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As a Software Developer, you'll: Help us to develop high-quality software Support the delivery of a robust and secure service Follow development best-practice, including regular pair programming and test-driven development Help us maintain a live service, keeping it reliable and secure through monitoring and active management of the production infrastructure Become a domain expert and contribute to the direction of the product and wider government services Build up a robust automated test suite to support our continuous deployment environment Work collaboratively with a range of disciplines including product managers, designers and user researchers, as well as other developers, to meet the needs of users of the service Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team, both developers and non-developers, as well as across the wider development community

As a Test Engineer within the Welsh Revenue Authority’s (WRA) Digital team, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and resilience of our cloud services. You will work across the full testing lifecycle, applying both manual and automated testing techniques to validate user focused solutions that support tax administration in Wales. You will collaborate closely with developers, analysts, and delivery teams in an agile environment to embed testing early and effectively. Your work will directly contribute to the delivery of secure, accessible, and robust services that meet the needs of our users. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking organisation where you will be supported to grow your skills, contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, and make a meaningful impact on public services in Wales. "At the WRA, we take quality seriously. As Test Manager, I’m proud to work alongside developers, analysts, and delivery teams to build resilient, cloud-based digital services that support new Welsh taxes. It’s a truly collaborative effort — and an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.” Ruchi Dhamija, Test Manager Candidate Information Session If this seems like a role you’d be interested in, join us for our virtual Candidate Information Sessions. You’ll meet the Line Manager, get an overview of the role as well a feeling for what it’s like to work at the WRA. We’ll also talk through our benefits and provide helpful tips for your application with us. Please register for one of the sessions below: Register here for 12.30pm 13th January 2026: Register here for 16.00pm 13th January 2026:

What You'll Do Work in a cross-functional Agile team to design, develop, and deploy solutions. Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver secure, reliable systems. Automate workflows and improve deployment processes. Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and production environments. Contribute to continuous improvement and share knowledge with the team. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in DevOps and security. What We're Looking For Experience in DevOps or DevSecOps environments. Strong skills in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible). Proficiency in CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI). Solid understanding of Linux systems and scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python). Familiarity with security principles , SIEM/SOC tools, or incident response. Knowledge of networking fundamentals and APIs. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Nice to Have Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Exposure to monitoring tools (Grafana, Datadog). Cloud certifications or security accreditations. Understanding of Agile methodologies. Interest in automation, security testing, or threat detection. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Key Responsibilities 1. Delivery and Velocity Leadership. Accelerating Flow : Systematically identify, analyse, and remove technical debt and bottlenecks within the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline , focusing on optimising engineering practices to significantly increase delivery velocity across all Agile teams and value streams and digital services. Execution Governance: Ensure that engineering teams operate effectively within the Agile structure, supporting key delivery roles (e.g., Delivery Managers, Product Owners) to achieve frequent, reliable, and high-quality releases. Engineering Tooling: Own the strategy and lifecycle management of core engineering platforms, CI/CD tooling, observability, and testing frameworks to maximise developer productivity and automation. 2. Technical Standards and Assurance (In partnership with the CTO and Chief Information & Security Officer (CISO). Standards Adherence: Work collaboratively with the CTO, who defines the target technical architecture and standards, to establish robust mechanisms for the governance and consistent application of these standards by all engineers. Technical Integrity: Be accountable for the technical integrity, quality, security, and sustainability of the entire digital estate, ensuring all services are built to be secure, resilient, and scalable by default. Security & Compliance: Ensure all infrastructure-as-code and development practices align strictly with Cabinet Office security policies and government-wide technical mandates. 3. Head of Profession & Capability Management. Professional Strategy: Act as the strategic Head of Profession for the Engineering Development (e.g., Software, Data, DevOps) and Infrastructure (e.g., Cloud, Platform, Network) communities. Talent and Skills: Define the technical capability frameworks, recruitment strategy, and career pathways for all engineering roles, ensuring the Cabinet Office can attract, retain, and develop world-class technical talent. Community Leadership: Lead and sponsor thriving Communities of Practice (CoPs) to drive knowledge sharing, mentorship, and a culture of continuous learning and technical mastery across the organisation. People Leadership: Provide inspirational line management, coaching, and direction to senior engineering leaders (e.g., Principal Engineers, Heads of Engineering), fostering an inclusive, high-trust, and performance-driven culture. 4. Corporate and Stakeholder Leadership. Strategic Influence: Serve as a key DDaT representative in corporate and cross-government forums, advocating for the strategic importance of engineering capability and infrastructure investment. Budget Management: Strategic oversight of the budget and commercial relationships related to engineering tooling, platforms, cloud consumption, and professional development. Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively communicate complex technical strategy, progress, and risks to non-technical senior stakeholders, including SCS colleagues and Ministerial private offices.

🚀 Key Responsibilities Working in collaboration with other developers, Product Owners, and DevOps, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining high-performance REST APIs using FastAPI . Designing and implementing robust and secure microservices. Integrating and optimizing databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.). Writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality. Participating in code reviews and the continuous improvement of best practices. Contributing to technical documentation and tracking User Stories. Collaborating with the product and QA teams to ensure reliable delivery. 🛠️ Tech Stack & Environment Language: Python 3.x Framework: FastAPI Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis CI/CD: GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes Testing: Pytest, coverage Cloud: AWS / GCP (depending on the project) Tools: Git, Jira, Confluence 📍 Location & Conditions Full remote possible from Europe (France time zone ±1h). Hybrid option available in Paris. Contract: Freelance Start Date: ASAP

Cloud Systems Engineer Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days per week) £50,000 - £65,000 + Progression + Benefits An excellent opportunity awaits an infrastructure engineer or experience systems administrator in a role offering exposure to modern technology, great technical variety and progression opportunities. This company is an innovative digital transformation partner supporting clients across key and critical sectors through their technology solutions and consultancy services. In this role, you'll sit between development and operations, helping to improve a mix of cloud and hybrid infrastructure, with a strong focus on automation and Infrastructure as Code. You'll also act as a key technical contact for the business, working with external IT partners and supporting alignment with IT security standards and certifications. This is a great opportunity to move beyond traditional infrastructure, working across a multi-cloud environment where you'll help modernise the platform through IaC and have real input into its long-term direction. This is a hybrid role based 2 days per week in the Manchester office. The ideal candidate will come from a systems administrator or infrastructure engineer background, with solid experience managing hybrid infrastructure and a strong focus on automation, cloud, and modern ways of working. You'll be comfortable across Azure and GCP, familiar with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code, and take pride in keeping systems secure, stable, and well-governed. Most importantly, you can translate technical detail into clear updates for internal and external stakeholders to deliver a high-quality platform. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive engineer to move beyond traditional infrastructure, drive a shift to IaC, and shape how a multi-cloud platform evolves as the business grows. The Role: *Take ownership of the hybrid cloud environment, driving automation and efficiency. *Lead the move from manual setups to a solid Infrastructure as Code (IaC) approach. *Oversee IT security standards and practices to maintain compliance and certifications. *Act as the go-to IT contact, shaping the long-term infrastructure roadmap. The Person : *Systems Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, or similar background with strong automation and cloud experience *Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and IaC tools *Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills *Based within a commutable distance to Manchester Reference Number: BBBH 267124 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Marcel Cerek at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Required: React Native Developer Duration: 12 month initial contract Location: 2 days onsite per week required in Knutsford, rest remote IR35 Status: Inside Open Stack (AVP) - ReactNative Developer ReactNative (Web) +5 years, Java +5 years, TDD, RESTful API design & build, OAS/YAML, GitLab, Unit Testing, CI/CD Pipelines LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.