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About us. We're the team behind digital retailer Very. Our purpose, helping families get more out of life, powers everything we do. And we want our people to get more out of life too! If you're high-performing, ambitious and make the most of every opportunity, we want to hear from you. In return, you'll enjoy heaps of flexibility, great perks and benefits, and the freedom to be yourself, keep learning and take your career wherever you want it to go. If you love making a difference, you'll love making it sparkle for millions of Very customers. Role Purpose The Lead Engineer is a key role within a Software sub-community providing technical leadership and guidance to Engineers across all squads working with them to deliver and maintain production ready, secure, stable, and performant code in line with TVG Engineering standards in a DevSecOps manner. They lead by example and play an active part of software design, coding, reviews, testing, and debugging. They are at the forefront of solving challenging technical problems, and are responsible for software engineering excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the sub-community across all squads they work with. Scope of Role Leadership: Technical mentor and coach to Software Engineers empowering them to excel in their roles and grow their skills. Champions the adoption of relevant standards such as TVG's SDLC, development of re-usable components, and generation of technical product roadmaps in collaboration with Engineering Managers and Architects. Plays an active role in maintaining a high performing software engineering team and contributes to a positive and inclusive culture where collaboration, open communication, and knowledge sharing are the norm and highly valued. Play a leading role in the Software technology selection for the squads they work with. The role is one of a technical expert and leader rather than people manager and may involve task management at times. Nature and Area of impact: The Lead Engineer works with peers in other sub-communities and other Technology leaders to advance TVG's Tech landscape in a manner that is aligned across the Community and is aligned to current standards and policies. About you Significant experience of delivery of software solutions in squads operating in a lean, agile, DevSecOps based environment, in a senior or leadership role. Proficiency in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and modern software engineering tooling. Experience with TypeScript, React, NodeJS, Nest.js, AWS is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of providing clear technology leadership, direction and decision making for a whole team. Experience of building, integrating, maintaining, and managing complex software architectures (both build and bought), ideally across multi-cloud environments. Experience of building software applications that have security, reliability, scalability, high availability, and concurrency built-in from the outset. A strong collaborator, communicator, and decision maker. Confident and comfortable to share stories internally and externally to build our Very Group brand and credibility to attract and retain talent. Some of our benefits Flexible, hybrid working model Inclusive culture and environment £6500 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs 30days holiday + bank holidays Udemy learning access Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk Matched pension up to 6% More benefits can be found on our career site How to apply Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions. What happens next? Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch if you're successful so keep an eye on your emails! We'll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. For this role after meeting our Talent Acquisition Team you can expect a 2 stage process. First Stage - Take Home Technical Test - guide of 2-3 hours. Second Stage - Behavioural and Technical Interview, this interview focuses on your technical and softer skills, how you like to work as part of a Software Engineering Team (60 minutes onsite) If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities We're building a culture of everyday inclusion, and welcome applications from anyone who believes they can do the job. We don't discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply, interview, or perform a role, let us know via . We'll be happy to support you. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer and have nine brilliant colleague networks - including DAWN (Disability Awareness at Very) and Think (Neurodiversity at Very) - that are helping us make Very an even more inclusive place to work.

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose - all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. Your role: Solution Architect Your Responsibilities: Partner with business, Product Management, and enterprise/solution architects to recommend opportunities to rationalise or combine technologies that cut across functions looking for both efficiency and reuse opportunities. Support solution architecture review groups to ensure solutions delivered meet enterprise requirements. Identify opportunities to directly contribute to architecture standards and patterns that product teams can use to implement solutions. Contribute to the identification and rationalisation of technical debt looking to recommend and support portfolio health initiatives across functions and enterprise. Enable the discovery capability to help validate business and technology direction. What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): B.S. in Information Systems/Computer Science. 5+ years of experience in architecting and delivering enterprise IT systems. Experience in large technology selection processes able to lead technical decision making. Strong technical background ideally from a hands-on IT engineering background, with array of different experiences in Architecture space. Appreciation of data architecture principles. Experience working with: + Modern application architecture methodologies (Service Orientated Architecture, API-Centric Design, Twelve-Factor App, FAIR, etc.) + Cloud Native design patterns, with a preference towards Microsoft Azure / Google Cloud " DevSecOps " culture, including modern software development practices, covering Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), etc. + Experience with interface implementation between SaaS providers ( leveraging Integration-as-a-service frameworks ). + Experience supporting digital platforms, including Integrations, Release Management, Regression Testing, Integrations, Data Obfuscation, etc. + Experience scaling an "API-Ecosystem", designing, and implementing "API-First" integration patterns. Strong organizational and communications skills with multiple examples of being able to convey complex technical topics, that resulted in a definitive direction. Strong leadership and proactive communication skills with a strong bias for action and ability to advise others. What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications): Solution architecture certifications for Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform. Experience working in a product operating model delivering architecture capability across product.- Familiarity with infrastructure considerations (networking, hosting, security, etc.) in enabling on-premise and cloud IT solutions. Experience working in a regulated industry such as life sciences or equivalent.Location: Hook, UK - Hybrid Work Environment If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles! Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework - all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at .

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity With the continuing and rapid development of tax technology solutions and in particular Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, it is necessary to enhance our operational models to achieve success in the future. In preparation for the future, EY Tax and Law have created a new "Centre of Excellence" (CoE) to support SaaS solutions throughout their lifecycle. The objectives of the SaaS CoE are twofold: Operational management of Tax and Law SaaS solutions Sales enablement and support to drive the market success of these solutions The SaaS CoE currently supports Tax and Lax solutions Global VAT Reporting Tool (GVRT), Global Tax E-invoicing Solution (GTES), Mandatory Disclosure Regime (MDR) Web, EY GloBE Engine (Pillar II/BEPS) and Digital Tax Platform (DTP), and this number of solutions is expected to grow rapidly. The SaaS CoE sits within New Business Models, a global workstream looking to change how EY goes to market, builds products and collaborates effectively across different functions, geographies and business units. Your key responsibilities EY is looking for a visionary and strategic Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to provide technology leadership in our SaaS CoE. As the SaaS CoE CTO, you will be accountable for the endtoend technology vision and technical product execution across a global portfolio. This role requires a deep understanding of software development, cloud technologies, and industry trends (including AI and data); along with strong leadership skills to drive innovation and collaboration across teams. Additionally, the CTO will engage directly with clients to support strategic pursuits and gather valuable market feedback. Our global reach and combination of tax, tech, and client knowledge make us the perfect platform to build your career. Your responsibilities will include: Technology Strategy & Leadership Develop and execute the technology strategy for the SaaS CoE, aligning with the overall business objectives Collaborate closely with the Global SaaS CoE leader, Product leaders, and the Global Tax CTO in execution of the technology strategy Develop and continually enhance the target architecture, covering platform strategy, system integrations, cloud infrastructure, security posture, and scalability standards Own technology governance frameworks, engineering standards, and lifecycle practices across all solutions (GVRT, GTES, MDR Web, GloBE Engine, DTP, and future assets) Drive adoption of engineering excellence, DevSecOps, automation, and AIenabled development capabilities Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, including AI and data, to ensure the organisation remains competitive and innovative Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging teams to adopt best practices in software development and agile methodologies Mentor and develop technology teams, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing Product Delivery & Lifecycle Oversight Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable and secure SaaS solutions, in collaboration with our Client Technology team and vendors Oversee product engineering across all SaaS solutions, ensuring delivery quality, reliability and roadmap execution Partner closely with Product teams to define technical requirements, delivery timelines and release planning Ensure products meet global compliance, security, and dataretention requirements (including crossborder, regulatory, and ASPaligned standards, where applicable) Operational Excellence Oversee governance around core operational functions, in collaboration with Client Technology, covering incident management, performance, quality, change management, cloud operations and cost optimisation Drive efficiencies across global delivery hubs, promoting centralisation, and standardisation Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to data security and privacy Crossfunctional Leadership & Stakeholder Management Work closely with global Tax leadership on strategic direction, investment planning and talent strategy Provide thought leadership at executive governance forums and SteerCo meetings Act as the senior technology counterpart to Product, Go-to-market, Marketing, Customer Success and Operations teams Manage relationships with external technology partners and vendors to leverage their expertise and solutions Work with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritise technology initiatives that enhance product offerings and improve customer experience Engage with clients to understand their needs, support strategic pursuits and gather feedback to inform product development and enhancements New Business Models Lead technical evaluation of new product opportunities, emerging technologies, and ecosystem partnerships Shape and support EY's techled innovation roadmap, ensuring alignment to market needs and global scalability Partner with crossserviceline teams to enable collaboration and cocreation opportunities Skills and attributes for success Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role, preferably as a CTO or equivalent in a SaaS environment Deep understanding of SaaS architecture, enterprise cloud platforms (Azure preferred), and secure, scalable multi tenant systems Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation Proven success driving engineering maturity, technical governance, and platform standardisation Experience in client-facing roles, with a track record of supporting strategic pursuits and gathering market insights Ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple complex programs and stakeholders Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and manage change in a fast paced environment To qualify for the role, you must have 10+ years' experience in a technology leadership role within a large global organisation, ideally within the tax and/or SaaS market Prior experience owning or driving large scale SaaS product portfolios Demonstrated expertise in cloud architecture, software engineering, DevOps, and product lifecycle management Strong knowledge of agile methodologies and modern engineering practices Experience with data analytics, machine learning, and AI technologies Excellent communication skills and the maturity to work closely with global executive leadership Ideally, you'll also have Experience working within professional services or a regulated global organisation Track record of delivering tax, finance, or compliance technology platforms Familiarity with EY internal systems, technology governance, and operational frameworks Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to SaaS solutions Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling SaaS products in a competitive market Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools to enhance software delivery and operational efficiency What we look for We're seeking a transformational technology leader who can set the vision, build trust, and scale a global technology function. You will bring a strategic mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to mobilise high performing teams across geographies and disciplines What we offer you At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more . Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

Role Title: API Security Architect Duration: contract to run until 30/11/2026 Location: Knutsford, hybrid 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to £762.86 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary We are looking for an API Security Architect to define, design, and oversee the implementation of enterprise grade API security architecture. The role ensures APIs are built securely, follow best practice standards, and align with organisational security and compliance requirements. Key Responsibilities Design end to end API security architecture across cloud and on premise environments. Define API security standards covering authentication, authorization, encryption, and threat protection. Lead architectural reviews, threat modelling, and risk assessments for API integrations. Select, architect, and optimize API gateways, WAFs, and security controls. Develop reference architectures and reusable security patterns for engineering teams. Provide security governance for API development, lifecycle management, and CI/CD practices. Partner with engineering, product, and security operations to embed secure by design principles. Oversee remediation strategies for API vulnerabilities and guide architecture improvements. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in API security architecture within large scale environments. Expertise in API gateways (Apigee, Azure API Management, Kong, Mulesoft). Strong knowledge of OAuth2.0, OIDC, JWT, mTLS, TLS, and Zero Trust principles. Deep understanding of OWASP API Security Top 10 and secure design patterns. Experience designing security controls in cloud (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Ability to create architectural artefacts (HLDs, LLDs, security patterns). Nice to Have Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, SABSA. Experience with DevSecOps, container security, and microservices architecture. Knowledge of SIEM, API analytics, and threat intelligence All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Senior Akamai Security Engineer Location: Knutsford (Hybrid, 3 Days per Week Onsite) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 30/11/2026 Rate: £630p/d max via Umbrella Role Description We are seeking a Senior Akamai Security Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of Akamai security solutions across our digital platforms. This role ensures robust protection against web threats, enhances performance, and enforces security best practices across global environments. Key Responsibilities Architect, configure, and optimize Akamai security products (Kona Site Defender, Bot Manager, WAF, CDN). Lead end-to-end implementation of Akamai security policies and custom rulesets. Conduct threat analysis, log monitoring, and security incident response related to web traffic. Implement and maintain rate limiting, bot mitigation, DDoS protection, and zero trust controls. Collaborate with engineering and application teams to embed secure Akamai configurations into deployments. Manage Akamai property configurations, edge redirects, certificates, and traffic routing rules. Perform tuning of WAF rules to reduce false positives and improve threat coverage. Provide technical leadership, documentation, and guidance on Akamai best practices. Required Skills & Experience Extensive hands on experience with Akamai platform (KSD, WAF, Bot Manager, EdgeWorkers, CDN). Strong understanding of web security concepts: OWASP Top 10, DDoS, bot threats, API protection. Proficiency in HTTP/S, TCP/IP, DNS, TLS, CDN optimisation, and caching strategies. Experience managing large scale, high traffic web applications. Scripting or automation experience (Python, Shell, Akamai APIs). Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and performance tuning skills. Nice to Have Akamai certifications (ACE, Akamai Security Architect). Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code. Knowledge of SIEM tools and security analytics.

Waracle are looking for a Principal Cloud Architect (GCP) for an exciting new role joining our world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation. We work with ambitious clients to help them solve their biggest business and customer challenges. We help our clients to innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design and delivery to operations. This is a Hybrid role based in London. Why This Role? As a Principal Cloud Architect, you will be a high-level strategic advisor, bridging the gap between complex technical cloud architectures and executive business goals. You won't just build infrastructure; you will ensure cloud architecture serves as the foundation for world-class digital products. This role is perfect for a leader who enjoys high-stakes conversations with C-suite stakeholders and thrives on designing transformative, cloud-native strategies. What You'll Be Doing Reporting to the Head of Technology, your role will cover: Driving Strategic Advisory: Designing innovative GCP architectures that align with digital product goals and securing executive alignment. Leading Pre-Sales and Growth: Contributing strategic input to RFPs and proposals while working closely with the Google Cloud Partner Manager. Technical & Product Leadership: Leading client pilots or POCs to demonstrate tangible business value and shaping the adoption of modern practices like DevSecOps. Cultivating Excellence: Mentoring and coaching senior consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning and a product-led approach to engineering. Championing Innovation: Producing viewpoints on emerging technologies, such as AI and data-driven features, to represent Waracle in senior client forums. What You'll Bring We are looking for a collaborative leader who brings a blend of technical mastery and commercial acumen. If you are passionate about building both great products and great teams, we want to hear from you: Expert-level GCP Mastery: Deep experience in designing and deploying complex, scalable cloud-native architectures. GCP Certifications: Professional certifications (or the ambition to achieve them) and knowledge of Google Cloud's AI products. Strategic Mindset: A proven track record of contributing to winning RFPs and shaping large-scale digital transformations. Executive Presence: The ability to navigate conflict, build confidence, and influence business strategy at the C-level. Empathetic Leadership: Experience coaching technical staff and supporting recruitment to build high-potential, diverse teams. The Recruitment Process You can expect an initial call with a dedicated Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss your aspirations, salary, and benefits. This is followed by a two-stage interview process where you can showcase your skills and learn more about our culture. Your partner will guide you every step of the way to your first day. Our Benefits We believe in supporting our team, inside and outside of work. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect: Rest & Recharge: You'll receive 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totaling 35 days of holiday to unwind and pursue your passions. Financial Future & Security: Plan for retirement with our company-matched 5% pension contribution. For added peace of mind, we also offer a Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x your annual salary for your loved ones. Health & Wellness: Our Medicash Health Cash Plans help cover everyday healthcare costs, complemented by an Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support, and Group Sickness Cover for peace of mind. Flexible Working: We champion hybrid working, providing a home office setup budget to ensure you're comfortable and productive wherever you are. Learning & Development: Invest in yourself with access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget for continuous growth. Lifestyle Perks: Make the most of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and enjoy exclusive gym and retail discounts. Family First: Our enhanced parental leave policies include support for fertility journeys, recognising diverse family needs. Community & Connection: We foster a vibrant culture with regular fun meet-ups and lunch on us in the office once a month. You'll also have the opportunity to make a local impact through Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally, building strong team bonds and giving back. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.