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1IM Developer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Multiple locations
Fully remote
Junior - Mid
£450,000 - £500,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Role DetailsJob Title:1IM DeveloperWork Mode:100% remoteRole DescriptionDeutsche Bank Identity Governance Administration (IGA) is managed on 1IM application. TCS provides CTB & Prod Ops and manages end-to-end service.Key Responsibilities

  • Good hands on experience on Quest One Identity Manager interfaces/tools (Manager, Designer or Web Designer, Object Browser, Data Importer, Job Queue Info, Transporter, schema extension, Quest Quick Connect etc)
  • Should have integrated atleast any one of the listed target system with Quest One Identity Manager (Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange/Office 65, Relational Databases, WebServices, Mainframes, LDAP, Lotus Notes, SAP/PeopleSoft, IDaaS Applications) for provisioning and synchronization/reconciliation (Full or Delta)
  • Good to have experience of developing custom connector/integration (UNS Tables)
  • Good to have WebUI components and customization experience
  • Should have good knowledge (2+ years) of MS SQL database (Tables, Views, Stored procedures. Should be able to compile/run medium to high complexity SQL queries
  • Should have good knowledge of VB.Net (2+ years)

Key Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • Quick learner coupled with attitude and passion to learn new development and IAM technologies
  • Very good analytical and communication skills
  • Should have good troubleshooting skills
  • Should have good high level understanding of network components
  • Should have good understanding of SDLC model (Waterfall vs Agile)
  • Should have good understanding of change management process
  • Should have good understanding of Windows server level commands
  • Should have good experience on writing scripts at server level (Perl script / VB script / Java script / batch scripts)

Person Specification

  • Should have performed developer role in past experience
  • Should have worked for international client projects
  • Should have provided post production deployment support
Senior Scala Engineer
SF Recruitment
West Midlands
Hybrid
Senior
£60,000 - £85,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Senior Scala Engineer£60,000 - £85,000 + bonus + benefitsPermanent Hybrid & Remote Opportunities Available (2 days/month in West Midlands)*

We’re hiring a Senior Scala Engineer to build and evolve high-scale backend services in a modern engineering environment. This is a hands-on role with real ownership, strong technical standards and the chance to influence how systems are designed, built and run.

What you’ll do:

  • Build and maintain Scala services using functional programming principles
  • Design and optimise RESTful APIs and microservices
  • Write high-quality, well-tested code (TDD/BDD)
  • Work with PostgreSQL and/or NoSQL databases
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and containerised deployments
  • Mentor other engineers and shape technical best practices

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong commercial experience with Scala
  • Solid functional programming background
  • Experience with REST APIs, JSON (Play JSON or Circe)
  • Database experience (PostgreSQL and/or NoSQL)
  • Testing experience (ScalaTest, Specs2, Mockito)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, and cloud platforms

This role requires eligibility for UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Therefore, you must:

  • Have lived continuously in the UK for the last 5+ years
  • Have the correct right to work in the UK
  • Have not had any trips out of the UK in the last 5 years which have lasted 28 consecutive days or more
  • Be willing to undergo a thorough background check as part of the vetting process.

(Applications from candidates not eligible for SC clearance cannot be considered).

So, if you’re an experienced software engineer with strong Scala experience, are based in a commutable distance to the West Midlands and you would be eligible for SC clearance, please apply now to be considered!

Algorithm software engineer (C#) - Perm - Coventry
INFUSED SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Coventry
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£70,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Role: Algorithm Software Engineer (C#)

Location: Coventry - Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
Right to work: You must already have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

About the business

This is an opportunity to join a rapidly scaling, innovation-led technology company working on highly complex engineering and data-driven products. The organisation operates in a fast-moving, research-focused environment where advanced mathematics and algorithm development are central to its solutions.
You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and software specialists working on challenging real-world problems that require deep technical thinking and creativity.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will design and implement sophisticated mathematical and scientific algorithms in C#. You will work closely with domain specialists to translate theoretical models into high-quality, efficient, and reliable software components.
You will play a key role in improving existing systems, developing new capabilities, and contributing to the technical direction of algorithm-based projects.
This position offers a hybrid working model, requiring collaboration in the Solihull office two days per week.

What you’ll need (Essential)

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

  • Strong commercial experience in C#, particularly in technical, scientific, or mathematical software development
  • A Master’s degree or PhD in a STEM subject such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science
  • A solid understanding of advanced mathematical principles
  • Experience working with complex algorithms and numerical methods
  • Knowledge of 3D vector mathematics and spatial calculations
  • A proven ability to solve difficult technical problems in innovative ways
  • Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills

Nice to have (Desirable)

It would be advantageous if you also have experience with one or more of the following:

  • Inertial navigation systems, particularly in robotics, autonomous systems, or drone technology
  • Sensor fusion techniques, including Kalman filtering or similar approaches
  • Practical experience using MATLAB for modelling, simulation, or data analysis

What’s in it for you

  • Competitive salary between £60,000 and £70,000
  • Flexible hybrid working model
  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging and impactful projects
  • Collaborative, highly skilled engineering environment
  • Career development within a growing technology organisation
Power Pages Developer
Network IT
Birmingham
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£45,000/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Role: Power Pages Developer
Location: Birmingham *(Hybrid 2 Days Per Month Onsite)
Salary: £36,000 - £46,000
Contract: Fixed-Term (12 Months)
Network IT are supporting our client as they continue to expand and mature their Microsoft Power Platform capability. Were looking for a Power Pages Developer to take ownership of designing and delivering modern, secure, and scalable applications and portals that drive real business impact.
This role offers genuine influence over platform direction, standards, and best practice, within a collaborative and forward-thinking digital team.
Role Overview and Responsibilities
As a Power Pages Developer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of Power Platform solutions, working across applications, automation, integrations, and architecture. Youll work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into elegant, maintainable solutions while helping shape the organisations Power Platform strategy.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and building applications and web portals using Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven) and Power Pages.
  • Automating business processes with Power Automate and integrating solutions across Dataverse, Dynamics 365 CE, SharePoint, and Azure.
  • Acting as a technical authority on Power Platform architecture, coding standards, security, and governance.
  • Collaborating directly with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver scalable, user-focused solutions.
  • Supporting solution lifecycle management, including environments, deployments, and ongoing optimisation.
  • Mentoring and supporting other developers, promoting continuous improvement and innovation across the team.

Essential Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

  • Proven commercial experience across the Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 CE.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power Pages (Portals).
  • Solid technical skills including Dataverse design, JavaScript, C#, plugins, and custom APIs.
  • Experience integrating enterprise systems using Azure services such as Logic Apps, Functions, and Service Bus.
  • Experience working in Agile delivery environments with exposure to DevOps and CI/CD practices.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Azure Integration Engineer
Kingdom People
Birmingham
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Azure Integration Engineer needed by my global client. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a vital member of the technology team responsible for the global intelligent integration platform. You will be joining our business at a key moment in our evolution and will be making a key and lasting impact on our technology organisation and landscape.

Reporting to the Group Director of Data and Architecture, you will have responsibility for the integration workloads delivered against our Azure ecosystem. You will be a key contributor to designing, developing, and managing robust integration solutions, with a primary focus on event-based pub/sub architectures.

The role involves building the connective tissue of our global applications, adopting a “platform-as-a-product” mindset, and implementing key governance steps such as observability, exception handling, and highly automated CI/CD pipelines.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and Implementation:Design, implement, and maintain scalable and efficient integration pipelines for the seamless flow of data across global enterprise applications using the Azure Integration Services stack.
  • Event-Driven Architecture:Take end-to-end ownership of event-based pub/sub integration solutions, utilizing Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, and Event Gridto ensure high-performance, asynchronous communication.
  • Pipeline Management:Utilize modern integration patterns to ensure clean, reliable, and decoupled data flows across the ecosystem.
  • Software Excellence:Ensure strict version control and reproducibility of all integration logic using Azure DevOpsand established .NET best practices.
  • Development:Develop and maintain high-quality .NET-based services and handlers to transform and route data between disparate systems.
  • Governance & Security:Work within our technology governance framework to implement best practices that ensure data quality, security, and compliance during transit.
  • Operational Excellence:Use best-practice implementations for observability, alerting, and monitoring to evolve an effective, “always-on” integration operations function.
  • CI/CD Leadership:Optimize and troubleshoot deployment pipelines, ensuring solid CI/CD processesare followed to maintain high reliability and rapid delivery cycles.

Required Qualifications:

  • Education:Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Core Experience:Minimum of 5 years of experience in .NET developmentand at least 3 years of experience in integration engineeringwith a focus on cloud technologies.
  • Azure Expertise:Proven experience with the Azure Integration Platform, specifically: Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, Event Grid, and Azure API Management.
  • DevOps Proficiency:Strong familiarity with Azure DevOpsand solid experience implementing and managing CI/CD processes.
  • Technical Standards:Extensive experience in developing and managing integration pipelines, with a deep understanding of pub/sub and event-driven patterns.
  • Best Practices:Strong proficiency in data governance, security, and the operational monitoring of distributed cloud systems.
  • Soft Skills:Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong communication and collaboration skills.
Satellite Software Engineer
Get2Talent
Birmingham
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Our client is leading the way in next-generation communications, building laser communication systems and software-defined networking platforms for aerospace and deep-space applications. With technology acquired from Google, theyre creating solutions that let satellites, aircraft, and even cislunar networks communicate seamlessly essentially bringing space and Earth a lot closer together.
The RoleTheyre looking for a Software Engineer (Delay-Tolerant Networking) to join their UK R&D team. Youll help evolve their delay-tolerant networking products, including the Hardy Bundle Router and Spacetime Platform, and develop new features that will transform how communication networks operate worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, solve complex challenges, and make a genuine impact.
What Youll Be Doing

  • Building and maintaining delay-tolerant networking products, platforms, and APIs using Rust, gRPC, and Protocol Buffers
  • Working on scalable and distributed systems using Kubernetes
  • Debugging, optimising, and improving systems for full-scale production environments
  • Collaborating with front-end developers to integrate user-facing features
  • Creating technical guides, tutorials, and documentation for teams and customers
  • Supporting new customer onboarding and ensuring smooth system integration
  • Keeping up with the latest advancements in networking and cloud technologies

What Were Looking For

  • A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience building distributed systems with cloud technologies
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Enjoys working with customers to find creative, practical solutions
  • Curious, innovative, and genuinely excited about emerging technologies

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience with delay-tolerant networking standards (e.g. CCSDS/IETF BPv7, BPSec)
  • Hands-on experience with microservices, event-driven architectures, and CNCF technologies
  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS
  • Experience writing tutorials, documentation, or technical blog posts

Why Youll Love This Role

  • Work on high-impact, innovative projects in space technology and digital infrastructure
  • Competitive salary, equity options, pension, and private health insurance
  • Flexible hybrid working (UK-based remote)
  • Collaborate with a diverse, international, and forward-thinking team
  • Get hands-on experience with AI-driven networks, space-ground integration, and cloud mission control systems

Who Can ApplyApplicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
Our Client Is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThey celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are warmly encouraged.

CTO, Node.js, AWS, 100% remote, COR7451B
Corriculo Ltd
Birmingham
Fully remote
Leader
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+1

An internationally trusted source of medical news and education to the healthcare professional community, seeks a CTO to guide them through a major digital transformation, including a full ground-up redesign/redevelopment of their core platforms and wider product ecosystem. With the existing platform developed predominantly in PHP and WordPress, my client is seeking to adopt a more modern tech stack that will provide greater stability, scalability, resilience and will allow them to embrace AI and provide new features and enhanced functionality.

The Role

The CTO will bridge strategy and execution, as they translate business vision and product requirements into a clear technical strategy. The CTO will then own the end-to-end digital roadmap for the new digital platform, and will advise on platform architecture, tooling and technology, before then leading and line-managing the development team through the greenfield rebuild of the platform.

This is a “sleeves rolled up” CTO role and would suit a candidate with senior engineering leadership experience (CTO, VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, Tech Lead, Principal Engineer etc.) looking to architect and own a major platform rebuild in a role that will provide real influence over product direction and company growth.

The Company

The CTO will be joining a company established nearly 10 years ago to meet a growing need for independent expert advice and cutting-edge research directly from international thought leaders. Having grown rapidly to establish themselves as a trusted global leader in this field, providing readily accessible content via a range of subject-specific websites and digital platforms, their close-knit team work remotely, but with a collaboration hub currently in London where they enjoy getting together to explore and share ideas on a monthly basis.

With a flexible approach to working and with excellent benefits and opportunities for career development and advancement, this really is an excellent time to join.

Benefits include:

  • Remote working
  • Flexible hours
  • 25 days holiday
  • Pension

What’s required of the CTO?

  • Senior engineering leadership experience gained within smaller companies where the environment is fast-moving
  • Experience of architecting modern web platforms with Node.js backend development, AWS infrastructure, Linux and containerised applications such as Docker
  • PHP/WordPress would be useful to understand the current platform
  • Python skills, especially for AI/data/automation use cases would be beneficial
  • Practical experience of implementing AI features, with an understanding of LLMs, prompt design, vector search, knowledge graphs, etc., would be advantageous

What Next?

If you’re currently a CTO, or looking to take the step up to that level of ownership and responsibility, and have any questions or would simply welcome a chat about this excellent position and company, just call me or drop me an email, as I’d love to hear from you! If, though, you think this role could be right for you and you’d like to learn more, then please apply now!

CTO, Node.js, AWS, Chief Technology Officer, VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, Tech Lead, Principal Engineer

Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. #GB, #ChannelA

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Software Engineer (contract)
Opencast
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid
£350/day - £450/day
+4

Ready to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? At Opencast, we don’t measure developers by the number of tickets you complete. We care about engineering craft, clean design and thoughtful problem-solving. Opencast consultants deliver in complex environments, pairing often and working with others who take pride in doing things properly: TDD, emerging design, refactoring and leaving code better than they found it. We build software we are proud of, and our clients trust us not just to code but to think, challenge and guide. If you value simple and robust solutions and want a role where your judgment matters as much as your keyboard, you will fit right in. The role We’re looking for Contractors in Software Development (consultant level) to help our major clients transform. Software developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, extreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation. Our approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice. Working with clients and key stakeholders is a crucial part of a consultancy role. Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. Leaving a client with improved ways of working, working technology and a good experience from discovery through to live is the priority. Contractors at Opencast follow the same principles as permanent consultants. The roles are varied, technical, and never confined to any one provider or solution. Requirements Due to the nature of this role, applicants must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. Eligibility typically requires UK citizenship and continuous residence in the UK for the past five years, with no single absence exceeding 28 consecutive days. As attendance at client sites is a routine part of the role’s working pattern and involves occasional travel, travel expenses are not covered. Experience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. Therefore, familiarity with the GDS toolkit will be beneficial. Technical Skills - Expertise in Java and/or Scala is required - Experience with Javascript, Typescript, Kotlin, Python or Ruby is also valuable - Understanding of Object Oriented Programming - In depth knowledge of concepts and uses of testing - Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards - Being comfortable with new technology, t-shaped and comfortable with ongoing learning and development is key to success - Experience with agile methodology A contractor in software development at Opencast is responsible for: - Delivering in the upkeep of their team’s backlog - Collaborating with the teams testing effort - Leading on the implementation of user stories - Embracing mobbing and pairing - Working with others in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment Salary Up to £450 per day (working inside IR35) Where you’ll work This role requires regular on-site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites and home. Applicants must be able to commute to offices and client sites as part of their normal working arrangements, as travel is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. We include you We welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all. Interview Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. We’re happy to make adjustments to support your needs. Want to know more? Visit our website for more details.

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Senior Software Engineer
Opencast
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£59,001 - £72,000

Ready to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? At Opencast, we don’t measure developers by the number of tickets you complete. We care about engineering craft, clean design and thoughtful problem-solving. Opencast consultants deliver in complex environments, pairing often and working with others who take pride in doing things properly: TDD, emerging design, refactoring and leaving code better than they found it. We build software we are proud of, and our clients trust us not just to code but to think, challenge and guide. If you value simple and robust solutions and want a role where your judgment matters as much as your keyboard, you will fit right in. The role Software developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, extreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation. Our approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice. Working with clients and key stakeholders is a crucial part of a consultancy role. Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. Leaving a client with improved ways of working, working technology and a good experience from discovery through to live is the priority. The role is varied, technical, never confined to any one provider or solution and there are always opportunities for learning and development. Requirements Due to the nature of this role, applicants must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. Eligibility typically requires UK citizenship and continuous residence in the UK for the past five years, with no single absence exceeding 28 consecutive days. Experience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. Therefore, familiarity with the GDS toolkit will be beneficial. Technical Skills - Expertise in Java or Scala is required - Experience in other languages such as Kotlin, Ruby or Javascript is also valuable - Deep understanding of programming paradigm, code design, testing, accessibility, performance and security - Proven ability to apply different testing tools and methods in practice - Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards - Being comfortable with new technology, t-shaped and comfortable with ongoing learning and development is key to success. - Experience with agile methodology A senior consultant in software development at Opencast is responsible for: - Driving the elaboration of their team’s backlog - Setting testing strategies to match industry standards - Being a technical expert in their team (or acting as the team lead) - Leading the technical representation in a project discovery - Mentoring and coaching others to help them achieve their full potential - Demonstrating leadership within Opencast communities of practice Salary £59,001 - £72,000 What we offer A competitive package including a 7% employer pension contribution, share options and a discretionary bonus. You’ll also benefit from flexible working hours (aligned to client commitments), 25 days’ holiday, and access to 3 annual “life happens” days to support unexpected situations. We also offer wellbeing support, ongoing professional development, volunteering opportunities and the chance to be part of a genuinely supportive team. Where you’ll work This role requires regular on-site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites and home. Applicants must be able to commute to offices and client sites as part of their normal working arrangements, as travel is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. We include you We welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all. Interview Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. We’re happy to make adjustments to support your needs. Want to know more? Visit our website for more details.

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Software Engineer
Opencast
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid
£47,000 - £55,000

Ready to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? At Opencast, we don’t measure developers by the number of tickets you complete. We care about engineering craft, clean design and thoughtful problem-solving. Opencast consultants deliver in complex environments, pairing often and working with others who take pride in doing things properly: TDD, emerging design, refactoring and leaving code better than they found it. We build software we are proud of, and our clients trust us not just to code but to think, challenge and guide. If you value simple and robust solutions and want a role where your judgment matters as much as your keyboard, you will fit right in. The role Software developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, eXtreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation. Our approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice. Working with clients and key stakeholders is a crucial part of a consultancy role. Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. Leaving a client with improved ways of working, working technology and a good experience from discovery through to live is the priority. The role is varied, technical, never confined to any one provider or solution and there are always opportunities for learning and development. Requirements Due to the nature of this role, applicants must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. Eligibility typically requires UK citizenship and continuous residence in the UK for the past five years, with no single absence exceeding 28 consecutive days. Experience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. Therefore, familiarity with the GDS toolkit will be beneficial. Technical Skills - Expertise in Java or Scala is required - Experience in other languages such as Kotlin, Ruby or Javascript is also valuable - Understanding of Object Oriented Programming - In depth knowledge of concepts and uses of testing - Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards - Being comfortable with new technology, t-shaped and comfortable with ongoing learning and development is key to success - Experience with agile methodology A consultant in software development at Opencast is responsible for: - Delivering in the upkeep of their team’s backlog - Collaborating with the teams testing effort - Leading on the implementation of user stories - Embracing mobbing and pairing - Working with others in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment - Contributing to Opencast’s communities of practice Salary £47,000 - £55,000 What we offer A competitive package including a 7% employer pension contribution, share options and a discretionary bonus. You’ll also benefit from flexible working hours (aligned to client commitments), 25 days’ holiday, and access to 3 annual “life happens” days to support unexpected situations. We also offer wellbeing support, ongoing professional development, volunteering opportunities and the chance to be part of a genuinely supportive team. Where you’ll work This role requires regular on-site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites and home. Applicants must be able to commute to offices and client sites as part of their normal working arrangements, as travel is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. We include you We welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all. Interview Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. We’re happy to make adjustments to support your needs. Want to know more? Visit our website for more details.

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Senior Software Engineer (contract)
Opencast
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
£450/day - £600/day
+4

Ready to work somewhere that cares more about how you build software than how fast you can ship it? At Opencast, we don’t measure developers by the number of tickets you complete. We care about engineering craft, clean design and thoughtful problem-solving. Opencast consultants deliver in complex environments, pairing often and working with others who take pride in doing things properly: TDD, emerging design, refactoring and leaving code better than they found it. We build software we are proud of, and our clients trust us not just to code but to think, challenge and guide. If you value simple and robust solutions and want a role where your judgment matters as much as your keyboard, you will fit right in. The role We’re looking for Contractors in Software Development (Senior level or Technical Lead) to help our major clients transform. Software developers at Opencast care about building products right and combine their own experience and approach with our company values. They are tech agnostic, have expertise in agile methodologies, extreme programming practices and use industry-leading programming languages to deliver agile transformation. Our approach to software development is collaborative, focused on keeping things simple, and we use test driven development and pair programming as best practice. Working with clients and key stakeholders is a crucial part of a consultancy role. Our developers are inclusive team players that listen, collaborate, can positively challenge and manage expectations when needed but most of all are always willing to teach and help others. Leaving a client with improved ways of working, working technology and a good experience from discovery through to live is the priority. Contractors at Opencast follow the same principles as permanent consultants. The roles are varied, technical, and never confined to any one provider or solution. Requirements Due to the nature of this role, applicants must either currently hold active Security Check (SC) Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. Eligibility typically requires UK citizenship and continuous residence in the UK for the past five years, with no single absence exceeding 28 consecutive days. As attendance at client sites is a routine part of the role’s working pattern and involves occasional travel, travel expenses are not covered. Experience in delivering digital services for the UK government is highly valuable for many of our projects. Therefore, familiarity with the GDS toolkit will be beneficial. Technical Skills - Expertise in Java and/or Scala is required - Experience in other languages such as Javascript, Typescript, Kotlin, Python or Ruby is also valuable - Experience in a technical leadership role - Deep understanding of programming paradigm, code design, testing, accessibility, performance and security - Proven ability to apply different testing tools and methods in practice - Knowledge or experience of delivering complex services to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards - Being comfortable with new technology, t-shaped and comfortable with ongoing learning and development is key to success - Experience with agile methodology A senior level contractor in software development at Opencast is responsible for: - Driving the elaboration of their team’s backlog - Setting testing strategies to match industry standards - Being a technical expert in their team (or acting as the team lead) - Leading the technical representation in a project discovery - Acting as a technical lead in the team, enabling them to achieve their full potential Salary £450 - £600 per day (working inside IR35) Where you’ll work This role requires regular on-site attendance across our HQ, hub offices, client sites and home. Applicants must be able to commute to offices and client sites as part of their normal working arrangements, as travel is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. We include you We welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all. Interview Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. We’re happy to make adjustments to support your needs. Want to know more? Visit our website for more details.

Full Stack Developer - Typescript
Computer Futures
Coventry
Fully remote
Senior
£70,000 - £90,000
+7

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (TypeScript, Node.js, AWS)

Location: Remote (must be UK citizen)
Contract Type: Permanent
Experience Level: 10-20 years

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Full Stack Developer with a proven track record in designing and delivering scalable, high-performance applications. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong architectural skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust full-stack applications and services.
  • Architect and implement scalable cloud-based solutions leveraging AWS.
  • Optimise system performance, reliability, and security.
  • Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor team members to uphold best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement through automation and modern development methodologies.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • TypeScript expertise is mandatory.
    If you do not have strong, demonstrable experience with TypeScript, your CV will not progress beyond initial screening.
  • Minimum 10 years of hands-on software development experience (10-20 years preferred).
  • Strong back-end development skills using Node.js.
  • Proven experience with AWS and cloud-based architectures.
  • Full-stack proficiency with modern frameworks (e.g., React).
  • Solid understanding of software architecture, design principles, and microservices.
  • Experience with serverless architecture, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, Redis, TimescaleDB.
  • Familiarity with additional languages (Python, Java, C/C++).
  • Knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC), DevOps methodologies, and security best practices.
  • Exposure to monitoring tools (Prometheus, Nagios) and API design (GraphQL, REST).

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Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Java Developer
Experis
West Midlands
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
Private salary
+17

Role: Java Developer

Location: Solihull/Remote (2 days per week on-site)

Duration: 6 Months

Day rate: Negotiable Outside IR35

Clearance: Active SC clearance required & NPPV3 is desirable

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Java Developer to join our team and work on a large-scale public sector program. This unique development opportunity involves creating and implementing solutions for our portfolio of biometric products, supporting live systems, and diagnosing incidents. You will be part of a collaborative team that prides itself on engineering the best possible Java code.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement solutions for biometric products.
  • Support live systems and diagnose incidents.
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality Java code.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Proficiency in Java 17+, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, Spring Integration, Spring Batch, Microservices, Quartz, SQL Database (PostgreSQL), JPA (Hibernate), REST and SOAP Web Services, Messaging service (ActiveMQ), Maven, Junit, Jenkins, AWS Cloud hosting and its components, Postgres/Aurora, Bootstrap, Docker, TDD, Agile (Scrum)
  • Public sector experience.
  • 8-10 years of hands-on experience with large-scale Spring-based Java projects.
  • Experience supporting live systems and diagnosing incidents.
  • Experience in large-scale integration projects involving microservices, messaging, web services, and distributed systems.
  • Experience with web services (SOAP and RESTful).
  • Experience with containerization (Docker).
  • Experience with testing frameworks like JUnit, Mockito, Powermock, JMock, DBUnit, TestContainers.
  • Experience connecting processes across several systems with message brokers like ActiveMQ.
  • Experience with Continuous Integration methodologies - Maven, GIT, Jenkins, SonarQube, and Stash Repository.
  • Experience developing in a Linux development environment.
  • Experience working with a suite of Atlassian products.
  • Experience working with open-source database management systems like PostgreSQL.
  • Experience working with AWS services (EC2, SQS, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Route53, KMS, Cloudwatch).
  • Monitoring using Grafana.
  • Agile development methods - Scrum, Kanban, TDD, BDD.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in Angular and Node JS.
  • Experience in Jaspersoft reporting tool.
  • DBA experience in performance tuning SQL queries and Postgres/Aurora DB config.
  • Experience working with Spring Cloud, Spring Batch, and Spring Integration.
  • Experience working with Activiti BPMN.
  • Experience working with Postfix.
  • Experience in AWS DevOps.
  • Ability to create a cohesive working environment and build high-performing teams.
  • Strong stakeholder management.
  • Hands-on Java development experience working on digital or technology projects at a leading consultancy, agency, or government organization.
  • AWS or Azure certification, or willingness to attain the certification.
  • Self-starter, comfortable working in both process-driven and ambiguous environments.
  • Experience and passion for working within Central Government and other sectors.
  • Proven capability of working successfully with senior client stakeholders and end-users, quickly building successful relationships, and establishing credibility.
  • Passion for digital and technology, with the drive and determination to continually learn new things and develop yourself and others.
  • Strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently in a highly collaborative, team-based environment.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Ability to manage and build relationships with teams, relevant stakeholders, and third-party sub-contractors utilizing effective and appropriate governance mechanisms.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD tools and agile methodologies, and hands-on delivery experience.
  • Drive outcomes and business value, coordinate activities across teams to establish pace of delivery.
Full-Stack Developer
Hays Technology
Coventry
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £450/day

Your new role
Full Stack Developer required to work 4 days a week, on site in Coventry with the remaining day remote.

What you’ll need to succeed
Django, Flask frameworksReact, Vanilla JavaScript, Node.js
API integration and workflow automation
SQL and data integration
Familiarity with Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD tools

Should Have:
SQL database management
Azure cloud deployment
YAML pipeline experience

Desirable
Knowledge of NEC contract compliance

What you’ll get in return
c 450 per day (inside IR35)

What you need to do now
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