Are you a CMM Programmer who has experience with PC-DMIS and/or Zeiss Calypso? Are you looking for your next challenge within a high-performance engineering environment?If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering business supporting cutting-edge performance vehicles.CMM ProgrammerPermanent Salary dependent on experienceMon-Tues 7.30am-5.00pm, Wed-Thurs 7.30am-4.30pm, Friday in 4 weeks Friday 10.00am-3.00pm)CoventryCMM ProgrammerJob DescriptionSetting, operating and programming CMM equipment across a range of high-performance engineering products, using PC-DMIS software and/or Zeiss Calypso software to create and run inspection programmes.Carrying out general inspection duties using hand measuring equipment (vernier, shadowgraph, micrometres)Verifying supplier ISIR documentation including dimensional, material and process compliance checksSupporting Supplier Quality Assurance teams with supplier-related quality concerns and non-conforming productsCMM ProgrammerEssential Skills/Experience/QualificationsPrevious experience working within an inspection department environmentExperience programming and operating CMM equipmentKnowledge of PC-DMIS and/or Zeiss CalypsoExperience using hand measuring equipment including verniers, micrometres and shadowgraphsCMM ProgrammerCompany Benefits27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidaysMatched + 1% pension, up to 7%Annual bonusAnnual pay reviews If you feel you're a good fit for this position, please click 'apply' Read Less

The RoleThe Network Engineer - L3 (UCC) provides advanced operational support, configuration management, and performance optimisation across unified communications platforms for financial services clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role focused on resolving complex incidents, executing controlled changes, and maintaining high-performing, secure UCC environments. You will play a key role in improving service quality, ensuring compliance, and supporting continuous service improvement in a regulated environment.Key ResponsibilitiesResolve complex UCC incidents across Microsoft Teams, Direct Routing, SIP/VoIP, and meeting room technologiesExecute standard and complex UCC changes in line with governance and compliance requirementsMaintain and validate configuration baselines across Teams Voice, Direct Routing, and endpointsMonitor and optimise service performance using CQD, analytics, and incident trendsAdminister UCC platforms including Teams, Exchange Online integration, and collaboration toolsCollaborate with Network, EUC, vendors, and service teams to resolve dependenciesSupport major incident management and escalations across UCC servicesDrive continuous service improvement and reduce recurring issuesMaintain accurate documentation to support compliance and audit requirementsMentor L1/L2 engineers and improve escalation quality and knowledge sharingEnsure all activities align with financial services regulatory frameworksProvide input into service reporting, governance packs, and post-implementation reviewsExperience & KnowledgeEssential:Strong experience in UCC / unified communications support and operationsExperience supporting Microsoft Teams (including voice and collaboration)Understanding of VoIP, SIP, call flows, and QoS dependenciesExperience with Direct Routing or Operator Connect environmentsStrong troubleshooting skills across endpoints, networks, and user experienceExperience with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management)Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ITSMtoolsStrong communication skills in customer-facing environmentsDesirable:Microsoft 365 or Teams certification (e.g.MS-700)Experience within managed services environmentsExposure to Zoom, Webex, or multi-platform UC environmentsKnowledge of compliant communications / call recording solutionsBasic scripting/automation (PowerShell)BenefitsPension with employer contributionsPrivatehealthcareDiscounted gym memberships25-27 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off24/7 wellbeing support + Team Claranet initiatives Read Less

SAP Security & Implementation Engineer (SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud) Our client is looking for an experienced SAP Security & Identity Management Engineer to play a key role in protecting critical SAP systems and data within an SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud environment.In this role, you'll design and deliver secure SAP Identity Management solutions, helping ensure the right people have the right access at the right time.You'll work closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to implement security roles, segregation of duties controls, workflows, and governance frameworks that keep systems secure while enabling the business to operate effectively.What you'll be doing:-Designing and implementingSAP security roles and authorisations in SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud-Delivering Segregation of Duties (SoD) rules, security provisioning, workflows and business process controls-Translating business requirements into security and authorisation designs-Supporting the SAP Applications team by resolving incidents, reducing technical debt and delivering improvements-Ensuring solutions meet information security and compliance standards-Contributing to project delivery, planning and continuous improvement using latest SAP technologiesWhat we're looking for:-5+ years SAP S/4HANA experience, particularly in implementation-Strong background in SAP Security & Authorisations-Experience with SAP Fiori and HANA database security-Knowledge of role-based access control, security governance and SAP access/process controls-Experience delivering SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementations (or relevant certification/training)-Comfortable working with stakeholders and producing clear technical documentationThis is an opportunity to work on modern SAP S/4HANA Cloud security architecture, helping shape secure ERP solutions while collaborating with a high-performing applications team.You will need to be eligible for Security Clearance if successful. Read Less

Service Desk Engineer - Stockton on Tees£40,000 PAIT department within a leading construction engineering business is seeking a highly proactive and analytical Service Desk Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. This is a stand-alone on-site IT role, working autonomously day-to-day, while being fully supported by a centralised main IT department.You will be responsible for logging, diagnosing, and resolving issues across a range of hardware and software systems. The role involves providing escalation support to 1st line IT technicians, liaising with other internal IT functions and external vendors and ensuring the delivery of a consistently high level of IT support across the business.This position is also client-facing, requiring regular interaction with internal stakeholders and users. As such, excellent communication skills, a professional approach and the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users are essential.Key Responsibilities:Provide end-user support to VIPs and users via telephone, remote support, email, and face-to-facePrioritise and manage workflow through the ITSM system (ServiceNow)Conduct on-site technical investigations and escalate issues to ensure timely resolutionCollaborate with IT team members and support 1st and 2nd line IT teamsInstall, update, maintain, and support various software packages and hardwarePerform Active Directory administration and deploy software via Endpoint ManagerSupport SIP/VOIP telephony and video conference systemsConfigure and support iOS/Android mobile devices and 4G/5G donglesAssist with IT projects and maintain technical documentationQualifications and Skills:Microsoft certifications (desired)Experience with ITSM systemsProficiency in Windows Operating Systems, Active Directory, Office 365, and Microsoft TeamsUnderstanding of anti-virus products, web gateway filtering, and networking conceptsStrong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skillsAbility to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectivelyPlease note; you must have a Uk driver's license/own vehicle for this position. Read Less

DevSecOps EngineerManchester - Hybrid, 3 days a week in the office. Commutable from Stockport, Wigan, Bolton, Rochdale, Bury, Sale, Liverpool, Warrington, and Runcorn.Up to £80,000 + benefitsWe're partnered exclusively with a Fintech business in Manchester who've been building their own SaaS platform for 10 years. As the business has scaled, so has the complexity of their engineering environment - and they've reached the point where security needs to be built into every stage of delivery, not bolted on at the end.They're hiring a DevSecOps Engineer to sit at that intersection between security and engineering. This isn't a pure security role, and it's not a pure DevOps role. It's for someone who's genuinely comfortable in both worlds - someone who understands pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling, and knows how to embed security into them without grinding everything to a halt.You'll be working with DevOps, Platform, and Security teams to integrate security tooling into CI/CD, automate vulnerability detection, manage cloud security controls, and help engineering teams ship quickly without cutting corners. In a regulated Fintech environment, this role carries real weight.Key skills needed:Hands-on DevSecOps or Security Engineering experience in a cloud-native environmentStrong CI/CD experience - GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar - and the ability to integrate security gates properlySAST, DAST, and SCA tooling - Snyk, Checkov, Trivy, Semgrep, or similarInfrastructure as Code - Terraform, CloudFormation - and identifying misconfigs before they hit productionContainer and Kubernetes security - image scanning, runtime security, network policiesCloud security experience - primarily GCP, with some AWS exposure also usefulSecret management - HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, or similarKnowledge of Fintech compliance requirements - PCI-DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001Scripting skills - Python, Bash, or similarSomeone who can translate between security and engineering teams, and is respected by bothThis is the highest-paid role in this hiring round for a reason. They want someone exceptional. If you're a DevSecOps engineer who's done with security being treated as a checkbox, and you want to work somewhere that's actually building it in from day one, this is the one to go for.Click "APPLY" now to be considered for this role.DevSecOps Engineer - Manchester - Hybrid - Up to £80,000 + benefits Read Less

Cloud Security Engineer Manchester - Hybrid, 3 days a week in the office. Commutable from Stockport, Wigan, Bolton, Rochdale, Bury, Sale, Liverpool, Warrington, and Runcorn.Up to £75,000 + benefitsWe're partnered exclusively with a Fintech business in Manchester, who've spent the last 10 years building their own SaaS product suite. They've recently migrated to GCP - still with some AWS presence - and now security is firmly at the top of the agenda as they settle into the new environment and scale.They're a 300-person business - still at a size where you can actually make a difference, but big enough to have real structure and a decent security budget. The team is growing, the product is doing well, and they want someone who wants to get stuck in rather than just maintain what's already there.You'll be working closely with their DevOps and Platform teams, helping embed security across their cloud environment. Think cloud posture management, network security, identity and access controls, and making sure their SaaS infrastructure stays tight as they scale.Key skills needed:Solid hands-on experience with GCP, with some AWS exposure also usefulCloud security posture management - Prisma Cloud, Wiz, Google Security Command Center, or similarNetwork security in cloud environments - VPCs, security groups, firewalls, WAFsExperience securing Kubernetes workloads and container environments (GKE experience a plus)IaC security (Terraform, CloudFormation) - spotting misconfigs before they hit productionKnowledge of compliance frameworks relevant to Fintech - PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, SOC 2Cloud-native logging and monitoring - Google Cloud Logging, Chronicle, or similarSomeone who's comfortable working across engineering teams, not just sat in a siloThis is a proper hands-on role with real ownership. If you want to actually shape how cloud security is done at a growing Fintech, rather than just being handed a list of tickets, this is worth a look.Click "APPLY" now to be considered for this role.Cloud Security Engineer - Manchester - Hybrid - Up to £75,000 + benefits Read Less

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution ArchitectLocations: UK Wide / Hybrid Working / Nearest Base LocationSalary: Up to £115,000 + Excellent BenefitsWe're looking for an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution Architect to join a growing Microsoft practice delivering large-scale digital transformation programmes across the UK.You'll become part of a highly skilled team delivering enterprise Microsoft solutions across Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Azure technologies for clients across Retail, Manufacturing, Utilities, Transport and Healthcare.This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transformation projects where you'll play a key role in shaping end-to-end ERP solutions from discovery through to delivery and go-live.The RoleAs a Solution Architect, you'll be responsible for designing scalable, secure and high-performing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations solutions aligned to client business objectives.You'll work closely with technical teams, stakeholders and senior decision-makers to define architecture, oversee solution design and guide successful project delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the architecture and solution design for Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementationsShape and oversee requirements gathering and solution discovery workshopsDesign secure, scalable and accessible enterprise solutionsDefine integration architecture across the Microsoft technology stack including Azure and Power PlatformSupport delivery teams throughout the full project lifecycleEngage with senior stakeholders and build trusted client relationshipsSupport Agile delivery methodologies including sprint planning, Epics, Features and User StoriesContribute to pre-sales and solution strategy discussions where requiredSkills & Experience RequiredProven experience as a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Solution ArchitectFull lifecycle ERP implementation experience within Dynamics 365Strong understanding of Power Platform and wider Microsoft technologies including AzureExperience with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOpsExcellent stakeholder management and consulting skillsAbility to translate business requirements into effective technical solutionsStrong communication and presentation skillsPassion for delivering innovative Microsoft-based enterprise solutionsWhat's on Offer?Salary up to £115,000Hybrid and flexible workingExposure to enterprise-scale transformation programmesExcellent career progression and learning opportunitiesCollaborative and supportive environmentOpportunity to work with leading Microsoft technologies on impactful projectsThis role requires SC clearance eligibility, so please be prepared to answer Visa/UK residency related questions.Interested in finding out more? Apply now for a confidential discussion. Read Less

Threat and Vulnerability Manager£55kNewport (x1 day a week)Benefits:28.9% pension & Flexi-workingThe OpportunityYolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team has partnered with a specialised Civil Service Organisation who are presently undergoing an interesting transformation into the cloud space.In this role, you will oversee and continuously improve the management of vulnerability assessments across our hybrid IT environment. Using a risk-based, threat-informed approach, you will prioritise remediation efforts and work closely with stakeholders to enhance the security posture of our systems and services.Vulnerability Management (Primary Focus)Lead and improve the organisation's vulnerability management programme across a hybrid IT environment, including infrastructure and applications.Oversee penetration testing activities, including scoping, prioritisation, stakeholder engagement, and remediation tracking.Assess and prioritise vulnerabilities using a risk-based, threat-informed approach aligned with business, regulatory, and audit requirements.Manage the full vulnerability lifecycle, including triage, mitigation planning, remediation guidance, and coordination with relevant teams.Develop and maintain policies, procedures, standards, and best practice guidance.Threat IntelligenceProduce tactical, operational, and strategic threat intelligence assessments using internal, commercial, open-source, and external partner intelligence sources.Support intelligence-sharing initiatives and strengthen overall cyber intelligence capability.Provide timely analysis of emerging threats and the wider threat landscape.Cyber Risk ManagementSupport cyber risk management activities through risk and threat assessments aligned with regulatory and security standards.Provide practical, proportionate security advice to stakeholders.Reporting & MetricsDevelop and maintain meaningful metrics to measure the effectiveness of vulnerability management and threat intelligence functions.Incident Response SupportSupport and enhance incident response processes.Represent cyber security during operational incidents, coordinate with stakeholders, and assist threat intelligence and threat-hunting activities.Technical ExperienceStrong experience in vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and security operations within complex enterprise environments.Experience managing penetration testing programmes.Understanding of secure development practices and security testing within the software development lifecycle (SDLC).Broad technical knowledge of hybrid/cloud infrastructure, identity management, and application security.Here's What You'll Get in ReturnPension scheme up to 28.9%Salary: £55,000Full Flexi-Time - Work your 37.5 hours on any schedule between 5am and 10pmAccrued Time - If you work 37.5 hours in 4 days, you can have the fifth day offUnlimited Pluralsight learning videos25 Days annual leave PLUS Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days)Think this one's for youIf you think this Threat and Vulnerability Manager opportunity is for you then please apply online.Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs.Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Read Less

East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber

The Role

We're recruiting for Lead Architects here at Justice Digital , to be part of our warm and collaborative teams within the Legal Aid Agency . Our lead architects are responsible for assuring, designing, and delivering digital services that make a genuine difference to people's lives. A Lead Architect will work alongside a service owner, overseeing the work of up to 10 engineering teams. Together we will collaborate to develop our strategy, connect people and build trust with clear communication, and provide empathetic technical leadership across diverse teams.

This role aligns against the Lead Technical Architect Role from the Government Digital and Data Framework.

Our Lead Architects will work to understand our technology, our business, and our people (colleagues, stakeholders, and users of our services), and to create an ambitious and pragmatic vision for our teams, using their technical expertise to bring our challenges and opportunities into focus alongside the views of other professions in our leadership team.

In LAA Digital believe that architecture is not purely a technical discipline. The systems we build are shaped by the teams that build them, the organisational structures they sit within, and the communication patterns between the people involved. Our architects think about how team structures, domain boundaries, and organisational dynamics shape systems - and how the systems we design, in turn, shape the organisation. We are looking for people who understand that designing great systems means co-designing the social and technical dimensions together, and who bring both technical depth and organisational awareness to their work.

This role requires clear communication and structured thinking skills. A Lead Architect can see the big picture, understanding our complex technology landscape, and can clearly and effectively communicate with both specialist and non-specialist audiences.

By building trust, developing great relationships, and empathising with others you will support the development of the architecture community and engineering leadership within your service area, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership across teams.

A Lead Architect will have a good understanding of a broad range of technologies, with hands on experience in both software engineering and commercial enterprise, as well as providing effective governance, both within our organisation, and across our suppliers.

You'll receive a range of excellent benefits when you join our department, including: A generous employer pension contribution of 28.97% through the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 25 days of annual leave, (increasing to 30 days once you have reached 5 years of service), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday. Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working, working part time or compressed hours. Designed to support a positive work-life balance. Employees are allocated 10% of their working time for personal and professional development. A £1k per person learning budget is in place to support all our people, with access to best-in-class conferences and seminars, accreditation with professional bodies, fully funded vocational programmes and e-learning platforms. Compassionate maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave policies, with up to 26 weeks leave at full pay, 13 weeks with partial pay, and 13 weeks further leave. And maternity support/paternity leave at full pay for 2 weeks, too! You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog.

Key Responsibilities Create a technical vision for Legal Aid, develop our strategy, and be accountable for our technology estate as part of our Architect Leadership Team. Communicate about our technology across teams and professions, not just within our Digital unit but across all parts of the Ministry of Justice and with our suppliers and partners; seeing the big picture and bringing it to all stakeholders. Collaborate and find agreement with senior stakeholders, providing both technical and non-technical direction and challenge, as well as pragmatic compromise to deliver value. Maintain a holistic view of the end-to-end service ecosystem within Legal Aid, identifying technical dependencies and risks, actively seeking opportunities for improvement and collaboration, and ensuring we as a profession are actively producing, maintaining, and owning the associated enterprise architecture documentation. Empower teams to make pragmatic and incremental change, through influence and inspiration, setting both a vision for the future and an empathetic path that people and teams will be able to follow. Guide and influence choices to align with strategy, and seek out opportunities for digital transformation, helping all understand the value of technical decisions. Engage with our portfolio, assurance, risk management, cyber, and information assurance leadership to ensure their priorities are represented alongside those of the business and other digital teams. Mentor, coach, line-manage, and recruit more great architects and engineering leadership, helping build a sustainable work force plan to deliver our strategy. Champion inclusive working practices and support efforts to grow diversity, inclusivity and balance across engineering roles. Run community-of-practice initiatives within the architecture and engineering functions. Promote open dialogue, collaborative problem solving, and continuous learning within our technical community. Our Tech Stack


This is our tech, both strategic and legacy. You don't need to have experience with all of these, but we hope you see some familiar things. Modern languages and frameworks built in Ruby, Java, and Python Resilient infrastructure in the cloud (primarily AWS), using infrastructure as code (IaC) and platforms as a service (PaaS) Progressive software development practices such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) A new multi-tier architecture, creating central data and business logic platforms to accelerate our product development. Enterprise Oracle software, including Enterprise Resource Planning (E-Business Suite) Mac or Windows-based development environments and public GitHub repositories if you're interested in finding out more about the work our architects do in LAA Digital, please join us on 10th June at 12:00. In the session, we will explain a little more about the recruitment process and what it is like to work within the Civil Service. More importantly, you'll hear first-hand from our lead architects about the work they do. Please come along with you questions and learn more about the team and the role.

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If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply!

Person Specification

Essential A systems thinking mindset and the ability to see the big picture - how changes in one part of a sociotechnical system (people, process, technology, governance) affect others, to reason about emergent behaviours in complex environments, and to make trade-offs accordingly leading to iterative, outcome-focused, and effective change towards a strategic vision. Comfort with ambiguity and complexity is essential. Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical, solution, or infrastructure architecture role, with a background in either software engineering or enterprise architecture, acting as a recognised expert to guide, critique, and support teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distil complex and nuanced information into clear, concise messaging at all levels, from specialist developers through to non-technical executive leadership, developing mutual understanding and trust to drive consensus and reach decisions. Experience assuring services in a complex technical estate through effective risk management and technical governance, both within your own teams and across commercial engagements with third parties. Practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, web frameworks, data persistence technologies or event driven architecture in public cloud environments) Experience in introducing and championing best practices such as agile development, domain-driven design (DDD), test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration (CI), continuous delivery (CD), and DevOps, fostering high-quality engineering culture within teams. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance

We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor.

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East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We are recruiting two Lead DevOps Engineers to join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), working within the Chief Architect function. These roles will provide technical leadership for DevOps and platform engineering across strategic technology platforms that enable the Ministry of Justice to deliver secure, reliable and scalable digital services. OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes shared platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate systems that are secure, reliable and sustainable. As a Lead DevOps Engineer, you will help shape and operate critical platform capabilities that support delivery across the organisation. You will establish and promote modern engineering practices, ensuring platforms are resilient, observable, secure and easy for teams to use. Working closely with engineers, architects, product managers and delivery teams, you will help create the environments, tooling and operational processes needed to support effective software delivery at scale. Justice Digital, Data and Science exists to support the delivery of justice through modern, reliable and secure digital services. We work in multidisciplinary teams, focus on user needs, and take a pragmatic approach to technology that balances pace with long-term sustainability. You will join the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, a central function that sets technical direction across Justice Digital, Data and Science. OCTO works closely with delivery teams, platform teams and senior leaders to define standards, shape shared platforms and improve how engineering is done across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to operate at organisational scale, influence how engineering works across Justice Digital, Data and Science, and remain closely connected to real technical problems through hands-on engagement with tooling and platforms. The roles are aligned to two key strategic areas: Integration Hub We are establishing a new integration hub to enable more consistent, reusable and governed approaches to how systems interact across the MoJ estate. This role will play a key part in shaping how that platform is built and operated, ensuring it supports modern integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven architecture and messaging. You will be responsible for ensuring the platform and related services are operable, reliable and secure, with the tooling, environments and practices needed for teams to build, deploy and run integrations effectively. You will help establish strong engineering practices, CI/CD pipelines, observability and operational controls that support consistent and scalable integration delivery across the organisation. Justice Data Factories The second role will focus on Justice Data Factories, our federated data architecture initiative. Justice Data Factories provide agency-specific environments where data is ingested, transformed and published as trusted data products, enabling domains across the Ministry of Justice to take greater ownership of their data while operating within a consistent, governed architectural framework. You will play a key role in developing and operating the platform capabilities, infrastructure and engineering practices that underpin this ecosystem. Working closely with data engineers, architects and product teams, you will ensure the platform is secure, scalable and reliable, while driving improvements in automation, CI/CD, observability and operational resilience to support the delivery of data products at scale. Both roles offer the opportunity to influence organisation-wide technology platforms, shape engineering standards and practices, and contribute to the delivery of modern, reusable capabilities that support the Ministry of Justice's digital and data ambitions. This role aligns against the Lead DevOps engineer role from the Government Digital and Data Framework You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Our Tech Stack We use a broad range of technologies and are looking for people with strong practical experience in modern software delivery environments. Cloud platforms: AWS Infrastructure as code: Terraform Containerisation and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes Source control and CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions Languages: Python You will be supported to deepen your knowledge of our platforms once in post Our work is largely open source. You can explore repositories at: Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering, development and continuous improvement of strategic platforms, including infrastructure, environments and deployment pipelines Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation to enable teams to build, test and deploy services quickly, safely and consistently. Work directly in code and infrastructure (for example Infrastructure as Code) to ensure platforms are robust, secure and maintainable Build and evolve shared platform capabilities that support the delivery and operation of digital and data services across the organisation. Ensure platforms are designed for high availability, scalability and resilience, with appropriate approaches to disaster recovery and business continuity. Implement and improve observability, including logging, metrics and tracing, to enable effective monitoring and operational support. Provide technical leadership and practical support to engineering teams, helping them make effective use of platform capabilities, tooling and environments. Work closely with engineers, architects and product teams to ensure services are deployable, operable and production-ready. Take ownership of platform reliability, performance and operational excellence in production environments. Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, driving continuous improvement through automation, tooling and platform enhancements. If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential: Significant, recent hands-on experience working as a DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer or similar, building and operating cloud-native platforms or services in production. Hands-on experience building and operating container-based platforms (e.g. Kubernetes) in production, including deploying and managing distributed systems. Experience using infrastructure as code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation) to provision and manage scalable, reliable environments. Experience implementing and operating observability tooling (logging, monitoring, alerting, tracing) to support reliable services in production. Understanding of how to design and operate platforms that support integration patterns such as APIs, event-driven systems and messaging. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance. We welcome the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and do not discriminate based on culture, ethnicity, race, nationality or national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability status, sexual orientation, educational or social background or any other factor. Read Less

Location Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham, Swindon About the job Job summary The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And we are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team. Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - we are leading significant transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme. We are also delivering cost- effective property services such as asset management, lifecycle replacement and workplace services. Innovation and progress underpin our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. Our four core values are at the heart of everything we do. They shape our culture and guide how we work, lead and grow together: Striving for excellence - We always aim to deliver great results Empowering through respect - We insist on fair treatment for all, always Acting with integrity - We consistently do the right thing Succeeding together - We rely on each other to achieve success The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction. Job description Are you a visionary Business Analyst who thrives on delivering transformational digital services? Join our Digital Service Transformation Team and spearhead the rollout of end to end ServiceNow capabilities spanning HR Service Delivery (HRSD), Customer Service Management (CSM), IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Operations Management (ITOM), Business Continuity Management (BCM), Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Software Asset Management (SAM), and Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM). You will also harness ServiceNow's built-in Generative AI, Agentic AI and mobile app frameworks to deliver intuitive, intelligent self service experiences. Working in a fast paced, high stakes environment, you will integrate ServiceNow with enterprise systems like Planon IWMS, Salesforce CRM, and Microsoft 365/Azure, driving seamless data flows and optimised processes. Your efforts will directly impact how civil servants and citizens access services enhancing efficiency, responsiveness, and transparency across the department. As a Business Analyst specialising in ServiceNow, you will lead the discovery, design and implementation of the following modules: Human Resources Service Delivery (HRSD) Customer Service Management (CSM) IT Service Management (ITSM) Configuration Management Database (CMDB) Common Service Data Model (CSDM) IT Operations Management (ITOM) Business Continuity Management (BCM) Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Software Asset Management (SAM) Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) ServiceNow Mobile App ServiceNow AI (Gen AI & Agentic AI) ServiceNow Integrations - Pilgrim (Planon) IWMS, Salesforce, Microsoft and other systems Business Analysis Elicit, capture, and document business requirements from diverse stakeholders both internal and external clients and customers. Produce key artefacts including: Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) with functional and non-functional requirements End-to-end process maps and data flow diagrams User personas and user journey maps Use cases and detailed user stories with acceptance criteria Requirements traceability matrix Analyse and prioritise requirements for ServiceNow modules (HRSD, CSM, ITSM, ITOM, BCM, GRC, SAM, SPM) and ensure alignment with business objectives. Business Process Improvement Create as-is and to-be process maps for workflows to be automated in ServiceNow. Identify opportunities for process optimisation, automation, and self-service enablement. Recommend improvements that leverage ServiceNow GenAI and mobile applications to enhance user experience and service efficiency. Requirements Definition & Management Define, manage, and validate requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Maintain clear requirements traceability from business needs through to delivered features and test scenarios. Support scope management and ensure alignment between business priorities, technical delivery, and compliance requirements. Change Implementation Planning & Management Contribute to the planning and execution of ServiceNow rollouts and upgrades. Support implementation of integrations with enterprise platforms (Planon, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure). Participate in release planning, roadmap discussions, and adoption strategies to ensure smooth transitions and minimal business disruption. Stakeholder Relationship Management Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as the key bridge between business teams and technical developers. Facilitate workshops, demonstrations, and playback sessions to validate requirements and showcase progress. Ensure that stakeholder needs are communicated clearly and reflected in delivered solutions. Organisational Change Management Support change impact assessments for new ServiceNow features, GenAI enhancements, and mobile app rollouts. Develop communication materials, training content, and guidance to drive adoption of new processes and tools. Champion a user-centred approach, ensuring accessibility and inclusion in service design. Testing Define and document test scenarios, test cases, and UAT scripts linked directly to requirements. Coordinate UAT sessions with business stakeholders to validate functionality, usability, and data quality. Support defect triage and ensure that delivered solutions meet business and compliance needs. Person specification Essential criteria: ServiceNow Expertise: Experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Consultant leading multi module ServiceNow implementations (HRSD, CSM, ITSM, ITOM, BCM, GRC, SAM, SPM). Proven track record integrating ServiceNow with external platforms (Planon, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure) in a regulated environment. Analytical & Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for stakeholders at all levels. Strong facilitation skills leading collaborative design sessions, de risking through early prototyping, and guiding user acceptance testing. Proven experience creating and maintaining core BA artefacts (BRD, process maps, user personas, RTM, test cases). UK Government Background (Preferred): Familiarity with UK government standards such as Service Standard, Service Manual, Service Assessment, GDPR / DPIA, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and digital accessibility (WCAG) requirements. Technical Aptitude: Proficient in process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart) and agile project management (Jira, Azure DevOps). Understanding of ServiceNow scripting (Business Rules, Client Scripts, UI Policies) to collaborate effectively with development teams. 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Are you the next Senior Systems Engineer to help build and shape the software behind our next generation laser processing platform? If so, Opsydia would love to hear from you as we expand into new markets and unlock new technical opportunities.

Spun out from the University of Oxford in 2017, Opsydia is a specialist laser technology company harnessing decades of academic excellence and deep expertise in adaptive optics to enable the writing of features in transparent materials. Our writing technology has gone on to provide functionalities across scientific and industrial domains.

Our platform enables the creation of functional devices in optical glass, diamond, and other transparent media, powering disruptive applications in datacoms, quantum technologies, and advanced sensing.

THE ROLE

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will take full system-level ownership of Opsydia s next generation laser photonics products. This is a technical leadership role spanning architecture, integration, verification, and productization, ensuring that complex opto electro mechanical subsystems come together into robust, high performance solutions.

You will lead the definition, design, and delivery of complete systems, balancing photonics, precision mechanics, automation, software, reliability engineering, and manufacturability. Working across early stage R&D, customer engagements, and product development, you will play a key role in shaping Opsydia s technical roadmap and maturing prototypes into deliverable, field ready products.

Key Responsibilities

End to End Systems Ownership

o Lead system architecture from concept through requirements, detailed design, prototyping, verification, and release.

o Develop system level specifications, performance budgets, and risk models across optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

o Define and drive processes for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting.

Ultrafast Laser & Photonics Systems

o Integrate and optimise femtosecond laser sources for high precision laser matter interaction applications.

o Collaborate with laser manufacturers to define specifications, validate performance, and ensure long term stability and repeatability.

o Manage system level trade offs involving beam delivery, adaptive optics, power stability, thermal management, and alignment tolerances.

Precision Motion & Opto Mechanical Integration

o Architect and integrate high precision motion systems (piezo, air bearing, linear motor) with sub micron or nanometre level stability.

o Oversee opto mechanical design for robustness in industrial environments, ensuring vibration control, thermal stability, and reliability.

o Work closely with the Software Team to achieve coordinated laser stage performance.

System Integration & Verification

o Combine lasers, adaptive optics, motion control, electronics, and machine vision into fully functional, production ready systems.

o Use optical modelling and simulation tools to optimise performance and minimise error sources.

o Develop verification plans, test procedures, and system level fault analysis frameworks.

Automation, Control & Safety

o Define system level control methodologies and sequencing alongside the Software Team.

o Ensure full compliance with international laser safety standards and implement appropriate interlocks, monitoring, and diagnostic features.

o Contribute to automation and workflow design that enhances stability, repeatability, and throughput.

ABOUT YOU

You will have a deep technical background with extensive of experience in photonics, laser systems, or precision instrumentation, ideally holding an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master s) in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field. You take full accountability for delivering complex projects from concept to deployment, ensuring technical excellence and timely execution within a collaborative team environment

You will be able to demonstrate the following:

Expertise in ultrafast laser applications, including femtosecond systems and adaptive optics.

Proven experience developing and integrating precision motion-controlled stages for high-accuracy processes.

Strong background in photonics-based applications, from fibre coupling to photonic integrated circuits.

Ability to architect and optimise complex optical systems, including adaptive optics and machine vision elements.

A proactive, solution-oriented approach to technical challenges.

Exceptional organisational, documentation, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

For this senior role, we expect applicants with significant experience in metrology, optics, and control systems, ideally with exposure to industrial-grade system integration and supplier engagement.

You might also have:

Practical knowledge of adaptive optics for beam shaping and correction.

Expertise in waveguide fabrication or optical fibre performance characterization.

Familiarity with mechanical design and optical simulation tools.

Proven ability to configure and optimize precision motion control systems (piezo, air-bearing, interferometric feedback).

Competence in automation and scripting for system control (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW).

Experience with advanced microscopy and analytical techniques.

Track record of developing products and producing documentation for regulatory compliance.

Understanding of intellectual property development and technology protection strategies.

Previous involvement in project planning, risk assessment, and technical reporting.

If you don't meet all of the criteria above, but are interested in the role, please apply or get in touch to discuss further.

The role is advertised as full-time.

We are pleased to accommodate flexible and hybrid working where appropriate but, as a hardware company, we find hands-on system and collaboration time to be highly valuable, so encourage time spent in the office and expect this when required.

As part of the recruitment process a selected candidate will be required to undergo security screening to BPSS standard.

Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as received so this vacancy may be closed earlier; early applications are therefore encouraged.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Salary range: £54,000-£58,000 dependant on experience.

Benefits

Hybrid & flexible working arrangements

Share option scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Group Income Protection and Life Assurance

Enhanced family leave

Company matched pension contributions up to 5%. Salary sacrifice arrangement is available

25 days paid leave plus bank holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Mental Health and Wellbeing support and activities

Supported further study or training for your professional and personal development

Volunteering opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer and commit to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace whilst creating an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all. We post our job descriptions across a wide range of recruitment platforms to enable us to garner the most diverse range of candidates we possibly can.

ADJUSTMENTS AND PROVISIONS

We are dedicated to putting in place any reasonable adjustments that may be required to meet the needs of those who wish to apply for a position at Opsydia.

Please share if you have a declared disability, for example but not limited to: a social communication impairment such as autism spectrum disorder, a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD; a mental health condition, a sensory impairment affecting sight or hearing or a physical or mobility impairment.

ALTERNATIVE FORMATS

We can provide our job descriptions in an alternative format of video or audio description

ABOUT OPSYDIA

Opsydia provides commercial systems based on adaptive optics which can directly generate photonic structures in a variety of transparent materials. Learn more at

The company is based in the Centre for Innovation & Enterprise at Begbroke Science Park north of Oxford. Begbroke offers comprehensive facilities on-site including a restaurant, coffee shop, free parking and a minibus service between the park and Oxford.

Your data will be held in line with our recruitment privacy policy available at

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The role:

We are looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT department in Bristol.

At Simmons & Simmons, technology is central to delivering exceptional client service. We are seeking a talented and motivated Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our Platforms team and help build, automate and operate the Azure platform underpinning our applications and services.

This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing and delivering secure, scalable and resilient cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure, using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD automation as the default approach. You will work closely with architects, security and application teams to implement cloud platform patterns and enable delivery teams to deploy safely and consistently.

What will you do:

Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & CI/CD automation Build, deploy, and maintain Azure infrastructure using IaC (Bicep and/or Terraform) with peer review and version control. Strong familiarity working in IaC and pipelines to ensure quality, security and adherence to baseline standards. Cloud reliability, operations & incident/problem support (engineering-led) Act as an escalation point for complex Azure platform issues; troubleshoot, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes (automation over repeated manual intervention). Monitor and improve platform health using Azure observability tooling (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics/KQL, Application Insights, Science Logic), and improve alerting and diagnostics. Plan and implement operational improvements such as performance tuning, resource optimisation and resilience enhancements, aligned to service expectations. Any experience working within the Agile framework using Scrum. Security, compliance & governance Embed security controls and compliance checks into delivery pipelines (DevSecOps approach), ensuring cloud systems are configured securely and remain compliant. Contribute to platform governance initiatives such as naming/tagging conventions, logging standards, Key Vault/secret patterns, and controlled change via Github Push/Pull requests. Work closely with Security and CISO stakeholders and the wider networks team to maintain a strong and compliant security posture across our Azure public cloud subscription. Delivery collaboration & technical project contribution Collaborate with stakeholders, architects and engineers to translate requirements into Azure designs and deliver working solutions. Contribute to planning and execution of cloud-focused initiatives, identifying risks and dependencies early and supporting smooth transition into support. Maintain clear technical documentation (design notes, runbooks, standard operating procedures) in the team s knowledge base. What we are looking for:

The role deliberately covers a relatively broad brief of technologies, targeted at enabling effective communication and efficient working practices. We would expect the role holder to be able to demonstrate a skill base that spans a range of the following topics and, where necessary, to demonstrate the aptitude and desire to develop to meet the entire brief. Knowledge of a range of enterprise IT application technologies, including a demonstrated track record in operating and administering or working with infrastructure applications as part of the: Microsoft Application Stack such as Exchange 365; Active Directory, AD connect, Azure site recovery (ASR), Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Azure SQL. Experience of working with VMware vSphere, HPE Servers & Storage, upgrades and maintenance procedures. Hands-on experience engineering solutions in Microsoft Azure, including a solid understanding of Azure IaaS and PaaS services (e.g., VMs, Storage, App Services, Front Door, API Management, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Networking). Strong experience with PowerShell scripting and Infrastructure as Code in either (Bicep and/or Terraform; ARM knowledge acceptable where relevant). Practical experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, CI/CD concepts) and Git-based version control. Azure networking knowledge including VNETs, vWAN, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, hub-and-spoke, and traffic management concepts. Azure security fundamentals including Managed Identities, Key Vault, Conditional Access, Defender for Cloud/Security Centre. Strong scripting capability in PowerShell (and/or Bash), and the ability to automate operational tasks and deployments. Strong troubleshooting mindset: diagnosing complex issues and driving them to resolution with appropriate escalation and RCA. Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical topics in plain English in a professional services environment. Preferably either: 5-years relevant experience working in a similar role, or a qualification in Computer Science or Engineering or Microsoft accredited Azure Certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator / DevOps / Cloud Engineering) and relevant experience working in a similar role. Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Windows Stack. Career Level:

The career level assigned to this role is level 3. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level.

Here at Simmons & Simmons:

At Simmons, we are proud of our collaborative, open and non-hierarchical culture, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and the wellbeing of our people is paramount. Our dynamic minds work as one integrated team, partnering with leading organisations on inspirational and thought-provoking projects that matter. From day one, irrespective of job title, qualification or background, everyone s voice is heard, and you are encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will have a platform to excel, exceed your career ambitions, and achieve things you never thought possible.

Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We are proud to rank as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, a Stonewall Top Global Employer, and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our business plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Our in-house generative AI tool, Percy, won the Innovation in Automation and AI Tools category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and client service. We have been commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across three categories: construction, employment, and intellectual property. Our profile is highly positive, highlighting our sector specialisms and notable case and transactional work. Equal opportunities:

We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview. . click apply for full job details Read Less

Location: London, Manchester, Cardiff, Southampton At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. The Engine technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling
We're looking for Engineers who can lead and inspire teams, collaborating to spearhead the development of the Engine platform for clients all over the world. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. As a Staff Engineer you will: Coach, mentor, and grow a high-performing team, ensuring their well-being as they work on high-impact solutions that bring value to Engine and our customers. Have the opportunity to lead multiple complex projects from inception through to run Get hands-on when needed, using your strong system design skills to help the team make smart architectural decisions and unblock complex challenges. Take ownership of technical challenges critical to the success of the business Identify where existing tooling, applications, or processes can be enhanced and deliver innovative change Collaborate with clients, solution architects, product owners, and other engineers to help meet the client goals Obtain a wide and varied understanding of how banks operate around the world Shape the future capabilities of Engine, including our approach, tooling, automation and architecture. Lead by example in your contributions to the codebase, setting a high bar for others to aim for Champion a healthy engineering culture built on continuous improvement, technical excellence, and a focus on the customer. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. We are very open about how we deliver software. For the most part we code in Java, but you need not be an expert when you join us! We believe in clean coding, simple solutions, automated testing and continuous deployment. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis. As a Staff Engineer you will bring the below experience or knowledge: Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. Delivering change to critical systems in a distributed environment Be a highly proficient developer, maintaining a high standard for technical and coding excellence in the collective, through your own work Good understanding of DevOps practices Delivering complex outcomes across multiple domains and teams Working cross-functionally with technologists from other specialties, and non-technical stakeholders across the business Coaching and mentoring members of a team to upskill and develop them in their career Leading the technical delivery on large scale projects to successful completion The main part of our Backend Tech Stack is listed below, we don't ask that you have experience in all of this, but if you do, that's great! Java, which makes up the majority of our backend codebase AWS & GCP - we're cloud-native Microservice based architecture Kubernetes (EKS) TeamCity for CI / CD (with multiple production releases per day) Terraform and Grafana Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with a Staff or Principal Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical & Leadership interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO / Engineering Director / Principal Engineer 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing
About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information. Read Less

Locations: London, Manchester, Cardiff, Southampton
At Engine by Starling, we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling - We're looking for Backend Software Engineers to work on the Engine Platform and make our existing features work for banks all over the world as well as building new features from scratch that Starling hasn't released in the UK market. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be.
We are looking for engineers at all levels to join the team. We value people being engaged and caring about customers, caring about the code they write and the contribution they can make to banking around the world. People with a broad ability to apply themselves to a multitude of problems and challenges, who can work across teams do great things here at Engine, to continue changing banking for good. As a Staff Engineer you will: Have the opportunity to lead multiple complex projects from inception through to run Be a Technical Leader, whether that be with a team to manage or without Take ownership of technical challenges critical to the success of the business Identify where existing tooling, applications, or processes can be enhanced and deliver innovative change Collaborate with clients, solution architects, product owners, and other engineers to help meet the client goals Obtain a wide and varied understanding of how banks operate around the world Shape the future capabilities of Engine, including our approach, tooling, automation and architecture. Lead by example in your contributions to the codebase, setting a high bar for others to aim for As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. We are very open about how we deliver software. For the most part we code in Java, but you need not be an expert when you join us! We believe in clean coding, simple solutions, automated testing and continuous deployment. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis. As a Staff Engineer you will bring the below experience or knowledge: Delivering change to critical systems in a distributed environment Be a highly proficient developer, maintaining a high standard for technical and coding excellence in the collective, through your own work Good understanding of DevOps practices Delivering complex outcomes across multiple domains and teams Working cross-functionally with technologists from other specialties, and non-technical stakeholders across the business Coaching and mentoring members of a team to upskill and develop them in their career Leading the technical delivery on large scale projects to successful completion The main part of our Backend Tech Stack is listed below, we don't ask that you have experience in all of this, but if you do, that's great! Java, which makes up the majority of our backend codebase AWS & GCP - we're cloud-native Microservice based architecture Kubernetes (EKS) TeamCity for CI / CD (with multiple production releases per day) Terraform and Grafana Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with an Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information. Read Less

Salary £75,000 - £84,317 per annum

Location Remote first in the UK. Most of the team work primarily from home but we also have an office available in Central London for in-person meetings with your team and quarterly all team meetings. You can expect to travel to the office at least once a month. This role may also include some international travel.

Reporting to Chief Executive Officer

Employment Type Permanent

Full time - 35 hours per week

We are happy to talk about flexible working.

Application Closing Date 10am, Monday 22 June 2026

Introduction to the role This is a rare and compelling opportunity, at a moment when our information environment is under significant strain: a senior role with real autonomy, meaningful mission, and genuine influence at the intersection of AI, journalism, and public policy.

As Head of AI, you'll sit on Full Fact's management team and contribute directly to our overall strategy. Your work will span:

Technology leadership; You'll lead the development of Full Fact's AI projects, manage an in-house technology team, and ensure our collection of tools work effectively within real fact checking, journalism and AI workflows. You'll also guide how we collect and use data to improve automation and interoperability at scale.

Strategic partnerships; You'll build and maintain relationships with fact checking organisations, media, academics, and civil society collaborating on AI tools, best practices, and responsible use of OSINT methodologies.

Revenue and fundraising; You'll help secure grants and institutional partnerships to sustain Full Fact's AI work, and develop commercial opportunities that are aligned with our mission.

Policy and advocacy; You'll engage with major platforms, the UK government, regulators, and parliamentary bodies to shape policy on AI governance, online safety, and misinformation. You'll advocate for transparency and accountability in AI-driven content moderation, and contribute to global conversations about technology and misinformation.

We're looking for a technology expert with a clear sense of mission and great leadership skills. Prior experience of working in the ecosystem surrounding misinformation and disinformation is desirable but not essential.

If you are interested in applying but not sure you have all the skills, please do apply. We are open both to supporting learning on the job and to rearranging tasks within the team to suit the skillsets of the best applicant.

Job Definition 1. Technology Leadership Lead the development and enhancement of Full Fact s AI platform to support fact checkers, journalists and researchers worldwide. Manage an in-house technology team, setting priorities and ensuring effective delivery of projects, including a major new initiative to create a public interest benchmark of the output of LLMs. Oversee the integration of AI tools within workflows which focus on misinformation and disinformation, ensuring they align with ethical and operational needs. Guide the collection, structuring, and use of data to improve automation, discoverability, and interoperability of fact checks. Support the development of training datasets, benchmarking and other methodologies to improve AI-assisted fact checking and information integrity research. 2. Strategic Partnerships & Industry Engagement Develop and maintain relationships with fact checking organisations to collaborate on AI tools and best practices. Work with media organisations, academics, and civil society groups on misinformation and AI-related projects. Support the responsible use of OSINT methodologies in Full Fact via collaboration with other fact checkers and investigative teams. Represent Full Fact in industry discussions on AI ethics, content moderation, misinformation detection, and AI model governance. 3. Revenue Growth & Fundraising Help secure funding for Full Fact s AI work through grants, philanthropy, and institutional partnerships. Develop commercial revenue opportunities aligned with Full Fact s mission to support the sustainability of AI and other technology initiatives. 4. Policy Development & Advocacy Engage with major technology platforms to influence their policies on misinformation, fact checking, and AI applications. Work with the UK government, regulators, and parliamentary bodies to shape policy on AI governance, online safety, and misinformation. Advocate for transparency and accountability in AI-driven content moderation and misinformation detection. Contribute to global standards development, including broader structured data approaches to support fact checking at scale. 5. Organisation Leadership Contribute to the strategic direction and impact of Full Fact and provide leadership to all colleagues. What we are looking for from you Political impartiality and sensitivity: You are committed to the political neutrality of our work and have a good understanding of impartiality (please see the rules on our website). Understanding of public debate in the UK and sensitivity to the political context we work in. Essential skills & experience Experience leading technology teams, particularly in AI, machine learning, or NLP. Understanding of AI s role in misinformation detection and fact checking. Experience engaging with technology platforms and policymakers on AI and trust and safety issues. Proven ability to secure funding through grants, partnerships, or commercial initiatives. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams. Desirable skills & experience Familiarity with fact checking ecosystems, structured data, and OSINT techniques. Experience in nonprofit or mission driven organisations. Knowledge of the media and journalism landscape. Understanding of AI model training processes, data governance, and ethical AI deployment. What we offer Starting salary of £75,000 - £84,317 per annum depending on experience.

Workplace Pension

Generous holidays 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. In addition, we close the office for a period between Christmas and New Year. Day off for moving home. Comfortable, centrally located London office with good transport links.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Additional Application Instructions How to apply Upload your CV and cover letter using the link by 10am on Monday 22 June 2026. Our recruitment platform will remove identifying details such as email addresses to allow us to sift applications anonymously Before applying, please read the requirements we place on staff to protect Full Fact s independence and non-partisanship How the application process will work We want to see you at your best to understand your strengths and the contribution you could make at Full Fact with strong support, including for your learning and development. We also want to make sure that we use your time well during this process and don t ask for more from you than we need to. We will make any reasonable adjustments we need to make to this process to help ensure you can perform at your best. For more information about this before applying, please contact . The interview panel will include Chris Morris, CEO, and other members of the senior management team. There will also be an opportunity to meet members of the AI team as part of the interview process. The process starts off with an anonymised covering letter and CV. This will be read by at least two people to produce a shortlist for interview. The first round interviews will be a phone (not video) interview, lasting no more than half an hour, at a time that s convenient for you. We will record it so at least two people can review each interview to decide who we invite back for the second round. The recordings will be deleted at the end of the process. The second interview will be with the full panel by video and last no more than an hour. We ll tell you everything you need to know to prepare, including anything we d recommend reading in advance. This round may also include an additional technical conversation. Read Less

On behalf of Department Business and Trade, we are looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer Inside IR35 for a 12 months contract based hybrid London, Manchester, Birmingham, Sunderland or Belfast.

SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active SC clearance.

A Senior Engineer responsible for designing, building, running, and continuously improving software that meets user needs.

You will write clean, secure, and test-driven code, ensuring solutions are open by default and easily reusable by others. The role involves delivering integrated software solutions as part of a complete service, with accountability for both development and live service operation.

You will plan and lead development across related workstreams, maintaining a clear understanding of the wider system architecture, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to define and deliver outcomes.

A key focus is on building robust, resilient, and stable systems, with ongoing improvements to performance and reliability.

As a Senior Full Stack Developer, your main responsibilities will be:

Essential:
Python Django Tech Lead Developer
Typically 8-10 years' relevant experience
Strong full-stack capability with a T-shaped skillset
Delivery of full-stack features within a Gov.UK service environment
Agile, collaborative, and user-focused delivery model

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

DE&I Commitment

Department for Business and Trade guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Read Less

Shape the future of IT in a growing, ambitious organisation This is a business-critical leadership role where you will set the direction for IT strategy and drive meaningful, lasting change. Working at pace and with clear strategic intent, you will lead the evolution of our technology landscape, championing innovation, continuous improvement and modern ways of working. Partnering closely with Senior Leaders and the Executive Board, you will play a pivotal role in shaping transformation across systems, culture and technology. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a significant shift, using your expertise and vision to build a future-ready IT function. What you ll do You ll lead the IT function with confidence and purpose, setting the direction while staying close to operational delivery. In addition, this role provides opportunity to: • Define and deliver a clear IT strategy, driving innovation across systems, infrastructure and security.
• Work closely with the Executive Board to shape, propose and deliver technology solutions that support long-term growth, including AI and emerging technologies.
• Set the architectural vision for the organisation and play a central role in modernising our technology landscape.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring high performance, reliability and security across all platforms.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, managing vendors and negotiating SLAs to deliver value.
• Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning, ensuring business wide resilience.
• Inspire and develop your team, creating a high-performing, collaborative environment. What you ll bring
• A degree in IT, Computer Science or a related field.
• Significant experience in IT leadership and working with senior stakeholders.
• Strong expertise across IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, cloud platforms and cybersecurity
• A proven track record of shaping and delivering IT strategy in a complex environment.
• Confidence and credibility to influence at an Executive level. Why join us? You ll be joining a business that s growing, evolving and investing in its future. We re committed to doing things differently, placing innovation, ownership and continuous improvement at the heart of what we do. This is an opportunity to have real impact, shaping not just technology, but the way the organisation works and delivers for its customers. Ready to make your mark? If you re looking for a role where you can lead with purpose, influence at the highest level, and genuinely shape the future of IT we d love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of the journey. Read Less

Senior Business Development ManagerBridging FinanceNE EnglandWe are pleased to be working with a well established lender of Short Term property finance.The business is built on providing an exceptional customer service working closely with financial intermediaries and property professionals throughout the UK.Your key role will be to promote and increase awareness of the products and ensure an exceptional customer service to clients.We are looking for a candidate who can cover the North East.Responsibilities:Identify and developing relationships with financial intermediaries, property investors and property developers throughout the UKDeveloping new business, identifying and optimising funding opportunities through our established large database of financial intermediaries and Property investorsManaging relationships ensuring an exceptional customer service at all timesFull management of a funding application from application to completionEnsuring award winning service levels are maintainedSkills and ExperienceMinimum of 2 years sales experience within a secured lending or residential mortgage marketKnowledge of the bridging finance marketStrong communication and presentation skillsProfessional telephone mannerA passion for propertyProven Experience of working with and managing client and broker relationships Read Less

Helpdesk CoordinatorLocation: North Bristol (Hybrid)Hours: 08:30am - 5:00pm with a 45-minute lunchPay rate: £13+ per hourContract: Temporary ongoing (minimum 6-month commitment)We are seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Helpdesk Coordinator to support order processing and customer enquiries, particularly relating to PPE products. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple systems in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.Key Responsibilities:Process customer orders accurately and in line with proceduresManage inbound and outbound customer calls relating to PPE products and general enquiriesAct as a key point of contact between different sites to ensure smooth order flow and issue resolutionInvestigate and resolve customer issues including mis-shipments, credit requests, delivery queries, and proof of delivery requestsMaintain and update order information across multiple systems and spreadsheets (Excel)Monitor order progress and proactively identify and resolve issues before escalationEscalate complex queries where required, ensuring timely resolutionEnsure high levels of data accuracy and compliance with internal processesSupport continuous improvement in customer service and order management processesSkills & Experience:Strong communication and customer service skillsHighly organised, detail-focused, and solutions-driven approachConfident using Excel and multiple systems in a busy environmentAbility to multitask and prioritise workload effectivelyExperience in a fast-paced customer service, logistics, or order management role (desirable)Parking onsite - genuine long-term contract on offer with opportunity to extend - please click apply for immediate consideration. Read Less

About the role This two-year programme provides the opportunity to develop hands-on capability across NHBC's digital landscape, gaining experience in data, systems, innovation, development and digital security. The role supports NHBC's ambition to embed data, analytics and technology into everyday decision making. Through three six-month rotations within Digital Services followed by a dedicated project you will learn how data, AI, automation and modern digital tools enable NHBC to raise standards, improve decision-making and protect homeowners. You will contribute to live delivery from day one, working alongside product, data, architecture, engineering and governance teams to support strategic priorities. What you'll be doing Contribute to the development, enhancement and testing of tools, features and system integrations Support the development of data pipelines, dashboards, models and other insight-generating tools Identify opportunities for automation and support AI proofs-of-concept and pilots Assist in strengthening digital governance, security and responsible technology practices Support improvements to system architecture, cloud-based tooling and data platforms Collaborate with colleagues across the business to help translate insight into action Produce reports, presentations and communication materials suitable for varied audiences Actively participate in programme activities, training, mentoring and NHBC-wide initiatives What we're looking for Degree (or equivalent) in a STEM, data, digital, technology or relevant analytical discipline Strong IT capability with the ability to quickly adopt new tools and platforms Good communication skills: able to explain technical ideas clearly to non-technical audiences Curiosity about how systems and processes work, with a passion for technology and data Adaptable, collaborative, proactive and comfortable working in agile environments Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail Desirable skills SQL or other query languages Cloud tools (e.g., Google Cloud Platform) Visualisation tools and data storytelling Version control, APIs, automation techniques Experience gained through internships or projects in digital, data or technology environments NHBC is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. This is a hands-on role involving real delivery on meaningful work contributing value to internal teams, builders and homeowners. Read Less

The National Army Museum s mission is to tell the story of Our Army and the people who have served in it; to inspire, engage and educate, though our World Class Museum and Collections. Through our galleries and innovative exhibitions and public programme, the public can explore what it s like to be a soldier, why we fought in conflicts past and present, and discover the impact the Army has had on our society. Technical Services Engineer This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting and developing the technology that underpins both the Museum s internal operations and its public-facing experiences. You will contribute to the delivery of reliable IT and audio-visual services, enabling colleagues to work effectively while ensuring visitors benefit from seamless and engaging interactions. Combining hands-on technical support with project delivery, the role offers the chance to work across a wide range of technologies and initiatives, contributing to the Museum s strategic priorities, including public engagement, digital transformation, and the ongoing development of its technical infrastructure. The Technical Services Engineer will also have the opportunity to contribute to research and development activities and will be supported in developing their technical skills and experience. The closing date for application forms is Sunday 14 th June 2026. Interviews will be held at the National Army Museum in Chelsea w/c 22 nd June 2026. For further information, or to apply, please visit our website by clicking APPLY NOW. For further assistance, please contact the Department of Human Resources. If you have not had a reply within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Due to the volume of applications that we receive please note that we are unable to provide feedback at this stage. The National Army Museum is an Equal Opportunities employer. Read Less

Short Description:As our Solution Architect, you ll help to deliver our multi-year digital transformation by working across business and technical teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that align with our strategic goals.Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business Be part of a supportive, down-to-earth and solutions driven tech team Beyond the Veg Box - At Riverford, our passion for organic vegetables is unmatched. We re not just about delivering veg boxes; we're dedicated to sustainable farming and community building. As a part of our team, you become a co-owner, sharing in our successes and contributing to a mission that goes beyond profit. We aim to make Riverford a fulfilling place to work, where our co-owners feel valued. Our HQ at Wash Farm in Devon is a beautiful place to work, surrounded by good people, good food, and plenty of fresh air. As a co-owner, you ll benefit from 33 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays), an ethical & generous company pension scheme, and an annual profit share, where 10% of all profits are split equally among co-owners. We also offer heavily discounted organic breakfasts and lunches, free organic fruit and veg to take home and free parking. Grow with Riverford - Take the next step in your personal and professional journey with training tailored to help you grow and achieve your goals. As our Solution Architect, you ll help shape Riverford s future. As our Solution Architect, you ll help to deliver our multi-year digital transformation by working across business and technical teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that align with our strategic goals. You will be the go-to person for solution input to any new systems initiatives, and you will ensure seamless integration between critical enterprise systems while maintaining best practice in architecture, security, and compliance. This is more than a technical role; it s an opportunity to shape how we work together and thrive as an employee-owned business. At Riverford, we re a community of co-owners committed to ethical practices, sustainability, and a passion for organic food. You ll work closely with diverse teams, from IT specialists to senior leaders and your expertise will guide us through change, championing innovation while respecting our roots. Salary: Circa £90,000 per annum d.o.e Location - This role can be remote with a requirement to be on-site when needed (this would typically be 3-5 days/month determined by specific project needs), or based at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0JU. Hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. What You ll Bring Business alignment: Adept at aligning technology solutions with strategic objectives and guiding teams through change. Inspiring leadership: Natural ability to unite teams, promoting collaboration and shared purpose. Change management: Proficient in facilitating smooth transitions, empowering teams to adopt new systems and processes. Clear communication: Confident engaging with Board-level stakeholders, translating complex concepts into actionable insights. Sector experience: Hands-on experience in food and drink, retail, logistics, or B2C environments adds valuable insight. What We re Looking For A successful track record as a Solution Architect (or similar) within major technology transformations ideally in a complex eCommerce/retail environment. Proven experience from selection to implementation of ERP, with in-depth knowledge of IFS Cloud and ideally one other major platform e.g. SAP, Oracle, Aptean, Epicor, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics. Equally adept at designing and implementing bespoke in-house integration layers and have practical experience of integration and Middleware to ensure seamless system interoperability with bespoke and COTs (Commercial off the Shelf) solutions. Expertise in cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, and integration patterns. Deep understanding of data architecture, data modelling, data lakes, and ETL processes. Thorough understanding of data security, governance, compliance (GDPR, CCPA), and best practices for enterprise data management. Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar/ Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus. Scrum/Agile expertise is advantageous. Application Process: We re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply soon. Please look at the Job Description attached for full requirements and info. Read Less

Lakeside, Cheadle SK8, UK Full-time Working Hours: Standard (09:00am-17:30pm) Department: Products Office or Field Based: Office Based (Cheadle, SK8 3GW) Contract type: Permanent Company Description Based on site in Cheadle (SK8 3GW) - Monday to Friday 26 days holiday, and a day off for your birthday (increasing with service to 30 days), plus bank holidays Free access to company holiday homes Buy & sell holidays Discretionary annual bonus plus an additional Shared Reward Bonus Matched pension contribution Health cash plan plus Private medical insurance Life assurance and Critical illness cover Travel season ticket loans and Ride to work scheme Free local gym access Local bar / restaurant discounts We re Together. For over 50 years, we ve helped thousands of people, businesses and professionals unlock their property ambitions with our common-sense approach to mortgages and secured loans. We take the time to understand our customers and our door is always open, so we can often help when other lenders can t or won t. Based in Cheadle, Cheshire, our 900 colleagues help our customers throughout the UK, backed by the power of a £7.8 billion loan book. Job Description Shape the Future with our AI-Driven Products We re looking for a Senior Product Owner to play a key role in shaping how we leverage Azure AI, Microsoft Power Platform, and Power Apps to deliver meaningful, scalable change across the business. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of product, data and AI, where your focus will be on turning emerging technology into real, tangible outcomes - creating capacity, improving processes, and supporting continued business growth. As a Senior Product Owner, you ll take ownership of your product area end-to-end - defining the roadmap, shaping a clear and prioritised backlog, and working closely with analysts, engineering, data and business stakeholders to move from idea through to delivery with pace and purpose. You ll be joining a growing product function with strong ambition - where there s real opportunity to influence how we adopt and embed AI, and where your work will have visible impact across the organisation. Qualifications We re looking for someone who is: Comfortable taking ownership and driving outcomes, with the confidence to make decisions and prioritise effectively Able to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable delivery, working closely with cross-functional teams Experienced in turning discovery into delivery, creating well-structured artefacts that set teams up for success A strong collaborator who can build trusted relationships and communicate clearly across a wide range of stakeholders Energised by working in a fast-paced environment, where you can shape how new technologies like AI are applied in practice Furthermore, we are actively looking for someone who works in the following way/ has the following experience: Hands-on backlog + roadmap ownership experience Proven autonomy in real environments Decisive prioritisation and trade-offs Ability to convert discovery into delivery artefacts Active delivery leadership Strong stakeholder management with adaptable communication style Hands on experience navigating change governance frameworks within a highly structured environment If you re a proactive, delivery-focused Product Owner who enjoys turning ideas into outcomes and wants to be part of a team driving meaningful change, we d love to hear from you. Additional Information If you feel you have some of the skills mentioned above, but not all, please do still apply and we would be happy to have a further discussion with you in regards to your suitability for the role. Together embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Not only do we welcome difference we celebrate it, support it and really value our colleagues for who they are. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don t hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process. Please note that all successful applicants will undergo relevant employment reference, financial and criminal record checks. Read Less

Description London, UK Hybrid (3 days in our Paddington HQ: Mon, Tue, Fri) Stack: Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, React, TypeScript, MySQL, AWS In 2018 we set out to solve a problem millions of people faced: not just struggling with their skin, but struggling to navigate skincare at all. We combined dermatology, pharmacy and technology into something simpler and genuinely personalised, and proved expert-led care could reach people who'd never had access to it. Today, +Me is the company behind Skin + Me, Hair + Me and Renew + Me, with more on the horizon. We're not building a single brand. We're building a category. We've delivered millions of treatments, we're profitable and growing fast, and we're expanding the engineering team to match. What you'll build You ll join the team behind our core commerce and clinical journey: the ecom stack, consultation engine, patient and prescription systems, and order generation. This is where customers discover us, complete a clinical consultation, subscribe, and receive their personalised treatment, at real consumer scale. On our Python and React stack, that's the storefront behind Skin + Me and Hair + Me, our flagship brands serving customers at scale. We're hiring a Senior Full Stack Engineer to own features end-to-end across this system in our Python / Flask / React stack: backend services and data models through to the customer-facing frontend, with the judgement to make sound architectural calls as we scale to more brands and more customers. What you'll do Own features end-to-end: from Python/Flask services and data schemas to the React frontend, across systems like checkout, subscriptions, and the consultation-to-prescription flow. Scale what's working: keep the platform fast, correct and resilient through new brand launches and rising volume, and make the architectural calls that keep it that way. Lift the team: clean, well-tested code and honest reviews that help the engineers around you ship with confidence. What we're looking for Depth and breadth: strong, recent, hands-on full-stack experience. You're genuinely capable across backend and frontend, not just one side. Engineering judgement: clean code, clear API design, sound data modelling, and the instinct to pick the simple, robust solution over the clever one. Shipped impact: features you owned and shipped that moved something real for customers or the business. Care where it counts: correctness isn't negotiable when your code decides what treatment a patient receives. The stack: production command of Python (Flask) and React/TypeScript; relational databases (MySQL ideal) with SQLAlchemy/Alembic; comfort with AWS and Docker. Clear communication: most of our work happens in PRs, design docs and async decisions, so writing clearly matters. Roughly 6+ years building software in production. We read for depth and shipped impact, not years. How we work We're a small, experienced engineering team working closely with product, clinical and operations. We care about craft: clean code, honest reviews, and owning what you ship through to production. And because our software turns a clinical consultation into a real prescription and a treatment someone receives, correctness and care aren't optional here. They're the job. How we use AI Agentic tools like Claude Code and Codex are a standard part of how we work, and we're leaning into them hard: we automate the routine so we can spend our energy on the harder problems. You'll need to be comfortable working this way, and real skill with these tools is a genuine advantage we value. But it's a multiplier on strong engineering judgement, not a substitute for it, and never a prerequisite. If it's newer to you and you're keen to grow, we'll back you. Compensation & benefits We pay competitive base salaries and back them with meaningful equity, so your upside grows with the company you're helping build. Equity: a meaningful stake in a profitable, Series B-backed business that's growing fast, with flexibility on your cash/equity mix. Time off: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Hybrid & flexible: three days together in Paddington (Mon, Tue, Fri), remote Wed/Thu, core hours 10-4 with flexibility around them. Fuelled: free breakfast and lunch on office days, plus snacks and drinks. Growth: a £500 annual personal development budget. Family & health: healthcare cash plan, cycle-to-work, and a workplace nursery scheme (save tax/NI on childcare). The extras: a dog-friendly HQ (two resident pups), an active Culture Club, and heavily discounted products for you and 10 friends & family. How we hire We keep it short and respect your time: Intro call with our engineers (25-30 mins), including a short system-design chat. A conversation with our Director of Software Engineering (30 mins). A practical take-home task, in your own time. Onsite at our Paddington HQ to review your task and meet the team. Great engineers come from all kinds of backgrounds. If this resonates, even if you don't tick every box, we'd love to hear from you. Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you. Read Less

Description London, UK Hybrid (3 days in our Paddington HQ: Mon, Tue, Fri) Stack: Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, MySQL, AWS (React on the frontend) In 2018 we set out to solve a problem millions of people faced: not just struggling with their skin, but struggling to navigate skincare at all. We combined dermatology, pharmacy and technology into something simpler and genuinely personalised, and proved expert-led care could reach people who'd never had access to it. Today, +Me is the company behind Skin + Me, Hair + Me and Renew + Me, with more on the horizon. We're not building a single brand. We're building a category. We've delivered millions of treatments, we're profitable and growing fast, and we're expanding the engineering team to match. What you'll build You ll join the team behind our core commerce and clinical journey: the ecom stack, consultation engine, patient and prescription systems, and order generation. This is where customers discover us, complete a clinical consultation, subscribe, and receive their personalised treatment, at real consumer scale. On our Python and React stack, that's the storefront behind Skin + Me and Hair + Me, our flagship brands serving customers at scale. We're hiring a Backend Engineer to go deep on the server side of this system in our Python / Flask stack: the APIs, data models and services behind consultations, prescriptions and orders. You'll learn fast alongside experienced engineers who'll back your growth, and you'll be comfortable making frontend (React) changes when a feature needs it, but backend is your craft. What you'll do Build the services behind the journey: APIs, data models and services powering consultations, prescriptions and order generation, with support from senior engineers. Ship and own: take backend features from ticket to production and keep them fast, correct and healthy once they're live. Write code others build on: clean, well-tested, and clear enough for the next person to pick up. What we're looking for Backend depth: solid, recent, hands-on experience building backend services and APIs in Python (Flask). A non-trivial piece of work you can walk us through and explain well. Good fundamentals: sound data modelling (SQLAlchemy/Alembic), sensible API design, and an instinct for testing. Care where it counts: you treat correctness as a feature, because this code generates real prescriptions and orders. Enough frontend to be useful: comfortable making React changes when a feature needs it (frontend won't be your main focus). The stack: Python and Flask; relational databases (MySQL ideal); some exposure to AWS/Docker is a plus. Clear communication: much of our work is written (PRs, docs), so explaining a decision crisply matters. Roughly 3-6 years building software in production. We read for depth in your area, not years. How we work We're a small, experienced engineering team working closely with product, clinical and operations. We care about craft: clean code, honest reviews, and owning what you ship through to production. And because our software turns a clinical consultation into a real prescription and a treatment someone receives, correctness and care aren't optional here. They're the job. How we use AI Agentic tools like Claude Code and Codex are a standard part of how we work, and we're leaning into them hard: we automate the routine so we can spend our energy on the harder problems. You'll need to be comfortable working this way, and real skill with these tools is a genuine advantage we value. But it's a multiplier on strong engineering judgement, not a substitute for it, and never a prerequisite. If it's newer to you and you're keen to grow, we'll back you. Compensation & benefits We pay competitive base salaries and back them with meaningful equity, so your upside grows with the company you're helping build. Equity: a meaningful stake in a profitable, Series B-backed business that's growing fast, with flexibility on your cash/equity mix. Time off: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Hybrid & flexible: three days together in Paddington (Mon, Tue, Fri), remote Wed/Thu, core hours 10-4 with flexibility around them. Fuelled: free breakfast and lunch on office days, plus snacks and drinks. Growth: a £500 annual personal development budget. Family & health: healthcare cash plan, cycle-to-work, and a workplace nursery scheme (save tax/NI on childcare). The extras: a dog-friendly HQ (two resident pups), an active Culture Club, and heavily discounted products for you and 10 friends & family. How we hire We keep it short and respect your time: Intro call with our engineers (25-30 mins), including a short system-design chat. A conversation with our Director of Software Engineering (30 mins). A practical take-home task, in your own time. Onsite at our Paddington HQ to review your task and meet the team. Great engineers come from all kinds of backgrounds. If this resonates, even if you don't tick every box, we'd love to hear from you. Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you. Read Less

P6 Senior Planner

If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today.

Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come.

We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery.

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams.

You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships.

As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.

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Location Bristol, London, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Defra is delivering large-scale transformation across its digital, data and technology estate, including the Future Network Procurement Project (FNPP), identity modernisation initiatives, and hosting and cloud transformation. Within the Digital, Data and Technology Services (DDTS) function, the Architecture and Governance team provides technical authority, design leadership, and assurance across enterprise services. We are recruiting multiple Lead Technical Specialist Architects to provide domain leadership in: Network & Connectivity (FNPP) Identity & Access (Active Directory) Hosting, Cloud & Service Architecture These roles operate at the centre of complex, multi-supplier programmes, ensuring designs are secure, operable, aligned to strategy, and deliverable at scale. As a Lead Technical Specialist Architect, you will act as the technical authority within your domain, providing leadership across programmes and services. You will shape strategy, assure complex designs, and guide delivery teams and suppliers in a federated environment. You will work across security, operations, and delivery to ensure coherent end-to-end architectures, balancing strategic direction with hands-on design leadership. Please note these posts require Security Check (SC) clearance. To gain (SC) clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Across all roles, you will: Act as the technical authority for your domain, supporting critical architectural decisions Lead and assure technical designs across the full lifecycle (HLD, LLD, transition and implementation) Ensure alignment to enterprise architecture principles, security standards, and operational requirements Challenge supplier designs and drive technical quality and consistency Identify, manage, and communicate architectural risks and dependencies Represent your domain in governance forums, providing clear recommendations to senior stakeholders Ensure solutions are secure, resilient, operable, and supportable Contribute to domain standards, patterns, and architectural roadmaps Support knowledge transfer to internal teams to build long-term capability Domain Focus Areas: Network & Connectivity (FNPP) SD-WAN, DIA, LAN, Wi Fi and network foundation services (DNS, DHCP, NTP) Secure access patterns (e.g. internet/private access) Supplier-led delivery and transition (including WITO) Identity & Access (Active Directory) Active Directory architecture (legacy and target state) Domain consolidation and identity modernisation Identity dependencies across applications and services Hosting, Cloud & Service Architecture Hybrid and multi-cloud (on-prem, Azure, AWS) Hosting and storage strategy and datacentre migration CMDB/CSDM modelling and service architecture governance Technical input to procurement and supplier evaluation Person Specification Responsibilities You will: Define and maintain domain architecture (principles, standards, patterns, roadmaps) Lead technical design for high-impact, complex services and programmes Guide and assure architects, delivery teams, and suppliers Use governance and assurance to support decision-making and manage risk Contribute to the architecture community through mentoring and leadership Skills and Experience Essential Significant experience in enterprise architecture within a large, complex organisation Proven ability to act as a technical authority across programmes or services Strong experience of architectural governance, assurance, and risk management Experience working in multi-supplier environments, including design challenge Ability to lead complex design decisions across the delivery lifecycle Strong stakeholder engagement, including influencing at senior levels Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to technical and non-technical audiences Domain-Specific Experience (one or more) Network & Connectivity Enterprise network architecture (WAN/LAN/Wi Fi) SD-WAN and modern network/security architectures Identity & Access Active Directory architecture (including legacy environments) Identity modernisation and dependency management Hosting, Cloud & Service Architecture Hybrid/multi-cloud architecture (Azure, AWS, on-prem) Service modelling (CMDB/CSDM) and enterprise service architecture One or more of the following: Experience of large-scale transformation, transition, or procurement programmes Understanding of secure-by-design and government security expectations Experience mentoring and developing architects or technical specialists Experience of ServiceNow or equivalent platforms (for hosting/service roles) Experience of modern identity platforms (e.g. Entra ID) Read Less

Location This role may be located in one of the following locations; Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield.

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Please note that for candidates requesting to work in Newcastle, the role will initially be based at Benton Park View. It will then move to 1 Pilgrim Place in Newcastle city centre by the end of 2027. About the job Job summary Do you want to work collaboratively designing modern IT architecture for some of the largest digital transformations in Europe? Do you want to help support millions of our claimants by designing user-friendly digital services? If so, these roles may be perfect for you! We are looking for experienced Lead Technical Architects with a specialism in Contact Centres who are confident working on products and services in a complex digital environment, where you'll be supporting major initiatives within DWP Digital. You will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across DWP Digital to support the delivery of solutions, creating options and recommendations, and providing expert advice to drive technology choices. The roles will include the design, oversight and architecture governance of IT solutions that support DWP customers. The Digital Channels Team has an opportunity for a Contact Centre Architect to lead the architecture design for its Digital Channels Contact Centre (DC3). This role will play a key part in transitioning from a traditional voice only "call centre" to a leading multi-channel "contact centre", with the ultimate intention of providing an omni-channel environment. You will be suited to this role if you have experience in NiCE CXOne contact centre technologies. As well as the underlying Contact Centre technology the role is wide ranging encompassing IVR, moving to a more "conversational" style IVR, voice recording, WFM / WFO, and integrations to existing DWP systems as well as new platforms as they come on line. This is an exciting time to join us. You'll shape the future and support our mission to deliver exceptional products and services that work for everyone. Job description A Lead Technical Architect (Solutions) leads at the highest level and is responsible for making sure the strategy is agreed and followed. At this role level, you will: Network and communicate with senior stakeholders across organisations. Proactively seek opportunities for digital transformation. Support multiple teams, finding and using best practice and emerging technologies. Inspire other architects and help them understand how to deliver the goals of the organisation. Be responsible for governance, solving complex and high risk issues or delivering architecture design. Person specification When giving details in your employment history and personal statement you should highlight your experience in line with essential criteria below: Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Contact Centre platforms offering multi-channel support, cross channel-integration, and customer interaction services such as DTMF and natural language IVR, TTS and STT, web chat and asymmetric chat, virtual agents, and co-browsing. Contact Centre Solution Architecture: Creating end-to-end solution designs, including call routing, customer journey mapping, and agent workflow optimization. Capacity planning for scalable, high- availability contact centre environments. Telephony Systems and Contact Centre Platforms: Contact centre solutions e.g. Cisco, Avaya, Genesys, Amazon Connect, or NiCE CXOne. Knowledge of Voice over IP (VoIP) systems, and IVR (Interactive Voice Response) design. Expertise in computer Technology Integration (CTI) technologies and Automatic Call Distributors (ACD). AI and Automation: Familiarity with AI-driven automation, chatbots, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and speech analytics, transcription and real time agent assistance. Implementing workforce optimisation (WFO) and workforce management (WFM) tools. Designing and Implementing directed, free speech and conversational IVRs with static and dynamic prompts and flows. If you would like to learn more about the role, please contact Read Less

Location Hybrid working out of any Scottish Forestry office, with occasional travel to our Edinburgh office (Saughton House) required. About the job Job summary About the team This post sits in the Digital Transformation Team within the Transformation and Corporate Services function in Scottish Forestry (SF). This function is responsible for leading organisation-wide change and improvement. The Digital Transformation team (DTT) provide development, maintenance and support of operational delivery systems, in particular SF's case management system, as well as management information systems. The Test Manager post will report to the Digital Service Manager and will lead the test team and be responsible for assuring and minimising the potential risk of systems delivered by development teams or 3rd party vendors. Job description What you will do The Test Manager is responsible for defining, implementing, and overseeing the testing strategy and processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality digital services. This is a hands-on Test Manager role, requiring both strategic coordination and detailed test execution. This role ensures that all products and systems meet agreed standards, function as intended, and provide a seamless experience for users. The Test Manager will lead the test team, manage all testing phases and approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to align testing activities with business priorities and project timelines. Main Duties Key Focus Areas: Lead system testing strategy and planning, involving key roles across the DTT; Head of Innovation, Head of PMO, Senior Business Analyst, Digital Services Manager Develop and manage comprehensive test plans, leading test team to deliver, and working with Developers, Product Owner, Live Support team Team Management: Lead, mentor, and line manage tester(s), ensuring effective resource allocation and skills development. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate testing progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to project teams and senior management. Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business stakeholders to align testing activities with delivery timelines. Collaborate with Product Owner and Live Support Manager to prepare and plan release schedules. Coordinate with colleagues in L&SD, Live Support, SMEs, and Operational Leads to plan learning programme which provides a good experience to new staff, ongoing learning for existing staff and case type specific learning when new functionalities are released. Person specification Success Profile The Success Profile below set outs the essential and desirable elements that make up the vacant position - you'll be expected to demonstrate these element in your application and/or during your interview and/or assessment. Experience Essential: Proven experience in software testing, within a management or coordination role. Experience in enterprise-level systems or case management platforms. Experience in use of automated testing tools. Familiarity with business-critical systems and compliance requirements. Strong experience coordinating User Acceptance Test (UAT) with business users. Demonstratable experience creating and managing test plans, scripts, and execution cycles. Previous involvement in digital transformation projects or large-scale system rollouts. Experience of using recognised project and programme methodologies (i.e. Agile, Prince 2). Desirable: Test Manager or equivalent certification e.g. ISTQB or ISEB. Experience with Agile/Scrum environments. Knowledge of risk-based testing. Familiar with exploratory testing techniques. Understanding of public sector systems or regulatory frameworks. Knowledge and experience of Jira Knowledge and experience of delivering government digital standards, for example SG Digital Scotland Service Standard or GDS Digital by Default. Read Less