Cathcart Technology

Lead Java Engineer (Hands-On) 80% Coding Technical Leadership Modern Platform Remote First (office visit once a month) - You must live within 1 hr 30 of South Manchester 70,000 - 85,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits My client is not able to provide Visa sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are building modern platforms within a complex and meaningful domain. They've embedded Agile and XP practices across engineering, and they're now hiring a hands-on Principal Java Engineer to help lead delivery, raise standards, and support the growth of their teams. This is not an "architect who doesn't code" role. The expectation is that you'll be around 80% hands-on , building software alongside the team. The Opportunity You'll work as part of a Scrum team delivering real product outcomes, while also contributing to the broader engineering direction. The hands-off element of the role includes: helping lead Scrum ceremonies and delivery mentoring and coaching engineers collaborating with other Principals and the Development Manager contributing to architectural decisions and technical direction It's a role for someone who still loves coding, but also enjoys influencing how teams work and how systems evolve. Tech Stack & Practices Java, Spring Boot TDD, pairing, strong automated testing culture CI/CD, continuous delivery mindset AWS (with a mix of approaches including serverless) Docker, Kubernetes Terraform / DevOps tooling AWS and DevOps exposure is very beneficial at Principal level - but they're not looking for a pure DevOps engineer. The core of the role is still Java engineering. What They're Looking For Deep, hands-on Java experience with strong engineering judgement Proven ability to influence standards and mentor engineers Comfortable balancing delivery with technical leadership Strong understanding of building maintainable, scalable systems Experience working in Agile teams with modern practices Bonus points for AWS, containerisation, IaC, etc. What's In It For You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Clear scope: still hands-on, but with meaningful technical influence Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A collaborative, mature engineering culture Complex systems, long-term platform work, and real impact Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if you're not actively looking, it's a great time to explore what they're building. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Java Engineer Modern Stack TDD & CI/CD Complex Systems Remote First (office visit once a month) - you must live within 1hr 30 of South Manchester 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits my client is not able to provide sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are continuing to modernise a complex platform within a highly regulated domain. They've built a strong engineering culture around Agile and XP practices, and they're now looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join one of their Scrum teams. This is a role for someone who is genuinely hands-on, enjoys solving tricky problems, and cares about building software the right way - clean code, testing, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Opportunity You'll join a cross-functional team working on large-scale systems that have real-world impact. Engineering standards are taken seriously here, but it's not dogmatic - it's practical, delivery-focused, and built around doing things sustainably. The Senior role is almost entirely hands-on , but they're looking for someone with the experience and maturity to: mentor other engineers lead by example contribute to good engineering practices help the team deliver reliably Tech Stack & Practices The core platform is Java-based, supported by a modern mix of tooling: Java, Spring Boot TDD / automated testing CI/CD and modern delivery pipelines AWS (including serverless approaches in places) Docker, Kubernetes Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.) You don't need to tick every box - strong Java + good engineering habits are the priority. Exposure to AWS and DevOps tooling is a nice bonus. What They're Looking For Strong experience building backend systems with Java & Spring Boot Comfortable working with TDD and modern engineering practices Experience delivering production software in Agile teams Someone who enjoys mentoring and helping others grow Collaborative mindset - pairing, code reviews, shared ownership Bonus points for AWS, Docker/Kubernetes, Terraform, etc. What's In It For You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A genuinely good engineering culture (not just "Agile" on paper) Meaningful work, complex systems, and long-term platform thinking Plenty of room to learn and grow Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more info - even if you don't have a CV ready, we're happy to chat. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

A global market-leading healthcare technology business in Edinburgh is looking for an Implementation Project Manager initially on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a great chance of it converting to a permanent role. The organisation is trusted by hospitals and healthcare providers and has a reputation for delivering AI-driven solutions that streamline healthcare operations and provide clinicia click apply for full job details

A global market-leading healthcare technology business in Edinburgh is looking for an Implementation Project Manager initially on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a great chance of it converting to a permanent role. The organisation is trusted by hospitals and healthcare providers and has a reputation for delivering AI-driven solutions that streamline healthcare operations and provide clinicians with smarter insights. With a record-breaking quarter recently behind them, this is an exciting opportunity to work with a company that is both innovative and highly respected. This is an end-to-end project role with genuine ownership. You'll lead complex, client-facing software implementations for healthcare providers, seeing projects through from initiation to handover, and ensuring solutions are delivered efficiently, adopted successfully, and generate real value. About the Company This organisation was one of the first in its field to bring AI into real-world healthcare environments not as a gimmick, but as practical technology embedded directly into existing systems. Their platform enables clinicians to access multiple advanced applications through a single, integrated environment, removing the friction of disconnected tools and helping teams work smarter under increasing time pressure. Rather than replacing healthcare professionals, their technology is designed to support them, reducing workload, accelerating workflows, and enabling faster, better-informed decisions. The business is experiencing high client demand and has a bright future roadmap, continuing to strengthen its position as a trusted partner to healthcare organisations globally. The company still has a start-up feel with an innovative and collaborative environment. The culture is second to none, with very positive workplace metrics (well above average), reflecting how well it treats and supports its people. The Role You will coordinate across internal teams, external partners, and healthcare clients to deliver high-quality software implementations. You will manage scope, timelines, and resources, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and ensure a smooth transition to operational teams. Projects are primarily delivered using Waterfall methodology, so a structured, methodical approach is essential. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end client implementation projects, managing scope, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, partners, and internal teams, facilitating communication and collaboration. Proactively identify and manage risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies and escalating when necessary. Maintain detailed project plans, track milestones, and report on project progress, ensuring alignment with contractual commitments. Coordinate training and enablement activities to support client adoption and operational readiness. Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and best practices across the team. About You Proven experience delivering client-facing software projects from end-to-end - essential Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, engaging technical and non-technical audiences alike Excellent planning, organisational, and risk management capabilities, with high attention to detail Familiarity with structured project delivery methodologies, primarily Waterfall, and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, Asana) Background in healthcare technology, healthcare environments, and professional certifications such as PMP or CSM are a plus Strong commercial acumen, understanding the business and client impact of project decisions Enthusiastic, energetic, and proactive, taking ownership to drive projects forward while maintaining a collaborative approach This role comes with a salary up to 70,000 plus benefits. It is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to convert to permanent as soon as possible. The company operates a remote-first working model, with the team meeting in Edinburgh every couple of months, and with the expectation that candidates can also attend ad hoc company events, client meetings etc. There may also be occasional travel to Europe with all travel and expenses fully covered If this sounds interesting, please apply or contact Murray Simpson. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

I'm working with a world-class, product-led technolog y company in Edinburgh to help them find a Data Engineer to join their growing team ( hybrid working , typically 1-2 days in the office). This is an opportunity to join a business operating at serious scale , building data systems that power products used by millions of customers . You'll be joining a high-performing data engineering team where data is central to how the organisation makes decisions. The team is responsible for building and maintaining both batch and streaming pipelines that support analytics, machine learning and key business reporting. It's a fully hands-on role in a modern, cloud-first environment, working on scalable , production-grade data solutions. As a Data Engineer, you'll design, develop and maintain reliable data pipelines and infrastructure, with a strong focus on data quality, performance and clean engineering standards. You'll collaborate closely with analysts, data scientists and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality, consumable datasets while contributing to best practices across the wider platform. You'll be working heavily with Python , SQL and Spark , using tools such as Databricks , Airflow , dbt and Kafka within AWS . Experience with modern data stacks is important, along with a solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, ETL/ELT processing , dimensional modelling and both batch and real-time ingestion patterns. Given the scale they operate at, reliability and performance are critical . Experience building robust pipelines, working with orchestration and monitoring tools, and contributing to well-tested, scalable data solutions will be highly valuable. The organisation has grown significantly over the past few years and continues to scale, meaning there is genuine scope for progression as the data function continues to expand. Their office is based in central Edinburgh and offers a great environment for collaboration when onsite. In return, they're offering a competitive salary and an excellent overall benefits package which includes a bonus and unlimited holidays . Hybrid working is standard (ideally 1-2 days in the office). If you're keen to join a fast-growing, data-driven organisation where you can work on systems operating at real scale, please apply or get in touch with Matthew MacAlpine at Cathcart Technology for a chat. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Python Developer - 9 Months - Outside IR35 Python Developer required by a leading tech company for an initial 9-month contract. It's fully remote, outside IR35, and will likely extend long-term due to the amount of work they have in the pipeline. The Role: You will be part of a rapidly growing software team helping to deliver their leading analytics application that is being used to help drive critical decision-making from gathering large amounts of intelligence on humanity and its use around the world - tech for good, you could say! As a Python Developer, you will be responsible for various tasks, mainly focusing on writing Python code to process and load data into the client's proprietary service. The main tools you will be using day to day are: Python Django ETL pipelines Docker AWS You: Our customer is looking for someone well-versed with the above tools/technologies, and they need someone who has a strong understanding of Python and is willing to roll their sleeves up as this project is critical for them. As a team member, they expect you to pick up their tooling pretty quickly, work closely with others in the group and help build upon an already industry-leading product. Rate / Process: Depending on the candidate's preference, this urgent role based in Bath can offer a hybrid or fully remote working model. It's a two-stage interview process consisting of a call with the Head of Engineering and other team members. We can organise interviews within a few days as this is an absolute priority across the business. Rate-wise, it's paying 400 - 450 per day + VAT. If this interests you, please apply immediately and call Andy Weir at Cathcart Technology. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A well-established organisation in Glasgow is looking for an IT Support Engineer to join the IT team (hybrid). This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality first and second line support to internal users, helping to ensure the smooth operation of business-critical systems and a great end-user experience. What You'll Be Doing: You'll be at the heart of the organisation's day-to-day IT operations, acting as a go-to expert for technical support across desktops, laptops, mobile devices. From onboarding new starters and provisioning equipment to diagnosing complex faults and resolving incidents, you'll take real ownership of issues from start to finish. You'll monitor and respond to alerts across modern security and cloud platforms such as Sophos, Zscaler, Azure and Microsoft 365, ensuring systems remain secure, stable and efficient. Working both on-site and remotely, you'll collaborate with colleagues and third-party suppliers to troubleshoot issues, maintain hardware and software, and continuously improve IT services. This is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same so it's ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, supporting people and making a visible impact. You'll ideally have most of the following: You'll be a confident and customer-focused IT support professional who thrives in a busy support environment. You'll be comfortable managing your own workload while working collaboratively as part of a wider team, and you'll deliver a professional service to users with varying levels of technical ability. An IT-related qualification and/or relevant higher education Hands-on technical support experience Experience supporting Microsoft-based environments Experience working with / in an Azure environment Strong troubleshooting, communication and organisational skills. Valid UK drivers' licence and vehicle (occasional travel to sites) This role comes with a salary up to 35,000 + benefits and offers hybrid working in Glasgow (1/2 days in office) . The office is a short walk from a train station and has onsite parking so is easy to get to. If this sounds interesting, please apply or contact Matt MacAlpine. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

A growing product-led 'Tech for Good' organisation in Edinburgh is looking for a Software Engineer in Test (SDET) to join one of their mobile product squads . This role will play a key part in shaping how quality is delivered across their customer-facing mobile platform, taking ownership of test automation and helping the team build reliable, scalable software as the product continues to evolve. You'll be joining an Agile product team with strong momentum, working closely with Engineers, Product and Design to deliver improvements and new features used by customers across the UK. With exciting projects already underway and more planned, this is a great time to join and influence how quality and automation are approached moving forward. This role offers real ownership. You'll take the lead on automation strategy within the squad, building and maintaining mobile automation tests while helping embed quality-focused engineering practices within the team. There's also scope to improve tooling, processes and overall test coverage as the platform continues to grow. The environment is highly collaborative , with teams focused on continuous improvement, delivering working software, and making life easier for the next person working on the codebase. Automation, TDD principles and a "build it, run it" mindset are all part of how teams operate. You'll ideally have experience with most of the following: Strong automation testing experience, ideally including mobile applications Experience building and maintain automated test suites (Appium or similar tools) Experience testing both front-end and back-end systems API testing knowledge (e.g. Postman or similar tools) Ability to translate requirements and user stories into meaningful test coverage Experience working closely with Developers and Product teams in Agile environments You'll work as part of a product squad, with opportunities to collaborate with other SETs and Engineers across the wider organisation. You'll act as the quality champion for your team while contributing to broader automation and quality initiatives. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving technical challenges, and helping teams deliver better software through strong automation and testing practices. Their offices are on the outskirts of Edinburgh , within walking distance of public transport links, with free onsite parking available. They support hybrid working , where you'd be expected onsite around three days per week for team collaboration. In return, they offer a salary of 45k- 65k depending on experience, alongside a strong benefits package including a 35-hour working week, private healthcare, 15% pension, annual bonus, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and more. If you'd like to find out more, please apply or drop Doug Paget a message via LinkedIn for an informal chat. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.