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Microsoft AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence Engineer This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence Engineer to join a thriving STEM business as they are growing their AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence centre of excellence Role details Title: AI Engineer / Azure Artificial Intelligence Engineer Location: can be either London or Glasow, and expectation is 1 or 2 days a week in the office with home working hybrid flexibility Permanent roles only, salary £60,000- £90,000 dependant on location and experience Technical stack: Azure AI solutions, including Azure OpenAI Service, Azure Cognitive Services, and Azure Machine Learning Requirements Extensive experience with Azure AI solutions, programming expereince (Python, C#, or Java) Thisis a brilliant new role, and an opportunity to join a business who are genuinley growing this team to be a future centre of excellence for the country. They are also a very supportive home working flexible working environment As an AI Engineer specialising in Azure Services, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining AI solutions within our organisation. Leveraging the Azure platform, including Azure OpenAI, Azure Vision and other Azure AI services, you will develop scalable, efficient, and effective AI models and systems to address business challenges, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities into our products and services will be a key part of your role. This is an opportunity to join a high functioning relaxed team that will significantly contribute to the digital transformation this STEM business Role requirements Strong Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, or Java, with a deep understanding of software development principles. Extensive experience with Azure AI solutions, including Azure OpenAI Service, Azure Cognitive Services, and Azure Machine Learning. Familiarity with Azure Databricks is a plus. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and experience implementing MLOps practices using Azure DevOps. Qualifications such as the following would be advantageous, however not necessary: Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Fundamentals / Associate Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Microsoft Data Scientist Associate For more information, and the chance to be considered, please do send through a cv- good luck To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

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.

Database Engineer with SQL and C# Our Client is a City based bank – looking to recruit a Database Engineer with at least 3 to 5 years expertise of developing and supporting SQL and C#. 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 Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Introduce new field and data types for new information to be collated in the CORE environment. To integrate with all the Bank’s sub-systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Build reports based on business requirements using Hyperion Interactive Reports. Ensure that the environment is running optimally and to utilise house-keeping procedures. Sharepoint Integration: Integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. Utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. End of Day Cycle: Provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. Able to analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. 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. Conduct Act in accordance with the FCA/PRA Code of Conduct. Business Continuity 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. SQL Programming. C# Software development. Knowledge and Skills C# Programming to high level of proficiency. Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Dimensional modelling Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) This is a Full-Time Contract initially for 6 months – but likely to become permanent. Salary for this position will be £55K - £60K per annum. The Client is based in the City of London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Graduate Firmware Engineer Salisbury - Hybrid £32,500 - £37,500 + Training + Progression + Holiday + Pension This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Embedded Design/Firmware Engineer to join a company that offers great progression channels and is a market leader established over 50 years. This company is an industry leader offering a variety of electronic tools for precise measurement and data recording. They even create custom electronics for unique needs and are known for user-friendly tools, making them a go-to business for environmental monitoring. This wide range of electronic products is then supplied to many sectors, giving them a global reach. In this varied role, you will be responsible for developing firmware applications primarily in C, while undertaking schematic designs and verification, and working with clients to specify and deliver custom projects. Additionally, contributing to company-wide improvement of software applications for existing products and ensuring all products are designed and documented in accordance with the company quality system is essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded C firmware development and analog interface design. Experience with communication technologies such as RS232, I2C, etc. is a key skill required to be successful within this role. Additionally, you will be proficient in using IDE tools, in-circuit debuggers, emulators, and laboratory equipment for hardware debugging. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Embedded Design/Firmware Engineer to join a market-leading company in a varied and exciting role. The Role: Firmware Development Schematic Design & Verification Client Project Delivery Quality Assurance & Process Improvement The Person: Proven track record in Embedded C Firmware Development Knowledge of Communication Protocols (RS232, I2C, etc.) Based locally or able to commute to Salisbury No Smoking or Vaping Reference Number: BBBH264424 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

C# Developer - C# / Sql server / Fixed income The Front office (Fixed Income) software development team requires an agile and versatile specialist and team player with mid level expertise in .Net/C# software. The role requires an experienced individual who is comfortable to work in close partnership with a variety of front office stakeholders, globally. Role details Title: Software Developer (software engineer) Technical stack C#.NET. Wider stack .Net, .Net Core, C#, SQL Server Permanent role, salary £60-75,000 Location: London City and home working hybrid Focus: Front office Fixed Income Requirements: Good experience with C# / Sql server / Fixed income The role requires design and development of new software, integration with vendor systems, participating in on-call rota support and following and expanding the established SDLC processes. It involves participating in projects such as ION Anvil and leveraging Neptune and other Front office systems. Technical skills Technically strong in C#. Net core SQL server database Business knowledge- front office fixed income- can develop in this area. You will be partnered with the fixed income business so they will want to understand your knowledge and skills in that area Softer skills Good energy, wants to work and develop, take responsibility and make a difference- personality is the most important thing. Team Leading skills- Can also develop some team leading and managing the avps/ follow scrums, sprints, report to more senior people. This is a thriving team, who are genuinely looking for developers who they can develop and grow for a long term career. For more information, and the chance to be considered, please do send through a CV- good luck To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Contract Location: Limerick, Ireland (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Contract: 6 months (potential extension) Rate: Competitive About the Role We are seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to join a team developing advanced medical device technology. This role focuses on embedded firmware development , secure systems , and hardware integration in a regulated environment. If you have strong C/C++ programming skills , experience with microcontrollers , and knowledge of medical device compliance , this is your opportunity to make an impact. Key Responsibilities Develop embedded firmware in C/C++ for 8/16/32-bit microcontrollers (Atmel, TI, ST). Design and implement secure bootloaders and robust software architecture . Integrate hardware interfaces ( RS232, RS485, SPI, I2C ) and peripherals ( RTC, LCD, EEPROM, micro-SD ). Perform unit and integration testing using automation and static code analysis tools. Debug hardware using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Ensure compliance with IEC 62304 , FDA , EU MDR , and ISO 13485 throughout development. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams in an Agile environment. Essential Skills Embedded firmware development experience (7+ years) with C/C++ for microcontrollers. Strong C/C++ programming skills for 8/16/32-bit microcontrollers (Atmel, TI, ST). Expertise in hardware interfaces (RS232, RS485, SPI, I2C) and peripheral integration (RTC, LCD, EEPROM, micro-SD). Knowledge of secure bootloaders , firmware updates , and software architecture principles. Familiarity with IEC 62304 , FDA , EU MDR , and ISO 13485 compliance requirements. Ability to debug hardware using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Desirable Skills Experience with CI/CD pipelines , configuration management, and cloud-based tools. Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies. Background in medical device development or other safety-critical systems. Why Apply? This is a chance to work on cutting-edge medical technology , applying your embedded firmware expertise , C/C++ programming skills , and regulatory compliance knowledge to projects that improve lives globally. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

DevOps Engineer with AWS To successfully build and deliver our next-generation cloud-hosted and cloud-native technology platforms. You will work within product teams responsible for the full software development life cycle, from conception to deployment. You will support the teams to ensure that solutions and products being developed consider all functional and non-functional requirements including support, maintenance, capacity, security and with a focus on performance. In addition, you will use your skills and experience to help implement DevOps practices across all of IT and drive the modernisation of our platform going forwards. Key accountabilities Build and maintain production and non-production environments to ensure high availability and cost optimization Build and maintain continuous integration and deployment pipelines to achieve fast, effect software delivery Improve performance and scalability of existing systems to meet functional and non-functional requirements Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure related issues to minimize incidents and achieve resolution SLAs Develop and document best practices for application build and deployment (CI/CD) Contribute to ensuring that applications perform to user expectations and are continuously improved and maintained Work with the Lead Software Engineers, Architecture team and the Solution Delivery teams to contribute to the on-time delivery of solutions and applications Obtain guidance and approval as required to advance activities and resolve issues Communicate regularly regarding the status of current software delivery activities, actively participating in all relevant Scrum ceremonies Maintain an up to date working knowledge of industry best practice in the areas of software engineering and development, supporting and mentoring Solution Delivery teams where necessary BS/MS degree in Computer Science or 4-8 years related experience AWS Certification(s) such as Solutions Architect Pro, DevOps Engineer Pro, SysOps Admin, Developer Associate. Ability to work effectively within a team and autonomously with minimal supervision Be confident with Infrastructure as Code and code release strategies. Have experience with application and infrastructure monitoring. Experience implementing and designing cloud native security concepts, DevSecOps, or MLOps. Agile development techniques and Project management (SCRUM, KANBAN etc.) You’ll be familiar with a cloud-native approach You have a curiosity for new technologies and a thirst for automation, standardisation, continuous integration and continuous delivery Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with individuals (internal and external) at all levels The ability to support people through change A strong problem solver and a self-starter with a ‘can do’ attitude. You will speak fluent English with excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient with Git and Git workflows Exceptional understanding of AWS, containerisation technology, infrastructure and strong technical design skills. Experience with the full software development lifecycle and delivery using Agile practices. Automating cloud native technologies, deploying applications, and provisioning infrastructure. Infrastructure as Code, using CloudFormation, Terraform, or other tools. Azure DevOps Pipelines JIRA & Confluence Knowledge of IP networking, VPN's, DNS, load balancing and firewall. Develop platforms with scalability, security and performance in mind, leveraging the cloud. 5+ years of experience as a technical specialist. 2+ years of hands-on experience of programming in languages such as .Net, Java, C++, Python, Ruby, Go, Swift or similar object-oriented language. Experience with AWS - including but not limited to EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda and CloudFormation Experience of SQL and Windows severs would be beneficial Hands-on experience with microservices and distributed application architecture, such as containers, Kubernetes, and/or serverless technology. Proficient in leveraging CI/CD tools to automate testing and deployment An expert who can create tooling and automation which improve developer experiences and speed of delivery. Experienced in working in an agile environment (Scrum / Kanban). You’ll be someone who is happy to work independently or collaboratively on multiple tasks. Overall you are a highly motivated DevOps engineer who is passionate about writing excellent code, have strong communication skills and keen to continuously learn and share knowledge with other The Client is happy to consider 2 days a week in the office or at a push 2 days a month. Salary circa £60K - £80K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Database Engineer with SQL Server Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. 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. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. SQL Programming. Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) The Client is a Bank based in the City of London. This is a 2 year FTC position with a salary of circa £65K - £70K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Support Analyst Engineer Our Client is looking to recruit an IT Support Analyst Engineer with at least 3 to 5 years experience in IT Network and Support ideally from a banking environment. Responsible for the support and maintenance of the IT infrastructure, and to provide IT support to staff and other group colleagues. To assist in the response to service outages and other IT related problems as well as maintenance and upkeep of for security of the systems in place To provide IT Support and assistance to branch staff concerning IT related matters in a timely fashion. • Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Branch by providing first line support of software, hardware and networking that incudes installation, configuration and troubleshooting. Support endpoint security standards (antivirus/firewall/patching/two-factor authentication). • Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope. • To assist the IT Manager in delivering various IT projects. • End User Computing support for all staff. • Coordinator between the London Users and Group IT Security on all requests for systems access and to ensure that such permissions are provided promptly, are regularly updated and that the Group Access Matrix Protocol is followed at all times. • Preserve the Assets of the Branch by implementing Disaster Recovery and back up procedures and ensuring that the standards comply with Group requirements. • Provide IT support to ensure the smooth running of daily and periodic reports for the London Compliance team to ensure adherence to the Anti Money Laundering Provisions . • Undertake Data Extraction for reporting requirements for all the other stakeholders at the branch. • To hold Administrator function for some of the systems housed at the Branch”. Responsible for the granting of access and maintenance of system matrix Overall networking equipment monitoring (i.e. Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support inclusive of the server room. • To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness. • Manage inventory of computers, network equipment including tracking of purchased equipment and services. • To maintain and ensure that the BCP site is always ready for continuous bank operations • To maintain the branch PABX system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times. • To perform monthly infrastructure test and report for Risk Assessment. • Manage Incident Handling procedure (This includes monitoring as well as post –incident follow up • Support the Branch operations as and when needed and any other tasks assigned by the General Manager of the Branch. • To comply with all applicable FCA/PRA conduct rules. • Compliance with all mandatory training as set by the Branch/Group. Bachelor or Master’s degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) At least 3 years of experience in IT ideally in the Banking/Financial industry in-depth knowledge of and troubleshooting experience with Windows, Office applications and conferencing applications. Technical/Functional skills - Proficient in common operating systems - Software proficiency - Networking (IT) - Proficient in programming languages - Project management - Data analysis Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) - Strong interpersonal skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills (in English) Strong stakeholder engagement The position is based in Central London. The salary will be in the range £40K - £45K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period for this exciting position.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced SRE to join our HPC & SRE engineering team. As an SRE, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, scalability, and performance of our services. You will combine software engineering and systems engineering to build, improve and run reliable, scalable production systems. Key Responsibilities Service Reliability & Performance Ensure services are stable, scalable, and performant through engineering best practices and system design. Proactively identify and address system bottlenecks using advanced problem-solving and performance tuning techniques. Conduct capacity planning and implement solutions to ensure systems can support current and future workloads. Incident Response & Troubleshooting Respond swiftly to production incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and quick restoration of services. Perform root cause analysis and postmortems, implementing lessons learned to prevent recurrence. Monitoring, Alerting & Observability Contribute to the design and implementation of effective monitoring and alerting systems using tools and dashboards. Improve observability of services, ensuring issues are identified and addressed before impacting users. Continuously refine monitoring practices to reduce alert fatigue and improve response times. Automation & Tooling Develop automation to eliminate manual, repetitive tasks and improve operational efficiency. Write clear, maintainable, and well-tested code to support automation efforts and system tooling. Drive initiatives to reduce operational toil and improve reliability through Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Service Level Objectives & Operational Improvements Contribute to the definition, tracking, and continuous improvement of SLOs, Service Level Indicator’s (SLIs), and error budgets. Identify and prioritize operational improvements that align with business goals and user experience. SRE Best Practices & Advocacy Helping to evangelize SRE principles across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate reliability practices into the development lifecycle. Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing Work closely with software engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to streamline deployment and operational workflows. Improve cross-functional collaboration and promote a culture of shared responsibility for service reliability. Documentation & Training Maintain accurate technical documentation, runbooks, and post-incident reports. Provide training and mentorship to engineering teams on best practices and tools. Main duties of the job Ensure services are stable, scalable, performant and automated. Respond to incidents, troubleshooting issues, and restoring services as quickly as possible. Prioritise operational service improvements to meet or increase SLO, minimising downtime. Ensure that effective monitoring/alerting is in place to proactively identify issues using tools and dashboards. Reducing times to respond to issues. Leverage automation to streamline tasks, reduce overhead on repeatable operations, reduce manual intervention and improve efficiency. Write code that is maintainable, clear, and concise. Optimise system performance using strong problem-solving skills to identify bottlenecks with an engineering mindset. Ensure systems can handle current and future workloads through automation and capacity planning. Continuously improve services through observability, and identify ways to improve observability practices. Follow SRE principles. Guide and educate stakeholders to adopt implemented principles. Provide technical documentation for engineers. Providing training, where appropriate. Working closely with engineering and technology teams to improve operational processes, reduce manual tasks, ensure seamless collaboration/knowledge sharing, reduce risks and adapt to new ways of working. This list is not exhaustive.

Senior Network Design Engineer Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Network Design Engineer, you will contribute to this by working collaboratively in service and project teams, and designing and implementing medium/large network solutions and changes to enable cost-effective services for our customer. We are looking for a Senior Network Designer Engineer to work on delivery opportunities. Your role will involve understanding the business and technical requirements and you will be responsible for the producing the relevant design collateral (including passing any governance reviews), providing hands on configuration and implementation support, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring effective handover to service and supporting the project team in its milestone deliverables. Key Skills and Experience *Strong technical networking knowledge with industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIS-ENT). *Experience with routing protocols, virtual routing instances, VPNs, and security zones. *Experience with network security products including Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). *Proficiency in F5, Cisco Secure Firewall, and Gigamon technology. *Demonstrable design experience with global network vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper). *Network device configuration, troubleshooting, and defect resolution skills. *Understanding of project life cycle from requirements gathering to operational acceptance. *Proven experience in network troubleshooting across multiple vendors and technology areas. *Excellent communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders. *Experience of performance testing of cyber monitoring tools (sizing, capacity management and planning, performance troubleshooting). Responsibilities: *Design and Deploy Functional Networks: Design and deploy networks (LAN, WAN) to meet the organization and customer needs. *Troubleshoot Network Issues: Diagnose and troubleshoot network issues, including those escalated by lower tiers of support. *Implement Network Security Measures: Design and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware from threats and unauthorized access. *Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with executive team members, decision-makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues. *Create and Maintain Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks, including network diagrams, configuration details, and operational procedures. *Mentor Team Members: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers and other team members, helping them to develop their skills and knowledge. *Automate Network Tasks: Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline network management tasks and improve efficiency. *Plan for Service Outages: Plan for and respond to service outages and other network-related problems, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. *Support Network Upgrades: Perform network maintenance and system upgrades, including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations. *Evaluate New Technologies: Stay up-to-date with the latest networking technologies and evaluate their potential benefits for the organization and our customers. Desired skills, experience, qualifications: *2+ years of experience with networking layer 2 and layer 3. *Good understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, VLANs). *Proficiency in network design and implementation tools (e.g., Visio, Cisco Packet Tracer). *Experience with network management and monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios). *Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. *Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. *Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIA. Additional Considerations *Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware / KVM / RHEV /Xen / ProxMox / CXP-NG is beneficial. *A strong understanding of data centre networking and technologies is advantageous. 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.

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.

Job Title : Lead Solution Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: From £70,000 dependent on experience, plus car allowance and bonus on top What you'll be doing: Optimise architecture solutions against schedules, scope, sequence, requirements, strategic objectives, cost elements and supportability Influencing at all levels from Director to Subject Matter Experts, whilst leveraging a team of experts and leading other architects to help gain agreement of architectures and solutions Design and implement enterprise level solutions leveraging the latest SIEMENS CAD & PLM software Integrate into existing CAM, MES and ERP solutions supporting quality, testing, construction and manufacturing processes Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to meet BAE'S Submarine programme needs Work with technology and software partners to resolve complex technical issues Develop and maintain and enterprise architecture frameworks, aligning business demand and strategy to industry proven practice, solution components and decisions Manage governance processes to ensure that the Solution build matches architectures and design review quality criteria's Your skills and experiences: Essential: Hold experience as either a CAD or PLM Consultant/Architect with broad understanding and experience of designing and implementing solutions to support large engineering programmes Have previously used an architecture repository toolset such as Enterprise Architect and an Architecture modelling framework Have an ability to communicate at all levels and at business change communication events Desirable: Have used JIRA and Confluence supporting agile delivery methodologies or similar collaboration technologies Experience of SAP and PE&O product suites or similar for use on large manufacturing projects Benefits: You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The IT Architecture Team: By joining the team, you will have a fantastic opportunity to be heavily involved in our largest Submarine programme and work with our external partners to support in the invention/creation of the submarine design and build. The shipyard has senior commitment and ambition to strengthen the submarine design discipline exploiting digital thread capabilities to improve business performance. The role will be part of the team inventing this future capability. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks #LI-Hybrid #LI-CB1

Role: Ai Tester Rate: Inside IR35 Location: Remote with occasional travel to Croydon Duration: 6 - months initially SC Clearance or Eligible Job Spec for AI Tester: -Strong understanding of machine learning concepts , algorithms and deep learning models to effectively test AI applications. -Strong understanding of use cases such as classification, text generation, text summarisation. -Good understanding of data quality and pipelines(Data and ML Pipelines) -Software testing experience with focus on AI testing , AI test planning including creation of AI test strategies and test plans. -Experience with testing Generative AI and Natural Language Processing(NLP) systems. -Experience in model evaluation and model testing. -Experience with model stacking and model integration testing of AI Machine Learning models for Quality, Robustness, and Performance. -Experience of Machine Learning testing for anomaly detection using Python libraries -Familiarity with AI frameworks and tools like TensorFlow, Pytorch, Keera or similar. -Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java or others used in AI. -Experience testing with models such as BERT, Meta LLAMA and XGBOOST. -Strong understanding of model evaluations including model overfitting and underfitting. -Experience with API testing on endpoints and data exchange formats -Experience with version control systems like GIT to manage and track changes to AI codebase. -Familiarity with metrics related to model classifications and an ability to analyse dashboard provided by cloud native services. -Understanding of cloud computing platforms like AWS and Azure. -Effective communication to work collaboratively with cross functional teams including developers and data scientists. Key AI areas & models used in Automation Centre: -Azure models specific to Classification : XGBOOST -AWS Sagemaker specific to Summarisation : Meta LLAMA 30B -Hugging face models on Azure -BERT for text generation or data creation 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 Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it’s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy’s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them. Providing innovation to government partners Delivering best-in-class solutions Working at the cutting-edge of technology It all matters Implement innovative fixes, even when they haven’t been previously attempted As a member of our exceptional team, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our infrastructure solutions running smoothly. Whether responding to incidents and rectifying technical problems, or identifying where performance could be optimised and security risks could be minimised, you’ll be ready to implement resolutions – while always ensuring your customers are receiving the highest quality service. There won’t always be an obvious solution if a problem hasn’t arisen before, but this is a unique chance to work with a skilled team and consult with specialists in order to resolve problems quickly and efficiently. Identifying patterns and trends in repeat issues and faults and determining the changes that need to be made, you’ll have the chance to develop your expertise every single day. Teamwork will be central to your success here, as you’ll be managing relationships with customers, external teams and suppliers, plus you’ll collaborate with colleagues across the department to explore innovative approaches to configuring, installing and reconfiguring our database and related products. That means you’ll be translating architect’s drawings, diagrams and data flows, and you’ll ensure less experienced colleagues are learning from you as you do so. With the ability to create, assess and update technical and functional documentation, you’ll relish the chance to maintain your own professional development and introduce the latest technologies to the team. Protect the UK’s interests by minimising security risks and optimising performance With significant experience in an agile ITIL environment including supporting systems operations in an enterprise setting, you’ll hold expert Microsoft product certifications. A practitioner-level knowledge of programming and supporting hardware, software and Cloud systems will be important, and you will have a proven track record of providing effective solutions in a high-pressured team. It’s therefore possible that you’ll come from a similarly security-focused background such as the MOD or equivalent. Bringing experience within Azure/AWS cloud deliverables. Having an overall administrative knowledge working in a cloud environment. Essential experience having worked with various monitoring applications and reporting tools. Having core skills in general infrastructure knowledge and understanding with networking principle understanding. Having experience with Backup solutions such as VEEAM Essential experience in AD/WINTEL such as DNS, Group Policy, PKI certificate authentication Bringing an analytical mindset to every challenge, you’ll be well-versed in problem and incident management, so you will be capable of drafting and interpreting professional and technical documents. A good understanding of change and release management is essential, and it would be desirable if you have experience of working within other ITIL4 environments. Pursue your goals in an organisation like no other But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at All our employees have to be security cleared to the highest level, so you’ll need to undergo a comprehensive vetting process before joining. Some of these roles require SC and some will require DV vetting. You can find out more about vetting on our website. And if you have a specific preference you can outline this on your application form. You can find out more about vetting at To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation. Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match

2 Level Application Support Engineer We are looking for a experienced technical engineer to join our growing Equities business. The platform you will be looking after is used by multiple trading desks servicing a diverse set of clients and instruments. As part of the wider platform team you will be working closely Developers along with technical, analysis and testing colleagues. Investigation and resolution of the work items at hand will require competent technical skills and a keen intellect. The business is a growth area, with current investments taking place in all of the technology, business and middle office areas. Primary Responsibilities: Monitor application components. Global support and includes weekend availability to troubleshoot production related issues and perform checkouts. Expertise in operating windows and Linux environment with good command over any scripting language such as Shell, Perl, Python, etc. Knowledge of configuration Management systems such as Ansible. Strong Knowledge of CI tools such Bamboo or Jenkins. Ability to work both independently and in groups in an energetic, diverse environment. Debugging the system and fixing the production related issues. Handles complex operational tasks and recommends process and technology changes. Build monitor tools for production environments. Expedient deployment of new systems. Capacity planning and support for increasing volumes and business growth. Knowledge of networking and storage concepts. Escalate / follow-up on permanent fix for development related issues. Provide solutions for application automation. Manage communication of system and application outages to the end users whenever required. Resolve complex application and technical problems. Build, test and install software in Dev, QA, Prod/DR environment. Support complex efforts involving Analysis, Design, Development and testing of various application components Desired Experience/ Skills: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics Previous career roles in Support Analyst coupled with experience within the Financial industry at least 3+ yrs. Expertise in operating windows and Linux environment with good command over any scripting language such as Shell, Perl, Python, etc. Basic knowledge of infrastructure concepts. Nice to understand Devops tools such Bamboo or Jenkins. Hands-on experience in support of a real-time trading environment. Knowledge of support applications that use high-performance messaging/middleware. Strong analytical, and verbal and written communication skills. Strong Knowledge of FIX protocol. Java, C#, C++ development skills set, nice plus. Personal Attributes Good communication skills, including the ability to write clearly. Able to function effectively as a member of a team. Proactive with respect to personal and technical development. The position is based in the City London. The duration of this contract is 12 months. The rate for this assignment is circa £400 per day. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you daily rate in GBP and availability.