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Software Development Manager (Contract) - Data & AI Transformation Location: London (Hybrid - 1 day onsite) Contract: Day Rate We're working with a global investment-focused organisation delivering a major transformation programme, replacing a legacy platform with a modern, cloud-based ecosystem. They're looking for a senior Software Development Manager to lead a key workstream focused on data migration and application modernisation. This is a player/coach role combining hands-on technical input with team leadership and delivery ownership. The environment is built around React, Python and AWS, with growing adoption of Databricks and AI-driven tooling. The role You'll lead a small, high-performing team, driving delivery of key milestones as part of a wider transformation programme. The focus is on migrating and modernising data and applications into a new cloud-based platform, while improving user experience and engineering capability. You'll also work closely with teams in the US, so some flexibility in working hours is required. Key responsibilities Lead and manage a cross-functional engineering team (full stack, data and junior engineers) Champion the adoption of AI tools and practices, including automation, developer productivity and AI-driven solutions (e.g. chatbots, Copilot/LLMs) Own delivery of key milestones across data migration and platform modernisation Provide hands-on technical guidance, particularly across front-end (React) and user experience Translate business requirements into clear technical delivery plans Drive engineering best practice, team performance and delivery standards Oversee knowledge transfer from legacy system SMEs into the wider team (without direct ownership of the legacy platform) What we're looking for Proven experience in a Software Development Manager / Technical Lead role Strong background delivering large-scale transformation or migration programmes Hands-on experience with React, Python and AWS Experience working with Databricks or similar modern data platforms Strong understanding of front-end development and user experience Experience leading and developing engineering teams Exposure to AI/ML, LLMs or modern developer tooling is highly desirable Comfortable working in global, fast-paced environments Why apply High-impact role within a major transformation programme Exposure to modern cloud, data and AI technologies Strong stakeholder visibility in a global organisation Opportunity to shape both delivery and engineering capability

A great environmental client is looking for Senior Full Stack Engineer with Flask. They don't just write code; we bridge the gap between heavy-duty engineering algorithms and high-performance digital products. Their optimization tools are used in the world's most demanding environments-from subsea exploration to offshore wind farms. They are looking for a Senior Python Developer who wants to move beyond "just another SaaS app" and build sophisticated, full-stack systems that power global infrastructure. Why Join? High-Impact Engineering: Your code will optimize massive offshore operations and renewable energy sectors. Total Autonomy: You aren't just a cog in a machine. You will shape the architecture, propose new features, and drive the technical direction of our entire stack. True Full-Stack Variety: From background daemons and parallel computing to sleek front-end interfaces and AWS cloud orchestration. A "Green" Culture: We walk the talk. We offer railcard reimbursements and even contribute to your home energy bills if you're on a renewable tariff. The Tech Stack We are a Flask house looking for a master of the MVT (Model-View-Template) structure. You'll be taking ownership of: Backend: Python, Flask, Jinja2, SQLAlchemy. Frontend: Vanilla JS (jQuery, AJAX), HTML5, CSS3. Data & Infrastructure: PostgreSQL, Docker, and a deep AWS suite (ECS, RDS, VPC, Boto3). The "Hard" Stuff: Parallel computing, background daemons, and orchestrating complex engineering algorithms. The Role As our Senior Developer, you will lead the lifecycle of our cloud-based products from "napkin sketch" to enterprise deployment. Architect: Design full system workflows, databases, and cloud infrastructure. Build: Create background services to run optimization algorithms in parallel. Innovate: Identify and scope new R&D opportunities and contribute to funding bids. Lead: Manage external technical relationships and mentor the next generation of engineers. About You You are a developer who loves the "how" as much as the "what." You should bring: Proven Experience: You've led the development of multiple complex web apps using Python/Flask and Jinja2 . Full-Stack Fluency: You're comfortable across the entire lifecycle-front-end, back-end, and AWS deployment. Ownership Mentality: You enjoy taking a code base from an idea to a commercial-grade product. Communication: You can translate complex technical specs into clear plans for stakeholders and subcontractors. Bonus points if you have experience with GIS Mapping (OpenLayer), Kubernetes, or .Net Core.

Lead Software Engineer Why? Lead a Greenfield web and mobile project Tech - Python, Ruby on Rails, React, Next, React Native, AWS We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer who wants more than just an average dev job. You'll own features end-to-end, working closely with product owners, shaping architecture, and mentoring others while working with a modern, cloud-native stack. Great engineering is a team sport. Beyond strong technical skills, we're looking for someone who communicates openly, collaborates naturally, and helps create an environment where everyone can do their best work. You'll join a product-focused engineering team where your ideas matter, your code ships fast, and your work has real business impact. Lead Software Engineer Responsibilities Own features from concept to production; collaborate and co-own product and design to shape solutions Translate product strategy into technical and architectural solutions Actively communication with stakeholders to support product roadmaps Build and scale modern web and mobile applications Lead engineers on this project and help grow a strong culture Lead Software Engineer Requirements Full-stack development experience Python or Ruby on Rails + React/Next.js or React Native) Prior experience liaising with product teams and business stakeholders Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and automated testing Ability to design and deliver complex features from scratch and communicate them to non-technical stakeholders Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail For more information, please contact Katie at Matched Group. Senior Software Engineer / Senior Software Developer / Ruby-on-Rails / Python

Would you like the opportunity to work with the latest technologies reaching 50 million users? DVLA are looking for Software Engineers with a passion for modern software development to become an integral part of a large, new programme of work and using cutting-edge tech to develop cloud-based software at scale. £44,241 - £58,997 plus 29% employer pension contribution and other benefits. Flexible, hybrid working from Swansea. About DVLA The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) deliver wide reaching digital services to the UK public and industry and maintain the national record of vehicles and drivers. If you have applied for a driving licence, changed vehicle, re-licensed your vehicle or completed a vehicle enquiry you would have used one of their services. You'll be supported with a high-spec MacBook and access to certifications in areas like AWS and Java, alongside the freedom to keep developing your skills. DVLA also actively encourages the use of AI coding tools, with a dedicated community focused on using them responsibly to improve how digital services are built. Job Description At the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), you'll work with modern technologies across both back-end and front-end development. On the back end, this includes Java, Spring Boot and tools like OpenAPI - but what matters most is your ability to build clean, secure applications using any object-oriented language. For front-end work, you'll use Ruby on Rails and React to create intuitive, accessible user interfaces. You will join one of the leading agile and cloud-focused technology teams in government, working with modern tools such as serverless, Docker and Kubernetes. You'll be part of the new electronic Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) programme, helping to modernise how vehicle tax is delivered digitally, within a friendly and stable engineering community that values innovation, security and a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities Develop and maintain secure, scalable software solutions within an agile delivery team Contribute to the design and implementation of digital services, supporting technical decisions and improvements Collaborate with business analysts, delivery managers and other engineers to refine user stories and deliver against requirements Support live services, including troubleshooting, performance improvements and ongoing enhancements Mentor and support junior developers, contributing to best practice and continuous improvement within the team Essential skills Experience working as a software engineer across multiple teams or projects, using a range of modern technologies and tools Experience developing software using one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, C#, JavaScript or similar Experience working with modern development practices, including CI/CD tooling and agile methodologies Interest or experience in back-end, front-end, security or serverless technologies Ability to communicate effectively with engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders across the business Desirable skills Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Exposure to cloud-native architectures (e.g. serverless, containers) Experience contributing to improvements in team processes, tooling or engineering practices Understanding of API design and tools such as OpenAPI Exposure to public sector or working within GDS standards and accessibility guidelines Benefits Alongside your salary of £44,241 - £58,997, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £12,816 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Expect a planned, transparent progression with learning and development tailored to your role, an environment with flexible working options and a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity, long-term career progression plus the following benefits: A salary of £44,241 - £58,997, (inclusive of allowances) dependant on interview assessment Accreditations expensed with study days aside in areas such as AWS, Java and many more High spec laptop An environment with flexible and condensed hours working options Generous employer contribution of at least 28.9%, depending on rate of salary and chosen pension scheme. A great work-life balance 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Ability to buy and sell annual leave. Digital Communities On-site gym plus personal training available On-site nursery, restaurants, and coffee bar Range of staff groups to support all our colleagues. Free parking. Further information: This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. Client does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. If you are a Software Developer looking to develop your skills and work with the latest technologies on large-scale software delivery projects, then contact of of the team members at Inspire People, or apply now.

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - eDV CLEARED NEW PERMANENT JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A GLOBALLY LEADING NATIONAL SECURITY COMPANY FOR A SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER WITH eDV CLEARANCE Permanent job opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer Globally leading defence / cyber security company Salary up to £100,000 plus clearance bonus London based organisation in an easily accessible location Permanent Software Engineer To apply please call / or email WHO WE ARE? We are recruiting Senior and Lead Software Engineers to work with a multi-national, industry leading National Security client in central London. Due to the nature of the work you must hold enhanced DV Security Clearance. WHAT WILL THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER BE DOING? As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work with an experienced agile team to design and deliver packages of bespoke work, work development teams and liaise with customers. You will work through the entire software development life cycle from requirements capture to R&D, implementation to automation. WE NEED THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO HAVE . Current enhanced DV clearance Experience with at least one or more of the following: Java, Python, C++, .NET, C#, JavaScript, React Experience mentoring juniors or leading a team Experience / Knowledge of automation IT WOULD BE NICE FOR THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO HAVE . Cloud based experience Microservice architecture or server-less architecture Big Data / Messaging technologies such as Apache Nifi / MiNiFi / Kafka TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Dominic Barbet. I look forward to hearing from you. SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED KEY SKILLS: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEVELOPPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DEEP VETTING / DEEP VETTED / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE

Job Title: Senior DevSecOps Engineer Location: London Contract Length: 12 months Working Pattern : Hybrid, Via Umbrella Company Join Our Team! Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer to lead the charge in defining and implementing cutting-edge CI/CD and DevSecOps strategies! What You'll Do: As a key player in our client's engineering team, you will: Define & Own : Craft and manage the enterprise CI/CD and DevSecOps strategy to align with security, risk, and governance standards. Architect Solutions : Develop CI/CD approaches that cater to multiple teams and technologies while ensuring quality, security, and scalability. Enhance Cloud Applications : Provide your expertise in building cloud and cloud-ready applications, and support containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes. Integrate Security & Compliance : Embed security controls directly into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring solutions meet all governance and regulatory requirements. Engage Stakeholders : Build strong partnerships with functional teams and translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for various audiences. Drive Continuous Improvement : Champion a strong engineering mindset and relentlessly seek new tools and approaches to enhance developer experience and release cadence. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should possess: Core Technical Experience : Extensive experience in designing enterprise-scale CI/CD solutions, with a focus on GitLab. Hands-on experience in supporting build pipelines for Java, C#, JavaScript, and Python is essential. Cloud & Containerization Expertise : Proven ability to deliver containerized and cloud-ready applications, with experience in integrating CI/CD pipelines with cloud services. Financial Services Acumen : Familiarity with highly regulated environments, especially in the financial sector, and a strong understanding of risk management and governance frameworks. Leadership Skills : You should operate effectively as a senior individual contributor, demonstrating sound judgment, professionalism, and integrity while influencing outcomes without direct authority. Communication Skills : Exceptional clarity and precision in communication, particularly regarding risk-aware recommendations. What Success Looks Like: Secure, scalable, and trusted CI/CD platforms across the organization. Efficient and compliant delivery of containerized and cloud-ready applications. Seamless integration of security and governance into delivery processes. Empowered development teams capable of navigating control frameworks effectively. Why Join Us? This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in the financial services industry! You'll work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and your contributions will make a real impact. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're driven by a passion for engineering excellence and are ready to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and join our client's mission to innovate and lead in the financial sector. Your next big opportunity awaits! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & C#.NET) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa 650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and C# .NET Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Python Software Developer Permanent Hybrid Python AI BPSS We are looking for Software Developers with strong Python and AI experience to work at an early stage alongside enterprise architects and senior engineers. You will help research, design and prototype the foundations of a new service, with particular emphasis on automation, integration and intelligent workflows. You will join Peregrine who are supporting a large public sector organisation, starting an ambitious transformation programme focused on modernising how financial support services are delivered. The aim is to explore whether multiple existing approaches can be consolidated into a single, streamlined service. This work is at Alpha stage, with a strong focus on research, prototyping and proving technical and architectural options. This is a hands-on role suited to engineers who enjoy shaping solutions from first principles and working in exploratory delivery phases. The role is primarily remote, however travel to Newcastle may be required for sprint ceremonies and key workshops. Responsibilities: Engineers will contribute to research and development across: Workflow orchestration and process design Web portal options and user interaction patterns Data models and schema design Automation and AI, including AI assisted software development approaches Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Python Experience applying AI or machine learning in practical solutions Focus on automation and system integration Comfortable working in early stage, fast evolving environments (Alpha project experience) AWS Services Active BPSS, SC clearance or eligible for clearance Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrine-resourcing

Senior Software Engineer (Contract) 6-Month Engagement Outside IR35 Up to 475 per day Hybrid (London / Ipswich) A rapidly expanding SaaS company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support their agile delivery team on an initial 6-month contract. This position offers a strong mix of hands-on development and strategic input, with the opportunity to shape system architecture, influence engineering practices, and contribute directly to product evolution. You'll play a key role in designing, building, and improving scalable cloud-native applications, while also guiding team members and promoting high standards across the development lifecycle. Core expertise required: Advanced experience with C# and .NET (Framework and Core) Frontend development using TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and either React or Vue Proven track record with AWS, ideally including serverless architectures (e.g., Lambda) Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CDK) Strong grounding in clean architecture, SOLID principles, and code maintainability Knowledge of API integration and secure development practices (OWASP) What you'll be doing: Delivering end-to-end software solutions in a modern tech stack Working closely with product managers, QA, and engineering leadership Conducting code reviews and providing mentorship to developers Maintaining and enhancing live systems, with a focus on continuous improvement Desirable (but not essential): Experience with TDD or BDD methodologies Familiarity with PCI or ISO standards Exposure to VoIP technologies Knowledge of Python or AI-related development This role follows a hybrid working model, with occasional travel to London or Ipswich (approximately once per month). An excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team building robust, secure, and scalable SaaS solutions.

Senior Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - Health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). They are looking for a talented individual who will design, implement, and maintain their publishing software, systems, and customer-facing digital products. Requirements Design and implement systems and software to meet requirements using appropriate tools and methods. Promote the creation of high-quality code by commitment to practices such as test-driven development, pair programming and code review. Be responsible for the technical development of all stages of software creation, including testing; ensure that implementation meets security, performance, and safety requirements. Suggest improvements to the code base, development processes, tooling and working practices. Encourage innovation by identifying, evaluating and adoption of emerging technologies. Assist with the design, implementation, and testing of APIs that adhere to the Open API specification Knowledge & Skills for this job Able to demonstrate commercial software development experience. Practical experience in system design, development, testing and operational stability. Deep knowledge and experience in Python and its ecosystem, patterns and pitfalls. Experience applying continuous delivery, test driven development and pair programming. Experience of working in an agile environment and an understanding of Scrum principles in particular. Experience writing and consuming RESTful APIs in Python. Experience with AWS services (Lambda, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch). Experience with creating web application UIs using ReactJS and with TypeScript The Directorate This role will work closely with our Head of Engineering, Head of Data Science, QA Manager, Lead Software Developers, Software Developers and Chief Technology Officer. The Team As well as the above teams, you will be working across the organisation. We are welcoming someone who sees opportunities, is proactive and energetic wanting to make a difference to the way we wor Excellent opportunity to positively impact patient safety whilst working on complex, challenging and career defining projects. Basic salary £64,000 - 70,000 + excellent benefits Hybrid role - between 4 - 8 days per month in the London office, the rest remote

Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - Health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). They are looking for a talented individual who will design, implement, and maintain their publishing software, systems, and customer-facing digital products. Requirements Design and implement systems and software to meet requirements using appropriate tools and methods. Promote the creation of high-quality code by commitment to practices such as test-driven development, pair programming and code review. Be responsible for the technical development of all stages of software creation, including testing; ensure that implementation meets security, performance, and safety requirements. Suggest improvements to the code base, development processes, tooling and working practices. Encourage innovation by identifying, evaluating and adoption of emerging technologies. Assist with the design, implementation, and testing of APIs that adhere to the Open API specification Knowledge & Skills for this job Able to demonstrate commercial software development experience. Practical experience in system design, development, testing and operational stability. Deep knowledge and experience in Python and its ecosystem, patterns and pitfalls. Experience applying continuous delivery, test driven development and pair programming. Experience of working in an agile environment and an understanding of Scrum principles in particular. Experience writing and consuming RESTful APIs in Python. Experience with AWS services (Lambda, DynamoDB, ElasticSearch). Experience with creating web application UIs using ReactJS and with TypeScript The Directorate This role will work closely with our Head of Engineering, Head of Data Science, QA Manager, Lead Software Developers, Software Developers and Chief Technology Officer. The Team As well as the above teams, you will be working across the organisation. We are welcoming someone who sees opportunities, is proactive and energetic wanting to make a difference to the way we wor Excellent opportunity to positively impact patient safety whilst working on complex, challenging and career defining projects. Basic salary £64,000 - 70,000 + excellent benefits Hybrid role - between 4 - 8 days per month in the London office, the rest remote

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a specialist in operations and technology solutions for utility-scale renewable energy assets across the UK and Europe. We are recruiting for a Lead Developer to shape the technical direction, architecture, and AI strategy of a next-generation operational platform supporting large-scale solar and energy assets. The role offers a salary of up to 70k depending on experience, along with the opportunity to work in a highly experienced and growing team within a stable and expanding renewable energy sector. If you're a senior developer or technical lead looking to step into a strategic role with real influence over architecture, product direction, and AI adoption, please read on and apply below. Responsibilities and Duties Reporting to the Finance Director, you will Define and own the platform architecture, technical standards, and system design approach Set and manage the technical roadmap in line with operational and business priorities Translate business and operational needs into clear, scalable technical solutions Lead technical delivery across APIs, data models, integrations, and cloud infrastructure Drive the use of AI across the platform, including predictive analytics and asset intelligence Ensure AI solutions are secure, reliable, explainable, and fit for operational use Lead and coordinate offshore development teams, including task allocation and technical guidance Review technical outputs and act as escalation point for complex engineering issues Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD, testing, and releases Ensure strong governance across documentation, system reliability, security, and compliance Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following At least 3 years' software development experience, progressing into senior or lead-level roles Strong full-stack development skills (e.g. React, Angular, Node.js, Python, Java, APIs) Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL or similar) Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools Background in energy, engineering, or asset-heavy industries would be an advantage Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to mentor and guide technical teams Strong problem-solving ability in complex systems Confident decision-maker with attention to quality and detail Strong stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams Salary and benefits of the Lead Developer role Salary up to 70k depending on experience Discretionary Company Bonus 25 days Holiday (Plus Bank Holidays) Company Pension Other company Benefits INDREN Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Software Developer - SC cleared Permanent Hybrid (willing to travel to Newcastle) Python AI BPSS We are looking for Software Developers with strong Python and AI experience to work at an early stage alongside enterprise architects and senior engineers. You will help research, design and prototype the foundations of a new service, with particular emphasis on automation, integration and intelligent workflows. You will join Peregrine who are supporting a large public sector organisation, starting an ambitious transformation programme focused on modernising how financial support services are delivered. The aim is to explore whether multiple existing approaches can be consolidated into a single, streamlined service. This work is at Alpha stage, with a strong focus on research, prototyping and proving technical and architectural options. This is a hands-on role suited to engineers who enjoy shaping solutions from first principles and working in exploratory delivery phases. The role is primarily remote, however travel to Newcastle may be required for sprint ceremonies and key workshops. Responsibilities: Engineers will contribute to research and development across: Workflow orchestration and process design Web portal options and user interaction patterns Data models and schema design Automation and AI, including AI assisted software development approaches Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Python Experience applying AI or machine learning in practical solutions Focus on automation and system integration Comfortable working in early stage, fast evolving environments (Alpha project experience) AWS Services Active BPSS, SC clearance or eligible for clearance Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrine-resourcing

Full Stack Developer C# .NET, AZURE, React, Python High growth Financial services company who have a stream of new projects, many AI enabled. Opportunity to join and quickly take project responsibility and accelerate your career in a growth environment. Skills required: Adaptable, innovative, motivated and comfortable talking with Stakeholders (Unsusal for a Developer role, this is the primary skill required) C# .NET is currently the core language and Python secondary. C# does not need to be your primary, infact they are open to JAVA, Node.js, Python etc and someone willing to cross train. Experience building API's React or similar Vue / Angular AZURE or AWS Data Engineering is an advantage Experience building AI enabled applications or demonstratable interest Upper mid or Senior level experience and motivation to progress to leadership 5 days in the office (Shock horror ). Therefore you need to be commutable

In this developer role, you will: Provides senior-level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases, including third-party product integration. Translates technical specifications into code for complex projects, writes programs, develops code, tests artifacts, and produces reports, ensuring automation support. Elevates code to development, test, and production environments on schedule, provides production support, and submits change control requests with documentation, including peer reviews. Understands software development methodology and architecture standards, trains and mentors less experienced staff, and resolves elevated issues. Participates in design, code, and test inspections throughout the lifecycle, explains technical considerations at meetings, and performs systems analysis activities. Understands client business functions and technology needs, with a broad knowledge of Vanguard's technologies, tools, and applications. Interfaces with cross-functional team members and communicates system issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience. Works with business-facing IT teams to deliver new solutions, reviews functional specifications, translates them into program specifications, liaises with end users for acceptance testing, and provides 3rd line support. Builds thought leadership and expertise in best-practice solution design and implementation. Manages time effectively across multiple projects with competing business demands and priorities. What it takes: Experience in Test Driven Development and strong knowledge of Java (17 or higher), Spring Boot, Spring MVC, RESTFul API implementation, GraphQL, and open-source frameworks Experience in software development using cloud technologies (AWS preferred) Knowledge of build/deployment/testing/logging/monitoring tools and frameworks like Maven, Cucumber, Bamboo, GitHub, Claude Code / Bedrock and Splunk. Understanding of investment management domain with strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills. Ability to work well with both business managers and operations team, and ability to perform well under pressure, and deliver to tight deadlines. Knowledge of agile software development process/practices and familiarly with JIRA, Confluence, and other tools. Desirable - Knowledge and experience in Python programming, regulatory / transaction reporting domain knowledge. Languages Python & Java.AWS technologies Lambda (Python 3.7 and above), S3 buckets Step functions SNS/SQS GraphQL IAM Roles CloudWatch/CloudTrail CloudFormation AppSync Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

I am currently working with a public sector client who are actively seeking 3 SC Cleared Senior Python Developers with strong Django experience. What you'll need to succeed : Extensive (10 years +) Python Development experience, ideally within the public sector. Active SC clearance is highly desirable, minimum expectation is previous SC clearance that can be renewed. Extensive Django experience. Strong testing experience. What you'll get in return : Up to 800pd Umbrella. Hybrid working. Initial 6-month contract with extensions. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Software Developer - SC cleared Permanent Hybrid (willing to travel to Newcastle) Python AI BPSS We are looking for Software Developers with strong Python and AI experience to work at an early stage alongside enterprise architects and senior engineers. You will help research, design and prototype the foundations of a new service, with particular emphasis on automation, integration and inte click apply for full job details

Hybrid - within commuting distance of our Redcar Campus The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve teacher and leader development across the education system. A key part of that mission is our Teacher Education Dataset (TED), an ambitious data and research initiative focused on building better evidence about teacher development and what makes teaching impactful. By bringing together education, research and digital infrastructure, TED will support new insight into how teachers develop, improve and thrive across their careers. About the role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Software Engineer to join our TED team and play an important role in building and maintaining the technical infrastructure that supports TED. Working at the intersection of software engineering, data and research, the postholder will help develop secure, reliable and scalable systems that enable robust analysis and contribute to high-quality, evidence-informed improvement across the sector. Corporate responsibilities To ensure that the responsibilities of the role are carried out in a way which reflects the mission and the values of the NIoT. To be aware of and observe all policies, procedures, working practices and regulations, and in particular to comply with policies relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Confidentiality, Data Protection and Financial Regulations, reporting any concerns to an appropriate person. To comply with all reasonable management requests. Key responsibilities Design, develop, maintain and improve software and technical infrastructure that supports TED and related education research activity. Build secure, scalable and reliable systems that enable robust analysis of education and teacher development data. Apply software engineering and DevOps best practice to deliver high-quality, well-tested and maintainable technical solutions. Contribute to reproducible, transparent and efficient research workflows, pipelines and supporting tools. Work closely with developers, researchers and other colleagues to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical delivery. Contribute to architectural decisions and the ongoing improvement of platform design, developer experience, monitoring and software quality. Support the operation and maintenance of production systems and help troubleshoot issues where required. Produce and maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to wider project communication where appropriate. Contribute to a collaborative team environment, including supporting and mentoring colleagues where appropriate. Essential criteria Proven experience in software engineering, including building and maintaining production systems. Strong coding skills in relevant programming languages and experience of modern software development practices. Experience with version control, code review, testing and continuous integration. Ability to take ownership of complex technical systems, including feature development, maintenance and support. Strong technical judgement and problem-solving ability, including awareness of architectural trade-offs. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences. Commitment to quality, security, maintainability and continuous improvement. Interest in applying software engineering to education, data and evidence-informed improvement. Desirable criteria Experience with Python, JavaScript or similar languages. Experience of Linux, Docker, CI/CD and DevOps tooling. Experience of database design, optimisation or data pipeline development. Experience working with sensitive data or secure analytical environments. Experience of research platforms, reproducible analytics or trusted research infrastructure. Experience in education, public sector or data-rich research settings. Experience mentoring others and contributing to team-wide engineering practice. Key benefits Generous Annual Leave 27 days holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays). Flexible Working we offer flexible start and end working times, with hybrid working in place for all roles. Pension - Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Salary Sacrifice Schemes we offer salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, cars and tech! Lifestyle Benefits We offer discounts on gyms, cinema, retail and much more! Parenthood Leave We offer above the statutory minimum for maternity, adoption and paternity leave. Working Environment We have a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals. Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. Development: We fully support the development of our staff and ensure that you have high level of continuous professional development. We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. If you have any queries about this role, please contact our recruitment team. For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 1 June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children s Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.