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Senior Data Engineer Job Type: Full-time Salary Range: 45k - 60k Location: Hybrid working model with office days in Guildford or Lewes Join a leading public sector organisation as a Senior Data Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact by leading the modernisation of data systems and ensuring community safety through high-quality data. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Lead the modernisation of our client's data warehouse and implement Lakehouse architectures. Design, build, and optimise a secure, scalable cloud data platform within the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem. Architect and optimise high-performance, scalable data pipelines using SQL, Python, and Fabric Data Factory. Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, analysts, and data scientists to deliver impactful data products. Serve as a technical leader-mentoring junior data engineers, driving best practices, and enhancing platform performance. Conduct monitoring, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimisation of legacy data issues. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong experience in delivering cloud data solutions, preferably in Microsoft Fabric or Azure. Experience with other platforms like AWS, Snowflake, or Databricks is also beneficial. Hands-on expertise with Data Factory (Fabric or Azure), notebooks (Python, PySpark), advanced SQL, and robust data modelling and performance optimisation skills. Proven track record in building scalable data pipelines and implementing modern architectures such as Medallion. Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, Azure DevOps, and API-based integrations. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. Leadership capabilities with a proactive, solution-focused mindset. Nice to have: Experience with legacy technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server, SSIS, SAP Data Services, T-SQL, or PL/SQL. Benefits: Flexible working policies including job shares and part-time options. Agile working environment allowing management of your own diary and potential home working. Career progression opportunities. Contributory pension scheme. Generous annual leave allowance. Discounts for everyday spend, on-site gyms, and a range of sports clubs. Generous and supportive parental leave. Financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support. Discounted contributory healthcare scheme. If you are passionate about using data to drive safety and efficiency, and enjoy solving complex challenges in a dynamic environment, apply to join us as a Senior Data Engineer. Your work will have a real-world impact, helping to keep communities safe and secure. NB - there is a security check for this role requiring applicants to have been resident in the UK for at least the last five years To apply for this Senior Data Engineer position, please submit your CV today

AWS Data Solution Architect Location: UK Wide (Hybrid Working - our clients has base offices UK-Wide) Salary: Up to 110,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC Clearance Shape the Future of Data, Analytics & AI We're partnering with a leading global technology consultancy to recruit an experienced AWS Data Solution Architect . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering modern, enterprise-scale data platforms that enable advanced analytics, AI, GenAI, and data-driven decision making across some of the UK's most complex and high-profile environments. You'll work alongside highly skilled architects, engineers, and data specialists, helping organisations transform their data capabilities using cutting-edge AWS technologies and modern cloud architectures. The Opportunity As an AWS Data Solution Architect, you will take ownership of end-to-end solution design, translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and governed cloud data platforms. You'll lead architecture decisions, shape delivery roadmaps, and provide technical leadership across large-scale transformation programmes. Key Responsibilities Design and architect modern AWS data platforms supporting analytics, AI/ML and GenAI initiatives. Build scalable data integration and ingestion frameworks using AWS Glue, Step Functions, EventBridge and DMS. Design secure lakehouse and data warehouse solutions leveraging Amazon S3, AWS Lake Formation, Redshift and Athena. Enable AI and machine learning capabilities through governed, feature-ready datasets and integration with AWS AI services. Lead platform governance, metadata management, lineage and data quality initiatives. Define AWS multi-account operating models, landing zones, security guardrails and environment strategies. Drive platform performance, scalability, resilience and cost optimisation. Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code using AWS CDK, CloudFormation or Terraform. Lead cloud migration and modernisation programmes from legacy data estates to modern AWS architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, data scientists and delivery teams to ensure successful outcomes. Desirable Experience Public sector delivery experience. Experience supporting AI, Machine Learning and GenAI initiatives. AWS certifications such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate AWS Certified Security - Speciality Experience with: Terraform AWS CDK CloudFormation AWS CodePipeline AWS CodeBuild Git-based CI/CD workflows Security Clearance Requirements To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) Clearance . This typically requires continuous UK residency for the previous five years, alongside meeting other government security clearance criteria. Apply Now If you're passionate about designing next-generation AWS data platforms and want to work on impactful programmes that leverage analytics, AI and cloud innovation at scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Platform Modernisation Lead (Contract) Duration: Up until 31 March 2026 (Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Overview As the Platform Modernisation Lead, you will take ownership of designing and implementing our hybrid multi-cloud container platform, ensuring it is production-ready at scale. You will be a key player in the ITSD Architecture & Engineering organisation, responsible for integrating our platform with corporate governance processes, standards, and tooling. This role demands strong leadership and a strategic mindset as you define and embed our cloud operating model, aligning it with change and release management, observability, monitoring, alerting, and support processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of a hybrid multi-cloud container platform across Azure, AWS, and GCP. Ensure seamless integration between the platform and corporate governance processes, standards, and tooling. Define and embed a robust cloud operating model that aligns with organisational change and release management. Develop observability, monitoring, and alerting strategies to ensure operational excellence. Maintain end-to-end accountability for platform production readiness, ensuring it meets enterprise standards. Support and enable the migration of legacy applications to the cloud, contributing to broader cloud adoption initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness, resilience, and effective integration into live service support models. Skills & Experience: Proven experience in leading hybrid/multi-cloud platform initiatives. Strong expertise in container technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, OpenShift). Extensive knowledge of enterprise governance integration within a regulated environment, preferably in financial services. Demonstrated experience operating at a senior level, with a track record of successfully managing complex projects. Familiarity with production infrastructure support and production application support environments. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy whose work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We deliver impactful technology solutions across UK government departments, working at the forefront of user-centred design, agile delivery, and scalable digital services that genuinely make a difference. ? Why This Opportunity Stands Out Work on a high-impact UK public sector digital programme, delivering services used by millions Opportunity to be based in Swansea, with relocation support of up to £5,000 Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates Strong focus on work-life balance with a flexible hybrid model (3 days onsite) Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary agile environment alongside civil servants and industry experts Based in Swansea, South Wales - three days per week on-site This role requires three days per week at our client's Swansea offices and we want to be straightforward about that. Swansea is a coastal city offering a genuinely excellent quality of life: lower cost of living than London or Birmingham, shorter commutes, and the kind of work-life balance that is hard to find elsewhere. If you have spent years commuting into a major city, working three days a week by the sea without taking a pay cut may be more appealing than you expect. The work is meaningful too, public sector digital delivery that directly impacts people's lives across the UK. We also offer relocation support of £3,000 - £5,000 to help make the move straightforward. Role Overview We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to provide technical leadership across one or more multi-disciplinary teams delivering digital services for a UK government client. You will set the technical direction across a hybrid estate spanning modern cloud-native services and established Mainframe platforms, and you will be hands-on with code, architecture, and design decisions. This is a senior technical role combining engineering excellence with team leadership. You will operate within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical, and you will shape how teams build, test, and run software in production. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across one or more multi-disciplinary teams, setting standards for engineering quality, security and performance Lead architecture and design decisions across services built in Java Spring Boot, AWS Serverless (Lambda/Node.js) and Ruby on Rails with React Define integration patterns between modern services and Legacy Mainframe systems, supporting incremental modernisation Remain hands-on with code: contributing to critical paths, conducting code reviews, and pairing with engineers Own the technical roadmap and non-functional requirements (performance, scalability, observability, security) for assigned services Mentor and coach senior and mid-level engineers, raising the engineering bar through example and feedback Lead CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, and DevSecOps practices using the Serverless framework, AWS-native tooling, and modern pipelines Collaborate with architects, security, product, and delivery leads to translate user needs into robust, deliverable technical solutions Contribute to GDS service assessments and ensure services meet the Service Standard, Technology Code of Practice, and accessibility requirements Drive technical decision records (ADRs), runbooks, and operational readiness for services entering live support Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience leading the design and delivery of production services across a polyglot stack Deep experience with Java and Spring Boot for Back End service development Practical experience building serverless services on AWS using Lambda, Node.js, and the Serverless framework (or equivalents such as SAM/CDK) Experience with Ruby on Rails and modern React front-ends, or comparable full-stack experience and the ability to lead teams using these tools Strong grasp of integration patterns with Legacy systems (Mainframe, ESB, message-based, batch) and incremental modernisation strategies Solid understanding of secure-by-design principles, OWASP risks, and engineering for high-assurance environments Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK) and modern CI/CD practices Strong experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban) within multi-disciplinary teams Excellent communication skills, including the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience delivering services within a UK public-sector or government context Familiarity with GDS service standards, the Technology Code of Practice, and the GOV.UK Design System Desirable Experience leading Legacy modernisation, including strangler-pattern migrations away from Mainframe systems Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, EventBridge, SNS/SQS) Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and inclusive design Experience supporting services through GDS Alpha, Beta, and Live assessments Active contribution to engineering communities of practice, open-source projects, or technical writing What we offer Competitive salary with annual review Company pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Critical illness cover Relocation support of £3,000 - £5,000 Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates Access to learning and development resources A supportive, inclusive working environment Our interview process We keep things straightforward. Following an initial CV review, successful candidates will be invited to a short screening call with our recruitment team, followed by a two-stage process comprising a technical assessment and a values-based interview with the hiring team. We aim to move quickly and will keep you informed at every stage. Equal Opportunities Scrumconnect Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. How to Apply Please submit your CV to (see below) or apply directly through this listing. For an informal conversation about the role, contact Jaswanth

Platform Engineer - DevOps Specialist Rate: 558 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid - 2 days every other week on site, remainder remote) Contract: 6 months+ Clearance: Active SC Security Clearance required Overview We are seeking a Platform Engineer / DevOps Specialist to join a highly secure and complex engineering environment, supporting the modernisation and maturity uplift of critical platforms operating across both AWS and Azure. This role sits at the intersection of hands-on DevOps engineering and technical leadership (approx. 60/40 split) - where you will guide direction, lead on platform evolution, and still actively contribute to delivery. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in a DevSecOps environment Drive automation across infrastructure, deployment, and platform operations Work hands-on with Kubernetes, Docker, and containerised workloads Support and evolve platforms across AWS and Azure environments Implement secure development practices, including security scanning and compliance controls Contribute to platform modernisation and maturity uplift across two environments at different stages Operate within air-gapped and restricted access environments (including ITAR and special access considerations) Integrate and support AI/ML models within platform architecture (core requirement) Provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on with delivery Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in DevOps / Platform Engineering roles within enterprise or secure environments Proven expertise in: CI/CD pipeline development and automation Kubernetes and Docker Bash / Linux / Python scripting Infrastructure automation and containerisation Experience working within DevSecOps practices including security scanning and compliance tooling Experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms Strong understanding of DevOps culture and modern engineering practices Experience supporting platform modernisation or legacy-to-modern migrations Desirable Experience Apache Kafka AI/ML model integration within platform environments Exposure to ITAR / defence / highly regulated systems Experience operating in environments with multiple maturity levels across platforms Role Focus This is a hybrid engineering/leadership position (SFIA level 6) where you will: Lead technical direction and platform evolution Support and guide engineering teams Remain actively involved in hands-on engineering delivery

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

Avanti Recruitment is working with a growing, technology-led business based in Slough, that is undergoing a major systems transformation. As part of this programme, they are looking to hire a Senior .NET / C# Developer to play a key role in evolving a large-scale legacy platform and supporting its transition from an on-premise desktop WinForms environment to a modern, .NET Core, cloud-based architecture. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and has experience moving legacy or desktop-based applications towards modern web and cloud platforms. You will be joining at an important stage of the transformation, with around 40 projects in the pipeline, giving you the opportunity to influence technical direction and make a genuine impact on the future of the platform. The role will involve working closely with the CTO, Head of Engineering and the original software author to understand, enhance and evolve a complex application used across the wider engineering team. You will improve and progressively enhance an established C# .NET WinForms Desktop codebase. The business is open to hybrid working, but they would ideally like someone who can attend onsite regularly during the early stages of the project for collaboration, knowledge sharing, planning and technical workshops. You will be expected in the office 3 times a week to begin with, and the possibility of 1-2 days in office later down the line. You could be the ideal candidate, if you want to understand the business, enjoy collaborating with stakeholders, can challenge ideas constructively, enjoy solving difficult problems and like being part of a friendly team with regular socials. If you prefer just coding in isolation with very little interest in the wider business or collaboration then this won't be suitable for you. Current Tech Environment: C# .NET Framework WinForms MS SQL Server On-prem infrastructure React frontend integrations Legacy Desktop applications CI/CD and agile practices TDD Required Experience: C# .NET Framework & .NET Core WinForms / desktop application development MS SQL Server Refactoring and modernisation projects Agile environments CI/CD practices Testing experience (TDD is a bonus) Exposure to cloud (AWS preferred) Desirable: Experience migrating legacy systems React or JavaScript exposure Experience introducing testing, deployment improvements or modern engineering practices into existing systems would be highly advantageous. AI Exposure / Python would be beneficial (For future plans) This is an opportunity to shape a long-term transformation programme, with high-level of technical ownership and influence. This role will require greenfield thinking within an established business, and you will get direct access to leadership and architecture decisions. You will be part of a small, collaborative engineering team, with long-term progression opportunity as the technology function grows. Salary is up to 80,000 (potential flex) If you are interested in the role, then click Apply Now

Avanti Recruitment is working with a growing, technology-led business based in Slough, that is undergoing a major systems transformation. As part of this programme, they are looking to hire a Senior .NET / C# Developer to play a key role in evolving a large-scale legacy platform and supporting its transition from an on-premise desktop WinForms environment to a modern, .NET Core, cloud-based architecture. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and has experience moving legacy or desktop-based applications towards modern web and cloud platforms. You will be joining at an important stage of the transformation, with around 40 projects in the pipeline, giving you the opportunity to influence technical direction and make a genuine impact on the future of the platform. The role will involve working closely with the CTO, Head of Engineering and the original software author to understand, enhance and evolve a complex application used across the wider engineering team. You will improve and progressively enhance an established C# .NET WinForms Desktop codebase. The business is open to hybrid working, but they would ideally like someone who can attend onsite regularly during the early stages of the project for collaboration, knowledge sharing, planning and technical workshops. You will be expected in the office 3 times a week to begin with, and the possibility of 1-2 days in office later down the line. You could be the ideal candidate, if you want to understand the business, enjoy collaborating with stakeholders, can challenge ideas constructively, enjoy solving difficult problems and like being part of a friendly team with regular socials. If you prefer just coding in isolation with very little interest in the wider business or collaboration then this won't be suitable for you. Current Tech Environment: C# .NET Framework WinForms MS SQL Server On-prem infrastructure React frontend integrations Legacy Desktop applications CI/CD and agile practices TDD Required Experience: C# .NET Framework & .NET Core WinForms / desktop application development MS SQL Server Refactoring and modernisation projects Agile environments CI/CD practices Testing experience (TDD is a bonus) Exposure to cloud (AWS preferred) Desirable: Experience migrating legacy systems React or JavaScript exposure Experience introducing testing, deployment improvements or modern engineering practices into existing systems would be highly advantageous. AI Exposure / Python would be beneficial (For future plans) This is an opportunity to shape a long-term transformation programme, with high-level of technical ownership and influence. This role will require greenfield thinking within an established business, and you will get direct access to leadership and architecture decisions. You will be part of a small, collaborative engineering team, with long-term progression opportunity as the technology function grows. Salary is up to 80,000 (potential flex) If you are interested in the role, then click Apply Now

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Solutions Architect to work for our client within the retail sector. This is initially a 6 month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in either London or Coventry . Responsibilities: Design robust integration solutions across commercial, HR, and data platforms within a complex, multi-brand retail environment Lead architectural planning for the decommissioning of legacy systems, ensuring smooth transitions to modern, scalable services Define and document integration standards, including API strategies, event schemas, and interface contracts to enable decoupled, reusable services Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka to support real-time data exchange and responsive system interactions Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, engineering teams, and platform leads to define scalable service boundaries and integration touchpoints Support the design and adoption of strategic data services, promoting data integrity, consistency, and standardisation across the enterprise Ensure integration consistency in areas such as data handling, authentication, error management, and versioning Lead design reviews for integration solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles and governance frameworks Act as a trusted advisor, championing best practices in integration architecture and guiding teams on modern interoperability approaches Requirements: 5+ years of experience in Solutions Architecture, preferably within retail or consumer-facing industries Proven expertise in enterprise system integration, including legacy system transformation and platform modernisation Hands-on experience with integration technologies, including Kafka (or similar event streaming platforms), Java-based backend systems, and service orchestration Strong proficiency in API design (REST/GraphQL), microservices architecture, and middleware solution Deep understanding of data flow, interface management, and end-to-end process mapping across complex ecosystems Skilled in producing architectural documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, sequence diagrams, and integration blueprints Comfortable operating in hybrid environments, spanning both cloud and on-premise infrastructure Effective communicator and collaborator, with experience engaging stakeholders and working across cross-functional delivery teams; familiarity with tools like Confluence, JIRA, and frameworks such as TOGAF or ArchiMate is a plus Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field Annual leave, work-place pension About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2,500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Tech Lead Salary: 49,000 - 65,500 Location: Cambridge, Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week) The Tech Lead at Cambridge University Press and Assessment plays a pivotal role in driving technical excellence and strategic execution within a multi-stakeholder environment. By providing technical leadership across the full technology stack, the Tech Lead, in collaboration with the architecture team ensures systems are designed for maintainability, extensibility, and long-term success. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the Tech Lead Role We are seeking a Technical Lead to provide strategic technical leadership across our modernisation programme. In this role, you will design and deliver high-quality, scalable, and resilient applications that align with business goals while ensuring systems are built for long-term maintainability and adaptability. You will balance rapid delivery with architectural vision, driving innovation, automation, and performance improvements across the technology stack. As a key leader, you will shape our cloud-native architecture, guide best practices, and mentor engineering teams to raise standards of quality, security, and resilience. You'll work closely with Product Owners, Delivery Managers, and cross-functional teams to align technical decisions with business outcomes, while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. This is a pivotal opportunity to architect solutions that support the organisation's growth and transformation. From migrating core systems to the cloud and optimising CI/CD pipelines, to embedding security and scalability into every design decision, you'll play a critical role in evolving our platforms. You'll also help modernise legacy systems, explore emerging technologies, and ensure our platforms can meet the demands of the future. If you are passionate about building resilient, future-ready systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. About You You are a seasoned technical leader with the ability to balance strategic vision and hands-on expertise. You thrive in complex environments, ensuring architectural consistency, high-quality engineering, and alignment across global delivery teams. With a deep understanding of cloud-native systems, microservices, and modern delivery practices, you drive scalable solutions that meet business objectives while enabling teams to excel. You're also a strong mentor and collaborator, passionate about building high-performing teams and fostering innovation. Proven ability to define and enforce technical best practices across multi-team environments. Expertise in designing resilient, high-performance solutions and partnering with architects and Technical Leads to ensure scalability and maintainability. Strong knowledge of microservices, cloud deployments, and integration patterns to guide technology choices that support long-term objectives. Proficiency in AWS, Azure, and GCP with expertise in leveraging cloud-native services for compute, storage, and databases. Skilled at working with Delivery Leads, Product Owners, and Managers to ensure technical initiatives align with delivery milestones and business needs. Ability to refine technical requirements for clarity, efficiency, and execution. Experience supporting both onshore and offshore development teams, driving collaboration, knowledge sharing, and seamless integration. Leadership in code reviews, continuous improvement, and best practice adoption to maintain high engineering standards. Strong expertise in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and deployment strategies to optimise delivery efficiency and reliability. Knowledge of security frameworks and governance standards, ensuring robust and compliant solutions. Skilled in identifying and resolving bottlenecks, dependencies, and blockers impacting delivery timelines. Proficient in troubleshooting, debugging, and optimising performance for resilient, stable systems. Experience collaborating with Delivery Managers to proactively manage risks around scalability, security, and technical debt. Experienced in mentoring and leading teams, cultivating a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Strong stakeholder management skills, effectively bridging technical teams, delivery stakeholders, and partner organisations. Proven track record in recruitment, training, and upskilling, building high-performing teams for long-term success. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. If you choose to apply, please include a short cover letter with your application, making sure you specify you are applying for this vacancy. We look forward to hearing from you. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 3rd October. Interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 6th October. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Tech Lead