Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are now looking for a Staff Android Developer to join the Apps Experience team. We build the Guardian Android app primarily in Kotlin (and Java). With over 5 million downloads and as one of the UK's top 10 news apps on Google Play, we're trusted by millions of readers to deliver a fast, reliable and accessible experience. As a Staff Android Engineer, you'll help shape the technical direction while remaining a hands-on engineer. of an app used by millions, influencing architecture, engineering standards and developer experience across multiple teams. About the role Lead the technical direction of our Android platform, influencing architecture and engineering decisions across multiple teams. Build high-quality Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android technologies. Drive improvements in performance, reliability, accessibility and maintainability. Champion engineering excellence through testing, automation, CI/CD and modern development practices. Mentor and coach engineers, sharing knowledge and helping teams solve complex technical challenges. Collaborate closely with iOS, backend, product and design teams to deliver cohesive user experiences. You'll have the autonomy to shape technical strategy and lead improvements that benefit engineers and millions of users alike. Take ownership of technical initiatives or features from discovery through to delivery, balancing long-term technical health with delivering value to users. About you Extensive experience as an Android engineer with deep expertise in Kotlin and modern Android development, including Jetpack Compose, Coroutines & Flow, MVVM, WebViews, Jetpack libraries and modular application architectures. Experience designing scalable, maintainable mobile architectures and evolving applications over time. You champion a culture of quality, shaping testing strategies and helping teams adopt effective unit, integration and UI testing practices to deliver reliable, maintainable software. You have the ability to influence technical direction, establish engineering best practices and raise the engineering bar across multiple teams. You demonstrate a curious mindset, always looking for opportunities to improve products, engineering practices and developer experience. We regularly make time to explore new ideas through hack days and technical innovation. You show an appreciation for cross-platform development and enjoy collaborating with iOS and backend engineers. We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media Our developers operate in a hybrid environment working 1 day a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 4 days a week remotely. We believe in salary transparency where possible. The starting salary for new Staff Apps Developers at the Guardian is £92,000 per annum. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements. How to apply To apply, please upload your latest CV. We don't require a cover letter but we'll ask you a question about your experience as an android developer as part of the application questionnaire. This question should take no longer than 5 minutes to answer, so please factor in the extra time when applying. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. Thank you for bearing with us during the screening process. The closing date for applications is Monday 24th August 2026. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. Benefits at the Guardian You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture and wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learning and development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. We value honesty in your application. AI generated content must not be presented as your own work. Please review our guidance on the use of AI in your application here.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are now looking for a Staff Android Developer to join the Apps Experience team. We build the Guardian Android app primarily in Kotlin (and Java). With over 5 million downloads and as one of the UK's top 10 news apps on Google Play, we're trusted by millions of readers to deliver a fast, reliable and accessible experience. As a Staff Android Engineer, you'll help shape the technical direction while remaining a hands-on engineer. of an app used by millions, influencing architecture, engineering standards and developer experience across multiple teams. About the role Lead the technical direction of our Android platform, influencing architecture and engineering decisions across multiple teams. Build high-quality Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android technologies. Drive improvements in performance, reliability, accessibility and maintainability. Champion engineering excellence through testing, automation, CI/CD and modern development practices. Mentor and coach engineers, sharing knowledge and helping teams solve complex technical challenges. Collaborate closely with iOS, backend, product and design teams to deliver cohesive user experiences. You'll have the autonomy to shape technical strategy and lead improvements that benefit engineers and millions of users alike. Take ownership of technical initiatives or features from discovery through to delivery, balancing long-term technical health with delivering value to users. About you Extensive experience as an Android engineer with deep expertise in Kotlin and modern Android development, including Jetpack Compose, Coroutines & Flow, MVVM, WebViews, Jetpack libraries and modular application architectures. Experience designing scalable, maintainable mobile architectures and evolving applications over time. You champion a culture of quality, shaping testing strategies and helping teams adopt effective unit, integration and UI testing practices to deliver reliable, maintainable software. You have the ability to influence technical direction, establish engineering best practices and raise the engineering bar across multiple teams. You demonstrate a curious mindset, always looking for opportunities to improve products, engineering practices and developer experience. We regularly make time to explore new ideas through hack days and technical innovation. You show an appreciation for cross-platform development and enjoy collaborating with iOS and backend engineers. We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media Our developers operate in a hybrid environment working 1 day a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 4 days a week remotely. We believe in salary transparency where possible. The starting salary for new Staff Apps Developers at the Guardian is £92,000 per annum. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements. How to apply To apply, please upload your latest CV. We don't require a cover letter but we'll ask you a question about your experience as an android developer as part of the application questionnaire. This question should take no longer than 5 minutes to answer, so please factor in the extra time when applying. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. Thank you for bearing with us during the screening process. The closing date for applications is Monday 24th August 2026. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. Benefits at the Guardian You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture and wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learning and development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. We value honesty in your application. AI generated content must not be presented as your own work. Please review our guidance on the use of AI in your application here.
Event Driven SME Software Engineer Contract: Inside IR35 Location: Sheffield - 2-3 days per week We're looking for an experienced Event Driven SME Software Engineer to join a greenfield project building a large-scale, high-throughput platform processing billions of cloud telemetry and log events every day. You'll be hands-on with the design and engineering of event-driven data ingestion and streaming capabilities, helping shape the architecture, engineering standards and testing strategy across the platform. Key Responsibilities Build high-volume, event-driven data ingestion pipelines across multiple Cloud Service Providers. Design and engineer streaming solutions using Kafka and Flink, with Java-based services and jobs. Deploy and operate cloud-based services with a focus on scalability, resilience, security and observability. Contribute to technical architecture covering event schemas, partitioning, ordering, state, replay, retention and failure handling. Optimise solutions for performance and cost at significant scale. Establish mature automated testing across unit, integration, contract, end-to-end and performance testing. Work with cloud-native data collection approaches across AWS, Azure and GCP. Contribute to CI/CD, infrastructure automation and operational best practices. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering large-scale event-driven systems in production. Strong hands-on Kafka experience, including partitioning, consumer groups, ordering, schema evolution, retention and replay. Strong hands-on Flink or equivalent stream-processing experience, including stateful processing, checkpoints, back-pressure and delivery semantics. Excellent software engineering skills, with strong knowledge of clean code, design patterns, microservices, TDD/BDD and performance engineering. Strong cloud engineering experience, ideally AWS. Demonstrable experience building robust automated testing strategies and driving a quality-first engineering culture. Strong understanding of scalability, performance, bottlenecks and cost optimisation at high volumes. Desirable Multi-cloud telemetry/log collection experience across AWS, Azure and GCP. Terraform and Infrastructure as Code. Strong CI/CD and automated deployment experience. Experience contributing to cloud/application architecture while remaining hands-on technically. Observability and SRE practices. This is a genuinely hands-on SME role for someone who can make architectural decisions, write production-quality code and build platforms that are scalable, resilient, testable and cost-effective.
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
Event Driven SME Software Engineer Contract: Inside IR35 Location: Sheffield - 2-3 days per week We're looking for an experienced Event Driven SME Software Engineer to join a greenfield project building a large-scale, high-throughput platform processing billions of cloud telemetry and log events every day. You'll be hands-on with the design and engineering of event-driven data ingestion and streaming capabilities, helping shape the architecture, engineering standards and testing strategy across the platform. Key Responsibilities Build high-volume, event-driven data ingestion pipelines across multiple Cloud Service Providers. Design and engineer streaming solutions using Kafka and Flink, with Java-based services and jobs. Deploy and operate cloud-based services with a focus on scalability, resilience, security and observability. Contribute to technical architecture covering event schemas, partitioning, ordering, state, replay, retention and failure handling. Optimise solutions for performance and cost at significant scale. Establish mature automated testing across unit, integration, contract, end-to-end and performance testing. Work with cloud-native data collection approaches across AWS, Azure and GCP. Contribute to CI/CD, infrastructure automation and operational best practices. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering large-scale event-driven systems in production. Strong hands-on Kafka experience, including partitioning, consumer groups, ordering, schema evolution, retention and replay. Strong hands-on Flink or equivalent stream-processing experience, including stateful processing, checkpoints, back-pressure and delivery semantics. Excellent software engineering skills, with strong knowledge of clean code, design patterns, microservices, TDD/BDD and performance engineering. Strong cloud engineering experience, ideally AWS. Demonstrable experience building robust automated testing strategies and driving a quality-first engineering culture. Strong understanding of scalability, performance, bottlenecks and cost optimisation at high volumes. Desirable Multi-cloud telemetry/log collection experience across AWS, Azure and GCP. Terraform and Infrastructure as Code. Strong CI/CD and automated deployment experience. Experience contributing to cloud/application architecture while remaining hands-on technically. Observability and SRE practices. This is a genuinely hands-on SME role for someone who can make architectural decisions, write production-quality code and build platforms that are scalable, resilient, testable and cost-effective.
SaaS Software Architect Solutions Architect SaaS, JavaScript, NodeJS, VueJS, .Net Hampshire (South) (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week onsite) 95,000 + benefits Ready to architect platforms that operate at serious scale? We're partnered with a fast-scaling UK SaaS company building high-performance, data-driven platforms used by commercial teams to better understand and engage their customers. They're now looking for a Software Architect to shape the next generation of their customer-facing systems; designing scalable, cloud-first solutions capable of handling high data throughput and large data sets. The Environment The platform has evolved from a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation into a modern stack including: NestJS, NodeJS, Vue Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake AWS (cloud-first architecture) Strong .NET Architects who've worked in modern cloud and micro-services environments, or who can operate confidently across Node/TypeScript ecosystems, are absolutely encouraged to apply. What matters most is architectural depth, SaaS scalability experience, and strong engineering principles. The Role This is ideal for someone who has progressed from hands-on engineering into architecture and still understands what great code and great systems look like. What We're Looking For 2+ years in a Software Architect role Strong engineering background (C#/.NET or modern JavaScript stacks) Experience within established B2B SaaS environments Deep knowledge of cloud architecture (ideally AWS) Experience with microservices, event-driven systems Strong understanding of OLAP, OLTP, ETL & data warehousing DevOps-first mindset Excellent stakeholder engagement skills Interested? If you're an Architect who wants real influence in a scaling SaaS environment, get in touch! Apply now: hit apply to upload your CV or contact Steve .co. uk. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
SaaS Software Architect Solutions Architect SaaS, JavaScript, NodeJS, VueJS, .Net Hampshire (South) (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week onsite) 95,000 + benefits Ready to architect platforms that operate at serious scale? We're partnered with a fast-scaling UK SaaS company building high-performance, data-driven platforms used by commercial teams to better understand and engage their customers. They're now looking for a Software Architect to shape the next generation of their customer-facing systems; designing scalable, cloud-first solutions capable of handling high data throughput and large data sets. The Environment The platform has evolved from a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation into a modern stack including: NestJS, NodeJS, Vue Redis, SQL Server & Snowflake AWS (cloud-first architecture) Strong .NET Architects who've worked in modern cloud and micro-services environments, or who can operate confidently across Node/TypeScript ecosystems, are absolutely encouraged to apply. What matters most is architectural depth, SaaS scalability experience, and strong engineering principles. The Role This is ideal for someone who has progressed from hands-on engineering into architecture and still understands what great code and great systems look like. What We're Looking For 2+ years in a Software Architect role Strong engineering background (C#/.NET or modern JavaScript stacks) Experience within established B2B SaaS environments Deep knowledge of cloud architecture (ideally AWS) Experience with microservices, event-driven systems Strong understanding of OLAP, OLTP, ETL & data warehousing DevOps-first mindset Excellent stakeholder engagement skills Interested? If you're an Architect who wants real influence in a scaling SaaS environment, get in touch! Apply now: hit apply to upload your CV or contact Steve .co. uk. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels, with over 40 production sites across four continents. Our Chirk facility in Wrexham, Wales is one of the largest and most advanced wood panel manufacturing plants in the UK. As we continue to invest in technology and digital transformation, we are creating new roles to harness the power of artificial intelligence and drive operational excellence. Job Description This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for a technically minded individual to join Kronospan's growing digital capability. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer will play a hands-on role in designing, testing, and refining AI prompt solutions that improve business processes across finance, operations, and administration. You will work at the intersection of language, logic, and technology, helping the organisation unlock real value from large language models (LLMs) and AI tools. Key Responsibilities Include Prompt Design and Development: Design, write, and iterate on prompts for LLM-based tools and internal AI assistants. Build and maintain a prompt library to standardise best practices across the business. Develop prompt templates for recurring business tasks such as report summarisation, data extraction, and document drafting. Test prompt performance systematically and document outcomes. AI Tool Integration and Support: Support the deployment and configuration of AI tools integrated into business workflows. Collaborate with finance, operations, and IT teams to identify use cases for AI automation. Assist in building lightweight prototypes and proofs of concept using AI APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI). Contribute to the development of internal tools and dashboards that surface AI outputs. Research and Continuous Improvement: Stay current with developments in generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering techniques. Evaluate new AI tools and models for potential business application. Document learnings and share knowledge with the wider team. Reporting and Communication: Provide regular progress updates and demonstrations to the CFO and other stakeholders. Produce clear documentation for all prompts, workflows, and AI implementations. Assist in preparing briefings and reports on AI initiatives for senior leadership. Qualifications Essential Skills and Experience: A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Linguistics, or a related field OR demonstrable equivalent practical experience. Genuine interest in and working knowledge of large language models and generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot). Solid written English skills able to craft precise, structured instructions and documentation. Logical, analytical mindset with a methodical approach to problem-solving. Basic programming or scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, or similar) sufficient to work with APIs and automate simple tasks. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Desirable Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience with AI / LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.). Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques such as chain-of-thought, few-shot prompting, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), or system prompt design. Experience with version control (Git) and structured documentation practices. Exposure to business intelligence or data tools (Power BI, Excel, SQL). Understanding of manufacturing, finance, or industrial business processes. Experience building simple web applications, internal tools, or automation workflows. Awareness of AI ethics, data governance, and responsible AI principles. Personal Attributes: Curious and self-motivated someone who keeps up with a fast-moving field. Clear communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Proactive in spotting opportunities for improvement and willing to suggest ideas. Reliable and professional, suited to a structured Monday Friday onsite environment. A collaborative team player who is comfortable working cross-functionally. Additional Information: A unique opportunity to shape AI adoption at a global manufacturing leader. Direct visibility and mentorship from the CFO and senior leadership team. On-the-job learning in a complex, fast-paced industrial environment. Competitive junior salary with potential for rapid progression as the AI function grows. Stable, full-time onsite role with a clear Monday Friday schedule. Access to the latest AI tools and technologies. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer Chirk, Wrexham Full-Time, Permanent Kronospan is one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels, with over 40 production sites across four continents. Our Chirk facility in Wrexham, Wales is one of the largest and most advanced wood panel manufacturing plants in the UK. As we continue to invest in technology and digital transformation, we are creating new roles to harness the power of artificial intelligence and drive operational excellence. Job Description This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for a technically minded individual to join Kronospan's growing digital capability. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Junior Prompt Engineer / Developer will play a hands-on role in designing, testing, and refining AI prompt solutions that improve business processes across finance, operations, and administration. You will work at the intersection of language, logic, and technology, helping the organisation unlock real value from large language models (LLMs) and AI tools. Key Responsibilities Include Prompt Design and Development: Design, write, and iterate on prompts for LLM-based tools and internal AI assistants. Build and maintain a prompt library to standardise best practices across the business. Develop prompt templates for recurring business tasks such as report summarisation, data extraction, and document drafting. Test prompt performance systematically and document outcomes. AI Tool Integration and Support: Support the deployment and configuration of AI tools integrated into business workflows. Collaborate with finance, operations, and IT teams to identify use cases for AI automation. Assist in building lightweight prototypes and proofs of concept using AI APIs (e.g. OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI). Contribute to the development of internal tools and dashboards that surface AI outputs. Research and Continuous Improvement: Stay current with developments in generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering techniques. Evaluate new AI tools and models for potential business application. Document learnings and share knowledge with the wider team. Reporting and Communication: Provide regular progress updates and demonstrations to the CFO and other stakeholders. Produce clear documentation for all prompts, workflows, and AI implementations. Assist in preparing briefings and reports on AI initiatives for senior leadership. Qualifications Essential Skills and Experience: A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Linguistics, or a related field OR demonstrable equivalent practical experience. Genuine interest in and working knowledge of large language models and generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot). Solid written English skills able to craft precise, structured instructions and documentation. Logical, analytical mindset with a methodical approach to problem-solving. Basic programming or scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, or similar) sufficient to work with APIs and automate simple tasks. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Desirable Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience with AI / LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Azure OpenAI, Hugging Face, etc.). Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques such as chain-of-thought, few-shot prompting, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), or system prompt design. Experience with version control (Git) and structured documentation practices. Exposure to business intelligence or data tools (Power BI, Excel, SQL). Understanding of manufacturing, finance, or industrial business processes. Experience building simple web applications, internal tools, or automation workflows. Awareness of AI ethics, data governance, and responsible AI principles. Personal Attributes: Curious and self-motivated someone who keeps up with a fast-moving field. Clear communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Proactive in spotting opportunities for improvement and willing to suggest ideas. Reliable and professional, suited to a structured Monday Friday onsite environment. A collaborative team player who is comfortable working cross-functionally. Additional Information: A unique opportunity to shape AI adoption at a global manufacturing leader. Direct visibility and mentorship from the CFO and senior leadership team. On-the-job learning in a complex, fast-paced industrial environment. Competitive junior salary with potential for rapid progression as the AI function grows. Stable, full-time onsite role with a clear Monday Friday schedule. Access to the latest AI tools and technologies. When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.
A leading technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a team responsible for developing and supporting critical software applications used to monitor, analyse, and optimise large-scale operational systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer to work on real-time data platforms, operational tooling, and service assurance solutions that provide valuable insights into complex network environments. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining software that supports business-critical operations, working closely with engineering teams, product stakeholders, and operational users. The role combines software development, system integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and delivering reliable, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and support software applications used within operational environments. Design and implement new features based on user and business requirements. Work closely with engineering teams to understand system architectures and ensure effective monitoring and data collection capabilities. Analyse system performance, troubleshoot issues, and support operational teams with fault diagnosis. Participate in software design, code reviews, testing, and documentation activities. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, product teams, and third-party suppliers to deliver effective solutions. Support the ongoing maintenance and improvement of operational systems. Identify opportunities to improve processes, tooling, and software reliability. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to deployment and support. Provide technical support for live operational systems, including occasional on-call responsibilities. Experience Required Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Strong hands-on experience developing software using Java within a real-time operational environment. Strong experience with JavaScript and Node.js development. Experience working with both Windows and Linux operating systems. Good understanding of IP networking and experience troubleshooting network issues using tools such as Wireshark or similar. Experience working with event streaming technologies such as Kafka. Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle. Experience producing high-quality, maintainable, and reusable software within a collaborative engineering environment. Understanding of object-oriented analysis, design principles, and common design patterns. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Awareness of software and network security best practices. Experience producing clear technical documentation to support ongoing development and operational support. Desirable Experience Real-time monitoring or service assurance platforms. Large-scale distributed systems. Data analysis and operational dashboards. Network management or telecommunications environments. Supporting production systems within a 24/7 operational environment. The Ideal Candidate You will be a proactive and curious engineer who enjoys understanding complex systems, identifying improvements, and developing practical solutions. You will have strong technical ownership, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and operational teams. This is an opportunity to contribute to highly visible software platforms that support critical services while working within a technically challenging and collaborative engineering environment. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus. Pension scheme and private healthcare. Professional development and training opportunities. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technologies. Collaborative engineering culture with exposure to complex international programmes. TT
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
A leading technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a team responsible for developing and supporting critical software applications used to monitor, analyse, and optimise large-scale operational systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer to work on real-time data platforms, operational tooling, and service assurance solutions that provide valuable insights into complex network environments. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining software that supports business-critical operations, working closely with engineering teams, product stakeholders, and operational users. The role combines software development, system integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and delivering reliable, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and support software applications used within operational environments. Design and implement new features based on user and business requirements. Work closely with engineering teams to understand system architectures and ensure effective monitoring and data collection capabilities. Analyse system performance, troubleshoot issues, and support operational teams with fault diagnosis. Participate in software design, code reviews, testing, and documentation activities. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, product teams, and third-party suppliers to deliver effective solutions. Support the ongoing maintenance and improvement of operational systems. Identify opportunities to improve processes, tooling, and software reliability. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to deployment and support. Provide technical support for live operational systems, including occasional on-call responsibilities. Experience Required Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Strong hands-on experience developing software using Java within a real-time operational environment. Strong experience with JavaScript and Node.js development. Experience working with both Windows and Linux operating systems. Good understanding of IP networking and experience troubleshooting network issues using tools such as Wireshark or similar. Experience working with event streaming technologies such as Kafka. Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle. Experience producing high-quality, maintainable, and reusable software within a collaborative engineering environment. Understanding of object-oriented analysis, design principles, and common design patterns. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Awareness of software and network security best practices. Experience producing clear technical documentation to support ongoing development and operational support. Desirable Experience Real-time monitoring or service assurance platforms. Large-scale distributed systems. Data analysis and operational dashboards. Network management or telecommunications environments. Supporting production systems within a 24/7 operational environment. The Ideal Candidate You will be a proactive and curious engineer who enjoys understanding complex systems, identifying improvements, and developing practical solutions. You will have strong technical ownership, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and operational teams. This is an opportunity to contribute to highly visible software platforms that support critical services while working within a technically challenging and collaborative engineering environment. Benefits Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus. Pension scheme and private healthcare. Professional development and training opportunities. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technologies. Collaborative engineering culture with exposure to complex international programmes. TT
Software QA Engineer 6 Month contract (Apply online only) InsideIR35 On site 2 days per week Swindon or London Key requirements: Building a test automation framework from scratch , including architecture decisions, setup, and ongoing maintenance Java for test automation , with the ability to write clean, reusable, and maintainable test code Proven ability to clearly explain the design approach and technology choices used when creating an automation framework (e.g. Java, Selenium, Cucumber) Solid experience implementing BDD frameworks using Cucumber , including feature writing, step definitions, and automation best practices If this sounds like you please reply with your most up to date CV. Unfortunately this role does not offer any sponsorship.
Aug 21, 2026
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Software QA Engineer 6 Month contract (Apply online only) InsideIR35 On site 2 days per week Swindon or London Key requirements: Building a test automation framework from scratch , including architecture decisions, setup, and ongoing maintenance Java for test automation , with the ability to write clean, reusable, and maintainable test code Proven ability to clearly explain the design approach and technology choices used when creating an automation framework (e.g. Java, Selenium, Cucumber) Solid experience implementing BDD frameworks using Cucumber , including feature writing, step definitions, and automation best practices If this sounds like you please reply with your most up to date CV. Unfortunately this role does not offer any sponsorship.
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1 of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users' needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1 of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users' needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Job Title: Senior Software Developer Organisation: Northern Ireland Assembly Contract: Temporary - Full Time Hours - Contract duration to end Feb 2027 Salary: AG7 - 36,122 (+ 7,542 salary supplement p.a.) As a Senior Software Developer within the Information Systems Office, you will be responsible for planning, developing and integrating related software components using an Agile approach. You will work across a wide spectrum of technology, from simple workflow database applications to highly complex, business-critical systems that interface with cloud technologies. Operating with a full understanding of whole-system architecture, you will write clean, secure code, mentor junior colleagues and collaborate directly with Assembly Members and staff to deliver essential public service solutions. Benefits Highly competitive salary fully aligned with public sector pay rates Enhanced holiday package Weekly pay Free onsite parking Randstad Refer-a-Friend scheme uncapped ( 300 per successful referral) Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of access to counselling What we need from you Completion of standard pre-appointment checks Full compliance with Assembly Commission staff policies, Equal Opportunities, Dignity at Work and mandatory training requirements Flexibility to carry out duties across various business areas as reasonably required Essential Qualifications Applicants must have: A Bachelor's (or higher) Degree in Computing, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a discipline with at least 50% computing content; AND at least 2 years' relevant experience in each of the core areas below; OR An HND or Foundation Degree in Computing or a discipline with at least 50% computing content; AND at least 3 years' relevant experience in each of the core areas below: Required Experience Areas: Application Development: Microsoft Visual Studio (2015+), C#.NET, ASP.NET, Web programming (HTML, JavaScript, CSS), MVC Architecture, Entity Framework, Azure Functions and Team Foundation Server/Azure DevOps. DevOps & Agile: Agile development processes, Azure DevOps, and Azure Boards (or similar). Database Design: Logical/physical data modelling, MS SQL Server (2012+) and Structured Query Language (SQL). Note: Applicants must explicitly detail module content to demonstrate 50%+ computing content where applicable. Responsibilities Agile Analysis & Solution Design: Plan and lead user story development, create technical specifications, design integrations with embedded security controls and manage cross-system dependencies. Software Development & Maintenance: Design, code, test, and document software using C#.NET, ASP.Net Core MVC, Azure Functions, EF Core and SQL Server, while supporting legacy VB.Net/WinForms systems. Cloud & CMS Integration: Support and provide technical guidance on Microsoft Azure, Office 365, Teams, and SharePoint, as well as 3rd-party CMS platforms (EPiServer, Umbraco). Operational & System Support: Maintain business-critical procedural systems for Plenary and Committee business, and provide ICT support, training and documentation to Assembly Members and staff. Leadership & Strategy: Line manage, coach, and quality-assure Software Developers, while assisting with project management, IT security and policy development. Get in touch with us today for a confidential chat and to review the full job description. Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Aug 21, 2026
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Job Title: Senior Software Developer Organisation: Northern Ireland Assembly Contract: Temporary - Full Time Hours - Contract duration to end Feb 2027 Salary: AG7 - 36,122 (+ 7,542 salary supplement p.a.) As a Senior Software Developer within the Information Systems Office, you will be responsible for planning, developing and integrating related software components using an Agile approach. You will work across a wide spectrum of technology, from simple workflow database applications to highly complex, business-critical systems that interface with cloud technologies. Operating with a full understanding of whole-system architecture, you will write clean, secure code, mentor junior colleagues and collaborate directly with Assembly Members and staff to deliver essential public service solutions. Benefits Highly competitive salary fully aligned with public sector pay rates Enhanced holiday package Weekly pay Free onsite parking Randstad Refer-a-Friend scheme uncapped ( 300 per successful referral) Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of access to counselling What we need from you Completion of standard pre-appointment checks Full compliance with Assembly Commission staff policies, Equal Opportunities, Dignity at Work and mandatory training requirements Flexibility to carry out duties across various business areas as reasonably required Essential Qualifications Applicants must have: A Bachelor's (or higher) Degree in Computing, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a discipline with at least 50% computing content; AND at least 2 years' relevant experience in each of the core areas below; OR An HND or Foundation Degree in Computing or a discipline with at least 50% computing content; AND at least 3 years' relevant experience in each of the core areas below: Required Experience Areas: Application Development: Microsoft Visual Studio (2015+), C#.NET, ASP.NET, Web programming (HTML, JavaScript, CSS), MVC Architecture, Entity Framework, Azure Functions and Team Foundation Server/Azure DevOps. DevOps & Agile: Agile development processes, Azure DevOps, and Azure Boards (or similar). Database Design: Logical/physical data modelling, MS SQL Server (2012+) and Structured Query Language (SQL). Note: Applicants must explicitly detail module content to demonstrate 50%+ computing content where applicable. Responsibilities Agile Analysis & Solution Design: Plan and lead user story development, create technical specifications, design integrations with embedded security controls and manage cross-system dependencies. Software Development & Maintenance: Design, code, test, and document software using C#.NET, ASP.Net Core MVC, Azure Functions, EF Core and SQL Server, while supporting legacy VB.Net/WinForms systems. Cloud & CMS Integration: Support and provide technical guidance on Microsoft Azure, Office 365, Teams, and SharePoint, as well as 3rd-party CMS platforms (EPiServer, Umbraco). Operational & System Support: Maintain business-critical procedural systems for Plenary and Committee business, and provide ICT support, training and documentation to Assembly Members and staff. Leadership & Strategy: Line manage, coach, and quality-assure Software Developers, while assisting with project management, IT security and policy development. Get in touch with us today for a confidential chat and to review the full job description. Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Tester Analyst Contract: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Circa 450 Inside IR35 Location: Reading Start Date: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC clearance We are looking for experienced SDP Tester Analysts to join a large-scale digital transformation programme, supporting the Test Manager across the SDP Value Streams: Cloud Hosting, Enterprise Services, End-Users, IDAM, and LSSI. As a Tester Analyst, you will take ownership of testing activities within your assigned value stream, working closely with Test Managers, Product Owners, developers, and wider technical stakeholders to ensure products meet business, technical, and security requirements. Key Responsibilities Analyse and review business requirements, HLDs, LLDs, User Stories, and Acceptance Criteria to ensure they are clear, complete, and testable. Quickly develop knowledge of SDP products and provide operational and techno-functional support where required. Design comprehensive test scenarios, test cases, and test plans based on requirements and acceptance criteria. Execute manual and automated functional and non-functional testing . Conduct usability, performance, load, security, regression, and other testing activities. Develop and maintain testing dashboards, providing clear visibility of progress, risks, and test status. Produce test reports at the end of each test execution. Identify, document, and manage defects through to resolution. Participate in defect reviews, daily testing meetings, and technical walkthroughs. Carry out follow-up and regression testing following defect resolution. Escalate testing risks, issues, and dependencies where appropriate. Skills & Experience Experience in a similar testing role, ideally within consulting or complex enterprise environments. Mandatory security clearance and experience working with restricted information. Strong background in IT, digital, technology, or software delivery environments. Proven experience in both manual and automated testing. Hands-on experience with tools/frameworks such as Selenium and BrowserStack. Experience in performance, load, and security testing, using tools such as JMeter, OWASP ZAP, or Burp Suite. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including integrating testing into automated delivery pipelines. Experience with Python, Java, and/or JavaScript. Experience using test and work management platforms such as Jira and Azure DevOps. Good understanding of Agile methodologies and Azure DevOps ways of working. Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate testing workloads across teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience producing executive-level reporting, dashboards, and test metrics. Advanced experience with Excel, Power BI, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar reporting and monitoring tools. Experience working within formal governance and demand-management frameworks. Experience with large-scale enterprise or digital transformation programmes. Experience coordinating testing across multiple technology streams. 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 21, 2026
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Tester Analyst Contract: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Circa 450 Inside IR35 Location: Reading Start Date: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC clearance We are looking for experienced SDP Tester Analysts to join a large-scale digital transformation programme, supporting the Test Manager across the SDP Value Streams: Cloud Hosting, Enterprise Services, End-Users, IDAM, and LSSI. As a Tester Analyst, you will take ownership of testing activities within your assigned value stream, working closely with Test Managers, Product Owners, developers, and wider technical stakeholders to ensure products meet business, technical, and security requirements. Key Responsibilities Analyse and review business requirements, HLDs, LLDs, User Stories, and Acceptance Criteria to ensure they are clear, complete, and testable. Quickly develop knowledge of SDP products and provide operational and techno-functional support where required. Design comprehensive test scenarios, test cases, and test plans based on requirements and acceptance criteria. Execute manual and automated functional and non-functional testing . Conduct usability, performance, load, security, regression, and other testing activities. Develop and maintain testing dashboards, providing clear visibility of progress, risks, and test status. Produce test reports at the end of each test execution. Identify, document, and manage defects through to resolution. Participate in defect reviews, daily testing meetings, and technical walkthroughs. Carry out follow-up and regression testing following defect resolution. Escalate testing risks, issues, and dependencies where appropriate. Skills & Experience Experience in a similar testing role, ideally within consulting or complex enterprise environments. Mandatory security clearance and experience working with restricted information. Strong background in IT, digital, technology, or software delivery environments. Proven experience in both manual and automated testing. Hands-on experience with tools/frameworks such as Selenium and BrowserStack. Experience in performance, load, and security testing, using tools such as JMeter, OWASP ZAP, or Burp Suite. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including integrating testing into automated delivery pipelines. Experience with Python, Java, and/or JavaScript. Experience using test and work management platforms such as Jira and Azure DevOps. Good understanding of Agile methodologies and Azure DevOps ways of working. Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate testing workloads across teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience producing executive-level reporting, dashboards, and test metrics. Advanced experience with Excel, Power BI, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar reporting and monitoring tools. Experience working within formal governance and demand-management frameworks. Experience with large-scale enterprise or digital transformation programmes. Experience coordinating testing across multiple technology streams. 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.
Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Software Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This role is integral to enhancing and securing modern technology platforms, ensuring the protection of critical national infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver engineering platform capabilities that facilitate building, testing, securing, and deploying services in a highly automated, CI/CD-driven environment. Design, implement, and evolve CI/CD pipelines, ensuring consistent, reliable, and repeatable delivery processes across multiple teams and services. Embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices to drive standardisation and scalability. Integrate security controls into engineering workflows, ensuring services are secure by design. Support and enable engineering teams by providing guidance, tooling, and best practices. Continuously optimise automation, identifying opportunities to remove repetitive manual tasks and improve the developer experience. Collaborate across development, security, and operations to promote end-to-end ownership of services. Maintain and improve engineering tooling and platforms, including source-code control systems, build systems, artifact repositories, and deployment frameworks. Job Requirements: Proficiency in software application development using languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C++, or C#. Experience with database technologies (e.g., Elastic, MySQL, SQL Server). Understanding of CI/CD platforms (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins) and source-code control (e.g., Git, GitOps). Knowledge of infrastructure management frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef). Familiarity with containerisation platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Helm). Experience with cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to integrate security controls into engineering workflows. Understanding of software and system validation, and test principles. Benefits: Opportunity to work on significant and challenging projects within the Defence & Security sector. Access to cutting-edge tools and infrastructure in a technology-first environment. Professional development and training opportunities. A collaborative and mission-focused work atmosphere. If you are an experienced Software Developer looking for an opportunity to contribute to national security and work with state-of-the-art technology, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the Defence & Security sector.
Aug 20, 2026
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Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Software Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This role is integral to enhancing and securing modern technology platforms, ensuring the protection of critical national infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver engineering platform capabilities that facilitate building, testing, securing, and deploying services in a highly automated, CI/CD-driven environment. Design, implement, and evolve CI/CD pipelines, ensuring consistent, reliable, and repeatable delivery processes across multiple teams and services. Embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices to drive standardisation and scalability. Integrate security controls into engineering workflows, ensuring services are secure by design. Support and enable engineering teams by providing guidance, tooling, and best practices. Continuously optimise automation, identifying opportunities to remove repetitive manual tasks and improve the developer experience. Collaborate across development, security, and operations to promote end-to-end ownership of services. Maintain and improve engineering tooling and platforms, including source-code control systems, build systems, artifact repositories, and deployment frameworks. Job Requirements: Proficiency in software application development using languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C++, or C#. Experience with database technologies (e.g., Elastic, MySQL, SQL Server). Understanding of CI/CD platforms (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins) and source-code control (e.g., Git, GitOps). Knowledge of infrastructure management frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef). Familiarity with containerisation platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Helm). Experience with cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to integrate security controls into engineering workflows. Understanding of software and system validation, and test principles. Benefits: Opportunity to work on significant and challenging projects within the Defence & Security sector. Access to cutting-edge tools and infrastructure in a technology-first environment. Professional development and training opportunities. A collaborative and mission-focused work atmosphere. If you are an experienced Software Developer looking for an opportunity to contribute to national security and work with state-of-the-art technology, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the Defence & Security sector.
DV Cleared AI & Palantir Engineers - Graduate to Senior Location: Central London (Hybrid) Salary: 40,000 - 100,000 + Performance Bonus + Excellent Benefits Security Clearance: Active UK DV Clearance Required Shape the Future of National Security & Advanced Technology We're partnering with an innovative organisation delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across some of the UK's most complex and high-impact programmes. We're looking for DV Cleared professionals with experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or Palantir Technologies to join a growing team based in Central London . Whether you're a recent graduate with active DV clearance or an experienced Senior Engineer , we'd love to hear from you. We're Looking For You may have experience in one or more of the following: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs) Palantir Foundry, Gotham or AIP Data Engineering & Data Analytics Software Engineering Python, Java or similar programming languages Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure or GCP) Data integration, modelling and visualisation Solving complex technical challenges within secure environments What You'll Bring Active UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance (essential) A passion for solving challenging technical problems Strong analytical and communication skills The ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams A desire to contribute to projects that make a real-world impact What's on Offer Competitive salary of 40,000 - 100,000 depending on experience Performance-related bonus Comprehensive company benefits package Clear career progression from Graduate through to Senior Engineer The opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies, including AI and Palantir Exposure to high-profile, mission-critical programmes A collaborative, high-performing technical environment Interested? If you hold active UK DV Clearance and have experience with AI, Machine Learning, Palantir Technologies , or related engineering disciplines, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about these exciting opportunities in Central London.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
DV Cleared AI & Palantir Engineers - Graduate to Senior Location: Central London (Hybrid) Salary: 40,000 - 100,000 + Performance Bonus + Excellent Benefits Security Clearance: Active UK DV Clearance Required Shape the Future of National Security & Advanced Technology We're partnering with an innovative organisation delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across some of the UK's most complex and high-impact programmes. We're looking for DV Cleared professionals with experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or Palantir Technologies to join a growing team based in Central London . Whether you're a recent graduate with active DV clearance or an experienced Senior Engineer , we'd love to hear from you. We're Looking For You may have experience in one or more of the following: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs) Palantir Foundry, Gotham or AIP Data Engineering & Data Analytics Software Engineering Python, Java or similar programming languages Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure or GCP) Data integration, modelling and visualisation Solving complex technical challenges within secure environments What You'll Bring Active UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance (essential) A passion for solving challenging technical problems Strong analytical and communication skills The ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams A desire to contribute to projects that make a real-world impact What's on Offer Competitive salary of 40,000 - 100,000 depending on experience Performance-related bonus Comprehensive company benefits package Clear career progression from Graduate through to Senior Engineer The opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies, including AI and Palantir Exposure to high-profile, mission-critical programmes A collaborative, high-performing technical environment Interested? If you hold active UK DV Clearance and have experience with AI, Machine Learning, Palantir Technologies , or related engineering disciplines, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about these exciting opportunities in Central London.
Senior Automation Engineer Playwright, Typescript, UI Testing, Java Hybrid Working, Southampton. 2 Days a week onsite. Applicants must be eligible for Security Clearance 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus & Benefits About the Role We're looking for an experienced Senior Lead Automation Engineer to join a large-scale project focused on onboarding a major public sector client and delivering highly secure communication services. The Senior Automation Engineer will help deliver high-quality, reliable software. You'll play a key role in defining test strategy, driving automation, and ensuring quality throughout the software development lifecycle in a collaborative Agile environment. Responsibilities Lead QA activities within the development team and champion quality. Design and execute test strategies for new products and features. Review solution designs to identify quality risks and recommend improvements. Develop and maintain end-to-end automated tests using Playwright. Perform manual and automated testing across UI and API layers. Monitor test and production environments and support defect resolution. Continuously improve test coverage, QA processes, and automation frameworks. Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality releases. Skills Required Strong experience in Automation Testing. Hands-on experience with UI and API automation testing. Strong knowledge of test design, automation, and QA best practices. Experience with Playwright and Java, JavaScript, or another object-oriented language. Experience writing SQL queries. Experience working with AWS and SaaS products. A solid understanding of Agile development practices. If you're passionate about automation testing, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to help shape the quality of a growing software platform, then please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Automation Engineer Playwright, Typescript, UI Testing, Java Hybrid Working, Southampton. 2 Days a week onsite. Applicants must be eligible for Security Clearance 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus & Benefits About the Role We're looking for an experienced Senior Lead Automation Engineer to join a large-scale project focused on onboarding a major public sector client and delivering highly secure communication services. The Senior Automation Engineer will help deliver high-quality, reliable software. You'll play a key role in defining test strategy, driving automation, and ensuring quality throughout the software development lifecycle in a collaborative Agile environment. Responsibilities Lead QA activities within the development team and champion quality. Design and execute test strategies for new products and features. Review solution designs to identify quality risks and recommend improvements. Develop and maintain end-to-end automated tests using Playwright. Perform manual and automated testing across UI and API layers. Monitor test and production environments and support defect resolution. Continuously improve test coverage, QA processes, and automation frameworks. Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality releases. Skills Required Strong experience in Automation Testing. Hands-on experience with UI and API automation testing. Strong knowledge of test design, automation, and QA best practices. Experience with Playwright and Java, JavaScript, or another object-oriented language. Experience writing SQL queries. Experience working with AWS and SaaS products. A solid understanding of Agile development practices. If you're passionate about automation testing, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to help shape the quality of a growing software platform, then please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1 of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users' needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1 of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users' needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Java & Cloud-Native Specialist Position Overview Mandatory Skills: Java, Kafka, AWS Infrastructure Services, GCP DevOps Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time Employee (FTE) Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Specialist with 5 to 7 years of professional experience in Core Java, React, and cloud-native architectures. In this role, you will design, develop, and support scalable, high-performance applications tailored specifically for the investment banking sector. Key Responsibilities & Technical Duties Architect and build dependable applications utilizing Core Java, ReactJS, and their associated ecosystems. Apply advanced multithreading techniques, data structures, and algorithms to implement efficient, high-scale software solutions. Create and maintain cloud-native deployments leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Kubernetes. Establish smooth front-to-back integration by implementing robust RESTful APIs and gRPC protocols. Develop fluid, highly intuitive user interfaces with JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3, managing state with tools like Redux or Context API. Integrate Apache Kafka to enable real-time data streaming and event-driven architectures. Incorporate Apache Ignite to serve as an in-memory data grid and caching framework. Partner with cross-functional business units to gather and unpack requirements, focusing heavily on investment banking operations and risk systems. Enforce strict code quality metrics through comprehensive testing coverage and engineering best practices. Proactively research and adopt new advancements across financial technology, Java, React, and cloud spaces. Isolate, debug, and troubleshoot complex application defects to optimize processing speed and uptime. Produce clear documentation tracking structural design, application architecture, and deployment procedures. Leadership & Agile Coordination Spearhead technical execution and development sprints across the full Java, React, and cloud-native stacks. Provide end-to-end oversight on integration pathways via clean REST and gRPC service patterns. Work hand-in-hand with DevOps teams to reinforce CI/CD pipelines and automate applications across AWS and Kubernetes environments. Coach and mentor less experienced engineering team members on Core Java, ReactJS, event streaming, and cloud architectures. Fully participate in standard Agile rituals, including sprint planning sessions, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Maintain deep accountability over safety guidelines, security compliance standards, and corporate development protocols. Keep performance metrics optimized by monitoring production environments and implementing iterative enhancements. Quickly triage and address live production bugs to guarantee high availability across critical workflows. Utilize specialized financial knowledge, specifically around risk infrastructure, to ensure technical outputs match operational objectives. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Java & Cloud-Native Specialist Position Overview Mandatory Skills: Java, Kafka, AWS Infrastructure Services, GCP DevOps Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time Employee (FTE) Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Specialist with 5 to 7 years of professional experience in Core Java, React, and cloud-native architectures. In this role, you will design, develop, and support scalable, high-performance applications tailored specifically for the investment banking sector. Key Responsibilities & Technical Duties Architect and build dependable applications utilizing Core Java, ReactJS, and their associated ecosystems. Apply advanced multithreading techniques, data structures, and algorithms to implement efficient, high-scale software solutions. Create and maintain cloud-native deployments leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Kubernetes. Establish smooth front-to-back integration by implementing robust RESTful APIs and gRPC protocols. Develop fluid, highly intuitive user interfaces with JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3, managing state with tools like Redux or Context API. Integrate Apache Kafka to enable real-time data streaming and event-driven architectures. Incorporate Apache Ignite to serve as an in-memory data grid and caching framework. Partner with cross-functional business units to gather and unpack requirements, focusing heavily on investment banking operations and risk systems. Enforce strict code quality metrics through comprehensive testing coverage and engineering best practices. Proactively research and adopt new advancements across financial technology, Java, React, and cloud spaces. Isolate, debug, and troubleshoot complex application defects to optimize processing speed and uptime. Produce clear documentation tracking structural design, application architecture, and deployment procedures. Leadership & Agile Coordination Spearhead technical execution and development sprints across the full Java, React, and cloud-native stacks. Provide end-to-end oversight on integration pathways via clean REST and gRPC service patterns. Work hand-in-hand with DevOps teams to reinforce CI/CD pipelines and automate applications across AWS and Kubernetes environments. Coach and mentor less experienced engineering team members on Core Java, ReactJS, event streaming, and cloud architectures. Fully participate in standard Agile rituals, including sprint planning sessions, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Maintain deep accountability over safety guidelines, security compliance standards, and corporate development protocols. Keep performance metrics optimized by monitoring production environments and implementing iterative enhancements. Quickly triage and address live production bugs to guarantee high availability across critical workflows. Utilize specialized financial knowledge, specifically around risk infrastructure, to ensure technical outputs match operational objectives. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Senior Java Engineer eDV or DV Cleared 70,000- 90,000 Cheltenham National Security Build software that enables analysts to turn complex, multi-source data into actionable intelligence. We're looking for experienced Java Engineers to develop secure, cloud-native platforms supporting some of the UK's most sensitive National Security programmes. You'll work across large-scale data ingestion, distributed systems, analyst tooling and secure microservices, solving complex engineering challenges in highly regulated environments. What you'll be building Java services and Apache NiFi data pipelines that ingest, enrich and process large-scale mission data Secure Spring Boot microservices deployed on OpenShift and Kubernetes Event-driven distributed systems using message brokers to connect services, data stores and processing pipelines Modern JavaScript applications and REST APIs that enable analysts to search, visualise and manage operational data Cross-domain solutions that move information securely between networks of different classifications Technology Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs Apache NiFi, distributed data processing, message brokers Kubernetes, OpenShift, cloud-native architecture JavaScript, web API integration and authentication GitLab, CI/CD, SecDevOps, observability Database technologies and distributed systems We're looking for Strong commercial Java development experience Experience building scalable microservices and distributed systems Spring Boot and cloud-native engineering expertise Experience working with Kubernetes or OpenShift A passion for clean, resilient software engineering Experience with Apache NiFi, secure environments or modern JavaScript is advantageous. Why join? Founded by engineers, this is a business where technical excellence comes first. You'll spend 10% of your time on learning and development, work alongside experienced engineers solving genuinely difficult problems, and build software that has a real operational impact. Benefits include: 10% pension contribution 10% dedicated learning and development time Relocation support 37.5-hour working week Current eDV or DV clearance, or recently active DV clearance, is essential. If you're looking for a Java role where distributed systems, secure engineering and modern cloud technologies come together to solve real-world problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Java Engineer eDV or DV Cleared 70,000- 90,000 Cheltenham National Security Build software that enables analysts to turn complex, multi-source data into actionable intelligence. We're looking for experienced Java Engineers to develop secure, cloud-native platforms supporting some of the UK's most sensitive National Security programmes. You'll work across large-scale data ingestion, distributed systems, analyst tooling and secure microservices, solving complex engineering challenges in highly regulated environments. What you'll be building Java services and Apache NiFi data pipelines that ingest, enrich and process large-scale mission data Secure Spring Boot microservices deployed on OpenShift and Kubernetes Event-driven distributed systems using message brokers to connect services, data stores and processing pipelines Modern JavaScript applications and REST APIs that enable analysts to search, visualise and manage operational data Cross-domain solutions that move information securely between networks of different classifications Technology Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs Apache NiFi, distributed data processing, message brokers Kubernetes, OpenShift, cloud-native architecture JavaScript, web API integration and authentication GitLab, CI/CD, SecDevOps, observability Database technologies and distributed systems We're looking for Strong commercial Java development experience Experience building scalable microservices and distributed systems Spring Boot and cloud-native engineering expertise Experience working with Kubernetes or OpenShift A passion for clean, resilient software engineering Experience with Apache NiFi, secure environments or modern JavaScript is advantageous. Why join? Founded by engineers, this is a business where technical excellence comes first. You'll spend 10% of your time on learning and development, work alongside experienced engineers solving genuinely difficult problems, and build software that has a real operational impact. Benefits include: 10% pension contribution 10% dedicated learning and development time Relocation support 37.5-hour working week Current eDV or DV clearance, or recently active DV clearance, is essential. If you're looking for a Java role where distributed systems, secure engineering and modern cloud technologies come together to solve real-world problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Senior QA Engineer (Defence Sector) Duration: 3 months inital (extension, likley) Rate: 400 per day (Outside IR35) Working Patterns: Remote (Infrequent on-site travel to London / Belfast) Other: Active SC Clearance - Preffered, SC eligable - must have (Fast-tracked SC sponsorship is provided) Project Requirments: We're seeking a Senior QA Engineer to assure the quality of complex software and data-intensive systems, delivered into secure, highly regulated environments. This role goes beyond traditional functional testing, focusing on validating data flows, ensuring data integrity, and verifying that analytical outputs produce accurate and repeatable results against known reference cases. Key experience we're looking for: - Experience testing data-intensive systems, including validation of data pipelines, transformations, and end-to-end data quality. - Ability to assess quantitative, analytical, or model-driven outputs and verify results against expected reference cases. - Strong QA/Test Engineering background with ownership of test strategy, quality processes, and acceptance evidence. - Automation testing experience using Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, pytest, or similar frameworks. - Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript skills. - Experience working within defence, government, or other regulated sectors would be highly advantageous. - SC Clearance held or eligibility to obtain clearance. This is an opportunity to work on mission-critical technology where the accuracy of data, analytics, and system outputs is just as important as software functionality.Reach out to Adam Akhtar at Opus Recruitment Solutions for futher information!
Aug 20, 2026
Contractor
Senior QA Engineer (Defence Sector) Duration: 3 months inital (extension, likley) Rate: 400 per day (Outside IR35) Working Patterns: Remote (Infrequent on-site travel to London / Belfast) Other: Active SC Clearance - Preffered, SC eligable - must have (Fast-tracked SC sponsorship is provided) Project Requirments: We're seeking a Senior QA Engineer to assure the quality of complex software and data-intensive systems, delivered into secure, highly regulated environments. This role goes beyond traditional functional testing, focusing on validating data flows, ensuring data integrity, and verifying that analytical outputs produce accurate and repeatable results against known reference cases. Key experience we're looking for: - Experience testing data-intensive systems, including validation of data pipelines, transformations, and end-to-end data quality. - Ability to assess quantitative, analytical, or model-driven outputs and verify results against expected reference cases. - Strong QA/Test Engineering background with ownership of test strategy, quality processes, and acceptance evidence. - Automation testing experience using Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, pytest, or similar frameworks. - Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript skills. - Experience working within defence, government, or other regulated sectors would be highly advantageous. - SC Clearance held or eligibility to obtain clearance. This is an opportunity to work on mission-critical technology where the accuracy of data, analytics, and system outputs is just as important as software functionality.Reach out to Adam Akhtar at Opus Recruitment Solutions for futher information!
Experienced Java Developer (Contract) Location - London, UK Work Mode - Hybrid (3 days work from office) Contract duration - 6 months Active SC Clearance required - YES Are you a hands-on Java expert looking for your next exciting contract opportunity? We are seeking an experienced Java Developer Contractor to help us design, build, and maintain high-quality enterprise applications. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to translate complex business requirements into reliable, secure, and scalable software solutions. If you are passionate about backend engineering, microservices, and writing clean, efficient code in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! What You Will Do Develop & Innovate: Design, build, test, and maintain robust Java-based applications, backend services, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate: Work closely with Architects, Business Analysts, Product Owners, QA, and DevOps engineers throughout the software development lifecycle. Write Clean Code: Translate technical requirements into efficient, maintainable code using Spring Boot and microservices architectures. Ensure Quality: Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, defect resolution, and production troubleshooting to ensure application stability. Drive Delivery: Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and support CI/CD pipelines. What You Bring (Essential Skills) Core Experience: Proven track record as a Java Developer, Backend Engineer, or Full Stack Developer with strong Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) skills. Frameworks & Architecture: Deep hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, RESTful APIs , and Microservices . Database Mastery: Solid understanding of SQL and relational databases (MySQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL). Version Control & Build Tools: Proficiency with Git, Bitbucket, Maven, or Gradle. Delivery Practices: Experience working in Agile environments and a solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins). Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. The Tech Stack Languages/Frameworks: Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs Databases: SQL Tools: Git / Bitbucket, Maven / Gradle, Jenkins (or similar CI/CD) IDEs & Management: IntelliJ, Eclipse, or VS Code; Jira and Confluence Bonus Points (Desirable Experience) Experience with cloud platforms ( AWS, Azure, or GCP ). Exposure to containerization and orchestration ( Docker, Kubernetes ). Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (Kibana, Splunk, or CloudWatch). Background in large-scale enterprise application development or client-facing consulting. Familiarity with secure coding standards and application performance optimization. Who You Are You are a proactive problem-solver who cares deeply about code quality, continuous improvement, and software design. You thrive in a collaborative environment, take ownership of your work, and are driven to deliver client-focused, scalable technology solutions. Ready to make an impact? Apply today with your updated resume at Prasanna com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 20, 2026
Contractor
Experienced Java Developer (Contract) Location - London, UK Work Mode - Hybrid (3 days work from office) Contract duration - 6 months Active SC Clearance required - YES Are you a hands-on Java expert looking for your next exciting contract opportunity? We are seeking an experienced Java Developer Contractor to help us design, build, and maintain high-quality enterprise applications. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to translate complex business requirements into reliable, secure, and scalable software solutions. If you are passionate about backend engineering, microservices, and writing clean, efficient code in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! What You Will Do Develop & Innovate: Design, build, test, and maintain robust Java-based applications, backend services, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate: Work closely with Architects, Business Analysts, Product Owners, QA, and DevOps engineers throughout the software development lifecycle. Write Clean Code: Translate technical requirements into efficient, maintainable code using Spring Boot and microservices architectures. Ensure Quality: Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, defect resolution, and production troubleshooting to ensure application stability. Drive Delivery: Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and support CI/CD pipelines. What You Bring (Essential Skills) Core Experience: Proven track record as a Java Developer, Backend Engineer, or Full Stack Developer with strong Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) skills. Frameworks & Architecture: Deep hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, RESTful APIs , and Microservices . Database Mastery: Solid understanding of SQL and relational databases (MySQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL). Version Control & Build Tools: Proficiency with Git, Bitbucket, Maven, or Gradle. Delivery Practices: Experience working in Agile environments and a solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins). Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. The Tech Stack Languages/Frameworks: Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs Databases: SQL Tools: Git / Bitbucket, Maven / Gradle, Jenkins (or similar CI/CD) IDEs & Management: IntelliJ, Eclipse, or VS Code; Jira and Confluence Bonus Points (Desirable Experience) Experience with cloud platforms ( AWS, Azure, or GCP ). Exposure to containerization and orchestration ( Docker, Kubernetes ). Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (Kibana, Splunk, or CloudWatch). Background in large-scale enterprise application development or client-facing consulting. Familiarity with secure coding standards and application performance optimization. Who You Are You are a proactive problem-solver who cares deeply about code quality, continuous improvement, and software design. You thrive in a collaborative environment, take ownership of your work, and are driven to deliver client-focused, scalable technology solutions. Ready to make an impact? Apply today with your updated resume at Prasanna com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
(To save both our time, please don't apply if you can't accept the daily rate) DevOps Engineer (GCP - Kubernetes - Terraform) Location: London (Hybrid) - 2 days per week onsite Duration: 6 - 12 months rolling Budget : £350 - £400 per day, all inclusive IR35: Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a large-scale enterprise environment, with a strong focus on GCP, Kubernetes, CI/CD and infrastructure automation. Mandatory Skills Strong Software Engineering background, ideally with Java and/or Node.js Proven DevOps experience within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Strong hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes and GKE Infrastructure as Code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline experience using Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus and Git Strong understanding of CI/CD, automated testing, Agile and DevOps practices Production support, incident management, troubleshooting and root cause analysis Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Desirable/Bonus Skills Dynatrace or similar monitoring and observability tooling Automated testing experience with JUnit, Cucumber, Selenium, Postman or Bruno Experience driving automation to improve resilience and deployment frequency Experience promoting DevOps and engineering best practices across delivery teams DevOps Engineer | GCP | GKE | Kubernetes | Terraform | Jenkins | CI/CD | Java | Node.js | London
Aug 20, 2026
Contractor
(To save both our time, please don't apply if you can't accept the daily rate) DevOps Engineer (GCP - Kubernetes - Terraform) Location: London (Hybrid) - 2 days per week onsite Duration: 6 - 12 months rolling Budget : £350 - £400 per day, all inclusive IR35: Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a large-scale enterprise environment, with a strong focus on GCP, Kubernetes, CI/CD and infrastructure automation. Mandatory Skills Strong Software Engineering background, ideally with Java and/or Node.js Proven DevOps experience within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Strong hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes and GKE Infrastructure as Code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline experience using Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus and Git Strong understanding of CI/CD, automated testing, Agile and DevOps practices Production support, incident management, troubleshooting and root cause analysis Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Desirable/Bonus Skills Dynatrace or similar monitoring and observability tooling Automated testing experience with JUnit, Cucumber, Selenium, Postman or Bruno Experience driving automation to improve resilience and deployment frequency Experience promoting DevOps and engineering best practices across delivery teams DevOps Engineer | GCP | GKE | Kubernetes | Terraform | Jenkins | CI/CD | Java | Node.js | London
Network Engineer London: Hybrid- 1-2 days onsite 12 months contract Top 3 non-negotiable Skills: Programming language-Python Familiar working with AI tools Understanding networking fundamentals- they need to know all the basis protocols like SSH, BGP, MPLS Minimum Qualifications- - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. - 7+ years of experience in software engineering, test automation, or infrastructure engineering. - Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, C++, or Java), with hands-on experience adopting AI for coding and the capacity to rapidly master new development languages. - 5+ years of experience developing software on Linux-based operating systems. - 3+ years of experience developing automation and tools for network provisioning, deployment, and operations. - 3+ years of experience developing and understanding network device configurations for at least one vendor (e.g., Arista, Juniper, Cisco, Ciena, Infinera, Nokia). - Demonstrated knowledge of TCP, IPv4/6, routing protocols (BGP, MPLS, IS-IS, or similar), and related network services (e.g., DHCP, DNS). Preferred Qualifications- Experience with software and network debugging, profiling, and instrumentation techniques. Experience developing and understanding automation tools for network operations within a DevOps environment, including provisioning (e.g., ZTP), deployments, monitoring, remediation, and software push systems. Experience with configuration management and automation frameworks such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Demonstrated knowledge of Django and SQL databases.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Network Engineer London: Hybrid- 1-2 days onsite 12 months contract Top 3 non-negotiable Skills: Programming language-Python Familiar working with AI tools Understanding networking fundamentals- they need to know all the basis protocols like SSH, BGP, MPLS Minimum Qualifications- - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. - 7+ years of experience in software engineering, test automation, or infrastructure engineering. - Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, C++, or Java), with hands-on experience adopting AI for coding and the capacity to rapidly master new development languages. - 5+ years of experience developing software on Linux-based operating systems. - 3+ years of experience developing automation and tools for network provisioning, deployment, and operations. - 3+ years of experience developing and understanding network device configurations for at least one vendor (e.g., Arista, Juniper, Cisco, Ciena, Infinera, Nokia). - Demonstrated knowledge of TCP, IPv4/6, routing protocols (BGP, MPLS, IS-IS, or similar), and related network services (e.g., DHCP, DNS). Preferred Qualifications- Experience with software and network debugging, profiling, and instrumentation techniques. Experience developing and understanding automation tools for network operations within a DevOps environment, including provisioning (e.g., ZTP), deployments, monitoring, remediation, and software push systems. Experience with configuration management and automation frameworks such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Demonstrated knowledge of Django and SQL databases.
Develop your consultancy and software engineering skills with varied high tech projects This established technical consultancy develops advanced software and hardware for government and commercial sector clients. Due to continued success, they are seeking an accomplished C/C++ and Linux software engineer to join their team. Varied multidisciplinary projects mean that you could be working on areas such as diverse as DSP, image processing, or UI design. You can expect to work closely with counterparts from client organisations as well as colleagues from different technical backgrounds. You may also have opportunities to lead projects and mentor new colleagues. You will need: A strong academic record, with a first or 2.1 in a numerate STEM discipline, mostly A or A at A-level grades, or equivalent. Whilst not essential, A relevant Master's or PhD would benefit your application. Good client-facing communications skills. Able to discuss technical subject matter with colleague Substantial commercial experience of software design and development in C or C++ and Linux, and familiarity with best practice. Front end coding skills in TypeScript/JavaScript and HTML would be useful. Full right to work in the UK, and ability to obtain a higher level (DV) UK security clearance. Typically this will require you to have British nationality and to have been resident in the UK for 10 years This variety makes the role ideal for an experienced engineer looking to broaden their technical and consultancy skillset into areas such as image processing, interface design, or digital signal processing. This is a fully office-based, due to the nature of the work, but with some latitude for those requiring flexible arrangements. A highly competitive salary and benefits package, excellent pension scheme, and a performance-based bonus are on offer to the successful candidate. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call ecm or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: CV27605 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Develop your consultancy and software engineering skills with varied high tech projects This established technical consultancy develops advanced software and hardware for government and commercial sector clients. Due to continued success, they are seeking an accomplished C/C++ and Linux software engineer to join their team. Varied multidisciplinary projects mean that you could be working on areas such as diverse as DSP, image processing, or UI design. You can expect to work closely with counterparts from client organisations as well as colleagues from different technical backgrounds. You may also have opportunities to lead projects and mentor new colleagues. You will need: A strong academic record, with a first or 2.1 in a numerate STEM discipline, mostly A or A at A-level grades, or equivalent. Whilst not essential, A relevant Master's or PhD would benefit your application. Good client-facing communications skills. Able to discuss technical subject matter with colleague Substantial commercial experience of software design and development in C or C++ and Linux, and familiarity with best practice. Front end coding skills in TypeScript/JavaScript and HTML would be useful. Full right to work in the UK, and ability to obtain a higher level (DV) UK security clearance. Typically this will require you to have British nationality and to have been resident in the UK for 10 years This variety makes the role ideal for an experienced engineer looking to broaden their technical and consultancy skillset into areas such as image processing, interface design, or digital signal processing. This is a fully office-based, due to the nature of the work, but with some latitude for those requiring flexible arrangements. A highly competitive salary and benefits package, excellent pension scheme, and a performance-based bonus are on offer to the successful candidate. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call ecm or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: CV27605 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.
