Data Engineer | £425/day Inside IR35 | Initial 6-Month Contract | Newcastle / Manchester

Added 09/09/2026

Data Engineer | £425/day Inside IR35 | Initial 6-Month Contract | Newcastle / Manchester Location: Newcastle (2-3 days per week for the first 6 weeks), then approximately one day per month in Newcastle or Manchester.I'm currently seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join a large-scale digital programme, supporting the development of scalable data solutions and operational analytics capabilities within an Agile environment. This role sits between Data Engineering, Analytics and Observability, making it ideal for someone with strong experience across Qlik, Kibana and Elasticsearch, alongside expertise in data integration, pipeline development and cloud-native services. Public sector experience would be advantageous...

DevOps Engineer | Newcastle - 3 Days Onsite | £45,000 - £60,000 | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Added 08/09/2026

DevOps Engineer | Newcastle - 3 Days Onsite | £45,000 - £60,000 | 12-Month Fixed-Term ContractWe're seeking a DevOps Engineer to join a major digital transformation programme, helping to build, automate and support modern cloud-based development environments. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working with modern cloud technologies and making a tangible impact on software delivery. Key ResponsibilitiesBuild, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelinesConfigure and support tools including GitLab, Jenkins and SonarQubeAutomate build, test and deployment processesImplement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation or AWS CDKSupport cloud-based environments across modern platformsCreate and maintain automated...

AWS Data Engineer (Contract) - Oxfordshire

Added 08/09/2026

AWS Data Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35)  Location: Oxford  Working Patterns: Hybrid - 2 days on site, per week  Contract Duration: 6 months, extension likely  Opus have partnered with a leading manufacturer who're seeking an experienced AWS Data Engineer to help to design, build and optimise data pipelines to support business reporting, analytics and decision making.  You'll be working closely with engineering and technology stakeholders to help in the delivery of reliable data solutions.  The Role: This one is heavily focused on development and the maintenance of cloud-based data infrastructure. There is a strong focus on AWS Services, Data Modelling,...

Delivery Lead | £350/day Inside IR35 | Initial 6-Month Contract | Newcastle/ Manchester

Added 09/09/2026

Delivery Lead | £350/day Inside IR35 | Initial 6-Month Contract | Newcastle/ Manchester  Location: Newcastle (2-3 days per week for the first 6 weeks), then approximately one day per month in Newcastle or Manchester. We're currently seeking an experienced.Delivery Lead to support the delivery of digital products and services within a fast-paced Agile environment. This role is focused on hands-on delivery leadership rather than programme management or governance. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, helping to coordinate delivery activity, remove blockers, manage dependencies, and ensure teams remain focused on delivering value. Public sector experience would be advantageous but is not...

Business Analyst | Newcastle - 3 Days Onsite | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Added 08/09/2026

Business Analyst | Newcastle - 3 Days Onsite | £45,000 - £56,000 | 12-Month Fixed-Term ContractOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support a government client. This is a 12-month FTC based in Newcastle. Candidates must either be based locally or willing to relocate/travel to Newcastle. There will be requirements to attend offices, quarterly in-person meetings, and additional ad hoc workshops.LogisticsContract: 12 Months FTCLocation: 3 days onsite - Newcastle Eligibility: UK Security ClearanceResponsibilitiesTranslate user research and user needs into clear, actionable requirements.Work effectively with technical teams to produce build-ready requirements.Engage and collaborate with stakeholders across the programme.Facilitate workshops and...

Business Analyst (contract)

Added 07/09/2026

Business Analyst | IT Change & Transformation (Contract)  Pay Rate: £450 - 500 per day, Inside IR35 (Umbrella)  Working Patterns: 2 days on-site p/w in Exeter  Duration: 6 months initially, extension likely  Team: IT Change (enterprise, systems, business)  Description:   Opus are seeking an experienced Change & Transformation BA to support on multiple Waterfall projects and initiatives.  The successful candidate will work across multiple business and technology change initiatives, helping to define requirements, improve processes, and ensure successful delivery of projects within a predominantly Waterfall environment. Essential: Must bring significant experience contracting as a Business AnalystWithin reasonable commutable distance to Exeter ...

Data Governance Lead (contract)

Added 07/09/2026

Data Governance Lead Contract Length: 4 months | Remote (UK-Based) - **occasional travel may be requiredInside IR35: Up to £600 per day We're looking for an experienced Data Governance Lead to help drive and embed data governance best practices across a large organisation's Data & Analytics function. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and implementation of data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.Drive improvements in data quality, integrity, security, and lifecycle management.Partner with Data Owners, Data Stewards, Information Security, and wider business teams.Develop governance metrics and reporting for senior stakeholders.Conduct data profiling and data quality analysis within SQL databases.Promote a strong data governance...

Data Architect | 6-Month Contract | Outside IR35 | £600-£750/day | Hybrid (London)

Added 03/09/2026

Data Architect | 6-Month Contract | Outside IR35 | £600-£750/day | Hybrid (London)I'm currently recruiting for a contract Data Architect to play a key role in defining and delivering the organisation's future data strategy and architecture across a large transformation programme.  This position is focused on data architecture, data modelling, governance and solution design rather than hands-on engineering. You'll work across the wider business to understand the current data landscape, define the target-state architecture, and support the delivery of scalable, well-governed data solutions. A significant priority for the business is the development and maturity of its Product Data Domain, which...

Salesforce Lead-to-Cash Business Change Manager - Contract

Added 25/08/2026

Salesforce Lead-to-Cash Business Change Manager Contract: 3 Months Location: Remote IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Negotiable We are seeking an experienced Salesforce Lead-to-Cash Business Change Manager to support a major transformation programme focused on optimising and embedding Lead-to-Cash processes across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a change professional with strong Salesforce expertise and a proven track record of delivering successful business change initiatives within complex environments. Key ResponsibilitiesLead business change activities across a Salesforce Lead-to-Cash transformation programme.Drive stakeholder engagement across business and technical teams.Develop and execute change management strategies, communications, and adoption plans.Assess business impacts and support...

Contract D365 Business Central Techno-Functional Consultant

Added 17/08/2026

Outside IR35 | Remote | Long-Term EngagementI'm currently supporting a business that is looking to strengthen its Dynamics 365 Business Central capability with the appointment of an experienced Techno-Functional Consultant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys operating across business analysis, functional consulting and hands-on Business Central development, acting as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams. The organisation is looking for an individual who can take ownership of requirements, drive system improvements and deliver ongoing enhancements within an evolving Business Central environment. Key ResponsibilitiesGather and document business requirementsWork closely with stakeholders to understand and improve business...

Data Engineer | £450 | Outside IR35 | 3 Months Initial | Fully Remote

Added 11/09/2026

Data Engineer | £450 | Outside IR35 | 3 Months Initial | Fully Remote   We’re recruiting for two experienced Data Engineers for 3-Month contract roles with view to extend well into next year. These positions sit in the growing delivery team of one of our key public sector clients. These roles are determined as Outside IR35 and is offered on a fully remote basis.   Key Requirements  Strong Databricks development and data engineering experienceExpertise in ETL and ELT pipeline developmentHands-on experience with Microsoft Azure servicesExperience with Azure Data WarehouseProven Azure Data Factory experience  If this Data Engineer role sounds like a...

DevOps Engineer

Added 09/09/2026

We're looking for an experienced DevOps / Platform Engineer to help design, automate, and support modern cloud-based platforms and software delivery pipelines. You'll work within Agile delivery teams to improve deployment reliability, operational resilience, and engineering efficiency while driving DevOps best practices across the organisation. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code.Develop automation solutions to improve delivery speed, reliability, and scalability.Support containerised and cloud-native environments using Kubernetes and Docker.Implement monitoring, logging, observability, and alerting solutions.Promote DevSecOps practices, security controls, and operational excellence.Collaborate with engineers, architects, testers, and product...

Data Engineer - Oxford (On-site)

Added 09/09/2026

Contract Data Engineer - Oxford - On-site (5 days p/w)  I have a short piece of work available for an experienced contractor who's based within commutable distance to Oxford and able to commit to working on-site, 5 days per week.  Rate: £400 - 425 per day (Outside IR35) Duration: 5 weeks (could extend to Xmas)  Working Patterns: 5 days on-site per week  Location: Oxfordshire Interview Stages: 1 stage, face-to-face, next week.  The Project: Opus have partnered with a leading manufacturing client who're in need of a Data Engineer with strong scripting knowledge and migration experience to provide interim support for...

AWS DevOps Engineer

Added 04/09/2026

DevOps / Cloud Engineer (AWS) | Active SC Clearance EssentialDay Rate: £600 per day (Outside IR35) Location: Hybrid, London (1 day per week onsite) Contract Length: Initial 6 months Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required We are partnering with a leading government programme to recruit an experienced DevOps / Cloud Engineer to join a highly skilled cloud engineering function. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a large-scale digital transformation programme, helping to design, automate and support secure cloud environments that underpin critical public sector services. Working closely with architects, developers and security specialists,...

QA Engineer

Added 01/09/2026

Software QA Engineer | 6 Month contract | 400-475 InsideIR35 | On site 2 days per week into London | 6 Month initial contract  Key requirements:  Building a test automation framework from scratch, including architecture decisions, setup, and ongoing maintenanceJava for test automation, with the ability to write clean, reusable, and maintainable test codeProven ability to clearly explain the design approach and technology choices used when creating an automation framework (e.g. Java, Selenium, Cucumber)Solid experience implementing BDD frameworks using Cucumber, including feature writing, step definitions, and automation best practicesAPI testing experience, someone known to Backend rather than Frontend If this...