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Java Technical Lead Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days on-site) Salary: Up to £110k + Benefits The Role We're looking for a Java Tech Lead to join a high-performing tech consultancy delivering complex, business-critical systems for enterprise and scale-up clients. You'll take technical ownership of projects end-to-end, lead engineering teams, and work closely with clients to design and deliver robust, scalable solutions. This is a hands-on leadership role combining architecture, engineering excellence, and people leadership in a modern, agile consultancy environment. Responsibilities Lead the design and development of Java-based systems across multiple client projects Set technical direction, standards, and best practices Act as a hands-on technical leader, contributing high-quality code Mentor and develop engineers across varying experience levels Collaborate with clients, product managers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Drive architectural decisions around scalability, performance, and security Support delivery planning, estimations, and technical risk management Required Experience Strong commercial experience with Modern Java (Java 17+) Proven experience in a Lead Engineer/Tech Lead capacity Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems Experience with Spring/Spring Boot Cloud experience (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Strong knowledge of REST APIs , messaging, and integration patterns Experience working in agile, consultancy, or client-facing environments Desirable Skills Event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.) Containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Experience influencing architectural decisions at scale What's On Offer Competitive salary + benefits Hybrid working: 2 days per week on-site in London Exposure to varied, challenging client projects Clear progression into senior technical or leadership pathways Collaborative, engineering-led culture focused on quality and learning We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role Title: Full Stack Engineer Location: Glasgow- 2-3 days onsite Duration: 3/12/2026 Rate: £358 per day Role Description: We are looking for a highly skilled Full Stack Engineer with strong expertise across modern frontend and backend technologies, particularly React, Python, Flask, Django, FastAPI, and Node.js. The ideal candidate is capable of designing and delivering scalable, high performance web applications end to end and thrives in an agile, product driven environment. Key Responsibilities • Develop robust, scalable, and maintainable full stack solutions using React on the frontend and Python (Flask/Django/FastAPI) or Node.js on the backend. • Build responsive, user-friendly UI components with React, Redux, Hooks, and modern JavaScript standards. • Design and implement RESTful and event-driven APIs using Flask, Django, FastAPI, or Node.js/Express. • Write reusable, testable, and efficient code across frontend and backend layers. • Integrate applications with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.). • Collaborate with product owners, architects, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality features and enhancements. • Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance across the stack. • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, architecture decisions, and sprint ceremonies. • Ensure best practices for security, scalability, CI/CD, and cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, or GCP - depending on the environment). Required Skills & Experience • 8+ years of experience as a Full Stack Engineer or Software Developer. • Strong frontend development skills using: o React, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux, Hooks • Strong backend development experience with: o Python (Flask, Django, FastAPI) o Node.js (Express or NestJS preferred) • Hands on experience building and consuming REST APIs or GraphQL services. • Solid understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven patterns. • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB). • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). • Strong understanding of application security, authentication, and authorization. • Good knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and modern development tooling (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.). • Ability to work in a fast-paced agile environment and collaborate effectively across teams. If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.

Adword Job Title: Pega Lead System Architect (LSA) Location: Remote Job type: Permanent Salary: Open to the market rates Job Description Experience: 10-14 years overall; 3+ years as LSA; 2+ Pega CS end-to-end implementations Role Summary: Design Authority. Owns architecture, quality, performance, security, and DevOps; leads CoE standards and AI enablement. Key Responsibilities Own solution blueprint: case taxonomy, microjourneys, interaction flows, CSR Desktop, Knowledge, and Digital Messaging. Define non-functional requirements (scale, resiliency) and node strategy: Queue Processors vs. Job Schedulers, background processing, caching. Integration architecture: REST/JSON, SOAP (if needed), OAuth2/SAML, eventing (Kafka/JMS), idempotency, pagination, circuit breaker and retry patterns. Data design: enterprise data model, data pages (scope, refresh), reference data strategy, data obfuscation and masking for PII. UX strategy: Constellation (preferred)/Cosmos; accessibility (WCAG), localization/i18n, responsive behavior. DevOps: Deployment Manager pipelines, product packaging/versioning, branching/merge policy, automated quality gates, rollback patterns. Observability and performance: PDC operating rhythm, PAL/Alerts analysis, log correlation; performance test strategy and tuning. Security & compliance: GDPR-aligned retention/erasure, RBAC/ABAC, secrets management, auditability, encryption at rest and in transit. CoE leadership: guardrails & code review checklists, reusable components, reference architectures, developer onboarding and enablement. AI initiatives: seed NLP/Email Bot, Digital Messaging intent/sentiment, GenAI-assisted CSR (summarization, knowledge retrieval), and governance (prompt/data policies). Must-Have Skills Pega CS depth: Interaction Portal, Service Cases, Knowledge, Email Bot, Digital Messaging (eg, chat/WhatsApp) with production go-lives. Constellation experience: view templates, regions, editable tables, data-reference patterns; or strong Cosmos with migration path understanding. Integration design mastery: REST with OAuth2 (client credentials, auth code), error handling frameworks, request/response mapping, timeouts, retries, backoff. Event-driven patterns: Kafka/JMS producers/consumers, correlation IDs, exactly-once/at-least-once semantics, dead-letter handling. Performance engineering: PDC triage, PAL reading, DB indexing considerations, cache invalidation, node classification, queue throughput tuning. DevOps at scale: multi-stage pipelines in Deployment Manager, artifact versioning, approvals, infrastructure-as-code collaboration, release governance. Security engineering: Access Manager, attribute-based access control (ABAC) using Access When, field-level encryption/obfuscation, secure logging. Testing leadership: PegaUnit strategy, scenario tests, contract tests for integrations, test data management, coverage KPIs. Documentation & stakeholder management: architecture decision records (ADRs), trade-off analysis, executive communication, risk management. Nice-to-Have Customer Decision Hub (CDH) to power NBA in service context and next-best-service actions. GenAI/Agentic AI in Pega (eg, summarization, knowledge buddy/coach patterns) and NLP model tuning. Telephony/CCaaS: Genesys, Amazon Connect, Twilio, NICE; CTI handoff and screen-pop patterns. Cloud ops (Pega Cloud, AWS/Azure) and enterprise observability (Splunk/Datadog/New Relic). Travel/E-commerce domain: booking amendments, refunds/chargebacks, partner/supplier support, fraud/risk workflows. Certifications Mandatory: Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) Preferred: Pega Decisioning Consultant, badges in GenAI, Digital Messaging, PDC If you're excited about this role then we would like to hear from you! Please apply with a copy of your CV and let's start the conversation! 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.

Solutions Architect - API Integration - Financial Services - FinTech Excellent opportunity opens for a hands on Solutions Architect to join a fast growing FinTech organisation and play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and governing modern API-led and integration-driven solutions. You will work closely with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, define scalable architectures, and enable seamless connectivity between internal platforms, third-party providers, and external ecosystems. The ideal candidate will bring strong API and integration expertise, a modern cloud mindset, and the strategic vision required to support high-growth, technology-led financial services environments. Key Responsibilities: Solution Architecture Design Design and document end-to-end solution architectures, API frameworks, and integration blueprints aligned with business and product strategy. Define and maintain architecture standards, principles, and best practices for API-led and event-driven architectures. Lead the design of scalable, secure, and reusable integration solutions across cloud-native and SaaS platforms. API & Integration Strategy and Implementation Define and oversee API and integration strategies using RESTful APIs, event streaming, Middleware, and microservices architectures. Work closely with engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-performance integrations. Ensure integrations support high availability, scalability, and regulatory compliance. Technical Leadership and Collaboration Act as a trusted technical advisor to stakeholders, providing guidance on API design, integration patterns, and platform strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, platform teams, DevOps, security, and product managers. Provide architectural oversight and mentorship to development teams, promoting best practices in API life cycle management. Solution Validation and Optimisation Review existing APIs and integrations to identify opportunities for optimisation, simplification, and innovation. Ensure solutions comply with architectural standards, security controls, and financial services regulatory requirements. Support the resolution of complex integration and performance issues across distributed systems. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing Produce clear and comprehensive architecture documentation, including API specifications, diagrams, and technical standards. Share knowledge through technical workshops, design reviews, and internal enablement sessions. Define and drive an API and integration roadmap aligned with business growth and platform evolution. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong experience designing and delivering API-led and integration-centric architectures within Financial Services or FinTech. Proven experience integrating cloud-native, SaaS, and third-party platforms. 5+ years of relevant work experience overseeing/driving technology transformation within the Financial Services sector ideally Banking or FinTech Hands-on experience with API management platforms, microservices, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Familiarity with Agile delivery models, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and architectural decision-making capabilities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scale-up or high-growth environment while managing multiple initiatives. Interested? Please apply Solutions Architect API Integration FinTech Financial Services API Management Microservices Cloud Architecture Digital Transformation Agile Payments Open Banking Platform Architecture

*SECURITY DOMAIN ARCHITECT* *Global Retailer | Permanent | Reading, UK (Hybrid)* *THE OPPORTUNITY* Own enterprise security architecture vision, governance and roadmap at a leading fashion retailer. Strategic leadership role influencing multi-year security transformation across cloud, IAM, network and data protection. *YOUR IMPACT* - Define security architecture strategy aligned with enterprise objectives - Chair design forums, enforce standards (TOGAF/SABSA), provide oversight - Lead solution evaluation, vendor selection and domain modernisation - Partner with Product/Platform leads on security-by-design priorities - Mentor architects and drive innovation (cloud security, SIEM, DLP) *YOU'LL BRING* - 10+ years enterprise security architecture (IAM, cloud security, GDPR) - Deep frameworks knowledge (TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP/CISM, ISO 27001, NIST) - Proven stakeholder influence with senior business/technology leaders - Cloud expertise (Azure/AWS/GCP) + network, encryption, incident response *PACKAGE* Competitive salary + bonus + healthcare + pension + 27 days holiday *Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Senior DevOps Systems Administrator Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 DOE Location: Guildford (Hybrid Working, One day a month required onsite) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced DevOps Systems Administrator or Senior DevOps Engineer looking to take control of complex cloud projects? Do you want to join a growing, innovative business where your ideas genuinely shape the way things are done? Our client is a leading value-added reseller and systems integrator, partnering with top technology providers and specialising in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, business communications, contact centres, networking, AI, automation, and systems integration. They are known for delivering innovation, reducing risk, and building trusted client relationships, all while investing in the growth and development of their team. This is your chance to work on impactful infrastructure challenges where your input truly matters. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and support AWS and private cloud infrastructure Architect and maintain robust hybrid cloud solutions Automate infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions Implement monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, CloudWatch) Improve system reliability, performance, and security across teams Manage IAM, networking, Firewalls, VPNs, and cloud security Participate in the on-call rota and respond to incidents Create and maintain technical documentation and best practices Mentor colleagues and contribute to long-term infrastructure strategy Essential Skills & Experience Required: 5+ years' experience in DevOps or Systems Administration Hands-on experience with AWS Experience with VMware or Proxmox Strong Linux administration skills Infrastructure as Code with Terraform Configuration management using Ansible Experience with Kubernetes (eg EKS) Scripting in Bash, Python, or Go Solid understanding of networking and cloud security Desirable: AWS certifications Experience with container and security tools such as Trivy Benefits Career development and certification support 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays Pension and life insurance Private medical insurance Birthday leave and volunteering day Cycle to Work scheme High street and retail discounts Hybrid role (One day a month required oniste in Guildford) Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Senior Golang Developer - Kubernetes - Financial Services Excellent opportunity opens for an experienced Developer strong on Golang with experience in AWS and Kubernetes to join a highly regarded Financial Services entity's London office. You will act as the team lead and play a key role in building mission-critical financial applications that power trading, investment, and risk management systems across the firm. If you are passionate about working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are eager to apply your technical expertise to the financial services industry, this is the role for you. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Back End services using GoLang to support financial applications and services , including trading platforms, investment systems, and risk management tools. Build and deploy cloud-based solutions using Amazon Web Services (AWS), including services such as EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, and Lambda to create scalable, reliable, and secure infrastructure. Implement and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes, ensuring seamless orchestration, scaling, and resilience in a cloud environment. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while following best practices for financial systems development, focusing on performance and security. Collaborate with other development teams, business analysts, and stakeholders to define and refine requirements, and ensure that applications meet financial regulatory standards and business needs. Optimize the performance of Back End services, ensuring low-latency responses and high availability, critical for financial services. Implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring systems to ensure the reliability and stability of production systems. Proactively identify issues and bottlenecks in existing systems and propose solutions to improve the system's performance and scalability. Stay updated with new tools, technologies, and industry trends in cloud computing, containerization, and financial systems to continuously improve development practices and outcomes. Ideal Skills: Proven experience (2+ years) in GoLang Back End development, with a strong focus on performance optimization and building scalable systems for high-volume, high-frequency financial applications. Strong experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS), including EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Lambda, and other cloud-native technologies. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications in a cloud environment. Solid understanding of financial systems and services, particularly in areas such as trading platforms, investment management, and risk analytics. Experience in building microservices architectures and working with APIs (RESTful, gRPC, etc.) to integrate various systems. Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker) and continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD) practices. Experience with database systems (relational and NoSQL) and working with financial data. Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools to streamline the development life cycle, such as infrastructure-as-code (eg, Terraform or CloudFormation). Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in production environments, ensuring uptime and performance in high-pressure, mission-critical scenarios. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a fast-paced financial environment. Experience with serverless computing (AWS Lambda, etc.) to create efficient and scalable solutions. Knowledge of financial industry regulations and standards, particularly around data security and privacy. Familiarity with event-driven architectures or message queues (eg, Kafka, RabbitMQ) for Real Time data processing. Experience with automated testing frameworks and continuous delivery tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI. Understanding of performance monitoring and observability tools such as CloudWatch, Prometheus, or Datadog. Interested? Please Apply! Golang Go AWS Kubernetes Terraform Bank Banking Finance Financial Services Crypto Blockchain Web3 Trading Exchange Digital Assets Hybrid Flexible Developer Software Engineer Backend Developer Golang Engineer Kafka Apache Kafka RabbitMQ AWS Lambda Cloud Platform

SC Cleared Databricks Data Engineer - Hybrid - Outside IR35 We are seeking a skilled Databricks Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines and analytics platforms. In this role, you will work closely with data scientists, analysts, and product teams to deliver reliable, high-performance data solutions using Databricks and modern cloud technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Databricks, Apache Spark, and Delta Lake Build and optimize ETL/ELT workflows for batch and streaming data Develop data models to support analytics, reporting, and machine learning use cases Ensure data quality, reliability, and performance across data platforms Integrate data from multiple sources including APIs, databases, and cloud storage Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to enable advanced analytics and ML workloads Implement monitoring, logging, and cost-optimization best practices Follow data governance, security, and compliance standards Document data pipelines, architectures, and best practices Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role Strong experience with Databricks and Apache Spark Proficiency in Python and SQL Experience with Delta Lake, data modelling, and performance tuning Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Familiarity with data orchestration tools (eg, Airflow, Azure Data Factory) Solid understanding of data warehousing and big data concepts Preferred Qualifications Experience with Real Time/streaming data (Spark Structured Streaming, Kafka, etc.) Knowledge of CI/CD for data pipelines Experience supporting machine learning pipelines Databricks or cloud platform certifications To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact Dillon Blackburn (see below) Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.

Senior Data Engineer (AWS, Airflow, Python) Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices. Salary up to £65k plus company benefits. About Us Triad Group Plc is an award-winning digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years' experience primarily serving the UK public sector and central government. We deliver high-quality solutions that make a real difference to users, citizens and consumers. At Triad, collaboration thrives, knowledge is shared, and every voice matters. Our close-knit, supportive culture ensures you're valued from day one. Whether working with cutting-edge technology or shaping strategy for national-scale projects, you'll be trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow. We nurture learning through communities of practice and encourage creativity, autonomy, and innovation. If you're passionate about solving meaningful problems with smart and passionate people, Triad could be the place for you. Glassdoor score of 4.7 96% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend 100% CEO approval See for yourself some of the work that makes us all so proud: Helping law enforcement with secure intelligence systems that keep the UK safe Supporting the UK's national meteorological service in leveraging supercomputers for next-level weather forecasting Assisting a UK government department responsible for consumer product safety with systems to track unsafe products Powering systems that help the government monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial transport Role Summary Triad is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality data solutions across a range of client assignments, primarily within the UK public sector. You will design, build, and optimise cloud-based data platforms, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to understand data requirements and deliver scalable, reliable, and secure data pipelines. This role offers the opportunity to shape data architecture, influence technical decisions, and contribute to meaningful, data-driven outcomes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data into cloud-based data platforms, primarily AWS. Create and manage data models that support efficient storage, retrieval, and analysis of data. Utilise AWS services such as S3, EC2, Glue, Aurora, Redshift, DynamoDB and Lambda to architect and maintain cloud data solutions. Maintain modular Terraform based IaC for reliable provisioning of AWS infrastructure. Develop, optimise and maintain robust data pipelines using Apache Airflow. Implement data transformation processes using Python to clean, preprocess, and enrich data for analytical use. Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, developers, and other stakeholders to understand and integrate data requirements. Monitor, optimise, and tune data pipelines to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability. Identify data quality issues and implement data validation and cleansing processes. Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation covering data pipelines, models, and best practices. Work within a continuous integration environment with automated builds, deployments, and testing. Skills and Experience Strong experience designing and building data pipelines on cloud platforms, particularly AWS. Excellent proficiency in developing ETL processes and data transformation workflows. Strong SQL skills (postgresql) and advanced Python coding capability (essential). Experience working with AWS services such as S3, EC2, Glue, Aurora, Redshift, DynamoDB and Lambda (essential). Understanding of Terraform codebases to create and manage AWS infrastructure. Experience developing, optimising, and maintaining data pipelines using Apache Airflow. Familiarity with distributed data processing systems such as Spark or Databricks. Experience working with high-performing, low-latency, or large-volume data systems. Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional, agile, delivery-focused teams. Experience defining data models, metadata, and data dictionaries to ensure consistency and accuracy. Qualifications & Certifications A degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline (desirable). Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance . To be eligible, you must have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and have the right to work in the UK. Triad's Commitment to You As a growing and ambitious company, Triad prioritises your development and well-being: Continuous Training & Development: Access to top-rated Udemy Business courses. Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discrimination. Benefits: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Matched pension contributions (5%). Private healthcare with Bupa. Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access. Perkbox membership. Cycle-to-work scheme. Our Selection Process After applying for the role, our in-house talent team will contact you to discuss Triad and the position. If shortlisted, you will be invited for: A technical test including numerical, logical and verbal reasoning A technical interview with our consultants A management interview to assess cultural fit We aim to complete interviews and progress candidates to offer stage within 2-3 weeks of the initial conversation. Other Information If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please contact X and submit your application now. Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. Triad is a signatory to the Tech Talent Charter and a Disability Confident Leader.

About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join our team supporting a large-scale public sector programme. You will work within a collaborative engineering team focused on delivering high-quality, scalable, and resilient Java-based solutions. Essential Skills & Experience Active SC & NPPV3 Clearance (mandatory) Proven experience delivering solutions within UK Public Sector environments 6-8 years of hands-on experience with large-scale Java/Spring-based applications Strong experience supporting live systems and troubleshooting incidents Experience in large integration environments using microservices and distributed systems Key Responsibilities Develop and implement solutions for biometric and identity management products. Support live production systems and diagnose incidents and defects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality Java code. Contribute to system enhancements and continuous improvement. Participate in Agile delivery ceremonies and technical design discussions. Ensure robust, secure, and scalable solutions across distributed environments. Technical Skills Java 17+ Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Spring Integration, Spring Batch Microservices architecture Quartz Scheduler REST & SOAP Web Services JPA/Hibernate PostgreSQL/Aurora databases Messaging systems such as ActiveMQ Maven, Git, Jenkins, SonarQube Docker containerization AWS cloud services including EC2, SQS, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Route53, KMS, CloudWatch CI/CD pipeline integration Test frameworks including JUnit, Mockito, Powermock, JMock, DBUnit, TestContainers Agile delivery practices (Scrum, Kanban, TDD, BDD) Linux development environments Monitoring tools such as Grafana Experience with Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.) Desired/Nice to Have Skills Angular or Node.js experience Jaspersoft reporting Database performance tuning experience (Postgres/Aurora) Spring Cloud, Spring Integration, Spring Batch experience Activiti BPMN workflow experience Postfix Mail Server exposure AWS DevOps experience Experience building and mentoring engineering teams Strong stakeholder management capabilities Experience delivering projects in consultancy or government technology environments AWS or Azure certification (or willingness to obtain) Strong communication and collaboration skills

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview Are you a Performance Tester who loves breaking things to make them better? We are looking for a Performance Test Engineer to join our team, focusing on load and performance testing for large-scale digital services. This is a technical, delivery-focused role where you'll work within structured environments to ensure that the services millions of UK citizens rely on are fast, resilient, and scalable. You will work under the guidance of a Lead Tester, giving you a fantastic platform to grow your technical expertise in a supportive, high-impact consultancy. Key Responsibilities Execute & Analyze: Run load, stress, and soak tests to identify where systems might struggle under pressure. Scripting: Maintain and update performance test scripts using modern tooling. Collaboration: Work with developers and architects to gather Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs) and validate capacity assumptions. Environment Management: Execute tests within cloud-hosted (AWS) environments and help manage test data. Defect Reporting: Raise clear, evidence-based performance defects and participate in triage sessions to help get them fixed. Documentation: Contribute to test reports and keep execution runbooks up to date. Essential Skills & Experience Performance Testing Foundation: Proven experience in testing enterprise-level or distributed systems. Tooling: Hands-on experience with at least one major tool: JMeter, Gatling, k6, or LoadRunner. Technical Knowledge: A good understanding of APIs, HTTP protocols, and how databases/caching affect performance. Data Analysis: Ability to analyze logs and monitoring data to spot bottlenecks. Agile Mindset: Comfortable working in Agile or hybrid delivery models. Scope & Accountability You will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of performance tests. You'll own the accuracy of your test results and provide clear recommendations to the team. You will report to a Lead Performance Tester who will support your professional development. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation . We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from underrepresented communities , and those seeking flexible working arrangements . As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer , we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

Full Stack Developer - Java, React, Node.js, TypeScript, AWS Location: Manchester (Onsite) Duration: 5 months Hours: 37.5 hours/week *Urgent 5-Month Contract - Role hiring now!* This is a *Manchester* based role with an excellent immediate start within a Global T echnology Client that is working on *designing and delivering features that enhance content discovery, comparison experiences.* About the Role Our client is looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to join their Cars Content Experience (CCX) team. This team focuses on improving how user-generated content and ratings build trust and confidence throughout the car rental journey. You will help design and deliver features that enhance content discovery, comparison, and booking experiences. What You'll Do Lead design and delivery of complex Back End and Front End features related to content and user-generated feedback Take full ownership of solutions from requirements and architecture to deployment and maintenance Collaborate closely with product, design, data science, and engineering teams to align on technical approaches Improve system reliability, scalability, and performance with a strong focus on operational excellence Use data and experimentation to validate and improve features Act as a technical lead, guiding projects and mentoring engineers Promote best engineering practices including testing, observability, and documentation Work with other teams to deliver consistent experiences across platforms What We?re Looking For 5+ years of professional software development experience Strong hands-on skills with Node.js and TypeScript Back End development Experience designing, building, and operating AWS-based production systems (managed services, infrastructure-as-code, observability tools) Familiarity with microservices, event-driven architectures, and designing well-defined APIs Solid Front End development skills with React, Angular, or Vue.js Strong knowledge of software engineering fundamentals: testing, performance, security, maintainability Experience setting and upholding SLOs/KPIs and participating in architecture reviews Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical efforts Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex concepts clearly Experience with content, recommendations, search, or marketplace products is a plus Please send your CV or call Toni to discuss further. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We champion differences in technology recruitment and work with clients who actively wish to diversify their talent force - ALL applicants are welcome to apply.

Our client, a growing enterprise seeking to enhance its IT operations, is looking for an experienced Senior Infrastructure & Security Engineer to take ownership of 3rd-line infrastructure and cybersecurity support. This hands-on role requires deep technical competency, project experience, and a proactive attitude, ensuring stability, security, and efficiency in the company s IT environment. As part of IT Operations, you will collaborate with stakeholders and lead efforts to design, build, and implement solution architecture. The company is shifting toward a more mature enterprise IT framework, leveraging Microsoft 365 and Azure (with AWS experience as a nice-to-have). Key Responsibilities Provide 3rd-line infrastructure and security support, ensuring system reliability and cybersecurity best practices. Design and implement cloud-based and on-premise IT solutions, supporting Azure and Microsoft 365 environments. Collaborate with 1st and 2nd line engineers, offering mentorship and technical leadership. Drive solution design, IT operations, and network security in an enterprise-level setting. Oversee Active Directory (AD) conversion, ensuring seamless integration into the IT environment. Work within a customer-facing role, ensuring IT systems align with business needs. Participate in infrastructure transformation initiatives, aligning with enterprise-level standards. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks while implementing risk mitigation strategies. Key Requirements Proven experience in senior infrastructure and security engineering roles. Strong technical competency in cloud and cybersecurity, ideally within an enterprise or SME environment. Hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365, Azure, and networking (AWS is a plus). Experience in solution architecture, IT operations, and infrastructure design. Practical experience in cybersecurity, system design, and infrastructure architecture. Capable of rolling up sleeves and leading projects from conception to implementation. A background working with large-scale IT environments. If you're an experienced Infrastructure & Security Engineer with a passion for hands-on technical work and solution architecture, we d love to hear from you!

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Software Developer to join our growing Integrations and Decisioning team. Day to Day You'll Be: Design and build reliable backend systems and infrastructure tooling Use TDD to write high-quality, maintainable code and build out automated test suites Own reliability, observability, and performance of key services Collaborate with clients to understand requirements, debug issues, and propose solutions Drive improvements to system architecture, automation, and deployment processes Mentor junior developers and contribute to a strong engineering culture Take ownership of problems-investigate, iterate, and fix Essential Skills & Experience: Strong programming skills in Node.js or similar backend language Understanding of TDD and a focus on automated testing Comfort working directly with clients to gather requirements and debug issues Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to understand the root cause of complex issues Clear communicator-both in writing and on calls Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience owning backend systems in production environments Experience with Cloud Platforms AWS or GCP Infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and observability tooling Experience scaling systems under sustained load Contributions to internal tooling or open source Experience with large datasets and machine learning models Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together. Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) Job Title Sr Engineer, Software Development

We are looking for a lead cloud engineer to join us on a contract basis. You will be designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge serverless and containerized microservices using NodeJS, TypeScript, and Express, leveraging the full power of AWS (ECS, S3, DynamoDB, API Gateway). You'll not only architect robust solutions and drive critical technical requirements, but also champion DevOps principles, establish advanced CI/CD pipelines, and evolve our MonoRepo architecture. If you thrive in a fast-paced agile environment, enjoy applying graph engineering principles and advanced data modelling (including DynamoDB Single Table Design), and are keen to mentor others while exploring exciting areas like generative AI, multi-tenant systems, and modern authentication protocols, then join us and shape the future of our platform. What you'll be doing: Designing, developing, and deploying complex cloud-native serverless and containerized applications primarily using NodeJS, TypeScript, and Express. Architecting and implementing scalable microservices, leveraging AWS services such as ECS, S3, DynamoDB, and API Gateway. Driving technical requirements, defining architectural decisions, and establishing best practices for robust and efficient cloud solutions. Implementing and managing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions, potentially utilizing tools like Pulumi for automation. Championing DevOps principles and establishing robust CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery and operations. Working within and evolving a MonoRepo architecture (eg, NRWL NX), ensuring code quality and maintainability across services. Applying graph engineering principles and advanced data modelling techniques, including potentially DynamoDB Single Table Design, for optimized data solutions. Collaborating effectively within a fast-paced agile development environment, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software. Mentoring and instructing fellow team members on best practices, technical skills, and architectural patterns. Communicating complex technical concepts clearly, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical stakeholders. What we want from you: Complex cloud-native serverless and containerised applications experience AWS services: S3, DynamoDB, ECS Strong NodeJS + TypeScript experience MonoRepo architecture (eg NRWL NX) Express applications with Docker containers deployed to ECS Familiar with IaC API Gateway and microservices patterns DevOps principles and CI/CD automation Strong communication skills (written and spoken) Graph engineering principles and data modelling Experience in fast-paced agile environments Self-motivated with ability to define and drive tech requirements Experience defining technical requirements and architecture decisions Comfortable instructing and mentoring others Desirable Attributes: Pulumi for Infrastructure-as-Code Automated testing experience (Jest, Playwright) DynamoDB Single Table Design OAuth 2.1 and SSO/OIDC implementation MCP (Model Context Protocol) experience Architecting multi-tenant systems with data isolation Modern authentication protocols (OAuth2.1, OIDC) Generative AI: LLMs and Image Diffusion models What we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are. Our culture thrives on our core values, designed for impact-driven individuals: Heart, Brains and Courage. We lead with Heart , fostering empathy and trust where genuine connections and human-centric work flourish. We empower your Brains for innovation, valuing relentless curiosity and collaborative intelligence to solve complex challenges. And we champion Courage , inspiring you to speak up, embrace experimentation, and advocate for bold solutions that push our thinking to be better than yesterday.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to support a major digital programme delivering secure, scalable backend systems. This role focuses on building modern cloud-based microservices, APIs, and data processing services in a highly collaborative and delivery-driven environment. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including data scientists, analysts, and operational teams to design and deliver robust, reusable solutions that can be leveraged across multiple programmes. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services within a microservices architecture. Build secure, scalable APIs for data exchange between systems. Develop and deploy cloud-native services using AWS infrastructure. Build and manage microservices for data ingestion and processing workflows. Host and run algorithms and data science models within backend services. Ensure compliance with secure data handling standards. Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies. Monitor, log, and optimise system performance and reliability. Collaborate across teams with evolving requirements and technical dependencies. Contribute to the creation of scalable, reusable backend solutions for future projects. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in backend development within microservices environments . Proficiency in modern Java or Kotlin . Experience designing and implementing secure APIs . Strong hands-on experience with AWS services , including deployment, hosting, and service management. Experience building data ingestion and processing pipelines . Experience integrating algorithms or data science models into backend services. Strong understanding of secure data handling and compliance requirements . Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment. Knowledge of cloud monitoring, logging, and scaling tools (e.g. CloudWatch, ECS, Lambda). Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and deliver against milestones. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Desirable Experience Experience integrating data science or machine learning solutions into production systems.

Cloud Lead (Kubernetes, AWS/GCP) We are seeking an experienced Cloud Lead with deep expertise as a Kubernetes SME , and hands-on experience with AWS and/or GCP . This role will play a critical part in leading the next phase of our global cloud transformation . Key Responsibilities Act as the technical lead and SME for cloud networking, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms Lead cloud architecture and transformation initiatives across a global business Design, validate, and govern cloud-native and hybrid architectures Provide hands-on technical leadership while vetting solutions and designs Lead and influence senior technical and non-technical stakeholders Drive best practices in security, scalability, resilience, and cost optimisation Support and mentor engineering teams, setting technical direction and standards Collaborate with product, operations, and leadership to align cloud strategy with business goals Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Cloud Lead / Principal / Architect Strong expertise in Kubernetes (design, operations, scaling) Deep understanding of ASN and cloud networking Hands-on experience with AWS and/or GCP Experience delivering large-scale cloud transformation programmes Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills Ability to bridge technical depth and business strategy Experience working in hybrid cloud environments Working Model Hybrid working : Weekly on-site presence Location : West Midlands

We re recruiting on behalf of a financial technology client seeking a Principal Developer with strong architectural capability . This role sits within a senior Architecture function and will shape the technical direction of a complex, data driven product suite. This role directly influences the long term architecture, resilience, and scalability of a major financial technology platform. You ll play a key part in shaping future technical strategy and ensuring the platform remains robust and fit for growth. You ll act as a hands on technical authority, defining architecture standards, validating solution designs, and guiding engineering teams toward scalable, secure, cloud native systems. Key Focus: Architecture leadership + AWS expertise What You ll Do Define and govern architecture, development, and data standards. Design and review solution architectures, assessing risks and trade offs. Build PoCs and technical spikes to validate decisions and technologies. Provide architectural leadership across multiple products and teams. Improve system performance, reliability, scalability, and resilience. Lead data modelling and contribute to data architecture standards. Collaborate with senior architects, engineering leads, product teams, and external partners. Ensure designs meet SLAs, security, compliance, and operational requirements. What You ll Bring 8 10+ years in software engineering and/or solution architecture. Experience operating at Senior/Principal level in enterprise environments. Strong background in distributed, cloud native, and data intensive systems. Deep AWS experience (essential). Strong data modelling and data architecture skills. Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, REST/event driven services; good knowledge of Angular/Node.js. Solid understanding of CI/CD, IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation), containers (Docker/Kubernetes), and modern DevOps practices. Experience with observability, security by design, and high availability systems. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. This role directly influences the long term architecture, resilience, and scalability of a major financial technology platform. You ll play a key part in shaping future technical strategy and ensuring the platform remains robust and fit for growth. For immediate consideration, forward an up-to-date CV today to discuss circumstances confidentially.

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are seeking a Lead Performance Tester/Performance Engineering Lead to provide end-to-end ownership of performance testing and performance assurance across complex digital services. This role acts as the performance authority, accountable for defining strategy, leading delivery, and providing formal recommendations on production readiness. Key Responsibilities Own the performance testing strategy for assigned services or programmes Lead volumetric analysis, performance risk assessment, and test scoping Define entry/exit criteria, success measures, and acceptance recommendations Provide performance engineering expertise, including architectural input Lead and coordinate load, stress, soak, and scalability testing activities Oversee integration of performance testing into CI/CD pipelines Analyse results and lead root-cause analysis of systemic performance issues Produce and sign off Test Completion Reports and readiness assessments Engage with senior stakeholders, architects, and governance forums Support Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) and live readiness Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices in performance Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience leading performance testing for large-scale systems Strong background in performance engineering, not just tool execution Proven ability to make design and architectural recommendations Experience with cloud platforms (especially AWS) Deep understanding of: Distributed systems Microservice architecture Scalability, resilience, and capacity planning Confident stakeholder engagement at technical and leadership levels Experience operating in governed or regulated environments Desirable Public-sector or government programme experience Experience with APM, monitoring, observability, or AI-assisted analysis Familiarity with GDS or enterprise assurance frameworks Scope & Accountability Accountable for end-to-end performance testing outcomes Owns performance risk, strategy, and assurance for assigned services Provides formal recommendations on test exit and production readiness Leads and mentors performance testers across engagements Acts as the senior escalation point for performance-related issues Represents performance capability in governance and assurance forums Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation . We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from underrepresented communities , and those seeking flexible working arrangements . As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer , we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Performance Tester to deliver hands-on load and performance testing across large-scale digital services and Back End applications, with experience of working with cloud-based distributed services. This is a technical, delivery-focused role operating in structured and governed environments where performance, resilience, and scalability are critical to service success. Key Responsibilities Design and execute load, stress, volume, soak, and scalability tests Analyse performance results, logs, and system metrics to identify bottlenecks Gather and Validate performance NFRs, volumetrics, and capacity assumptions Prepare and maintain performance test scripts and execution runbooks Execute tests in cloud-hosted (AWS) non-production environments Raise performance defects with clear technical evidence Support CI/CD integration for performance testing where required Contribute to test reports, defect triage, and test completion evidence Work closely with developers, architects, platform, and operations teams Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in performance testing of enterprise systems Hands-on delivery using tools such as JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, k6 (or equivalent) Solid understanding of: APIs, HTTP, databases, messaging, caching Backend and distributed system performance characteristics Experience analysing logs and monitoring data Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery models Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments Desirable Experience with APM tools (eg Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Elastic Search with Kibana/Grafana across digital services ) Public-sector or large programme delivery experience Familiarity with GDS Scope & Accountability Responsible for hands-on performance test design and execution Owns quality and accuracy of assigned test artefacts and results Contributes analysis and recommendations but does not hold final assurance authority Works under the direction of a Lead Performance Tester or Test Manager Accountable for timely delivery of agreed performance testing activities Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation . We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from underrepresented communities , and those seeking flexible working arrangements . As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer , we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.