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Principal Data Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data and Integration Location: Reading (hybrid working) Duration: Initially Until Feb '27 - but very likely to extend (new programme) (Inside IR35) Active SC Clearance Required Role details: We are looking for SC cleared Data Engineers to support our defence client on a contract basis. This role is focused on the Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data and Integration, and will be based in Reading with hybrid working arrangements. The initial contract will run until February 2027, with a strong likelihood of extension as this is a long term programme. Key Responsibilities: Design and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient data architectures and platforms. Lead the development of enterprise data pipelines, data integration frameworks, and data products. Establish and enforce data engineering standards, patterns, and best practices. Implement DataOps and DevOps methodologies to enhance deployment efficiency and operational reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to comprehend data requirements and deliver effective solutions. Ensure data quality, integrity, lineage, security, and compliance across all data assets. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to data engineering teams. Support cloud migration and modernisation initiatives involving data platforms and services. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline. Experience in data engineering, software engineering, or data platform development. Significant experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale data solutions. Extensive experience with cloud data platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. Proficiency in SQL, Python, Spark, and modern data processing frameworks. Experience building and managing ETL/ELT pipelines and streaming data solutions. Practical experience with DataOps, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code. Expertise in data modelling, data warehousing, and master data management principles. Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, and data quality frameworks. Desirable Skills: Professional certifications in AWS, Azure, GCP, or Data Engineering. Experience within aerospace, defence, manufacturing, or highly regulated industries. Knowledge of AI/ML platforms and MLOps practices. Experience with graph databases and knowledge engineering solutions. Experience implementing data mesh or data fabric architectures. Enterprise Architecture experience. Experience leading large-scale data modernisation programmes. Knowledge of defence security standards and classified environments. If you are a talented Data Engineer ready to take on a critical role in a dynamic and challenging environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's skilled team and contribute to their innovative projects.

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

Job Title: SC Cleared Virtualisation Engineer Location: London Duration: 6 months with possible extension Rate: Up to 750 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Join Our Client as a hands-on Platform Engineer, delivering enterprise virtualisation platforms and automation in secure, regulated environments. If you enjoy turning architecture into repeatable, deployable solutions-while helping teams move faster with confidence-this role is for you. What you'll be doing: Design, deploy and manage VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) virtualisation platforms Implement core VCF components including vSphere, NSX, vSAN, VCF Operations, VPC and VKS Build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automated, consistent platform deployments Create API-driven automation for provisioning, configuration and lifecycle management Support platform lifecycle activities such as build, upgrades, patching and scaling Integrate virtualisation platforms with enterprise services (networking, DNS, identity and DevOps toolchains) Produce key technical artefacts including LLDs, build guides and runbooks Support integration, testing and operational handover, including change impact assessments and risk identification Help improve stability, performance and scalability through continuous automation and standardisation What you'll bring: Strong experience with VMware virtualisation platforms (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter) Proven VMware Cloud Foundation / SDDC knowledge (NSX, vSAN, VCF Operations) Automation experience using tools such as PowerCLI, Terraform, Ansible or SaltStack Experience with IaC and API-driven automation approaches Understanding of enterprise networking and underpinning services (e.g. DNS, load balancing) Ability to troubleshoot, analyse and communicate clearly with technical teams Confidence delivering in secure or regulated environments UK Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to obtain Additional information: Experience with Kubernetes on VCF (VKS) is desirable Familiarity with hybrid cloud, GitOps and resilience (backup/DR) is desirable Agile delivery and Atlassian tools experience is desirable If you're ready to build secure-by-design virtualisation platforms and drive automation that makes delivery easier for everyone, apply now. Our Client is looking for engineers who take pride in platform quality-and want to grow their impact. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Operational / Data Engineer - SC cleared Operational / Data Engineer - SC cleared The location of the role is Telford (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 6 months . The pay rate on offer is 500 per day (via Umbrella agency) . Project Overview The Preventative Risking (PR) team within RIS is responsible for managing the risking and compliance referral processes for Self-Assessment (SA) registrations. Currently, the system identifies approximately 200,000 fraudulent registrations out of 1 million, resulting in an estimated 51 million to 219 million in lost SA repayment claims for HMRC (based on 2021/2022 figures). To address this, a proof of concept (POC) was developed using: SAS Enterprise Guide for table creation, SAS Studio V and SAS RTENG to build the SA registration network, SAS Viya 3.5 tools for risk assessment of new SA registrations. The POC leveraged data from 20 different sources, most of which were already housed in the Minerva Oracle database. Previously, some data had to be transferred manually. However, the automated file transfers described in this Solution Design Document (SDD) will now move that data to the SAS platform using approved Enterprise Architecture (EA) integration patterns, with the initial phase, targeted for delivery in April 2026. This role will form part of a new scrum team within Minerva Platform to develop and deliver the Ingestion and Risking within the SAS Platform including IDP. Key accountabilities of the role Design, development, and deployment of data integration and transformation solutions using Pentaho, Denodo, Talend, and SAS. Architect and implement scalable data pipelines and services that support business intelligence and analytics platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and deliver robust data solutions. Champion Agile and Scrum methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of sprints and continuous improvement. Drive DevOps practices for CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment of data services. Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are upheld across all solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve complex data issues and performance bottlenecks. Key skill and experience SAS 9.4 (DI), SAS Viya 3.x (SAS Studio, VA, VI). Platform LSF, Jira, Platform Support. Strong expertise in ETL tools: Pentaho, Talend. Experience with data virtualization using Denodo. Proficiency in SAS for data analytics and reporting. Oracle (good to have). Solid understanding of Agile and Scrum frameworks. Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes). Strong SQL and data modeling skills. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities. Key Qualifications: Proven track record of data projects and teams. Certifications in Agile/Scrum, DevOps, or relevant data technologies are a plus. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Systems Engineer - Azure months + +Hybrid working in Reading +SC cleared role +Sole British nationals only due to nature of the project +Inside IR35 + 500 - 535 a day Working within the Infrastructure & Platform Services team, you will help support, maintain and enhance enterprise infrastructure, cloud services and platform technologies. You'll contribute to secure, reliable and resilient services across Microsoft Azure and on-premise environments while supporting automation and modern infrastructure initiatives. Key Responsibilities Support and administer cloud and on-premises infrastructure. Maintain Windows Server and Linux environments. Deploy, configure and support Microsoft Azure services. Support virtualisation platforms including VMware and Hyper-V. Assist with Kubernetes and OpenShift platform administration. Monitor infrastructure performance, availability and capacity. Support incident, problem and change management activities. Assist with backup, disaster recovery and business continuity processes. Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation initiatives. Produce and maintain technical documentation. Work closely with senior engineers to improve platform reliability and operational performance. Essential Skills & Experience Experience supporting Windows Server and/or Linux environments. Understanding of Microsoft Azure services and cloud technologies. Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs and firewalls. Experience with virtualisation technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V. Familiarity with infrastructure monitoring and operational support. Understanding of security principles and access management. Knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery concepts. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a collaborative engineering team. Desirable Skills Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) and/or Azure Administrator (AZ-104). Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift and Docker. Exposure to Terraform, Ansible or other Infrastructure as Code tools. Scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash or Python. Experience with Grafana, Prometheus or Azure Monitor. Knowledge of DevOps practices and hybrid cloud environments. ITIL Foundation certification. If you'd like to discuss this Systems Engineer - Azure role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Junior Automation Engineer - Security Cleared - Farnborough (Hybrid) - 42,000 A growing engineering team is looking for a Junior Automation Engineer to join them as part of an expanding project. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career across DevOps, cloud, on-premise infrastructure and automation, working within secure and technically complex environments. You'll join a team of five, reporting to a Senior Technical Engineer, and work closely with experienced Architects and application SMEs to design, develop and commission automation solutions within an experimentation environment. What You'll Be Doing Supporting the operation, development and implementation of automation across different hosting platforms. Working with solution SMEs and maintenance teams on tasks requiring automation. Supporting system integration and validation activities to ensure solutions meet functional, security and project requirements. Contributing to technical documentation, including diagrams and operating procedures. Keeping up to date with emerging automation technologies and industry best practice. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone with a genuine interest in automation and infrastructure, alongside a willingness to learn and develop. Experience with some of the following would be highly beneficial: Azure or another cloud platform BASH, Python or PowerShell Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Ansible or Microsoft DSC Git, CI/CD and version control Linux, Kubernetes and containerisation Container registries, web services and DNS Windows Server and enterprise services such as Active Directory, ADFS, IIS or Certificate Services Public Key Infrastructure and tools such as OpenSSL Networking fundamentals including IP addressing, subnets, routing and firewalls Security Clearance Due to the nature of the role, applicants are required to have active Security Clearance upon starting the role. Junior Automation Engineer - Security Cleared - Farnborough (Hybrid) - 42,000

DevOps Engineer - Azure, Dynamics 365 & Power Platform Fully Remote 500 per day inside IR35 6 months SC cleared About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive DevOps Engineer to join a team delivering solutions across Microsoft Azure, Dynamics 365 and Power Platform . This is a hands-on DevOps position focused on improving CI/CD pipelines, automating deployment processes and enhancing the security, reliability and efficiency of software delivery across the Microsoft cloud ecosystem. You will work closely with developers, testers, architects and other technical stakeholders within an Agile environment, helping to build and maintain robust deployment processes for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. Develop, manage and optimise Azure DevOps (ADO) pipelines and repositories. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) . Manage source control, including Git branching, merging and release strategies . Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation, deployment and operational activities. Implement secure deployment practices and ensure compliance with relevant security standards. Implement and maintain monitoring, alerting and logging across Azure environments. Support containerisation initiatives using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes . Troubleshoot pipeline and deployment issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective resolutions. Collaborate with developers, testers and architects to improve development and release processes. Contribute to Agile/Scrum ceremonies and continuous improvement activities. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve overall delivery efficiency. Essential Skills & Experience The successful candidate will have: Proven commercial experience working as a DevOps Engineer . Strong experience designing, implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines . Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure and the wider Microsoft Cloud ecosystem. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code , including ARM, Bicep and/or Terraform. Strong PowerShell scripting skills. Experience deploying and managing Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions . Strong knowledge of Git , including branching, merging and release strategies. Practical experience using Azure DevOps (ADO) for repository management and pipeline orchestration. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes within a DevOps environment. Good understanding of cloud and DevOps security best practices . Experience with monitoring and alerting technologies such as Azure Monitor and Application Insights . Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams . Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities. Active SC Clearance . Desirable Skills & Experience Azure or DevOps certifications, such as AZ-400, AZ-104 or AZ-900 . Experience with additional scripting languages such as Python or Bash . Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines. Strong hands-on experience with Terraform . Extensive experience working with Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform delivery pipelines.

Senior DevOps Engineer Location: Predominantly home-based, with occasional travel to client sites in London. Ideally based near Bristol, Cheltenham, Manchester Salary: 60,000- 80,000 (individual contributor role, not Team Lead) Clearance: SC cleared or clearable About the client SR2 is supporting on of our long standing consultancy clients who are on a mission to make the UK the safest place to work online. They deliver highly secure, technically challenging projects for UK Government clients. They invest heavily in their people - regular team socials, an annual company trip, five fully paid training days a year, and genuine career progression. The role You'll join a small, fast-paced agile delivery team, taking a leading role across the project lifecycle - from architecture and build through to managing customer relationships. There's a big, brand-new AI project on offer right now, genuinely exciting stuff, but very confidential at this stage. It involves taking a newly designed AI system and implementing/scaling it into a live working environment. It requires standard security clearance so ideally you will be cleared already or happy to go through clearance. What you'll do Build and operate CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code Design platform services for deployment, operation and monitoring of containerised products Build new infrastructure (not just maintain existing environments) Work in public/private cloud, primarily AWS Support Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban), mentor junior team members, manage customer relationships What we're looking for Strong AWS experience essential (AWS-focused, not Azure) Solid grounding in security principles and secure-by-design practices Experience with CI/CD, containerisation, IaC, testing frameworks Comfortable leading design work and mentoring early-career engineers Strong stakeholder management skills Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Group pension scheme with matched employer contributions Private health insurance after probation, with option to add family cover Life insurance and personal accident cover Health & wellbeing cash plan (dental, optical, physio and more) Employee assistance programme Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, and interest-free PC loan Stock purchase plan with company top-up Five fully paid training days a year and clear routes for career progression The role is home based with adhoc travel to London. 2 stage interview happening asap.

SC Cleared Test Engineer (AI) Rate - 650 (A day) Duration - 6 Months (Initially) Location - London (Hybrid) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) We are looking for an experienced Senior Test Engineer (AI) to play a key role in delivering high-quality, reliable artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions within a complex, enterprise-scale environment. This is an exciting opportunity to lead testing strategy across cutting-edge AI systems, ensuring robust validation, strong governance, and continuous quality improvement across digital platforms. The Role As a Senior Test Engineer, you will operate at a strategic level, shaping testing approaches for AI and data services while remaining hands-on across automation, validation, and delivery pipelines. You will: Lead the design and execution of end-to-end test strategies across AI and digital programmes Ensure quality across AI models, data pipelines, APIs, and cloud-based services Embed test-driven (TDD) and behaviour-driven (BDD) practices within engineering teams Drive improvements in automation frameworks and testing tools Provide expert oversight on AI model validation, including Generative AI and RAG solutions Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies Mentor and coach engineers to build strong testing capability across teams Key Responsibilities Define and deliver testing strategies aligned to organisational standards Lead AI testing, validation, and evaluation frameworks Integrate testing within CI/CD and DevOps pipelines Champion modern testing approaches, including AI-led and predictive testing techniques Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, product, and leadership Oversee defect management, quality metrics, and release assurance Ensure compliance with accessibility, security, and performance standards Key Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience delivering quality assurance for AI / ML solutions across the full lifecycle Hands-on expertise with Microsoft-based environments (e.g. Azure testing tools, AI platforms) Proficiency in one or more: Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL, or R Proven experience in: AI / Generative AI testing RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) solution validation (e.g. RAGAS framework) CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud-based test integration Ability to define and implement AI testing strategies and model validation frameworks Strong understanding of: Functional and non-functional testing Accessibility, security, and performance testing Experience working in regulated or enterprise environments Active SC Clearance (mandatory)

Python Software Engineer months + +Remote - 1 day a month on site in Leeds +SC cleared - current active clearance is essential +Inside IR35 + 400 a day We're looking for an experienced Senior Python Software Engineer with a strong background in cloud platforms and platform engineering to join a nationally critical programme supporting the UK's healthcare infrastructure. You'll be working on a highly available, secure healthcare integration and messaging platform that forms part of the UK's Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) . The platform enables the secure exchange of patient and workforce data between healthcare organisations and digital services, helping ensure vital healthcare systems remain resilient, secure and available. This is an opportunity to work on software that has a genuine impact on millions of people while helping shape engineering standards across a modern cloud-native platform. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll combine application development with platform engineering practices to build, improve and support a secure, cloud-native environment. Key responsibilities include: Developing high-quality, secure Python applications for complex distributed systems Maintaining and improving code quality across the platform Building, managing and monitoring CI/CD pipelines and code quality gates Ensuring deployments meet technical, security and governance standards Provisioning and supporting cloud-native infrastructure, primarily within AWS Collaborating with product teams to help build observable, reliable cloud-native services Supporting incident investigation and driving continuous platform improvements Embedding Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) principles throughout the development process Championing a "shift-left" approach to security through static and dynamic analysis, automation and best practice Essential Skills & Experience We're looking for engineers with experience in: Senior-level Python software development Developing secure software for complex systems AWS or other public cloud platforms Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) CI/CD tooling such as GitHub Actions (or similar) Observability and monitoring tools Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) principles Supporting production environments and incident investigation Building secure, reliable and scalable cloud-native applications Desirable Experience Promoting engineering and platform best practices across teams Building reusable Infrastructure as Code modules and CI/CD pipelines Enabling developer productivity through platform engineering Driving DevOps culture and automation Creating shared tooling and self-service capabilities for engineering teams If you'd like to discuss this Python Software Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

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

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect delivers innovative digital solutions that help organisations modernise services, improve user experiences, and accelerate transformation through agile delivery and engineering excellence. Role Overview We are seeking Software Engineers and Senior Software Engineers to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an agile environment. Senior Software Engineers will also provide technical leadership, guide engineering standards, and support architecture and design decisions across programmes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain software applications and services. Build and integrate secure APIs and Back End services. Participate in solution design and technical discussions. Support testing, deployment and operational activities. Follow secure software development and DevOps practices. Essential Skills & Experience (Must Have) Java Spring Boot Kafka MongoDB API development and integration Basic understanding of Docker images and containers Unit Testing/TDD Gherkin-style BDD testing, preferably using Cucumber CI/CD experience (GitLab, Jenkins or GitHub Actions) Agile delivery experience (Scrum/Kanban) Desirable Skills AWS services (SQS, S3, SNS and/or KMS) GitLab CI/CD Gatling or K6 load testing Kubernetes or Amazon ECS Senior-Level Experience Experience designing large-scale software solutions Strong understanding of system architecture and data modelling Experience working with high-volume production systems Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead technical initiatives Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Additional Information SFIA Level: 4 & 5 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Diversity & Inclusion Scrumconnect is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and communities, and we are dedicated to building diverse teams that reflect the people and organisations we serve.

Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack) - Warminster, Hybrid - Security Cleared - Up to 90,000 We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering innovative software for large-scale, mission critical programmes. This is an opportunity to work on complex technical challenges where you'll have genuine influence over architecture, engineering standards and the products you build. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and developing modern, scalable applications across the full technology stack. You'll collaborate closely with engineers, product teams and customers to build intuitive user experiences, resilient backend services and robust integrations with wider enterprise systems. This is a hands-on engineering position with real ownership, where you'll help define technical direction while mentoring others and driving engineering excellence. What You'll Be Doing Designing and building full stack applications from frontend through to backend and database Developing modern web applications using Angular, Java and SQL technologies Creating APIs and integrations with enterprise platforms and external systems Building secure, scalable and maintainable software with quality built in from day one Working with event-driven architectures and near real-time data where appropriate Improving CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, observability and engineering best practices Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders to shape requirements and deliver high-quality solutions Mentoring fellow engineers and contributing to a strong engineering culture Key Experience Required You'll be an experienced software engineer who enjoys taking ownership and solving challenging technical problems. You'll ideally have experience with: Full stack software development in commercial environments Angular or another modern TypeScript frontend framework Java backend development SQL databases and API development System integration and enterprise application development CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and DevOps practices Software architecture and scalable system design Agile delivery and collaborative development practices Just as importantly, you'll be someone who: Enjoys working through ambiguity and solving complex problems Communicates confidently with both technical and business stakeholders Takes pride in writing clean, maintainable code Cares about user experience as much as technical quality Supports and mentors other engineers Security Requirements Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be UK Nationals and eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). Candidates already holding active SC clearance are encouraged to apply. Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack) - Warminster, Hybrid - Security Cleared - Up to 90,000

Platform Engineer +DV cleared months +4 days on site in London +Inside IR35 + 550 - 650 a day We're looking for an experienced DV Cleared Platform Engineer to join a high-profile programme delivering cutting-edge AI capabilities for UK Defence. Working in partnership with the Ministry of Defence through our Managed Services team, you'll play a key role in building and supporting the platforms that underpin one of the UK's most significant AI initiatives. You'll be working with a modern, cloud-native technology stack, helping to design, deploy and maintain secure, scalable infrastructure in a highly collaborative engineering environment. Technology Stack Python React MongoDB Palantir Kubernetes VMware AWS Azure What You'll Bring Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance Strong experience as a Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer or Infrastructure Engineer Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerised environments Experience with cloud platforms, including AWS and/or Azure Knowledge of VMware technologies Automation and scripting skills, ideally with Python Experience supporting secure, mission-critical environments What's on Offer Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant AI programmes within the defence sector Cutting-edge cloud and platform technologies Long-term programme with meaningful technical challenges Collaborative engineering environment supporting future defence capabilities If you'd like to discuss this Platform Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

DevOps Architect +9 months + +DV cleared +Hybrid 2 days a week on site in Corsham +Inside IR35 + 650 - 700 a day We're looking for an experienced DevOps Architect to join a high-profile UK Government programme, designing and delivering secure DevOps platforms within highly secure, air-gapped environments. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the DevOps capability that underpins critical national infrastructure, working with modern tooling and providing technical leadership across architecture, automation and platform assurance. The Role You'll lead the design, implementation and ongoing assurance of secure DevOps tooling, ensuring solutions meet stringent security and accreditation standards while enabling efficient software delivery in disconnected environments. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement secure DevOps platforms using GitLab, Jira, Confluence and Ansible Design integrated CI/CD solutions for air-gapped environments Develop secure software promotion, patching and update processes Define toolchain integration and automation strategies Champion Infrastructure as Code, automation and DevOps best practices Produce High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLDs/LLDs), operational documentation and security artefacts Conduct technical design reviews, security assurance and compliance activities Support platform optimisation, troubleshooting and stakeholder engagement across secure customer sites Essential Skills Active DV Clearance Proven experience as a DevOps Architect or Senior DevOps Engineer within secure or regulated environments Strong expertise with: GitLab (CI/CD, repositories, runners and security) Jira Confluence Ansible VMware technologies Experience designing and supporting DevOps platforms in offline/air-gapped environments Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code, configuration management and automation Experience producing HLDs, LLDs, SOPs, runbooks and security documentation Scripting experience with Bash, Python and Ansible YAML Knowledge of secure build and release management, access control and audit requirements Experience supporting security accreditation and assurance activities If you'd like to discuss this DevOps Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

SC Cleared Azure DevOps Engineer Initial 3-month Contract 2 days a week in London 400 - 450, Inside IR35 We're recruiting on behalf of a Global Services Provider who are looking for an SC Cleared Azure DevOps Engineer to support the delivery and operation of a large-scale Azure cloud platform within a secure government environment. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Develop and manage Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or Bicep) Implement monitoring, logging and alerting solutions using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to improve platform reliability Ensure security, compliance and governance controls are embedded across the platform, including Azure Key Vault, Azure Entra ID and Azure Policy Support deployment, release management, testing and environment provisioning activities Collaborate with infrastructure and engineering teams to improve platform performance and delivery Produce and maintain technical documentation Requirements: Strong Azure DevOps experience within Azure cloud environments Active SC Clearance (essential) Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or Bicep) Experience with Azure Key Vault, Azure Entra ID (Azure AD) and Azure Policy Knowledge of Azure security, monitoring and identity management Experience with Docker, Kubernetes (AKS) and Git Exposure to or experience with Microsoft Fabric (desirable) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Technical Transformation Lead Must have an Active DV Clearance Working within the customer Design Authority, you will provide technical governance, establish engineering standards and ensure technical solutions and artefacts meet agreed quality and assurance requirements. This is a senior technical transformation position suited to someone with broad engineering knowledge who understands how to improve engineering delivery across complex, multi-supplier environments. Technical Transformation Lead Responsibilities Lead the engineering transformation across a complex MOD technology programme. Develop and maintain the programme engineering strategy, ensuring technical delivery supports agreed cost, quality and timescale commitments. Align cloud, network, infrastructure, workplace, software, support and service management workstreams. Establish consistent engineering processes, standards, governance and life cycle guidance across technical teams. Work within the customer Design Authority and lead technical governance and assurance activities. Ensure suppliers produce consistent, governed and assured technical designs, documentation and engineering artefacts. Establish a pragmatic delivery approach using Agile, Scrum, SAFe and ITIL principles where appropriate. Support the transition from programme delivery into a stable, ITIL-aligned live service. Define engineering and automation tooling requirements across the programme. Drive improvements across DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code and engineering automation. Lead technical teams, suppliers and the Engineering Community of Practice. Influence senior customer, programme, architecture, engineering and supplier stakeholders. Technical Transformation Lead Skills and Experience Significant experience in senior engineering, architecture or technical transformation leadership roles. Broad technical knowledge across cloud, platforms, infrastructure, networks, workplace technologies, software engineering or service operations. Strong experience of engineering governance and working within Design Authority environments. Experience implementing or improving engineering processes and standards across multiple technical workstreams. Experience delivering complex cloud, infrastructure, platform, engineering or DevOps transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Agile and ITIL delivery within complex enterprise technology environments. Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code and automation. Experience leading technical teams and managing complex supplier relationships. Strong senior stakeholder management with the ability to influence customers, architects, programme leadership and suppliers. Experience within MOD, Defence, secure government or similarly regulated technology environments. SAFe experience is strongly desirable but not essential. Strong understanding of transitioning complex technology programmes into ITIL-aligned live service operations. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Lead Technical Architect - SC Cleared - Remote - £600 per day - Inside IR35 The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Lead Technical Architect to support our public sector client. This is a senior, hands-on architecture role where you'll help shape and deliver complex, secure network and infrastructure solutions, working across multiple teams and engaging with senior stakeholders, government organisations and external partners. You'll play a key role in defining technical strategy and roadmaps while ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, reliable and aligned with the wider enterprise architecture. What You'll Be Doing As Lead Technical Architect, you'll work closely with the Principal Technical Architect and wider architecture community to: Shape and maintain enterprise-level technical strategies, architectures and roadmaps. Lead the design and delivery of complex infrastructure and network solutions. Conduct and oversee technical design reviews, championing Secure by Design principles. Work with cross-government teams, third-party suppliers and external partners to deliver integrated solutions. Provide architectural leadership across multiple projects, balancing immediate delivery requirements with longer-term scalability and maintainability. Support the development and presentation of technical proposals to Technical Design Authorities and Security Boards . Support security and compliance activities relating to the hosting and migration of SD-WAN services . Identify technical risks and help teams navigate architecture, security, budget and delivery considerations. Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to modernise and improve the technology estate. Mentor and coach Technical Architects, helping develop technical capability and architectural best practice across the wider team. What We're Looking For You'll be an experienced Technical Architect with a strong background in network engineering and complex infrastructure environments . You'll ideally hold CCNP certification , or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience across: Networking concepts, switching and routing Firewalling and load balancing Cisco SD-WAN technologies BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) Designing secure, reliable and scalable technical solutions Leading complex technical architectures and design decisions Working across multiple projects, suppliers and technical domains Translating strategic requirements into practical technical solutions Working with senior technical and non-technical stakeholders Leading, coaching or mentoring architects and other technical professionals You'll be comfortable taking ownership of complex technical challenges and communicating architecture decisions clearly to audiences ranging from engineering teams through to senior leadership. Desirable Experience It would also be beneficial if you have: Experience with Agile and DevOps environments. Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF . Experience delivering large-scale technology transformation or complex systems integration programmes. A BCS Certificate in Enterprise and Solution Architecture and/or TOGAF Foundation certification . An understanding of emerging technologies including cloud, AI and IoT. The Assignment This is an excellent opportunity for a senior architect who combines deep network engineering knowledge with strong architecture leadership skills and wants to contribute to a complex, high-profile government technology programme. Interested? Apply now to discuss the role and programme in more detail. This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices. This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

DV Cleared DevOps Architect - Secure Platforms Location: Fulltime onsite at a secure UK Site (Farnborough, Erskine or Newcastle with Two days a week in Corsham p/w) Contract: Initial 7 Months - £95 p/h Inside IR35 Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required, please do NOT apply if you do not hold DV clearance. We are seeking an experienced DV cleared contract DevOps Architect to lead the design, implementation and assurance of secure DevOps tooling platforms within highly regulated, air-gapped environments. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll architect and deliver integrated DevOps capabilities supporting critical UK Government programmes. Working closely with engineering, security and operational teams, you'll ensure the DevOps toolchain is secure, resilient, automated and fully aligned with strict security and accreditation requirements. If you have extensive experience designing DevOps platforms in secure environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we'd like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design and implementation of enterprise DevOps platforms. Design and integrate secure DevOps ecosystems within offline (air-gapped) environments. Build and optimise CI/CD pipelines using GitLab. Design workflows and reporting within Jira. Develop structured documentation and knowledge management solutions using Confluence. Deliver automation and configuration management using Ansible. Design secure software promotion, patching and update processes for disconnected environments. Implement Infrastructure as Code and automation best practices. Conduct technical design reviews, security assessments and compliance assurance activities. Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs), security documentation and operational runbooks. Work closely with delivery, infrastructure and security teams across secure customer sites. Travel to the Corsham site Two days per week Essential Skills & Experience DV Cleared currently Proven experience as a DevOps Architect or Senior DevOps Engineer within secure or highly regulated environments. Experience designing and supporting DevOps platforms within air-gapped/offline environments. GitLab (Repositories, Runners, CI/CD Pipelines) Confluence Ansible Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Configuration Management CI/CD Secure software delivery Experience managing package repositories, artefact repositories and controlled software updates. Knowledge of build and release management, access control, auditability and change traceability. Experience with VMware technologies. Experience producing technical documentation including HLDs, LLDs, SOPs and security architecture documentation. What's on offer Initial 7-month contract with the potential for extension. Opportunity to work on nationally significant, security-sensitive programmes. Highly technical architecture role with real ownership and influence. Work alongside experienced DevOps, Infrastructure and Security specialists using modern automation and platform technologies. If you're an experienced DevOps Architect with a background in secure platforms, automation and air-gapped environments, we'd like to hear from you.

Role: Quality Assurance Manager Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid typically, 1-2 days a week on-site) Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 depending on experience Due to continued growth and the success of a market-leading AI-powered platform used across central government, our client is seeking an experienced Software QA Manager to play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability and compliance of software products and services. This is a hands-on software quality assurance position, working closely with software engineering, data science, project management and technical leadership teams. You will be responsible for driving quality assurance activities across the full software development lifecycle, ensuring robust testing practices, quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives are embedded into delivery. As the lead for software quality, you will act as the primary point of contact for QA-related matters across multiple concurrent projects, supporting the delivery of innovative solutions used by major UK Government departments. You will collaborate with development teams to define testing strategies, improve QA processes, oversee defect management and ensure solutions meet both customer and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will contribute to product and design reviews, support independent testing activities, analyse quality metrics, facilitate root cause investigations and help drive a culture of quality across the organisation. You will also work closely with stakeholders to ensure software solutions align with ISO standards, security requirements and best practice software engineering principles. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage software quality assurance activities across multiple projects and releases. Develop, implement and continuously improve QA processes, standards and testing methodologies. Work closely with Software Engineering, Data Science and Project teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the SDLC. Define and oversee test strategies, test plans, defect management and release quality controls. Act as the primary escalation point for software quality issues and ensure timely resolution. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities to address recurring defects and quality concerns. Participate in requirement, design and technical reviews to identify risks and quality improvements early. Review and approve software quality and technical documentation. Monitor QA metrics and provide reporting, insights and recommendations to improve product quality. Support independent testing and act as a witness during formal testing activities where required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, promoting a strong quality-first culture. Support customer engagements, audits and compliance activities relating to quality, security and software delivery standards. Skills and Experience Required Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years' experience in a Software Quality Assurance Manager, QA Lead or Senior Software QA role within a software development environment. Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Experience developing and implementing software QA frameworks, processes and testing standards. Proven experience managing software quality across multiple concurrent projects. Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, defect management and quality metrics. Experience working with development lifecycle tools such as Jira, GitLab or equivalent platforms. Experience conducting root cause analysis and driving corrective and preventative actions. Ability to review technical documentation and provide quality-focused recommendations. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong problem-solving, organisational and decision-making capabilities. Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Quality or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience. Currently hold SC Clearance or be eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience working within highly regulated, government, defence or public sector environments. Knowledge of quality and compliance frameworks including ISO 9001, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001. Experience supporting software audits, accreditation or certification activities. Exposure to AI, machine learning, data analytics or data-driven software products. Familiarity with DevOps and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices. Personal Attributes Passionate about software quality and continuous improvement. Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving. Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence teams and drive quality best practice. Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced and evolving environments. Please note: Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) and be willing to undergo the clearance process if not already cleared. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.