Principal Software Engineer - Data Visualisation / Dashboard Development Edinburgh, UK | Fully Remote (UK-based)

Engineering | Cyber Security

£95,000 & Benefits

Ever wanted your dashboards to actually defend the internet?

This role does exactly that.

Im recruiting on behalf of a high-growth cyber security technology company that protects some of the worlds most critical online services from large-scale DDoS and application attacks. Their software sits right at the heart of customer networks- and when it works (which it must), entire businesses stay online. Theyre now expanding their world-class engineering team and are looking for a Principal-level expert to lead the charge on network and security analytics.

The Opportunity This is not a keep-the-lights-on role. Youll own and lead the design and development of sophisticated, high-performance dashboards used to visualise real-time network and security data. Youll set technical direction, mentor engineers, and build analytics that help customers instantly understand and stop complex cyber attacks. Youll be trusted to work from first principles , influence architecture, and make decisions that genuinely matter. What Youll Be Doing Leading a small, highly skilled team focused on network & security analytics

Designing and building advanced Grafana dashboards running in Kubernetes

Turning complex data into clear, insightful visualisations

Developing and reviewing complex queries (Grafana, Splunk, Python)

Mentoring engineers and shaping technical best practice

Balancing hands-on development with technical leadership and ownership

What Were Looking For Essential Strong experience building dashboards and analytics in Python and ideally Grafana

Proven background leading engineers in an agile environment

Solid understanding of Linux and AWS

Excellent communication skills you can explain complex ideas simply

A strong technical degree (Computer Science, Maths, Statistics, Engineering, or similar)

Nice to Have Knowledge of networking protocols and how the internet actually works

Experience with Splunk & SPL

SQL or similar data manipulation skills

Exposure to network security products

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Data Science or Machine Learning experience

Location & Flexibility Edinburgh-based engineers : hybrid working (typically 2 days in office)

Fully remote options available for the right candidate

Cutting-edge tech, complex data, and meaningful problems

A culture that values ownership, curiosity, and smart engineering

If youre a senior/principal engineer who loves data, networks, and building things that actually matter this ones worth a conversation.

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity in our industry,

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Description

2nd Line Infrastructure Engineer

Are you an Infrastructure Engineer interested in new technology and trends with a strong track record in Infrastructure Support and Deployment? Would you like to be part of a growing Operational Support team?

Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people and our community. Our mission and our values guide the way we do business. The foundation of our Leidos culture is our Values, Beliefs and Expectations by which we select, recognise and reward employees. They create the environment that drives us toward our mission.

Passionate about customer success by being determined to understand and respond to our customers’ needs as if they were our own.

United as a team, we are bound together by our conviction that ethics and integrity is core to how we operate.

Leidos is a global science and technology solutions leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defence, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company’s 33,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Candidate must be eligible to undergo security clearance (DV).

What will you be doing?

The preferred candidate will demonstrate effective application of Infrastructure and extensive knowledge across a variety of technologies such as Linux (Ubuntu / CentOS), Microsoft Windows Server (including services such as AD, DNS, DHCP) and virtualisation (Hyper-V), Microsoft Stack Technologies (Sharepoint, SQL Server, Skype for Business / Teams), networking technologies and storage.

The role will provide technical exposure variance across both outcomes based project activities and operational (Business as Usual) support activities. The duties of the role will also include providing remote and on-site support. There is also a requirement to provide out of hours on call support.

You will be expected to contribute towards the creation and ongoing maintenance of technical documentation and provide material to support the project work or the operational support service.

Who do we need?

We are looking for someone with a passion for infrastructure, ideally from an operational support services background. You will be self-motivated and be able to work autonomously to achieve day to day objectives with significant results on project or operational deliverables, whilst also owning a variety of activities ensuring compliance with project milestones and customer KPI’s and SLA’s. You must be an effective communicator, comfortable directly engaging with customers and colleagues. You must also demonstrate an analytical and systematic approach to technical challenges.

Ideally, you will:

• Have excellent knowledge of Virtualized Environments such as VMware and Hyper-V;
• Have excellent knowledge of Windows Server Environments, from Server 2003 – 2019, including OS build, AD, DNS, DHCP and GPO from design to implementation and support;
• Have strong Linus system administration skills (Ubuntu / CentOS);
• Have good general knowledge of TCP/IP and networking technologies including load balancing and firewalls;
• Have good general knowledge of Microsoft stack technologies such as SharePoint, Skype for Business / Teams, MS SQL, MS System Centre, Office365, MS Exchange & CLI tooling such as PowerShell;
• Have good general knowledge of SAN storage technologies;
• Have excellent analysis and problem solving skills, taking ownership of complex incidents ensuring these are resolved to the satisfaction of the customer;
• Possess excellent communication skills;
• Have experience of producing and updating technical documentation to a high standard;

WHAT DO WE DO FOR YOU?

At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)

•  Dynamic Working

•  Relocation packages available

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change.

Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future.

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

£34,800.00-£43,500.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Salary: £27,732 OTE (£22,932 basic plus £4,800 shift allowance)
Location: Capgemini Inverness or Nairn (Hybrid)
Hours: 24x7 (Days, Nights, Weekends)

Manpower has a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to become a Cloud Operations Engineer, working with our client, Capgemini.
In this role, you will provide 24x7 infrastructure support to high-profile public and private sector clients. This is a hands-on operations role where you will act as the first line of response, ensuring service availability, security compliance and rapid incident resolution across complex enterprise environments.

What you’ll do

• Monitor and support enterprise infrastructure systems in a 24x7 operations environment
• Act as first-line response for incidents, events, and alerts, resolving or escalating in line with SLAs
• Perform incident, problem, and change management using ITSM tools (ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, Opsview)
• Deliver end-to-end server patching, including change creation, deployment, and reboots
• Monitor backups and ensure data recovery and compliance standards are met
• Conduct health checks and proactive monitoring to prevent service outages
• Collaborate with L2/L3 engineers on business-critical incidents
• Support automation, service improvement, and transformation initiatives
• Follow documented SOPs and maintain accurate operational documentation

Technologies You’ll Work With

• Windows Server & Linux
• Azure & AWS
• VMware vSphere & Microsoft Hyper-V
• Automation & reporting tools (BigFix, Power BI)
• Veritas NetBackup
• Enterprise monitoring and ITSM platforms

What you’ll bring

• Experience or strong interest in IT infrastructure or cloud operations
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in a 24x7 environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Methodical approach to SOPs and incident handling
• Passion for continuous learning and technology

This role requires SC and NPPV3 security clearance, fully sponsored by Capgemini.
To be eligible for SC clearance, you must have resided in the UK continuously for the past 5 years. Some roles may require sole UK nationality.

Job Title: Embedded Engineer

Location: Wigan

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Embedded Engineer to join their growing team in Wigan. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an innovative, technology-driven environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge embedded and IoT solutions.

This is a primarily office based role offering a salary of up to £50,000, alongside ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain embedded software systems.

Develop and maintain software using languages including C++ and Python

Implement and manage IoT communication protocols such as Zigbee and MQTT.

Work with platforms such as Raspberry Pi and similar embedded systems.

Apply networking knowledge including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and utilise network monitoring tools.

Work across operating systems including Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows, with exposure to OS kernel development where applicable.

Work on FPGA development using VHDL/Verilog and contribute to ARM-based platform development.

Use development tools such as Visual Studio and Eclipse, and contribute to CI/CD processes using tools such as Jenkins.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience in software development across multiple programming languages.

Strong understanding of embedded systems programming.

Knowledge of ARM architecture.

Solid understanding of networking fundamentals.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

Desirable Skills

Experience with IoT hardware platforms.

Experience with OS kernel development.

Experience with FPGA development (VHDL/Verilog).

Professional certifications in relevant technologies

What We Offer

Competitive salary of up to £50,000

Primarily office-based role in Wigan

Supportive and innovative working environment

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Opportunity to work on exciting and forward-thinking technology projects

If you are passionate about embedded systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.

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Main Purpose:

Maximo Operations Technicians are client facing professionals responsible for the provision of excellent customer service and reliable Root Cause Analysis techniques to identify the causes of incidents and problems regarding system configurations, customised applications, reports, data and hardware.

Specific Responsibilities:

• To respond to Clients requests for support in a timely and professional manner adhering to client SLAs.
• To ensure that all work completed as part of a response to a request for support is recorded accurately in tickets and in timesheet entries.
• To employ effective Root Cause Analysis techniques when troubleshooting incidents, bugs or problems reported by clients.
• To be polite, courteous and diligent when communicating with clients over the telephone or by e-mail.
• To ensure that requests for support are responded to in accordance with client SLAs and clients are kept up to date with the progress of their request
• To escalate requests for support to Senior Technician colleagues as and when necessary.
• To ensure that solutions are thoroughly tested and documented prior to being released to client environments
• Manage client environments ensuring they are kept up to date following releases
• Manage the change and release process, produce associated documentation and lead/participate in deployment outages
• To liaise effectively with Support and Delivery team colleagues.
• To be competent and confident in the use and support of the systems being used by the clients to which you are assigned.
• Analysis and tuning of Maximo SQL queries to ensure client systems run smoothly
• To assist colleagues as and when required.
• To participate in Naviams Out of Hours on-call support rota.
• To attend training sessions as and when necessary.
• Any other activities that the Service Desk Manager may deem necessary.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will be an analytical problem solver, with experience in IT Support in similar organisations. The individual should be able to demonstrate:

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

• Minimum 2:1 grade in a Computer Science/Software Development (or equivalent) degree.
• 2 years experience in a similar role
• Experience of establishing good customer focused relationships.
• Competent SQL skills.
• Good administrative/organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal (fluent in English).
• IT literate with an underlying knowledge of multiple operating systems and VMWare etc.
• Honest, reliable and must maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Well organised, self-motivated and able to work unsupervised as an individual or as a team member.
• Methodical approach to work with the ability to deliver under pressure and achieve deadlines.
• Present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Develop working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Presentable, professional, courteous, polite and extremely customer focused.
• Excellent timekeeping and able to work extra hours when required.
• Willingness to continue personal development and training.
• Must be able to visit different locations across the UK as required.
• Home based

Skills & Personal Qualities Desired:

• Technical / Functional knowledge of Maximo MAS and / or earlier versions
• Certified Java Programming Technologies.
• Certified SQL & DBA skills.
• IBM Certified Deployment Professional in Maximo
• Development Lifecycles (e.g. V-Lifecycle, ITIL3 etc).
• Experience with BIRT reporting tool
• Application server experience (WebSphere/Weblogic)
• Enterprise database systems such as MSSQL, Oracle and DB2
• Enterprise OS such as Windows Server and Linux
• Hardware virtualisation and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
• Enterprise system architecture and network design patterns
• Modern object orientated languages, particularly Java
• Scripting languages, particularly Python

Who are Naviam?

Naviam was founded to help businesses maximize the benefits of their software solutions over the lifecycle of their physical assets.

Today, Naviam is a leading IBM MaximoEnterprise Asset Managementpartner for asset intensive organizations worldwide. As one of the few Maximo partners providing Enterprise Asset Management(EAM) and Asset PerformanceManagement(APM) expertise across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, we combine a local presence with global expertise to deliver tailored asset management solutions and trusted partnerships wherever you are on your maintenance journey. Our leadingNaviam Cloudplatform brings together best of breed solutions to future proof your modern business. We continue to grow our global footprint and were excited that youre interested in joining us!

Location: Cheltenham/Remote

Job Type: Permanent

Clearance: SC/DV

Are you an offensive security specialist who is excited about delivering the best service possible? Keen to work in a business where you stand to work alongside some very talented testers?

CND are working with a boutique Cyber Security consultancy who are focused on the Penetration Testing market. What makes them stand out? They are not interested in flashy marketing and would never be caught trying to pass off a Nessus scan as a Penetration Test. The business has been built on delivering excellent testing and reports as well as ensuring that clients see the real benefits of their testing outputs. The company have an office in Cheltenham however you are welcome to work where is best for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Work to deliver CHECK penetration testing services
• Lean into non-CHECK work where necessary
• Work with the sales team to flesh out technical input as needed
• Deliver quality reports to customers
• Stay up to date with industry trends and new attack methods
• Take a broad approach to testing, working on INF, APP, Mobile, AD, or Cloud tests

Essential Skills

• Currently holds a CHECK equivalency certification
• Eligibility to hold or currently hold clearance
• Experience working with Linux and Windows OS
• Strong understanding of working with common tooling for penetration testing
• Ideally, a knowledge of Cloud services such as Azure or AWS.
• Capability to script or code in Bash, Python etc
• Appreciation for Cyber Security standards such as ISO27001, PCI-DSS or CIS

This is a role with a growing, exciting organisation who can offer you a strong degree of progression and the ability to undertake testing work with incredibly interesting clients.

Job Title: Contract Software Engineer - C++ Location: Cambridge Rate: We know rate transparency matters. While we can’t list a figure on this advert, we are more than happy to disclose immediately upon application Employment Type: Contract - 6 Month Contract Working Arrangements: Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 from home) A contract opportunity for an experienced C++ Software Engineer to join a high‑performance engineering team in Cambridge, working on motor control, embedded systems, and cross‑platform development across Windows and Linux. This is an initial 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension. You will develop and enhance software that drives complex motor‑control systems used in advanced engineering environments. The work involves low‑level control, real‑time performance, and robust cross‑platform implementation. Collaboration with electronics, firmware, and systems engineers is central to the role. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications for motor‑control systems - Implement and optimise algorithms for real‑time motor control - Develop software for Windows and Linux environments - Integrate software with motor drivers and controllers - Debug, test, and validate system behaviour using lab equipment and simulation tools - Contribute to architecture decisions, code reviews, and continuous improvement Essential Skills and Experience - Strong commercial experience in modern C++ (C++14/17) - Proven background in motor control, motion systems, or embedded control loops - Confident working across Windows and Linux platforms - Experience with hardware interaction, device drivers, or real‑time systems - Solid understanding of multithreading, performance optimisation, and low‑level debugging - Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced R&D environment This contract does not accept candidates operating through a Personal Service Company (PSC). Therefore, you will be required to work through an Umbrella company. For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)

Embedded Software Engineer | 6-Month Contract (Outside IR35) | Cambridge Location: Cambridge, UK Contract Type: 6 months (Outside IR35) Rate: Competitive (DOE) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required About the Role We are working with a leading UK defence and security technology consultancy, engaged in developing cutting-edge solutions that protect the UK from emerging technological and cyber threats. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers to design, develop, test, and deliver prototype solutions. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where your work will have real-world impact. Responsibilities: Develop embedded software for high-tech systems, primarily in C (Linux environment) Collaborate with teams on design, prototyping, and full product lifecycle development Debug and optimise software and hardware interfaces Contribute to technical problem-solving and innovative solutionsRequired Experience: 3+ years of embedded software development experience Strong C programming skills (Linux) Experience in full lifecycle software development Relevant technical degree Eligibility for UK SC Clearance (essential)Desirable Experience: Bare metal / RTOS development on ARM Additional programming languages: C++, C#, MATLAB Embedded software debugging and electronics development Scripting for testing or signal processing (Python, MATLAB) Experience in defence or high-tech industries is beneficial but not essentialApply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting 6-month opportunity

Job Title: Contract Software Engineer - C++
Location: Cambridge
Rate: We know rate transparency matters. While we can t list a figure on this advert, we are more than happy to disclose immediately upon application
Employment Type: Contract - 6 Month Contract
Working Arrangements: Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 from home)

A contract opportunity for an experienced C++ Software Engineer to join a high performance engineering team in Cambridge, working on motor control, embedded systems, and cross platform development across Windows and Linux. This is an initial 6 month contract with strong potential for extension.

You will develop and enhance software that drives complex motor control systems used in advanced engineering environments. The work involves low level control, real time performance, and robust cross platform implementation. Collaboration with electronics, firmware, and systems engineers is central to the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications for motor control systems
• Implement and optimise algorithms for real time motor control
• Develop software for Windows and Linux environments
• Integrate software with motor drivers and controllers
• Debug, test, and validate system behaviour using lab equipment and simulation tools
• Contribute to architecture decisions, code reviews, and continuous improvement

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strong commercial experience in modern C++ (C+/17)
• Proven background in motor control, motion systems, or embedded control loops
• Confident working across Windows and Linux platforms
• Experience with hardware interaction, device drivers, or real time systems
• Solid understanding of multithreading, performance optimisation, and low level debugging
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced R&D environment

This contract does not accept candidates operating through a Personal Service Company (PSC). Therefore, you will be required to work through an Umbrella company.

For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.
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Infrastructure Cloud Architect (Azure TOGAF Enterprise Architecture)

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with strong enterprise architecture expertise, ideally TOGAF certified and deep hands-on Azure cloud experience. This role will lead the design, governance, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions across infrastructure, applications, security, and DevOps.

You will play a key role in shaping cloud strategy, modernising legacy platforms, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and govern cloud architecture strategy aligned to TOGAF principles
• Design and implement Azure-based solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
• Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives
• Architect secure enterprise solutions aligned with ISO27001 and Azure Security Benchmark
• Provide technical leadership across infrastructure, applications, networking, and DevOps
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
• Ensure DevSecOps best practices using Azure DevOps
• Support hybrid infrastructure (on-prem & cloud integration)
• Collaborate with security, networking, and development teams to deliver resilient solutions

Required Technical Expertise

Cloud Platforms

• Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Microsoft 365 (M365)
• Azure DevOps
• Cloud Security & Governance

Applications & Platforms

• .NET Framework / .NET Core
• Microsoft Dynamics
• SQL Server
• SSRS
• M365 Apps
• Exchange
• SharePoint
• IIS
• Apache

Security

• OWASP
• Firewalls
• ISO27001
• Azure Security Benchmark
• Microsoft Defender
• zScaler
• CASB technologies

Networking

• Enterprise switching & routing
• MPLS
• ExpressRoute
• Azure Front Door
• Routing protocols
• Firewalls

Infrastructure

• VMware
• Windows Server ()
• Linux Server environments

Development & Delivery

• SDLC best practices
• Azure DevOps
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)

Competitive Salary Newtown, Wales Hybrid

A leading industrial automation company is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop real-time embedded software for production products. You ll work end-to-end, from concept to deployment, with real ownership and technical autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded C/C++ software for real-time systems and Embedded Linux
• Design and review software and system requirements
• Contribute to architecture, planning, and occasional technical project leadership
• Perform automated and manual software testing
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct code reviews

Essential Skills & Experience

• BSc or higher in Engineering or related discipline
• Strong C++ experience in real-time and Linux environments
• Experience with communication stacks (TCP/IP, EtherCAT)
• Embedded development on ARM microcontrollers (e.g. NXP, Renesas)

Desirable

• Experience with Python, C#, .NET, or C
• Background in industrial automation, drive systems, or automotive
• Exposure to safety-critical or high-reliability systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid & flexible working
• EV car scheme
• 25 days holiday (increasing annually) + buy/sell
• Relocation and visa sponsorship available (case by case)

Apply now to join a growing automation business delivering real-world embedded software solutions.

Java Software Engineer - Defence, Cyber & Intelligence Full-Time eDV Clearance Required

We are seeking Software Engineers at all levels to join a leading aerospace and defence organisation, delivering mission-critical software for high-impact programmes in the Defence, Cyber, and Intelligence sectors.

You’ll work on cutting-edge DevSecOps systems and applications, supporting secure digital infrastructures across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying flexible working arrangements and excellent development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Software design, development, and debugging on secure systems
• Creating and maintaining test frameworks (e.g., JUnit 5)
• Developing in Linux environments with modern languages (Java, Python)
• Working with Agile/SCRUM practices and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab)
• Contributing across the software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment

Tech Stack Includes:

Java, Python, Linux, Git, JUnit, GitLab CI/CD, Oracle, MongoDB, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Apache NiFi, Elasticsearch, Kibana, AWS, Hibernate, Atlassian Suite

PLEASE NOTE: eDV clearance is required to start. The process can take 6 - 18 months.

For more information on this role, please contact Daiane on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)

Candidates currently working as a Program Manager, Programme Manager, or Project Manager from Defence, Aerospace, Nuclear, or Government bodies are ideal for this role. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Electronics, Energy, Engineering, Manufacturing, Renewable, and Scientific industries.

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Embedded Engineer

Location: Wigan

Salary: Up to 50,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Embedded Engineer to join their growing team in Wigan. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an innovative, technology-driven environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge embedded and IoT solutions.

This is a primarily office based role offering a salary of up to 50,000, alongside ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain embedded software systems.
• Develop and maintain software using languages including C++ and Python
• Implement and manage IoT communication protocols such as Zigbee and MQTT.
• Work with platforms such as Raspberry Pi and similar embedded systems.
• Apply networking knowledge including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and utilise network monitoring tools.
• Work across operating systems including Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows, with exposure to OS kernel development where applicable.
• Work on FPGA development using VHDL/Verilog and contribute to ARM-based platform development.
• Use development tools such as Visual Studio and Eclipse, and contribute to CI/CD processes using tools such as Jenkins.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in software development across multiple programming languages.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems programming.
• Knowledge of ARM architecture.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with IoT hardware platforms.
• Experience with OS kernel development.
• Experience with FPGA development (VHDL/Verilog).
• Professional certifications in relevant technologies

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to 50,000
• Primarily office-based role in Wigan
• Supportive and innovative working environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
• Opportunity to work on exciting and forward-thinking technology projects

If you are passionate about embedded systems, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.

Location: Based from our Head Office, TR26
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent

H Tempest Ltd is the nation s largest school photography company with over 500 employees.

Our Head Office and Laboratory is based in St Ives, Cornwall and our Photographers are resident throughout the UK.

We take photographs of children at playgroups and nurseries, primary and secondary schools and graduates at universities and colleges as well as the Armed Forces and Corporate Photography.

Do you want to join us

We are committed to making sure that H Tempest remains the best in the business and a great place to work. Our staff are the most important asset and therefore we will continue to invest in you!

We are seeking a talented IT Engineer to join our team with a strong background in Microsoft s Technology Stack.

You ll play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our IT infrastructure, supporting various systems, and contributing to new projects and implementations.

As our IT Engineer, you will:

• Work as part of the IT team to maintain and support the IT & Telecommunications environments, proactively monitor systems, and assist with new projects and implementations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and provide technical solutions.
• Leverage cloud technologies for system deployment, management, and optimisation.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including backups, indexing, and query optimization.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to continually enhance IT capabilities.

In order to be successful in this role you must have / be:

• Significant experience working in a complex IT environment.
• High level of technical knowledge spanning server, storage, and Active Directory.
• Experience with various Cloud solutions, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision, managing and supporting others to do the same.

It would be great if you had:

• Network+ / MSCE or similar certification.
• Experience with other database systems.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

If you are passionate about IT infrastructure, system optimization, and enjoy tackling complex IT challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Join us in shaping the future of our IT infrastructure and make a meaningful impact on our organization.

Click on APPLY today!

Looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer role where you can genuinely take ownership of a secure, high-impact environment?

You ll join a technology business operating in the defence sector, delivering secure systems across multiple platforms - with security, resilience and compliance being central to everything they do.

You ll be responsible for maintaining and improving internal infrastructure across a predominantly Windows-based environment, with a mix of virtualisation and networking responsibilities like:

• Windows Server 2019/2022 administration
• Microsoft 365 management
• Hyper-V, VMware and Proxmox virtualisation
• Cisco and Palo Alto firewall support
• Linux systems
• Patch management and vulnerability remediation
• Backup and disaster recovery
• Infrastructure documentation and ISO compliance

Alongside standard BAU responsibilities, you’ll also get involved in project work, including spinning up VMs, firewall configuration, and improving internal platform security.

What you ll need:

• Strong Windows Server experience
• Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, Group Policy
• Firewall configuration experience
• Solid networking fundamentals (routing, switching, NAT, VPN)
• Exposure to Linux

Location: Tewkesbury - due to the nature of the industry and environment, the requirement is 5 days a week on site.
Salary: £50k-£55k

Security clearance (SC) is required. You must be a UK national and eligible to obtain clearance.

If you d like to work in a secure, technically interesting environment where your infrastructure expertise genuinely matters, apply today or contact Big Red Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age.
We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.

3rd Line Storage Engineer

Must have an Active DV Clearance

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a 3rd Line Storage Engineer to support a secure, high profile government environment. You will work with a specialist 3rd line team and engineering functions to maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance storage and infrastructure services across a complex estate. This role is based in London and includes exposure to both legacy and modern technologies.

About the Role - 3rd Line Storage Engineer

• As a 3rd Line Storage Engineer, you will support users and engineering teams through incident management tooling while maintaining critical storage platforms and associated infrastructure.
• You will work with technologies including NetApp and other enterprise storage systems, supporting configuration, performance, resilience, and integration across the wider environment.
• The role includes supporting Microsoft and virtualisation platforms that interface with storage services, ensuring stable and secure operation across multi site domains.
• You will receive training on legacy components and contribute to upgrades, migrations, and optimisation activities.

What We’re Looking For - 3rd Line Storage Engineer

• Strong experience with enterprise storage platforms such as NetApp and a good understanding of storage protocols, clustering, HA, SOFS, DFS, and related storage services.
• Knowledge of Windows Server 2003 to 2022, Active Directory, Group Policy, and secure delegation structures.
• Understanding of DNS, DHCP, PKI, firewall controls, and SMTP proxy services.
• Experience with VMware, vCenter, ESXi, vMotion, HyperV, and virtualised infrastructures interacting with storage systems.
• Exposure to Citrix, App-V, cloud based services, PowerShell, MBAM, BitLocker, and VPN technologies.
• Desirable knowledge of cloud platforms, automation tooling, container technologies, and monitoring systems.
• Broader awareness of technologies such as Ansible, Puppet, Kubernetes, Docker, Elasticsearch, Linux, IaaS, and PaaS services.

Deliver secure and resilient storage services within a highly sensitive environment as a 3rd Line Storage Engineer.

To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Infrastructure Engineer (Virtualisation) - VMware POD Lead
Located in Sheffield
9+ month Contract
360- 390 per day insideIR35
Hybrid - 3 days in the office per week

We are seeking a highly experienced Infrastructure Engineer (Virtualisation) to join the Virtualisation Engineering Team. This is a leadership role within a VMware Engineering POD, responsible for driving product vision, automation, reliability, and service sustainability across a large-scale enterprise VMware estate.

Responsibilities include:
Lead and mentor a team of VMware engineers within a POD structure
Own people and performance management responsibilities
Define VMware product strategy focusing on automation, reliability, availability,
performance, and scale
Design, deploy, and manage VMware technologies including vSphere, vRO, vRLI, vROps,
and vLCM
Drive automation initiatives using PowerCLI, Python, Ansible, and vRealize Suite
Establish and enforce engineering standards and SRE best practices
Improve service sustainability, transformation, and platform reliability
Oversee capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity
Manage major incidents and represent the team on critical calls
Ensure compliance, CVE management, and adherence to regulatory standards
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Applications, Connectivity teams, and
vendors
Manage full hardware and software lifecycle from deployment to decommissioning

Skills and Experience:
15+ years’ total IT experience, including 12+ years in distributed systems (Linux,
Windows, HA solutions, server hardware, VMware)
Extensive experience managing VMware products (vSphere, vCenter, vROPS, vRO, vRLI,
vLCM) within banking/finance environments
Strong automation delivery experience across large-scale virtualisation
infrastructure
Deep understanding of network and storage technologies in distributed systems
Proven leadership and team management capability
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Experience managing full infrastructure lifecycle

This is a senior engineering leadership opportunity for someone who combines deep VMware technical expertise with automation capability and strong people leadership. Please apply for immediate interview!

CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Software Engineer C# development with a a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field with
focus on hardware-automation or control systems (or equivalent).
Desirable a bachelor s degree in Automation or Manufacturing engineering

Software Engineers C# will be designing robust, multithreaded machine control software for deterministic, high-availability industrial systems.

Software Engineers will contribute to the software architecture by focusing on key areas such as reliability, data logging, predictive maintenance capabilities, and
cybersecurity for industrial environments. Software Engineers C# will have some of the following software development experience.

Expert proficiency in C# for application development, specifically using
the .NET Framework/Core (for stability and modern application
development) and ideally WPF (for complex, responsive UIs).
Demonstrable experience with real-time or near real-time operating
systems (RTOS) concepts and implementation, or strong experience
with real-time extensions in Windows or Linux.
Experience with Python for data processing, test automation, or highlevel
control scripts.
Familiarity with modern software development practices, including
Design Patterns (e.g., MVVM, Factory) and Clean Architecture
principles.
Industrial Control & Communication
Proven experience in programming and configuring industrial PCs (IPC)
and motion controllers (e.g., from Beckhoff, Delta Tau, Aerotech, Galil).
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Industrial Ethernet
protocols such as EtherCAT, PROFINET, or SERCOS III for high-speed,
deterministic control loops.
Practical experience integrating industrial communication standards
like OPC UA for data exchange, telemetry, and SCADA/MES integration.

Knowledge of Machine Vision libraries (e.g., Halcon, OpenCV) and
practical experience implementing vision systems for alignment, quality
control (QC), and feature recognition.

Proficiency with Git for version control and collaborative development.
Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure
DevOps, GitLab CI) for industrial software deployment.
Familiarity with data logging, time-series databases (e.g., InfluxDB), or
SQL/NoSQL databases for storing and analyzing machine operational data

Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer (Next Generation IoT Wearable Devices)
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000 £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Contact: *Adam Mayne (url removed) (phone number removed)

Embedded Software Engineer Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer to join a rapidly growing technology company developing next generation IoT, Bluetooth enabled, low power wearable devices.
You ll be part of a talented, supportive R&D team working on real products with real users, contributing to both current generation firmware and new product development from concept through to mass production.
This is an environment known for innovation, employee development, and a genuinely collaborative culture, offering excellent training, career growth and the chance to work with cutting edge embedded technologies.

Responsibilities of Firmware Engineer

• Designing and developing embedded firmware for IoT wearable products
• Working across the full product lifecycle prototyping, implementation, optimisation, validation and release
• Creating efficient, reliable firmware for battery powered, resource constrained devices
• Developing and maintaining low level drivers, communication interfaces and wireless protocol stacks
• Collaboration with hardware, electronics and software teams to deliver high quality, production ready systems

What we are looking for, as much as possible from below.
Education & Core Skills

• Degree/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems or similar
• Strong commercial experience in embedded C development (ideally 5+ years)
• Experience with RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, ThreadX or similar
• Confident working in Unix/Linux development environments
• Strong grounding in software testing (unit, regression, system)

Embedded & Firmware Expertise

• Experience writing device drivers directly from datasheets
• Knowledge of low power design techniques and firmware optimisation for constrained MCUs
• Experience working with BLE/Bluetooth, WiFi, Cellular or other wireless protocols
• Experience with battery-powered, low-energy devices is highly beneficial
• Familiarity with Git, Jira, Bitbucket, or similar tooling

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with wearable technologies
• Cellular expertise (e.g., LTE M, NB IoT)
• Exposure to embedded Linux environments

Job Title: VMWare Engineering Lead
Location: Sheffield OR Birmingham (3 days per week on-site)
Salary/Rate: Up to 485 per day
Start Date: March 2026
Job Type:10-month contract (Inside IR35)

Company Introduction:
We are currently recruiting for an Engineering Lead with experience in large-scale IT infrastructure & distributed systems to join our tier-1 banking client on an exciting long-term contract.

Role overview

The role is part of the Virtualisation Engineering Team within Distributed Compute in CTO Enterprise Services.
A VMware Engineering POD Lead is responsible for guiding the development and delivery of VMware products, ensuring they meet business needs and customer expectations.

Responsible for VMware Products Vision and Strategy with a focus on automation, availability, reliability, performance, and scale. Managing complex environmental issues, collaborating with wider teams, such as Operations, Applications, Engineering, Connectivity, and vendors.

Job Responsibilities/Objectives:

• Lead and mentor a team of VMware engineers within the POD structure
• Responsible for people and performance management of the team
• Design, deploy, and manage VMware vSphere, VRO, vRLI, and related technologies
• Oversee day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of the virtual environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver infrastructure solutions for business needs
• Drive automation initiatives using tools such as PowerCLI, Ansible, or vRealize Suite
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices
• Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity activities
• Stay updated with the latest VMware technologies and industry trends
• Engage key stakeholders to ensure product success and value; communicate issues, progress, and resolutions for critical incidents; liaise between operations and engineering teams
• Continuously monitor compliance and mitigate risks using tools like vRealize Operations; ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies
• Manage and improve product offerings throughout their lifecycle using Agile methodologies; assess resource needs for critical services
• Share regular product updates with stakeholders; ensure products are updated and compliant with supported versions; communicate CVEs promptly
• Provide technical direction and leadership, ensuring best practices in VMware products, distributed systems, servers, and storage
• Handle crisis situations efficiently, representing the team in major incident calls and providing technical expertise
• Implement robust monitoring and alerting systems to proactively manage platform health
• Ensure system availability and performance, meeting defined SLAs and SLOs
• Plan for future

Required Skills/Experience

• Extensive IT experience with large-scale IT Infrastructure and in-depth experience with Distributed Systems Ex: Linux, Windows, High Availability Solutions, Server Hardware and VMware products
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experienced in managing and maintaining VMware products (vSphere, vCenter, vROPS, vRO, vRLI, vRLCM) within banking / finance domain
• Proven ability to lead and drive engineering deliveries through automation using PowerCLI, Python, Ansible, vRO workflows in large scale virtualization infrastructure
• Strong understanding of network and storage technologies in relation to distributed systems especially VMware platform
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environment and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in managing the entire life cycle of hardware and software, from planning and deployment to maintenance and decommissioning.
• Diploma/B.E/B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc in Computer Science/IT preferred (or any engineering field considered) or equivalent

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.

Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.

2 year Contract

Inside IR35

Location - Portsmouth or Corsham

Overview

The Infrastructure Automation Engineering Service will support the technical team responsible for the design, development, documentation, building and validation of infrastructure automation components which form part of the NSoIT(D) Platform. These automation components will primary be developed using Python3, Ansible and Bash with a focus on hardware components, specifically their various features, services, and configurations, as well as interactions with external REST/SOAP APIs and services. The team’s responsibilities include:

• Apply complex problem solving to “reverse engineer” applications, designs and manual build instructions to create zero touch automation packages that are parameterised, dynamic and able to repeatedly and reliably deploy against these designs. Often these applications are legacy, were created without automation in mind or are otherwise resistive to full, zero touch automation.
• Create production quality code, following industry standard best practices as well as internal policies and procedures, utilising Version Control mechanisms such as GIT and BitBucket to submit development code as well as peer reviewing other team members’ code modules.
• Production and review of all levels of design artefacts.
• Supporting wider NSoIT(D) system testing activities.
• Working with Service Management to resolve issues.

Essential skills, qualifications and experience

In order to deliver this service, it is essential that individuals have:

• At least 12months’ demonstrable hands on experience within the last 3 years of:
  • Creating complex Python3 automation Classes for production systems
  • Using configuration management tools e.g. Ansible, Puppet, Chef
  • Use of scripting languages e.g. Bash
  • Automated deployment of server, network and storage technologies across multiple vendors
  • Building or supporting large infrastructure environments
  • Troubleshooting hardware or software component failure
  • Working as part of an Agile development team
• Demonstrable experience with advanced Python3 coding features e.g. Workflows, Desired State Configuration (DSC) and Bare Metal Deployment
• At least one of the following professional certifications that have been obtained within the last five years:
  • Networking certification - CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or similar
  • Virtualisation certification - VMware VCP (VMware vCenter Certified Professional) or similar,
  • Linux certification - RHCA or RHCE
  • Formal Software Development certification - OCA (Oracle Certified Associate) or similar
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems and propose new ideas.
• Hold a valid Security Clearance (SC)
• Competency in MS Office Suite.

Desirable skills, qualifications and experience

In order to deliver this service, it is desirable that individuals have:

• Knowledge of the Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence, and Bamboo) to record and document work.
• Experience of:
  • Working within the public sector, preferably Defence, and ideally with Defence Digital (formerly ISS).
  • Delivering accredited secure solutions within the UK Public Sector.
• A Computer Science university-based education at Bachelors or Masters level.

Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.