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Location: Remote with travel at set milestones Type: Contract - Inside IR35 8 month initial contract (likely to extend) Real Staffing are seeking a highly skilled OT/IT Technical Engineer to lead the design and deployment of industrial utilities metering solutions across complex manufacturing environments (Pharma, FMCG, Process Industries). In this role, working with a leading Tech Consultancy, you'll shape how energy and resources are measured, enabling smarter decision-making and supporting major sustainability goals. Deliverables: Conduct on-site assessments to determine feasibility for electricity, gas, water, diesel and wastewater metering. Review engineering drawings to identify optimal metering technologies and installation points. Recommend compliant, best‑fit meter solutions aligned with global standards. Design connectivity architectures integrating with PLCs, gateways, SCADA systems and PME. Work closely with site engineering and OT/IT teams to meet network and cybersecurity requirements. Support OEMs and contractors throughout procurement, installation and commissioning. Produce clear documentation, including metering designs, layouts, BoMs and assessment reports. What you'll bring: Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation or Control Engineering. Strong experience with industrial utilities metering in manufacturing or process environments. Experience of flow measurement and protocols such as Modbus, Ethernet/IP and RS‑485. Hands-on experience with PLCs, gateways, SCADA and PME integration. Ability to interpret technical drawings and communicate solutions effectively. Knowledge of hazardous area fundamentals and international standards (e.g., ATEX, CSA). Confidence working with large datasets for energy analysis. If you're interested by the opportunity to design impactful metering solutions and drive operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit Real Staffing, 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

Our client is looking for a Content/Training Manager for one of our clients to be based out of their sites in Gaydon/Leamington Spa on mostly a onsite basis with some flexibility for remote once settled in the role. This role is Inside IR35. Designed and facilitated engaging in-person and virtual training sessions as part of the global Information Cyber Security (ICS) training program, tailored to diverse employee groups across office and manufacturing environments. Your responsibilities: Support the design and deliver engaging in-person and virtual training sessions and part of the information cyber security training program. Create a series of personas to identify knowledge gaps and provide targeted training to improve cyber awareness and compliance with KPIs. Support the production of phishing exercise metrics Support Annual creation and delivery of e-learning training material for office and manufacturing colleagues globally. Design & development of the ICS SharePoint site for better user experience. Support for the annual Behavioral awareness programs (Cyber Week). Development of video training content and employee guidance. 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.

**INSIDE IR35 £284 P/D, 2 DAYS ONSITE IN GLASGOW** * Technical Troubleshooting * Continuous Learning Software * Design Strategic Thinking * Change and Transformation * Digital and Technology * Computer Programming Teamwork * Secure Coding Practices * Test Automation Communication * Business Acumen Problem Solving * Tools Risk and Controls Additional Information for role: To be successful as an AVP Java developer, you should have experience with: * Core Java development * Test-driven development * Linux Scripting * Reviewing of other people's and AI-generated code * data engineering project Some other highly valued skills may include: * AI Prompt Engineering for code generation * Docker / Kubernetes * Hadoop (HDFS, HBase, Kafka, Spark etc) 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.

Senior Software Developer (SIP/Python) Guildford/Remote - 1 day a month on-site £55,000 - £65,000 + Remote + Private Medical Insurance + Life Insurance + Other Benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer with a deep understanding of SIP, VoIP and Python to join a forward-thinking development team where you can further your skills and grow with an award-winning technology business. This company is an established technology partner and managed service provider, specialising in unified communications and cloud contact centre solutions. They help public and private sector organisations modernise their digital infrastructure with a focus on improving customer experience and operational efficiency through system integration and digital transformation. In this varied role you will take a lead in the development of an existing SIP platform. Responsibilities will involve designing and building value-add services, creating integrations for AI-driven services (such as voice recognition and transcription), and ensuring software remains secure at every level. The role also serves as a key technical resource for troubleshooting complex SIP/RTP issues and contributing to the continuous improvement of secure development policies. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth working knowledge of VOIP protocols and Python. Candidates should be comfortable working with Docker, Linux, and REST APIs, while maintaining a high standard of OO Design. Beyond technical ability, the ideal applicant will be a strong communicator capable of bridging the gap between technical requirements and non-technical business objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join within a position that offers autonomy to solve complex problems and the support of a highly skilled team that values professional growth and innovation. The Role: Design and develop the existing SIP platform and services. Connect systems to voice recognition and AI analysis. Ensure all code meets strict ISO/PCI-DSS standards. Provide resolutions for complex platform-level bugs. The Person: Extensive experience with Python, plus OO Design and REST APIs. In-depth understanding of SIP stack and trace analysis. Experience with SQLAlchemy, Git, and Docker. Desirable to have knowledge of Freeswitch, Kamailio, or C/C++ is a plus. Reference Number: BBBH266933 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

Our client is looking for a Business Analyst to join their team on contract initially until the end of April with good scope for extension. They require a candidate to be able to commit to going to site in Glasgow 2/3 times a week. This role would be working via a umbrella company. § Significant experience as a Business Analyst § Case Management/CRM experience § Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inform business decisions. § Ability to communicate complex technical topics in a concise manner that stakeholders can understand. § Ability to adapt and become familiar with new technologies quickly, but ideally with detailed knowledge of applications within the Financial Crime area § Strong communicator with experience of running meetings involving a diverse set of stakeholders § Strong analytical/problem solving mind set but with the ability and willingness to get into the details to find solutions. § Proven track record of consistently making good decisions through a combination of analysis, high level of business acumen experience and judgment 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.

***SC CLEARED*** SharePoint Admin 6 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid - 2-3 days p/w onsite in London Rate: £400 -£450 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a SharePoint Admin to join the team. Key Responsibilities: Should have PowerShell and .NET skills and has experience Administration and developing SharePoint sites. Day to day responsibility will be: * Creating/managing/maintaining existing and new PowerShell scripts on the SharePoint administration server and elsewhere, based on requests from product team * Transferring the files from Files Servers to SharePoint/OneDrive/Teams * Managing and Maintaining SharePoint Sites * Support the L1/L2 helpdesk teams, by picking up and solving complex technical issues that may arise from end user tickets. Examples of activities include * Creating/managing sites, site collections, pages, administering the platform, serving as an L4 Engineer when developers have questions. * Will also run lifecycle reports to clean up old site collections and other maintenance work. * Will interact on occasion with end users or stakeholders to help define & implement SharePoint management processes Key Skills & Experience: 2. SharePoint Admin -2013/2016, Office 365 - SharePoint Online 3. Hands-on experience in SharePoint Administration and migration of network files to SharePoint/OneDrive/Teams 4. Hands-on experience in configuration of Site, List and Document Library-based solutions 5. Azure Information Protection and Azure Rights Management knowledge will be a plus. 6. Changing SharePoint master pages and layouts, Implementing SharePoint workflows 7. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, SQL, C# 8. Front-end development experience using JavaScript frameworks in conjunction with SharePoint (angular, etc.) 9. Working experience of PowerShell scripting/ automation 10. Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements and processes into effective SharePoint solutions Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: 1. Knowledge and experience in administration and troubleshooting of below Office 365 services * Exchange Online * SharePoint Online, * Microsoft Teams, * Skype for Business Online * Planner, Stream, To-Do, Forms, Power Automate 2. Good communication skills, specifically: listening to customer needs, restating those needs, and documenting work 3. Excellent problem-solving skills 4. Ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly and self-directed 5. Must be willing to work diligently to meet deliverable deadlines 6. Demonstrated high degree of initiative and self-guided work. 7. Ability to prioritize and plan own tasks and estimate level of effort for assigned tasks 8. Good interpersonal and collaboration skills, strong team working ability. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. 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.

XDP Intelligent Search - Enterprise Domain Architect 3 Month contract initially Based: Remote/London. Max 2-3 days p/w onsite Rate: £Market rates p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for an XDP Intelligent Search - Enterprise Domain Architect to join the team. The Enterprise Domain Architect will lead the design and implementation of a Group-wide Intelligent Search capability, transforming search from a simple keyword-based lookup into an AI-powered conversational experience between users and information sources. This role will define the vision, strategy, and reference architecture for Intelligent Search, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Development Establish a vision and strategy for group-wide Intelligent Search. Define the role of XDP as a platform within the strategy. Incorporate industry trends and emerging technologies into the roadmap. Develop an operating model for adoption and ongoing management. Architecture Design Create a future-state reference architecture for Intelligent Search across business units (BUs). Define transition paths for BUs to align with the reference architecture. Ensure architecture supports multi-modal search, contextual awareness, and explainable results. Delivery & Governance Advocate for lean, autonomous, and highly skilled squads with strong domain expertise. Enable fast deployment and scalability of Intelligent Search solutions. Establish governance frameworks for architecture compliance and evolution. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in enterprise architecture and domain strategy development. Strong understanding of AI-powered search technologies, natural language processing, and information retrieval. Expertise in reference architecture design, operating models, and transition planning. Familiarity with multi-modal search, contextual AI, and explainable AI principles. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Experience with XDP or similar platforms. Knowledge of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and API-driven ecosystems. Background in financial services or large-scale enterprise environments. Key Attributes Strategic thinker with visionary leadership. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to drive innovation and adoption in complex organizations. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. 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.

Mobile Backend Developer (JAVA/Kotlin) 6 Month contract initially Based: Manchester - Max 3 days Onsite Rate: £Market rates (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Mobile Backend Developer (JAVA/Kotlin) to join the team. Seeking a Senior Application Engineer ( Backend cloud based application development) with deep technical expertise and thought leadership. You will drive strategy for your area of expertise across teams and foster a developer community within your domain. The role involves mentoring junior staff, ensuring high-quality deliverables, promoting best practices like TDD and BDD, and leading engineering practices across the SDLC. Key Responsibilities: * Provide advanced technical expertise in Backend Development, supporting the team with effective solutions and practical insights. * Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. * Demonstrate a commitment to keeping up with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, actively applying them in your work. * Contribute new ideas, tools, and methodologies to help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. * Share knowledge and mentor peers and junior engineers, supporting their growth and skills development. * Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, implications, and dependencies. * Review and provide feedback on technical documentation, suggesting improvements where appropriate. * Promote and practice best development approaches such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) to deliver high-quality, maintainable code. * Apply design patterns to address complex problems, ensuring code is efficient, readable, and reusable. * Adhere to IT and Information Security policies and procedures in all engineering activities. Key Skills & Experience: * Preferred - Experience of building distributed scalable microservices using Java/Kotlin, Spring Boot, OAuth 2.0, Secure API design * Understanding of API design for mobile application with event driven architecture * Strong analysis and problem-solving skills * Knowledge of the financial services industry * Other technologies/areas: AWS, API Design, Automation testing This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. 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.

Role: Soc Analyst Rate: Inside IR35 Location: Full time onsite in either Milton Keynes or East Kilbride Duration: 12 months SC clearance required + willing to go through higher clearance Key Responsibilities Continuous Monitoring: You will monitor security tools, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, to detect suspicious activity. You will be the first to see potential threats and will need to be efficient and professional response against defined processes. Incident Triage: You will analyse alerts and logs to determine if an event is a genuine security incident or a false positive. You will need to be methodical and follow established procedures to classify and prioritize incidents. Initial Incident Response: For confirmed incidents, you'll perform initial containment actions, such as isolating affected systems, and escalate the incident to a Level 2 or 3 analyst for deeper investigation. Reporting and Documentation: You'll create detailed tickets and reports for all detected incidents, documenting your findings and the steps you took. This is crucial for tracking incidents and for future analysis. Managing: You'll provide direction and support to the junior member of the shift and provide handover to the next shift leader. Tool Management: You will assist in the maintenance and optimization of security tools, ensuring they are working correctly and effectively. Experience of SPLUNK within a Security Operations Centre (SOC). Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. 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.

Product Owner Location: Manchester Contract Type: Outside IR35 Day Rate: £500 per day Contract Length: 6 Months Lead the development and delivery of a Mobile App Integration proposition and associated business case, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and governance requirements. Act as the key liaison between sponsors, SMEs, and project teams to define user needs, assess options, and secure approvals for implementation. Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain a stakeholder matrix; secure sign-off from sponsors and SMEs. Facilitate workshops and feedback sessions to identify and validate problems and solutions. Proposition Development: Define user journeys and context, considering legislative, contractual, and technological constraints. Identify, evaluate, and recommend options based on data and evidence. Prepare benefit profiles and maps; secure stakeholder approvals. Business Case Leadership: Lead the creation of the Integration Strategic Business Case. Manage governance submissions, respond to feedback, and secure approvals from boards and sponsors. Prepare investment decision papers and ensure compliance with governance timelines. Implementation Preparation: Develop project kick-off materials and record key product decisions. Define and prioritize backlog for design readiness. Monitor and communicate risks, issues, and opportunities throughout delivery. Skills & Experience: Strong experience in business case development and governance processes. Proven ability to engage and manage stakeholders at all levels. Knowledge of legislative, contractual, and technological considerations in transport projects. Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. 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

The Level 4 Software Developer/Engineer Apprenticeship at HMRC offers an exceptional opportunity to begin your technology career within the public sector. This role combines hands-on software development experience with structured learning, enabling you to contribute to critical government digital services whilst developing your professional skills. you’ll work alongside experienced developers on innovative projects that directly impact millions of citizens and businesses across the UK. As an apprentice, you’ll be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that support HMRC's core functions. This includes working on modern digital platforms, contributing to system improvements, and participating in the full software development lifecycle. The role provides exposure to various technologies and methodologies used in large-scale government systems. The position offers a supportive learning environment where you’ll receive mentorship from senior colleagues whilst pursuing formal qualifications. you’ll have opportunities to work across different projects and teams, gaining broad experience in software development practices, quality assurance, and user-focused design principles. This apprenticeship is designed to provide a solid foundation for a long-term career in technology within the Civil Service, with clear progression pathways and ongoing development opportunities. you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive team committed to delivering excellent public services through innovative technology solutions. Breakdown of Apprenticeship: You'll have round-the-clock support from managers, coaches, fellow apprentices, and the Data Analyst community. With experienced mentors guiding your journey, you'll master the latest best practices while forming meaningful connections. With 20% time reserved for training, you'll earn while progressing towards completion of an 18–24-month apprenticeship. Important to Know: A condition of your employment is the successful completion of your apprenticeship within the expected duration of 18 months. Failure to meet this requirement may result in HMRC removing you from the Apprenticeship Programme and/or terminating your employment. Your training requirements and probation period will run concurrently. If you do not successfully complete your probation and/or the apprenticeship—where it is a specific requirement of your role—your employment with HMRC may be subject to termination. Your manager will provide you with further details about the training programme, including the structure of assessments and, where applicable, the number of permitted attempts to pass, if they have not already done so. To assess your eligibility for the apprenticeship, QA, our approved learning provider will conduct some initial checks before HMRC can confirm your successful offer onto this apprenticeship. This will require HMRC sharing your contact details with the learning provider who will contact you directly. Information is gathered in accordance with the Education and Skills Funding Authority (ESFA) guidance. Please note that candidates who are successful at interview will be placed on a temporary hold status. This is to allow our QA to complete their owen internal checks. Once these checks have been successfully completed and passed, the candidates will then proceed to complete their pre-employment checks with HMRC.

Skills and Experience: Sound knowledge in Java for development of enterprise and public facing applications Strong automation skills at both the service and UI level Experience in working with developers to plan and design automation test frameworks and test suites. Sound knowledge of HTTP, at least one web development framework (for example Spring or Jersey), Angular (React or Vue.js may be considered) and JavaScript Sound knowledge of at least one RDBMS (PostgreSQL or similar), XML and JSON Sound knowledge in a wide range of technologies and libraries used in an enterprise, such as logging and monitoring, ORM, authentication/authorisation, cloud hosting environments, systems integration, source control, package management etc Experience of working with modern tools (docker, k8s, infrastructure as code) and techniques Experience of mentoring, coaching or leading other Developers in Test Experience of performance testing or performance monitoring tools Experience of designing and implementing non-functional tests that will ensure there is coverage of NFRs - specifically performance Strong experience of working with delivery teams using Scrum or Kanban techniques Experience of working closely with the Ops team to help specify test environments Takes an active interest in the testing community via blogs, forums, and conferences You will also want to make a positive impact on the communities we serve You are looking for new technical and leadership challenges You thrive when you work as part of a team You enjoy learning and helping others You hold yourself and others to a high standard You solve problems in a systematic way Key responsibilities: Establish, monitor, and maintain automated testing. Amending, refactoring, and documenting Automation code to build and maintain automated frameworks, and as required leading on these activities. Adhere to internal process and procedures, promoting and advising others which software development testing standards/processes/procedures apply. Improve existing test automation or design more efficient ways of testing. You will look to improve existing test code or design tests that are faster or more comprehensive relative to existing tests. Monitor builds and trends across the teams (i.e., sauce lab fails, performance degradation, security issues etc.) Take a test-driven approach to software development, write complex automation test scripts, and participate in testing. Participate in code reviews of own work and lead code reviews of colleagues' work. Support Infrastructure testing and OAT and DevOps maintenance activities Constantly seek to learn and further develop your skills as required for your role. Monitor changes in the tech stack you use and alert on any major changes affecting our software. Adhere to industry's best practices, produce well-engineered modern products and guide others to do so in a highly competently manner. Plan the testing on sets of related stories and coordinate integration tasks across systems. Contribute to selection of the software development approach (plan-driven, iterative/agile etc.) for projects. Identify process optimisation opportunities with guidance and support activities to improve the testing process. Choose the most appropriate from a variety of methods of prototyping, actively solicit prototypes with others. Support and maintain software as required, including in the live environment. Use modern tools to identify, troubleshoot and fix faults effectively and thoroughly. Package and deploy software built. Some activities may be outside the core office hours (in-line with the organisation's policy for OOH). Translate user stories to a proposed design and develop software to meet user needs. Collaborate with user researchers, represent users internally and champion user research to focus on all users. Define, analyse, plan, forecast, measure, maintain and improve all aspects of the availability of services. Control and manage service availability to meet the needs of the business in a cost-effective manner. This includes managing the capability, functionality, and sustainability of service components (for example, hardware, software, network resources and software/infrastructure as a service). Design systems characterised by medium levels of risk, impact, and business or technical complexity. Take designs through the required governance. Review designs of others to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Identify, record and escalate tech debt and medium-level risks. Define the integration build. Coordinate build activities across systems and undertake and support integration testing activities. Guide and advise others on technical areas of testing, modern development standards and approaches to understand user stories. Coach and mentor more junior colleagues. Lead on and participate in recruitment as required. Participate in and lead on procurement activities as required. Application process: will be used to assess and score your application during the sift, and interview. Experience – As demonstrated in your application form. Technical – Coding task and interview. If successful, you will move on to the interview stage, which will include an extension exercise to the coding task you submit in your Personal Statement Coding Task When submitting your application please complete the following coding task and provide a link to the repository: Please note the Civil Service application process is name-blind, so ensure that the repository containing your code does not include any personal information that would identify you. Technical – As demonstrated at interview. During the interview, you will be assessed against the Capability Framework. Capability Skill 1: Development process optimisation Capability Skill 2: Information security Capability Skill 3: Modern development standards Capability Skill 4: Programming and build (software engineering) HMCTS Coding Challenge Behaviours – You will be required to provide evidence of the following key behaviours at Level 4. Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Level of Clearance - To apply for this role, you will be required to successfully complete Security Clearance (SC) level as a condition of appointment: Technical Skills HMCTS Coding Challenge: Please complete the coding task below. In your personal statement, describe your Software developer in Test experience, explain your approach to the task, and provide a link to your code repository Please note the Civil Service application process is name-blind, so ensure that the repository containing your code does not include any personal information that would identify you.

An Investment Banking client is currently hiring for a Head of Release Management and a Lead Release Manager to join the Bank. The initial contract will be for 6 months rolling paying £826pd via an Umbrella company. The position requires 50% attendance to the London based office. Required experience: Extensive experience in release and environment management within banking or regulated industries managing a global, enterprise-level function and proven ability to manage complex dependencies across multiple programmes with excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills. Deep experience in a senior technology leadership role within a highly regulated financial services institution, demonstrating fluency with banking compliance and audit cycles. Strategic understanding of modern software architecture (microservices, cloud-native), CI/CD toolchains, DevOps principles, and large-scale environment virtualisation/containerisation technologies (e.g., Kubernetes). Please share an updated CV ASAP if you'd like to be considered for the position and I'll be in touch if suitable. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, 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

IT Director Our Client is an established bank with offices in the City London. Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned IT Director with extensive experience in software and application development within the investment and private banking sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing IT transformation projects, delivering solutions across multiple customer channels, and leading both software development and infrastructure technology teams. This role will report to the Board at the bank and involve collaborating with various stakeholders across the business, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. The Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT department, managing IT projects, implementing and maintaining network security measures, and developing IT strategies. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the IT department, encompassing both software application development and infrastructure technology teams. Lead and execute software and application development projects from inception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. Drive IT transformation initiatives within the banking environment to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Deliver IT solutions across multiple customer channels, including online banking, mobile apps, and in-branch systems. Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation, to identify IT needs and develop strategies to address them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships. Report to the Board, on IT strategy, progress, and performance. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department. IT Management and Information Technology skills Experience in IT Operations and IT Strategy Knowledge of Network Security Strong leadership and project management abilities Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a strong background in software and application development. Extensive experience in leading IT transformation projects within investment and private banking environments. Proven success in delivering IT solutions across multiple customer channels. Strong understanding of banking operations, regulations, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage both software development and infrastructure technology teams. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute methodically. Experience with emerging technologies and digital banking trends. Preferred Skills: Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in the banking sector. Familiarity with cloud computing and data analytics. This is a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in London. The salary will be in the range £140K - £175K + Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period, do include why you think you would be the right person for this position.

Location: On-site London (4-5 days per week) Rate: £484.49 per day (Inside IR35, via umbrella) Start Date: ASAP Contract: Initial term 6 months We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join a leading financial services organization. This role involves working on medium to large-scale projects, driving requirements delivery across planning, elicitation, analysis, documentation, and stakeholder management. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities for complex projects. Facilitate requirements discovery sessions with diverse stakeholder groups. Document and validate business and system requirements using enterprise standards. Support QA, UAT, and implementation phases with requirements clarification. Provide guidance to junior BAs and ensure adherence to best practices. Essential Skills & Experience 5+ years as a Business Analyst on large, complex projects. Strong experience in financial services. Expertise in requirements planning, elicitation, and documentation. Familiarity with methodologies such as Waterfall, Iterative, and Agile. Advanced stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications CBAP or PMI-PBA certification. Master's Certificate in Business Analysis. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, 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

We have a current opportunity for a Rust Developer on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London. For further information about this position please apply. Role Overview: Top Tier Hedge Fund is looking for a skilled engineer with experience in Rust to join a Options HFT engineering team. You will be integral to enhancing our low-latency options trading systems and supporting our advanced trading infrastructure. As a Rust Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where you'll contribute to the continuous improvement of our systems. Our ideal candidate is willing to become an expert in Rust and has a pragmatic approach to solving complex problems. Key Responsibilities: Specialize in low-latency options HFT trading. Collaborate within a wider engineering team to support the trading infrastructure. Solve complex problems with innovative solutions, ensuring system reliability and scalability. Required Experience and Skills: Strong background in trading environments. Proficient in Rust Experience with SQL databases. Familiarity with functional and component testing. Experience in crypto exchange connectivity and/or FPGA technologies is a plus. Knowledge of gRPC and Node.js interaction is strongly preferred. Experience in High-Frequency Options Trading or low-latency options systems is advantageous but not required. Competencies and Personal Traits: Pragmatic problem solver with an innovative mindset. Strong communication skills, particularly in ambiguous situations. Collaborative, with a passion for building scalable, high-performance systems To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, 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