Data Analyst Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first data analyst role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme
Complete this 10-week online training with just 10-15 hours per week of study time. You’ll learn industry-standard tools, including Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI, while building a professional portfolio with workplace projects. The programme includes earning BCS and CompTIA certifications recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, and dedicated job placement support with CV help, interview preparation, and direct employer introductions.
The Outcome
93% of graduates secure data analyst roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000
Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner friendly, so no experience needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.
Ready to start earning in data? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Data Analyst Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first data analyst role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme
Complete this 10-week online training with just 10-15 hours per week of study time. You’ll learn industry-standard tools, including Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI, while building a professional portfolio with workplace projects. The programme includes earning BCS and CompTIA certifications recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, and dedicated job placement support with CV help, interview preparation, and direct employer introductions.
The Outcome
93% of graduates secure data analyst roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000
Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner friendly, so no experience needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.
Ready to start earning in data? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Data Analyst Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first data analyst role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme
Complete this 10-week online training with just 10-15 hours per week of study time. You’ll learn industry-standard tools, including Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI, while building a professional portfolio with workplace projects. The programme includes earning BCS and CompTIA certifications recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, and dedicated job placement support with CV help, interview preparation, and direct employer introductions.
The Outcome
93% of graduates secure data analyst roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000
Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner friendly, so no experience needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.
Ready to start earning in data? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Data Analyst Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first data analyst role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme
Complete this 10-week online training with just 10-15 hours per week of study time. You’ll learn industry-standard tools, including Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI, while building a professional portfolio with workplace projects. The programme includes earning BCS and CompTIA certifications recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, and dedicated job placement support with CV help, interview preparation, and direct employer introductions.
The Outcome
93% of graduates secure data analyst roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000
Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner friendly, so no experience needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.
Ready to start earning in data? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Data Analyst - SQL, Excel, Power BI/Tableau, Python/R

The location of the role is Cheltenham.
The duration of the contract is 12 months.
The pay rate on offer is 20 - 30 per hour via PAYE (37 hours per week).

Summary Data Analyst position that would suit someone with 2-3 years’ experience post University degree in a relevant field.

Key Activities

• Provide support to all activities related to digital transformation
• Support Business change manager to run an effective operating rhythm with reports and dashboard preparation
• Support initiatives to automate and digitize processes, identify opportunities of simplification and optimization, track and document business data sources
• Track and administer digital transformation projects and other improvement activities run across the campus
• Manage digital reporting tools and dashboard; support implementation of digital tools
• Research and definition of the potential future data analytics strategy for Engineering Operations
• Engage cross functionally facilitating process reviews / improvements and building relationships across the organisation.

Essential Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Cleaning: Gathering data from primary and secondary sources (databases, surveys) and scrubbing it to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Data Analysis: Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets using statistical methods.
• Reporting & Visualization: Developing visualizations, dashboards, and reports using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel to make data insights accessible to non-technical audiences.
• Database Management: Writing SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and structure data.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering with departments (marketing, IT, finance) to understand needs and providing evidence-based insights to support decisions.
• Process Improvement: Identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL and database management. Experience with analytical tools (Python, R, SAS) is often required. Expertise in Excel and visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI) is essential.
• Analytical Skills: Strong mathematical skills for data analysis and interpretation.
• Communication: Ability to articulate complex data insights to stakeholders through reports and presentations.
• Education: A degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or economics is common.

Desired Characteristics

• Driven and motivated to get involved in projects
• Organised & able to work to deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to take ownership for projects
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work as part of a team

About the job
Job summary
Senior Dynamics Developer
The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. To provide up to date services to our customers systems need to be developed, improved, and maintained. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the core applications are reviewed and continually improved.
You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department.
As a multi-skilled individual specialising in MS Dynamics and Power Apps, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop.
Working Style
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office .
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.
Job description
Main duties consist of but are not limited to:
Technical

• Be responsible for the design, coding, configuration, testing and documentation of large, complex or mission critical applications in a cloud first environment using Dynamics and Power Apps in MS Azure
• Configure and customise both model model-driven and canvas apps
• Develop Power Automate Flows via connectors to the Dataverse and other data sources
• Develop PowerApps integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and Azure Functions
• Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage
• Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork
• Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to
• Assist in implementing toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability
• Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality
• Embrace a continuous improvement ethos
• Responsible for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes
• Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF)

Behavioural

• Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results)
• Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team)
• Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork
• Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services
• Provide project / delivery management support when required
• Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team
• Applies “progress over perfection” principle
• Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers
• Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience
• Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen

Personal and Team Development

• Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills
• Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values
• Guides more junior members in their personal development
• Coaches and mentors’ colleagues
• Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends
• Shares knowledge of tools and techniques with your wider team and the business stakeholders

Person specification
Essential Experience

• Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects
• Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile methodologies
• Advocate of DevOps principles
• Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team
• Experience with Azure DevOps

Essential Technical

• Experience of MS Dynamics CRM and/or PowerApps platform
• Has a deep understanding of architectural principals such as SOA and Micro-Services
• Technical aptitude
• Proficiency in one or more of these languages: C#, Python, JavaScript, Typescript
• Experience writing and implementing Unit Testing

How to Apply
Click the ‘Apply now’ button and complete the application form by providing the following:
Your CV

• Upload an anonymised copy of your current CV. Please remove all identifying markers such as name, title, education institution etc.
• Make sure it clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification.

For further information on the sift and interview stages of this recruitment campaign, please head to our ‘Things you need to know’ section below.
Please visit our Civil Service Careers page - IPO - Recruitment Support , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) If you require job-specific information, please contact Dominic Read
E-mail:
Telephone:
Behaviours
We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Developing Self and Others
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together

Technical skills
We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• At interview you will be assessed on technical criteria

Benefits
Alongside your salary of £47,766, Intellectual Property Office contributes £13,837 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

• Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access
• Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite
• Hybrid working with no core hours
• Substantial support for career progression
• 25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments
• You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave

For more information about what’s on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert.
Please note that benefits may be subject to change.
Things you need to know
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a higher Security Clearance .
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years in order to meet the relevant security clearance.
Further information on the vetting process can be found at National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK
If you have questions regarding this or are unsure if you meet the eligibility criteria, please contact
Stage 1 - Sift
An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the following Success Profile elements:
Experience
Your CV will be used to assess your suitability for the role
Stage 2 - Interviews
If invited to interview Behaviours and Technical based questioning will be used.
Please note candidates that proceed to the interview stage will be required to deliver a presentation against the Technical Success Profile. Further details will be provided in the invite to interview information.
Specific information regarding the Success Profile elements that will be assessed at interview will be contained within the interview invitation.
Interviews for this role will be carried out virtually via Microsoft Teams (video)
This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren’t offered after passing the interview, you’ll be placed on the reserve list. If a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order.
Applicants to note: CVs sent direct to the IPO will not be accepted.
There may be important information contained within the job role profile candidates may also wish to refer to. We recommend candidates download and save a copy of the role profile for reference.
This post is being advertised to Internal , across Government and external candidates at the same time.
Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses for candidates, however if participating in the selection process would cause you undue financial hardship or if it restricts your ability to participate, please contact the recruitment team for more information.
In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks. Information on this will be sent within the invite to interview text.
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, then please let the recruitment team know via;
Please be aware that only one application per candidate is permitted for each recruitment campaign. Multiple applications, including those made using different accounts, may result in your application being withdrawn or rejected at any stage of the process.
For more information on the IPO’s terms and conditions, please review the attached IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions document attached at the bottom of this advert.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) .
See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window) .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .

Our exciting client is seeking an Engineering Lead to build and lead small, high-performing Agile teams (4-8 engineers) delivering secure, scalable solutions within the UK National Security (NatSec) domain

Engineering Lead - AI, Cloud & National Security

Package - £110,000 - £120,000 + dv bonus + excellent package

Location - Cheltenham - Hybrid

Clearance - eDV Clearance Required

Overview

This is a hands-on leadership role combining architecture, software engineering, and team leadership, with a focus on Software, AI, data platforms, and cloud-native systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Agile engineering teams, driving high-quality, rapid delivery (DevSecOps)
• Own solution architecture, designing for secure and constrained environments.
• Lead the implementation of the “underpinning tech” for AI, including data pipelines.
• Act as a trusted advisor to UK Government stakeholders.
• Define technical roadmaps and support cloud transformation (AWS/Azure)

Core Skills

• Background in UK National Security / Defence / Government.
• Strong leadership experience in software engineering teams.
• Proficiency in Python, Go, or Java (+ TypeScript/Node.js desirable)
• Expertise in AWS or Azure, Terraform, and Kubernetes (EKS/AKS)
• Strong grounding in SQL (Postgres) and NoSQL (MongoDB/DynamoDB)
• Experience with CI/CD, microservices, TDD/BDD.
• Knowledge of secure system design.

Desirable (AI & Data)

• Vector DBs: Milvus, Weaviate, Pinecone
• Data orchestration: Airflow, Prefect, Dagster
• Search: ElasticSearch / OpenSearch
• AI frameworks: LangChain, Hugging Face
• MLOps: MLflow, Kubeflow

If you are looking for an opportunity to work on mission-critical systems at the forefront of UK National Security? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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Cheltenham or London

Flexible Hybrid Working

Up to £60,000

Role Purpose

We’re looking for an Automation Engineer to help streamline and improve internal systems by reducing manual processes and building smart integrations across the business.

This is a hybrid role combining automation, integration, and business-facing problem solving, ideal for someone who enjoys improving how things work rather than just maintaining them.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build Python scripts to automate manual processes and improve efficiency
• Integrate systems using APIs
• Use Azure Functions to move and transform data between platforms
• Work closely with business teams to understand processes and identify improvements
• Support and optimise core business applications
• Write SQL queries to support data handling and reporting

Responsibilities

• Deliver automation solutions that reduce manual effort and save time
• Improve how systems connect and how data flows across the business
• Support business users with system-related queries and enhancements
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend practical solutions
• Take ownership of tasks from problem through to delivery

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with Python scripting, APIs, and SQL
• Comfortable working with both technical systems and business stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on improvement
• Self-sufficient and proactive, with a “can-do” attitude

Nice to have: Azure, Power Platform, CRM experience, or exposure to financial services

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to hear more, please apply for the opportunity with an updated CV and contact information.

Join our Weapon System team at MBDA as an Algorithm Developer, working on innovative battle-winning technology.

Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime:opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave:Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working:We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave:offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

As an Algorithm Developer here at MBDA, you will join a dynamic team who are integral to our advanced weapon system development. You will be part of a specialist group that uses product knowledge and system analysis to develop algorithms that ensure we’re ahead of the competition within sophisticated weapon systems, using ground breaking algorithm technology such as machine-learning and artificial intelligence.

You will:

• Design, develop and test mathematical algorithms using Matlab/Simulink and Python
• Interpret technical specifications and collaborate with other departments to understand how the algorithms will be used, and especially with the software team to define how they will be implemented
• Influence the way we develop algorithms within the team and more widely within MBDA
• Demonstrate a dedication to quality through progressive thinking and rigour

What we’re looking for from you:

Any experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Mathematical analysis / modelling
• Numerical simulation
• Data Science, especially machine learning
• Geospatial data and/or geographical information systems
• Software development
• A numerate graduate or post-graduate qualification
• Ability and confidence to work with mathematics
• A commitment to product quality and the procedures we follow to ensure it
• A desire to make an impression within the MBDA engineering community

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Disability, Neurodiversity and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Embedded Software Engineer 6860 Location: Stonehouse (site-based) Hours: Full Time | Permanent Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 per annum Job Description Our client is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop high-performance software for advanced electronic systems. This role focuses on real-time embedded development, working closely with hardware teams to deliver robust and reliable solutions. Key Responsibilities of an Embedded Software Engineer: \* Design and develop embedded software in C and C++ for microcontrollers and electronic systems \* Develop low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers (HAL) \* Implement and optimise communication protocols \* Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) simulations \* Take ownership of the full software development lifecycle \* Develop clean, efficient, and maintainable code from concept through to deployment \* Implement structured testing processes to improve reliability in live environments \* Work with data collection systems and IoT-based technologies \* Support database management and maintain system records \* Contribute to research and development aligned with customer and market requirements \* Work with AI/ML tools where required, including sensor-based applications \* Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams Key Skills of an Embedded Software Engineer: \* Strong experience in embedded software development using C and C++ \* Experience working with microcontrollers and real-time systems \* Understanding of hardware-level programming and system integration \* Experience developing drivers and hardware abstraction layers \* Knowledge of communication protocols and IoT systems \* Experience with Python and SQL-based databases desirable \* Exposure to AI/ML tools such as TensorFlow beneficial \* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills \* Ability to write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code \* Confident working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment Additional Information Due to the nature of this role, candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. For more information please contact Katie Tyrrell at First Base Employment

Software Engineer Employment Type: Full-time Location: Cheltenham, Manchester, London Salary: £45,000 - £66,000 Clearance: Must be able to obtain the highest level of UK Security Clearance Opportunity Overview We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a high-performing team working on innovative and complex technology solutions within the defence and security sectors. In this role, you will be central to designing, developing and maintaining secure, high-performance systems that support critical national infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful projects in a hybrid working environment with excellent flexibility and benefits. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain robust, scalable software solutions
Actively contribute to the code base, including peer code reviews
Break down technical requirements into well-defined Agile tasks
Manage and optimise CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
Demonstrate completed features and development progress to internal and external stakeholders Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience in software development using Java, JavaScript, or Python
Solid understanding of cloud computing environments, particularly AWS or Azure
Practical knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, such as Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, OpenShift, or Kubernetes
Experience working with relational and non-relational databases, such as SQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB
Strong grasp of Agile development methodologies and collaborative team-based delivery What’s on Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonus scheme
Ongoing career development, mentorship, and training opportunities
Supportive and inclusive working environment Application Process If you’re looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to meaningful, cutting-edge projects, please get in touch with Christian at TEC Partners. If this particular role isn’t quite the right fit, we’re supporting a range of exciting opportunities across the defence, cyber and intelligence sectors - contact us to discuss your preferences and career goals

Location(s): Manchester, Cheltenham or Samlesbury Salary: £50,354 to £60,036, including a concessionary payment of £2,758. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You ll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500, split into two payments: £1,750 on arrival and £1,750 after successfully completing probation. In the future, there may be an opportunity to qualify for a higher skill level. Following a successful skills assessment, this could increase your salary by up to £9,766. Flexible Working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. While hybrid working may be more limited due to the nature of the work, some home working may be available depending on business needs. Find out more about flexible working on our website. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you ll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. As a Senior Software Engineer, you ll bring your experience of modern software frameworks and team leadership to our passionate tech community. You ll help design new and existing systems, establish best working practices, and deliver high-quality solutions to mission-critical problems. With your expertise, you ll operate at a deep technical level, leveraging your familiarity with languages and frameworks such as Golang, Java, JavaScript, .NET, Node, Python, Rust, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and GCP). You might be mentoring a team or leading as a technical expert. You ll be keen to develop not just your own skills, but those of others. Whether you re bringing new approaches, sharing innovative ways of working, or identifying new priorities, you ll set the standard. You ll engage with technical and non-technical customers and have a positive influence on the wider engineering community. With our encouragement to spend up to 30% of your time on development, innovation, and experimentation, you ll have the freedom to explore new possibilities for yourself and for GCHQ. You don t need to be a Software Engineer to apply; you might be working in Cloud Engineering and Security, UX, Site Reliability Engineering, Front-End Design, Agile, Solution Architecture, Data Engineering, or Machine Learning Operations. You ll also have experience leading Agile project teams and evaluating customer business requirements. Upon joining, you ll have access to a wide range of learning resources from online courses conferences and opportunities to pursue formal qualifications (funded by us). We ll provide all the support you need for a rewarding career, whether that s through tailored training or flexible working options. In this role, we offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours, meaning you can enjoy a great work-life balance without compromising on what matters to you. At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities, and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and diversity on our website. To find out more and apply, please visit our website. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages, and there is no upper age limit. You can apply at 17, if successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website.

Data Analyst Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first data analyst role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme
Complete this 10-week online training with just 10-15 hours per week of study time. You’ll learn industry-standard tools, including Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI, while building a professional portfolio with workplace projects. The programme includes earning BCS and CompTIA certifications recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, and dedicated job placement support with CV help, interview preparation, and direct employer introductions.
The Outcome
93% of graduates secure data analyst roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000
Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner friendly, so no experience needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.
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Cheltenham or London

Flexible Hybrid Working

Up to £60,000

Role Purpose

We’re looking for an Automation Engineer to help streamline and improve internal systems by reducing manual processes and building smart integrations across the business.

This is a hybrid role combining automation, integration, and business-facing problem solving, ideal for someone who enjoys improving how things work rather than just maintaining them.

What You’ll Be Doing

Build Python scripts to automate manual processes and improve efficiency

Integrate systems using APIs

Use Azure Functions to move and transform data between platforms

Work closely with business teams to understand processes and identify improvements

Support and optimise core business applications

Write SQL queries to support data handling and reporting

Responsibilities

Deliver automation solutions that reduce manual effort and save time

Improve how systems connect and how data flows across the business

Support business users with system-related queries and enhancements

Identify inefficiencies and recommend practical solutions

Take ownership of tasks from problem through to delivery

What We’re Looking For

Experience with Python scripting, APIs, and SQL

Comfortable working with both technical systems and business stakeholders

Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on improvement

Self-sufficient and proactive, with a “can-do” attitude

Nice to have: Azure, Power Platform, CRM experience, or exposure to financial services

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to hear more, please apply for the opportunity with an updated CV and contact information.

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Senior Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer Overview We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for access control and intrusion-related products. You will play a key role in ensuring software is secure, robust, and fit for purpose, working closely with engineering, quality, and support teams across the full product lifecycle. This role suits an experienced embedded engineer who enjoys working close to hardware, improving existing firmware, and contributing to secure, high‑quality embedded systems. Key Responsibilities Architect, design, and implement new embedded software solutions Diagnose, debug, and resolve issues in existing production firmware Produce and maintain clear technical documentation and design artefacts Define and implement appropriate unit, component, and system‑level testing Apply static and dynamic analysis techniques to ensure software quality and security Support prototype bring‑up, debugging, and validation activities Collaborate with other embedded engineers across multiple hardware platforms Participate in peer code and design reviews Evaluate and introduce new tools, libraries, and software components where appropriate Work with quality and support teams to investigate and resolve field issues Essential Skills & Experience Qualifications Degree‑qualified in Electronics, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline Core Technical Experience Strong Embedded C programming skills Real‑time embedded software development in C Bare‑metal development and board bring‑up Development of secure embedded systems Technical Knowledge Embedded software development processes, including requirements, design, implementation, and testing Hardware awareness, including schematics, SoC I/O, pin muxing, and peripheral configuration Understanding of embedded debugging techniques and tools Ability to work across both bare‑metal and RTOS‑based systems Personal Attributes Highly logical and analytical with strong attention to detail Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively Quality‑focused and process‑driven Strong communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders Comfortable working under pressure in a delivery‑focused environment Domain Knowledge Ability (or willingness to quickly develop expertise) in OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) Experience or interest in implementing OSDP in bare‑metal and real‑time embedded systems, including enhancement of existing firmware to meet evolving standards Desirable Experience 5+ years' professional embedded software experience C++ development RTOS experience (e.g. FreeRTOS, ThreadX) Python and automated testing frameworks (e.g. Google Test) CI/CD exposure (e.g. Jenkins‑driven development) STM32 firmware development NXP SoCs (e.g. i.MX93 or similar) In‑circuit programming and debugging Familiarity with tools such as Eclipse, VS Code, Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, SonarQube, MCUXpresso, STM32CubeIDE Working Environment Office‑based engineering environment Predominantly desk‑based work with regular use of development hardware Occasional hands‑on hardware testing and debugging To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Python Software Developer - Cheltenham – Permanent (40 hours per week) – £35,000 - £48,500 per annum – Willing to Undergo SC Clearance Our client are a medium sized Engineering and Aerospace consultancy looking to grow their team and work on various projects. You will need a good understanding of building both the front end and back end of Software applications using python. Working Patterns: This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days on site per week, possibly more during busy periods. The Key Responsibilities of a Python Software Developer: \* Design, develop and maintain Python based web applications. \* Design, implement and maintain REST APIs. \* Build automated, containerised applications using Docker. \* Deploy, operate and optimise services on. \* Write unit, integration and end-to-end tests; participate in code reviews and design reviews. \* Ensure services are secure, resilient and cost-efficient. \* Collaborate with Test and DevOps to deliver features end-to-end. \* Troubleshoot production incidents and drive post-incident reviews and remediation. Below is a list of Key Skills required for the Python Software Developer, however you will not be expected to have everything: \* Minimum of 1.5 years’ experience as a Python Developer with a focus on web development. \* Strong Python skills. \* Strong understanding of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, Bootstrap and JavaScript. \* REST API design and implementation experience OR similar. \* Experience or understanding of Docker. \* CI/CD experience: building pipelines that build, test, scan and deploy container images (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, CircleCI, Jenkins). \* Test-driven mindset: unit, integration and contract testing. Benefits: \* 25 Days holiday (+Bank Holidays). \* Company Car Scheme. \* Healthcare Scheme. \* Company Pension Scheme. \* Training Package/Budget. \* Great company advancement and support. Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. RECOMMEND A FRIEND: If you have professional friends/colleagues who would be interested in one of our roles and our excellent levels of service too, we'd like to recognise your recommendations with a 'thank you' of our own. For every friend you refer who then starts a role through Datasource either Contract or Permanent, we will send you £200 of Love to Shop Gift Vouchers & gift your friend £100 in Love to Shop Gift Vouchers as well! You will be required to hold a minimum of SC Clearance. If you do not hold an active SC clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying. (c) Copyright Datasource Computer Employment Limited 2026

Software Engineer | Building Intelligent Systems That Make an Impact

London, Manchester or Cheltenham

4 or 5 days a week on site

Existing SC or DV Clearance is required

National Security Sector

Tech: JAVA/C++/Python - or Devops/Data Background

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join a cutting-edge team developing impactful, mission-driven technology. The role offers the chance to contribute to projects such as AI-powered tools for analysts and operators, secure data pipelines, and innovative prototypes that explore new frontiers in software capability.

You’ll become part of a tight-knit, highly capable engineering group that values independence, precision, and tangible outcomes. This is a place for people who enjoy solving complex problems, experimenting with new ideas, and seeing the real-world effects of their work.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Skilled in producing robust, readable, and scalable code
• Adaptable and eager to master new technologies or unfamiliar environments
• Excellent communicator who thrives in cross-functional collaboration
• Engaged participant in agile processes, including stand-ups and sprint reviews
• Comfortable taking projects from initial concept through to delivery
• Analytical thinker who can decompose challenges and deliver iterative value

Preferred Background

• Experience using Java, C++, or Python
• Understanding of data-intensive systems, backend services, or cloud-based platforms
• Familiarity with regulated, high-security, or mission-critical development contexts
• Confidence working in research-led or exploratory project settings
• Curiosity about artificial intelligence, public sector innovation, or national security technology
• Interest in influencing technical direction and supporting team evolution over time

This role is ideal for someone who wants to push boundaries, collaborate with talented peers, and build software that delivers genuine impact. You’ll have the autonomy to explore, innovate, and shape solutions that matter.

Please note this is a training course and fees apply

Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Data Analysis?

If you are detail orientated, perceptive, organised, competent, analytical and can communicate well with those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Data Analyst

We do this using our specialised Data Analyst career programme which looks to assist and place qualified candidates into a career pathway in Data Analysis.

Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience Data Analyst as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles.

Demand for Data Analysts has grown 20% year on year. All business decisions rely on data to ensure correct business decisions are made and therefore the role of the data analyst in the new digital world has become essential for business owners.

Using our experience in providing data analysis and business analysis training online and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in Data Analysis.

The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards for the UK/European and International Data Analysis sector.

Skills shortages across all sectors are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.

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Study time for the qualification is approximately 30 hours and qualification is achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam.

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Therefore, we will provide you with access to the following additional courses to ensure you are suitably employable as a data analyst.

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Adding a Business Analyst Foundation certificate will make you much more employable and enable you to cross over into business analyst roles and hybrid roles. Business Analysis Foundation accredited by the BCS (The British Computer Society also known as the Chartered Institute of IT).

Study time for this course is approximately 15 hours and qualification is achieved through an online BCS exam.

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Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Data Analyst Career aspirations.

Bristol

An exciting opportunity for a passionate Cloud Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment.

Salary: Up to £74,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance British Citizen only.

This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more

The opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced OpenStack & OpenShift Architect to design, implement, and optimise on premisescloud and container platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (OpenStack) and container orchestration (Red Hat OpenShift/Kubernetes), with a strong focus on scalability, automation, and high availability.

You will play a key role in defining cloud strategy, leading platform architecture, and guiding engineering teams in delivering robust, secure, and performant environments.

• Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility.
• Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company.
• Partner with both engineers within MBDA and suppliers to ensure services are meeting evolving business needs.
• Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme.

What we’re looking for from you:

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect OpenStack-based private cloud solutions (RHOSO)
• Lead the deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift clusters
• Define and implement cloud-native architecture patterns
• Integrate OpenStack with container platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes)
• Drive automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery strategies
• Establish security best practices across infrastructure and platforms
• Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and improvements

Required Skills & Experience

• Cloud & Virtualisation
• Strong experience with OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone)
• Hands-on experience designing and deploying private cloud environments
• Understanding of multi-region / multi-tenant architectures

Container Platforms

• Deep expertise in Red Hat OpenShift (OCP 4.x)
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture and components
• Experience with container lifecycle management

Automation & DevOps

• Proficiency with Ansible, Terraform, or similar IaC tools
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD)
• Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar)

Storage

• Experience with Ceph or other distributed storage systems
• Understanding of block, object, and file storage concepts

Preferred Qualifications but not necessary

• Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCA, RHCE, OpenShift certification)
• Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments
• Familiarity with service mesh (Istio) and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Exposure to GitOps practices

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

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Are you ready to take your career to the next level and lead the charge in deploying cutting-edge greenfield data centres? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Network Automation Engineer who is passionate about transforming network architecture into streamlined automated solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about treating networks as software products, we want to hear from you!

Role: Network Automation Engineer

Duration: 6 months (extension options)

Location: Remote (must be prepared to travel to Bristol a few times a month)

Rate: Competative (umbrella)

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a key player in our team, you will:

• Automated Provisioning:Design and implement sophisticated Ansible roles and playbooks, harnessing the power of Jinja2 templates to automate the life cycle of Cisco and Fortinet devices.
• Infrastructure as Code:Maintain the network’s “Source of Truth” using NetBox, ensuring all physical and logical assets are accurately modelled and easily accessible programmatically.
• Custom Tooling:Develop innovative Python scripts and custom integrations to seamlessly connect platforms, utilizing REST APIs, Netconf, and modern authentication protocols.
• CI/CD & Governance:Build and maintain robust NetDevOps pipelines using GitLab and GitHub Actions to validate, test, and deploy network changes efficiently.
• Multi-Platform Integration:Automate networking layers of the VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platform, collaborating closely with compute and storage teams via VCF APIs.
• Day 2 Support:Implement automated “drift detection” to catch manual changes and create self-healing workflows that minimize Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR) for common incidents.

Technical Skills We’re Looking For:

• Automation Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of Ansible (Roles, Playbooks, Jinja2) and Python for network automation tasks.
• Data Centre Fabric Expertise: Strong experience with Cisco NDFC/NX-OS and Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls.
• Ecosystem Tools Proficiency: Familiarity with NetBox as a Source of Truth and Git for version control.
• NetDevOps Experience: Practical knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and automation workflows.
• Virtualization Know-How: Experience with VMware VCF APIs or NSX-T automation.

Bonus Points For:

• Terraform: Familiarity with Terraform for orchestrating provider-based infrastructure.
• Certifications:Cisco Certified DevNet Associate/Professional or equivalent.
• Hands-On Experience:Comfortable deploying hardware in data centres.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant team that values innovation and creativity.
• Work on exciting projects that challenge your skills and expertise.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

If you are an enthusiastic Network Automation Engineer eager to make a significant impact, this is your opportunity! Don’t miss out on being part of a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions.

Apply now and become a key player in our client’s innovative team!

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Cheltenham, Manchester, London

Salary: 45,000 - 66,000

Clearance: Must be able to obtain the highest level of UK Security Clearance

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a high-performing team working on innovative and complex technology solutions within the defence and security sectors.

In this role, you will be central to designing, developing and maintaining secure, high-performance systems that support critical national infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful projects in a hybrid working environment with excellent flexibility and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain robust, scalable software solutions
• Actively contribute to the code base, including peer code reviews
• Break down technical requirements into well-defined Agile tasks
• Manage and optimise CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
• Demonstrate completed features and development progress to internal and external stakeholders

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in software development using Java, JavaScript, or Python
• Solid understanding of cloud computing environments, particularly AWS or Azure
• Practical knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, such as Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, OpenShift, or Kubernetes
• Experience working with relational and non-relational databases, such as SQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB
• Strong grasp of Agile development methodologies and collaborative team-based delivery

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus scheme
• Ongoing career development, mentorship, and training opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

Application Process

If you’re looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to meaningful, cutting-edge projects, please get in touch with Christian at TEC Partners.

If this particular role isn’t quite the right fit, we’re supporting a range of exciting opportunities across the defence, cyber and intelligence sectors - contact us to discuss your preferences and career goals.