Software Manager - Remote (Occasional travel to North Lincolnshire) - Up to £85,000 The Company A Tech specialist who are at the forefront of providing Digital solutions to the Railway & Transportation industry are looking to hire a Software Manager. Due to ongoing growth following a successful SaaS platform that has been rolled out widely across the industry, they are looking to expand their software team. The Opportunity & Role The Software Manager will provide technical leadership, guide architectural and development decisions, manage and mentor the wider team, and translate technical information into clear recommendations for the business. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a well-established software platform that is already delivering tangible value across the UK rail network while helping define the next stage of its evolution. The successful candidate will inherit a capable development team and be given the autonomy to improve processes, establish technical standards, influence architectural decisions and build a longer-term software roadmap. You will work directly with senior leadership, playing a key role in shaping both product strategy and technology direction. For someone who enjoys combining hands-on technical credibility with leadership responsibility, this offers the chance to move beyond day-to-day delivery and have a genuine impact on a growing technology business. The position would suit an individual who can provide strategic insight, technical expertise and leadership required to scale a product that is helping modernise the rail industry. Salary & Package Up to £85,000 p/annum Bonus Working Model & Location Remote working Travel to site 1-2 times per month for core meetings North Lincolnshire based office Essential Criteria Technical background ideally within C#.NET, Azure & Kubernetes Strong managerial experience handling holidays, 1-2-1 s, performance issues, development etc. Good decision maker & able to handle numerous opinions & idea Strong communication & stakeholder management skills Strong planning capability About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Performance coaching, training, and mental fitness. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Software Manager - Remote (Occasional travel to North Lincolnshire) - Up to £85,000 The Company A Tech specialist who are at the forefront of providing Digital solutions to the Railway & Transportation industry are looking to hire a Software Manager. Due to ongoing growth following a successful SaaS platform that has been rolled out widely across the industry, they are looking to expand their software team. The Opportunity & Role The Software Manager will provide technical leadership, guide architectural and development decisions, manage and mentor the wider team, and translate technical information into clear recommendations for the business. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a well-established software platform that is already delivering tangible value across the UK rail network while helping define the next stage of its evolution. The successful candidate will inherit a capable development team and be given the autonomy to improve processes, establish technical standards, influence architectural decisions and build a longer-term software roadmap. You will work directly with senior leadership, playing a key role in shaping both product strategy and technology direction. For someone who enjoys combining hands-on technical credibility with leadership responsibility, this offers the chance to move beyond day-to-day delivery and have a genuine impact on a growing technology business. The position would suit an individual who can provide strategic insight, technical expertise and leadership required to scale a product that is helping modernise the rail industry. Salary & Package Up to £85,000 p/annum Bonus Working Model & Location Remote working Travel to site 1-2 times per month for core meetings North Lincolnshire based office Essential Criteria Technical background ideally within C#.NET, Azure & Kubernetes Strong managerial experience handling holidays, 1-2-1 s, performance issues, development etc. Good decision maker & able to handle numerous opinions & idea Strong communication & stakeholder management skills Strong planning capability About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Performance coaching, training, and mental fitness. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy
My client, a well established MSP, is looking for an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their team. The Role As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will act as a senior technical escalation point within the business. You will diagnose and resolve complex incidents, lead root cause analysis, support and mentor junior engineers, and help design and deliver secure, resilient technology solutions for our clients. The role combines advanced technical support with project delivery and infrastructure consultancy. You will need to move confidently between different client environments, priorities and technologies while maintaining clear documentation and excellent communication. Key Responsibilities Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure, cloud, networking and security incidents. Take ownership of high-priority technical issues through to resolution. Design, plan and deliver infrastructure, cloud, migration and networking projects. Architect and deploy advanced Microsoft cloud, server and network solutions across multiple client sites. Build, migrate, configure and maintain Windows Server environments. Manage Microsoft 365, Entra ID and Microsoft Intune environments. Core Technical Competencies Cloud and Infrastructure Expert knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams. Advanced administration of Microsoft Entra ID, formerly Azure Active Directory. Server and Virtualisation Extensive hands on experience building, migrating, managing and troubleshooting Windows Server infrastructure, including Windows Server 2016 through to Windows Server 2025. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file services and certificate services. Networking and Security Advanced understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching and wireless networking. Strong experience configuring and managing enterprise firewalls, including platforms such as Fortinet, SonicWall or Sophos Automation Strong PowerShell scripting skills. Experience using PowerShell for system administration, mass deployment, reporting and process automation. Backup and Disaster Recovery Experience designing, implementing and troubleshooting business-critical backup and disaster-recovery solutions. Strong working knowledge of platforms such as Veeam and Datto. Understanding of recovery objectives, retention policies, off-site replication and disaster-recovery testing. Ability to investigate failed backups and confidently manage restoration and recovery processes. About You You will have: Substantial experience in a senior infrastructure, third-line support or technical project role. Previous experience working for a managed service provider (MSP) The ability to manage multiple client environments and competing priorities. A structured and methodical approach to troubleshooting. The ability to understand both the immediate technical issue and its underlying cause. Experience delivering technically complex projects from planning through to completion. A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to client sites when required. Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following would be beneficial: Microsoft Azure infrastructure and Azure Virtual Desktop. Microsoft Defender and the wider Microsoft security platform. Autotask, Datto RMM or similar MSP platforms. Cyber Essentials or other recognised security frameworks. Dell or comparable enterprise server and storage technologies. Only relevant candidates will be contacted.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
My client, a well established MSP, is looking for an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to join their team. The Role As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will act as a senior technical escalation point within the business. You will diagnose and resolve complex incidents, lead root cause analysis, support and mentor junior engineers, and help design and deliver secure, resilient technology solutions for our clients. The role combines advanced technical support with project delivery and infrastructure consultancy. You will need to move confidently between different client environments, priorities and technologies while maintaining clear documentation and excellent communication. Key Responsibilities Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure, cloud, networking and security incidents. Take ownership of high-priority technical issues through to resolution. Design, plan and deliver infrastructure, cloud, migration and networking projects. Architect and deploy advanced Microsoft cloud, server and network solutions across multiple client sites. Build, migrate, configure and maintain Windows Server environments. Manage Microsoft 365, Entra ID and Microsoft Intune environments. Core Technical Competencies Cloud and Infrastructure Expert knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams. Advanced administration of Microsoft Entra ID, formerly Azure Active Directory. Server and Virtualisation Extensive hands on experience building, migrating, managing and troubleshooting Windows Server infrastructure, including Windows Server 2016 through to Windows Server 2025. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file services and certificate services. Networking and Security Advanced understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching and wireless networking. Strong experience configuring and managing enterprise firewalls, including platforms such as Fortinet, SonicWall or Sophos Automation Strong PowerShell scripting skills. Experience using PowerShell for system administration, mass deployment, reporting and process automation. Backup and Disaster Recovery Experience designing, implementing and troubleshooting business-critical backup and disaster-recovery solutions. Strong working knowledge of platforms such as Veeam and Datto. Understanding of recovery objectives, retention policies, off-site replication and disaster-recovery testing. Ability to investigate failed backups and confidently manage restoration and recovery processes. About You You will have: Substantial experience in a senior infrastructure, third-line support or technical project role. Previous experience working for a managed service provider (MSP) The ability to manage multiple client environments and competing priorities. A structured and methodical approach to troubleshooting. The ability to understand both the immediate technical issue and its underlying cause. Experience delivering technically complex projects from planning through to completion. A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to client sites when required. Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following would be beneficial: Microsoft Azure infrastructure and Azure Virtual Desktop. Microsoft Defender and the wider Microsoft security platform. Autotask, Datto RMM or similar MSP platforms. Cyber Essentials or other recognised security frameworks. Dell or comparable enterprise server and storage technologies. Only relevant candidates will be contacted.
Role Title: Splunk SIEM Engineer Duration: contract to run until 30/11/2026 Location: Knutsford. Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to 587.33 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary Join us as Splunk SIEM Engineer where you must design, develop and improve software, utilizing various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. Looking for a successful Splunk SIEM Engineer, where one should have experience with: Minimum Qualification - bachelor's degree Multi-Platform SIEM Expertise: Proven experience with Splunk Enterprise Security, Microsoft Sentinel, and SIEM architecture including data models, correlation rules, and administrative functions. Security Operations: Strong analytical skills in threat detection, incident response, and security event analysis with experience in large enterprise environments (10,000+ endpoints). Data Pipeline Management: Hands-on experience with log ingestion, data routing, and transformation using tools like Cribl, plus understanding of data normalisation and parsing in Splunk Enterprise. SOAR & Automation: Experience with Security Orchestration platforms, playbook development, and automated response workflows for incident management. Network Security Fundamentals: Working knowledge of network architectures, firewalls, proxies, and common attack vectors with troubleshooting expertise. Communication & Documentation: Excellent technical writing and communication skills to create runbooks, procedures, and translate complex security concepts for diverse audiences. Some other highly valued skills may include: Cloud Security & Modern Infrastructure: Proficiency with AWS/Azure cloud security, containerized environments, and SaaS-based security solutions. Programming & Scripting: Advanced skills in Python, PowerShell, KQL, SPL, and SQL for automation, custom integrations, and advanced analytics development. Security Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, Splunk Certified Architect, or Microsoft Sentinel Ninja. Extended Security Stack: Experience with EDR, UBA, CASB, CSPM, vulnerability assessment tools, and threat intelligence platforms. Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Chef, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD for automated security tool deployment and configuration management. Compliance & Governance: Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR) and hands-on incident response/forensics experience. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 06, 2026
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Role Title: Splunk SIEM Engineer Duration: contract to run until 30/11/2026 Location: Knutsford. Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to 587.33 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary Join us as Splunk SIEM Engineer where you must design, develop and improve software, utilizing various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. Looking for a successful Splunk SIEM Engineer, where one should have experience with: Minimum Qualification - bachelor's degree Multi-Platform SIEM Expertise: Proven experience with Splunk Enterprise Security, Microsoft Sentinel, and SIEM architecture including data models, correlation rules, and administrative functions. Security Operations: Strong analytical skills in threat detection, incident response, and security event analysis with experience in large enterprise environments (10,000+ endpoints). Data Pipeline Management: Hands-on experience with log ingestion, data routing, and transformation using tools like Cribl, plus understanding of data normalisation and parsing in Splunk Enterprise. SOAR & Automation: Experience with Security Orchestration platforms, playbook development, and automated response workflows for incident management. Network Security Fundamentals: Working knowledge of network architectures, firewalls, proxies, and common attack vectors with troubleshooting expertise. Communication & Documentation: Excellent technical writing and communication skills to create runbooks, procedures, and translate complex security concepts for diverse audiences. Some other highly valued skills may include: Cloud Security & Modern Infrastructure: Proficiency with AWS/Azure cloud security, containerized environments, and SaaS-based security solutions. Programming & Scripting: Advanced skills in Python, PowerShell, KQL, SPL, and SQL for automation, custom integrations, and advanced analytics development. Security Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, Splunk Certified Architect, or Microsoft Sentinel Ninja. Extended Security Stack: Experience with EDR, UBA, CASB, CSPM, vulnerability assessment tools, and threat intelligence platforms. Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Chef, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD for automated security tool deployment and configuration management. Compliance & Governance: Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR) and hands-on incident response/forensics experience. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Description Azure SME Architect We are seeking an experienced Azure SME Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-scale Microsoft Azure solutions. As the Azure Subject Matter Expert, you will provide technical leadership across cloud transformation initiatives, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned to business objectives click apply for full job details
Aug 06, 2026
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Description Azure SME Architect We are seeking an experienced Azure SME Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-scale Microsoft Azure solutions. As the Azure Subject Matter Expert, you will provide technical leadership across cloud transformation initiatives, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned to business objectives click apply for full job details
Technical Onboarding Engineer Location: Kidderminster Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum Job Type : Full-time, Mon-Fri working hours 37.5 hour a week contract. Permanent salary. As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services we have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide our customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. We offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with Greensafe Global, our hardware specialist IT brokerage service. Join our team and help deliver a smooth technical onboarding experience for customers using GreensafeIT s Windows imaging and build services. You ll work with customers to gather requirements, co-ordinate secure connectivity (VPN and server access) and provision onboarding environments using virtual servers. You ll also complete essential networking tasks, create clear onboarding documentation, and support the handover of customers into our BAU delivery teams. This is a hands-on technical role where you ll collaborate with customers, third parties, and senior engineers, handling setup and configuration while escalating more complex architecture or security decisions when needed. Key Responsibilities: Support the end-to-end technical onboarding of customers into GreensafeIT Windows imaging and build services, ensuring a smooth and structured setup process. Work with customers to gather, document, and validate technical requirements needed to successfully onboard their environments. Co-ordinate secure connectivity between customer environments and GreensafeIT, including arranging VPN access and server connectivity with customers and relevant third parties. Provision and configure customer onboarding environments, including the creation and setup of virtual servers required for service delivery. Carry out basic networking and connectivity tasks to enable secure communication between customer servers, VPN connections, and GreensafeIT infrastructure. Produce and maintain clear technical onboarding documentation, including environment configuration details and setup procedures. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure onboarding activities are completed efficiently and aligned with operational standards. Support the transition of newly onboarded customers into Business-as-Usual (BAU) delivery teams once onboarding is complete. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during onboarding, coordinating with relevant stakeholders where required. Escalate complex technical, architecture, or security decisions to senior engineers while ensuring progress continues within onboarding activities. Competencies & Behaviours: Hands-on experience creating and configuring virtual server environments using platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, AWS, or similar technologies aligned to enterprise infrastructure. Working knowledge of Windows Server administration, including installation, patching, user access management, permissions, and core service configuration. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, subnets, DNS, routing, gateways, ports, VPN connectivity, and certificate usage in practical environments. Familiarity with Windows device imaging and build processes, with exposure to tools such as MDT, SCCM, Autopilot, or Intune, including driver management and application packaging. Understanding of security best practices and system hardening principles, including least privilege access, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and audit or compliance controls. Experience using IT service management (ITSM) platforms for incident and request management, change control, and maintaining technical documentation or runbooks. Basic knowledge of PowerShell scripting or automation (desirable), with an interest in improving efficiency through scripting or tooling. Strong documentation skills with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring onboarding processes and environment configurations are accurately recorded. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently with customers, third parties, and internal technical teams. Highly organised and process-driven, able to manage multiple onboarding activities simultaneously while maintaining quality, accountability, and a strong customer focus. Benefits: Staff discount online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Green Safe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Technical Onboarding Engineer Location: Kidderminster Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum Job Type : Full-time, Mon-Fri working hours 37.5 hour a week contract. Permanent salary. As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services we have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide our customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. We offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with Greensafe Global, our hardware specialist IT brokerage service. Join our team and help deliver a smooth technical onboarding experience for customers using GreensafeIT s Windows imaging and build services. You ll work with customers to gather requirements, co-ordinate secure connectivity (VPN and server access) and provision onboarding environments using virtual servers. You ll also complete essential networking tasks, create clear onboarding documentation, and support the handover of customers into our BAU delivery teams. This is a hands-on technical role where you ll collaborate with customers, third parties, and senior engineers, handling setup and configuration while escalating more complex architecture or security decisions when needed. Key Responsibilities: Support the end-to-end technical onboarding of customers into GreensafeIT Windows imaging and build services, ensuring a smooth and structured setup process. Work with customers to gather, document, and validate technical requirements needed to successfully onboard their environments. Co-ordinate secure connectivity between customer environments and GreensafeIT, including arranging VPN access and server connectivity with customers and relevant third parties. Provision and configure customer onboarding environments, including the creation and setup of virtual servers required for service delivery. Carry out basic networking and connectivity tasks to enable secure communication between customer servers, VPN connections, and GreensafeIT infrastructure. Produce and maintain clear technical onboarding documentation, including environment configuration details and setup procedures. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure onboarding activities are completed efficiently and aligned with operational standards. Support the transition of newly onboarded customers into Business-as-Usual (BAU) delivery teams once onboarding is complete. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during onboarding, coordinating with relevant stakeholders where required. Escalate complex technical, architecture, or security decisions to senior engineers while ensuring progress continues within onboarding activities. Competencies & Behaviours: Hands-on experience creating and configuring virtual server environments using platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, AWS, or similar technologies aligned to enterprise infrastructure. Working knowledge of Windows Server administration, including installation, patching, user access management, permissions, and core service configuration. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, subnets, DNS, routing, gateways, ports, VPN connectivity, and certificate usage in practical environments. Familiarity with Windows device imaging and build processes, with exposure to tools such as MDT, SCCM, Autopilot, or Intune, including driver management and application packaging. Understanding of security best practices and system hardening principles, including least privilege access, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and audit or compliance controls. Experience using IT service management (ITSM) platforms for incident and request management, change control, and maintaining technical documentation or runbooks. Basic knowledge of PowerShell scripting or automation (desirable), with an interest in improving efficiency through scripting or tooling. Strong documentation skills with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring onboarding processes and environment configurations are accurately recorded. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently with customers, third parties, and internal technical teams. Highly organised and process-driven, able to manage multiple onboarding activities simultaneously while maintaining quality, accountability, and a strong customer focus. Benefits: Staff discount online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Green Safe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.
Senior Release, Platform & Environment Manager 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 530 per day Hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite - either London, Birmingham or Glasgow Must be eligible for Security Clearance The role will assess the current non-production environment estate, establish a clear view of environment status and dependencies, improve environment, release and configuration-management processes, and develop practical recommendations and a phased improvement roadmap. Key responsibilities Review existing engagement documentation, findings and work completed to date. Rapidly establish the status of the client's non-production environments. Validate the environment inventory across the in-scope platforms and applications. Identify environment ownership, purpose, availability, current usage and dependencies. Review existing release-management and deployment processes. Assess routes to live across development, system testing, UAT, pre-production and production. Facilitate workshops with platform leads, architects, DevOps teams, release managers, test managers, value streams and third parties. Capture environment requirements for development, functional testing, integration testing, UAT and performance testing. Review the current DevOps, CI/CD and deployment-tooling landscape. Identify manual environment and deployment activities that could be automated. Essential experience Extensive experience in enterprise environment management, release management, deployment management or platform operations. Proven experience assessing complex environment estates and establishing their current operational status. Experience restoring, stabilising or improving non-production environments. Strong experience coordinating releases and deployments across multiple applications, projects and technical teams. Experience developing and maintaining environment and release calendars. Strong understanding of routes to live across development, testing, UAT, pre-production and production. Experience defining and embedding practical release, deployment and environment-management processes. Strong understanding of software configuration management, version control and deployment artefact management. Experience managing configuration baselines, environment-specific settings and configuration drift. Experience working with third-party software vendors and managed-service providers. Experience defining operational runbooks, support procedures and stakeholder communications. Working knowledge of Azure, cloud platforms, DevOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Git-based source control and automated build and deployment tooling. Desirable experience Familiarity with Plutora, ServiceNow, BMC Helix or similar IT service-management tooling. Experience improving CMDB quality and configuration-management processes. Experience managing product upgrades, platform re-establishment or vendor-supported software installations. ITIL or relevant release, environment, configuration or DevOps certification. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Aug 06, 2026
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Senior Release, Platform & Environment Manager 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 530 per day Hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite - either London, Birmingham or Glasgow Must be eligible for Security Clearance The role will assess the current non-production environment estate, establish a clear view of environment status and dependencies, improve environment, release and configuration-management processes, and develop practical recommendations and a phased improvement roadmap. Key responsibilities Review existing engagement documentation, findings and work completed to date. Rapidly establish the status of the client's non-production environments. Validate the environment inventory across the in-scope platforms and applications. Identify environment ownership, purpose, availability, current usage and dependencies. Review existing release-management and deployment processes. Assess routes to live across development, system testing, UAT, pre-production and production. Facilitate workshops with platform leads, architects, DevOps teams, release managers, test managers, value streams and third parties. Capture environment requirements for development, functional testing, integration testing, UAT and performance testing. Review the current DevOps, CI/CD and deployment-tooling landscape. Identify manual environment and deployment activities that could be automated. Essential experience Extensive experience in enterprise environment management, release management, deployment management or platform operations. Proven experience assessing complex environment estates and establishing their current operational status. Experience restoring, stabilising or improving non-production environments. Strong experience coordinating releases and deployments across multiple applications, projects and technical teams. Experience developing and maintaining environment and release calendars. Strong understanding of routes to live across development, testing, UAT, pre-production and production. Experience defining and embedding practical release, deployment and environment-management processes. Strong understanding of software configuration management, version control and deployment artefact management. Experience managing configuration baselines, environment-specific settings and configuration drift. Experience working with third-party software vendors and managed-service providers. Experience defining operational runbooks, support procedures and stakeholder communications. Working knowledge of Azure, cloud platforms, DevOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Git-based source control and automated build and deployment tooling. Desirable experience Familiarity with Plutora, ServiceNow, BMC Helix or similar IT service-management tooling. Experience improving CMDB quality and configuration-management processes. Experience managing product upgrades, platform re-establishment or vendor-supported software installations. ITIL or relevant release, environment, configuration or DevOps certification. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
We're looking for an experienced Data Platform Engineer to join a major transformation programme within a large enterprise technology environment. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development, operation and optimisation of a modern cloud-based data platform, supporting critical business initiatives and delivering scalable data capabilities. The Role As a Data Platform Engineer, you'll work alongside Data Architects, Data Engineers and other technical specialists to support the ongoing evolution of a cloud data platform built on Microsoft technologies. You'll be responsible for ensuring platform reliability, performance and scalability while contributing to the delivery of strategic data projects. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain and optimise cloud data platform capabilities Manage platform performance, capacity and availability Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve platform incidents and service issues Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventative measures Support the delivery of scalable data solutions across Azure and Microsoft Fabric Implement Platform as Code and DataOps best practices Monitor platform health and respond proactively to operational issues Support analytical workloads and business adoption through Power BI Collaborate closely with engineering, architecture and platform teams Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, standards and procedures Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in a Data Platform Engineer, Cloud Engineer or similar role Strong experience supporting and operating cloud-based data platforms Commercial experience with Microsoft Fabric and/or Azure data services SQL Server administration and management experience Experience handling incidents, problem management and change requests within SLA-driven environments Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Ability to work effectively in complex and fast-paced environments Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable GitHub and GitHub Actions Terraform and Infrastructure/Platform as Code Cloud monitoring and observability tooling Alerting and operational monitoring platforms Cloud cost management and optimisation Zero Trust architecture experience Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 06, 2026
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We're looking for an experienced Data Platform Engineer to join a major transformation programme within a large enterprise technology environment. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development, operation and optimisation of a modern cloud-based data platform, supporting critical business initiatives and delivering scalable data capabilities. The Role As a Data Platform Engineer, you'll work alongside Data Architects, Data Engineers and other technical specialists to support the ongoing evolution of a cloud data platform built on Microsoft technologies. You'll be responsible for ensuring platform reliability, performance and scalability while contributing to the delivery of strategic data projects. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain and optimise cloud data platform capabilities Manage platform performance, capacity and availability Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve platform incidents and service issues Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventative measures Support the delivery of scalable data solutions across Azure and Microsoft Fabric Implement Platform as Code and DataOps best practices Monitor platform health and respond proactively to operational issues Support analytical workloads and business adoption through Power BI Collaborate closely with engineering, architecture and platform teams Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, standards and procedures Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in a Data Platform Engineer, Cloud Engineer or similar role Strong experience supporting and operating cloud-based data platforms Commercial experience with Microsoft Fabric and/or Azure data services SQL Server administration and management experience Experience handling incidents, problem management and change requests within SLA-driven environments Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Ability to work effectively in complex and fast-paced environments Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable GitHub and GitHub Actions Terraform and Infrastructure/Platform as Code Cloud monitoring and observability tooling Alerting and operational monitoring platforms Cloud cost management and optimisation Zero Trust architecture experience 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)
Lead Technical Architect - Azure Cloud Migration Location: Remote (UK) Rate: 737 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: Initial 3-month contract with potential extension Clearance: BPSS An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Technical Architect to join a high-profile programme supporting NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) on the migration of a critical national infrastructure application to Microsoft Azure. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across discovery, design assurance, and migration delivery, ensuring a secure, resilient, and operationally ready cloud solution. Working alongside senior stakeholders, Microsoft specialists, delivery teams, and third-party suppliers, you will act as the technical design authority throughout the cloud migration lifecycle. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience leading large-scale Azure cloud migration programmes. Proven background as a Lead Technical Architect within complex enterprise environments. Experience operating at SFIA Level 6/7. Ability to provide technical governance across multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior client stakeholders and hyperscale cloud providers. Strong expertise across: Microsoft Azure Architecture Enterprise Networking Identity & Access Management (IAM) Security Architecture Backup & Recovery Disaster Recovery Business Continuity Planning Desirable Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect certification. TOGAF certification. Experience migrating applications from on-premises environments to Azure. Knowledge of service transition and operational support model design. Key Responsibilities Lead technical governance and architecture assurance throughout the migration programme. Review and validate target Azure architecture and landing zone design. Oversee security, resilience, compliance, and disaster recovery requirements. Assess technical risks, dependencies, and migration approaches. Support migration planning, implementation, cutover activities, and service transition. Facilitate architecture workshops and governance forums. Act as the primary technical interface between NHSBT, Microsoft, project teams, and third-party suppliers. What You'll Get in Return Opportunity to work on a nationally significant cloud transformation programme. Fully remote engagement. Competitive daily rate of 737 per day Outside IR35. Exposure to complex Azure architecture and Critical National Infrastructure environments. Collaborative working with senior technical and business stakeholders. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact the Hays Technology team for a confidential discussion about your next career move. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 06, 2026
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Lead Technical Architect - Azure Cloud Migration Location: Remote (UK) Rate: 737 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: Initial 3-month contract with potential extension Clearance: BPSS An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Technical Architect to join a high-profile programme supporting NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) on the migration of a critical national infrastructure application to Microsoft Azure. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across discovery, design assurance, and migration delivery, ensuring a secure, resilient, and operationally ready cloud solution. Working alongside senior stakeholders, Microsoft specialists, delivery teams, and third-party suppliers, you will act as the technical design authority throughout the cloud migration lifecycle. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience leading large-scale Azure cloud migration programmes. Proven background as a Lead Technical Architect within complex enterprise environments. Experience operating at SFIA Level 6/7. Ability to provide technical governance across multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior client stakeholders and hyperscale cloud providers. Strong expertise across: Microsoft Azure Architecture Enterprise Networking Identity & Access Management (IAM) Security Architecture Backup & Recovery Disaster Recovery Business Continuity Planning Desirable Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect certification. TOGAF certification. Experience migrating applications from on-premises environments to Azure. Knowledge of service transition and operational support model design. Key Responsibilities Lead technical governance and architecture assurance throughout the migration programme. Review and validate target Azure architecture and landing zone design. Oversee security, resilience, compliance, and disaster recovery requirements. Assess technical risks, dependencies, and migration approaches. Support migration planning, implementation, cutover activities, and service transition. Facilitate architecture workshops and governance forums. Act as the primary technical interface between NHSBT, Microsoft, project teams, and third-party suppliers. What You'll Get in Return Opportunity to work on a nationally significant cloud transformation programme. Fully remote engagement. Competitive daily rate of 737 per day Outside IR35. Exposure to complex Azure architecture and Critical National Infrastructure environments. Collaborative working with senior technical and business stakeholders. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact the Hays Technology team for a confidential discussion about your next career move. 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)
Cyber Security Manager / InfoSec Manager Location Bedord / Hybrid 1-2 days a Week in the office Salary > 75k We're looking for an experienced Information Security Manager (Network / Infrastucture) with a strong technical background in network security, infrastructure security and cyber security. This role would suit someone who has progressed from a technical infrastructure or security engineering position into Information Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) or Security Assurance. Working closely with Infrastructure, IT Operations and Engineering teams, you'll help ensure security is embedded across networks, servers, cloud environments and business systems. You'll provide technical guidance on security architecture, vulnerability management, secure configuration, patching, identity and access management, firewalls, endpoint security and infrastructure hardening, while also leading information security governance, risk management and compliance activities. You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving the Information Security Management System (ISMS), supporting ISO 27001 certification, managing security audits, supplier assurance, security incidents and business continuity planning. You'll also work with technical teams to assess vulnerabilities, review penetration testing results, oversee remediation activities and ensure security controls are implemented effectively across on-premise and cloud infrastructure. To be successful, you'll have previous experience in Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Engineering, Systems Engineering or Infrastructure Engineering before moving into an Information Security or Cyber Security Management role. You'll have a strong understanding of firewalls, switches, routing, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure, endpoint security, vulnerability management, security monitoring, networking principles and infrastructure hardening, alongside experience with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), security audits and information security frameworks. Key skills: Information Security Manager, Cyber Security Manager, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Cyber Security, ISO 27001, ISMS, Azure Security, Microsoft 365 Security, Active Directory, Firewalls, Network Infrastructure, Vulnerability Management, Patch Management, Endpoint Security, Security Operations, Governance, Risk & Compliance, GRC, Security Assurance, Security Audits, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Incident Response, Cyber Essentials.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Cyber Security Manager / InfoSec Manager Location Bedord / Hybrid 1-2 days a Week in the office Salary > 75k We're looking for an experienced Information Security Manager (Network / Infrastucture) with a strong technical background in network security, infrastructure security and cyber security. This role would suit someone who has progressed from a technical infrastructure or security engineering position into Information Security, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) or Security Assurance. Working closely with Infrastructure, IT Operations and Engineering teams, you'll help ensure security is embedded across networks, servers, cloud environments and business systems. You'll provide technical guidance on security architecture, vulnerability management, secure configuration, patching, identity and access management, firewalls, endpoint security and infrastructure hardening, while also leading information security governance, risk management and compliance activities. You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving the Information Security Management System (ISMS), supporting ISO 27001 certification, managing security audits, supplier assurance, security incidents and business continuity planning. You'll also work with technical teams to assess vulnerabilities, review penetration testing results, oversee remediation activities and ensure security controls are implemented effectively across on-premise and cloud infrastructure. To be successful, you'll have previous experience in Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Engineering, Systems Engineering or Infrastructure Engineering before moving into an Information Security or Cyber Security Management role. You'll have a strong understanding of firewalls, switches, routing, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Azure, endpoint security, vulnerability management, security monitoring, networking principles and infrastructure hardening, alongside experience with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), security audits and information security frameworks. Key skills: Information Security Manager, Cyber Security Manager, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Cyber Security, ISO 27001, ISMS, Azure Security, Microsoft 365 Security, Active Directory, Firewalls, Network Infrastructure, Vulnerability Management, Patch Management, Endpoint Security, Security Operations, Governance, Risk & Compliance, GRC, Security Assurance, Security Audits, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Incident Response, Cyber Essentials.
Technical Delivery Manager - Security / WIZ Remote (UK) 6-Month Rolling Contract Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Code Security Technical Delivery Manager to lead the rollout and adoption of a strategic code security platform across a large-scale telecommunications environment. This is a delivery-focused role that will see you working closely with Security, Engineering, DevOps, and Architecture teams to drive the successful implementation of cloud and code security capabilities across multiple development teams and markets. Key Responsibilities Lead the deployment, rollout, and adoption of a code security platform across the organisation. Drive onboarding of development teams and local business units. Work with Engineering, DevOps, and Security stakeholders to integrate security into developer workflows. Support integration with GitHub, GitLab, and Azure DevOps environments. Ensure security controls are embedded within CI/CD pipelines. Manage programme delivery, risks, issues, and dependencies. Track adoption, engagement, and delivery milestones. Coordinate stakeholders across multiple teams and locations. Support prioritisation and planning for future onboarding activities. Essential Experience 5+ years' experience within Cloud Security, Code Security, or DevSecOps environments. Proven experience delivering large-scale security or technology rollouts. Strong understanding of cloud security principles and secure software development. Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with: GitHub GitLab Azure DevOps (ADO) Jira Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience managing risks, dependencies, and delivery plans. Knowledge of Wiz or similar platforms such as Snyk, Prisma Cloud, Checkmarx, Veracode, or Lacework would be highly beneficial. Mandatory Requirement Telecommunications industry experience is essential. Candidates must have previous experience working within a Telco environment and be comfortable operating within complex, large-scale technology organisations. Suitable Backgrounds Technical Delivery Manager Security Delivery Manager DevSecOps Manager Cloud Security Manager Security Programme Manager Application Security Lead Cloud Security Architect This is an excellent opportunity to join a major transformation programme, driving the adoption of cloud and code security capabilities within a large telecommunications organisation on a fully remote, Outside IR35 contract basis. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 06, 2026
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Technical Delivery Manager - Security / WIZ Remote (UK) 6-Month Rolling Contract Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Code Security Technical Delivery Manager to lead the rollout and adoption of a strategic code security platform across a large-scale telecommunications environment. This is a delivery-focused role that will see you working closely with Security, Engineering, DevOps, and Architecture teams to drive the successful implementation of cloud and code security capabilities across multiple development teams and markets. Key Responsibilities Lead the deployment, rollout, and adoption of a code security platform across the organisation. Drive onboarding of development teams and local business units. Work with Engineering, DevOps, and Security stakeholders to integrate security into developer workflows. Support integration with GitHub, GitLab, and Azure DevOps environments. Ensure security controls are embedded within CI/CD pipelines. Manage programme delivery, risks, issues, and dependencies. Track adoption, engagement, and delivery milestones. Coordinate stakeholders across multiple teams and locations. Support prioritisation and planning for future onboarding activities. Essential Experience 5+ years' experience within Cloud Security, Code Security, or DevSecOps environments. Proven experience delivering large-scale security or technology rollouts. Strong understanding of cloud security principles and secure software development. Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with: GitHub GitLab Azure DevOps (ADO) Jira Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience managing risks, dependencies, and delivery plans. Knowledge of Wiz or similar platforms such as Snyk, Prisma Cloud, Checkmarx, Veracode, or Lacework would be highly beneficial. Mandatory Requirement Telecommunications industry experience is essential. Candidates must have previous experience working within a Telco environment and be comfortable operating within complex, large-scale technology organisations. Suitable Backgrounds Technical Delivery Manager Security Delivery Manager DevSecOps Manager Cloud Security Manager Security Programme Manager Application Security Lead Cloud Security Architect This is an excellent opportunity to join a major transformation programme, driving the adoption of cloud and code security capabilities within a large telecommunications organisation on a fully remote, Outside IR35 contract basis. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Lead Technical Architect Location: Primarily Remote (occasional travel to Bristol, Manchester or London) Duration: ASAP - 31st Dec Our Client is hiring for a reputed client to provide technical leadership across the discovery and migration of a critical NHS Blood and Transplant application to Microsoft Azure. This is a short-term project (3-4 months, starting 7 September), where your architectural governance will directly help enable a safe, resilient cloud move within a highly regulated environment. What you'll be doing: Lead technical assurance from discovery through migration completion and service transition Validate the current "as-is" architecture, including application, infrastructure, network, security and operational dependencies Define and assure the target Azure architecture, including landing zone alignment and key platform components Govern technical decisions and risks across NHSBT, Microsoft, and delivery teams Oversee security, resilience, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity requirements Review migration approaches, sequencing, runbooks, readiness criteria, and escalation blockers Support operational readiness and final technical acceptance/sign-off recommendations What you'll bring: Extensive experience delivering Azure cloud migration programmes, confidently operating at SFIA 6/7 level Proven track record as a Lead Technical Architect on complex enterprise transformation work Strong understanding of Azure architecture, networking, identity/access management, security, backup/recovery and disaster recovery Ability to act as a credible technical design authority with senior stakeholders, including a hyperscaler partner Experience governing technical delivery across multiple stakeholder groups Additional information: Security Clearance: BPSS needed If you're an architect who thrives on governance, clarity and real-world delivery in mission-critical environments, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 06, 2026
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Lead Technical Architect Location: Primarily Remote (occasional travel to Bristol, Manchester or London) Duration: ASAP - 31st Dec Our Client is hiring for a reputed client to provide technical leadership across the discovery and migration of a critical NHS Blood and Transplant application to Microsoft Azure. This is a short-term project (3-4 months, starting 7 September), where your architectural governance will directly help enable a safe, resilient cloud move within a highly regulated environment. What you'll be doing: Lead technical assurance from discovery through migration completion and service transition Validate the current "as-is" architecture, including application, infrastructure, network, security and operational dependencies Define and assure the target Azure architecture, including landing zone alignment and key platform components Govern technical decisions and risks across NHSBT, Microsoft, and delivery teams Oversee security, resilience, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity requirements Review migration approaches, sequencing, runbooks, readiness criteria, and escalation blockers Support operational readiness and final technical acceptance/sign-off recommendations What you'll bring: Extensive experience delivering Azure cloud migration programmes, confidently operating at SFIA 6/7 level Proven track record as a Lead Technical Architect on complex enterprise transformation work Strong understanding of Azure architecture, networking, identity/access management, security, backup/recovery and disaster recovery Ability to act as a credible technical design authority with senior stakeholders, including a hyperscaler partner Experience governing technical delivery across multiple stakeholder groups Additional information: Security Clearance: BPSS needed If you're an architect who thrives on governance, clarity and real-world delivery in mission-critical environments, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Technical Product Manager - Asset Data Warwick (Hybrid - 1 day per week on-site) Initial 6-Month Contract We're recruiting for an experienced Technical Product Manager to join the Asset Data Domain within the Chief Data Office (CDO), part of the IT & Digital function of a major UK critical infrastructure organisation. This is an opportunity to shape enterprise data and analytics products that support engineering, asset management and strategic decision-making across one of the UK's largest asset portfolios. What You'll Be Doing You'll own the vision, roadmap and delivery of enterprise data products, working closely with business leaders, engineering teams and technology specialists to deliver solutions that improve asset performance and decision-making. Key programmes include: Developing data and analytics products that support asset risk management with the Group Engineering function. Shaping how Operational Technology (OT) data is utilised to unlock greater operational insight and business value. Defining product roadmaps, investment priorities, business cases and delivery plans. Working with Technical Leads and Programme Managers to shape product strategy, resource requirements and successful delivery. Leading stakeholder engagement across engineering, asset management, data and IT. About You You'll be an experienced Technical Product Manager (or Data Product Manager/Product Owner) with experience delivering enterprise digital or data products within complex organisations. You'll have: Strong Technical Product Management experience. Knowledge of asset management and the asset lifecycle within an asset-intensive industry. Experience developing product roadmaps, managing backlogs and translating business requirements into product outcomes. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior business leaders and technical teams. A collaborative approach and the confidence to operate across business and technology functions. Technical Knowledge This isn't a hands-on technical role, but you'll be comfortable engaging with architects and engineering teams. Experience or familiarity with the following is highly desirable: Microsoft Azure Snowflake Cloud and hyperscale platforms Data products, analytics and AI-enabled solutions Operational Technology (OT) data Enterprise data architecture and governance Why Apply? Strategic product ownership within the Chief Data Office. Opportunity to shape enterprise data and analytics products supporting critical infrastructure. Work across high-profile programmes focused on asset risk, engineering data and digital transformation. Predominantly remote working with one day per week in Warwick. Initial six-month contract with the opportunity to make a significant impact on enterprise data capabilities. TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Aug 06, 2026
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Technical Product Manager - Asset Data Warwick (Hybrid - 1 day per week on-site) Initial 6-Month Contract We're recruiting for an experienced Technical Product Manager to join the Asset Data Domain within the Chief Data Office (CDO), part of the IT & Digital function of a major UK critical infrastructure organisation. This is an opportunity to shape enterprise data and analytics products that support engineering, asset management and strategic decision-making across one of the UK's largest asset portfolios. What You'll Be Doing You'll own the vision, roadmap and delivery of enterprise data products, working closely with business leaders, engineering teams and technology specialists to deliver solutions that improve asset performance and decision-making. Key programmes include: Developing data and analytics products that support asset risk management with the Group Engineering function. Shaping how Operational Technology (OT) data is utilised to unlock greater operational insight and business value. Defining product roadmaps, investment priorities, business cases and delivery plans. Working with Technical Leads and Programme Managers to shape product strategy, resource requirements and successful delivery. Leading stakeholder engagement across engineering, asset management, data and IT. About You You'll be an experienced Technical Product Manager (or Data Product Manager/Product Owner) with experience delivering enterprise digital or data products within complex organisations. You'll have: Strong Technical Product Management experience. Knowledge of asset management and the asset lifecycle within an asset-intensive industry. Experience developing product roadmaps, managing backlogs and translating business requirements into product outcomes. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior business leaders and technical teams. A collaborative approach and the confidence to operate across business and technology functions. Technical Knowledge This isn't a hands-on technical role, but you'll be comfortable engaging with architects and engineering teams. Experience or familiarity with the following is highly desirable: Microsoft Azure Snowflake Cloud and hyperscale platforms Data products, analytics and AI-enabled solutions Operational Technology (OT) data Enterprise data architecture and governance Why Apply? Strategic product ownership within the Chief Data Office. Opportunity to shape enterprise data and analytics products supporting critical infrastructure. Work across high-profile programmes focused on asset risk, engineering data and digital transformation. Predominantly remote working with one day per week in Warwick. Initial six-month contract with the opportunity to make a significant impact on enterprise data capabilities. TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Location; Slough (Hybrid 2 days office, 3 days home) We are working with a fast-growing B2B SaaS business operating within the parts and inventory management sector, serving major names in food manufacturing and automotive engineering. The business operates in a collaborative, hands-on environment, with a strong focus on reliability, security and scaling a proven, enterprise-ready platform. This is a genuinely hands-on leadership role covering architecture, development, integrations, security and operations. You'll work alongside two developers, one focused on full stack delivery and one focused on AI and machine learning features, while still writing code yourself, owning the Azure DevOps and AKS infrastructure, and setting the technical direction as the business works towards ISO 27001 certification. The role is based in Slough, with two days a week in the office and the rest working from home. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on technical leader looking for genuine ownership and a clear route to CTO as the team and business grow. It would suit an IT Manager with a software development background, or a lead engineer with strong front-end skills and coaching experience who is ready to step up into architecture and people leadership. Responsibilities of a Head of Engineering: Own and evolve the platform architecture across a multi-tenant SaaS environment, balancing day-to-day reliability with long-term scalability Stay hands-on across the full stack, contributing to front end, back end, APIs and infrastructure Lead, mentor and grow a small team of senior developers, setting engineering standards and building a culture of ownership Manage the Azure DevOps and AKS estate, including CI/CD pipelines, environment management and cost optimisation Lead the design and delivery of integrations with customer systems such as CMMS, ERP and SharePoint Drive security posture across infrastructure, code and process, supporting ISO 27001 certification Oversee day-to-day platform operations, including uptime, incident response and performance Skills & Qualifications of a Head of Engineering: Strong hands-on full stack development experience across .NET, JavaScript and React Deep expertise in Azure DevOps and AKS, including CI/CD pipelines and production Kubernetes operations Experience owning the architecture of a production SaaS platform, ideally multi-tenant A background in DevOps and security, with exposure to ISO 27001 or similar compliance frameworks Experience leading or mentoring developers; exposure to supply chain, procurement or inventory systems is a plus The benefits of Head of Engineering; £90,000 - £110,000 salary, dependent on experience Hybrid working two days a week from the Slough office, the rest from home A genuine pathway to CTO as the business and team continue to grow Direct influence over technical strategy, working closely with the founder Company performance-related financial incentives Join a business with proven traction, enterprise customers and strong product-market fit A small, low-bureaucracy team where decisions are made quickly If you feel this Head of Engineering role is right for you, please contact Becky Prince or Emma Devereux at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply. Maintech Recruitment Engineering Great Careers Maintech Recruitment are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, religion, belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Please note by applying for this role your data will be processed and stored in line with our privacy policy, full details of which are held on our website, and a copy can be provided if you wish.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Location; Slough (Hybrid 2 days office, 3 days home) We are working with a fast-growing B2B SaaS business operating within the parts and inventory management sector, serving major names in food manufacturing and automotive engineering. The business operates in a collaborative, hands-on environment, with a strong focus on reliability, security and scaling a proven, enterprise-ready platform. This is a genuinely hands-on leadership role covering architecture, development, integrations, security and operations. You'll work alongside two developers, one focused on full stack delivery and one focused on AI and machine learning features, while still writing code yourself, owning the Azure DevOps and AKS infrastructure, and setting the technical direction as the business works towards ISO 27001 certification. The role is based in Slough, with two days a week in the office and the rest working from home. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on technical leader looking for genuine ownership and a clear route to CTO as the team and business grow. It would suit an IT Manager with a software development background, or a lead engineer with strong front-end skills and coaching experience who is ready to step up into architecture and people leadership. Responsibilities of a Head of Engineering: Own and evolve the platform architecture across a multi-tenant SaaS environment, balancing day-to-day reliability with long-term scalability Stay hands-on across the full stack, contributing to front end, back end, APIs and infrastructure Lead, mentor and grow a small team of senior developers, setting engineering standards and building a culture of ownership Manage the Azure DevOps and AKS estate, including CI/CD pipelines, environment management and cost optimisation Lead the design and delivery of integrations with customer systems such as CMMS, ERP and SharePoint Drive security posture across infrastructure, code and process, supporting ISO 27001 certification Oversee day-to-day platform operations, including uptime, incident response and performance Skills & Qualifications of a Head of Engineering: Strong hands-on full stack development experience across .NET, JavaScript and React Deep expertise in Azure DevOps and AKS, including CI/CD pipelines and production Kubernetes operations Experience owning the architecture of a production SaaS platform, ideally multi-tenant A background in DevOps and security, with exposure to ISO 27001 or similar compliance frameworks Experience leading or mentoring developers; exposure to supply chain, procurement or inventory systems is a plus The benefits of Head of Engineering; £90,000 - £110,000 salary, dependent on experience Hybrid working two days a week from the Slough office, the rest from home A genuine pathway to CTO as the business and team continue to grow Direct influence over technical strategy, working closely with the founder Company performance-related financial incentives Join a business with proven traction, enterprise customers and strong product-market fit A small, low-bureaucracy team where decisions are made quickly If you feel this Head of Engineering role is right for you, please contact Becky Prince or Emma Devereux at Maintech Recruitment for more information or click apply. Maintech Recruitment Engineering Great Careers Maintech Recruitment are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, religion, belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Please note by applying for this role your data will be processed and stored in line with our privacy policy, full details of which are held on our website, and a copy can be provided if you wish.
Lead Integration Developer Would you like to be part of Vital Energi s Strategy of Growth? If so, we re looking for a talented Lead Integration Developer to join our dynamic team at our Head Office in Blackburn with support to sites. The Role Due to Vital Energi's continued growth, we are looking for a Lead Integration Developer to lead the design, development and delivery of enterprise integration solutions that enable secure, scalable and reliable connectivity across business applications, data platforms and external systems. Define integration architecture, standards and governance practices that support operational efficiency, data-driven decision making and the organisation's digital transformation strategy. Drawing on strong technical leadership, the role is responsible for ensuring integration solutions are resilient, maintainable and aligned with business objectives. The Company Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster. With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi. A few key responsibilities Solution Design & Architecture: Define integration architecture, standards, patterns and best practices. Design scalable, resilient and secure integration solutions aligned to business and technical requirements. Develop integration roadmaps that support future business growth. System Integration: Integrate businesscritical systems using APIs, REST services, ETL processes, event-driven architectures and middleware technologies. Work with application owners and business stakeholders to ensure seamless data exchange across platforms Governance & standards Establish and maintain integration governance, documentation and development standards. Define approaches for data mapping, transformation, monitoring, error handling and exception management. Performance and reliability: Monitor and optimise integration performance, throughput and scalability. Identify and resolve bottlenecks across integration processes and data flows. Vendor and platform Management: Evaluate integration technologies and thirdparty solutions. Manage relationships with integration vendors and platform providers where required. Education & Experience: Strong understanding of integration architecture principals and enterprise integration patterns Experience designing API-led Service and oriented integrations Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP and associated integration services Understanding of data modelling, data governance and data quality principals Implementing integration solutions using authentication, authorisation and encryption techniques Familiarity with agile delivery and encryption techniques Technical Competencies: Integration platform as a service IPAAS, such as Workato or similar API Design, Development and management REST, JSON, SOAP and related integration standards SQL and database design, development and administration ETL and ETL pipeline development Phyton and C# development Data modelling and governance principals Security, Authentication, and authorisation mechanisms for system integrations Monitoring, troubleshooting and performance optimisation of integration platforms The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third-party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Lead Integration Developer Would you like to be part of Vital Energi s Strategy of Growth? If so, we re looking for a talented Lead Integration Developer to join our dynamic team at our Head Office in Blackburn with support to sites. The Role Due to Vital Energi's continued growth, we are looking for a Lead Integration Developer to lead the design, development and delivery of enterprise integration solutions that enable secure, scalable and reliable connectivity across business applications, data platforms and external systems. Define integration architecture, standards and governance practices that support operational efficiency, data-driven decision making and the organisation's digital transformation strategy. Drawing on strong technical leadership, the role is responsible for ensuring integration solutions are resilient, maintainable and aligned with business objectives. The Company Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings. We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster. With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi. A few key responsibilities Solution Design & Architecture: Define integration architecture, standards, patterns and best practices. Design scalable, resilient and secure integration solutions aligned to business and technical requirements. Develop integration roadmaps that support future business growth. System Integration: Integrate businesscritical systems using APIs, REST services, ETL processes, event-driven architectures and middleware technologies. Work with application owners and business stakeholders to ensure seamless data exchange across platforms Governance & standards Establish and maintain integration governance, documentation and development standards. Define approaches for data mapping, transformation, monitoring, error handling and exception management. Performance and reliability: Monitor and optimise integration performance, throughput and scalability. Identify and resolve bottlenecks across integration processes and data flows. Vendor and platform Management: Evaluate integration technologies and thirdparty solutions. Manage relationships with integration vendors and platform providers where required. Education & Experience: Strong understanding of integration architecture principals and enterprise integration patterns Experience designing API-led Service and oriented integrations Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP and associated integration services Understanding of data modelling, data governance and data quality principals Implementing integration solutions using authentication, authorisation and encryption techniques Familiarity with agile delivery and encryption techniques Technical Competencies: Integration platform as a service IPAAS, such as Workato or similar API Design, Development and management REST, JSON, SOAP and related integration standards SQL and database design, development and administration ETL and ETL pipeline development Phyton and C# development Data modelling and governance principals Security, Authentication, and authorisation mechanisms for system integrations Monitoring, troubleshooting and performance optimisation of integration platforms The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements. Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third-party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
Senior C# / .NET Developer Risk & Securities Lending Location: London (Hybrid) Contract Duration: 6 Months Industry: Financial Services About the Opportunity Are you a seasoned C# engineer with a deep understanding of financial markets? We are seeking an experienced Senior C# / .NET Developer to join a high-performing technology team supporting critical Risk Management and Securities Lending platforms. In this 6-month hybrid contract, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and supporting high-performance systems used for complex risk calculations and trading/financing workflows. Working closely with quants, risk managers, and the Front Office, you will deliver scalable, robust solutions in a fast-paced, regulated environment. What You Will Do System Development: Design, build, and maintain high-performance C# / .NET applications supporting Risk and Securities Lending workflows. API Integration: Build and consume RESTful APIs to seamlessly connect complex upstream and downstream financial systems. Data & Throughput: Handle large datasets and high-throughput systems, contributing to vital exposure calculations, limits, and reporting. Best Practices: Write scalable, testable, and maintainable object-oriented code, participating in architectural discussions and code reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Risk, Front Office, Operations, Compliance, and Product Owners to translate business needs into technical reality. Production Support: Assist with incident analysis, remediation, and the ongoing support of live systems. What We Are Looking For Core Technical Expertise: Deep, hands-on experience with C# and .NET (including .NET Core). Exceptional Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) skills and architectural design principles. Proven track record in designing and implementing REST/JSON APIs. Solid SQL database experience (e.g., SQL Server). Strong grasp of application performance, scalability, unit/integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines. Essential Domain Knowledge: A proven background working within Financial Services technology. Strong domain knowledge in at least one of the following: Risk Management, Securities Lending, Prime Brokerage, or Collateral/Margin/Financing platforms. Highly Beneficial / Nice-to-Have: Exposure to risk and regulatory methodologies (RWA, CCAR, Basel III / IV). Understanding of credit risk, counterparty exposure, or capital calculations. 10+ years of commercial software engineering experience. Experience with Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS) and messaging technologies (e.g., Kafka). Familiarity with front-to-back trading systems and Agile/Scrum delivery. About You You possess a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset. You are highly comfortable navigating complex, highly regulated enterprise environments. You can communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and hyper-focused on reliable delivery. How to Apply If you have the technical depth and the financial domain expertise to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you. Apply now at Prasanna com with your updated CV to be considered for this immediate contract opportunity. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 06, 2026
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Senior C# / .NET Developer Risk & Securities Lending Location: London (Hybrid) Contract Duration: 6 Months Industry: Financial Services About the Opportunity Are you a seasoned C# engineer with a deep understanding of financial markets? We are seeking an experienced Senior C# / .NET Developer to join a high-performing technology team supporting critical Risk Management and Securities Lending platforms. In this 6-month hybrid contract, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and supporting high-performance systems used for complex risk calculations and trading/financing workflows. Working closely with quants, risk managers, and the Front Office, you will deliver scalable, robust solutions in a fast-paced, regulated environment. What You Will Do System Development: Design, build, and maintain high-performance C# / .NET applications supporting Risk and Securities Lending workflows. API Integration: Build and consume RESTful APIs to seamlessly connect complex upstream and downstream financial systems. Data & Throughput: Handle large datasets and high-throughput systems, contributing to vital exposure calculations, limits, and reporting. Best Practices: Write scalable, testable, and maintainable object-oriented code, participating in architectural discussions and code reviews. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Risk, Front Office, Operations, Compliance, and Product Owners to translate business needs into technical reality. Production Support: Assist with incident analysis, remediation, and the ongoing support of live systems. What We Are Looking For Core Technical Expertise: Deep, hands-on experience with C# and .NET (including .NET Core). Exceptional Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) skills and architectural design principles. Proven track record in designing and implementing REST/JSON APIs. Solid SQL database experience (e.g., SQL Server). Strong grasp of application performance, scalability, unit/integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines. Essential Domain Knowledge: A proven background working within Financial Services technology. Strong domain knowledge in at least one of the following: Risk Management, Securities Lending, Prime Brokerage, or Collateral/Margin/Financing platforms. Highly Beneficial / Nice-to-Have: Exposure to risk and regulatory methodologies (RWA, CCAR, Basel III / IV). Understanding of credit risk, counterparty exposure, or capital calculations. 10+ years of commercial software engineering experience. Experience with Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS) and messaging technologies (e.g., Kafka). Familiarity with front-to-back trading systems and Agile/Scrum delivery. About You You possess a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset. You are highly comfortable navigating complex, highly regulated enterprise environments. You can communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and hyper-focused on reliable delivery. How to Apply If you have the technical depth and the financial domain expertise to hit the ground running, we want to hear from you. Apply now at Prasanna com with your updated CV to be considered for this immediate contract opportunity. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Join Our Team as a Software Developer (Python / SQL - Data & Database Focus)! Are you a passionate Software Developer with expertise in Python and SQL? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment focused on data engineering and modern data platforms? If so, we want to hear from you! Role Overview: At our client's organisation, we are on the lookout for a highly skilled Software Developer to design, build, and maintain data-driven applications. You'll play a pivotal role in integrating with data lakes, lake house architectures, and enterprise databases, all while working with large-scale data systems that drive our analytics and business-critical applications. What You'll Do: Develop & Maintain: Create backend applications using Python and SQL, ensuring they are efficient and robust. Database Solutions: Build and optimise database solutions, focusing on schema design, indexing strategies, and query performance tuning. ETL/ELT Pipelines: Develop and maintain pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and serving data across systems. Integration: Seamlessly integrate applications with data lakes and lake house platforms. Data Models: Design and implement data models for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data. APIs & Services: Develop APIs and services that enable smooth data access and transformation workflows. Collaboration: Work with data engineering and analytics teams to support reporting, BI, and advanced analytics initiatives. Governance & Quality: Ensure data quality and consistency across platforms while complying with governance policies. What You Bring: Core Development Skills: - Proficient in Python and SQL, with experience in Apache Spark. - Strong experience building backend services and APIs. Database Expertise: - Solid understanding of relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and distributed NoSQL databases (Cassandra, MongoDB, Cosmos DB). - Familiarity with data modelling, query optimisation, and indexing strategies. Data Platforms: - Hands-on experience with data lakes and lakehouse architectures. - Familiarity with big data processing frameworks like Spark. Data Engineering Knowledge: - Proven experience building ETL/ELT pipelines and using orchestration tools (Airflow, Azure Data Factory). - Understanding of JSON, XML, APIs, and data ingestion technologies. Cloud Experience: - Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of data governance and compliance. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes). Background in Agile methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, with a knack for translating functional requirements into technical solutions. A positive, approachable personality that fosters collaboration and rapport with colleagues. Why Join Us? Be a part of a vibrant team that values creativity and innovation! Work in a hybrid cloud environment with opportunities for both greenfield projects and legacy migrations. Enjoy a supportive workplace that emphasises learning and growth. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about driving data solutions and working with cutting-edge technologies, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in our mission to enhance data accessibility and quality across our platforms. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 06, 2026
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Join Our Team as a Software Developer (Python / SQL - Data & Database Focus)! Are you a passionate Software Developer with expertise in Python and SQL? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment focused on data engineering and modern data platforms? If so, we want to hear from you! Role Overview: At our client's organisation, we are on the lookout for a highly skilled Software Developer to design, build, and maintain data-driven applications. You'll play a pivotal role in integrating with data lakes, lake house architectures, and enterprise databases, all while working with large-scale data systems that drive our analytics and business-critical applications. What You'll Do: Develop & Maintain: Create backend applications using Python and SQL, ensuring they are efficient and robust. Database Solutions: Build and optimise database solutions, focusing on schema design, indexing strategies, and query performance tuning. ETL/ELT Pipelines: Develop and maintain pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and serving data across systems. Integration: Seamlessly integrate applications with data lakes and lake house platforms. Data Models: Design and implement data models for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data. APIs & Services: Develop APIs and services that enable smooth data access and transformation workflows. Collaboration: Work with data engineering and analytics teams to support reporting, BI, and advanced analytics initiatives. Governance & Quality: Ensure data quality and consistency across platforms while complying with governance policies. What You Bring: Core Development Skills: - Proficient in Python and SQL, with experience in Apache Spark. - Strong experience building backend services and APIs. Database Expertise: - Solid understanding of relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and distributed NoSQL databases (Cassandra, MongoDB, Cosmos DB). - Familiarity with data modelling, query optimisation, and indexing strategies. Data Platforms: - Hands-on experience with data lakes and lakehouse architectures. - Familiarity with big data processing frameworks like Spark. Data Engineering Knowledge: - Proven experience building ETL/ELT pipelines and using orchestration tools (Airflow, Azure Data Factory). - Understanding of JSON, XML, APIs, and data ingestion technologies. Cloud Experience: - Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of data governance and compliance. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes). Background in Agile methodologies. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, with a knack for translating functional requirements into technical solutions. A positive, approachable personality that fosters collaboration and rapport with colleagues. Why Join Us? Be a part of a vibrant team that values creativity and innovation! Work in a hybrid cloud environment with opportunities for both greenfield projects and legacy migrations. Enjoy a supportive workplace that emphasises learning and growth. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about driving data solutions and working with cutting-edge technologies, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in our mission to enhance data accessibility and quality across our platforms. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
6 Month Contract 500 Outside IR35 1/2 days on site in Milton Keynes We're seeking an experienced Purview Data Governance Analyst to play a key role in delivering a modern, governed data platform built on Microsoft Fabric and Azure.This is a delivery-focused contract where you'll work closely with data engineering and information security teams to implement practical governance solutions, ensuring critical data assets are properly catalogued, classified, secured and traceable across the enterprise. The role You'll be responsible for establishing robust data governance foundations, transforming governance policies into working configurations and delivering tangible outcomes across data lineage, classification, sensitivity labelling and access governance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys getting hands-on with Microsoft Purview, working in fast-paced environments, and creating measurable governance outcomes rather than simply advising on strategy. Key Responsibilities Data Lineage & Metadata Management Configure and manage Microsoft Purview scanning and lineage capabilities across key source systems. Establish end-to-end lineage across Microsoft Fabric's Bronze, Silver and Gold layers and reporting environments. Identify lineage gaps and implement repeatable governance processes and standards. Support the development and maintenance of the enterprise data catalogue and business glossary. Classification & Sensitivity Labelling Define and apply data classifications and Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) sensitivity labels. Configure automated classification rules and custom classifiers. Develop and maintain metadata standards, taxonomies and governance frameworks. Improve data visibility and protection through effective tagging and governance controls. Access Governance & Security Partner with Information Security teams to implement role-based access control (RBAC) models. Align data sensitivity classifications with access entitlements and least-privilege principles. Support access governance reviews and contribute to governance evidence and documentation. Help translate governance and security policies into practical technical controls. Governance Reporting & Knowledge Transfer Produce governance reporting covering lineage, catalogue coverage, classifications and access exceptions. Develop governance standards, runbooks and operating procedures. Support business data stewards and ensure governance capability is embedded within the organisation. Essential Skills & Experience Proven hands-on experience implementing Microsoft Purview in enterprise environments. Strong experience with: Data lineage Data catalogue management Data classification Sensitivity labelling (MIP) Data governance frameworks Experience implementing or enabling RBAC and access governance controls. Strong knowledge of the Microsoft data ecosystem, including: Microsoft Fabric OneLake Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) Azure Data Factory Power BI Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-moving environment. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and documentation skills. Desirable Experience Experience within regulated or highly data-sensitive environments. Knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection principles. Exposure to data mesh or federated data governance models. Familiarity with data quality frameworks and metadata-driven governance. Microsoft certifications such as DP-700, SC-400 or SC-300. Experience supporting cloud migration or governance implementation across newly established Azure data platforms. What's on Offer? Opportunity to shape governance across a modern Microsoft Fabric data platform. Work alongside data engineering and security specialists on high-profile data initiatives. Genuine ownership and autonomy to drive governance outcomes. Contract role focused on delivering meaningful, measurable business value. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 06, 2026
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6 Month Contract 500 Outside IR35 1/2 days on site in Milton Keynes We're seeking an experienced Purview Data Governance Analyst to play a key role in delivering a modern, governed data platform built on Microsoft Fabric and Azure.This is a delivery-focused contract where you'll work closely with data engineering and information security teams to implement practical governance solutions, ensuring critical data assets are properly catalogued, classified, secured and traceable across the enterprise. The role You'll be responsible for establishing robust data governance foundations, transforming governance policies into working configurations and delivering tangible outcomes across data lineage, classification, sensitivity labelling and access governance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys getting hands-on with Microsoft Purview, working in fast-paced environments, and creating measurable governance outcomes rather than simply advising on strategy. Key Responsibilities Data Lineage & Metadata Management Configure and manage Microsoft Purview scanning and lineage capabilities across key source systems. Establish end-to-end lineage across Microsoft Fabric's Bronze, Silver and Gold layers and reporting environments. Identify lineage gaps and implement repeatable governance processes and standards. Support the development and maintenance of the enterprise data catalogue and business glossary. Classification & Sensitivity Labelling Define and apply data classifications and Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) sensitivity labels. Configure automated classification rules and custom classifiers. Develop and maintain metadata standards, taxonomies and governance frameworks. Improve data visibility and protection through effective tagging and governance controls. Access Governance & Security Partner with Information Security teams to implement role-based access control (RBAC) models. Align data sensitivity classifications with access entitlements and least-privilege principles. Support access governance reviews and contribute to governance evidence and documentation. Help translate governance and security policies into practical technical controls. Governance Reporting & Knowledge Transfer Produce governance reporting covering lineage, catalogue coverage, classifications and access exceptions. Develop governance standards, runbooks and operating procedures. Support business data stewards and ensure governance capability is embedded within the organisation. Essential Skills & Experience Proven hands-on experience implementing Microsoft Purview in enterprise environments. Strong experience with: Data lineage Data catalogue management Data classification Sensitivity labelling (MIP) Data governance frameworks Experience implementing or enabling RBAC and access governance controls. Strong knowledge of the Microsoft data ecosystem, including: Microsoft Fabric OneLake Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) Azure Data Factory Power BI Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-moving environment. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and documentation skills. Desirable Experience Experience within regulated or highly data-sensitive environments. Knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection principles. Exposure to data mesh or federated data governance models. Familiarity with data quality frameworks and metadata-driven governance. Microsoft certifications such as DP-700, SC-400 or SC-300. Experience supporting cloud migration or governance implementation across newly established Azure data platforms. What's on Offer? Opportunity to shape governance across a modern Microsoft Fabric data platform. Work alongside data engineering and security specialists on high-profile data initiatives. Genuine ownership and autonomy to drive governance outcomes. Contract role focused on delivering meaningful, measurable business value. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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)
ITAM Architect (IT Asset Management (ITAM) Architect) 2 months with possible extentions Remote 580 per day Role Purpose The ITAM Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and governing the enterprise IT Asset Management strategy, architecture, processes, and tooling. The role ensures effective management of hardware, software, cloud, and digital assets throughout their lifecycle while supporting compliance, cost optimisation, operational efficiency, and business transformation initiatives. The ITAM Architect serves as the technical authority for ITAM solutions and works closely with Infrastructure, Security, Procurement, Finance, Service Management, and Technology teams to establish a sustainable and scalable asset management capability. The role commonly includes responsibility for ServiceNow HAM Pro, SAM Pro, CMDB integrations, discovery tooling, and governance frameworks. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Architecture Define and maintain the enterprise ITAM architecture and roadmap. Develop target operating models for Hardware Asset Management (HAM), Software Asset Management (SAM), and Cloud Asset Management. Create solution blueprints, standards, design principles, and technical documentation. Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, governance, and compliance requirements. ServiceNow & ITAM Platform Architecture Design and govern ITAM solutions using ServiceNow and related platforms. Lead architecture decisions for HAM, SAM, CMDB, Discovery, Procurement, and ITSM integrations. Define scalable integration patterns between asset repositories, procurement systems, ERP platforms, discovery tools, and cloud environments. Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across the asset ecosystem. Asset Lifecycle Management Design processes covering: Asset procurement Deployment Inventory management Software licence management Maintenance and support Asset retirement and disposal Establish governance controls and approval workflows. Ensure lifecycle processes support auditability and regulatory compliance. Software Asset Management Define software licensing and entitlement management strategies. Support software compliance programmes and vendor audits. Drive optimisation initiatives to reduce software spend. Establish software reclamation and licence harvesting processes. Hardware Asset Management Define standards for hardware inventory and lifecycle control. Implement tracking, reconciliation, ownership assignment, and disposal processes. Support asset refresh and sustainability programmes. Governance & Compliance Establish ITAM policies, standards, and operating procedures. Ensure compliance with licensing agreements, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. Lead internal and external audit activities relating to IT assets. Develop KPIs, reporting frameworks, and maturity assessments. Essential Skills & Experience Technical Skills Extensive experience in IT Asset Management architecture and governance. Strong knowledge of: ServiceNow HAM Pro ServiceNow SAM Pro CMDB Discovery and inventory platforms ITSM processes Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud. Experience integrating ITAM tools with procurement, finance, and ERP systems. Industry Knowledge ITIL framework knowledge. Understanding of software licensing models from major vendors including Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, SAP, Adobe, and VMware. Knowledge of ISO 19770 and ITAM best practices. Leadership Skills Ability to define enterprise strategies and operating models. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Excellent communication, workshop facilitation, and documentation abilities. Experience leading technical teams and architecture governance boards. Qualifications Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline. ITIL Foundation (minimum). ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist (SAM Pro and/or HAM Pro desirable). TOGAF certification desirable. ITAM, IAITAM, or similar asset management certification desirable. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 06, 2026
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ITAM Architect (IT Asset Management (ITAM) Architect) 2 months with possible extentions Remote 580 per day Role Purpose The ITAM Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and governing the enterprise IT Asset Management strategy, architecture, processes, and tooling. The role ensures effective management of hardware, software, cloud, and digital assets throughout their lifecycle while supporting compliance, cost optimisation, operational efficiency, and business transformation initiatives. The ITAM Architect serves as the technical authority for ITAM solutions and works closely with Infrastructure, Security, Procurement, Finance, Service Management, and Technology teams to establish a sustainable and scalable asset management capability. The role commonly includes responsibility for ServiceNow HAM Pro, SAM Pro, CMDB integrations, discovery tooling, and governance frameworks. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Architecture Define and maintain the enterprise ITAM architecture and roadmap. Develop target operating models for Hardware Asset Management (HAM), Software Asset Management (SAM), and Cloud Asset Management. Create solution blueprints, standards, design principles, and technical documentation. Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, governance, and compliance requirements. ServiceNow & ITAM Platform Architecture Design and govern ITAM solutions using ServiceNow and related platforms. Lead architecture decisions for HAM, SAM, CMDB, Discovery, Procurement, and ITSM integrations. Define scalable integration patterns between asset repositories, procurement systems, ERP platforms, discovery tools, and cloud environments. Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across the asset ecosystem. Asset Lifecycle Management Design processes covering: Asset procurement Deployment Inventory management Software licence management Maintenance and support Asset retirement and disposal Establish governance controls and approval workflows. Ensure lifecycle processes support auditability and regulatory compliance. Software Asset Management Define software licensing and entitlement management strategies. Support software compliance programmes and vendor audits. Drive optimisation initiatives to reduce software spend. Establish software reclamation and licence harvesting processes. Hardware Asset Management Define standards for hardware inventory and lifecycle control. Implement tracking, reconciliation, ownership assignment, and disposal processes. Support asset refresh and sustainability programmes. Governance & Compliance Establish ITAM policies, standards, and operating procedures. Ensure compliance with licensing agreements, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. Lead internal and external audit activities relating to IT assets. Develop KPIs, reporting frameworks, and maturity assessments. Essential Skills & Experience Technical Skills Extensive experience in IT Asset Management architecture and governance. Strong knowledge of: ServiceNow HAM Pro ServiceNow SAM Pro CMDB Discovery and inventory platforms ITSM processes Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud. Experience integrating ITAM tools with procurement, finance, and ERP systems. Industry Knowledge ITIL framework knowledge. Understanding of software licensing models from major vendors including Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, SAP, Adobe, and VMware. Knowledge of ISO 19770 and ITAM best practices. Leadership Skills Ability to define enterprise strategies and operating models. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Excellent communication, workshop facilitation, and documentation abilities. Experience leading technical teams and architecture governance boards. Qualifications Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline. ITIL Foundation (minimum). ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist (SAM Pro and/or HAM Pro desirable). TOGAF certification desirable. ITAM, IAITAM, or similar asset management certification desirable. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Senior Technical Lead Pay up to £92,522 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for an outstanding Tech Lead, who wants to contribute to demanding and exciting digital services for the UK Government. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Significant experience designing and delivering secure, cloud-based solutions (AWS and/or Azure) in large-scale enterprise or government environments. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisations to drive technical, service, and strategic improvements. Strong DevOps expertise, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform), automation, and improving observability and live service support. Experience providing technical leadership for the design and delivery of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with architecture standards, security requirements, governance processes, and organisational objectives. Experience of leading and supporting Engineers in multi-disciplinary teams in an agile environment and sharing knowledge and good practice with the wider organisation. Experience delivering technology change on enterprise platforms that improves user experience, service quality, and business outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Technical Lead, you'll shape the technical direction of large-scale cloud platforms and services, working with Product and Delivery teams to solve complex challenges and deliver better outcomes for users. You'll provide technical leadership across engineering teams, driving modern ways of working through DevOps, automation and cloud technologies. You'll help teams build secure, resilient services while improving performance, reliability and operational excellence. You will also influence senior stakeholders, support architectural decisions, and develop engineering capability through coaching and mentoring. Working across product, security, infrastructure and operations teams, you'll help ensure services are scalable, compliant and ready for the future. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £21,000 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process are just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Senior Technical Lead Pay up to £92,522 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for an outstanding Tech Lead, who wants to contribute to demanding and exciting digital services for the UK Government. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Significant experience designing and delivering secure, cloud-based solutions (AWS and/or Azure) in large-scale enterprise or government environments. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisations to drive technical, service, and strategic improvements. Strong DevOps expertise, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform), automation, and improving observability and live service support. Experience providing technical leadership for the design and delivery of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with architecture standards, security requirements, governance processes, and organisational objectives. Experience of leading and supporting Engineers in multi-disciplinary teams in an agile environment and sharing knowledge and good practice with the wider organisation. Experience delivering technology change on enterprise platforms that improves user experience, service quality, and business outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Technical Lead, you'll shape the technical direction of large-scale cloud platforms and services, working with Product and Delivery teams to solve complex challenges and deliver better outcomes for users. You'll provide technical leadership across engineering teams, driving modern ways of working through DevOps, automation and cloud technologies. You'll help teams build secure, resilient services while improving performance, reliability and operational excellence. You will also influence senior stakeholders, support architectural decisions, and develop engineering capability through coaching and mentoring. Working across product, security, infrastructure and operations teams, you'll help ensure services are scalable, compliant and ready for the future. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £21,000 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process are just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Senior Technical Lead Pay up to £92,522 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for an outstanding Tech Lead, who wants to contribute to demanding and exciting digital services for the UK Government. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Significant experience designing and delivering secure, cloud-based solutions (AWS and/or Azure) in large-scale enterprise or government environments. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisations to drive technical, service, and strategic improvements. Strong DevOps expertise, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform), automation, and improving observability and live service support. Experience providing technical leadership for the design and delivery of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with architecture standards, security requirements, governance processes, and organisational objectives. Experience of leading and supporting Engineers in multi-disciplinary teams in an agile environment and sharing knowledge and good practice with the wider organisation. Experience delivering technology change on enterprise platforms that improves user experience, service quality, and business outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Technical Lead, you'll shape the technical direction of large-scale cloud platforms and services, working with Product and Delivery teams to solve complex challenges and deliver better outcomes for users. You'll provide technical leadership across engineering teams, driving modern ways of working through DevOps, automation and cloud technologies. You'll help teams build secure, resilient services while improving performance, reliability and operational excellence. You will also influence senior stakeholders, support architectural decisions, and develop engineering capability through coaching and mentoring. Working across product, security, infrastructure and operations teams, you'll help ensure services are scalable, compliant and ready for the future. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £21,000 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process are just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
Senior Technical Lead Pay up to £92,522 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We're looking for an outstanding Tech Lead, who wants to contribute to demanding and exciting digital services for the UK Government. We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Significant experience designing and delivering secure, cloud-based solutions (AWS and/or Azure) in large-scale enterprise or government environments. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisations to drive technical, service, and strategic improvements. Strong DevOps expertise, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform), automation, and improving observability and live service support. Experience providing technical leadership for the design and delivery of technology solutions, ensuring alignment with architecture standards, security requirements, governance processes, and organisational objectives. Experience of leading and supporting Engineers in multi-disciplinary teams in an agile environment and sharing knowledge and good practice with the wider organisation. Experience delivering technology change on enterprise platforms that improves user experience, service quality, and business outcomes. You and your role As a Senior Technical Lead, you'll shape the technical direction of large-scale cloud platforms and services, working with Product and Delivery teams to solve complex challenges and deliver better outcomes for users. You'll provide technical leadership across engineering teams, driving modern ways of working through DevOps, automation and cloud technologies. You'll help teams build secure, resilient services while improving performance, reliability and operational excellence. You will also influence senior stakeholders, support architectural decisions, and develop engineering capability through coaching and mentoring. Working across product, security, infrastructure and operations teams, you'll help ensure services are scalable, compliant and ready for the future. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £92,522. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £21,000 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process are just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.