As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally. Candidates must have legal work authorization to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. SS8 is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. About The Role SS8 is seeking a bright and motivated C++ Software Engineer with 4 years of experience to join our core engineering team. This role is firmly focused on hands-on C++ development, working on high-performance, high-volume data processing systems in telecom and similar environments. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, contribute to real-world systems, and progressively take on more responsibility across design, implementation, and optimization. What You'll Work On Developing high performance C++ software for telecom signaling, data processing, and related systems Implementing efficient decoding/encoding algorithms for large-scale network data Building and optimizing low-latency, high-throughput processing pipelines Working within Linux environments (GCC toolchain). Performing debugging, profiling, performance tuning, and reliability improvements. Using AI assisted development tools to accelerate coding and automated testing. Collaborating with senior engineers on architecture, design, and client driven requirements. Participating in continuous integration, code reviews, and quality assurance processes. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain software using modern C++ (C+ and beyond) and STL. Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability Work with IP networking protocols and communication systems. Perform multi threaded debugging and troubleshooting using GDB or MSVC. Write Linux scripts and manage OS level tasks Use Git for version control and collaborate effectively within a team environment. Leverage AI coding tools to improve productivity and testing coverage Contribute to containerised and orchestrated environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Required Experience & Qualifications 4 years of professional C++ development experience Strong academic background with a Computer Science (or related) degree (2:1 or higher) Strong understanding of performance tuning and efficient code design Demonstrated passion for solving complex technical challenges Experience using AI-assisted development tools for coding and testing Excellent knowledge of: Modern C++ (C++) and STL Linux development (GCC toolchain) IP networking protocols Decoding/encoding techniques High-volume data processing and optimization Linux scripting and OS-level operations Nice to Have Experience with telecom protocols or signaling systems (SS7, RANAP, S1AP, NGAP, etc.). Knowledge of cellular network infrastructure and 3GPP RAN/RRC standards (GSM, UMTS, LTE, NR). Understanding of RAN based location techniques and cell tracing technologies. Wireshark or other protocol analysis tools. Jenkins or other CI/CD pipeline experience. Performance profiling tools. Functional testing using Python or similar scripting languages. Experience in high throughput environments such as financial data processing. SS8 does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, and provides reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. SS8 does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third parties. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Company, and no fees will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally. Candidates must have legal work authorization to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. SS8 is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. About The Role SS8 is seeking a bright and motivated C++ Software Engineer with 4 years of experience to join our core engineering team. This role is firmly focused on hands-on C++ development, working on high-performance, high-volume data processing systems in telecom and similar environments. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, contribute to real-world systems, and progressively take on more responsibility across design, implementation, and optimization. What You'll Work On Developing high performance C++ software for telecom signaling, data processing, and related systems Implementing efficient decoding/encoding algorithms for large-scale network data Building and optimizing low-latency, high-throughput processing pipelines Working within Linux environments (GCC toolchain). Performing debugging, profiling, performance tuning, and reliability improvements. Using AI assisted development tools to accelerate coding and automated testing. Collaborating with senior engineers on architecture, design, and client driven requirements. Participating in continuous integration, code reviews, and quality assurance processes. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain software using modern C++ (C+ and beyond) and STL. Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability Work with IP networking protocols and communication systems. Perform multi threaded debugging and troubleshooting using GDB or MSVC. Write Linux scripts and manage OS level tasks Use Git for version control and collaborate effectively within a team environment. Leverage AI coding tools to improve productivity and testing coverage Contribute to containerised and orchestrated environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Required Experience & Qualifications 4 years of professional C++ development experience Strong academic background with a Computer Science (or related) degree (2:1 or higher) Strong understanding of performance tuning and efficient code design Demonstrated passion for solving complex technical challenges Experience using AI-assisted development tools for coding and testing Excellent knowledge of: Modern C++ (C++) and STL Linux development (GCC toolchain) IP networking protocols Decoding/encoding techniques High-volume data processing and optimization Linux scripting and OS-level operations Nice to Have Experience with telecom protocols or signaling systems (SS7, RANAP, S1AP, NGAP, etc.). Knowledge of cellular network infrastructure and 3GPP RAN/RRC standards (GSM, UMTS, LTE, NR). Understanding of RAN based location techniques and cell tracing technologies. Wireshark or other protocol analysis tools. Jenkins or other CI/CD pipeline experience. Performance profiling tools. Functional testing using Python or similar scripting languages. Experience in high throughput environments such as financial data processing. SS8 does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, and provides reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. SS8 does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third parties. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of Company, and no fees will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result.
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Senior Project Delivery Manager Contract type: Permanent Full Time Location: London or Newcastle offices based with a min 2 days a week attendance in either office. Salary: London c£74,000 Newcastle c£64,750 plus civil service employee pension contribution of 28.9% Nationality Requirement: • UK Nationals • Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK • Nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with (or eligible for) status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) Please be aware that we do not provide sponsorship for work visas for this position. Applicants must already meet the nationality requirements outlined above. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the HR Service desk should you have any questions on your nationality eligibility. The deadline for applications is 11.59pm Sunday 28th June. There will be two stage interview process with the 1st stage being conducted over MS Teams WC 6th July and the final stage taking place in our offices WC 13th July. For the final stage candidates will be expected to provide a short presentation. About the NAO The National Audit Office (NAO) scrutinises public spending on behalf of Parliament, helping it hold government departments to account and supporting public service leaders to improve performance and service delivery. We are totally independent of government. About the job The Senior Project Delivery Manager is responsible for leading delivery of digital projects and workstreams within the Digital Services team. The role will provide clear project reporting to project boards and the Head of IT. The role will lead governance, reporting, risk and issue management and stakeholder coordination. The role operates in a matrix management environment rather than formal line management. The successful candidate will have experience of using PRINCE2 or agile methodologies whilst collaborating with mixed teams to achieve common goals. Azure DevOps experience/awareness is also beneficial. Key responsibilities include: Project Management Setting up projects with the NAO s standard templates to ensure major milestones and activities to achieve them are captured, monitored, and reported against. Maintain project plans and controls throughout delivery to support project tracking and reporting. Provide clear updates to management on project progress, proactively raising concerns, issues, and risks with project team members, and escalating where required. Work with business and technical architects, designers, and analysts to ensure projects adhere to standards. Collaborate closely with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will be able to prioritise effectively across multiple projects to deliver the greatest impact. There will be no formal line management responsibilities, but individual projects will entail coordinating project teams of NAO staff, typically through a matrix-management model and third-party resources. The role reports to the Head of PMO or equivalent. Internal/External relationships: DS management, all within DS, Engagement & Change, Business Analysts, Test Leads, and other Delivery Managers Programme / Project Boards, Programme / Project delivery team members Build effective relationships with staff at all levels, working directly with users to ensure technology systems and services meet user and wider business needs. Build effective relationships across NAO audit and corporate service teams to ensure stakeholders remain engaged and informed. Work closely with service owners to ensure priorities, resource implications and service impacts are understood and managed. External relationships with suppliers. Resources managed: Staff: No line management responsibilities. Staff allocation management will depend on the size of projects. Projects can comprise cross-functional teams at a range of seniorities. External resources: Manage external consultants and specialists as required. Budget: Support the management of project budgets and financial controls, as appropriate. Job responsibilities The Senior Project Delivery Manager is responsible for delivering key projects within the NAO s digital change programme. Key responsibilities include: Project Delivery (95%) Lead the delivery and day-to-day management of Digital Services projects. Help define and document the project scope, goals and deliverables that support business objectives, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Manage projects on a day-to-day basis on behalf of the sponsor / Project Board through the full life cycle, in accordance with NAO guidance and standards. Produce high-quality project reporting and governance documentation, including progress, risk, issue and status reporting for project teams, senior stakeholders, and boards. Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and effective financial control. Establish project controls and ensure they are effective (e.g. governance, risk and issue management, highlight and exception reporting, project reviews). Communicate project goals and progress clearly to team members and stakeholders. Support the technical project owner by helping to lead and coordinate project delivery teams, delegating where appropriate, to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of fit-for-purpose business and technology solutions. Work with others to develop change management plans, including communication and engagement plans. Manage stakeholder relationships across the business to support successful project initiation, transition into business-as-usual, and closure. Ensure projects are appropriately resourced to deliver the required outputs, negotiating with department managers and external suppliers to secure resources as needed. Identify and manage project and inter-project dependencies, including critical path activities. Plan, schedule and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Proactively manage changes to project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans, providing project boards with options for resolution. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project lifecycle. Build strong working relationships that support successful project delivery. Lead project reviews and capture lessons learned to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. Apply appropriate project delivery tools, governance, and controls to support effective project execution. Share knowledge and embed good project delivery practice across the team. Contribute to solution development by ensuring options align with business needs and relevant information and data architecture. Personnel Management (5%) Provide timely, delivery-focused feedback on the contribution of project team members through agreed project and performance processes. Support, coach and coordinate project team members and contractors encouraging proactive working and accountability. Delegate tasks and responsibilities as appropriate. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. Key skills, behaviours, and experience Qualifications and Training: Formal training and experience in at least one modern software development lifecycle / methodology (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile) essential. Essential Experience Experience of delivering digital change initiatives and projects including infrastructure, cloud, or network related change. Strong leadership and coordination skills, with experience of leading multi-disciplinary business and technology teams, and the ability to coordinate resources effectively. Experience of planning, monitoring, and reporting on projects using relevant tools (e.g. MS Project, Azure DevOps). Desirable Experience Experience of using Azure DevOps. Experience of workshop facilitation. Skills and behaviours Positive, delivery-focused approach. Self-aware with excellent people skills. Ability to negotiate, manage conflict, influence outcomes, and gain buy-in for new initiatives and ways of working. Strong verbal and written communication skills with customers, key stakeholders, and technical staff at all levels, including presentation skills. Ability to clearly articulate and communicate project concepts and issues to both technical and non-technical staff. Understanding of business analysis techniques and how they support the delivery of digital change projects. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a complex and changing environment. Equal opportunities and diversity Disability and Reasonable Adjustments: Applicants with a disability who wish their application to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme should confirm this when submitting their application. Under this scheme we guarantee an interview to an applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for the role. You should also let our HR team know if you wish us to consider any Reasonable Adjustments at any stage of the process (HR Service Desk: ). Applicants will not be discriminated against on the grounds of any protected characteristic or any other extraneous factor. How to apply. Please upload an up to date cv with a covering letter clearly setting out your suitability and interest in the role.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Delivery Manager Contract type: Permanent Full Time Location: London or Newcastle offices based with a min 2 days a week attendance in either office. Salary: London c£74,000 Newcastle c£64,750 plus civil service employee pension contribution of 28.9% Nationality Requirement: • UK Nationals • Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK • Nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with (or eligible for) status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) Please be aware that we do not provide sponsorship for work visas for this position. Applicants must already meet the nationality requirements outlined above. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the HR Service desk should you have any questions on your nationality eligibility. The deadline for applications is 11.59pm Sunday 28th June. There will be two stage interview process with the 1st stage being conducted over MS Teams WC 6th July and the final stage taking place in our offices WC 13th July. For the final stage candidates will be expected to provide a short presentation. About the NAO The National Audit Office (NAO) scrutinises public spending on behalf of Parliament, helping it hold government departments to account and supporting public service leaders to improve performance and service delivery. We are totally independent of government. About the job The Senior Project Delivery Manager is responsible for leading delivery of digital projects and workstreams within the Digital Services team. The role will provide clear project reporting to project boards and the Head of IT. The role will lead governance, reporting, risk and issue management and stakeholder coordination. The role operates in a matrix management environment rather than formal line management. The successful candidate will have experience of using PRINCE2 or agile methodologies whilst collaborating with mixed teams to achieve common goals. Azure DevOps experience/awareness is also beneficial. Key responsibilities include: Project Management Setting up projects with the NAO s standard templates to ensure major milestones and activities to achieve them are captured, monitored, and reported against. Maintain project plans and controls throughout delivery to support project tracking and reporting. Provide clear updates to management on project progress, proactively raising concerns, issues, and risks with project team members, and escalating where required. Work with business and technical architects, designers, and analysts to ensure projects adhere to standards. Collaborate closely with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will be able to prioritise effectively across multiple projects to deliver the greatest impact. There will be no formal line management responsibilities, but individual projects will entail coordinating project teams of NAO staff, typically through a matrix-management model and third-party resources. The role reports to the Head of PMO or equivalent. Internal/External relationships: DS management, all within DS, Engagement & Change, Business Analysts, Test Leads, and other Delivery Managers Programme / Project Boards, Programme / Project delivery team members Build effective relationships with staff at all levels, working directly with users to ensure technology systems and services meet user and wider business needs. Build effective relationships across NAO audit and corporate service teams to ensure stakeholders remain engaged and informed. Work closely with service owners to ensure priorities, resource implications and service impacts are understood and managed. External relationships with suppliers. Resources managed: Staff: No line management responsibilities. Staff allocation management will depend on the size of projects. Projects can comprise cross-functional teams at a range of seniorities. External resources: Manage external consultants and specialists as required. Budget: Support the management of project budgets and financial controls, as appropriate. Job responsibilities The Senior Project Delivery Manager is responsible for delivering key projects within the NAO s digital change programme. Key responsibilities include: Project Delivery (95%) Lead the delivery and day-to-day management of Digital Services projects. Help define and document the project scope, goals and deliverables that support business objectives, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Manage projects on a day-to-day basis on behalf of the sponsor / Project Board through the full life cycle, in accordance with NAO guidance and standards. Produce high-quality project reporting and governance documentation, including progress, risk, issue and status reporting for project teams, senior stakeholders, and boards. Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and effective financial control. Establish project controls and ensure they are effective (e.g. governance, risk and issue management, highlight and exception reporting, project reviews). Communicate project goals and progress clearly to team members and stakeholders. Support the technical project owner by helping to lead and coordinate project delivery teams, delegating where appropriate, to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of fit-for-purpose business and technology solutions. Work with others to develop change management plans, including communication and engagement plans. Manage stakeholder relationships across the business to support successful project initiation, transition into business-as-usual, and closure. Ensure projects are appropriately resourced to deliver the required outputs, negotiating with department managers and external suppliers to secure resources as needed. Identify and manage project and inter-project dependencies, including critical path activities. Plan, schedule and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Proactively manage changes to project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans, providing project boards with options for resolution. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project lifecycle. Build strong working relationships that support successful project delivery. Lead project reviews and capture lessons learned to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. Apply appropriate project delivery tools, governance, and controls to support effective project execution. Share knowledge and embed good project delivery practice across the team. Contribute to solution development by ensuring options align with business needs and relevant information and data architecture. Personnel Management (5%) Provide timely, delivery-focused feedback on the contribution of project team members through agreed project and performance processes. Support, coach and coordinate project team members and contractors encouraging proactive working and accountability. Delegate tasks and responsibilities as appropriate. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. Key skills, behaviours, and experience Qualifications and Training: Formal training and experience in at least one modern software development lifecycle / methodology (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile) essential. Essential Experience Experience of delivering digital change initiatives and projects including infrastructure, cloud, or network related change. Strong leadership and coordination skills, with experience of leading multi-disciplinary business and technology teams, and the ability to coordinate resources effectively. Experience of planning, monitoring, and reporting on projects using relevant tools (e.g. MS Project, Azure DevOps). Desirable Experience Experience of using Azure DevOps. Experience of workshop facilitation. Skills and behaviours Positive, delivery-focused approach. Self-aware with excellent people skills. Ability to negotiate, manage conflict, influence outcomes, and gain buy-in for new initiatives and ways of working. Strong verbal and written communication skills with customers, key stakeholders, and technical staff at all levels, including presentation skills. Ability to clearly articulate and communicate project concepts and issues to both technical and non-technical staff. Understanding of business analysis techniques and how they support the delivery of digital change projects. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a complex and changing environment. Equal opportunities and diversity Disability and Reasonable Adjustments: Applicants with a disability who wish their application to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme should confirm this when submitting their application. Under this scheme we guarantee an interview to an applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for the role. You should also let our HR team know if you wish us to consider any Reasonable Adjustments at any stage of the process (HR Service Desk: ). Applicants will not be discriminated against on the grounds of any protected characteristic or any other extraneous factor. How to apply. Please upload an up to date cv with a covering letter clearly setting out your suitability and interest in the role.
Are you the next Senior Systems Engineer to help build and shape the software behind our next generation laser processing platform? If so, Opsydia would love to hear from you as we expand into new markets and unlock new technical opportunities. Spun out from the University of Oxford in 2017, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and deep expertise in adaptive optics to enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across scientific and industrial domains. Our platform enables the creation of functional devices in optical glass, diamond, and other transparent media, powering disruptive applications in datacoms, quantum technologies, and advanced sensing. THE ROLE As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will take full system-level ownership of Opsydia s next generation laser photonics products. This is a technical leadership role spanning architecture, integration, verification, and productization, ensuring that complex opto electro mechanical subsystems come together into robust, high performance solutions. You will lead the definition, design, and delivery of complete systems, balancing photonics, precision mechanics, automation, software, reliability engineering, and manufacturability. Working across early stage R&D, customer engagements, and product development, you will play a key role in shaping Opsydia s technical roadmap and maturing prototypes into deliverable, field ready products. Key Responsibilities End to End Systems Ownership o Lead system architecture from concept through requirements, detailed design, prototyping, verification, and release. o Develop system level specifications, performance budgets, and risk models across optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains. o Define and drive processes for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting. Ultrafast Laser & Photonics Systems o Integrate and optimise femtosecond laser sources for high precision laser matter interaction applications. o Collaborate with laser manufacturers to define specifications, validate performance, and ensure long term stability and repeatability. o Manage system level trade offs involving beam delivery, adaptive optics, power stability, thermal management, and alignment tolerances. Precision Motion & Opto Mechanical Integration o Architect and integrate high precision motion systems (piezo, air bearing, linear motor) with sub micron or nanometre level stability. o Oversee opto mechanical design for robustness in industrial environments, ensuring vibration control, thermal stability, and reliability. o Work closely with the Software Team to achieve coordinated laser stage performance. System Integration & Verification o Combine lasers, adaptive optics, motion control, electronics, and machine vision into fully functional, production ready systems. o Use optical modelling and simulation tools to optimise performance and minimise error sources. o Develop verification plans, test procedures, and system level fault analysis frameworks. Automation, Control & Safety o Define system level control methodologies and sequencing alongside the Software Team. o Ensure full compliance with international laser safety standards and implement appropriate interlocks, monitoring, and diagnostic features. o Contribute to automation and workflow design that enhances stability, repeatability, and throughput. ABOUT YOU You will have a deep technical background with extensive of experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, ideally holding an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master s) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full accountability for delivering complex projects from concept to deployment, ensuring technical excellence and timely execution within a collaborative team environment You will be able to demonstrate the following: Expertise in ultrafast laser applications, including femtosecond systems and adaptive optics. Proven experience developing and integrating precision motion-controlled stages for high-accuracy processes. Strong background in photonics-based applications, from fibre coupling to photonic integrated circuits. Ability to architect and optimise complex optical systems, including adaptive optics and machine vision elements. A proactive, solution-oriented approach to technical challenges. Exceptional organisational, documentation, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. For this senior role, we expect applicants with significant experience in metrology, optics, and control systems, ideally with exposure to industrial-grade system integration and supplier engagement. You might also have: Practical knowledge of adaptive optics for beam shaping and correction. Expertise in waveguide fabrication or optical fibre performance characterization. Familiarity with mechanical design and optical simulation tools. Proven ability to configure and optimize precision motion control systems (piezo, air-bearing, interferometric feedback). Competence in automation and scripting for system control (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW). Experience with advanced microscopy and analytical techniques. Track record of developing products and producing documentation for regulatory compliance. Understanding of intellectual property development and technology protection strategies. Previous involvement in project planning, risk assessment, and technical reporting. If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £54,000-£58,000 dependant on experience. Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop, free parking and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. Your data will be held in line with our recruitment privacy policy available at
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Are you the next Senior Systems Engineer to help build and shape the software behind our next generation laser processing platform? If so, Opsydia would love to hear from you as we expand into new markets and unlock new technical opportunities. Spun out from the University of Oxford in 2017, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and deep expertise in adaptive optics to enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across scientific and industrial domains. Our platform enables the creation of functional devices in optical glass, diamond, and other transparent media, powering disruptive applications in datacoms, quantum technologies, and advanced sensing. THE ROLE As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will take full system-level ownership of Opsydia s next generation laser photonics products. This is a technical leadership role spanning architecture, integration, verification, and productization, ensuring that complex opto electro mechanical subsystems come together into robust, high performance solutions. You will lead the definition, design, and delivery of complete systems, balancing photonics, precision mechanics, automation, software, reliability engineering, and manufacturability. Working across early stage R&D, customer engagements, and product development, you will play a key role in shaping Opsydia s technical roadmap and maturing prototypes into deliverable, field ready products. Key Responsibilities End to End Systems Ownership o Lead system architecture from concept through requirements, detailed design, prototyping, verification, and release. o Develop system level specifications, performance budgets, and risk models across optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains. o Define and drive processes for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting. Ultrafast Laser & Photonics Systems o Integrate and optimise femtosecond laser sources for high precision laser matter interaction applications. o Collaborate with laser manufacturers to define specifications, validate performance, and ensure long term stability and repeatability. o Manage system level trade offs involving beam delivery, adaptive optics, power stability, thermal management, and alignment tolerances. Precision Motion & Opto Mechanical Integration o Architect and integrate high precision motion systems (piezo, air bearing, linear motor) with sub micron or nanometre level stability. o Oversee opto mechanical design for robustness in industrial environments, ensuring vibration control, thermal stability, and reliability. o Work closely with the Software Team to achieve coordinated laser stage performance. System Integration & Verification o Combine lasers, adaptive optics, motion control, electronics, and machine vision into fully functional, production ready systems. o Use optical modelling and simulation tools to optimise performance and minimise error sources. o Develop verification plans, test procedures, and system level fault analysis frameworks. Automation, Control & Safety o Define system level control methodologies and sequencing alongside the Software Team. o Ensure full compliance with international laser safety standards and implement appropriate interlocks, monitoring, and diagnostic features. o Contribute to automation and workflow design that enhances stability, repeatability, and throughput. ABOUT YOU You will have a deep technical background with extensive of experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, ideally holding an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master s) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full accountability for delivering complex projects from concept to deployment, ensuring technical excellence and timely execution within a collaborative team environment You will be able to demonstrate the following: Expertise in ultrafast laser applications, including femtosecond systems and adaptive optics. Proven experience developing and integrating precision motion-controlled stages for high-accuracy processes. Strong background in photonics-based applications, from fibre coupling to photonic integrated circuits. Ability to architect and optimise complex optical systems, including adaptive optics and machine vision elements. A proactive, solution-oriented approach to technical challenges. Exceptional organisational, documentation, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. For this senior role, we expect applicants with significant experience in metrology, optics, and control systems, ideally with exposure to industrial-grade system integration and supplier engagement. You might also have: Practical knowledge of adaptive optics for beam shaping and correction. Expertise in waveguide fabrication or optical fibre performance characterization. Familiarity with mechanical design and optical simulation tools. Proven ability to configure and optimize precision motion control systems (piezo, air-bearing, interferometric feedback). Competence in automation and scripting for system control (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW). Experience with advanced microscopy and analytical techniques. Track record of developing products and producing documentation for regulatory compliance. Understanding of intellectual property development and technology protection strategies. Previous involvement in project planning, risk assessment, and technical reporting. If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further. The role is advertised as full-time. We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required. As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard. Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Salary range: £54,000-£58,000 dependant on experience. Benefits Hybrid & flexible working arrangements Share option scheme Annual bonus scheme Private Medical Insurance Group Income Protection and Life Assurance Enhanced family leave Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development Volunteering opportunities EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can. ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia. Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment. ALTERNATIVE FORMATS We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description ABOUT OPSYDIA Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop, free parking and a minibus service between the park and Oxford. Your data will be held in line with our recruitment privacy policy available at
Step into a world where innovation meets impact. This Principal Software Engineer role offers you the chance to be a part of cutting-edge defence technology, driving advancements that redefine security and protect lives. Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, you'll lead projects that make a real difference, while enjoying excellent benefits such as private medical cover, flexible working hours, and participation in an annual bonus scheme. If you're ready to shape the future of defence systems by leading the design, architecture, and delivery of secure embedded and application software within advanced cyber and defence programmes. You ll work across the full software lifecycle from requirements and system design through to implementation, testing, and deployment while ensuring high standards in performance, security, and reliability. The position includes technical leadership of small engineering teams, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to multiple concurrent projects with varying scales and complexity. You ll apply modern development practices such as object-oriented design, DevSecOps, and continuous integration, while also supporting bids, cost estimation, and technical reviews. Strong experience in C/C++, embedded systems, and software engineering best practices is essential. The role requires working in highly regulated environments, including handling sensitive information and meeting strict security standards. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance, reflecting the critical nature of the work. Overall, this is a senior-level engineering role combining hands-on development with leadership and strategic technical input What You Will Do: - Architect, design, develop, and test embedded and application software, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables. - Apply object-oriented design techniques to enable efficient code re-use and integration with testing frameworks. - Review system design artefacts to derive software requirements and architecture that align with high-level system objectives. - Develop and maintain knowledge of best practices in software development, including TDD/BDD, DevSecOps, and secure coding standards. - Mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the improvement of tools, processes, and techniques. - Generate technical proposals and accurate estimates for bids and projects, ensuring cost and schedule adherence. What You Will Bring: - A degree in engineering, mathematics, or a science-based subject, or equivalent experience. - Significant experience in embedded product development, including bare-metal and RTOSes such as Linux or ThreadX. - Expertise in programming languages like C and C++, with a strong grasp of object-oriented design and design patterns. - Familiarity with software testing, defensive coding standards, and tools for version control and automated testing. - A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. This Principal Software Engineer role is instrumental in delivering innovative cryptographic and key management solutions that ensure secure communication for customers worldwide. By contributing to the development of advanced defence systems, you'll play a vital role in shaping the company's mission to provide trusted, pioneering technology. Location: Based in fulltime onsite in Maidenhead Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the defence industry. Apply today to become a Principal Software Engineer and take the next step in your professional journey. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Step into a world where innovation meets impact. This Principal Software Engineer role offers you the chance to be a part of cutting-edge defence technology, driving advancements that redefine security and protect lives. Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, you'll lead projects that make a real difference, while enjoying excellent benefits such as private medical cover, flexible working hours, and participation in an annual bonus scheme. If you're ready to shape the future of defence systems by leading the design, architecture, and delivery of secure embedded and application software within advanced cyber and defence programmes. You ll work across the full software lifecycle from requirements and system design through to implementation, testing, and deployment while ensuring high standards in performance, security, and reliability. The position includes technical leadership of small engineering teams, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to multiple concurrent projects with varying scales and complexity. You ll apply modern development practices such as object-oriented design, DevSecOps, and continuous integration, while also supporting bids, cost estimation, and technical reviews. Strong experience in C/C++, embedded systems, and software engineering best practices is essential. The role requires working in highly regulated environments, including handling sensitive information and meeting strict security standards. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance, reflecting the critical nature of the work. Overall, this is a senior-level engineering role combining hands-on development with leadership and strategic technical input What You Will Do: - Architect, design, develop, and test embedded and application software, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables. - Apply object-oriented design techniques to enable efficient code re-use and integration with testing frameworks. - Review system design artefacts to derive software requirements and architecture that align with high-level system objectives. - Develop and maintain knowledge of best practices in software development, including TDD/BDD, DevSecOps, and secure coding standards. - Mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the improvement of tools, processes, and techniques. - Generate technical proposals and accurate estimates for bids and projects, ensuring cost and schedule adherence. What You Will Bring: - A degree in engineering, mathematics, or a science-based subject, or equivalent experience. - Significant experience in embedded product development, including bare-metal and RTOSes such as Linux or ThreadX. - Expertise in programming languages like C and C++, with a strong grasp of object-oriented design and design patterns. - Familiarity with software testing, defensive coding standards, and tools for version control and automated testing. - A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. This Principal Software Engineer role is instrumental in delivering innovative cryptographic and key management solutions that ensure secure communication for customers worldwide. By contributing to the development of advanced defence systems, you'll play a vital role in shaping the company's mission to provide trusted, pioneering technology. Location: Based in fulltime onsite in Maidenhead Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the defence industry. Apply today to become a Principal Software Engineer and take the next step in your professional journey. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
iOS Developer - 3 months (potential to extend to March 2027) - Scotland - Glasgow/Edinburgh based 1 day per week on site if local, if non -local 1 day per month £400 per day inside IR35 We're looking for a iOS Engineer who is passionate about building exceptional mobile applications with the customer at the centre of every decision. You'll thrive in a fast paced Agile environment, balancing rapid delivery with engineering excellence. Your responsibilities will include: . Developing and maintaining features across our iOS applications . Collaborating closely with cross functional teams to deliver high quality digital products . Building intuitive, visually engaging, and user friendly mobile experiences . Writing clean, scalable, maintainable, and well tested Swift code . Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across our Digital platforms . Identifying opportunities to improve performance, usability, and development processes . Contributing to technical discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews . Working collaboratively with Analysts, Testers, and Designers to deliver solutions that meet stakeholder and customer needs . Supporting the delivery of Digital objectives through technical innovation and best practice engineering Skills: . Strong commercial experience with Swift . Experience building apps using MVVM architecture . Comfortable integrating with RESTful APIs without relying heavily on third party frameworks . Experience with SwiftUI, UIKit, Storyboards, Nibs, Auto Layout, and Size Classes . Familiarity with navigation patterns such as Coordinators . Experience with CoreData or similar local persistence frameworks . Familiarity with version control systems such as Git . Understanding of the App Store release process, including provisioning profiles and certificates . Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with reactive programming concepts (eg RxSwift/Combine) . Strong debugging and problem solving skills iOS Developer - 3 months (potential to extend to March 2027) - Scotland - Glasgow/Edinburgh based 1 day per week on site if local, if non -local 1 day per month £400 per day inside IR35 Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Jul 08, 2026
Contractor
iOS Developer - 3 months (potential to extend to March 2027) - Scotland - Glasgow/Edinburgh based 1 day per week on site if local, if non -local 1 day per month £400 per day inside IR35 We're looking for a iOS Engineer who is passionate about building exceptional mobile applications with the customer at the centre of every decision. You'll thrive in a fast paced Agile environment, balancing rapid delivery with engineering excellence. Your responsibilities will include: . Developing and maintaining features across our iOS applications . Collaborating closely with cross functional teams to deliver high quality digital products . Building intuitive, visually engaging, and user friendly mobile experiences . Writing clean, scalable, maintainable, and well tested Swift code . Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across our Digital platforms . Identifying opportunities to improve performance, usability, and development processes . Contributing to technical discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews . Working collaboratively with Analysts, Testers, and Designers to deliver solutions that meet stakeholder and customer needs . Supporting the delivery of Digital objectives through technical innovation and best practice engineering Skills: . Strong commercial experience with Swift . Experience building apps using MVVM architecture . Comfortable integrating with RESTful APIs without relying heavily on third party frameworks . Experience with SwiftUI, UIKit, Storyboards, Nibs, Auto Layout, and Size Classes . Familiarity with navigation patterns such as Coordinators . Experience with CoreData or similar local persistence frameworks . Familiarity with version control systems such as Git . Understanding of the App Store release process, including provisioning profiles and certificates . Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery teams . Familiarity with reactive programming concepts (eg RxSwift/Combine) . Strong debugging and problem solving skills iOS Developer - 3 months (potential to extend to March 2027) - Scotland - Glasgow/Edinburgh based 1 day per week on site if local, if non -local 1 day per month £400 per day inside IR35 Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Senior Java + React Developer Location: Glasgow Work Schedule: 3 days per week onsite (Hybrid) Rate: £300 per day outside IR35 Industry: Banking & Financial Services Contract Duration: 20th July 2026 - January 2027 Join a leading UK Banking and technology services provider as a Senior Java Developer. Job Overview: We are looking for a Senior Java + React Developer with strong full stack experience, a focus on Back End Java development, and modern Front End development using React. You will be responsible for delivering scalable applications using microservices and component-based architecture, working across both Server Side and client-side development. Ideally you will have experience with continuous delivery practices, Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD pipelines, Git, and test automation frameworks. You must be comfortable collaborating closely with Back End, Front End, and wider engineering teams to contribute effectively to full stack delivery. Exposure to MuleSoft and modern integration patterns would be advantageous. Key Requirements Strong full stack development experience using Java and React. Back End development experience with Java, including microservices-based application delivery. Front End experience building modern, component-based user interfaces using React. Solid understanding of component-based architecture, microservices architecture, and design systems. Experience with continuous delivery tools, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and test automation frameworks such as Jest. Solid understanding of component-based and microservices architecture along with design systems Experience with continuous delivery tools, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and test automation frameworks such as Jest. Hands-on experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines. Exposure to MuleSoft is desirable for modern integration patterns Ability to collaborate closely with Back End teams and contribute effectively to full stack delivery
Jul 08, 2026
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Senior Java + React Developer Location: Glasgow Work Schedule: 3 days per week onsite (Hybrid) Rate: £300 per day outside IR35 Industry: Banking & Financial Services Contract Duration: 20th July 2026 - January 2027 Join a leading UK Banking and technology services provider as a Senior Java Developer. Job Overview: We are looking for a Senior Java + React Developer with strong full stack experience, a focus on Back End Java development, and modern Front End development using React. You will be responsible for delivering scalable applications using microservices and component-based architecture, working across both Server Side and client-side development. Ideally you will have experience with continuous delivery practices, Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD pipelines, Git, and test automation frameworks. You must be comfortable collaborating closely with Back End, Front End, and wider engineering teams to contribute effectively to full stack delivery. Exposure to MuleSoft and modern integration patterns would be advantageous. Key Requirements Strong full stack development experience using Java and React. Back End development experience with Java, including microservices-based application delivery. Front End experience building modern, component-based user interfaces using React. Solid understanding of component-based architecture, microservices architecture, and design systems. Experience with continuous delivery tools, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and test automation frameworks such as Jest. Solid understanding of component-based and microservices architecture along with design systems Experience with continuous delivery tools, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and test automation frameworks such as Jest. Hands-on experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines. Exposure to MuleSoft is desirable for modern integration patterns Ability to collaborate closely with Back End teams and contribute effectively to full stack delivery
iOS Developer Rate: £350 - £400 a day IR35 status: Inside Location: Glasgow - hybrid one day a week You will join a global IT consultancy who are delivering digital transformation to an enterprise scale end customer. As an iOS Engineer you will build high quality mobile applications and you'll value writing clean, maintainable, and well tested code while thriving in a fast moving Agile environment. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining features across our iOS applications Collaborating closely with cross functional teams to deliver high quality digital products Building intuitive, visually engaging, and user friendly mobile experiences Writing clean, scalable, maintainable, and well tested Swift code Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across our Digital platforms Identifying opportunities to improve performance, usability, and development processes Contributing to technical discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews Working collaboratively with Analysts, Testers, and Designers to deliver solutions that meet stakeholder and customer needs Supporting the delivery of Digital objectives through technical innovation and best practice engineering Skills: Strong commercial experience with Swift Experience building apps using MVVM architecture Comfortable integrating with RESTful APIs without relying heavily on third party frameworks Experience with SwiftUI, UIKit, Storyboards, Nibs, Auto Layout, and Size Classes Familiarity with navigation patterns such as Coordinators Experience with CoreData or similar local persistence frameworks Familiarity with version control systems such as Git Understanding of the App Store release process, including provisioning profiles and certificates Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery teams Familiarity with reactive programming concepts (eg RxSwift/Combine) Strong debugging and problem solving skills
Jul 08, 2026
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iOS Developer Rate: £350 - £400 a day IR35 status: Inside Location: Glasgow - hybrid one day a week You will join a global IT consultancy who are delivering digital transformation to an enterprise scale end customer. As an iOS Engineer you will build high quality mobile applications and you'll value writing clean, maintainable, and well tested code while thriving in a fast moving Agile environment. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining features across our iOS applications Collaborating closely with cross functional teams to deliver high quality digital products Building intuitive, visually engaging, and user friendly mobile experiences Writing clean, scalable, maintainable, and well tested Swift code Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across our Digital platforms Identifying opportunities to improve performance, usability, and development processes Contributing to technical discussions, architecture decisions, and code reviews Working collaboratively with Analysts, Testers, and Designers to deliver solutions that meet stakeholder and customer needs Supporting the delivery of Digital objectives through technical innovation and best practice engineering Skills: Strong commercial experience with Swift Experience building apps using MVVM architecture Comfortable integrating with RESTful APIs without relying heavily on third party frameworks Experience with SwiftUI, UIKit, Storyboards, Nibs, Auto Layout, and Size Classes Familiarity with navigation patterns such as Coordinators Experience with CoreData or similar local persistence frameworks Familiarity with version control systems such as Git Understanding of the App Store release process, including provisioning profiles and certificates Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery teams Familiarity with reactive programming concepts (eg RxSwift/Combine) Strong debugging and problem solving skills
Senior Oracle Database Administrator/Database Engineer Location: London preferable - Full time onsite - Alternatively, Warrington Duration: Initial 12-month contract (long-term programme) Clearance: DV Clearance required We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join a specialist infrastructure management team supporting a highly secure government environment. This role will provide technical ownership of a business-critical Oracle estate supporting applications of national importance. You will be responsible for maintaining, optimising and enhancing complex clustered Oracle environments while helping ensure the resilience, availability and performance of services delivered within a secure operational environment. Working alongside infrastructure, platform and application teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining high availability, supporting ongoing infrastructure improvements and providing expert database administration across a complex enterprise estate. Key Responsibilities Install, configure and administer Oracle Database environments Manage Oracle 12c Cluster Ready Services (CRS) and Oracle RAC environments Support Oracle Data Guard using Real Time Apply in Maximum Availability mode Administer Oracle Streams and Advanced Replication Monitor database health, availability and performance Carry out database tuning and optimisation Implement backup, recovery and disaster recovery solutions using Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) Administer Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux database platforms Monitor database infrastructure using Nagios and TOAD Support Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments where required Work closely with infrastructure and application teams to troubleshoot complex production issues Contribute to database architecture, resilience and service improvements Interpret and work from Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs) and data models Essential Skills & Experience: Extensive Oracle Database Administration experience within enterprise environments Strong Oracle 12c administration skills Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) Oracle Cluster Ready Services (CRS) Oracle Data Guard Oracle Streams/Advanced Replication Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control Oracle SQL Performance tuning and optimisation Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration TOAD for Oracle Nagios monitoring Strong understanding of database backup, recovery and resilience Experience working from logical and physical data models including Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs) Desirable Experience: Microsoft SQL Server administration PostgreSQL administration Experience supporting highly secure or government environments Migration of critical database platforms across data centres Supporting high-availability, mission-critical services Active DV Clearance What's on Offer: This is an opportunity to join a programme supporting infrastructure of genuine national importance, working within a highly skilled technical team responsible for the availability and resilience of critical government systems. You'll work on complex Oracle clustered environments where reliability, performance and security are paramount, with the opportunity to contribute to long-term infrastructure improvements within a secure operational environment.
Jul 08, 2026
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Senior Oracle Database Administrator/Database Engineer Location: London preferable - Full time onsite - Alternatively, Warrington Duration: Initial 12-month contract (long-term programme) Clearance: DV Clearance required We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join a specialist infrastructure management team supporting a highly secure government environment. This role will provide technical ownership of a business-critical Oracle estate supporting applications of national importance. You will be responsible for maintaining, optimising and enhancing complex clustered Oracle environments while helping ensure the resilience, availability and performance of services delivered within a secure operational environment. Working alongside infrastructure, platform and application teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining high availability, supporting ongoing infrastructure improvements and providing expert database administration across a complex enterprise estate. Key Responsibilities Install, configure and administer Oracle Database environments Manage Oracle 12c Cluster Ready Services (CRS) and Oracle RAC environments Support Oracle Data Guard using Real Time Apply in Maximum Availability mode Administer Oracle Streams and Advanced Replication Monitor database health, availability and performance Carry out database tuning and optimisation Implement backup, recovery and disaster recovery solutions using Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) Administer Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux database platforms Monitor database infrastructure using Nagios and TOAD Support Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments where required Work closely with infrastructure and application teams to troubleshoot complex production issues Contribute to database architecture, resilience and service improvements Interpret and work from Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs) and data models Essential Skills & Experience: Extensive Oracle Database Administration experience within enterprise environments Strong Oracle 12c administration skills Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) Oracle Cluster Ready Services (CRS) Oracle Data Guard Oracle Streams/Advanced Replication Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control Oracle SQL Performance tuning and optimisation Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration TOAD for Oracle Nagios monitoring Strong understanding of database backup, recovery and resilience Experience working from logical and physical data models including Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs) Desirable Experience: Microsoft SQL Server administration PostgreSQL administration Experience supporting highly secure or government environments Migration of critical database platforms across data centres Supporting high-availability, mission-critical services Active DV Clearance What's on Offer: This is an opportunity to join a programme supporting infrastructure of genuine national importance, working within a highly skilled technical team responsible for the availability and resilience of critical government systems. You'll work on complex Oracle clustered environments where reliability, performance and security are paramount, with the opportunity to contribute to long-term infrastructure improvements within a secure operational environment.
Senior Backend Python Engineer (UK-based (remote), ~£130-150K + perks) Join a fast-growing sports-tech success story and take real ownership of the systems that power live-event traffic at scale. This isn't a ticket-taker Back End role. You'll own your services end-to-end - designing them, shipping them, and keeping them running in production. You'll shape the architecture, drive key technical decisions, and have genuine autonomy to build the platform the right way. What you'll be doing: Leading Back End development across event-driven, high-availability systems Owning cloud infrastructure across AWS & GCP Building with Python (FastAPI or similar), Postgres, and Redis Designing clean, versioned, backwards-compatible APIs Driving CI/CD and observability for systems that can't afford downtime during live events What we're looking for: Hands-on experience running real production workloads on AWS - not just deploying to it Strong Postgres/SQL skills: schema design, query tuning, migrations Solid API design chops: clear contracts, versioning, backwards compatibility Python-first mindset (FastAPI or similar) Redis experience: caching patterns, invalidation, pub/sub Comfort owning and operating your own services in CI/CD Fully remote within the UK, with monthly in-person engineering get-togethers to keep the team connected. Circa £130-150K + generous perks. If you thrive in fast-moving environments, love building from the ground up, and want real influence over a platform's future - let's talk.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Backend Python Engineer (UK-based (remote), ~£130-150K + perks) Join a fast-growing sports-tech success story and take real ownership of the systems that power live-event traffic at scale. This isn't a ticket-taker Back End role. You'll own your services end-to-end - designing them, shipping them, and keeping them running in production. You'll shape the architecture, drive key technical decisions, and have genuine autonomy to build the platform the right way. What you'll be doing: Leading Back End development across event-driven, high-availability systems Owning cloud infrastructure across AWS & GCP Building with Python (FastAPI or similar), Postgres, and Redis Designing clean, versioned, backwards-compatible APIs Driving CI/CD and observability for systems that can't afford downtime during live events What we're looking for: Hands-on experience running real production workloads on AWS - not just deploying to it Strong Postgres/SQL skills: schema design, query tuning, migrations Solid API design chops: clear contracts, versioning, backwards compatibility Python-first mindset (FastAPI or similar) Redis experience: caching patterns, invalidation, pub/sub Comfort owning and operating your own services in CI/CD Fully remote within the UK, with monthly in-person engineering get-togethers to keep the team connected. Circa £130-150K + generous perks. If you thrive in fast-moving environments, love building from the ground up, and want real influence over a platform's future - let's talk.
Senior Python Developer - Trading & Risk Platforms Hybrid in Central London Inside IR35 - Up to £700 per day We are seeking Senior Python Developers with proven experience building trading and risk systems within investment banking. You will develop Back End services, data processing solutions and risk-focused applications supporting trade life cycle, risk calculations and reporting. Key Responsibilities Develop and enhance Python applications for trading and risk platforms Build data pipelines and automation for trade, risk and reconciliation workflows Process large financial datasets supporting PnL, risk and regulatory reporting Contribute to architecture, scalability and system design decisions Partner with quants, traders and risk teams to deliver technical solutions Develop and integrate REST APIs and Back End services Maintain high code quality through testing, reviews and best practices Mentor junior developers where required Required Skills Strong Core Python development experience Experience with enterprise trading and risk platforms (eg Quartz, SecDB, Athena, Kanon, Beacon or similar) Strong SQL and large-scale data handling expertise Pandas and NumPy for data processing and analytics REST API development using Flask, FastAPI or Django Strong understanding of performance optimisation and scalable systems Unix/Linux and Shell Scripting experience Domain Experience Investment Banking or Capital Markets background Experience across Market Risk, CCR, PnL, Trade Lifecycle and Reconciliations Knowledge of derivatives, swaps, futures, options and fixed-income products Desirable PySpark or distributed data processing Exposure to quantitative models and pricing systems Global banking environment experience 9-15 years' relevant experience Please note: Candidates without trading, risk or capital markets experience will not be considered.
Jul 08, 2026
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Senior Python Developer - Trading & Risk Platforms Hybrid in Central London Inside IR35 - Up to £700 per day We are seeking Senior Python Developers with proven experience building trading and risk systems within investment banking. You will develop Back End services, data processing solutions and risk-focused applications supporting trade life cycle, risk calculations and reporting. Key Responsibilities Develop and enhance Python applications for trading and risk platforms Build data pipelines and automation for trade, risk and reconciliation workflows Process large financial datasets supporting PnL, risk and regulatory reporting Contribute to architecture, scalability and system design decisions Partner with quants, traders and risk teams to deliver technical solutions Develop and integrate REST APIs and Back End services Maintain high code quality through testing, reviews and best practices Mentor junior developers where required Required Skills Strong Core Python development experience Experience with enterprise trading and risk platforms (eg Quartz, SecDB, Athena, Kanon, Beacon or similar) Strong SQL and large-scale data handling expertise Pandas and NumPy for data processing and analytics REST API development using Flask, FastAPI or Django Strong understanding of performance optimisation and scalable systems Unix/Linux and Shell Scripting experience Domain Experience Investment Banking or Capital Markets background Experience across Market Risk, CCR, PnL, Trade Lifecycle and Reconciliations Knowledge of derivatives, swaps, futures, options and fixed-income products Desirable PySpark or distributed data processing Exposure to quantitative models and pricing systems Global banking environment experience 9-15 years' relevant experience Please note: Candidates without trading, risk or capital markets experience will not be considered.
AI Engineer - Defence Consultancy (6-Month Contract) A defence consultancy is seeking an experienced AI Engineer to design, develop, and deploy machine learning solutions for secure, mission-critical environments. You will work across the full development life cycle, from initial design to model deployment, optimization, and production support. Position Type: 6-Month Contract Location Requirement: British Citizenship required Security Requirement: Must hold an active SC- DV Clearance Rate: £700-750 Outside Key Responsibilities Development: Design and build AI-enabled applications using Python, machine learning frameworks, and Generative AI/LLM components. Pipelines: Develop and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, vector databases, and scalable data processing streams. MLOps: Implement model deployment, monitoring, testing, and life cycle management using standard CI/CD and containerized workflows. Architecture: Contribute to technical design decisions, trade-off analyses, and technology stack selection. Collaboration: Work alongside cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into secure, scalable, production-ready AI systems. Requirements Vetting: Active SC Clearance and British Citizenship are mandatory for this consultancy role. Core Tech: Solid professional experience with Python and frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-Learn. GenAI: Hands-on experience developing LLM-based applications, RAG pipelines, and prompt engineering. Infrastructure: Experience deploying applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) using Docker and Kubernetes. Engineering: Strong software engineering fundamentals, including version control, testing, and API/microservices architecture. Desirable Extras Experience with MLOps platforms (eg, MLflow, SageMaker) or agentic AI frameworks. Familiarity with secure development practices or regulated/high-compliance environments. Background in NLP, computer vision, or data engineering platforms.
Jul 08, 2026
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AI Engineer - Defence Consultancy (6-Month Contract) A defence consultancy is seeking an experienced AI Engineer to design, develop, and deploy machine learning solutions for secure, mission-critical environments. You will work across the full development life cycle, from initial design to model deployment, optimization, and production support. Position Type: 6-Month Contract Location Requirement: British Citizenship required Security Requirement: Must hold an active SC- DV Clearance Rate: £700-750 Outside Key Responsibilities Development: Design and build AI-enabled applications using Python, machine learning frameworks, and Generative AI/LLM components. Pipelines: Develop and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, vector databases, and scalable data processing streams. MLOps: Implement model deployment, monitoring, testing, and life cycle management using standard CI/CD and containerized workflows. Architecture: Contribute to technical design decisions, trade-off analyses, and technology stack selection. Collaboration: Work alongside cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into secure, scalable, production-ready AI systems. Requirements Vetting: Active SC Clearance and British Citizenship are mandatory for this consultancy role. Core Tech: Solid professional experience with Python and frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-Learn. GenAI: Hands-on experience developing LLM-based applications, RAG pipelines, and prompt engineering. Infrastructure: Experience deploying applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) using Docker and Kubernetes. Engineering: Strong software engineering fundamentals, including version control, testing, and API/microservices architecture. Desirable Extras Experience with MLOps platforms (eg, MLflow, SageMaker) or agentic AI frameworks. Familiarity with secure development practices or regulated/high-compliance environments. Background in NLP, computer vision, or data engineering platforms.
Principal Java Engineer (AWS / Microservices) Salary: Up to £105,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Coventry or Central London - Hybrid (2 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: Permanent A globally established organisation is seeking an experienced Principal Java Engineer to shape the future of large-scale digital platforms used by millions of customers. This role will focus on driving engineering excellence, defining technical standards and leading the design of scalable, high-availability systems across a modern cloud-native environment. Responsibilities for the Principal Java Engineer: Define and evolve engineering strategy, standards and best practices across your domain Lead technical direction across multiple engineering teams (on & offshore) and programmes Design and oversee delivery of large-scale, distributed systems using modern technologies Provide expert guidance on technical risk, architecture decisions and prioritisation Support Staff Engineers and development teams with deep technical leadership Drive adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, automation and modern engineering practices Leverage AI and intelligent automation to improve productivity and delivery outcomes Mentor engineers and contribute to a strong engineering culture and community of practice Work closely with senior stakeholders to align technology with business goals Essential Skills for the Principal Java Engineer: Deep hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka and AWS Experience managing on and offshore teams Strong understanding of software architecture and scalable system design Experience leading development of high-performance distributed systems Experience defining and governing technical standards and engineering practices Strong leadership, mentoring and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable Skills for the Principal Java Engineer: Strong advocate of Agile delivery and modern engineering ways of working Experience building collaborative engineering communities Comfortable making data-driven technical decisions at scale Experience working closely with senior engineering leadership teams If you are a senior Java engineering leader looking to shape modern platforms at scale while remaining close to technology, this role offers strong influence, complex challenges and long-term impact.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Principal Java Engineer (AWS / Microservices) Salary: Up to £105,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Coventry or Central London - Hybrid (2 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: Permanent A globally established organisation is seeking an experienced Principal Java Engineer to shape the future of large-scale digital platforms used by millions of customers. This role will focus on driving engineering excellence, defining technical standards and leading the design of scalable, high-availability systems across a modern cloud-native environment. Responsibilities for the Principal Java Engineer: Define and evolve engineering strategy, standards and best practices across your domain Lead technical direction across multiple engineering teams (on & offshore) and programmes Design and oversee delivery of large-scale, distributed systems using modern technologies Provide expert guidance on technical risk, architecture decisions and prioritisation Support Staff Engineers and development teams with deep technical leadership Drive adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, automation and modern engineering practices Leverage AI and intelligent automation to improve productivity and delivery outcomes Mentor engineers and contribute to a strong engineering culture and community of practice Work closely with senior stakeholders to align technology with business goals Essential Skills for the Principal Java Engineer: Deep hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka and AWS Experience managing on and offshore teams Strong understanding of software architecture and scalable system design Experience leading development of high-performance distributed systems Experience defining and governing technical standards and engineering practices Strong leadership, mentoring and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable Skills for the Principal Java Engineer: Strong advocate of Agile delivery and modern engineering ways of working Experience building collaborative engineering communities Comfortable making data-driven technical decisions at scale Experience working closely with senior engineering leadership teams If you are a senior Java engineering leader looking to shape modern platforms at scale while remaining close to technology, this role offers strong influence, complex challenges and long-term impact.
Lead Engineer (Golang) £70,000-£90,000 + Bonus South West London Office-Based (5 Days per Week) Build More Than Software. What if the systems you built helped protect critical infrastructure around the world? We're working with an innovative cyber security company that's scaling rapidly and looking for a Lead Principal Engineer to become the technical right hand to the Head of Development. This is a rare opportunity to shape architecture, influence engineering standards and drive the adoption of AI-assisted development-all while staying hands-on with the code. If you're looking for genuine technical ownership rather than endless meetings, keep reading. The Role You'll sit at the heart of the engineering team, turning business requirements into robust technical solutions and giving developers the clarity they need to build with confidence. Working closely with the Head of Development, you'll shape architectural decisions, own detailed technical design and become the go-to person for technical leadership across the backend team. What You'll Be Doing Define technical solutions alongside the Head of Development. Own detailed system design and technical specifications. Lead backend development using Golang and modern microservices. Mentor engineers and raise technical standards. Champion secure software engineering and DevSecOps. Drive AI-assisted development, from rapid prototyping through to code review. Build secure, scalable APIs and distributed systems. Improve performance, reliability and engineering quality. What You'll Bring Strong commercial experience with Golang . Expertise building microservices and distributed systems. Proven technical leadership experience. Strong architecture and systems design skills. Experience with Docker, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and secure CI/CD. A security-first mindset. Confidence mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction. Experience using AI to accelerate software delivery. Bonus Points For Cyber security or regulated industry experience. Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies. OWASP, ISO 27001 or IEC 62443. Open-source contributions.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Lead Engineer (Golang) £70,000-£90,000 + Bonus South West London Office-Based (5 Days per Week) Build More Than Software. What if the systems you built helped protect critical infrastructure around the world? We're working with an innovative cyber security company that's scaling rapidly and looking for a Lead Principal Engineer to become the technical right hand to the Head of Development. This is a rare opportunity to shape architecture, influence engineering standards and drive the adoption of AI-assisted development-all while staying hands-on with the code. If you're looking for genuine technical ownership rather than endless meetings, keep reading. The Role You'll sit at the heart of the engineering team, turning business requirements into robust technical solutions and giving developers the clarity they need to build with confidence. Working closely with the Head of Development, you'll shape architectural decisions, own detailed technical design and become the go-to person for technical leadership across the backend team. What You'll Be Doing Define technical solutions alongside the Head of Development. Own detailed system design and technical specifications. Lead backend development using Golang and modern microservices. Mentor engineers and raise technical standards. Champion secure software engineering and DevSecOps. Drive AI-assisted development, from rapid prototyping through to code review. Build secure, scalable APIs and distributed systems. Improve performance, reliability and engineering quality. What You'll Bring Strong commercial experience with Golang . Expertise building microservices and distributed systems. Proven technical leadership experience. Strong architecture and systems design skills. Experience with Docker, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and secure CI/CD. A security-first mindset. Confidence mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction. Experience using AI to accelerate software delivery. Bonus Points For Cyber security or regulated industry experience. Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies. OWASP, ISO 27001 or IEC 62443. Open-source contributions.
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Job Title Cladding Estimator Location Derry City (Office based) Reports To Commercial Manager / Estimating Manager Role Overview The Cladding Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for façade and cladding packages on commercial & industrial projects across Ireland & the UK. This role supports tendering, value engineering, and cost control while working closely with design, procurement, and project delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Estimating & Tendering Prepare detailed cost estimates for: Aluminium curtain walling Rainscreen cladding Metal cladding systems Architectural glazing Insulated panels and façades Analyse drawings, specifications, schedules, and employer's requirements Measure quantities from drawings and BIM models Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors Prepare tender breakdowns, pricing summaries, and clarifications Ensure compliance with Irish & UK Building Regulations and project specifications Technical & Commercial Support Review facade details for buildability and cost efficiency Assist with value engineering and alternative system proposals Provide post tender support and cost clarifications Liaise with design teams, architects, engineers, and suppliers Support handover of successful tenders to the construction team Procurement & Cost Control Assist procurement with material take offs and supplier comparisons Track cost changes arising from design development Support variations, value engineering, and re pricing exercises Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records Health, Safety & Quality Ensure allowances for: MEWPs, cranes, access systems Temporary works Site logistics and sequencing Account for quality, testing, certification, and compliance costs Key Skills & Experience Essential Experience estimating façade or cladding packages Strong understanding of: Curtain walling and rainscreen systems Fixings, interfaces, and envelope performance Ability to read and interpret architectural and façade drawings Excellent numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in Excel and take off software Desirable Experience on Irish or UK projects Knowledge of: BCAR compliance NSAI standards Fire performance requirements (EN 13501) Familiarity with BIM / Revit / Tekla models Background in construction, engineering, or quantity surveying Qualifications Degree or diploma in: Construction Management Quantity Surveying Engineering Architectural Technology _(or equivalent industry experience)_ Personal Attributes High attention to detail Commercially aware Able to work to tight tender deadlines Strong communication and negotiation skills Team oriented but capable of working independently Typical Projects Commercial offices Industrial and logistics buildings Healthcare and pharmaceutical projects Salary & Benefits Competitive salary (DOE) - _Salary is open for discussion and will be determined by the employer based on level of experience._ Pension contribution Phone / laptop Career development and progression Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Work Location: In person
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title Cladding Estimator Location Derry City (Office based) Reports To Commercial Manager / Estimating Manager Role Overview The Cladding Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for façade and cladding packages on commercial & industrial projects across Ireland & the UK. This role supports tendering, value engineering, and cost control while working closely with design, procurement, and project delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Estimating & Tendering Prepare detailed cost estimates for: Aluminium curtain walling Rainscreen cladding Metal cladding systems Architectural glazing Insulated panels and façades Analyse drawings, specifications, schedules, and employer's requirements Measure quantities from drawings and BIM models Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors Prepare tender breakdowns, pricing summaries, and clarifications Ensure compliance with Irish & UK Building Regulations and project specifications Technical & Commercial Support Review facade details for buildability and cost efficiency Assist with value engineering and alternative system proposals Provide post tender support and cost clarifications Liaise with design teams, architects, engineers, and suppliers Support handover of successful tenders to the construction team Procurement & Cost Control Assist procurement with material take offs and supplier comparisons Track cost changes arising from design development Support variations, value engineering, and re pricing exercises Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records Health, Safety & Quality Ensure allowances for: MEWPs, cranes, access systems Temporary works Site logistics and sequencing Account for quality, testing, certification, and compliance costs Key Skills & Experience Essential Experience estimating façade or cladding packages Strong understanding of: Curtain walling and rainscreen systems Fixings, interfaces, and envelope performance Ability to read and interpret architectural and façade drawings Excellent numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in Excel and take off software Desirable Experience on Irish or UK projects Knowledge of: BCAR compliance NSAI standards Fire performance requirements (EN 13501) Familiarity with BIM / Revit / Tekla models Background in construction, engineering, or quantity surveying Qualifications Degree or diploma in: Construction Management Quantity Surveying Engineering Architectural Technology _(or equivalent industry experience)_ Personal Attributes High attention to detail Commercially aware Able to work to tight tender deadlines Strong communication and negotiation skills Team oriented but capable of working independently Typical Projects Commercial offices Industrial and logistics buildings Healthcare and pharmaceutical projects Salary & Benefits Competitive salary (DOE) - _Salary is open for discussion and will be determined by the employer based on level of experience._ Pension contribution Phone / laptop Career development and progression Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Work Location: In person
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Pay up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. We are significantly growing our Architecture practice at DWP Digital to make sure we have the capability to design contemporary solutions that are secure, scalable, and built using the latest engineering approaches. Join the team delivering some of Europe's largest digital transformation programmes, designing modern IT architecture that supports millions of users. As a Senior Technical Architect, you'll lead the design of complex systems and services, providing expert guidance, shaping technical solutions, and ensuring alignment with wider government strategy. Working collaboratively across teams and stakeholders, you'll develop architecture options, govern technical quality, and mentor others-playing a key role in delivering user-focused, accessible digital services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Architecture design through use of architecture modelling techniques and tools to devise and represent. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. Event-based architecture design, patterns (including pub-sub and data streaming), modelling techniques, tools and standards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two - stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Working Environment The organisation is operating in a fast-evolving AI landscape, with multiple teams at different stages of maturity. Governance and structure are present but not rigid, and success depends on an ability to balance assurance, delivery pace and pragmatism. This work operates in a supportive, understanding, committed and inclusive team. You will engage with senior technical, delivery, commercial and business stakeholders, often operating in contested or ambiguous situations. The emphasis is on trust, judgement and clear reasoning rather than process for its own sake. What You'll Be Doing - Operate as Lead Enterprise Architect for AI-enabled initiatives across the organisation - Establish and evolve an AI architecture capability aligned to the central AI hub - Define and maintain coherent architectures across strategy, delivery, operations and assurance - Translate architectural intent and technical roadmaps into usable, supportable products and services - Provide architectural leadership and challenge to teams adopting AI - Shape approaches to agentic and AI-enabled systems, balancing opportunity with compliance and risk - Lead architectural decision-making in ambiguous or complex situations, clearly articulating trade-offs - Provide architectural input to cloud adoption and integration, particularly across AWS-based platforms - Build alignment and shared understanding across diverse stakeholder groups Your Experience To be successful in this role, you will bring: - Significant experience operating as a Senior or Lead Enterprise Architect - Proven ability to work across the full enterprise context, balancing technical, organisational and commercial considerations - Experience shaping architecture where requirements are incomplete or evolving - Strong understanding of AI-enabled architectures and adoption patterns - Solid cloud architecture experience, including integrating cloud services into enterprise platforms - Experience operating in regulated, high-assurance or compliance-heavy environments - Credibility communicating architectural decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences - The ability to influence outcomes through judgement, relationships and trust rather than instruction In Return You will operate at the point where AI ambition meets organisational reality, helping shape how complex systems evolve over time. This is an opportunity to apply deep architectural judgement, influence significant decisions, and help ensure AI adoption is sustainable, coherent and valuable at enterprise scale. As an organisation and as a team, Guidant Global are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace, where every employee and contractor feels valued and empowered throughout their time with us. We actively seek to recruit talent from all backgrounds, and to draw on a rich blend of experiences, perspectives and creativity. We believe that when people are respected and included, they are motivated to bring their best and whole selves to work, leading to innovative solutions and exceptional outcomes for all parties. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Additional Application Instructions Apply online
Jul 08, 2026
Contractor
Working Environment The organisation is operating in a fast-evolving AI landscape, with multiple teams at different stages of maturity. Governance and structure are present but not rigid, and success depends on an ability to balance assurance, delivery pace and pragmatism. This work operates in a supportive, understanding, committed and inclusive team. You will engage with senior technical, delivery, commercial and business stakeholders, often operating in contested or ambiguous situations. The emphasis is on trust, judgement and clear reasoning rather than process for its own sake. What You'll Be Doing - Operate as Lead Enterprise Architect for AI-enabled initiatives across the organisation - Establish and evolve an AI architecture capability aligned to the central AI hub - Define and maintain coherent architectures across strategy, delivery, operations and assurance - Translate architectural intent and technical roadmaps into usable, supportable products and services - Provide architectural leadership and challenge to teams adopting AI - Shape approaches to agentic and AI-enabled systems, balancing opportunity with compliance and risk - Lead architectural decision-making in ambiguous or complex situations, clearly articulating trade-offs - Provide architectural input to cloud adoption and integration, particularly across AWS-based platforms - Build alignment and shared understanding across diverse stakeholder groups Your Experience To be successful in this role, you will bring: - Significant experience operating as a Senior or Lead Enterprise Architect - Proven ability to work across the full enterprise context, balancing technical, organisational and commercial considerations - Experience shaping architecture where requirements are incomplete or evolving - Strong understanding of AI-enabled architectures and adoption patterns - Solid cloud architecture experience, including integrating cloud services into enterprise platforms - Experience operating in regulated, high-assurance or compliance-heavy environments - Credibility communicating architectural decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences - The ability to influence outcomes through judgement, relationships and trust rather than instruction In Return You will operate at the point where AI ambition meets organisational reality, helping shape how complex systems evolve over time. This is an opportunity to apply deep architectural judgement, influence significant decisions, and help ensure AI adoption is sustainable, coherent and valuable at enterprise scale. As an organisation and as a team, Guidant Global are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace, where every employee and contractor feels valued and empowered throughout their time with us. We actively seek to recruit talent from all backgrounds, and to draw on a rich blend of experiences, perspectives and creativity. We believe that when people are respected and included, they are motivated to bring their best and whole selves to work, leading to innovative solutions and exceptional outcomes for all parties. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Additional Application Instructions Apply online
Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Cloud Platform Engineer Hybrid, Bicester (one day per week in the office, excellent rail links) £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits We're working with a long-established software and technology business that's adding a dedicated cloud hire to the engineering team for the first time. The role sits alongside the Software Development team, so as well as running the Azure environment that underpins the business and its products, you'll be close to the SDLC, supporting deployments, and shaping how the platform side evolves. A brand-new role and a real chance to put your stamp on how cloud infrastructure is managed. It's a broad, hands-on role spanning Azure platform administration, Microsoft 365, internal IT and customer-facing infrastructure. You'll own how the cloud environment is configured day to day, troubleshoot across both production systems and internal services, and contribute to ongoing automation and DevOps work as the team matures. Lots of variety, lots of ownership, and a clear runway into adjacent areas like cloud architecture or security. What you'll be involved in: Day-to-day Azure platform administration across App Services, Key Vault, Azure SQL, App Configuration and Front Door Microsoft 365 administration including Intune, device compliance, SharePoint and Teams Cloud networking, VPN configuration and identity work (Entra ID, Conditional Access) Supporting deployments and infrastructure changes alongside the development team Contributing to Infrastructure as Code (Bicep or Terraform) and Azure DevOps pipeline work Acting as a point of escalation for production and internal IT issues Occasional customer-facing technical conversations Your experience will ideally include: Hands-on Azure administration in a production environment Microsoft 365, Intune and SharePoint Azure SQL, App Services, Key Vault, Front Door or comparable PaaS workload experience PowerShell scripting and a working understanding of Bicep, Terraform or another IaC tool Exposure to Azure DevOps pipelines or similar CI/CD tooling Comfortable working alongside a Software Development team and engaging with the wider business AZ-104, AZ-204 or MS-102 are a plus, and so is anyone working towards them. The role is hybrid with one day per week in the Bicester office and home working for the rest. If you're an Azure-side Infrastructure or Platform Engineer who wants real variety, modern tech and the chance to shape something from day one, get in touch.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Cloud Platform Engineer Hybrid, Bicester (one day per week in the office, excellent rail links) £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits We're working with a long-established software and technology business that's adding a dedicated cloud hire to the engineering team for the first time. The role sits alongside the Software Development team, so as well as running the Azure environment that underpins the business and its products, you'll be close to the SDLC, supporting deployments, and shaping how the platform side evolves. A brand-new role and a real chance to put your stamp on how cloud infrastructure is managed. It's a broad, hands-on role spanning Azure platform administration, Microsoft 365, internal IT and customer-facing infrastructure. You'll own how the cloud environment is configured day to day, troubleshoot across both production systems and internal services, and contribute to ongoing automation and DevOps work as the team matures. Lots of variety, lots of ownership, and a clear runway into adjacent areas like cloud architecture or security. What you'll be involved in: Day-to-day Azure platform administration across App Services, Key Vault, Azure SQL, App Configuration and Front Door Microsoft 365 administration including Intune, device compliance, SharePoint and Teams Cloud networking, VPN configuration and identity work (Entra ID, Conditional Access) Supporting deployments and infrastructure changes alongside the development team Contributing to Infrastructure as Code (Bicep or Terraform) and Azure DevOps pipeline work Acting as a point of escalation for production and internal IT issues Occasional customer-facing technical conversations Your experience will ideally include: Hands-on Azure administration in a production environment Microsoft 365, Intune and SharePoint Azure SQL, App Services, Key Vault, Front Door or comparable PaaS workload experience PowerShell scripting and a working understanding of Bicep, Terraform or another IaC tool Exposure to Azure DevOps pipelines or similar CI/CD tooling Comfortable working alongside a Software Development team and engaging with the wider business AZ-104, AZ-204 or MS-102 are a plus, and so is anyone working towards them. The role is hybrid with one day per week in the Bicester office and home working for the rest. If you're an Azure-side Infrastructure or Platform Engineer who wants real variety, modern tech and the chance to shape something from day one, get in touch.
