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Front Arena Consultants for projects in London, Frankfurt, Dubai and Minneapolis We urgently require a Front Arena Developer with at least 2 years experience of having developed and worked with Front Arena at a financial institution. You must also have at least 2 years experience of developing applications with Python. Our Client is a leading Asset Management firm who are currently looking to recruit a Front Arena Developer to join their office based in Central London. You will have at least 2 - 5 years as an experienced Front Arena Developer and will maintain, improve and develop new code used within Front Arena. The client is looking to recruit candidates experience in the following: Strong Python skills A good understanding of Front Arena, including ADFL and the ACMKnowledge of Front Arena architecture and components: ADS, ATSExperience of interacting with end users in the financial industry. Any experience with in the following would be beneficial although is NOT essential C++/C/Java/C#/other languages Experience of the Front Arena 4 track. Experience of custom model integration. Experience of other Trading Systems. SQL Knowledge of Financial Derivatives. Duration 6 months The rate is negotiable. We positions in London, Frankfurt, Dubai and Minnesota USA. Please forward your CV to us in Word format to evaluate your skills.

Job title: AI Engineer Contract: 12 months Location: London (hybrid) The Role We are seeking a highly skilled AI Engineer with hands-on experience in building AI-powered software solutions using GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and modern Large Language Models (LLMs). The ideal candidate will leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery, automate engineering workflows, and build intelligent applications utilizing agentic AI frameworks, code generation, and enterprise AI platforms. The candidate should possess strong software engineering fundamentals along with expertise in integrating AI models into real-world applications and driving developer productivity through AI-assisted coding solutions. Your responsibilities: * Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered applications using LLMs and Generative AI technologies. * Build engineering solutions leveraging GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, and related AI platforms. * Develop AI agents, copilots, and workflow automation solutions for enterprise use cases. * Create retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions using vector databases and knowledge repositories. * Design and implement prompt engineering frameworks and evaluation mechanisms. * Integrate AI services with enterprise applications using APIs, microservices, and cloud-native architectures. * Build automated coding assistants, developer productivity tools, and intelligent software engineering workflows. * Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to identify AI-driven opportunities and translate them into scalable solutions. * Establish best practices for AI governance, security, model monitoring, and responsible AI implementation. * Mentor development teams on effective usage of AI-assisted development tools. Your Profile Essential skills/knowledge/experience: AI & Generative AI * Strong experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI. * Hands-on experience with: o GitHub Copilot o Claude Code o OpenAI GPT Models o Azure OpenAI Services o Anthropic Claude APIs * Prompt Engineering and Prompt Optimization. * Agentic AI frameworks such as: o LangChain o LangGraph o CrewAI o AutoGen o Semantic Kernel Software Development * Strong programming expertise in: o Python o JavaScript/TypeScript o C# or Java * Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices. * Knowledge of software design patterns and scalable application architecture. AI Application Development * Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) * Vector databases: o Pinecone o ChromaDB o Weaviate o Azure AI Search * Embedding models and semantic search. * Model evaluation and observability. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: * Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform. * CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins. * Docker and Kubernetes. * Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred). LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Digital Systems Architect – Financial Services - Northampton We require a Digital Architect to Support in the definition of digital architecture, roadmaps and technical solutions as well as technical consultancy and leading edge technology thinking as required across. Clearly articulate / communicate direction and benefits of digital architecture to developers / engineers and non-technical stakeholders Responsible for creating digital technology architecture solutions and cost estimates, to meet business needs, in line with strategy and architecture. Work with supply chain (including external) as appropriate. Working with the relevant enterprise wide architects and digital business aligned strategy leads, supports the creation of an appropriate digital technology strategy for the relevant business area. Maintain technology roadmaps for digital capabilities across the Company. Responsible for ensuring the digital engineering / development teams are aligned to the technical strategy, architecture, quality standards and policies. Work collaboratively with the relevant technology colleagues, project managers, architects, business analysts and developers to ensure that the digital outcomes delivered by projects are consistent with the original technical solution specified. Able to challenge stakeholders creatively and professionally to create architectural solutions which meet the business need (including budgetary / time constraints) whilst being aligned to Company architectural blueprint, principles and standards. Can describe existing / emerging digital technology and technology strategy to developers and non-technical stakeholders both verbally and via appropriate documentation. Experience of application client and server architecture in the web and/or mobile domain, application frameworks and architecture patterns Experience of Object-Oriented design and Enterprise Integration Patterns, of presenting technical concepts to a non-technical audience Specific experience of domain driven and event driven architecture The following would be nice to have: Experience of operating in an Agile delivery environment, microservices and refactoring to microservices Knowledge and experience of Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman). Experience of DevOps and containerization Past and/or current experience of Java / JavaScript software development in an agile development environment This is a contract assignment between 3 to 6 months initially. Based in Northampton. Please send your CV to us in Word format.

Electronic/Firmware Engineer Leeds - 5 days on-site £40,000 - £50,000 + 10% Pension Contribution + Holiday Are you an Electronics and Firmware Engineer looking for a varied role where you can work across the full product lifecycle, develop cutting-edge hardware and embedded systems, gain exposure to high-voltage applications, and have opportunities for international travel and specialist technical development? This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a background in electronics design and embedded firmware development to join a specialist engineering business working on bespoke technical solutions. The position offers a broad range of responsibilities, from concept and design through to testing, commissioning, and ongoing product support. In this role, you will be involved in electrical and electronic design, including circuit design, component selection, schematic capture, and PCB layout. You will also develop embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems and support assembly, testing, fault finding, and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in both analogue and digital electronics, embedded C programming, and the use of electronic test equipment. You will be a self-motivated individual who enjoys working independently while contributing effectively within a small engineering team. In return, you will join a growing engineering environment where you can continue developing your technical expertise, gain experience in specialist high-voltage applications, and work on innovative engineering projects with customers worldwide. The Role: Electronic hardware design including schematics, PCB layout, and component selection Embedded firmware development for microcontroller-based systems Creation of wiring diagrams, BoMs, and technical documentation Testing, fault finding, repair, and product support Support for onsite commissioning and customer installations International travel to customer and company sites with potential offshore work The Person: Experience in analogue and digital circuit design Embedded C programming experience with low-level hardware knowledge Familiar with oscilloscopes, signal generators, loads, and other test equipment Hands-on prototyping skills including soldering and wiring Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and within a team Degree-qualified with industry experience, or significant equivalent practical experience Reference Number: BBBH278751 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts 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 and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Job title: DevOps Engineer Location: Glasgow or Northampton (Hybrid) Contract Length: 12 Months Day Rate: £336 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Sector: Financial Services Overview We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer with AWS/.NET/C# expertise to join a leading Financial Services organisation. This role sits within an operational engineering team focused on reliability, automation, cloud infrastructure, and platform support. The position combines elements of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), DevOps, and software development, requiring a strong AWS background alongside the ability to contribute to C# development activities. The successful candidate will work closely with development, infrastructure, and support teams to enhance platform stability, automate processes, and improve operational efficiency across cloud-based environments. Key Responsibilities * Support and enhance AWS-hosted applications and infrastructure. * Drive DevOps best practices, including CI/CD automation and Infrastructure as Code. * Contribute to Site Reliability Engineering initiatives, focusing on system resilience, monitoring, and performance. * Develop and maintain tools, services, and automation solutions using C#/.NET. * Troubleshoot production issues and identify opportunities for operational improvement. * Work collaboratively with development teams to ensure reliable and scalable deployments. * Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability solutions across cloud environments. * Participate in incident management and root cause analysis activities. Essential Skills & Experience * Strong commercial experience with AWS Cloud technologies. * Proven background in DevOps engineering and automation. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code. * Hands-on experience with C#/.NET development. * Understanding of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles and practices. * Experience supporting production environments and resolving complex technical issues. * Minimum 5 years' recent, relevant industry experience. Desirable Skills * Experience within Financial Services environments. * Knowledge of cloud security and governance best practices. * Experience with containerisation technologies and orchestration platforms. * Familiarity with monitoring and observability tooling. Ideal Candidate You will be a technically strong AWS and DevOps professional with a passion for operational excellence and automation. While strong C# skills are preferred, candidates with exceptional AWS and DevOps expertise and some .NET development experience will also be considered. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team working on critical cloud platforms within a complex Financial Services environment. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Data Analyst with VBA programming and PL/SQL Our Client a financial institution with offices in Canary Wharf London – are looking to recruit a Data Analyst with VBA and PL/SQL development experience. You must have at least 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in the Financial sector. Excellent ability to profile data and come to substantive conclusions in response to business questions Ability to communicate conclusions through writing clear documentation or through verbal communication to both business and IT users Attention to detail and ability to grasp underlying complexities in data Strong VBA and SQL skills with respect to data profiling and data discovery as well as high proficiency in MS Excel Must have development and definitional knowledge of VBA and PL/SQL and ETL (the fundamental concepts, rather than actual scripting or development, although experience developing is a plus) Exposure to BREs and data mapping exercises Experience in functional and data testing Grasp of data modelling concepts and ability to create data flow diagrams Knowledge of financial markets, ratings and financial data (significant exposure is a plus, but not required) Strong team player with a focus on quality, attention to detail with excellent communication and Written skills. This is a 3 to 6 month assignment in Canary Wharf London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with daily rate and availability.

Digital Systems Architect – Financial Services - Northampton We require a Digital Architect to Support in the definition of digital architecture, roadmaps and technical solutions as well as technical consultancy and leading edge technology thinking as required across. Clearly articulate / communicate direction and benefits of digital architecture to developers / engineers and non-technical stakeholders Responsible for creating digital technology architecture solutions and cost estimates, to meet business needs, in line with strategy and architecture. Work with supply chain (including external) as appropriate. Working with the relevant enterprise wide architects and digital business aligned strategy leads, supports the creation of an appropriate digital technology strategy for the relevant business area. Maintain technology roadmaps for digital capabilities across the Company. Responsible for ensuring the digital engineering / development teams are aligned to the technical strategy, architecture, quality standards and policies. Work collaboratively with the relevant technology colleagues, project managers, architects, business analysts and developers to ensure that the digital outcomes delivered by projects are consistent with the original technical solution specified. Able to challenge stakeholders creatively and professionally to create architectural solutions which meet the business need (including budgetary / time constraints) whilst being aligned to Company architectural blueprint, principles and standards. Can describe existing / emerging digital technology and technology strategy to developers and non-technical stakeholders both verbally and via appropriate documentation. Experience of application client and server architecture in the web and/or mobile domain, application frameworks and architecture patterns Experience of Object-Oriented design and Enterprise Integration Patterns, of presenting technical concepts to a non-technical audience Specific experience of domain driven and event driven architecture The following would be nice to have: Experience of operating in an Agile delivery environment, microservices and refactoring to microservices Knowledge and experience of Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman). Experience of DevOps and containerization Past and/or current experience of Java / JavaScript software development in an agile development environment The salary for this role will be £60K - £80K. Based in Northampton. Please send your CV to us in Word format.

At CGI, we empower the next generation of innovators to shape the future of technology and security. As part of #GenerationCGI, you'll join a community of graduates who are turning ambition into action and possibility into progress. As a Technology Engineer - Software, Cloud & Infrastructure Graduate, you'll help design, build, test and support the technology that organisations rely on. Depending on your project, you could be developing software, automating tests, engineering cloud platforms, supporting applications or helping manage secure and reliable infrastructure. You'll be trusted with responsibility from the start, working alongside experienced colleagues on live projects across a range of industries. You'll develop broad technical experience while building deeper expertise in the technologies and areas that best match your strengths and career ambitions.

Software Project Engineer (PLC / HMI / SCADA) £60,000 - £65,000 + Structured Training + Hybrid Working + Technical Progression + Varied Automation Projects Thornbury, Bristol (1 day a week after probation) Are you a Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer or Software Project Engineer looking to accelerate your development on real industrial automation projects, with structured mentoring and a clear route to owning full project lifecycle delivery? On offer is a long-term opportunity to join a well-established nationwide engineering services provider where you'll be further developed by an experienced Software Project Manager, building your capability from supporting quotations and specifications through to commissioning and handover. The business is known for delivering turnkey engineering and automation solutions across sectors such as food & beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care and chemical manufacturing, with a practical, safety-led culture and close collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Due to continued growth and project demand, they are now looking to add to their specialist software function. In this role you'll help translate user requirements into functional design specifications, configure control system architectures, and develop/modify PLC, HMI and SCADA software (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens). You'll also support commissioning, fault-finding and safe site delivery across UK customer sites, with hybrid working once fully inducted. This role would suit an automation engineer, software project engineer, or similar who can contribute from day one with PLC/HMI/SCADA exposure and wants structured development, increasing technical responsibility and a genuine progression route into project management or senior-level positions. The Role: *Support delivery of industrial automation projects from quotation/specification through to commissioning *Develop and modify PLC, HMI and SCADA software (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens) *Produce project documentation including FDS and RAMS *Assist with control architecture, networks and on-site fault-finding/commissioning across UK sites *Hybrid working available once fully inducted (office, home and site-based) The Person: *Experience with PLC and either HMI and/or SCADA (the more exposure the better) *Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens controls experience *Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites (circa 8 one-night stay aways expected per year) *Candidates must be based within a commutable radius of Thornbury and have full right to work in the UK Reference Number: BBBH280151 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts 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 and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Digital Technology Lead C# .Net To provide the Technical leadership for our Agile Development Team working across .Net C# Core, Web UI and Sitecore CMS technologies on our new multi-market Digital CMS Platform. The Tech Lead role will be split 40 / 60 between Hands On and Hands Off development activities working with a development team comprising of internal resources plus external system suppliers. You will be accountable for the technical delivery of changes across the Platform and will work with the IPF Architects, System Analysts and Development team to provide technical leadership, technical designs and implementation of best practices across the team to ensure quality and timely deliveries. Provide detailed technical designs for development team. Develop and maintain baseline technical design documentation for the Digital CMS Platform. Preparation and delivery of technical proposals and presentations Technical feasibility studies for newly-created product ideas/software projects and propose implementation solutions Work with IPF Architects and partners to contribute to the overall Enterprise Solution design Ensuring that software development is delivered on schedule, in-line with designs, to quality and within the overall plan. Provide Code Reviews for the key core functionality to ensure adherence to designs. Complete coding development as required ensuring it is fit for purpose, effective, scalable and future proofed. The role is expected to be split 40 / 60 Hands On and Hands Off. Implement Azure DevOps CI/CD Build and Release pipelines across the Digital CMS platform. Development and maintenance of a technical backlog, software release map and technology roadmap for the Digital CMS Platform. Follow best-in-class agile methodology (2week sprints), throughout the software development lifecycle to deliver consistent market leading engineering solutions Attend project/tech updates and stand-ups providing accurate updates where appropriate and highlight any project risks/bottlenecks/successes Provide delivery estimates as part of Agile delivery process for implementation of functionality. Determine project requirements and developing work schedules for the team. Ensure assignment of tasks to the Team to align with skills, growth and personal preferences. Improve the software development process using the latest technologies Implement best practices and coding standards across the delivery team. Provides technical expertise to peers in other functions Mentor and improve development team members Liaise with other delivery teams, stakeholders, users and senior leaders Works independently with guidance only in complex situations Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and developments. Software development cycles and approaches Use of online collaboration tools JIRA and Confluence Highly proficient in core Microsoft technologies: .Net Core. C#, T-SQL, MVC, Web API Knowledge and work experience of a CMS web platform (Sitecore desirable) Experience in CI / CD build and delivery pipelines (Azure DevOps desirable) Financial services IT solutions IT industry and ways of working within multi-disciplinary teams The Client is global operation with an office in Leeds. The salary for this role is circa £60K - £70K + Excellent Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your notice period and availability.

Industrial Software Engineer / Systems Engineer £40,000 - £45,000 + Hybrid Working + Long-Term Technical Development + Private Pension + 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Life Assurance + Health Cash Plan + More! Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire (Commutable from: Grimsby, Doncaster, Hull, Lincoln, Gainsborough, Brigg, Barton-upon-Humber, Immingham) Are you a Software Engineer / Systems Engineer with strong C# and SQL skills looking to take real ownership of production-critical systems, with long-term technical development and the chance to influence future architecture? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major industrial manufacturer where you'll develop and support applications that underpin large-scale operations across multiple plant areas, working in a varied OT environment that blends modern platforms with legacy systems. As part of a wider modernisation programme, you will get exposure to a broad tech stack (C#, Python, PHP, SQL) alongside reporting and data visualisation tools such as Grafana / Power BI, with the chance to improve reliability, performance and data integrity across business-critical integrations. You will be responsible for developing and supporting applications, maintaining databases and interfaces, troubleshooting real-time integrations, and contributing to change control and version control practices (Git), working closely with operations and technical stakeholders. This role would suit a proactive engineer who enjoys solving complex problems in a live production environment and wants long-term technical progression on high-impact systems. The Role: *Develop and support applications using C# and SQL across multiple plant areas *Troubleshoot and improve integrated systems, interfaces and data flows *Support reporting and dashboards (Grafana / Power BI) *Contribute to legacy system support and modernisation/migration work *Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote following probation The Person: *Strong experience in C# development and SQL / relational databases *Experience working with integrated systems and troubleshooting complex environments *Process control / industrial / manufacturing experience advantageous Reference Number: BBBH279997 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts 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 and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Embedded Software Engineer Witney, Oxfordshire Hybrid - 3 days a week on-site (Commutable from Oxford, Carterton, Burford, Chipping Norton, Faringdon, Abingdon, Kidlington and Swindon) £40,000 - £60,000 + Specialist Training + Technical Progression + High Ownership + Hybrid Working Are you an Embedded Software Engineer with experience in C, C++ or Ada looking to develop safety-critical technology for next-generation autonomous systems? This is an excellent opportunity to join an early-stage, mission-led engineering business developing embedded safety and runtime-monitoring technology for autonomous aerospace and defence platforms. The company is expanding its specialist software and verification teams, offering you significant technical ownership and the opportunity to help take their technology from a proven prototype through to enterprise deployment. In this role, you will design and develop high-integrity embedded software, build runtime safety and monitoring components and contribute to certifiable software architecture. You will work closely with verification and certification engineers to support future DO-178C DAL A/B objectives. Specialist training in SPARK Ada will be provided. Previous safety-critical or aerospace experience would therefore be beneficial but is not essential for an accomplished embedded engineer who wants to move into this field. The Role: *Design and develop embedded software for autonomous systems *Build runtime-safety, monitoring and fail-safe functionality *Contribute to high-integrity software architecture, integration and V&V *Support certification-focused development against DO-178C DAL A/B objectives The Person: *Strong embedded or real-time software engineering experience *Commercial experience with C, C++, Ada or a comparable low-level language *Understanding of software design, integration and verification *Safety-critical, regulated or aerospace experience beneficial but not essential Hybrid working with a minimum of three days per week onsite in Witney, normally Tuesday to Thursday. Candidates must be eligable for SC Clearance. Reference Number: BBBH280346 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts 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 and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.