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Fullstack Software Developer with C# Asp.net Our Client is an established is a recognised leader with a widely used commercial software in the financial markets. They are now looking for additional personnel to join the software development team with extensive proven expertise in developing software with C# with .net core – you must have at least 5 to 7 years experience. Personal Responsibilities: The Client is looking for a creative, detail-orientated Web Software Developer to join our Web Development team. Within the Web Development team, you will have the opportunity to enjoy working with a range of web technology across the full stack. The Company’s client base is growing and as part of this growth we are looking to improve and enhance our web-oriented product offerings. We are looking to recruit highly motivated and creative web developers who can be instrumental in delivering an ambitious digital roadmap. Previous Experience/Education: Web Developers at this Company don’t always need industry-specific work experience, but they must be able to demonstrate their web software coding capability in organisations of a similar size and complexity. Ideally, looking for Web Developers with 5 plus years work experience. Additionally, candidates should be experienced in debugging and profiling applications associated with developing, testing and deploying web applications. It is preferable for Web Developers to hold a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Successful Web Developers should have sound knowledge and experience in different programming applications. C#, Asp.net/Core, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MVC and JSON are required core skills. Function: Candidates should be able to demonstrate strong ability to work independently and as part of a team building websites from the ground up in C#, MVC, Asp.net and Asp.net core. The successful candidate should have a good command of C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON & Bootstrap. Exposure to any UI binding framework such as Vue.js, AngularJS, React, and Knockout would be beneficial. Additionally, the candidate should be comfortable using IIS. Full understanding of the MVC pattern, REST APIs and asp.net controllers are a must. Web developers should be aware of security vulnerabilities, such as those identified in OWASP, and their code should mitigate these threats. Required: Web Developers need experience in the design, creation and maintenance of websites across multiple platforms. The most important duties and responsibilities of the Web Developer include: Writing efficient code using best practice for software development Creating websites using different languages such as HTML and CSS Working with Programmers and Web Designers to create a website that matches the visual design intent Communicating with business colleagues to gather and refine requirements and specifications for content development within agreed-upon timelines Researching a variety of software programs Creating and maintaining the documentation for software used Improving and enhancing websites after they have been created Skills Required: A successful Web Developer candidate will have various prerequisite skills/qualifications needed for duties such as a Degree in Computer Science or related field). Some skills include, but are not limited to, the following: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain close working relationships with business stakeholders and other technologists A pro-active approach with a keen attention to detail Proactive with a keen desire to take ownership of projects Functional knowledge and coding experience Basic knowledge of search engine optimisation (SEO) The ability to multitask within the budgets and time constraints set by the company Strong communication and problem-solving skills An understanding of development approaches and methods Knowledge of mobile applications, computer operating systems and web browsers Strong analytical skills The salary for this position with be in the range £55K - £75K plus benefits. The Client has offices in the City of London and close to Basildon in Essex. Currently this role will be based 2 days at the office in Essex and 3 days remote working. Please send your CV to us In Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Senior Backend Developer with C# .net Framework Working as part of the Digital team, you'll be responsible for the ongoing development and improvements to an eCommerce website as well as other internal applications for this award-winning Travel Company. You will be responsible for: Leading the eCommerce web and application development from a technical perspective Collaborating with the front end developer and design resource to deliver improved UI & UX A problem solver - you'll need to be able to analyse and suggest improvements to existing website features Analysing and identifying ways to automate processes working alongside the business lead Implementing automated regression testing for the software developed Skills and Experience: Excellent working knowledge of ASP.NET, C#, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, React Framework, MS SQL Server, Mongo DB, Elasticsearch Understanding of SOLID development principles Worked previously on projects using the Umbraco CMS Continuous Delivery skills, tools and techniques (e.g. Git, Github, Team City, Octopus, Jenkins, Selenium, etc.) Familiar with Azure cloud services & setting up/managing resources/deploying apps Familiar with JIRA and Confluence Capable of working with (and developing) multiple (REST) APIs documented with e.g. OpenAPI/swagger and other API messaging formats e.g. JSON, XML, SOAP Experience of PowerBI, PowerQuery and R Experience of structured testing and quality assurance approaches (e.g. Test Driven Development and Behaviour Driven Development) A positive and cooperative individual who will work effectively across departments and within a team Worked in an agile/Kanban environment and familiar with JIRA and confluence Not afraid to challenge existing thinking in order to improve processes The Client will consider candidates with solid Backend development skills without Umbraco. The salary for this role will be in the range £50K to £80K per year depending on experience. The Client is based in Central London and this role will be working remotely. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

At CGI, we’re shaping the future of digital transformation — empowering clients to unlock new possibilities through robust, scalable, and secure software solutions. As a Senior Java Developer, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving innovation and ensuring seamless integration across complex systems that power large-scale programmes. You’ll work within an open, collaborative culture where you can influence design decisions, mentor others, and see your ideas brought to life. This is an opportunity to contribute to mission-critical outcomes while being part of a team that values creativity, accountability, and continual learning. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to either hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance. This is a mainly remote position, with occasional travel as required.

At CGI, we empower our people to shape the future of industries by building lasting partnerships and delivering meaningful change. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in expanding our presence across Scotland’s Local Government sector, forging strong networks, and driving long-term opportunities that help councils deliver more efficient, citizen-focused services. You will be at the forefront of building new relationships, working alongside a collaborative team, and contributing to innovative strategies that strengthen CGI’s role as a trusted partner in public service transformation. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Ideally you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Whilst this is a hybrid position there is an expectation that you will need to travel around Scotland to visit clients and CGI Offices.

Senior .NET Integration Developer Maidenhead - Hybrid (3 days on site & 2 from home) £50,000 - £70,000 + Holiday + Pension + Training + Private Health Plan Excellent opportunity for an experienced C# .NET looking to join a stock market listed business, renowned for their supportive culture and award-winning training opportunities. This company are a well-established, international, and industry-leading SaaS provider delivering innovative platform solutions to customers across the financial, telematics, and logistics sectors. They design, develop, and support secure and scalable systems that process high-value data for global partners. In this role you will own the development and maintenance of robust third-party integrations, helping to evolve the organisation's integration framework. You will work across financial, telematics, and mapping APIs, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with modern cloud architecture. You will use your expertise in C#/.NET and modern APIs (REST, WebAPI, JSON, OAuth2) to build fault-tolerant, event-driven integrations, support customers and partners with API usage, and deliver clear, high-quality documentation while maintaining security, GDPR compliance, and operational reliability. You will work directly with clients to understand their integration requirements and translate them into secure, scalable solutions. Taking integration leadership, you will design and maintain well-documented financial and third-party integrations built on modern API standards. Strong communication will be key, as you'll explain solutions clearly and produce high-quality technical documentation to support successful implementation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Integration Developer to join an international SaaS specialist where you will work on high-impact systems and help shape the future of their global platform. The Role: Develop and maintain secure, scalable integrations with financial and third-party systems Enhance the integration framework for performance, resilience, and cloud readiness Support customers and partners with integration setup and API usage Expand telematics integrations including event tracking and CO? reporting Implement structured logging, monitoring, and high-quality documentation Hybrid working, 3 days a week office based in Maidenhead The Person: Extensive commercial experience with C# / .NET in integration-heavy environments Strong understanding of REST, WebAPI, asynchronous messaging, and event-driven patterns Hands-on experience building fault-tolerant systems (queues, retries, circuit breakers) Proficient in integration security, authentication and encryption Reference Number: BBBH - 265656 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact 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.

Support and development of Scottish Government iTECS managed digital applications integrations architecture, including Oracle Cloud (OIC). Support the strategic management, delivery and maintenance of integrations managed by the SG as defined in the integrations catalogue, coordinating and advising on best practice as necessary. Review existing build pipelines, and make recommendations to improve code reuse, increase performance, tighten security, and optimise deployment performance. Support and agree strategies and technology that ensures the seamless integration of data. Support the provision of technical support and resolution for all digital integration incidents, problems and changes. Work closely with the Technical Delivery Manager and other specialists such as developers, engineers and programmers to ensure successful integration outcomes. Represent iTECS on various fora and boards as necessary.

SQL Server Database Engineer with SSIS Our Client is bank based in Central London – who are looking to recruit Database Engineer with at least 5 to 7 years sold expertise of working SQL Server SSIS and SSRS. Responsible for the development and delivery of pipelines (collect, validate and prepare high quality data) to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. Support existing SSIS ETLs (overnight and intraday), proactively fine-tune and enhance existing codes to increase robustness and error monitoring. Support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. Convert legacy Hyperion reports to SSRS. Software Development: Analysis of issues pertaining to problems or errors raised by in-house systems, i.e. CORE, SharePoint interface, Equation end of day cycle. Understanding business requirements in order to develop and deliver appropriate solutions based on system definition documents. Proficiency in advanced 4GL programming languages and able to apply to the fully development life-cycle. Database Support To build data pipelines within the SQL environment in SSIS packages, where required, introduce new field and data types for new information to be collated in the CORE environment. To build tabular models (SSAS) for different business units. To build reports based on business requirements using SQL SSRS. To integrate with all the Bank’s sub-systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Ensure that the environment is running optimally and with high standard house-keeping procedures. Sharepoint Integration: To integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. To utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. End of Day Cycle: To provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. To be able to analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. To take ownership of a problem and deliver a solution in a timely manner. Provide out of office hours support. Risk & Regulatory Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank’s Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and/or Head of Department. Training & Competence Complete all annual mandatory regulatory refresher training as per the Bank's training plans and deadlines. Proactively seek to complete recommended technical and behavioural competencies training required for your role. Act in accordance with the FCA/PRA Code of Conduct. Fulfil all prescribed business continuity requirements as set out in the organisational or departmental specific plans or as instructed by the Line Manager/Head of Department. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. MS SQL stack (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS) to high level of proficiency - Essential C# Programming / JavaScript programming - Desirable Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design good practice Dimensional modelling, Entity Relationship modelling, Normalised modelling. Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon, Kimball) The position is based in Central and you will be required to be in the office for 3 days a week. Please note the Client does NOT provide sponsorship. The salary for this position is in the range £60K – £75K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer Location: Liverpool City Centre on a hybrid working basis Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience We're looking for a passionate Senior Backend Developer who thrives on solving complex problems and building systems that scale. You'll be at the forefront of creating next-generation backend services that genuinely make a difference for our customers and business. In this role, you'll have the freedom to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to mentor others - because we believe learning and sharing knowledge is what makes a team truly exceptional. We believe great work happens when talented people have the best tools. That's why you'll have top-of-the-range equipment and a workspace designed for creativity, collaboration, and getting things done. What You'll Do: Build and maintain scalable microservices in .NET 8.0 and Azure. Write clean, testable code with a focus on performance and maintainability. Collaborate with product owners and designers to shape features from concept to delivery. Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers. Architect robust APIs and database solutions with clean, maintainable code. Deploy and manage applications using Docker and Azure cloud services. Contribute ideas, share feedback, and grow together with a team that values openness and collaboration. Bonus: Clean Architecture Understanding Clean Architecture and Mediator Pattern is a huge plus! If you have it, you'll help us build maintainable, testable systems that follow industry best practices. Our Tech Stack: Backend: C#, .NET 8.0, ASP.NET Core Database: SQL Server, Entity Framework Infrastructure: Docker, Azure Tools: Unit and Integration Testing, Git, Agile methodologies What We're Looking For: Proven senior-level experience building microservices running on Docker. Expertise in C#, .NET 8.0, and ASP.NET Core. Strong experience with SQL Server and Entity Framework. Hands-on experience with Unit and Integration Testing. A natural collaborator with strong communication skills - you thrive in a team setting. A culture fit who loves mentoring others, sharing ideas, and helping the whole team level up. Self-motivated, with a problem-solving mindset and a passion for building robust, scalable systems. Understanding Clean Architecture and Mediator Pattern is desirable but not mandatory. Bonus Points For: Understanding Clean Architecture, Mediator Pattern Solid grasp of asynchronous communication in distributed systems Experience with high-throughput, data-intensive systems Contributed towards systems utilising Event-Driven Architecture Why Join Us? Modern tech stack and a strong culture of engineering excellence Hybrid options within the UK Career progression into tech leadership or architecture Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing: Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor. Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary. Reward, Recognition and Culture: Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years' service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Software Developer, Senior System Developer, Software Engineer, Systems Developer, Software Tester, Backend Services, API's, API, Application Programming Interface may also be considered for this role.

Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Technical As Tech lead be responsible for the team’s design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical applications and solutions using C#, , MVC, SQL Work in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are defined and adhered to. Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Act as a technical coach or mentor, instilling a continuous improvement ethos, and explore opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a technical leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Work alongside the Head of Existing Systems and People Manager to provide guidance and facilitate issue resolution on a day to day basis Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team. Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Take responsibility for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guide more junior members in their personal development Coach and mentor colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends

Fullstack Developer - SC Cleared Our client is looking for two fullstack developers to join the team. You will have experience of delivery services at scale using JavaScript/HTML, Node.js, Spring Boot, REST APIs and event driven integrations on AWS. Technical skills: - Front end: JavaScript, HTML; responsive UI patterns and web standards. - Back end: Node.js and Spring Boot microservices; RESTful API design and API management (policies, rate limiting, security), EKS (Kubernetes), Containerisation (Docker). - Proficient in Kubernetes & Containerisation of Applications - Docker - Integration: data layer integration; event driven design with Kafka; NoSQL (MongoDB/DocumentDB). - Security: IDAM/IdP, SSO, RBAC, SSL/TLS, KMS (key management and envelope encryption patterns), Graph API. - Cloud operability: telemetry and logging on AWS; performance and availability monitoring. - Tooling & delivery: Jira, Confluence, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines; automated testing and code reviews. The role is based remotely and is inside IR35. The contract is for 3 months initially. 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.

C# .NET Software Developer with FX and Fixed Income Our Client is a niche boutique broker specialising in FX. They are looking to recruit a C# .NET Software Developer with at least 3 to 5 years proven track record of developing with C# .NET. The Client would like meet candidates ideally with some understanding Trading Floor projects to include Fixed Income, Risk Management, Swap Options and FX. You need to be resilient as you will be working closely with traders and developing financial trading systems so an understanding of FX instruments would be very useful. The Company is a fast growing dynamic brokerage firm, specialising in currency options and interest rate swaps. They are seeking a talented technologist to join the London team. You will be working in a fast paced, delivery focused environment where you will get the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the business rather than just ‘making up the numbers’. Initially reporting to the CTO, the successful candidate will become a key member of the global team. There will be a large amount of autonomy in the role, giving the candidate the opportunity to showcase their development talents, Responsibilities :- Re-architecting and building the in-house middle office platform and integrating with a new trading platform. Developing pricing toolsets Integrating to external reporting/tradeflow and pricing APIs. Maintaining the company’s daily operation on the existing platforms. Essential skills :- Minimum 3 to 5 years experience of Microsoft web technologies ( C#, Core MVC ) Relational database experience (SQL Server) Proactively able to build relationships with stakeholders:- sales, brokers, middle office, external vendors. Ability to produce clean, well-written, fully tested production ready software. Desirable skills :- Knowledge of the FIX protocol Knowledge of FX trade processing Basic knowledge of Foreign exchange products (vanilla/exotic options, fx cash) ( training will be given) Qualifications: Computer Science related degree preferred At least 3 years experience in a comparable development role. The Client is based in the City of London. The salary for this role will be £60K - £75K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

As a Front-End Developer at CGI, you’ll design and build engaging, high-performance web applications that deliver meaningful impact for clients across industries. You’ll use modern technologies like React.js and TypeScript to create seamless, responsive user experiences that drive digital transformation. Working in an Agile and collaborative environment, you’ll partner with designers, backend engineers, and consultants to bring ideas to life. You’ll also mentor others and help shape our front-end capability within a supportive, growth-focused culture that values innovation, ownership, and teamwork. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance.

Senior Software Developers/Engineers with Python, Terraform and Go Our Client is looking to recruit brilliant Software Developers/Engineers with upwards of 7 to 10 years solid proven track record of developing complex applications with Python coupled with Machine Learning and ideally Go. We’re looking to recruit initially 2 excellent Software Engineers to work with an existing team of 4 software developers on a very large strategic consulting engagement. Must be 100% trustworthy with real integrity – this is a highly sensitive project. Key skills Python Machine Learning ideally Terraform Go programming language If you are excellent with developing software with C++ and/or C# etc… then you can easily learn Go. Excellence is vital. Ideally have security clearance. Duration for this assignment will be 3 to 6 months initially with possibility of the role becoming permanent at some point in the future. The Client has offices in Central London and the project is based in Oxford - and are happy with remote working for the foreseeable future. They are absolutely committed to family-friendly operations with diversity & work-life balance. Daily rate for this assignment will be dependent on your expertise – but will be in the range £500 to £2000 per day. Please note we really are looking for the best software developers – the cream of the crop – or crème de la crème . Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Kotlin Developer Our client is looking for a software developer with experience of Kotlin. You will have Extensive experience in implementing server-side application development, maintenance and Enhancement using Kotlin and Ktor Framework. Technical skills include: Kotlin, Ktor framework, AWS integration, Postgres databases, Gradle build tool. Responsibilities: * Responsible to implement, maintain and enhance application. * Responsible to perform end to end architecture and design. * Responsible to fine tune performance, deliver quality code and develop test case automation. The role is based on a hybrid working model, 2 days onsite in London and 3 days from home each week. The contract is for 3 months initially outside IR35. To be considered please send your latest CV 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.

Icon Payments Developer 12 + Month contract Location: Hybrid. 2-3 days onsite in Knutsford 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 an Icon Payments Developer to join the team. We are looking for a highly skilled Icon Payment Framework (IPF) Developer with strong Java expertise to join our Payments Technology team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining payment processing solutions using the IPF platform, ensuring high performance, scalability, and compliance with regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: * Solution Development: * Design and develop payment processing solutions using Icon Payment Framework (IPF) and Java. * Customize and extend IPF modules to meet business and regulatory requirements. * Integrate Icon with upstream/downstream systems (e.g., core banking, fraud, AML, SWIFT, SEPA, FPS). * Technical Delivery: * Participate in the full software development lifecycle - from requirements gathering to deployment and support. * Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards. * Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and support UAT and production deployments. * Collaboration & Support: * Work closely with Business Analysts, Solution Architects, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality solutions. * Provide L3 support for production issues related to Icon and payment processing. * Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical workshops. * Compliance & Governance: * Ensure solutions comply with internal security, risk, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., PSD2, ISO 20022). * Maintain technical documentation and contribute to knowledge sharing across teams. Key Skills & Experience: * Ideally 5+ years of experience in Java development within financial services. * Ideally 2+ years of hands-on experience with Icon Payment Framework (IPF). * Strong understanding of payment processing systems, messaging standards (SWIFT, ISO 20022, SEPA, CHAPS, FPS), and clearing/settlement flows. * Experience with Spring Boot, REST APIs, JMS, and SQL/Oracle. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, JIRA, and Agile methodologies. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Preferred Qualifications: * Exposure to cloud-native development (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Knowledge of DevOps practices and automated testing frameworks. * Financial services background, particularly in transaction banking or corporate payments. 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.

As a Senior Java Developer at CGI, you’ll design and deliver robust, high-performing software solutions that help clients solve complex business challenges. You’ll play a leading role in building scalable, enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot, shaping technology outcomes that drive lasting impact. Working within a collaborative and Agile environment, you’ll guide and mentor others while applying your expertise to deliver projects that transform industries. You’ll be part of a culture that values ownership, creativity, and support, where your technical skills and ideas will help clients achieve meaningful results and where your career can grow in any direction you choose. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance.