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Equity Finance Developer
Barclays Bank PLC
Glasgow
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Join Barclays as an Equity Finance Developer and become part of a strategic global transformation programme at the heart of our Equity Finance technology platform. You will contribute to a flagship, multi-year initiative that integrates vendor solutions, proprietary security technology, and Java-based systems into a cohesive, modern architecture. As part of a core grid team supporting multiple projects, you will play a key role in analysing, decoupling, and re-architecting critical components to enhance scalability, resilience, and long-term strategic value.

To be successful, you should have:

  • Java/Spring.
  • SQL.
  • MQ/Kafka messaging service experience (or equivalent)
  • Experience with using version control such as GIT.
  • Excellent communication skills. Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Communicate effectively with business analysts, project managers, testers and architects.

Some other highly valued skills may include:

  • Securities Lending/Equity Finance knowledge particularly SBL trade lifecycle - Global one an advantage.
  • UI experience.
  • Containerisation knowledge/Docker.
  • Comfortable with Unix command line

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant to success in this role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology skills, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role is based in Glasgow.

Purpose of the role

To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Accountabilities

  • Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
  • Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
  • Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization’s technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.
  • Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions.
  • Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

  • To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
  • Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
  • If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others.
  • OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
  • Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
  • Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
  • Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
  • Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
  • Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
  • Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
  • Communicate complex information. ‘Complex’ information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
  • Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.

Lead Software Engineer
Stratospherec Ltd
Fareham
In office
Senior
£65,000 - £75,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+3

Lead Software Developer - Whiteley, Salary - £65000 to £75000 My client are a Financial services company based in Fareham. They are looking for a Senior/Lead Software Developer with skills in ASP.Net, MVC, and C#. My client are looking for a Tech Lead Developer with hands on experience in Microsoft Technologies, ASP.Net & MVC .NET Core and who can be hands on with coding as well as be the Technical Lead of a small development team. This role is more focused on Tech Lead, Mentoring and Software Development, than people management and team leading. This role is paying up to £75k (depending on experience) and is on-site full-time. Skills needed for this role: • 8 plus experience in C# using .NET Framework (4.8+ - ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Web API and Web Forms, Windows Services) • Experience in using .NET 8 (Razor, Razor Pages, Web API) • Experience in working with ORMs (Entity Framework/Entity Framework Core preferred) • Intermediate level experience using Source Control (GIT preferred) • Intermediate level experience in using and coding SQL Server, Stored Procedures and T-SQL • Experience in working in a collaborative commercial development environment • Experience with configuring Windows Server and IIS This role is 5 days a week in the office. If this sounds like it might be of interest, then please apply with your CV

SC Cleared Senior Software Engineer
Experis
UK
In office
Senior
£750/day - £820/day
RECENTLY POSTED
+1

Job Title: SC Cleared Senior Software Engineer
Location: Farnborough, Malvern or Portsmouth
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Rate: Up to £820 per day via an approved umbrella company
Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process

Are you a talented and motivated Software Engineer with a passion for delivering innovative solutions? Our client, a reputable organisation supporting maritime test and evaluation facilities, is hiring for a Senior Software Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on modernising critical systems and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment.

What you’ll be doing:

Supporting the maintenance and development of new systems to enhance maritime test and evaluation capabilities.
Designing, developing, integrating, testing, and delivering complex real-time software solutions.
Leading technical tasks and collaborating effectively with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers.
Ensuring coding standards are maintained through code reviews and static analysis.
Managing change control and configuration management processes.What you’ll bring:

Strong problem-solving and engineering skills with a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle.
Experience in C++ or Java programming on Linux or Windows platforms.
Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex projects.
Knowledge of coding standards, change control, and configuration management systems.
Excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively in diverse teams and with stakeholders.Desirable skills:

Experience in defence or related sectors.
Knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) and Data Distribution Service (DDS).
Java GUI programming experience.
Familiarity with Agile practices such as Scrum, CI/CD, TDD, BDD.
Experience with Atlassian tools like Jira, Confluence, and BitBucket.Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Extensive software development experience in complex systems.Join our client’s team and be part of innovative projects that make a real difference. If you meet these criteria and are ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to take the next step in your career

Test Driven Development Lead
Matchtech
Bristol
In office
Senior
£65/hour - £70/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Our client, a leading player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently looking for a skilled Test Driven Development Lead on a contract basis. The Embedded Software department is looking for a leader to enhance and expand the implementation of TDD practices in their software engineering teams.

6 month initial contract

Full time on site in Bristol

SC clearance required, BPSS to start

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership and coaching for engineers unfamiliar with TDD practices.
Embed TDD principles while maintaining clear organisational separation between development and testing.
Shape engineering culture by integrating TDD into daily practices.
Act as a hands-on test practitioner, designing, implementing, and executing tests to meet quality assurance standards.

Job Requirements:

Essential

Strong background in Test-Driven Development practices.
Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD.
Extensive hands-on experience designing and executing automated tests.
Experience establishing test strategies from scratch.
Demonstrated ability to coach experienced engineers.
Strong requirements elicitation and analysis skills.
Strong communication and facilitation skills.
Advantageous:

Experience with C / C++ / MatLab / Simulink.
Knowledge of Jetson Orin NX / Linux.
Experience in hardware-software integration.
Simulation or real-time embedded systems expertise.
Experience in safety-critical or high-reliability systems.
If you are an experienced Test Driven Development Lead looking for a new contract opportunity within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic team and contribute to the development of highly reliable real-time software

Lead Developer C# Angular Developer Solihull
INFUSED SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Solihull
In office
Senior
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Lead C# Full Stack Software Engineer

Location: Solihull
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 (DOE)

We’re working with a well-established and growing organisation that is looking to appoint a Lead Software Engineer to take ownership of a critical engineering team and play a key role in the delivery of modern, scalable software solutions.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing technical excellence with team leadership.

The Role

As Lead Engineer, you’ll be responsible for guiding a team of developers while remaining deeply involved in hands-on development. You’ll drive best practices, oversee delivery, and ensure high-quality code across the team.

You’ll be expected to:

  • Lead and run engineering sprints (planning, stand-ups, retrospectives)
  • Carry out code reviews and mentor developers
  • Act as the technical point of contact for the team
  • Collaborate closely with product, architecture, and senior stakeholders
  • Remain hands-on with coding as part of day-to-day responsibilities

This role is fully onsite in Solihull, 5 days per week.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience in a Lead / Senior Engineering role

  • Proven ability to run development teams and Agile ceremonies

  • Extensive hands-on experience with:

    • C# (.NET - latest versions)
    • Angular (latest versions)
  • Strong background in code quality, reviews, and best practices

  • Experience delivering complex systems in a production environment

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

What’s On Offer

  • Salary between £80,000 - £100,000 depending on experience
  • Permanent position with long-term stability
  • Opportunity to lead and shape a key engineering team
  • High-impact role with genuine influence over technical direction
  • Onsite working in Solihull (no hybrid/remote)

Apply Now

If you’re a technically strong Lead Engineer who enjoys leading from the front and wants a role where you can both code and lead, this is an excellent opportunity.

Apply now to find out more.

JAX RS- Quarkus Developer
iBSC
Edinburgh
Remote or hybrid
Senior - Leader
£350/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Be a technical leader within your feature team, providing day-to-day line management, as well as providing leadership in the wider Lab and community, coaching and/or mentoring other engineers, helping them to grow. Collaborate with product and engineering leads to realise the Lab's vision and deliver customer outcomes through robust, scalable, and maintainable services that underpin exceptional customer experiences. Be curious about technology and look to foster a culture of innovation. You'll influence positively demonstrating the right values and behaviours as we improve how we deliver. What we're looking for A capable technical leader, who takes ownership of design and delivery, helping to grow our junior engineers capabilities and understanding of target architectures and patterns. Working in the public cloud domain at scale, primarily with GCP. Strong programming skills with a good working knowledge of Java, Spring Boot/Quarkus & REST APIs, hosting microservices in a container orchestration platform such as Kubernetes. Any experience of mobile native development would be beneficial. Diverse technical experience and a proven ability to deliver high quality applications at scale. Strong knowledge of security patterns and best practice advantageous. You will lead and inspire teams to explore, adopt and responsibly integrate AI-driven solutions to achieve great customer outcomes and improve our engineering experience. You're able to effectively communicate and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste. You're an advocate for quality and can support the team leveraging approaches such as CI/CD best practice, Pair Programming, TDD and BDD. What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment

Lead Technical Engineer
EVOLVE IN RECRUITMENT LTD
Bristol
Hybrid
Senior
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED

JobTitle:TechnicalLead/StaffSoftwareEngineer//EngineeringLead/TechnicalDirector/ChiefEngineer

Salary:£63,000-£103,000

Location:Bristol

Ourclientisseekingenthusiasticandproactiveindividualstojointheirgrowingteam.Workinginabusybutdynamicenvironment,youwillJoinourclientsDigital&Datateamworkingalongsideproduct,designandawiderangeofotherexpertsandcross-disciplinaryteamstobringideastolifethroughinnovativesoftwaresolutions.ThisisahybridrolewithtwodaysintheofficeinCentralLondon.

Ourclienthasover4,000strategists,innovators,designers,consultants,digitalexperts,scientists,engineers,andtechnologists.Andhaveadeepexpertiseinanumberofareasnotlimitedtobutincludingconsumerandmanufacturing,defencefinancialservicesandtransport.WithteamsthatoperategloballyfromofficesacrosstheUK,Ireland,theUS,Nordics,andNetherlands.

JobDescription

WhyconsiderjoiningtheDigital&Datacommunity

  • Growaflexibleanduniquecareerwithinatrust-basedenvironmentthatvaluesexcellence,innovation,andcuriosity.Youhavetheoptiontoprogresswithusonatechnicalcareertrack.NoneedtogoontothePartnercareertrackifthisdoesntalignwithwhatyouwanttodo.
  • Workonabroadvarietyofprojectsandtechstacksforclientsacrosssevensectors-noprojectiseverthesame

Techstackrequiredideally:

Whileweadvocateforusingtherighttechfortherighttask,youcanexpecttoworkwiththefollowingtechnologiestoensurescalable,high-performanceapplications:

  • ProgrammingLanguages:JavaScript/TypeScript,Java,C#
  • Frameworks:Vue/Angular/React/Node/Next,Spring/SpringBoot,.NET/ASP.NET
  • Cloudplatforms:AWS,GCP,Azure
  • CI/CD:Jenkins,GitHubActions,AzureDevOps
  • IaC:Terraform,CloudFormation,AzureBicep
  • PragmaticandsafeusageofAIthroughtheSDLC(e.g.usingMCPtocombinetoolsininterestingandeffectiveways)

Qualifications

Essentialrequirements

  • Experienceinmanagingandtechnicallyleadingasoftwareengineeringteam
  • Soft-skillstointeractwithclients,demonstratingcredibilityintechnologyandoveralldelivery
  • Provencapabilityinshapingtheend-to-endsoftwaredeliverylifecycle,drivingimprovementsacrossdevelopment,testing,deployment,andoperationalphases.
  • Abilitytoimplementinfrastructure-as-code,CI/CD,andefficientreleasemanagementstrategies.
  • Enhancesystemperformanceusingloadtesting,caching,andoptimizingdatabasequeriesandapplicationlogicforbetterscalabilityandresponsetimes.
  • ExpertiseinmodernengineeringstandardssuchasTDD,contracttesting,andsecurecoding,aswellasarchitecturalpatternslikeevent-drivenarchitectureandplatformmigration.
  • Experienceprovidingtechnicalsubjectmatterexpertisetoshapebidsandclientproposals.Canpresentproposedapproachesanddiscusstechnicalimplementationwithprospectiveclientsduringthesalesprocess

YouarerequiredtobeabletoworkintheUKfulltimewithoutrestrictionandbeeligibleforSCclearance.Ifyoufeelyouhavetherelevantskillsandexperiencerequiredforthisrole,thenpleaseapplytoEvolveRecruitment,KingstonuponThamesformoreinformation.

Duetothehighvolumeofapplicationswereceiveitisnotalwayspossibletorespondtounsuccessfulapplicants.Therefore,ifwehavenotrespondedtoyourapplicationwithinfivedayspleaseassumethatonthisoccasionyourapplicationhasnotbeensuccessful.

Software Engineering Manager
Sanderson Recruitment
Normanton
Fully remote
Senior - Leader
£95,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Sanderson are working with a leading financial services organisation that puts customers at the centre of its business. The company is going through a period of impressive growth across their technology team, creating opportunity to work on challenging projects and contribute to the development of its digital platforms.

As a Software Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading a cross-functional product engineering squad focused on delivering outstanding digital experiences. You will help evolve the existing ecosystem while driving the development of advanced personalisation services that enable seamless, data-driven client journeys across devices and channels.

This is an opportunity to genuinely make your mark within a highly digital, innovation-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a software engineering squad to consistently deliver high-quality software, balancing delivery with innovation.
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and psychological safety within your team.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent, providing coaching, mentorship, and structured career development.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers and senior stakeholders to ensure engineering outcomes align with business and client priorities.
  • Champion agile delivery, DevOps, secure practices, and team ways of working to maintain high standards across the squad.
  • Maintain ownership of services delivered by the team, ensuring reliability, supportability, and continuous improvement

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience leading software engineering teams within complex organisations
  • Strong hands-on technical background in Node, React, and AWS-based architectures
  • Experience delivering modern full-stack applications using TypeScript and cloud-native services
  • Strong communicator, capable of articulating complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • People-first leadership style with a focus on inclusion, development, and building high-performing teams
  • Comfortable managing ambiguity and driving clarity through collaboration

This is a full-time, permanent role offering a starting salary up to £95,000 (DOE) and a remote-first working model.

Please Note: You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.

Apply now or email for more details.

Reasonable Adjustments:

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

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

Lead Data Engineer
Vallum Associates Limited
Sheffield
Remote or hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

We are seeking a Lead Data Engineering Consultant with proven experience in leading and developing data engineering platforms. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on expertise in the following areas: 1. Extensive enterprise experience withHadoop, Spark, and Splunk. 2. Proficiency in object-oriented and functional scripting, particularly inPython. 3. Skilled in handling raw, structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data (SQL and NoSQL). 4. Experience integrating large, disparate datasets using modern tools and frameworks. 5. Strong background in building and optimizingETL/ELT data pipelines. 6. Familiarity with source control and implementing Continuous Integration, Delivery, and Deployment via CI/CD pipelines. 7. Experience supporting and collaborating with BI and Analytics teamsin fast-paced environments. 8. Ability to pair program and work effectively with other engineers. 9. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. 10. Knowledge of agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban is a plus. 11. Comfortable representing the team in standups and problem-solving sessions. 12. Capable of driving the creation of technical test plans and maintaining records, including unit and integration tests, within automated test environments to ensure high code quality. 13. Promote SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) culture by addressing challenges through data engineering. 14. Ensure service resilience, sustainability, and adherence to recovery time objectives for all delivered software solutions.

Test Driven Development Lead
Morson Edge
Filton
In office
Senior
£60/hour - £70/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Rates: Up to £70 UMBRELLA

INSIDE IR35

Site: Bristol

Duration: 6 months

Our clients Embedded Software department is at the core of the organisation’s weapon systems. They create the complex, highly reliable real-time software that powers their missile systems and their components, ensuring that they provide the performance and functionality that users require when they need it.

They are involved all the way through development – from concept studies through trials firings and the move into production and service.

Responsibilities:

  • You will act as a technical leader, coach, and change agent, embedding Test Driven Development (TDD) practices into a team of highly capable engineers who have not previously worked in a TDD environment.
  • You will shape engineering culture and introduce TDD principles while maintaining clear organisational separation between development and testing.
  • You will not only coach the team, you will act as a hands-on test practitioner where you will personally design, implement, and execute most project tests to provide objective evidence of software quality in line with quality assurance requirements.

Skillset/experience required:

Essential

  • Strong background in Test-Driven Development practices
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD
  • Extensive hands-on experience designing and executing automated tests
  • Experience establishing test strategies from scratch
  • Demonstrated ability to coach experienced engineers
  • Strong requirements elicitation and analysis skills

Advantageous:

  • C / C++ / MatLab / Similink
  • Jetson Orin NX / Linux
  • Hardware-software integration
  • Simulation or real-time embedded systems
  • Safety-critical or high-reliability systems experience
Lead Software Engineer - Real Estate Technology - Inside IR35 - Contract - Sheffield
We Are Orbis Group Ltd
Yorkshire
Hybrid
Senior
£400/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

We’re looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team in Real Estate Technology. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will drive technical delivery, contribute to code development, and promote continuous improvement across engineering practices.

You will collaborate with global engineering and product teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Experience in real estate or financial services is not required - strong technical leadership and delivery capability are key.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor engineers while maintaining hands-on coding involvement
Design and deliver secure, scalable software solutions
Promote best practices across CI/CD, DevOps, and agile delivery
Improve service reliability, incident management, and operational performance
Work with Product, Architecture, and global teams to support technology roadmaps

Key Skills:
Proven experience leading technical teams
Strong hands-on software engineering experience
Knowledge of cloud platforms, CI/CD, and modern engineering practices
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Rate: £400 per day - Inside IR35
Location: Sheffield - Hybrid (2 days per week in office)
Duration: 6-month rolling contract

Lead Software Developer
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Warrington
Fully remote
Senior
£70,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+8

Full Stack Technical Lead - Remote - £65k-£70k (DOE) I'm working with an exciting organisation that is looking for a Full Stack Technical Lead to take ownership of modern cloud-based applications and lead development within a defined architectural framework. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior full-stack engineer who enjoys remaining hands-on while influencing architecture, enforcing engineering standards, and driving secure development practices across a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for: Designing and developing scalable backend services using .NET 10.0.2 and ASP.NET Core Web APIs Building and maintaining Angular 21 front-end applications using DevExpress DevExtreme v25 components Leading secure, Azure-native cloud implementations Building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code using Bicep Implementing authentication and role-based access via Azure Entra ID Integrating Azure Key Vault for secure secret management across environments Writing and maintaining unit and integration tests (NUnit and ViTest) Ensuring all development aligns with OWASP secure coding standards Contributing to CI/CD pipeline improvements and secure deployment practices Participating in architecture and technical design reviews Collaborating with UI/UX teams using Figma prototypes Maintaining high-quality technical documentation Tech Stack & Experience Core technologies: .NET 10 / ASP.NET Core Entity Framework Core RESTful API design / OpenAPI / Swagger Angular 21 (mandatory) TypeScript / RxJS DevExpress DevExtreme v25 (mandatory) Microsoft Azure (App Services, SQL, Storage) Azure Entra ID Azure Key Vault Infrastructure as Code (Bicep preferred) CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or equivalent) Bitbucket (Git) What They're Looking For 7+ years' commercial software engineering experience 2+ years operating as a Technical Lead Strong full-stack expertise within the Microsoft ecosystem Proven experience with modern Angular (v15+) Hands-on Azure architecture and deployment experience Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code Strong understanding of secure enterprise application development Experience working in regulated or security-sensitive environments Solid grasp of RESTful API design and authentication patterns Ability to balance hands-on delivery with technical leadership responsibilities Desirable Experience Multi-environment Azure architecture design Angular performance optimisation Designing role-based access control systems Cloud cost optimisation practices Exposure to penetration testing and secure SDLC processes Experience contributing to architectural decision-making Salary & Benefits £65k-£70k (depending on experience) Remote working Structured architecture standards and modern tooling Exposure to enterprise-scale Azure environments Opportunity to influence engineering best practice and security standards Why This Role? This is a standout opportunity for a technical leader who wants real ownership of architecture, cloud infrastructure, and development standards - while staying close to the code. You'll join a technically mature environment where automation, security, and scalability are core priorities, not afterthoughts. If you're open to a confidential discussion, apply now and I'll be in touch. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website. TPBN1\_UKTJ

Software Development Team Lead - Cambridge
The Royal Society Of Chemistry
Cambridge
Hybrid
Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Circa:

Salary - Salary Plan, 65,000.00 GBP Annual

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has a great opportunity for a Software Development Team Lead to join us on a permanent full-time basis.

As a Software Development Team Leader for the Royal Society of Chemistry, you will shape the software architecture and the fine-grained detail of configuration and implementation throughout the software development lifecycle for performance, security and maintainability of the applications we build.

Working within our DevOps team and with your colleagues across the directorate, you will lead a team of cross-functional technical staff, comprised of both back-end (.NET C#, node.JS), front-end (HTML/CSS/JS/Vue.JS) developers, test automation engineers and site reliability engineers (AWS) . Your work will enable the Royal Society of Chemistry to build, scale and continually improve our websites and services, serving our global audience of customers, users and colleagues. You will oversee the technical aspects of the product roadmap, working closely in collaboration with Solutions Architects and other Team Leaders to align with, contribute to and iterate on a shared architectural repository, guiding agile workstream members in technical implementation, assigning and ensuring quality delivery of backlog items and taking ownership of technical changes and releases. You will also directly line manage a small number of developers.

At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will also be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend our offices and travel as needed for your role. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application.

We are looking for:

  • Deep understanding of programming principles and how they impact the maintainability of enterprise applications.
  • Extensive, expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with .NET C# back-end development.
  • High level understanding of front-end development (HTML/CSS/JS/Vue.JS).
  • Experience with DevOps best practice, such as continuous delivery, continuous testing, infrastructure as code etc.
  • Understanding of cloud architecture principles and hands-on experience with AWS or similar platforms.
  • Proven experience delivering projects across the full software development life cycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering and design through to deployment and post-release support.
  • Experience working within Agile practices, particularly Scrum and Kanban.
  • People management experience including delivery quality, workloads and personal development.

If you are interested in this role, please apply as soon as you can as we will be conducting interviews while advertising. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and as a cover letter (in no more than 500 words) telling us about your relevant knowledge, skills and competencies and why you are applying for this role.

Benefits

We promote a healthy work/life balance and flexible working options. Our benefits package includes:

  • 26 days’ paid holiday per annum plus bank holidays.
  • Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution).
  • Life assurance at 3 times basic annual salary.
  • Enhanced parental leave.
  • Paid volunteering days.

Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.

At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.

As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.

We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at or on +44 (0) and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.

If you have any questions, please contact us at

Digital Trainer, Harrogate
Harrogate College
Harrogate
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£31,138 - £35,036
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: Digital Trainer Salary: Commencing at £31,138 with progression to £35,036 per annumClosing Date: About the Role

Harrogate College are seeking a Digital Trainer to join us at an incredibly exciting time as we prepare to move into our brand-new, state-of-the-art campus. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Digital Transformation, you will be a key player in ensuring our staff and students are ready to make the most of this cutting-edge environment. Your role is to bridge the gap between our high-tech new facilities and daily classroom practice, fostering a culture of digital curiosity and innovation across the college.

You will be responsible for researching and testing emerging technologies - including Generative AI, virtual classrooms, and immersive VR spaces - to ensure they are integrated effectively into our new learning zones. You will champion the ‘Access by Default’ principle, ensuring that the technology in our new buildings is inclusive and accessible to our diverse student body from day one. By collaborating with teaching teams, you will design and deliver training that turns these sophisticated digital tools into a natural part of the curriculum.

We are looking for an educator who can translate technical concepts into practical, high-impact teaching strategies. As we transition into our new home, you should be a proactive problem-solver who can inspire others to embrace change and new ways of working. If you are passionate about using world-class facilities to improve educational outcomes and want to help shape the future of digital pedagogy in a modern setting, we would love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

  • Lead Digital Adoption: Support and empower staff and students to effectively use digital tools, fostering a culture of curiosity and experimentation across the college.
  • Drive Innovation: Research and test-drive emerging technologies, such as Generative AI and immersive VR spaces, to enhance teaching and learning.
  • Deliver Expert Training: Design and provide training sessions that build digital confidence and make complex technology feel like a natural part of the curriculum.
  • Champion Accessibility: Act as the voice for ‘Access by Default,’ ensuring all digital resources and tools are inclusive and accessible to our diverse community of learners.
  • Collaborate across the group: Work closely with teaching teams and the wider Luminate Education Group to share best practices in Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL).

About You

  • A Digital Champion: You are a forward-thinking educator with a strong grasp of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL). You have a passion for exploring emerging trends—such as Generative AI and immersive VR—and understanding how they can practically improve teaching and learning.
  • An Expert Communicator: You have the unique ability to translate complex technical jargon into simple, actionable strategies. You lead with empathy and patience, ensuring that staff and students of all confidence levels feel supported and inspired to try new things.
  • Inclusive and Student-Focused: You are dedicated to ensuring that technology works for everyone. You understand how to design inclusive digital experiences and are committed to making sure our new facilities and tools are accessible to every member of our diverse college community.
  • Adaptable and Collaborative: You thrive in fast-paced environments and are excited by the prospect of moving into a state-of-the-art campus. You are a natural problem-solver and a restorative practitioner who enjoys working with others to turn big ideas into reality.

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave:
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
People’s Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa     (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us Harrogate College has excellent facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. We are working towards becoming a recognised centre of green excellence which is supported through our sustainability pledge to become a net zero college by 2035.We have recently been awarded £16m of government funding to transform our campus. The energy-efficient new building will include a workshop unit that provides large scale facilities aligned to industry needs including advanced manufacturing, low carbon construction, retrofit, sustainable energy and bioeconomy, health science and hospitality. This will complement the college’s existing tech centre which is home to its motor vehicle, electrical, joinery and welding workshops.Choosing to work for Harrogate College means that you will be part of a nurturing, inclusive and progressive learning environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Harrogate College.SAFEGUARDING At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION We recognise, value and champion diversity & Inclusion. As we engage with a diverse student population we want to ensure we reflect that in our staff population too. For us diversity is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. It is important to us that both staff and students achieve their full potential. Diversity is important to us, but inclusion is equally, if not more important. It’s not just about having the representation but also providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyone’s contributions and perspectives.RECRUITMENT AGENCIES We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly.

  • We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
  • We shall not be liable for any fee / commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.
Lead Engineer
Warburtons Ltd
Bolton
In office
Senior
£60,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Lead Engineer
Location: Bolton
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: 4 on 4 off
Salary: Up to £60,000

Are you an Engineering Team Leader or Lead Engineer with experience of working in a manufacturing environment and looking to progress or up for a new challenge?

Due to continued growth and investment in our Engineering-led manufacturing sites, we have an opportunity for an Engineering Team Leader to support our bakery in Bolton. As a key part of our Engineering team, you’ll engage and motivate a skilled team of engineers, utilising root cause analysis to identify and prioritise corrective, preventative, predictive and mitigating actions.

The Recipe

At our Bakery here in Bolton, the team are dedicated to delivering unbeatable quality in a safe manner with highly reliable equipment. We are proud to be leading and developing a collaborative, creative and responsive team at the cutting edge of engineering innovation. In this role you will lead, motivate, and manage a team of multi skilled engineers to drive a culture that delivers plant reliability, product quality, and safety in line with company standards. Working with the Engineering Manager you will have accountability for delivering the engineering strategy, via planned, corrective and reactive maintenance work.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager youll provide both hands-on technical support and day-to-day leadership, driving a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, ensuring high standards of performance, engagement, and professional development.
  • Coordinate and deliver planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime and improve line efficiency.
  • Ensure all engineering activities are carried out safely, in line with company policies, Health & Safety regulations, and Food Safety standards.
  • Manage priorities using the sites CMMS system logging, tracking, and closing work orders accurately.
  • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives, driving reliability, efficiency, and cost savings.
  • Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Technical teams to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Participate in audits, compliance checks, and engineering project delivery.
  • Lead by example, promoting a proactive, problem-solving culture within the team.

Essential Ingredients

Qualifications & Training

  • Time-served Engineering Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Multi-skilled Engineering.
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and leadership training.

Experience

  • Proven experience in a maintenance or leadership role within an FMCG, food, or manufacturing environment.
  • Strong background in managing, motivating, and developing engineering teams.
  • Experience using CMMS systems and good general IT literacy (Microsoft Office, data reporting tools, SAP).

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong understanding of engineering safety, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems.
  • Knowledge of Food Safety, Hygiene, and GMP standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and build strong working relationships.
  • Well-organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
  • A passion for continuous improvement and developing people.

Extra Dough

At last and by no means least you will want to know what your breads worth.

  • A slice of the annual profits (discretionary profit share)
  • Family time is important to us so as well as your holiday entitlement, we’ll give you the opportunity to purchase up to an extra weeks annual leave
  • Award winning pension scheme with company contributions of 7%
  • Life assurance
  • Products you will love along with deals and discounts for you and the family through our Extra Dough website
  • Continued investment in your personal development
  • Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy with your daily brew!
  • Support for your health and wellbeing, including access to free physiotherapy, 24/7 access to a confidential helpline for practical advice and a comprehensive occupational health service

We respect and value difference. We look to create an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Companies that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any other aspect which makes them unique, are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work, is the right thing to do.

Lead Full Stack Engineer
Develop
London
Hybrid
Senior
£100,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Lead Full Stack Engineer | Hybrid - 2 days onsite, London | £100,000 - £120,000 DOE

We’re partnering with a high-growth B2B PropTech SaaS business that’s transforming how property professionals access and leverage land data across the UK.

In just a few years, the company has built one of the most advanced property data platforms in the market, integrating thousands of data sources and processing terabytes of information with sub-24-hour latency. With strong product-market fit, continued revenue growth, and ambitious scaling plans, they’re now hiring a Lead Full Stack Engineer to help shape the next phase of the platform.

This is a hands-on leadership role within an engineering-led, collaborative environment, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing architectural ownership with meaningful day-to-day coding.

The Role

As Lead Full Stack Engineer, you’ll combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership and architectural oversight. You’ll drive technical excellence across the organisation, mentor engineers, and influence the long-term direction of the platform.

This is not a purely managerial role, you’ll contribute to the codebase daily while also shaping standards, systems, and engineering culture.

What You’ll Be Doing

Technical Leadership & Architecture

  • Provide architectural oversight across frontend, backend, and data infrastructure
  • Set engineering standards and champion best practices in scalability, reliability, and maintainability
  • Lead complex system design discussions, balancing speed, scope, and long-term scale
  • Shape the technical roadmap alongside product and data leaders

Hands-On Engineering

  • Develop high-quality front-end features using React (Vite) + Tailwind
  • Design and ship scalable, type-safe APIs using Node.js, Express, and tRPC
  • Optimise and maintain PostgreSQL databases and query performance
  • Collaborate with the data team to evolve Elasticsearch-driven architecture
  • Own delivery of complex features from discovery through deployment and monitoring

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Impact

  • Mentor senior and mid-level engineers through pairing, reviews, and coaching
  • Foster a high-performance engineering culture built on ownership and continuous improvement
  • Work closely with product, design, and data stakeholders to ensure technical input shapes roadmap decisions
  • Translate complex technical challenges into clear, actionable insights for non-technical teams

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years’ experience in software engineering
  • 2-3+ years operating in a Lead, Staff, or Senior+ capacity
  • Proven experience building and scaling SaaS platforms
  • Experience leading architectural decisions and system design initiatives
  • Strong full-stack capability in modern JavaScript/TypeScript environments

Tech Stack

  • Frontend: React (Vite), Tailwind
  • Backend: Node.js, Express, tRPC
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch

Strong adjacent experience is also welcomed.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in PropTech or data-heavy platforms
  • Familiarity with UK property, planning, or geospatial datasets
  • Experience helping scale engineering teams in high-growth environments

Why Apply?

  • Hybrid working (2 days onsite in Central London)
  • Competitive salary + EMI scheme
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off + Christmas shutdown
  • Health cash plan (including dental)
  • £500 annual personal development budget
  • MacBook + home office contribution
  • Collaborative, ambitious team culture with regular socials and company trips

Interview Process

  • Initial video-based screening
  • Technical task (React + Tailwind + tRPC + PostgreSQL)
  • Technical walkthrough & system design interview
  • Final interview with senior leadership

If you’re an experienced engineer who thrives on combining technical depth with leadership impact, and you want to help scale a genuinely high-impact data platform, we’d love to share more.

Senior Quantitative Developer
Centrica
London
In office
Senior
Private salary

The Quantitative Analytics team at Centrica Energy is part of the Trading Analytics and Algorithms centre of excellence, and is responsible for:

  • Delivering quantitative analysis of complex and structured products, that provides insight to help traders to maximise value and manage risk
  • Designing and implementing complex mathematical models that allow for consistent pricing and joint risk quantification across multiple portfolios, enabling more holistic and optimal hedging decisions
  • Assisting originators in development of structured products across the Renewables, LNG, Gas & Power sectors.

As a Senior Quantitative Developer you will become part of an agile team of circa 10 people located across our offices in both London (UK) and Aalborg (Denmark), with a broad remit to support the development, and use of, our pricing and risk management models and systems. As well as consulting on software design, systems architecture and software engineering practices.

This role will be situated in our London or Aalborg office and the successful candidate will be required to:

  • Produce high quality increments to the team’s model library - working both individually and collaboratively.
  • Providing leadership in areas such as object modelling & interface design, automated testing & refactoring and performance optimisation.
  • Provide support to Trading & Origination on model usage and behaviour.
  • Leverage the teams cross-asset expertise to connect business locations, helping to identify synergies and increase efficiency.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

  • Master’s Degree or PhD qualification within science, computing, mathematics or other quantitative subject.

  • Solid experience of code development in Python, including:

    • Experience developing in an Agile environment
    • Use of math/stats & testing libraries, as well as modern build tools.
    • Ability to refactor code and work effectively with legacy systems.
  • Knowledge of Object Orientation, Software Architecture and Design Patterns.

  • Good understanding of software testing practices (unit testing, integration testing, etc.). Knowledge of TDD and BDD is a strong plus.

  • Experience with DevOps practices and tooling (CI/CD, containerization etc) is desirable.

  • Familiarity with mathematical and statistical models used in finance, particularly with regards to derivatives pricing and risk management systems.

  • Familiarity or high level of interest in Energy / commodity markets.

  • Strong Communicator and fluent in English language.

  • Strong interpersonal skills.

#LI-CET

Lead DevOps Engineer
Quest Global Engineering Limited
Preston
In office
Senior
£70,000
+1

Job Requirements

Position description:

Responsible for architecting and implementing full end-to-end Teamcenter DevOps pipelines. The pipelines will deploy customized customer-specific solutions to running Teamcenter systems following industry-standard practices and innovative technology usage. The ideal candidate will have

  1. Strong fundamental understanding of DevOps concepts and underlying core-components used in DevOps pipelines like Orchestrator, Artifact repository, Source code management etc.
  2. Good familiarity and experience with DevOps pipeline orchestration tools like Jenkins, Bamboo, Azure DevOps etc.
  3. General software architecture experience good understanding of software architectures, design-patterns, and standards. Familiarity with enterprise friendly software architecture aspects is another added advantage e.g. SSL, communications, firewalls, proxy usage etc.
  4. Familiarity with Teamcenter software landscape and architectures is a must.
  5. Experience with modern containerization technologies like Docker.
  6. Experience with standard out-of-the-box DevOps tools like Nexus, JFrog, Maven, ANT etc.
  7. Usage of command-line tools and automated/silent execution of DevOps tools.
  8. Excellent scripting skills with modern scripting/programming languages, preferably Python or Ansible.
  9. Prior experience with other TC DevOps solutions would be added advantage.

Work Experience

  • Strong problem-solving skills and logical thinking ability.
  • Good aptitude and motivation for learning, including self-learning technical concepts. Candidate must be good in reviewing and learning official technical documentation for industry standard tools.
  • Familiarity and high level of confidence with at least one programming language, preferably Python or Java.
  • Good understanding of software architectures and communication protocols.
  • Good to have points:
  • Understanding of background services and automation skills.
  • Familiarity with command-line tools.
  • Basic understanding of containerization technologies, for example: Docker.
  • UK national with ability to get SC clearance
Head of IT
Michael Page
Ashbourne
Remote or hybrid
Leader
£60,000 - £65,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The Head of IT will lead the digital strategy and oversee the development and implementation of innovative technology solutions within the Not For Profit sector. This permanent position offers a fantastic opportunity to shape and drive digital transformation.

Client Details

The organisation is a well-established and respected entity within the Not For Profit sector. They are a medium-sized company committed to making a meaningful impact through the application of technology and digital solutions.

Description

Develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy to support organisational goals.
Oversee the delivery of digital projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities for digital innovation and improvement.
Ensure the organisation’s digital platforms are user-friendly, secure, and optimised for accessibility.
Lead the evaluation and selection of technology solutions and vendors.
Monitor digital trends and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions.
Manage and support the digital team, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.
Report on digital performance metrics and provide insights to stakeholders.Profile

A successful Head of IT should have:

Proven expertise in leading digital strategies and delivering technology solutions.
Strong knowledge of digital platforms and emerging technologies within the Not For Profit sector.
Experience managing teams and collaborating with various stakeholders.
Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering results.
Ability to analyse data and metrics to inform digital decision-making.
A relevant qualification in technology, digital marketing, or a related field.Job Offer

Competitive salary ranging from £60000 to £65000 per annum.
Permanent role with opportunities to lead and innovate within the Not For Profit sector.
Inclusive and supportive company culture.
Generous holiday leave and additional benefits.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of IT to make a meaningful impact. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply now

Senior Developer
UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING
Stirling
In office
Senior
£47,389/day - £56,535/day
+1

The Post

The Senior Developer plays a pivotal role in the design, development, delivery and ongoing maintenance of software systems that support the university’s strategic and operational needs. The postholder will lead development lifecycles, ensuring that software solutions are robust, secure, scalable and aligned with best practice.

Working in a rapidly evolving technological environment, the Senior Developer will take responsibility for creating, maintaining and improving systems, as well as diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues. The role requires close collaboration with stakeholders across the university, translating business requirements into effective technical solutions. As a subject matter expert, the post‑holder will also contribute to future planning, recommending improvements and innovations across the university’s digital ecosystem.

Description of Duties

  • Lead the design, development, coding, security and installation of software solutions across a wide range of information systems
  • Manage and oversee the full software development lifecycle of solutions
  • Work with business customers to assess operational feasibility by analysing requirements, defining problems, evaluating options and proposing solutions
  • Develop software solutions by engaging with stakeholders at all levels, understanding information needs, system flows, data usage and business processes
  • Investigate and resolve complex problem areas across systems and integrations
  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the software development lifecycle
  • Produce high-quality documentation including flowcharts, diagrams, layouts, code comments and clear coding patterns to support maintainability
  • Supervise external developers and contractors, ensuring adherence to university coding standards and lifecycle processes
  • Support technical engagement with third-party suppliers and contract managers for cloud and on-premise systems
  • Define and implement system specifications, standards and programming approaches
  • Provide supervision, guidance and technical leadership to developers and other colleagues
  • Conduct systems analysis and recommend improvements to processes, policies and procedures
  • Use security-by-design to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and security of information and systems
  • Ensure systems meet required accessibility standards and support inclusive digital experiences

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline
  • Substantial professional software development experience

Knowledge & Experience

  • Strong proficiency in Java development and use of APIs
  • Experience of modern CI/CD including version control
  • Experience across the full software development lifecycle, from conception and architecture through to delivery and maintenance
  • Strong understanding of professional software engineering practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing and operational support
  • Ability to ensure products and web services meet standards of security, reliability, cost‑effectiveness and scalability
  • Experience developing and supporting large‑scale enterprise applications
  • Experience working in cross‑functional teams and contributing to product and engineering decisions

Skills & Attributes

  • A customer‑focused approach to service design, delivery and evaluation
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and advocacy skills
  • Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise documentation
  • Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work systematically in a busy environment
  • Ability to gather, analyse and interpret information effectively
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Strong user‑centred approach to development
  • Logical thinking and strong analytical skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and as part of a team
  • Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
  • Commitment to continuous professional development

Desirable Criteria

Knowledge & Experience

  • Experience working with student records systems such as Banner or SITS
  • Experience of Git, Jenkins or other relevant devops tools
  • Full‑stack development experience (frontend and backend)
  • Knowledge of ITIL, Prince2 or Agile
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and containerisation/orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Docker

Additional Information

*X2 positions available*

Full time

Fixed term for up to 2 years

The closing date for applications is midnight on Thursday 26 March 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 01 April 2026.

There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship depending on candidate circumstances under SOC code 2134.

The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff and ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is woven into the substance of the role. We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including gender, identity, race, age, class, and ethnicity.

For a full description of duties and essential/desirable criteria please click the apply button, which will take you directly to the University Website.

Engineering Technical Lead
EVOLVE IN RECRUITMENT LTD
Manchester
Hybrid
Senior
£95,000

Job Title: Technical Lead / Staff Software Engineer//Engineering Lead/Technical Director/Chief Engineer

Salary: £63,000 - £103,000

Location: Manchester

Our client is seeking enthusiastic and proactive individuals to join their growing team. Working in a busy but dynamic environment, you will Join our clients Digital & Data team working alongside product, design and a wide range of other experts and cross-disciplinary teams to bring ideas to life through innovative software solutions. This is a hybrid role with two days in the office in Central London.

Our client has over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And have a deep expertise in a number of areas not limited to but including consumer and manufacturing, defence financial services and transport. With teams that operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, the US, Nordics, and Netherlands.

Job Description

Why consider joining the Digital & Data community

  • Grow a flexible and unique career within a trust-based environment that values excellence, innovation, and curiosity. You have the option to progress with us on a technical career track. No need to go onto the Partner career track if this doesnt align with what you want to do.
  • Work on a broad variety of projects and tech stacks for clients across seven sectors - no project is ever the same

Tech stack required ideally:

While we advocate for using the right tech for the right task, you can expect to work with the following technologies to ensure scalable, high-performance applications:

  • Programming Languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#
  • Frameworks: Vue/Angular/React/Node/Next, Spring/Spring Boot, .NET/ASP.NET
  • Cloud platforms: AWS, GCP, Azure
  • CI/CD:Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps
  • IaC: Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Bicep
  • Pragmatic and safe usage of AI through the SDLC (e.g. using MCP to combine tools in interesting and effective ways)

Qualifications

Essential requirements

  • Experience in managing and technically leading a software engineering team
  • Soft-skills to interact with clients, demonstrating credibility in technology and overall delivery
  • Proven capability in shaping the end-to-end software delivery lifecycle, driving improvements across development, testing, deployment, and operational phases.
  • Ability to implement infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and efficient release management strategies.
  • Enhance system performance using load testing, caching, and optimizing database queries and application logic for better scalability and response times.
  • Expertise in modern engineering standards such as TDD, contract testing, and secure coding, as well as architectural patterns like event-driven architecture and platform migration.
  • Experience providing technical subject matter expertise to shape bids and client proposals. Can present proposed approaches and discuss technical implementation with prospective clients during the sales process

You are required to be able to work in the UK full time without restriction and be eligible forSC clearance.If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience required for this role, then please apply to Evolve Recruitment, Kingston upon Thames for more information.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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