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Hays are now looking for an SC Cleared Quality Test Engineer for one of our local clients: 350 p/d Inside IR35 Remote, with occasional travel to Hursley and London (2-3 days per month) Candidates must hold current SC Clearance Option for candidates to be upgraded to DV! We're looking for a Quality/Test Engineer with experience in test automation and performance testing to support the delivery of software solutions within an Agile environment. You'll be involved throughout the testing lifecycle, helping to ensure applications are robust, scalable and fit for purpose. What you'll be doing Creating and executing test cases across multiple technology stacks Developing and maintaining automated test scripts Designing and implementing performance testing strategies Executing performance and load testing activities Investigating issues through debugging, tracing and log analysis Working closely with developers and stakeholders in an Agile delivery team Supporting CI/CD and quality assurance processes What we're looking for Current SC Clearance Experience in software testing and test automation Strong understanding of Agile delivery practices Experience with performance testing and test strategy creation Java Experience Selenium and BrowserStack experience Knowledge of debugging, logging and monitoring tools such as Splunk, Azure Application Insights, Azure Event Hub, Adobe Insights or Qualtrics Experience with Gatling and Azure DevOps Automation scripting experience Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines Understanding of Docker and application architecture principles If you have current SC Clearance, would like to be upgraded to DV, and are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior C# Developer- SC Cleared Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices. Salary up to 65k, plus excellent company benefits. Given the nature of the work and timescales, candidates must hold an active SC clearance. About Us Triad Group Plc is an award-winning digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years' experience primarily serving the UK public sector and central government. We deliver high-quality solutions that make a real difference to users, citizens and consumers. At Triad, collaboration thrives, knowledge is shared, and every voice matters. Our close-knit, supportive culture ensures you're valued from day one. Whether working with cutting-edge tech or shaping strategy for national-scale projects, you'll be trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow. We nurture learning through communities of practice and encourage creativity, autonomy, and innovation. If you're passionate about solving meaningful problems with smart and passionate people, Triad could be the place for you. Glassdoor score of 4.5 92% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend 100% CEO approval See for yourself some of the work that makes us all so proud: Helping law enforcement with secure intelligence systems that keep the UK safe Supporting the UK's national meteorological service in leveraging supercomputers for next-level weather forecasting Assisting the British government department that is responsible for the safety of consumer products, with systems to track unsafe products Powering systems that help the government monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial transport Role Summary Triad Group Plc is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior C# Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications using .Net Core with associated web frameworks (React, Blazer, Angular). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, propose solutions, and deliver high-quality code that meets our clients' needs. As a consultant at Triad, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape, defining, designing, and delivering digital solutions across public, private, and third sectors. Operating within a Company that values autonomy and creativity, you will be at the forefront of solving complex problems, contributing to a culture of innovation that has been the hallmark of Triad's 35-year success story. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain C# applications, components, and systems. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, product managers, and other developers to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and provide constructive feedback to peers. Troubleshoot and debug software applications to resolve issues and optimise performance. Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in web development and software engineering. Document code and technical specifications. Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and methodologies. Skills and Experience: 8+ years of proven experience as a C# Developer or similar software development role. Proficiency in the C# programming language and the .NET Framework, including .NET Core Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum. Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and ORM frameworks (e.g., Entity Framework). Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Good communication and collaboration abilities. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Strong attention to detail and dedication to delivering high-quality work. Experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git is preferred). Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot or similar to support coding, debugging, documentation and delivery, with an understanding of responsible and secure AI use. Qualifications & Certifications A degree or equivalent qualification related to the area you work in - Desirable Given the nature of the work and timescales, candidates must hold an active SC clearance. Triad's Commitment to You As a growing and ambitious company, Triad prioritises your development and well-being: Continuous Training & Development: Access to top-rated Udemy Business courses. Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discrimination. Benefits: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Matched pension contributions (5%). Private healthcare with Bupa Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access. Perkbox membership. Cycle-to-work scheme. What Our Colleagues Have to Say Please see for yourself on Glassdoor and our "Day in the Life" videos at the bottom of our Careers Page. Our Selection Process After applying for the role, our in-house talent team will contact you to discuss Triad and the position. If shortlisted, you will be invited for: Initial call with the Internal Recruitment Team Technical test Technical interview with one of our Senior Developers and Technical Architects Interview with our CTO for career review and cultural fit We aim to complete interviews and progress candidates to the offer stage within 2-3 weeks of the initial conversation. Other information If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please submit your application now! Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory to the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, and we are a Disability Confident Leader.

Solution Engineer Enterprise AI (6-Month Contract) SC Cleared - Must have active transferable SC Clearance Location: Waterloo, London (100% Onsite, 5 days per week) Rate: £650 - £700 per day (Inside IR35) Duratio n: 6 months (with potential to extend) About the Role This is not a high-level advisory role. As a Solution Engineer you will be on the ground, coding, designing, and deploying full-stack AI-driven web applications directly on this AI Platform. You will bridge the gap between complex AI engineering and customer-facing delivery. You will work directly with major enterprise clients to build custom demos, proofs-of-technology, and production-ready applications. What You Will Do Build & Deploy: Engineer full-stack, AI-based enterprise applications using Python and JavaScript. Client Delivery: Run technical deep-dives, demonstrations, and system training for enterprise customers. Review & Troubleshoot: Conduct code reviews, test customer applications, and resolve technical bottlenecks. Mentor: Guide junior developers on coding standards and system design. Collaborate: Work alongside product and engineering teams to feed customer insights back into the core platform. What You Bring Hands-on Code: At least 2+ years of professional software development experience (OOP). Tech Stack: Proficiency in Python and JavaScript, alongside modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, etc.). Cloud & Data: Proven experience deploying to AWS, GCP, or Azure, alongside a strong understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases. Communication: Exceptional client-facing skills. You must be comfortable presenting to and collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Education: A Bachelor s degree in a STEM subject (or equivalent practical experience). This position is strictly 5 days a week onsite at the Waterloo office and requires active transferable SC Clearance

Python Full Stack Developer Leeds (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £(Apply online only)/day (Inside IR35) Python Full Stack Developer needed for a 6 Month Contract in mainly remote with some travel London or Leeds (Hybrid). Start ASAP ideally August 2026. Using Core Python, and web frameworks like Flask + Django & Front-end development using Vue.js, JavaScript, CSS and HTML. Hybrid Working Mainly remote and travel working on-site in the Leeds or London office when required basis. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in large-scale Government projects. Key experience, responsibilities + tasks: Leading the design + development of complex applications using Core Python, and web frameworks like Flask + Django. Strong Python development expertise , and strong leadership skills, including the ability to drive development projects, and mentor junior developers. Front-end development using Vue.js, JavaScript, CSS and HTML to create seamless user interfaces. Technical Environment: Full Stack, Python, Flask, Django, Vue.js, React, CSS, HTML, Agile methods, Design Patterns, Object Relational Mappers (ORMs), server-side templating languages, Unit/API testing, AWS, CI/CD. SQL Server database experience, including developing / optimizing SQL Server databases, data analysis, and efficient data storage / retrieval. Familiar with AWS Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, serverless architectures + Docker containers. Developing applications using event-driven programming paradigms + adhering to design patterns like Model View Template (MVT), and Model View Controller (MVC). Mentoring junior developers in coding standards, Github version control, and code tracking. Overseeing integration of various software components and debugging and trouble-shooting applications. Implementing best practice in software development, including exception handling, data structures + object-oriented programming (OOP). SC Security Cleared candidates strongly desirable.

Mulesoft Developer +6 months + +Remote working +SC cleared - must be eligible for clearance +Inside IR35 + 600 - 675 a day We're looking for an experienced MuleSoft Developer to join our growing technology team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise integration solutions that connect Salesforce with critical business systems. Working alongside Enterprise Architects, Salesforce Developers, Engineers, DevOps teams and business stakeholders, you'll develop scalable, secure, and high-performing APIs and integrations using the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. If you're passionate about integration, API-led connectivity, and solving complex technical challenges, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As our MuleSoft Developer, you will: Design, develop and implement MuleSoft APIs, integrations and connectors to enable secure and efficient data exchange across enterprise systems. Build and maintain integrations between Salesforce and internal and third-party applications. Collaborate with architects, business analysts, Salesforce developers and technology partners to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Troubleshoot, test and optimise integrations to ensure reliability, scalability and performance. Implement best practices around API security, governance, monitoring and data management. Produce high-quality technical documentation and participate in peer code reviews. Provide technical guidance and share knowledge across the wider technology team. Keep up to date with emerging MuleSoft, Salesforce and integration technologies to continually improve our integration capabilities. What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience developing solutions using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform . Strong hands-on experience designing APIs, building Mule flows and managing Mule runtime environments. Experience integrating Salesforce with enterprise applications. Solid Java development skills. Strong understanding of REST and SOAP APIs, JSON, XML and data transformation. Experience implementing secure integration solutions using OAuth2, JWT, API gateways and encryption standards. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams. If you'd like to discuss this Mulesoft Developer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Senior Backend Software Engineer - Warminster, Hybrid - Security Cleared - 90,000 We're looking for an experienced engineer to join a collaborative technology team delivering mission-critical software used within a large scale UK defence programme. This is an opportunity to take ownership of major backend initiatives, influence technical direction, and work on systems where performance, reliability and security genuinely matter. The Opportunity You'll be helping to shape architecture, solve integration challenges and design scalable backend solutions that connect multiple enterprise platforms. Working as part of an experienced engineering team, you'll play a key role in evolving a modern software platform, integrating with data platforms, ERP systems and partner technologies while helping establish engineering best practices across the wider team. You'll have the autonomy to make technical decisions, mentor fellow engineers and contribute to the long term direction of both the product and engineering function. What You'll Be Doing Designing and developing scalable backend services and APIs Building integrations with enterprise systems, data platforms and third-party applications Making architectural decisions around backend services and data flows Implementing event-driven and real-time integration patterns where appropriate Writing clean, maintainable, well-tested code using modern engineering practices Improving CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and platform observability Working closely with engineers, product specialists, project managers and customer stakeholders Mentoring developers and helping raise engineering standards across the team About You You'll ideally have experience in: Strong backend development experience using Java (or another modern backend language with the ability to transition) Designing RESTful APIs and distributed backend systems SQL databases and data modelling System integration and enterprise application development Event-driven architectures and messaging technologies CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and modern development practices Making sound technical decisions and working through ambiguous requirements Mentoring engineers and leading technical delivery You'll be someone who enjoys solving difficult engineering problems, communicates well with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and takes pride in delivering high-quality software. Security Requirements Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be UK Nationals and eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). Existing SC clearance is advantageous but not essential. Senior Backend Software Engineer - Warminster, Hybrid - Security Cleared - 90,000

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect is a leading digital transformation consultancy helping public and private sector organisations deliver innovative, user-centred digital services. We combine agile delivery, modern engineering practices, and deep domain expertise to create solutions that improve outcomes for millions of users. Role Overview We are seeking a QAT Engineer (SFIA Level 4) to join our growing engineering team. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of digital services by developing and executing automated and manual testing activities across the software development life cycle. Working closely with developers, product managers, and delivery teams, you will help embed quality throughout the development process and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing practices. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and execute automated and manual test cases. Perform functional, regression, integration, and exploratory testing. Support the implementation and maintenance of automated testing frameworks. Identify, investigate, and document defects and quality issues. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to ensure quality requirements are met. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated validation processes. Participate in sprint planning, refinement, and agile ceremonies. Support continuous improvement of testing standards and processes. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working in Quality Assurance and Testing environments. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js. Experience using automated testing tools and frameworks. Understanding of regression, integration, and functional testing practices. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and agile delivery methodologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 Location: Flexible (all UK locations considered except London) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required

Java Developer - SC Cleared 60- 70 per hour 6-Month Rolling Contract Hybrid (2-3 Days Onsite) Newcastle We're looking for an SC Cleared Software Engineer (or someone eligible to obtain SC Clearance) to join a collaborative Agile team developing cutting-edge cloud-based Geospatial software . This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies, contributing to the design, development, testing, and deployment of scalable, high-performance services. This is a 6-month rolling contract with a hybrid working model, requiring 2-3 days per week onsite in Newcastle . The Role As a Software Engineer, you'll be involved throughout the full software development lifecycle, working within a supportive Agile Scrum environment to deliver innovative cloud-native solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop high-quality, scalable, and maintainable Java applications. Build cloud-based services using modern development practices. Write unit and automated tests to ensure software quality. Participate in design and code reviews, promoting best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability. Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across the team. Contribute to sprint planning, estimations, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews. Collaborate closely with the wider Scrum team to deliver sprint commitments. Champion continuous improvement and engineering excellence. Essential Skills Strong commercial experience with Java Experience developing cloud-based services Unit testing experience Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams Desirable Skills DevSecOps tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, and SonarQube Red Hat OpenShift or Kubernetes Quarkus Framework Front-end development using Angular Security Clearance Candidates must hold active SC Clearance or be eligible and willing to undergo SC Clearance . Contract Details Rate: 60- 70 per hour Contract: 6-month rolling Location: Newcastle Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite If you're an experienced Java Software Engineer looking to work on modern cloud technologies within a highly collaborative Agile environment, we'd love to hear from you.

DV Cleared Software Developers Join a global technology organisation at the forefront of delivering secure, mission-critical digital platforms. As investment continues across high-security programmes, we're looking for experienced DV-cleared engineers to help design, build and operate resilient, cloud-native infrastructure that underpins some of the UK's most sensitive environments. The Opportunity Working as part of a highly skilled engineering team, you'll develop and support modern platforms using automation, cloud technologies and Infrastructure-as-Code. You'll play a key role in creating scalable, secure environments, improving deployment pipelines, and embedding security throughout the software delivery life cycle. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies on projects where reliability, innovation and security are paramount. What You'll Bring Strong software engineering experience using languages such as Java, Python or C# Hands-on experience with modern DevOps tooling, including CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins or GitLab Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or Google Cloud) Knowledge of containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving engineering environment Active UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance is essential Desirable Experience Background in Platform Engineering, DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering Experience implementing secure-by-design or DevSecOps practices Previous work within defence, national security, government or other highly regulated environments If you're passionate about building secure, automated platforms and want to work on technology that supports nationally important programmes, we'd love to hear from yo

SC Cleared Test Manager / Lead (Non Functional) - Leeds - Inside IR35 - Hybrid Leading banking client to seek to recruit an established SC Cleared Test Manager / Lead within this role you will support with creating strategies and solutions for the future of system scalability and reliability! As a Test Lead your day to day tasks will include: leading the design and performance, load/stress tools using JMeter, LoadRunner, meeting strategy and non functional requirements, working closely with developers and architects to identify issues, monitor systems using diagnostic tools such as Dynatrace. Integrate with CI/CD pipelines and drive efficiency and improvements within both cloud and on-prem environments. Core Experience within a Lead capacity • Ability to design, execute, and analyse performance, load, stress, and volume tests. • Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Splunk) and diagnostics platforms (New Relic, Dynatrace). • Understanding of containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and big data platforms (Databricks). • Ability to analyse complex performance issues and provide actionable recommendations. • Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for test automation and data analysis. • Knowledge of Performance Test Strategy and defining Non-Functional Requirements. • Proven experience in Performance Testing of cloud-based architectures (Azure, AWS, GCP). • Strong knowledge of performance testing methodologies and tools (such as JMeter, LoadRunner). Desirable Criteria • Knowledge of middleware systems (Kafka, IBM MQ). • Experience with ELK stack and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau). • Exposure to CI/CD tools (Github Actions, Jenkins) and version control systems (Git). • Familiarity with security and compliance considerations in performance testing. • Experience integrating performance testing into CI/CD pipelines. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Donna Lenihan via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.

Full Stack Developer (DV Cleared) Location: London, Bristol, Manchester (hybrid) Clearance: Active DV Clearance is essential Salary: (phone number removed) Design, develop, and maintain scalable digital solutions for Defence and Security clients. The role involves working across the full software development lifecycle, delivering secure, high quality applications that support mission critical operations. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to build user-focused products, integrate modern technologies, and help organisations leverage cloud platforms and emerging technologies to improve outcomes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain full stack applications across both front-end and back-end technologies. Build secure, scalable, and high-performing web applications and services. Collaborate with product owners, designers, architects, and delivery teams to deliver user-centred solutions. Develop and integrate APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Contribute to solution architecture, technical design, and technology selection. Implement software engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing, version control, and CI/CD. Troubleshoot and resolve application, performance, and security issues. Produce technical documentation and communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders. Support continuous improvement, mentoring, and knowledge sharing across the development team. Essential Skills & Experience Experience developing full stack applications using modern front-end and back-end technologies. Strong programming skills in languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#, Python, or Node.js. Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js. Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices. Knowledge of software engineering best practices, including testing, CI/CD, and version control (Git). Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience developing solutions within secure or regulated environments. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience deploying and managing applications in cloud environments. Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Experience with AWS or Azure cloud services. Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to build innovative digital services that truly make a difference. Role Purpose We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure Server Side services and APIs, while contributing to the adoption of Agentic AI capabilities within our engineering platform. The role sits at SFIA Level 4: the individual works under general direction, uses discretion in resolving problems, plans and monitors their own work (and may guide junior colleagues informally), and understands how their work contributes to broader team and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain Back End services and REST/GraphQL APIs using Java/Spring Boot (or equivalent modern Back End stack). Contribute to system architecture and data model design in collaboration with senior/lead engineers. Write clean, well-tested, maintainable code following TDD/BDD practices and team coding standards. Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback. Integrate Back End services with databases (relational and NoSQL), messaging/event systems, and third-party APIs. Build, extend, and operate agentic AI workflows - integrating LLM-based agents and tools into Back End systems for automation, orchestration, and decision support. Support CI/CD pipelines, containerised deployments, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) for services owned by the team. Diagnose and resolve production issues, contributing to monitoring, logging, and observability practices. Document technical designs, APIs, and agent workflows clearly for other engineers and stakeholders. Work closely with QA, DevOps, and product teams within an Agile/Scrum delivery model. Technical Skills Core Backend Languages: Java 11/17/21 (or later), with working knowledge of Kotlin/Scala a plus Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA APIs: REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI/Swagger Databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Elasticsearch Messaging/Streaming: Kafka, RabbitMQ, event-driven architecture Testing: JUnit, Mockito, TDD/BDD, Cucumber Build & CI/CD: Maven/Gradle, Git, Jenkins/GitHub Actions/GitLab CI Cloud & Containers: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, IAM) or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus Agentic AI Skills (Required/Desirable) Understanding of LLM agent architectures: reasoning loops, tool-use, planning, and memory patterns. Hands-on experience (or strong aptitude to learn) building or integrating agents using frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI, or the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Ability to design and expose Back End services as tools/functions callable by AI agents (tool schemas, function calling, structured outputs). Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG): vector databases (eg, Pinecone, Weaviate, pgvector), embeddings, and chunking strategies. Working knowledge of prompt engineering and evaluation techniques for agent reliability, safety, and cost control. Familiarity with orchestrating multi-agent workflows and human-in-the-loop approval steps for sensitive actions. Awareness of security, data-privacy, and governance considerations specific to AI agents (prompt injection risks, access scoping, audit logging). Experience integrating with LLM provider APIs (eg, Anthropic Claude API, OpenAI API) including streaming responses and tool-result handling. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience. 10-15 years' commercial Back End development experience. Proven experience delivering production-grade services in Agile/Scrum teams. Exposure to (or strong interest in) integrating AI/LLM capabilities into production systems. Good communication skills; comfortable explaining technical trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Software Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This role is integral to enhancing and securing modern technology platforms, ensuring the protection of critical national infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver engineering platform capabilities that facilitate building, testing, securing, and deploying services in a highly automated, CI/CD-driven environment. Design, implement, and evolve CI/CD pipelines, ensuring consistent, reliable, and repeatable delivery processes across multiple teams and services. Embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices to drive standardisation and scalability. Integrate security controls into engineering workflows, ensuring services are secure by design. Support and enable engineering teams by providing guidance, tooling, and best practices. Continuously optimise automation, identifying opportunities to remove repetitive manual tasks and improve the developer experience. Collaborate across development, security, and operations to promote end-to-end ownership of services. Maintain and improve engineering tooling and platforms, including source-code control systems, build systems, artifact repositories, and deployment frameworks. Job Requirements: Proficiency in software application development using languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C++, or C#. Experience with database technologies (e.g., Elastic, MySQL, SQL Server). Understanding of CI/CD platforms (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins) and source-code control (e.g., Git, GitOps). Knowledge of infrastructure management frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef). Familiarity with containerisation platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Helm). Experience with cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to integrate security controls into engineering workflows. Understanding of software and system validation, and test principles. Benefits: Opportunity to work on significant and challenging projects within the Defence & Security sector. Access to cutting-edge tools and infrastructure in a technology-first environment. Professional development and training opportunities. A collaborative and mission-focused work atmosphere. If you are an experienced Software Developer looking for an opportunity to contribute to national security and work with state-of-the-art technology, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the Defence & Security sector.

Job Title: Senior Frontend Developer Location: Remote (ad hoc travel to London office) Contract Length: 12 Months (with scope to extend) Start Date: ASAP IR35: Inside Interview Process: 1 Stage, MS Teams Clearance: SC We are supporting a public sector client in hiring a Senior Frontend Developer to join an established engineering team delivering and maintaining web-based applications and REST API services across a secure environment. This is a hands-on full stack development role with a strong emphasis on Python Flask and REST API development. The successful candidate will work across both the Back End and Front End, contributing to API design and implementation, TypeScript and React Front End development, and the ongoing maintenance and improvement of existing services. This role suits an experienced Senior Frontend Developer with a solid Flask and REST API background, comfortable contributing across the full stack and working within a collaborative Agile team in a regulated, security-conscious environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain Python Flask REST APIs, ensuring robust, well-tested and production-ready Back End services Contribute to Front End development using React and TypeScript, building and maintaining user-facing application components Collaborate with engineering, architecture and delivery teams to translate requirements into scalable, maintainable code Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions and Agile sprint ceremonies Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability across Back End and Front End workstreams Maintain technical documentation and adhere to best practices in code quality, security and governance Support the ongoing maintenance, debugging and optimisation of existing application services Essential Skills Strong Python proficiency with hands-on experience building REST APIs using Flask or similar frameworks Experience with React and TypeScript for Front End application development Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices Experience writing unit and integration tests across Python and JavaScript or TypeScript codebases Comfortable working within Agile delivery environments and collaborative engineering teams Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across technical and non-technical audiences Desirable Skills Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control using Git and Azure DevOps or similar tooling Familiarity with containerisation using Docker and cloud platform deployment across AWS or Azure Knowledge of data security and governance best practices within regulated environments Experience working within public sector or similarly security-conscious delivery environments

Node Developer - Remote Working Lynx are currently working with a large IT consultancy to help them source a Node Developer. Our client is large global Consultancy who work with enterprise clients, solving their business and technology problems using cutting edge Solutions. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage backend applications and APIs using Node.js Work with RESTful APIs and external services to enhance system capabilities and connectivity Perform unit and integration testing, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high code reliability Collaborating with stakeholders and leadership to understand and refine project requirements Working on diverse projects and challenges in a consultancy capacity Advocating for and contributing to best practices in software engineering across teams and projects Key skills and experience: Previous experience working within a consulting organisation is essential Must be either SC cleared or eligible Experience working as a Software Engineer Strong Node.JS development experience Strong knowledge of JavaScript Experience working within cloud environments If this role sounds of interest, then please apply with your updated CV.

SC Cleared AI Developers - Contract (Outside IR35) Location: Largely Remote (occasional travel to UK Defence sites - expenses covered) Rate: £500 - £600 per day Start Date: TBC Openings: 1-2 positions We are seeking experienced AI Developers with active SC Clearance to join an exciting project within the UK Defence sector. This is a contract role outside IR35, offering the opportunity to work on impactful, cutting-edge AI solutions. About the Role You will be part of a collaborative team designing, developing and deploying advanced AI systems across both on-premise and cloud-based environments. The work will involve building applications, integrating APIs, and leveraging the latest in large language models (LLMs) to deliver powerful, production-ready solutions for defence and government stakeholders. Key Skills and Experience Active SC Clearance (essential) Proven experience working with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) or similar secure environments Strong development experience in Python and JavaScript Hands-on experience with AI systems, LLMs, and tools such as OpenAI, Claude, and LangChain Experience working across on-premise and cloud-based deployments Familiarity with notebooks, APIs, and building AI-driven applications Additional Information The role is largely remote with occasional travel to defence sites (expenses covered) Interview process: Single-stage interview HM Contract status: Outside IR35 If you are an SC-cleared AI Developer seeking an opportunity to work on innovative defence projects using the latest AI technologies, we would like to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

Cloud Application Developer £50,000-£65,000 + £15,000 (once clearance in place) eDV role - not required to start Manchester or Cheltenham (remote, then on site once cleared) Sanderson Government and Defence are supporting a commercial supplier to government in their search for a Cloud Application Developer to work out of either Manchester or Cheltenham. This client, aside from offering a very strong package, offer an excellent development programme, with a real willingness to support both financially and otherwise. Tech wise, we have requirement for both Java and Python backend languages, and cloud experience would also be very helpful indeed. AWS is by far the most prevalent, but we will look at individuals with transferable experience in this area. We need individuals who are eligible for a high level of security clearance, which will be explained in further detail in the initial screening call. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.

Job Title: Senior Java Developer Max Rate: £480 - 595p/d via Umbrella Clearance Required: SC Cleared or Eligible Duration: 6 months Location: Telford - Hybrid - min. 2 days per week Job Description: CESA Futures require a Senior Java Engineer to write the low-level design and build some transformation code to transform data from CESA to the ETMP design which will be hosted in an Oracle database. The CESA Futures Programme is a major 2yr+ programme of work within the overarching Tax Admin Modernisation Programme. Currently completing the Discovery phase, CESA Futures will modernise the existing CESA application through the creation of new capabilities or the transfer of functionality to other existing systems across the estate. The remediated capabilities within Tax Admin are referred to as the Auxiliary Self-Assessment Solutions (ASAS), which itself consist of a number of products. These products contain Presentation, Service and Data layers. These are largely supported by the following technologies: The CESA Futures team follows agile principles, on a two-week sprint cadence, with multiple scrum teams forming the overall engineering team. Engineers are expected to be, or become, T-shaped and able to operate across the product stack, including testing (or have a drive to develop their skills in other areas). The engineering team is looking to grow substantially during 2025 and is looking for a mixture of experience levels to form our new scrum teams. This particular role is for a mid-range technical resources where the ability to work within a team. Required Skills: . React . Java 17+ . JSON . Spring Boot 3+ . Junit . Playwright . HTML . Object Oriented Design . JPA . Maven . Gitlab (understanding of Git at least is essential) . JDBC . Proven leadership skills . Good communication skills . Proven team engagement skills . Proven coaching skills . Quality Driven . Adaptable/ability to context switch . Stakeholder Management Optional Skills: . Kubernetes . Micro-services . GraalVM . Helm . Mockito . AWS . Kibana . Grafana . Open API . WCAG . OAuth2/OpenID . Sustainable Software Engineering . Cucumber/Gherkin . Selenium . Agile Scrum . Agile Practices

Full Stack Senior Developer One of our clients is looking for an experienced Full Stack Senior Developer to join them for a 6 month contract. The role is inside IR35. Our client is based Leicester, London, or Winchester. This role will require 3 days per week onsite. This role is working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. Skills: Hands-on DevOps experience, including Containers, Kubernetes, SSL, and Infrastructure as Code Hands-on AWS experience, ideally with serverless technologies such as ECS and Lambda Strong JavaScript development experience AWS CloudFormation Cloud security knowledge Experience with Google Cloud VPNs, Cisco, and general networking protocol experience If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.