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Principal DevOps Engineer

Contract DevOps Engineer - AWS DevOps Location: UK Remote (Must be UK based, with full right to work) Contract Type: £550pd INSIDE IR35 - Immediate Start Available WRK digital are delighted to be shortlisting for Contract DevOps Engineers with strong AWS and DevOps capabilities working across modern cloud infrastructure including AWS services (ECS, EKS, Lambda, RDS), CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins), infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker), and configuration management tools. The Role You’ll be working as part of a high-performing agile team within the NHS, building and maintaining cloud-native infrastructure with a focus on reliability, security, compliance, and automation. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Contract Platform Engineer with deep AWS expertise and experience delivering infrastructure solutions in regulated environments. What You’ll Be Doing Design, build, and maintain scalable AWS infrastructure and platform services Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and testing Ensure infrastructure meets standards for security, compliance, observability, and cost optimisation Work with infrastructure as code (Terraform/CloudFormation) to enable repeatable, version-controlled deployments Support application teams with container orchestration, monitoring, and platform tooling Enable rapid platform modernisation with minimal service disruption Engage with technical and business stakeholders to determine infrastructure requirements (consultancy experience highly valued). The contract is an initial engagement until the end of March with this UK-based team working remote first. You must be comfortable working INSIDE IR35 for this engagement.

Java Developer

Syntax Consultancy Limited

Leeds (Hybrid)Permanent£70,000 - £75,000 (DOE)Senior Java Developer needed for a permanent career opportunity based in Leeds (Hybrid). Start ASAP ideally January/February 2026.Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the Leeds office.A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government digital modernisation projects.Key Skills, experience to include:

Java Developer needed with strong front-end and back-end development experience. Strong AWS Cloud Services experience including:

Technical Environment & Tools: Kotlin, Java, AngularJS, Jenkins, and NodeJS, SQL.Git and GitHub. Working with DevOps teams.

AWS Services: S3- Athena- Glue- Lambda- DynamoDB- OpenSearch- CloudFormation- API Gateway- ECS- CloudWatch. Amazon Step Functions to implement complex workflows .

Databases Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB

CI/CD - Building and managing continuous integration. Supporting the development + operation of Java software solutions with secure tools and environments.

Designing, developing + implementing secure systems, and understanding DevOps practices.

Desirable: Containers experience of working with Docker and ECS Good understanding of DevOps / DevSecOps concepts

AWS Associate Developer accreditation preferred.

Benefits: Salary to £70k-£75k (DOE) + Hybrid Work + 10% Bonus + Pension + 22 days holiday plus BHs (rising to 25 days) + Death in Service + Health Care Plan + More.

Cloud Application Developer

Sanderson Recruitment

Sanderson Government and Defence are supporting a commercial supplier to government in their search for a Cloud Application Developer to work out of either London, Manchester or Gloucestershire. This client, aside from offering a very strong package, offer an excellent development programme, with a real willingness to support both financially and otherwise.Tech wise, we have requirement for both Java and Python backend languages, and cloud experience would also be very helpful indeed. AWS is by far the most prevalent, but we will look at individuals with transferable experience in this area.Role Responsibilities

Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop a strong understanding of the business environment, technical landscape, and organisational strategic objectives.

Advise customers on emerging technologies and best-practice methodologies, designing and delivering innovative, automated solutions to complex challenges.

Interpret and apply security policies, ensuring all implemented solutions meet required security standards.

Design and implement highly available, scalable, and resilient systems.

Desirable Skills and Technologies

Proven experience with cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and Azure Virtual Desktop.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, React, and Go.

Experience deploying applications within cloud architectures,

Hands-on experience with web application services.

Familiarity with Test-Driven Development and Behaviour-Driven Development

Experience in API design, development, and integration.

Knowledge of monitoring and observability systems.

Understanding of modern digital delivery processes and agile methodologies.

Working knowledge of the Atlassian toolset.

Experience with JavaScript front-end frameworks and core front-end technologies.

Strong understanding of asynchronous programming concepts and associated design considerations.

Knowledge of database schema design and query languages.

Experience with source control and version management systems.

Understanding of deploying and configuring AWS components in environments with strict security requirements.

Awareness of identity, access management, and authentication mechanisms and related security tools.

This role will require you to be willing and eligible to undergo a high level of UK security clearance.If you’re interested in the above, apply or reach out toReasonable 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.

Greetings We are Hiring Java AWS developer Position in Leeds, UK: Permanent employmentSalary Expectation:Interested to work with my client as a Permanent Full time employment:Interested to work 3 days Onsite in Leeds, UK:Brief description on your experience as per JDDeveloperSkills 5-7 years of overall experience with the following skills and experience. Good communication and collaboration skills as key for working in DevOps culture. Growth mindset.Essential Skills Core AWS Services: Proficiency / understanding of key AWS services listed below:- S3- Athena- Glue- Lambda- DynamoDB- OpenSearch- CloudFormation- API Gateway- ECS- CloudWatchProgramming and Core Services Fluency in Kotlin/Java, NodeJS, TypeScript SQLDatabases Experience with SQL, and NoSQL databases such as DynamoDBSecurity strong understanding of security principles within the AWS environment, including RBAC and the principle of least privilege, storing credentials securely using Secrets Manager/KMS, and handling sensitive data such as email addresses and tokens securely.it is Java front end with AWSlook at the JD3days a week onsite is compulsary

IoT Systems Engineer

Permanent Futures Limited

Our clint are an innovative engineering business developing high-performance sensing solutions for extreme industrial environments. As the company expands its connected monitoring platforms, they re looking to hire an Industrial IoT Systems Engineer to support the deployment and operation of secure, scalable IoT systems.This is a hands-on role where you ll work closely with engineers and customers, helping bring real-world sensor data into cloud platforms and ensuring systems run reliably in live industrial environments. It s well suited to someone who enjoys practical problem-solving and taking ownership of deployments.IoT Systems Engineer - The Role & Responsibilities DevOps / IoT / Electronics / Software / IT / Systems Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer / Platform EngineerIn this role, you ll focus on deploying, integrating, and supporting IoT systems used for industrial monitoring. Key responsibilities include:

Building and maintaining Node-RED flows to ingest, process, and route IoT data

Supporting the connection and onboarding of IoT devices, including LoRaWAN gateways

Managing secure device-to-cloud data flows using HTTP, MQTT, APIs, and industrial protocols

Supporting cloud and on-prem environments using Linux, Docker, and basic networking/firewall rules

Assisting with system commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer deployments

Maintaining dashboards and workflows within the IoT platform

Producing clear documentation and runbooks to support scaling systems over time

IoT Systems Engineer - Skills & Experience - DevOps / IoT / Electronics / Software / IT / Systems Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer / Platform EngineerWe re looking for someone practical and technically capable, rather than a tick every box candidate. Ideally, you ll have experience with:

Node-RED and data flow development

IoT systems or connected devices in production environments

LoRaWAN devices or gateways (ChirpStack or similar is beneficial)

Linux-based systems and containerised environments (Docker)

Integrating data using MQTT / HTTP / JSON

Working with or exposure to industrial or operational technology environments

Nice to have, but not essential:

Industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC-UA)

Cloud platforms or basic network security configuration

Dashboarding or visualisation tools

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation to learn more about the role and the wider engineering roadmap.IoT Systems Engineer / DevOps / IoT / Electronics / Software / IT / Systems Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer / Platform Engineer / Cloud Engineer

Senior Backend Engineer

Leeds - Hybrid Salary: Up to £70k D.O.E + BenefitsFruition IT are working with a well-established tech-first business who are embarking on a complete technical transformation. This client is looking to bring in an experienced Senior Backend Engineer (Node) to work closely with Senior Leadership to structure and architect new products alongside improving current products.You will be responsible for working on backend services, focusing on platform engineering and building CI/CD pipelines. You will be developing in Node.js and Typescript, and will have a strong focus on AWS Services, such as EKS, Dynamo DB and S3.What will I be doing?

Own and evolve the backend architecture for a large-scale software platform.

Working across multiple teams to ensure alignment and scalability throughout the business.

Set technical direction and contribute to key design decisions across teams.

Lead by example, writing high-quality, maintainable code in Node.js and TypeScript.

Design and optimise CI/CD pipelines, improving automation, observability, and release processes.

Collaborate cross-functionally with product and platform teams to deliver robust services.

Mentor and coach engineers, helping to raise the overall bar for backend development.

Drive best practices in platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and API design.

Key requirements:

5+ years’ experience in backend or platform engineering roles, with recent experience at senior Level.

Deep hands-on expertise with Node.js and TypeScript in production environments.

Strong experience designing and deploying microservices and RESTful APIs.

Proven experience with AWS (EKS, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, Terraform).

Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps principles, and Infrastructure as Code.

Experience leading or influencing technical direction across multiple teams.

Familiarity with frontend technologies (React, TypeScript) beneficial but not essential.

If this role sounds of interest, please apply and someone will be in touch regarding the role.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Job Title: DevSecOps Engineer Location: Leeds, UK (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits packageWhy Apply?A rapidly growing technology-driven organisation is seeking a DevSecOps Engineer to strengthen security across cloud platforms and delivery pipelines. This role sits within a high-performing Platform Engineering function and blends security, DevOps and cloud engineering to embed security by design across modern, cloud-first environments.You’ll join a high-performing Platform Engineering team, working alongside cloud specialists, DevOps professionals, and software engineers to build secure, scalable platforms. This is an opportunity to be hands-on in architecture, engineering, and compliance, while leading the charge on modern, cloud-first security strategy.DevSecOps Engineer Responsibilities

Design, build and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines, embedding security controls and tooling throughout the software development lifecycle.

Integrate and manage security tooling for code analysis, dependency management, container security and vulnerability scanning.

Implement and maintain security controls across cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, with a security-first mindset.

Automate security testing processes, including SAST, DAST and IAST, enabling early detection and remediation of vulnerabilities.

Conduct and support regular automated security assessments, vulnerability scans and remediation planning.

Build and maintain monitoring, alerting and threat detection capabilities using SIEM and cloud-native monitoring platforms.

Collaborate closely with DevOps, engineering and information security teams to promote a strong DevSecOps culture and best practices.

Provide actionable security insights to reduce risk and strengthen platform resilience.

DevSecOps Engineer Requirements

Proven hands-on experience in DevSecOps or security-focused engineering roles within cloud environments.

Strong experience with CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI or similar.

Practical expertise using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.

Deep knowledge of securing AWS-based environments, container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native services.

Experience implementing and managing security tools including SAST, DAST, vulnerability scanners and container security tools.

Strong scripting and automation skills using Bash, Python or similar languages.

Experience with monitoring, logging and SIEM platforms such as ELK, Elastic Cloud or Datadog.

Solid understanding of secure coding principles, application security and compliance frameworks.

Financial services or fintech experience is beneficial but not essential.

You’ll Thrive If You Are:

Comfortable taking ownership and working autonomously in a high-accountability environment.

Eager to learn and keep up with the latest in security practices and technologies.

A confident communicator who can bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Passionate about secure-by-design principles and building secure systems from the ground up.

What’s in it for me?

Base Salary up to £70,000 (depending on experience)

5% company performance bonus

Value-based bonus of up to 10%

Hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the Leeds office

37 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays, with flexibility to work public holidays and take alternative days off.

Allocated company shares following successful completion of probation.

Opportunities for professional development and technical growth.

A collaborative, delivery-focused environment with scope to influence security strategy and mentor others.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Bradford, West Yorkshire (Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office)6 Month Contract - Inside IR35A strong contract opportunity has opened for an experienced Cloud Engineer to join a well-established organisation with a mature cloud estate. This is a hands-on delivery role, suited to someone who’s comfortable owning real infrastructure and contributing from day one.As a Cloud Engineer, you’ll be focused on building, operating, and improving AWS platforms in live production environments. You’ll work closely with the wider engineering function to deliver secure, reliable cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code, while supporting the organisation’s ongoing cloud maturity and operational capability.The Cloud Engineer role is firmly delivery-led rather than advisory. You’ll be documenting the current AWS estate to an operational level, contributing to upcoming AWS builds, and supporting the team with practical improvements around security, automation, and knowledge sharing. There’s also scope to input into training needs and help uplift cloud capability across the team, working in an Agile / DevOps model with a high degree of autonomy.Cloud Engineer - Key Skills & Experience:Strong hands-on AWS cloud engineering experience in production environmentsProven delivery of AWS infrastructure using Terraform and infrastructure-as-code practicesExposure to Azure within a multi-cloud AWS / Azure environmentExperience building secure-by-default AWS platforms, including IAM, networking, logging, and guardrailsStrong documentation habits and a collaborative approach to knowledge sharingExperience contributing directly to live cloud builds and operational improvementExperience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines for cloud infrastructureFamiliarity with cloud best-practice frameworks and design principlesExperience working in highly regulated envirionments would be preferredIf you’re a Cloud Engineer who enjoys hands-on delivery, improving live cloud platforms, and making a practical impact, apply today. The client is keen to move quickly.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.TPBN1_UKTJ

Full Stack Java Developer

Permanent Hybrid full Stack Java developer with SC clearance security clearance needed for a greenfield project Leeds, onsite 2-3 days paying £80,000 to £85,000 plus benefits. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of overall experience with the following skills and experience. Good communication and collaboration skills as key for working in DevOps culture with security clearance.Essential Skills: - Core AWS Services: Proficiency / understanding of key AWS services listed below: -S3- Athena- Glue- Lambda- DynamoDB- OpenSearch- CloudFormation- API Gateway- ECS- CloudWatch.Programming and Core Services, Fluency in Kotlin/Java, NodeJS, TypeScript, SQLDatabases Experience with SQL, and NoSQL databases such as DynamoDBSecurity strong understanding of security principles within the AWS environment, including RBAC and the principle of least privilege, storing credentials securely using Secrets Manager/KMS, and handling sensitive data such as email addresses and tokens securely.CI/CD Building and managing continuous integration and delivery pipelines is a key skill. Experience with Git and GitHub ActionsOther Skills Workflow Management Understanding of services like Amazon Step Functions to implement complex workflows Containers experience of working with Docker and ECS Monitoring and debugging familiarity with tools like Datadog Good understanding of DevOps / DevSecOps concepts Familiarity with Angular frameworkThis is an urgent role, and I have interview slots open for this week, please send your CV asap.

Software Engineer

Sanderson Government and Defence

Location: CheltenhamBusiness Unit: Central Government, Law Enforcement and National SecurityLevel: Mid-SeniorEmployment Type: PermanentClearance: Must hold active UK Security ClearanceAbout the OpportunityWe are partnering with a leading Engineering business seeking experienced Java Software Engineers to help deliver mission-critical capabilities that protect the UK’s security and prosperity. You will work at the intersection of advanced engineering and real-world problem-solving, developing cutting-edge products that counter evolving threats.Our teams work with leading technologies across AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE, and Platform Engineering, supporting customers across the National Security, Defence and Intelligence community. With long-term programmes secured, this is an opportunity to join a high-growth environment with genuine impact.What You’ll Be Doing

Designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable Java applications and microservices using Spring Boot.

Translating technical designs into clean, test-driven, production-ready code aligned with engineering best practices.

Building and maintaining RESTful APIs and integrating them with databases, messaging systems, and external services.

Supporting and evolving core architectural components, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability.

Collaborating with product, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver solutions aligned with user and business needs.

Participating in Agile ceremonies and contributing to technical strategy, continuous improvement, and innovation.

Key Skills & Experience

Strong commercial experience with Java and Spring Boot in enterprise or microservices environments.

Solid understanding of RESTful API design, service-oriented architectures, and integration patterns.

Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases and ORM frameworks such as JPA/Hibernate.

Proficiency with automated testing frameworks and Test-Driven Development (TDD).

Familiarity with Maven or Gradle and working across application, service, and data layers.

Strong documentation and design discipline, with a curiosity for emerging Java and backend technologies.

Why Join?You’ll be part of a trusted engineering organisation with over 60 years of heritage in sensors, communications, cyber, AI and ML. They solve complex challenges that make a tangible difference protecting people, platforms and missions, today and for the future.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.

Lead Platform Engineer

Lead Platform Engineer - GCP, DevOps, AIAfter the launch of its flagship product, a fast-growing scale-up is expanding its engineering capability and is looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to take ownership of its cloud platform and enable rapid, secure product delivery at scale.This is a key leadership role within a cloud-native environment, accountable for the reliability, scalability, and security of the Google Cloud Platform estate. You’ll lead a multi-disciplinary platform function across CI/CD, networking, security, AIOps, and observability, building a robust self-service platform that empowers engineering squads and supports an ambitious technology-led transformation.You’ll shape platform strategy, champion automation for a hugely exciting scale-up, playing an integral role in the development of future products.Location: Hybrid with two days per week in the office in Bradford and LeedsSalary: £85,000 to £95,000 + 15% Bonus + BenefitsTo be considered:

Proven experience leading high-performing Platform/DevOps teams, including hybrid/offshore or partner resource models.

Over 3 years of hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform.

Strong expertise in CI/CD design and build using GitHub, Terraform or similar.

Experience supporting microservices/API-driven architectures.

Comfortable working in fast-paced, product-led organisations with multiple stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Platform Engineering leader who enjoys building scalable cloud foundations, driving automation and engineering standards, and enabling teams to deliver securely and efficiently.

Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Leeds - 2x a week Salary: Up to £70k D.O.E + BenefitsFruition IT are working with a well-established tech-first business who are embarking on a complete technical transformation. This client is looking to bring in a Backend Staff Software Engineer to shape the architecture and technical direction of new projects alongside being deeply hands on.You will be responsible for working on Back End services, focusing on platform engineering and building CI/CD pipelines. You will be developing in Node.js and Typescript, and will have a strong focus on AWS Services, such as EKS, Dynamo DB and S3.What will I be doing?

Own and evolve the Back End architecture for a large-scale software platform.

Working across multiple teams to ensure alignment and scalability throughout the business.

Set technical direction and contribute to key design decisions across teams.

Lead by example, writing high-quality, maintainable code in Node.js and TypeScript.

Design and optimise CI/CD pipelines, improving automation, observability, and release processes.

Collaborate cross-functionally with product and platform teams to deliver robust services.

Mentor and coach engineers, helping to raise the overall bar for Back End development.

Drive best practices in platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and API design.

Key requirements:

5+ years’ experience in Back End or platform engineering roles, with recent experience at senior Level.

Deep hands-on expertise with Node.js and TypeScript in production environments.

Strong experience designing and deploying microservices and RESTful APIs.

Proven experience with AWS (EKS, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, Terraform).

Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps principles, and Infrastructure as Code.

Experience leading or influencing technical direction across multiple teams.

Familiarity with Front End technologies (React, TypeScript) beneficial but not essential.

Fullstack Developer £400pd (Inside IR35) 3 days p/w onsite (Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham) Government experience is essentialWere looking for an experienced Full-Stack Developer to join a long-term delivery programme. Youll work in an agile environment (Scrum with some Kanban) to support and enhance a Public Beta service, including contributing to third-line support when needed.Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and architects to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps practices.

Ensure high standards of code quality, security, and performance through best practices and automated testing.

Troubleshoot, optimise, and support existing systems.

Follow security, accessibility, and data protection standards.

Participate in agile ceremonies and work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Help design reusable components and contribute to technical strategy.

Support infrastructure issue resolution and provide occasional out-of-hours third-line support.

Share knowledge and promote good engineering practices within the wider community.

Technical Skills

Experience building cloud services with Java and Node.js.

Background in microservices and event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka).

Strong knowledge of AWS, Docker, and Terraform.

Experience with MongoDB, other NoSQL stores, and SQL databases.

Skilled in GitLab CI, TDD, and agile ways of working.

Java AWS Developer/Sr. Developer(SC Eligible)

Thrive IT Systems Ltd

We have one open position of Java AWS Developer/Sr. Developer with one of our client based at Leeds, UK. This is a Permanent/Fulltime position. Below is the job description for your reference. Please share your application once you are interested.Role: Java AWS Developer/Senior Developer(SC Eligible)Mode: Fulltime/PermanentLocation: Leeds, UKHybrid, 3 Days work from officeJob Description:Senior developer with the following skills and experience. Strong communication and collaboration skills key for working in DevOps culture with ability to guide team members, when needed. Growth mindset.Essential SkillsCore AWS ServicesProficiency/understanding of key AWS services listed below:-

Programming and Core Services

Fluency in Kotlin/Java, NodeJS, TypeScript SQL

Databases Experience with SQL, and NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB

Security - strong understanding of security principles within the AWS environment, including RBAC and the principle of least privilege, storing credentials securely using Secrets Manager/KMS, and handling sensitive data such as email addresses and tokens securely.

CI/CD - Building and managing continuous integration and delivery pipelines is a key skill. Experience with Git and GitHub Actions Workflow Management - Understanding of services like Amazon Step Functions to implement complex workflows - Desirable Containers - experience of working with Docker and ECS Good understanding of DevOps/DevSecOps concepts

Understanding of services like Amazon Step Functions to implement complex workflows Containers - experience of working with Docker and ECS Monitoring and debugging - familiarity with tools like Datadog Good understanding of DevOps/DevSecOps concepts Familiarity with Angular framework

Staff Software Engineer

Staff Software Engineer - Backend Leeds - 2x a week Salary: Up to £85k D.O.E + BenefitsFruition IT are working with a well-established tech-first business who are embarking on a complete technical transformation. This client is looking to bring in a Backend Staff Software Engineer to shape the architecture and technical direction of new projects alongside being deeply hands on.You will be responsible for working on Back End services, focusing on platform engineering and building CI/CD pipelines. You will be developing in Node.js and Typescript, and will have a strong focus on AWS Services, such as EKS, Dynamo DB and S3.What will I be doing?

Own and evolve the Back End architecture for a large-scale software platform.

Working across multiple teams to ensure alignment and scalability throughout the business.

Set technical direction and contribute to key design decisions across teams.

Lead by example, writing high-quality, maintainable code in Node.js and TypeScript.

Design and optimise CI/CD pipelines, improving automation, observability, and release processes.

Collaborate cross-functionally with product and platform teams to deliver robust services.

Mentor and coach engineers, helping to raise the overall bar for Back End development.

Drive best practices in platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and API design.

Key requirements:

7+ years’ experience in Back End or platform engineering roles, with recent experience at senior/staff level.

Deep hands-on expertise with Node.js and TypeScript in production environments.

Strong experience designing and deploying microservices and RESTful APIs.

Proven experience with AWS (EKS, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, Terraform).

Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps principles, and Infrastructure as Code.

Experience leading or influencing technical direction across multiple teams.

Familiarity with Front End technologies (React, TypeScript) beneficial but not essential.

Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Infrastructure EngineerJob Type: PermanentPay: Range between £40,000 - £75,000 per annum (Experience dependant)Benefits Summary: 25 Days holiday (+Bank Holidays), Company EV Car Scheme, AXA HealthCare, Company Pension Scheme, Training Package/BudgetLocation: Cheltenham or Gloucester (5 days on site)Security Clearance: None required to start (you MUST be eligible and willing to go through eDV clearance)About the client:Our client is a dynamic technology consultancy specialising in delivering advanced data and engineering solutions. They operate at the forefront of digital transformation, providing critical infrastructure and software expertise to high-profile sectors. Focusing on delivering high-fidelity synthetic environments, robust software assurance, and complex cloud migrations, often bridging the gap between legacy systems and modern digital architectures - all across various classified environments.Key Responsibilities:

Planning, design, and implementation of physical and virtual IT infrastructure solutions.

Ensuring timely delivery of solutions that are aligned to customer requirements.

Providing ongoing maintenance and support for deployed IT infrastructure.

Timely troubleshooting and resolution of reported IT Infrastructure issues.

Conducting regular system health monitoring, backups, patching, and upgrades.

Creating, developing, and maintaining comprehensive documentation for all supported infrastructure.

Developing scripts and automation tools to increase the efficiency of system administration tasks.

Key Tech stack (MUST haves):

Networking technologies and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP etc)

Scripting/IaC tools (Ansible/AWX, Python, PowerShell, BASH)

System Administration (Microsoft, Linux)

Key Skills:Cisco, Juniper, HP, Dell, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VMware, Hyper-V, Ansible, Python, PowerShell, BASH, Microsoft, Linux, NetBackup, Veeam, Gitlab, BitBucket, NSD.How to apply:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via . For further information please call me: +44 7441 342136. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

We believe in better. And we make it happen.Better content. Better products. And better careers.Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.And we do it all right here at Sky.As the DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure and processes that enable continuous integration, delivery, and deployment of software applications. This position will also involve collaborating with development and operations teams to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of the production environment. The position may involve being available for on-call duties as part of a scheduled roster.What you’ll do

Lead and manage a team of DevOps engineers responsible for the development , deployment, and maintenance of infrastructure and automation systems

Oversee the design, implementation , and optimization of DevOps products and workflows

Collaborate with cross- functional teams, including product management, operations , video engineering, and monitoring, to ensure seamless delivery of infrastructure services

Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure delivery issues , ensuring high availability , quality of service

Implement and manage cost optimization strategies to ensure efficient use of resources and budget control

Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies , incorporating them into the team’s projects as appropriate

Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members , fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

Manage team WIP limits , roadmaps, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery of multiple projects

What you’ll bring

Experience working on multiple projects as part of a cross- functional team

Working with architecture teams to design scalable , fault- tolerant , and cost- efficient solutions

Passion for researching and implementing new technologies

Experience with mentoring/knowledge-sharing

Proven experience in coding with a programming/scripting language (e.g. Java, Golang , Javascript , Python, Bash)

Proven experience in IAC frameworks (e.g. Terraform , Ansible , Pulumi )

Proven experience in using LINUX/UNIX

Proven experience in using the GitOps approach and related tools (e.g. ArgoCD , FluxCD )

Proven experience in working with DB (RDBMS or NoSQL )

Proven experience in a containerized environment (k8s, docker ) and tools ( kubectl , Helm, kustomize , docker -compose)

Proven experience in networking and security standards, protocols and best practices

Proven experience in logging systems (e.g. ELK stack )

Proven experience in monitoring systems (e.g. Prometheus )

Proven experience in tracing systems (e.g. OpenTelemetry , Jaeger)

Experience in performance optimization and resource management

Relevant certifications (AWS, Google)

Understanding of Agile methodologies

Ability to diagnose and resolve service- affecting issues in a Broadcast/ Livestream environment

Pro- active attitude

Team overviewAs a DevOps team within a prestigious broadcasting organization, we work closely with architecture, support , playout , distribution teams, and creative collaborators to bring innovative solutions to life. Our primary goal is to deliver end-to-end systems that meet the unique needs of our customers, starting from the initial concept and design phase all the way through to the deployment of a fully operational, polished product.We pride ourselves on being a small but highly efficient and well-structured team, with clearly defined roles that leverage each member’s strengths to ensure seamless project execution. Our collaborative approach and strong communication channels enable us to adapt to dynamic requirements, maintain high-quality standards, and consistently deliver impactful solutions that enhance broadcasting workflows and audience engagementContent technology and innovationOur Content Technology and Innovation team delivers high-quality content to homes, customer devices, businesses and commercial partners across our European markets. With over 2500 colleagues from around the world, we combine our strategic insights, engineering know-how and operational excellence to use the most innovative technologies to create and distribute our award-winning content!The rewardsThere’s one thing people can’t stop talking about when it comes to : the perks . Here’s a taster:

Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place

The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate

A generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Inclusion & how you’ll workRecognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.Your office spaceOsterleyOur Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.We’d love to hear from youInventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It’s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. We embrace each other’s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.If you believe in better, we’ll back you all the way.Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

Software Engineer III - Backend

Senior Software Engineer - Backend Leeds - 2x a week Salary: Up to £70k D.O.E + BenefitsFruition IT are working with a well-established tech-first business who are embarking on a complete technical transformation. This client is looking to bring in a Backend Staff Software Engineer to shape the architecture and technical direction of new projects alongside being deeply hands on.You will be responsible for working on Back End services, focusing on platform engineering and building CI/CD pipelines. You will be developing in Node.js and Typescript, and will have a strong focus on AWS Services, such as EKS, Dynamo DB and S3.What will I be doing?

Own and evolve the Back End architecture for a large-scale software platform.

Working across multiple teams to ensure alignment and scalability throughout the business.

Set technical direction and contribute to key design decisions across teams.

Lead by example, writing high-quality, maintainable code in Node.js and TypeScript.

Design and optimise CI/CD pipelines, improving automation, observability, and release processes.

Collaborate cross-functionally with product and platform teams to deliver robust services.

Mentor and coach engineers, helping to raise the overall bar for Back End development.

Drive best practices in platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and API design.

Key requirements:

5+ years’ experience in Back End or platform engineering roles, with recent experience at senior Level.

Deep hands-on expertise with Node.js and TypeScript in production environments.

Strong experience designing and deploying microservices and RESTful APIs.

Proven experience with AWS (EKS, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, Terraform).

Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps principles, and Infrastructure as Code.

Experience leading or influencing technical direction across multiple teams.

Familiarity with Front End technologies (React, TypeScript) beneficial but not essential.

Senior Platform Engineer

*Senior Platform Engineer*?? Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire (Hybrid 2 days per week)?? Employment Type: 23 Month FTC?? Status: Actively Hiring?? Salary: £55,000-£62,000 + Excellent BenefitsWRK digital is excited to be partnering exclusively with a high-profile, UK-leading organisation, currently shortlisting for a Senior Platform Engineer on a permanent basis.This role sits at the heart of a cloud-first data strategy, helping to build scalable, secure, and high-quality data platforms that support critical, real-world decision-making.Join Data Services, where youll play a key role in designing, automating, and maintaining an Azure-based data platform, unlocking the value of data for strategic decision-making across the organisation.Key Criteria

Proven experience in platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, or DevOps roles within complex, data-centric environments.

Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure data services and automation tools (Terraform, GitHub Actions, Python, PowerShell, Bash).

Strong background in developing CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.

Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

Commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please DM, comment below, or apply via the job ad in the comments for immediate consideration.Unfortunately this role does not offer sponsorship at this time.*Senior Platform Engineer*

£45,000/day - £70,000/day

Job title: Azure Cloud Engineer Location Leeds/Hybrid Salary: £50-70k p.a. (Commensurate with experience) Our client is a UK and Australia based Maximo/EAM consultancy who passionately believe in finding and delivering to what organisations really need, empowering them with practical, scalable and future friendly outcomes. Their mission is to transform EAM and adjacent technology landscapes through clarity, capability, and continuous improvement. Role Overview Our client is looking for a talented and experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to design, build, secure, and operate modern cloud platforms across enterprise customer environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on cloud specialist who combines deep Azure expertise with strong security awareness, modern automation practices, and the ability to deliver scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient cloud solutions. You will work across diverse transformation projects, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our cloud engineering capability. Key Responsibilities * Design, build, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure aligned with best practices for performance, resilience, operational excellence, and cost optimisation. * Implement and maintain secure cloud environments following industry and organisational security standards. * Deliver advanced Azure network architectures, including VNETs, routing, firewalls, private endpoints, VPN/ExpressRoute, and hybrid connectivity models. * Support deployment and runtime operations of containerisation platforms such as Red Hat OpenShift, AKS, or Kubernetes-based systems. * Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and automated configuration management solutions. * Troubleshoot complex cloud, network, and platform issues across production and non-production environments. * Participate in governance, observability, cost optimisation, and FinOps initiatives. * Collaborate closely with architects, developers, security teams, and operations teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable cloud solutions. Essential Skills & Experience * 5+ years experience as a Cloud Engineer, Cloud Platform Engineer, or similar role. * Microsoft Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305 or equivalent) – mandatory. * Strong hands-on experience across core Azure services (Compute, Storage, Networking, IAM, Monitoring, Security). * Practical experience with AWS (basic to intermediate level). * Solid experience with container platforms such as OpenShift, AKS, or Kubernetes. * Excellent understanding of cloud security concepts including identity, encryption, segmentation, RBAC, zero trust, firewalling, and logging. * Strong background in cloud network design (VNETs, subnets, load balancing, DNS, private link, hybrid connectivity). * Familiarity with DevOps and IaC practices using Terraform, ARM/Bicep, GitOps, and version control systems. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities. Desirable Skills (Bonus) * Scripting or automation experience with PowerShell, Bash, or Python. * Experience with CI/CD tooling such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar. * Awareness of security frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks, NIST, or ISO 27001. * Experience with cloud cost management principles (FinOps). * Bonus: Knowledge of IBM Maximo, Maximo Application Suite (MAS), or integrations within the broader EAM ecosystem. What’s on offer * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Continuous learning with training support and professional certification pathways. * Opportunities to work on high-impact cloud engineering and digital transformation initiatives. * A supportive, collaborative, and innovative technical environment where your ideas and expertise truly matter. Industry * Information Technology & Services

Senior IAM Developer (One Identity)

We believe in better. And we make it happen.Better content. Better products. And better careers.Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.And we do it all right here at Sky.As a key member of the Enterprise Technology Identity and Access Management team, you will help set the direction of Sky’s Identity and Access Management (IAM) roadmap and strategy as we expand the platform (One Identity) to different business areas within Sky Group. You will be an authentication and access management specialist who will be comfortable developing, implementing, and maintaining secure and efficient IAM systems for our internal stakeholders.What You’ll Do

Design, develop, and implement IAM solutions using One Identity Manager, including custom scripts and connectors for identity sources like Active Directory, LDAP, and HR systems.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure IAM solutions meet business needs, security standards, and regulatory compliance, while maintaining change control throughout the development lifecycle.

Conduct regular audits and assessments of the IAM stack to identify and resolve security gaps, and provide evidence to auditors as required.

Stay current with emerging technologies and security frameworks (e.g., NIST, NCSC), proactively recommending upgrades and improvements to senior stakeholders.

Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members, supporting best practices in authentication, access control, and identity lifecycle management.

Develop and deliver technical documentation and training materials to support platform adoption across Sky Group.

What You’ll Bring

Extensive hands-on experience with One Identity Manager and other Identity Governance tools, with strong knowledge of IAM protocols (LDAP, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect).

Proficiency in cross-platform scripting (e.g., T-SQL, PowerShell, Bash) and integration with on-premise/cloud directory services (Azure AD, GSuite, LDAP).

Deep understanding of legacy and modern authentication protocols, access controls, and identity lifecycle management.

Strong security awareness and familiarity with standards such as ISO27001, NIST, and CIS, with experience conducting audits and implementing controls.

Solid grasp of Web APIs including SOAP, REST, and GraphQL, and their role in IAM integrations.

Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work autonomously on complex projects.

Team overviewCyber SecurityOur products, platforms and technologies are constantly evolving that’s why keeping Sky safe from cyber-attacks is one of our top priorities. Our Cyber Security team helps the business grow while protecting our customers, colleagues and partners from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Our team includes Cyber Fusion Centre, Security Services, Risk and Compliance, Programme Delivery and Business Security, and we work across the UK, Italy and Germany. Join us and you’ll get involved in tackling challenges and future threats in an ever-changing cyber landscape.The rewardsThere’s one thing people can’t stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here’s a taster:

Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place

The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate

A generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Inclusion & how you’ll workWe are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.Your office spaceOsterley, LondonOur Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.or Brick Lane, LondonBrick Lane is in the heart of the East End of London. It’s part of a vibrant and diverse community; close to street food, cafes and shops. The closest tube station is Aldgate East and Liverpool Street is about a 10 minute walk.We’d love to hear from youInventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It’s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. We embrace each other’s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.If you believe in better, we’ll back you all the way.Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

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