Senior AWS DevOps/Platform Engineer (EKS) Up to £550 per day (Outside IR35) 6 Month Contract Hybrid working, 4 days remote - 1 day on-site in South London My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior AWS DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in EKS to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and evolving the clients AWS cloud infrastructure and ensuring its reliability, scalability, and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EKS Services, AWS services, automation tools, and DevOps practices. The client is looking for someone who is passionate about technology, enjoys problem-solving, and has a collaborative mindset. You must have SC Clearance or be eligible for SC Clearance; Lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement and maintain cloud infrastructure on AWS. Use AWS EKS as a system that can streamline and optimize. Collaborate with development teams to ensure that infrastructure is properly architected to support their applications. Develop and implement automated tools and processes for deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of infrastructure and applications. Develop and maintain policies and procedures for security, compliance, and disaster recovery. Optimise infrastructure for high availability, fault tolerance, and cost efficiency. Have the ability to inspire and motivate team members, delegate tasks effectively, and provide clear direction is essential. Manage and mentor Junior DevOps engineers. Requirements and Skills: 5+ years of experience in AWS cloud infrastructure design, implementation, and management. Extensive experience in EKS optimisation. Extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code - Terraform. Proficient programming skills in at least one language, preferably Python or Go. Extensive experience of deploying cloud platforms at scale using AWS Organisations/Control Tower/Landing Zones/Guardrails. Expert level experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Jenkins. Extensive background in Configuration Management and Automation. Background in Linux/Unix systems administration. Expert level experience in AWS Networking/TCP/Firewalls/Certs. Advance proficiency with containers and container orchestration tools such as Docker, EKS and Kubernetes. Strong Scripting skills in Bash, JavaScript or similar. Experience with serverless architecture, frameworks and services such as SAM, Lambda and API Gateway. Experience with CI/CD pipeline development and management. If you think if you are right for this role, please apply ASAP.

Business Analyst 6 months initial contract Hybrid working; London - 40% on-site & remote £625/day Inside IR35. As you will be working within a Central Government department you will need current SC Clearance. We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join a highly collaborative team in a large public sector organisation. As the Business Analyst you will have a strong background in business analysis, coupled with a keen understanding of cybersecurity concepts, risks, and technologies. The role; Understand and analyse user and business needs, ensuring outcomes are aligned with service vision and business strategy. Challenge constructively to achieve solutions that are fit for purpose. Facilitate collaboration and lead effective communication with all stakeholders to support design, build and delivery. Employ a range of tools and techniques to gather business and user requirements against the clear objectives articulated for the project. Determine the need and value of performing the activity based on the context. Evaluate requirements against the present state and the target state and identify opportunities to develop successful business requirements. Assist Business Improvement teams with identification of BAU enhancements and their solutions. Engage with policy and strategy to ensure business systems, workflows and processes contribute to the target operating mod. If you think you are right for this role please apply.

Microsoft 365 Support Engineer (SC Cleared) 9-month contract Central London (Onsite, Full-Time) £525 - £625 per day (Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced Microsoft 365 Engineer to manage, maintain, and enhance Microsoft 365 technologies across a large-scale enterprise environment. The successful candidate will ensure optimal service delivery, value for money, and robust security for M365 services while providing expert support and implementing new features and strategies. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the ICT Service Delivery team to build modern, scalable, and secure IT systems. Manage, maintain, and optimize M365 technologies including Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and related products. Ensure high availability, performance, and security of M365 services. Promote and advocate for the internal M365 toolset, ensuring full utilization to drive efficiency and cost savings. Liaise with users, architects, and business areas to develop solutions and leverage M365 features for operational benefits. Stay updated on new Microsoft features/releases and share relevant insights with business areas. Monitor, manage, and maintain M365 services such as Entra ID, Exchange (Online/On-Prem), Teams, SharePoint, and Intune. Investigate and resolve service faults, ensuring performance and security. Apply updates, patches, and feature releases to M365 services while documenting best practices. Lead technical innovation and recommend system improvements. Essential Experience & Skills Expert knowledge of Microsoft 365 technologies, including Exchange, OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Power Platform, and Azure Services. In-depth experience with Exchange Online, on-premises Exchange, and hybrid environments. Knowledge of enterprise mobility and security (Intune MDM & MAM, Entra ID, Identity, Threat Protection). Expertise in Teams governance, voice, and video services. Active Directory/Entra ID management. Proficiency in Microsoft licensing management and Azure subscriptions. Experience with PowerShell Scripting and automating workflows using Power Automate. Proven ability to translate business requirements into actionable technical milestones. Strong technical documentation skills. Demonstrated experience leading M365 implementation projects in large enterprise environments. Desirable Skills & Experience Relevant certifications in Microsoft 365 (eg, MS-102). Higher education qualifications in IT-related areas. Network security certifications. Familiarity with government/public sector IT legislation. If you're a proactive Microsoft 365 expert with a passion for innovation and delivering value in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this role.

Lead Software Engineer (JAVA) 1 Year Contract Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in London) £750 - £850 per day (Inside IR35) SC Cleared or eligible for SC Clearance We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to lead, innovate, and guide best practices in software craftsmanship within a high-impact team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and delivering high-quality software products, ensuring operational stability, resilience, and quality. This position offers the chance to contribute to citizen services and lead teams in alignment with robust Architecture and Engineering principles. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement reusable libraries and services, setting strategic direction for product lines and the Software Engineering Community. Develop and drive medium- to long-term strategies for software products, ensuring best practices are followed across the department. Provide technical leadership to multiple Software Engineering teams, mentoring team members and promoting their professional growth. Lead discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions on best practices within the Software Engineering community. Support the resolution of infrastructure issues and provide third-line support for developed products, including occasional out-of-hours support as needed. Required Skills & Experience: Java SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra Advanced knowledge in SQL and Kernel tuning, explain plans, partitioning, and meeting Recovery Point and Time Objectives. Git Development, build, and testing of interfaces between systems Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Batch Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration Test Driven Development with JUnit and Jasmine, user testing, and automated test frameworks Linux (RHEL) - including patching, securing, and use of Bash Scripting Jira, Confluence, Slack Microservices Architecture and API design (RESTful APIs, Swagger, OpenAPI) Behaviour Driven Development (Cucumber) Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes High availability solutions including EDB failover manager RPC transport mechanisms (HTTP, Shared Memory) Strong familiarity with OWASP Top Ten standards, Denial of Service, SQL Injection, and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled software engineer to lead, mentor, and develop best practices within a dynamic, high-impact environment.

Senior Test Engineer (Python) Outside IR35 £400 - £450 per day SC Cleared or eligible for SC Clearance City of London - (1 day remote) Digital Skills are pleased to be working with a leading specialist in Testing. We are supporting this client in sourcing some expert Senior Test Engineer with superb Python and Automation skills. You will be working predominantly on site in Central London with 1 day a week remotely Required Skills Excellent Python skills Automation skills in Selenium Hands-on experience with Selenium-Python, Pytest, Pytest-BDD Strong knowledge of REST API (RestAssured, Postman) Version control in Git Experience with CI/CD tools, especially Jenkins. You will be Responsible for Test Automation; Developing (from Scratch) and maintaining automated test scripts using Python and Selenium. You will also be responsible for API Testing; Design and execute automated tests for REST APIs to ensure functionality, performance, and security. This role touches on Test Strategy; helping to define, document, and implement test strategies and methodologies for both new and existing features as well as Bug Tracking. You will be required to Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking tools (eg, JIRA).and work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide timely feedback on test results. This role works in an open-source environment, using Python, AWS and Selenium. If this sounds like you, and you are able to come to London, please do apply. You will be required to undertake a technical evaluation as part of the recruitment process

Data Engineer 5-month Contract Location: Hybrid - London, Newcastle or Coventry (3 days per week onsite) Rate: Up to £358 per day (Inside IR35) Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to support the development and implementation of advanced data solutions for a high-profile public sector organization. This role requires hands-on experience with Azure technologies, data transformation, and integration. The successful candidate will play a key role in building and optimizing data pipelines, integrating varied data sources, and contributing to innovative data solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement robust data solutions using the Azure technology stack (Data Factory, Data Lakes, Notebooks, Synapse Warehouse). Integrate and work with diverse data sources, including on-premises databases, Data Lakes, and ERP systems. Perform complex data transformations using PySpark and SQL, employing optimization techniques to ensure efficiency. Design and maintain scalable data models and implement warehousing concepts. Document data pipelines, processes, and models for future reference. Collaborate on API integration projects to enhance data connectivity and accessibility. Apply basic machine learning techniques to support predictive and analytical capabilities. Preferred Skills Experience with Microsoft Fabric. Essential Qualifications Practical expertise in Azure-based data engineering. Strong understanding of data modelling and warehousing principles. Proficiency in PySpark, SQL, and API integration. Demonstrated ability to work with varied data sources and complex data transformations. Effective data documentation and collaboration skills. This is an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer looking to contribute to meaningful projects within a dynamic environment. If you bring hands-on Azure experience and a passion for innovation in data solutions, we encourage you to apply.

Senior Software Engineer (JAVA) 1 Year Contract Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in Leeds) £700 - £800 per day (Inside IR35) SC Cleared or eligible for SC Clearance We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead, innovate, and guide best practices in software craftsmanship within a high-impact team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and delivering high-quality software products, ensuring operational stability, resilience, and quality. This position offers the chance to contribute to citizen services and lead teams in alignment with robust Architecture and Engineering principles. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement reusable libraries and services, setting strategic direction for product lines and the Software Engineering Community. Develop and drive medium- to long-term strategies for software products, ensuring best practices are followed across the department. Provide technical leadership to multiple Software Engineering teams, mentoring team members and promoting their professional growth. Lead discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions on best practices within the Software Engineering community. Support the resolution of infrastructure issues and provide third-line support for developed products, including occasional out-of-hours support as needed. Required Skills & Experience: Java SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra Advanced knowledge in SQL and Kernel tuning, explain plans, partitioning, and meeting Recovery Point and Time Objectives. Git Development, build, and testing of interfaces between systems Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Batch Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration Test Driven Development with JUnit and Jasmine, user testing, and automated test frameworks Linux (RHEL) - including patching, securing, and use of Bash Scripting Jira, Confluence, Slack Microservices Architecture and API design (RESTful APIs, Swagger, OpenAPI) Behaviour Driven Development (Cucumber) Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes High availability solutions including EDB failover manager RPC transport mechanisms (HTTP, Shared Memory) Strong familiarity with OWASP Top Ten standards, Denial of Service, SQL Injection, and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled software engineer to lead, mentor, and develop best practices within a dynamic, high-impact environment. If you have a passion for quality and stability in software engineering and are ready to take on a senior leadership role, we encourage you to apply.

Senior DevOps Engineer Contract Type: 12-month Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 40% office-based) Rate: Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to join a highly collaborative team in a large public sector organisation. The successful candidate will act as a technical lead for a shared-services capability team within Working Age Services, bringing expert skills to develop, secure, and support cloud-based platforms and CI/CD processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead DevOps initiatives, emphasising Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) over manual processes. Design, implement, secure, and support Unix/Linux-based platforms (RHEL/CentOS preferred) and develop solutions using Bash, Python, or Go. Develop and support cloud platforms on AWS, ensuring robust and efficient service delivery. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI & Jenkins experience preferred). Design and execute best practices for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Packer, CloudFormation, and Cloud-Init. Essential Technical Skills: Proven experience in DevOps, with a strong background in CI/CD processes. Advanced skills in Unix/Linux platform management and automation using Scripting languages. Strong background in cloud-based application platforms, particularly AWS. Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for scalable and secure environments. Demonstrated ability to work and lead effectively in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment. Additional Technology Experience (Two or more of the following): Data Persistence: MongoDB/Atlas Messaging/Events Platforms: Kafka Observability Tools: Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Zabbix, CloudWatch Container Platforms: ECS/Fargate, Kubernetes, Rancher, Nomad Secrets Management: Hashicorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager Public Key Infrastructure: Hashicorp Vault, AWS Certificate Manager Identity Management: Entra ID, Keycloak Desktop Infrastructure: JAMF, ESET, Okta/Entra Security Standards: TLS & PKI, Cloud Security, CIS Benchmarks, NCSC Cloud Security Principles, DAST/SAST Cloud Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, VPC Peering, Service Mesh (Linkerd, Istio, Consul Connect, Lattice) This is an excellent opportunity for a DevOps professional with a passion for developing secure, scalable platforms in a fast-paced public sector environment. If you bring hands-on experience with cloud and DevOps practices and are ready for a dynamic role, we encourage you to apply.