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Software Engineering Tech Lead/Manager - Java, Javascript, ETL Up to £700 per day (Inside IR35) London/Hybrid (3 days per week on-site) This is a contract resource, so all candidates must come from a contracting background. My client is a high profile organisation … recruiting for a Software Engineering Tech Lead/Manager with experience of leading, coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers. This role will oversee the Development and maintenance of Technology products, with deep technical expertise across a range of technologies (Java, Javascript and Azure/ ...

Software Engineering Manager - Java, Javascript, Cloud Up to £850 per day (Inside IR35) London/Hybrid (3 days onsite) 6 months This is a contract resource, so all candidates must come from a contracting background. My client is an instantly recognisable firm who are urgently recruiting … Software Engineering Manager with experience of leading, coaching and managing large teams of Software Engineers. This role will oversee the Development teams of Engineers who are tasked with the Development and maintenance of Technology products.You will bring a passion for technology and deep technical expertise across ...

This is a unique opportunity to work across greenfield products, taking ideas from concept through to production. You'll be the team's primary software engineering specialist, building applied AI solutions, integrating LLMs, and developing scalable software products that support digital capability across government. Key Responsibilities * Design … build, and deploy end-to-end software solutions using modern engineering practices * Develop AI-enabled applications, integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) into production solutions * Work across the full software lifecycle, from discovery and prototyping through to deployment and iteration * Build frontend and backend components, APIs, databases ...

Head of Software Engineering (Hands on) My client is looking for head of software engineering to join their digital product team on a contract basis. This will suit someone who has experience of building and scaling teams from 0-1 sitting within a product engineering team. Whilst the team is being built this person needs to be hands-on. Experience Building and managing the following functions with software engineering: Front end, back end, integration's, mobile engineering. Technology stack: Kotlin multi-platform (KMP), React, Next JS, C#, .NET, Azure Cloud ...

Senior Engineering Manager (AI) Growing people, teams, and modern engineering capability in an AI-enabled world We're looking for a Senior Engineering Manager (AI) to support, grow, and enable high-performing engineering teams , with a strong focus on AI-assisted development, engineering acceleration … modern ways of working . This is a senior, people-focused leadership role for someone who brings deep credibility from a software engineering background and is ready to lead through coaching, influence, and judgement rather than hands-on delivery. You'll play a key role in shaping ...

Lead Backend Software Engineer – Data Services Federated Data Services | Distributed Systems | Apache Spark | DataFusion | Python | Kubernetes Location: London (2 days per week onsite) Rate: £700–£800 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: Initial 6-month contract with likely extension Overview We're looking for an experienced Lead Backend Software … high-profile programme building secure, cloud-native data services that will support data-driven research and innovation at national scale.This is a founding engineering role, offering the opportunity to shape the architecture, engineering standards, and core data services from the ground up. Working closely with the Engineering ...

Inside IR35 We're supporting a global, technology-led organisation undertaking a large-scale cloud data transformation programme. This isn't a traditional Data Engineering role. The organisation is modernising hundreds of complex data pipelines, establishing reusable engineering patterns and embedding engineering excellence across its Data function. … Staff-level engineer, you'll combine deep hands-on technical expertise with organisation-wide technical influence, helping shape how modern Data Engineering is delivered across multiple engineering teams. This is an opportunity to work on enterprise-scale data movement, cloud-native architectures and AI-assisted software engineering ...

enabled services, and automation solutions that deliver real business value. This role offers broad technical exposure, with responsibilities spanning front-end development, backend engineering, cloud-native architectures, APIs, databases, and AI integrations. You'll collaborate with product, architecture, engineering and business stakeholders to develop robust solutions while contributing … technical best practices, code quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain full-stack applications using modern software engineering practices Build and enhance scalable backend services, APIs and distributed systems Develop AI-powered features, workflows and automation capabilities across business applications Work across the entire ...

Senior JVM Software Engineer (Scala/Java) 6-12-month contract - Inside IR35 - up to £600 per day London based - hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite Finance sector - must have previous experience Overview Our client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a team building a distributed … financial indices and quantitative models. This is a business-critical platform operating within a high-performance financial services environment. This is primarily a backend engineering role, focused on designing and building new functionality rather than support or maintenance. Skills & Experience Strong senior-level software engineering background Significant ...

Robotics Software Engineer - Calibration Tooling (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - 1 day per week) or Germany (Hybrid - 1 day per week) Rate: Up to £750 per day Inside IR35 Contract: Initial 6 months An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading autonomous vehicle technology company looking for an experienced Robotics … Software Engineer to support the development of engineering tooling used across robotics calibration systems. This role is focused on building the software that enables robotics engineers to debug, investigate and understand calibration behaviour across complex autonomous systems. Rather than developing new robotics algorithms, you'll create ...

days per week on site £Negotiable rate (Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced Python Data Engineer to join a high-performing data engineering team, building and enhancing centralised data services used by quantitative researchers, traders and front-office teams. ***The ideal candidate will have experience in Hedge funds … Asset management or Investment banks*** ***As well as a good understanding of Quant engineering/Quant data groups, Fixed income, rates, FX, macro, trading or pricing environments*** This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing, developing and maintaining scalable data platforms, pipelines and services that deliver ...

SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED BRAND NEW OUTSIDE IR35 CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITH A LEADING NATIONAL SECURITY CONSULTANCY FOR AN AI SOFTWARE ENGINEER Contract opportunity for an AI Software Engineer Outside IR35 Day rate up to £650 Hybrid role - London Must hold active UKSV DV clearance To apply … please email or call WHO WE ARE? We are working with a specialist consultancy delivering cutting-edge AI and software solutions into the UK National Security and Defence sector. Due to continued growth and the expansion of several mission-critical programmes, we are looking for an experienced AI Software ...

SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED BRAND NEW OUTSIDE IR35 CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITH A LEADING NATIONAL SECURITY CONSULTANCY FOR AN AI SOFTWARE ENGINEER Contract opportunity for an AI Software Engineer Outside IR35 Day rate up to £650 Hybrid role - London Must hold active UKSV DV clearance To apply … please email or call 07704 152 640 WHO WE ARE? We are working with a specialist consultancy delivering cutting-edge AI and software solutions into the UK National Security and Defence sector. Due to continued growth and the expansion of several mission-critical programmes, we are looking ...

What You'll Be Doing - Provide technical leadership across AI-enabled software and DevOps engineering teams - Set architectural direction for API-first design, system integration, and platform enablement for AI - Lead the evolution of legacy or existing applications towards modern, service-based and API-driven architectures - Define … solutions meet appropriate standards for security, resilience, performance, and operability - Anticipate and manage architectural and operational risks associated with AI-enabled systems - Champion strong engineering practices across software development, DevOps, and platform engineering Your Experience To succeed in this role, you will bring: - A strong background ...

Working Environment You'll operate in production-focused environments where platform usability and operational excellence matter. The work sits at the intersection of platform engineering, DevOps and MLOps, with close collaboration across data science, ML engineering, software engineering and architecture. The role requires comfort working … workloads, and designing guardrails that balance flexibility for users with reliability, security and governance. What You'll Be Doing - Provide technical leadership across platform engineering, DevOps, and MLOps activities - Design, build, and operate a Kubernetes-based MLOps platform that supports the full model lifecycle - Implement and operate MLOps tooling ...

client has an exciting opportunity for a CRM Full Stack Software Engineer to join the team. Location: UK (Remote) Rate: Competitive Contract: Full-Time Contract (36 Months) About The Company Our client is an ambitious and fast-growing international technology/marketing business delivering innovative digital solutions that help … that support business growth and deliver exceptional customer experiences. As part of a significant technology programme, they are seeking an experienced CRM Full-Stack Software Engineer to join the development team on an initial 36 month contract. This role will play a key part in enhancing and scaling ...

Embedded Software Engineer We're seeking a talented engineer to join a world-leading navigation and maritime technology organisation, helping to develop the next generation of radar systems used across commercial and defence maritime environments worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of embedded software … contributing to innovative radar and navigation solutions that enhance safety, operational effectiveness, and mission success at sea. What You'll Be Doing Developing embedded software for next-generation radar and navigation products Working closely with software and hardware engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions Supporting system integration ...

Embedded Software Engineer We're seeking a talented engineer to join a world-leading navigation and maritime technology organisation, helping to develop the next generation of radar systems used across commercial and defence maritime environments worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of embedded software … contributing to innovative radar and navigation solutions that enhance safety, operational effectiveness, and mission success at sea. What You'll Be Doing Developing embedded software for next-generation radar and navigation products Working closely with software and hardware engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions Supporting system integration ...

opportunity. You will work closely with engineers, technical leaders, product and delivery colleagues, supporting teams as they learn, adapt and scale AI-enabled engineering practices. Success depends on judgement, empathy and clear communication as much as technical understanding. What You'll Be Doing - Provide leadership and support to engineering teams delivering AI-enabled products and platforms - Act as a visible engineering leader, shaping culture, collaboration and professional standards - Support the adoption of AI-assisted development practices to improve delivery and quality - Work with senior engineers and technical leads to influence technical decisions and delivery approaches - Help teams ...

seeking an experienced Lead Data Engineer with deep expertise in Python, Databricks and Spark to lead the delivery of large-scale data engineering initiatives. This is a unique opportunity for a technical leader who enjoys combining hands-on engineering with project delivery, team leadership and stakeholder engagement … opportunity to contribute to large-scale, business-critical data initiatives within a complex global environment. Description Lead the end-to-end delivery of data engineering projects, ensuring successful outcomes against business objectives, timelines and quality standards Design, develop and optimise scalable data pipelines using Python, Databricks and PySpark Build ...

Software Engineer Tech : AWS, NodeJS, TypeScript, JavaScript, ReactJS, React Native (back end leaning) Why? start-up financial services, revolutionising the industry Start : ASAP Inside IR35 £400 day rate Location : Hybrid - 1-3 days in the office (Central London) Our Client A start-up FinTech is launching credit card, personal … products to consumers. The organisation is committed to empowering individuals by enhancing their understanding and control of personal finance through clarity, intelligence, and technology. Software Engineer -Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain advanced applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. Guiding and develop ...

profile data and technology programme, providing hands-on architecture leadership across a complex enterprise environment. This is a delivery-focused role, working closely with software engineering, data engineering and business teams to design and implement enterprise-aligned data solutions. You will play a key role in ensuring … enabling them to guide delivery teams and make informed design decisions across a diverse technology landscape. Key Responsibilities Provide practical data architecture consultancy to software and data delivery teams. Design and review conceptual, logical and physical data models. Undertake data profiling and source system analysis, translating findings into actionable ...

Lead Software Engineer Hybrid 2 x PW in either London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff or Northeast (Darlington) Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced SC Lead Software Engineer within strong capabilites in Python & Django for a leading public sector organisation to support the design, development, and continuous improvement … secure, user-centred digital services. Working within a large-scale Agile environment, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable software solutions using Python and Django, while providing technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer to take ownership of complex ...

Full Stack Software Engineer Tech : AWS, NodeJS, TypeScript, JavaScript, ReactJS, React Native (back end leaning) Why? start-up financial services, revolutionising the industry Start : ASAP Inside IR35 £400 day rate Location : Hybrid - 1-3 days in the office (Central London) Our Client A start-up FinTech is launching credit … consumers. The organisation is committed to empowering individuals by enhancing their understanding and control of personal finance through clarity, intelligence, and technology. Full Stack Software Engineer -Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain advanced applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. Guiding and develop ...

global business and technology consultancy seeking a Software Engineer to support our client within the Defence and Secure Technology sector. This is an initial 6-month contract with potential to extend, offered on a hybrid basis in London with two days per week onsite. Candidates must be eligible … rapid prototyping. The position will contribute to the delivery of a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3 proof of concept, demonstrating how security-first engineering and emerging technologies such as AI can enhance collaboration and information sharing in high-trust, defence-aligned environments. This opportunity is well suited to engineers ...