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Program Test Lead 

We're seeking an experienced Program Test Lead to drive end to end testing and quality assurance for a large scale enterprise transformation program. This is a greenfield cloud migration involving the replacement of a business critical legacy platform with  modern AWS hosted, event driven architecture. You will take ownership of the program's testing strategy, governance, quality gates, vendor assurance, data migration validation and go-live readiness across multiple delivery streams. 

Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and execute the overall test strategy and master test plan.Lead testing across functional, integration, end-to-end, regression, UAT and non-functional domains.Establish and manage quality gates, defect management processes and test governance frameworks.Drive complex data migration and reconciliation testing between legacy and new platforms.Coordinate testing activities across vendors, internal stakeholders and external integration partners.Oversee release readiness, cutover planning and production verification activities.Manage test reporting, risk management and executive-level quality communications.Support the implementation of test automation frameworks and AI enabled testing practices. Technical Environment 
AWS (Fargate, SQS, SNS)Event-Driven Architecture (EDA)API integrations (REST, SOAP, GraphQL)Kong API GatewayPlaywright / TypeScriptJira & XrayCI/CD PipelinesPerformance and Security Testing frameworks Must Have Experience
10+ years' experience in software testing and quality assurance.Proven background leading testing functions for large-scale transformation or legacy modernisation programs.Strong experience managing vendors, systems integrators and multi stream delivery environments.Deep expertise in integration testing, data migration testing and complex enterprise ecosystems.Exposure to AWS hosted platforms and event-driven architectures.Experience with test automation practices and CI/CD delivery models.Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to provide executive-level quality reporting and Go/No-Go recommendations.Hands-on experience with Jira/Xray or similar test management tools. Desirable ExperienceLarge scale regulatory, supply chain, logistics or highly integrated enterprise platforms.AI assisted testing, agentic QA frameworks or modern test automation approaches.ISTQB Test Manager, ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst or equivalent certifications. This is a great opportunity to lead the testing strategy for a high profile transformation program delivering a modern cloud native platform. You'll work across multiple stakeholder groups, complex integrations and large scale data migration activities while influencing critical delivery and production readiness decisions. Read less

Looking for AI Engineers to start at a newly funded AI start up company 

Skills- 
Python/ .Net with 3-5 years commercial AI experienceHands on Agentic AI (Orchestration, LLM integration)Experience designing, builting, deploying and testing AI Agents into live and commerical environments Azure DevOps, CI/CD, Github Actions Exposure to Copilot, Claude Code (or similars) 
Details-
6 month initial contract Outside IR35 Fully remote All applicants must have full right to work and live in the UK Read less

Salesforce Marketing Cloud Consultant | 3-Month Contract | Outside IR35 | January Start

I'm currently working with a client in the Health & Beauty sector who are looking for an experienced Salesforce Marketing Cloud Consultant to join them on an initial 3-month contract engagement starting in January.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a growing B2B environment, helping to optimise customer journeys, marketing automation, and CRM processes across the Salesforce ecosystem.

Key Skills & Experience RequiredStrong hands-on experience with Salesforce Marketing CloudSolid understanding of Sales Cloud and Service CloudExperience working with Salesforce Data CloudStrong expertise in designing, building and optimising Salesforce FlowsAbility to gather requirements and translate business needs into scalable Salesforce solutionsComfortable acting as both a consultant and a technical specialist, advising stakeholders and driving best practiceStrong knowledge of customer journey design, segmentation and marketing automationAbility to work closely with sales, service and marketing teams to improve processes and data utilisationApex development experience is not required, although a technical background would be highly beneficialDesirable ExperiencePrevious experience within the Health & Beauty industryExperience working in B2B environmentsSalesforce certifications would be advantageousExperience delivering Salesforce transformation or optimisation projectsContract DetailsInitial 3-month contractOutside IR35January startCompetitive day rateIf this is of interest, please respond with your most up to date CV and I'll give you a call if you look like a good fit. Read less

AWS DevOps engineer | 3 Month contract | 1 Day per week east london | 450 InsideIR35
 
Our client is a leading consultancy looking for a DevOps engineer to help with their AWS ECS estate for a client within the government sector. 

Key requirements:
SC ClearanceSomeone known to AWS environmentsImplement robust observability of our AWS ECS estate (observability tools/frameworks to be discussed) Review infrastructure build to date using Terraform according to best principles and make changes if needed Assist in managing cutover of traffic from old to new infrastructure Design and create robust CI/CD pipelines using AWS Codepipeline  
AWS DevOps engineer | 3 Month contract | 1 Day per week east london | 450 InsideIR35

Active SC clearance is needed, please apply with your up to date CV if interested. Read less

Salesforce Technical Architect | £520 | Inside IR35 | 3 Months Initial | Hybrid London
 
We’re recruiting for a Salesforce Technical Architect for a 3-Month contract role. This position will play a vital part on one of our key clients ongoing Salesforce transformation programme. This role falls Inside IR35 paying £520 per day, requiring 2-3 days per week of onsite work in Greater London.
 
Key Requirements:

Demonstrated experience architecting enterprise-scale Salesforce transformation programmesStrong enterprise and technical architecture expertise across the Salesforce platformPrevious experience with Agentforce and Data Cloud solutions is preferredStrong stakeholder engagement skills across both business and technologyExperience collaborating within large, multi-disciplinary teams and delivery environmentsExperience with Service Cloud and Financial Services Cloud is beneficial 
If this Salesforce Technical Architect role sounds like a good fit and you’d like to know more, please apply with your most up‑to‑date CV and I’ll be in touch.
 
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Service Delivery Specialist | Security Cleared | Coordination | Customer Success | Defence | Cheltenham/London | £35k

Are you an experienced service delivery professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment? We're recruiting a Senior Service Delivery Specialist to join a leading technology and training organisation, supporting the delivery of critical learning programmes within a highly secure government environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys stakeholder engagement, programme coordination, service improvement, and building strong client relationships while working on impactful projects.

Due to the nature of the account, you will be required to hold or be willing to undergo DV clearance.

What You'll Be Doing
Acting as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholdersCoordinating the delivery of bespoke training programmes from onboarding through to completionDeveloping and maintaining programme plans to ensure successful delivery against contractual requirementsManaging learner onboarding, stakeholder communications, scheduling, and programme administrationMonitoring programme performance, gathering feedback, and producing insightful reportsLeading service delivery reviews and presenting outcomes to clientsManaging risks, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvementProviding commercial and portfolio updates to internal teams
What We're Looking For
✅ Proven experience in service delivery, programme coordination, customer success, or account management
✅ Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
✅ Excellent verbal and written communication skills
✅ Confident presenting to clients both virtually and face-to-face
✅ Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
✅ Analytical mindset with experience producing reports and interpreting data
✅ A proactive, solution-focused approach to problem solving
✅ Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
✅ Eligibility to obtain or hold DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance (currently SC)

What's on Offer?
🌟 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
🌟 Holiday purchase scheme
🌟 Private medical insurance
🌟 Healthcare cash plan and wellbeing support
🌟 Employee Assistance Programme
🌟 Cycle to Work scheme
🌟 Employee discount platform
🌟 Company pension scheme
🌟 3 dedicated development days per year
🌟 Access to industry-leading technology and business training
🌟 2 paid charity days annually
🌟 Early finish every Friday

Why Apply?
You'll be joining one of the UK's most respected learning and technology organisations, partnering with major public and private sector clients to deliver transformational skills and capability programmes. This role offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders, meaningful career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to projects that make a real difference.

Email me for more info: [email protected]

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We're on the lookout for contract AWS DevOps engineers for our consultancy partner who are supporting a major UK Government Agency on a large-scale cloud transformation programme to join a high-performing delivery team. The role is paying £500-£550 inside IR35, and will involve weekly visits to their London HQ.
 
You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and platform services within a secure AWS environment. Working alongside architects, developers, security specialists, and product teams, you will help drive DevOps best practices and ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of critical services.

Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient AWS cloud infrastructure.Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and related tooling.Build and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support rapid and reliable software delivery.Automate deployment, monitoring, and operational processes.Collaborate with development and platform teams to embed DevOps principles and best practices.Implement cloud security controls and ensure compliance with government standards.Required Skills & Experience
Essential
Strong commercial experience as a DevOps Engineer, Cloud Engineer, or Platform Engineer.Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services including:EC2VPCIAMRoute 53RDSS3CloudWatchLambdaECS and/or EKS Read less

Role: Test Lead 
Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Location: Bedfordshire, UK (Remote hybrid with 1-2 days)
Duration: 2 months (Likely Extension)
Start: ASAP

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Test Lead to join a large-scale digital transformation programme. This role will take ownership of the end-to-end testing strategy, ensuring quality is embedded across multiple Agile delivery teams and that solutions are thoroughly tested before release.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Test Lead who enjoys remaining technically involved, leading by example, and working closely with delivery, engineering, and operational stakeholders to drive quality across complex systems and integrations.

Key ResponsibilitiesDefine, own, and deliver the overall test strategy across multiple Agile squads.Establish and maintain quality standards, acceptance criteria, and testing practices aligned to the programme's Definition of Done.Lead all phases of testing including functional, integration, regression, system, and end-to-end testing.Design and execute test scenarios covering complex business processes and critical user journeys.Ensure robust validation of offline-capable mobile and handheld applications, including synchronisation and data integrity following reconnection.Coordinate testing activities across teams and third-party suppliers.Work closely with the Test Automation Engineer to define and implement the automation testing approach.Oversee API, integration, and data validation testing across interconnected platforms.Manage and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with operational and frontline business users.Identify, track, and communicate testing risks, defects, quality metrics, and release readiness.Provide clear reporting and recommendations to project and programme stakeholders.Essential ExperienceProven experience as a Test Lead on large-scale Agile delivery programmes involving multiple teams.Strong hands-on testing background with the ability to design, execute, and review test scenarios.Experience testing mobile or handheld applications that operate offline and synchronise data when connectivity is restored.Strong API testing and system integration testing experience.Experience working within Azure environments and CI/CD delivery pipelines.Ability to manage testing activities across complex technology landscapes involving multiple stakeholders and third-party systems.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Desirable ExperienceRetail, hospitality, field operations, or customer-facing operational systems experience.Experience testing AI-powered search and intelligent search capabilities.Experience supporting the migration or replacement of legacy systems and platforms.Exposure to automated testing frameworks and test automation strategies.What We're Looking For
We are looking for a practical, delivery-focused Test Lead who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and getting involved in the testing activities, not just overseeing governance and reporting. The successful candidate will be proactive, collaborative, and capable of driving quality across a fast-paced Agile environment.

Apply Now
If you have a strong background in leading testing across complex Agile programmes and are looking for a long-term Outside IR35 contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Read less

Role: Test Engineer
Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Location: Bedfordshire, UK  (Remote hybrid with 1-2 days)
Duration: 2 months (Likely extension)

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join a fast-paced Agile delivery team working on mobile and operational platforms. This is a hands-on testing role focused on ensuring high-quality releases through functional, integration, regression, end-to-end, API, and data testing activities.
You'll work closely with Product Owners, Engineers, Business Users, and the Test Lead to validate solutions, identify defects, and support successful releases into production.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, execute, and maintain functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end test scenarios.Validate user stories, business processes, and operational workflows.Perform testing on real mobile/handheld devices.Conduct API testing using tools such as Postman.Validate system and application data using SQL queries.Raise, track, and manage defects through to successful resolution.Collaborate with Developers, Product Owners, and stakeholders throughout the delivery lifecycle.Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities and release readiness.Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards.Essential Skills & ExperienceProven experience as a Test Engineer within Agile delivery environments.Strong background in functional and exploratory testing.Experience testing mobile applications and user-facing systems.Hands-on API testing experience using tools such as Postman.Good SQL skills for data validation and troubleshooting.Strong defect management and reporting experience.Ability to engage confidently with technical teams and business stakeholders.Proactive, pragmatic approach with the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment.Desirable ExperienceExperience within retail, hospitality, or frontline operational systems.Exposure to workflow-driven or configurable platforms.Knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks.Experience supporting large-scale business transformation or digital programmes.
Apply Now If you're a hands-on Test Engineer with strong mobile, API, and data testing experience and enjoy working in collaborative Agile teams, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration. Read less

Location: Newcastle (Candidates must be based locally and have the right to work in the UK)
Salary: Up to £50,000
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract with a view to becoming permanent
Clearance: SC Eligible

We're supporting a major technology programme and are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a growing Agile engineering team based in Newcastle.
This is an excellent opportunity for a developer who enjoys building modern microservices, working within cloud environments and contributing to large-scale digital transformation projects. You'll be joining a collaborative team where engineering quality, automation and continuous improvement are central to the development approach.
The role offers long-term stability with a clear pathway from FTC to permanent employment and would suit somebody looking to work within a secure, highly governed environment whilst continuing to develop their technical skills.
What You'll Be DoingDeveloping and maintaining Java-based applications and microservicesBuilding scalable services using Java (JDK 11+) and Spring BootSupporting the design and development of modern microservice architecturesWorking closely with Architects, DevOps Engineers and Technical LeadsSupporting end-to-end integration between technical componentsParticipating in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, sprint reviews and retrospectivesContributing to code reviews, testing activities and engineering best practiceWorking with cloud and infrastructure teams to deploy secure and scalable solutionsSupporting continuous integration and continuous delivery initiativesEssential ExperienceStrong commercial Java development experienceExperience with Java Development Kit (JDK 11+)Strong Spring Boot experienceExperience developing APIs and microservicesUnderstanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Experience working within Agile delivery environmentsStrong understanding of engineering best practices and coding standardsExperience with Git-based source control and branching strategiesKnowledge of Continuous Integration and automated testing approachesAbility to work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholdersDesirable ExperienceWebLogic Server (Enterprise Edition)CAS SDK experienceAWS or other public cloud platformsContainer technologiesTest Driven Development (TDD)Continuous TestingDevOps tooling and practicesExperience working within secure or regulated environmentWhat's on Offer?Salary up to £50,00012-month FTC with strong opportunity to convert into a permanent positionHybrid workingModern technology stackLarge-scale development programmeSupportive Agile engineering environmentImmediate interview processTo be considered, you must be SC eligible and currently living and working within commutable distance of Newcastle, or willing to relocate.

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