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Software Engineering (Manager) 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Remote 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 Software Engineering (Manager) to join the team. Key Responsibilities; Responsible for digitization systems and technologies ● Digitizing documents using machine learning, AI technologies at an enterprise scale ● Manages effective stakeholder engagement across all levels. This includes the ultimate users of the platform and operations personnel. ● Encourages creativity and challenges traditional thinking to solve business problems. ● A talent multiplier who enables the digital teams to drive focus and increase velocity. ● Ensures the solution is able to scale to deliver standard business specific platform accelerators. ● Keeps abreast of industry trends through benchmarking, participation in professional associations, etc. in order to lead strategic business direction of the vertical. ● Lead, mentor, and grow multiple scrum teams of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. ● Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, fostering their professional development and technical expertise in areas such as Python, Machine Learning, Large Language Models, and microservices. ● Champion a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement within the engineering teams. ● Identify and address technical challenges and risks, proactively finding solutions to ensure smooth project execution. ● Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new engineering talent. ● Manage team performance, providing regular feedback, conducting performance reviews, and identifying opportunities for growth. ● Ensure effective communication within the teams and with stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and dependencies. Key Skills & Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 3+ years in technical management/leadership roles overseeing multiple software development teams. ● Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex software projects using agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). ● Expert level understanding of software system design, data systems, microservices architecture, and data analytics. ● Ability to effectively plan, prioritize and execute projects, communicate status, foresee risks, flag issues, seek help, and be committed to a culture of continuous improvement. ● Strong technical proficiency and hands-on experience in: ○ Large Language Models (LLMs): Familiarity with the concepts, architectures, and applications of Large Language Models. Experience leading teams working with LLMs for various use cases. ○ Microservices Architecture: Deep understanding of microservices design patterns, development, deployment, and scaling. Experience leading teams building and maintaining microservices. ○ Excellent leadership, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. ○ Ability to travel up to 20% of the time ○ Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at various levels. ○ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines. ○ Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). ○ Experience with data engineering and data pipelines. ● Ability to understand business problems, bridge with technology capabilities and design solutions. ● Ability to look across the technology landscape and understand the structure and relationships other applications have to enable an effective data interchange and data ingestion. ● Be able to communicate effectively with users, partners, leaders, and executives at all levels. ● Exceptional customer service skills, in addition to extensive experience working in a matrixed org. ● Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and teams with competing priorities. Experience with Agile teams and delivery. ● 5+ years development experience with REST APIs and integrations 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 Title: Confluent Engineer Location: London Duration: 27/05/2026 Days on site: 2-3 Rate INSIDE IR35 £402.75 PER DAY MUST BE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: * Role Title: Senior Software Engineer - Confluent Streaming Platform Role Purpose * We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Confluent Platform, Apache Kafka, and Apache Flink to support the introduction and evolution of Intact's enterprise streaming capabilities. This role sits within the Integration function, responsible for enabling real-time data, event-driven architecture, and high-performance integrations across the organisation. * The ideal candidate will contribute to the design, development, and scaling of Intact's Confluent-based streaming platform, supporting teams across the organisation in adopting event-driven approaches. * This opportunity sits within a significant cloud-modernisation programme, leveraging Agile and DevOps practices to continuously deliver business value. Key Accountabilities * Deliver engineering tasks across the Confluent Streaming Platform, including the design, development, testing, and deployment of event-driven services and data pipelines. * Develop Kafka topics, schemas, and streaming applications using Kafka, Kafka Connect, Schema Registry, and Flink. * Collaborate with architects and platform teams to shape the event streaming roadmap. * Provide subject-matter expertise in distributed streaming and event-driven architecture. * Review streaming applications produced by other engineers, ensuring quality and best practices. * Troubleshoot production streaming issues and conduct root-cause analysis. * Promote platform standards, governance models, and reusable patterns. * Collaborate with vendor teams and Confluent professional services. * Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and technical discussions. Customer Conduct Framework * Understand how FCA Conduct Rules apply to this role and consistently demonstrate behaviours that support positive customer outcomes and safe data handling. Functional / Technical Skills * 6+ years of software engineering experience, including 3+ years hands-on with Confluent / Apache Kafka. * Experience designing and building distributed streaming applications using Confluent Platform components. * Strong understanding of event-driven architecture concepts (event streaming, event sourcing, Pub/Sub, stream processing). * Experience with Avro/JSON/Protobuf, schema evolution, and Schema Registry. * Integration experience with backend systems such as SQL/NoSQL databases, APIs, and cloud data platforms. * Familiarity with API design, data modelling, and microservice integration patterns. * Proficient with Git, Jira, Azure DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes. * Working knowledge of AWS and/or Azure. * Strong understanding of clean code, reusable component design, and Agile/DevOps practices. Decision-Making Authority * Makes decisions on design and implementation of streaming components within agreed architecture and standards. * Provides expert guidance impacting platform reliability, performance, and integration quality. * Escalates risks, issues, and architectural concerns appropriately. Please send 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.

IT Operation s Platforms and Security Lead This role requires excellent management of a small team in IT along with managing stakeholders and vendors. You must be hands-on technically in IT Infrastructure. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. The role requires a proactive leader who can drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks, focus on continual service improvement, drive transformational delivery projects, and work effectively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver a high-quality Global IT services. Working in line with the Architecture defined IT principle of a "buy before build" environment, the individual will need to ensure that outsourced and cloud-based services are robust, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs and the Strategic IT vision. They will also play a key role in enhancing cybersecurity, protecting data and systems, driving transformative operational change, enhancing IT processes and ensuring compliance with governance bodies and industry regulations. Due to the nature of the role, complexity Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Soft Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. Summary of Skills Required: Global Enterprise level Infrastructure Management position for the last 5 years, Global team management (human resources, strategic delivery, operational service, audit lead for Infra, budget..) Key - 3 party operational infrastructure vendor management - i.e management of managed service partners, Migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Cloud services platforms, Legacy tech to Azure knowledge/experience, Prior to the last 5 years, a technical infrastructure engineering level background, working on Windows Server, AD , SQL environments, Firewalls/SDWAN, and Networks (WAN &/or LAN). The Client is based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £100K plus Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

FrontEnd Developer with Javascript Using the latest technologies, processes and tools to deliver state of the art web applications and innovation experiments (PoCs) Be responsible for translating business requirements into robust, scalable and reusable solutions Working as part of multi-disciplinary agile pods with other technical, creative and business roles Participate in engineering discipline, best practice and standards compliance within Innovation Programme and HSBC IT Requirements: 3+ years’ commercial experience The ideal candidates for this role will have expertise in the following: JavaScript / react.js / jQuery / npm / CSS / Sass / Less / HTML 5 / bootstrap Experience in consuming REST APIs and utilising JSON for web applications CI/CD - tools such as Jenkins, Nexus Version control and collaboration - GitHub Knowledge is desirable, but not essential in the following: Microsoft SharePoint 2013/Online – publishing features Good working knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS, Azure and GCP Agile methodologies – Scrum, Kanban Agile Tooling – Jira, Confluence, Slack In addition to the details listed above, the ideal candidate will have a mindset of an Innovator: curious, meticulous, connected, creative and communicative The Client is based in Krakow Poland – you will be working remotely for now – but will require to be available for meetings in Krakow Poland. The salary for this role is up to PLN 16K per month. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you salary and availability.

Your transferable skills and experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of contract negotiation Stakeholder management skills Business risk management skills Key Responsibilities Design and Development: Design, build, and deploy automation solutions that integrate AI/ML models into existing systems and workflows. Process Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify opportunities for automation and define requirements. Coding and Programming: Develop automation scripts and build pipelines for data ingestion, preprocessing, and feature engineering, often using languages like Python, Java, or R. Testing and Maintenance: Conduct extensive testing, troubleshoot issues, monitor system performance and accuracy, and apply updates or improvements as needed. Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software developers, and IT teams, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of AI solutions. Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain clear technical documentation and generate reports on performance metrics and potential for further optimization. Knowledge of and experience in Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, C#, R). Experience with ML frameworks/libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and MLOps practices. Knowledge of automation tools (RPA software like UiPath, or orchestration tools like Airflow, Kubeflow). Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to bridge technical and non-technical teams. Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset to keep up with evolving technology. 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.

Senior Laravel Developer Swindon (Hybrid - 3 days per-week) £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Progression + Pension + Holidays + Progression An excellent opportunity awaits an experienced Laravel/PHP Developer to join a growing business. This role offers strong technical variety, and clear progression opportunities to progress into a team or technical leadership role. This company is an established but expanding B2B business, with technology as its key differentiator they're looking to further grow and diversify their SaaS solutions offering to their client base. In this role, you'll take ownership of both new and existing systems, including maintaining legacy code where required. You'll be hands-on across Laravel applications, APIs, and third-party integrations, working as part of a multidisciplinary team as the platform grows. As a smaller but scaling business, you'll have real influence over the product, codebase, and technical direction long term. This role is hybrid based 3 days per week in the Swindon office. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Laravel and PHP and some front end knowledge. Ideally you will have cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) as well. This role suits an experienced developer where you can transition into a Lead Developer position in the short to medium term. This is a great opportunity for a Senior PHP/Laravel Developer looking for ownership over development and direction in a role that offers support, progression, and development opportunities. The Role: * Take ownership of new and existing systems mainly in PHP/Laravel, including legacy code, with responsibility for how they evolve * Lead the hands-on development of a growing software suite across Laravel, APIs, and third-party integrations * Contribute to and shape technical decisions around product direction, scalability, and architecture * Hybrid role based in Swindon, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office The Person: * Strong commercial experience with PHP and Laravel, comfortable owning and improving existing systems * Full-stack developer with solid SQL/database experience; cloud exposure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is beneficial * Looking for a senior role with real ownership and a clear path into Lead Developer responsibility * Based within commutable distance of Swindon with full UK right to work 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.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named one of the World’s Best Employers by Forbes. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) — making you a member, not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity and building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent. We proudly hold a Gold Award for our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. The Space, Defence and Intelligence (SDI) business unit is a true IT Systems Integrator. We design, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems that help keep the UK safe and secure. Our work spans space, defence, intelligence, aerospace, and maritime domains, underpinned by strong cyber capability and close collaboration with global technology partners, SMEs, and academia. Our roles are only available if you hold a UK Security Clearance and are a sole UK National due to the secure nature of the project. You will either hold a higher level clearance or be willing to obtain it. Any individual without security clearance is welcome to apply and will always be considered for this or wider opportunities in CGI, where appropriate. We are expanding our cloud engineering capability to support: ~Large-scale cloud transformation and migration programmes ~The build and operation of secure, multi-cloud platforms ~Highly regulated, mission-critical environments You will join a collaborative, hands-on engineering culture with strong support for learning, certification, and career development.

Role Title: Delivery Project Manager Location: Fleet Duration: 31/12/2026 Days on site: 2-3 Rate £358 Inside IR35 MUST BE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: Delivery Project Manager - Cloud Based Cards Infrastructure Gateway Role Overview We are seeking a delivery-driven Project Manager to lead end-to-end implementation and modernization of a cloud-native Cards Infrastructure Gateway-the core switching, routing, and security layer that processes real-time card transactions across issuing and acquiring ecosystems. The role spans delivery governance, cloud infrastructure orchestration, platform engineering, scheme integrations, and partner/vendor coordination. You will drive multi-region deployments, zero downtime releases, PCI compliant architectures, and modern, scalable payment processing built on cloud-native services. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities 1. Delivery Leadership (Cloud Transformation & BAU Change) * Own delivery of cloud-native gateway initiatives: migration from on-prem to cloud, infra re-platforming, API gateway modernization, resilience uplift, and regional expansion. * Shape delivery strategy across Agile/Hybrid models; manage scope, budget, timelines, and resource plans. * Lead proactive RAID management for distributed cloud infra and multi-system dependencies. 2. Cloud-Native Platform & Technical Coordination * Drive workstreams across key components of a cloud-native gateway: o Microservices, API Gateway (Kong/Apigee/AWS API Gateway/Azure APIM) o Event streams (Kafka/Pulsar) o Service mesh (Istio/Linkerd) o Kubernetes (AKS/EKS/GKE) and containerized workloads o Cloud load balancers (ALB/NLB), WAF, NAT, VPC/Virtual Networks o Cloud HSM / KMS for cryptographic operations and PIN/token security * Govern multi-region active-active deployments and ensure traffic distribution, failover, and DR patterns. * Oversee implementation of NFRs: performance/latency, scalability, 99.99% availability, auto-scaling, observability, and compliance. 3. Cloud Security & Compliance * Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, data encryption standards, tokenization, and cloud security guardrails. * Coordinate HSM/KMS integration, cryptographic key ceremonies, and secure API authentication (OAuth2, mTLS). * Govern cloud access, IAM roles, network isolation, and regulatory audit readiness. 4. Stakeholder, Vendor & Scheme Coordination * Lead delivery interactions with Visa, Mastercard, Amex, payment processors, and cloud service providers (AWS). * Manage SoWs, SLAs, and multi-vendor dependencies across platform engineering, networks, SRE, and security. * Navigate scheme certification cycles, cloud service limits, change windows, and release gates. 5. Governance, Reporting & Financials * Drive steering committees, architecture forums, and platform governance meetings. * Provide transparent reporting: milestones, burn-up charts, risk heatmaps, dependency matrices. * Manage CapEx/OpEx budget for cloud infrastructure, consumption-based costs, and resource optimization. 6. Cloud Testing, Observability & Operational Readiness * Govern performance testing using cloud-native tools and distributed load strategies. * Ensure robust observability: logs, metrics, tracing (CloudWatch/Prometheus/Grafana/Splunk/OpenTelemetry). * Deliver runbooks, operational dashboards, SRE onboarding, and production readiness gates. 7. Cutover, Multi-Region Deployment & Transition * Own migration and cutover strategy for moving gateway workloads to cloud with minimal user impact. * Coordinate DR, region failover tests, and resilience validation. * Ensure smooth handover to SRE/BAU teams with SLAs, OLA documentation, and monitoring frameworks. ________________________________________ Required Skills & Experience Domain Expertise o Authorization flows o ISO 8583, EMV, Tokenization o Scheme mandates & certifications * Expertise in cloud-hosted payment routing, scheme connectivity, and secure transaction processing. Cloud & Infrastructure Skills * Strong delivery experience in AWS cloud environments. * Coordination across: o Kubernetes (AKS/EKS/GKE) o API Gateway / Service Mesh o Event streaming (Kafka/Pulsar) o Cloud HSM (AWS CloudHSM, Azure HSM, GCP Cloud HSM) o KMS, IAM, security groups, VPC, firewall rules o IAC (Terraform/CloudFormation/Bicep - exposure preferred) * Understanding of cloud scalability models, distributed systems, caching layers, and CI/CD pipelines. Delivery & Governance * Proven track record managing high-availability, low-latency cloud platforms. * Large-scale migration experience (on-prem ? cloud) is highly desirable. * Strong vendor and partner management across schemes, cloud providers, processors, and SI partners. Soft Skills * Excellent communication with senior stakeholders, engineering leads, and business heads. * Strong risk framing, decision-making, and negotiation capability. * Ability to drive delivery across large matrix enterprises and multi-disciplinary teams. ________________________________________ 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.

* Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. * Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, distributed systems). * Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modelling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. * Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modelling, performance considerations, and observability. * Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerisation. * Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. * Strong understanding of data modelling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. * Ability to work across the full delivery lifecycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition. Desirable Skills & Experience * Experience with enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite). * Knowledge of UK government digital service standards, architecture frameworks, and assurance processes. * Understanding of Domain-Driven Design or event-driven architectural approaches. * Exposure to SRE, platform engineering, or infrastructure architecture disciplines. * Experience contributing to architectural communities of practice or governance forums. * Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments. Personal Attributes * Strong systems thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to understand complex environments quickly. * Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast-changing environments while maintaining architectural clarity. * Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to building trust with stakeholders at all levels. * Dedicated to continuous learning, technical curiosity, and staying current with emerging technologies. * Pragmatic and outcome-focused, balancing long-term architectural quality with short-term delivery constraints. ________________________________________ Technical Environment The assignment covers a diverse mix of modern cloud-native services and legacy enterprise platforms. Exposure to some of the following areas would be beneficial: * Modern languages and frameworks including Ruby, Java, and Python * AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, platform as a service tooling * Engineering practices such as DDD, TDD, CI/CD, automated testing and Git workflows * Multi-tier platform strategies including centralised data and business logic layers * Enterprise Oracle software including ERP components * Mac-based development environments and public GitHub repositories ________________________________________ Our Values We are committed to a culture built on purpose, transparency, collaboration, and respect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support an inclusive environment where people can thrive. ________________________________________ ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED 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.

Role Summary You will design and implement the serverless infrastructure that powers the Knowledge Platform. Your work will involve managing complex data relationships in a Graph Database (Amazon Neptune), orchestrating AI workflows via Amazon Bedrock, and crucially developing the Feedback API. This API is the cornerstone of our "Human-in-the-Loop" strategy, allowing clinical experts to provide structured feedback on AI-generated content, which in turn matures our machine learning models and ensures clinical safety. Key Responsibilities · API Development & Feedback Loop: Design and maintain robust REST/GraphQL APIs, including the specialized Feedback API which captures human validation of AI-extracted facts and semantic triples. · Knowledge Graph Engineering: Develop SPARQL/Gremlin queries and data mutation patterns for Amazon Neptune to manage complex clinical taxonomies and content relationships. · AI Orchestration: Build backend integrations with Amazon Bedrock for Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), entity extraction, and automated content tagging. · Search Infrastructure: Implement and optimize hybrid search logic, combining vector embeddings in Amazon OpenSearch with structured graph traversals. · Serverless Workflows: Design and deploy event-driven architectures using AWS Lambda, Step Functions, and EventBridge to handle complex content processing pipelines. · Data Integrity & Security: Ensure all data handling complies with NICE security standards, using KMS encryption and robust IAM roles within the AWS London Region. · Collaborative Discovery: Work with Infrastructure Architects and UX Designers during the discovery phase to ensure technical feasibility and system performance. Technical Stack & Skills Backend Mastery (Essential) · Languages: Expert-level Python (preferred for AI/Data) or Node.js/TypeScript. · Cloud Native AWS: Deep experience with AWS Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and SQS/SNS. · Database Expertise: Proven experience with Graph Databases (Amazon Neptune / SPARQL) and NoSQL environments. · Search Technologies: Experience with OpenSearch or Elasticsearch, specifically regarding vector database capabilities. AI & Data Integration (Highly Desirable) · Generative AI: Familiarity with LLM integration (Amazon Bedrock, LangChain, or similar frameworks). · Feedback Systems: Experience building "Human-in-the-loop" (HITL) systems where user input directly influences data model accuracy. · DevOps/IaC: Proficiency in Terraform, AWS CDK, or CloudFormation to manage infrastructure. Behavioural Skills for Success · Systems Thinking: Ability to understand how data flows from a raw clinical document into a structured "triple" in a graph database. · Security-First Mindset: A rigorous approach to data validation, especially given the high-stakes nature of national healthcare guidance. · Iterative Delivery: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where requirements evolve based on discovery findings and user testing. 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.

Datadog developer 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: London Max 2-3 days onsite p/w 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 a Datadog developer to join the team. We are seeking a highly skilled Datadog Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong developer mindset to join our client engagement onsite in the UK. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing observability within modern application and cloud-native ecosystems, working closely with development, SRE, and platform teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on Datadog expertise, strong coding/scripting skills, and experience embedding observability into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for large-scale, mission-critical systems. Your responsibilities: Datadog Platform Engineering * Design and implement end-to-end observability solutions using Datadog across metrics, logs, traces, RUM, synthetics, and events. * Develop and maintain custom dashboards, service maps, and business journey views aligned to application and business KPIs. * Configure and optimize alerts, monitors, and SLOs/SLIs to ensure actionable and noise-free alerting. * Drive Datadog best practices adoption across application and platform teams. Developer Enablement & Instrumentation * Embed Datadog APM, OpenTelemetry, and custom instrumentation into applications (Java, .NET, Python, Node.js, etc.). * Partner with developers to ensure observability-by-design during development, testing, and release cycles. * Develop reusable instrumentation libraries, tagging standards, and data models. * Support shift-left observability across CI/CD pipelines. Cloud & Container Observability * Implement Datadog monitoring for cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP) including services, networking, and security signals. * Enable deep observability for containerized and Kubernetes environments (EKS/AKS/GKE, OpenShift). * Optimize telemetry ingestion, sampling, and cost management. Automation & Integration * Build automation using Python, REST APIs, Terraform, or CI/CD tools for Datadog onboarding and configuration. * Integrate Datadog with ITSM, incident management, and collaboration tools (e.g., ServiceNow, PagerDuty). * Support automated incident detection, enrichment, and diagnostics. Performance & Reliability Engineering * Perform performance analysis and root cause investigations using Datadog telemetry. * Support capacity planning, resilience testing, and reliability improvements. * Participate in post-incident reviews and drive continuous improvement actions. Stakeholder & Onsite Responsibilities * Act as the Datadog technical face-off for UK-based stakeholders and client teams. * Collaborate with application owners, architects, and SRE teams in onsite workshops and design sessions. * Provide guidance, documentation, and knowledge transfer to client teams. Key Skills & Experience: * Strong hands-on experience with Datadog (APM, Infra, Logs, RUM, Synthetics, Dashboards, Monitors). * Solid programming experience in Java, Python, .NET, Node.js, or similar languages. * Experience with OpenTelemetry and distributed tracing. * Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and microservices. * Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container observability. * Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps practices. Experience * Ideally 6-10+ years of experience in software engineering, SRE, or observability roles. * Proven experience delivering observability solutions in large enterprise or BFSI environments. * Experience working in onsite / client-facing roles, preferably in the UK or Europe 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 Title: PAM Engineer Location: Wokingham Hybrid - 50/50 Duration: 25/09/2026 / role starts with a 6 months contract MUST BE TROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: Qualifications - Relevant certifications (e.g., CyberArk Defender, CISSP, CISM) - Experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructures - Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration Key Responsibilities - Design, deploy, and manage PAM solutions (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea) - Implement least privilege access models and enforce secure credential management - Monitor and audit privileged access activities across systems and applications - Integrate PAM tools with SIEM, IAM, and other security platforms - Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation for PAM operations - Conduct regular access reviews, privilege audits, and risk assessments - Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure seamless PAM integration - Provide technical support and troubleshooting for PAM-related issues - Stay current with industry trends, threats, and best practices in access management Required Skills & Qualifications - Experience in PAM engineering or cybersecurity roles - Proficiency with PAM tools such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or Delinea - Strong understanding of Active Directory, LDAP, and authentication protocols - Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation and reporting - Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) - Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills Please send 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.

Our client is looking for a Data Scientist/Engineer to work on an initial 6 month contract, Outside IR35. This would be working on a hybrid basis in Milton Keynes, and candidates would require an active DV clearance prior to starting the role. Key Qualifications * Must have proficient skills working on Large Language Models (LLMs). * Proficiency in evaluating, deploying and using on premise open source technology stacks. * Proficiency in Azure Cognitive Services, which includes Azure Language Service, Azure Text Analytics, Azure Speech Service, and other AI-related offerings. * A good understanding of OpenAI's GPT models and how it integrates with Azure services. This includes knowledge of GPT's capabilities, limitations, and available features. * Strong programming skills in Python for working with Azure services and data manipulation. * Good understanding of databases e.g. Postgres * Proficient knowledge of back-end programming languages like NodeJS, Python and/or Golang * Proficient knowledge on one of front-end technologies like React or Angular * Hands on technical Skills related to Backend development. * Experience with AWS and GCP is an added advantage. * Demonstrated Cluster Management knowledge and experience using platforms including - Kubernetes, Rancher, Helm, Docker * Familiarity with Figma for UI Mockups * Cloud certification at a developer or equivalent level is an added advantage. * Azure AI Certification or equivalent is an added advantage. * Familiarity with Data engineering and Machine learning models 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 18 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.

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. 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 the highest level of UK Security Clearance. This position will be working out of client sites near Chippenham and Reading.

* Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. * Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (e.g., microservices, APIs, distributed systems). * Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modelling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. * Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modelling, performance considerations, and observability. * Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerisation. * Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. * Strong understanding of data modelling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. * Ability to work across the full delivery lifecycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition. Desirable Skills & Experience * Experience with enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite). * Knowledge of UK government digital service standards, architecture frameworks, and assurance processes. * Understanding of Domain-Driven Design or event-driven architectural approaches. * Exposure to SRE, platform engineering, or infrastructure architecture disciplines. * Experience contributing to architectural communities of practice or governance forums. * Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments. Personal Attributes * Strong systems thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to understand complex environments quickly. * Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast-changing environments while maintaining architectural clarity. * Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to building trust with stakeholders at all levels. * Dedicated to continuous learning, technical curiosity, and staying current with emerging technologies. * Pragmatic and outcome-focused, balancing long-term architectural quality with short-term delivery constraints. ________________________________________ Technical Environment The assignment covers a diverse mix of modern cloud-native services and legacy enterprise platforms. Exposure to some of the following areas would be beneficial: * Modern languages and frameworks including Ruby, Java, and Python * AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, platform as a service tooling * Engineering practices such as DDD, TDD, CI/CD, automated testing and Git workflows * Multi-tier platform strategies including centralised data and business logic layers * Enterprise Oracle software including ERP components * Mac-based development environments and public GitHub repositories ________________________________________ Our Values We are committed to a culture built on purpose, transparency, collaboration, and respect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support an inclusive environment where people can thrive. ________________________________________ ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED 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.

We’re seeking Senior Software Engineers to accelerate our client's transformation by embedding modern, secure engineering practices across their cloud platform. In this role you’ll lead the design and delivery of automated, resilient CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines on Azure, shape cloud-native .NET/React solutions, and upskill teams so the organisation reliably delivers higher-value outcomes for customers. You’ll take ownership of quality and security, drive practical innovation, and be supported by a collaborative delivery team. 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. This is a hybrid position.