VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We're looking for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Operations Engineer to join our 3rd Line Infrastructure Operations team. The primary focus of this role is providing expert 3rd Line infrastructure support, ensuring the stability, security and performance of our ICT environment. You'll act as a technical escalation point for complex incidents, maintain critical infrastructure and support the delivery of infrastructure projects. Alongside your operational responsibilities, you'll play a key role in driving automation across the Infrastructure Operations team. You'll identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, improve operational efficiency and develop automation solutions that enhance the way we deliver IT services. Please note that this is a permanent role based onsite at our Hoddesdon office. About our role 3rd Line Infrastructure Operations Provide expert 3rd Line support across the ICT infrastructure estate. Act as the escalation point for complex incidents, service requests and technical issues. Monitor, maintain and support Microsoft cloud and on-premise infrastructure. Perform infrastructure maintenance, upgrades and patching to ensure systems remain secure and compliant. Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues, identifying root causes and implementing permanent solutions. Support infrastructure projects, technical implementations and service improvements. Contribute to major incident management, problem management and continual service improvement. Automation & Continuous Improvement Identify repetitive operational tasks and develop automation solutions to improve efficiency. Create and maintain automation using PowerShell, Power Automate, Python and other suitable technologies. Develop automated deployment, monitoring, reporting and administrative processes. Support Infrastructure as Code and configuration management where appropriate. Document automation solutions and share knowledge across the wider ICT team. Promote automation best practices and continuous improvement. Collaboration Work closely with Service Desk, Infrastructure Operations, Field Services and Project teams. Provide technical guidance and mentoring where appropriate. Produce clear technical documentation and support knowledge sharing across the team. About you You're an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in 2nd and 3rd Line support. You enjoy troubleshooting complex technical issues, take ownership of problems and are passionate about improving services through automation and continual improvement. You'll have: Demonstrable experience in 2nd and 3rd Line Infrastructure Support. Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Azure and Intune. Excellent PowerShell scripting skills, with experience automating operational tasks. Experience with Microsoft Power Automate and/or the Power Platform. Experience managing Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. Knowledge of endpoint management, device deployment and configuration. Experience working within ITIL-based support environments. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive approach with a passion for continual improvement. Desirable Skills Python or Bash scripting. Microsoft Graph API. Azure Automation or Azure Functions. Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform or similar). Experience with monitoring and alerting platforms. Experience supporting virtualisation technologies. Knowledge of CI/CD principles and DevOps practices. Project delivery experience. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerWessels UK operate through five separate, but complementary businesses, working in collaboration and using our specialist skills to deliver an integrated service for our clients. At any one time, our people are working on our sites or in our offices, for around 250 projects across the UK. Everyday we overcome challenges, fulfilling our commitments, no matter what. That's what our business is about, that's how our people find satisfaction in their jobs. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. We're looking for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Operations Engineer to join our 3rd Line Infrastructure Operations team. The primary focus of this role is providing expert 3rd Line infrastructure support, ensuring the stability, security and performance of our ICT environment. You'll act as a technical escalation point for complex incidents, maintain critical infrastructure and support the delivery of infrastructure projects. Alongside your operational responsibilities, you'll play a key role in driving automation across the Infrastructure Operations team. You'll identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, improve operational efficiency and develop automation solutions that enhance the way we deliver IT services. Please note that this is a permanent role based onsite at our Hoddesdon office. About our role 3rd Line Infrastructure Operations Provide expert 3rd Line support across the ICT infrastructure estate. Act as the escalation point for complex incidents, service requests and technical issues. Monitor, maintain and support Microsoft cloud and on-premise infrastructure. Perform infrastructure maintenance, upgrades and patching to ensure systems remain secure and compliant. Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues, identifying root causes and implementing permanent solutions. Support infrastructure projects, technical implementations and service improvements. Contribute to major incident management, problem management and continual service improvement. Automation & Continuous Improvement Identify repetitive operational tasks and develop automation solutions to improve efficiency. Create and maintain automation using PowerShell, Power Automate, Python and other suitable technologies. Develop automated deployment, monitoring, reporting and administrative processes. Support Infrastructure as Code and configuration management where appropriate. Document automation solutions and share knowledge across the wider ICT team. Promote automation best practices and continuous improvement. Collaboration Work closely with Service Desk, Infrastructure Operations, Field Services and Project teams. Provide technical guidance and mentoring where appropriate. Produce clear technical documentation and support knowledge sharing across the team. About you You're an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in 2nd and 3rd Line support. You enjoy troubleshooting complex technical issues, take ownership of problems and are passionate about improving services through automation and continual improvement. You'll have: Demonstrable experience in 2nd and 3rd Line Infrastructure Support. Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Azure and Intune. Excellent PowerShell scripting skills, with experience automating operational tasks. Experience with Microsoft Power Automate and/or the Power Platform. Experience managing Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. Knowledge of endpoint management, device deployment and configuration. Experience working within ITIL-based support environments. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive approach with a passion for continual improvement. Desirable Skills Python or Bash scripting. Microsoft Graph API. Azure Automation or Azure Functions. Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform or similar). Experience with monitoring and alerting platforms. Experience supporting virtualisation technologies. Knowledge of CI/CD principles and DevOps practices. Project delivery experience. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerWessels UK operate through five separate, but complementary businesses, working in collaboration and using our specialist skills to deliver an integrated service for our clients. At any one time, our people are working on our sites or in our offices, for around 250 projects across the UK. Everyday we overcome challenges, fulfilling our commitments, no matter what. That's what our business is about, that's how our people find satisfaction in their jobs. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Leading Crypto Trading Client requires a Linux SRE Platform Engineer (Networking Development, Support Administration) with Web Scraping, Python, TCP IP Virtual Servers & Networking skills who thrives on ownership and loves solving problems on a global scale. C Stakeholder facing position, candidate will be a self starter, strategically communicating with senior stakeholders in the build and support of their High Frequency Trading Platform. As the 'Go To' Linux SRE Platform Engineer, you will Act as 'Go To' for infrastructure SME for a 24x7x365 globally distributed ethical web scraping function, supporting a multi region high frequency crypto trading operation Strong Linux / TCP IP network stack knowledge, as well as optimization/tuning Liaise closely and collaboratively with central infrastructure team, in terms of common infrastructure/improving standards across the estate Work effectively in a global multi-cloud set up, in terms of initiating/managing relationships, evaluation/onboarding of new providers, and improving internal processes in line with best-of-breed industry practices Be a Linux/network stack expert and utilise that knowledge in the context of tuning/optimization and production support Support the platform during business hours, and out-of-hours as part of a rota, and proactively chase ways to reduce/design out manual support overhead Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a STEM subject from a recognised university Minimum 2 years of solid working experience in an infrastructure, DevOps, or Platform engineer role Production experience in a global cloud environment. Demonstrable AWS and strong networking experience in a multi-region and/or multi-cloud set up is essential. Solid scripting & development experience in one or more of the following languages: Bash, Python, Java, C#, Rust, Excel VBA Nice to haves Containerization (Docker / Kubernetes) in a production environment Monitoring tools in a production environment (Prometheus / Grafana / ELK stack / Splunk) IaC tooling (Terraform, Ansible etc) If you're interested in this dynamic opportunity, working with cutting edge technology, in the fast paced, high frequency trading market, please send through the CV in the next 48 hours. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Leading Crypto Trading Client requires a Linux SRE Platform Engineer (Networking Development, Support Administration) with Web Scraping, Python, TCP IP Virtual Servers & Networking skills who thrives on ownership and loves solving problems on a global scale. C Stakeholder facing position, candidate will be a self starter, strategically communicating with senior stakeholders in the build and support of their High Frequency Trading Platform. As the 'Go To' Linux SRE Platform Engineer, you will Act as 'Go To' for infrastructure SME for a 24x7x365 globally distributed ethical web scraping function, supporting a multi region high frequency crypto trading operation Strong Linux / TCP IP network stack knowledge, as well as optimization/tuning Liaise closely and collaboratively with central infrastructure team, in terms of common infrastructure/improving standards across the estate Work effectively in a global multi-cloud set up, in terms of initiating/managing relationships, evaluation/onboarding of new providers, and improving internal processes in line with best-of-breed industry practices Be a Linux/network stack expert and utilise that knowledge in the context of tuning/optimization and production support Support the platform during business hours, and out-of-hours as part of a rota, and proactively chase ways to reduce/design out manual support overhead Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a STEM subject from a recognised university Minimum 2 years of solid working experience in an infrastructure, DevOps, or Platform engineer role Production experience in a global cloud environment. Demonstrable AWS and strong networking experience in a multi-region and/or multi-cloud set up is essential. Solid scripting & development experience in one or more of the following languages: Bash, Python, Java, C#, Rust, Excel VBA Nice to haves Containerization (Docker / Kubernetes) in a production environment Monitoring tools in a production environment (Prometheus / Grafana / ELK stack / Splunk) IaC tooling (Terraform, Ansible etc) If you're interested in this dynamic opportunity, working with cutting edge technology, in the fast paced, high frequency trading market, please send through the CV in the next 48 hours. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Systems Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Reading/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) 12 Month Contract £71.43 per hour Inside ir35 Active SC Clearance is required for this role Play a key role in delivering the next generation of UK defence capability. We are supporting a defence client on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) - a landmark international defence initiative developing the future combat air system - and are looking for a Systems Engineer to join the Secure Digital Platform (SDP) team. This is an opportunity to work on highly sensitive MOD and aerospace programmes, helping build and support the secure digital infrastructure that underpins mission-critical defence capability. Responsibilities: Supporting secure cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments Assisting with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud platform operations Maintaining Windows Server and Linux environments Supporting virtualisation platforms and enterprise hosting solutions Working with Kubernetes/OpenShift container platforms Monitoring system performance, availability and resilience Supporting incident management, troubleshooting and service improvements Contributing to automation and Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives using tools such as Terraform, Ansible or PowerShell Supporting secure infrastructure changes, documentation and operational processes Expereince Required: Experience within defence, aerospace, MOD, government or other secure environments Experience supporting Windows Server and/or Linux platforms Understanding of cloud technologies, ideally Microsoft Azure Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Firewalls) Exposure to VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, OpenShift or container technologies Interest in automation, DevOps practices and modern platform engineering Why join? Work on the GCAP programme , shaping future defence technology Support secure digital platforms within a highly sensitive aerospace environment Gain exposure to modern cloud, container and automation technologies Join a world-leading defence organisation at the forefront of innovation If this is of interest, please feel free to submit your CV.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Systems Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Reading/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) 12 Month Contract £71.43 per hour Inside ir35 Active SC Clearance is required for this role Play a key role in delivering the next generation of UK defence capability. We are supporting a defence client on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) - a landmark international defence initiative developing the future combat air system - and are looking for a Systems Engineer to join the Secure Digital Platform (SDP) team. This is an opportunity to work on highly sensitive MOD and aerospace programmes, helping build and support the secure digital infrastructure that underpins mission-critical defence capability. Responsibilities: Supporting secure cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments Assisting with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud platform operations Maintaining Windows Server and Linux environments Supporting virtualisation platforms and enterprise hosting solutions Working with Kubernetes/OpenShift container platforms Monitoring system performance, availability and resilience Supporting incident management, troubleshooting and service improvements Contributing to automation and Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives using tools such as Terraform, Ansible or PowerShell Supporting secure infrastructure changes, documentation and operational processes Expereince Required: Experience within defence, aerospace, MOD, government or other secure environments Experience supporting Windows Server and/or Linux platforms Understanding of cloud technologies, ideally Microsoft Azure Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Firewalls) Exposure to VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, OpenShift or container technologies Interest in automation, DevOps practices and modern platform engineering Why join? Work on the GCAP programme , shaping future defence technology Support secure digital platforms within a highly sensitive aerospace environment Gain exposure to modern cloud, container and automation technologies Join a world-leading defence organisation at the forefront of innovation If this is of interest, please feel free to submit your CV.
Senior Application Security Consultant (SAST/DAST/OWASP )/DevSecOps Security - Banking - London Secure SDLC | SAST | DAST | Threat Modelling | Cloud Security | CI/CD Location: London (Hybrid - 8 days onsite per month) Contract: 12 Months + extension Rate: £500-£550 per day (Umbrella) The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Senior Application Security Consultant/DevSecOps Security Architect to join a high-performing Cyber Security function within a large enterprise technology environment. Working alongside software engineering, cloud, architecture and DevOps teams, you'll play a key role in embedding security throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, ensuring applications are designed, developed and deployed securely. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about Secure-by-Design, DevSecOps and modern Application Security within a large-scale cloud environment. Key Responsibilities Lead application security reviews across business-critical applications and cloud platforms. Conduct security architecture and secure design reviews. Perform application security risk assessments and define security requirements. Lead Threat Modelling workshops using STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK or similar methodologies. Embed Secure SDLC principles into engineering teams. Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes. Review and analyse SAST, DAST and Software Composition Analysis (SCA) findings. Work closely with development teams to prioritise vulnerability remediation. Define security testing requirements and support penetration testing activities. Produce security standards, technical guidance and best practice documentation. Act as the Application Security SME across multiple technology programmes. Essential Skills Application Security Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) OWASP Top 10 Secure Coding Secure Design Reviews API Security REST APIs Microservices Security Application Security Risk Assessments Threat Modelling STRIDE MITRE ATT&CK Security Architecture Risk Assessments DevSecOps CI/CD Security GitHub Actions GitLab Jenkins Azure DevOps Security Automation Shift Left Security Security Testing SAST DAST SCA Vulnerability Management Penetration Testing Cloud Security AWS, Azure or GCP Kubernetes Docker Container Security Cloud Security Best Practices Security Tooling Experience with one or more of: Checkmarx Fortify SonarQube Veracode Semgrep Burp Suite OWASP ZAP Snyk Trivy Prisma Cloud Aqua Wiz Ideal Background You'll ideally have: 8+ years in Cyber Security Strong Application Security or DevSecOps experience Experience working directly with software engineering teams Experience embedding security into CI/CD pipelines Strong knowledge of Secure SDLC Experience conducting Threat Modelling sessions Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Previous experience within Banking, Financial Services, Insurance or another highly regulated enterprise environment Contract Details 12-month contract £500-£550 per day (Umbrella) Hybrid working - 8 days onsite per month in London Immediate interview availability preferred *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Senior Application Security Consultant (SAST/DAST/OWASP )/DevSecOps Security - Banking - London Secure SDLC | SAST | DAST | Threat Modelling | Cloud Security | CI/CD Location: London (Hybrid - 8 days onsite per month) Contract: 12 Months + extension Rate: £500-£550 per day (Umbrella) The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Senior Application Security Consultant/DevSecOps Security Architect to join a high-performing Cyber Security function within a large enterprise technology environment. Working alongside software engineering, cloud, architecture and DevOps teams, you'll play a key role in embedding security throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, ensuring applications are designed, developed and deployed securely. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about Secure-by-Design, DevSecOps and modern Application Security within a large-scale cloud environment. Key Responsibilities Lead application security reviews across business-critical applications and cloud platforms. Conduct security architecture and secure design reviews. Perform application security risk assessments and define security requirements. Lead Threat Modelling workshops using STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK or similar methodologies. Embed Secure SDLC principles into engineering teams. Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes. Review and analyse SAST, DAST and Software Composition Analysis (SCA) findings. Work closely with development teams to prioritise vulnerability remediation. Define security testing requirements and support penetration testing activities. Produce security standards, technical guidance and best practice documentation. Act as the Application Security SME across multiple technology programmes. Essential Skills Application Security Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) OWASP Top 10 Secure Coding Secure Design Reviews API Security REST APIs Microservices Security Application Security Risk Assessments Threat Modelling STRIDE MITRE ATT&CK Security Architecture Risk Assessments DevSecOps CI/CD Security GitHub Actions GitLab Jenkins Azure DevOps Security Automation Shift Left Security Security Testing SAST DAST SCA Vulnerability Management Penetration Testing Cloud Security AWS, Azure or GCP Kubernetes Docker Container Security Cloud Security Best Practices Security Tooling Experience with one or more of: Checkmarx Fortify SonarQube Veracode Semgrep Burp Suite OWASP ZAP Snyk Trivy Prisma Cloud Aqua Wiz Ideal Background You'll ideally have: 8+ years in Cyber Security Strong Application Security or DevSecOps experience Experience working directly with software engineering teams Experience embedding security into CI/CD pipelines Strong knowledge of Secure SDLC Experience conducting Threat Modelling sessions Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Previous experience within Banking, Financial Services, Insurance or another highly regulated enterprise environment Contract Details 12-month contract £500-£550 per day (Umbrella) Hybrid working - 8 days onsite per month in London Immediate interview availability preferred *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Senior Java Developer - BSS/OSS - HYBRID We're looking for an experienced Senior Developer to join a Software Engineering team delivering enterprise-scale solutions. This is a hands-on role where you'll design, develop and enhance high-performance applications while collaborating with architects, project managers and cross-functional teams. You'll also mentor junior developers and help drive engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and enhance enterprise software solutions. Analyse business requirements and contribute to technical design. Develop new features and product enhancements. Carry out code reviews, unit testing and performance optimisation. Support integration testing, bug fixing, releases and deployments. Collaborate within Agile teams, contributing to sprint planning and estimations. Produce technical documentation and promote development best practices. Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance. Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience developing enterprise applications using Java . Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and J2EE . Experience building RESTful APIs , Microservices , and working with Kubernetes or OpenShift . Strong SQL skills with experience of RDBMS , SQL , and PL/SQL . Front End development experience with Angular , JavaScript , Bootstrap , HTML5 , and CSS3 . Experience with JBoss or Oracle 10gAS application Servers. Proficiency with Git , Maven , Jenkins , debugging tools, and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) . Experience working within Agile development environments. Previous experience in a Senior Developer or technical leadership role. Desirable Experience with JBoss Fuse , Apache Camel , DROOLS (JBoss Rules) , or Business Intelligence platforms. Experience with C/Pro*C in UNIX environments. Knowledge of Telecom BSS/OSS , Mediation, Billing, or Online Charging systems. Experience with cloud-native architectures and DevOps pipelines. Experience working on high-volume enterprise systems within telecommunications, billing, or similar industries. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Java Developer - BSS/OSS - HYBRID We're looking for an experienced Senior Developer to join a Software Engineering team delivering enterprise-scale solutions. This is a hands-on role where you'll design, develop and enhance high-performance applications while collaborating with architects, project managers and cross-functional teams. You'll also mentor junior developers and help drive engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and enhance enterprise software solutions. Analyse business requirements and contribute to technical design. Develop new features and product enhancements. Carry out code reviews, unit testing and performance optimisation. Support integration testing, bug fixing, releases and deployments. Collaborate within Agile teams, contributing to sprint planning and estimations. Produce technical documentation and promote development best practices. Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance. Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience developing enterprise applications using Java . Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and J2EE . Experience building RESTful APIs , Microservices , and working with Kubernetes or OpenShift . Strong SQL skills with experience of RDBMS , SQL , and PL/SQL . Front End development experience with Angular , JavaScript , Bootstrap , HTML5 , and CSS3 . Experience with JBoss or Oracle 10gAS application Servers. Proficiency with Git , Maven , Jenkins , debugging tools, and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) . Experience working within Agile development environments. Previous experience in a Senior Developer or technical leadership role. Desirable Experience with JBoss Fuse , Apache Camel , DROOLS (JBoss Rules) , or Business Intelligence platforms. Experience with C/Pro*C in UNIX environments. Knowledge of Telecom BSS/OSS , Mediation, Billing, or Online Charging systems. Experience with cloud-native architectures and DevOps pipelines. Experience working on high-volume enterprise systems within telecommunications, billing, or similar industries. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Senior Backend Engineer - AI/ML Platforms 6 months Hybrid/Remote Inside IR35 We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer - AI/ML Platforms to join a cutting-edge AI/ML engineering team developing scalable applications and platforms at the intersection of cloud, data, and artificial intelligence. This is an opportunity to work on innovative AI-powered products, helping to design, build, and deploy modern cloud-native applications while collaborating closely with software engineers, data engineers, and machine learning specialists. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Python-based Back End applications and services Build and deploy cloud-native infrastructure and application environments Integrate AI/ML components with Front End applications, data pipelines, and compute platforms Deliver high-quality, maintainable software using modern engineering best practices Develop automated testing frameworks and comprehensive technical documentation Monitor application and service performance, identifying opportunities for optimisation and improvement Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering standards across the team Collaborate with engineers and technical stakeholders to build end-to-end solutions that consume and deliver data products Support continuous delivery and DevOps practices to ensure reliable releases Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience developing Back End applications in Python Experience developing APIs and web services, ideally using FastAPI Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, ideally Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Cloud Run Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Experience writing automated tests using tools such as Pytest Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies Strong experience with Git, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software engineering practices A collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills Desirable Experience Experience deploying and supporting AI/ML-powered applications Knowledge of LLMs, NLP, agent-based systems, or Generative AI solutions Experience working with Docker and containerised environments Exposure to Front End technologies such as React or Vue Experience working with scientific, biological, or large-scale data environments Previous experience providing technical leadership, mentoring, or leading engineering workstreams Strong understanding of production support, monitoring, and engineering best practices Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Senior Backend Engineer - AI/ML Platforms 6 months Hybrid/Remote Inside IR35 We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer - AI/ML Platforms to join a cutting-edge AI/ML engineering team developing scalable applications and platforms at the intersection of cloud, data, and artificial intelligence. This is an opportunity to work on innovative AI-powered products, helping to design, build, and deploy modern cloud-native applications while collaborating closely with software engineers, data engineers, and machine learning specialists. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Python-based Back End applications and services Build and deploy cloud-native infrastructure and application environments Integrate AI/ML components with Front End applications, data pipelines, and compute platforms Deliver high-quality, maintainable software using modern engineering best practices Develop automated testing frameworks and comprehensive technical documentation Monitor application and service performance, identifying opportunities for optimisation and improvement Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering standards across the team Collaborate with engineers and technical stakeholders to build end-to-end solutions that consume and deliver data products Support continuous delivery and DevOps practices to ensure reliable releases Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience developing Back End applications in Python Experience developing APIs and web services, ideally using FastAPI Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, ideally Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Cloud Run Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Experience writing automated tests using tools such as Pytest Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies Strong experience with Git, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software engineering practices A collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills Desirable Experience Experience deploying and supporting AI/ML-powered applications Knowledge of LLMs, NLP, agent-based systems, or Generative AI solutions Experience working with Docker and containerised environments Exposure to Front End technologies such as React or Vue Experience working with scientific, biological, or large-scale data environments Previous experience providing technical leadership, mentoring, or leading engineering workstreams Strong understanding of production support, monitoring, and engineering best practices Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) Are you an AWS expert who thrives on building secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments? We're working with a leading technology organisation that is investing heavily in its cloud capabilities and is looking for an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) to play a key role in shaping and managing its cloud platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking technology team where you'll have real influence on cloud strategy, architecture, automation, and optimisation. With a mix of project delivery, platform improvement, and operational support, you'll be at the heart of driving cloud innovation across the business. The Role As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting AWS infrastructure that underpins critical business services. You'll work closely with internal technology teams to ensure cloud environments remain secure, resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of cloud initiatives, from infrastructure automation and migration projects to governance, security, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and Lambda. Optimise cloud environments for performance, availability, security, and cost efficiency. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation. Support cloud migration and transformation projects. Implement and maintain cloud governance, security controls, and compliance standards. Monitor cloud services and proactively investigate incidents and performance issues. Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures. Act as a senior technical escalation point for AWS-related issues. Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver robust cloud solutions. Evaluate new AWS services and technologies, recommending improvements where appropriate. About You You'll be an experienced cloud professional with strong AWS expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. Essential Experience Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing AWS environments. Strong knowledge of AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and/or CloudFormation. Strong Scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, AWS CLI). Good understanding of cloud security, identity management, and compliance best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience Experience with container technologies including Docker, ECS, or EKS. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms. Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments and cloud migration initiatives. Understanding of ITIL-based service management practices. Exposure to AWS cost management and optimisation strategies. Apply Now If you're passionate about AWS cloud engineering and want to join a business where your expertise will help shape the future of its cloud platform, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) Are you an AWS expert who thrives on building secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments? We're working with a leading technology organisation that is investing heavily in its cloud capabilities and is looking for an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) to play a key role in shaping and managing its cloud platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking technology team where you'll have real influence on cloud strategy, architecture, automation, and optimisation. With a mix of project delivery, platform improvement, and operational support, you'll be at the heart of driving cloud innovation across the business. The Role As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting AWS infrastructure that underpins critical business services. You'll work closely with internal technology teams to ensure cloud environments remain secure, resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of cloud initiatives, from infrastructure automation and migration projects to governance, security, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and Lambda. Optimise cloud environments for performance, availability, security, and cost efficiency. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation. Support cloud migration and transformation projects. Implement and maintain cloud governance, security controls, and compliance standards. Monitor cloud services and proactively investigate incidents and performance issues. Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures. Act as a senior technical escalation point for AWS-related issues. Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver robust cloud solutions. Evaluate new AWS services and technologies, recommending improvements where appropriate. About You You'll be an experienced cloud professional with strong AWS expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. Essential Experience Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing AWS environments. Strong knowledge of AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and/or CloudFormation. Strong Scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, AWS CLI). Good understanding of cloud security, identity management, and compliance best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience Experience with container technologies including Docker, ECS, or EKS. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms. Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments and cloud migration initiatives. Understanding of ITIL-based service management practices. Exposure to AWS cost management and optimisation strategies. Apply Now If you're passionate about AWS cloud engineering and want to join a business where your expertise will help shape the future of its cloud platform, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) Are you an AWS expert who thrives on building secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments? We're working with a leading technology organisation that is investing heavily in its cloud capabilities and is looking for an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) to play a key role in shaping and managing its cloud platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking technology team where you'll have real influence on cloud strategy, architecture, automation, and optimisation. With a mix of project delivery, platform improvement, and operational support, you'll be at the heart of driving cloud innovation across the business. The Role As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting AWS infrastructure that underpins critical business services. You'll work closely with internal technology teams to ensure cloud environments remain secure, resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of cloud initiatives, from infrastructure automation and migration projects to governance, security, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and Lambda. Optimise cloud environments for performance, availability, security, and cost efficiency. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation. Support cloud migration and transformation projects. Implement and maintain cloud governance, security controls, and compliance standards. Monitor cloud services and proactively investigate incidents and performance issues. Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures. Act as a senior technical escalation point for AWS-related issues. Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver robust cloud solutions. Evaluate new AWS services and technologies, recommending improvements where appropriate. About You You'll be an experienced cloud professional with strong AWS expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. Essential Experience Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing AWS environments. Strong knowledge of AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and/or CloudFormation. Strong Scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, AWS CLI). Good understanding of cloud security, identity management, and compliance best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience Experience with container technologies including Docker, ECS, or EKS. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms. Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments and cloud migration initiatives. Understanding of ITIL-based service management practices. Exposure to AWS cost management and optimisation strategies. Apply Now If you're passionate about AWS cloud engineering and want to join a business where your expertise will help shape the future of its cloud platform, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) Are you an AWS expert who thrives on building secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments? We're working with a leading technology organisation that is investing heavily in its cloud capabilities and is looking for an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (AWS) to play a key role in shaping and managing its cloud platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking technology team where you'll have real influence on cloud strategy, architecture, automation, and optimisation. With a mix of project delivery, platform improvement, and operational support, you'll be at the heart of driving cloud innovation across the business. The Role As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting AWS infrastructure that underpins critical business services. You'll work closely with internal technology teams to ensure cloud environments remain secure, resilient, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of cloud initiatives, from infrastructure automation and migration projects to governance, security, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure using services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and Lambda. Optimise cloud environments for performance, availability, security, and cost efficiency. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation. Support cloud migration and transformation projects. Implement and maintain cloud governance, security controls, and compliance standards. Monitor cloud services and proactively investigate incidents and performance issues. Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures. Act as a senior technical escalation point for AWS-related issues. Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver robust cloud solutions. Evaluate new AWS services and technologies, recommending improvements where appropriate. About You You'll be an experienced cloud professional with strong AWS expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. Essential Experience Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing AWS environments. Strong knowledge of AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and/or CloudFormation. Strong Scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, AWS CLI). Good understanding of cloud security, identity management, and compliance best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience Experience with container technologies including Docker, ECS, or EKS. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms. Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments and cloud migration initiatives. Understanding of ITIL-based service management practices. Exposure to AWS cost management and optimisation strategies. Apply Now If you're passionate about AWS cloud engineering and want to join a business where your expertise will help shape the future of its cloud platform, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Python Developer London (Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week) 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Competitive Day Rate We are looking for an experienced Python Developer to join a high-performing technology team developing innovative machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions that support cutting-edge scientific research and drug discovery. This is a key role focused on designing, building, and deploying scalable software platforms that enable the integration of AI/ML capabilities into production environments. You'll work closely with software engineers, data engineers, data scientists, and research teams to deliver high-quality solutions that accelerate scientific innovation and improve outcomes through advanced technology. You will be responsible for the development, deployment, integration, and continuous improvement of cloud-native applications, ensuring they are secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned with modern software engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Back End services and APIs for Python-based web applications. Design, deploy, and manage cloud-native infrastructure to support data-driven applications and services. Integrate AI/ML models and services with Front End applications, data platforms, and compute environments. Deliver high-quality software solutions following engineering best practices, including automated testing, documentation, and code quality standards. Develop, monitor, and improve key operational and performance metrics across applications and services. Participate in peer code reviews, contributing to continuous improvement across engineering standards and practices. Collaborate with software engineers, data engineers, and data scientists to build and maintain end-to-end data and machine learning pipelines. Support CI/CD processes and ensure reliable deployment of applications into production environments. Troubleshoot, optimise, and maintain applications to ensure high availability and performance. We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Python Developer, Backend Developer, Software Engineer, or Application Developer . Strong commercial experience developing applications using Python . Experience working within cloud environments, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform . Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Pytest . Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including Git, GitHub, CI/CD, and DevOps methodologies . Experience working within Agile software development environments. Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs and Back End services. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Desirable: Experience with FastAPI , Docker, containerised applications, React or Vue, AI/ML-powered applications, Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), data engineering pipelines, scientific datasets, and highly regulated environments. Exposure to technical leadership, mentoring junior developers, or delivering large-scale software projects would be advantageous. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience. Contract Details: 6-Month Initial Contract Inside IR35 London-based Hybrid Working (2 days onsite per week) Potential for extension based on project requirements If you're passionate about Python development, cloud technologies, and building scalable software solutions that make a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 30, 2026
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Python Developer London (Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week) 6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Competitive Day Rate We are looking for an experienced Python Developer to join a high-performing technology team developing innovative machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions that support cutting-edge scientific research and drug discovery. This is a key role focused on designing, building, and deploying scalable software platforms that enable the integration of AI/ML capabilities into production environments. You'll work closely with software engineers, data engineers, data scientists, and research teams to deliver high-quality solutions that accelerate scientific innovation and improve outcomes through advanced technology. You will be responsible for the development, deployment, integration, and continuous improvement of cloud-native applications, ensuring they are secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned with modern software engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Back End services and APIs for Python-based web applications. Design, deploy, and manage cloud-native infrastructure to support data-driven applications and services. Integrate AI/ML models and services with Front End applications, data platforms, and compute environments. Deliver high-quality software solutions following engineering best practices, including automated testing, documentation, and code quality standards. Develop, monitor, and improve key operational and performance metrics across applications and services. Participate in peer code reviews, contributing to continuous improvement across engineering standards and practices. Collaborate with software engineers, data engineers, and data scientists to build and maintain end-to-end data and machine learning pipelines. Support CI/CD processes and ensure reliable deployment of applications into production environments. Troubleshoot, optimise, and maintain applications to ensure high availability and performance. We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Python Developer, Backend Developer, Software Engineer, or Application Developer . Strong commercial experience developing applications using Python . Experience working within cloud environments, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform . Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Pytest . Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including Git, GitHub, CI/CD, and DevOps methodologies . Experience working within Agile software development environments. Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs and Back End services. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Desirable: Experience with FastAPI , Docker, containerised applications, React or Vue, AI/ML-powered applications, Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), data engineering pipelines, scientific datasets, and highly regulated environments. Exposure to technical leadership, mentoring junior developers, or delivering large-scale software projects would be advantageous. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience. Contract Details: 6-Month Initial Contract Inside IR35 London-based Hybrid Working (2 days onsite per week) Potential for extension based on project requirements If you're passionate about Python development, cloud technologies, and building scalable software solutions that make a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Scrum Master - Outside IR35 Contract: 6 Months Location: Remote with some nationwide site visits Rate: 500/day Outside IR35 Roc Search is recruiting for an experienced Scrum Master to join a large-scale data and analytics transformation programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a highly technical team delivering modern cloud-based data solutions in a fast-paced Agile environment. This is a technically-focused Scrum Master role. You'll be working closely with Data Engineers, BI Developers and technical stakeholders to drive delivery, remove blockers and ensure Agile best practices are embedded across the programme. Key Responsibilities Lead Scrum ceremonies and manage sprint delivery using Azure DevOps. Coordinate delivery across Data Engineering and Analytics teams. Remove blockers, manage dependencies and ensure successful project delivery. Promote Agile best practices and continuous improvement within the team. Skills & Experience Proven Scrum Master experience within a software, data engineering or technical delivery environment. Strong Azure DevOps knowledge (Boards, Repos, Pipelines and sprint management). Experience working with Data Engineering, BI or Analytics teams. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and Agile delivery skills. Desirable Exposure to Microsoft Fabric or modern data platforms. Knowledge of SQL, data pipelines or BI technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transformation programme, working with modern technologies in a collaborative Agile environment.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Scrum Master - Outside IR35 Contract: 6 Months Location: Remote with some nationwide site visits Rate: 500/day Outside IR35 Roc Search is recruiting for an experienced Scrum Master to join a large-scale data and analytics transformation programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a highly technical team delivering modern cloud-based data solutions in a fast-paced Agile environment. This is a technically-focused Scrum Master role. You'll be working closely with Data Engineers, BI Developers and technical stakeholders to drive delivery, remove blockers and ensure Agile best practices are embedded across the programme. Key Responsibilities Lead Scrum ceremonies and manage sprint delivery using Azure DevOps. Coordinate delivery across Data Engineering and Analytics teams. Remove blockers, manage dependencies and ensure successful project delivery. Promote Agile best practices and continuous improvement within the team. Skills & Experience Proven Scrum Master experience within a software, data engineering or technical delivery environment. Strong Azure DevOps knowledge (Boards, Repos, Pipelines and sprint management). Experience working with Data Engineering, BI or Analytics teams. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and Agile delivery skills. Desirable Exposure to Microsoft Fabric or modern data platforms. Knowledge of SQL, data pipelines or BI technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transformation programme, working with modern technologies in a collaborative Agile environment.
Become part of a mission-driven digital team helping to build reliable, secure and scalable digital services that support economic growth across the UK. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT), in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Senior SRE Squad Lead with experience leading and developing engineers, strong DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering expertise, cloud platform experien click apply for full job details
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Become part of a mission-driven digital team helping to build reliable, secure and scalable digital services that support economic growth across the UK. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT), in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Senior SRE Squad Lead with experience leading and developing engineers, strong DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering expertise, cloud platform experien click apply for full job details
Hays are now looking for a Full Stack Developer for one of our local retail clients: Flexible Rate - Inside IR35 3 days a week onsite Location is Bury We're supporting a leading global footwear retailer as they build Marketplace and Conversion Optimisation squads to deliver improvements across their digital commerce platforms. We're looking for hands-on engineers who combine strong full stack technical expertise with product thinking, software craftsmanship and a passion for building customer-facing solutions. What you'll be doing Design, build and deploy scalable cloud-native applications across marketplace and ecommerce platforms Develop customer-facing features that improve conversion, customer experience and commercial outcomes Take features from discovery through to production Lead technical delivery through hands-on engineering and coding Build and maintain REST APIs, microservices and modern web applications Drive code quality, software craftsmanship and engineering best practices Mentor engineers through pairing, code reviews and day-to-day delivery Embed automated testing, security and quality throughout the development lifecycle Improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes and developer experience Design scalable, maintainable solutions and reduce technical debt Drive automation and continuous improvement across engineering teams Utilise AI-assisted engineering tools to improve productivity, code quality and troubleshooting What we're looking for Strong commercial full stack software engineering experience React and/or Next.js experience Node.js and TypeScript experience AWS cloud-native development experience REST APIs and microservices architecture CI/CD and modern software delivery practices Automated testing experience Experience delivering cloud-native digital products within Agile teams Strong understanding of modern engineering, DevOps and software development best practices Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers through hands-on delivery Ability to balance rapid delivery with long-term engineering quality Nice to have CommerceTools or similar composable commerce platforms Terraform or Infrastructure as Code GitHub Actions Docker and Kubernetes Event-driven architecture Monorepo environments Observability platforms Feature flag frameworks AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code or Gemini Code Assist If you are able to commute to Manchester/Bury 3 times a week and are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy of your CV 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)
Jul 30, 2026
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Hays are now looking for a Full Stack Developer for one of our local retail clients: Flexible Rate - Inside IR35 3 days a week onsite Location is Bury We're supporting a leading global footwear retailer as they build Marketplace and Conversion Optimisation squads to deliver improvements across their digital commerce platforms. We're looking for hands-on engineers who combine strong full stack technical expertise with product thinking, software craftsmanship and a passion for building customer-facing solutions. What you'll be doing Design, build and deploy scalable cloud-native applications across marketplace and ecommerce platforms Develop customer-facing features that improve conversion, customer experience and commercial outcomes Take features from discovery through to production Lead technical delivery through hands-on engineering and coding Build and maintain REST APIs, microservices and modern web applications Drive code quality, software craftsmanship and engineering best practices Mentor engineers through pairing, code reviews and day-to-day delivery Embed automated testing, security and quality throughout the development lifecycle Improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes and developer experience Design scalable, maintainable solutions and reduce technical debt Drive automation and continuous improvement across engineering teams Utilise AI-assisted engineering tools to improve productivity, code quality and troubleshooting What we're looking for Strong commercial full stack software engineering experience React and/or Next.js experience Node.js and TypeScript experience AWS cloud-native development experience REST APIs and microservices architecture CI/CD and modern software delivery practices Automated testing experience Experience delivering cloud-native digital products within Agile teams Strong understanding of modern engineering, DevOps and software development best practices Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers through hands-on delivery Ability to balance rapid delivery with long-term engineering quality Nice to have CommerceTools or similar composable commerce platforms Terraform or Infrastructure as Code GitHub Actions Docker and Kubernetes Event-driven architecture Monorepo environments Observability platforms Feature flag frameworks AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code or Gemini Code Assist If you are able to commute to Manchester/Bury 3 times a week and are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Senior Technical Lead (2 Positions Available) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Salary: £90,000+ per annum (Dependent on Experience) About the Role Our client is looking for two experienced Senior Technical Leads with deep expertise in Sitecore and a forward-thinking approach to AI-enabled delivery. In this role, you will architect and lead the technical delivery of enterprise-scale digital experience platforms, embed AI tooling across the software development lifecycle, and mentor a team of Engineers to deliver high-quality solutions. You will act as the bridge between client requirements, solution design and hands-on engineering, ensuring outcomes are scalable, performant and commercially sound. This is a hybrid position with occasional travel as required. We Are Recruiting for Two Positions Position 1: Based in the United Kingdom Excellent written and spoken English Position 2: Based in the United Kingdom Fluent German (professional/business level) Excellent written and spoken English Both positions require experience with AI-enabled software development and modern engineering practices. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Architecture: Lead end-to-end technical architecture and delivery of Sitecore-based digital experience platforms. Define and maintain technical standards, architectural patterns and code quality practices. Conduct solution design workshops and translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Oversee integrations with third-party platforms including CRMs, CDPs, DAMs, search engines and marketing automation tools. Perform technical code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices. Produce high-level and detailed technical solution estimates. Review Statements of Work (SOWs), project briefs and technical requirements. Deliver technical documentation required during the discovery phase. Project Delivery and Estimation: Contribute to pre-sales and project estimation activities. Identify technical risks and delivery challenges. Work closely with Project Managers and Solution Architects throughout project delivery. Support re-estimation where project scope changes. Team and Stakeholder Management: Lead, mentor and develop Sitecore Developers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX, Strategy, Data and QA. Act as the primary technical contact for clients. Facilitate knowledge sharing across delivery teams. Lead technical planning, roadmap development and technology selection. Support environment configuration and solution planning. Drive innovation initiatives and contribute to Sitecore AI roadmap discussions. Identify delivery risks and key project milestones. Work closely with Delivery Leads, Development Directors and Client Partners on strategic delivery. Essential Requirements Sitecore Expertise: 10+ years' hands-on Sitecore development experience across Sitecore AI, XM Cloud, XP and/or XM. 3 5 years' experience leading the design and implementation of digital technology solutions using Agile / Scrum methodologies. Strong knowledge of Sitecore development patterns including JSS, Headless / SXA, Unicorn / SCS and multisite configurations. Experience with Sitecore CDP, Personalize, Search, Content Hub, Send or other composable DXP products. Understanding of Sitecore licensing, deployment architecture and cloud hosting (Azure/AWS). Familiarity with Next.js, React, Vercel and Netlify. AI and Modern Development Candidates should demonstrate experience integrating AI into professional software development, including: AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor or similar. Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) for code generation, documentation and testing. Designing structured AI-readable inputs such as content schemas, design tokens and component specifications. Experience with prompt engineering or AI automation pipelines is highly desirable. Core Technical Skills: .NET / C# JavaScript / TypeScript React or Next.js RESTful APIs GraphQL CI / CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions) Performance optimisation WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards SEO best practices Agile / Scrum delivery experience. Desirable: Sitecore MVP. Active participation in the Sitecore community. Professional services experience. Experience refining and implementing Sitecore solutions. Experience contributing to or reviewing AI-influenced project estimates and delivery models. What We Offer: Competitive salary of £90,000+ per annum. Hybrid working. Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale digital experience platforms. Collaborative and innovative working environment. Career development opportunities. Occasional travel as required.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Technical Lead (2 Positions Available) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Salary: £90,000+ per annum (Dependent on Experience) About the Role Our client is looking for two experienced Senior Technical Leads with deep expertise in Sitecore and a forward-thinking approach to AI-enabled delivery. In this role, you will architect and lead the technical delivery of enterprise-scale digital experience platforms, embed AI tooling across the software development lifecycle, and mentor a team of Engineers to deliver high-quality solutions. You will act as the bridge between client requirements, solution design and hands-on engineering, ensuring outcomes are scalable, performant and commercially sound. This is a hybrid position with occasional travel as required. We Are Recruiting for Two Positions Position 1: Based in the United Kingdom Excellent written and spoken English Position 2: Based in the United Kingdom Fluent German (professional/business level) Excellent written and spoken English Both positions require experience with AI-enabled software development and modern engineering practices. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Architecture: Lead end-to-end technical architecture and delivery of Sitecore-based digital experience platforms. Define and maintain technical standards, architectural patterns and code quality practices. Conduct solution design workshops and translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Oversee integrations with third-party platforms including CRMs, CDPs, DAMs, search engines and marketing automation tools. Perform technical code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices. Produce high-level and detailed technical solution estimates. Review Statements of Work (SOWs), project briefs and technical requirements. Deliver technical documentation required during the discovery phase. Project Delivery and Estimation: Contribute to pre-sales and project estimation activities. Identify technical risks and delivery challenges. Work closely with Project Managers and Solution Architects throughout project delivery. Support re-estimation where project scope changes. Team and Stakeholder Management: Lead, mentor and develop Sitecore Developers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX, Strategy, Data and QA. Act as the primary technical contact for clients. Facilitate knowledge sharing across delivery teams. Lead technical planning, roadmap development and technology selection. Support environment configuration and solution planning. Drive innovation initiatives and contribute to Sitecore AI roadmap discussions. Identify delivery risks and key project milestones. Work closely with Delivery Leads, Development Directors and Client Partners on strategic delivery. Essential Requirements Sitecore Expertise: 10+ years' hands-on Sitecore development experience across Sitecore AI, XM Cloud, XP and/or XM. 3 5 years' experience leading the design and implementation of digital technology solutions using Agile / Scrum methodologies. Strong knowledge of Sitecore development patterns including JSS, Headless / SXA, Unicorn / SCS and multisite configurations. Experience with Sitecore CDP, Personalize, Search, Content Hub, Send or other composable DXP products. Understanding of Sitecore licensing, deployment architecture and cloud hosting (Azure/AWS). Familiarity with Next.js, React, Vercel and Netlify. AI and Modern Development Candidates should demonstrate experience integrating AI into professional software development, including: AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor or similar. Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) for code generation, documentation and testing. Designing structured AI-readable inputs such as content schemas, design tokens and component specifications. Experience with prompt engineering or AI automation pipelines is highly desirable. Core Technical Skills: .NET / C# JavaScript / TypeScript React or Next.js RESTful APIs GraphQL CI / CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions) Performance optimisation WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards SEO best practices Agile / Scrum delivery experience. Desirable: Sitecore MVP. Active participation in the Sitecore community. Professional services experience. Experience refining and implementing Sitecore solutions. Experience contributing to or reviewing AI-influenced project estimates and delivery models. What We Offer: Competitive salary of £90,000+ per annum. Hybrid working. Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale digital experience platforms. Collaborative and innovative working environment. Career development opportunities. Occasional travel as required.
Engineering Lead - Risk & Controls Rate: 515/day (via Umbrella Company) Contract Length: 6-12 Months Location: Hybrid - Radbroke (2-3 days onsite per week) Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Engineering Lead to support a large-scale Risk & Controls transformation programme . This role will provide technical leadership, governance, and engineering oversight across multiple delivery teams working on risk, compliance, controls, integration, and application enhancement initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in application modernization, regulatory-driven technology changes, controls implementation, enterprise integrations, and technical delivery. This is a highly hands-on leadership position requiring active involvement in architecture reviews, technical problem-solving, and engineering governance. Key Responsibilities Provide engineering leadership and technical oversight across multiple delivery teams. Support application enhancement, modernization, and transformation initiatives. Define and enforce engineering standards, development processes, risk controls, and architecture best practices. Ensure adherence to coding standards, security requirements, deployment practices, and governance controls. Assess the impact of regulatory and compliance changes on applications, engineering processes, and operational controls. Collaborate closely with risk, compliance, architecture, audit, and product stakeholders. Act as a senior escalation point for complex engineering and production issues. Guide the design and implementation of scalable integration solutions across APIs, middleware, event platforms, and external systems. Conduct architecture reviews, technical assessments, code reviews, and compliance reviews. Mentor engineering teams and contribute directly to troubleshooting, prototyping, and delivery activities. Drive continuous improvement across engineering practices, controls frameworks, and tooling. Required Skills & Experience Engineering Leadership Proven experience leading engineering teams within large enterprise environments. Strong governance, stakeholder management, and technical leadership capabilities. Experience overseeing multiple concurrent technology initiatives and distributed teams. Backend & Integration Engineering Strong background in backend software engineering and enterprise integrations. Expertise in APIs, microservices, middleware, and event-driven architectures. Experience building scalable, resilient, and secure applications. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across distributed systems. Risk, Controls & Compliance Strong understanding of risk, controls, compliance, and regulatory considerations within regulated environments. Experience managing governance-driven technology changes. Familiarity with technology risk management, audit readiness, and operational control frameworks. Cloud & DevOps Experience with AWS and cloud-native architectures. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and deployment best practices. Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, observability, logging, and reliability engineering. Software Engineering Strong proficiency in Python and/or modern backend programming languages. Experience designing and delivering enterprise-grade applications. Understanding of testing strategies, secure coding practices, software quality, and release governance. Hands-on engineering approach with the ability to contribute directly when required. Preferred Experience Experience working on large-scale transformation programmes. Exposure to risk, compliance, or governance-focused technology initiatives. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and enterprise engineering frameworks. Experience supporting geographically distributed teams. Knowledge of AI-enabled engineering tools or automation frameworks would be advantageous. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jul 30, 2026
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Engineering Lead - Risk & Controls Rate: 515/day (via Umbrella Company) Contract Length: 6-12 Months Location: Hybrid - Radbroke (2-3 days onsite per week) Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Engineering Lead to support a large-scale Risk & Controls transformation programme . This role will provide technical leadership, governance, and engineering oversight across multiple delivery teams working on risk, compliance, controls, integration, and application enhancement initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in application modernization, regulatory-driven technology changes, controls implementation, enterprise integrations, and technical delivery. This is a highly hands-on leadership position requiring active involvement in architecture reviews, technical problem-solving, and engineering governance. Key Responsibilities Provide engineering leadership and technical oversight across multiple delivery teams. Support application enhancement, modernization, and transformation initiatives. Define and enforce engineering standards, development processes, risk controls, and architecture best practices. Ensure adherence to coding standards, security requirements, deployment practices, and governance controls. Assess the impact of regulatory and compliance changes on applications, engineering processes, and operational controls. Collaborate closely with risk, compliance, architecture, audit, and product stakeholders. Act as a senior escalation point for complex engineering and production issues. Guide the design and implementation of scalable integration solutions across APIs, middleware, event platforms, and external systems. Conduct architecture reviews, technical assessments, code reviews, and compliance reviews. Mentor engineering teams and contribute directly to troubleshooting, prototyping, and delivery activities. Drive continuous improvement across engineering practices, controls frameworks, and tooling. Required Skills & Experience Engineering Leadership Proven experience leading engineering teams within large enterprise environments. Strong governance, stakeholder management, and technical leadership capabilities. Experience overseeing multiple concurrent technology initiatives and distributed teams. Backend & Integration Engineering Strong background in backend software engineering and enterprise integrations. Expertise in APIs, microservices, middleware, and event-driven architectures. Experience building scalable, resilient, and secure applications. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across distributed systems. Risk, Controls & Compliance Strong understanding of risk, controls, compliance, and regulatory considerations within regulated environments. Experience managing governance-driven technology changes. Familiarity with technology risk management, audit readiness, and operational control frameworks. Cloud & DevOps Experience with AWS and cloud-native architectures. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and deployment best practices. Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, observability, logging, and reliability engineering. Software Engineering Strong proficiency in Python and/or modern backend programming languages. Experience designing and delivering enterprise-grade applications. Understanding of testing strategies, secure coding practices, software quality, and release governance. Hands-on engineering approach with the ability to contribute directly when required. Preferred Experience Experience working on large-scale transformation programmes. Exposure to risk, compliance, or governance-focused technology initiatives. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and enterprise engineering frameworks. Experience supporting geographically distributed teams. Knowledge of AI-enabled engineering tools or automation frameworks would be advantageous. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Lead the engineering standards behind a High-Growth UK SaaS platform Software Development Manager NestJS / NodeJS, VueJS: .NET backgrounds welcome Leading a team of AI driven developers Hybrid / remote working Up to 100,000 + benefits If you're a technically strong engineering leader who built your career on solid engineering foundations (whether in C# / .NET or modern JavaScript frameworks) and still care deeply about code quality, DevOps maturity, and scalable systems, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity. We're partnered with a high-growth UK SaaS technology company building data-driven digital products that help commercial teams better understand and engage their customers. As they scale their customer-facing platforms, they're looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to shape engineering standards and lead the next phase of platform evolution. The Tech Environment The company's stack has evolved. Originally built on a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation, the platform has transitioned to a more modern stack including: NestJS / NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server, Snowflake. They are open to candidates from a strong .NET background who have since gained experience in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems. Or who can demonstrate the adaptability and technical depth to operate in this environment. What matters most is engineering quality, architectural thinking, and leadership credibility, not a rigid checklist of frameworks. You'll balance people leadership, technical direction, and delivery performance, ensuring teams build maintainable, secure, and high-performing systems. What We're Looking For Significant experience in a SaaS or product-led environment Strong previous experience as a hands-on software engineer (C#/.NET or modern JS/TS stacks) Proven leadership of engineering teams using AI Experience building and operating systems at scale A solid understanding of automated testing and QA practices Familiarity with modern DevOps approaches Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills The ability to quickly pick up new tools and solve complex problems Interested? If you're a strong engineering leader who wants to influence platform direction without stepping away from technical depth, this role offers real impact in a growing SaaS business. Apply now or contact us for more details: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Lead the engineering standards behind a High-Growth UK SaaS platform Software Development Manager NestJS / NodeJS, VueJS: .NET backgrounds welcome Leading a team of AI driven developers Hybrid / remote working Up to 100,000 + benefits If you're a technically strong engineering leader who built your career on solid engineering foundations (whether in C# / .NET or modern JavaScript frameworks) and still care deeply about code quality, DevOps maturity, and scalable systems, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity. We're partnered with a high-growth UK SaaS technology company building data-driven digital products that help commercial teams better understand and engage their customers. As they scale their customer-facing platforms, they're looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to shape engineering standards and lead the next phase of platform evolution. The Tech Environment The company's stack has evolved. Originally built on a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation, the platform has transitioned to a more modern stack including: NestJS / NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server, Snowflake. They are open to candidates from a strong .NET background who have since gained experience in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems. Or who can demonstrate the adaptability and technical depth to operate in this environment. What matters most is engineering quality, architectural thinking, and leadership credibility, not a rigid checklist of frameworks. You'll balance people leadership, technical direction, and delivery performance, ensuring teams build maintainable, secure, and high-performing systems. What We're Looking For Significant experience in a SaaS or product-led environment Strong previous experience as a hands-on software engineer (C#/.NET or modern JS/TS stacks) Proven leadership of engineering teams using AI Experience building and operating systems at scale A solid understanding of automated testing and QA practices Familiarity with modern DevOps approaches Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills The ability to quickly pick up new tools and solve complex problems Interested? If you're a strong engineering leader who wants to influence platform direction without stepping away from technical depth, this role offers real impact in a growing SaaS business. Apply now or contact us for more details: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy whose work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We deliver impactful technology solutions across UK government departments, working at the forefront of user-centred design, agile delivery, and scalable digital services that genuinely make a difference. Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates Strong focus on work-life balance with a flexible hybrid model (3 days onsite) Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary agile environment alongside civil servants and industry experts Based in Swansea, South Wales - three days per week on-site Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Developer to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java and Spring Boot, strong architectural knowledge, and proven experience leading development teams in delivering large-scale digital solutions. As a technical leader, you will drive engineering best practices, mentor developers, contribute to strategic technology decisions, and collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise-grade Back End applications using Java (8/11/17+) and Spring Boot. Define and drive technical architecture, coding standards, and development best practices. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams. Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality, maintainable, and secure code. Collaborate with Solution Architects and Engineering Managers on technology roadmaps and architectural decisions. Application Development Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions. Develop scalable, resilient, and high-performing Back End services. Integrate with internal and external systems through APIs, messaging platforms, and event-driven architectures. Ensure compliance with security, performance, and reliability requirements. Architecture & Design Participate in system architecture, technical design discussions, and solution planning. Drive cloud-native development practices and modernization initiatives. Identify and mitigate technical risks and performance bottlenecks. Ensure scalability, maintainability, and extensibility of software solutions. DevOps & Delivery Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement containerized and cloud-based solutions. Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives using tools such as Terraform. Participate in release planning, production deployments, and incident management. Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Architects, QA, and DevOps teams. Translate business requirements into technical solutions. Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications Technical Skills 8+ years of hands-on software development experience with Java. Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot frameworks. Extensive experience designing and implementing microservices architectures. Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and integration. Experience with Hibernate, JPA, and ORM frameworks. Hands-on experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ. Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar. Deep understanding of application security, authentication, authorization, and secure coding practices. Experience with performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting distributed systems. Strong knowledge of Git, branching strategies, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Leadership Experience Proven experience leading development teams and delivering complex enterprise projects. Ability to mentor developers and foster technical excellence. Experience managing technical deliverables, estimations, and development planning. Preferred Qualifications Experience working within regulated, standards-driven, or public sector environments (eg, GDS-aligned projects). Experience implementing cloud-native architectures and event-driven systems. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. Experience with observability and monitoring tools such as ELK, Grafana, Prometheus, or Splunk. Relevant Java, AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, or architecture certifications. Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and API-first development approaches. Soft Skills Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities. Strong collaboration and team-building mindset. Ability to balance technical excellence with business objectives. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead distributed teams. Nice to Have Experience in digital transformation programs. Exposure to government, healthcare, banking, or other highly regulated industries. Experience leading geographically distributed development teams. Knowledge of AI-assisted development tools and modern software engineering practices.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy whose work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We deliver impactful technology solutions across UK government departments, working at the forefront of user-centred design, agile delivery, and scalable digital services that genuinely make a difference. Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates Strong focus on work-life balance with a flexible hybrid model (3 days onsite) Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary agile environment alongside civil servants and industry experts Based in Swansea, South Wales - three days per week on-site Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Developer to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java and Spring Boot, strong architectural knowledge, and proven experience leading development teams in delivering large-scale digital solutions. As a technical leader, you will drive engineering best practices, mentor developers, contribute to strategic technology decisions, and collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise-grade Back End applications using Java (8/11/17+) and Spring Boot. Define and drive technical architecture, coding standards, and development best practices. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams. Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality, maintainable, and secure code. Collaborate with Solution Architects and Engineering Managers on technology roadmaps and architectural decisions. Application Development Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions. Develop scalable, resilient, and high-performing Back End services. Integrate with internal and external systems through APIs, messaging platforms, and event-driven architectures. Ensure compliance with security, performance, and reliability requirements. Architecture & Design Participate in system architecture, technical design discussions, and solution planning. Drive cloud-native development practices and modernization initiatives. Identify and mitigate technical risks and performance bottlenecks. Ensure scalability, maintainability, and extensibility of software solutions. DevOps & Delivery Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement containerized and cloud-based solutions. Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives using tools such as Terraform. Participate in release planning, production deployments, and incident management. Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Architects, QA, and DevOps teams. Translate business requirements into technical solutions. Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications Technical Skills 8+ years of hands-on software development experience with Java. Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot frameworks. Extensive experience designing and implementing microservices architectures. Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and integration. Experience with Hibernate, JPA, and ORM frameworks. Hands-on experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ. Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar. Deep understanding of application security, authentication, authorization, and secure coding practices. Experience with performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting distributed systems. Strong knowledge of Git, branching strategies, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Leadership Experience Proven experience leading development teams and delivering complex enterprise projects. Ability to mentor developers and foster technical excellence. Experience managing technical deliverables, estimations, and development planning. Preferred Qualifications Experience working within regulated, standards-driven, or public sector environments (eg, GDS-aligned projects). Experience implementing cloud-native architectures and event-driven systems. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. Experience with observability and monitoring tools such as ELK, Grafana, Prometheus, or Splunk. Relevant Java, AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, or architecture certifications. Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and API-first development approaches. Soft Skills Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities. Strong collaboration and team-building mindset. Ability to balance technical excellence with business objectives. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead distributed teams. Nice to Have Experience in digital transformation programs. Exposure to government, healthcare, banking, or other highly regulated industries. Experience leading geographically distributed development teams. Knowledge of AI-assisted development tools and modern software engineering practices.
Senior DevOps Engineer - RTGS Platform SC Clearance required London Hybrid based - 50% on site 6 month contract Inside IR35 via Umbrella Responsibilities Include Contributing your expertise towards the continual improvement of our technology stack, ranging from complex cloud-hosted applications utilizing IaC and full CI/CD automation, to more traditional VM-based on-premise systems. Leading, mentoring and collaborating closely with those in your immediate team and with colleagues in other Technology teams. Being an excellent teammate, happy to document and showcase your work to the team, enabling them to understand and support your work. Role Requirements Minimum Criteria Proven experience in AZURE Terraform code Demonstrable experience in GitHub Actions Experience of working in a controlled environment with strict change control Good understanding and practical implementation of both CI and CD Good working knowledge of the installation and configuration of Windows based systems. Hands-on experience in Software development Experienced in mentoring and training junior engineers. Essential Criteria Good working knowledge of PowerShell Good working knowledge of SQL Willing to experiment and fail fast Have a security-first focus, baked-in not bolted-on. Understanding and ability to provide quality, automated testing as you develop Be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, organisation, self-motivation and a desire for self-improvement. Ability to write clear and concise documentation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to plan, schedule and manage a demanding workload. Desirable Criteria Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure. Good working knowledge and practical experience of Azure Monitoring. Software development experience using C# and SQL Server. Experience of Packer, Kubernetes, AKS, Flux or Helm Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Senior DevOps Engineer - RTGS Platform SC Clearance required London Hybrid based - 50% on site 6 month contract Inside IR35 via Umbrella Responsibilities Include Contributing your expertise towards the continual improvement of our technology stack, ranging from complex cloud-hosted applications utilizing IaC and full CI/CD automation, to more traditional VM-based on-premise systems. Leading, mentoring and collaborating closely with those in your immediate team and with colleagues in other Technology teams. Being an excellent teammate, happy to document and showcase your work to the team, enabling them to understand and support your work. Role Requirements Minimum Criteria Proven experience in AZURE Terraform code Demonstrable experience in GitHub Actions Experience of working in a controlled environment with strict change control Good understanding and practical implementation of both CI and CD Good working knowledge of the installation and configuration of Windows based systems. Hands-on experience in Software development Experienced in mentoring and training junior engineers. Essential Criteria Good working knowledge of PowerShell Good working knowledge of SQL Willing to experiment and fail fast Have a security-first focus, baked-in not bolted-on. Understanding and ability to provide quality, automated testing as you develop Be able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, organisation, self-motivation and a desire for self-improvement. Ability to write clear and concise documentation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to plan, schedule and manage a demanding workload. Desirable Criteria Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure. Good working knowledge and practical experience of Azure Monitoring. Software development experience using C# and SQL Server. Experience of Packer, Kubernetes, AKS, Flux or Helm Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Lead Cybersecurity Analytics Engineer Location: Sheffield 3 days perweek Inside IR35: Rate £500.00 - £535.00 pd If you're looking to push your tech career forward while helping to secure a major global technology estate, join the client's Cybersecurity Science & Analytics (CSA) team. You'll be part of a multi-skilled group of cybersecurity scientists, data and analytics professionals, and engineers-using advanced analytics and cloud-based data platforms to build next-generation cybersecurity capabilities. What you'll be doing: . Ingest, provision and enhance raw datasets, enriched tables and curated data assets for cybersecurity use cases . Improve reliability and frequency of data ingestion, expanding Real Time coverage . Design and build data pipelines that collect, transport and deliver data from multiple internal and external sources . Deliver ETL workflows using advanced data manipulation and programmatic processing to ensure the right data is available at each stage . Onboard and validate new data sources using existing schemas, including exploratory analysis to define new schemas . Support and enhance ingestion infrastructure, pipelines and production operations for critical analytics needs . Contribute to data engineering and platform engineering activities across data acquisition, cloud infrastructure and analytics platform support What you'll bring: . A strong grasp of SRE principles for managing large-scale cloud infrastructure . Hands-on experience with SRE and Azure DevOps practices . Ability to script and code (Bash/PowerShell, Azure CLI; Python/C#/Java) and query data (SQL, Kusto query language) . Experience with software version control and CI/CD workflows (eg, GitHub) . Demonstrable Linux administration and Scripting, plus an understanding of storage, networking fundamentals and system principles . Technical breadth across data engineering: pipelines, automation, productionisation and optimisation, including Real Time analytics for large-scale datasets . Comfort working with cloud and big data technologies (Azure preferred) and infrastructure-as-code tools (eg, Terraform) Additional information: . Cybersecurity-specific knowledge is preferred, but not essential-CSA will support your growth across domains . A positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine passion for learning are key If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a supportive team where you can build deeper technical capability and make a real impact. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jul 30, 2026
Contractor
Lead Cybersecurity Analytics Engineer Location: Sheffield 3 days perweek Inside IR35: Rate £500.00 - £535.00 pd If you're looking to push your tech career forward while helping to secure a major global technology estate, join the client's Cybersecurity Science & Analytics (CSA) team. You'll be part of a multi-skilled group of cybersecurity scientists, data and analytics professionals, and engineers-using advanced analytics and cloud-based data platforms to build next-generation cybersecurity capabilities. What you'll be doing: . Ingest, provision and enhance raw datasets, enriched tables and curated data assets for cybersecurity use cases . Improve reliability and frequency of data ingestion, expanding Real Time coverage . Design and build data pipelines that collect, transport and deliver data from multiple internal and external sources . Deliver ETL workflows using advanced data manipulation and programmatic processing to ensure the right data is available at each stage . Onboard and validate new data sources using existing schemas, including exploratory analysis to define new schemas . Support and enhance ingestion infrastructure, pipelines and production operations for critical analytics needs . Contribute to data engineering and platform engineering activities across data acquisition, cloud infrastructure and analytics platform support What you'll bring: . A strong grasp of SRE principles for managing large-scale cloud infrastructure . Hands-on experience with SRE and Azure DevOps practices . Ability to script and code (Bash/PowerShell, Azure CLI; Python/C#/Java) and query data (SQL, Kusto query language) . Experience with software version control and CI/CD workflows (eg, GitHub) . Demonstrable Linux administration and Scripting, plus an understanding of storage, networking fundamentals and system principles . Technical breadth across data engineering: pipelines, automation, productionisation and optimisation, including Real Time analytics for large-scale datasets . Comfort working with cloud and big data technologies (Azure preferred) and infrastructure-as-code tools (eg, Terraform) Additional information: . Cybersecurity-specific knowledge is preferred, but not essential-CSA will support your growth across domains . A positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine passion for learning are key If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a supportive team where you can build deeper technical capability and make a real impact. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
hackajob is collaborating with 8th Light to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Principal Engineer Location: Waterloo, London, England, UK Hybrid (1 day per week in office) Who We Are At 8th Light, we bring life to the best ideas. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, we are a technology solutions consultancy that partners with organisations from early-stage startups to the world's largest companies. We take on hard software challenges and turn them into durable results. We build agentic products, the platforms they run on, and the engineering and design at every layer. Our commitment to quality means we deliver solutions we're truly proud of, while our curiosity sparks innovation and breakthrough thinking. 8th Lights thrive in an environment that champions continuous education, fueling our growth through mentorship and hands-on work. We foster an open, collaborative culture grounded in honesty that builds trust, and believe true success is measured by the outcomes we create for our clients. If this kind of work and our kind of people energises you, you've found the right place. Who You Are You've shown long-term repeated success on a variety of projects, typically over the course of 10+ years. You are a trusted expert and leader, often called upon to guide ambiguous initiatives and architect scalable solutions. You bring a blend of deep consulting acumen, technical expertise, and product thinking that drives measurable and impactful outcomes. In your previous experience, you have: Built and shipped production-grade platforms: the reusable foundations, tools, infrastructure, and workflows that help other teams shift faster and more reliably Taken AI and agentic systems from prototype to production, with a strong understanding of infrastructure, authentication, and observability Delivered on high-stakes consulting engagements across multiple language paradigms, stacks, ecosystems, and client industries Built high-quality, maintainable software collaboratively, incrementally, and through an approach tailored towards the unique needs of the clients you've served Led the development and delivery of production-grade software using a variety of languages and frameworks, including but not limited to: Java, C#/.NET, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Go, Ruby, Scala, R, and SQL Actively experimented with AI development tools and translated that experimentation into faster, higher-quality delivery for your teams A track record of understanding, assessing, and embracing new tooling and trends within the software industry Built or integrated AI/ML features into products and systems, including recommendation engines, NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, RAG pipelines, and agents Successfully led modernisation and replatforming efforts to align legacy systems with short and long-term business needs Led and delivered solutions to architecture-level problems including scalability, security, reliability, performance, maintainability, and observability Facilitated alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders to move initiatives forward through ambiguity and complexity Provided mentorship and team support at scale, while sharing knowledge and improving team practices Collaboratively led stakeholders to balance technical considerations with product and user needs Actively sought out and effectively given feedback What You'll Do At 8th Light As a go-to technologist and strategist within 8th Light, you'll work with a variety of clients, typically one to two in a year, while continuing to deepen your and our collective domain expertise over the course of your career with us. You'll be responsible for: Rapidly building trust with clients, demonstrating technical expertise and understanding of their domain and objectives Driving platform engineering work at the client level, connecting long-term technical vision to what ships Leading platform strategy and delivery across diverse platform types, connecting long-term vision to what ships Working pragmatically to balance technology choices while delivering high-quality work within deadlines Advising clients on architecture, scalability and platform evolution, connecting technical decisions to product and business outcomes Collaborating on systems that involve the full ML lifecycle from data ingestion and preprocessing, to model deployment, integration, and performance monitoring Driving innovation by proactively surfacing new technical approaches and product solutions Leading or initiating formal feedback conversations with teams and clients via retrospectives Clearly articulating and documenting outcomes and driving forward action items Contributing to the health of your team and 8th Light's culture by modeling our Values Designing and managing high-level technical roadmaps for large engagements Building your network and maintaining relationships with clients and other industry leaders within your domain Coaching client engineering teams, transferring knowledge and leveling up practices Influencing client CTOs and executive decisions. Planning and execute technical work that involves stakeholders outside of project boundaries such as across a client's technical organization Partner with account teams on planning, opportunity identification, stakeholder relationships, and pre-sales scope shaping Facilitating retrospectives, strategy sessions, and technical deep-dives to improve team and project outcomes Identifying, mitigating, and resolving blockers to team progress Contributing to 8th Light by serving as a mentor, leading or designing workshops internally or for clients, representing 8th Light in the tech community, or supporting our hiring processes Demonstrating leadership in scalable system design, modular architecture, and platform- or product-oriented development Bringing depth in testing strategies, observability, fault tolerance, and secure engineering practices Applying architectural patterns to evaluate tradeoffs and drive clear, documented design rationale Strongly Preferred Skills We work across many areas, and encourage anyone with the experience listed above to apply. We would particularly like to encourage applicants with experience in the following areas: Platform engineering: building reusable software foundations, internal developer platforms, and infrastructure that other teams build on Data Engineering: including platforms like Databricks for data processing and analytics Delivering production agentic systems, including RAG pipelines, vector search, and agentic frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen, and n8n DevSecOps & DevOps MLOps Infrastructure as Code Building a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace is an ongoing journey, and we're excited to keep learning and growing together. We have a proud tradition of hiring talented colleagues with real-world career experiences. How You'll be Supported At 8th Light, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Their growth, well-being, and success shape our future. Our wellness package is designed with the Whole YOU in mind and includes: A robust L&D programme featuring unlimited access to thousands of books, courses, and expert-led training on the O'Reilly learning platform. Annual financial stipend and time allotment for learning & development Coworking support for our global team 12 weeks of new parent leave available for eligible employees See our full list of Benefits. A Note on Compensation At 8th Light, we are committed to a compensation philosophy that is transparent, fair, and helps us attract and retain top talent in alignment with our company's strategic growth goals and clients' needs. We benchmark our salaries using Geographic Structures to establish competitive pay ranges within the regions where 8th Lights live. Our pay ranges for our Principal Engineer position within London is: £92-818-£116-122 GBP Reach out to for more relevant information pertaining to your local market. 8th Light Hubs and Geographies 8th Light's culture is rooted in strong connections that extend across our teams, regions, and beyond client work. We are a distributed team across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, with hubs in Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle. London Co-working: Employees working from our London hub follow a hybrid model, which includes a minimum of one day per week in our Waterloo Office. This co-working day is designed to encourage collaboration and further strengthen our community.In most cases, our consulting engagements do not require travel. We hope to see you apply! A Note on Your Privacy At 8th Light, one of our core values is Honesty that builds trust - and that shapes how we approach hiring. We want you to have a clear picture of who we are, what we're looking for, and how we handle your information throughout the process. Before submitting your application, please take a moment to review our Global Candidate Privacy Notice. By applying, you acknowledge that you've read it.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with 8th Light to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Principal Engineer Location: Waterloo, London, England, UK Hybrid (1 day per week in office) Who We Are At 8th Light, we bring life to the best ideas. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, we are a technology solutions consultancy that partners with organisations from early-stage startups to the world's largest companies. We take on hard software challenges and turn them into durable results. We build agentic products, the platforms they run on, and the engineering and design at every layer. Our commitment to quality means we deliver solutions we're truly proud of, while our curiosity sparks innovation and breakthrough thinking. 8th Lights thrive in an environment that champions continuous education, fueling our growth through mentorship and hands-on work. We foster an open, collaborative culture grounded in honesty that builds trust, and believe true success is measured by the outcomes we create for our clients. If this kind of work and our kind of people energises you, you've found the right place. Who You Are You've shown long-term repeated success on a variety of projects, typically over the course of 10+ years. You are a trusted expert and leader, often called upon to guide ambiguous initiatives and architect scalable solutions. You bring a blend of deep consulting acumen, technical expertise, and product thinking that drives measurable and impactful outcomes. In your previous experience, you have: Built and shipped production-grade platforms: the reusable foundations, tools, infrastructure, and workflows that help other teams shift faster and more reliably Taken AI and agentic systems from prototype to production, with a strong understanding of infrastructure, authentication, and observability Delivered on high-stakes consulting engagements across multiple language paradigms, stacks, ecosystems, and client industries Built high-quality, maintainable software collaboratively, incrementally, and through an approach tailored towards the unique needs of the clients you've served Led the development and delivery of production-grade software using a variety of languages and frameworks, including but not limited to: Java, C#/.NET, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Go, Ruby, Scala, R, and SQL Actively experimented with AI development tools and translated that experimentation into faster, higher-quality delivery for your teams A track record of understanding, assessing, and embracing new tooling and trends within the software industry Built or integrated AI/ML features into products and systems, including recommendation engines, NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, RAG pipelines, and agents Successfully led modernisation and replatforming efforts to align legacy systems with short and long-term business needs Led and delivered solutions to architecture-level problems including scalability, security, reliability, performance, maintainability, and observability Facilitated alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders to move initiatives forward through ambiguity and complexity Provided mentorship and team support at scale, while sharing knowledge and improving team practices Collaboratively led stakeholders to balance technical considerations with product and user needs Actively sought out and effectively given feedback What You'll Do At 8th Light As a go-to technologist and strategist within 8th Light, you'll work with a variety of clients, typically one to two in a year, while continuing to deepen your and our collective domain expertise over the course of your career with us. You'll be responsible for: Rapidly building trust with clients, demonstrating technical expertise and understanding of their domain and objectives Driving platform engineering work at the client level, connecting long-term technical vision to what ships Leading platform strategy and delivery across diverse platform types, connecting long-term vision to what ships Working pragmatically to balance technology choices while delivering high-quality work within deadlines Advising clients on architecture, scalability and platform evolution, connecting technical decisions to product and business outcomes Collaborating on systems that involve the full ML lifecycle from data ingestion and preprocessing, to model deployment, integration, and performance monitoring Driving innovation by proactively surfacing new technical approaches and product solutions Leading or initiating formal feedback conversations with teams and clients via retrospectives Clearly articulating and documenting outcomes and driving forward action items Contributing to the health of your team and 8th Light's culture by modeling our Values Designing and managing high-level technical roadmaps for large engagements Building your network and maintaining relationships with clients and other industry leaders within your domain Coaching client engineering teams, transferring knowledge and leveling up practices Influencing client CTOs and executive decisions. Planning and execute technical work that involves stakeholders outside of project boundaries such as across a client's technical organization Partner with account teams on planning, opportunity identification, stakeholder relationships, and pre-sales scope shaping Facilitating retrospectives, strategy sessions, and technical deep-dives to improve team and project outcomes Identifying, mitigating, and resolving blockers to team progress Contributing to 8th Light by serving as a mentor, leading or designing workshops internally or for clients, representing 8th Light in the tech community, or supporting our hiring processes Demonstrating leadership in scalable system design, modular architecture, and platform- or product-oriented development Bringing depth in testing strategies, observability, fault tolerance, and secure engineering practices Applying architectural patterns to evaluate tradeoffs and drive clear, documented design rationale Strongly Preferred Skills We work across many areas, and encourage anyone with the experience listed above to apply. We would particularly like to encourage applicants with experience in the following areas: Platform engineering: building reusable software foundations, internal developer platforms, and infrastructure that other teams build on Data Engineering: including platforms like Databricks for data processing and analytics Delivering production agentic systems, including RAG pipelines, vector search, and agentic frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen, and n8n DevSecOps & DevOps MLOps Infrastructure as Code Building a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace is an ongoing journey, and we're excited to keep learning and growing together. We have a proud tradition of hiring talented colleagues with real-world career experiences. How You'll be Supported At 8th Light, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Their growth, well-being, and success shape our future. Our wellness package is designed with the Whole YOU in mind and includes: A robust L&D programme featuring unlimited access to thousands of books, courses, and expert-led training on the O'Reilly learning platform. Annual financial stipend and time allotment for learning & development Coworking support for our global team 12 weeks of new parent leave available for eligible employees See our full list of Benefits. A Note on Compensation At 8th Light, we are committed to a compensation philosophy that is transparent, fair, and helps us attract and retain top talent in alignment with our company's strategic growth goals and clients' needs. We benchmark our salaries using Geographic Structures to establish competitive pay ranges within the regions where 8th Lights live. Our pay ranges for our Principal Engineer position within London is: £92-818-£116-122 GBP Reach out to for more relevant information pertaining to your local market. 8th Light Hubs and Geographies 8th Light's culture is rooted in strong connections that extend across our teams, regions, and beyond client work. We are a distributed team across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, with hubs in Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle. London Co-working: Employees working from our London hub follow a hybrid model, which includes a minimum of one day per week in our Waterloo Office. This co-working day is designed to encourage collaboration and further strengthen our community.In most cases, our consulting engagements do not require travel. We hope to see you apply! A Note on Your Privacy At 8th Light, one of our core values is Honesty that builds trust - and that shapes how we approach hiring. We want you to have a clear picture of who we are, what we're looking for, and how we handle your information throughout the process. Before submitting your application, please take a moment to review our Global Candidate Privacy Notice. By applying, you acknowledge that you've read it.
