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Director of Engineering (Platform Intelligence) Location: Remote About the Role Accelerant is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead one of our full stack engineering teams within the Product & Technology group. This role combines people management with strong project management discipline and Agile practices. You will be responsible for developing engineering talent, managing cross team dependencies, and enabling your team to build high quality, impactful SaaS applications. Core Responsibilities • Team Development & Mentorship: Invest in your team members by promoting continuous growth, offering guidance and support, and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment., • Project Planning & Execution: Own end to end project delivery. Define scope, create realistic timelines, identify risks early, break down initiatives into milestones, and track progress against commitments., • Agile Process Ownership: Serve as the Agile champion for your team. Ensure consistent execution of Scrum ceremonies, track sprint metrics, and refine processes to improve predictability., • Stakeholder & Dependency Management: Build relationships with business stakeholders, Product Management, Design, and partner engineering teams. Communicate status, manage expectations, flag risks early, and coordinate across teams to prevent blockers., • Technical Roadmap Ownership: Partner with the team Architect on technical direction and design decisions. Contribute to quarterly planning and OKR definition. Balance technical debt reduction with feature delivery., • Engineering & Operational Excellence: Drive engineering best practices and scalable solutions. Own production reliability, lead incident response and post mortems, and improve system stability., • AI Tooling & Adoption: Champion the adoption of AI tools and practices within the team. Evaluate and implement AI assisted development tools, establish best practices for AI augmented workflows, and drive measurable improvements in developer productivity., • Performance Management: Monitor and guide the performance of your team members, providing regular feedback and helping each individual reach their career potential. Technical Requirements • Full Stack SaaS Understanding: A solid understanding of full stack SaaS applications and best practices is necessary to effectively support and guide teams., • API Integration Experience: Strong experience consuming external APIs and integrating third party services. Understanding of API contracts, versioning, health monitoring, and production readiness requirements., • Machine Learning & Data Science Familiarity: Basic understanding of machine learning concepts, model deployment, and inference APIs. Ability to collaborate effectively with Data Science teams on model integration and productionization., • Data Platform Familiarity: Familiarity with data pipelines and modern data platforms. Experience with Snowflake, data warehousing concepts, or similar technologies is a plus., • Familiarity with the Stack: Familiarity with our stack, which includes TypeScript (for both frontend and backend), Svelte, Node.js/Nest.js, AWS, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), is preferred, though experience with similar technologies is also valuable., • Agile Tooling: Proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Jira, including workflow configuration, reporting, and dashboard creation. Qualifications • Experience: 5 to 7 years as an engineering manager, ideally leading full stack teams in a SaaS environment. Track record of delivering complex software projects on time., • Agile Expertise: Deep understanding of Agile principles and Scrum methodology. Scrum Master or similar certification is a plus., • Cross Team Collaboration: Proven experience working with data teams, whether Data Science, Data Engineering, or Analytics. Ability to bridge technical discussions across different engineering disciplines., • Operational Mindset: Experience owning production systems, leading incident response, and driving reliability improvements. Comfortable with on call responsibilities and production support., • Leadership Skills: Proven track record of effective team leadership, performance management, and fostering a positive, growth oriented environment., • Strategic Mindset: Strong analytical skills, able to make data driven decisions, and balance between hands on support and strategic planning. About Accelerant Accelerant is a data-driven, technology-fueled insurance platform that empowers underwriters to more effectively serve their insureds. We're using advanced data intelligence tools to rebuild the way that underwriters share and exchange risk. With a current focus on the small and medium-sized businesses that power our global economy and their niche insurance needs, we align incentives to improve outcomes for everyone. Our full-service risk exchange supports our carefully selected, best-in-class network of underwriting teams. We leverage granular information on each policy to deliver unprecedented insight into insurance pools, and our specialty portfolio is fully diversified with very low catastrophe, aggregation or systemic risk. We're proud to have been awarded an AM Best A- (Excellent) rating. For more information, please visit . Accelerant is a fully remote company. Work where you're most productive and fulfilled. This position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., Canada, UK, and Europe, who have the flexibility to work with our teams distributed across Europe and North America. Most cross-team collaboration happens in the mornings of the Eastern Time Zone.

Location • Remote, but requirement to meet up once a month for in-person collaboration day, • UK based About Akixi Akixi is a fast-growing SaaS analytics company delivering real-time and historical insights for cloud-based communication platforms, including Microsoft Teams, Cisco BroadWorks, and Webex Calling. Our analytics help businesses enhance customer experience, optimize productivity, and drive performance across voice and collaboration channels. Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer with a deep understanding of AWS cloud infrastructure, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tooling such as Terraform, and configuration management using Ansible. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, passionate about Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles, and thrive in collaborative environments. You will play a pivotal role in automating infrastructure, improving reliability and scalability, and ensuring smooth CI/CD pipelines across multiple environments. You'll work closely with software engineering, and security teams to drive platform excellence. Key Responsibilities • Design, build, and manage scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure on AWS using Terraform (modularized, reusable components)., • Implement configuration management solutions using Ansible, including playbook development, inventory structuring, and role-based automation., • Manage secrets securely using services such as AWS Secrets Manager or HashiCorp Vault., • Implement robust monitoring, alerting, and observability tooling (e.g., CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)., • Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and resilience improvements., • Maintain and evolve CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines, or Jenkins., • Automate deployments for container-based workloads on ECS (Fargate), or Lambda, and manage supporting infrastructure., • Collaborate with development teams to optimize build/deploy cycles and reduce lead time for changes., • Ensure security best practices are embedded into infrastructure provisioning and pipeline execution., • Support compliance and auditing by implementing guardrails and controls as code (e.g., AWS Config, SCPs, IAM policy management)., • Some OOH work is required to maintain the production systems and also will be part of OOH critical ticket rota. Required Skills & Experience • 5+ years in DevOps, SRE, or Cloud Engineering roles., • Expertise in AWS core services: EC2, IAM, VPC, ECS/Fargate, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda., • Strong proficiency in Terraform (HCL) – including workspaces, modules, and Terraform Cloud or similar., • Ansible experience – developing roles, dynamic inventories, managing remote configurations., • Strong scripting knowledge (Bash, Python, or Go)., • Experience with container orchestration and deployment (Docker, ECS, or Kubernetes)., • Proficient with GitOps or IaC-based workflows., • Familiarity with Google SRE practices, particularly around reliability, observability, and operational excellence., • Understanding of systems reliability metrics and associated tooling Soft Skills & Behaviours • Self-driven with a bias toward action and ownership., • Excellent communicator, able to collaborate across disciplines and levels of technical understanding., • Experience working as part of a cross-functional team., • Comfortable working in agile environments (Scrum/Kanban).

Configuration Manager‑Service Portfolio Catalogue Manager.

A leading service management firm in the UK is seeking a Configuration Manager to develop strategic plans for their Service Portfolio Catalogue.

The Client Catalyst is delighted to be once more supporting a key client in the electrification technology sector in their recruitment of a Senior Projects & Systems Manager to be based from their Tyneside HQ. My client is a global leader in their field and is undergoing an exciting period of change. Reporting to the Engineering Director, the Senior Projects & Systems Manager will be responsible for the day to day management and leadership of a multidisciplinary team including project, systems and configuration engineering professionals. You will also be tasked with the management, leadership and development of projects for new products and reengineering of the existing product range. Main Responsibilities Planning, scheduling, and execution of all phases of product development from design through to production release. Works with staff engineers to write engineering specifications for products, ensure customer requirements are captured, designed to and verified Plan, organize, lead, and track the design and release of motor, system control and support products. Interface directly with customers, sales and product management to define and develop products. Estimate cost and schedule for work to be performed, and ensure that work is completed within the estimated cost and schedule. Conduct status and design reviews on a regular basis and provide project status reports to management. Supervise the efforts of the design engineer(s) assigned to the project. Guide the project through all phases of the corporate PDS. Maintain records and documentation using laboratory notebooks and internal computer networks. Assist test engineering in the initial specification of equipment and procedures for production testing. Assist manufacturing and test in the resolution of design related problems that arise during production. All other duties as assigned. About You To be considered for the role, it is essential that you are a degree educated, experienced project AND systems engineering management professional, with experience gained in the electronics, power electronics, electromechanical, mechatronics, automation or electrification sectors. Key Selection Criteria Demonstrable project leadership experience ideally within power electronic and/or embedded control products. Demonstrable general/operations management skills. Demonstrableunderstanding of electronics, software development and mechanical design. Demonstrable knowledge of good engineering practice and experience of following Product Development Cycles, V-models. DemonstrableExperience of working directly with OEM EV manufacturers. Effective verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills. Accuracy and good organizational skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader in their specialist field of technology and to work from their highly impressive operation in Tyneside. TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client is a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, and they are currently searching for an experienced Configuration Management professional to join their team. In this role, you will provide technical support to the Configuration Management team.

Authoring the Configuration Management Pan and associated procedures (Change Control Procedure, Configuration Accounting Procedure, Physical Configuration Audit Procedure and Functional Configuration Audit Procedure). For the project lifecycle, plan key configuration activities such as developing pl

Are you ready to bring your operational, technical, or programme management experience to a role that directly impacts mission-critical systems? We are seeking a Configuration and IPS Manager to join our team and take ownership of configuration management, IPS governance, and AR&M across a complex c

Configuration Manager with CMII qualification required for long term contract assignment based in Stevenage (1-2 days on site rest from home). Significant Configuration Manage experience within the Aerospace or Defence industry. Past performance of leading Configuration Management activities on engi

Job Title: PLM Configuration Manager. Qualifications for the PLM Configuration Manager. If you join us, you can play your part as Enterprise PLM Configuration Manager.

Act as Configuration Manager for allocated product portfolio, ensuring full lifecycle control. To lead and manage the Configuration Management (CM) function at Safran Electrical & Power UK Ltd, ensuring control of engineering data and product configurations. The role is both strategic and operationa

Authoring the Configuration Management Pan and associated procedures (Change Control Procedure, Configuration Accounting Procedure, Physical Configuration Audit Procedure and Functional Configuration Audit Procedure. For the project lifecycle, plan key configuration activities such as developing pla

Manage the Configuration Control Boards to control the establishment and subsequent change of configuration baselines. They are looking for an experienced Configuration Manager to take responsibility for planning, developing, and maintaining both hardware and software across a new system. Sign in to

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As a Configuration Manager, you will confidently establish yourself within your designated programme to provide strategic direction and deliver technical application of Configuration Management principles throughout the lifecycle of the product. We are seeking an experienced Configuration profession

A leading technical services company is looking for a Configuration Manager with CMII qualification for a long-term contract in Stevenage. The role requires significant experience in Configuration Management within the Aerospace or Defence industries, problem-solving skills, and the ability to coach

The CMDB Manager is responsible for ensuring the governance, accuracy, and integrity of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). The CMDB Manager drives efficiency, consistency, and quality across all configuration-related activities. This role underpins operational excellence by maintaining re

A leading defence organisation in the UK is seeking an experienced Configuration Manager to lead the application of Configuration Management processes across its prestigious product portfolio.

A leading entertainment company is looking for a Configuration Manager (CMDB) to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Configuration Management Database. This role is essential for maintaining reliable configuration data to support IT Service Management processes.

A leading construction consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their growing Newcastle office. Responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager will act as the main point of contact for clients, providing leadership, technical experti

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Project Manager – Estates & Capital (6-Month Contract), Starting in March, Cambridgeshire, Up to £43. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a busy NHS organisation in Cambridgeshire on a 6-month contract. We're looking for a proactive, organised, and solution-focused Project Manag

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Construction Project Manager role, projects located across the South. Construction Project Manager – MOJ Projects (Prison Estates). OverviewWe are recruiting an experienced Project Manager to oversee and coordinate a range of building and refurbishment projects across multiple Ministry of Justice

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Your new roleAs Project Manager, you will lead one or more project teams to deliver complex projects up to £25m in value. Working closely with the Contracts Manager, you’ll manage subcontractors, liaise with design teams, and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

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Opportunity to join a multidisciplinary consultancy as a Project Manager to join the growing business and support the delivery of construction projects across the education sector. As the Project Manager, you will take on responsibility for managing multiple projects at various stages, ensuring they

My local authority client, based in Kent, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to oversee and deliver a variety of technical, infrastructure and municipal style projects.

Working closely with the Regional Manager, senior project managers, and maintenance teams, the role ensures that every project — whether a single small refurb or a complex £3m re-roofing or external façade upgrade — is managed to rigorous contractual and compliance standards. They are hiring a

Temp job-Project Manager - prison Maintenance. For a Project Manager to join the team covering the Midlands. As a Project Manager, you play an important part in delivering projects in a safe and risk-free environment.

Permanent opportunity for CONSTRUCTION Project Manager at Housing Association in NW.

Retrofit Project Manager - Opportunity to work in social housing. As a Retrofit Project Manager, you will have an opportunity to join a driven housing association with a simple and powerful purpose - providing opportunity for people to have a place that they can call home.

As a Senior Electrical Project Manager, you will oversee and manage electrical projects from inception to completion. Additionally, you will mentor and support junior project managers and other team members. Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager, preferably in a senior role.

The Electrical Project Manager will oversee the construction design, delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems for data center projects. As part of the Construction Management team, the Electrical Project Manager will take ownership of the day-to-day coordination betwe

Temporary Job - Site based Manager for major Prison Refurb.

Candidates who are currently an Engineering Project Manager, Engineering Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Senior Projects Engineer, Group Engineer, CAPEX Manager, Projects Manager and any equivalent background will be suitable for the role. Job Role: Project Engineering Manager. Job Role: Project E

An East London local authority is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager. We are partnering with a busy East London Local Authority that is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead a portfolio of education and commercial property projects from inception through to complet

Solid background in mechanical systems, MEP coordination, and installation on complex projects.Strong commercial awareness, including cost control and budget management.Good understanding of HSE standards related to MEP works.Ability to manage internal teams, subcontractors, and external partners.Ex