Junior CAD Technician Are you a Junior CAD Technician looking to develop your technical skills on real development projects across the UK? This Junior CAD Technician opportunity offers hands-on design experience, structured mentoring and the chance to build a long-term career within a growing transport planning and infrastructure consultancy. If you are an aspiring Junior CAD Technician with a passion for engineering design and infrastructure, this role offers the chance to work on a wide range of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. You will be supported by experienced engineers and planners while developing your CAD capability and gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle. You will be joining a collaborative consultancy environment where technical growth, teamwork and initiative are encouraged, helping you progress from Junior CAD Technician into a well-rounded infrastructure professional. My client is an independent transport planning and civil engineering consultancy providing specialist services in transport planning, highway infrastructure design, drainage engineering and flood risk management for development projects across the UK. Working closely with developers, architects and local authorities, the consultancy supports projects from early feasibility through to detailed design and delivery. Their teams operate across multiple UK offices and collaborate on projects spanning residential communities, logistics developments, retail sites, healthcare facilities and education projects. With a reputation for providing clear, commercially focused engineering advice, the business offers a supportive environment where early-career professionals can learn from experienced specialists while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects. As a Junior CAD Technician, you will support the design team in producing accurate drawings and technical information for highways and infrastructure projects. You will be doing: Producing CAD drawings for highways, access roads and development infrastructure Assisting with highway design layouts and technical drawings for planning submissions Supporting engineers with the preparation of technical plans and design packages Updating and revising drawings throughout project stages Ensuring drawings comply with relevant design standards and project specifications Collaborating with engineers, planners and other technical specialists within the team Organising drawing files and maintaining accurate project records Assisting with design documentation for planning and technical approvals This Junior CAD Technician role offers strong mentoring and hands-on exposure to real engineering projects, allowing you to develop both technical and industry knowledge. To succeed in this Junior CAD Technician position, you will ideally have: Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software A relevant qualification such as Civil Engineering, Engineering Design, CAD or a related discipline Basic understanding of highway or infrastructure design principles (desirable but not essential) Strong attention to detail and accuracy when producing drawings Good communication and teamwork skills A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced engineers The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines Graduate candidates or those early in their career looking to step into a Junior CAD Technician role are encouraged to apply. Salary and Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience Supportive training and mentoring from experienced engineers Exposure to a wide range of development and infrastructure projects Professional development and career progression opportunities Collaborative and supportive team environment Modern London office environment This role is based in my client's London office, where you will work alongside transport planners, civil engineers and infrastructure specialists on projects across the UK. You will be joining a growing consultancy that actively supports career development, providing opportunities to progress from Junior CAD Technician into more senior technical roles as your experience develops. The position is full-time with office-based collaboration and opportunities to gain practical project exposure alongside experienced professionals. If you are looking to start or progress your career as a Junior CAD Technician within a specialist infrastructure consultancy, this opportunity could provide the perfect platform for your development. Apply today to find out more about the role and how your career could grow within this team. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Mar 29, 2026
Full time
Junior CAD Technician Are you a Junior CAD Technician looking to develop your technical skills on real development projects across the UK? This Junior CAD Technician opportunity offers hands-on design experience, structured mentoring and the chance to build a long-term career within a growing transport planning and infrastructure consultancy. If you are an aspiring Junior CAD Technician with a passion for engineering design and infrastructure, this role offers the chance to work on a wide range of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. You will be supported by experienced engineers and planners while developing your CAD capability and gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle. You will be joining a collaborative consultancy environment where technical growth, teamwork and initiative are encouraged, helping you progress from Junior CAD Technician into a well-rounded infrastructure professional. My client is an independent transport planning and civil engineering consultancy providing specialist services in transport planning, highway infrastructure design, drainage engineering and flood risk management for development projects across the UK. Working closely with developers, architects and local authorities, the consultancy supports projects from early feasibility through to detailed design and delivery. Their teams operate across multiple UK offices and collaborate on projects spanning residential communities, logistics developments, retail sites, healthcare facilities and education projects. With a reputation for providing clear, commercially focused engineering advice, the business offers a supportive environment where early-career professionals can learn from experienced specialists while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects. As a Junior CAD Technician, you will support the design team in producing accurate drawings and technical information for highways and infrastructure projects. You will be doing: Producing CAD drawings for highways, access roads and development infrastructure Assisting with highway design layouts and technical drawings for planning submissions Supporting engineers with the preparation of technical plans and design packages Updating and revising drawings throughout project stages Ensuring drawings comply with relevant design standards and project specifications Collaborating with engineers, planners and other technical specialists within the team Organising drawing files and maintaining accurate project records Assisting with design documentation for planning and technical approvals This Junior CAD Technician role offers strong mentoring and hands-on exposure to real engineering projects, allowing you to develop both technical and industry knowledge. To succeed in this Junior CAD Technician position, you will ideally have: Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software A relevant qualification such as Civil Engineering, Engineering Design, CAD or a related discipline Basic understanding of highway or infrastructure design principles (desirable but not essential) Strong attention to detail and accuracy when producing drawings Good communication and teamwork skills A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced engineers The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines Graduate candidates or those early in their career looking to step into a Junior CAD Technician role are encouraged to apply. Salary and Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience Supportive training and mentoring from experienced engineers Exposure to a wide range of development and infrastructure projects Professional development and career progression opportunities Collaborative and supportive team environment Modern London office environment This role is based in my client's London office, where you will work alongside transport planners, civil engineers and infrastructure specialists on projects across the UK. You will be joining a growing consultancy that actively supports career development, providing opportunities to progress from Junior CAD Technician into more senior technical roles as your experience develops. The position is full-time with office-based collaboration and opportunities to gain practical project exposure alongside experienced professionals. If you are looking to start or progress your career as a Junior CAD Technician within a specialist infrastructure consultancy, this opportunity could provide the perfect platform for your development. Apply today to find out more about the role and how your career could grow within this team. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Job Title: Senior Solution Architect Location: Ipswich Years of Experience: 15+ Years Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our dynamic team in Ipswich. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and expertise in Application Architecture, with a proven track record of designing and implementing robust application solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align technology with business goals and drive innovation within the organization. Responsibilities: Lead the design and architecture of complex application systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Develop and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices for application development. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance application performance and efficiency. Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Mentor and train junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment of application architecture with business objectives. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization. Mandatory Skills: Strong expertise in Application Architecture, including design patterns, frameworks, and methodologies. Proficient in cloud technologies and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with microservices architecture and API design. Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders. Preferred Skills: Experience with DevOps practices and tools. Knowledge of data architecture and database design. Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman). Experience in leading architectural initiatives and driving change within an organization. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. 15+ years of experience in software development and application architecture. Proven experience in leading architectural design and implementation for large scale applications. Relevant certifications in architecture or cloud technologies are a plus.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Solution Architect Location: Ipswich Years of Experience: 15+ Years Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our dynamic team in Ipswich. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and expertise in Application Architecture, with a proven track record of designing and implementing robust application solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align technology with business goals and drive innovation within the organization. Responsibilities: Lead the design and architecture of complex application systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Develop and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices for application development. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance application performance and efficiency. Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Mentor and train junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment of application architecture with business objectives. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization. Mandatory Skills: Strong expertise in Application Architecture, including design patterns, frameworks, and methodologies. Proficient in cloud technologies and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with microservices architecture and API design. Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders. Preferred Skills: Experience with DevOps practices and tools. Knowledge of data architecture and database design. Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman). Experience in leading architectural initiatives and driving change within an organization. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. 15+ years of experience in software development and application architecture. Proven experience in leading architectural design and implementation for large scale applications. Relevant certifications in architecture or cloud technologies are a plus.
£50,000 DOE Hybrid Exeter Company Overview Our client is an innovative and purpose-driven organisation developing advanced digital solutions used within the healthcare sector. With a strong focus on collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, their technology helps professionals make better-informed decisions that ultimately improve patient outcomes worldwide. The team fosters a supportive, forward-thinking culture where developers are encouraged to deepen their technical expertise and explore emerging technologies. Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Developer to join a collaborative development team working on the next generation of intelligent software solutions. This role offers the chance to work with modern technologies in an Agile environment, contributing to the design, development, and delivery of scalable applications that make a real-world impact. The position would suit a mid-level or senior developer with strong experience in C#, .NET, and database development who enjoys solving complex problems and delivering high-quality code. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver new software features using Agile development practices Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate user requirements into technical solutions Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code while contributing to peer reviews and quality standards Analyse technical requirements and manage delivery through the full development lifecycle Requirements Commercial experience with C# and the .NET framework Strong T-SQL skills and experience with data-centric application development Understanding of Agile and Scrum development environments Knowledge of modern development practices such as TDD, refactoring, and SOLID principles Benefits Competitive salary based on experience 25 days' annual leave with the option to purchase additional days Enhanced pension scheme Health and wellbeing support and cashback healthcare scheme Flexible hybrid working options Life assurance and long-term income protection If you are a Software Developer looking to work on meaningful technology within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you. Note on Sponsorship We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
£50,000 DOE Hybrid Exeter Company Overview Our client is an innovative and purpose-driven organisation developing advanced digital solutions used within the healthcare sector. With a strong focus on collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, their technology helps professionals make better-informed decisions that ultimately improve patient outcomes worldwide. The team fosters a supportive, forward-thinking culture where developers are encouraged to deepen their technical expertise and explore emerging technologies. Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Developer to join a collaborative development team working on the next generation of intelligent software solutions. This role offers the chance to work with modern technologies in an Agile environment, contributing to the design, development, and delivery of scalable applications that make a real-world impact. The position would suit a mid-level or senior developer with strong experience in C#, .NET, and database development who enjoys solving complex problems and delivering high-quality code. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver new software features using Agile development practices Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate user requirements into technical solutions Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code while contributing to peer reviews and quality standards Analyse technical requirements and manage delivery through the full development lifecycle Requirements Commercial experience with C# and the .NET framework Strong T-SQL skills and experience with data-centric application development Understanding of Agile and Scrum development environments Knowledge of modern development practices such as TDD, refactoring, and SOLID principles Benefits Competitive salary based on experience 25 days' annual leave with the option to purchase additional days Enhanced pension scheme Health and wellbeing support and cashback healthcare scheme Flexible hybrid working options Life assurance and long-term income protection If you are a Software Developer looking to work on meaningful technology within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you. Note on Sponsorship We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Role: Senior SQL Server DBA/Developer Location: Norwich (onsite) Salary: Up to 55k DOE I'm working on behalf of a well-established UK organisation specialising in financial data and technology solutions, seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to join its internal IT team. The business provides critical financial product data used by major banks, regulators and government bodies across the UK and has been a leader in financial data services for more than 30 years. Reporting to the Software Development Manager, this role will focus on maintaining and developing database infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security and performance across key systems while supporting new product development. Key Responsibilities Maintain and support existing SQL Server databases and infrastructure Develop database modules and software components to meet client requirements Design and propose database architecture and infrastructure improvements Produce and maintain technical documentation including standards and procedures Ensure development best practices including code reviews, testing and standards Mentor and support other members of the technical team Experience & Skills Required Strong experience in a SQL Server DBA or similar role Proven experience with SQL Server (2014/2017) database development and management Solid understanding of database design and query optimisation Experience with C# .NET desktop development Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team Desirable Experience Knowledge of VB6, VBA or web technologies Experience with reporting tools, data warehousing or data mining Experience working within Agile development environments Exposure to financial services or financial products Salary & Benefits Competitive salary depending on experience 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with additional long service entitlement) Birthday day off Enhanced workplace pension Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 GP access Group life insurance Ongoing training and development opportunities Free onsite parking and electric vehicle charging points Locker rooms with showers Fully air-conditioned offices Staff perks including Monday treats and discounted local bus travel
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Role: Senior SQL Server DBA/Developer Location: Norwich (onsite) Salary: Up to 55k DOE I'm working on behalf of a well-established UK organisation specialising in financial data and technology solutions, seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to join its internal IT team. The business provides critical financial product data used by major banks, regulators and government bodies across the UK and has been a leader in financial data services for more than 30 years. Reporting to the Software Development Manager, this role will focus on maintaining and developing database infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security and performance across key systems while supporting new product development. Key Responsibilities Maintain and support existing SQL Server databases and infrastructure Develop database modules and software components to meet client requirements Design and propose database architecture and infrastructure improvements Produce and maintain technical documentation including standards and procedures Ensure development best practices including code reviews, testing and standards Mentor and support other members of the technical team Experience & Skills Required Strong experience in a SQL Server DBA or similar role Proven experience with SQL Server (2014/2017) database development and management Solid understanding of database design and query optimisation Experience with C# .NET desktop development Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team Desirable Experience Knowledge of VB6, VBA or web technologies Experience with reporting tools, data warehousing or data mining Experience working within Agile development environments Exposure to financial services or financial products Salary & Benefits Competitive salary depending on experience 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with additional long service entitlement) Birthday day off Enhanced workplace pension Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 GP access Group life insurance Ongoing training and development opportunities Free onsite parking and electric vehicle charging points Locker rooms with showers Fully air-conditioned offices Staff perks including Monday treats and discounted local bus travel
Senior Software Engineer - £50k Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid) We are working with a technology organisation delivering complex, large-scale digital solutions across sectors including energy, automotive, agriculture and regulatory environments. They are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Leeds, helping design and deliver modern software applications using cloud-native technologies. The Role You will work across the full software development lifecycle , collaborating with delivery managers, test engineers and other developers to deliver secure, scalable software solutions. Responsibilities include: Leading technical delivery within an Agile development team Designing, developing and unit testing high-quality software Working with stakeholders to define requirements and acceptance criteria Contributing to estimation and technical planning Supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers Technology Required: C# JavaScript or TypeScript Cloud development (Azure preferred) Agile development environments Desirable: Angular, React or Vue SQL Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private healthcare Pension matching up to 6% Dedicated career coach Discretionary annual bonus Cycle to work scheme Volunteering days Regular social events
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - £50k Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid) We are working with a technology organisation delivering complex, large-scale digital solutions across sectors including energy, automotive, agriculture and regulatory environments. They are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Leeds, helping design and deliver modern software applications using cloud-native technologies. The Role You will work across the full software development lifecycle , collaborating with delivery managers, test engineers and other developers to deliver secure, scalable software solutions. Responsibilities include: Leading technical delivery within an Agile development team Designing, developing and unit testing high-quality software Working with stakeholders to define requirements and acceptance criteria Contributing to estimation and technical planning Supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers Technology Required: C# JavaScript or TypeScript Cloud development (Azure preferred) Agile development environments Desirable: Angular, React or Vue SQL Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private healthcare Pension matching up to 6% Dedicated career coach Discretionary annual bonus Cycle to work scheme Volunteering days Regular social events
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Full Stack Engineer - UK (Remote) - £60k-£70k I'm working with a UK-based organisation that is building a secure, offline-capable property visiting platform using modern Microsoft technologies. They are looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in delivering the first iteration of a strategic cloud platform that will expand under a 'fail fast' innovation model click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Full Stack Engineer - UK (Remote) - £60k-£70k I'm working with a UK-based organisation that is building a secure, offline-capable property visiting platform using modern Microsoft technologies. They are looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in delivering the first iteration of a strategic cloud platform that will expand under a 'fail fast' innovation model click apply for full job details
Senior Software Engineer / Back End Developer (C# .Net Core) Newcastle onsite to £130k+ Are you a back end focused Software Engineer with a strong academic background, looking to take the next step in your career? This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-impact systems at a growing FinTech scale-up with solid financial backing, a major Hedge Fund partnership, and ambitious plans for expans click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer / Back End Developer (C# .Net Core) Newcastle onsite to £130k+ Are you a back end focused Software Engineer with a strong academic background, looking to take the next step in your career? This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-impact systems at a growing FinTech scale-up with solid financial backing, a major Hedge Fund partnership, and ambitious plans for expans click apply for full job details
IIOT Senior Software Developer Benefits (UK only): 27 days holiday plus Wellbeing day, private medical insurance, bonus scheme, share scheme, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, on site gym, free on site parking, salary sacrifice schemes for technology and electric vehicles. Role Overview You will provide technical leadership to deliver new smart connected products and services enabled by Industry 4.0 technology including IIoT, machine learning and more. Using TypeScript and integrating connected devices with operational technologies such as PLC and SCADA, alongside enterprise platforms including Field Service and Asset Management systems. Driving the delivery of next generation IoT Connected Services using complimentary Azure public cloud native services alongside evolving DevOps responsible for IoT Connected Services. You'll collaborate with IoT implementation and outsourced partners to operate and continuously improve Connected Services, working both hands on and at a technical leadership level with internal teams and third parties to design, build and evolve applications using agile delivery practices. Objectives and Responsibilities Product Development and Delivery - working with internal product owner team, internal and external delivery teams to develop and release IoT enabled connected products and systems. Solution Delivery - design and develop technical solutions aligned with architecture goals, working closely with the Product Owner and Delivery Lead to deliver sprint outcomes on time and to a high standard of quality. IoT Platform & Edge - contribute to the selection and ongoing management of IoT hardware, edge software and platform technologies, while supporting the design, development and release of IoT applications. Customer on boarding - assist the sales and technical teams with the customer's technical teams to define and implement on site IoT connectivity from the devices to the IoT Edge device. BAU Maintenance and Support - working with the Connected Services Operation Manager to provide level 3 incident support to operate the digital solutions and meet customer support goals. Your previous experience Senior Software Engineer on the IoT or related technologies, e.g. IoT, M2M, Smart Products or Connected Device technology. Full Stack Software Engineer delivering modern industrial systems. Experience of Typescript and web technologies desired. Demonstrable experience delivering IoT solutions using public cloud native services. Technical lead on delivery of IoT enabled service offering in a commercial environment providing simultaneous multi customer offerings on a single platform. Experience with different aspects of IoT functionality, such as connectivity, security, provisioning, device management, data ingestion, real time processing, analytics, edge and end devices, data off loading, and integration with external systems including IAM, BI, AI/ML, billing and CRM. Experience developing/working with steam or fluid process system applications is a plus. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate Company Core Values at all times. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical/computer engineering discipline or strong relevant experience. Ideally, a competent user of Microsoft Azure IoT Hub and related IoT services (Time Series Insights, Power BI, AI/ML). Proficient in C#, web technologies such as React, and database technologies. Skills in API development, integration, and performance optimisation. Strong DevOps focus and experience building and deploying infrastructure with cloud deployment technologies. Experience working with Agile methodology and within cross functional teams. Analyse program needs, and tailor designed software solutions to users using a problem solving approach. Benefits You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days' paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free on site parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts portal. We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan, detailed below. Everyone is Included at Spirax Group We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone's contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique. We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working. We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners. About Spirax Group The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra. Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. Our purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones! Our purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
IIOT Senior Software Developer Benefits (UK only): 27 days holiday plus Wellbeing day, private medical insurance, bonus scheme, share scheme, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, on site gym, free on site parking, salary sacrifice schemes for technology and electric vehicles. Role Overview You will provide technical leadership to deliver new smart connected products and services enabled by Industry 4.0 technology including IIoT, machine learning and more. Using TypeScript and integrating connected devices with operational technologies such as PLC and SCADA, alongside enterprise platforms including Field Service and Asset Management systems. Driving the delivery of next generation IoT Connected Services using complimentary Azure public cloud native services alongside evolving DevOps responsible for IoT Connected Services. You'll collaborate with IoT implementation and outsourced partners to operate and continuously improve Connected Services, working both hands on and at a technical leadership level with internal teams and third parties to design, build and evolve applications using agile delivery practices. Objectives and Responsibilities Product Development and Delivery - working with internal product owner team, internal and external delivery teams to develop and release IoT enabled connected products and systems. Solution Delivery - design and develop technical solutions aligned with architecture goals, working closely with the Product Owner and Delivery Lead to deliver sprint outcomes on time and to a high standard of quality. IoT Platform & Edge - contribute to the selection and ongoing management of IoT hardware, edge software and platform technologies, while supporting the design, development and release of IoT applications. Customer on boarding - assist the sales and technical teams with the customer's technical teams to define and implement on site IoT connectivity from the devices to the IoT Edge device. BAU Maintenance and Support - working with the Connected Services Operation Manager to provide level 3 incident support to operate the digital solutions and meet customer support goals. Your previous experience Senior Software Engineer on the IoT or related technologies, e.g. IoT, M2M, Smart Products or Connected Device technology. Full Stack Software Engineer delivering modern industrial systems. Experience of Typescript and web technologies desired. Demonstrable experience delivering IoT solutions using public cloud native services. Technical lead on delivery of IoT enabled service offering in a commercial environment providing simultaneous multi customer offerings on a single platform. Experience with different aspects of IoT functionality, such as connectivity, security, provisioning, device management, data ingestion, real time processing, analytics, edge and end devices, data off loading, and integration with external systems including IAM, BI, AI/ML, billing and CRM. Experience developing/working with steam or fluid process system applications is a plus. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate Company Core Values at all times. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical/computer engineering discipline or strong relevant experience. Ideally, a competent user of Microsoft Azure IoT Hub and related IoT services (Time Series Insights, Power BI, AI/ML). Proficient in C#, web technologies such as React, and database technologies. Skills in API development, integration, and performance optimisation. Strong DevOps focus and experience building and deploying infrastructure with cloud deployment technologies. Experience working with Agile methodology and within cross functional teams. Analyse program needs, and tailor designed software solutions to users using a problem solving approach. Benefits You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days' paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free on site parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts portal. We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan, detailed below. Everyone is Included at Spirax Group We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone's contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique. We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working. We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners. About Spirax Group The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra. Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. Our purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones! Our purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
Overview We are offering an exciting Software Development Internship where you will gain real-world experience in coding, application development, and software lifecycle management. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a skilled team of developers and learn modern frameworks and tools. Roles & Responsibilities Assist in developing, testing, and debugging applications. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code under supervision. Collaborate with senior developers on project deliverables. Learn and apply Agile methodologies in real projects. Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint reviews. Assist in writing unit and integration test cases. Support database design and query optimization. Help with software documentation and code versioning. Gain exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP). Learn about API development and integration. Assist in UI/UX development and improvements. Participate in code reviews and team discussions. Explore Git/GitHub for version control and collaboration. Research emerging tools and technologies for project improvements. Support troubleshooting and bug fixing tasks. Contribute to prototype building and proof-of-concept projects.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Overview We are offering an exciting Software Development Internship where you will gain real-world experience in coding, application development, and software lifecycle management. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a skilled team of developers and learn modern frameworks and tools. Roles & Responsibilities Assist in developing, testing, and debugging applications. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code under supervision. Collaborate with senior developers on project deliverables. Learn and apply Agile methodologies in real projects. Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint reviews. Assist in writing unit and integration test cases. Support database design and query optimization. Help with software documentation and code versioning. Gain exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP). Learn about API development and integration. Assist in UI/UX development and improvements. Participate in code reviews and team discussions. Explore Git/GitHub for version control and collaboration. Research emerging tools and technologies for project improvements. Support troubleshooting and bug fixing tasks. Contribute to prototype building and proof-of-concept projects.
Location: London, Hybrid Role Type: 12 Month Contract Rate: £700 - £1000 per day This is a client facing role working in a specialised team responsible for building and enhancing a high performance eTrading MI and Analytics platform. The platform captures, stores, and analyses extremely large volumes of real time and historical data over 3TB / 5 billion records daily from multiple electronic trading venues, internal pricing streams, and execution systems. The team provides the golden source of MI, analytics, and quantitative research support for global stakeholders across risk, quant, trading, and sales. The platform also underpins regulatory reporting, large scale data processing pipelines, and backtesting workflows. This is a high performance, globally distributed environment, running hundreds of concurrent production services with multiple daily releases. Key Responsibilities Develop core components of the Global eTrading MI & Analytics platform Partner with quantitative teams and electronic trading technologists to deliver fit for purpose solutions Contribute to the design and architecture of tick data frameworks, data access layers, feed handlers, and scalable analytics solutions Implement robust API based features and contribute to shared libraries and reusable components Drive automation across metrics, builds, testing, and deployment processes Support continuous delivery and high availability production environments Skills and Experience Required Strong expertise in q and experience building performant kdb+ solutions Deep understanding of kdb+ tick architecture, real time capture, and historical data access patterns Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) or Behaviour Driven Development (BDD), focusing on specification based testing Ability to process, query, and analyse large scale market and trade datasets, including time series and tick level data Good grasp of statistical concepts, market microstructure, and electronic trading data Exposure to the full Software Development Lifecycle, including automation, CI/CD, deployment, and support Experience with at least one additional programming language (OO or functional) is highly valued How We Work: Delta Capita is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, colour, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any reasonable adjustments through your interview process, please use the designated space within the application questionnaire. This is a contract role located in London. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible, if your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks. For this role, a valid working permit for the UK is mandatory. Expectations regarding hybrid working: As we are a Service Provider and Consulting firm servicing clients, our policy for physically working from the office (which may be the clients' offices or our own offices depending on the client) aligns to what our clients' policies and expectations are and these vary. Most of our clients now require a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home, and accordingly this is also the minimum expectation that Delta Capita require. Who We Are: Delta Capita Group (a member of the Prytek Group) is a global managed services, consulting, and solutions provider with a unique combination of experience in Financial Services and technology innovation capability. Our mission is to reinvent the financial services value chain providing technology based mutualized services for financial institutions for non differentiating services. Our 3 offerings are: Managed Services Consulting & Solutions Technology To know more about Delta Capita and our culture click here: Working at DC - Delta Capita.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Location: London, Hybrid Role Type: 12 Month Contract Rate: £700 - £1000 per day This is a client facing role working in a specialised team responsible for building and enhancing a high performance eTrading MI and Analytics platform. The platform captures, stores, and analyses extremely large volumes of real time and historical data over 3TB / 5 billion records daily from multiple electronic trading venues, internal pricing streams, and execution systems. The team provides the golden source of MI, analytics, and quantitative research support for global stakeholders across risk, quant, trading, and sales. The platform also underpins regulatory reporting, large scale data processing pipelines, and backtesting workflows. This is a high performance, globally distributed environment, running hundreds of concurrent production services with multiple daily releases. Key Responsibilities Develop core components of the Global eTrading MI & Analytics platform Partner with quantitative teams and electronic trading technologists to deliver fit for purpose solutions Contribute to the design and architecture of tick data frameworks, data access layers, feed handlers, and scalable analytics solutions Implement robust API based features and contribute to shared libraries and reusable components Drive automation across metrics, builds, testing, and deployment processes Support continuous delivery and high availability production environments Skills and Experience Required Strong expertise in q and experience building performant kdb+ solutions Deep understanding of kdb+ tick architecture, real time capture, and historical data access patterns Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) or Behaviour Driven Development (BDD), focusing on specification based testing Ability to process, query, and analyse large scale market and trade datasets, including time series and tick level data Good grasp of statistical concepts, market microstructure, and electronic trading data Exposure to the full Software Development Lifecycle, including automation, CI/CD, deployment, and support Experience with at least one additional programming language (OO or functional) is highly valued How We Work: Delta Capita is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, colour, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any reasonable adjustments through your interview process, please use the designated space within the application questionnaire. This is a contract role located in London. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible, if your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks. For this role, a valid working permit for the UK is mandatory. Expectations regarding hybrid working: As we are a Service Provider and Consulting firm servicing clients, our policy for physically working from the office (which may be the clients' offices or our own offices depending on the client) aligns to what our clients' policies and expectations are and these vary. Most of our clients now require a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home, and accordingly this is also the minimum expectation that Delta Capita require. Who We Are: Delta Capita Group (a member of the Prytek Group) is a global managed services, consulting, and solutions provider with a unique combination of experience in Financial Services and technology innovation capability. Our mission is to reinvent the financial services value chain providing technology based mutualized services for financial institutions for non differentiating services. Our 3 offerings are: Managed Services Consulting & Solutions Technology To know more about Delta Capita and our culture click here: Working at DC - Delta Capita.
Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire (OX44) Salary: c. £30,000 (base salary + very strong benefits) Hours: Full-time, office based (flexible working pattern and also open to Part-time) Experience: Credit Control, Xero (or similar), Invoicing, Accounts Payable, Expenses, Finance Administration, Data Accuracy, Client Communication, Process Improvement The Opportunity Thompson & Terry Recruitment are really excited to be working with a wonderful local business who are seeking a confident and detail-focused Finance Administrator to take real ownership of their day-to-day finance operations. As Finance Administrator, you will work closely with the Management Team and external accountants to manage the full invoicing and credit control process, from raising invoices and reconciling payments in Xero, through to proactively calling clients to resolve queries and chase overdue balances in a friendly but effective way. The successful Finance Administrator will be responsible for credit control from day one, ensuring aged receivables are reduced, invoices and purchase orders are accurate, and supplier payments and staff expenses are processed smoothly. You will be encouraged to suggest improvements, embrace digital and AI tools, and develop your skills with a clear route to progress into a more senior finance role as the business continues to grow. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys finance administration, is confident on the phone, and wants to build a long-term career within a thriving, sustainability-led SME where your work directly supports major environmental projects across the UK. The Company Our client is a leading, values-driven consultancy working on projects from high-end residential developments through to major commercial schemes and long-term environmental projects. Their specialists deliver expert surveys and reports on protected species and habitats, helping developers and landowners meet strict legislation around biodiversity, carbon neutrality and environmental impact. The business is genuinely people-first, with a strong focus on professional development, unlimited training budget, and real opportunities to grow and shape your role as the company continues to scale. You will be based in their dog-friendly, sociable office in Chalgrove, with perks including unlimited annual leave (Plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown), flexible working patterns, colleague-nominated bonuses, charity initiatives, and memorable team events such as end-of-season awards and challenge events. Requirements Proven experience in a finance or accounts administration role, with hands-on credit control and invoicing responsibility. Confident using Xero, or similar accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks, and able to pick up new systems with minimal hand-holding. Strong attention to detail, numeracy and accuracy, with a highly organised approach and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment. Comfortable picking up the phone to speak with clients and suppliers, able to communicate in a friendly, professional and commercially aware way. Proactive, ambitious and keen to learn, with a genuine interest in developing your career in finance (funding and study support for relevant qualifications can be provided). A positive, sociable team player who will enjoy being part of a close-knit, dog-friendly office and getting involved in company events and charity activities. Must live within a commutable distance of Chalgrove, Oxfordshire and be happy to work office-based. Working with Thompson & Terry Recruitment Thompson & Terry Ltd, trading as Thompson & Terry Recruitment, are an Abingdon-based recruitment agency specialising in placing candidates into roles across Oxfordshire and beyond, including Office Administration, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Biotech and Executive Search appointments. No terminology used in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals. If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process, please let us know. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful at this time.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire (OX44) Salary: c. £30,000 (base salary + very strong benefits) Hours: Full-time, office based (flexible working pattern and also open to Part-time) Experience: Credit Control, Xero (or similar), Invoicing, Accounts Payable, Expenses, Finance Administration, Data Accuracy, Client Communication, Process Improvement The Opportunity Thompson & Terry Recruitment are really excited to be working with a wonderful local business who are seeking a confident and detail-focused Finance Administrator to take real ownership of their day-to-day finance operations. As Finance Administrator, you will work closely with the Management Team and external accountants to manage the full invoicing and credit control process, from raising invoices and reconciling payments in Xero, through to proactively calling clients to resolve queries and chase overdue balances in a friendly but effective way. The successful Finance Administrator will be responsible for credit control from day one, ensuring aged receivables are reduced, invoices and purchase orders are accurate, and supplier payments and staff expenses are processed smoothly. You will be encouraged to suggest improvements, embrace digital and AI tools, and develop your skills with a clear route to progress into a more senior finance role as the business continues to grow. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys finance administration, is confident on the phone, and wants to build a long-term career within a thriving, sustainability-led SME where your work directly supports major environmental projects across the UK. The Company Our client is a leading, values-driven consultancy working on projects from high-end residential developments through to major commercial schemes and long-term environmental projects. Their specialists deliver expert surveys and reports on protected species and habitats, helping developers and landowners meet strict legislation around biodiversity, carbon neutrality and environmental impact. The business is genuinely people-first, with a strong focus on professional development, unlimited training budget, and real opportunities to grow and shape your role as the company continues to scale. You will be based in their dog-friendly, sociable office in Chalgrove, with perks including unlimited annual leave (Plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown), flexible working patterns, colleague-nominated bonuses, charity initiatives, and memorable team events such as end-of-season awards and challenge events. Requirements Proven experience in a finance or accounts administration role, with hands-on credit control and invoicing responsibility. Confident using Xero, or similar accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks, and able to pick up new systems with minimal hand-holding. Strong attention to detail, numeracy and accuracy, with a highly organised approach and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment. Comfortable picking up the phone to speak with clients and suppliers, able to communicate in a friendly, professional and commercially aware way. Proactive, ambitious and keen to learn, with a genuine interest in developing your career in finance (funding and study support for relevant qualifications can be provided). A positive, sociable team player who will enjoy being part of a close-knit, dog-friendly office and getting involved in company events and charity activities. Must live within a commutable distance of Chalgrove, Oxfordshire and be happy to work office-based. Working with Thompson & Terry Recruitment Thompson & Terry Ltd, trading as Thompson & Terry Recruitment, are an Abingdon-based recruitment agency specialising in placing candidates into roles across Oxfordshire and beyond, including Office Administration, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Biotech and Executive Search appointments. No terminology used in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals. If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process, please let us know. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful at this time.
True North Group
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Senior Software Developer Location: Hybrid - UK-wide (Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, London) Type: Permanent Salary: £59,000 - £72,000 + benefits About the Role We're looking for a Senior Software Developer (Consultant) to join a growing team delivering high-quality software in complex environments. This role is ideal for someone who cares deeply about engineering quality, clean design, and thoughtful problem-solving-not just speed of delivery. You'll work closely with clients and cross-functional teams, contributing not only through code, but by shaping solutions, guiding decisions, and improving ways of working. What You'll Be Doing Building robust, maintainable software using modern engineering practices Collaborating in agile teams using pair programming and test-driven development (TDD) Working closely with clients and stakeholders to understand and shape requirements Contributing to solution design, architecture, and technical decision-making Leading or supporting discovery phases from a technical perspective Mentoring and coaching other developers Promoting best practices in testing, design, and continuous improvement Key Skills & Experience Strong experience with Java or Scala Experience with additional languages such as Kotlin, Ruby, or JavaScript Solid understanding of: Software design principles Testing strategies and tools Performance, security, and accessibility Experience working in agile environments Confidence working across the full software development lifecycle Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders A passion for learning and adapting to new technologies Desirable Experience Experience delivering digital services in regulated or public sector environments Familiarity with government digital standards and frameworks Requirements Must hold active Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible to obtain it (Typically requires UK residency for the past 5 years) Willingness to travel to client sites as required What's on Offer Competitive salary and bonus Employer pension contribution (7%) Flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave + additional wellbeing days Ongoing professional development and training Supportive, collaborative team culture Opportunities to contribute to internal communities and knowledge sharing Working Arrangement This is a hybrid role, combining remote work with time spent on client sites and office locations across the UK. Flexibility is balanced with project and client needs.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Developer Location: Hybrid - UK-wide (Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, London) Type: Permanent Salary: £59,000 - £72,000 + benefits About the Role We're looking for a Senior Software Developer (Consultant) to join a growing team delivering high-quality software in complex environments. This role is ideal for someone who cares deeply about engineering quality, clean design, and thoughtful problem-solving-not just speed of delivery. You'll work closely with clients and cross-functional teams, contributing not only through code, but by shaping solutions, guiding decisions, and improving ways of working. What You'll Be Doing Building robust, maintainable software using modern engineering practices Collaborating in agile teams using pair programming and test-driven development (TDD) Working closely with clients and stakeholders to understand and shape requirements Contributing to solution design, architecture, and technical decision-making Leading or supporting discovery phases from a technical perspective Mentoring and coaching other developers Promoting best practices in testing, design, and continuous improvement Key Skills & Experience Strong experience with Java or Scala Experience with additional languages such as Kotlin, Ruby, or JavaScript Solid understanding of: Software design principles Testing strategies and tools Performance, security, and accessibility Experience working in agile environments Confidence working across the full software development lifecycle Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders A passion for learning and adapting to new technologies Desirable Experience Experience delivering digital services in regulated or public sector environments Familiarity with government digital standards and frameworks Requirements Must hold active Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible to obtain it (Typically requires UK residency for the past 5 years) Willingness to travel to client sites as required What's on Offer Competitive salary and bonus Employer pension contribution (7%) Flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave + additional wellbeing days Ongoing professional development and training Supportive, collaborative team culture Opportunities to contribute to internal communities and knowledge sharing Working Arrangement This is a hybrid role, combining remote work with time spent on client sites and office locations across the UK. Flexibility is balanced with project and client needs.
Software Developer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Software Developer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
I am currently working with a London-based financial services client who are actively seeking 3 Senior Java developers to assist in the development and maintenance of a business-critical system in the Equity Derivatives space. What you'll need to succeed : 10+ years' server side Java development experience. Strong commercial software development experience in financial services, ideally investment banking. Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines. Strong experience with Oracle. Strong experience with Linux/Unix. Strong cloud experience, ideally AWS. Good knowledge across a range of asset classes. What you'll get in return : Up to £850pd Umbrella London-based hybrid working. Initial 6-month contract with extensions. What you need to do now :If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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
Mar 27, 2026
Contractor
I am currently working with a London-based financial services client who are actively seeking 3 Senior Java developers to assist in the development and maintenance of a business-critical system in the Equity Derivatives space. What you'll need to succeed : 10+ years' server side Java development experience. Strong commercial software development experience in financial services, ideally investment banking. Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines. Strong experience with Oracle. Strong experience with Linux/Unix. Strong cloud experience, ideally AWS. Good knowledge across a range of asset classes. What you'll get in return : Up to £850pd Umbrella London-based hybrid working. Initial 6-month contract with extensions. What you need to do now :If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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
Head of Software Engineering I have partnered with a business on a mission to transform digital experiences at scale. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Head of Software Engineering candidate who has real influence, owning engineering strategy, shaping architecture, and building a high-performing function from the ground up. This is not a traditional corporate leadership role. The manager is looking for someone with a startup mindset, commercially aware, hands-on, and comfortable operating in ambiguity. You'll bring an entrepreneurial approach, balancing speed with quality, and innovation with scalability. Experience Define and execute the engineering strategy across digital, product and platform ecosystems. Lead end-to-end delivery, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and reliable releases. Partner closely with Product and Design as part of a leadership trio, shaping vision and outcomes. Establish modern engineering standards (cloud-first, CI/CD, automation, observability, secure SDLC). Drive operational excellence across performance, resilience, and security Build and scale a multi-site engineering organisation, embedding a culture of ownership and continuous improvement. Champion innovation and AI adoption where it delivers measurable business value. Improve developer experience and productivity through tooling and automation. Proven experience as a senior engineering leader (Head of / Director / VP level). Strong hands-on technical background with credibility across engineering teams. Deep expertise in Microsoft ecosystems, modern cloud architectures, and distributed systems. Strong knowledge of Web, Mobile, FE technologies such as JavaScript, React, Kotlin, .Net, Azure. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, observability, and secure engineering practices. Track record of scaling teams and delivering in fast-paced, evolving environments. Experience working in or with startup / scale-up environments. Commercially aware, data-driven, and decisive. Shape and lead engineering at a strategic, group-wide level. Join a business investing heavily in digital transformation and innovation. Work in a high-impact leadership role with real autonomy. You're someone who: Thrives in ambiguity and change. Thinks like a founder, not just an operator. Balances technical depth with business impact. Leads from the front-comfortable being both strategic and hands-on. If you're ready to take ownership of a large-scale engineering function while operating with the agility and mindset of a startup, this is a role worth exploring. Competitive salary on offer, hybrid working with 2-3 days required in the office based in central London. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Head of Software Engineering I have partnered with a business on a mission to transform digital experiences at scale. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Head of Software Engineering candidate who has real influence, owning engineering strategy, shaping architecture, and building a high-performing function from the ground up. This is not a traditional corporate leadership role. The manager is looking for someone with a startup mindset, commercially aware, hands-on, and comfortable operating in ambiguity. You'll bring an entrepreneurial approach, balancing speed with quality, and innovation with scalability. Experience Define and execute the engineering strategy across digital, product and platform ecosystems. Lead end-to-end delivery, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and reliable releases. Partner closely with Product and Design as part of a leadership trio, shaping vision and outcomes. Establish modern engineering standards (cloud-first, CI/CD, automation, observability, secure SDLC). Drive operational excellence across performance, resilience, and security Build and scale a multi-site engineering organisation, embedding a culture of ownership and continuous improvement. Champion innovation and AI adoption where it delivers measurable business value. Improve developer experience and productivity through tooling and automation. Proven experience as a senior engineering leader (Head of / Director / VP level). Strong hands-on technical background with credibility across engineering teams. Deep expertise in Microsoft ecosystems, modern cloud architectures, and distributed systems. Strong knowledge of Web, Mobile, FE technologies such as JavaScript, React, Kotlin, .Net, Azure. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, observability, and secure engineering practices. Track record of scaling teams and delivering in fast-paced, evolving environments. Experience working in or with startup / scale-up environments. Commercially aware, data-driven, and decisive. Shape and lead engineering at a strategic, group-wide level. Join a business investing heavily in digital transformation and innovation. Work in a high-impact leadership role with real autonomy. You're someone who: Thrives in ambiguity and change. Thinks like a founder, not just an operator. Balances technical depth with business impact. Leads from the front-comfortable being both strategic and hands-on. If you're ready to take ownership of a large-scale engineering function while operating with the agility and mindset of a startup, this is a role worth exploring. Competitive salary on offer, hybrid working with 2-3 days required in the office based in central London. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Location: Brick Lane, London Days in the Office: 2 days per week Job Title: Senior Engineer Length of Contract: 6 months, with potential extension Key Skills: Work embedded in a cross-functional team with software developers, technical product owners and testers all working together towards common goals to develop JVM applications using Test Driven Development and Pair Programming Drive the design and imple click apply for full job details
Mar 27, 2026
Contractor
Location: Brick Lane, London Days in the Office: 2 days per week Job Title: Senior Engineer Length of Contract: 6 months, with potential extension Key Skills: Work embedded in a cross-functional team with software developers, technical product owners and testers all working together towards common goals to develop JVM applications using Test Driven Development and Pair Programming Drive the design and imple click apply for full job details
Applied AI Software Engineer - LangChain, LangGraph, RAG, Knowledge Graphs A high-growth, technology-led scale-up (backed by a global leading organisation) is expanding its engineering capability following a highly successful 2025. As part of significant continued investment, they are hiring a Software Engineer to lead the design and development of next-generation AI products and services across Finance, supporting both internal operations and external platforms. This is an opportunity to work in a modern, cloud-native engineering environment, building intelligent agentic AI systems that can reason, plan and act autonomously. You will take ownership of solutions end-to-end; from design and architecture, through development and deployment, to optimisation and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with engineering, product and platform teams to embed Agentic AI and LLM-driven workflows into real-world products, contributing to architectural decisions, engineering standards and best practices. Location: Remote with twice a month travel to Leeds / Bradford Salary: £90,000 to £110,000 + 15% Bonus + Excellent Benefits To be considered Strong experience as an AI Engineer / ML Engineer / Software Engineer with applied AI exposure. Hands-on Python development experience delivering production-grade systems. Practical experience building agentic AI workflows (LangGraph / LangChain or similar frameworks). Exposure to Knowledge Graphs (Neo4j / RDF / graph-based enrichment or retrieval). Experience integrating LLM APIs (OpenAI or similar), with prompt design and orchestration. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer to build impactful Agentic AI systems, influence technical direction, and work within an organisation that is actively investing in AI as a core capability.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Applied AI Software Engineer - LangChain, LangGraph, RAG, Knowledge Graphs A high-growth, technology-led scale-up (backed by a global leading organisation) is expanding its engineering capability following a highly successful 2025. As part of significant continued investment, they are hiring a Software Engineer to lead the design and development of next-generation AI products and services across Finance, supporting both internal operations and external platforms. This is an opportunity to work in a modern, cloud-native engineering environment, building intelligent agentic AI systems that can reason, plan and act autonomously. You will take ownership of solutions end-to-end; from design and architecture, through development and deployment, to optimisation and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with engineering, product and platform teams to embed Agentic AI and LLM-driven workflows into real-world products, contributing to architectural decisions, engineering standards and best practices. Location: Remote with twice a month travel to Leeds / Bradford Salary: £90,000 to £110,000 + 15% Bonus + Excellent Benefits To be considered Strong experience as an AI Engineer / ML Engineer / Software Engineer with applied AI exposure. Hands-on Python development experience delivering production-grade systems. Practical experience building agentic AI workflows (LangGraph / LangChain or similar frameworks). Exposure to Knowledge Graphs (Neo4j / RDF / graph-based enrichment or retrieval). Experience integrating LLM APIs (OpenAI or similar), with prompt design and orchestration. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer to build impactful Agentic AI systems, influence technical direction, and work within an organisation that is actively investing in AI as a core capability.
Were working with a Bristol based tech co. a leading worldwide supplier of software to health insurers, with an extensive platform consisting of Core back office automation, Open API and integration suite and Digital solutions serving the insurance value chain. Currently looking to recruit x 2 Senior .NET Developers. Hybrid working role The role will combine hands-on feature development in the core click apply for full job details
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Were working with a Bristol based tech co. a leading worldwide supplier of software to health insurers, with an extensive platform consisting of Core back office automation, Open API and integration suite and Digital solutions serving the insurance value chain. Currently looking to recruit x 2 Senior .NET Developers. Hybrid working role The role will combine hands-on feature development in the core click apply for full job details
Full Stack Engineer - UK (Remote) - £60k-£70k I'm working with a UK-based organisation that is building a secure, offline-capable property visiting platform using modern Microsoft technologies. They are looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in delivering the first iteration of a strategic cloud platform that will expand under a 'fail fast' innovation model click apply for full job details
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Full Stack Engineer - UK (Remote) - £60k-£70k I'm working with a UK-based organisation that is building a secure, offline-capable property visiting platform using modern Microsoft technologies. They are looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in delivering the first iteration of a strategic cloud platform that will expand under a 'fail fast' innovation model click apply for full job details
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
