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Senior Software Engineer
LANCESOFT LTD
London
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
  • Location:Brick Lane, London
  • Days in the Office:2 days per week
  • Job Title:Senior Engineer
  • Length of Contract:6 months, with potential extension

Key Skills:

  • Work embedded in a cross-functional team with software developers, technical product owners and testers all working together towards common goals to develop JVM applications using Test Driven Development and Pair Programming
  • Drive the design and implementation of our systems, knowing the context and why we are implementing what we are implementing, whilst always looking to improve our systems and ways of working
  • Mentor and coach other engineers
  • A willingness to pair program

Must-Haves:

  • Strong verbal communication and collaboration skills
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in a cross-functional, agile development team
  • Enthusiasm for code development and education in this area

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience in pair programming
  • Proficiency in idiomatic Kotlin for application development

Experience:

  • Extensive knowledge of Java programming language (5 years+)
  • 5+ years practical experience in test driven development

AI Integration:

  • We have an AI special interest group and are adopting AI based on individual context
Frontend Developer
Hays Technology
Birmingham
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£570/day - £610/day
RECENTLY POSTED
+5

Soft Skills & Behaviours: Clear and confident communicator, able to work with designers, product teams, testers, engineers, and external partners.

Highly collaborative, supporting team success and contributing to shared goals.
Positive, engaged, and proactive, bringing energy to team ceremonies and wider delivery activities.
Comfortable with change, able to work through evolving requirements or priorities.
Keen to learn and share knowledge, contributing to code reviews, pair‑programming, and community‑of‑practice activities.
Experienced working within Agile delivery, contributing to stand-ups, planning, reviews, retrospectives, and show‑and‑tell sessions.
Delivers with quality, making sensible trade-offs and managing technical debt thoughtfully.
Stays informed about modern technologies and practices, promoting proportionate adoption of tools that add value.
Technical Skills & Responsibilities: Intermediate to advanced practical experience with:

React and TypeScript
Python
AWS services i.e. Athena/Glue, DynamoDB, ECS, S3, Lambda, SQS, Step Function, etc
Automated testing frameworks for Python and JavaScript
Terraform for infrastructure-as-code
Agile delivery workflows
Tooling experience:

Git
Jira
Confluence
Desirable (Nice to Have):

Cypress
GitHub Actions
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Senior Software Engineer
Pioneer Selection
Multiple locations
Fully remote
Senior
£450/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Senior Software Engineer - (9 month contract) Salary: Negotiable Shift: Days Mon-Fri Location: Remote - Can live anywhere We are recruiting for an innovative market leader within the industry who are a major player in their field, miles ahead of the competition. This is an opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to showcase their skills across multiple state-of-the-art automated facilities within the UK. You'll be based from home and will be focused on software development and JAVA development for highly automated distribution factories across the UK. The Senior software engineer will be involved in some high level software development projects within automated warehouse environments. Non Negotiable skills required for the Senior Software Engineer 5 years minimum experience in JAVA development Extensive software development experience Understanding of distribution and automated warehouse environments Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with site teams, colleagues, and management effectively. The Senior Software Engineer will benefit from: Competitive pay rate Working for a highly reputable company Remote working from anywhere in the UK If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Chris Bacchus at Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details. TPBN1\_UKTJ

DevOps Engineer
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Wokingham
In office
Mid - Senior
£500/day - £550/day
RECENTLY POSTED
+11

Role/Job title: DevOps Engineer

Mode of working Hybrid /office based: Office (Wokingham)

The Role We are looking for an experienced Azure .NET and React Full Stack Developer with strong automation skills to join our fast-growing team. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure applications on Microsoft Azure, ensuring high reliability and performance for large-scale data processing (terabyte level). You will collaborate closely with Architects, DevOps Engineers, and other developers to build a robust platform for next-generation applications. impact IT incidents that disrupt critical business services. Their job is to restore service as quickly and safely as possible while maintaining strong communication with technical teams and stakeholders. This role is for a UK based Utility company and hence demands a highly experienced Major Incident Manager. Your responsibilities: Application Development & Cloud Engineering Develop, enhance, and maintain backend services using .NET Core, C#, Entity Framework, and frontend applications using React.

Build and deploy applications using Azure DevOps and implement CI/CD pipelines.

Work extensively with Azure services including:

o AKS, App Service

o Azure SQL Database, Azure Storage (Blob, Queues, Tables)

o Azure Application Gateway, Azure Key Vault

o Azure Container Registry

o Application Insights, Log Analytics Workspace

o Azure Active Directory for authentication and security Automation & CI/CD Automate build, test, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reliability.

Write unit test cases with 100% code coverage and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines.

Collaborate with DevOps engineers to maintain automated workflows. Performance, Optimization & Troubleshooting Diagnose root causes of production issues and implement effective resolutions.

Optimize application performance using Azure monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, App Insights).

Improve SQL query performance for applications and MLOps workflows.

Perform proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and enhancement of application functionality. Integration & Documentation Integrate third-party APIs/services ensuring seamless communication.

Document technical decisions, architectural flows, and implementation details in Confluence.

Use Azure Storage and data services efficiently to manage high-volume data workloads. Your Profile The ideal candidate is a seasoned Full Stack Developer with deep expertise in Azure Cloud, .NET Core, C#, and React, capable of building highly scalable, secure, and performant enterprise applications. They should have strong experience working with modern CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native architectures, and distributed systems handling large-scale data. The candidate must be proactive, analytical, and able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Architects, DevOps Engineers, and Data teams. A strong understanding of cloud automation, application security, API integration, and Azure-native services is essential. The individual should bring a problem-solving mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues in production environments while continuously improving system reliability and performance. Essential skills/knowledge/experience: 10+ Years Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: Experience 10 12 years of overall IT experience.

Strong expertise in:

o Azure Cloud Platform

o .NET Core, C#, Entity Framework

o REST APIs, React

o Azure SQL, NoSQL, Blob Storage

o AKS, App Service, Azure AD

o Python (as a secondary skill) Cloud & Security Skills Hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure & security services:

o Azure AD, IaaS, PaaS, Containers, Storage, Monitoring

Experience with authentication standards: SAML, OAuth, OIDC, MFA, RBAC.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Identity & Access Management including Azure AD & AD B2C. Tools & DevOps Proficiency with:

o Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Git

o ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform

o PowerShell scripting

o Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow

o Azure Log Analytics, Workbooks, App Insights Additional Skills Familiarity with data formats such as GRIB, NETCDF, Parquet, JSON is a plus.

Strong communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Experience supporting production applications.

Ability to anticipate problems and propose robust solutions.

Azure Developer Certification (AZ-204) is a plus.

TPBN1_UKTJ

Oracle DBA with AWS Postgres Migration - Manchester, UK
Randstad Digital
Manchester
In office
Senior
£600/day - £700/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Role: Oracle DBA with AWS Migration ExperienceType: Contract (6 Months)
Location: Manchester, UK
Working Model: Fully Onsite

Payrate: 600 - 700 GBP/day on Inside IR35 on Umbrella

We are urgently seeking a highly experienced Oracle DBA for a 6-month engagement with. In this standalone, mission-critical role, you will be the ultimate technical authority for a high-availability database estate.

The Role:

  • Act as the go-to technical expert for Oracle Database 12c, taking full ownership of stability, security, and performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex performance issues on high-volume transactional workloads (using AWR/ASH, SQL tuning, and execution plan reviews).
  • Design, test, and manage robust RMAN backup and recovery strategies.
  • Partner with Dev and QA teams to advise on schema design, query patterns, and operational impact.

Your Experience:

  • Active SC Clearance or SC Eligibility (preferred)
  • Extensive hands-on experience as a DBA in high-availability Oracle 12c environments.
  • AWS postgres Migration experience
  • Deep technical expertise in RMAN, AWR/ASH, and SQL optimization.

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. sukkala2 @ randstaddigital. Com

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Backend Software Engineer
HAYS
London
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
+6

Software Engineer - Active SC, Java, Microservices Up to £550 per day (Inside IR35) London / Remote 6 months My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who require a strong Software Engineer with Active Security Clearance (SC) and with deep expertise in Java (Spring Boot) to join a large-scale, business-critical microservices programme. Key Requirements: Proven experience working as a Java Software Engineer on large microservice architectures Active Security Clearance (SC) Strong capability building scalable RESTful APIs and backend services in Java (Spring Boot): Postgres (or other relational SQL databases) with solid understanding of schema design and SQL Docker: Confident containerising and deploying applications Test-Driven Development (JUnit & Mockito or similar testing frameworks) CI/CD: Hands-on experience with Jenkins or similar automated pipeline tooling Flexibility working in agile teams and collaborating closely with engineers, product, and design colleagues Nice to have: API Specification using Swagger / OpenAPI Gradle build systems Liquibase (or similar) for database versioning/migrations Kafka or similar event-streaming platforms React and Typescript If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1\_UKTJ

Senior Software Engineer
Pioneer Selection Ltd
Multiple locations
Fully remote
Senior
£450/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Senior Software Engineer - (9 month contract)

Salary: Negotiable
Shift: Days Mon-Fri
Location: Remote - Can live anywhere

We are recruiting for an innovative market leader within the industry who are a major player in their field, miles ahead of the competition. This is an opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to showcase their skills across multiple state-of-the-art automated facilities within the UK. You ll be based from home and will be focused on software development and JAVA development for highly automated distribution factories across the UK.
The Senior software engineer will be involved in some high level software development projects within automated warehouse environments.

Non Negotiable skills required for the Senior Software Engineer

  • 5 years minimum experience in JAVA development
  • Extensive software development experience
  • Understanding of distribution and automated warehouse environments
  • Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with site teams, colleagues, and management effectively.

The Senior Software Engineer will benefit from:

  • Competitive pay rate
  • Working for a highly reputable company
  • Remote working from anywhere in the UK

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Chris Bacchus at Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.

You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.

Senior .Net Developer
Wiltshire Council
Trowbridge
In office
Senior
£45,000/day
RECENTLY POSTED
+2

ICT - Driving Technological Transformation We have an exciting opportunity to join our ICT department on a 2-year contract, working in the Projects and Programmes function, delivering new solutions for Wiltshire Council. As a Senior .Net Developer, you will deliver systems essential to the council. Working alongside others in the team and the wider organisation, you will develop and deliver solutions using Azure DevOps, .Net C# within Visual Studio and other software systems. You will create and customise business process flows, forms, reports, and update configurations. You will work to diagnose and fix issues in the system, so good problem-solving skills will be essential. We are looking for a candidate with effective communication skills with experience working in an in-house development team. Previous experience of source control using GIT, and database development using Microsoft SQL Server, alongside an understanding of JavaScript, HTML, and CI/CD pipelines, will be essential. A solid understanding of other technologies, such as developing Blazor apps, working in YAML, and using MAUI for developing mobile applications, would be an advantage. The successful candidate will work within an Agile development team and should be able to work independently and with others effectively. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity. We understand that AI tools can support candidates in preparing job applications. However, at Wiltshire Council we value authenticity and encourage applicants to ensure their submissions genuinely reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations.

Senior Engineer
LANCESOFT LTD
London
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
  • Location: London

  • Days in the Office:2 days per week

  • Job Title:Senior Engineer

  • Key Skills:

  • Work embedded in a cross-functional team with software developers, technical product owners and testers all working together towards common goals to develop JVM applications using Test Driven Development and Pair Programming

  • Drive the design and implementation of our systems, knowing the context and why we are implementing what we are implementing, whilst always looking to improve our systems and ways of working

  • Mentor and coach other engineers

  • A willingness to pair program

Must-Haves:

  • Strong verbal communication and collaboration skills
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in a cross-functional, agile development team
  • Enthusiasm for code development and education in this area

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience in pair programming
  • Proficiency in idiomatic Kotlin for application development

Experience:

  • Extensive knowledge of Java programming language (5 years+)
  • 5+ years practical experience in test driven development

AI Integration:

  • We have an AI special interest group and are adopting AI based on individual context
Senior Database Engineer - SC Cleared
Sanderson Government and Defence
Taunton
Hybrid
Senior
£425/day - £450/day

Senior Database Engineer
Taunton - 3 days per week onsite
Active SC Clearance required
£450 per day
Outside IR35

We’re supporting a secure, mission-critical programme seeking a hands-on Senior Database Engineer to take ownership of a 1TB+ SQL Server estate.

This is a delivery-focused engineering role - not documentation or governance. You’ll build on existing analysis to validate findings, map database structures to application functionality, and implement safe, incremental improvements to performance, resilience, and security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Rationalise and optimise a large SQL Server database
  • Identify redundant/high-risk data structures
  • Implement data retention and archival strategies
  • Improve performance (indexing, partitioning, query tuning)
  • Strengthen HA, resilience, and database security
  • Safely promote schema changes through controlled release processes

Required Experience

  • Deep hands-on Microsoft SQL Server expertise
  • Experience with large enterprise databases (100s GB-TB scale)
  • Strong query optimisation and execution plan analysis
  • HA, backup/restore validation and resilience patterns
  • Supporting large .NET Framework applications
  • Deploying database changes safely via CI/CD or structured releases

Desirable: Hybrid/Azure environments, legacy estate modernisation, regulated settings.

High-impact role within a secure environment. Active SC clearance is essential.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Software Engineer - Developer Infrastructure & Tooling
Randstad Digital
London
Fully remote
Mid - Senior
£750/day

?? Software Engineer - Developer Infrastructure & Tooling (Platform Developer Experience) ?? About the Role We're seeking a curious, collaborative Engineer to help build the next generation of developer infrastructure and tooling You'll play a critical role in creating a scalable, unified monorepo ecosystem, enabling engineers across the organisation to work faster, collaborate better, and innovate with confidence. This is a high-impact contract role focused on developer productivity, platform scale, and long-term infrastructure evolution. ??? What You'll Do ?? Design and scale Bazel-based monorepos containing millions of lines of code ?? Lead and support the migration to monorepos, owning and evolving Bazel and associated tooling ? Create abstractions, workflows, and automation that significantly enhance the developer experience ?? Partner closely with platform and infrastructure teams to define and deliver best-in-class monorepo tooling ?? Influence the future of backend engineering by improving speed, reliability, and simplicity at scale ?? Who You Are ?? Passionate about making developers highly productive and empowered ??? Proven experience building and maintaining tooling for large-scale monorepo environments ?? A strong problem solver who thrives on complex infrastructure challenges ??? Hands-on experience with Bazel and its ecosystem (e.g. rules\_jvm\_external, IntelliJ Bazel plugin, etc.) ?? Fluent in Java, Python, Starlark, and TypeScript ?? Contract & Location ?? 6-month contract ?? Fully remote ?? £750 / per day ?? Working within an EMEA time zone to support global collaboration Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1\_UKTJ

OS Software Developer
Guidant Global
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£500/day - £600/day
+6

Software Engineer - Open Source Specialist Location: Gloucestershire Contract Type: Contract About the Role Guidant Global is partnering with our client to recruit an experienced Software Engineer with strong open‑source expertise. You'll join a small, highly skilled technical team delivering bespoke, open‑source‑driven solutions across multiple platforms, including cloud environments and disconnected networks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in collaborative engineering environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and high‑performance applications. Key Responsibilities Develop high‑quality software for client projects, working individually or as part of a development team Collaborate with technical leads and product owners to interpret and deliver against technical requirements Engage directly with clients to gather requirements and propose innovative solutions Contribute to all aspects of the software development lifecycle Produce detailed technical documentation and design specifications Share expertise with colleagues, supporting a culture of continuous learning Work alongside or directly within client teams when required Drive improvements in development approaches, code quality, and delivery standards Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience Proven experience contributing to or managing open‑source projects Experience & Technical Skills Essential Strong proficiency in Go, Python, or JavaScript Experience with Linux-based operating systems (RHEL, Rocky, Debian, Ubuntu) Hands‑on experience with Git and open-source platforms (GitHub/GitLab) Ability to build and deploy scalable applications or libraries Strong debugging, problem‑solving, and performance optimisation skills Understanding of open‑source licensing (MIT, GPL, Apache) Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Ability to create clear, comprehensive technical documentation Experience working within development teams on both minor and major projects Background developing robust, scalable, secure enterprise systems Experience across the full software development lifecycle Ability to follow fast, iterative development approaches Understanding of build & release management using tools like Maven, NPM, PyPI, Ansible Experience using Atlassian toolsets (Jira, Confluence, etc.) Desirable Experience with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Understanding of Agile sprint planning and cross‑team collaboration Ability to take on technical leadership responsibilities Stakeholder engagement across technical and non‑technical functions Knowledge of CI/CD tools, scripting languages, database technologies, messaging technologies Experience with vulnerability research Behavioural Competencies Strong communication skills, able to engage effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences Collaborative team player who shares knowledge openly Proactive approach to problem‑solving and client engagement Adaptable, innovative, and comfortable working in fast‑paced environments Why Join Through Guidant Global? Guidant Global is a trusted partner in connecting talented professionals with impactful, forward‑thinking organisations. We support you throughout the recruitment process, offering transparent communication and a people‑first approach. Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Senior Data Engineer
Hays Technology
London
In office
Senior
Private salary

Your new company
This is a financial institution with an office based in the City of London.

Your new role
You will be migrating data from on prem onto Snowflake for a Greenfield project.

What you’ll need to succeed

Strong Python and SQL are crucial to this role
On-prem to Snowflake migration experience
Airflow and DBT experience
GitHub experience as you will be building CI/CD pipelines as part of this role
Any experience within post-trade, OTC, swaps will be extremely beneficial
What you’ll get in return
An exciting opportunity to join an international organisation in financial services. Furthermore, a competitive day rate for this role will be offered in addition to your own dedicated Hays Consultant to guide you through every step of the application process.

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

T24 Developer
VIQU IT Recruitment
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £500/day

T24 Developer – SC Cleared – London

A client is looking for an experienced SC Cleared T24 Developer specialising in Temenos Transact (formerly T24), delivering high-quality solutions across core banking transformation, integration, and upgrade programs.

Key Experience and Skills of the T24 Developer:

  • Must have active SC Clearance.
  • Must have experience within T24 development including payments, clearing and customisation.
  • Must have strong experience with TPH configuration.
  • Experience within an Agile or Scrum environment within the regulated sector.
  • Must have experience with SWIFT and payment processing interfaces.
  • Must have extensive knowledge of integration tools such as SWIFT Alliance Gateway, IBM MQ or SAP.
  • Strong experience with Confluence and SharePoint.

Key Responsibilities of the T24 Developer:

  • Configure, test and integrate Sprint backlog items within T24.
  • Ensure deliverables meet Definition of Done (DoD) and release governance standards.
  • Document solutions in Confluence and SharePoint.
  • Actively participate in Scrum meetings (Planning, Stand-ups, Reviews, Retrospectives)
  • Prepare T24 mapping documents.
  • Maintain non-live environments (run COBs, resolve memory issues, manage code conflicts)

The Security cleared T24 Developer is required onsite, 2 days per week in Central London.

Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Matt Farrell via the VIQU IT website.

Do you know someone great? We’ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).

For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on LinkedIn @VIQU IT Recruitment.

Contract Software Engineer
Panoramic Associates
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£700/day - £800/day

Contract Software Engineer (DV Cleared) 6 Months (Initially) Romsey OR Gloucester for On-site Work €(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) iO Associates is proudly partnering an R&D client, specialising in developing cutting-edge technology for our National Security. We are looking for a Software Engineer who holds a current DV clearance to join the team on an Initial 6 month basis (with a high likelihood of extension). The role itself will involve designing, developing and optimising OpenCPI components and application for SIGINT and RF Systems. Along with the additional tasks below: Integrate OpenCPI solutions onto FPGA-based and embedded SDR platforms. Support system architecture, trade studies, and technical design decisions. Ensure robust, scalable and reusable OpenCPI-based implementations.Key Responsibilities Involve: Engineering & Development Develop OpenCPI workers and containers in C/C++ and HDL (VHDL/Verilog where required). Integrate DSP chains into FPGA and embedded Linux environments. Conduct trade-off analysis across performance, latency and resource utilisation. Support hardware/software integration in secure lab and customer environments.Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Demonstrable hands-on experience with OpenCPI framework. Strong C/C++ development in embedded or Linux environments. Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) principles. Experience integrating FPGA-based platforms (e.g. Xilinx or Intel toolchains). Experience working within secure National Security or MOD environments. Ability to troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues. Experience working with SDR and RF signal processing systemsDue to the nature of the work, this is an on-site role. We can only consider contractors who have an active DV clearance for this position. If you're interested, please apply to the link for consideration

Java Software Engineer into Architect
Computer Futures
Bracknell
Fully remote
Mid - Senior
£450/day

Hiring: Java Software Engineer UK-Based | Remote | 12‑month contract | 450 per day I'm currently supporting the search for a highly capable Java Software Engineer looking to transition into Architecture to join a major transformation programme, leading the migration from on‑prem services into Azure. This isn't a junior role in experience - we're looking for someone with high-level architectural capability, strong communication skills, and the confidence to guide and oversee the work of experienced engineers. What You'll Be Doing Supporting the Senior Architect across a large-scale cloud migration Shaping data pipelines, data flows, and system-wide design Providing architectural oversight to senior developers Working across Java, Python and large data environments (design > coding) Bringing a strong, assertive technical voice to ensure delivery stays on track What we're looking for: ✔ Strong Java engineering experience ✔ Exposure to cloud migration (Azure ideal) ✔ Knowledge of Python or big‑data environments is a bonus ✔ Confident communicator who can work across multiple technical teams Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit 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

Senior Software Engineer
ATA Recruitment
Not Specified
Fully remote
Senior
£550/day - £650/day

Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor)

UK-Based Fully Remote

Outside IR35

Contract to Dec 2026

We are supporting a global engineering and technology organisation in the search for a Senior Java Software Engineer (Contractor) to join their Performance Engineering & Research team.

This is a fully remote opportunity (UK-based candidates only) working on robust, scalable software that supports sophisticated control algorithms and performance optimisation systems.

The Role

You will design, build and maintain efficient, high-performance Java applications, contributing across the full software development lifecycle including:

  • Requirements analysis and system design
  • Development and implementation
  • Testing and deployment
  • CI/CD and automation improvements
  • Technical documentation

Working under the guidance of the Principal Performance Engineer, you will collaborate with solution design, integration, simulation and delivery teams globally.

What We re Looking For

  • Minimum 5 years professional Java development experience
  • Strong understanding of OOP, design patterns and software architecture principles
  • Proven experience delivering scalable, maintainable systems
  • Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins)
  • Exposure to containerisation and logging technologies (e.g., Docker, ELK)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
  • Excellent communication skills

Nice to have: Experience within logistics, WMS or warehouse automation however strong Java developers from any industry will be considered.

Contract Details

  • Fully remote (UK-based candidates only)
  • Outside IR35
  • Contract funded through December 2026
  • Full-time engagement
  • ASAP start
  • No predefined rate band quality is prioritised

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Developer-in-Test (SC Cleared)
Syntax Consultancy Ltd
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£450/day
+5

Southend / Reading (Hybrid)
3 Month Rolling Contract
£450/day (Outside IR35)

Developer-in-Test needed with active SC Security Clearance and Java coding skills. 3 Month Rolling Contract based in either Southend (Essex) or Reading (Hybrid).

Hybrid Working - 3-4 days/week remote (WFH), and 1-2 days/week working on-site from the office. Start ASAP in March 2026.

A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects:

  • Developer-in-Test / SDET with strong Java coding + test automation skills.
  • Government / (url removed) projects experience strongly preferred.
  • Test automation tools experience -eg- Selenium, Serenity or Cucumber.
  • Continuous Integration tools -eg- Jenkins, Stash, Hudson, Github.
  • Testing UI and Web Services systems including end-to-end and in isolation using Mocks.
  • Experience with large datasets + appreciation of data isolation in a multi-tenanted SAAS platform environments.
  • Writing / maintaining SQL insert, update + delete statements
  • Using Test Management tools like Jira for planning, test execution + reporting.
  • AWS Cloud environments + automated infrastructure.
  • Advantageous skills: JavaScript, JMeter scripting, Performance Testing, Agile/Scrum.
  • SC Security Clearance is essential for this position.
Oracle DBA with AWS Postgres Migration - Manchester, UK
Randstad Technologies Recruitment
Manchester
In office
Senior
£600/day - £700/day

Role: Oracle DBA with AWS Migration ExperienceType: Contract (6 Months)
Location: Manchester, UK
Working Model: Fully Onsite

Payrate: (Apply online only) GBP/day on Inside IR35 on Umbrella

We are urgently seeking a highly experienced Oracle DBA for a 6-month engagement with. In this standalone, mission-critical role, you will be the ultimate technical authority for a high-availability database estate.

The Role:

  • Act as the go-to technical expert for Oracle Database 12c, taking full ownership of stability, security, and performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex performance issues on high-volume transactional workloads (using AWR/ASH, SQL tuning, and execution plan reviews).
  • Design, test, and manage robust RMAN backup and recovery strategies.
  • Partner with Dev and QA teams to advise on schema design, query patterns, and operational impact.

Your Experience:

  • Active SC Clearance or SC Eligibility (preferred)
  • Extensive hands-on experience as a DBA in high-availability Oracle 12c environments.
  • AWS postgres Migration experience
  • Deep technical expertise in RMAN, AWR/ASH, and SQL optimization.

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Oracle Database Administration Specialist
Experis
Manchester
Hybrid
Senior
£650/day - £700/day

Oracle Database Specialist

Manchester / Leeds - hybrid

6 months - likely to be extended

600 - 700 per day inside IR35 - umbrella only

Hold active SC clearance - eligible candidates will be considered

The Oracle Database Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance, and integrity of our core data platforms. Operating independently, the DBA safeguards the operational continuity of key systems by maintaining resilient databases, optimising performance, and resolving complex issues that directly impact service availability. This role underpins smooth project delivery by providing expert guidance across development, QA, and infrastructure teams, ensuring that databases remain secure, performant, and fit for purpose throughout ongoing change. Their expertise enables the wider organisation to implement functional solutions with confidence, supported by robust data foundations that meet stringent operational and regulatory requirements.

What you’ll be doing - your accountabilities

  • Delivers stable, secure, and high-performing Oracle database environments that underpin critical services and ensure positive operational outcomes.
  • Leads collaboration with development, QA, and operational teams to understand technical requirements, diagnose database-related issues, and shape effective data solutions.
  • Implements clear, robust recommendations and technical documentation, including backup strategies, performance improvement actions, and configuration standards, while identifying risks, gaps, and dependencies.
  • Designs and optimises repeatable database patterns, ensuring scalability, resilience, and compliance across production and non-production environments.
  • Enables teams to fully leverage database capabilities, providing expert guidance on performance behaviour, schema design impacts, and data lifecycle considerations.
  • Strengthens engineering practices by contributing to shared DBA methods, knowledge bases, and operational runbooks, improving organisational efficiency and repeatability.
  • Ensures alignment with enterprise security policies, audit requirements, and architectural guardrails, maintaining database configurations that satisfy regulatory and compliance obligations.
  • Provides authoritative expertise on Oracle technologies, informing senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and long-term considerations related to the database estate.
  • Supports delivery of complex change initiatives, including platform upgrades, patching cycles, performance remediation programmes, and strategic migrations.
  • Champions continuous improvement, staying current with Oracle capabilities, performance tuning techniques, and emerging best practices-and applying these to enhance stability and reliability.
  • Mentors and supports colleagues across Dev, QA, and ASG, acting as the go-to technical expert for database performance, resilience, recovery processes, and incident resolution.

Skills

  • Extensive hands-on experience administering Oracle Database 12c in high-availability, mission-critical environments.
  • Proven track record of diagnosing and resolving complex database performance issues, including SQL tuning, AWR/ASH analysis, and optimisation of high-volume transactional workloads.
  • Demonstrable experience managing RMAN backup and recovery strategies, including real-world restore scenarios and resilience testing.
  • Background in patching, upgrading, and hardening Oracle estates, ensuring security compliance and minimal service disruption.
  • Experience supporting development and QA teams, including reviewing schema changes, analysing data behaviours, and advising on query patterns.
  • Strong operational experience on Linux platforms, particularly in areas affecting DB performance such as I/O, filesystem layout, and kernel tuning.
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting live service issues, including production incident support, root cause analysis, and stabilisation activities.
  • Experience working within regulated or audited environments, with a solid understanding of data protection, access control, and evidential accuracy.
  • Familiarity with multi-environment estate management (DEV/TEST/UAT/STAGE/PROD), including promotion workflows and change governance.
  • Experience contributing to runbooks, standards, and operational documentation to support repeatable and reliable database operations.
  • Comfortable working independently as a subject-matter expert, often being the primary point of escalation for database-related issues.
Senior Java Developers (x2) - Contract Remote-First
Lord Search & Selection
Oxfordshire
Fully remote
Senior
Private salary

We are seeking two experienced Senior Java Developer contractors to join our client’s UK team immediately. Help drive the future of commerce through innovative automated solutions powering next-generation warehouse and supply chain systems.

Role Details

Engagement: Contract (urgent start)

Location: Remote-First / Hybrid (UK-based)

What You’ll Do

  • Build and maintain efficient, reliable, and high-performance software in line with team coding standards and best practices.
  • Contribute to the design of software components and systems to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and maintainable.
  • Participate across the full software development lifecycle: requirement analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and support.
  • Champion software best practices, coding standards, and continuous integration/delivery across project work.
  • Develop and maintain test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and technical documentation as needed.
  • Optimise application performance for high-scale warehouse control systems.
  • Mentor junior developers and uphold high engineering quality standards.
  • Collaborate in an Agile environment to solve complex supply chain challenges.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Core Java expertise (5+ years) with strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proven track record in software development and implementation.
  • Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software engineering principles.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with logistics and operations research concepts is advantageous.
  • Highly reliable, responsible, and effective as part of a collaborative team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

To apply please submit your full CV quoting reference 10301.

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