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DevOps Engineer This hybrid role is based in Edinburgh Why Bright Ascension? Join Bright Ascension and be part of a fast-growing, innovative company transforming how software is built for the space industry. Our technology is used by organisations around the world from universities and space agencies to pioneering start-ups and commercial space companies helping them design and operate space systems faster, more efficiently, and more reliably. Innovation drives everything we do, and our people are at the heart of that success. Through our employee ownership model, everyone has a voice and a genuine stake in the company’s future. With offices in Dundee, Edinburgh, and Bristol and a team of more than 50 talented professionals, we’re entering an exciting phase of growth and expansion. It’s a fantastic time to join us and help shape the future of space technology while building your career in one of the most exciting industries on Earth. We are looking for an experienced and motivated DevOps Engineer. This will be a key role in supporting the delivery of a diverse range of software products and bespoke software services including embedded firmware, developer kits, and scalable cloud-based web applications, as we approach our next exciting period of growth. As a key member of our team, you will design, maintain, and report on the effectiveness of automated build and release pipelines, deploy reliable and secure test environments, and boost developer productivity by creating reusable, well-documented pipeline configuration. We see this role as being full time. Ideally, we would like this role to be based in Edinburgh on a hybrid basis to allow for regular interaction with the wider business and colleagues in other departments. We are at a very exciting time in our ambitious growth plans and have fantastic opportunities for talented individuals to join our team over the next 12 months. What you will do As a member of the team your key responsibilities would be: • Build, test and deploy infrastructure and applications using CI/CD and Infrastructure-as-Code technologies, • Work closely with our engineering teams to understand their requirements and how they build, test and deploy their software to continuously improve quality and accelerate the pace of development, • Set up and maintain environments for both manual and automated testing, ensuring stability, observability and security best practices, including liaising with customers when deploying to customer infrastructure We see experience with the following as essential to the job: • Distributed version control systems (Git, Mercurial etc.), • Expertise with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps etc.), • Strong scripting ability (e.g. Python, Shell, PowerShell), • OCI container build, management and orchestration (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, LXC etc.), • Artifact and dependency management and deployment, • Familiarity with networking fundamentals including DNS, IP, firewalls and basic network troubleshooting including VPN configuration Personal skills We're especially looking for someone who: • Enjoys problem solving in a range of programming languages and has an interest in learning new languages, frameworks and build systems, • Works well both independently and in a team as part of a fast-paced technical environment, • Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, • Is consistently curious, interested in learning new skills and open to new ideas and ways of working Desirable skills and experience This is a wish list and we don’t expect candidates to have experience with everything listed here. We know that experience with specific systems, tools and languages is transferable. We are looking for someone with a broad range of experience who can analyse requirements, select the most suitable tool for the job, adapt to change and is self-motivated to direct their own learning and development. • Infrastructure-as-Code technologies such as Pulumi, Terraform or Cloud-Config, • Configuration management tools such as Chef, Puppet, Ansible or Salt, • Setup and configuration of artifact repositories and package management such as Artifactory, Nexus, Maven, Docker registries or PyPI repositories, • Building reporting dashboards for code quality, test coverage, pipeline performance and release metrics, • Automated testing frameworks including unit, integration and hardware-in-loop testing, • Monitoring and reporting tools, time-series databases and Grafana, • Linux server administration, • Experience with cloud deployment and containerisation technologies, • Secure pipeline design including secrets management, code signing, SBOM and supply-chain security What we can offer you • A highly competitive salary depending on experience with regular reviews, • A fantastic opportunity to join a growing, innovative, employee-centred business pushing boundaries in the space industry, • Flexible hours and hybrid working enabling you to create your ideal work life balance, • 36 days paid holiday per annum, • 6% employer pension contribution, • Enhanced Company Sick Pay and Long-Term Sickness cover, • Health Cash Plan covering dental, physio and optical costs, • Life Assurance cover (4x salary), • Employee ownership through our Employee Benefit Trust, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay, • Opportunities for international travel for exhibitions and trade shows, • Investment in your professional development including attendance at relevant events and conferences, • Company events and regular activities for social engagement and team building, • An open, supportive and inclusive environment where you can explore ideas and make a real impact on the product and business Our values • A fantastic opportunity to join a growing, innovative, employee-centred business pushing boundaries in the space industry., • Flexible hours and hybrid working., • 36 days paid holiday per year., • 6% employer pension contribution., • Enhanced Company Sick Pay and Long-Term Sickness cover., • Health Cash Plan covering dental, physio, and optical costs., • Life Assurance cover (x4 salary)., • Employee ownership through our Employee Benefit Trust., • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay., • Opportunities for international travel for exhibitions and trade shows., • Investment in skill development and access to relevant events and conferences., • Company events and activities for social engagement and team building. Our values underpin everything we do and guide how we work, collaborate, and grow: • Passion & Innovation – Enjoy what you do and have fun. Be curious and fearless. Unconventional ideas and passion drive true innovation., • Teamwork & Collaboration – Share knowledge, start a dialogue, and succeed together. Success comes through collaboration and support., • Security clearance eligibility may be required depending on project assignments, • An enthusiasm for the space sector and an interest in contributing to the next generation of satellite‑software technologies will be advantageous All applicants must be UK based and have the right to work in the UK. We are working with trusted recruitment partners. No agency enquiries please. Read more:

Job Title: System Engineer\nLocation: Edinburgh (1 day per week onsite)\nRemuneration: £600 per day (via Umbrella Company)\nContract Details: Temporary (6-month initial contract with strong potential for extension)\n\nResponsibilities:\nJoin our dynamic team as a System Engineer and showcase your skills in a fast-paced environment. Your expertise will be invaluable as you:\n\nManage and support core infrastructure systems with minimal supervision, ensuring optimal performance.\nOversee the configuration and administration of Windows Server 2022, keeping systems running smoothly.\nDesign, maintain, and troubleshoot Active Directory environments, including:- AD site design\n- Group Policy Management\n- AD security\n- Certificate services\n\nContribute to network operations, focusing on routing, DHCP, and DNS to maintain seamless connectivity.\nCreate and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation and efficient system administration.\nWork within an AWS Cloud environment, supporting key components like EC2, EFS, S3, and load balancers.\nCollaborate with colleagues and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of growth and learning.\nCommunicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged. \n\nRequired Skills & Experience:\nWe're looking for a passionate System Engineer with the following skills:\n\nStrong self-motivation and the ability to manage your workload independently.\nSolid understanding of networking principles, including routing, DHCP, and DNS.\nHands-on experience with Active Directory and Group Policy administration.\nProficient knowledge of Windows Server 2022.\nProven experience with PowerShell scripting to streamline processes.\nFamiliarity with AWS across core infrastructure components (EC2, EFS, S3, load balancing, security groups, etc.).\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on.\nExcellent communication abilities to interact effectively with stakeholders. \n\nIf you are ready to make an impact and work in an exciting insurance environment, we want to hear from you! Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our team and help us drive success. Apply today to seize this opportunity!\n\nPontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.\n\nWe use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.\n\nDue to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 2-3 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion

Job title: Event Management Engineer Location: Corsham Duration: 6 months Rate: £430 per day inside ir35 SC security clearance is required for this role The Role Supporting a key programme within the UK defence environment, we're looking for a Monitoring / Event Management Engineer with strong Splunk and enterprise tooling experience to join the Hosting & Tooling team onsite at MOD Corsham. You'll play a key role in monitoring platform management, event correlation, and operational tooling, working closely with engineers, analysts, and client teams to maintain and improve monitoring capabilities across critical services. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and optimising Splunk and enterprise monitoring tools, • Creating and maintaining event management policies and monitoring rules, • Developing Splunk queries (SPL), dashboards, and alerting logic, • Supporting tooling platforms such as BMC TrueSight, BMC Discovery, and Netcool, • Deploying and managing monitoring agents, • Producing technical documentation and architecture diagrams, • Supporting both operational (RUN) activities and project delivery, • Working directly with client teams to support monitoring requirements, • Strong Splunk experience (SPL, dashboards, rules), • Experience with enterprise monitoring platforms (BMC, Netcool, SolarWinds, Zabbix, Nagios etc.), • Knowledge of event management and observability tooling, • Experience working across Windows, Linux, or AIX environments, • Scripting with Python or PowerShell, • Understanding of networking concepts and SNMP If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV. JBRP1_UKTJ

Your New Company and Role A leading organisation is seeking a DevOps engineer to support its portfolio of services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that places a strong emphasis on system availability, stability, and innovation. As a hands-on DevOps Engineer, you'll be instrumental in managing and optimising cloud infrastructure in AWS. You'll work across multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient systems. This role offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic environment where strategic thinking and technical excellence are highly valued. What You'll Need to Succeed To excel in this role, you'll bring a strong technical foundation and a collaborative mindset. Key requirements include: Proven experience with AWS and cloud-native technologies Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Kubernetes, EKS, Docker) Experience with Helm Charts, Linkerd, and serverless architectures Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation) CI/CD pipeline development using Azure DevOps Scripting and automation with Bash, Python, Go, PowerShell Monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana Solid understanding of networking and security (VPC, Nginx, AWS WAF, etc.) Database experience with DynamoDB, Aurora, Redshift, SQL Comfortable with Linux/Unix OS administration What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Systems Engineer Location: Edinburgh (2 days onsite pw is required) Contract Contract Length: 6 Months Daily Rate: Up to £600 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Are you a talented Systems Engineer looking for your next challenge? Our client is seeking a skilled professional to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a range of exciting projects while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain network systems, ensuring efficient routing, DHCP, and DNS functionality. Set up and administer Active Directory, including site design, Group Policy, security protocols, and certificate services. Oversee Windows Server (2022) administration, ensuring optimal performance and security. Develop and execute PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency. Work within the Amazon AWS Cloud environment, utilising EC2, security groups, EFS, SBS, S3, and load balancers to enhance cloud capabilities. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, sharing knowledge to foster a collaborative learning environment. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, employing strong problem-solving skills. Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clarity in all verbal and written communications. Qualifications: Strong self-motivation and time management skills, with the ability to work independently without close supervision. Proven experience in network management and Active Directory administration. Familiarity with Windows Server 2022 and PowerShell scripting is essential. Experience with Amazon AWS Cloud services is a must. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly. Ideally, candidates should be based in or around Central Scotland. Nice-to-Have: Experience with RHEL administration would be a plus. If you're a proactive Systems Engineer ready to take on a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join an organisation that values expertise, innovation, and professional growth. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role. We look forward to your application! Join us in making a difference in the tech landscape. Your next career step awaits! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you

Microsoft 365 Solutions Consultant Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite) in Edinburgh An award-winning digital workplace consultancy is looking for a Microsoft Technical Consultant to join their growing team. This role focuses on helping organisations design and optimise their Microsoft 365 modern workplace environments, improving collaboration, employee experience and productivity. You'll work directly with clients across IT, HR, Communications and Security teams, translating business needs into secure, scalable Microsoft 365 solutions. Key Responsibilities Design and configure Microsoft 365 solutions including Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and Exchange Online Support the delivery of Modern Workplace transformation projects Troubleshoot technical issues and support platform adoption Run discovery workshops and collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements Support integrations with other SaaS platforms and digital workplace tools Key Skills Strong experience with Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange Online) Understanding of Azure, Power Platform or SaaS integrations Experience delivering or supporting Modern Workplace solutions Ability to communicate technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders The client are happy to look at someone from a support background but require the above knowledge including Graph API's. Desirable Microsoft 365 or Azure certifications Experience with PowerShell or Power Automate Knowledge of Microsoft 365 migrations or integrations Benefits on offer Hybrid working with 2-3 days onsite each week in Edinburgh. 28 days holiday (including your birthday) + bank holidays + office closure at Christmas. Private medical cover, enhanced family leave, and support for Microsoft certifications. Access to M365 Copilot, LinkedIn Learning Premium, and ongoing professional development. A people?first culture with team events, collaboration, and opportunities to shape the future of the digital workplace. If you'd like to hear more, please send across your CV that clearly demonstrates your recent and relevant experience

We have been mandated to identify a high-energy and proactive Windows Automation & Platform Engineer with expertise in PowerShell, a passion for Infrastructure-as-Code, and robust experience and skills with Microsoft Infrastructure Platforms. Automate everything: using PowerShell or your language of