Senior AI Engineer Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13116 Senior AI Engineering professionals are required to support the design, build and delivery of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI engineering and enterprise solution delivery within complex environments. You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy, leading teams and delivering enterprise AI solutions, helping organisations solve complex operational, technical and regulatory challenges through AI adoption at scale. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with data scientists, architects, MLOps/LLMOps engineers, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI products, agentic AI solutions and data driven applications. Key responsibilities: Building and deploying AI prototypes, products and production ready solutions Designing and implementing end to end AI solutions that integrate with enterprise systems Working with LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, embeddings and fine tuning Developing AI agents and agentic workflows using modern frameworks Working with vector databases, APIs and modern data platforms Supporting AI deployment, serving patterns, evaluation frameworks and integration design Using Python and SQL to build robust, scalable AI and data solutions Working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP or Databricks Supporting MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD and software engineering best practice Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders across complex programmes Helping identify technical, delivery, security, data privacy and regulatory risks Contributing to technical documentation, solution design and delivery planning Supporting AI implementation and scaling initiatives across complex environments Leading and developing teams, supporting capability growth through mentoring, coaching and creating a collaborative, high performing environment Experience Required: Strong Python and SQL experience Applied AI engineering, ML engineering or software engineering background Experience with LLMs, RAG, embeddings, prompt engineering or fine tuning Exposure to LangChain, LangGraph, Agent Development Kit or similar agent frameworks Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Chroma or similar API development experience, ideally with FastAPI or similar frameworks Knowledge of MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD or production deployment practices Experience designing or supporting evaluation frameworks for AI or agentic systems Experience working with modern data architectures and cloud platforms Understanding of AI risk, governance, security and regulatory considerations Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI engineering professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)
Jun 28, 2026
Seasonal
Senior AI Engineer Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13116 Senior AI Engineering professionals are required to support the design, build and delivery of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI engineering and enterprise solution delivery within complex environments. You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy, leading teams and delivering enterprise AI solutions, helping organisations solve complex operational, technical and regulatory challenges through AI adoption at scale. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with data scientists, architects, MLOps/LLMOps engineers, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI products, agentic AI solutions and data driven applications. Key responsibilities: Building and deploying AI prototypes, products and production ready solutions Designing and implementing end to end AI solutions that integrate with enterprise systems Working with LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, embeddings and fine tuning Developing AI agents and agentic workflows using modern frameworks Working with vector databases, APIs and modern data platforms Supporting AI deployment, serving patterns, evaluation frameworks and integration design Using Python and SQL to build robust, scalable AI and data solutions Working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP or Databricks Supporting MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD and software engineering best practice Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders across complex programmes Helping identify technical, delivery, security, data privacy and regulatory risks Contributing to technical documentation, solution design and delivery planning Supporting AI implementation and scaling initiatives across complex environments Leading and developing teams, supporting capability growth through mentoring, coaching and creating a collaborative, high performing environment Experience Required: Strong Python and SQL experience Applied AI engineering, ML engineering or software engineering background Experience with LLMs, RAG, embeddings, prompt engineering or fine tuning Exposure to LangChain, LangGraph, Agent Development Kit or similar agent frameworks Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Chroma or similar API development experience, ideally with FastAPI or similar frameworks Knowledge of MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD or production deployment practices Experience designing or supporting evaluation frameworks for AI or agentic systems Experience working with modern data architectures and cloud platforms Understanding of AI risk, governance, security and regulatory considerations Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI engineering professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)
Senior AI Engineer Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: London Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13114 Senior AI Engineering professionals are required to support the design, build and delivery of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI engineering and enterprise solution delivery within complex environments. You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy, leading teams and delivering enterprise AI solutions, helping organisations solve complex operational, technical and regulatory challenges through AI adoption at scale. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with data scientists, architects, MLOps/LLMOps engineers, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI products, agentic AI solutions and data driven applications. Key responsibilities: Building and deploying AI prototypes, products and production ready solutions Designing and implementing end to end AI solutions that integrate with enterprise systems Working with LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, embeddings and fine tuning Developing AI agents and agentic workflows using modern frameworks Working with vector databases, APIs and modern data platforms Supporting AI deployment, serving patterns, evaluation frameworks and integration design Using Python and SQL to build robust, scalable AI and data solutions Working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP or Databricks Supporting MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD and software engineering best practice Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders across complex programmes Helping identify technical, delivery, security, data privacy and regulatory risks Contributing to technical documentation, solution design and delivery planning Supporting AI implementation and scaling initiatives across complex environments Leading and developing teams, supporting capability growth through mentoring, coaching and creating a collaborative, high performing environment Experience Required: Strong Python and SQL experience Applied AI engineering, ML engineering or software engineering background Experience with LLMs, RAG, embeddings, prompt engineering or fine tuning Exposure to LangChain, LangGraph, Agent Development Kit or similar agent frameworks Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Chroma or similar API development experience, ideally with FastAPI or similar frameworks Knowledge of MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD or production deployment practices Experience designing or supporting evaluation frameworks for AI or agentic systems Experience working with modern data architectures and cloud platforms Understanding of AI risk, governance, security and regulatory considerations Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI engineering professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)
Jun 28, 2026
Full time
Senior AI Engineer Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: London Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13114 Senior AI Engineering professionals are required to support the design, build and delivery of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI engineering and enterprise solution delivery within complex environments. You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy, leading teams and delivering enterprise AI solutions, helping organisations solve complex operational, technical and regulatory challenges through AI adoption at scale. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with data scientists, architects, MLOps/LLMOps engineers, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI products, agentic AI solutions and data driven applications. Key responsibilities: Building and deploying AI prototypes, products and production ready solutions Designing and implementing end to end AI solutions that integrate with enterprise systems Working with LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, embeddings and fine tuning Developing AI agents and agentic workflows using modern frameworks Working with vector databases, APIs and modern data platforms Supporting AI deployment, serving patterns, evaluation frameworks and integration design Using Python and SQL to build robust, scalable AI and data solutions Working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP or Databricks Supporting MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD and software engineering best practice Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders across complex programmes Helping identify technical, delivery, security, data privacy and regulatory risks Contributing to technical documentation, solution design and delivery planning Supporting AI implementation and scaling initiatives across complex environments Leading and developing teams, supporting capability growth through mentoring, coaching and creating a collaborative, high performing environment Experience Required: Strong Python and SQL experience Applied AI engineering, ML engineering or software engineering background Experience with LLMs, RAG, embeddings, prompt engineering or fine tuning Exposure to LangChain, LangGraph, Agent Development Kit or similar agent frameworks Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Chroma or similar API development experience, ideally with FastAPI or similar frameworks Knowledge of MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD or production deployment practices Experience designing or supporting evaluation frameworks for AI or agentic systems Experience working with modern data architectures and cloud platforms Understanding of AI risk, governance, security and regulatory considerations Financial services experience within capital markets or broader banking environments This is a strong opportunity for an AI engineering professional who wants to work on high impact AI and data transformation programmes within complex financial services environments. Alternatively, you can refer a friend or colleague by taking part in our fantastic referral schemes! If you have a friend or colleague who would be interested in this role, please refer them to us. For each relevant candidate that you introduce to us (there is no limit) and we place, you will be entitled to our general gift/voucher scheme. Datatech is one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies in the field of analytics and host of the critically acclaimed event, Women in Data UK. For more information visit our website: (url removed)
YT Tech is partnering with defence organisation looking for a system engineer on a permanent basis. On behalf of this company, we are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic, and highly experienced Systems Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team. This is a hands-on design and technical leadership role where you will take complete ownership of system designs, guiding products from initial concept through to manufacture and through-life support. Key Responsibilities As a Systems Engineer, your blend of hands-on technical skill and engineering management will see you: System Design & Integration: Participate in the full development, integration, verification, and validation of advanced engineering projects. Requirements & Specifications: Produce comprehensive requirement specifications in line with customer and product goals. Testing & Diagnostics: Formulate and execute test strategies, plans, and procedures; evaluate prototypes and handle fault-finding and resolution. Cross-Functional Leadership: Provide technical oversight and collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary internal team (Software, RF, PCB Layout, Mechanical) and external partners. Mentorship: Act as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers as the team continues to grow. Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with suppliers, manage in-house/external production, and engage with clients to elicit requirements and provide technical support. Essential Skills & Experience: Lifecycle Methodologies: Strong experience across the full engineering lifecycle, utilizing formal frameworks such as the V-model and Agile development. Technical Debugging: Proven ability to test and debug complex systems across hardware, software, and FPGA firmware domains. Documentation: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of authoring requirements, design specs, and test plans. Engineering Tools: Experience managing Configuration Items and BoMs using Aras Innovator (or equivalent PLM) , alongside tools like IBM DOORS, Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket. Desirable (but not essential) Skills: A background in electronics or RF design, radio systems, and the use of RF test equipment. Previous domain experience in EW/ECM, C-UAS, or similar defence-sector radio products. Automated Test Equipment (ATE) software development experience (e.g., Python) and working knowledge of Linux. Experience defining and executing formal qualification testing (EMC, environmental, safety) in line with standards like Def Stan, MIL-STD, or ISO.
Jun 28, 2026
Full time
YT Tech is partnering with defence organisation looking for a system engineer on a permanent basis. On behalf of this company, we are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic, and highly experienced Systems Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team. This is a hands-on design and technical leadership role where you will take complete ownership of system designs, guiding products from initial concept through to manufacture and through-life support. Key Responsibilities As a Systems Engineer, your blend of hands-on technical skill and engineering management will see you: System Design & Integration: Participate in the full development, integration, verification, and validation of advanced engineering projects. Requirements & Specifications: Produce comprehensive requirement specifications in line with customer and product goals. Testing & Diagnostics: Formulate and execute test strategies, plans, and procedures; evaluate prototypes and handle fault-finding and resolution. Cross-Functional Leadership: Provide technical oversight and collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary internal team (Software, RF, PCB Layout, Mechanical) and external partners. Mentorship: Act as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers as the team continues to grow. Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with suppliers, manage in-house/external production, and engage with clients to elicit requirements and provide technical support. Essential Skills & Experience: Lifecycle Methodologies: Strong experience across the full engineering lifecycle, utilizing formal frameworks such as the V-model and Agile development. Technical Debugging: Proven ability to test and debug complex systems across hardware, software, and FPGA firmware domains. Documentation: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of authoring requirements, design specs, and test plans. Engineering Tools: Experience managing Configuration Items and BoMs using Aras Innovator (or equivalent PLM) , alongside tools like IBM DOORS, Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket. Desirable (but not essential) Skills: A background in electronics or RF design, radio systems, and the use of RF test equipment. Previous domain experience in EW/ECM, C-UAS, or similar defence-sector radio products. Automated Test Equipment (ATE) software development experience (e.g., Python) and working knowledge of Linux. Experience defining and executing formal qualification testing (EMC, environmental, safety) in line with standards like Def Stan, MIL-STD, or ISO.
Position Title: Senior Design Release Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Southfield, MI. USA Role Overview: As a Senior Design Release Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of Emergency Call (eCall) and telematics-based safety systems, with a strong emphasis on system architecture, connectivity, integration, and regulatory compliance. You will be the Feature Owner for Emergency Call Systems (eCall/NG-eCall), Minimum Set of Data (MSD), and Crash-triggered communication workflows, responsible for defining, developing, and validating these features within a complex vehicle ecosystem. This role also includes support and sustaining responsibility for legacy Restraint Control Module (RCM) systems, ensuring continued robustness, regulatory compliance, and integration with next-generation eCall solutions. This position requires cross-functional collaboration across hardware, software, connectivity, and compliance domains. Key Responsibilities: System Design & Feature Ownership (eCall-Centric) Own Emergency Call (eCall) systems, including: Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) Manual eCall trigger (SOS) Minimum Set of Data (MSD) generation and transmission Define and document feature scope, performance requirements, and regulatory constraints (e.g., EN 15722, ECE R144, NG-eCall standards). Architect and allocate system functionality across telematics ECUs, RCM, GNSS, and communication modules. Lead development of system-level interfaces, including: CAN/Ethernet communication between RCM and telematics units Cellular modem interfaces and PSAP communication protocols Define end-to-end crash-to-call workflows, including trigger conditions, data packaging, and call establishment timing. Ensure traceability from requirements through validation using MBSE and requirements management tools. Legacy RCM Support & Integration Provide sustaining engineering support for Restraint Control Module (RCM) systems and associated crash detection logic. Support bug triage, field issue resolution, and continuous improvement for legacy safety systems. Ensure compatibility between existing crash event signals and new eCall/telematics architectures. Collaborate with passive safety teams during crash testing and correlation activities. Safety, Compliance & Validation Define and execute validation plans for eCall systems, including: End-to-end call success rate MSD accuracy and encoding validation Network performance under varying conditions Ensure compliance with: Regulatory standards (ECE R144, EN 15722, EN 16072, NG-eCall) Regional homologation requirements (EU, UK, other markets) Functional safety standards (ISO 26262) where applicable Support PSAP simulator testing, certification activities, and homologation submissions. Define fault detection, fallback modes, and diagnostics strategies (e.g., no network, GNSS failure, partial MSD). Ensure readiness for OTA updates, cybersecurity requirements, and remote diagnostics. Cross-Functional Collaboration Manage Tier 1 suppliers delivering telematics ECUs, connectivity modules, and RCM components. Act as the primary technical interface for eCall-related supplier deliverables and issue resolution. Coordinate with: Connectivity and telematics teams (modem, network provisioning) Cybersecurity teams (secure communication, authentication) Diagnostics teams (DTCs, serviceability) UX/HMI teams (SOS button behaviour, user alerts, call status feedback) Work with homologation and regulatory teams to ensure market readiness. Partner with Passive Safety and Crash teams to validate trigger conditions and system performance in real crash events. Program Execution Drive feature development milestones aligned with vehicle program timing. Support sourcing decisions by evaluating supplier capabilities in telematics and safety systems. Track and report: Feature maturity Integration risks Validation progress Lead issue resolution for field and test failures, including root cause and corrective actions. Champion robust system engineering practices and continuous improvement across lifecycle delivery. Qualifications: Required Proven track record in vehicle electrical systems and system integration, preferably in safety or telematics domains. Experience with eCall, telematics systems, or crash notification architectures. Strong understanding of vehicle network architectures (CAN, LIN, Ethernet). Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements for emergency call systems. Experience with on-board diagnostics, fault management, and system validation. Solid engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving approach. Ability to communicate complex system behaviour across engineering and non-technical stakeholders. Strong supplier management and cross-functional leadership skills. High attention to detail and commitment to delivering safety-critical systems. Advantageous Experience with: EN 15722 (MSD), EN 16072, ECE R144, NG-eCall architectures PSAP simulator testing and homologation processes Background in Restraint Control Modules or passive safety systems Knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and ASPICE Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements for connected vehicles Experience with requirements tools (Jama, DOORS, Polarion) Experience with embedded software and telematics hardware integration Exposure to global regulatory environments (EU, China, North America) Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Advanced degree preferred We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Position Title: Senior Design Release Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Southfield, MI. USA Role Overview: As a Senior Design Release Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of Emergency Call (eCall) and telematics-based safety systems, with a strong emphasis on system architecture, connectivity, integration, and regulatory compliance. You will be the Feature Owner for Emergency Call Systems (eCall/NG-eCall), Minimum Set of Data (MSD), and Crash-triggered communication workflows, responsible for defining, developing, and validating these features within a complex vehicle ecosystem. This role also includes support and sustaining responsibility for legacy Restraint Control Module (RCM) systems, ensuring continued robustness, regulatory compliance, and integration with next-generation eCall solutions. This position requires cross-functional collaboration across hardware, software, connectivity, and compliance domains. Key Responsibilities: System Design & Feature Ownership (eCall-Centric) Own Emergency Call (eCall) systems, including: Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) Manual eCall trigger (SOS) Minimum Set of Data (MSD) generation and transmission Define and document feature scope, performance requirements, and regulatory constraints (e.g., EN 15722, ECE R144, NG-eCall standards). Architect and allocate system functionality across telematics ECUs, RCM, GNSS, and communication modules. Lead development of system-level interfaces, including: CAN/Ethernet communication between RCM and telematics units Cellular modem interfaces and PSAP communication protocols Define end-to-end crash-to-call workflows, including trigger conditions, data packaging, and call establishment timing. Ensure traceability from requirements through validation using MBSE and requirements management tools. Legacy RCM Support & Integration Provide sustaining engineering support for Restraint Control Module (RCM) systems and associated crash detection logic. Support bug triage, field issue resolution, and continuous improvement for legacy safety systems. Ensure compatibility between existing crash event signals and new eCall/telematics architectures. Collaborate with passive safety teams during crash testing and correlation activities. Safety, Compliance & Validation Define and execute validation plans for eCall systems, including: End-to-end call success rate MSD accuracy and encoding validation Network performance under varying conditions Ensure compliance with: Regulatory standards (ECE R144, EN 15722, EN 16072, NG-eCall) Regional homologation requirements (EU, UK, other markets) Functional safety standards (ISO 26262) where applicable Support PSAP simulator testing, certification activities, and homologation submissions. Define fault detection, fallback modes, and diagnostics strategies (e.g., no network, GNSS failure, partial MSD). Ensure readiness for OTA updates, cybersecurity requirements, and remote diagnostics. Cross-Functional Collaboration Manage Tier 1 suppliers delivering telematics ECUs, connectivity modules, and RCM components. Act as the primary technical interface for eCall-related supplier deliverables and issue resolution. Coordinate with: Connectivity and telematics teams (modem, network provisioning) Cybersecurity teams (secure communication, authentication) Diagnostics teams (DTCs, serviceability) UX/HMI teams (SOS button behaviour, user alerts, call status feedback) Work with homologation and regulatory teams to ensure market readiness. Partner with Passive Safety and Crash teams to validate trigger conditions and system performance in real crash events. Program Execution Drive feature development milestones aligned with vehicle program timing. Support sourcing decisions by evaluating supplier capabilities in telematics and safety systems. Track and report: Feature maturity Integration risks Validation progress Lead issue resolution for field and test failures, including root cause and corrective actions. Champion robust system engineering practices and continuous improvement across lifecycle delivery. Qualifications: Required Proven track record in vehicle electrical systems and system integration, preferably in safety or telematics domains. Experience with eCall, telematics systems, or crash notification architectures. Strong understanding of vehicle network architectures (CAN, LIN, Ethernet). Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements for emergency call systems. Experience with on-board diagnostics, fault management, and system validation. Solid engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving approach. Ability to communicate complex system behaviour across engineering and non-technical stakeholders. Strong supplier management and cross-functional leadership skills. High attention to detail and commitment to delivering safety-critical systems. Advantageous Experience with: EN 15722 (MSD), EN 16072, ECE R144, NG-eCall architectures PSAP simulator testing and homologation processes Background in Restraint Control Modules or passive safety systems Knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and ASPICE Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements for connected vehicles Experience with requirements tools (Jama, DOORS, Polarion) Experience with embedded software and telematics hardware integration Exposure to global regulatory environments (EU, China, North America) Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Advanced degree preferred We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Job Title: Technical Delivery Lead - Data Engineering Lead (Hands-on Python / Databricks) Contract: 6 months - Potentially extension. Location: London Hybrid (5 days in 10 in the office) Rate: Highly competitive Status: Inside IR35 Working pattern: Full time We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Lead with strong expertise in Python, Databricks, and Apache Spark to lead the successful delivery of enterprise-scale data engineering initiatives This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical delivery, solution design, and data engineering expertise. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a greenfield data platform while remaining actively involved in development activities. Essential Skills Proven experience in Data Engineering or Software Engineering. Previous experience in a Technical Lead, Lead Data Engineer, or Technical Delivery Lead position. Strong hands-on expertise with Python. Extensive experience with Databricks, including Workflows, Notebooks, and Delta Lake. Strong experience with Apache Spark /PySpark. Proven track record building and optimising large-scale ETL/ELT pipelines. Strong understanding of modern data architecture and Lakehouse principles. Excellent SQL skills and experience working with distributed data systems. Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong Agile delivery experience. Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex projects. Expected split: 30-50% hands-on coding + technical problem-solving Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of data engineering solutions. Design and build scalable data pipelines using Databricks and Azure. Develop and optimise solutions using Python and PySpark. Drive engineering best practices, code reviews, and technical standards. Work closely with architecture, business, and technology stakeholders. Mentor and support engineers within the team. Contribute to data platform and Lakehouse architecture decisions. What We're Looking For Approximately 60% hands-on engineering and 40% technical leadership. Proven experience leading data engineering teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience delivering greenfield data platform initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme with significant scope for extension and future team growth. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Technical Delivery Lead - Data Engineering Lead (Hands-on Python / Databricks) Contract: 6 months - Potentially extension. Location: London Hybrid (5 days in 10 in the office) Rate: Highly competitive Status: Inside IR35 Working pattern: Full time We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Lead with strong expertise in Python, Databricks, and Apache Spark to lead the successful delivery of enterprise-scale data engineering initiatives This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical delivery, solution design, and data engineering expertise. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a greenfield data platform while remaining actively involved in development activities. Essential Skills Proven experience in Data Engineering or Software Engineering. Previous experience in a Technical Lead, Lead Data Engineer, or Technical Delivery Lead position. Strong hands-on expertise with Python. Extensive experience with Databricks, including Workflows, Notebooks, and Delta Lake. Strong experience with Apache Spark /PySpark. Proven track record building and optimising large-scale ETL/ELT pipelines. Strong understanding of modern data architecture and Lakehouse principles. Excellent SQL skills and experience working with distributed data systems. Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong Agile delivery experience. Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex projects. Expected split: 30-50% hands-on coding + technical problem-solving Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of data engineering solutions. Design and build scalable data pipelines using Databricks and Azure. Develop and optimise solutions using Python and PySpark. Drive engineering best practices, code reviews, and technical standards. Work closely with architecture, business, and technology stakeholders. Mentor and support engineers within the team. Contribute to data platform and Lakehouse architecture decisions. What We're Looking For Approximately 60% hands-on engineering and 40% technical leadership. Proven experience leading data engineering teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience delivering greenfield data platform initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme with significant scope for extension and future team growth. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Senior Quality Engineer Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire £45,000 - £55,000 Per Annum + Excellent Benefits! We at JKR are recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer for a forward-thinking electronics manufacturing company based in Tewkesbury! This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring customers consistently receive fully compliant, high-quality products through strong leadership, robust quality control, and proactive issue resolution. This is a full-time, site-based role. Senior Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities: Provide strong, visible leadership for the Quality Inspection Team and wider manufacturing operation, setting clear standards and expectations Take full accountability for inspection performance, product release, and quality control, stopping processes where quality is at risk Champion a right-first-time, zero-defect culture across all departments Act as the senior point of contact for customer quality matters, building trust and long-term confidence Lead all customer-facing communication relating to quality issues, non-conformances, concessions, and corrective actions Present investigation findings, root causes, and improvement plans to customers, auditors, and senior leadership Lead customer audits, visits, and performance reviews, ensuring strong preparation and delivery Take ownership of complex investigations using structured problem-solving tools (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) Drive containment, corrective, and preventive actions to protect customers and eliminate defects Analyse quality data (SPC, yield, scrap, defect trends) to identify risks and drive improvements Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce defects, rework, and quality escapes Coach and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and operational teams Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and audit expectations Senior Quality Engineer Core Requirements: Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Quality Engineer role within PCB manufacturing, electronics, or a high-reliability environment Strong experience leading customer quality issues, investigations, and corrective actions Demonstrable experience managing and developing quality or inspection teams High level of expertise in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to customers and senior stakeholders Senior Quality Engineer Skills & Experience: Experience with multilayer PCB, HDI, controlled impedance, and surface finishes IPC-A-600 qualification (desirable) Background in aerospace, defence, medical, or automotive industries Knowledge of SPC, PFMEA, and APQP Experience with internal and external audits Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify risks and implement preventive actions Proven ability to analyse and present quality and compliance data effectively Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills Senior Quality Engineer Working Hours & Benefits: 08:30-17:00 Monday-Thursday 08:30-16:00 Fridays Quarterly profit-sharing bonus 31 days' holiday including Bank Holidays Pension - 3% employer 5% employee Paid professional development Discounts and savings portal Wellbeing portal Cycle to Work Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance policy If you're a driven quality professional looking to step into a highly visible, impactful leadership role within a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate's requirement's to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Quality Engineer Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire £45,000 - £55,000 Per Annum + Excellent Benefits! We at JKR are recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer for a forward-thinking electronics manufacturing company based in Tewkesbury! This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring customers consistently receive fully compliant, high-quality products through strong leadership, robust quality control, and proactive issue resolution. This is a full-time, site-based role. Senior Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities: Provide strong, visible leadership for the Quality Inspection Team and wider manufacturing operation, setting clear standards and expectations Take full accountability for inspection performance, product release, and quality control, stopping processes where quality is at risk Champion a right-first-time, zero-defect culture across all departments Act as the senior point of contact for customer quality matters, building trust and long-term confidence Lead all customer-facing communication relating to quality issues, non-conformances, concessions, and corrective actions Present investigation findings, root causes, and improvement plans to customers, auditors, and senior leadership Lead customer audits, visits, and performance reviews, ensuring strong preparation and delivery Take ownership of complex investigations using structured problem-solving tools (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) Drive containment, corrective, and preventive actions to protect customers and eliminate defects Analyse quality data (SPC, yield, scrap, defect trends) to identify risks and drive improvements Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce defects, rework, and quality escapes Coach and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and operational teams Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and audit expectations Senior Quality Engineer Core Requirements: Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Quality Engineer role within PCB manufacturing, electronics, or a high-reliability environment Strong experience leading customer quality issues, investigations, and corrective actions Demonstrable experience managing and developing quality or inspection teams High level of expertise in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to customers and senior stakeholders Senior Quality Engineer Skills & Experience: Experience with multilayer PCB, HDI, controlled impedance, and surface finishes IPC-A-600 qualification (desirable) Background in aerospace, defence, medical, or automotive industries Knowledge of SPC, PFMEA, and APQP Experience with internal and external audits Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify risks and implement preventive actions Proven ability to analyse and present quality and compliance data effectively Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills Senior Quality Engineer Working Hours & Benefits: 08:30-17:00 Monday-Thursday 08:30-16:00 Fridays Quarterly profit-sharing bonus 31 days' holiday including Bank Holidays Pension - 3% employer 5% employee Paid professional development Discounts and savings portal Wellbeing portal Cycle to Work Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance policy If you're a driven quality professional looking to step into a highly visible, impactful leadership role within a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate's requirement's to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.
Director of Technology Consulting (Defence sector) Due to continued rapid growth, a industry leading technology consultancy are seeking a Director of Technology Consulting to play a key role in the next phase of their consulting practice expansion. Reporting to the CTO leading the team, this is a senior leadership position combining strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. You will act as the quality gate across the practice, ensuring consistently high standards across all client engagements and serving as the final sign-off point for key deliverables, including board reports, technical assessments and IT due diligence outputs. You will also provide structured oversight across engagements, monitoring timelines, budgets, risks and delivery against agreed outcomes. About the Role Alongside practice leadership, you will lead and deliver complex consulting assignments end-to-end, working directly with senior stakeholders to shape technology strategy and drive digital transformation. Their core service lines include software development, systems specification and selection, IT Due Diligence (ITDD), and project and programme leadership. While not a pure sales role, you will play an important part in strengthening client relationships, identifying follow-on opportunities and supporting the CTO in securing new work through credibility, insight and outstanding delivery. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the quality assurance lead and final sign-off for major client deliverables Maintaining delivery standards, governance and best practice across the consulting team Overseeing engagement performance, including budgets, timelines and risk management Leading and delivering client engagements across digital and technology transformation Coaching and developing consultants within the team Growing existing client relationships and shaping follow-on engagements Supporting proposal development and contributing to winning new work About You Significant experience in a technology consulting leadership is a real bonus Very strong and recent hands on experience in software development, dev ops or data engineering. Strong real-world experience delivering complex projects and programmes, with clear governance and stakeholder management A track record of producing high-quality executive reports and presenting to senior stakeholders Experience leading teams and acting as a quality assurance or sign-off point for deliverables Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, evidence-based recommendations Outstanding verbal communication skills, able to challenge constructively, facilitate workshops and influence at all levels Strong commercial judgement, with the ability to scope engagements effectively, manage expectations and deliver measurable value You will need a very strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 from a top tier University and ideally a Masters or similar. Great training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Based Bristol / Remote Basic salary (phone number removed) + bonus + benefits
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Director of Technology Consulting (Defence sector) Due to continued rapid growth, a industry leading technology consultancy are seeking a Director of Technology Consulting to play a key role in the next phase of their consulting practice expansion. Reporting to the CTO leading the team, this is a senior leadership position combining strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. You will act as the quality gate across the practice, ensuring consistently high standards across all client engagements and serving as the final sign-off point for key deliverables, including board reports, technical assessments and IT due diligence outputs. You will also provide structured oversight across engagements, monitoring timelines, budgets, risks and delivery against agreed outcomes. About the Role Alongside practice leadership, you will lead and deliver complex consulting assignments end-to-end, working directly with senior stakeholders to shape technology strategy and drive digital transformation. Their core service lines include software development, systems specification and selection, IT Due Diligence (ITDD), and project and programme leadership. While not a pure sales role, you will play an important part in strengthening client relationships, identifying follow-on opportunities and supporting the CTO in securing new work through credibility, insight and outstanding delivery. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the quality assurance lead and final sign-off for major client deliverables Maintaining delivery standards, governance and best practice across the consulting team Overseeing engagement performance, including budgets, timelines and risk management Leading and delivering client engagements across digital and technology transformation Coaching and developing consultants within the team Growing existing client relationships and shaping follow-on engagements Supporting proposal development and contributing to winning new work About You Significant experience in a technology consulting leadership is a real bonus Very strong and recent hands on experience in software development, dev ops or data engineering. Strong real-world experience delivering complex projects and programmes, with clear governance and stakeholder management A track record of producing high-quality executive reports and presenting to senior stakeholders Experience leading teams and acting as a quality assurance or sign-off point for deliverables Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, evidence-based recommendations Outstanding verbal communication skills, able to challenge constructively, facilitate workshops and influence at all levels Strong commercial judgement, with the ability to scope engagements effectively, manage expectations and deliver measurable value You will need a very strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 from a top tier University and ideally a Masters or similar. Great training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Based Bristol / Remote Basic salary (phone number removed) + bonus + benefits
Electrical Controls Engineer Location: Halewood Transmission Plant Contract: Permanent Shift: Day Shift The Role As an Electrical Controls Engineer, you will join the core engineering team at Ford Halewood Transmissions, supporting machinery controls, building infrastructure controls and energy supply facilities. You will manage projects ranging from low-budget improvements through to £1,000,000+, ensuring they are delivered safely, cost-effectively, on time and in line with engineering standards. Working closely with engineering, production, maintenance, management and external partners, you will support an advanced automotive manufacturing environment as Halewood continues its transformation into a world leader in electric vehicle powertrains. Key Responsibilities Please note, this list is not exhaustive and responsibilities may vary in line with plant and departmental requirements. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility and versatility. Act as a role model for Ford+ behaviours and requirements, while promoting safety, Zero Accident culture and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ethos. Take responsibility for the maintenance, development and optimisation of plant electrical, controls and automation infrastructure. Support the Factory of the Future strategy through innovative engineering solutions. Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with health and safety, project controls, quality standards and delivery requirements. Support and maintain plant control systems, industrial networks and automation infrastructure. Drive continuous improvement in line with business objectives. Communicate effectively across the organisation and with external stakeholders, including Trade Union representatives. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate should ideally hold an electrical bias Engineering degree . Candidates without this qualification but with relevant experience will also be considered. You should be able to demonstrate: Strong project management skills, from specification and vendor selection through to project delivery and implementation. Experience within a manufacturing, automotive or similar industrial environment. Ability to develop engineering specifications in line with corporate, external and legal standards. Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability, including Siemens STEP 7 and TIA Portal. Understanding of machine control systems, electrical hardware and industrial automation technologies. Knowledge of Manufacturing Production Networks, Controls Production Networks, network architecture and machine integration with internal and external systems. Experience supporting hardware discussions and agreements with OEMs during machine acceptance. Understanding of Industrial Control System cybersecurity requirements and compliance standards. Ability to review, verify and approve Control Change Requests in line with change management procedures. Experience managing machine backup systems, software deployment, device management and licensing for shop-floor PCs and field devices. Ability to create, review and approve electrical schematics and PLC software modifications using AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN. Knowledge of utility monitoring, Building Management Systems and reporting systems. Experience with High Voltage and Low Voltage electrical distribution systems. Machine sign-off experience, including pre-acceptance and final acceptance audits at suppliers and on-site installations. Understanding of machinery safety requirements, CE and UKCA marking, British Standards, European Standards and relevant industrial regulations.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Electrical Controls Engineer Location: Halewood Transmission Plant Contract: Permanent Shift: Day Shift The Role As an Electrical Controls Engineer, you will join the core engineering team at Ford Halewood Transmissions, supporting machinery controls, building infrastructure controls and energy supply facilities. You will manage projects ranging from low-budget improvements through to £1,000,000+, ensuring they are delivered safely, cost-effectively, on time and in line with engineering standards. Working closely with engineering, production, maintenance, management and external partners, you will support an advanced automotive manufacturing environment as Halewood continues its transformation into a world leader in electric vehicle powertrains. Key Responsibilities Please note, this list is not exhaustive and responsibilities may vary in line with plant and departmental requirements. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility and versatility. Act as a role model for Ford+ behaviours and requirements, while promoting safety, Zero Accident culture and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ethos. Take responsibility for the maintenance, development and optimisation of plant electrical, controls and automation infrastructure. Support the Factory of the Future strategy through innovative engineering solutions. Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with health and safety, project controls, quality standards and delivery requirements. Support and maintain plant control systems, industrial networks and automation infrastructure. Drive continuous improvement in line with business objectives. Communicate effectively across the organisation and with external stakeholders, including Trade Union representatives. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate should ideally hold an electrical bias Engineering degree . Candidates without this qualification but with relevant experience will also be considered. You should be able to demonstrate: Strong project management skills, from specification and vendor selection through to project delivery and implementation. Experience within a manufacturing, automotive or similar industrial environment. Ability to develop engineering specifications in line with corporate, external and legal standards. Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability, including Siemens STEP 7 and TIA Portal. Understanding of machine control systems, electrical hardware and industrial automation technologies. Knowledge of Manufacturing Production Networks, Controls Production Networks, network architecture and machine integration with internal and external systems. Experience supporting hardware discussions and agreements with OEMs during machine acceptance. Understanding of Industrial Control System cybersecurity requirements and compliance standards. Ability to review, verify and approve Control Change Requests in line with change management procedures. Experience managing machine backup systems, software deployment, device management and licensing for shop-floor PCs and field devices. Ability to create, review and approve electrical schematics and PLC software modifications using AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN. Knowledge of utility monitoring, Building Management Systems and reporting systems. Experience with High Voltage and Low Voltage electrical distribution systems. Machine sign-off experience, including pre-acceptance and final acceptance audits at suppliers and on-site installations. Understanding of machinery safety requirements, CE and UKCA marking, British Standards, European Standards and relevant industrial regulations.
This is an opportunity to take a pivotal technical leadership role within a highly respected engineering organisation working at the forefront of secure and advanced systems. If you're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and developing high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on critical, real-world programmes. You'll be joining an environment where technical excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your expertise will directly shape how systems are designed and delivered. Why This Role Stands Out High-impact work on complex, mission-critical systems Real technical ownership across multiple programmes Influence and autonomy to shape architecture, standards, and tools Strong team culture focused on collaboration and knowledge sharing Flexible working hours (including early Friday finishes) despite being fully onsite A business that genuinely invests in engineering capability and continuous improvement The Role As a Lead / Chief Software Architect, you'll sit at the heart of engineering delivery, providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and mentoring across a portfolio of projects. You'll: Define and guide software architecture and design decisions Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects Lead, mentor, and support a team of talented software engineers Partner closely with systems, hardware, and firmware teams Champion best practice engineering standards, tools, and processes Drive modular design, reuse, and long-term maintainability Support early-stage project planning, estimation, and proposals Play a key role in building a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement What You'll Bring Technical Strength Strong experience with C/C++ or Rust, ideally in embedded or systems environments Experience working across Linux and/or Windows platforms Good understanding of modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing) Ideally, exposure to real-time or embedded systems (RTOS) Architecture & Design Proven ability to define and deliver robust, scalable architectures Experience with UML / SysML modelling and structured design approaches Passion for clean design, modularity, and code reuse Leadership & Impact Experience leading or mentoring engineers in a technical capacity Comfortable influencing across teams and projects A track record of delivering complex solutions to high standards Nice to Have Experience within secure, regulated, or high-integrity environments Knowledge of secure software or cryptographic systems Familiarity with standards such as MISRA or similar Requirements Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Must be eligible for UK high-level security clearance (British citizenship required) What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary Annual bonus scheme Private medical cover Strong pension contribution 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more) Life assurance Flexible benefits package Flexible working hours with a strong focus on work-life balance The Environment This is a fully onsite role in Berkshire, due to the secure nature of the work conducted. However, the organisation recognises the importance of flexibility, offering adjustable start/finish times and a supportive approach to balancing work and life commitments. Apply Now If you're ready to step into a role where your technical leadership will be valued, your ideas will shape outcomes, and your work will genuinely matter, apply today
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
This is an opportunity to take a pivotal technical leadership role within a highly respected engineering organisation working at the forefront of secure and advanced systems. If you're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and developing high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on critical, real-world programmes. You'll be joining an environment where technical excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your expertise will directly shape how systems are designed and delivered. Why This Role Stands Out High-impact work on complex, mission-critical systems Real technical ownership across multiple programmes Influence and autonomy to shape architecture, standards, and tools Strong team culture focused on collaboration and knowledge sharing Flexible working hours (including early Friday finishes) despite being fully onsite A business that genuinely invests in engineering capability and continuous improvement The Role As a Lead / Chief Software Architect, you'll sit at the heart of engineering delivery, providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and mentoring across a portfolio of projects. You'll: Define and guide software architecture and design decisions Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects Lead, mentor, and support a team of talented software engineers Partner closely with systems, hardware, and firmware teams Champion best practice engineering standards, tools, and processes Drive modular design, reuse, and long-term maintainability Support early-stage project planning, estimation, and proposals Play a key role in building a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement What You'll Bring Technical Strength Strong experience with C/C++ or Rust, ideally in embedded or systems environments Experience working across Linux and/or Windows platforms Good understanding of modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing) Ideally, exposure to real-time or embedded systems (RTOS) Architecture & Design Proven ability to define and deliver robust, scalable architectures Experience with UML / SysML modelling and structured design approaches Passion for clean design, modularity, and code reuse Leadership & Impact Experience leading or mentoring engineers in a technical capacity Comfortable influencing across teams and projects A track record of delivering complex solutions to high standards Nice to Have Experience within secure, regulated, or high-integrity environments Knowledge of secure software or cryptographic systems Familiarity with standards such as MISRA or similar Requirements Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Must be eligible for UK high-level security clearance (British citizenship required) What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary Annual bonus scheme Private medical cover Strong pension contribution 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more) Life assurance Flexible benefits package Flexible working hours with a strong focus on work-life balance The Environment This is a fully onsite role in Berkshire, due to the secure nature of the work conducted. However, the organisation recognises the importance of flexibility, offering adjustable start/finish times and a supportive approach to balancing work and life commitments. Apply Now If you're ready to step into a role where your technical leadership will be valued, your ideas will shape outcomes, and your work will genuinely matter, apply today
Lead DevOps Engineer (Hybrid - London) Location: London (Hybrid: 3 days per week on-site) Security Clearance Required: Active, live SC Clearance or DV Clearance (Mandatory) Position Type: Permanent CRITICAL REQUIREMENT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: Due to the secure nature of the client's platform and infrastructure projects, this position strictly requires candidates to hold a currently active and live UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) . Candidates who do not currently possess this clearance, or whose clearance has lapsed, cannot be considered for this role. Please do not apply if you do not hold active SC or DV status. The Opportunity I am exclusively partnering with a pioneering, high-growth technology vendor specializing in secure, enterprise-level cloud platforms and AI-integrated software solutions. They engineer bespoke architectures that solve highly complex data, automation, and infrastructure challenges for specialized clients across secure sectors. As they expand their technical division, they are seeking a high-caliber Lead DevOps Engineer who can seamlessly balance technical architecture, strategic stakeholder alignment, and hands-on delivery. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will play a pivotal part in scaling a modern DevSecOps function and fostering a high-performance engineering culture across their London hub. The Role & Responsibilities This position offers a fluid mix of team leadership, technical architecture, and hands-on systems engineering. Working on-site in London three days a week, you will lead an agile squad, driving continuous innovation and transforming complex customer requirements into resilient, secure platform solutions. Technical Vision & AI Delivery: Collaborate with senior engineering leadership to design and execute robust cloud infrastructure architectures, with a specific focus on deploying and scaling modern AI solutions. Team Leadership & Coaching: Act as a technical mentor and culture carrier, coaching a talented squad of engineers in modern DevSecOps best practices, automation, and continuous improvement. Client & Product Alignment: Interface directly with key clients and technical stakeholders to refine product definitions, troubleshoot complex platform issues, and ensure deliveries map directly to strategic goals. Architecture & API Integrity: Work alongside Product Managers and Delivery Leads to design clean, scalable microservices architectures utilizing open standards and robust API frameworks. Governance & Compliance: Maintain strict oversight of modern regulatory requirements, infrastructure compliance, and security frameworks to ensure total platform integrity. Pipeline & Resource Strategy: Actively evaluate the engineering roadmap to advise internal stakeholders on technical pipeline bottlenecks, risk mitigation, and optimal team resourcing levels. Requirements & Technical Expertise To be successful in this role, you must bring a blend of strong leadership capability, client-facing confidence, and deep technical breadth across modern cloud ecosystem toolchains. Essential Criteria: Clearance Status: A currently active and live UK SC or DV Clearance is non-negotiable. Technical Depth: Elite proficiency in managing and scaling cloud-native infrastructure, with deep expertise across AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and RESTful APIs. Leadership Track Record: Demonstrable experience operating in a Technical Lead, Infrastructure Architect, or Senior DevOps capacity-with the proven ability to build, scale, and mentor an engineering team. Agile & Start-Up Agility: A background thriving within fast-paced, high-growth, or start-up adjacent environments. You must be highly resilient to change and comfortable with fluid, reactive priorities. Hybrid Commute: The ability to work from the client's Central London office 3 days per week . Problem-Solving Mastery: Advanced troubleshooting capabilities with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach to mitigating risks across complex, secure deployments. Highly Desirable: Direct, hands-on experience deploying and running AI or Machine Learning workloads in a production environment. Holding an AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) badge or an equivalent cloud certification. An entrepreneurial mindset with a natural inclination to challenge legacy prototypes and introduce alternative software methodologies. A relevant degree qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. To Apply: If you hold a live, active SC or DV clearance , meet the technical criteria, and are comfortable with a 3-day-a-week London hybrid model, please apply with your CV today for an immediate, confidential briefing. Reminder: Applications without active UK national security clearance will be automatically rejected.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Lead DevOps Engineer (Hybrid - London) Location: London (Hybrid: 3 days per week on-site) Security Clearance Required: Active, live SC Clearance or DV Clearance (Mandatory) Position Type: Permanent CRITICAL REQUIREMENT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: Due to the secure nature of the client's platform and infrastructure projects, this position strictly requires candidates to hold a currently active and live UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) . Candidates who do not currently possess this clearance, or whose clearance has lapsed, cannot be considered for this role. Please do not apply if you do not hold active SC or DV status. The Opportunity I am exclusively partnering with a pioneering, high-growth technology vendor specializing in secure, enterprise-level cloud platforms and AI-integrated software solutions. They engineer bespoke architectures that solve highly complex data, automation, and infrastructure challenges for specialized clients across secure sectors. As they expand their technical division, they are seeking a high-caliber Lead DevOps Engineer who can seamlessly balance technical architecture, strategic stakeholder alignment, and hands-on delivery. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will play a pivotal part in scaling a modern DevSecOps function and fostering a high-performance engineering culture across their London hub. The Role & Responsibilities This position offers a fluid mix of team leadership, technical architecture, and hands-on systems engineering. Working on-site in London three days a week, you will lead an agile squad, driving continuous innovation and transforming complex customer requirements into resilient, secure platform solutions. Technical Vision & AI Delivery: Collaborate with senior engineering leadership to design and execute robust cloud infrastructure architectures, with a specific focus on deploying and scaling modern AI solutions. Team Leadership & Coaching: Act as a technical mentor and culture carrier, coaching a talented squad of engineers in modern DevSecOps best practices, automation, and continuous improvement. Client & Product Alignment: Interface directly with key clients and technical stakeholders to refine product definitions, troubleshoot complex platform issues, and ensure deliveries map directly to strategic goals. Architecture & API Integrity: Work alongside Product Managers and Delivery Leads to design clean, scalable microservices architectures utilizing open standards and robust API frameworks. Governance & Compliance: Maintain strict oversight of modern regulatory requirements, infrastructure compliance, and security frameworks to ensure total platform integrity. Pipeline & Resource Strategy: Actively evaluate the engineering roadmap to advise internal stakeholders on technical pipeline bottlenecks, risk mitigation, and optimal team resourcing levels. Requirements & Technical Expertise To be successful in this role, you must bring a blend of strong leadership capability, client-facing confidence, and deep technical breadth across modern cloud ecosystem toolchains. Essential Criteria: Clearance Status: A currently active and live UK SC or DV Clearance is non-negotiable. Technical Depth: Elite proficiency in managing and scaling cloud-native infrastructure, with deep expertise across AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and RESTful APIs. Leadership Track Record: Demonstrable experience operating in a Technical Lead, Infrastructure Architect, or Senior DevOps capacity-with the proven ability to build, scale, and mentor an engineering team. Agile & Start-Up Agility: A background thriving within fast-paced, high-growth, or start-up adjacent environments. You must be highly resilient to change and comfortable with fluid, reactive priorities. Hybrid Commute: The ability to work from the client's Central London office 3 days per week . Problem-Solving Mastery: Advanced troubleshooting capabilities with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach to mitigating risks across complex, secure deployments. Highly Desirable: Direct, hands-on experience deploying and running AI or Machine Learning workloads in a production environment. Holding an AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) badge or an equivalent cloud certification. An entrepreneurial mindset with a natural inclination to challenge legacy prototypes and introduce alternative software methodologies. A relevant degree qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. To Apply: If you hold a live, active SC or DV clearance , meet the technical criteria, and are comfortable with a 3-day-a-week London hybrid model, please apply with your CV today for an immediate, confidential briefing. Reminder: Applications without active UK national security clearance will be automatically rejected.
Principal/Staff Engineer We are helping an edu-tech company who are looking to scale up the development team with a Principal or Staff Engineer. This is a hands-on development role which also includes AI strategy, code reviews, and understanding business strategy. About you: Hands-on enough to contribute directly in C# / Backbone /Ms SQL. Able to reduce key-person dependency across the platform. Pragmatic about AI-enabled engineering workflows. Good communicator with enough gravitas to influence without creating friction. You will be a senior technical operator. Someone who is hands-on enough to materially strengthen delivery resilience, while also bringing enough maturity to help us improve how we use AI within the team. About the role: This is a hybrid position but there will be times when you need to be in the office more than at home, depending on deadlines. You will be an individual contributor, sitting in on sprints and understand how to resolve poor performing queries We are looking for a full stack engineer who cares about the UX and UI. The ideal Principal Engineer will have a genuine interest in the business, rather than have a code and go home mentality. The role involves working collaboratively with the development team and also getting hands-on with the data's underlying quality, clean data errors, build trust in the outputs, tighten operational discipline, and strengthen inputs to stop data quality issues reappearing not just being focused on feature delivery. About the Company: As a small but growing team, the day to day can be quite varied; this role is ideal for someone who likes to work on a range of responsibilities rather than being pigeon-holed. They are a tech for good and deliver education to students in under-privileged areas in Africa. Having worked with this company for the last 6 years, I have found that they have a really nurturing culture with approachable and down-to-earth senior leadership. Apply Now to be considered or email Kim for a confidential chat on (url removed)
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Principal/Staff Engineer We are helping an edu-tech company who are looking to scale up the development team with a Principal or Staff Engineer. This is a hands-on development role which also includes AI strategy, code reviews, and understanding business strategy. About you: Hands-on enough to contribute directly in C# / Backbone /Ms SQL. Able to reduce key-person dependency across the platform. Pragmatic about AI-enabled engineering workflows. Good communicator with enough gravitas to influence without creating friction. You will be a senior technical operator. Someone who is hands-on enough to materially strengthen delivery resilience, while also bringing enough maturity to help us improve how we use AI within the team. About the role: This is a hybrid position but there will be times when you need to be in the office more than at home, depending on deadlines. You will be an individual contributor, sitting in on sprints and understand how to resolve poor performing queries We are looking for a full stack engineer who cares about the UX and UI. The ideal Principal Engineer will have a genuine interest in the business, rather than have a code and go home mentality. The role involves working collaboratively with the development team and also getting hands-on with the data's underlying quality, clean data errors, build trust in the outputs, tighten operational discipline, and strengthen inputs to stop data quality issues reappearing not just being focused on feature delivery. About the Company: As a small but growing team, the day to day can be quite varied; this role is ideal for someone who likes to work on a range of responsibilities rather than being pigeon-holed. They are a tech for good and deliver education to students in under-privileged areas in Africa. Having worked with this company for the last 6 years, I have found that they have a really nurturing culture with approachable and down-to-earth senior leadership. Apply Now to be considered or email Kim for a confidential chat on (url removed)
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Network Inspections Technician to join our dynamic Sheffield account. This role will be carried out onsite at Olive Grove depot (S2 3GE). The standard working hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday The Network Inspections Technician is responsible for the management of all Network Highway Safety & Serviceability Inspections and consequential highways software packages essential for the management of the contract. The successful candidate will also undertake line management responsibilities for the highway's inspection team. This role would suit a candidate currently working in a similar position who has experience of highway safety and serviceability inspections and ideally managing highways inspectors with a knowledge of highway maintenance What You'll Do: Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation Organise and direct inspection team members to ensure programme milestones are achieved Manage the timeliness of all highway inspections including all updates to the database Manage and ensure compliance with contractual requirements Managing and reporting on all relevant customer enquiries Schedule random sample checks of safety inspections to ensure consistent quality Ensure safety and serviceability plan is submitted in line with contract requirements Ensure safety inspectors accreditations are maintained Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to other roles Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: An organised team player with the ability to communicate well with others and motivate a team Highways maintenance background Ability to manage and prioritise workload Engineering qualification minimum of Lantra Highway Inspector award, or equivalent, level qualification Operational Health and Safety experience or qualifications Must have demonstrable appropriate experience of undertaking highway safety and serviceability inspections If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Network Inspections Technician to join our dynamic Sheffield account. This role will be carried out onsite at Olive Grove depot (S2 3GE). The standard working hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday The Network Inspections Technician is responsible for the management of all Network Highway Safety & Serviceability Inspections and consequential highways software packages essential for the management of the contract. The successful candidate will also undertake line management responsibilities for the highway's inspection team. This role would suit a candidate currently working in a similar position who has experience of highway safety and serviceability inspections and ideally managing highways inspectors with a knowledge of highway maintenance What You'll Do: Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation Organise and direct inspection team members to ensure programme milestones are achieved Manage the timeliness of all highway inspections including all updates to the database Manage and ensure compliance with contractual requirements Managing and reporting on all relevant customer enquiries Schedule random sample checks of safety inspections to ensure consistent quality Ensure safety and serviceability plan is submitted in line with contract requirements Ensure safety inspectors accreditations are maintained Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to other roles Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: An organised team player with the ability to communicate well with others and motivate a team Highways maintenance background Ability to manage and prioritise workload Engineering qualification minimum of Lantra Highway Inspector award, or equivalent, level qualification Operational Health and Safety experience or qualifications Must have demonstrable appropriate experience of undertaking highway safety and serviceability inspections If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
Have you had a career break of 12+ months? Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included? Then you'll want to hear about the UK's leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year. Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices Software Engineering Change & Transformation IT Operations Data & Analytics Risk, Regulation & Compliance You'll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce. Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM The right to work in the UK Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. 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.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Have you had a career break of 12+ months? Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included? Then you'll want to hear about the UK's leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year. Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices Software Engineering Change & Transformation IT Operations Data & Analytics Risk, Regulation & Compliance You'll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce. Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM The right to work in the UK Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. 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.
Senior Software Engineer West Midlands (Hybrid) 45,000 - 65,000 + Bonus + Private Medical + Excellent Benefits Build Technology That Makes a Difference Are you an experienced Software Engineer looking to work on technology with real-world impact? We're working with an innovative engineering and technology business whose products are used internationally across a range of safety, security and critical infrastructure environments. Combining intelligent software, advanced sensing technologies and machine learning, their solutions help organisations improve safety, efficiency and decision-making. Due to continued growth and investment in new product development, they are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team and contribute to the next generation of their technology platform. This is an opportunity to tackle genuinely interesting engineering challenges at the intersection of software, hardware and AI. The Role You'll take ownership of software development across a range of products, with a primary focus on Linux-based systems and Python development. Working closely with software engineers, data scientists and product specialists, you'll contribute to the design, development and deployment of innovative solutions used in demanding real-world environments. This is a highly hands-on role where you'll have significant influence over architecture, technical direction and engineering best practice. Key Responsibilities Develop robust software applications using Python and C++ Contribute to software architecture and technical design Build and maintain scalable Linux-based applications Work closely with data science teams to deploy machine learning models Conduct code reviews and mentor other engineers Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks Support CI/CD and release processes Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive software quality and engineering best practice What We're Looking For Essential Strong commercial Python development experience Experience developing software on Linux platforms Proven software engineering experience within a product development environment Experience with Git and CI/CD workflows Knowledge of automated testing methodologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable C++ development experience Embedded Linux exposure Machine learning deployment experience MLOps experience NVIDIA Jetson experience Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware Experience within engineering, instrumentation, industrial technology or related product environments About You You'll be a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and taking ownership of your work. You'll be comfortable collaborating across teams, contributing ideas and helping shape technical decisions. Whilst this is not a formal management role, we're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate leadership qualities and a desire to mentor others. Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology with real-world applications Join a growing and innovative engineering business Exposure to AI, machine learning and intelligent systems Significant technical ownership and influence Collaborative and highly skilled engineering team Long-term career progression opportunities Diverse and challenging technical projects If you're a Software Engineer looking to work on innovative products that combine software, hardware and intelligent systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer West Midlands (Hybrid) 45,000 - 65,000 + Bonus + Private Medical + Excellent Benefits Build Technology That Makes a Difference Are you an experienced Software Engineer looking to work on technology with real-world impact? We're working with an innovative engineering and technology business whose products are used internationally across a range of safety, security and critical infrastructure environments. Combining intelligent software, advanced sensing technologies and machine learning, their solutions help organisations improve safety, efficiency and decision-making. Due to continued growth and investment in new product development, they are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team and contribute to the next generation of their technology platform. This is an opportunity to tackle genuinely interesting engineering challenges at the intersection of software, hardware and AI. The Role You'll take ownership of software development across a range of products, with a primary focus on Linux-based systems and Python development. Working closely with software engineers, data scientists and product specialists, you'll contribute to the design, development and deployment of innovative solutions used in demanding real-world environments. This is a highly hands-on role where you'll have significant influence over architecture, technical direction and engineering best practice. Key Responsibilities Develop robust software applications using Python and C++ Contribute to software architecture and technical design Build and maintain scalable Linux-based applications Work closely with data science teams to deploy machine learning models Conduct code reviews and mentor other engineers Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks Support CI/CD and release processes Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Drive software quality and engineering best practice What We're Looking For Essential Strong commercial Python development experience Experience developing software on Linux platforms Proven software engineering experience within a product development environment Experience with Git and CI/CD workflows Knowledge of automated testing methodologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable C++ development experience Embedded Linux exposure Machine learning deployment experience MLOps experience NVIDIA Jetson experience Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware Experience within engineering, instrumentation, industrial technology or related product environments About You You'll be a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and taking ownership of your work. You'll be comfortable collaborating across teams, contributing ideas and helping shape technical decisions. Whilst this is not a formal management role, we're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate leadership qualities and a desire to mentor others. Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology with real-world applications Join a growing and innovative engineering business Exposure to AI, machine learning and intelligent systems Significant technical ownership and influence Collaborative and highly skilled engineering team Long-term career progression opportunities Diverse and challenging technical projects If you're a Software Engineer looking to work on innovative products that combine software, hardware and intelligent systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Software Architect 12 Month Contract - 37 Hours Per Week Newcastle (Hybrid) Inside IR35 Role Overview - Belcan are currently working with one of the leaders in the Aviation industry for a software architect to join their team in Newcastle. The role is based at their Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. They are looking for the following; Responsibilities Work with System Architects to translate business goals and high-level requirements into robust software architectures, balancing performance, security, reliability, and compliance Design scalable, flexible, and maintainable architectures for complex geospatial systems using the latest modern cloud based technologies and tools Identify technical risks early and define pragmatic mitigation strategies Work in an AGILE scrum team, collaborating closely with software engineers, testers and the Product Owner, providing clear guidance and hands-on architectural support Collaborate with development teams to select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns Ensure delivered solutions align with the agreed architecture and meet both functional and non-functional requirements Produce clear, structured documentation covering architecture decisions and design rationale Contribute to and support technical and architectural reviews Skill Set Essential Strong experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems, preferably in a cloud environment with an awareness of DevSecOps Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery Confidence communicating architectural designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in environments with security, reliability, and compliance constraints, preferably in the geospatial domain. A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring and supporting engineering teams If interested, please apply now, and we will be in touch! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Software Architect 12 Month Contract - 37 Hours Per Week Newcastle (Hybrid) Inside IR35 Role Overview - Belcan are currently working with one of the leaders in the Aviation industry for a software architect to join their team in Newcastle. The role is based at their Newcastle office. Flexible working arrangements are in place for the team. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office 3 days a week, with the opportunity to work 2 days from home. They are looking for the following; Responsibilities Work with System Architects to translate business goals and high-level requirements into robust software architectures, balancing performance, security, reliability, and compliance Design scalable, flexible, and maintainable architectures for complex geospatial systems using the latest modern cloud based technologies and tools Identify technical risks early and define pragmatic mitigation strategies Work in an AGILE scrum team, collaborating closely with software engineers, testers and the Product Owner, providing clear guidance and hands-on architectural support Collaborate with development teams to select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns Ensure delivered solutions align with the agreed architecture and meet both functional and non-functional requirements Produce clear, structured documentation covering architecture decisions and design rationale Contribute to and support technical and architectural reviews Skill Set Essential Strong experience designing and owning software architectures for complex systems, preferably in a cloud environment with an awareness of DevSecOps Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery Confidence communicating architectural designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in environments with security, reliability, and compliance constraints, preferably in the geospatial domain. A collaborative mindset and passion for mentoring and supporting engineering teams If interested, please apply now, and we will be in touch! This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Have you had a career break of 12+ months? Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included? Then you'll want to hear about the UK's leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year. Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices Software Engineering Change & Transformation IT Operations Data & Analytics Risk, Regulation & Compliance You'll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce. Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM The right to work in the UK Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. 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.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Have you had a career break of 12+ months? Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included? Then you'll want to hear about the UK's leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year. Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices Software Engineering Change & Transformation IT Operations Data & Analytics Risk, Regulation & Compliance You'll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce. Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM The right to work in the UK Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. 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.
A software-led business is looking for a Software Architect to bring structure, coherence and long-term direction to a complex platform environment. This is an individual contributor role for someone who can work across engineering, product, infrastructure and security teams to shape architectural standards, guide technical decisions and support wider platform consolidation. Software Architect Uxbridge, West London - Hybrid, 2 days per week in the office Up to 90,000 + benefits The business has a broad technology landscape, with multiple systems, services, integrations and data capabilities that need to evolve in a more consistent, scalable and maintainable way. Your role will be to help define what good looks like, create clearer architectural boundaries and support engineering teams in making decisions that work both now and in the future. What you'll be doing You'll provide architectural leadership across software platforms, services, integrations and cloud-based systems. This will include: Defining architectural principles, standards and target-state designs Supporting platform consolidation and reducing unnecessary duplication Reviewing significant technical changes and guiding solution design Helping define clear service boundaries, ownership models and integration patterns Ensuring security, resilience, observability and scalability are considered from the outset Identifying architectural risks, technical debt and platform constraints Working closely with engineering and product leadership on major technical decisions Influencing engineering teams through technical credibility, clarity and pragmatic decision-making This is not a hands-on development role day to day. It is primarily focused on architecture, design review, technical direction and influencing through engineering teams. What we're looking for You'll need a strong background in software architecture, ideally within a SaaS, product or platform-led environment. You should be comfortable working across complex systems and helping teams move towards a more coherent platform architecture. Essential experience includes: Software architecture across complex platforms or distributed systems SaaS, product or platform architecture experience API, integration and service design experience Cloud-based architecture, ideally including Azure Security-by-design, resilience, scalability and operational quality Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders The ability to influence technical direction without relying on direct line management Experience of platform consolidation would be particularly useful. Why this role? This is a good fit for someone who enjoys solving structural technology problems rather than owning a single product or system. You'll be working at platform level, helping the business simplify its architecture, improve ownership and create standards that engineering teams can actually use. The role suits someone pragmatic, credible and senior enough to balance long-term architecture with real-world delivery constraints. Interested? Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
A software-led business is looking for a Software Architect to bring structure, coherence and long-term direction to a complex platform environment. This is an individual contributor role for someone who can work across engineering, product, infrastructure and security teams to shape architectural standards, guide technical decisions and support wider platform consolidation. Software Architect Uxbridge, West London - Hybrid, 2 days per week in the office Up to 90,000 + benefits The business has a broad technology landscape, with multiple systems, services, integrations and data capabilities that need to evolve in a more consistent, scalable and maintainable way. Your role will be to help define what good looks like, create clearer architectural boundaries and support engineering teams in making decisions that work both now and in the future. What you'll be doing You'll provide architectural leadership across software platforms, services, integrations and cloud-based systems. This will include: Defining architectural principles, standards and target-state designs Supporting platform consolidation and reducing unnecessary duplication Reviewing significant technical changes and guiding solution design Helping define clear service boundaries, ownership models and integration patterns Ensuring security, resilience, observability and scalability are considered from the outset Identifying architectural risks, technical debt and platform constraints Working closely with engineering and product leadership on major technical decisions Influencing engineering teams through technical credibility, clarity and pragmatic decision-making This is not a hands-on development role day to day. It is primarily focused on architecture, design review, technical direction and influencing through engineering teams. What we're looking for You'll need a strong background in software architecture, ideally within a SaaS, product or platform-led environment. You should be comfortable working across complex systems and helping teams move towards a more coherent platform architecture. Essential experience includes: Software architecture across complex platforms or distributed systems SaaS, product or platform architecture experience API, integration and service design experience Cloud-based architecture, ideally including Azure Security-by-design, resilience, scalability and operational quality Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders The ability to influence technical direction without relying on direct line management Experience of platform consolidation would be particularly useful. Why this role? This is a good fit for someone who enjoys solving structural technology problems rather than owning a single product or system. You'll be working at platform level, helping the business simplify its architecture, improve ownership and create standards that engineering teams can actually use. The role suits someone pragmatic, credible and senior enough to balance long-term architecture with real-world delivery constraints. Interested? Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Principal / Lead Engineer Python / Cloud / Terraform / IAM / DevOps / infrastructure-as-a-code IaC Rate: Circa 600 - 700 PD (Outside IR35), 6 Months Location: London / Hybrid x2 days We are seeking an experienced Principal / Lead Engineer to join a highly ambitious organisation building a large-scale, mission-critical data and technology platform. This is a unique opportunity to join at the earliest stages of a major programme and play a key role in shaping its technical foundations. Working closely with the CTO and a small team of senior engineers, you will lead the design and implementation of core infrastructure, establish engineering standards and practices, and make architectural decisions that will have long-term strategic impact. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, influencing technology strategy, and creating robust engineering foundations, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact. Role & Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design and implementation of foundational platform infrastructure and engineering capabilities Define architectural patterns, engineering standards, and best practices that will guide future development Partner closely with the CTO and senior stakeholders to make and document key technical decisions Promote secure-by-design principles across all aspects of platform development Establish and maintain core engineering tooling, including source control, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated testing frameworks Platform Engineering Design and implement identity and access management solutions with robust authentication and authorisation controls Build and manage cloud infrastructure using modern infrastructure-as-code approaches Develop audit, workflow, and operational capabilities to support governance and compliance requirements Implement networking, monitoring, and security controls for highly secure environments Evaluate and integrate appropriate open-source technologies and third-party components Contribute to the design and delivery of scalable, resilient, and maintainable distributed systems Collaboration & Team Development Act as a senior technical contributor within a high-performing engineering team Mentor engineers and help establish a strong engineering culture as the organisation grows Collaborate with product, design, and delivery teams to ensure technology solutions align with business objectives Engage with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders where required Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience leading or making significant contributions to complex distributed, cloud-native, or federated systems Strong software engineering expertise in Python, including backend development, automation, and infrastructure tooling Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform or equivalent Experience designing and building authentication and authorisation systems, including modern identity standards and policy-based access controls Solid understanding of data storage architectures and the trade-offs between different storage and query patterns Experience establishing CI/CD pipelines and engineering best practices within modern software environments Ability to work effectively in fast-moving environments with evolving requirements and limited precedent Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills & Experience Experience building secure, highly regulated, or mission-critical platforms Familiarity with federated architectures and distributed data access models Experience designing solutions with strong governance, auditability, and security requirements Knowledge of privacy-preserving technologies and secure computing environments Experience evaluating, adopting, or contributing to open-source technologies Background working within complex stakeholder environments undergoing significant transformation
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Principal / Lead Engineer Python / Cloud / Terraform / IAM / DevOps / infrastructure-as-a-code IaC Rate: Circa 600 - 700 PD (Outside IR35), 6 Months Location: London / Hybrid x2 days We are seeking an experienced Principal / Lead Engineer to join a highly ambitious organisation building a large-scale, mission-critical data and technology platform. This is a unique opportunity to join at the earliest stages of a major programme and play a key role in shaping its technical foundations. Working closely with the CTO and a small team of senior engineers, you will lead the design and implementation of core infrastructure, establish engineering standards and practices, and make architectural decisions that will have long-term strategic impact. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, influencing technology strategy, and creating robust engineering foundations, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact. Role & Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design and implementation of foundational platform infrastructure and engineering capabilities Define architectural patterns, engineering standards, and best practices that will guide future development Partner closely with the CTO and senior stakeholders to make and document key technical decisions Promote secure-by-design principles across all aspects of platform development Establish and maintain core engineering tooling, including source control, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated testing frameworks Platform Engineering Design and implement identity and access management solutions with robust authentication and authorisation controls Build and manage cloud infrastructure using modern infrastructure-as-code approaches Develop audit, workflow, and operational capabilities to support governance and compliance requirements Implement networking, monitoring, and security controls for highly secure environments Evaluate and integrate appropriate open-source technologies and third-party components Contribute to the design and delivery of scalable, resilient, and maintainable distributed systems Collaboration & Team Development Act as a senior technical contributor within a high-performing engineering team Mentor engineers and help establish a strong engineering culture as the organisation grows Collaborate with product, design, and delivery teams to ensure technology solutions align with business objectives Engage with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders where required Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience leading or making significant contributions to complex distributed, cloud-native, or federated systems Strong software engineering expertise in Python, including backend development, automation, and infrastructure tooling Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform or equivalent Experience designing and building authentication and authorisation systems, including modern identity standards and policy-based access controls Solid understanding of data storage architectures and the trade-offs between different storage and query patterns Experience establishing CI/CD pipelines and engineering best practices within modern software environments Ability to work effectively in fast-moving environments with evolving requirements and limited precedent Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills & Experience Experience building secure, highly regulated, or mission-critical platforms Familiarity with federated architectures and distributed data access models Experience designing solutions with strong governance, auditability, and security requirements Knowledge of privacy-preserving technologies and secure computing environments Experience evaluating, adopting, or contributing to open-source technologies Background working within complex stakeholder environments undergoing significant transformation
Have you had a career break of 12+ months? Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included? Then you'll want to hear about the UK's leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year. Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices Software Engineering Change & Transformation IT Operations Data & Analytics Risk, Regulation & Compliance You'll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce. Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM The right to work in the UK Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. 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.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Have you had a career break of 12+ months? Do you have 5+ years of commercial experience in industry? Are you ready to re-join the workforce with training and career coaching included? Then you'll want to hear about the UK's leading Returners Programme and how it helps 100+ returners restart their careers every year. Our Returners Programme is specifically designed to support professionals returning to work after a career break. Having restarted over 500 careers since 2016, our Returners Team are here to support you through every stage of the journey, ensuring you have the confidence, skills and opportunity to step back into a successful and rewarding career in business or technology. FDM is a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our Returners with a career path in their most suited field, so we can help you develop and build on your previous skills and experience across multiple capabilities. The FDM Practices Software Engineering Change & Transformation IT Operations Data & Analytics Risk, Regulation & Compliance You'll join FDM as a Consultant and provide services to our clients relating to your field and Practice. There are progression opportunities towards Principal Consultant level and the opportunity to explore diverse roles and assignments for a range of global companies in your return to the workforce. Ready to launch the next phase of your career? At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want. Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially. Minimum qualifications Looking to return to work after a break in your career of 1+ year At least 5 years of previous commercial industry experience A strong aptitude and interest in business and technology Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM The right to work in the UK Why join us? Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK 'Best Employer'. 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.
Interim Programme Manager - Next Gen Product Programme Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week) Contract Length: 6+ months Role Type: Contract Rate: Up to 675 a day DOE - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead and coordinate a major strategic initiative: the development of our Next Gen product. This role will be instrumental in delivering a complex, multi-workstream programme, ensuring alignment across key teams while operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Next Gen programme over an 18-month period Oversee and coordinate multiple workstreams, including: Product Commercial Governance Technology Additional cross-functional teams Act as the central conduit between senior leadership and the wider business Drive programme structure, governance, and delivery discipline across an Agile, iterative development lifecycle Manage shifting priorities and ensure programme momentum in a dynamic environment Facilitate decision-making, escalate risks, and ensure alignment across stakeholders Engage and influence senior stakeholders Build strong relationships across internal teams and with third-party suppliers / delivery partners Ensure delivery remains aligned with strategic objectives, timelines, and quality expectations Key Requirements Experience & Expertise Proven track record as a Programme Manager delivering large-scale, complex programmes Experience in software delivery environments , ideally with Agile Exposure to working with third-party vendors, consultancies, or in-house engineering teams Strong understanding of technical delivery (technical background highly desirable) Experience within Wealth Management or Fintech highly preferred Skills & Competencies Exceptional stakeholder management with the ability to operate confidently at senior levels Strong leadership presence Resilient and able to navigate complexity and challenge constructively Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with changing priorities Strong organisational, governance, and delivery management capabilities Excellent communication and influencing skills Working Model Hybrid working based in London Expected onsite presence: 3 days per week (ideally Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Interim Programme Manager - Next Gen Product Programme Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week) Contract Length: 6+ months Role Type: Contract Rate: Up to 675 a day DOE - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead and coordinate a major strategic initiative: the development of our Next Gen product. This role will be instrumental in delivering a complex, multi-workstream programme, ensuring alignment across key teams while operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Next Gen programme over an 18-month period Oversee and coordinate multiple workstreams, including: Product Commercial Governance Technology Additional cross-functional teams Act as the central conduit between senior leadership and the wider business Drive programme structure, governance, and delivery discipline across an Agile, iterative development lifecycle Manage shifting priorities and ensure programme momentum in a dynamic environment Facilitate decision-making, escalate risks, and ensure alignment across stakeholders Engage and influence senior stakeholders Build strong relationships across internal teams and with third-party suppliers / delivery partners Ensure delivery remains aligned with strategic objectives, timelines, and quality expectations Key Requirements Experience & Expertise Proven track record as a Programme Manager delivering large-scale, complex programmes Experience in software delivery environments , ideally with Agile Exposure to working with third-party vendors, consultancies, or in-house engineering teams Strong understanding of technical delivery (technical background highly desirable) Experience within Wealth Management or Fintech highly preferred Skills & Competencies Exceptional stakeholder management with the ability to operate confidently at senior levels Strong leadership presence Resilient and able to navigate complexity and challenge constructively Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with changing priorities Strong organisational, governance, and delivery management capabilities Excellent communication and influencing skills Working Model Hybrid working based in London Expected onsite presence: 3 days per week (ideally Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
