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DevX_POD Lead (Kotlin/Java) Hybrid 60% office-40% Remote - Sheffield Duration: 30/11/2026 Rate 529 MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description : Technologies we use in the role (Required): Kotlin, Java, Microservices, REST APIs, SQL/Databases, HTML/JavaScript, Asynchronous messaging / event-driven architectures (Kafka or similar) Proactive person who will own the end to end including resolution of blockers and prioritisation of work. Experience working with standard developer collaboration Tools: Github, Jira, Confluence About the project: Provide day-to-day technical leadership for an agile engineering team, supporting the overall Tech lead to deliver outcomes at pace and with quality. Lead technical input into backlog refinement: break epics/features into well-defined user stories, clarify acceptance criteria, identify dependencies, and ensure work is delivery ready. Support sprint planning by shaping technical approaches, identifying spikes, and helping the team size work appropriately. Design, develop and implement primarily back-end features (Kotlin/Java APIs and services), with a small element of UI work using a simple UI framework. Build and evolve APIs and microservices, applying consistent engineering patterns (error handling, logging, resilience, security-by-design). Contribute to and support architectural and design decisions with the Tech Lead, documenting key decisions and trade-offs where needed. Be capable of designing, building and delivering an in-house solution end to end from shaping the initial idea and requirements, through development, testing and ongoing support. Coach and uplift the team in development best practice: clean code, test driven development, secure coding, and maintainable design. Drive effective peer reviews and engineering standards, ensuring code quality, readability and attention to detail. Work in an agile CI/CD environment to deliver rapid iterations at a sustainable velocity, promoting automation and quality gates. Collaborate with developers, testers and the wider organisation to build, run and improve products. Proactively engage with customers/users to resolve issues, respond to feature requests, and reduce recurring operational pain. Skills & experience we require: Strong Kotlin experience, or significant Java experience with a willingness to learn Kotlin. Experience leading or acting as a senior engineer within an agile delivery team (squad-level technical leadership). Proven ability to refine and decompose work (features into implementable stories), manage dependencies, and remove technical blockers. Strong experience in microservices and API development, and asynchronous messaging technologies such as Kafka or similar event-driven platforms. Experience in at least two or three of the following: API development, SQL/databases, HTML/JavaScript. Strong technical and analytical troubleshooting skills, including production support mindset. Experience with standard developer collaboration tools: GitHub/Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence. Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate technical decisions clearly. Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working across roles (engineering, testing, product, control owners). If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Senior Software Engineer - C# / .NET (Web and Windows) - Near Edinburgh Hybrid - 70K plus Bonus Lorien's longstanding client based near Edinburgh - a leader in their industry with a growing and award-winning product line making a huge difference around the globe - have asked us to help them in their searches for a Senior Software Engineer with .Net skills across Web and Windows applications. This is a hands-on development role with a strong focus on C# / .NET, full-stack development, user interface delivery, system integration, software quality and continuous improvement. You'll work across the full software development lifecycle, from technical requirements analysis and design through to implementation, testing, code review and release. The role will suit someone who enjoys solving complex engineering problems, building maintainable software and contributing to robust development practices within an Agile environment. Key responsibilities Develop and enhance features for a key software solution managing client-side data from any browser, either on-prem or via the Cloud environment, with the likes of C#, .NET, ASP.NET, JavaScript, HTML, CSS and SQL Server Analyse technical requirements and translate them into clear, testable software tasks and specifications Design, implement and maintain new software features, ensuring solutions are scalable, reusable, maintainable and aligned with functional and non-functional requirements Define and integrate interfaces between internal and external systems, collaborating with other technical teams to agree robust specifications Contribute to user-facing application development, including process flows, information architecture, wireframes and usability-focused interface delivery Follow coding standards and ensure code is integrated frequently into automated build and continuous integration processes Write and maintain unit tests, investigate test failures and support automated verification activities where required Debug, troubleshoot and diagnose performance, integration and functional issues across development, test and production environments Review code produced by other engineers, identifying design or implementation issues and helping maintain high software quality Mentor junior engineers and promote best practice in software design, development, testing and maintainability Work closely with product, development, automation and DevOps teams to support high-quality software delivery What they're looking for: Strong commercial record of full stack software development across Web and Windows applications Strong skills across C# / .Net, ASP.NET, JavaScript, HTML, CSS and SQL Server Record of developing software for Windows, multiple browsers and mobile-supported environments Good understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design, maintainable coding practices and software engineering principles Comfort working across UI, application, integration and data layers Ability to analyse requirements, propose technical solutions and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders Ideally but not necessarily any exposure to any of the following: Python / C/C++ / VB / SQL Unit and component testing for software modules Automated build or CI/CD processes Cloud-based deployment/automation/staging/testing CI/CD, Continuous Testing, Staging, etc. Jenkins / GitHub / Jira / similar tooling In return, you'll join a supportive organisation well versed in keeping their staff happy plus a generous bonus scheme, hybrid working model plus flexible start/finish times, annual salary reviews, plenty of opportunities to upskill and progress professionally, and a range of other benefits (that they've recently added to again) designed with employee happiness in mind. Apply with your latest CV for immediate consideration. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Data Platform Engineer / Data Architect Python AWS Terraform Kafka Event-Driven Architecture We are looking for a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join a team building a modern, cloud-native data platform on AWS. This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on designing, building, deploying, and troubleshooting platform components not producing architecture documentation or leading governance activities. You'll work alongside experienced engineers to build the platform foundation that supports data products across the business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, writing production-quality code, and taking ownership of infrastructure and platform capabilities. What You'll Be Doing Build, deploy, and maintain cloud-native platform components on AWS Develop infrastructure using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) Design and implement event-driven architectures using Kafka Develop automation, platform tooling, and services using Python Deploy code through multiple environments and support platform delivery Build scalable, resilient, secure, and observable platform services Troubleshoot complex distributed systems and production issues Improve developer experience through automation, self-service tooling, and platform enhancements Collaborate closely with engineering teams to deliver reliable platform capabilities Contribute to platform engineering best practices and continuous improvement What We're Looking For We're looking for an engineer who enjoys building systems and solving technical challenges. You'll be comfortable getting into the detail, debugging issues, and explaining the reasoning behind your technical decisions. Essential Skills Strong hands-on experience with AWS Excellent knowledge of Terraform (CloudFormation considered) Proven experience building Event-Driven Architectures Strong hands-on experience with Kafka (Confluent experience beneficial) Strong Python development skills Experience building cloud-native platforms and distributed systems Experience deploying and supporting applications across multiple environments Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Nice to Have Experience with EKS, Lambda, Fargate, DynamoDB or similar AWS services Experience with observability, monitoring and platform automation Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Experience improving developer experience and internal engineering platforms About You You'll be someone who: Enjoys building rather than just designing systems Can explain how you diagnose and resolve complex technical issues Has a strong engineering mindset with excellent technical depth Takes ownership and delivers high-quality solutions Thrives in collaborative engineering teams Brings technical maturity and pragmatic decision-making Location London Based 2-3 days per week

Are you looking for a role where your skills are valued and your work-life balance matters? We're looking for an experienced Gate Automation Engineer to join our growing team. If you enjoy solving problems, take pride in delivering quality installations, and want to work for a company that genuinely supports its engineers, we'd love to hear from you. BASIC SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000 BENEFITS: Overtime Available Company Van & Fuel Card Work Mobile Phone H&S Training LOCATION: Midlands COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Derby, Nottingham, Lincoln, Leicester, Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby, Mansfield, Stoke, Wolverhampton, Rugby, Solihull, Walsall, Redditch, Worcester, Coventry, Dudley JOB DESCRIPTION: Gate Automation Engineer - Electric Gates, Engineering As our Gate Automation Engineer, you'll be dealing directly with customers and residents, so professionalism, communication skills, and attention to detail are important. No two days are the same. You'll be working on a variety of projects including: Installing new gate automation systems Upgrading and retrofitting existing installations Safety upgrades and compliance work Fault finding and repairs Planned service and maintenance Working independently and as part of a two-person installation team PERSON SPECIFICATION: Gate Automation Engineer - Electric Gates, Engineering We're keen to speak with Engineers who already have hands-on experience in gate automation and can hit the ground running. Ideally, you'll have experience with systems such as, CAME, Roger Technology, Beninca & BFT. You'll also need: A full UK driving Licence Strong fault-finding and installation experience Good understanding of health and safety requirements The ability to work independently and manage your workload THE COMPANY: A family run established company (circa 40 years) based in Leicestershire, proudly stands as one of the leading bespoke automation businesses in the UK. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: AM18531, Wallace Hind Selection

Gate Automation Engineer (Gates, Barriers & Access Control) Location: East London or Southeast London, (occasionally covering Midlands to South Coast) Salary: £30,000 £45,000 DOE OTE: £50,000+ with overtime & bonuses Industry: Security & Automation ABOUT We are working with a growing and well-established automation company, looking to add an experienced Gate Automation Engineer to their close-knit team. This role will focus primarily on installation and service. Benefits Gate Automation Engineer Company van with personal use Door-to-door travel paid Strong overtime opportunities (1.5x Saturdays, 2x Sundays) Performance-based bonuses 28 days holiday including bank holidays Call-out rota with additional earning potential Stable team environment Opportunity to earn up to £50K+ 08.00am-16.00pm working day Responsibilities Gate Automation Engineer As a Gate Automation Engineer, your role will include: Installing and servicing automated gate and barrier systems Working on access control systems including Paxton, Net2, and Salto Fault finding and diagnostics on a range of systems Covering sites across the Midlands to the South Coast Ensuring all work is completed to high safety and quality standards Requirements Gate Automation Engineer Experience with automation systems (BFT, NICE, CAME, FAAC) Knowledge of access control systems (Paxton, Net2, Salto, Videx) Background in installation and/or service Full UK driving licence Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Why Join? This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and growing company that values its engineers. With a strong work-life balance, excellent earning potential, and a steady pipeline of work, this role offers both stability and progression. Apply Now! If you're an experienced Gate Automation Engineer based in or near East London or Southeast London , this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development. 4way Recruitment - UK Specialists in Fire & Security Recruitment since 2015. Automation Engineer, Gate Automation, Access Control, Paxton, Net2, Salto, Videx, BFT, NICE, CAME, FAAC, Installation Engineer, Service Engineer, Security Engineer

Regulatory Consultant - Open Banking - SQL skills 6-Month Contract 400 - 480/day (Inside IR35) Hybrid London - 3 days per week A global technology organisation is seeking an experienced Open Banking Regulatory Consultant to support regulatory compliance and operational governance across multiple international markets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing global team responsible for ensuring compliance with Open Banking and payment regulations while working closely with engineering, product and risk stakeholders. Responsibilities: Produce and submit regulatory reports relating to Open Banking and payment regulations Monitor API performance, availability and operational metrics to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Investigate incidents, reporting discrepancies and operational issues, working alongside engineering teams to identify root causes. Support incident reporting and regulatory notification processes. Maintain reporting documentation, governance processes and regulatory reporting schedules. Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Compliance and Risk teams to ensure regulatory requirements are translated into operational processes. Support internal audits, regulatory reviews and ad hoc compliance requests. Contribute to the development and improvement of reporting automation and data quality. Skills & Experience: Previous experience in regulatory reporting, compliance analytics or regulatory operations within payments, banking or fintech. Strong understanding of UK and/or EU payment regulations (PSD2, Payment Services Regulations, FCA or related frameworks). Experience working with large transactional datasets. Strong SQL skills for querying and validating data. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience working across technical and non-technical teams. Comfortable working independently within a fast-paced global environment. Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Test Manager Warton based role (Hybrid working) 53.24 per hour Umbrella Inside IR35 6 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based in Warton. Hybrid working 3 days per week in the office. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): Strategic Test Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive testing strategy for the entire value stream, aligning with business objectives, security requirements, and quality standards. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Development Leads, Security Engineers, and other stakeholders across multiple product teams to embed quality and testing throughout the development lifecycle. Test Process Definition and Improvement: Define, implement, and continuously improve testing processes, methodologies (e.g., Agile testing, BDD, TDD), and best practices across the value stream. Test Planning and Execution Oversight: Oversee the creation and execution of comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test data management strategies by the product teams. Risk and Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate testing-related risks and issues across the value stream, ensuring timely escalation and resolution. Test Environment and Data Management: Collaborate with relevant teams to ensure the availability and suitability of test environments and data for effective testing. Test Automation Strategy: Define and drive the adoption of a robust test automation strategy across the value stream, including the selection of appropriate tools and frameworks. Performance and Security Testing Oversight: Ensure adequate performance and security testing are integrated into the development lifecycle, working closely with specialist teams. Reporting and Metrics: Establish and track key testing metrics and provide clear and concise reports on test progress, quality, and risks to stakeholders. Vendor Management: Manage relationships with any external testing vendors or partners. Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: Ensure testing activities align with relevant compliance and regulatory requirements Knowledge: Essential: Awareness of business unit policies and processes. Experience of working in an IT Function. Familiarity with IT trends and good practice. Desirable: Experience working on digital platform development projects. Experience in the defence, security, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries. Knowledge of specific security testing tools and techniques. Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Relevant testing certifications. For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.

Infrastructure Engineer - Linux Infrastructure Engineer - Linux The location of the role is Hursley, Winchester OR Leicester (onsite position) . The duration of the initial assignment is 12 months . The salary on offer is 41,000 - 48,000 . Candidates must have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance (UK national with minimum of 5 years' consecutive residency). We are actively looking to secure an Infrastructure Engineer (Linux) to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: We are seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to support, maintain, and automate the critical infrastructure underpinning the HOB programme. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our Red Hat Linux and virtualized environments. You will play a key part in maintaining systems that directly impact national security and public services. Your Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our Red Hat Linux and virtualized environments. You will play a key part in maintaining systems that directly impact national security and public services. Your Skills: System Administration: Manage, maintain, and optimize enterprise Red Hat Linux (RHEL) operating systems. Infrastructure & Virtualization: Configure and manage virtualized environments utilizing KVM and modern virtualization technologies. Automation & Configuration: Utilize Ansible to automate routine system tasks, deployments, and configuration management. Patch & Lifecycle Management: Oversee system deployment, patching, and compliance using Red Hat Satellite. Scripting & Tooling: Develop and maintain efficient Shell scripts to streamline operational processes and system monitoring. Command Line Operations: Confidently navigate, troubleshoot, and manage systems via the Command Line Interface (CLI). Collaboration: Work alongside security, development, and delivery teams to ensure alignment Red Hat Linux Operating System: Deep technical understanding of RHEL administration, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. Command Line Interface (CLI): Advanced proficiency in navigating and managing Linux environments through the CLI. Shell Scripting: Proven ability to write and debug Bash/Shell scripts for automation and system management. KVM & Virtualization: Practical experience managing and configuring virtual machines and host infrastructure within a KVM environment. Red Hat Satellite: Experience using Satellite for centralized lifecycle management, patching, and provisioning. Ansible: Experience writing and executing Ansible playbooks for infrastructure automation and configuration management. Benefits Include: Contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Program Medical and Dental cover 22 days holiday + bank holidays Maternity Pay/Shared Parental leave and paternity leave Sick pay If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Security Solutions Architect London Hybrid A leading global financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Security Solutions Architect to join its Architecture function, shaping and delivering secure, resilient technology solutions across a complex enterprise environment. The Role You will be responsible for designing and governing security architecture across a range of strategic technology initiatives, ensuring solutions are secure by design, scalable, and aligned to business and regulatory requirements. Working closely with architecture, engineering, and delivery teams, you will produce high-level designs, conduct threat modelling and risk assessments, and provide architectural leadership throughout project lifecycles. Key Responsibilities Develop high-level security architecture and solution designs for enterprise technology initiatives. Evaluate emerging technologies and security tooling, providing recommendations and business justification. Conduct threat modelling, security risk assessments, and secure-by-design reviews. Define security controls, network architectures, and data flow models for internal and external integrations. Provide technical guidance to engineering, testing, and delivery teams during implementation. Contribute to security roadmaps, standards, policies, and architectural best practices. Engage with senior stakeholders across technology and business functions. About You Proven experience as a Security Architect, Solutions Architect, or Security Design Lead within a complex enterprise environment. Strong background across multiple security domains, including Identity & Access Management, SIEM, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Data Security, Application Security, Network Security, and Privileged Access Management. Experience designing security solutions across cloud, infrastructure, networking, automation, containerisation, and end-user technology environments. Strong understanding of networking technologies including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, secure remote access, and data transfer solutions. Demonstrated experience producing architecture documentation and presenting solutions to governance and design authorities. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills. Desirable Qualifications CISSP or equivalent security architecture certification. Cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, or similar). Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect, AWS Security Specialty, or related credentials. What's on Offer Opportunity to influence security strategy within a highly regulated, mission-critical environment. Exposure to complex global technology programmes. Collaborative and innovative culture with strong investment in technology and security. Apply Now to avoid disappointment! To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Connect2Hackney are looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary ICT team with the London Borough of Hackney. In this role, you will take the lead on designing, delivering, and optimising our self-service cloud infrastructure, operating systems, and business applications. You will ensure our platforms remain secure, highly available, sustainable, and performant, all while offering a high-quality user experience for our software engineers and suppliers. Working with an Agile mindset under broad direction, you will have a significant say in resource management, task assignment, and shaping our organisational cloud standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of solution architectures and design large, complex cloud-based service solutions while balancing functional and non-functional requirements. Oversee the configuration, deployment, lifecycle management, and patching of server operating systems and critical business applications. Direct the migration of IT services from traditional infrastructure to cloud-based systems. Take technical responsibility across all stages of software development and systems integration, driving capabilities around automation and continuous integration (CI). Embed robust security controls into your designs to mitigate threats, actively monitor security compliance, investigate vulnerabilities, and maintain data integrity. Motivate, inspire, and share expertise with a multi-disciplinary team. Build effective business relationships across the council, managing stakeholder needs with diverse objectives. Participate on a rota basis with other senior managers to coordinate and deliver effective user support (including out-of-hours support where applicable, for which an additional payment is offered). Who We Are Looking For We want a proactive professional who thrives at an SFIA Level 5 standard. You should bring technical expertise across: Cloud Engineering & Solution Architecture (predictive and adaptive/agile approaches). Programming, Software Development, and Systems Integration . Network Design & IT Infrastructure optimisation . Security Operations and server operating system configurations. Qualifications: Ideally, you are educated to a bachelor's degree level and/or hold a relevant professional qualification (e.g., AWS certification). Note: Consideration will gladly be given to applicants without these formal qualifications if you can demonstrate you have successfully worked at a similar level. Why Join Hackney? At Hackney, we promote a "one organisation" approach built on inclusion, transparency, and financial prudence. We are dedicated to delivering innovative services that provide high quality and excellent value for money to our local residents and businesses. You will have the unique opportunity to collaborate across diverse matrix areas, ranging from Cyber Security and Engineering to Data & Insight and Customer Experience, ensuring real, sustainable growth for your career. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Security Engineer Hybrid (2 days onsite - London) / 12-month contract / Up to 700 PD (Inside IR35) / SC Cleared Role Overview: A prestigious public sector organisation is hiring two Senior Security Engineers with experience implementing Palo Alto Networks XSIAM within an enterprise highly secure government owner corporation. This is paying up to 700 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in London 2 x PW with some flex longer term. You must have active SC clearance. You will play a key role in implementing, configuring, and managing Palo Alto Networks XSIAM to improve threat detection, incident response, security monitoring, and operational resilience. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior security professional to support a major cyber security initiative, improving automation, security analytics, and compliance with evolving Government security standards, including the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Minimum Cyber Security Standard. Key Responsibilities: Implement and manage Palo Alto Networks XSIAM security platform Configure security policies, rules, and monitoring capabilities Improve threat detection, response, and security automation Investigate security alerts and support incident response activities Integrate security tools and enhance operational workflows Provide technical guidance to security and IT teams Produce security reporting and support continuous improvement Essential: Strong experience within Security Operations / SOC environments Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks XSIAM or similar security platforms Strong knowledge of threat detection, monitoring, and incident response Experience with security tooling integration and automation Ability to analyse security incidents and identify threats Experience working in complex or regulated environments Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Active SC Clearance required Top 3 Evaluation Criteria: Palo Alto Networks XSIAM / security platform implementation experience Security operations, threat detection, and incident response expertise Experience working within complex security environments and collaborating with stakeholders Interview Process: 1 stage process on Teams

QA Lead - AI-Driven Platform Transformation London Hybrid Working Up to £500 per Day Inside IR35 6-12 Month Contract Long-Term Programme We are seeking an experienced QA Lead to join a major AI-enabled platform transformation programme for a leading insurance organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on technical QA leader to define, lead, and evolve Quality Engineering practices across a complex enterprise transformation. You will play a critical role in establishing modern automation-first testing approaches, embedding quality governance, and driving the adoption of AI-powered testing capabilities across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Working closely with Engineering, Architecture, Product, Delivery, and DevOps teams, you will ensure quality remains at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Candidates must have proven experience delivering AI-driven testing initiatives and have worked on multiple AI-enabled projects. The Role As QA Lead, you will be responsible for defining and executing the overall test strategy across a large-scale transformation programme. You will lead the adoption of modern Quality Engineering practices, drive automation maturity, and support continuous delivery through robust testing frameworks, governance, and AI-driven quality assurance. This role requires a blend of strategic leadership and hands-on technical expertise, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed quality across multiple delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Technical Leadership Define and implement a modern, automation-first Quality Engineering strategy. Align quality practices with an AI-enabled Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Act as the technical authority for QA, testing standards, and best practices. Promote a quality-first culture across Agile delivery teams. Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to QA and Test Engineering teams. Automation & AI-Driven Testing Lead the adoption and expansion of automated testing across the programme. Drive the development and optimisation of automation frameworks. Implement AI-driven testing approaches including: Automated test generation Regression optimisation Defect prediction and analysis Self-healing automation Intelligent test maintenance Evaluate and implement AI-powered tools to improve testing efficiency and coverage. Champion the use of Microsoft Copilot and emerging AI technologies within Quality Engineering. SDLC, Governance & Quality Assurance Establish robust quality governance, standards, and controls. Ensure traceability across requirements, testing, and delivery. Develop quality metrics, reporting, and release readiness measures. Support auditability and compliance requirements within a regulated environment. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing practices. Platform & Integration Testing Own testing strategy across key business capabilities including: Workflow Management Underwriting Pricing Policy Lifecycle Management Ensure comprehensive end-to-end testing coverage across integrated platforms and services. Support API, microservices, integration, functional, and regression testing activities. CI/CD & Continuous Testing Optimise testing within CI/CD pipelines. Support multiple releases through an automation-first approach. Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve delivery quality and pipeline reliability. Embed continuous testing and quality gates throughout the development lifecycle. Essential Skills & Experience Quality Engineering & Automation Proven experience as a QA Lead, Test Lead, or Quality Engineering Lead. Strong background in enterprise-scale Quality Engineering and testing strategy. Extensive experience implementing automation-first testing approaches. Strong understanding of test architecture and automation best practices. Automation Technologies Hands-on experience with: Selenium Playwright Cypress API & Integration Testing Strong experience testing APIs, integrations, and microservices-based architectures. Experience designing end-to-end quality strategies for complex distributed systems. DevOps & CI/CD Experience working within DevOps environments. Strong knowledge of: Azure DevOps GitHub Actions CI/CD Pipelines Continuous Testing practices AI Experience (Mandatory) Proven experience delivering AI-driven testing solutions within enterprise environments. Demonstrable experience working on multiple AI-enabled transformation or product delivery programmes. Experience using AI tools for test generation, optimisation, defect analysis, automation enhancement, or intelligent quality engineering. Experience with Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, or other AI-powered QA solutions. Proven track record of driving AI adoption and delivering measurable outcomes through AI-enabled testing. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will possess: 10+ years' experience in QA, Testing, or Quality Engineering. Proven experience leading QA teams within complex transformation programmes. Strong automation and DevOps background. Demonstrable experience across several AI-driven projects and initiatives. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Hands-on technical leadership capability. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, evolving delivery environments. What's on Offer? Up to £500 per day Inside IR35 Hybrid London working High-profile AI-enabled transformation programme Opportunity to shape Quality Engineering strategy and standards Exposure to cutting-edge AI, automation, and cloud technologies Long-term contract with strong extension potential Please note: Candidates must be able to demonstrate proven AI project experience, including delivery of AI-enabled testing or quality engineering initiatives across multiple programmes.

Junior Business Solutions Developer Full Time - Central London Hybrid: 3 Days per week in the office, 2 days WFH Package: 35k - 40k base DOE + Benefits Are you at an early stage in your development career, technically curious, and motivated by practical problem-solving? If you are keen to see your work make a direct, visible difference to how a business operates, this is a must-apply opportunity. Working with a highly respected, forward-thinking financial services firm managing over 5 billion in assets, you will join a small, hands-on technology function. This role has been created to add capacity to the team, allowing the senior lead to focus on complex projects while you manage the development log, handling bugs, change requests, and smaller projects. You will receive structured onboarding and close, daily virtual mentoring from an experienced Systems Engineer. This is a brilliant opportunity to gain immense exposure to enterprise-level technology challenges in an agile environment where no two projects are exactly the same. Key Responsibilities Tool Development & Maintenance: Support the design, development, and enhancement of internal business applications, automations, and workflow systems using the Microsoft Power Platform, Excel, and SharePoint. System Troubleshooting: Actively investigate system issues, fix bugs submitted to the company-wide development log, support internal users, and implement technical enhancements. Data & Process Automation: Identify manual processes to automate, improve data quality, accessibility, and reporting, and support seamless integration between internal systems. Collaboration & Requirements Gathering: Partner closely with colleagues across the business to understand their operational workflows and translate their requirements into practical, reliable solutions. Testing & Documentation: Thoroughly test changes before release, follow structured change control processes, and produce clear technical, process, and user documentation. Key Skills & Requirements Technical Grounding: Good experience with Microsoft Excel (including formulas and structured data) alongside familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools like Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint. Low-Code/Logical Aptitude: Some experience with the Microsoft Power Platform (specifically Power Apps and Power Automate), with the ability to think logically and work with workflows or low-code configuration. Core Competencies: Strong autonomy, maturity, exceptional attention to detail, and a genuine willingness to learn new enterprise skills. Communication & Structure: Excellent collaborative communication skills to gather requirements from stakeholders and document work clearly whilst following structured processes. Desirables: Experience using or maintaining VBA macros, basic programming/scripting exposure (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Power Fx, SQL), or an awareness of testing, version control, Azure services, or data architecture. Work Model & Location This is a hybrid role based in the London office, requiring a minimum of three days in-office and two days working from home. You will join a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas are genuinely encouraged, and your contribution is highly valued. Alongside a company-wide recognition service tied closely to corporate values, you will benefit from regular mentoring to scale your skillset across automation, data engineering, and emerging Microsoft technologies. If you have used these technologies or held roles like these, it could be a great fit: Junior Power Platform Developer, Junior Data Engineer, Low-Code Developer, Power Apps Developer, Power Automate Specialist, Junior Automation Engineer, Junior Business Analyst, Graduate Developer, Excel VBA Developer. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Servicing and fault finding Installation Must have full Driving Licence Van provided. Installation and Commissioning of Gate Automation Force Testing Carrying out Risk Assessments Installation of Automated Barriers Installation of Access control systems Associated Welding works

Location: Wokingham, preference for 5 days per week onsite, flexibility for 3 days per week may be considered Start Day: ASAP Contract Rate: 500 per day inside IR35 Duration: 6 months initially Role Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Full-Stack Developer with expertise in Azure, .NET Core, C#, React, and Azure DevOps to join a growing technology team. Working closely with architects, DevOps engineers, and developers, you will be responsible for developing, deploying, maintaining, and supporting scalable cloud-based applications on Microsoft Azure, with a focus on automation, reliability, performance optimisation, and large-scale data processing. Key Responsibilities Develop, deploy, and maintain applications using .NET Core, C#, Entity Framework, React, and Azure. Build and support scalable cloud solutions using AKS, App Services, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure AD, Key Vault, Application Gateway, Container Registry, Application Insights, and Log Analytics. Develop and integrate REST APIs and third-party services. Implement and support Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployments. Write unit tests and contribute to high-quality, maintainable code. Monitor application performance, troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement fixes. Optimise SQL queries and application performance. Document technical decisions and application workflows. Support live production environments and ongoing platform improvements. Skills & Experience Essential 6-8 years' software development experience. Strong experience with Azure, .NET Core, C#, Entity Framework, React, REST APIs, SQL, AKS, App Services, Azure SQL Database, Azure Blob Storage, Azure AD, and Azure DevOps. Experience with CI/CD, application monitoring, and production support. Knowledge of authentication and security technologies including SAML, OAuth, OIDC, MFA, and RBAC. Strong SQL and database optimisation skills. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Desirable Experience with Azure infrastructure, security, monitoring, containers, and identity services. Knowledge of Azure AD B2C, PowerShell, Git, ARM Templates, Bicep, Terraform, JIRA, Confluence, and ServiceNow. Experience with SQL and NoSQL environments. Familiarity with GRIB, NETCDF, Parquet, and JSON data formats. Azure Developer certification. If you have the relevant skills and experience, please do apply promptly to be considered.

Data Analyst Hybrid Central Bristol 40,000- 50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits We're excited to be recruiting exclusively for a Data Analyst to join a startup-style team within a global, data-driven organisation. Think fast-moving, well-funded, plenty of autonomy, and a collaborative culture that's committed to building innovative data products. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving data quality, solving complex data challenges, automating processes, and working closely with both technical teams and customers to deliver accurate, trusted data. A Typical Day-to-Day Working across Engineering, Delivery and Customer Success, you'll take ownership of data quality across customer integrations, ensuring operational and financial data is accurate, consistent and reliable. Responsibilities include: Owning data quality across customer integrations, ensuring operational and financial data is accurate and consistent Using SQL and Python to investigate data issues, automate quality checks, and improve validation processes Working with Engineering to resolve data discrepancies and support platform integrations Creating client reports, supporting customer onboarding, and helping resolve data-related queries Documenting QA processes and driving best practice across the platform We're Looking For 3+ years' experience as a Data Analyst in a SaaS, technology or enterprise environment Strong SQL skills, with Python for automation and data analysis Experience in data validation, QA and working with financial data Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail Confident working with both technical teams and customers Nice to Have Experience with any of the following would be an advantage: SaaS or enterprise data environments Data integration or ETL processes Git or other version control tools Familiarity with semantic layer tools such as Cube or LookM Why Apply? You'll be joining a highly collaborative team where your work directly influences product quality and customer success. This is a role where you'll have genuine ownership, exposure to complex technical challenges, and the opportunity to make a visible impact as the platform continues to grow

Automation Engineer £38,000 + Company Vehicle Birmingham / Stoke-on-Trent Location: Birmingham / Stoke-on-Trent (Field Based) Salary: £38,000 OTE: Competitive basic salary plus overtime and on-call opportunities Industry: Automation Our client is a well-established provider of automated access solutions, delivering installation, maintenance, and repair services across both residential and commercial environments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join their field-based team, supporting customers across the Midlands region. Benefits Automation Engineer • Competitive salary of £38,000 • Company vehicle provided • Permanent, full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule • Overtime opportunities available for additional earnings • Participation in an on-call rota with extra earning potential • Stable workload across diverse projects • Ongoing training and professional development • Work with a respected and growing organisation Responsibilities Automation Engineer As an Automation Engineer, your role will include: • Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults • Installing and commissioning automatic doors, gates, and barriers • Conducting site surveys and system inspections • Responding to reactive breakdowns and fault-finding callouts • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and servicing • Completing accurate job reports and documentation • Maintaining high standards of health and safety compliance • Managing timesheets and service records efficiently • Participating in the on-call rota and supporting out-of-hours work when required Requirements Automation Engineer • ADSA or ADIA accreditation • Minimum of 3 years' experience working with automatic doors, gates, or barriers • Full UK manual driving licence • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication and customer service abilities • High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship • Flexible approach to work and willingness to support operational requirements • Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively Why Join? • Join a growing organisation that values its engineers and provides a supportive working environment • Benefit from a varied workload • Develop your technical expertise while working with a broad range of automated access systems Apply Now! If you're an experienced Automation Engineer based in or near Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent, or the surrounding Midlands area, this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development. 4way Recruitment - UK Specialists in Fire & Security Recruitment since 2015. Indeed Tag: IND-MIDS

Introduction Join an organisation at the forefront of delivering innovative, large-scale technology programmes that support a cleaner, more sustainable future. This is an opportunity to shape how quality is embedded across enterprise-wide change, ensuring technology solutions are reliable, resilient and ready for users from day one. Role Overview: Location: Hybrid - Derby, Manchester or Warrington (1-2 days a week in office) Package: £53,700 - £70,000 + excellent benefits Industry: Energy / Engineering / Technology What You'll Be Doing: Develop and lead a risk-based Test & QA strategy that is embedded throughout the delivery lifecycle. Establish and maintain consistent testing frameworks, governance and quality standards across multiple programmes. Oversee functional, non-functional, end-to-end process and user acceptance testing to ensure robust delivery. Work closely with project managers, solution architects and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, business-ready solutions. Promote best practice in quality assurance across the wider delivery community. Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including test automation and modern testing approaches. Provide expert QA guidance, helping teams identify and mitigate risks early in the change lifecycle. Drive confidence in delivery by ensuring solutions are operationally ready and fit for purpose. Main Skills Needed: Proven experience leading Test & QA activities across complex enterprise systems and large-scale change programmes. Strong understanding of functional, non-functional, integration, end-to-end and user acceptance testing. Experience establishing QA governance, assurance frameworks and risk-based testing strategies. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and embed quality throughout project delivery. Confident mentoring and supporting delivery teams to improve testing maturity and outcomes. A collaborative approach with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Passion for continuous improvement, innovation and driving quality across technology programmes. What's in It for You: Hybrid working with flexibility around office location. Performance-related bonus of up to 12.5%. £2,200 flexible benefits allowance to tailor your package. Generous pension contribution with 12% employer contribution. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional leave. Private medical insurance. Life assurance at six times pensionable salary. £250 home office allowance for new starters. The opportunity to play a key role in delivering meaningful, enterprise-wide transformation within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Curious? Apply now - or grab five minutes with us to hear more. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition Solutions mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.

Network Cisco Specialist - 3rd Line Base: 90,000 base salary plus benefits, perks, healthcare options and 5% on call allowance Location: Hybrid / Client Base in London Type: Permanent We're looking for an experienced Network Cisco Specialist (3rd Line) to join a high-performing Network Operations team, providing expert support across enterprise Cisco networking and security environments. This role will see you taking ownership of complex incidents and changes, acting as a senior escalation point, supporting major projects, and serving as a technical SME across key Cisco technologies. Key Responsibilities Own complex faults and changes through to resolution. Escalation point for 2nd Line engineers. Support customer and vendor engagements. Perform root cause analysis and problem management. Deliver network and security projects. Manage firmware upgrades, documentation, and DR testing. Mentor colleagues and contribute to technical development. Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience with: Cisco ISE Cisco DNA Center Cisco Wireless Experience with NGFW technologies (Cisco Firepower, Palo Alto, FortiGate). CCNP-level networking knowledge. Strong understanding of: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP VLANs, STP, Trunking HSRP, VRRP, BFD Packet capture and troubleshooting expertise. Excellent communication and customer-facing skills. Desirable Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification. Cisco Umbrella and SD-WAN experience. HPE Aruba exposure. Automation experience with Ansible and/or Python. Azure and AWS knowledge. MSP experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically strong team working with cutting-edge Cisco networking, security, and automation technologies while continuing to develop your expertise and career.