Vehicle Systems Engineer Remote (Ideally Midlands-based and no sponsorship available) Up to £60,000 Per Year Pension, Bonus, Life Insurance, Healthcare, etc. Skills and Experience: Strong programming skillset, must include Python and C/C++ Experience of vehicle systems, including diagnostics and electrical architecture Deep technical knowledge of diagnostic standards (e.g. SAE J1939, SAE J1979) Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Proactive planner who can manage a broad workload and maintain momentum Confident communicator with internal teams, Original Equipment Manufacturers and fleet customers Commercially aware and outcome-focused Comfortable working with physical vehicles and diagnostic hardware Must have had experience being responsible for sourcing and reverse engineering vehicles to read data Work closely with the Embedded & Vehicle Systems team to translate findings into firmware and application updates Contribute to root cause analysis for vehicle compatibility issues raised in the field Support pre-sales and account management with vehicle compatibility assessments where required Identify and access vehicle data through interfaces such as OBDII, proprietary connectors, inductive sensors and direct vehicle loom access Capture and log raw vehicle data in a structured and contextualised format enabling analysis and simulation The Opportunity: My client based in the sustainability sector are currently on the lookout for a Vehicle Systems Engineer on a permanent basis. Within this role you will be responsible for acquiring, researching and reverse engineering the latest EV and commercial vehicles to extract the key data that underpins my client s behaviour and efficiency platform and in turn this will be enabling full functionality of in-cab products. You will support these responsibilities through automating processes and tooling. The role requires a methodical, proactive approach to building and maintaining a vehicle integration pipeline, delivering a growing portfolio of integrated vehicles. It also demands strong stakeholder relationships with vehicle OEMs, builders and fleet operators. The role is fully remote however they have said Midlands preferred as there is travel to OEM and client sites involved within the role. Applications: To learn more about our client and this great opportunity on offer working as a Vehicle Systems Engineer base in the Midlands region of England; please call and speak with John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment or please email me a copy of your very latest CV and I ll call you back to discuss the role in more detail.
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Vehicle Systems Engineer Remote (Ideally Midlands-based and no sponsorship available) Up to £60,000 Per Year Pension, Bonus, Life Insurance, Healthcare, etc. Skills and Experience: Strong programming skillset, must include Python and C/C++ Experience of vehicle systems, including diagnostics and electrical architecture Deep technical knowledge of diagnostic standards (e.g. SAE J1939, SAE J1979) Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Proactive planner who can manage a broad workload and maintain momentum Confident communicator with internal teams, Original Equipment Manufacturers and fleet customers Commercially aware and outcome-focused Comfortable working with physical vehicles and diagnostic hardware Must have had experience being responsible for sourcing and reverse engineering vehicles to read data Work closely with the Embedded & Vehicle Systems team to translate findings into firmware and application updates Contribute to root cause analysis for vehicle compatibility issues raised in the field Support pre-sales and account management with vehicle compatibility assessments where required Identify and access vehicle data through interfaces such as OBDII, proprietary connectors, inductive sensors and direct vehicle loom access Capture and log raw vehicle data in a structured and contextualised format enabling analysis and simulation The Opportunity: My client based in the sustainability sector are currently on the lookout for a Vehicle Systems Engineer on a permanent basis. Within this role you will be responsible for acquiring, researching and reverse engineering the latest EV and commercial vehicles to extract the key data that underpins my client s behaviour and efficiency platform and in turn this will be enabling full functionality of in-cab products. You will support these responsibilities through automating processes and tooling. The role requires a methodical, proactive approach to building and maintaining a vehicle integration pipeline, delivering a growing portfolio of integrated vehicles. It also demands strong stakeholder relationships with vehicle OEMs, builders and fleet operators. The role is fully remote however they have said Midlands preferred as there is travel to OEM and client sites involved within the role. Applications: To learn more about our client and this great opportunity on offer working as a Vehicle Systems Engineer base in the Midlands region of England; please call and speak with John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment or please email me a copy of your very latest CV and I ll call you back to discuss the role in more detail.
Security Architect (IAM) 6-month contract Remote Working Outside IR35 Market Rates (c£600 to £625 per day) The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Security Identity and Access Management Specialist to support the delivery of a secure, scalable and interoperable data-sharing infrastructure that allows organisations in different sectors to manage and exchange information securely while maintaining control over their own data. Working across multiple workstreams, you will be responsible for leading the design of security, identity and policy enforcement capabilities, focusing on federated identity, Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), policy-as-code and secure data discovery and access. You will be working closely with architects, governance leads, developers and stakeholders, that will see you translate business, risk and policy requirements into secure, scalable and practical technical solutions. This role is supporting a major public-sector organisation delivering a large-scale digital transformation programme - replacing legacy systems with a modern, integrated solution that will significantly enhance operational capability across critical services. Skills and Experience: Proven security architecture experience on complex federated enterprise solutions. Strong knowledge of federated identity, trust frameworks (e.g. Zero Trust) and IAM. Strong understanding of cloud, API and distributed system security. Practical experience with OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML and SCIM. Practical experience designing ABAC and policy-based access control solutions. Practical experience with Open Policy Agent and policy-as-code solutions at scale. Practical experience HMG security assurance (e.g. NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework). Ability to produce high-quality architecture and security design documentation. Ability to translate complex security concepts for technical and non-technical audiences. Comfortable working with ambiguity and shaping emerging requirements. Desirable Experience with federated data-sharing platforms or data ecosystems. Ontologies, semantic data models or knowledge graphs. Public sector, regulated industry, critical infrastructure or federated ecosystem solutions. Role and Responsibilities: Design security Non-Functional Requirements. Lead on service wide threat modelling. Define and implement ABAC and policy-as-code approaches using Open Policy Agent. Define patterns for discovery, access requests, policy enforcement and auditability. Design integration with identity providers, IAM platforms and node-level services. Support testing, validation and pilot activities to ensure consistent policy enforcement. NB: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic level of security clearance before undertaking the assignment (around two weeks lead-time). Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as a GDS-focused Security Identity and Access Management Specialist / Architect for an initial 6-month engagement, operating on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. Please contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Jul 31, 2026
Contractor
Security Architect (IAM) 6-month contract Remote Working Outside IR35 Market Rates (c£600 to £625 per day) The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Security Identity and Access Management Specialist to support the delivery of a secure, scalable and interoperable data-sharing infrastructure that allows organisations in different sectors to manage and exchange information securely while maintaining control over their own data. Working across multiple workstreams, you will be responsible for leading the design of security, identity and policy enforcement capabilities, focusing on federated identity, Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), policy-as-code and secure data discovery and access. You will be working closely with architects, governance leads, developers and stakeholders, that will see you translate business, risk and policy requirements into secure, scalable and practical technical solutions. This role is supporting a major public-sector organisation delivering a large-scale digital transformation programme - replacing legacy systems with a modern, integrated solution that will significantly enhance operational capability across critical services. Skills and Experience: Proven security architecture experience on complex federated enterprise solutions. Strong knowledge of federated identity, trust frameworks (e.g. Zero Trust) and IAM. Strong understanding of cloud, API and distributed system security. Practical experience with OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML and SCIM. Practical experience designing ABAC and policy-based access control solutions. Practical experience with Open Policy Agent and policy-as-code solutions at scale. Practical experience HMG security assurance (e.g. NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework). Ability to produce high-quality architecture and security design documentation. Ability to translate complex security concepts for technical and non-technical audiences. Comfortable working with ambiguity and shaping emerging requirements. Desirable Experience with federated data-sharing platforms or data ecosystems. Ontologies, semantic data models or knowledge graphs. Public sector, regulated industry, critical infrastructure or federated ecosystem solutions. Role and Responsibilities: Design security Non-Functional Requirements. Lead on service wide threat modelling. Define and implement ABAC and policy-as-code approaches using Open Policy Agent. Define patterns for discovery, access requests, policy enforcement and auditability. Design integration with identity providers, IAM platforms and node-level services. Support testing, validation and pilot activities to ensure consistent policy enforcement. NB: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic level of security clearance before undertaking the assignment (around two weeks lead-time). Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as a GDS-focused Security Identity and Access Management Specialist / Architect for an initial 6-month engagement, operating on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. Please contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Solutions Architect (Power Platform) Bristol, Avon (Hybrid-Working) Up to £70,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Private Medical Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Strong automation using Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure services Developing bespoke solutions using C#, SQL, JavaScript, Python and related technologies Supporting reporting, data warehousing and analytics requirements Applying practical understanding of AI and LLM-based solutions to improve business processes Introducing AI-enabled capabilities within agreed governance and compliance frameworks Identifying opportunities where AI or automation can deliver measurable business value Designing, developing and enhancing solutions with software providers aligned to business requirements Building and maintaining integrations between core systems and third-party platforms Reviewing existing configurations and customisations, recommending and delivering improvements Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, well-documented and supportable Ability to work closely with key stakeholders, project managers and Business Analysts The Opportunity: My client is looking for a Solution Architect that will be able to play a key role in driving the digital transformation and the implementation of leading technologies to enhance business processes. The role is an ideal opportunity to lead and collaborate on high impact business software initiatives, as well as a technical solution provider to their business, delivering high quality application enhancements, automation and integrations that improve efficiency, data quality and user experience. You must be based in the local area and be able to commute to the Bristol office. Applications: To learn more about our client and this great opportunity on offer working as a Solutions Architect (Power Platform) based in Bristol; please call and speak with John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment or please email me a copy of your very latest CV and I ll call you back to discuss the role in more detail. Please call John here at ISR to learn more about how our industry-leading client are expanding their team and how they are now looking to grow their wider technical capability as they enter an exciting period of growth?!
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Solutions Architect (Power Platform) Bristol, Avon (Hybrid-Working) Up to £70,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Private Medical Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Strong automation using Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure services Developing bespoke solutions using C#, SQL, JavaScript, Python and related technologies Supporting reporting, data warehousing and analytics requirements Applying practical understanding of AI and LLM-based solutions to improve business processes Introducing AI-enabled capabilities within agreed governance and compliance frameworks Identifying opportunities where AI or automation can deliver measurable business value Designing, developing and enhancing solutions with software providers aligned to business requirements Building and maintaining integrations between core systems and third-party platforms Reviewing existing configurations and customisations, recommending and delivering improvements Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, well-documented and supportable Ability to work closely with key stakeholders, project managers and Business Analysts The Opportunity: My client is looking for a Solution Architect that will be able to play a key role in driving the digital transformation and the implementation of leading technologies to enhance business processes. The role is an ideal opportunity to lead and collaborate on high impact business software initiatives, as well as a technical solution provider to their business, delivering high quality application enhancements, automation and integrations that improve efficiency, data quality and user experience. You must be based in the local area and be able to commute to the Bristol office. Applications: To learn more about our client and this great opportunity on offer working as a Solutions Architect (Power Platform) based in Bristol; please call and speak with John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment or please email me a copy of your very latest CV and I ll call you back to discuss the role in more detail. Please call John here at ISR to learn more about how our industry-leading client are expanding their team and how they are now looking to grow their wider technical capability as they enter an exciting period of growth?!
Solutions Architect (Power Platform) Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working) Up to £70,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Private Medical Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Strong automation using Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure services Developing bespoke solutions using C#, SQL, JavaScript, Python and related technologies Supporting reporting, data warehousing and analytics requirements Applying practical understanding of AI and LLM-based solutions to improve business processes Introducing AI-enabled capabilities within agreed governance and compliance frameworks Identifying opportunities where AI or automation can deliver measurable business value Designing, developing and enhancing solutions with software providers aligned to business requirements Building and maintaining integrations between core systems and third-party platforms Reviewing existing configurations and customisations, recommending and delivering improvements Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, well-documented and supportable Ability to work closely with key stakeholders, project managers and Business Analysts The Opportunity: My client is looking for a Solution Architect that will be able to play a key role in driving the digital transformation and the implementation of leading technologies to enhance business processes. The role is an ideal opportunity to lead and collaborate on high impact business software initiatives, as well as a technical solution provider to their business, delivering high quality application enhancements, automation and integrations that improve efficiency, data quality and user experience. You must be based in the local area and be able to commute to the Exeter office. Applications: To learn more about our client and this great opportunity on offer working as a Solutions Architect (Power Platform) based in Exeter; please call and speak with John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment or please email me a copy of your very latest CV and I ll call you back to discuss the role in more detail. Please call John here at ISR to learn more about how our industry-leading client are expanding their team and how they are now looking to grow their wider technical capability as they enter an exciting period of growth?!
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Solutions Architect (Power Platform) Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working) Up to £70,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Private Medical Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Strong automation using Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure services Developing bespoke solutions using C#, SQL, JavaScript, Python and related technologies Supporting reporting, data warehousing and analytics requirements Applying practical understanding of AI and LLM-based solutions to improve business processes Introducing AI-enabled capabilities within agreed governance and compliance frameworks Identifying opportunities where AI or automation can deliver measurable business value Designing, developing and enhancing solutions with software providers aligned to business requirements Building and maintaining integrations between core systems and third-party platforms Reviewing existing configurations and customisations, recommending and delivering improvements Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, well-documented and supportable Ability to work closely with key stakeholders, project managers and Business Analysts The Opportunity: My client is looking for a Solution Architect that will be able to play a key role in driving the digital transformation and the implementation of leading technologies to enhance business processes. The role is an ideal opportunity to lead and collaborate on high impact business software initiatives, as well as a technical solution provider to their business, delivering high quality application enhancements, automation and integrations that improve efficiency, data quality and user experience. You must be based in the local area and be able to commute to the Exeter office. Applications: To learn more about our client and this great opportunity on offer working as a Solutions Architect (Power Platform) based in Exeter; please call and speak with John Noonan here at ISR Recruitment or please email me a copy of your very latest CV and I ll call you back to discuss the role in more detail. Please call John here at ISR to learn more about how our industry-leading client are expanding their team and how they are now looking to grow their wider technical capability as they enter an exciting period of growth?!
User Researcher (GDS Discovery) 6-month contract Remote Working Outside IR35 Market Rates (c£475 per day) The Opportunity: Our client is supporting a major UK Government Agency on a high-profile digital transformation programme and is seeking an experienced User Researcher to join a multidisciplinary team delivering a critical Discovery phase. Working within a Government Digital Service (GDS) environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring that future services are designed around genuine user needs and supported by robust evidence. You'll plan and deliver user research across a range of operational user groups, uncovering valuable insights that help shape service design, validate hypotheses and inform future Alpha delivery. Working closely with Product Managers, Service Designers, Business Analysts, Architects and other User-Centred Design (UCD) professionals, you'll help build a comprehensive understanding of user behaviours, pain points and opportunities for service improvement. This role would suit an experienced consultant with a strong background delivering Discovery projects within UK Government or other highly regulated environments. Skills and Experience: Proven experience delivering User Research within GDS Discovery phases or comparable complex digital transformation programmes. Strong qualitative research experience, including: User interviews / Workshops / Contextual enquiry / Observational research /Stakeholder engagement Experience researching complex operational services involving multiple user groups and organisational stakeholders. Ability to synthesise research into clear user needs, personas, epics and actionable recommendations. Experience validating user journeys, service maps and future service concepts. Good understanding of accessibility standards, inclusive research practices and the ethical handling of research data. Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working within multidisciplinary Agile delivery teams, delivering digital transformation programmes Experience working within UK Government or wider Public Sector organisations, ideally with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Manual and Discovery methodologies. Experience working alongside Service Designers, Product Managers and Business Analysts. Knowledge of case management, incident management, healthcare or other operationally complex public services. Experience supporting Alpha planning and service design activities. Evidence-led service design and a proven track record delivering successful GDS Discovery engagements, we'd love to hear from you. Role and Responsibilities: Develop and maintain the User Research Plan, selecting appropriate research methods and ensuring accessibility and inclusivity are considered throughout. Work collaboratively with stakeholders to identify and recruit participants representing a range of operational and organisational user groups. Plan, facilitate and analyse interviews, workshops, contextual enquiries and other qualitative research activities. Produce clear, evidence-based findings that identify user needs, behaviours, pain points, personas and epics. Validate user journeys, service maps, operational processes and future service hypotheses. Translate complex research findings into practical recommendations that inform product and service decisions, presenting research findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Contribute to the Discovery Report, Alpha recommendations and future delivery planning. Work closely with the Lead UCD Consultant, Service Designers, Business Analysts, Product Managers and Technical Architects within a multidisciplinary Agile team. Champion user-centred design principles throughout the Discovery lifecycle. NB: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic level of security clearance before undertaking the assignment (around one weeks lead-time). Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as a GDS-focused User Researcher for an initial 6-month engagement, operating on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. If you're an experienced User Researcher with a strong background in GDS Discovery , business process analysis and stakeholder engagement, and you're looking to play a key role in shaping the future of a critical Government service we'd love to hear from you; p lease contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Jul 31, 2026
Contractor
User Researcher (GDS Discovery) 6-month contract Remote Working Outside IR35 Market Rates (c£475 per day) The Opportunity: Our client is supporting a major UK Government Agency on a high-profile digital transformation programme and is seeking an experienced User Researcher to join a multidisciplinary team delivering a critical Discovery phase. Working within a Government Digital Service (GDS) environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring that future services are designed around genuine user needs and supported by robust evidence. You'll plan and deliver user research across a range of operational user groups, uncovering valuable insights that help shape service design, validate hypotheses and inform future Alpha delivery. Working closely with Product Managers, Service Designers, Business Analysts, Architects and other User-Centred Design (UCD) professionals, you'll help build a comprehensive understanding of user behaviours, pain points and opportunities for service improvement. This role would suit an experienced consultant with a strong background delivering Discovery projects within UK Government or other highly regulated environments. Skills and Experience: Proven experience delivering User Research within GDS Discovery phases or comparable complex digital transformation programmes. Strong qualitative research experience, including: User interviews / Workshops / Contextual enquiry / Observational research /Stakeholder engagement Experience researching complex operational services involving multiple user groups and organisational stakeholders. Ability to synthesise research into clear user needs, personas, epics and actionable recommendations. Experience validating user journeys, service maps and future service concepts. Good understanding of accessibility standards, inclusive research practices and the ethical handling of research data. Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working within multidisciplinary Agile delivery teams, delivering digital transformation programmes Experience working within UK Government or wider Public Sector organisations, ideally with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Manual and Discovery methodologies. Experience working alongside Service Designers, Product Managers and Business Analysts. Knowledge of case management, incident management, healthcare or other operationally complex public services. Experience supporting Alpha planning and service design activities. Evidence-led service design and a proven track record delivering successful GDS Discovery engagements, we'd love to hear from you. Role and Responsibilities: Develop and maintain the User Research Plan, selecting appropriate research methods and ensuring accessibility and inclusivity are considered throughout. Work collaboratively with stakeholders to identify and recruit participants representing a range of operational and organisational user groups. Plan, facilitate and analyse interviews, workshops, contextual enquiries and other qualitative research activities. Produce clear, evidence-based findings that identify user needs, behaviours, pain points, personas and epics. Validate user journeys, service maps, operational processes and future service hypotheses. Translate complex research findings into practical recommendations that inform product and service decisions, presenting research findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Contribute to the Discovery Report, Alpha recommendations and future delivery planning. Work closely with the Lead UCD Consultant, Service Designers, Business Analysts, Product Managers and Technical Architects within a multidisciplinary Agile team. Champion user-centred design principles throughout the Discovery lifecycle. NB: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic level of security clearance before undertaking the assignment (around one weeks lead-time). Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as a GDS-focused User Researcher for an initial 6-month engagement, operating on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. If you're an experienced User Researcher with a strong background in GDS Discovery , business process analysis and stakeholder engagement, and you're looking to play a key role in shaping the future of a critical Government service we'd love to hear from you; p lease contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
AWS / Data Platform / Cloud / Security Architect Remote Working Outside IR35 Market Rates Start Date - September 2026 The Opportunity: Our client is seeking an experienced Data Platform, Cloud or Security Architect to support the design of a strategic Unified Data Platform for a major UK public sector organisation. This is a high-profile architecture engagement that will help shape the future data capabilities of a nationally significant programme. Working alongside senior architecture consultants and client stakeholders, you'll play a key role in refining the target architecture, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security, governance, operational and non-functional requirements, whilst supporting the organisation through internal architecture review and approval processes. This engagement offers the opportunity to influence the design of a modern cloud-native data platform built around AWS, Databricks and Enterprise Data Governance principles. Skills and Experience: Essential Proven experience operating as an AWS- focussed Data Platform Architect, Cloud Architect, Security Architect or Enterprise Architect within large-scale, complex environments. Strong experience designing modern cloud-based data platforms using AWS. Experience designing enterprise-scale Data Lake and Lakehouse architectures. Strong knowledge of Amazon S3 storage strategies, including Bronze, Silver and Gold data layer architectures. Experience designing scalable data ingestion, integration and orchestration solutions. Strong understanding of Databricks architecture and data engineering patterns. Experience developing enterprise architecture documentation and supporting architecture governance processes. Strong understanding of Data Governance, security and operational best practice. Experience defining non-functional requirements including resilience, scalability, availability, performance and operational support. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Experience designing or implementing solutions involving: AWS Data Services Databricks Lakehouse Platform Enterprise Data Governance Cloud Security Architecture Data Integration API-led Architecture Data Quality Frameworks Metadata Management Data Lineage Observability and Monitoring Enterprise Architecture Frameworks Public Sector or Government Digital programmes Technologies Experience across a number of the following technologies would be highly advantageous: AWS / Amazon S3 / Databricks / Lakehouse Architecture / Data Lakes / Data Governance / APIs / Cloud Integration / Enterprise Architecture / Security Architecture / Cloud Security / Data Engineering / Analytics Platforms Role and Responsibilities: You will refine and develop the target architecture for a new Unified Data Platform., ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security standards, governance frameworks and operational requirements. Producing high-quality architecture documentation, technical designs and supporting artefacts and design scalable ingestion patterns supporting databases, APIs and file-based integrations. You be involved with defining Data Lake and Lakehouse architecture using Amazon S3, supporting Bronze, Silver and Gold data layers, as well as design transformation, orchestration and processing patterns using Databricks and supporting AWS services. Developing secure and scalable data consumption patterns supporting reporting, analytics, operational applications and APIs, you will be helping to define architecture for governance, security, observability, resilience and operational support, as well as supporting technical governance, architecture review boards and design assurance activities. The role will see you collaborating closely with enterprise architects, security specialists, engineering teams and business stakeholders to ensure the proposed architecture aligns with strategic objectives. NB: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic level of security clearance before undertaking the assignment (around one weeks lead-time). Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as an AWS-focused Data Architect for an initial 3-month engagement, operating on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. If you're an experienced Data Platform Architect, Cloud Architect, Security Architect or Enterprise Architect with strong AWS, Databricks and Data Governance expertise , and you're looking to shape the future architecture of a major public sector data platform; p lease contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Jul 31, 2026
Contractor
AWS / Data Platform / Cloud / Security Architect Remote Working Outside IR35 Market Rates Start Date - September 2026 The Opportunity: Our client is seeking an experienced Data Platform, Cloud or Security Architect to support the design of a strategic Unified Data Platform for a major UK public sector organisation. This is a high-profile architecture engagement that will help shape the future data capabilities of a nationally significant programme. Working alongside senior architecture consultants and client stakeholders, you'll play a key role in refining the target architecture, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security, governance, operational and non-functional requirements, whilst supporting the organisation through internal architecture review and approval processes. This engagement offers the opportunity to influence the design of a modern cloud-native data platform built around AWS, Databricks and Enterprise Data Governance principles. Skills and Experience: Essential Proven experience operating as an AWS- focussed Data Platform Architect, Cloud Architect, Security Architect or Enterprise Architect within large-scale, complex environments. Strong experience designing modern cloud-based data platforms using AWS. Experience designing enterprise-scale Data Lake and Lakehouse architectures. Strong knowledge of Amazon S3 storage strategies, including Bronze, Silver and Gold data layer architectures. Experience designing scalable data ingestion, integration and orchestration solutions. Strong understanding of Databricks architecture and data engineering patterns. Experience developing enterprise architecture documentation and supporting architecture governance processes. Strong understanding of Data Governance, security and operational best practice. Experience defining non-functional requirements including resilience, scalability, availability, performance and operational support. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Experience designing or implementing solutions involving: AWS Data Services Databricks Lakehouse Platform Enterprise Data Governance Cloud Security Architecture Data Integration API-led Architecture Data Quality Frameworks Metadata Management Data Lineage Observability and Monitoring Enterprise Architecture Frameworks Public Sector or Government Digital programmes Technologies Experience across a number of the following technologies would be highly advantageous: AWS / Amazon S3 / Databricks / Lakehouse Architecture / Data Lakes / Data Governance / APIs / Cloud Integration / Enterprise Architecture / Security Architecture / Cloud Security / Data Engineering / Analytics Platforms Role and Responsibilities: You will refine and develop the target architecture for a new Unified Data Platform., ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security standards, governance frameworks and operational requirements. Producing high-quality architecture documentation, technical designs and supporting artefacts and design scalable ingestion patterns supporting databases, APIs and file-based integrations. You be involved with defining Data Lake and Lakehouse architecture using Amazon S3, supporting Bronze, Silver and Gold data layers, as well as design transformation, orchestration and processing patterns using Databricks and supporting AWS services. Developing secure and scalable data consumption patterns supporting reporting, analytics, operational applications and APIs, you will be helping to define architecture for governance, security, observability, resilience and operational support, as well as supporting technical governance, architecture review boards and design assurance activities. The role will see you collaborating closely with enterprise architects, security specialists, engineering teams and business stakeholders to ensure the proposed architecture aligns with strategic objectives. NB: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic level of security clearance before undertaking the assignment (around one weeks lead-time). Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as an AWS-focused Data Architect for an initial 3-month engagement, operating on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. If you're an experienced Data Platform Architect, Cloud Architect, Security Architect or Enterprise Architect with strong AWS, Databricks and Data Governance expertise , and you're looking to shape the future architecture of a major public sector data platform; p lease contact Edward Laing here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Head of IT Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 55,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension (local government 22%), Life Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Experience working with a range of IT hardware, software and network topologies. Experience troubleshooting complex issues and supporting colleagues across multiple sites. It would be advantageous if you have experience of writing reports for a variety of audiences. Experienced of being accountable for significant budgets and projects and you must have experience leading and managing a team. Significant knowledge leading change from a tactical perspective. You must be able to respond to audits and other information sources to drive planning and implementation. Experience procuring goods and services in a compliant manner. Knowledge of helpdesk systems and working in the education sector would be advantageous but is not essential. Knowledgeable on system design, configuration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of wireless networking, firewall, internet connectivity, switching and server management. Knowledge of Office 365 as well as Apple products and services would be very useful. The Opportunity: Our client based in the Education sector are looking for a Head of IT on a permanent basis based in and around the Peterborough area. The main purpose of the role is to lead and manage the ICT Services team in the operational delivery of the IT Strategy, acting as the principal tactical resource, for the ultimate benefit of staff and other stakeholders. In this role you will be accountable for developing and implementing the IT Strategy, as well as the required IT resources and service management needs and the development and maintenance of all the technical IT systems. You must have experience managing a team as this is an essential part of this role as well as training and developing the team further. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about client leading the way in the education sector and how you can become a part of their ongoing success story.
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
Head of IT Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 55,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension (local government 22%), Life Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Experience working with a range of IT hardware, software and network topologies. Experience troubleshooting complex issues and supporting colleagues across multiple sites. It would be advantageous if you have experience of writing reports for a variety of audiences. Experienced of being accountable for significant budgets and projects and you must have experience leading and managing a team. Significant knowledge leading change from a tactical perspective. You must be able to respond to audits and other information sources to drive planning and implementation. Experience procuring goods and services in a compliant manner. Knowledge of helpdesk systems and working in the education sector would be advantageous but is not essential. Knowledgeable on system design, configuration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of wireless networking, firewall, internet connectivity, switching and server management. Knowledge of Office 365 as well as Apple products and services would be very useful. The Opportunity: Our client based in the Education sector are looking for a Head of IT on a permanent basis based in and around the Peterborough area. The main purpose of the role is to lead and manage the ICT Services team in the operational delivery of the IT Strategy, acting as the principal tactical resource, for the ultimate benefit of staff and other stakeholders. In this role you will be accountable for developing and implementing the IT Strategy, as well as the required IT resources and service management needs and the development and maintenance of all the technical IT systems. You must have experience managing a team as this is an essential part of this role as well as training and developing the team further. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about client leading the way in the education sector and how you can become a part of their ongoing success story.
Head of IT Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 55,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension (local government 22%), Life Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Experience working with a range of IT hardware, software and network topologies. Experience troubleshooting complex issues and supporting colleagues across multiple sites. It would be advantageous if you have experience of writing reports for a variety of audiences. Experienced of being accountable for significant budgets and projects and you must have experience leading and managing a team. Significant knowledge leading change from a tactical perspective. You must be able to respond to audits and other information sources to drive planning and implementation. Experience procuring goods and services in a compliant manner. Knowledge of helpdesk systems and working in the education sector would be advantageous but is not essential. Knowledgeable on system design, configuration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of wireless networking, firewall, internet connectivity, switching and server management. Knowledge of Office 365 as well as Apple products and services would be very useful. The Opportunity: Our client based in the Education sector are looking for a Head of IT on a permanent basis based in and around the Peterborough area. The main purpose of the role is to lead and manage the ICT Services team in the operational delivery of the IT Strategy, acting as the principal tactical resource, for the ultimate benefit of staff and other stakeholders. In this role you will be accountable for developing and implementing the IT Strategy, as well as the required IT resources and service management needs and the development and maintenance of all the technical IT systems. You must have experience managing a team as this is an essential part of this role as well as training and developing the team further. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about client leading the way in the education sector and how you can become a part of their ongoing success story.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Head of IT Peterborough, Cambridgeshire 55,000 per year 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension (local government 22%), Life Insurance, etc. Skills and Experience: Experience working with a range of IT hardware, software and network topologies. Experience troubleshooting complex issues and supporting colleagues across multiple sites. It would be advantageous if you have experience of writing reports for a variety of audiences. Experienced of being accountable for significant budgets and projects and you must have experience leading and managing a team. Significant knowledge leading change from a tactical perspective. You must be able to respond to audits and other information sources to drive planning and implementation. Experience procuring goods and services in a compliant manner. Knowledge of helpdesk systems and working in the education sector would be advantageous but is not essential. Knowledgeable on system design, configuration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of wireless networking, firewall, internet connectivity, switching and server management. Knowledge of Office 365 as well as Apple products and services would be very useful. The Opportunity: Our client based in the Education sector are looking for a Head of IT on a permanent basis based in and around the Peterborough area. The main purpose of the role is to lead and manage the ICT Services team in the operational delivery of the IT Strategy, acting as the principal tactical resource, for the ultimate benefit of staff and other stakeholders. In this role you will be accountable for developing and implementing the IT Strategy, as well as the required IT resources and service management needs and the development and maintenance of all the technical IT systems. You must have experience managing a team as this is an essential part of this role as well as training and developing the team further. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about client leading the way in the education sector and how you can become a part of their ongoing success story.
Senior Software Engineer Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-working x1 or 2 days in office) Up to £55,000 per year Plus excellent company benefits Private Healthcare, Pension, etc. The Opportunity: My client are a charity organisation currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer on a permanent basis. Working as the Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the digital platforms, from their main website to web-based tools and applications that support their beneficiaries and staff. You ll work closely with communications, data, and project teams to ensure online presence is reliable, engaging, and inclusive. You will balance hands-on coding with strategic thinking, identifying opportunities to improve user journeys, accessibility, and the overall digital experience. Skills and Experience: Strong front-end development skills using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+). Experience with front-end JavaScript, vanilla/jQuery or frameworks such as React/Vue.js/Angular. Proficiency in PHP for building robust, secure, and maintainable applications. Understanding of database design and management (MariaDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations. Degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Software Engineering or equivalent experience. Role and Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain user-friendly web applications and websites aligned with the charity s goals. Develop and maintain APIs and integrations with third-party systems (e.g., CRMs, donation platforms). Ensure accessibility, security and performance standards are met across all digital products. Work collaboratively with non-technical colleagues to translate needs into practical digital solutions. Implement and manage hosting, deployment and version control processes (e.g., GitHub, Plesk, Linux). Troubleshoot, test and maintain existing systems to improve performance and reliability. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow across the education sector here in Devon?
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-working x1 or 2 days in office) Up to £55,000 per year Plus excellent company benefits Private Healthcare, Pension, etc. The Opportunity: My client are a charity organisation currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer on a permanent basis. Working as the Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the digital platforms, from their main website to web-based tools and applications that support their beneficiaries and staff. You ll work closely with communications, data, and project teams to ensure online presence is reliable, engaging, and inclusive. You will balance hands-on coding with strategic thinking, identifying opportunities to improve user journeys, accessibility, and the overall digital experience. Skills and Experience: Strong front-end development skills using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+). Experience with front-end JavaScript, vanilla/jQuery or frameworks such as React/Vue.js/Angular. Proficiency in PHP for building robust, secure, and maintainable applications. Understanding of database design and management (MariaDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations. Degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Software Engineering or equivalent experience. Role and Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain user-friendly web applications and websites aligned with the charity s goals. Develop and maintain APIs and integrations with third-party systems (e.g., CRMs, donation platforms). Ensure accessibility, security and performance standards are met across all digital products. Work collaboratively with non-technical colleagues to translate needs into practical digital solutions. Implement and manage hosting, deployment and version control processes (e.g., GitHub, Plesk, Linux). Troubleshoot, test and maintain existing systems to improve performance and reliability. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow across the education sector here in Devon?
