Key Technologies SAS SAS Viya Oracle ETL & Data Integration Technologies Kubernetes Enterprise Infrastructure & Networking Monitoring & Observability Tools Cloud & Hybrid Platforms Data Governance & Compliance Frameworks Clearance & Onboarding This position requires active SC Clearance and additional vetting. Candidates should be aware that onboarding timelines may be extended due to enhanced security clearance and verification requirements.
We have excellent contract job opportunity for Observability/Monitoring Service Owner - Cloud for our leading client. Role overview Own the technical execution of the Observability solutions, integration of monitoring tools, leveraging the ai capabilities in the NOW platform to manage events of client's Transform products and technical platforms. Contract - 6 months (high potential to extend further) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) (2-3 days per week onsite) Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) In this role, you will Leadership and Governance: Lead and own the IT observability, Automation and Autohealing services for IAG Transform. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in the organisation. Develop and implement policies, process and procedures for observability service. Define standards for logs, event alerts and quality assurance. Establish governance frameworks to ensure consistent and compliant usage of observability tools. Set up technical review gov board for any monitoring solutions to define/validate/endorse monitoring strategies, solutions, demands, etc. Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with established policies and standards. Responsible for providing an observability centre of excellence, own and provide observability solutions to product and platform teams. Innovation and Strategy: Develop strategies to leverage new observability tools and technologies to enhance IT service operations and overall business operations. Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to automation resolution of events and incidents. Introduce and implement new machine learning models and aiops features. Process Improvement: Responsible to identify service optimisation initiatives to mature the overall service. Continuously improve IT and business service availability through effective use of observability and automation tooling. Identify opportunities to automate processes and reduce manual efforts. Optimise metric intelligence. Vendor Management: Manage vendors and partners to provide best in class service to meet IAG requirements. Manage vendor relationships, service-level agreements (SLAs), escalations and CSI plans. Evaluate and select new vendors and tools as needed. Observability Tooling Architecture: Design and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive enterprise observability tooling architecture and strategy that supports ITSM, monitoring, observability, automation, and delivery management. Engage in AiOps project to ensure that the key monitoring tools like Datadog, AWS, Azure monitor, Dynatrace, etc is feeding the right logs and metrics into event mgt module in service now. Optimize observability tooling infrastructure to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance. Ensure that all tools integrate seamlessly with each other and with other enterprise systems. Develop and maintain a roadmap for enterprise tool enhancements and upgrades. Set up business service monitoring dashboards for the critical business services Automation & Autohealing: Own the automation and autohealing service, platforms and tools. Define the automation and autohealing policy, process and procedure. Identify potential use cases for automation and autohealing and take it through the right governance to implement automation playbooks using ansible or any AWS/AZURE native services that seem fit for the use case. Responsible for reduction in manual efforts in service ops and increase in automation. Tool Integration and Optimization: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of tools across the Enterprise to reduce manual effort and maximise quality and productivity. Define the technical specifications, standards, and policy for technical integration of monitoring tools into ServiceNow/Ansible. Validate the technical architecture of the integration to ensure its fit for use, fit for purpose, its scalable and flexible to meet the demands of measuring business services. Implement best practices, industry standards and frameworks for configuration and usage of observability and automation technology tools. ITSM Tooling: Responsible to identify opportunities to increase the proactive prediction, detection and restoration of events and incidents using machine learning models. Responsible to leverage the aiops, service now to increase the automation of resolution. Design and oversee the implementation of ITSM tooling solutions that support ITIL-aligned processes. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of ITSM tools with other essential enterprise tools (eg, monitoring, CMDB, service desk, automation tools). Training and Support: Provide training and support to technology staff on the effective use of observability and automation services. Serve as a subject matter expert for enterprise tools and related technologies. Skills Minimum Requirements: Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in observability and automation technology, tools, service, process with a strong focus on management, effectiveness and architecture. Significant experience in observability and automation architecture and enterprise systems. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a variety of observability tools such as Cloudwatch, Azure monitor, Datadog, ThousandEyes, etc. Proven expertise in designing, implementing and managing a variety of automation and autohealing tools such as ansible, NextThink and native AWS/Azure services. Experience of integrating with other industry tooling such as ServiceNow, Ansible, Next Think, GitHub, and other DevOps tooling. Experience with industry standard SDLCs including but not limited to Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, product operating model, etc. Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize observability tooling across complex IT environments in cloud hosting specifically AWS & Azure, On-Prem and SaaS. Preferred experience with range of cloud native solutions ie Kubernetes monitoring. Experience and knowledge of Service now platform, preferably ITSM/ITOM/AIOps including Metrics intelligence. Experience in defining and owning the event management and automation process. Strong understanding of event correlation, noise reduction techniques which will complement the AIOps, automation and autohealing capabilities. Experience with defining observability, automation and autohealing strategies to increase the coverage and adoption across the landscape. Experience embedding observability, automation and autohealing practices into BAU operations through service design and service operations processes. Additional/Desirable: Strong understanding of ITSM best practices and principles; ITIL certification is preferred. Experience of managing and working with vendors/offshore teams to support day to day activities. Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and the skill to influence stakeholder decision-making with data-driven insights. Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational requirements, technologies, and methodologies. Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss and disseminate technical concepts in a business language to multiple audiences. Deep understanding of service value for customers and driving continuous improvement through automation. Initiates and manages change to help shape the future direction of IAG Tech and organisation. Collaborative, open working, resulting in recognition as a valued partner by colleagues, customers and senior stakeholders across the organisation. Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues. Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to continuous personal professional development. Critical Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills specific to a fast-paced, global corporate environment. Robust problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Experience in vendor management and negotiation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey change proposals, document architecture and processes and liaise with stakeholders at all levels. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
We have excellent contract job opportunity for Observability/Monitoring Service Owner - Cloud for our leading client. Role overview Own the technical execution of the Observability solutions, integration of monitoring tools, leveraging the ai capabilities in the NOW platform to manage events of client's Transform products and technical platforms. Contract - 6 months (high potential to extend further) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) (2-3 days per week onsite) Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) In this role, you will Leadership and Governance: Lead and own the IT observability, Automation and Autohealing services for IAG Transform. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in the organisation. Develop and implement policies, process and procedures for observability service. Define standards for logs, event alerts and quality assurance. Establish governance frameworks to ensure consistent and compliant usage of observability tools. Set up technical review gov board for any monitoring solutions to define/validate/endorse monitoring strategies, solutions, demands, etc. Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with established policies and standards. Responsible for providing an observability centre of excellence, own and provide observability solutions to product and platform teams. Innovation and Strategy: Develop strategies to leverage new observability tools and technologies to enhance IT service operations and overall business operations. Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to automation resolution of events and incidents. Introduce and implement new machine learning models and aiops features. Process Improvement: Responsible to identify service optimisation initiatives to mature the overall service. Continuously improve IT and business service availability through effective use of observability and automation tooling. Identify opportunities to automate processes and reduce manual efforts. Optimise metric intelligence. Vendor Management: Manage vendors and partners to provide best in class service to meet IAG requirements. Manage vendor relationships, service-level agreements (SLAs), escalations and CSI plans. Evaluate and select new vendors and tools as needed. Observability Tooling Architecture: Design and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive enterprise observability tooling architecture and strategy that supports ITSM, monitoring, observability, automation, and delivery management. Engage in AiOps project to ensure that the key monitoring tools like Datadog, AWS, Azure monitor, Dynatrace, etc is feeding the right logs and metrics into event mgt module in service now. Optimize observability tooling infrastructure to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance. Ensure that all tools integrate seamlessly with each other and with other enterprise systems. Develop and maintain a roadmap for enterprise tool enhancements and upgrades. Set up business service monitoring dashboards for the critical business services Automation & Autohealing: Own the automation and autohealing service, platforms and tools. Define the automation and autohealing policy, process and procedure. Identify potential use cases for automation and autohealing and take it through the right governance to implement automation playbooks using ansible or any AWS/AZURE native services that seem fit for the use case. Responsible for reduction in manual efforts in service ops and increase in automation. Tool Integration and Optimization: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of tools across the Enterprise to reduce manual effort and maximise quality and productivity. Define the technical specifications, standards, and policy for technical integration of monitoring tools into ServiceNow/Ansible. Validate the technical architecture of the integration to ensure its fit for use, fit for purpose, its scalable and flexible to meet the demands of measuring business services. Implement best practices, industry standards and frameworks for configuration and usage of observability and automation technology tools. ITSM Tooling: Responsible to identify opportunities to increase the proactive prediction, detection and restoration of events and incidents using machine learning models. Responsible to leverage the aiops, service now to increase the automation of resolution. Design and oversee the implementation of ITSM tooling solutions that support ITIL-aligned processes. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of ITSM tools with other essential enterprise tools (eg, monitoring, CMDB, service desk, automation tools). Training and Support: Provide training and support to technology staff on the effective use of observability and automation services. Serve as a subject matter expert for enterprise tools and related technologies. Skills Minimum Requirements: Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in observability and automation technology, tools, service, process with a strong focus on management, effectiveness and architecture. Significant experience in observability and automation architecture and enterprise systems. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a variety of observability tools such as Cloudwatch, Azure monitor, Datadog, ThousandEyes, etc. Proven expertise in designing, implementing and managing a variety of automation and autohealing tools such as ansible, NextThink and native AWS/Azure services. Experience of integrating with other industry tooling such as ServiceNow, Ansible, Next Think, GitHub, and other DevOps tooling. Experience with industry standard SDLCs including but not limited to Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, product operating model, etc. Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize observability tooling across complex IT environments in cloud hosting specifically AWS & Azure, On-Prem and SaaS. Preferred experience with range of cloud native solutions ie Kubernetes monitoring. Experience and knowledge of Service now platform, preferably ITSM/ITOM/AIOps including Metrics intelligence. Experience in defining and owning the event management and automation process. Strong understanding of event correlation, noise reduction techniques which will complement the AIOps, automation and autohealing capabilities. Experience with defining observability, automation and autohealing strategies to increase the coverage and adoption across the landscape. Experience embedding observability, automation and autohealing practices into BAU operations through service design and service operations processes. Additional/Desirable: Strong understanding of ITSM best practices and principles; ITIL certification is preferred. Experience of managing and working with vendors/offshore teams to support day to day activities. Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and the skill to influence stakeholder decision-making with data-driven insights. Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational requirements, technologies, and methodologies. Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss and disseminate technical concepts in a business language to multiple audiences. Deep understanding of service value for customers and driving continuous improvement through automation. Initiates and manages change to help shape the future direction of IAG Tech and organisation. Collaborative, open working, resulting in recognition as a valued partner by colleagues, customers and senior stakeholders across the organisation. Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues. Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to continuous personal professional development. Critical Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills specific to a fast-paced, global corporate environment. Robust problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Experience in vendor management and negotiation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey change proposals, document architecture and processes and liaise with stakeholders at all levels. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
Manning Global, a premier global staffing and managed services provider specialising in worldwide leading sectors such as ICT, Engineering, AI, Automotive and Energy is recruiting for a BMC Helix Tech Lead/Developer on behalf of one of their blue chip international clients to join their organisation in the UK. Job Title: BMC Helix Tech Lead/Developer Employment: Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Country: Anywhere from UK - remote work Contact: Davor Molnar (0) (phone number removed) Job Description: 10+ years of experience in IT within the telecom domain across different SDLC phases including design, development, and solution delivery 5+ years of hands-on experience implementing and architecting BMC Helix / BMC Remedy ITSM solutions including Incident, Problem, Change, Request, Knowledge, CMDB, and Discovery Strong prior experience as a BMC Helix Technical Lead / Solution Architect, preferably supporting Tier 1 or Tier 2 telecom service providers Expertise in CMDB architecture, service modeling, data governance, reconciliation, normalization, and integration with OSS/BSS systems Hands-on experience with BMC Helix ITOM, including Event Management, Discovery, Integration Service, and automation workflows
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Manning Global, a premier global staffing and managed services provider specialising in worldwide leading sectors such as ICT, Engineering, AI, Automotive and Energy is recruiting for a BMC Helix Tech Lead/Developer on behalf of one of their blue chip international clients to join their organisation in the UK. Job Title: BMC Helix Tech Lead/Developer Employment: Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Country: Anywhere from UK - remote work Contact: Davor Molnar (0) (phone number removed) Job Description: 10+ years of experience in IT within the telecom domain across different SDLC phases including design, development, and solution delivery 5+ years of hands-on experience implementing and architecting BMC Helix / BMC Remedy ITSM solutions including Incident, Problem, Change, Request, Knowledge, CMDB, and Discovery Strong prior experience as a BMC Helix Technical Lead / Solution Architect, preferably supporting Tier 1 or Tier 2 telecom service providers Expertise in CMDB architecture, service modeling, data governance, reconciliation, normalization, and integration with OSS/BSS systems Hands-on experience with BMC Helix ITOM, including Event Management, Discovery, Integration Service, and automation workflows
Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead Huge opportunity to grow - £85,000 to £90,000 plus excellent benefits - Flexible on 2 days a week in the office (preferred presence, but not essential) - Worthing, West Sussex Core elements: Man-management + communication skills. Azure-native services (PaaS + IaaS). DevOps/Platform Engineer/Automation skills. Ownership of enterprise landing zones. Terraform-driven IaC strategy. Leading teams/mentoring. Stakeholder management & communication. Operating model/platform governance Overview of the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead position: A large organisation that has far reaching impacts on the environment, the community and our ecosystem, seek an experienced Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead to help play a critical role in the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of the companies cloud infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure. As a key technical contributor within the Cloud Operations function, you will be responsible for ensuring that cloud-based services are available, secure, efficient, and cost-effective. This includes provisioning and managing compute, storage, networking, and identity services, as well as supporting the use of advanced PaaS capabilities and analytics platforms. You will be in a hands-on role that demands strong technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. You will support the development and operation of cloud Landing Zones and act as a trusted delivery partner for internal stakeholders and project teams. By applying DevOps and automation principles, you will reduce manual overhead, accelerate delivery cycles, and improve operational resilience. You will contribute to broader strategic goals by supporting the shift from traditional on-premises infrastructure to scalable, cloud-native services aligned with an "as-a-service" delivery model. As the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead you will also work closely with security, compliance, and disaster recovery teams to ensure that cloud services are not only high-performing and flexible, but also resilient and governed appropriately. As they continue to grow its cloud footprint, this position offers an opportunity to shape how cloud services are delivered across the business. It is ideal for someone looking to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to a major enterprise-wide transformation in digital infrastructure. Responsibilities for the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead position: Azure Cloud Engineering: Build, configure, and maintain Azure cloud environments (IaaS, PaaS, storage, networking, identity). Deploy and support Azure Landing Zones in line with enterprise architecture standards. Support the transition from IaaS to PaaS services by designing and implementing modern cloud-native solutions. Monitor and manage cloud workloads to ensure availability, performance, and security. Operations & Automation: Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Bicep, ARM templates, or Terraform. Automate provisioning, scaling, and maintenance of cloud resources using DevOps pipelines and scripts (PowerShell, Azure CLI, CI/CD etc.). Monitor system health, respond to incidents, and participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Security, Governance & Compliance: Enforce cloud security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), encryption, and secure networking. Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards by ensuring guardrails and policies are in place. Collaborate with Security Operations and Compliance teams to remediate vulnerabilities and audit issues. Knowledge And Skills Needed for the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead position: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent work experience. Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and PaaS/IaaS solutions. Strong knowledge of landing zone architecture and best practices. Proven experience in defining and implementing cloud infrastructure standards and best practices. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to provision and manage infrastructure resources programmatically. Containerisation and Orchestration: Proficient with container technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes. Automation: Strong Scripting skills (eg, Python, PowerShell) and the ability to automate routine tasks and deployment processes for efficiency and consistency. Security: Expertise in cloud security best practices, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and compliance frameworks (eg, PCI DSS, NIST). Networking: Strong knowledge of cloud networking concepts, including virtual networks, subnets, security groups, load balancers, and VPN configurations. DevOps Principles: An understanding of DevOps practices and the ability to integrate development and operations workflows for faster and more reliable deployments. FinOps (Cloud Financial Operations): Experience with managing cloud costs, optimising cloud spending, and implementing FinOps principles to drive cost-effective cloud strategies while balancing performance and scalability. Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead Huge opportunity to grow - £85,000 to £90,000 plus excellent benefits - Flexible on 2 days a week in the office (preferred presence, but not essential) - Worthing, West Sussex
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead Huge opportunity to grow - £85,000 to £90,000 plus excellent benefits - Flexible on 2 days a week in the office (preferred presence, but not essential) - Worthing, West Sussex Core elements: Man-management + communication skills. Azure-native services (PaaS + IaaS). DevOps/Platform Engineer/Automation skills. Ownership of enterprise landing zones. Terraform-driven IaC strategy. Leading teams/mentoring. Stakeholder management & communication. Operating model/platform governance Overview of the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead position: A large organisation that has far reaching impacts on the environment, the community and our ecosystem, seek an experienced Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead to help play a critical role in the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of the companies cloud infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure. As a key technical contributor within the Cloud Operations function, you will be responsible for ensuring that cloud-based services are available, secure, efficient, and cost-effective. This includes provisioning and managing compute, storage, networking, and identity services, as well as supporting the use of advanced PaaS capabilities and analytics platforms. You will be in a hands-on role that demands strong technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. You will support the development and operation of cloud Landing Zones and act as a trusted delivery partner for internal stakeholders and project teams. By applying DevOps and automation principles, you will reduce manual overhead, accelerate delivery cycles, and improve operational resilience. You will contribute to broader strategic goals by supporting the shift from traditional on-premises infrastructure to scalable, cloud-native services aligned with an "as-a-service" delivery model. As the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead you will also work closely with security, compliance, and disaster recovery teams to ensure that cloud services are not only high-performing and flexible, but also resilient and governed appropriately. As they continue to grow its cloud footprint, this position offers an opportunity to shape how cloud services are delivered across the business. It is ideal for someone looking to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to a major enterprise-wide transformation in digital infrastructure. Responsibilities for the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead position: Azure Cloud Engineering: Build, configure, and maintain Azure cloud environments (IaaS, PaaS, storage, networking, identity). Deploy and support Azure Landing Zones in line with enterprise architecture standards. Support the transition from IaaS to PaaS services by designing and implementing modern cloud-native solutions. Monitor and manage cloud workloads to ensure availability, performance, and security. Operations & Automation: Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Bicep, ARM templates, or Terraform. Automate provisioning, scaling, and maintenance of cloud resources using DevOps pipelines and scripts (PowerShell, Azure CLI, CI/CD etc.). Monitor system health, respond to incidents, and participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Security, Governance & Compliance: Enforce cloud security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), encryption, and secure networking. Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards by ensuring guardrails and policies are in place. Collaborate with Security Operations and Compliance teams to remediate vulnerabilities and audit issues. Knowledge And Skills Needed for the Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead position: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent work experience. Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and PaaS/IaaS solutions. Strong knowledge of landing zone architecture and best practices. Proven experience in defining and implementing cloud infrastructure standards and best practices. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to provision and manage infrastructure resources programmatically. Containerisation and Orchestration: Proficient with container technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes. Automation: Strong Scripting skills (eg, Python, PowerShell) and the ability to automate routine tasks and deployment processes for efficiency and consistency. Security: Expertise in cloud security best practices, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and compliance frameworks (eg, PCI DSS, NIST). Networking: Strong knowledge of cloud networking concepts, including virtual networks, subnets, security groups, load balancers, and VPN configurations. DevOps Principles: An understanding of DevOps practices and the ability to integrate development and operations workflows for faster and more reliable deployments. FinOps (Cloud Financial Operations): Experience with managing cloud costs, optimising cloud spending, and implementing FinOps principles to drive cost-effective cloud strategies while balancing performance and scalability. Senior Azure Platform/Cloud Operations Lead Huge opportunity to grow - £85,000 to £90,000 plus excellent benefits - Flexible on 2 days a week in the office (preferred presence, but not essential) - Worthing, West Sussex
Senior Platform Engineer (Automation & DevOps) Manchester (Hybrid- 1 day on site every 2 weeks)£55K - £76K A Senior Platform Engineer is required for our client to help modernise and scale our technology platforms through high-quality, secure automation. In this role, you'll lead the design and delivery of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD solutions across a hybrid, Azure-first environment, working closely with senior stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams. You'll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, setting automation standards, shaping strategy, and mentoring others. Responsibilities: Design and deliver enterprise-scale automation using Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell and Python Build and improve CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Act as the Azure automation SME, advising on security, resilience, and cost efficiency Influence standards and governance via the Technical Design Authority Support and develop colleagues in an inclusive, collaborative team Experience required: Strong experience delivering automation in Azure and hybrid environments Deep IaC and scripting expertise Knowledge of on-premise infrastructure technologies including, Server (operating system and hardware), VMware, Exchange, Networks switches, firewalls, storge technologies security and SAN. Experience working within regulated or complex enterprise estates Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Leadership or mentoring experience Experience with M365, Power Platform or AI-driven automation is beneficial but not essential.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Senior Platform Engineer (Automation & DevOps) Manchester (Hybrid- 1 day on site every 2 weeks)£55K - £76K A Senior Platform Engineer is required for our client to help modernise and scale our technology platforms through high-quality, secure automation. In this role, you'll lead the design and delivery of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD solutions across a hybrid, Azure-first environment, working closely with senior stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams. You'll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, setting automation standards, shaping strategy, and mentoring others. Responsibilities: Design and deliver enterprise-scale automation using Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell and Python Build and improve CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Act as the Azure automation SME, advising on security, resilience, and cost efficiency Influence standards and governance via the Technical Design Authority Support and develop colleagues in an inclusive, collaborative team Experience required: Strong experience delivering automation in Azure and hybrid environments Deep IaC and scripting expertise Knowledge of on-premise infrastructure technologies including, Server (operating system and hardware), VMware, Exchange, Networks switches, firewalls, storge technologies security and SAN. Experience working within regulated or complex enterprise estates Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Leadership or mentoring experience Experience with M365, Power Platform or AI-driven automation is beneficial but not essential.
Caspian One is partnering with a leading capital markets organisation on a large scale platform engineering programme and is looking to build out a number of experienced engineers to support delivery of an internal development platform. This is a hand -on, coding first role ideal for engineers who enjoy designing and building distributed systems at scale, rather than purely working in DevOps or infrastructure-focused positions. What you'll be doing Designing and building scalable Back End systems and APIs Writing production-grade code daily (Java, Node.js or Python) Contributing to a modern internal platform that supports a large engineering user base Solving complex technical problems through robust system design and architecture Working across hybrid environments (on-prem + cloud) Collaborating with SRE, platform and DevOps teams to improve reliability, performance and developer experience What we're looking for Strong hands-on coding experience in Java, Node.js or Python Proven experience building APIs and distributed systems at scale Solid understanding of core Internet fundamentals (HTTP, DNS, TLS, networking) Experience delivering end-to-end solutions from design through to production A coding-first mindset this is not a tooling or ops-only role Nice to have Exposure to platform engineering, SRE or DevOps environments Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud (AWS or GCP) Familiarity with observability tooling (eg Grafana, OpenTelemetry) Understanding of service mesh, API gateways or load balancing Why join Work on high-scale, high-impact systems used by thousands of engineers Be part of a modern engineering transformation Join a collaborative, engineering-led culture with strong technical standards Opportunity to influence platform direction and best practices If of interest, please get in touch for further details.
Jun 23, 2026
Contractor
Caspian One is partnering with a leading capital markets organisation on a large scale platform engineering programme and is looking to build out a number of experienced engineers to support delivery of an internal development platform. This is a hand -on, coding first role ideal for engineers who enjoy designing and building distributed systems at scale, rather than purely working in DevOps or infrastructure-focused positions. What you'll be doing Designing and building scalable Back End systems and APIs Writing production-grade code daily (Java, Node.js or Python) Contributing to a modern internal platform that supports a large engineering user base Solving complex technical problems through robust system design and architecture Working across hybrid environments (on-prem + cloud) Collaborating with SRE, platform and DevOps teams to improve reliability, performance and developer experience What we're looking for Strong hands-on coding experience in Java, Node.js or Python Proven experience building APIs and distributed systems at scale Solid understanding of core Internet fundamentals (HTTP, DNS, TLS, networking) Experience delivering end-to-end solutions from design through to production A coding-first mindset this is not a tooling or ops-only role Nice to have Exposure to platform engineering, SRE or DevOps environments Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud (AWS or GCP) Familiarity with observability tooling (eg Grafana, OpenTelemetry) Understanding of service mesh, API gateways or load balancing Why join Work on high-scale, high-impact systems used by thousands of engineers Be part of a modern engineering transformation Join a collaborative, engineering-led culture with strong technical standards Opportunity to influence platform direction and best practices If of interest, please get in touch for further details.
Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Technical Architect - on site Active SC or DV Clearance Required On-site 5 Days per Week (Travel/Accommodation supported through Methods) Salary up to £110,000 + Bonus Methods is supporting a client operating within a highly secure environment who is seeking an experienced Technical Architect to join a team delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure and cloud solutions. This role would suit a technically strong architect with broad enterprise IT experience and deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, capable of bringing together multiple technology domains into a coherent end-to-end architecture. Key Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise-scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security controls. Architect hybrid cloud solutions spanning Azure and on-premises infrastructure. Lead technical workshops with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements and define solutions. Design Azure networking solutions including hub-and-spoke architectures, ExpressRoute, VPNs and network security. Design and support containerised workloads using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Create high and low-level technical designs (HLDs/LLDs) and guide engineering teams through implementation. Review customer environments against Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF) best practices. Provide architectural guidance across identity, networking, storage, data platforms and cloud governance. Support the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevSecOps and GitOps delivery methodologies. Essential Experience Proven experience as a Technical Architect, Cloud Architect, Infrastructure Architect or Platform Architect. Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure. Strong understanding of Azure landing zones, governance and cloud security. Experience designing and supporting hybrid cloud environments. Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, ideally Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Experience with Microsoft Entra ID/Active Directory. Knowledge of Azure networking including virtual networks, ExpressRoute, VPN and network security. Experience producing technical design documentation including HLDs and LLDs. Strong stakeholder engagement and customer-facing consultancy experience. Desirable Experience Terraform or Bicep. VMware Cloud Foundation. DevSecOps, GitOps and CI/CD delivery practices. Experience working within government, defence or secure environments. Clearance Requirements Candidates must hold active SC or DV clearance due to the nature of the work.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Technical Architect - on site Active SC or DV Clearance Required On-site 5 Days per Week (Travel/Accommodation supported through Methods) Salary up to £110,000 + Bonus Methods is supporting a client operating within a highly secure environment who is seeking an experienced Technical Architect to join a team delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure and cloud solutions. This role would suit a technically strong architect with broad enterprise IT experience and deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, capable of bringing together multiple technology domains into a coherent end-to-end architecture. Key Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise-scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security controls. Architect hybrid cloud solutions spanning Azure and on-premises infrastructure. Lead technical workshops with customers and stakeholders to understand requirements and define solutions. Design Azure networking solutions including hub-and-spoke architectures, ExpressRoute, VPNs and network security. Design and support containerised workloads using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Create high and low-level technical designs (HLDs/LLDs) and guide engineering teams through implementation. Review customer environments against Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF) best practices. Provide architectural guidance across identity, networking, storage, data platforms and cloud governance. Support the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevSecOps and GitOps delivery methodologies. Essential Experience Proven experience as a Technical Architect, Cloud Architect, Infrastructure Architect or Platform Architect. Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure. Strong understanding of Azure landing zones, governance and cloud security. Experience designing and supporting hybrid cloud environments. Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, ideally Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Experience with Microsoft Entra ID/Active Directory. Knowledge of Azure networking including virtual networks, ExpressRoute, VPN and network security. Experience producing technical design documentation including HLDs and LLDs. Strong stakeholder engagement and customer-facing consultancy experience. Desirable Experience Terraform or Bicep. VMware Cloud Foundation. DevSecOps, GitOps and CI/CD delivery practices. Experience working within government, defence or secure environments. Clearance Requirements Candidates must hold active SC or DV clearance due to the nature of the work.
Senior UX/UI or Product Designer with a specialized focus on Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) and experimentation to join our dynamic, flexible team, Embedded directly within our dedicated CRO squad. The opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate UX/UI or Product Designer with a specialized focus on Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) and experimentation to join our dynamic, flexible team, Embedded directly within our dedicated CRO squad. This hybrid role is for a hands-on designer who excels at crafting, optimizing, and delivering high-performing digital experiences across desktop and mobile. You will design premium web experiences and landing pages that drive user engagement, maximize conversions, and seamlessly support business growth. You will be instrumental in translating user data, behaviour analytics, and strategic hypotheses into high-impact design variations and optimized user journeys. Working collaboratively within a cross-functional CRO squad, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design life cycle of A/B and multivariate tests, ensuring every design is both meticulously executed and strategically optimized for maximum performance. What you'll be doing: You are a hands-on, highly motivated, and self-sufficient UX/UI or Product Designer with deep expertise in conversion-centered design principles, web/mobile usability, and data-driven Optimisation. Your passion for user-centric design pushes you to create intuitive, efficient, and visually stunning digital experiences that perform. Conversion-Centered Design & Execution: Lead the end-to-end UX/UI design process for A/B testing, multivariate testing, landing pages, and ongoing Optimisation initiatives across web and mobile platforms. Develop detailed user flows, interaction models, wireframes, and interactive, high-fidelity prototypes specifically optimized for experimentation and user validation. Create pixel-perfect UI designs that respect and elevate our clients' brand guidelines, utilizing persuasive design patterns, psychological triggers, and clear, conversion-focused hierarchies. Work with and support tokenized design systems (DS) , ensuring scalability, efficiency, and consistency of components across a multi-brand environment. Design and optimize unique, tailored user journeys for our client's portfolio of sub-brands , ensuring sub-brand visual identities and unique experiences are maintained while adhering to core design system architectures. Focus on landing page layouts , micro-interactions, persuasive copywriting placement, and checkout/signup funnel Optimisation to systematically minimize friction. Translate user feedback, testing data, and statistical results from A/B tests into actionable, iterative design recommendations. Ensure all experiment designs are technically feasible and collaborate closely with developers during implementation, providing detailed specifications and reviewing builds to ensure high-fidelity execution of tests. Collaboration & CRO Advocacy: Work closely with CRO Strategists, Web Analysts, Product Managers, and Front End Developers in a fast-paced, agile squad environment to manage multiple experimentation pipelines. Advocate for data-informed, evidence-based design decisions , presenting design concepts and experimentation rationale clearly to clients and stakeholders to build alignment. Actively contribute to and maintain conversion-oriented design libraries , templates, and documented best practices to scale our Optimisation efforts. What we want from you: Desirable: Experience designing for A/B testing, personalisation, CRO, or landing page optimisation would be a bonus, particularly where design decisions have been informed by user insight, performance data, or test learnings. Tokenized Design Systems (DS) Mastery: Deep understanding of working with and leveraging tokenized design systems (design tokens in Figma) to manage styling variables, thematic brand changes, and cross-platform consistency efficiently. Multi-Brand Navigation: Proven ability to design distinct and unique user journeys for a client's various sub-brands, striking the perfect balance between brand customization and core systemic rules. Digital Commerce & Product Context: Experience designing high-converting experiences for E-commerce, transactional websites, lead-generation pages, or digital products is highly desirable. Exceptional Portfolio: A must-have portfolio showing a clear end-to-end design process, specifically highlighting how you use user insights, data, or test hypotheses to design landing pages, optimized user flows, and successful A/B test variations. Mastery of UX & Conversion Principles: Deep understanding of user psychology, persuasive design, usability standards, responsive layouts, and platform-specific UX/UI guidelines. Figma & Prototyping Proficiency: Exceptional proficiency in Figma, with the ability to create structured, scalable design files, component libraries, and realistic prototypes for testing. Technical Understanding: Solid understanding of Front End capabilities (HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript limitations) to ensure your Optimisation designs are technically feasible and performant. Collaboration & Agility: Strong communication skills, with a collaborative mindset, comfortable presenting design rationale to stakeholders and working in fast-paced agile development/testing cycles. Accessibility & Performance: Strong understanding of web accessibility (WCAG) and page performance considerations to design fast, inclusive, and seamless experiences. What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Senior UX/UI or Product Designer with a specialized focus on Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) and experimentation to join our dynamic, flexible team, Embedded directly within our dedicated CRO squad. The opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate UX/UI or Product Designer with a specialized focus on Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) and experimentation to join our dynamic, flexible team, Embedded directly within our dedicated CRO squad. This hybrid role is for a hands-on designer who excels at crafting, optimizing, and delivering high-performing digital experiences across desktop and mobile. You will design premium web experiences and landing pages that drive user engagement, maximize conversions, and seamlessly support business growth. You will be instrumental in translating user data, behaviour analytics, and strategic hypotheses into high-impact design variations and optimized user journeys. Working collaboratively within a cross-functional CRO squad, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design life cycle of A/B and multivariate tests, ensuring every design is both meticulously executed and strategically optimized for maximum performance. What you'll be doing: You are a hands-on, highly motivated, and self-sufficient UX/UI or Product Designer with deep expertise in conversion-centered design principles, web/mobile usability, and data-driven Optimisation. Your passion for user-centric design pushes you to create intuitive, efficient, and visually stunning digital experiences that perform. Conversion-Centered Design & Execution: Lead the end-to-end UX/UI design process for A/B testing, multivariate testing, landing pages, and ongoing Optimisation initiatives across web and mobile platforms. Develop detailed user flows, interaction models, wireframes, and interactive, high-fidelity prototypes specifically optimized for experimentation and user validation. Create pixel-perfect UI designs that respect and elevate our clients' brand guidelines, utilizing persuasive design patterns, psychological triggers, and clear, conversion-focused hierarchies. Work with and support tokenized design systems (DS) , ensuring scalability, efficiency, and consistency of components across a multi-brand environment. Design and optimize unique, tailored user journeys for our client's portfolio of sub-brands , ensuring sub-brand visual identities and unique experiences are maintained while adhering to core design system architectures. Focus on landing page layouts , micro-interactions, persuasive copywriting placement, and checkout/signup funnel Optimisation to systematically minimize friction. Translate user feedback, testing data, and statistical results from A/B tests into actionable, iterative design recommendations. Ensure all experiment designs are technically feasible and collaborate closely with developers during implementation, providing detailed specifications and reviewing builds to ensure high-fidelity execution of tests. Collaboration & CRO Advocacy: Work closely with CRO Strategists, Web Analysts, Product Managers, and Front End Developers in a fast-paced, agile squad environment to manage multiple experimentation pipelines. Advocate for data-informed, evidence-based design decisions , presenting design concepts and experimentation rationale clearly to clients and stakeholders to build alignment. Actively contribute to and maintain conversion-oriented design libraries , templates, and documented best practices to scale our Optimisation efforts. What we want from you: Desirable: Experience designing for A/B testing, personalisation, CRO, or landing page optimisation would be a bonus, particularly where design decisions have been informed by user insight, performance data, or test learnings. Tokenized Design Systems (DS) Mastery: Deep understanding of working with and leveraging tokenized design systems (design tokens in Figma) to manage styling variables, thematic brand changes, and cross-platform consistency efficiently. Multi-Brand Navigation: Proven ability to design distinct and unique user journeys for a client's various sub-brands, striking the perfect balance between brand customization and core systemic rules. Digital Commerce & Product Context: Experience designing high-converting experiences for E-commerce, transactional websites, lead-generation pages, or digital products is highly desirable. Exceptional Portfolio: A must-have portfolio showing a clear end-to-end design process, specifically highlighting how you use user insights, data, or test hypotheses to design landing pages, optimized user flows, and successful A/B test variations. Mastery of UX & Conversion Principles: Deep understanding of user psychology, persuasive design, usability standards, responsive layouts, and platform-specific UX/UI guidelines. Figma & Prototyping Proficiency: Exceptional proficiency in Figma, with the ability to create structured, scalable design files, component libraries, and realistic prototypes for testing. Technical Understanding: Solid understanding of Front End capabilities (HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript limitations) to ensure your Optimisation designs are technically feasible and performant. Collaboration & Agility: Strong communication skills, with a collaborative mindset, comfortable presenting design rationale to stakeholders and working in fast-paced agile development/testing cycles. Accessibility & Performance: Strong understanding of web accessibility (WCAG) and page performance considerations to design fast, inclusive, and seamless experiences. What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Permanent only: We offer a great benefits package including a discretionary bonus scheme, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, social events, opportunities to buy and sell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Wokingham, Berkshire
Infrastructure Architect Wokingham / Hybrid - 2 days work from home 4 months initial contract 559 per day inside IR35 Active SC clearance We are seeking an experienced DNS Architect to join a growing infrastructure and cloud technology team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the design, security, and evolution of critical DNS services that support large-scale enterprise and cloud environments. As the DNS subject matter expert, you will be responsible for defining architecture standards, driving automation, enhancing security, and ensuring the resilience and performance of core naming services. You will work closely with network, cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver scalable and secure DNS solutions that support business-critical operations. What You'll Be Doing Designing and implementing enterprise-scale DNS architectures across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments. Managing and optimising DNS services, including zones, delegations, and name resolution processes. Defining standards, governance, and best practices for DNS services. Implementing security controls including DNSSEC, threat protection, and DDoS mitigation. Leading DNS migrations, upgrades, and transformation initiatives. Monitoring DNS performance, availability, and resilience, driving continuous improvements where required. Acting as the technical escalation point for complex DNS and network-related issues. Developing automation solutions using scripting and Infrastructure as Code technologies. Collaborating with infrastructure, cloud, and cyber security teams to deliver secure and reliable services. What We're Looking For Strong experience designing and supporting enterprise DNS environments. Expert knowledge of DNS protocols, architecture, and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with technologies such as BIND, Microsoft DNS, Infoblox, AWS Route 53, Azure DNS, or Google Cloud DNS. Strong understanding of DNSSEC, DHCP, IPAM, and DNS security best practices. Solid networking knowledge covering TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, and load balancing. Experience with automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, or Bash. Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within large, complex, or highly regulated environments. Cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure experience. Relevant networking, cloud, or infrastructure certifications. If this Infrastructure Architect role is of interest, apply now or send your CV to me at (url removed)
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
Infrastructure Architect Wokingham / Hybrid - 2 days work from home 4 months initial contract 559 per day inside IR35 Active SC clearance We are seeking an experienced DNS Architect to join a growing infrastructure and cloud technology team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the design, security, and evolution of critical DNS services that support large-scale enterprise and cloud environments. As the DNS subject matter expert, you will be responsible for defining architecture standards, driving automation, enhancing security, and ensuring the resilience and performance of core naming services. You will work closely with network, cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver scalable and secure DNS solutions that support business-critical operations. What You'll Be Doing Designing and implementing enterprise-scale DNS architectures across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments. Managing and optimising DNS services, including zones, delegations, and name resolution processes. Defining standards, governance, and best practices for DNS services. Implementing security controls including DNSSEC, threat protection, and DDoS mitigation. Leading DNS migrations, upgrades, and transformation initiatives. Monitoring DNS performance, availability, and resilience, driving continuous improvements where required. Acting as the technical escalation point for complex DNS and network-related issues. Developing automation solutions using scripting and Infrastructure as Code technologies. Collaborating with infrastructure, cloud, and cyber security teams to deliver secure and reliable services. What We're Looking For Strong experience designing and supporting enterprise DNS environments. Expert knowledge of DNS protocols, architecture, and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with technologies such as BIND, Microsoft DNS, Infoblox, AWS Route 53, Azure DNS, or Google Cloud DNS. Strong understanding of DNSSEC, DHCP, IPAM, and DNS security best practices. Solid networking knowledge covering TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, and load balancing. Experience with automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, or Bash. Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within large, complex, or highly regulated environments. Cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure experience. Relevant networking, cloud, or infrastructure certifications. If this Infrastructure Architect role is of interest, apply now or send your CV to me at (url removed)
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This is a 12 month fixed term contract position and can be based remotely anywhere in the UK. Within Saab UK, Public Safety Solutions (PSS) develops advanced software applications and mission critical solutions used by Police, Fire & Rescue, Airports and other public safety organisations. Our solutions support real-time operational environments where resilience, availability and security are essential. As part of our continued growth and transformation towards providing managed services, we are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to help shape, design and implement scalable and resilient hosting platforms for mission critical software systems and aid decision making on approach (e.g. public cloud vs private cloud) and other key design choices. This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone who combines strong architecture capability with practical delivery experience across cloud/on-premise infrastructure, automation, networking, security and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement secure, scalable and resilient cloud-hosted managed service platforms Define infrastructure architecture for mission critical applications, including: Cloud hosting (public or private cloud) Networking Resilience and disaster recovery High availability Performance and scalability Security and operational monitoring Automated deployment using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Work closely with software engineering and DevOps teams to enable cloud-native deployment models Develop and improve infrastructure-as-code and automation capabilities Support major bids and customer engagements with infrastructure and hosting architecture expertise Produce high and low-level technical designs and supporting documentation Define operational readiness requirements for managed service environments Support platform standardisation, governance and technical assurance activities Work with customers and third-party suppliers to integrate infrastructure into existing enterprise environments Contribute to cloud migration, modernisation and platform transformation initiatives Provide technical leadership and mentoring across infrastructure and platform engineering domains Support operational teams with third-line technical expertise where required Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Architect, Cloud Architect or Platform Architect in complex enterprise environments Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing cloud-hosted platforms and managed services Demonstrable experience with cloud hosting (Microsoft Azure, AWS cloud environments or private cloud) Strong understanding of: Infrastructure architecture Cloud networking Security and identity Disaster recovery Resilience engineering Performance optimisation Operational support models Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling such as: Terraform Ansible Packer PowerShell CI/CD pipelines Experience working with Kubernetes, containers and modern platform technologies Strong knowledge of networking concepts including: Firewalls VPNs Load balancing DNS Routing SD-WAN Experience working within highly available or mission critical systems environments Ability to work across both strategic architecture and practical technical delivery Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Comfortable working in Agile and collaborative engineering environments Knowledge and experience designing and implementing highly-available voice solution Preferrable experience with UK Emergency Services, Telephony & Airwave (Radio) connectivity / infrastructure Experience delivering managed services or SaaS platforms Experience within public safety, defence, government or other highly regulated industries VMware and hybrid infrastructure experience By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Jun 22, 2026
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Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This is a 12 month fixed term contract position and can be based remotely anywhere in the UK. Within Saab UK, Public Safety Solutions (PSS) develops advanced software applications and mission critical solutions used by Police, Fire & Rescue, Airports and other public safety organisations. Our solutions support real-time operational environments where resilience, availability and security are essential. As part of our continued growth and transformation towards providing managed services, we are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to help shape, design and implement scalable and resilient hosting platforms for mission critical software systems and aid decision making on approach (e.g. public cloud vs private cloud) and other key design choices. This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone who combines strong architecture capability with practical delivery experience across cloud/on-premise infrastructure, automation, networking, security and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement secure, scalable and resilient cloud-hosted managed service platforms Define infrastructure architecture for mission critical applications, including: Cloud hosting (public or private cloud) Networking Resilience and disaster recovery High availability Performance and scalability Security and operational monitoring Automated deployment using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Work closely with software engineering and DevOps teams to enable cloud-native deployment models Develop and improve infrastructure-as-code and automation capabilities Support major bids and customer engagements with infrastructure and hosting architecture expertise Produce high and low-level technical designs and supporting documentation Define operational readiness requirements for managed service environments Support platform standardisation, governance and technical assurance activities Work with customers and third-party suppliers to integrate infrastructure into existing enterprise environments Contribute to cloud migration, modernisation and platform transformation initiatives Provide technical leadership and mentoring across infrastructure and platform engineering domains Support operational teams with third-line technical expertise where required Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Architect, Cloud Architect or Platform Architect in complex enterprise environments Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing cloud-hosted platforms and managed services Demonstrable experience with cloud hosting (Microsoft Azure, AWS cloud environments or private cloud) Strong understanding of: Infrastructure architecture Cloud networking Security and identity Disaster recovery Resilience engineering Performance optimisation Operational support models Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling such as: Terraform Ansible Packer PowerShell CI/CD pipelines Experience working with Kubernetes, containers and modern platform technologies Strong knowledge of networking concepts including: Firewalls VPNs Load balancing DNS Routing SD-WAN Experience working within highly available or mission critical systems environments Ability to work across both strategic architecture and practical technical delivery Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Comfortable working in Agile and collaborative engineering environments Knowledge and experience designing and implementing highly-available voice solution Preferrable experience with UK Emergency Services, Telephony & Airwave (Radio) connectivity / infrastructure Experience delivering managed services or SaaS platforms Experience within public safety, defence, government or other highly regulated industries VMware and hybrid infrastructure experience By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Marketing, AI & Digital Innovation We're looking for a proactive, tech-savvy Digital Marketing Assistant to support our Marketing Manager across content creation, social media, marketing activities, and digital innovation. This is a hands-on role where you'll be exposed to marketing, AI, and digital transformation. Who are we? An exciting opportunity to join London's leading residential design and build company with decades of experience in providing professional home extensions. We have worked to build a reputation as home extension specialists and are committed to providing the highest standards of service. We are proud to say that over 50% of our business comes from recommendations from previous clients. Why join us? Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom of hybrid working while being part of a dedicated team. Collaborative Culture: Work with experienced professionals who are committed to excellence and innovation in the property sector. Competitive rates of pay Bi-annual Staff Events: Socialise with the wider team What You'll Do: Film and create social media content on-site and in the office Schedule and publish content three times per week Support the Marketing Manager with campaigns, research, and day-to-day marketing activities Use AI and modern digital tools to improve content creation, reporting, and workflows Research new technologies, automation opportunities, and digital solutions that can help the business grow Assist with wider digital transformation projects across the company Who We're Looking For: 1-2 years professional experience in Marketing and/or Digital Media Passionate about technology, AI, automation, and emerging digital trends Interested in home improvement, property, interiors, architecture, or construction Creative, organised, and eager to learn Comfortable filming content and working across a variety of marketing tasks A true all-rounder who enjoys both creative work and problem-solving This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative, ideas-driven professional who wants to make their mark in a growing, premium design and build company. If you're ready to shape a brand that stands out, we'd love to meet you. Location : Tues-Thurs in NW6 office / Mon & Fri working from home Holiday : 25 days annual leave (5 held for Christmas closure) plus all national bank holidays Salary : £28k- £32k per annum depending on experience Interviews to be held on a rolling basis, so we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Marketing, AI & Digital Innovation We're looking for a proactive, tech-savvy Digital Marketing Assistant to support our Marketing Manager across content creation, social media, marketing activities, and digital innovation. This is a hands-on role where you'll be exposed to marketing, AI, and digital transformation. Who are we? An exciting opportunity to join London's leading residential design and build company with decades of experience in providing professional home extensions. We have worked to build a reputation as home extension specialists and are committed to providing the highest standards of service. We are proud to say that over 50% of our business comes from recommendations from previous clients. Why join us? Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom of hybrid working while being part of a dedicated team. Collaborative Culture: Work with experienced professionals who are committed to excellence and innovation in the property sector. Competitive rates of pay Bi-annual Staff Events: Socialise with the wider team What You'll Do: Film and create social media content on-site and in the office Schedule and publish content three times per week Support the Marketing Manager with campaigns, research, and day-to-day marketing activities Use AI and modern digital tools to improve content creation, reporting, and workflows Research new technologies, automation opportunities, and digital solutions that can help the business grow Assist with wider digital transformation projects across the company Who We're Looking For: 1-2 years professional experience in Marketing and/or Digital Media Passionate about technology, AI, automation, and emerging digital trends Interested in home improvement, property, interiors, architecture, or construction Creative, organised, and eager to learn Comfortable filming content and working across a variety of marketing tasks A true all-rounder who enjoys both creative work and problem-solving This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative, ideas-driven professional who wants to make their mark in a growing, premium design and build company. If you're ready to shape a brand that stands out, we'd love to meet you. Location : Tues-Thurs in NW6 office / Mon & Fri working from home Holiday : 25 days annual leave (5 held for Christmas closure) plus all national bank holidays Salary : £28k- £32k per annum depending on experience Interviews to be held on a rolling basis, so we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Marketing Director Feltham Permanent 80,000 - 100,000 per year Marketing Director role based in West London. Working for The Heritage Wardrobe Co. About Our Client The Heritage Wardrobe Company is a specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke luxury wardrobes, dressing rooms, and fitted furniture, creating beautifully crafted storage solutions for discerning homeowners across the UK. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and timeless design, the company delivers tailored interiors that maximise space while reflecting each client's individual lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. With a commitment to quality, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service, The Heritage Wardrobe Company works with homeowners, interior designers, architects, and property professionals to create elegant, functional spaces that enhance modern living. Every project is designed and manufactured to the highest standards, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation to produce truly bespoke solutions. As a growing luxury interiors brand, The Heritage Wardrobe Company is focused on strengthening its market presence, expanding its customer reach, and building a reputation as a leading name in premium fitted furniture and dressing room design. Job Description Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a comprehensive UK marketing strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Define brand positioning to strengthen Heritage Wardrobe Company's presence. Identify new customer acquisition and retention opportunities within high-net-worth segments. Multi-Channel Marketing Delivery Lead integrated campaigns across digital, print, partnerships and PR. Oversee performance marketing including paid search, social and SEO. Drive high-quality content creation aligned to luxury brand standards (visuals, case studies, editorial). Brand & Customer Experience Ensure consistent, premium brand identity and messaging across all channels. Manage marketing activity to promote a "showroom experience" brought directly to clients' homes, you will collaborate closely with Sales and Design teams to deliver a seamless client experience. Performance & Insights Own the marketing budget, ROI tracking, and performance reporting. Analyse campaign effectiveness and refine strategies to maximise lead quality and conversion. Use customer insights and market trends to inform ongoing marketing activity. Team & Stakeholder Management Management of external agencies. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to wider business strategy. The Successful Applicant You will be an experienced senior marketing professional with a proven track record of developing and delivering successful marketing strategies, ideally within the luxury, interiors, design, property, or premium retail and hospitality sectors. You will have demonstrated success in creating and executing multi-channel campaigns that deliver measurable commercial results, alongside an understanding of high-net-worth audiences and premium brand positioning. Combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, you will be equally comfortable shaping marketing plans as you are overseeing their implementation. You will have experience managing external agencies and marketing budgets effectively, ensuring activities are aligned with business objectives and deliver a strong return on investment. An excellent communicator, you will be ambitious and confident working with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making. Creative, detail-oriented, and commercially minded, you will have a genuine passion for exceptional design, and luxury brands. What's on Offer If you're motivated by the opportunity to build and lead the marketing function of a growing luxury interiors brand, we'd love to hear from you. The role offers a competitive package, including a salary of approximately 80,000- 100,000, plus car allowance and bonus.To apply, please submit your CV to Helen Smith at Michael Page, our retained recruitment partner supporting The Heritage Wardrobe Company with this appointment.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Marketing Director Feltham Permanent 80,000 - 100,000 per year Marketing Director role based in West London. Working for The Heritage Wardrobe Co. About Our Client The Heritage Wardrobe Company is a specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke luxury wardrobes, dressing rooms, and fitted furniture, creating beautifully crafted storage solutions for discerning homeowners across the UK. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and timeless design, the company delivers tailored interiors that maximise space while reflecting each client's individual lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. With a commitment to quality, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service, The Heritage Wardrobe Company works with homeowners, interior designers, architects, and property professionals to create elegant, functional spaces that enhance modern living. Every project is designed and manufactured to the highest standards, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation to produce truly bespoke solutions. As a growing luxury interiors brand, The Heritage Wardrobe Company is focused on strengthening its market presence, expanding its customer reach, and building a reputation as a leading name in premium fitted furniture and dressing room design. Job Description Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a comprehensive UK marketing strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Define brand positioning to strengthen Heritage Wardrobe Company's presence. Identify new customer acquisition and retention opportunities within high-net-worth segments. Multi-Channel Marketing Delivery Lead integrated campaigns across digital, print, partnerships and PR. Oversee performance marketing including paid search, social and SEO. Drive high-quality content creation aligned to luxury brand standards (visuals, case studies, editorial). Brand & Customer Experience Ensure consistent, premium brand identity and messaging across all channels. Manage marketing activity to promote a "showroom experience" brought directly to clients' homes, you will collaborate closely with Sales and Design teams to deliver a seamless client experience. Performance & Insights Own the marketing budget, ROI tracking, and performance reporting. Analyse campaign effectiveness and refine strategies to maximise lead quality and conversion. Use customer insights and market trends to inform ongoing marketing activity. Team & Stakeholder Management Management of external agencies. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to wider business strategy. The Successful Applicant You will be an experienced senior marketing professional with a proven track record of developing and delivering successful marketing strategies, ideally within the luxury, interiors, design, property, or premium retail and hospitality sectors. You will have demonstrated success in creating and executing multi-channel campaigns that deliver measurable commercial results, alongside an understanding of high-net-worth audiences and premium brand positioning. Combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, you will be equally comfortable shaping marketing plans as you are overseeing their implementation. You will have experience managing external agencies and marketing budgets effectively, ensuring activities are aligned with business objectives and deliver a strong return on investment. An excellent communicator, you will be ambitious and confident working with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making. Creative, detail-oriented, and commercially minded, you will have a genuine passion for exceptional design, and luxury brands. What's on Offer If you're motivated by the opportunity to build and lead the marketing function of a growing luxury interiors brand, we'd love to hear from you. The role offers a competitive package, including a salary of approximately 80,000- 100,000, plus car allowance and bonus.To apply, please submit your CV to Helen Smith at Michael Page, our retained recruitment partner supporting The Heritage Wardrobe Company with this appointment.
Azure and On-prem Infrastructure Architect London, City | Hybrid Competitive base with bonus and excellent Benefits Azure and On-prem Infrastructure Architect is sought by prestigious and leading city based global financial services organisation. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and evolving the hybrid on-prem/Azure environment. This role focuses on platform architecture rather than application design. You will help define and implement the core Azure infrastructure foundations that support enterprise workloads across the organisation. The position involves designing secure, scalable and well-governed cloud environments across hybrid infrastructure, working closely with engineering, security and DevOps teams to ensure architecture is delivered in practice. Key responsibilities: Designing Azure Landing Zones and platform architecture Defining Azure networking architecture (hub-spoke, segmentation, private connectivity) Designing hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and Azure Develop comprehensive cloud and infrastructure solutions, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments, in line with organisational goals. Lead the deployment and configuration of infrastructure platforms (eg, Azure, VMware, Cisco), ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Monitor and analyse infrastructure performance, recommending improvements and proactively resolving issues. Optimise resource utilisation to control costs, including budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management. Work closely with the DevOps, security, and operations teams to support deployments and ongoing infrastructure projects. Evaluate emerging technologies, driving adoption where beneficial to the organisation. Key requirements: Significant experience designing distributed enterprise Cloud Native systems in hybrid environments. Both Cloud (Azure) and currently on-prem experience VMWare, Cisco, Asure Expertise in Azure IaaS and PaaS services, and virtualisation technologies. Strong understanding of networking, storage, security, and disaster recovery. Proven track record in using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible and Terraform Experience with Configuration as Code, Policy as Code and Architecture as Code. Proven ability in strategic planning and cloud transformation initiatives. Desirable: Diagrams as code, ie C4 Modelling and Structurizr, Mermaid, Plantuml, Desirable: Threat Modelling and Secure by design principles. Desirable: Understanding of ZTNA. This opportunity offers the chance to influence the design and evolution of large-scale Azure infrastructure platforms within a prestigious, global organisation.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Azure and On-prem Infrastructure Architect London, City | Hybrid Competitive base with bonus and excellent Benefits Azure and On-prem Infrastructure Architect is sought by prestigious and leading city based global financial services organisation. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and evolving the hybrid on-prem/Azure environment. This role focuses on platform architecture rather than application design. You will help define and implement the core Azure infrastructure foundations that support enterprise workloads across the organisation. The position involves designing secure, scalable and well-governed cloud environments across hybrid infrastructure, working closely with engineering, security and DevOps teams to ensure architecture is delivered in practice. Key responsibilities: Designing Azure Landing Zones and platform architecture Defining Azure networking architecture (hub-spoke, segmentation, private connectivity) Designing hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and Azure Develop comprehensive cloud and infrastructure solutions, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments, in line with organisational goals. Lead the deployment and configuration of infrastructure platforms (eg, Azure, VMware, Cisco), ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Monitor and analyse infrastructure performance, recommending improvements and proactively resolving issues. Optimise resource utilisation to control costs, including budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management. Work closely with the DevOps, security, and operations teams to support deployments and ongoing infrastructure projects. Evaluate emerging technologies, driving adoption where beneficial to the organisation. Key requirements: Significant experience designing distributed enterprise Cloud Native systems in hybrid environments. Both Cloud (Azure) and currently on-prem experience VMWare, Cisco, Asure Expertise in Azure IaaS and PaaS services, and virtualisation technologies. Strong understanding of networking, storage, security, and disaster recovery. Proven track record in using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible and Terraform Experience with Configuration as Code, Policy as Code and Architecture as Code. Proven ability in strategic planning and cloud transformation initiatives. Desirable: Diagrams as code, ie C4 Modelling and Structurizr, Mermaid, Plantuml, Desirable: Threat Modelling and Secure by design principles. Desirable: Understanding of ZTNA. This opportunity offers the chance to influence the design and evolution of large-scale Azure infrastructure platforms within a prestigious, global organisation.
About Our Client The Heritage Wardrobe Company is a specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke luxury wardrobes, dressing rooms, and fitted furniture, creating beautifully crafted storage solutions for discerning homeowners across the UK. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and timeless design, the company delivers tailored interiors that maximise space while reflecting each client's individual lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. With a commitment to quality, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service, The Heritage Wardrobe Company works with homeowners, interior designers, architects, and property professionals to create elegant, functional spaces that enhance modern living. Every project is designed and manufactured to the highest standards, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation to produce truly bespoke solutions. As a growing luxury interiors brand, The Heritage Wardrobe Company is focused on strengthening its market presence, expanding its customer reach, and building a reputation as a leading name in premium fitted furniture and dressing room design. Job Description Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a comprehensive UK marketing strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Define brand positioning to strengthen Heritage Wardrobe Company's presence. Identify new customer acquisition and retention opportunities within high-net-worth segments. Multi-Channel Marketing Delivery Lead integrated campaigns across digital, print, partnerships and PR. Oversee performance marketing including paid search, social and SEO. Drive high-quality content creation aligned to luxury brand standards (visuals, case studies, editorial). Brand & Customer Experience Ensure consistent, premium brand identity and messaging across all channels. Manage marketing activity to promote a "showroom experience" brought directly to clients' homes, you will collaborate closely with Sales and Design teams to deliver a seamless client experience. Performance & Insights Own the marketing budget, ROI tracking, and performance reporting. Analyse campaign effectiveness and refine strategies to maximise lead quality and conversion. Use customer insights and market trends to inform ongoing marketing activity. Team & Stakeholder Management Management of external agencies. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to wider business strategy. The Successful Applicant You will be an experienced senior marketing professional with a proven track record of developing and delivering successful marketing strategies, ideally within the luxury, interiors, design, property, or premium retail and hospitality sectors. You will have demonstrated success in creating and executing multi-channel campaigns that deliver measurable commercial results, alongside an understanding of high-net-worth audiences and premium brand positioning. Combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, you will be equally comfortable shaping marketing plans as you are overseeing their implementation. You will have experience managing external agencies and marketing budgets effectively, ensuring activities are aligned with business objectives and deliver a strong return on investment. An excellent communicator, you will be ambitious and confident working with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making. Creative, detail-oriented, and commercially minded, you will have a genuine passion for exceptional design, and luxury brands. What's on Offer If you're motivated by the opportunity to build and lead the marketing function of a growing luxury interiors brand, we'd love to hear from you. The role offers a competitive package, including a salary of approximately £80,000-£100,000, plus car allowance and bonus.To apply, please submit your CV to Helen Smith at Michael Page, our retained recruitment partner supporting The Heritage Wardrobe Company with this appointment. Job summary Job function Marketing & Agency Subsector Retail Sector FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) Location Feltham Contract type Permanent Consultant name Helen Smith Consultant phone Job reference JN-860
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
About Our Client The Heritage Wardrobe Company is a specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke luxury wardrobes, dressing rooms, and fitted furniture, creating beautifully crafted storage solutions for discerning homeowners across the UK. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and timeless design, the company delivers tailored interiors that maximise space while reflecting each client's individual lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. With a commitment to quality, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service, The Heritage Wardrobe Company works with homeowners, interior designers, architects, and property professionals to create elegant, functional spaces that enhance modern living. Every project is designed and manufactured to the highest standards, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation to produce truly bespoke solutions. As a growing luxury interiors brand, The Heritage Wardrobe Company is focused on strengthening its market presence, expanding its customer reach, and building a reputation as a leading name in premium fitted furniture and dressing room design. Job Description Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a comprehensive UK marketing strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Define brand positioning to strengthen Heritage Wardrobe Company's presence. Identify new customer acquisition and retention opportunities within high-net-worth segments. Multi-Channel Marketing Delivery Lead integrated campaigns across digital, print, partnerships and PR. Oversee performance marketing including paid search, social and SEO. Drive high-quality content creation aligned to luxury brand standards (visuals, case studies, editorial). Brand & Customer Experience Ensure consistent, premium brand identity and messaging across all channels. Manage marketing activity to promote a "showroom experience" brought directly to clients' homes, you will collaborate closely with Sales and Design teams to deliver a seamless client experience. Performance & Insights Own the marketing budget, ROI tracking, and performance reporting. Analyse campaign effectiveness and refine strategies to maximise lead quality and conversion. Use customer insights and market trends to inform ongoing marketing activity. Team & Stakeholder Management Management of external agencies. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to wider business strategy. The Successful Applicant You will be an experienced senior marketing professional with a proven track record of developing and delivering successful marketing strategies, ideally within the luxury, interiors, design, property, or premium retail and hospitality sectors. You will have demonstrated success in creating and executing multi-channel campaigns that deliver measurable commercial results, alongside an understanding of high-net-worth audiences and premium brand positioning. Combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, you will be equally comfortable shaping marketing plans as you are overseeing their implementation. You will have experience managing external agencies and marketing budgets effectively, ensuring activities are aligned with business objectives and deliver a strong return on investment. An excellent communicator, you will be ambitious and confident working with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making. Creative, detail-oriented, and commercially minded, you will have a genuine passion for exceptional design, and luxury brands. What's on Offer If you're motivated by the opportunity to build and lead the marketing function of a growing luxury interiors brand, we'd love to hear from you. The role offers a competitive package, including a salary of approximately £80,000-£100,000, plus car allowance and bonus.To apply, please submit your CV to Helen Smith at Michael Page, our retained recruitment partner supporting The Heritage Wardrobe Company with this appointment. Job summary Job function Marketing & Agency Subsector Retail Sector FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) Location Feltham Contract type Permanent Consultant name Helen Smith Consultant phone Job reference JN-860
Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Platform Engineer to join a rapidly growing digital engineering team delivering cutting edge solutions across a diverse portfolio of clients.This is hands on applying your deep engineering and architectural expertise to design, build, and evolve scalable platform solutions that drive digital transformation within some of the UK's most exciting organisations. Collaborating closely with highly skilled, cross functional teams, you will work alongside engineers, architects, and product specialists to push boundaries and deliver impactful, high quality outcomes. Key responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain robust cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical leadership and input into system and architecture design Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions. Write clean, well documented code and contribute to technical documentation Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues Continuously improve platform performance, security, and reliability Stay current with emerging technologies and drive innovation and adoption Communicate complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience designing and managing cloud native platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Hands-on expertise with services such as: Compute Engine, GKE (Kubernetes), Cloud Storage VPC networking, IAM, Cloud Functions Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Cloud Build) Proficiency in scripting/programming (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) Experience with containerisation & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Solid understanding of cloud networking, security, and identity management Experience with monitoring & observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or similar) Strong Git/version control experience Exposure to the following skills is advantageous but not essential: - Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, on-premise). Exposure to service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet). Knowledge of site reliability engineering (SRE) principles and practices. Familiarity with GCP AI/ML services (AI Platform, AutoML). In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and a market leading benefits package in a flexible, hybrid working environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 (url removed)
Jun 21, 2026
Full time
Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Platform Engineer to join a rapidly growing digital engineering team delivering cutting edge solutions across a diverse portfolio of clients.This is hands on applying your deep engineering and architectural expertise to design, build, and evolve scalable platform solutions that drive digital transformation within some of the UK's most exciting organisations. Collaborating closely with highly skilled, cross functional teams, you will work alongside engineers, architects, and product specialists to push boundaries and deliver impactful, high quality outcomes. Key responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain robust cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical leadership and input into system and architecture design Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions. Write clean, well documented code and contribute to technical documentation Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues Continuously improve platform performance, security, and reliability Stay current with emerging technologies and drive innovation and adoption Communicate complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience designing and managing cloud native platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Hands-on expertise with services such as: Compute Engine, GKE (Kubernetes), Cloud Storage VPC networking, IAM, Cloud Functions Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Cloud Build) Proficiency in scripting/programming (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) Experience with containerisation & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Solid understanding of cloud networking, security, and identity management Experience with monitoring & observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or similar) Strong Git/version control experience Exposure to the following skills is advantageous but not essential: - Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, on-premise). Exposure to service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet). Knowledge of site reliability engineering (SRE) principles and practices. Familiarity with GCP AI/ML services (AI Platform, AutoML). In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and a market leading benefits package in a flexible, hybrid working environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 (url removed)
Bolton Join our Data Fabric Services team in our Information Systems department as a Senior Data Engineer working across all directorates: Engineering, Simulation, Test, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, MRO, and Corporate Functions. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity In this role you will design enterprise-wide data and BI solutions brought together from varied sources - business data, simulators, missile test systems, shop-floor machines - and then turning them into a governed, value-generating asset. Key Responsibilities Capture needs and deliver end-to-end data solutions across technical and business domains. Build scalable ETL/ELT and streaming pipelines from simulators, HIL/SIL benches, MES/SCADA, ERP, and PLM. Architect data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses, and time-series stores. Develop Power BI analytics for self-service, KPI monitoring, and executive reporting. Define data models, governance, quality, lineage, and security aligned with defence requirements (ITAR/EAR, cybersecurity). Drive DataOps: CI/CD, monitoring, CaaS - Container as a Service - integration model on hybrid/on-prem environments. Hard Skills Experience in data engineering, ideally aerospace/defence or industrial sectors. ETL/ELT tools (Airflow, Azure, Microsoft SSIS), streaming (Spark, Kafka). Strong Python and SQL; C++, C#, or MATLAB a plus. Databases: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake, Iceberg, TimescaleDB. Data Platform Capabilities: Low-Code No-Code Data Science solutions (Dataiku, Knime), Data Virtualisation (Dataiku, Ab Initio, Starburst), Data Visualisation (Power BI, DAX, Tableau) T/OT integration, Industry 4.0. DevOps/DataOps: Git, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD. Awareness of DO-178C, ISO 27001, MOD guidelines appreciated. Soft Skills Transverse mindset Autonomy and ownership Strong collaboration across multidisciplinary international teams Pragmatic problem-solving Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Bolton Join our Data Fabric Services team in our Information Systems department as a Senior Data Engineer working across all directorates: Engineering, Simulation, Test, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, MRO, and Corporate Functions. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity In this role you will design enterprise-wide data and BI solutions brought together from varied sources - business data, simulators, missile test systems, shop-floor machines - and then turning them into a governed, value-generating asset. Key Responsibilities Capture needs and deliver end-to-end data solutions across technical and business domains. Build scalable ETL/ELT and streaming pipelines from simulators, HIL/SIL benches, MES/SCADA, ERP, and PLM. Architect data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses, and time-series stores. Develop Power BI analytics for self-service, KPI monitoring, and executive reporting. Define data models, governance, quality, lineage, and security aligned with defence requirements (ITAR/EAR, cybersecurity). Drive DataOps: CI/CD, monitoring, CaaS - Container as a Service - integration model on hybrid/on-prem environments. Hard Skills Experience in data engineering, ideally aerospace/defence or industrial sectors. ETL/ELT tools (Airflow, Azure, Microsoft SSIS), streaming (Spark, Kafka). Strong Python and SQL; C++, C#, or MATLAB a plus. Databases: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake, Iceberg, TimescaleDB. Data Platform Capabilities: Low-Code No-Code Data Science solutions (Dataiku, Knime), Data Virtualisation (Dataiku, Ab Initio, Starburst), Data Visualisation (Power BI, DAX, Tableau) T/OT integration, Industry 4.0. DevOps/DataOps: Git, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD. Awareness of DO-178C, ISO 27001, MOD guidelines appreciated. Soft Skills Transverse mindset Autonomy and ownership Strong collaboration across multidisciplinary international teams Pragmatic problem-solving Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Solutions Architect - On Prem Design 2 Positions Available 7 month contracts 96.36 per hour (Inside IR35) 2-3 Days a week - Preston We are seeking a highly experienced architect to join a team to design and implement a complex on-premises solution within a defence environment. The ideal candidate would have experience delivering solutions involving virtualised environments spanning multiple countries, virtual desktop solutions, and enterprise collaboration applications from Microsoft and others. Typical duties include : Architect & Design: Work within a team on the technical design and architecture of on-premises hosted VMWare-based platforms tailored for defence applications. Consultancy & Advisory: provide input to the lead architect on approaches for design and implementation of core elements of the solution, owning specific areas to create designs for those areas within a team of architects Implementation & Migration: Experience of delivering technical solutions within secure data centres including technologies such as VMWare Cloud Foundation, Microsoft enterprise collaboration applications, and virtual desktop solutions (including support for engineering tools e.g. CAD, PLM) Security & Compliance: Experience of working with a team following a secure-by-design methodology. Performance Optimization: Troubleshoot and enhance system efficiency. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with contractors, government agencies, and IT teams to align solutions with mission-critical objectives. Knowledge : Enterprise Architecture Knowledge: Understanding of how systems fit into a wider enterprise environment, and how to design solutions to deliver within a larger enterprise. Ability to work directly with an enterprise architecture team to reflect solution architecture into wider enterprise architecture and vice versa. Along with over 5 years of relevant experience, we are looking for a candidate with the following set of technical and soft skills, as both are essential to perform in this role. Technical Skills : Extensive Expertise With On-Premises Solutions: Proven experience in data centre design (compute, storage, networking), WANs, VMWare, Microsoft enterprise collaboration applications (on-premises versions); design, build and management of virtual desktop infrastructure solutions, including to support engineering applications such as PLM, CAD tools. Defence Sector Experience: Strong understanding of security protocols, working at different security classifications, and supplier assurance. Leadership & Strategy: Able to set direction for wider areas of the platform, and work with a product owner to define a roadmap and approach. Ability to direct the work of other architects to produce high quality work products, and fit designs into a wider context. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Communication: Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills. Ability to clearly communicate approach and challenges to, as well as eliciting high quality feedback from, an international set of industry and government stakeholders. Soft Skills: Communication: Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation. Collaboration & Relationship Management: Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration with product, engineering, security, compliance, and business teams. Strong interpersonal skills and able to build trust and manage stakeholder expectations. Able to adapt to diverse working styles and team dynamics. Ability to work as part of a distributed international team. Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex data flow and infrastructure issues. Ability to juggle multiple priorities and adapt to dynamic workloads. Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality delivery.
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
Solutions Architect - On Prem Design 2 Positions Available 7 month contracts 96.36 per hour (Inside IR35) 2-3 Days a week - Preston We are seeking a highly experienced architect to join a team to design and implement a complex on-premises solution within a defence environment. The ideal candidate would have experience delivering solutions involving virtualised environments spanning multiple countries, virtual desktop solutions, and enterprise collaboration applications from Microsoft and others. Typical duties include : Architect & Design: Work within a team on the technical design and architecture of on-premises hosted VMWare-based platforms tailored for defence applications. Consultancy & Advisory: provide input to the lead architect on approaches for design and implementation of core elements of the solution, owning specific areas to create designs for those areas within a team of architects Implementation & Migration: Experience of delivering technical solutions within secure data centres including technologies such as VMWare Cloud Foundation, Microsoft enterprise collaboration applications, and virtual desktop solutions (including support for engineering tools e.g. CAD, PLM) Security & Compliance: Experience of working with a team following a secure-by-design methodology. Performance Optimization: Troubleshoot and enhance system efficiency. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with contractors, government agencies, and IT teams to align solutions with mission-critical objectives. Knowledge : Enterprise Architecture Knowledge: Understanding of how systems fit into a wider enterprise environment, and how to design solutions to deliver within a larger enterprise. Ability to work directly with an enterprise architecture team to reflect solution architecture into wider enterprise architecture and vice versa. Along with over 5 years of relevant experience, we are looking for a candidate with the following set of technical and soft skills, as both are essential to perform in this role. Technical Skills : Extensive Expertise With On-Premises Solutions: Proven experience in data centre design (compute, storage, networking), WANs, VMWare, Microsoft enterprise collaboration applications (on-premises versions); design, build and management of virtual desktop infrastructure solutions, including to support engineering applications such as PLM, CAD tools. Defence Sector Experience: Strong understanding of security protocols, working at different security classifications, and supplier assurance. Leadership & Strategy: Able to set direction for wider areas of the platform, and work with a product owner to define a roadmap and approach. Ability to direct the work of other architects to produce high quality work products, and fit designs into a wider context. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Communication: Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills. Ability to clearly communicate approach and challenges to, as well as eliciting high quality feedback from, an international set of industry and government stakeholders. Soft Skills: Communication: Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation. Collaboration & Relationship Management: Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration with product, engineering, security, compliance, and business teams. Strong interpersonal skills and able to build trust and manage stakeholder expectations. Able to adapt to diverse working styles and team dynamics. Ability to work as part of a distributed international team. Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex data flow and infrastructure issues. Ability to juggle multiple priorities and adapt to dynamic workloads. Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality delivery.
DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, 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
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, 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
