Rate: £550 per day (umbrella) Our client, a forward-thinking organisation, is looking for a passionate and skilled DevOps Engineer to join their dynamic Systems Engineering team. Reporting to the Head of Systems Engineering, you will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and managing both cloud and … on-premise infrastructures, tooling, and systems that support our development teams. Key Responsibilities: Infrastructure Design & Deployment : Architect and deploy scalable, high-performance systems that align with the organisation's long-term operational and business objectives. Performance Monitoring : Continuously monitor, analyse, and enhance the reliability of large-scale distributedsystems to ensure seamless uptime and operational efficiency. Automation Solutions : Develop automation solutions for configuration management, system provisioning, and deployment, significantly streamlining operations and minimising manual processes. Security Compliance : Implement and maintain robust security protocols, ensuring that systems comply with regulatory standards and best practises, including data More ❯
Experience Strong knowledge of Java 11+ and modern Java frameworks Experience writing efficient, scalable, and high-performance Java applications Familiarity with multithreading, concurrency, and distributed computing Big Data & DistributedSystems Knowledge: Strong understanding of how distributedsystems function, particularly in large-scale data environments Hands More ❯
plymouth, south west england, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Ocho
development lifecycle from architecture and design to deployment and monitoring Driving technical and architectural decisions that enhance the scalability, security, and efficiency of backend systems Leading and mentoring junior engineers, fostering best practices and high-quality code standards Optimizing system performance for large-scale, data-intensive applications Collaborating with … have: 5+ years of backend development experience in Java or Go A strong background in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Experience working with distributedsystems, event-driven architectures, and microservices Deep understanding of data-intensive systems (databases, messaging systems, event-driven processing) A solid grasp More ❯
plymouth, south west england, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Ocho
with CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment workflows Experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure) Strong understanding of system design, APIs, and distributedsystems Collaborative mindset, comfortable working with remote teams across time zones Desirable Skills: Familiarity with containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with messaging systemsMore ❯
and deploy scalable, high-performance software in alignment with our operational and business goals. Monitor and enhance the performance and reliability of large-scale distributed software platforms. Develop automation solutions for configuration management, system provisioning, and deployment. Conduct security testing to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. …/programming languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell. Experience with test-driven development and behaviour-driven development practises. Deep understanding of large-scale distributedsystems and network architectures. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and perform root cause analysis. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective More ❯
plymouth, south west england, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Ocho
and scalable architecture. Were hiring for Principal and Staff-level Engineers with deep Python and AWS expertise engineers who think beyond code to shape systems, influence decisions, and mentor others. You'll be instrumental in evolving a platform that digitises complex workflows and surfaces operational insights in real time. … What Youll Be Doing Architecting and building production-grade backend services and APIs using Python (Django or Flask). Designing distributedsystems on AWS, with performance, resilience, and scalability top of mind. Leading by example through clean code, mentoring, and clear technical direction. Owning CI/CD workflows … AWS and modern infrastructure tooling (Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes). Experience delivering microservices, REST APIs, and serverless or container-based architectures. Track record of owning systems end-to-end, including monitoring, alerting, and zero-downtime releases. CI/CD fluency Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI or similar. Strong communication and mentorship More ❯
plymouth, south west england, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Ocho
term buildout. The immediate need is for a hands-on Senior Backend Developer with strong experience in serverless AWS architecture, Python-based microservices, and distributed systems. You'll join a remote-first team that spans across the US, and the UK, collaborating through Slack and working with autonomy and … and event-driven infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop cloud-native backend services using Python and AWS Lambda * Build scalable microservices and event-driven systems using SQS, SNS, and EventBridge * Contribute to API development (REST/GraphQL) and data integration pipelines * Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architecture and … a SaaS or cloud-first environment * Strong Python backend development experience * Deep understanding of AWS serverless tools (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, etc.) * Experience building distributedsystems and event-driven architecture * Familiarity with GraphQL APIs and scalable API design * Exposure to cloud observability (tracing, metrics, logging) and DevOps workflows More ❯
a contract basis. This company is renowned for its engineering excellence, and they're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who can take their distributedsystems to the next level. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be working on mission-critical, data-intensive applications that push the … reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing. Senior Backend Engineer (Go) - Key Requirements: Significant professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on backend systems Proficiency in Go/Golang and proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker Experience with end-to-end software engineering, including system design and More ❯
plymouth, south west england, united kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
MCS Group
a microservices environment. Strong background in AWS (Lambda, ECS, DynamoDB, S3, etc.) and cloud-native architecture. A track record of building and scaling complex distributed systems. Leadership experience with a passion for developing others and promoting engineering excellence. A proactive mindset, strong problem-solving ability, and a love for More ❯
Do you dream in Java? Do you get excited about distributedsystems? Does the idea of tackling greenfield projects make you excited? The Gig: Were on a mission to build a next-levelplatforma mix of shiny new greenfield work and some exciting enhancements to existing systems. No boring More ❯