Sanderson Government & Defence
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Senior Software Engineer - National Security (Data Systems) About the role You'll design and deliver scalable data processing solutions for customers operating in highly sensitive, demanding environments. This is hands-on technical work: you'll architect cloud-native systems, lead data pipeline development, and work directly with technical stakeholders to solve complex, real-world problems click apply for full job details
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - National Security (Data Systems) About the role You'll design and deliver scalable data processing solutions for customers operating in highly sensitive, demanding environments. This is hands-on technical work: you'll architect cloud-native systems, lead data pipeline development, and work directly with technical stakeholders to solve complex, real-world problems click apply for full job details
Key Details at a Glance Role: Security Incident Response Engineer Location: Warrington - hybrid, typically 2 days per week on site Contract length: 6 months (with strong potential for extension based on performance and project needs) IR35 status: Out of Scope Rate: 100/hour Clearance: Existing SC preferred or strong eligible candidates Day-to-day environment: Digital / Cyber, working closely with Cyber Operations / CSOC What You Would Be Doing This role sits at the intersection of cyber operations and ServiceNow engineering. You would be responsible for designing and embedding robust incident response capabilities in the ServiceNow Security Incident Response (SIR) module, closely aligned to NCSC and best-practice frameworks. ServiceNow SIR workflow design & development Review existing incident processes and translate them into effective ServiceNow SIR workflows, covering triage, escalation paths, case lifecycle, evidence management, and integration with CSOC tooling. Platform configuration & enhancement Configure and customise SIR forms, fields, templates, routing rules, severity models, and guided response actions. You will also identify gaps in capability and define enhancements in line with platform governance and architecture standards. Systems integration & automation Support integration of SIR with SIEM/SOC tools, threat intelligence feeds, SOAR modules, email ingestion, and ITSM processes (Change, Problem, Incident). A key focus is on building automations that reduce manual effort and improve response times. Data, reporting & dashboards Define and implement operational dashboards for CSOC analysts, KPIs for senior management, and compliance/audit-ready reporting. You will help ensure clear visibility of incident trends, response performance, and workflow bottlenecks. Documentation & playbooks Translate existing cyber response processes into guided SIR workflows and create user guides, SOPs, technical configuration documentation, data flow diagrams, and integration maps to support long-term maintainability. Training & BAU handover Deliver hands-on training for Cyber Operations and process owners, and provide detailed handover materials to embed SIR into BAU operations. What Our Client Is Looking For Proven ServiceNow experience, ideally with a strong focus on SecOps / SIR . Solid background in cyber security and incident response , ideally within SOC/CSOC or similar environments. Comfortable engaging with stakeholders across Cyber Operations, IT, and senior management, with the ability to explain both technical detail and business impact. Experience working in or with public sector / regulated environments is beneficial but not essential if you bring strong SIR and IR credentials. Why This Contract Might Appeal to You Opportunity to shape and build a critical incident response capability on ServiceNow rather than simply maintaining an existing setup. Direct impact on how a major organisation responds to cyber incidents, with visibility to senior stakeholders. Hybrid working model, combining meaningful on-site collaboration with flexibility. Work within the Cyber / Public Sector space, contributing to the protection of nationally important services.
Aug 01, 2026
Contractor
Key Details at a Glance Role: Security Incident Response Engineer Location: Warrington - hybrid, typically 2 days per week on site Contract length: 6 months (with strong potential for extension based on performance and project needs) IR35 status: Out of Scope Rate: 100/hour Clearance: Existing SC preferred or strong eligible candidates Day-to-day environment: Digital / Cyber, working closely with Cyber Operations / CSOC What You Would Be Doing This role sits at the intersection of cyber operations and ServiceNow engineering. You would be responsible for designing and embedding robust incident response capabilities in the ServiceNow Security Incident Response (SIR) module, closely aligned to NCSC and best-practice frameworks. ServiceNow SIR workflow design & development Review existing incident processes and translate them into effective ServiceNow SIR workflows, covering triage, escalation paths, case lifecycle, evidence management, and integration with CSOC tooling. Platform configuration & enhancement Configure and customise SIR forms, fields, templates, routing rules, severity models, and guided response actions. You will also identify gaps in capability and define enhancements in line with platform governance and architecture standards. Systems integration & automation Support integration of SIR with SIEM/SOC tools, threat intelligence feeds, SOAR modules, email ingestion, and ITSM processes (Change, Problem, Incident). A key focus is on building automations that reduce manual effort and improve response times. Data, reporting & dashboards Define and implement operational dashboards for CSOC analysts, KPIs for senior management, and compliance/audit-ready reporting. You will help ensure clear visibility of incident trends, response performance, and workflow bottlenecks. Documentation & playbooks Translate existing cyber response processes into guided SIR workflows and create user guides, SOPs, technical configuration documentation, data flow diagrams, and integration maps to support long-term maintainability. Training & BAU handover Deliver hands-on training for Cyber Operations and process owners, and provide detailed handover materials to embed SIR into BAU operations. What Our Client Is Looking For Proven ServiceNow experience, ideally with a strong focus on SecOps / SIR . Solid background in cyber security and incident response , ideally within SOC/CSOC or similar environments. Comfortable engaging with stakeholders across Cyber Operations, IT, and senior management, with the ability to explain both technical detail and business impact. Experience working in or with public sector / regulated environments is beneficial but not essential if you bring strong SIR and IR credentials. Why This Contract Might Appeal to You Opportunity to shape and build a critical incident response capability on ServiceNow rather than simply maintaining an existing setup. Direct impact on how a major organisation responds to cyber incidents, with visibility to senior stakeholders. Hybrid working model, combining meaningful on-site collaboration with flexibility. Work within the Cyber / Public Sector space, contributing to the protection of nationally important services.
Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Location: Remote - USA or UK (International Travel Required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to join a global RF technology group operating across advanced antenna, microwave and RF engineering solutions for defence, aerospace, government and commercial communications markets. The organisation designs and manufactures high-performance RF and microwave systems and antenna technologies used in mission-critical applications including communications, electronic warfare, surveillance, intelligence, maritime, aviation and space. Operating through a portfolio of international specialist engineering businesses, the group combines deep technical capability with strong innovation, R&D focus and proprietary IP development. Following continued global expansion and increased emphasis on cross-group collaboration, the business is seeking a highly entrepreneurial, commercially driven and results-focused executive to lead and unify global revenue strategy across the organisation. The CRO will be responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, commercial excellence and strategic alignment across multiple international operating companies. The role exists to unlock the full commercial potential of the group by leading complex, multi-entity opportunities and ensuring a coordinated, disciplined and scalable approach to global sales execution. The successful candidate will act as the single point of accountability for major commercial opportunities across the group, ensuring effective pricing, governance, customer engagement and conversion into long-term profitable revenue. Working closely with the CEO and COO, the CRO will align commercial ambition with operational capability, ensuring global revenue performance is optimised through structured execution, strong leadership and data-driven decision-making. The role requires significant international travel across the USA, UK, Europe and other global regions, operating across time zones aligned with customers and internal stakeholders. Main Responsibilities of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Define and execute the group-wide commercial and revenue strategy to deliver sustained global growth Drive improvements in pipeline velocity, conversion rates, deal size and margin through structured KPI management Embed a "one group" commercial approach, maximising cross-selling and upselling across all operating companies Design and implement a scalable global sales operating model across regional hubs and international markets Build and lead a high-performing global commercial organisation spanning sales, marketing and customer engagement functions Lead and coordinate complex, high-value multi-entity bids and strategic customer opportunities Oversee pricing strategy, commercial governance, deal approval and margin protection across all major opportunities Establish robust forecasting, reporting and CRM-driven performance frameworks for executive and board-level insight Drive alignment across all operating companies to ensure consistent commercial execution and account ownership clarity Identify and develop new market opportunities, strategic accounts and global revenue streams Support integration, acquisition and transformation activities where required to accelerate group growth Act as a key interface between commercial strategy and operational delivery in partnership with the COO Requirements of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Proven experience in a senior commercial leadership or executive role within a fast-paced, growing technology or engineering organisation Strong background in RF, microwave, antenna systems, communications, defence, aerospace or highly technical manufacturing environments is highly desirable Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth, commercial strategy and international sales performance Significant experience leading global or multi-entity commercial teams across multiple regions Strong understanding of go-to-market strategy, pricing, revenue operations and complex deal structures Experience managing large-scale enterprise customers and high-value strategic accounts Ability to operate at C-suite and board level with strong stakeholder influence and executive presence Strong financial and commercial acumen including forecasting, margin management and KPI-driven performance management Experience designing and scaling global sales operating models and leading transformational change Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder commercial environments within international group structures Strong customer-facing credibility with the ability to lead strategic engagements at senior level Experience working with CRM systems and revenue performance tools Strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills with the ability to operate in fast-moving, high-pressure environments Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis Extensive leadership experience, including long term leardership of teams across multiple territories Degree qualified in Engineering, Business, Finance or related discipline (MBA advantageous) English language essential; additional languages advantageous Experience within defence/security regulated environments (ISO, CMMC, cyber security frameworks) desirable Working Pattern & Benefits: Remote position based in either the USA or UK Significant international travel across North America, Europe and other strategic regions Executive-level role reporting directly to the CEO and Board Opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a global RF technology group High levels of autonomy and influence across multiple international businesses Competitive executive salary with annual bonus (up to three months' salary) Long-Term Incentive Plan(share options) Comprehensive healthcare and executive benefits package Strong long-term opportunity to build and lead a world-class global commercial organisation To apply for this Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) opportunity, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group. 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Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Location: Remote - USA or UK (International Travel Required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to join a global RF technology group operating across advanced antenna, microwave and RF engineering solutions for defence, aerospace, government and commercial communications markets. The organisation designs and manufactures high-performance RF and microwave systems and antenna technologies used in mission-critical applications including communications, electronic warfare, surveillance, intelligence, maritime, aviation and space. Operating through a portfolio of international specialist engineering businesses, the group combines deep technical capability with strong innovation, R&D focus and proprietary IP development. Following continued global expansion and increased emphasis on cross-group collaboration, the business is seeking a highly entrepreneurial, commercially driven and results-focused executive to lead and unify global revenue strategy across the organisation. The CRO will be responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, commercial excellence and strategic alignment across multiple international operating companies. The role exists to unlock the full commercial potential of the group by leading complex, multi-entity opportunities and ensuring a coordinated, disciplined and scalable approach to global sales execution. The successful candidate will act as the single point of accountability for major commercial opportunities across the group, ensuring effective pricing, governance, customer engagement and conversion into long-term profitable revenue. Working closely with the CEO and COO, the CRO will align commercial ambition with operational capability, ensuring global revenue performance is optimised through structured execution, strong leadership and data-driven decision-making. The role requires significant international travel across the USA, UK, Europe and other global regions, operating across time zones aligned with customers and internal stakeholders. Main Responsibilities of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Define and execute the group-wide commercial and revenue strategy to deliver sustained global growth Drive improvements in pipeline velocity, conversion rates, deal size and margin through structured KPI management Embed a "one group" commercial approach, maximising cross-selling and upselling across all operating companies Design and implement a scalable global sales operating model across regional hubs and international markets Build and lead a high-performing global commercial organisation spanning sales, marketing and customer engagement functions Lead and coordinate complex, high-value multi-entity bids and strategic customer opportunities Oversee pricing strategy, commercial governance, deal approval and margin protection across all major opportunities Establish robust forecasting, reporting and CRM-driven performance frameworks for executive and board-level insight Drive alignment across all operating companies to ensure consistent commercial execution and account ownership clarity Identify and develop new market opportunities, strategic accounts and global revenue streams Support integration, acquisition and transformation activities where required to accelerate group growth Act as a key interface between commercial strategy and operational delivery in partnership with the COO Requirements of the Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO): Proven experience in a senior commercial leadership or executive role within a fast-paced, growing technology or engineering organisation Strong background in RF, microwave, antenna systems, communications, defence, aerospace or highly technical manufacturing environments is highly desirable Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth, commercial strategy and international sales performance Significant experience leading global or multi-entity commercial teams across multiple regions Strong understanding of go-to-market strategy, pricing, revenue operations and complex deal structures Experience managing large-scale enterprise customers and high-value strategic accounts Ability to operate at C-suite and board level with strong stakeholder influence and executive presence Strong financial and commercial acumen including forecasting, margin management and KPI-driven performance management Experience designing and scaling global sales operating models and leading transformational change Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder commercial environments within international group structures Strong customer-facing credibility with the ability to lead strategic engagements at senior level Experience working with CRM systems and revenue performance tools Strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills with the ability to operate in fast-moving, high-pressure environments Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis Extensive leadership experience, including long term leardership of teams across multiple territories Degree qualified in Engineering, Business, Finance or related discipline (MBA advantageous) English language essential; additional languages advantageous Experience within defence/security regulated environments (ISO, CMMC, cyber security frameworks) desirable Working Pattern & Benefits: Remote position based in either the USA or UK Significant international travel across North America, Europe and other strategic regions Executive-level role reporting directly to the CEO and Board Opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a global RF technology group High levels of autonomy and influence across multiple international businesses Competitive executive salary with annual bonus (up to three months' salary) Long-Term Incentive Plan(share options) Comprehensive healthcare and executive benefits package Strong long-term opportunity to build and lead a world-class global commercial organisation To apply for this Group Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) opportunity, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group. 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Hays are now looking for a Senior / Principal DevOps & CloudOps Engineer for one of our local retail clients: 700 - 800 p/d Inside IR35 (depending on level) 3 days p/w in the office, rest is WFH Location is Bury We are looking for a Senior or Principal DevOps & CloudOps Engineer to design, build, and evolve our enterprise CI/CD and cloud infrastructure frameworks. Working closely with Engineering, Product, QA, Security, and Reliability teams, you will help deliver secure, scalable, automated, and high-performing cloud services while enabling development teams to deploy with greater speed and autonomy. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and continuously improve enterprise CI/CD pipelines and DevOps frameworks. Select and implement the right tools, processes, and automation to streamline software delivery. Drive adoption of DevOps best practices across engineering teams and onboard products onto shared platforms. Build and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud infrastructure in AWS. Implement observability, monitoring, and operational insights across multiple environments. Improve deployment processes, reduce friction, and enable self-service capabilities for development teams. Support cloud and infrastructure incident response, ensuring rapid service restoration. Develop solutions that provide visibility into cloud costs, resource utilisation, and FinOps metrics. Maintain infrastructure currency, supporting upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives. Define and manage the roadmap for pipeline enhancements, platform capabilities, and technology innovation. What We're Looking For Deep expertise in DevOps, Cloud Operations, and FinOps principles. Strong experience designing and managing AWS-based cloud environments. Proven experience building Infrastructure as Code solutions using tools such as Terraform. Hands-on experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines from scratch, ideally using GitHub. Experience supporting large-scale engineering organisations, including monorepos and parallel deployment models. Knowledge of configuration, service, and release management practices with a strong focus on automation. Experience with containerisation and workload orchestration technologies. Scripting and programming experience with tools such as Python and Bash. Strong understanding of observability, reliability, and operational best practices. Knowledge of information security principles and experience embedding security throughout the software delivery lifecycle. If you're 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)
Aug 01, 2026
Contractor
Hays are now looking for a Senior / Principal DevOps & CloudOps Engineer for one of our local retail clients: 700 - 800 p/d Inside IR35 (depending on level) 3 days p/w in the office, rest is WFH Location is Bury We are looking for a Senior or Principal DevOps & CloudOps Engineer to design, build, and evolve our enterprise CI/CD and cloud infrastructure frameworks. Working closely with Engineering, Product, QA, Security, and Reliability teams, you will help deliver secure, scalable, automated, and high-performing cloud services while enabling development teams to deploy with greater speed and autonomy. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and continuously improve enterprise CI/CD pipelines and DevOps frameworks. Select and implement the right tools, processes, and automation to streamline software delivery. Drive adoption of DevOps best practices across engineering teams and onboard products onto shared platforms. Build and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud infrastructure in AWS. Implement observability, monitoring, and operational insights across multiple environments. Improve deployment processes, reduce friction, and enable self-service capabilities for development teams. Support cloud and infrastructure incident response, ensuring rapid service restoration. Develop solutions that provide visibility into cloud costs, resource utilisation, and FinOps metrics. Maintain infrastructure currency, supporting upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives. Define and manage the roadmap for pipeline enhancements, platform capabilities, and technology innovation. What We're Looking For Deep expertise in DevOps, Cloud Operations, and FinOps principles. Strong experience designing and managing AWS-based cloud environments. Proven experience building Infrastructure as Code solutions using tools such as Terraform. Hands-on experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines from scratch, ideally using GitHub. Experience supporting large-scale engineering organisations, including monorepos and parallel deployment models. Knowledge of configuration, service, and release management practices with a strong focus on automation. Experience with containerisation and workload orchestration technologies. Scripting and programming experience with tools such as Python and Bash. Strong understanding of observability, reliability, and operational best practices. Knowledge of information security principles and experience embedding security throughout the software delivery lifecycle. If you're 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)
Product Manager with a strong Saas experience is sought by a high growth scale up based in Birmingham that is carving out a niche a true disrupter in their sector. Following significant growth and investment, they are looking for an experienced Product Manager to take ownership of key product initiatives and new solution features and help shape the next stage of their journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Product Manager who enjoys working closely with customers, engineering teams and senior stakeholders to turn ideas into scalable products. The Role As Product Manager you will own the end-to-end product lifecycle, helping define the roadmap and ensuring new features deliver measurable customer and business value. You will: - Own product discovery, gathering insights from customers, users and internal stakeholders. - Translate business challenges into clear product requirements, user stories and priorities. - Work closely with software engineering, UX/UI and commercial teams to deliver high-quality SaaS products. - Manage and prioritise the product backlog, balancing customer needs, technical considerations and commercial goals. - Use data, customer feedback and market insight to identify opportunities for improvement. - Define success metrics and measure the impact of product releases. - Champion a product-led approach across the business as the platform continues to scale. What we are looking for: - Proven experience as a Product Manager within a SaaS / software product environment. - Experience owning digital products through the full product lifecycle. - Any experience working with AI tooling to aid solution design would be a plus - Comfortable working closely with engineering teams and challenging technical decisions. - Experience using data and customer insight to influence product strategy. - Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across commercial, technical and leadership teams. - An inquisitive nature with a passion for learning and personal development Why join? - Join a true industry disruptor with huge growth and investment plans over the next 18 months - Genuine ownership and influence over product direction. - Clear progression to a senior position - Opportunity to build products used by thousands of customers. - Collaborative culture where technology is central to growth. - Great package - £55,000 - £70,000 DoE base with a bonus and hybrid working, flexible working (3 days a week on-site) Product Manager Birmingham £55,000 - £70,000 DoE Saas, product, solution design, AI, artificial intelligence
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Product Manager with a strong Saas experience is sought by a high growth scale up based in Birmingham that is carving out a niche a true disrupter in their sector. Following significant growth and investment, they are looking for an experienced Product Manager to take ownership of key product initiatives and new solution features and help shape the next stage of their journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Product Manager who enjoys working closely with customers, engineering teams and senior stakeholders to turn ideas into scalable products. The Role As Product Manager you will own the end-to-end product lifecycle, helping define the roadmap and ensuring new features deliver measurable customer and business value. You will: - Own product discovery, gathering insights from customers, users and internal stakeholders. - Translate business challenges into clear product requirements, user stories and priorities. - Work closely with software engineering, UX/UI and commercial teams to deliver high-quality SaaS products. - Manage and prioritise the product backlog, balancing customer needs, technical considerations and commercial goals. - Use data, customer feedback and market insight to identify opportunities for improvement. - Define success metrics and measure the impact of product releases. - Champion a product-led approach across the business as the platform continues to scale. What we are looking for: - Proven experience as a Product Manager within a SaaS / software product environment. - Experience owning digital products through the full product lifecycle. - Any experience working with AI tooling to aid solution design would be a plus - Comfortable working closely with engineering teams and challenging technical decisions. - Experience using data and customer insight to influence product strategy. - Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across commercial, technical and leadership teams. - An inquisitive nature with a passion for learning and personal development Why join? - Join a true industry disruptor with huge growth and investment plans over the next 18 months - Genuine ownership and influence over product direction. - Clear progression to a senior position - Opportunity to build products used by thousands of customers. - Collaborative culture where technology is central to growth. - Great package - £55,000 - £70,000 DoE base with a bonus and hybrid working, flexible working (3 days a week on-site) Product Manager Birmingham £55,000 - £70,000 DoE Saas, product, solution design, AI, artificial intelligence
We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Kier Design team based in Nationwide/agile working plus travel as necessary. Location: Nationwide/agile working plus travel as necessary Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll play a vital role in supporting the delivery of commercial excellence across Kier Design. Working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll help manage all aspects of commercial activity, from procurement and subcontractor management through to financial reporting and change control. This is an opportunity to work collaboratively with talented Project Leads and embedded teams, ensuring robust commercial controls and clear forecasting whilst contributing to wider business efficiency. What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Kier Design team, supporting them in delivering strong commercial governance and performance. Your day to day will include: Leading subcontractor procurement activities, including tendering, evaluation and appointment, and managing whole-life subcontract performance Supporting contract administration and change control processes, working with Project Leads to manage commercial risk and opportunity Providing accurate forecasting and reporting, preparing client applications for payment and managing work in progress effectively Managing safe entry into contracts through PLM governance and ensuring compliance with commercial standards and controls Contributing to team efficiency by monitoring utilisation, supporting bid and tender activities, and building strong relationships across teams What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have experience in a similar Quantity Surveying role within construction, consultancy, design or term-service environments You possess strong contractual awareness, including NEC and general commercial principles, with demonstrable experience in subcontract procurement and management You're confident preparing client applications, forecasting, cost reporting and managing change control processes You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, are detail-oriented and able to work independently across multiple projects You're a collaborative problem-solver with strong time management skills, commercial judgement and a focus on working in line with our values Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to .
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Kier Design team based in Nationwide/agile working plus travel as necessary. Location: Nationwide/agile working plus travel as necessary Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll play a vital role in supporting the delivery of commercial excellence across Kier Design. Working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll help manage all aspects of commercial activity, from procurement and subcontractor management through to financial reporting and change control. This is an opportunity to work collaboratively with talented Project Leads and embedded teams, ensuring robust commercial controls and clear forecasting whilst contributing to wider business efficiency. What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Kier Design team, supporting them in delivering strong commercial governance and performance. Your day to day will include: Leading subcontractor procurement activities, including tendering, evaluation and appointment, and managing whole-life subcontract performance Supporting contract administration and change control processes, working with Project Leads to manage commercial risk and opportunity Providing accurate forecasting and reporting, preparing client applications for payment and managing work in progress effectively Managing safe entry into contracts through PLM governance and ensuring compliance with commercial standards and controls Contributing to team efficiency by monitoring utilisation, supporting bid and tender activities, and building strong relationships across teams What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have experience in a similar Quantity Surveying role within construction, consultancy, design or term-service environments You possess strong contractual awareness, including NEC and general commercial principles, with demonstrable experience in subcontract procurement and management You're confident preparing client applications, forecasting, cost reporting and managing change control processes You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, are detail-oriented and able to work independently across multiple projects You're a collaborative problem-solver with strong time management skills, commercial judgement and a focus on working in line with our values Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to .
Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: You will be working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies You will be providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions You will be coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) You will have ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs You will have robust understanding of product design and work package control You will have familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: You will be working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies You will be providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions You will be coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) You will have ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs You will have robust understanding of product design and work package control You will have familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are extremely proud to be working exclusively in partnership with a leading MOD technology EW Lincolnshire company, recruiting for an experienced Senior Trainer for DSAT technical training (Defence Systems Approach to Training) . This role is subject to legal / security restrictions relating to Nationality & clearance eligibility. To be considered, applicants must be a British National under UK nationality law. Due to the nature of the tasking to allow for security vetting (UKSV) if not already obtained. You will be an experienced DSAT Trainer who can develop others and translate complex technical concepts into clear instructions . You will implement and maintain DSAT training materials , that are compliant with required DSAT training standards. Duties: Assess customer training needs and deliver training solutions Deliver engaging customer-facing and in-house training programmes Deliver Train the Trainer courses to external customers Carry out Internal Validation activities, as well as analysing them Play a key role in External Validation activities Use up to date compliant training materials, including training manuals, work instructions, reference guides, plus working to structured learning plans, ensuring at all times DSAT compliance Support certification processes (both Customer and Engineers) Introduce engineers and technicians into workshop processes Develop and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and technical workshops Attributes: Experienced in delivering engaging DSAT (Defence Systems Approach to Training) technical training Possessing technical expertise in Electronic Warfare (EW), radar theory, plus radar systems Able to interpret DSAT technical documentation Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent or higher Happy to travel to external clients sites (pool car available) Employee Benefits: 32 days holiday (can be 35 depending when Xmas falls, at the companies discretion, not a definitive), Pension 5% matched, Private health insurance & EAP. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. This key position could suit someone working as a Defence Trainer, Training Designer, Training Analyst, Courseware Developer or Training Solution Architect within DSAT. Interviews to take place immediately for the right skill sets in DSAT. Apply today!
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are extremely proud to be working exclusively in partnership with a leading MOD technology EW Lincolnshire company, recruiting for an experienced Senior Trainer for DSAT technical training (Defence Systems Approach to Training) . This role is subject to legal / security restrictions relating to Nationality & clearance eligibility. To be considered, applicants must be a British National under UK nationality law. Due to the nature of the tasking to allow for security vetting (UKSV) if not already obtained. You will be an experienced DSAT Trainer who can develop others and translate complex technical concepts into clear instructions . You will implement and maintain DSAT training materials , that are compliant with required DSAT training standards. Duties: Assess customer training needs and deliver training solutions Deliver engaging customer-facing and in-house training programmes Deliver Train the Trainer courses to external customers Carry out Internal Validation activities, as well as analysing them Play a key role in External Validation activities Use up to date compliant training materials, including training manuals, work instructions, reference guides, plus working to structured learning plans, ensuring at all times DSAT compliance Support certification processes (both Customer and Engineers) Introduce engineers and technicians into workshop processes Develop and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and technical workshops Attributes: Experienced in delivering engaging DSAT (Defence Systems Approach to Training) technical training Possessing technical expertise in Electronic Warfare (EW), radar theory, plus radar systems Able to interpret DSAT technical documentation Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent or higher Happy to travel to external clients sites (pool car available) Employee Benefits: 32 days holiday (can be 35 depending when Xmas falls, at the companies discretion, not a definitive), Pension 5% matched, Private health insurance & EAP. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. This key position could suit someone working as a Defence Trainer, Training Designer, Training Analyst, Courseware Developer or Training Solution Architect within DSAT. Interviews to take place immediately for the right skill sets in DSAT. Apply today!
hackajob is collaborating with Kainos to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. As a Senior Platform Engineer (Senior Associate) in Kainos, you'll be responsible for leading with the design of significant components of a modern digital service platform including its automation, build, deployment and support. It's a fast-paced environment and you'll be trusted to make sound, reasoned decisions. You'll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. Your key responsibilities will include: Working as part of a team - You'll work alongside colleagues in engineering, testing, consulting, product management and security capabilities to build, test and deploy software of the highest quality. Using technology for positive impact - You'll ensure the latest technologies are employed appropriately to extract maximum user and business benefit. You'll ensure alignment to industry standards and best practices. Putting people first - you'll support your colleagues and facilitate an inclusive DevOps culture in all that you do. Finding your voice - As a respected voice within your team and to our customers, you'll drive conversations and decisions to ensure services are scalable, secure, reliable and performant. Supporting services through Live Operation - Getting services into production is just the beginning with the fun truly starting when real users start interacting with the service you've built. You'll make sure the service is available, secure and performant as you strive to continuously improve it. Becoming a Role Model - You'll embody the Kainos values and be the person people look up to. You'll proactively coach and mentor more junior members of the team. Pushing the boundaries - Through exposure to technology you may develop specialisms and choose to pivot your career in a certain direction. MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS We all work in teams here in Kainos - a proven ability of strong team skills, including working in a multi-disciplinary team is crucial Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to other technical people, and sometimes to non-technical people. Significant expertise in: Use of multiple configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and automation tools. Fluency in least one of the following: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. Expertise in using multiple automation tools and at least one of: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. Demonstrable experience in: Designing, building, testing, automating, monitoring and supporting significant components within a modern digital service platform in production environments. Producing designs that are scalable, resilient, efficient, secure, cost-effective and minimise lock-in. Contributing to technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation and advocating MVP. Implementing modern Continuous Delivery processes for releasing software for releasing software to production. Applying industry best practices and patterns across infrastructure and application components e.g. security, elasticity, performance. Using public cloud platform(s) to solve business problems (AWS or Azure). Applying configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and container orchestration tooling to solve business problems. Using modern version control systems including git. Debugging complex problems across multiple servers, services and tools -you can find the needle in the haystack. DESIRABLE Third level - or equivalent - qualification in a related discipline. Obtained mid-level certification with a public cloud provider (AWS/Azure). Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences. Experience of cloud-native SaaS and PaaS technologies. We are passionate about developing people. Experience in managing, mentoring and coaching junior members of staff is important WHO YOU ARE: Our vision is to enable outstanding people to create digital solutions that have a positive impact on people's lives. Our values aren't abstract; they are the behaviours we expect from each other every day and underpin everything that we do. We expect everyone to display our values by being determined in how obstacles are overcome; honest when dealing with others; respectful of how you treat others; creative to find solutions to complex problems and cooperative by sharing information, knowledge and experience. These values, applied collectively, help to produce an outstanding Kainos person, team and culture. ABOUT US At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people's lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow. Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Kainos to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. As a Senior Platform Engineer (Senior Associate) in Kainos, you'll be responsible for leading with the design of significant components of a modern digital service platform including its automation, build, deployment and support. It's a fast-paced environment and you'll be trusted to make sound, reasoned decisions. You'll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. Your key responsibilities will include: Working as part of a team - You'll work alongside colleagues in engineering, testing, consulting, product management and security capabilities to build, test and deploy software of the highest quality. Using technology for positive impact - You'll ensure the latest technologies are employed appropriately to extract maximum user and business benefit. You'll ensure alignment to industry standards and best practices. Putting people first - you'll support your colleagues and facilitate an inclusive DevOps culture in all that you do. Finding your voice - As a respected voice within your team and to our customers, you'll drive conversations and decisions to ensure services are scalable, secure, reliable and performant. Supporting services through Live Operation - Getting services into production is just the beginning with the fun truly starting when real users start interacting with the service you've built. You'll make sure the service is available, secure and performant as you strive to continuously improve it. Becoming a Role Model - You'll embody the Kainos values and be the person people look up to. You'll proactively coach and mentor more junior members of the team. Pushing the boundaries - Through exposure to technology you may develop specialisms and choose to pivot your career in a certain direction. MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS We all work in teams here in Kainos - a proven ability of strong team skills, including working in a multi-disciplinary team is crucial Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to other technical people, and sometimes to non-technical people. Significant expertise in: Use of multiple configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and automation tools. Fluency in least one of the following: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. Expertise in using multiple automation tools and at least one of: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. Demonstrable experience in: Designing, building, testing, automating, monitoring and supporting significant components within a modern digital service platform in production environments. Producing designs that are scalable, resilient, efficient, secure, cost-effective and minimise lock-in. Contributing to technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation and advocating MVP. Implementing modern Continuous Delivery processes for releasing software for releasing software to production. Applying industry best practices and patterns across infrastructure and application components e.g. security, elasticity, performance. Using public cloud platform(s) to solve business problems (AWS or Azure). Applying configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and container orchestration tooling to solve business problems. Using modern version control systems including git. Debugging complex problems across multiple servers, services and tools -you can find the needle in the haystack. DESIRABLE Third level - or equivalent - qualification in a related discipline. Obtained mid-level certification with a public cloud provider (AWS/Azure). Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences. Experience of cloud-native SaaS and PaaS technologies. We are passionate about developing people. Experience in managing, mentoring and coaching junior members of staff is important WHO YOU ARE: Our vision is to enable outstanding people to create digital solutions that have a positive impact on people's lives. Our values aren't abstract; they are the behaviours we expect from each other every day and underpin everything that we do. We expect everyone to display our values by being determined in how obstacles are overcome; honest when dealing with others; respectful of how you treat others; creative to find solutions to complex problems and cooperative by sharing information, knowledge and experience. These values, applied collectively, help to produce an outstanding Kainos person, team and culture. ABOUT US At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people's lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow. Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.
hackajob is collaborating with Actica Consulting to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. As a Lead Cyber Security Consultant at Actica Consulting, you will have the opportunity to lead multiple, small Actica teams in their support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. Your help enables our customers to protect their ICT investments, and in doing so you will play a key role in nationally critical projects which make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will be joining an established business practice with multiple in-flight projects and a continued demand for our services. This role will be responsible for the outputs of several small Actica teams, engaging senior customer stakeholders, supporting Actica personnel in the execution of their roles, supporting the mentoring and development of staff as well as growing the business through engaging with our established customer base and seeking new opportunities. Our projects require the skills and experience to: Provide advice and guidance on Information Assurance topics Develop IA strategies, policies, guidance and awareness Plan and manage the delivery of a security work programme Define security requirements Design and implement security architectures Oversee the secure development and accreditation of information systems. Our position as both client-side advisor and at times working with industry delivery teams means that your role will involve significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day-day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow-on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. Locations: London, Guildford, Bristol, M4 corridor Roles and Responsibilities Key Responsibilities; Leading one or more Actica teams, you will undertake a number of varying consultancy assignments. Due to the potential variety in assignments your responsibilities will range from developing security architectures, to providing guidance on GRC activities. Other responsibilities will include: Providing security expertise for major system procurements and Agile programmes to ensure secure delivery; Identifying, analysing and evaluating information risks across a range of programmes, projects and systems; Explaining to risk owners the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks; Identifying and presenting options for treating or transferring information risks; Authoring and/or supporting the development of security assurance documentation; Developing or reviewing new security architectures; Scoping security testing activities, and explaining the results and required remediation. As part of the management team for the security practice your responsibilities will also include: Managing the delivery of security services by Actica teams across several live projects; Working with our client-side customers to manage contract delivery; Working with our industry-side customers to develop compelling, winning proposals and ultimately deliver projects into UK Defence or Public Sector; Coach, mentor and help develop junior Actica staff. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise The following attributes and areas of experience will make you particularly suited to this role with Actica: Experience of complex ICT systems security in a technical delivery or consulting capacity in the UK Defence sector or Public Sector; The ability to present and justify conclusions to project teams and business stakeholders; Proven abilities in delivering to client expectations and requirements; and Strong verbal and written communications skills. Knowledge of the following is highly desirable for the role: Structured security frameworks, such as HMG SPF and ISO27001; Security, technical and enterprise architecture methods such as TOGAF and SABSA; Technical risk assessments; Software development methods and techniques e.g. Agile methods such as SCRUM; Enterprise security packages, security enforcing software and devices, such as identity management and federation, cryptography, public key infrastructure, firewalls, SIEM, vulnerability scanning, etc. Additional Requirements: Must be eligible and willing to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. Find out more information about the Security Clearance (SC) process and requirements here. Key Attributes for Success: Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including resolving issues and identifying new opportunities. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Adaptability to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Working Arrangements: Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or at one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on-site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work means that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week Team-based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Career Development You will have the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of information assurance and cyber security expertise to a wide range of business problems. We provide substantial training leading to nationally recognised certifications, such as chartered or principal status with the UK Cyber Security Council, or certifications such as CompTIA, NIST, PCiIAA, CISMP, CISSP, CREST, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, SABSA, and TOGAF. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses which are both relevant to your current project work, and aligned with your planned career progression. Our Commitment to Diversity Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. We offer a competitive suite of benefits About Actica Consulting Actica Consulting is a leading Digital Transformation and Cyber Security consultancy focused on the UK Public Sector. Our teams have a long track record of delivering technology-focused consultancy in a variety of complex environments. Our projects often run over multiple years and contribute to clients' mission-critical objectives and key strategic initiatives. We're proud of our long-term client relationships and excellent track record of delivery; as a result, we're trusted to work on some of the UK Government's most important and sensitive projects. We operate in the following market sectors: Defence, Central Government, National Security, Policing and Public Safety, Utilities, and Transport. Our expertise covers: Organisational Improvement, Delivering Complex Programmes, Digital Engineering, Cyber Security, and AI, Analytics and Data.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Actica Consulting to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. As a Lead Cyber Security Consultant at Actica Consulting, you will have the opportunity to lead multiple, small Actica teams in their support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. Your help enables our customers to protect their ICT investments, and in doing so you will play a key role in nationally critical projects which make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will be joining an established business practice with multiple in-flight projects and a continued demand for our services. This role will be responsible for the outputs of several small Actica teams, engaging senior customer stakeholders, supporting Actica personnel in the execution of their roles, supporting the mentoring and development of staff as well as growing the business through engaging with our established customer base and seeking new opportunities. Our projects require the skills and experience to: Provide advice and guidance on Information Assurance topics Develop IA strategies, policies, guidance and awareness Plan and manage the delivery of a security work programme Define security requirements Design and implement security architectures Oversee the secure development and accreditation of information systems. Our position as both client-side advisor and at times working with industry delivery teams means that your role will involve significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day-day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow-on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. Locations: London, Guildford, Bristol, M4 corridor Roles and Responsibilities Key Responsibilities; Leading one or more Actica teams, you will undertake a number of varying consultancy assignments. Due to the potential variety in assignments your responsibilities will range from developing security architectures, to providing guidance on GRC activities. Other responsibilities will include: Providing security expertise for major system procurements and Agile programmes to ensure secure delivery; Identifying, analysing and evaluating information risks across a range of programmes, projects and systems; Explaining to risk owners the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks; Identifying and presenting options for treating or transferring information risks; Authoring and/or supporting the development of security assurance documentation; Developing or reviewing new security architectures; Scoping security testing activities, and explaining the results and required remediation. As part of the management team for the security practice your responsibilities will also include: Managing the delivery of security services by Actica teams across several live projects; Working with our client-side customers to manage contract delivery; Working with our industry-side customers to develop compelling, winning proposals and ultimately deliver projects into UK Defence or Public Sector; Coach, mentor and help develop junior Actica staff. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise The following attributes and areas of experience will make you particularly suited to this role with Actica: Experience of complex ICT systems security in a technical delivery or consulting capacity in the UK Defence sector or Public Sector; The ability to present and justify conclusions to project teams and business stakeholders; Proven abilities in delivering to client expectations and requirements; and Strong verbal and written communications skills. Knowledge of the following is highly desirable for the role: Structured security frameworks, such as HMG SPF and ISO27001; Security, technical and enterprise architecture methods such as TOGAF and SABSA; Technical risk assessments; Software development methods and techniques e.g. Agile methods such as SCRUM; Enterprise security packages, security enforcing software and devices, such as identity management and federation, cryptography, public key infrastructure, firewalls, SIEM, vulnerability scanning, etc. Additional Requirements: Must be eligible and willing to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. Find out more information about the Security Clearance (SC) process and requirements here. Key Attributes for Success: Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including resolving issues and identifying new opportunities. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Adaptability to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Working Arrangements: Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or at one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on-site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work means that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week Team-based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Career Development You will have the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of information assurance and cyber security expertise to a wide range of business problems. We provide substantial training leading to nationally recognised certifications, such as chartered or principal status with the UK Cyber Security Council, or certifications such as CompTIA, NIST, PCiIAA, CISMP, CISSP, CREST, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, SABSA, and TOGAF. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses which are both relevant to your current project work, and aligned with your planned career progression. Our Commitment to Diversity Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. We offer a competitive suite of benefits About Actica Consulting Actica Consulting is a leading Digital Transformation and Cyber Security consultancy focused on the UK Public Sector. Our teams have a long track record of delivering technology-focused consultancy in a variety of complex environments. Our projects often run over multiple years and contribute to clients' mission-critical objectives and key strategic initiatives. We're proud of our long-term client relationships and excellent track record of delivery; as a result, we're trusted to work on some of the UK Government's most important and sensitive projects. We operate in the following market sectors: Defence, Central Government, National Security, Policing and Public Safety, Utilities, and Transport. Our expertise covers: Organisational Improvement, Delivering Complex Programmes, Digital Engineering, Cyber Security, and AI, Analytics and Data.
Public facing, household name, critical national infrastructure organisation are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with a strong background in modern data engineering practices and technologies. Note - this is a part-time contract role requiring 2 days a week for a period of 6 months (1 day per week in fantastic Central London location). It is a great opportunity to work on challenging, large-scale data projects and deliver real business value. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines using modern data engineering best practices Hands-on development with ETL/ELT processes, data lake architectures, and ideally Medallion architecture principles Strong experience AWS data services (S3, Glue, and Athena) Proficient in Git for source control and release management Contribute to solution design discussions, including data consumption and reporting layers Nice to have: Front-end or reporting/visualisation experience to help bridge the gap between data engineering and end-user needs Experience with SnapLogic You'll be working with cutting-edge tools in a collaborative environment, helping shape scalable and efficient data platforms. If you're a skilled Data Engineer who enjoys solving complex data challenges and wants a flexible 2-days-per-week contract for six months, please apply now!
Aug 01, 2026
Contractor
Public facing, household name, critical national infrastructure organisation are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with a strong background in modern data engineering practices and technologies. Note - this is a part-time contract role requiring 2 days a week for a period of 6 months (1 day per week in fantastic Central London location). It is a great opportunity to work on challenging, large-scale data projects and deliver real business value. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines using modern data engineering best practices Hands-on development with ETL/ELT processes, data lake architectures, and ideally Medallion architecture principles Strong experience AWS data services (S3, Glue, and Athena) Proficient in Git for source control and release management Contribute to solution design discussions, including data consumption and reporting layers Nice to have: Front-end or reporting/visualisation experience to help bridge the gap between data engineering and end-user needs Experience with SnapLogic You'll be working with cutting-edge tools in a collaborative environment, helping shape scalable and efficient data platforms. If you're a skilled Data Engineer who enjoys solving complex data challenges and wants a flexible 2-days-per-week contract for six months, please apply now!
hackajob is collaborating with Gemba Advantage to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. block Please note: This role requires applicants to hold active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance. block This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week. block At Gemba Advantage, we design and run secure, cloud native platforms for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams build and automate the infrastructure and pipelines that high impact systems depend on. block We're looking for experienced DevOps Engineers who want to shape modern delivery, lead technical decisions, and work with people who care about doing things properly. You'll help design and evolve cloud environments, improve engineering practices, and solve challenging problems alongside our customers.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Gemba Advantage to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. block Please note: This role requires applicants to hold active, or recently active, SC or DV clearance. block This role also requires applicants to be willing to work on-site up to 4 days per week. block At Gemba Advantage, we design and run secure, cloud native platforms for critical public sector organisations across the UK. Our teams build and automate the infrastructure and pipelines that high impact systems depend on. block We're looking for experienced DevOps Engineers who want to shape modern delivery, lead technical decisions, and work with people who care about doing things properly. You'll help design and evolve cloud environments, improve engineering practices, and solve challenging problems alongside our customers.
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: You will be working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies You will be providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions You will be coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) You will have ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs You will have robust understanding of product design and work package control You will have familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: You will be working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies You will be providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions You will be coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) You will have ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs You will have robust understanding of product design and work package control You will have familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you an experienced Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing engineering decisions, and mentoring others while remaining hands-on with code? Do you thrive in agile environments, embrace modern engineering practices, and want to work on projects that genuinely make a difference? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, scalable software solutions for the UK Government and Defence sector. Their teams build modern digital platforms and mission-critical systems that support some of the UK's most important national programmes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will directly influence the success of high-impact projects. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering secure, cloud-native applications while providing technical leadership across the software development lifecycle. You'll collaborate with architects, product owners, DevOps engineers, and clients to deliver innovative solutions using modern engineering practices. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on software engineering, technical ownership, and mentoring. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions. Lead the design and implementation of modern APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications. Build robust, high-quality software using clean architecture and engineering best practices. Develop and deploy applications across cloud and on-premise environments. Work with CI/CD pipelines, containers, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps tooling to automate delivery. Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy. Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver secure, user-focused solutions. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and delivery processes. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for continuous improvement. Essential Experience Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Experience working within Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban). Passion for writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within delivery teams. Desirable Experience working within secure, regulated, government, or defence environments. Knowledge of secure software engineering and DevSecOps practices. Existing UK DV Security Clearance. Why Join? You'll become part of a highly collaborative consultancy where engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and leadership progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to building diverse, inclusive teams where different perspectives are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Interested? Whether you're actively exploring your next opportunity or simply curious about working on meaningful, technically challenging projects, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more. Qualifications: Strong commercial experience in software engineering and modern application development. Experience building scalable applications, APIs, and distributed systems. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern software delivery practices. Good understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, containers, and Infrastructure as Code. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week structured your way + remote options Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 50000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Description As Head of Commercial in you will be a key member of the Leadership Team, driving business growth and operational excellence. You will lead a high-performing team and focus on commercial strategy, margin improvement, and building strong client and stakeholder relationships. With a deep understanding of the utilities collaborating with the Contract Director, supply chain, and customers to deliver high standards of service. Key Responsibilities Contract Procurement & Negotiation: Oversee procurement with contract stakeholders, ensuring alignment with commercial goals, especially with Local Delivery Partners (LDPs). Contract Performance Monitoring: Track contract performance against KPIs, ensuring financial and operational targets are met. Stakeholder & Supply Chain Collaboration: Foster collaboration to improve performance and customer satisfaction. Leadership & Direction: Guide and support contract-wide staff, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Budget & Risk Management: Manage internal and client budgets, and proactively address contractual risks. Operational Process Improvement: Continuously refine processes to enhance contract performance and profitability. Subcontractor Management: Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and LDPs, ensuring compliance. Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks, including safety and environmental standards. Experience and Qualifications Behavioural Competencies Client-Centric Focus: Strengthen client relationships while maintaining commercial conditions. Communication & Negotiation: Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to achieve business outcomes. Leadership & Accountability: Lead by example, ensuring ownership of commercial outcomes. Problem Solving: Develop data-driven, practical solutions to challenges. Adaptability & Change Management: Embrace and guide teams through change. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture of innovation and performance enhancement. Strategic Thinking: Set clear, measurable goals aligned with broader business and client objectives. Key Experience Subcontractor & Team Leadership: Proven management of subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams. High-Volume Contract Management: Experience with large-scale contracts, ensuring financial and operational efficiency. Financial & Contractual Oversight: Skilled in cost value reconciliations, profit and loss management, and risk mitigation. Stakeholder Relationship Development: Strong track record in managing senior relationships. Performance Improvement: Ability to identify and address operational and process gaps. Technical Competencies RICS Qualification: Desirable but not essential. NEC4 Contract Experience: Essential. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven leader to drive growth, innovation, and performance. Salary and Benefits We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. About LittlewoodAt Littlewood Group we are a leading force in the UK's security, fencing, and barrier industry, recognised for designing, building, and installing some of the largest and most intricate projects across the country. From initial design and consultation to the final installation, we offer tailored services including planning, engineering, bespoke designs, and ongoing support. Our team works hand-in-hand with clients to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency throughout the entire process. Whether in the field or behind the scenes, our team plays a key role in executing complex security projects that protect people and property. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professional development, teamwork, and job satisfaction are paramount. If you're looking for a rewarding career with real impact, Littlewood is the place for you.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Description As Head of Commercial in you will be a key member of the Leadership Team, driving business growth and operational excellence. You will lead a high-performing team and focus on commercial strategy, margin improvement, and building strong client and stakeholder relationships. With a deep understanding of the utilities collaborating with the Contract Director, supply chain, and customers to deliver high standards of service. Key Responsibilities Contract Procurement & Negotiation: Oversee procurement with contract stakeholders, ensuring alignment with commercial goals, especially with Local Delivery Partners (LDPs). Contract Performance Monitoring: Track contract performance against KPIs, ensuring financial and operational targets are met. Stakeholder & Supply Chain Collaboration: Foster collaboration to improve performance and customer satisfaction. Leadership & Direction: Guide and support contract-wide staff, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Budget & Risk Management: Manage internal and client budgets, and proactively address contractual risks. Operational Process Improvement: Continuously refine processes to enhance contract performance and profitability. Subcontractor Management: Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and LDPs, ensuring compliance. Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks, including safety and environmental standards. Experience and Qualifications Behavioural Competencies Client-Centric Focus: Strengthen client relationships while maintaining commercial conditions. Communication & Negotiation: Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to achieve business outcomes. Leadership & Accountability: Lead by example, ensuring ownership of commercial outcomes. Problem Solving: Develop data-driven, practical solutions to challenges. Adaptability & Change Management: Embrace and guide teams through change. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture of innovation and performance enhancement. Strategic Thinking: Set clear, measurable goals aligned with broader business and client objectives. Key Experience Subcontractor & Team Leadership: Proven management of subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams. High-Volume Contract Management: Experience with large-scale contracts, ensuring financial and operational efficiency. Financial & Contractual Oversight: Skilled in cost value reconciliations, profit and loss management, and risk mitigation. Stakeholder Relationship Development: Strong track record in managing senior relationships. Performance Improvement: Ability to identify and address operational and process gaps. Technical Competencies RICS Qualification: Desirable but not essential. NEC4 Contract Experience: Essential. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven leader to drive growth, innovation, and performance. Salary and Benefits We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. About LittlewoodAt Littlewood Group we are a leading force in the UK's security, fencing, and barrier industry, recognised for designing, building, and installing some of the largest and most intricate projects across the country. From initial design and consultation to the final installation, we offer tailored services including planning, engineering, bespoke designs, and ongoing support. Our team works hand-in-hand with clients to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency throughout the entire process. Whether in the field or behind the scenes, our team plays a key role in executing complex security projects that protect people and property. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professional development, teamwork, and job satisfaction are paramount. If you're looking for a rewarding career with real impact, Littlewood is the place for you.
Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: You will be working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies You will be providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions You will be coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) You will have ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs You will have robust understanding of product design and work package control You will have familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: This role involves executing complex hardware design tasks in line with the agreed development plan, ensuring delivery within defined timescales and budgets. You will work within established engineering processes and hardware standards, contributing to high quality, reliable design outputs. Strong analytical capability and a structured approach to problem solving are essential. In addition, you will lead hardware requirements capture, preliminary design, and detailed design activities, carrying out a range of analysis tasks to validate technical decisions . The role encourages an innovative mindset, identifying opportunities to enhance design efficiency and improve working practices. Core duties: You will be working with other disciplines within an integrated team to optimise solutions and minimise impacts from dependencies You will be providing technical guidance and support to the development and delivery of all aspects of digital &/or analogue electronics solutions You will be coaching & developing the skills of junior team members Essential Skills: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification (Such as DO-254) You will have ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs You will have robust understanding of product design and work package control You will have familiarity with Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Simetrix, LT Spice tools The Hardware Team As a Senior/ Principal Hardware Engineer you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 3rd August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
GBR Recruitment Ltd are extremely proud to be working exclusively in partnership with a leading MOD technology EW Lincolnshire company, recruiting for an experienced Senior Trainer for DSAT technical training (Defence Systems Approach to Training) . This role is subject to legal / security restrictions relating to Nationality & clearance eligibility. To be considered, applicants must be a British National under UK nationality law. Due to the nature of the tasking to allow for security vetting (UKSV) if not already obtained. You will be an experienced DSAT Trainer who can develop others and translate complex technical concepts into clear instructions . You will implement and maintain DSAT training materials , that are compliant with required DSAT training standards. Duties: Assess customer training needs and deliver training solutions Deliver engaging customer-facing and in-house training programmes Deliver Train the Trainer courses to external customers Carry out Internal Validation activities, as well as analysing them Play a key role in External Validation activities Use up to date compliant training materials, including training manuals, work instructions, reference guides, plus working to structured learning plans, ensuring at all times DSAT compliance Support certification processes (both Customer and Engineers) Introduce engineers and technicians into workshop processes Develop and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and technical workshops Attributes: Experienced in delivering engaging DSAT (Defence Systems Approach to Training) technical training Possessing technical expertise in Electronic Warfare (EW), radar theory, plus radar systems Able to interpret DSAT technical documentation Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent or higher Happy to travel to external clients sites (pool car available) Employee Benefits: 32 days holiday (can be 35 depending when Xmas falls, at the companies discretion, not a definitive), Pension 5% matched, Private health insurance & EAP. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. This key position could suit someone working as a Defence Trainer, Training Designer, Training Analyst, Courseware Developer or Training Solution Architect within DSAT. Interviews to take place immediately for the right skill sets in DSAT. Apply today!
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment Ltd are extremely proud to be working exclusively in partnership with a leading MOD technology EW Lincolnshire company, recruiting for an experienced Senior Trainer for DSAT technical training (Defence Systems Approach to Training) . This role is subject to legal / security restrictions relating to Nationality & clearance eligibility. To be considered, applicants must be a British National under UK nationality law. Due to the nature of the tasking to allow for security vetting (UKSV) if not already obtained. You will be an experienced DSAT Trainer who can develop others and translate complex technical concepts into clear instructions . You will implement and maintain DSAT training materials , that are compliant with required DSAT training standards. Duties: Assess customer training needs and deliver training solutions Deliver engaging customer-facing and in-house training programmes Deliver Train the Trainer courses to external customers Carry out Internal Validation activities, as well as analysing them Play a key role in External Validation activities Use up to date compliant training materials, including training manuals, work instructions, reference guides, plus working to structured learning plans, ensuring at all times DSAT compliance Support certification processes (both Customer and Engineers) Introduce engineers and technicians into workshop processes Develop and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and technical workshops Attributes: Experienced in delivering engaging DSAT (Defence Systems Approach to Training) technical training Possessing technical expertise in Electronic Warfare (EW), radar theory, plus radar systems Able to interpret DSAT technical documentation Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent or higher Happy to travel to external clients sites (pool car available) Employee Benefits: 32 days holiday (can be 35 depending when Xmas falls, at the companies discretion, not a definitive), Pension 5% matched, Private health insurance & EAP. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. This key position could suit someone working as a Defence Trainer, Training Designer, Training Analyst, Courseware Developer or Training Solution Architect within DSAT. Interviews to take place immediately for the right skill sets in DSAT. Apply today!
Job description: Are you someone who enjoys connecting the dots across complex systems, automating processes, and building reliable platforms that enable engineering teams to deliver at scale? Do you thrive in fast-paced, agile environments where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, modern software solutions to the UK Government and Defence sector. As part of a collaborative engineering team, you'll help design, build, and support the cloud infrastructure, automation, and deployment platforms behind high-impact digital services. Whether you're an experienced DevOps Engineer or looking to take the next step in your career, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects while developing your technical expertise alongside talented engineers. The Role As a DevOps Engineer, you'll work within small, high-performing agile teams, enabling the successful delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient applications. You'll play a key role in improving engineering efficiency by automating infrastructure, streamlining deployments, and building robust cloud platforms that support the full software development lifecycle. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and deployment platforms. Develop and manage automated CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and reliable software delivery. Build and operate shared platform services for deployment, monitoring, observability, and operational support. Create and maintain infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles. Deploy, manage, and optimise solutions across AWS, Azure, and private cloud environments. Collaborate with software engineers, architects, and delivery teams to improve automation, security, and platform reliability. Monitor system health, performance, and availability while proactively identifying opportunities for optimisation. Contribute to DevOps best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering standards. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who are passionate about automation, cloud technologies, and building resilient, secure platforms. Essential Experience Commercial experience building, deploying, and supporting secure production systems. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices. Experience with Infrastructure as Code and infrastructure automation. Knowledge of containers, orchestration, and cloud-native architectures. Experience working across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Comfortable working in Agile environments using Scrum or Kanban. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Desirable Skills Experience with one or more of the following technologies is beneficial: Kubernetes Docker Terraform GitLab CI/CD Jenkins Packer Vault Prometheus Grafana Elastic Stack Artifactory Nexus Repository Serverless architectures Industry certifications across cloud platforms, Kubernetes, or DevOps tooling are also welcomed but are not essential. Why Join? This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects that have a genuine impact while continuing to grow your career in a supportive engineering culture. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and career progression opportunities. Collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. Opportunity to contribute to projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Interested? Whether you're actively looking for your next opportunity or simply open to exploring exciting new challenges, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more about joining a team that's building the future of secure, scalable technology Qualifications: Design and manage automated CI/CD pipelines. Build and operate shared platform services for deployment, operation, and monitoring. Create infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week, structured your way Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 40000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Job description: Are you someone who enjoys connecting the dots across complex systems, automating processes, and building reliable platforms that enable engineering teams to deliver at scale? Do you thrive in fast-paced, agile environments where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're partnering with a growing, mission-led technology consultancy delivering secure, modern software solutions to the UK Government and Defence sector. As part of a collaborative engineering team, you'll help design, build, and support the cloud infrastructure, automation, and deployment platforms behind high-impact digital services. Whether you're an experienced DevOps Engineer or looking to take the next step in your career, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects while developing your technical expertise alongside talented engineers. The Role As a DevOps Engineer, you'll work within small, high-performing agile teams, enabling the successful delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient applications. You'll play a key role in improving engineering efficiency by automating infrastructure, streamlining deployments, and building robust cloud platforms that support the full software development lifecycle. What You'll Be Doing Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and deployment platforms. Develop and manage automated CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and reliable software delivery. Build and operate shared platform services for deployment, monitoring, observability, and operational support. Create and maintain infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles. Deploy, manage, and optimise solutions across AWS, Azure, and private cloud environments. Collaborate with software engineers, architects, and delivery teams to improve automation, security, and platform reliability. Monitor system health, performance, and availability while proactively identifying opportunities for optimisation. Contribute to DevOps best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering standards. What We're Looking For We're looking for engineers who are passionate about automation, cloud technologies, and building resilient, secure platforms. Essential Experience Commercial experience building, deploying, and supporting secure production systems. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure. Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices. Experience with Infrastructure as Code and infrastructure automation. Knowledge of containers, orchestration, and cloud-native architectures. Experience working across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Comfortable working in Agile environments using Scrum or Kanban. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Desirable Skills Experience with one or more of the following technologies is beneficial: Kubernetes Docker Terraform GitLab CI/CD Jenkins Packer Vault Prometheus Grafana Elastic Stack Artifactory Nexus Repository Serverless architectures Industry certifications across cloud platforms, Kubernetes, or DevOps tooling are also welcomed but are not essential. Why Join? This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects that have a genuine impact while continuing to grow your career in a supportive engineering culture. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working. Flexitime (37.5-hour working week). Learning and development budget for certifications, conferences, and training. Private healthcare. Matched pension contributions. Monthly socials and quarterly company events. Clear technical and career progression opportunities. Collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. Opportunity to contribute to projects supporting UK national security and public services. Diversity & Inclusion Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Disability Confident organisation. They are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Interested? Whether you're actively looking for your next opportunity or simply open to exploring exciting new challenges, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today or get in touch to learn more about joining a team that's building the future of secure, scalable technology Qualifications: Design and manage automated CI/CD pipelines. Build and operate shared platform services for deployment, operation, and monitoring. Create infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Flexitime 37.5 hrs/week, structured your way Learning budget for training, certifications, and conferences Private healthcare and matched pension Monthly socials and quarterly company meetups Career growth in a fast-moving, meaningful sector Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : £ 40000 Salary Max : £ 70000 Currency Type : GBP
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Manchester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport connections, this role is well suited to candidates based in Manchester who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Manchester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport connections, this role is well suited to candidates based in Manchester who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
