1 to 25 of 30 Contract Technical Leadership Jobs in the South East

seeking an experienced Java Lead to design, develop and deliver enterprise-grade applications within a complex global delivery environment. The role requires strong technical leadership across Java/J2EE, Spring Boot and microservices architecture, alongside the ability to mentor distributed teams and collaborate effectively with client architects … third-party vendors. The successful candidate will drive technical excellence, ensure adherence to best practice and support high-quality delivery within agreed timelines. Key Responsibilities Design and implement scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot Lead architecture and design reviews, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards Drive code quality, performance ...

Lead Technical Architect Clearance Required: DV An opportunity is available for an experienced Lead Technical Architect to lead technical delivery across a large, complex and mission critical environment. This role requires a strong technology leader with proven experience delivering IaaS, PaaS and Workplace services within secure environments. … will act as the technical lead across delivery teams, shaping strategy, roadmap and architectural direction while ensuring governance and compliance standards are maintained. The Role - Lead Technical Architect You will lead a multi-skilled agile team across security, service and management disciplines. Team collaboration and delivery control ...

About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking an AI Chatbot Technical Lead to work for our client within the education sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based … London. Our client is seeking a hands-on AI Chatbot Technical Lead to drive the development and enhancement of their Service Management Chatbot. This is a key role for someone with deep technical expertise in Python, LangChain, and OpenAI services, particularly within Azure environments. You will lead ...

Role: Technical Architect SC or DV Clearance Hybrid work model OUTSIDE IR35 Job Requirements Spec: - end-to-end technical leadership, architecture, and delivery oversight of Network Detection & Response (NDR) and Extended Detection & Response (XDR) solutions using Darktrace and Microsoft Defender - secure, scalable, and successful implementation of advanced … response capability, and support a modern security operations function. - close collaboration with cybersecurity, infrastructure, networking, SOC analysts, service owners, and senior stakeholders to align technical designs with security strategy, operating models, and business needs. - definition of the target architecture for Darktrace NDR and Microsoft Defender XDR across on-premises ...

experience, driving strategic architecture, designing scalable communication frameworks, and enabling digital transformation within a modern telecom ecosystem. This role requires a strong blend of technical leadership, architectural design, and domain expertise across OSS, automation, analytics, and AI-driven operational models. Key Responsibilities Lead design of solutions leveraging Intelligent … Operations, Data Engineering, Automation COE, and Enterprise Architecture. Engage with business stakeholders to convert operational pain points into architecture-led solutions. Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise 15+ years of experience in Telecom OSS architecture, design, and solution delivery. Strong hands-on understanding of Intelligent Automation Platforms (e.g., Pega, UiPath ...

Technical Lead (Asset Management) 6 Month Contract London (Hybrid) Via Umbrella Our UK leading Life insurance client are looking for a Technical Lead to join their team on an initial 6-month contract. Key skills/knowledge required: Deep knowledge of trading workflows, trade lifecycle events … leading development teams in financial services Experience working directly with business and front-office stakeholders Track record of designing and delivering high-quality, scalable technical solutions Experience in SQL, Python, Snowflake, and AWS within data-intensive, cloud-based environments Desirable: Specific experience with Aladdin, Murex, Charles River or other ...

skills, including overlay/underlay network understanding. Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments. Experience with automation and monitoring platforms. Ability to work independently, set technical direction, and mentor others. Tools Netbox/Nautobot Prometheus/VictoriaMetrics Salt Networking (either one of the following) EVPN Segment routing (significant MPLS depth … manage outages, and provide expert guidance during high-pressure situations. Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex issues across routing, switching, firewalling, and wireless domains. Technical Leadership: Set technical direction, mentor junior engineers, and foster a culture of operational excellence. 24/7 Operations: Participate in a shift ...

Overview We are seeking a highly experienced BigID Architect to join a large-scale data, AI, and information protection programme. This role requires deep technical expertise in BigID, strong architectural capability, and the seniority to operate in a complex, enterprise environment undergoing organisational and operating model change. The successful … role in designing, implementing, and scaling BigID across the organisation, working closely with security, data, and engineering stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Act as the BigID technical and solution architect, owning end-to-end design and implementation Define and deliver BigID architecture, including data discovery, classification, privacy, and governance use cases ...

Data Architect/Technical Data Architect/Senior Data Architect/Lead Data Architect The client is are searching for multiple experienced Data Architect's to play a key role in a large-scale organisational transformation focused on significantly improving enterprise data capabilities. This role will shape the target … will help define the future-state data ecosystem and ensure architectural alignment across multiple transformation initiatives. This is a highly impactful role, combining architecture leadership with hands-on technical architecture work, alongside collaboration across delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver the enterprise data architecture vision as part ...

automated testing, and SRE practices. One Team Lead also required to lead the team of 4 who can demonstrate a background in the following: Technical leadership and architecture Delivery ownership AI/ML solution stewardship People leadership Stakeholder and product partnership Controls and governance ...

HubSpot ecosystem, bringing previously external-managed systems fully in-house. This role combines backend development, integrations, and stakeholder collaboration, giving you real technical leadership and system ownership from day one. Key Responsibilities: Lead the CDM platform (70%) and HubSpot system (30%) Take over HubSpot maintenance, expansion, and integrations … Mentor engineers and shape team practices Drive architecture and integration decisions across multiple services Team Environment: Distributed across UK & Poland Key stakeholders: Architect, Engineering leadership, Delivery, Commercial team Hybrid environment with flexible UK/EU remote options; Holborn office optional Required Skills & Experience Must-have: Node.js/TypeScript/ ...

Java/Python, Cloud & AI) Location : London (5 days in office) Duration 12 months Competitive Day Rate (Inside IR35) Key Expectations from the role: Technical leadership and architecture Delivery ownership AI/ML solution stewardship People leadership Stakeholder and product partnership Controls and governance Key Skills: Expert ...

EngineeringA leading organisation within the Defence and advanced engineering sector is looking for an experienced SAP PEO Solution Architect to provide strategic guidance and technical leadership across a complex manufacturing transformation programme. This role requires an expert who can shape solution direction, define technical requirements, and ensure … shopfloor systems.What you'll be doing Acting as the strategic advisor for SAP PEO within a highly complex engineering and manufacturing environment. Leading technical solution requirement definition, ensuring alignment with business and programme objectives. Designing end-to-end technical solution architecture across SAP PEO, S/4HANA ...

business as they strengthen their senior engineering capability across core backend platforms and data systems. They're hiring 2x Senior Backend Engineers to take technical ownership across a complex CMS, data platforms and integration-heavy services. These are hands-on senior roles focused on delivery, architecture, and mentoring within … requirement. The RoleYou'll be working across Node.js and TypeScript services that power multiple websites, internal tools and commercial data platforms. This is a technical leadership position without line management, suited to engineers who can drive system design decisions while remaining hands-on. You'll contribute across backend ...

support. Experience supporting events or live operational environments. Comfortable delivering on-site, user-facing IT support. Skills & Attributes: Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. Strong troubleshooting skills across macOS, iOS, and Windows environments. Calm and service-oriented under pressure. Highly organised with strong … attention to detail. Team-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Bonus Skills: Infrastructure design experience, developing network policies and architecture. Technical leadership capabilities, mentoring junior engineers. Knowledge of system security and monitoring best practises. Ability to produce detailed technical documentation and operational manuals. ...

Role: Technical Architect SC or DV Clearance Hybrid work model OUTSIDE IR35 Job Requirements Spec: - end-to-end technical leadership, architecture, and delivery oversight of Network Detection & Response (NDR) and Extended Detection & Response (XDR) solutions using Darktrace and Microsoft Defender - secure, scalable, and successful implementation of advanced ...

implementing, and optimizing ServiceNow ITOM Event Management solutions using best practices. Captures business needs, develops architecture, integrates with monitoring systems, and acts as a technical SME and thought leader. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture, configuration, and deployment of ServiceNow Event Management, integrating with tools like SolarWinds, Splunk, AppDynamics using … dashboards including alert console, service health, and impact maps. Ensure CMDB and CSDM model integrity; manage Discovery scheduling and assess potential network impact. Provide technical leadership during complex, multi-tier, multi-tenant implementations focusing on system integration, governance, and platform best practices. Translate functional and technical requirements ...

London, Outside IR35 £500-£600 per day This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-moving engineering function at a pivotal moment of technical uplift. They are investing heavily in strengthening their core platforms and commercial data systems, creating a strong mandate for senior engineers to step … teams across the UK and Europe, they are building scalable platforms that support a variety of customer-facing and internal products. Engineering quality, strong technical leadership, and delivery excellence are central to their transformation. Contractors join at a time when technical ownership is expanding in-house, creating ...

technology roadmaps Shape and lead the enterprise architecture strategy for the Line of Business (LoB), contributing to divisional and corporate planning Provide authoritative technical leadership across infrastructure, cloud, data, applications, and security domains Chair Product Design Reviews across the Engineering Unit and LoB, ensuring alignment with strategic goals … external engagement at senior levels Deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, MODAF, NAF) and their application in secure, complex environments Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at government and executive levels Proven ability to lead architectural governance and ensure secure-by-design principles ...

deployments using GitLab Read, understand, and review deployment code and automation scripts to ensure secure implementation Produce architecture documentation , standards, and design artefacts Provide technical leadership and guidance across multiple projects Mandatory Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Network Security Architect or Senior Network Security Engineer/DevOps ...

This role focuses on developing high-performing, scalable iOS solutions using modern frameworks and Agile methodologies. As a subject matter expert, you will drive technical decisions, mentor junior developers, and ensure the seamless integration of complex components across multiple teams. Key Responsibilities: Expert Development: Design, code, and enhance custom … applications using modern frameworks (Swift/SwiftUI). Technical Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert, leading team decisions and providing solutions to complex problems across multiple workstreams. Quality Assurance: Conduct rigorous code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain high engineering standards. Collaboration: Work closely with cross ...

service catalogue to guide internal consumers toward the appropriate storage platform. Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, governance, and best practices. Provide technical leadership and consultancy across cloud storage strategy and implementation. Essential Skills & Experience Strong Microsoft Azure architecture and implementation expertise. Proven experience with Azure NetApp … Files (ANF). Experience with NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP (CVO). Enterprise-level stakeholder engagement and consulting experience. Ability to translate business requirements into technical architecture. Desirable Skills Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform preferred). Hybrid cloud and on-prem storage integration experience. Experience working within large enterprise ...

echocardiography reporting, integrating Ultralinq with PAS and Trust systems via Mirth Integration Engine. The programme is clinically critical and delivery-focused, requiring strong technical leadership alongside robust clinical safety and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery Own delivery from initiation through to operational handover and hypercare … Vendor & Stakeholder Management Manage delivery across multiple suppliers and Trust stakeholders Support Trust onboarding, HL7 validation, and go-live readiness Essential Skills & Experience Proven leadership of healthcare integration or digital health programmes Strong HL7 v2 and Mirth Integration Engine expertise Experience delivering middleware-driven integrations Solid understanding of clinical ...

Spring best practices, React, and cloud/data services including SNS, SQS, S3, Aurora/PostgreSQL, and OpenSearch Excellent communication skills. Nice to have: Technical leadership with the ability to identify delivery inefficiencies, escalate issues, and drive value. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency ...

applications. Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure hardware meets stringent security standards. Conducting performance analysis and optimisation of existing hardware. Preparing detailed technical documentation and reports. Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standards. Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers. Collaborating with … hardware design and development tools and methodologies. Strong understanding of electronic circuits, systems, and components. Experience with performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimisation. Excellent technical documentation and reporting skills. Ability to work under strict security protocols and handle sensitive information. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Effective communication ...