p/d - Umbrella engagement - 6 - 12 month contract London or Hampshire based 2/3 days per week Champion modular SaaS adoption, API-first design, and cloud-native principles. Overview: To lead the design and delivery of our clients go-to digital and data platform for a key business area, using modular SaaS architecture - and the development … transformation goals and enterprise architecture principles. Architect a composable platform using best-of-breed SaaS solutions, microservices, and event-driven architecture. Champion modular SaaS adoption, API-first design, and cloud-native principles.Oversee integration strategies (e.g., iPaaS, APIs, messaging) to ensure seamless data and process flows Collaborate with C-level stakeholders, platform leadership peers and the team to translate … the talent, skills and behaviours required to ensure successful execution. Lead a team of solution architects and engineering leads across domains. Drive DevSecOps practices, CI/CD automation, and cloud-native engineering (preferably on Azure or AWS). Promote engineering best practices, code quality, and technical debt management. Ensure compliance with data protection (e.g., UK GDPR), security standards More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Robert Half
a critical engagement with a financial services start-up preparing for a banking licence application . This role focuses on producing clear, compliant technical documentation across a Kafka-based, cloud-native architecture to meet regulatory expectations. Assignment Overview Location : London (onsite/hybrid with developers) Duration : 3-6 months (extension likely) Day Rate : £600-£700/day via … to document: API governance Enterprise resilience Testing and security strategy Transaction monitoring processes Writing documentation from scratch where policies or controls are not formally documented Operating within a fully cloud-native , Kafka-based integration architecture Supporting the broader compliance and risk readiness agenda for a regulatory exam What We're Looking For Experienced Technical Author/Technical Writer … with proven delivery in banking or fintech Strong grasp of cloud-native architecture, API ecosystems , and ideally Kafka-based platforms Ability to work independently in a fast-moving, start-up style environment Confident communicator, capable of engaging directly with developers and architects Previous exposure to regulatory or audit-focused documentation is highly desirable Note: Associates will be required More ❯
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West, United Kingdom
Morson Talent
Cloud Security Architect (Azure) - £700 - £750 per day - Inside IR35 - Primarily remote with occasional site attendance in Gloucester - Contract until year end. My client, one of the UKs biggest producers of zero carbon electricity, is seeking a skilled Azure Cloud Security Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable solutions across complex hybrid environments. This is … an opportunity to shape the future of my clients cloud security posture during a significant digital transformation. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of secure architecture across Azure cloud and private data centre environments. Define and enforce security best practices for Azure tooling, cloud workloads, and infrastructure components. Architect solutions for large-scale data centre migrations … and greenfield deployments, including transformation from IaaS to PaaS/service compute. Oversee the deployment and optimisation of the Microsoft Defender Suite and cloud-native Azure security tooling. Design and manage network security components such as NSGs, network segmentation, VNet peering, and topology planning. Integrate security into development pipelines using DevSecOps approaches. Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, DevOps More ❯
Cloud Security Engineer (Azure/GCP) - Contract Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and manage cloud security policies and solutions for GCP and Azure environments. Configure and maintain security services and tools within Google Cloud Platform (e.g., Cloud IAM, Security Command Center, VPC Service Controls) and Azure/M365 (e.g., Azure Security Center, Azure AD, Microsoft Defender for … Cloud). Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing of cloud infrastructure and applications. Monitor cloud environments for security threats, anomalies, and incidents, and lead incident response efforts. Collaborate with development, operations, and compliance teams to integrate security best practices into the CI/CD pipeline and ensure secure configurations. Develop and enforce security policies … standards, and guidelines for cloud services, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal security frameworks. Provide expertise and guidance on data protection, network security, and identity and access management within cloud platforms. Preferably, assess and enhance the security of Salesforce, including data security, access controls, and compliance. Desirable Qualifications: 6+ years of experience in cloud security, information More ❯
Software Engineer (Cloud & DevOps) | Glasgow (5 days a week onsite) | 6-month contract | £400-600 (Inside IR35) Location: Glasgow Duration: 6-months Rate: £400-600 We're looking for a Software Engineer with a strong development background, particularly in Java and Spingboot, to support cloud-native app development and infrastructure on Azure. This is a hands-on … role blending DevOps expertise (Terraform, CI/CD, Jenkins) with backend app support in a cloud-first environment. What you'll do: Develop and maintain Java/Springboot apps in a cloud-native setup Build and manage infrastructure using Terraform in Azure Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins preferred) Collaberate with development and infrastructure … teams to deploy and optimise applications Support cloud integration and environment automation What you'll bring: Strong expeirence in Java and Springboot Proven skills in Terraform, Jenkins and pipeline automation Solid understanding of Azure cloud services and deployments Background in DevOps or engineering with a development mindset On-site availability in Glasgow, 5 days a week Experience in More ❯
Sanderson are seeking a seasoned Infrastructure Architect to lead a complex and high-impact on-premise to cloud migration for a major financial services organisation. With the end of a strategic data centre hosting contract approaching in Summer 2027, our client is accelerating plans to modernise their estate - migrating a large, mixed portfolio of applications to cloud or … migration strategies that align with the organisation's future-state architecture - including AWS and Azure. Key Responsibilities Lead architectural assessment and strategy for migrating legacy and mainframe applications to cloud platforms. Evaluate applications for multiple migration paths: decommissioning, replatforming, rewriting, SaaS replacement, or mainframe lift-and-shift. Analyse technical stacks and integrations (CICS COBOL, IMS, VSAM, QSAM, relational databases … flat file systems). Collaborate with application and infrastructure SMEs to define optimal target platforms and integration strategies. Provide architectural guidance on cloud-native solutions, including AWS Lambda, ECS/EKS, RDS, S3, EFS, and containerised/serverless platforms. Explore use of mainframe migration tooling, cloud-based COBOL runtimes, and compiler compatibility. Support migration of storage (NAS More ❯
Software Engineer (Cloud & DevOps) | Glasgow (5 days a week onsite) | 6-month contract | £400-600 (Inside IR35) Location: Glasgow Duration: 6-months Rate: £400-600 We're looking for a Software Engineer with a strong development background, particularly in Java and Spingboot, to support cloud-native app development and infrastructure on Azure. This is a hands-on … role blending DevOps expertise (Terraform, CI/CD, Jenkins) with backend app support in a cloud-first environment. What you'll do: Develop and maintain Java/Springboot apps in a cloud-native setup Build and manage infrastructure using Terraform in Azure Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins preferred) Collaberate with development and infrastructure … teams to deploy and optimise applications Support cloud integration and environment automation What you'll bring: Strong expeirence in Java and Springboot Proven skills in Terraform, Jenkins and pipeline automation Solid understanding of Azure cloud services and deployments Background in DevOps or engineering with a development mindset On-site availability in Glasgow, 5 days a week Experience in More ❯
services around Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) . The Service Designer needs network, SASE and Cyber Security experience. Youll be leading the enhancement of the existing Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MDCA) service model to support the implementation of Dynamic Trust Service Edge (DTSE), enabling modern, cloud-native access with strong Zero Trust principles. KEY RESPOSNIBILITES: Service … Design & Operational Modelling Lead the service design for SASE and DTSE capabilities Design and implement cloud-based application access control mechanisms to enable secure, scalable access to modern applications. Develop Zero Trust-based solutions to replace traditional remote access technologies such as VPN, proxies, and Citrix. Establish real-time, posture-aware access policies that adapt to user context, device … of the MDCA service model (including OIT Infra and SSO) and define necessary enhancements. Design operational processes , assess business impact, and model org changes. Work with stakeholders across infrastructure, cloud security, identity, and application teams. Map and document onboarding flows and use cases for both legacy and modern applications. Ensure technical and business alignment across the project. Support financial More ❯
Transformation Location: Blackpool Job Type: Contract (Hybrid) - 6 months intially About the Role: We are looking for a hands-on SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong experience in Azure cloud migration , particularly someone who has helped transform legacy SQL Server environments into modern, cloud-native, serverless architectures . This is a transformation-focused role . You'll … deep knowledge of traditional environments. Strong practical experience migrating legacy SQL workloads to Azure. Solid understanding of Azure SQL Database , Managed Instances , and serverless options. Experience designing or supporting cloud-native or serverless data architectures. Familiarity with Azure Data Migration Services , Azure Monitor , and cloud security best practices . Strong T-SQL skills and proven experience with More ❯
Transformation Location: Blackpool Job Type: Contract (Hybrid) - 6 months intially About the Role: We are looking for a hands-on SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong experience in Azure cloud migration , particularly someone who has helped transform legacy SQL Server environments into modern, cloud-native, serverless architectures . This is a transformation-focused role . You'll … deep knowledge of traditional environments. Strong practical experience migrating legacy SQL workloads to Azure. Solid understanding of Azure SQL Database , Managed Instances , and serverless options. Experience designing or supporting cloud-native or serverless data architectures. Familiarity with Azure Data Migration Services , Azure Monitor , and cloud security best practices . Strong T-SQL skills and proven experience with More ❯
Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
iDPP
About the Role Join a high-impact digital transformation programme with a leading UK telecom provider. We are seeking an experienced Node.js Backend Engineer to design, build, and scale cloud-native Back End systems. You'll be contributing to a cutting-edge platform in a collaborative, agile environment. Key Responsibilities Design and develop scalable microservices using Node.js on … Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Build and manage RESTful and GraphQL APIs using OpenAPI 3.0, Swagger, and YAML. Implement custom API policies using Node.js, JavaScript, or Python. Deploy and manage containerized services with Docker and Kubernetes. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using GitHub, GitLab, Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet. Ensure application security (OAuth 2.0, OIDC, CSRF, CORS, cookie management … blocking I/O. Deep understanding of microservices architecture and related patterns (API Gateway, Sidecar, Service Discovery). Experience with Fastify or similar Node.js frameworks. Proficiency with containerization and cloud-native deployment. Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (eg Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD workflows). Solid grasp of application and API security best practices. Ability to mentor More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Lorien
We are looking for an experienced Senior to Lead-level Backend Software Engineer to join our team on a 6-month contract. You'll be working on a modern, cloud-native platform, helping to build and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring technologies. This is a hands-on engineering role with opportunities to influence architecture and … experience with Java 8, 17, and 21 Deep understanding of Spring Boot and Spring Framework Proficient in unit testing and behavior-driven development (BDD) Solid experience with AWS and cloud-native development Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerization (e.g., Docker) Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or lead a small team Nice to Have More ❯
cross-platform solution designs. Lead the architecture and engineering of various architectures, including n-tier, micro services-based applications and event-driven architectures on both on-premises and AWS cloud, leveraging various PaaS/SaaS services including Lambda, API Gateway, Step Functions, Event Bridge, Aurora, DynamoDB, ECS, etc., to support large scale, high-throughput applications and enable real-time … in Java/AWS micro service architecture. * Strong understanding of micro services architecture and RESTful APIs. * Proficient in relational and databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB). * Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS & GCP). * Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Knowledge of design patterns, OOP principles, and clean code practices. * Experience with Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines & Terraform. … stakeholder management skills. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: (As applicable) * Experience with asynchronous programming (e.g., asyncio, Celery). * Exposure to message brokers like SQS/SNS. * Certifications in cloud technologies or architecture (AWS/Azure Architect, TOGAF, etc.). * Experience/Understanding about integration patterns etc. * Proficient in java versions: JDK 17/21 with strong background OOP More ❯
Software Engineer (Cloud & DevOps) | Glasgow (On-site, 5 days a week) | 6 months | £400-£550/day (Inside IR35) Our client is looking for a Software Engineer with a strong DevOps and cloud-native development background. This role is fully on site in Glasgow so you must be able to be commute or relocate. If you have … banking/large enterprise background- this'll be perfect for you. You'll work at the intersection of Java application development and infrastructure automation, helping to deploy, and maintain cloud- based services in Azure using tools like Terraform and Jenkins. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain scalable applications using Java and Spring Boot Build and manage infrastructure as code using … Terraform in Azure Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines, preferably with Jenkins Collaborate across development and infrastructure teams to deploy, automate, and optimize applications Support cloud integration, environment automation, and release readiness Must have's: Strong hands on experience in Java and Spring Boot development Proven experience with Terraform, CI/CD and automation pipelines (Jenkins preferred More ❯
Manchester, North West, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
in Java/AWS micro service architecture. *Strong understanding of micro services architecture and RESTful APIs. *Proficient in relational and databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB). *Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS & GCP). *Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). *Knowledge of design patterns, OOP principles, and clean code practices. *Experience with Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines & Terraform. … communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: *Experience with asynchronous programming (e.g., asyncio, Celery). *Exposure to message brokers like SQS/SNS. *Certifications in cloud technologies or architecture (AWS/Azure Architect, TOGAF, etc.). *Experience/Understanding about integration patterns etc. *Proficient in java versions: JDK 17/21 with strong background OOP … concept by working on various stages of System Development Life Cycle. Tech Stack: *Java/J2EE 21, Python, 3.11 Springboot, Micronaut, Dropwizard, GraphQL, API Design. *N-tier, Cloud- native, Server less, Micro service, Event-Driven architecture. *TOGAF 9, Agile, Incremental, Waterfall, TDD, DDD, BDD. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally More ❯
years applied experience Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.) Practical cloudnative experience across Internal and External Cloud Providers Experience of Infrastructure as Code Providers e.g. Terraform, and their … Deployment Problems within the cluster.? Experience developing automated solutions and scripts using Python to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention. Experience deploying, managing, and optimizing infrastructure on AWS Cloud, including familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and RD Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and More ❯
Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Queen Square Recruitment Limited
are seeking an exceptionally experienced Security Architect to join a major transformation programme in the financial services sector . This is a hands-on, strategic role that involves shaping cloud security architecture, influencing senior stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with strict regulatory and risk frameworks across European jurisdictions. Youll be at the forefront of enterprise-scale cloud initiatives, working … industries in the world. Why This Role is Unique Step into a mission-critical role influencing the security posture of a major financial player. Collaborate on high-scale, multi-cloud projects using cutting-edge technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP). Be part of a forward-thinking environment focused on automation, DevSecOps, and cloud-native security. Key Responsibilities Define … and lead the enterprise-wide cloud security architecture strategy. Act as a trusted security advisor to senior leadership and engineering teams. Guide the design and integration of secure solutions across applications, infrastructure, and data platforms. Perform threat modelling, architecture reviews, and propose mitigation strategies. Ensure alignment with European regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, PSD2, DORA, NIS2). Embed DevSecOps into More ❯
London, South East, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Become
We're Hiring: DevOps Engineer - Centre of Excellence (Cloud/CI/CD/Automation) Location: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid - Minimum 2 days onsite/week)?? Start Date: Immediate? Engagement Type: Contract - Outside IR35 , 12-month initial term (with potential for extension or permanent employment) Industry: Financial Services/Technology Consulting About the Role We are seeking a highly … for delivering secure, scalable, and production-grade digital platforms across multiple client engagements in the financial services sector. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong experience in cloud infrastructure , CI/CD pipelines , and infrastructure as code , who thrives in collaborative, high-accountability environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in enabling continuous delivery, platform … reliability, and engineering excellence across the CoE. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and reliable software delivery Build and manage cloud-native infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools Collaborate with engineering teams to automate deployment, monitoring, and scaling of applications Ensure platform security, compliance, and observability More ❯
join a forward-thinking company that places a strong emphasis on system availability, stability, and innovation.As a hands-on DevOps Engineer, you'll be instrumental in managing and optimising cloud infrastructure in AWS. You'll work across multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient systems. This role offers the chance … ll Need to Succeed To excel in this role, you'll bring a strong technical foundation and a collaborative, proactive mindset. Key requirements include: Proven experience with AWS and cloud-native technologies Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Kubernetes, EKS, Docker) Experience with Helm Charts, Linkerd, and serverless architectures Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) CI More ❯
a forward-thinking company that places a strong emphasis on system availability, stability, and innovation. As a hands-on DevOps Engineer, you'll be instrumental in managing and optimising cloud infrastructure in AWS. You'll work across multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient systems. This role offers the chance … ll Need to Succeed To excel in this role, you'll bring a strong technical foundation and a collaborative, proactive mindset. Key requirements include: Proven experience with AWS and cloud-native technologies Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Kubernetes, EKS, Docker) Experience with Helm Charts, Linkerd, and serverless architectures Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) CI More ❯
enhancement, support, and maintenance of software components that empower business and operations functions. Your expertise will shape complex applications and drive the adoption of emerging technologies across On-prem, Cloud, and Hybrid architectures. Required Qualifications: Experience in building and maintaining high-performance applications. Experience in a highly Agile continuous integration and continuous deployment environment within commercial banking sector is … Spring Boot, Mule, web Services, Kafka, SQL & PL/SQL (Oracle) Strong knowledge of XML, JSON and its usage within API and Microservice implementations at scale. Significant expertise in cloud-native deployment using OpenShift, Kubernetes or any one the container platform. Experience maintaining on-premises environments, containerized applications and hybrid cloud solutions. Experience using leading app servers … and integration technologies like Mule ESB, Any point Platform, MQ, Kafka. Experience in Splunk, Dynatrace or AppDynamics (APM tools). Proven ability to leverage knowledge of infrastructure automation, DevOps, cloud technologies and platform architecture to build resilient, scalable and maintainable solutions Experience implementing best practices, optimizing performance, ensuring compliance with security standards, and providing leadership to the engineering team More ❯
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Security Architect – AWS Cloud | Inside IR35Location: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite in [City]) Contract Length: 6 months (likely extension) Engagement Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate: £[Competitive] per dayWe’re looking for a talented Security Architect with a strong background in AWS cloud security to join a high-impact project within a leading [industry/sector] organisation. This is … a fantastic opportunity for someone with 5+ years of experience in security architecture to shape and secure cloud environments at scale. Key Responsibilities Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on AWS aligned with business and compliance needs. Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and security reviews across cloud-native platforms. Collaborate with DevOps, engineering, and compliance teams to … embed security best practices. Define and maintain security policies, standards, and reference architectures. Support incident response and cloud forensics as needed. Ensure alignment with security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS). Essential Skills 5+ years in security architecture roles, with a strong AWS focus. Deep knowledge of AWS services (IAM, KMS, VPC, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, etc.). Experience with More ❯
Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy LangGraph-based agentic systems that orchestrate LLM-driven tools and workflows. Build and integrate modular AI agents capable of real-world task execution in cloud-native environments. Collaborate with product managers, solution architects, and other engineers to design end-to-end LLM-powered experiences for internal and customer-facing applications. Utilize AWS services … CD, and GitOps practices. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience designing and scaling multi-agent systems or tool-augmented LLM workflows. Familiarity with secure cloud development practices and IAM role design. Understanding of LLM fine-tuning, embeddings, vector stores (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS, OpenSearch). Exposure to contact centre automation, conversational agents, or RAG pipelines. More ❯
