DevOps Engineer (Lead Level) Contract 6 Months Location: London (Hybrid Working) Clearance: SC Cleared Required We re currently supporting a major Azure transformation programme and are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to play a key role in the migration and modernisation of a large enterprise platform. This position suits a hands-on DevOps professional with strong cloud engineering and Infrastructure-as-Code experience, capable of shaping secure, automated Azure environments while working closely with cross-functional delivery teams. The Role You ll be embedded within a cloud engineering function, contributing across the entire delivery lifecycle from solution design through to automation, deployment, and operational support. The focus will be on building scalable Azure platforms using modern DevOps and engineering practices. Required Experience Active or recently expired Security Clearance (SC) Proven hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure in complex environments Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and automation tooling Advanced Infrastructure-as-Code skills, ideally using Terraform Comfortable working closely with product and engineering teams to uplift cloud maturity Background in SRE or production support is advantageous but not essential Key Responsibilities Support the migration of applications and services into Azure Guide teams through the adoption of the Azure Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) Design and implement automated deployment pipelines using GitHub Build and maintain IaC solutions using tools such as Terraform, Artifactory, and Backstage Act as a technical point of contact across engineering, security, testing, and delivery functions Provide advanced operational support, incident response, and troubleshooting within cloud platforms Mentor junior engineers and promote DevOps best practices Collaborate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners to ensure delivery success Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Phoebe Thompson via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
Jan 01, 2026
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DevOps Engineer (Lead Level) Contract 6 Months Location: London (Hybrid Working) Clearance: SC Cleared Required We re currently supporting a major Azure transformation programme and are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to play a key role in the migration and modernisation of a large enterprise platform. This position suits a hands-on DevOps professional with strong cloud engineering and Infrastructure-as-Code experience, capable of shaping secure, automated Azure environments while working closely with cross-functional delivery teams. The Role You ll be embedded within a cloud engineering function, contributing across the entire delivery lifecycle from solution design through to automation, deployment, and operational support. The focus will be on building scalable Azure platforms using modern DevOps and engineering practices. Required Experience Active or recently expired Security Clearance (SC) Proven hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure in complex environments Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and automation tooling Advanced Infrastructure-as-Code skills, ideally using Terraform Comfortable working closely with product and engineering teams to uplift cloud maturity Background in SRE or production support is advantageous but not essential Key Responsibilities Support the migration of applications and services into Azure Guide teams through the adoption of the Azure Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) Design and implement automated deployment pipelines using GitHub Build and maintain IaC solutions using tools such as Terraform, Artifactory, and Backstage Act as a technical point of contact across engineering, security, testing, and delivery functions Provide advanced operational support, incident response, and troubleshooting within cloud platforms Mentor junior engineers and promote DevOps best practices Collaborate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners to ensure delivery success Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Phoebe Thompson via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
Contract DevOps Engineers (x5) - SC Cleared Location: Remote (occasional London travel - max 1 day/week) Rate: Up to £475/day Duration: 6 months (likely extension) IR35: Inside Clearance: SC Cleared required Deadline for CV submission: Monday 15th We're looking for five experienced DevOps Engineers to join a major transformation project. These roles are AWS-heavy and require a solid development background. You don't need to be a superstar-just strong, reliable, and experienced in the right tech stack. Tech Stack Cloud: AWS Messaging: Kafka Languages: Java, NodeJS Frameworks: Spring Boot/Data, React Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm Frontend: Typescript / JavaScript Databases: Postgres Search: OpenSearch / ElasticSearch Testing: Playwright, Wiremock Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace Version Control: Git APIs: REST API Remote-first with minimal travel High-profile project Immediate start Interested? Send your CV today - deadline is Monday 15th. DM me or email directly for details.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Contract DevOps Engineers (x5) - SC Cleared Location: Remote (occasional London travel - max 1 day/week) Rate: Up to £475/day Duration: 6 months (likely extension) IR35: Inside Clearance: SC Cleared required Deadline for CV submission: Monday 15th We're looking for five experienced DevOps Engineers to join a major transformation project. These roles are AWS-heavy and require a solid development background. You don't need to be a superstar-just strong, reliable, and experienced in the right tech stack. Tech Stack Cloud: AWS Messaging: Kafka Languages: Java, NodeJS Frameworks: Spring Boot/Data, React Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm Frontend: Typescript / JavaScript Databases: Postgres Search: OpenSearch / ElasticSearch Testing: Playwright, Wiremock Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace Version Control: Git APIs: REST API Remote-first with minimal travel High-profile project Immediate start Interested? Send your CV today - deadline is Monday 15th. DM me or email directly for details.
iO Associates are partnered with a leading R&D organisation in their search for a DevOps Engineer with Active SC Clearance. You'll be working close to the hardware and operating system, supporting the design, build and automation of the infrastructure. Location: 2-3 days / week on-site in London Day Rate: £525 - £600 / day Outside IR35 Contract: 6 Months What we're looking for: Strong Linux engineering skills (Ubuntu, RHEL or similar) Proven experience in on-prem or hardware-adjacent environments Strong programming/scripting skills (Python preferred, but Bash, Go, or similar also valued) Good knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Ansible, CI/CD, GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, PowerShell, Git etc.) Solid understanding of networking fundamentals A methodical, problem-solving mindset - able to diagnose difficult, low-level issues Someone pragmatic, collaborative and comfortable working in a fast-moving build phase The client are looking to get someone started in the first week of January, so please don't hesitate to apply now for more information!
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
iO Associates are partnered with a leading R&D organisation in their search for a DevOps Engineer with Active SC Clearance. You'll be working close to the hardware and operating system, supporting the design, build and automation of the infrastructure. Location: 2-3 days / week on-site in London Day Rate: £525 - £600 / day Outside IR35 Contract: 6 Months What we're looking for: Strong Linux engineering skills (Ubuntu, RHEL or similar) Proven experience in on-prem or hardware-adjacent environments Strong programming/scripting skills (Python preferred, but Bash, Go, or similar also valued) Good knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Ansible, CI/CD, GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, PowerShell, Git etc.) Solid understanding of networking fundamentals A methodical, problem-solving mindset - able to diagnose difficult, low-level issues Someone pragmatic, collaborative and comfortable working in a fast-moving build phase The client are looking to get someone started in the first week of January, so please don't hesitate to apply now for more information!
Start Date: ASAP Location: Hybrid 2-3 days per week from an office in either Bristol or Gloucestershire. Salary: £70k - £90k pa DOE Vetting: Active DV Clearance is highly desirable What our client can offer you - Health & Wellbeing: Our client strives to provide their team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing. Personal & Professional Development: Our client also invests in your career because the better you are, the better they all are. They have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division. Job Description: This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual with big ambitions, who is an established technologist with both outstanding technical ability and consultative mindset. As an open-minded, personable self-starter who relishes the fluidity and collaborative nature of consultancy, you are comfortable working independently or as part of a team, effortlessly context-switching as required. The Data DevOps Engineer role is all about the detailed development and implementation of scalable clustered Big Data solutions, with a specific focus on automated dynamic scaling, self-healing systems. You will be joining the client to provide their clients with the optimal consultative service and experience, resulting in business outcomes that meet core client values and business requirements. Extensive social benefits, flexible working hours, a competitive salary and shared values, make our client one of the world's most attractive employers. Their goal is to provide equal opportunities, work-life balance, and constantly evolving career opportunities. If you are looking for challenges in a fast-paced, thriving, international work environment, then we definitely want to hear from you! As a Data DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for: Participating in the full lifecycle of data solution development, from requirements engineering through to continuous optimisation engineering and all the typical activities in between Providing technical thought-leadership and advising on technologies and processes at the core of the data domain, as well as data domain adjacent technologies Engaging and collaborating with both internal and external teams and being a confident participant as well as a leader Assisting with solution improvement activities driven either by the project or service To excel in this very technical role, you will need to have: An organised and methodical approach Excellent time-keeping and task prioritisation skills An ability to provide clear and concise updates An ability to convey technical concepts to all levels of audience Technical implementation skills - application of industry best practices & design patterns Technical advisory skills - experience in researching technological products / services with the intent to provide advice on system improvements Experience of working in hybrid environments with both classical delivery and DevOps The following Technical skills & experience are required: Excellent knowledge of Linux operating system administration and implementation Broad understanding of the containerisation domain adjacent technologies/services, such as: Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes etc. Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD paradigms and systems such as: Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Bamboo, Concourse etc. Observability - SRE Big Data solutions (ecosystems) and technologies such as: Apache Spark and the Hadoop Ecosystem Excellent knowledge of YAML or similar languages The following Technical Skills & Experience would be desirable: Jupyter Hub Awareness RabbitMQ or other common queue technology e.g. ActiveMQ NiFi Rego Familiarity with code development, shell-scripting in Python, Bash etc. Curo Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Start Date: ASAP Location: Hybrid 2-3 days per week from an office in either Bristol or Gloucestershire. Salary: £70k - £90k pa DOE Vetting: Active DV Clearance is highly desirable What our client can offer you - Health & Wellbeing: Our client strives to provide their team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing. Personal & Professional Development: Our client also invests in your career because the better you are, the better they all are. They have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division. Job Description: This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual with big ambitions, who is an established technologist with both outstanding technical ability and consultative mindset. As an open-minded, personable self-starter who relishes the fluidity and collaborative nature of consultancy, you are comfortable working independently or as part of a team, effortlessly context-switching as required. The Data DevOps Engineer role is all about the detailed development and implementation of scalable clustered Big Data solutions, with a specific focus on automated dynamic scaling, self-healing systems. You will be joining the client to provide their clients with the optimal consultative service and experience, resulting in business outcomes that meet core client values and business requirements. Extensive social benefits, flexible working hours, a competitive salary and shared values, make our client one of the world's most attractive employers. Their goal is to provide equal opportunities, work-life balance, and constantly evolving career opportunities. If you are looking for challenges in a fast-paced, thriving, international work environment, then we definitely want to hear from you! As a Data DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for: Participating in the full lifecycle of data solution development, from requirements engineering through to continuous optimisation engineering and all the typical activities in between Providing technical thought-leadership and advising on technologies and processes at the core of the data domain, as well as data domain adjacent technologies Engaging and collaborating with both internal and external teams and being a confident participant as well as a leader Assisting with solution improvement activities driven either by the project or service To excel in this very technical role, you will need to have: An organised and methodical approach Excellent time-keeping and task prioritisation skills An ability to provide clear and concise updates An ability to convey technical concepts to all levels of audience Technical implementation skills - application of industry best practices & design patterns Technical advisory skills - experience in researching technological products / services with the intent to provide advice on system improvements Experience of working in hybrid environments with both classical delivery and DevOps The following Technical skills & experience are required: Excellent knowledge of Linux operating system administration and implementation Broad understanding of the containerisation domain adjacent technologies/services, such as: Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes etc. Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD paradigms and systems such as: Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Bamboo, Concourse etc. Observability - SRE Big Data solutions (ecosystems) and technologies such as: Apache Spark and the Hadoop Ecosystem Excellent knowledge of YAML or similar languages The following Technical Skills & Experience would be desirable: Jupyter Hub Awareness RabbitMQ or other common queue technology e.g. ActiveMQ NiFi Rego Familiarity with code development, shell-scripting in Python, Bash etc. Curo Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Overview Role: SC Cleared AWS Cloud Architect Mandatory Criteria Job Type: Contract Duration: 6 Months + likely to be extend Work Location: ideally commutable to London, Bristol, or Manchester office Please look for Security Cleared candidate. Notice Period Willing to work in client location- 2 days onsite Email confirmation from candidate before client int/v Current Location Current Company Open for Permanent/Contract Current offers/Interviews in pipeline Interview availability Holidays booked Requirements SC Status : Active/Eligible/Lapse SC Ref number UKSV Snap shot SC Issuing Authority SC last used SC Date of issue & Date of expiry Role seeks Security Cleared candidate Role Details Cloud Architect • Overall 5-7 years of hands-on experience with AWS • Experienced in migrating apps and servers to AWS. • Experienced in migrating MySQL, SQL, Oracle and other databases to AWS IaaS and PaaS. • Expertise in using Cloud migration tools • Cloud Formation Template creation • Good understanding on Networking, storage and Windows/UNIX OS, VPCs, S3 Storage • Direct Connect • Data Migration Service • Good to have exposure on DevOps, Dockers and containers. • Integrating AWS with other third-party products for • Backup • Antivirus • Security • AD integration • Network • AWS Solution Architect Associate & AWS Solution Architect Professional (Any one Mandate) Education and Experience B.Tech./B.E. in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject 5-7 years of relevant (AWS & Architect) experience Knowledge-based and experienced-based industry certifications would be strongly preferred Skills Set Operating Systems: RedHat Linux 5, 6, 7, CentOS, Amazon Linux, Oracle Linux Cloud Services: AWS Services CloudFormation, EC2, S3, SQS, SNS, RedShift, IAM, CloudWatch, etc. Programming Languages: Python, Shell Scripting Tools/Services: OpenLDAP, Ansible, Docker, HAProxy, Actifio Backup Solution Web Application Servers: WebLogic, Websphere, Apache Tomcat, JBoss, Nginx
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Overview Role: SC Cleared AWS Cloud Architect Mandatory Criteria Job Type: Contract Duration: 6 Months + likely to be extend Work Location: ideally commutable to London, Bristol, or Manchester office Please look for Security Cleared candidate. Notice Period Willing to work in client location- 2 days onsite Email confirmation from candidate before client int/v Current Location Current Company Open for Permanent/Contract Current offers/Interviews in pipeline Interview availability Holidays booked Requirements SC Status : Active/Eligible/Lapse SC Ref number UKSV Snap shot SC Issuing Authority SC last used SC Date of issue & Date of expiry Role seeks Security Cleared candidate Role Details Cloud Architect • Overall 5-7 years of hands-on experience with AWS • Experienced in migrating apps and servers to AWS. • Experienced in migrating MySQL, SQL, Oracle and other databases to AWS IaaS and PaaS. • Expertise in using Cloud migration tools • Cloud Formation Template creation • Good understanding on Networking, storage and Windows/UNIX OS, VPCs, S3 Storage • Direct Connect • Data Migration Service • Good to have exposure on DevOps, Dockers and containers. • Integrating AWS with other third-party products for • Backup • Antivirus • Security • AD integration • Network • AWS Solution Architect Associate & AWS Solution Architect Professional (Any one Mandate) Education and Experience B.Tech./B.E. in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject 5-7 years of relevant (AWS & Architect) experience Knowledge-based and experienced-based industry certifications would be strongly preferred Skills Set Operating Systems: RedHat Linux 5, 6, 7, CentOS, Amazon Linux, Oracle Linux Cloud Services: AWS Services CloudFormation, EC2, S3, SQS, SNS, RedShift, IAM, CloudWatch, etc. Programming Languages: Python, Shell Scripting Tools/Services: OpenLDAP, Ansible, Docker, HAProxy, Actifio Backup Solution Web Application Servers: WebLogic, Websphere, Apache Tomcat, JBoss, Nginx
Zaizi is looking for a Front End Developer with solid technology skills, who are also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You will be confident in your own skills with a proven track record of delivering high quality software in demanding environments. You will be passionate about new technologies and keen to share it across the organisation. Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! Role Objectives: Develop software to meet user needs Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines Write clean, secure and well tested code Coach and mentor junior colleagues Engage with other members in an Agile team to improve software and outcomes Ways of working: Demonstrable experience working in Agile teams Demonstrable experience working on product development environments based on observation, experimentation and user research Demonstrable experience working in multi disciplinary/DevOps teams which include product owner/manager, UX designers, UX researchers, Developers, Platform engineers, etc Demonstrable experience working on continuous integration environments Requirements Coding and testing: Strong REACT experience HTML / CSS / JavaScript TypeScript Testing experience (Unit testing/End to End testing - e.g. Jest/NightwatchJS etc) Experience with AA Standard accessibility Experience with restful API's Experience developing for all major currently used browsers e.g Chrome, Edge etc. Strong performance optimisation awareness Nice to have skills: Working with UK Government or public sector AWS Building component libraries Appreciation of security principals Demonstration of scalability and reusability An appreciation for UX You don't meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We strongly encourage applicants from people of colour, the LGBTQ + community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers and people from lower socio economic backgrounds. If there's anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know. SC Clearance: Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays Benefits Vitality medical insurance Workplace Pension 5% employer contribution Group Life Assurance Cyclescheme 5 days a year for approved Training WFH equipment allowance Buy / Sell Holiday 2 days paid volunteering days Other benefits: Flexible working Work on exciting projects - make a difference Empowered to make decisions Encouraged to fail fast and learn quickly For further information contact Nat Hinds-Head of Talent: Kayla Kirby-Talent Acquisition Specialist:
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Zaizi is looking for a Front End Developer with solid technology skills, who are also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You will be confident in your own skills with a proven track record of delivering high quality software in demanding environments. You will be passionate about new technologies and keen to share it across the organisation. Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! Role Objectives: Develop software to meet user needs Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines Write clean, secure and well tested code Coach and mentor junior colleagues Engage with other members in an Agile team to improve software and outcomes Ways of working: Demonstrable experience working in Agile teams Demonstrable experience working on product development environments based on observation, experimentation and user research Demonstrable experience working in multi disciplinary/DevOps teams which include product owner/manager, UX designers, UX researchers, Developers, Platform engineers, etc Demonstrable experience working on continuous integration environments Requirements Coding and testing: Strong REACT experience HTML / CSS / JavaScript TypeScript Testing experience (Unit testing/End to End testing - e.g. Jest/NightwatchJS etc) Experience with AA Standard accessibility Experience with restful API's Experience developing for all major currently used browsers e.g Chrome, Edge etc. Strong performance optimisation awareness Nice to have skills: Working with UK Government or public sector AWS Building component libraries Appreciation of security principals Demonstration of scalability and reusability An appreciation for UX You don't meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We strongly encourage applicants from people of colour, the LGBTQ + community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers and people from lower socio economic backgrounds. If there's anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know. SC Clearance: Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays Benefits Vitality medical insurance Workplace Pension 5% employer contribution Group Life Assurance Cyclescheme 5 days a year for approved Training WFH equipment allowance Buy / Sell Holiday 2 days paid volunteering days Other benefits: Flexible working Work on exciting projects - make a difference Empowered to make decisions Encouraged to fail fast and learn quickly For further information contact Nat Hinds-Head of Talent: Kayla Kirby-Talent Acquisition Specialist:
Automation Tester (Azure) Hybrid - 2 days per week in Newcastle (initially), reducing to once a month after 3 months 12 month FTC with full company benefits We can only consider SC cleared candidates with government / public sector experience The Company At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Automation Tester with strong Azure and CI/CD integration expertise to join our Integration Team on a high-impact central government programme. This role will involve working closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and integration specialists to design and maintain robust automated testing frameworks that ensure seamless integration and deployment across cloud-based environments. To be considered for this role, candidates must: Hold active SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it. The role will initially require up to two days per week onsite in Newcastle for the first few months, reducing to one day per month thereafter. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks within an Azure DevOps environment. Develop and execute automated test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing. Integrate automated testing within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery. Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure test coverage across complex integration points. Analyse test results, log defects, and ensure timely resolution of issues. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices, tools, and automation frameworks. Support integration and system testing within a cloud-based architecture. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as an Automation Tester or QA Engineer in Azure-based environments. Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps, pipelines, and automated test execution. Hands-on experience with CI/CD integration and automation within delivery pipelines. Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium, Postman, or similar. Understanding of API and integration testing methodologies. Familiarity with containerised environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) beneficial. Experience working within Agile delivery teams. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Prior experience working on UK central government projects (desirable). Clearance Requirement Must hold active SC clearance or be eligible for SC clearance. At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure. Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion At Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Automation Tester (Azure) Hybrid - 2 days per week in Newcastle (initially), reducing to once a month after 3 months 12 month FTC with full company benefits We can only consider SC cleared candidates with government / public sector experience The Company At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Automation Tester with strong Azure and CI/CD integration expertise to join our Integration Team on a high-impact central government programme. This role will involve working closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and integration specialists to design and maintain robust automated testing frameworks that ensure seamless integration and deployment across cloud-based environments. To be considered for this role, candidates must: Hold active SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it. The role will initially require up to two days per week onsite in Newcastle for the first few months, reducing to one day per month thereafter. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks within an Azure DevOps environment. Develop and execute automated test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing. Integrate automated testing within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery. Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure test coverage across complex integration points. Analyse test results, log defects, and ensure timely resolution of issues. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices, tools, and automation frameworks. Support integration and system testing within a cloud-based architecture. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as an Automation Tester or QA Engineer in Azure-based environments. Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps, pipelines, and automated test execution. Hands-on experience with CI/CD integration and automation within delivery pipelines. Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium, Postman, or similar. Understanding of API and integration testing methodologies. Familiarity with containerised environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) beneficial. Experience working within Agile delivery teams. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Prior experience working on UK central government projects (desirable). Clearance Requirement Must hold active SC clearance or be eligible for SC clearance. At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure. Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion At Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported.
A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to develop secure cloud environments that host data and analytics for both public and private clients. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of DevOps experience, expertise with AWS, and skills in CI/CD techniques. Responsibilities include building cloud infrastructure, automating deployments, and mentoring team members. This role comes with a competitive salary and multiple perks.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to develop secure cloud environments that host data and analytics for both public and private clients. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of DevOps experience, expertise with AWS, and skills in CI/CD techniques. Responsibilities include building cloud infrastructure, automating deployments, and mentoring team members. This role comes with a competitive salary and multiple perks.
Senior IT Engineer Hybrid in London, United Kingdom We're looking for a Senior IT Engineer. This role offers a rare opportunity to focus on proactive strategy, not reactive support. You will focus on high impact project work that addresses the strategic challenges of a fast growing business. You will enhance our infrastructure, security, and automation, designing and building reliable systems that scale with us. The company Small businesses move fast. Opportunities often don't wait, and cash flow pressures can appear overnight. To keep going, and growing, SMEs need finance that's as flexible and responsive as they are. That's why we built iwoca. Our smart technology, data science and five star customer service ensures business owners can act with the speed, confidence and control they need, exactly when it's needed. We've already cleared the way for 100,000 businesses with more than £4 billion in funding. Our passionate team is driven to help even more SMEs succeed, through access to better finance and other services that make running a business easier. Our ultimate mission is to support one million SMEs in their defining moments, creating lasting impact for the communities and economies they drive. The team The IT team supports more than 650 staff members between four offices in the UK and Germany. We partner with the wider business to provide technical solutions that help iwoca achieve its goals. To support this, team members continually develop expertise in key areas, including networking, security, and cloud based solutions. Team members work from the London office 2-3 times a week to provide continuous in person support, and we meet regularly to catch up on work and organise priorities. Every quarter, the team socially catch up with a social/fun event. The role This is a senior and technical role that's all about proactive improvement, not reactive ticket solving. It's an opportunity for an experienced IT Engineer to step away from the day to day support queue and focus on higher impact projects to enable company growth. You will enhance iwoca's infrastructure, security, and automation. You will tackle complex technical challenges, evaluate feature requests from across the company, and enjoy the freedom to design and deploy reliable, scalable IT systems. Your work will also empower our dedicated IT support team to provide the kind of assistance our users want to receive. System ownership and project delivery Lead and contribute to IT projects from conception to completion, working with stakeholders across the business to deliver robust and scalable solutions. Define, enforce, implement, and report on security standards across all end user devices (Windows, macOS, Linux) and our SaaS portfolio. Ensure robust monitoring, logging, and reporting are in place for all critical IT infrastructure and cloud assets. Process innovation and automation Identify and automate repetitive manual tasks within IT operations using code, APIs, and scripting to reduce human error and improve efficiency. Actively research, propose, and implement new technologies and processes that will elevate the capabilities and maturity of our IT function. Create and maintain high quality documentation for all adopted technologies and processes, ensuring knowledge is shared effectively within the team. The requirements Essential: End user computing: Strong experience managing and securing diverse endpoint environments (Windows, macOS, and Linux). Networking: A solid background in networking principles and hands on experience with modern WAN, remote access, and Wi Fi solutions. Security and observability: Practical experience with security and monitoring technologies such as osquery, SNMP, or other log monitoring solutions. Automation: Proven ability to automate tasks using scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash, exposure to automation and orchestration platforms. DevOps tools and methodologies: Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and version control (Git). Bonus: Cloud experience: Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS. Governance standards: Familiarity with standards such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and the NIST Cybersecurity framework. The salary We expect to pay from £55,000-£75,000 for this role. But, we're open minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a great place to work: Offices in London, Leeds, Berlin, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, football, etc. The benefits Flexible working hours. Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership. A private GP service (separate from Vitality) for you, your partner, and your dependents. 25 days' holiday per year, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional five days of annual leave, and unlimited unpaid leave. A one month, fully paid sabbatical after four years. Instant access to external counselling and therapy sessions for team members that need emotional or mental health support. 3% Pension contributions on total earnings. An employee equity incentive scheme. Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme. Two company retreats a year: we've been to France, Italy, Spain, and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: A learning and development budget for everyone. Company wide talks with internal and external speakers. Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Senior IT Engineer Hybrid in London, United Kingdom We're looking for a Senior IT Engineer. This role offers a rare opportunity to focus on proactive strategy, not reactive support. You will focus on high impact project work that addresses the strategic challenges of a fast growing business. You will enhance our infrastructure, security, and automation, designing and building reliable systems that scale with us. The company Small businesses move fast. Opportunities often don't wait, and cash flow pressures can appear overnight. To keep going, and growing, SMEs need finance that's as flexible and responsive as they are. That's why we built iwoca. Our smart technology, data science and five star customer service ensures business owners can act with the speed, confidence and control they need, exactly when it's needed. We've already cleared the way for 100,000 businesses with more than £4 billion in funding. Our passionate team is driven to help even more SMEs succeed, through access to better finance and other services that make running a business easier. Our ultimate mission is to support one million SMEs in their defining moments, creating lasting impact for the communities and economies they drive. The team The IT team supports more than 650 staff members between four offices in the UK and Germany. We partner with the wider business to provide technical solutions that help iwoca achieve its goals. To support this, team members continually develop expertise in key areas, including networking, security, and cloud based solutions. Team members work from the London office 2-3 times a week to provide continuous in person support, and we meet regularly to catch up on work and organise priorities. Every quarter, the team socially catch up with a social/fun event. The role This is a senior and technical role that's all about proactive improvement, not reactive ticket solving. It's an opportunity for an experienced IT Engineer to step away from the day to day support queue and focus on higher impact projects to enable company growth. You will enhance iwoca's infrastructure, security, and automation. You will tackle complex technical challenges, evaluate feature requests from across the company, and enjoy the freedom to design and deploy reliable, scalable IT systems. Your work will also empower our dedicated IT support team to provide the kind of assistance our users want to receive. System ownership and project delivery Lead and contribute to IT projects from conception to completion, working with stakeholders across the business to deliver robust and scalable solutions. Define, enforce, implement, and report on security standards across all end user devices (Windows, macOS, Linux) and our SaaS portfolio. Ensure robust monitoring, logging, and reporting are in place for all critical IT infrastructure and cloud assets. Process innovation and automation Identify and automate repetitive manual tasks within IT operations using code, APIs, and scripting to reduce human error and improve efficiency. Actively research, propose, and implement new technologies and processes that will elevate the capabilities and maturity of our IT function. Create and maintain high quality documentation for all adopted technologies and processes, ensuring knowledge is shared effectively within the team. The requirements Essential: End user computing: Strong experience managing and securing diverse endpoint environments (Windows, macOS, and Linux). Networking: A solid background in networking principles and hands on experience with modern WAN, remote access, and Wi Fi solutions. Security and observability: Practical experience with security and monitoring technologies such as osquery, SNMP, or other log monitoring solutions. Automation: Proven ability to automate tasks using scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash, exposure to automation and orchestration platforms. DevOps tools and methodologies: Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and version control (Git). Bonus: Cloud experience: Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS. Governance standards: Familiarity with standards such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and the NIST Cybersecurity framework. The salary We expect to pay from £55,000-£75,000 for this role. But, we're open minded, so definitely include your salary goals with your application. We routinely benchmark salaries against market rates, and run quarterly performance and salary reviews. The culture At iwoca, we prioritise a culture of learning, growth, and support, and invest in the professional development of our team members. We value thought and skill diversity, and encourage you to explore new areas of interest to help us innovate and improve our products and services. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a great place to work: Offices in London, Leeds, Berlin, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. Events and clubs, like bingo, comedy nights, football, etc. The benefits Flexible working hours. Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership. A private GP service (separate from Vitality) for you, your partner, and your dependents. 25 days' holiday per year, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional five days of annual leave, and unlimited unpaid leave. A one month, fully paid sabbatical after four years. Instant access to external counselling and therapy sessions for team members that need emotional or mental health support. 3% Pension contributions on total earnings. An employee equity incentive scheme. Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme. Two company retreats a year: we've been to France, Italy, Spain, and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: A learning and development budget for everyone. Company wide talks with internal and external speakers. Access to learning platforms like Treehouse.
Zaizi is looking for a Senior Software Developer with solid technology skills, but who is also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You'll be reliable in your own deliverables but also curious about and offer innovative ideas to others in a mutli-disciplinary team. Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! Essential skills: Ways of working Developing digital solutions delivered to the GDS standard Demonstrable experience working on Agile environments Demonstrable experience working on product development environments based on observation, experimentation and user research Demonstrable experience working in multi-disciplinary/DevOps teams which include product owner/manager, UX designers, UX researchers, Developers, Platform engineers, etc Demonstrable experience working on continuous improvement environments doing multiple releases every week Coding and testing: Demonstrable experience designing, coding and debugging Golang based systems Good skills in web front end technologies such as HTML, CSS, Bootstrap Golang Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes Atlassian Build tools: Maven, Gradle, Ant Familiar with source control systems, such as GIT, including branching, merging, etc. Testing: TDD, unit testing, JUnit, Mockito, Cypress Good knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL including data modelling, SQL scripts, store procedures Shift to the left: Functional test automation (API testing, UI testing cucumber, nightwatch ) Nice to have skills: AWS Knowledge of Open Source BPMN workflow engines (Camunda, Activiti or Flowable) Experience on a front-end javascript framework such as react, angular or vue.js RedHat OpenShift for container orchestration Knowledge of NCSC's 14 cloud security principles. SC Clearance: Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. You don't meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process-just ask! Interview Process: 1st stage: Initial phone screening done by a member of the recruitment team 2nd stage: Technical interview, this stage evaluates your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, especially if you're applying for a technical role. Final Stage: 10-15 min presentation and a panel interview where multiple people from different departments ask you questions. Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays BUPA medical insurance Workplace Pension 5% employer contribution Group Life Assurance Cyclescheme 5 days a year for approved Training WFH equipment allowance Buy / Sell Holiday 2 days paid volunteering days Other benefits: Flexible working Work on exciting projects - make a difference Empowered to make decisions Encouraged to fail fast and learn quickly For further information contact- Nat Hinds-Head of Talent Kayla Kirby-Talent Acquisition Specialist
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Zaizi is looking for a Senior Software Developer with solid technology skills, but who is also passionate about improving outcomes and the user experience. You'll be reliable in your own deliverables but also curious about and offer innovative ideas to others in a mutli-disciplinary team. Our work culture is inclusive, modern, friendly, and democratic. We look for bright, positive-thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! Essential skills: Ways of working Developing digital solutions delivered to the GDS standard Demonstrable experience working on Agile environments Demonstrable experience working on product development environments based on observation, experimentation and user research Demonstrable experience working in multi-disciplinary/DevOps teams which include product owner/manager, UX designers, UX researchers, Developers, Platform engineers, etc Demonstrable experience working on continuous improvement environments doing multiple releases every week Coding and testing: Demonstrable experience designing, coding and debugging Golang based systems Good skills in web front end technologies such as HTML, CSS, Bootstrap Golang Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes Atlassian Build tools: Maven, Gradle, Ant Familiar with source control systems, such as GIT, including branching, merging, etc. Testing: TDD, unit testing, JUnit, Mockito, Cypress Good knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL including data modelling, SQL scripts, store procedures Shift to the left: Functional test automation (API testing, UI testing cucumber, nightwatch ) Nice to have skills: AWS Knowledge of Open Source BPMN workflow engines (Camunda, Activiti or Flowable) Experience on a front-end javascript framework such as react, angular or vue.js RedHat OpenShift for container orchestration Knowledge of NCSC's 14 cloud security principles. SC Clearance: Zaizi works with UK Central Government departments on a range of projects. To be able to work on our customer projects, employees must be Security Cleared to a standard acceptable to our Government customers. Due to this restriction we can currently only recruit candidates who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and who have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. You don't meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process-just ask! Interview Process: 1st stage: Initial phone screening done by a member of the recruitment team 2nd stage: Technical interview, this stage evaluates your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, especially if you're applying for a technical role. Final Stage: 10-15 min presentation and a panel interview where multiple people from different departments ask you questions. Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays BUPA medical insurance Workplace Pension 5% employer contribution Group Life Assurance Cyclescheme 5 days a year for approved Training WFH equipment allowance Buy / Sell Holiday 2 days paid volunteering days Other benefits: Flexible working Work on exciting projects - make a difference Empowered to make decisions Encouraged to fail fast and learn quickly For further information contact- Nat Hinds-Head of Talent Kayla Kirby-Talent Acquisition Specialist
A tech consulting firm in London is seeking a SC Cleared Contract Developer skilled in Node.js and AWS. The role offers a competitive rate of £400 per day for 3 days per week. Applicants should have a strong software engineering background, DevOps experience, and proficiency in AWS services, particularly Lambda. This is an exciting opportunity to work on an active programme, blending hands-on development with core DevOps practices.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A tech consulting firm in London is seeking a SC Cleared Contract Developer skilled in Node.js and AWS. The role offers a competitive rate of £400 per day for 3 days per week. Applicants should have a strong software engineering background, DevOps experience, and proficiency in AWS services, particularly Lambda. This is an exciting opportunity to work on an active programme, blending hands-on development with core DevOps practices.
A leading recruitment firm is looking for an AWS DevOps Engineer to join their client's team in the Aerospace and AI sectors. The role offers a competitive salary in the range of £65,000 - £85,000, depending on experience. Candidates must be willing to travel to Oxford up to 3 days a week and hold the necessary clearance. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects in Defence & Intelligence.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A leading recruitment firm is looking for an AWS DevOps Engineer to join their client's team in the Aerospace and AI sectors. The role offers a competitive salary in the range of £65,000 - £85,000, depending on experience. Candidates must be willing to travel to Oxford up to 3 days a week and hold the necessary clearance. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects in Defence & Intelligence.
A recruitment agency is seeking five experienced Contract DevOps Engineers for a high-profile transformation project in the UK. The role focuses on an AWS-heavy tech stack, requiring expertise in Java, NodeJS, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. The position is remote, with occasional travel to London, and offers a competitive rate of up to £475/day. Interested candidates should submit their CVs by the deadline of Monday 15th.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A recruitment agency is seeking five experienced Contract DevOps Engineers for a high-profile transformation project in the UK. The role focuses on an AWS-heavy tech stack, requiring expertise in Java, NodeJS, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. The position is remote, with occasional travel to London, and offers a competitive rate of up to £475/day. Interested candidates should submit their CVs by the deadline of Monday 15th.
UKIC DV Cleared Site Reliability / DevOp Engineer London - 5 Days Onsite Up to £550 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) 12-Month Contract Must hold UKIC DV Clearance Are you passionate about reliability, automation, and supporting mission-critical systems? Join this global defence organisation as a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) and help shape the future of one of the UK's most vital national security platforms. You'll be joining a growing SRE team at the heart of the customer's mission, focused on ensuring performance, availability, and scalability-while driving continuous improvement and innovation. About the Role As an SRE, you'll combine your operational expertise with software engineering skills to minimise manual effort and drive automation across complex systems. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on solving hard problems, automating the mundane, and building intelligent tools to enhance system reliability. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain essential services behind critical applications. Participate in a 24/7 on-call rota (1 week in 5), with extra allowance and overtime. Proactively enhance system availability, performance, and resilience. Develop tools and solutions to automate repetitive tasks and reduce operational toil. Collaborate with development teams to embed best practices and SRE principles. Deploy and manage monitoring systems to provide intelligent observability. Engage with the wider DevOps/SRE community within the organisation. Ideal Skills & Experience We're more interested in your curiosity, enthusiasm, and problem-solving ability than ticking every box. However, experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous: Software development in web technologies or OOP (e.g., Python, Java, etc.) Database tech: Oracle SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB Proficient with Linux/Windows command line (Bash, PowerShell) Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Splunk Agile working and tooling (e.g., Jira, Confluence) Diagnosing and resolving complex system issues ITIL knowledge or exposure to IT service operations Containerisation: Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift Awareness of modern tech trends and tooling Security Requirements UKIC DV clearance holder only Why Apply? Join a forward-thinking SRE team in an environment where your work directly supports UK national security. Help shape tooling, practices, and culture from the ground up. Work alongside brilliant minds on meaningful problems. Receive ongoing training and professional development. If you're excited about automation, resilient systems, and the opportunity to work on a high-impact project-this is your chance to make a difference.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
UKIC DV Cleared Site Reliability / DevOp Engineer London - 5 Days Onsite Up to £550 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) 12-Month Contract Must hold UKIC DV Clearance Are you passionate about reliability, automation, and supporting mission-critical systems? Join this global defence organisation as a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) and help shape the future of one of the UK's most vital national security platforms. You'll be joining a growing SRE team at the heart of the customer's mission, focused on ensuring performance, availability, and scalability-while driving continuous improvement and innovation. About the Role As an SRE, you'll combine your operational expertise with software engineering skills to minimise manual effort and drive automation across complex systems. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on solving hard problems, automating the mundane, and building intelligent tools to enhance system reliability. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain essential services behind critical applications. Participate in a 24/7 on-call rota (1 week in 5), with extra allowance and overtime. Proactively enhance system availability, performance, and resilience. Develop tools and solutions to automate repetitive tasks and reduce operational toil. Collaborate with development teams to embed best practices and SRE principles. Deploy and manage monitoring systems to provide intelligent observability. Engage with the wider DevOps/SRE community within the organisation. Ideal Skills & Experience We're more interested in your curiosity, enthusiasm, and problem-solving ability than ticking every box. However, experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous: Software development in web technologies or OOP (e.g., Python, Java, etc.) Database tech: Oracle SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB Proficient with Linux/Windows command line (Bash, PowerShell) Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Splunk Agile working and tooling (e.g., Jira, Confluence) Diagnosing and resolving complex system issues ITIL knowledge or exposure to IT service operations Containerisation: Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift Awareness of modern tech trends and tooling Security Requirements UKIC DV clearance holder only Why Apply? Join a forward-thinking SRE team in an environment where your work directly supports UK national security. Help shape tooling, practices, and culture from the ground up. Work alongside brilliant minds on meaningful problems. Receive ongoing training and professional development. If you're excited about automation, resilient systems, and the opportunity to work on a high-impact project-this is your chance to make a difference.
Site Reliability Engineer (SC Cleared) 6 Month Contract London (Hybrid) £525/day (Inside IR35) Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) needed with active SC Security Clerance and strong Azure Cloud expertise (including Kubernetes, Terraform + GitHub). 6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Paying up to £525/day (Inside IR35). Start ASAP in Dec 2025 / Jan 2026. Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site in the London office. A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: Site Reliability Engineer to lead SRE activities for large-scale Azure Cloud projects + mentoring other Engineers. Proven experience in Azure Cloud migrations + networking solutions. Delivering solutions across VMs and Kubernetes, ensuring efficient deployment, management + scaling. Implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions (or similar tools). Designing + managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using Terraform, Ansible + Jenkins. Assessing Networking requirements + designing secure solutions (including: load balancing, routing, firewalls). Troubleshooting + resolving complex Azure Cloud infrastructure / application issues. Working with key stakeholders, external suppliers + cross-functional teams (IT Security, Testing + Applications). Supporting Azure Cloud migration initiatives using frameworks like: AzureRM, CAF, Google Cloud. Participating in 24/7 on-call team support rota. Strong DevOps background with automation-first mindset Advantageous: Cloud certifications (Azure, GCP, AWS) + Multi-Tenant solutions experience.
Jan 01, 2026
Contractor
Site Reliability Engineer (SC Cleared) 6 Month Contract London (Hybrid) £525/day (Inside IR35) Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) needed with active SC Security Clerance and strong Azure Cloud expertise (including Kubernetes, Terraform + GitHub). 6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Paying up to £525/day (Inside IR35). Start ASAP in Dec 2025 / Jan 2026. Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site in the London office. A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: Site Reliability Engineer to lead SRE activities for large-scale Azure Cloud projects + mentoring other Engineers. Proven experience in Azure Cloud migrations + networking solutions. Delivering solutions across VMs and Kubernetes, ensuring efficient deployment, management + scaling. Implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions (or similar tools). Designing + managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using Terraform, Ansible + Jenkins. Assessing Networking requirements + designing secure solutions (including: load balancing, routing, firewalls). Troubleshooting + resolving complex Azure Cloud infrastructure / application issues. Working with key stakeholders, external suppliers + cross-functional teams (IT Security, Testing + Applications). Supporting Azure Cloud migration initiatives using frameworks like: AzureRM, CAF, Google Cloud. Participating in 24/7 on-call team support rota. Strong DevOps background with automation-first mindset Advantageous: Cloud certifications (Azure, GCP, AWS) + Multi-Tenant solutions experience.
Ecs Resource Group Ltd
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
SC Cleared AWS Engineer Contract Location: Cheltenham or Manchester (3-4 days per week on-site) Rate: 600 p/day (Inside IR35) Duration: Ongoing contract We are recruiting for an international IT company looking for an experienced AWS Engineer with active SC Clearance to join a high-profile programme. This role is suited to someone who is hands-on, delivery-focused, and comfortable working in secure, complex environments. Key Responsibilities: Deliver secure, scalable AWS solutions across a major transformation programme Support design, build and optimisation activities within AWS Ensure infrastructure and platform services are aligned to best practice Troubleshoot, improve and maintain cloud environments in a fast-paced setting Required Experience: Strong hands-on AWS engineering experience Solid understanding of cloud security, networking and automation Terraform, CI/CD or modern DevOps tooling beneficial If you're available and would like to learn more, please contact (url removed) / (phone number removed) for more information. ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process
Jan 01, 2026
Contractor
SC Cleared AWS Engineer Contract Location: Cheltenham or Manchester (3-4 days per week on-site) Rate: 600 p/day (Inside IR35) Duration: Ongoing contract We are recruiting for an international IT company looking for an experienced AWS Engineer with active SC Clearance to join a high-profile programme. This role is suited to someone who is hands-on, delivery-focused, and comfortable working in secure, complex environments. Key Responsibilities: Deliver secure, scalable AWS solutions across a major transformation programme Support design, build and optimisation activities within AWS Ensure infrastructure and platform services are aligned to best practice Troubleshoot, improve and maintain cloud environments in a fast-paced setting Required Experience: Strong hands-on AWS engineering experience Solid understanding of cloud security, networking and automation Terraform, CI/CD or modern DevOps tooling beneficial If you're available and would like to learn more, please contact (url removed) / (phone number removed) for more information. ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process
Contract DevOps Engineers (x5) - SC Cleared Location: Remote (occasional London travel - max 1 day/week) Rate: Up to 475/day Duration: 6 months (likely extension) IR35: Inside Clearance: SC Cleared required Deadline for CV submission: Monday 15th We're looking for five experienced DevOps Engineers to join a major transformation project. These roles are AWS-heavy and require a solid development background. You don't need to be a superstar-just strong, reliable, and experienced in the right tech stack. Tech Stack Cloud: AWS Messaging: Kafka Languages: Java, NodeJS Frameworks: Spring Boot/Data, React Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm Frontend: Typescript / JavaScript Databases: Postgres Search: OpenSearch / ElasticSearch Testing: Playwright, Wiremock Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace Version Control: Git APIs: REST API Remote-first with minimal travel High-profile project Immediate start Interested? Send your CV today - deadline is Monday 15th . DM me or email directly for details.
Jan 01, 2026
Contractor
Contract DevOps Engineers (x5) - SC Cleared Location: Remote (occasional London travel - max 1 day/week) Rate: Up to 475/day Duration: 6 months (likely extension) IR35: Inside Clearance: SC Cleared required Deadline for CV submission: Monday 15th We're looking for five experienced DevOps Engineers to join a major transformation project. These roles are AWS-heavy and require a solid development background. You don't need to be a superstar-just strong, reliable, and experienced in the right tech stack. Tech Stack Cloud: AWS Messaging: Kafka Languages: Java, NodeJS Frameworks: Spring Boot/Data, React Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm Frontend: Typescript / JavaScript Databases: Postgres Search: OpenSearch / ElasticSearch Testing: Playwright, Wiremock Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace Version Control: Git APIs: REST API Remote-first with minimal travel High-profile project Immediate start Interested? Send your CV today - deadline is Monday 15th . DM me or email directly for details.
Permanent Platform Engineer (DV Cleared) £90,000 to £100,000 Hybrid, South West Ncounter are supporting a secure government focused programme that is scaling its cloud and platform engineering capability. We are looking for DV Cleared Platform Engineers who enjoy solving complex problems in high assurance environments. The focus is on building reliable Kubernetes platforms, strengthening CI/CD automation, and embedding security into modern engineering practices. You will work inside a multidisciplinary team that is responsible for creating stable, repeatable, and compliant environments that support large scale digital systems. This includes shaping secure-by-design cloud patterns, introducing strong observability, and driving automation to remove manual effort. The work suits someone who is comfortable operating across infrastructure, pipelines, and application delivery while staying close to the mission. What you will do • Build and operate Kubernetes platforms across controlled cloud environments, including cluster management, workload optimisation, and service reliability • Develop and refine CI/CD processes that support safe and repeatable delivery • Introduce security controls into infrastructure and pipelines, promoting strong engineering hygiene • Use Terraform, Ansible, or similar tooling to automate infrastructure creation and configuration • Work with architects, security teams, and developers to ensure designs meet performance and assurance needs • Troubleshoot platform issues and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering lifecycle What you bring • DV Clearance is essential due to the sensitivity of the programme • Strong hands-on Kubernetes experience and comfort running production clusters • Good understanding of secure infrastructure operations, cloud services, containerisation, and network fundamentals • Proven experience with CI/CD tooling and automation workflows • Ability to operate in Agile teams within complex, highly regulated settings • A background in DevOps, Platform, or SRE roles If you want to apply your Kubernetes, CI/CD, and security skills to work that carries genuine national importance, we would like to speak with you. Contact Ncounter to discuss the role and explore whether it aligns with your next move.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Permanent Platform Engineer (DV Cleared) £90,000 to £100,000 Hybrid, South West Ncounter are supporting a secure government focused programme that is scaling its cloud and platform engineering capability. We are looking for DV Cleared Platform Engineers who enjoy solving complex problems in high assurance environments. The focus is on building reliable Kubernetes platforms, strengthening CI/CD automation, and embedding security into modern engineering practices. You will work inside a multidisciplinary team that is responsible for creating stable, repeatable, and compliant environments that support large scale digital systems. This includes shaping secure-by-design cloud patterns, introducing strong observability, and driving automation to remove manual effort. The work suits someone who is comfortable operating across infrastructure, pipelines, and application delivery while staying close to the mission. What you will do • Build and operate Kubernetes platforms across controlled cloud environments, including cluster management, workload optimisation, and service reliability • Develop and refine CI/CD processes that support safe and repeatable delivery • Introduce security controls into infrastructure and pipelines, promoting strong engineering hygiene • Use Terraform, Ansible, or similar tooling to automate infrastructure creation and configuration • Work with architects, security teams, and developers to ensure designs meet performance and assurance needs • Troubleshoot platform issues and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering lifecycle What you bring • DV Clearance is essential due to the sensitivity of the programme • Strong hands-on Kubernetes experience and comfort running production clusters • Good understanding of secure infrastructure operations, cloud services, containerisation, and network fundamentals • Proven experience with CI/CD tooling and automation workflows • Ability to operate in Agile teams within complex, highly regulated settings • A background in DevOps, Platform, or SRE roles If you want to apply your Kubernetes, CI/CD, and security skills to work that carries genuine national importance, we would like to speak with you. Contact Ncounter to discuss the role and explore whether it aligns with your next move.
Clearance Required: ACTIVE DV Clearance Your role You will be a hands-on technical expert helping us deliver projects in a true DevOps manner. You will apply a software engineering mindset to problems, whether that's provisioning services, writing code or writing automation tools and scripts click apply for full job details
Dec 29, 2025
Full time
Clearance Required: ACTIVE DV Clearance Your role You will be a hands-on technical expert helping us deliver projects in a true DevOps manner. You will apply a software engineering mindset to problems, whether that's provisioning services, writing code or writing automation tools and scripts click apply for full job details
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Platform/DevOps Engineer - eDV Cleared - Up to £100,000 Oscar Technology are working with a leading consultancy focused on delivering highly secure IT Infrastructure and Networks for government and defence organisations across the UK. Despite their successes to date, they have plenty of ambitious goals to achieve in the coming years, with the team expected to grow exponentially in coming months click apply for full job details
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Platform/DevOps Engineer - eDV Cleared - Up to £100,000 Oscar Technology are working with a leading consultancy focused on delivering highly secure IT Infrastructure and Networks for government and defence organisations across the UK. Despite their successes to date, they have plenty of ambitious goals to achieve in the coming years, with the team expected to grow exponentially in coming months click apply for full job details