Hybrid - within commuting distance of our Redcar Campus The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve teacher and leader development across the education system. A key part of that mission is our Teacher Education Dataset (TED), an ambitious data and research initiative focused on building better evidence about teacher development and what makes teaching impactful. By bringing together education, research and digital infrastructure, TED will support new insight into how teachers develop, improve and thrive across their careers. About the role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Software Engineer to join our TED team and play an important role in building and maintaining the technical infrastructure that supports TED. Working at the intersection of software engineering, data and research, the postholder will help develop secure, reliable and scalable systems that enable robust analysis and contribute to high-quality, evidence-informed improvement across the sector. Corporate responsibilities To ensure that the responsibilities of the role are carried out in a way which reflects the mission and the values of the NIoT. To be aware of and observe all policies, procedures, working practices and regulations, and in particular to comply with policies relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Confidentiality, Data Protection and Financial Regulations, reporting any concerns to an appropriate person. To comply with all reasonable management requests. Key responsibilities Design, develop, maintain and improve software and technical infrastructure that supports TED and related education research activity. Build secure, scalable and reliable systems that enable robust analysis of education and teacher development data. Apply software engineering and DevOps best practice to deliver high-quality, well-tested and maintainable technical solutions. Contribute to reproducible, transparent and efficient research workflows, pipelines and supporting tools. Work closely with developers, researchers and other colleagues to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical delivery. Contribute to architectural decisions and the ongoing improvement of platform design, developer experience, monitoring and software quality. Support the operation and maintenance of production systems and help troubleshoot issues where required. Produce and maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to wider project communication where appropriate. Contribute to a collaborative team environment, including supporting and mentoring colleagues where appropriate. Essential criteria Proven experience in software engineering, including building and maintaining production systems. Strong coding skills in relevant programming languages and experience of modern software development practices. Experience with version control, code review, testing and continuous integration. Ability to take ownership of complex technical systems, including feature development, maintenance and support. Strong technical judgement and problem-solving ability, including awareness of architectural trade-offs. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences. Commitment to quality, security, maintainability and continuous improvement. Interest in applying software engineering to education, data and evidence-informed improvement. Desirable criteria Experience with Python, JavaScript or similar languages. Experience of Linux, Docker, CI/CD and DevOps tooling. Experience of database design, optimisation or data pipeline development. Experience working with sensitive data or secure analytical environments. Experience of research platforms, reproducible analytics or trusted research infrastructure. Experience in education, public sector or data-rich research settings. Experience mentoring others and contributing to team-wide engineering practice. Key benefits Generous Annual Leave 27 days holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays). Flexible Working we offer flexible start and end working times, with hybrid working in place for all roles. Pension - Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Salary Sacrifice Schemes we offer salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, cars and tech! Lifestyle Benefits We offer discounts on gyms, cinema, retail and much more! Parenthood Leave We offer above the statutory minimum for maternity, adoption and paternity leave. Working Environment We have a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals. Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. Development: We fully support the development of our staff and ensure that you have high level of continuous professional development. We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. If you have any queries about this role, please contact our recruitment team. For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 1 June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children s Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Hybrid - within commuting distance of our Redcar Campus The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve teacher and leader development across the education system. A key part of that mission is our Teacher Education Dataset (TED), an ambitious data and research initiative focused on building better evidence about teacher development and what makes teaching impactful. By bringing together education, research and digital infrastructure, TED will support new insight into how teachers develop, improve and thrive across their careers. About the role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Software Engineer to join our TED team and play an important role in building and maintaining the technical infrastructure that supports TED. Working at the intersection of software engineering, data and research, the postholder will help develop secure, reliable and scalable systems that enable robust analysis and contribute to high-quality, evidence-informed improvement across the sector. Corporate responsibilities To ensure that the responsibilities of the role are carried out in a way which reflects the mission and the values of the NIoT. To be aware of and observe all policies, procedures, working practices and regulations, and in particular to comply with policies relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Confidentiality, Data Protection and Financial Regulations, reporting any concerns to an appropriate person. To comply with all reasonable management requests. Key responsibilities Design, develop, maintain and improve software and technical infrastructure that supports TED and related education research activity. Build secure, scalable and reliable systems that enable robust analysis of education and teacher development data. Apply software engineering and DevOps best practice to deliver high-quality, well-tested and maintainable technical solutions. Contribute to reproducible, transparent and efficient research workflows, pipelines and supporting tools. Work closely with developers, researchers and other colleagues to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical delivery. Contribute to architectural decisions and the ongoing improvement of platform design, developer experience, monitoring and software quality. Support the operation and maintenance of production systems and help troubleshoot issues where required. Produce and maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to wider project communication where appropriate. Contribute to a collaborative team environment, including supporting and mentoring colleagues where appropriate. Essential criteria Proven experience in software engineering, including building and maintaining production systems. Strong coding skills in relevant programming languages and experience of modern software development practices. Experience with version control, code review, testing and continuous integration. Ability to take ownership of complex technical systems, including feature development, maintenance and support. Strong technical judgement and problem-solving ability, including awareness of architectural trade-offs. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences. Commitment to quality, security, maintainability and continuous improvement. Interest in applying software engineering to education, data and evidence-informed improvement. Desirable criteria Experience with Python, JavaScript or similar languages. Experience of Linux, Docker, CI/CD and DevOps tooling. Experience of database design, optimisation or data pipeline development. Experience working with sensitive data or secure analytical environments. Experience of research platforms, reproducible analytics or trusted research infrastructure. Experience in education, public sector or data-rich research settings. Experience mentoring others and contributing to team-wide engineering practice. Key benefits Generous Annual Leave 27 days holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays). Flexible Working we offer flexible start and end working times, with hybrid working in place for all roles. Pension - Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Salary Sacrifice Schemes we offer salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, cars and tech! Lifestyle Benefits We offer discounts on gyms, cinema, retail and much more! Parenthood Leave We offer above the statutory minimum for maternity, adoption and paternity leave. Working Environment We have a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals. Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. Development: We fully support the development of our staff and ensure that you have high level of continuous professional development. We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. If you have any queries about this role, please contact our recruitment team. For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 1 June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children s Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.
Software Engineer Watford - hybrid 6 month contract Inside ir35 Group expectations: Meets customer needs related to simple products and services while following standardised protocols. Develops personal capabilities using formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. Reviews non-compliance issues within current IT Security processes, systems and procedures, and works with guidance to ensure solution of ad hoc problems within the assigned unit and/or discipline. Helps others use and benefit from the existing knowledge management systems. Analyses customer needs and defines and delivers prescribed products by performing designated development/engineering activities using established systems. Keeps track of risk parameters and identifies and reports any major deviation to more senior colleagues while working within established risk management systems. Performs designated supplier management activities to deliver own prescribed outcomes and/or provide support to others by using existing systems and protocols. Navigates a wide variety of existing processes, procedures and precedents to interpret data and identify possible answers. Uses product specifications to design test procedures and standards. Provides primary supervision to a team performing transactional work or supervises a small group performing junior professional tasks. Responds to individual and team objectives and invests in improving personal performance by growing own skills and capabilities, coaching others when required. Investigates questions related to existing programmes, processes and procedures. Additional expectations: Contribute to story refinement and estimation sessions Attend agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, retrospectives etc. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and build relationships with users around the business Communicate with third-party developers when we collaborate with other development houses Work with members of the business, to ensure technical solutions meet business needs Produce good quality, well-structured code, always thinking about performance Implement libraries and tooling to support our products Collaborate with other developers and coordinate project work Document technical approaches Key Skills: Good knowledge of the Perl programming language as well as knowledge of other tech stacks such as JavaScript Experience with architectural design patterns Experience with automated unit / integration testing Experience working in an agile environment Experience in Oracle database design and development Experience integrating with APIs Expertise with version control (Git) Self-motivated to complete allotted tasks Good written and verbal communication skills TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Software Engineer Watford - hybrid 6 month contract Inside ir35 Group expectations: Meets customer needs related to simple products and services while following standardised protocols. Develops personal capabilities using formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. Reviews non-compliance issues within current IT Security processes, systems and procedures, and works with guidance to ensure solution of ad hoc problems within the assigned unit and/or discipline. Helps others use and benefit from the existing knowledge management systems. Analyses customer needs and defines and delivers prescribed products by performing designated development/engineering activities using established systems. Keeps track of risk parameters and identifies and reports any major deviation to more senior colleagues while working within established risk management systems. Performs designated supplier management activities to deliver own prescribed outcomes and/or provide support to others by using existing systems and protocols. Navigates a wide variety of existing processes, procedures and precedents to interpret data and identify possible answers. Uses product specifications to design test procedures and standards. Provides primary supervision to a team performing transactional work or supervises a small group performing junior professional tasks. Responds to individual and team objectives and invests in improving personal performance by growing own skills and capabilities, coaching others when required. Investigates questions related to existing programmes, processes and procedures. Additional expectations: Contribute to story refinement and estimation sessions Attend agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, retrospectives etc. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and build relationships with users around the business Communicate with third-party developers when we collaborate with other development houses Work with members of the business, to ensure technical solutions meet business needs Produce good quality, well-structured code, always thinking about performance Implement libraries and tooling to support our products Collaborate with other developers and coordinate project work Document technical approaches Key Skills: Good knowledge of the Perl programming language as well as knowledge of other tech stacks such as JavaScript Experience with architectural design patterns Experience with automated unit / integration testing Experience working in an agile environment Experience in Oracle database design and development Experience integrating with APIs Expertise with version control (Git) Self-motivated to complete allotted tasks Good written and verbal communication skills TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Job Description Lead Front End Developer Permanent UK-Based - West Midlands (Hybrid working) SC Clearance Eligible Are you a senior Front End Developer who enjoys staying hands-on while leading technical delivery? Do you want to shape high-quality digital solutions, mentor others, and work on meaningful projects for a range of customers?TXP is looking for a Lead Front End Developer to join us in a newly created internal role. This is an opportunity to take ownership of front-end delivery, influence technical direction, and play a key role in how we build modern, scalable applications using React and related technologies. What you'll be doing As a Lead Front End Developer at TXP, you'll combine technical leadership with hands-on development , working across internal initiatives and customer-facing projects.You'll: Lead the technical delivery of front-end components within agile, sprint-based programmes Act as a hands-on contributor across design, development, testing, defect resolution and deployment Provide guidance, mentoring and technical direction to other developers Work closely with Delivery Managers, Project Managers, Scrum Masters and customers to deliver agreed outcomes Help shape and uphold TXP's development standards, best practice and quality benchmarks Ensure work is delivered to agreed quality, functionality and timescales, escalating risks where appropriate Build strong, trusted relationships with both TXP colleagues and customer stakeholders Support the development of team capability through mentoring and knowledge sharing What you'll bring We're looking for someone who is technically strong, quality-focused and comfortable balancing leadership with delivery. Essential experience: Extensive hands-on experience with React , including Remix and React Router Strong knowledge of TypeScript and JavaScript Solid experience consuming and designing REST APIs Experience with server-side rendering (SSR) and progressive enhancement Significant experience using MUI (Material UI) Strong experience with end-to-end testing , particularly Playwright Experience working in Scrum-based Agile teams , including sprint planning and ceremonies A strong understanding of software design, development and deployment principles Proven focus on quality, with experience in reviewing and assuring front-end solutions Excellent time management and prioritisation skills Desirable experience: Exposure to AI / LLM tooling Understanding of technical or solution architecture Experience with Azure and/or AWS CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices About you You enjoy solving complex problems and care deeply about code quality You're comfortable explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences You're proactive, self-motivated and confident working to challenging deadlines You enjoy mentoring others and contributing to team success You bring strong emotional intelligence and communicate clearly and professionally You thrive in collaborative environments but can work independently when needed Why TXP? At TXP, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, people-centred technology solutions. You'll be part of a supportive consultancy where: Your technical voice is heard and valued You can shape how front-end development is done You'll work on varied and meaningful projects There's genuine investment in professional growth and development Collaboration, trust and quality delivery sit at the heart of what we do Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Job Description Lead Front End Developer Permanent UK-Based - West Midlands (Hybrid working) SC Clearance Eligible Are you a senior Front End Developer who enjoys staying hands-on while leading technical delivery? Do you want to shape high-quality digital solutions, mentor others, and work on meaningful projects for a range of customers?TXP is looking for a Lead Front End Developer to join us in a newly created internal role. This is an opportunity to take ownership of front-end delivery, influence technical direction, and play a key role in how we build modern, scalable applications using React and related technologies. What you'll be doing As a Lead Front End Developer at TXP, you'll combine technical leadership with hands-on development , working across internal initiatives and customer-facing projects.You'll: Lead the technical delivery of front-end components within agile, sprint-based programmes Act as a hands-on contributor across design, development, testing, defect resolution and deployment Provide guidance, mentoring and technical direction to other developers Work closely with Delivery Managers, Project Managers, Scrum Masters and customers to deliver agreed outcomes Help shape and uphold TXP's development standards, best practice and quality benchmarks Ensure work is delivered to agreed quality, functionality and timescales, escalating risks where appropriate Build strong, trusted relationships with both TXP colleagues and customer stakeholders Support the development of team capability through mentoring and knowledge sharing What you'll bring We're looking for someone who is technically strong, quality-focused and comfortable balancing leadership with delivery. Essential experience: Extensive hands-on experience with React , including Remix and React Router Strong knowledge of TypeScript and JavaScript Solid experience consuming and designing REST APIs Experience with server-side rendering (SSR) and progressive enhancement Significant experience using MUI (Material UI) Strong experience with end-to-end testing , particularly Playwright Experience working in Scrum-based Agile teams , including sprint planning and ceremonies A strong understanding of software design, development and deployment principles Proven focus on quality, with experience in reviewing and assuring front-end solutions Excellent time management and prioritisation skills Desirable experience: Exposure to AI / LLM tooling Understanding of technical or solution architecture Experience with Azure and/or AWS CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices About you You enjoy solving complex problems and care deeply about code quality You're comfortable explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences You're proactive, self-motivated and confident working to challenging deadlines You enjoy mentoring others and contributing to team success You bring strong emotional intelligence and communicate clearly and professionally You thrive in collaborative environments but can work independently when needed Why TXP? At TXP, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, people-centred technology solutions. You'll be part of a supportive consultancy where: Your technical voice is heard and valued You can shape how front-end development is done You'll work on varied and meaningful projects There's genuine investment in professional growth and development Collaboration, trust and quality delivery sit at the heart of what we do Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that.
Senior Student Systems (SITS) Analyst Developer Fixed Term Contract vacancy in a University based in Bedfordshire Salary £48,760 - £ days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible hybrid working policy, generous 14.5% employer pension contribution and other generous benefits The Opportunity: Hays Technology is working in partnership with a well-established higher education organisation to recruit a Senior Student Systems Analyst Developer on a fixed-term contract basis until July 2027. This is a key role within a central IT function, supporting and enhancing core student information systems used across the full student lifecycle.You will take technical ownership of system development, configuration, integration and optimisation, working closely with stakeholders to improve data quality, automate processes and deliver robust, secure solutions aligned with organisational strategy. Key Responsibilities: Lead systems analysis and development activities across complex student systems initiatives Plan, estimate and deliver development work to agreed timelines, quality standards and budgets Provide hands-on development and configuration of Tribal SITS:Vision and Maytas Drive software lifecycle best practice, including Agile and iterative delivery approaches Manage system enhancements, upgrades and vendor releases Develop and maintain integrations, including StuTalk processing Provide expert-level application support, issue resolution and performance monitoring Contribute to product roadmaps, standards, documentation and continuous improvement Ensure security, data integrity, privacy and compliance standards are embedded throughout In order to apply, you must have the following skills & experience: Significant hands-on development experience with Tribal SITS:Vision Strong understanding of the HE student administration lifecycle Experience delivering complex system solutions in a higher education environment Advanced technical skills including SITS SRL, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, jQuery, Bootstrap Strong SQL skills (Oracle preferred) and experience with complex relational databases Demonstrable technical project leadership or delivery experience Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Student Systems (SITS) Analyst Developer Fixed Term Contract vacancy in a University based in Bedfordshire Salary £48,760 - £ days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible hybrid working policy, generous 14.5% employer pension contribution and other generous benefits The Opportunity: Hays Technology is working in partnership with a well-established higher education organisation to recruit a Senior Student Systems Analyst Developer on a fixed-term contract basis until July 2027. This is a key role within a central IT function, supporting and enhancing core student information systems used across the full student lifecycle.You will take technical ownership of system development, configuration, integration and optimisation, working closely with stakeholders to improve data quality, automate processes and deliver robust, secure solutions aligned with organisational strategy. Key Responsibilities: Lead systems analysis and development activities across complex student systems initiatives Plan, estimate and deliver development work to agreed timelines, quality standards and budgets Provide hands-on development and configuration of Tribal SITS:Vision and Maytas Drive software lifecycle best practice, including Agile and iterative delivery approaches Manage system enhancements, upgrades and vendor releases Develop and maintain integrations, including StuTalk processing Provide expert-level application support, issue resolution and performance monitoring Contribute to product roadmaps, standards, documentation and continuous improvement Ensure security, data integrity, privacy and compliance standards are embedded throughout In order to apply, you must have the following skills & experience: Significant hands-on development experience with Tribal SITS:Vision Strong understanding of the HE student administration lifecycle Experience delivering complex system solutions in a higher education environment Advanced technical skills including SITS SRL, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, jQuery, Bootstrap Strong SQL skills (Oracle preferred) and experience with complex relational databases Demonstrable technical project leadership or delivery experience Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER £85,000 GUILDFORD This is an opportunity to join an innovation-led software consultancy working on complex, real-world engineering problems. The role offers high levels of autonomy, technically challenging work, and exposure to a wide variety of short-to-mid-term projects. THE COMPANY Our client is a specialist software consultancy delivering bespoke products for organisations operating in highly constrained, problem-heavy environments. They focus on technical excellence, innovation and delivery quality, offering engineers the chance to work on challenging systems rather than repetitive product features. THE ROLE Design and build end-to-end software solutions Work as a senior full-stack engineer (backend-leaning) Own delivery of complex technical problems Build, deploy and support cloud-based systems Collaborate with engineers and data specialists on production solutions Contribute to technical decisions and coding standards YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 5+ years commercial software development experience Strong Java and Spring / Spring Boot background Frontend experience with Angular (React or Vue also acceptable) Experience building microservices and APIs Cloud experience (Azure preferred, AWS acceptable) Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision LOCATION & WORKING PATTERN Hybrid working Office within 30 minutes commute from London Waterloo SALARY AND BENEFITS Up to £80,000 base salary Pension contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more) Paid training days and charity days Option to work remotely from abroad for part of the year SECURITY REQUIREMENTS Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance No sponsorship available HOW TO APPLY Please submit your CV to Harry Lack for review through the ' apply' link.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER £85,000 GUILDFORD This is an opportunity to join an innovation-led software consultancy working on complex, real-world engineering problems. The role offers high levels of autonomy, technically challenging work, and exposure to a wide variety of short-to-mid-term projects. THE COMPANY Our client is a specialist software consultancy delivering bespoke products for organisations operating in highly constrained, problem-heavy environments. They focus on technical excellence, innovation and delivery quality, offering engineers the chance to work on challenging systems rather than repetitive product features. THE ROLE Design and build end-to-end software solutions Work as a senior full-stack engineer (backend-leaning) Own delivery of complex technical problems Build, deploy and support cloud-based systems Collaborate with engineers and data specialists on production solutions Contribute to technical decisions and coding standards YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 5+ years commercial software development experience Strong Java and Spring / Spring Boot background Frontend experience with Angular (React or Vue also acceptable) Experience building microservices and APIs Cloud experience (Azure preferred, AWS acceptable) Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision LOCATION & WORKING PATTERN Hybrid working Office within 30 minutes commute from London Waterloo SALARY AND BENEFITS Up to £80,000 base salary Pension contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more) Paid training days and charity days Option to work remotely from abroad for part of the year SECURITY REQUIREMENTS Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance No sponsorship available HOW TO APPLY Please submit your CV to Harry Lack for review through the ' apply' link.
Senior Software Engineer Hybrid working - 2 days onsite £60,000 to £75,000 + Benefits. An established organisation is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a growing team delivering impactful, real-world solutions. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working closely with stakeholders, and having genuine influence over delivery and outcomes, this could be a great fit. What you'll be doing Leading and contributing to the design and delivery of high-quality solutions Collaborating with stakeholders to understand challenges and shape outcomes Mentoring and supporting less-experienced team members Championing best practices across delivery, quality, and ways of working What we're looking for Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer Proven technical background using C#, Java or Golang Strong technical background with React, or Angular and TypeScript Willingness to learn new skills - GCP and AI. Confidence working in stakeholder-facing environments Excellent communication and problem-solving skills What's on offer 15% bonus scheme 25 days holiday + BH Vaccine/Eye Care Schemes Travel Allowance Progression routes - Lead Developer/Technical Lead routes Interested? Drop me a message or apply to find out more.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Hybrid working - 2 days onsite £60,000 to £75,000 + Benefits. An established organisation is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a growing team delivering impactful, real-world solutions. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working closely with stakeholders, and having genuine influence over delivery and outcomes, this could be a great fit. What you'll be doing Leading and contributing to the design and delivery of high-quality solutions Collaborating with stakeholders to understand challenges and shape outcomes Mentoring and supporting less-experienced team members Championing best practices across delivery, quality, and ways of working What we're looking for Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer Proven technical background using C#, Java or Golang Strong technical background with React, or Angular and TypeScript Willingness to learn new skills - GCP and AI. Confidence working in stakeholder-facing environments Excellent communication and problem-solving skills What's on offer 15% bonus scheme 25 days holiday + BH Vaccine/Eye Care Schemes Travel Allowance Progression routes - Lead Developer/Technical Lead routes Interested? Drop me a message or apply to find out more.
Bruin Financial & Professional Services
Manchester, Lancashire
Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer (Java) - Financial Services Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits We're working with a global financial services organisation looking to hire a Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer to join a high-impact engineering function delivering mission-critical systems. This is a hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who combines deep technical expertise in Java with the ability to lead teams, drive engineering standards, and deliver complex systems end-to-end. The role You'll take ownership of delivering scalable, secure, and resilient software solutions, working closely with product, design and operations teams. Alongside hands-on development, you'll play a key role in mentoring engineers and shaping best practices across the team. There is a strong emphasis on backend engineering using Java (Spring), alongside full stack exposure and involvement in modern engineering and AI-driven initiatives. Key responsibilities Lead and mentor engineering teams, supporting development, performance and growth Own end-to-end delivery across the full software lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy, support) Design and build scalable microservices and APIs using Java (Spring) Drive engineering best practices across code quality, testing, DevOps and automation Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions Contribute to architecture, system integration and modernisation initiatives Develop and integrate AI-driven capabilities into applications and workflows Ensure systems are secure, observable, and highly performant What we're looking for Strong Java development experience (Spring) within complex, enterprise environments Experience building distributed systems and microservices architectures Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams Strong understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation, testing) Experience with tools such as GitLab, Docker, Splunk, AppDynamics Exposure to frontend technologies (JavaScript / TypeScript) Experience working in agile environments (Scrum / Kanban) Experience or strong interest in AI development and integrating AI into products Financial services experience is beneficial Tech environment Backend: Java (Spring), Groovy Frontend: JavaScript / TypeScript Architecture: Microservices Testing: JUnit, Spock DevOps & tooling: GitLab, Docker, CI/CD pipelines Cloud & monitoring: Private cloud, Splunk, AppDynamics Why apply Join a globally recognised financial services organisation Work on large-scale, high-impact systems Opportunity to influence engineering standards and technical direction Exposure to AI-driven innovation Strong career progression within a structured environment
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer (Java) - Financial Services Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits We're working with a global financial services organisation looking to hire a Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer to join a high-impact engineering function delivering mission-critical systems. This is a hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who combines deep technical expertise in Java with the ability to lead teams, drive engineering standards, and deliver complex systems end-to-end. The role You'll take ownership of delivering scalable, secure, and resilient software solutions, working closely with product, design and operations teams. Alongside hands-on development, you'll play a key role in mentoring engineers and shaping best practices across the team. There is a strong emphasis on backend engineering using Java (Spring), alongside full stack exposure and involvement in modern engineering and AI-driven initiatives. Key responsibilities Lead and mentor engineering teams, supporting development, performance and growth Own end-to-end delivery across the full software lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy, support) Design and build scalable microservices and APIs using Java (Spring) Drive engineering best practices across code quality, testing, DevOps and automation Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions Contribute to architecture, system integration and modernisation initiatives Develop and integrate AI-driven capabilities into applications and workflows Ensure systems are secure, observable, and highly performant What we're looking for Strong Java development experience (Spring) within complex, enterprise environments Experience building distributed systems and microservices architectures Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams Strong understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation, testing) Experience with tools such as GitLab, Docker, Splunk, AppDynamics Exposure to frontend technologies (JavaScript / TypeScript) Experience working in agile environments (Scrum / Kanban) Experience or strong interest in AI development and integrating AI into products Financial services experience is beneficial Tech environment Backend: Java (Spring), Groovy Frontend: JavaScript / TypeScript Architecture: Microservices Testing: JUnit, Spock DevOps & tooling: GitLab, Docker, CI/CD pipelines Cloud & monitoring: Private cloud, Splunk, AppDynamics Why apply Join a globally recognised financial services organisation Work on large-scale, high-impact systems Opportunity to influence engineering standards and technical direction Exposure to AI-driven innovation Strong career progression within a structured environment
Senior Java Developer - Multithreading/caching - sought by leading investment bank based in London - Contract inside IR35 - umbrella Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain high-performance backend services for complex data processing workloads. Design scalable architectures for large-volume calculations and data pipelines. Work closely with cross-functional teams to define and deliver new features. Ensure optimal performance, quality, and reliability across backend services. Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks and defects. Follow best-practice engineering standards, design patterns, and architectural principles. Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) in day-to-day development. Use static code analysis tools such as SonarQube to maintain clean, high-quality code. Work efficiently with SQL, data joins, and large/complex datasets. Leverage AI tooling to enhance productivity in coding and system design. Required Skills & Experience 8+ years ' experience in Java backend development (Java 17+). Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Strong expertise in Java + Spring Boot / Spring Data / Spring Cloud . Excellent SQL knowledge and experience optimising queries and data models. Strong understanding of in-memory data loading and efficient join strategies. Deep familiarity with Java tooling (Maven/Gradle, testing frameworks, dependency management). Proven experience building data processing or data-intensive applications. Solid understanding of modern architectural patterns (Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture). Strong TDD skills and experience using static code analysis (e.g., SonarQube). Clear communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to varied audiences. Nice to Have Cloud experience: AWS / Azure / GCP . Containerisation: Docker, Kubernetes . Distributed processing: Apache Spark / Flink . Please apply within for further details - Matthew Holmes, Harvey Nash Always use these settings
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Senior Java Developer - Multithreading/caching - sought by leading investment bank based in London - Contract inside IR35 - umbrella Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain high-performance backend services for complex data processing workloads. Design scalable architectures for large-volume calculations and data pipelines. Work closely with cross-functional teams to define and deliver new features. Ensure optimal performance, quality, and reliability across backend services. Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks and defects. Follow best-practice engineering standards, design patterns, and architectural principles. Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) in day-to-day development. Use static code analysis tools such as SonarQube to maintain clean, high-quality code. Work efficiently with SQL, data joins, and large/complex datasets. Leverage AI tooling to enhance productivity in coding and system design. Required Skills & Experience 8+ years ' experience in Java backend development (Java 17+). Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Strong expertise in Java + Spring Boot / Spring Data / Spring Cloud . Excellent SQL knowledge and experience optimising queries and data models. Strong understanding of in-memory data loading and efficient join strategies. Deep familiarity with Java tooling (Maven/Gradle, testing frameworks, dependency management). Proven experience building data processing or data-intensive applications. Solid understanding of modern architectural patterns (Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture). Strong TDD skills and experience using static code analysis (e.g., SonarQube). Clear communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to varied audiences. Nice to Have Cloud experience: AWS / Azure / GCP . Containerisation: Docker, Kubernetes . Distributed processing: Apache Spark / Flink . Please apply within for further details - Matthew Holmes, Harvey Nash Always use these settings
Senior Java Engineer Payments Location: London two days per week Contract Length: Minimum twelve months Pay: £525 - £625 per day An experienced Senior Java Engineer is required to support the delivery of large-scale enterprise payments platforms within a modern cloud-based architecture. This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems and working closely with senior technology and banking stakeholders. What you will be doing You will be designing and building robust Java based payment services using modern engineering practices. The work is delivery focused and will involve contributing to cloud native microservices handling high volume transactions within critical banking environments. Collaboration and communication are key as you will be working alongside engineers, architects and non-technical stakeholders. Essential experience Strong hands-on experience with Java eleven Spring Boot and microservices architecturesProven experience working within AWS cloud environmentsSolid experience using Apache Kafka and asynchronous messagingDeep understanding of payments processing and ISO 20022 standardsBetween five and ten years' experience as a Java engineerAt least three years hands on experience implementing ICON IPF within banking environmentsBackground working closely with major banking or financial services clientsConfident communicator able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Why apply This role offers long term stability challenging technical work and the opportunity to contribute to mission critical payment systems used at scale. Ideal for an experienced Java Engineer looking to apply their skills in a complex high impact payments environment.
Apr 28, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Java Engineer Payments Location: London two days per week Contract Length: Minimum twelve months Pay: £525 - £625 per day An experienced Senior Java Engineer is required to support the delivery of large-scale enterprise payments platforms within a modern cloud-based architecture. This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems and working closely with senior technology and banking stakeholders. What you will be doing You will be designing and building robust Java based payment services using modern engineering practices. The work is delivery focused and will involve contributing to cloud native microservices handling high volume transactions within critical banking environments. Collaboration and communication are key as you will be working alongside engineers, architects and non-technical stakeholders. Essential experience Strong hands-on experience with Java eleven Spring Boot and microservices architecturesProven experience working within AWS cloud environmentsSolid experience using Apache Kafka and asynchronous messagingDeep understanding of payments processing and ISO 20022 standardsBetween five and ten years' experience as a Java engineerAt least three years hands on experience implementing ICON IPF within banking environmentsBackground working closely with major banking or financial services clientsConfident communicator able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Why apply This role offers long term stability challenging technical work and the opportunity to contribute to mission critical payment systems used at scale. Ideal for an experienced Java Engineer looking to apply their skills in a complex high impact payments environment.
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER BARNSLEY UP TO £50,000 + GREAT CULTURE + BENEFITS The Opportunity: You'll be joining as an experienced developer, working on live systems, handling sensitive data, maintaining reliable workflows, and making sure the software does what users need it to do without getting in the way. This isn't a role where you just pick up tickets and move on. You'll be expected to think about how the system hangs together, improve existing code, and help keep things stable as changes are made. What We're Looking For Solid experience working with PHP at a mid or senior level Strong JavaScript skills, including working with APIs Good knowledge of MariaDB/MySQL, including database structure and performance Experience with AWS (e.g. hosting, deployments, or working with cloud-based services) Experience working on live systems, especially where data sensitivity matters Understanding of secure coding and data protection Able to work independently and make sensible technical decisions Experience dealing with older or existing codebases What You'll Be Doing Building and maintaining applications using PHP Developing front-end features with JavaScript to keep workflows simple and intuitive Managing and improving databases (MariaDB/MySQL), making sure data is accurate and performs well Keeping systems secure, stable, and easy to audit Investigating and fixing issues in live environments without causing disruption Writing clean, readable code that others can easily work with Getting involved in code reviews and general improvements Supporting less experienced developers when needed By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER BARNSLEY UP TO £50,000 + GREAT CULTURE + BENEFITS The Opportunity: You'll be joining as an experienced developer, working on live systems, handling sensitive data, maintaining reliable workflows, and making sure the software does what users need it to do without getting in the way. This isn't a role where you just pick up tickets and move on. You'll be expected to think about how the system hangs together, improve existing code, and help keep things stable as changes are made. What We're Looking For Solid experience working with PHP at a mid or senior level Strong JavaScript skills, including working with APIs Good knowledge of MariaDB/MySQL, including database structure and performance Experience with AWS (e.g. hosting, deployments, or working with cloud-based services) Experience working on live systems, especially where data sensitivity matters Understanding of secure coding and data protection Able to work independently and make sensible technical decisions Experience dealing with older or existing codebases What You'll Be Doing Building and maintaining applications using PHP Developing front-end features with JavaScript to keep workflows simple and intuitive Managing and improving databases (MariaDB/MySQL), making sure data is accurate and performs well Keeping systems secure, stable, and easy to audit Investigating and fixing issues in live environments without causing disruption Writing clean, readable code that others can easily work with Getting involved in code reviews and general improvements Supporting less experienced developers when needed By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
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.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
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.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is a world-leading creative university for teaching and research in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is made up of six renowned colleges and hosts several institutes that further the university's mission and social purpose. Digital & Technology at UAL is on an exciting journey, transitioning from a 'classic' IT approach to a user-centred product approach to technology. We are investing in our people, and the processes enabled by digital, to evolve and transform the student and staff experience at UAL. This is an exciting opening for a Senior Developer within Digital & Technology at University of the Arts London. Focused on delivering new digital functionality and web development support for UAL's digital channels, which include the main university website, student portfolio and showcase platforms, using PHP, JavaScript, HTML and related technologies. You will be working with the core content management systems, and the wider development team to produce new functionality and services across a range of exciting digital products. You will be instrumental in designing and building foundational systems to reduce and realign our tech stack and help modernise ways of working. You will also get the opportunity to play a key role in projects, working with key stakeholders to identify requirements for new applications, working in an Agile environment. In this post you will line manage a Web Developer and a Junior Developer. Experience Extensive experience of developing websites and web applications using PHP 8+, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, AJAX/JSON Good working understanding of CMS and frameworks such as Drupal, WordPress, Craft and Laravel Proficiency and application of WCAG 2.2 accessibility guidance Knowledge of microservices, APIs (build and integration) and cloud services (AWS) Strong stakeholder management experience, along with high level inter-personal and communication skills Experience working as a member of a development team, providing support, mentoring and cover where needed UAL is a world-class university, shaping the creative industries worldwide, and staff have access to a range of benefits, training and personal development to recognise and reward the contributions they make, and to encourage excellence, creativity and diversity, including: Competitive salary package of £44,375 - £52,977 per annum depending on experience 34 days annual leave plus public holidays Generous, defined benefit pension scheme Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of full maternity or paternity pay HAYS Technology have been retained by University of the Arts London to manage the search and recruitment of this role. For all enquiries, please contact Liam Cornelius-Rumsey at Hays Technology.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
University of the Arts London (UAL) is a world-leading creative university for teaching and research in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is made up of six renowned colleges and hosts several institutes that further the university's mission and social purpose. Digital & Technology at UAL is on an exciting journey, transitioning from a 'classic' IT approach to a user-centred product approach to technology. We are investing in our people, and the processes enabled by digital, to evolve and transform the student and staff experience at UAL. This is an exciting opening for a Senior Developer within Digital & Technology at University of the Arts London. Focused on delivering new digital functionality and web development support for UAL's digital channels, which include the main university website, student portfolio and showcase platforms, using PHP, JavaScript, HTML and related technologies. You will be working with the core content management systems, and the wider development team to produce new functionality and services across a range of exciting digital products. You will be instrumental in designing and building foundational systems to reduce and realign our tech stack and help modernise ways of working. You will also get the opportunity to play a key role in projects, working with key stakeholders to identify requirements for new applications, working in an Agile environment. In this post you will line manage a Web Developer and a Junior Developer. Experience Extensive experience of developing websites and web applications using PHP 8+, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, AJAX/JSON Good working understanding of CMS and frameworks such as Drupal, WordPress, Craft and Laravel Proficiency and application of WCAG 2.2 accessibility guidance Knowledge of microservices, APIs (build and integration) and cloud services (AWS) Strong stakeholder management experience, along with high level inter-personal and communication skills Experience working as a member of a development team, providing support, mentoring and cover where needed UAL is a world-class university, shaping the creative industries worldwide, and staff have access to a range of benefits, training and personal development to recognise and reward the contributions they make, and to encourage excellence, creativity and diversity, including: Competitive salary package of £44,375 - £52,977 per annum depending on experience 34 days annual leave plus public holidays Generous, defined benefit pension scheme Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of full maternity or paternity pay HAYS Technology have been retained by University of the Arts London to manage the search and recruitment of this role. For all enquiries, please contact Liam Cornelius-Rumsey at Hays Technology.
Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & C#.NET) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa £650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and C# .NET Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & C#.NET) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa £650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and C# .NET Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
C# Senior Software Developer - Onsite My client is seeking a talented C# Senior Software Developer to join their Preston-based team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior developers, and work on high-impact, secure banking solutions. You will be a key contributor to web portal and API development, ensuring performance, security, and reliability in a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for developers with strong technical expertise who are looking to grow into leadership or team management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain web portals using ASP.NET MVC / .NET Core Design and integrate REST APIs with internal and third-party services Implement secure authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2, API Keys) Connect applications to relational databases using Entity Framework Core (DbContext, LINQ, Migrations) Debug and trace request flows from UI Controller API Database Response Maintain and publish API documentation via Swagger / OpenAPI Ensure API security, reliability, and performance (error handling, retry logic, logging, timeouts, CORS) Collaborate with database, infrastructure, and QA teams for portal and API releases Participate in code reviews, version control, and CI/CD deployment workflows Required Technical Skills C# (strong proficiency) ASP.NET MVC or .NET Core Web API MVC concepts: Routing, Controllers, Filters, Middleware, Model Binding, Dependency Injection Entity Framework Core (DbContext, DbSet, OnModelCreating, LINQ) and ADO.NET/Raw SQL experience MS SQL Server or MySQL database experience HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript REST API expertise and integration (HttpClient, RestSharp, JSON serialization/deserialization, CORS, HTTPS, API security) Git version control and CI/CD workflows (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI preferred) Hosting experience with IIS or Kestrel Docker basics (preferred but not mandatory) Preferred/Bonus Skills Experience with fintech or payments API integration Cloud services (Azure, AWS) hosting basics Webhooks and event-based APIs Structured logging tools (Splunk, ELK, App Insights) Performance optimization and API rate-handling Why Join My Client Be part of a pioneering fintech/secure banking technology company Opportunity to mentor and lead junior developers Work in a supportive, collaborative, and technically driven environment Gain experience in high-security, mission-critical software projects Interested? Please Click Apply Now! C# Senior Software Developer
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
C# Senior Software Developer - Onsite My client is seeking a talented C# Senior Software Developer to join their Preston-based team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior developers, and work on high-impact, secure banking solutions. You will be a key contributor to web portal and API development, ensuring performance, security, and reliability in a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for developers with strong technical expertise who are looking to grow into leadership or team management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain web portals using ASP.NET MVC / .NET Core Design and integrate REST APIs with internal and third-party services Implement secure authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2, API Keys) Connect applications to relational databases using Entity Framework Core (DbContext, LINQ, Migrations) Debug and trace request flows from UI Controller API Database Response Maintain and publish API documentation via Swagger / OpenAPI Ensure API security, reliability, and performance (error handling, retry logic, logging, timeouts, CORS) Collaborate with database, infrastructure, and QA teams for portal and API releases Participate in code reviews, version control, and CI/CD deployment workflows Required Technical Skills C# (strong proficiency) ASP.NET MVC or .NET Core Web API MVC concepts: Routing, Controllers, Filters, Middleware, Model Binding, Dependency Injection Entity Framework Core (DbContext, DbSet, OnModelCreating, LINQ) and ADO.NET/Raw SQL experience MS SQL Server or MySQL database experience HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript REST API expertise and integration (HttpClient, RestSharp, JSON serialization/deserialization, CORS, HTTPS, API security) Git version control and CI/CD workflows (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI preferred) Hosting experience with IIS or Kestrel Docker basics (preferred but not mandatory) Preferred/Bonus Skills Experience with fintech or payments API integration Cloud services (Azure, AWS) hosting basics Webhooks and event-based APIs Structured logging tools (Splunk, ELK, App Insights) Performance optimization and API rate-handling Why Join My Client Be part of a pioneering fintech/secure banking technology company Opportunity to mentor and lead junior developers Work in a supportive, collaborative, and technically driven environment Gain experience in high-security, mission-critical software projects Interested? Please Click Apply Now! C# Senior Software Developer
Would you like the opportunity to work with the latest technologies reaching 50 million users? DVLA are looking for Software Engineers with a passion for modern software development to become an integral part of a large, new programme of work and using cutting-edge tech to develop cloud-based software at scale. £44,241 - £58,997 plus 29% employer pension contribution and other benefits. Flexible, hybrid working from Swansea. About DVLA The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) deliver wide reaching digital services to the UK public and industry and maintain the national record of vehicles and drivers. If you have applied for a driving licence, changed vehicle, re-licensed your vehicle or completed a vehicle enquiry you would have used one of their services. You'll be supported with a high-spec MacBook and access to certifications in areas like AWS and Java, alongside the freedom to keep developing your skills. DVLA also actively encourages the use of AI coding tools, with a dedicated community focused on using them responsibly to improve how digital services are built. Job Description At the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), you'll work with modern technologies across both back-end and front-end development. On the back end, this includes Java, Spring Boot and tools like OpenAPI - but what matters most is your ability to build clean, secure applications using any object-oriented language. For front-end work, you'll use Ruby on Rails and React to create intuitive, accessible user interfaces. You will join one of the leading agile and cloud-focused technology teams in government, working with modern tools such as serverless, Docker and Kubernetes. You'll be part of the new electronic Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) programme, helping to modernise how vehicle tax is delivered digitally, within a friendly and stable engineering community that values innovation, security and a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities Develop and maintain secure, scalable software solutions within an agile delivery team Contribute to the design and implementation of digital services, supporting technical decisions and improvements Collaborate with business analysts, delivery managers and other engineers to refine user stories and deliver against requirements Support live services, including troubleshooting, performance improvements and ongoing enhancements Mentor and support junior developers, contributing to best practice and continuous improvement within the team Essential skills Experience working as a software engineer across multiple teams or projects, using a range of modern technologies and tools Experience developing software using one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, C#, JavaScript or similar Experience working with modern development practices, including CI/CD tooling and agile methodologies Interest or experience in back-end, front-end, security or serverless technologies Ability to communicate effectively with engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders across the business Desirable skills Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Exposure to cloud-native architectures (e.g. serverless, containers) Experience contributing to improvements in team processes, tooling or engineering practices Understanding of API design and tools such as OpenAPI Exposure to public sector or working within GDS standards and accessibility guidelines Benefits Alongside your salary of £44,241 - £58,997, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £12,816 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Expect a planned, transparent progression with learning and development tailored to your role, an environment with flexible working options and a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity, long-term career progression plus the following benefits: A salary of £44,241 - £58,997, (inclusive of allowances) dependant on interview assessment Accreditations expensed with study days aside in areas such as AWS, Java and many more High spec laptop An environment with flexible and condensed hours working options Generous employer contribution of at least 28.9%, depending on rate of salary and chosen pension scheme. A great work-life balance 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Ability to buy and sell annual leave. Digital Communities On-site gym plus personal training available On-site nursery, restaurants, and coffee bar Range of staff groups to support all our colleagues. Free parking. Further information: This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. Client does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. If you are a Software Developer looking to develop your skills and work with the latest technologies on large-scale software delivery projects, then contact of of the team members at Inspire People, or apply now.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Would you like the opportunity to work with the latest technologies reaching 50 million users? DVLA are looking for Software Engineers with a passion for modern software development to become an integral part of a large, new programme of work and using cutting-edge tech to develop cloud-based software at scale. £44,241 - £58,997 plus 29% employer pension contribution and other benefits. Flexible, hybrid working from Swansea. About DVLA The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) deliver wide reaching digital services to the UK public and industry and maintain the national record of vehicles and drivers. If you have applied for a driving licence, changed vehicle, re-licensed your vehicle or completed a vehicle enquiry you would have used one of their services. You'll be supported with a high-spec MacBook and access to certifications in areas like AWS and Java, alongside the freedom to keep developing your skills. DVLA also actively encourages the use of AI coding tools, with a dedicated community focused on using them responsibly to improve how digital services are built. Job Description At the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), you'll work with modern technologies across both back-end and front-end development. On the back end, this includes Java, Spring Boot and tools like OpenAPI - but what matters most is your ability to build clean, secure applications using any object-oriented language. For front-end work, you'll use Ruby on Rails and React to create intuitive, accessible user interfaces. You will join one of the leading agile and cloud-focused technology teams in government, working with modern tools such as serverless, Docker and Kubernetes. You'll be part of the new electronic Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) programme, helping to modernise how vehicle tax is delivered digitally, within a friendly and stable engineering community that values innovation, security and a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities Develop and maintain secure, scalable software solutions within an agile delivery team Contribute to the design and implementation of digital services, supporting technical decisions and improvements Collaborate with business analysts, delivery managers and other engineers to refine user stories and deliver against requirements Support live services, including troubleshooting, performance improvements and ongoing enhancements Mentor and support junior developers, contributing to best practice and continuous improvement within the team Essential skills Experience working as a software engineer across multiple teams or projects, using a range of modern technologies and tools Experience developing software using one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, C#, JavaScript or similar Experience working with modern development practices, including CI/CD tooling and agile methodologies Interest or experience in back-end, front-end, security or serverless technologies Ability to communicate effectively with engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders across the business Desirable skills Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Exposure to cloud-native architectures (e.g. serverless, containers) Experience contributing to improvements in team processes, tooling or engineering practices Understanding of API design and tools such as OpenAPI Exposure to public sector or working within GDS standards and accessibility guidelines Benefits Alongside your salary of £44,241 - £58,997, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £12,816 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Expect a planned, transparent progression with learning and development tailored to your role, an environment with flexible working options and a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity, long-term career progression plus the following benefits: A salary of £44,241 - £58,997, (inclusive of allowances) dependant on interview assessment Accreditations expensed with study days aside in areas such as AWS, Java and many more High spec laptop An environment with flexible and condensed hours working options Generous employer contribution of at least 28.9%, depending on rate of salary and chosen pension scheme. A great work-life balance 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Ability to buy and sell annual leave. Digital Communities On-site gym plus personal training available On-site nursery, restaurants, and coffee bar Range of staff groups to support all our colleagues. Free parking. Further information: This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. Client does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. If you are a Software Developer looking to develop your skills and work with the latest technologies on large-scale software delivery projects, then contact of of the team members at Inspire People, or apply now.
Charles Jenson Recruitment Ltd
Bicester, Oxfordshire
Senior Back End Developer - £60k Office based 5 days a week Permanent. We need a Senior PHP/Laravel Developer to join a business that is organically growing and building an exceptional team to expand and deliver the best possible services to their varied client base. Ideally, we want Senior Back End PHP Developers that can easily get to office near Aylesbury 5 days a week. We are looking for Senior PHP/Laravel Developers that are motivated, love coding and passionate about their work and want to progress their skillset and career. There is an opportunity to move into a tech lead role. Key skills required: Proven commercial experience. PHP Laravel HTML CSS JavaScript AWS MySQL It is essential that all Senior PHP Web Developers have first class communication skills - both written and verbal. Candidates will be very enthusiastic and have a desire to succeed. For more information, please contact Charles Jenson Recruitment.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Back End Developer - £60k Office based 5 days a week Permanent. We need a Senior PHP/Laravel Developer to join a business that is organically growing and building an exceptional team to expand and deliver the best possible services to their varied client base. Ideally, we want Senior Back End PHP Developers that can easily get to office near Aylesbury 5 days a week. We are looking for Senior PHP/Laravel Developers that are motivated, love coding and passionate about their work and want to progress their skillset and career. There is an opportunity to move into a tech lead role. Key skills required: Proven commercial experience. PHP Laravel HTML CSS JavaScript AWS MySQL It is essential that all Senior PHP Web Developers have first class communication skills - both written and verbal. Candidates will be very enthusiastic and have a desire to succeed. For more information, please contact Charles Jenson Recruitment.
Job Description Senior Front End Developer (React) Permanent UK-Based - West Midlands (Hybrid working) SC Clearance Eligible TXP is expanding its front-end engineering capability and is looking for an experienced Senior Front End Developer to join our growing delivery teams.This is an opportunity to work on complex, modern applications at scale, using contemporary front-end technologies within a collaborative, Agile environment. You'll play a key role in building high-quality, performant and accessible user interfaces while helping to maintain strong engineering standards across the team.As a Senior Front End Developer, you'll be hands-on across the full software development lifecycle, contributing to design, development, testing and deployment of React-based applications.You'll take ownership of technical delivery, support best practice, and work closely with other developers, testers and stakeholders to deliver robust, high-quality solutions. What You'll Be Doing Designing, developing and maintaining front-end applications using React and modern JavaScript frameworks Working across the full SDLC: design, coding, testing, defect resolution and deployment Ensuring work meets agreed quality, functionality and delivery timelines Participating fully in Agile, sprint-based delivery, including planning, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives Building user interfaces that consume and integrate REST APIs Applying best practice around code quality, performance, accessibility and progressive enhancement Supporting and mentoring junior developers and contractors where appropriate Collaborating with back-end engineers and QA to deliver well-rounded solutions Contributing to shared standards, patterns and continuous improvement across the team What We're Looking For Essential experience: Strong commercial experience with React Experience with modern JS frameworks including Remix and React Router In-depth knowledge of TypeScript and JavaScript Solid understanding of server-side rendering (SSR) and progressive enhancement Experience using the MUI React component library Strong experience building and consuming REST APIs Hands-on experience with end-to-end testing , ideally using Playwright Experience working in Agile / Scrum teams A good understanding of software design, implementation and deployment principles Desirable exposure: Accessibility and performance standards Cloud platforms ( Azure and/or AWS ) CI/CD pipelines Technical architecture concepts AI / LLM tooling About You An experienced senior developer with a strong track record of delivery Detail-driven, quality-focused and methodical in your approach to problem-solving Able to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team Well-organised, with strong time-management and prioritisation skills Proactive, enthusiastic and motivated to make a meaningful contribution Keen to support others and help build team capability Why TXP? At TXP, we pride ourselves on combining strong technical delivery with a supportive, people-first culture. You'll work alongside talented engineers, have opportunities to grow your skills, and be trusted to make a real impact. Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Job Description Senior Front End Developer (React) Permanent UK-Based - West Midlands (Hybrid working) SC Clearance Eligible TXP is expanding its front-end engineering capability and is looking for an experienced Senior Front End Developer to join our growing delivery teams.This is an opportunity to work on complex, modern applications at scale, using contemporary front-end technologies within a collaborative, Agile environment. You'll play a key role in building high-quality, performant and accessible user interfaces while helping to maintain strong engineering standards across the team.As a Senior Front End Developer, you'll be hands-on across the full software development lifecycle, contributing to design, development, testing and deployment of React-based applications.You'll take ownership of technical delivery, support best practice, and work closely with other developers, testers and stakeholders to deliver robust, high-quality solutions. What You'll Be Doing Designing, developing and maintaining front-end applications using React and modern JavaScript frameworks Working across the full SDLC: design, coding, testing, defect resolution and deployment Ensuring work meets agreed quality, functionality and delivery timelines Participating fully in Agile, sprint-based delivery, including planning, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives Building user interfaces that consume and integrate REST APIs Applying best practice around code quality, performance, accessibility and progressive enhancement Supporting and mentoring junior developers and contractors where appropriate Collaborating with back-end engineers and QA to deliver well-rounded solutions Contributing to shared standards, patterns and continuous improvement across the team What We're Looking For Essential experience: Strong commercial experience with React Experience with modern JS frameworks including Remix and React Router In-depth knowledge of TypeScript and JavaScript Solid understanding of server-side rendering (SSR) and progressive enhancement Experience using the MUI React component library Strong experience building and consuming REST APIs Hands-on experience with end-to-end testing , ideally using Playwright Experience working in Agile / Scrum teams A good understanding of software design, implementation and deployment principles Desirable exposure: Accessibility and performance standards Cloud platforms ( Azure and/or AWS ) CI/CD pipelines Technical architecture concepts AI / LLM tooling About You An experienced senior developer with a strong track record of delivery Detail-driven, quality-focused and methodical in your approach to problem-solving Able to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team Well-organised, with strong time-management and prioritisation skills Proactive, enthusiastic and motivated to make a meaningful contribution Keen to support others and help build team capability Why TXP? At TXP, we pride ourselves on combining strong technical delivery with a supportive, people-first culture. You'll work alongside talented engineers, have opportunities to grow your skills, and be trusted to make a real impact. Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that.
Job Description Java Team Lead Location: West Midlands (Hybrid working) Type: Permanent About the Role TXP is growing its Java capability significantly, and we're looking for an experienced Java Team Lead to help shape, scale, and lead our Java engineering community.This is a senior leadership role , focused on the management, development, and technical oversight of our Java teams across the UK, offshore delivery centres, and trusted partners. As the team grows, this role is critical in maintaining engineering standards, developing people, supporting recruitment, and ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.You'll bring a strong developer background , but this is not a hands-on delivery role . Instead, it's an opportunity for someone ready to step back from day-to-day coding and focus on leadership, quality, and scale, while still remaining technically credible. What You'll Be Doing Lead and manage the Java engineering capability across TXP, maintaining high standards of delivery and quality Provide technical leadership and assurance, ensuring modern engineering practices and standards are consistently applied Act as the escalation point for the Java team across delivery, technical, and people matters Support the development and performance management of engineers, including mentoring senior developers Drive recruitment and onboarding of new Java team members as the capability scales Oversee and challenge solution designs, code quality, and engineering approaches (without being hands-on in delivery) Support pre-sales and bid activities, working closely with technical and commercial stakeholders Work with delivery leaders and partners to ensure teams are set up for success Shape, promote, and enforce engineering standards across the full development lifecycle What We're Looking For You'll be a technically strong leader who understands modern Java development deeply, even if you're no longer coding every day. Essential experience: Strong background in Java development (Java 1.6 / 1.8 or later) Experience leading or managing Java engineers in a delivery environment Excellent understanding of REST APIs, Spring, Oracle PL/SQL, and microservices architecture Experience with modern build and deployment tooling (e.g. Maven, Docker, Kubernetes) Good working knowledge of Agile / Scrum delivery approaches Experience reviewing, challenging, and assuring code and technical design Confidence engaging in technical discussions with senior engineers and architects Strong people leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills Desirable experience: Front-end exposure (React or other JavaScript frameworks) CI/CD, unit testing (JUnit, Mockito), and TDD practices Cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS Pre-sales, bid support, or solution shaping experience Experience working with offshore or partner teams Why Join TXP? A genuinely senior leadership role with real influence as the Java capability scales Opportunity to step away from daily delivery while staying close to technology Work alongside experienced technical leaders shaping TXP's future engineering direction Hybrid working, supportive culture, and strong focus on professional growth Be part of a consultancy that values quality, pragmatism, and people Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that. Ready to Shape the Future? If you're a Java leader who enjoys building teams, setting standards, and enabling others to do their best work, we'd love to hear from you.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Job Description Java Team Lead Location: West Midlands (Hybrid working) Type: Permanent About the Role TXP is growing its Java capability significantly, and we're looking for an experienced Java Team Lead to help shape, scale, and lead our Java engineering community.This is a senior leadership role , focused on the management, development, and technical oversight of our Java teams across the UK, offshore delivery centres, and trusted partners. As the team grows, this role is critical in maintaining engineering standards, developing people, supporting recruitment, and ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.You'll bring a strong developer background , but this is not a hands-on delivery role . Instead, it's an opportunity for someone ready to step back from day-to-day coding and focus on leadership, quality, and scale, while still remaining technically credible. What You'll Be Doing Lead and manage the Java engineering capability across TXP, maintaining high standards of delivery and quality Provide technical leadership and assurance, ensuring modern engineering practices and standards are consistently applied Act as the escalation point for the Java team across delivery, technical, and people matters Support the development and performance management of engineers, including mentoring senior developers Drive recruitment and onboarding of new Java team members as the capability scales Oversee and challenge solution designs, code quality, and engineering approaches (without being hands-on in delivery) Support pre-sales and bid activities, working closely with technical and commercial stakeholders Work with delivery leaders and partners to ensure teams are set up for success Shape, promote, and enforce engineering standards across the full development lifecycle What We're Looking For You'll be a technically strong leader who understands modern Java development deeply, even if you're no longer coding every day. Essential experience: Strong background in Java development (Java 1.6 / 1.8 or later) Experience leading or managing Java engineers in a delivery environment Excellent understanding of REST APIs, Spring, Oracle PL/SQL, and microservices architecture Experience with modern build and deployment tooling (e.g. Maven, Docker, Kubernetes) Good working knowledge of Agile / Scrum delivery approaches Experience reviewing, challenging, and assuring code and technical design Confidence engaging in technical discussions with senior engineers and architects Strong people leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills Desirable experience: Front-end exposure (React or other JavaScript frameworks) CI/CD, unit testing (JUnit, Mockito), and TDD practices Cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS Pre-sales, bid support, or solution shaping experience Experience working with offshore or partner teams Why Join TXP? A genuinely senior leadership role with real influence as the Java capability scales Opportunity to step away from daily delivery while staying close to technology Work alongside experienced technical leaders shaping TXP's future engineering direction Hybrid working, supportive culture, and strong focus on professional growth Be part of a consultancy that values quality, pragmatism, and people Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that. Ready to Shape the Future? If you're a Java leader who enjoys building teams, setting standards, and enabling others to do their best work, we'd love to hear from you.
Senior Java Fullstack Developer - VP level - Investment Technology / Finance An industry leading global financial and technology organisation are looking for Senior Java Software Engineers with 7+ years' experience, who have some experience in React or similar, plus modern JavaScript/TypeScript, who like to innovate and be part of a team creating next-generation investment finance technology. Based in London, you will be a key part of the team responsible for engineering a cloud-first Private Markets platform using a microservice architecture, supporting hundreds of client businesses, managing and analysing their portfolios. The team's focus is to design and implement authorisation and permissions management using RBAC and policy based approaches. The team owns permissions management capabilities (roles, entitlements, lifecycle changes) and drives integration with the central authentication platform to enable consistent access control across applications and environments. The team is very quickly moving to AI-enabled development, and you will be at the heart of that transformation. Responsibilities Work closely alongside the Engineering Lead to deliver the technical strategy for your team. Deliver high efficiency, high availability, concurrent and fault tolerant software systems using API-First principles. Design, develop, and implement secure, scalable, and reliable micro-services to deliver client-facing applications using a Java backend and React frontend. Optimize performance and reliability through continuous testing, debugging, and refinement. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge, with a particular focus on AI. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to more junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team. Ideal profile 7+ years of professional experience in Java development, with a focus on building client facing APIs or platforms Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience managing and mentoring diverse teams. Knowledge of building applications using AI tooling and frameworks (e.g. LLMs, prompt engineering, vector databases). Experience integrating AI/ML services into backend systems and APIs. Familiarity with AI driven development practices and tools for code generation and testing. Strong proficiency in Java and related frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot, Hibernate). Some experience in React or similar and modern JavaScript/TypeScript. Solid experience with object oriented design and applying standard design patterns Experience designing, building, and deploying scalable microservices using API first principles with REST and/or gRPC. Experience with API authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g. OAuth, JWT). Hands on experience with engineering tools such as Git, Maven, unit and integration testing frameworks, and mocking libraries. Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services in an enterprise environment is beneficial. Experience with message brokers such as Kafka a plus. A friendly, positive, and can do attitude. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Java Fullstack Developer - VP level - Investment Technology / Finance An industry leading global financial and technology organisation are looking for Senior Java Software Engineers with 7+ years' experience, who have some experience in React or similar, plus modern JavaScript/TypeScript, who like to innovate and be part of a team creating next-generation investment finance technology. Based in London, you will be a key part of the team responsible for engineering a cloud-first Private Markets platform using a microservice architecture, supporting hundreds of client businesses, managing and analysing their portfolios. The team's focus is to design and implement authorisation and permissions management using RBAC and policy based approaches. The team owns permissions management capabilities (roles, entitlements, lifecycle changes) and drives integration with the central authentication platform to enable consistent access control across applications and environments. The team is very quickly moving to AI-enabled development, and you will be at the heart of that transformation. Responsibilities Work closely alongside the Engineering Lead to deliver the technical strategy for your team. Deliver high efficiency, high availability, concurrent and fault tolerant software systems using API-First principles. Design, develop, and implement secure, scalable, and reliable micro-services to deliver client-facing applications using a Java backend and React frontend. Optimize performance and reliability through continuous testing, debugging, and refinement. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge, with a particular focus on AI. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to more junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team. Ideal profile 7+ years of professional experience in Java development, with a focus on building client facing APIs or platforms Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience managing and mentoring diverse teams. Knowledge of building applications using AI tooling and frameworks (e.g. LLMs, prompt engineering, vector databases). Experience integrating AI/ML services into backend systems and APIs. Familiarity with AI driven development practices and tools for code generation and testing. Strong proficiency in Java and related frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot, Hibernate). Some experience in React or similar and modern JavaScript/TypeScript. Solid experience with object oriented design and applying standard design patterns Experience designing, building, and deploying scalable microservices using API first principles with REST and/or gRPC. Experience with API authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g. OAuth, JWT). Hands on experience with engineering tools such as Git, Maven, unit and integration testing frameworks, and mocking libraries. Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services in an enterprise environment is beneficial. Experience with message brokers such as Kafka a plus. A friendly, positive, and can do attitude. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Pure Resourcing Solutions
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
PHP Developer (Drupal Experience Preferred) Location: Hybrid - It is essential you are located in a commutable distance of Cambridge for this role. Type: Full-time Experience: Mid-Senior level (flexible for the right candidate) The Role We're looking for a PHP-focused Developer to join our growing team and play a key role in building and maintaining robust, scalable web solutions for a range of clients. While PHP will be your core strength, experience with Drupal would be a big plus, particularly in an agency-style environment where no two projects are the same. You'll work closely with designers, project managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality work across multiple projects, balancing clean code with real-world deadlines. What You'll Be Doing Developing and maintaining PHP-based applications and websites Working with Drupal (custom modules, theming, configuration, updates) Collaborating within cross-functional teams in an agency-style workflow Contributing to technical decisions and best practices Maintaining and improving existing codebases Supporting deployments, updates, and ongoing improvements Communicating clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience with PHP Solid understanding of modern PHP practices and frameworks Experience working with relational databases (MySQL/MariaDB) Comfortable working with Git and collaborative workflows Good understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively Nice to Have Drupal experience (Drupal 9/10 in particular) Previous agency experience, or experience working across multiple client projects Experience building or maintaining APIs Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and hosting environments Exposure to front-end frameworks or build tools What We're Looking For A pragmatic problem-solver who writes clean, maintainable code Someone comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment A team player who can also work independently Strong communication skills and attention to detail What We Offer Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different sectors Supportive, collaborative team culture Room to influence technical direction and grow your skill set Competitive salary based on experience
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
PHP Developer (Drupal Experience Preferred) Location: Hybrid - It is essential you are located in a commutable distance of Cambridge for this role. Type: Full-time Experience: Mid-Senior level (flexible for the right candidate) The Role We're looking for a PHP-focused Developer to join our growing team and play a key role in building and maintaining robust, scalable web solutions for a range of clients. While PHP will be your core strength, experience with Drupal would be a big plus, particularly in an agency-style environment where no two projects are the same. You'll work closely with designers, project managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality work across multiple projects, balancing clean code with real-world deadlines. What You'll Be Doing Developing and maintaining PHP-based applications and websites Working with Drupal (custom modules, theming, configuration, updates) Collaborating within cross-functional teams in an agency-style workflow Contributing to technical decisions and best practices Maintaining and improving existing codebases Supporting deployments, updates, and ongoing improvements Communicating clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience with PHP Solid understanding of modern PHP practices and frameworks Experience working with relational databases (MySQL/MariaDB) Comfortable working with Git and collaborative workflows Good understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively Nice to Have Drupal experience (Drupal 9/10 in particular) Previous agency experience, or experience working across multiple client projects Experience building or maintaining APIs Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and hosting environments Exposure to front-end frameworks or build tools What We're Looking For A pragmatic problem-solver who writes clean, maintainable code Someone comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment A team player who can also work independently Strong communication skills and attention to detail What We Offer Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different sectors Supportive, collaborative team culture Room to influence technical direction and grow your skill set Competitive salary based on experience
