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Junior Data Engineer - Public Sector Contract: Initial 7 months (extension possible) Rate: £310 per day, Inside IR35 Location: Remote with travel to Waterloo (2-3 days per month) Security Clearance: SC‑eligible (5 years UK residency required) I am working with a key consultancy delivering a major UK public sector programme and are looking for a Junior Data Engineer / Scientist to join a mixed delivery team building and operating secure, reliable data platforms that support critical public services.This role is designed for someone early in their data career who wants to develop strong engineering fundamentals in a real production environment. The role - a junior, generalist data engineering position. This is an engineering‑led role, not a specialist or senior position. The team is ideally looking for a generalist in their first few years within data engineering or data science, who is building breadth across data platforms, pipelines and operations. You'll focus on: Designing, building and maintaining data pipelines Supporting the operation of data lakes and data warehouses Implementing and improving ETL / ELT processes Using Python and SQL to transform, validate and move data Working with analysts and developers to turn data requirements into technical solutions Monitoring data quality, documenting data models and lineage, and resolving issues Automating data workflows and operational tasks Participating in Agile delivery, sprint work and collaboration Supporting incidents and helping improve platform reliability over time Working within public sector data governance, security and privacy standardsThis role offers exposure to how data platforms are built, operated and supported in a regulated environment - forming the foundations of a long‑term data engineering career. What this role is not To avoid misalignment, it's important to be clear about what this role is not focused on: ❌ Not a Data Analyst role ❌ Not a Power BI / dashboard developer role ❌ Not an insight, reporting or MI position ❌ Not a modelling, ML or research‑focused role ❌ Not an LLM, AI or advanced data science roleWhile you may work alongside analysts and data scientists, this role does not centre on: Building dashboards Producing insights or reports Statistical modelling Predictive or machine learning solutionsThe emphasis is on data engineering foundations and platform delivery. Ideal candidate profile This role is best suited to someone who: Is in their first few years of a data engineering or data science career Wants to build core engineering skills rather than specialise immediately Has hands‑on experience with SQL and Python Understands basic data modelling and ETL concepts Is comfortable learning through delivery in a production environment Is interested in how data platforms work end‑to‑end, including operations and support Is keen to grow within public sector data platforms Who this role is unlikely to suit This role is unlikely to be appropriate for candidates who: Are very senior data engineers or architects Have primarily worked in advanced ML, AI, or research‑focused roles Are specialised Power BI, reporting or MI developers Are looking for a role centred on analysis, insights or modelling Are seeking leadership, ownership of platform strategy, or advanced optimisation workApplications that demonstrate significant seniority or deep specialisation rather than junior‑to‑mid generalist experience may not be progressed. Required skills and experience Your CV should clearly demonstrate: A degree in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics or similar) Hands‑on experience with SQL Experience using Python, Java or Bash Understanding of ETL processes and data modelling fundamentals Experience with version control (e.g. Git) Comfort working in Agile / DevOps environments Awareness of data security and privacy Eligibility for UK SC clearance Nice to have (but not essential) Exposure to AWS, Azure or GCP Familiarity with tools such as Airflow, dbt, Spark Awareness of CI/CD pipelines or containerisation Experience in public sector or regulated environments Important note for applicants This role is deliberately positioned as a junior, generalist data engineering role. Please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates hands‑on data engineering fundamentals, rather than senior leadership, advanced AI/ML work, or analytics‑only experience. 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)

The Sureserve Group of businesses provides market-leading compliance and energy services across the UK, with 4000 employees working from over 20 offices. Sureserve Compliance South, delivers heating services within the social housing sector across London & the South East. We support our clients across domestic gas, commercial gas, renewables, and electrical services. We are Londons largest, most successful gas contractor, focusing on long-term contracts with our clients to offer our staff job security and progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities To validate that the work of all engineers is performed to the required standards, as set out by Gas Safety Regulations and Sureserve Compliance. To identify any gaps in an engineers knowledge and provide feedback to line managers where additional training is required. Serious complaint jobs may need to be visited. A clear record of events must be documented, including issues such as poor workmanship, gas safety concerns, and CO risks. Following visits, photographic evidence must be uploaded via PDA, along with full reports and recommendations. A QC Inspector will ensure sufficient quality checks (QCs) are carried out across the area throughout the year to meet client needs and demonstrate that standards are being achieved. To ensure engineers comply with all health and safety requirements. All issued equipment must be fit for purpose and free from defects, including: PPE Vehicles Ladders Regular HSE checks must be conducted with each engineer within the geographical contract area. Communication & Standards To confidently engage with client representatives and communicate relevant information through the correct channels. To understand servicing, breakdowns, and installation work (where required), and identify ways to improve engineers working practices. To recognise that honest reporting is essential for the development of engineers, the team, and the company. Customer & Quality Management To resolve any reasonable issues raised by tenants or clients. To record and report unsafe or poor workmanship in a constructive and professional manner, ensuring sensitivity to avoid alarming tenants. Training & Development To assess and mentor new starters and newly qualified engineers. Work Ethic & Flexibility To be self-motivated and capable of working unsupervised. To assess issues effectively and bring them to a swift resolution. There may be occasions where: Work outside normal hours is required Extensive travel across business areas is necessary Additional tasks outside this specification are assigned Performance & Continuous Improvement To ensure agreed targets are met and management systems are regularly updated. To fully research and understand each clients contractual requirements. To actively seek industry updates and present these to the team during toolbox talks when required. What we can offer you We offer a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle whilst working for Sureserve and outside of work, some of these include: Competitive salary Contributory Pension scheme Life assurance 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, rising 1 per year of service to a max of 33 days Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and other family friendly policies such as carers leave, neonatal leave, IVF, and assisted conception leave. In addition, the role offers: Sureserve Benefits Hub, accessing over 1000s retail discounts Virtual GP service, 24/7, 365 days, available for employees and your immediate family Employee assistance programme (EAP), available 24/7. 365 days, for employees and your immediate family Bike2Work scheme Home & Electronics salary sacrifice purchase scheme Sureserve is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status Reasonable adjustments As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact TPBN1_UKTJ

This Chief Engineer role at King's College London is your opportunity to shape how one of the world’s leading universities ensures their prestigious facilities are well maintained, safe, and efficient. This is your chance to lead operational, statutory, mandatory and maintenance delivery across multiple Kings College London campus locations and directly impact the spaces where research, teaching and innovation thrive. You will be joining the engineering leadership team at an exciting time as King's College London evolves their estates division to enhance their exceptional student experience. The multiple landmark campuses under your responsibility blend historic architecture with cutting-edge facilities, creating a complex and rewarding environment where strong leadership truly matters. What’s in it for you 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure days Enhanced USS pension scheme Season ticket loan (available after probation) Wellbeing initiatives including discounted gym membership Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, plus childcare subsidy scheme Access to comprehensive technical training and professional development pathways What you’ll be taking ownership of as a Chief Engineer: Responsible for the delivery across multiple assigned campuses including management of large multi discipline teams Developing, maintaining and managing the maintenance strategy in line with overall departmental objectives Developing, maintaining and managing all contractors and term service contracts across the estate Developing strong relationships internally and externally to enhance operational delivery Preparation of monthly performance reports and attendance at relevant meetings as required Contributing to the overall management of business, commercial and operational risk Recommending improved ways of working to support continuous improvement including setting maintenance standards and delivering on contract SLA’s Ensuring full compliance with all relevant H&S legislation and documentation What you’ll bring to the team as a Chief Engineer at King’s College London: It is essential you are fully qualified (M&E) to level 3 in either a mechanical or electrical discipline Proven experience of managing large multi discipline engineering teams across multiple locations including leading by example, management of change and being able to engage at all levels Proven track record of managing safe systems of work across multiple trades and buildings and proven track records of managing building compliance i.e. fire, water, asbestos etc. Financial budgeting experience to include profit and loss management Able to produce detailed reports and demonstrate engineering solutions to meet business needs Effective technical awareness of Operations & Project delivery in critical environments, critical thinking and technical problem solving and fault finding NEBOSH would be highly advantageous, though not essential Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based across a number of Kings College London’s campuses in Central London. If you’re ready to step into the Chief Engineer’s role at King's College London and make a meaningful leadership contribution within a world-class institution, apply now. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion are central tenets of King’s Vision 2029. Commitment to inclusion means that King’s aims to create an environment where differences are not just respected but also valued and celebrated. Everyone should be able to bring their whole self to King’s. We therefore welcome all applicants regardless of identity, personal characteristics or background. Application Deadline – 26th April 2026

Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer Romford Full time, permanent Salary: £38,000 £52,000 per annum 23 days hol +BH ABOUT THE CLIENT Our client is a leading precision engineering and aerospace manufacturing specialist supplying high-integrity machined components and assemblies. Operating under strict aerospace regulatory frameworks, the business delivers complex machined parts to major aerospace and defence customers, working to AS9100 standards. They combine advanced CNC machining capability with strong engineering, NPI and process-control disciplines, ensuring excellent quality, repeatability and compliance across all product lines. ROLE PURPOSE The Manufacturing Engineer & CNC Programmer will generate CNC programmes for 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining centres while developing and optimising manufacturing processes for new and existing products. The role requires strong manufacturing engineering experience and precision machining knowledge, especially within aerospace environments. You will create tooling plans, inspection requirements, routings, workholding and process documentation to support controlled, efficient and compliant production. A key responsibility is improving workflows, equipment layouts and overall manufacturing efficiency, while ensuring the lowest possible cost without compromising quality. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES CNC Programming & Process Development Prepare CNC programmes from planned processes using CAD/CAM software (GibbsCAM preferred). Develop tool definitions, setup sheets, tooling plans and related documentation. Prove out CNC programmes into production and optimise for efficiency and repeatability. Own all supporting process elements including routings, tooling, gauges, fixtures, test equipment and CNC files. Manufacturing Engineering Determine materials, tooling and methods to meet product specifications at lowest cost. Analyse and plan workflow, space utilisation and equipment layout for efficiency gains. Improve current operations to enhance quality, output and cost performance. Support the development of transparent cost structures and identify cost-reduction opportunities. Ensure all processes comply with the Quality Management System and aerospace requirements (AS9100). Produce process documentation to strengthen process control. Research emerging manufacturing technologies to support long-term business strategy. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Strong proficiency in CAD/CAM software for 3D model generation and CNC programming (GibbsCAM preferred). Skilled in machine tool selection, cutting tool specification and application. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation. Experience using SOLIDWORKS. Knowledge of precision engineering processes including milling and turning. Prior experience working to AS9100 or similar aerospace standards. Ability to plan workloads and work to deadlines within a fast-paced production environment. QUALIFICATIONS Degree / HNC / HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering. Experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role within a precision engineering organisation (aerospace preferred). Trained and qualified in relevant CAD/CAM software systems. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with rapid containment decision-making. Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organisation. Ability to simplify complex problems and prioritise effectively. High levels of integrity, accountability and ownership. Highly motivated, self-managing and results-driven. Customer-focused approach with a desire to drive continuous improvement. ADDITIONAL / DESIRABLE SKILLS Previous experience using GibbsCAM (or similar CAD/CAM software). Ability to measure, analyse and present capital investment opportunities for new technology. Project management skills advantageous. TPBN1_UKTJ

Company Description Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems. We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime - from birth to old age. Job Description Are you an experienced Platform Engineer with strong AWS capability, confident building and evolving scalable, secure infrastructure that supports complex, data heavy workloads in a modern engineering environment Here at Genomics England, our platform underpins everything we do, enabling high throughput genomic analysis at scale, securely and reliably This impactful engineering role sits within our Computational Genomic Interpretation Pipelines Platform, supporting how we run and evolve distributed genomic workflows, including Nextflow based pipelines and emerging orchestration patterns across healthcare services We are entering a key phase of platform evolution, including simplification, clearer separation between pipelines and orchestration, and supporting increasingly large scale and distributed genomic workloads. It is a strong time to join, shape direction, and directly influence how the platform develops. What you will be doing day-to-day: Designing, building and maintaining infrastructure across AWS, and hybrid environments, for use across bioinformatics pipelines and teams. Designing, building and maintaining platform capabilities that enable orchestration and execution of large-scale genomic pipelines Working closely with bioinformatics engineering squads to support Nextflow native workflows and pipeline modernisation Automating deployment, infrastructure provisioning and operational processes using Terraform, Python, Bash and similar tools Design, build and maintain new container management capabilities, with a goal of providing secure container builds on demand for Nextflow processes (for example using tooling like Seqera Wave). Re-imagining our CI/CD pipelines and tooling, providing them as-a-service to the bioinformatics teams that leverage the platform. Implementing monitoring, logging and alerting capabilities and patterns to improve observability across distributed the bioinformatics workflows that run on the platform. Configure and manage HPC compute environments, both AWS and on-prem, through tooling such as Seqera Platform. Troubleshooting platform and workflow issues across multiple layers, driving long term fixes Supporting cost optimisation, performance tuning and capacity planning across AWS and on prem systems Producing clear documentation and sharing knowledge across engineering teams Helping embed DevOps ways of working across squads and enabling teams to operate with more independence What you will bring: Strong experience with AWS across compute, storage, networking and security Solid Terraform experience for building and maintaining repeatable infrastructure Strong scripting ability in Python, Bash or similar Experience designing, implementing and supporting platform patterns & capabilities for consumption by stream/business-aligned teams. Experience operating production grade platforms in complex distributed environments Understanding of CI/CD tooling and DevOps practices such as GitLab CI or Jenkins Comfortable working in data heavy, high throughput systems Collaborative approach with confidence working across teams and influencing technical direction Nice to have - but not required: Experience working in genomics, bioinformatics or healthcare data platforms Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools such as Nextflow, Seqera Platform, Seqera Wave or equivalents Exposure to HPC environments or large scale scientific compute workloads Understanding of regulated or security sensitive environments, particularly Software as a Medical Device Experience working in a Platform Team as defined in Team Topologies. Experience contributing to platform modernisation or evolution programmes If you are a proven and capable Platform Engineer, with strong hands-on experience and driven by solving complex engineering scale and orchestration problems in real world systems, this is a role where your work has visible impact across research, engineering, and ultimately patient outcomes. Qualifications Qualifications are not mandatory; however, AWS, Terraform, or Automation certifications are welcome and are highly beneficial. Additional Information Salary From: £71,300 pa Closing Date: Tuesday 12th May @ 23:00 (UK time) Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in order to support our people, we’re continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including: Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service, and also the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required). Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits. Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme. Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required). Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us. Culture We have four key behaviours that represent what we would like Genomics England to feel like and the culture we want to encourage, in order for us to achieve our mission. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes and share feedback with each other. You can read about these and other aspects of our culture here

Project Support Engineer Milton Keynes £40,000 - £50,000 Were supporting a specialist engineering business looking for a Project Support Engineer to join their growing Project Management team. This role is ideal for someone with broad engineering knowledge to support project delivery , working across multiple departments. About the Role As a Project Support Engineer, youll play a key part in producing technical documents, reports, project plans and customer deliverables that support the full project lifecycle. Youll work closely with project managers, engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure all documentation is accurate, compliant and delivered on time. Key Responsibilities of the Project Support Engineer Produce and maintain project documentation: project plans, progress reports, schedules and customer deliverables. Create technical documents including design descriptions, verification reports, data sheets and engineering support materials. Research and compile information to meet customer and standards-based requirements. Manage document registers, configuration data and submission through customer portals. Support quality, operations, commissioning, logistics and health & safety documentation. Work cross-functionally with engineering, production, sales and project teams. Assist with bid preparation, proposals and presentation materials. Provide project updates and occasionally deputise for project managers. What Were Looking For Technical report writing or engineering documentation experience Electromechanical, mechanical, electrical or similar engineering knowledge Degree or HND in an engineering subject OR Equivalent hands-on engineering experience Defence, aerospace, marine, manufacturing or technical environments Interested? Apply Now or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech for further details. INDKA TPBN1_UKTJ

PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER SC Cleared - UK Only - (Sponsorship is unavailable) you must hold SC Clearance. Provide expert advice on the defences against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging risks. This includes offering guidance on the selection, design, justification, implementation, and operational management of cybersecurity strategies, technologies, and standards. Contribute to the development and refinement of controls and processes to ensure the safety, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and overall security of data stored on systems. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in existing cybersecurity policies and procedures and, in collaboration with security, network, information governance, and technical leads, developing new measures to address these gaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: You will work closely with system and service owners, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to design, implement, and enforce appropriate protective and detective security controls, policies, and procedures. The role includes the administration and operational management of security tooling and SIEM platforms, with responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, intrusions, and unauthorised or suspicious activity. This includes Microsoft Sentinel (data and source tuning, creation and maintenance of workbooks and connectors, and threat intelligence review), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Cloud, and Darktrace, including system and model tuning, email module management, and configuration of autonomous response actions. You will be responsible for incident response activities, including triaging security alerts, investigating incidents, coordinating escalation and remediation, and conducting root cause analysis. You must be able to communicate effectively about security incidents and cyber risks to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. The role works closely with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) partner, supporting the assessment and investigation of alerts and contributing to the development and refinement of incident response plans and playbooks. You will support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability assessments, annual audits, and penetration testing. This includes preparing and presenting incident, threat, and compliance reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including compiling a monthly SIRO report. Continuous improvement is a core responsibility. You will conduct post‑incident reviews, recommend control and process improvements, and contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity governance documentation. You will also research emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies and provide reports or presentations to senior stakeholders as required. The role supports cybersecurity training and awareness initiatives, promoting a strong security culture and helping to upskill colleagues in cybersecurity best practices. You will also collaborate with solution architects and project teams to ensure security is embedded into system and application designs, supporting secure architecture and delivery from the outset. Compliance & Framework Alignment: Ensure security operations align with regulatory standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and NCSC CAF.Person Specification Essential: Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management. Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports. Ability to analyse and interpret security events/logs and perform remediation work to address security issues.Desirable: Recognised cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC, CISSP). Experience with DarkTrace Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science 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)

Company Description Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems. We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime - from birth to old age. Job Description Are you a Senior QA Engineer passionate about solving complex quality assurance challenges using test automation throughout the SDLC, and across all levels of the test pyramid? Then join our exciting new Test Enablement team, formed to address organisation wide testing challenges, where you will bring demonstrable, and hands-on experience to partner with product teams, driving meaningful, measurable improvements in quality assurance and testing. This is where you will build reusable testing tools and automation, make and influence strategic tooling choices, establish quality assurance Golden Paths, and play a leading role in maturing testing practices across the organisation. You always take a big picture view of the challenges that come with testing complex, distributed applications in a regulated environment, and use your proven experience to improve the reliability and speed of software delivery through accelerated and optimised testing. In this role, you’ll partner closely with engineers in product squads to test, evolve and scale common solutions. Drawing on a strong analytical mindset, decisions are driven by data and evidence, ensuring well-reasoned outcomes. Your confidence and credibility will be key when engaging with subject matter experts and engineering leadership, using your experience to influence key outcomes. Your curiosity and active listening help uncover root causes of testing challenges, while constructively challenging assumptions ensures you consistently champion best practice across teams. Keeping pace with developments in testing tools and techniques, you focus on continuous improvement and bringing practical, actionable innovation into the organisation. Engaging confidently with a broad range of stakeholders, you translate organisational needs into clear insights and initiatives that really strengthen QA and testing practices. Everyday responsibilities include: Work with the Test Enablement team to identify areas of greatest need where senior expertise can have the most impact Collaborate with QA engineers in product squads to raise the bar in testing maturity and effectiveness Evaluate different approaches to testing challenges, clearly articulating trade-offs, strengths and limitations Create templates, tools and Golden Paths that capture proven best practice for use across the organisation Act as a trusted mentor, coach and technical authority within the team and wider engineering community Lead and influence key decisions in a collaborative and inclusive environment Advocate for modern, effective quality assurance practices that improve release speed, confidence and reliability Essential skills and experience: Strong, demonstrable experience with Python Strong, demonstrable experience with Java Selenium WebDriver Unit test frameworks such as Pytest API testing using tools such as REST Assured and Postman BDD frameworks such as Cucumber, Pytest bdd or Behave Agile testing practices CI/CD tooling including GitLab and Jenkins Load and performance testing using tools such as JMeter or Locust Proven experience in test process improvement and test strategy ownership Desirable skills and experience: Other UI testing tools such as Playwright or Cypress Contract testing using tools such as PACT Mock APIs using WireMock Browser compatibility tools such as BrowserStack Test management tools such as Jira Xray Accessibility testing tools such as Axe core Security testing tools such as Snyk or OWASP Zap AWS Experience working in a regulated environmentThis is a role for a hand-on senior QA professional ready to lead, mentor, and drive meaningful improvements in QA engineering across complex, distributed systems. Qualifications Only relevant work experience and a demonstrable track record as a Senior QA are required, along with both Java and Python skills. No specific qualifications are needed. Additional Information Salary From: £55,500 Closing Date: Monday 27th April at 23:00 (UK time) Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in order to support our people, we’re continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including: Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service, and also the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required). Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits. Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme. Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required). Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us. Culture We have four key behaviours that represent what we would like Genomics England to feel like and the culture we want to encourage, in order for us to achieve our mission. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes and share feedback with each other. You can read about these and other aspects of our culture here

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap. Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking. Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. It is a key player in the equipment electrification & in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. Mastering the on-board energy system, the company designs and provides modular, innovative and optimised architectures and solutions. Senior Configuration Engineer Pitstone, Buckinghamshire HYBRID Skills: Windchill, PLM, PDM, Product Data, Configuration, ALM, Change Control, CMB, Engineering Data Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: *Early finish on Fridays *Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review *25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) *Strong Pension scheme and life assurance *Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring *Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers *Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Configuration team as a Senior Configuration Engineer at our Pitstone site. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Your Role As a Senior Configuration Engineer at Safran Electrical & Power - Pitstone, you will champion and support the effective configuration and change control process across Engineering within the Product Lifecycle Management environment. You will ensure data accuracy, traceability and compliance across the lifecycle of our products at all stages from early concept to in-service. Working with cross functional stakeholders to ensure change impacts are available, managed and visible to allow good decision making. We work in a Windchill PLM tool so experience and skills with this are highly desirable. What You'll Bring Essential * Understanding of configuration management principles within an engineering or manufacturing environment. * Awareness of Change control processes and lifecycle concepts. * Experience working with structured data, records, or workflows. * Familiarity with PLM systems and engineering data management tools (e.g. Windchill). * Good attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach. * Clear written and verbal communication skills in English. * Ability to work collaboratively within diverse, multi-disciplinary teams. Desirable * Awareness of aerospace or regulated industry standards and expectations. * Interest in developing further capability within configuration management

Company Description Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems. We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime - from birth to old age. Job Description Join Genomics England as a Back End Python Software Engineer At Genomics England, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re looking for a Software Engineer with a demonstrable track record of delivering and owning backend software, who is passionate about making a difference in genomics and healthcare. As a Software Engineer, you’ll help shape the future of our innovative products. Using your Python programming expertise, you’ll contribute to large‑scale genomic analyses within a collaborative, supportive, and empowering environment. You’ll join the Research Acquisition and Processing (RAP) team, which plays a key role in how genomic research is delivered at Genomics England. As part of RAP, you’ll help build and evolve production backend services used in live genomic studies, working closely with engineers, product and research colleagues on systems that support large‑scale data processing and time‑critical programmes. Everyday responsibilities include: Back End Software Development and Design. Develop scalable, high-quality Python code following best practices. Design and maintain microservices hosted on AWS, ensuring their reliability and efficiency. Build and enhance test automation frameworks to guarantee robust application performance. Troubleshoot and support the resolution of issues during development and testing. Stay informed on the latest industry trends and embrace new technologies. Collaborate closely with front-end developers, QA and Platform engineers to create reliable, seamless solutions. Use tools like GitLab, Confluence, and Jira to support collaborative development. Collaborating with 3rd party suppliers to create technical specifications. Lead feature development across the team. Skills and experience for success: Expertise in Python and the ability to create scalable solutions. Experience working with AWS and microservice architectures. Familiarity with agile methodologies and test-driven development. A proactive approach to teamwork and problem-solving using collaborative tools. Additional Skills We’d Love to See: Experience with test automation frameworks. Experience dealing with sample/case management tools. Familiarity with front-end development or a willingness to learn. A strong understanding of code review best practices. Experience mentoring or coaching junior team members. Bonus: Knowledge of JavaScript for front-end applications. If you want your Python and backend skills as a Software Engineer to directly support life changing genomic research at Genomics England, we’d love to hear from you! Qualifications BSc in Computer Science or equivalent experience Additional Information Salary From: £71,300 Closing Date: Sunday 17th May at 23:00 (UK time) Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in order to support our people, we’re continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including: Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service, and also the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required). Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits. Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme. Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required). Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us. Culture We have four key behaviours that represent what we would like Genomics England to feel like and the culture we want to encourage, in order for us to achieve our mission. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes and share feedback with each other. You can read about these and other aspects of our culture here

MPI are looking for PERMANENT Senior Pump Engineers, for our client based in London Location: Ideally London, but will consider Kent, Surrey, Southampton, Reading, Oxford etc. Hours: Typically, start at 8 and finish at 4:30 however this is work dependent anything over 9 hours a day is paid at over time rates Benefits: • Discretionary bonus scheme (8%), • 25 days holiday, • Life assurance, • Healthcare cash plan, • 8% bonus (if goals are achieved), • Overtime, average per engineer at least £5000.00/year., • £50 per night staying away allowance – if this is needed, • BUPA (Healthcare) after 3 months., • Use of company vehicle out of hours, • This role may include Hybrid working Line Manager: Operations Manager Direct Reports: Supervisory/ADP Management only Hours: Full time About the role: In your role as Senior Engineer, you will provide all aspects of on-site servicing, repairs and installation works covering domestic and commercial contracts throughout the UK. A key part of your role will be to coordinate and provide training for colleagues on new and existing products and services. You will also be the team leader for the Service Engineers (which engineer levels to be agreed with your line manager), who will directly report to you for any support they need. In this role your key responsibilities will include: Understand and adhere to all aspects of Health and Safety, Risk Assessments and Method Statements Liaise with engineers, managers and other staff members to identify training requirements Arranging of ongoing training programmes and reviews Sourcing and maintaining technical literature information Carryout onsite assessments, surveys and engineer audits Updating database with necessary site and asset information Provide technical support for service engineers, office and customers where required Research information on new products and services Provide feedback between office and service engineers Assisting the Service Office with Technical Admin duties Perform Servicing, Commissioning, advanced repairs, fault finding and Installation of pumps and pressurised systems (and waste pumps/submersible pumps if/when required) Actively be aware of opportunities to promote the client’s Services Lead a team of Service Engineers South (engineer levels to be agreed with your line manager), helping them with problems, issues or general support they may need. Working with the installation engineers to ensure they are performing their roles in the most efficient way and introduce improvements where necessary. Essential qualifications, experience and skills required for the role: Servicing and Commissioning of pumps and pressurised systems Advanced fault finding and minor repairs of pumps and pressurised systems Installations of pumps and pressurised systems Minimum 10 years’ experience working with pumps and pressurisation equipment Excellent knowledge and understanding of all manufacturers and types of water booster sets and pressurisation equipment Good understanding of water systems and associated equipment Experienced working with and fault finding with electrics UK Driving Licence Organised and self-motivated Attention to detail Customer focused A pleasant and friendly ‘can do’ attitude Knowledge of pumps and pressurised systems Health and Safety training required for the role Good time keeping Be flexible and adaptable Knowledge & skills to develop: Further Health and Safety training required for the role Further product training as required Develop client relationships and attend review meetings where required

Senior Full-Stack JavaScript Engineer / Senior Developer / Staff Engineer JavaScript/TypeScript / Node.js / React / Next.js / AWS Serverless London (Hybrid - office based Tues/Weds/Thurs) £90k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Discretionary bonus (10%), Private Healthcare, 25 Days Holiday, 5% Pension, Life Insurance, 2 Volunteering Days, Season Ticket Loan Build systems that power world-class storytelling This is an opportunity for a senior, product-minded engineer to take a leading role in shaping both technology and engineering culture within a company trusted by some of the world’s most recognisable media brands. With 25 years of industry presence and a team of 140, this organisation values craftsmanship, stability, and long-term thinking over short-term delivery. Their product is central to storytelling in media so reliability, performance, and usability truly matter. The opportunity: This is not just another senior engineering role. You’ll operate as a technical leader and thought partner, contributing to architecture, guiding engineering standards and influencing how systems evolve over time. While you’ll remain hands-on, your impact will extend beyond your own code, shaping decisions, mentoring others and elevating the team. You’ll work across the full stack, owning everything from elegant frontend experiences to robust backend services and infrastructure, with the autonomy to make meaningful technical decisions. What you’ll be doing: • Leading the design and evolution of full-stack architecture across frontend, backend, and serverless systems * Building high-quality, performant applications using React and Next.js * Designing and scaling Node.js APIs and distributed backend services * Driving best practices in code quality, testing, observability and maintainability * Partnering closely with product, design, and research to shape solutions end-to-end * Acting as a technical sounding board and mentor within a collaborative team * Contributing to decisions around tooling, infrastructure, and emerging technologies (including AI-assisted workflows) What success looks like: Within your first 6–12 months, you will have: • Shaped key architecture decisions across the platform * Delivered scalable, production-grade Node.js services supporting critical workflows * Shipped polished, high-impact frontend experiences used daily by customers * Improved system performance, reliability, and scalability in measurable ways * Elevated engineering standards through thought leadership, mentorship, and best practices Tech environment: • TypeScript / JavaScript * Node.js (API & backend services) * React, Next.js * AWS Serverless (Lambda, API Gateway) * Vercel * SQL Server * Algolia * CI/CD (TeamCity) You’ll thrive here if you: • Are a senior or staff-level engineer who enjoys owning problems end-to-end * Think beyond implementation — you care deeply about architecture, trade-offs, and long-term impact * Have strong experience building Node.js backends and modern React applications * Enjoy working as a true full-stack generalist, comfortable across frontend, backend, and infrastructure * Naturally contribute ideas, challenge thinking constructively, and raise the bar for those around you * Value collaboration, clarity, and thoughtful engineering over quick fixes What you’ll find: • A mature, craft-led engineering culture * Real influence over technical direction and product decisions * A highly collaborative, cross-functional environment * The space and trust to solve problems properly * A stable, successful business with meaningful impact in music and media This isn’t about chasing trends or shipping fast at any cost. It’s about building the right things, the right way and having the experience and perspective to lead others in doing the same. If you’re a Senior Full-Stack Engineer ready to step into a broader role, apply now or contact Simon Morris at Ithika Recruitment for a confidential chat. Ithika Recruitment, partnering world-class talent with world-class companies

Electronic Design Engineer required to work on detailed hardware design, building test equipment for research and device deployment. Key skills Schematic CAD experience taking designs through to production. Experience of designing analogue front ends, ESD protection and for EMC Experience with board bring up and debugging Electronics Engineering degree or equivalent and commercial design experience. Embedded C microcontrollers Altium PCB layout RF and high-speed data busses

Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer Romford Full time, permanent Salary: £38,000 – £52,000 per annum ABOUT THE CLIENT Our client is a leading precision engineering and aerospace manufacturing specialist supplying high-integrity machined components and assemblies. Operating under strict aerospace regulatory frameworks, the business delivers complex machined parts to major aerospace and defence customers, working to AS9100 standards. They combine advanced CNC machining capability with strong engineering, NPI and process-control disciplines, ensuring excellent quality, repeatability and compliance across all product lines. ROLE PURPOSE The Manufacturing Engineer & CNC Programmer will generate CNC programmes for 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining centres while developing and optimising manufacturing processes for new and existing products. The role requires strong manufacturing engineering experience and precision machining knowledge, especially within aerospace environments. You will create tooling plans, inspection requirements, routings, workholding and process documentation to support controlled, efficient and compliant production. A key responsibility is improving workflows, equipment layouts and overall manufacturing efficiency, while ensuring the lowest possible cost without compromising quality. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES CNC Programming & Process Development * Prepare CNC programmes from planned processes using CAD/CAM software (GibbsCAM preferred). * Develop tool definitions, setup sheets, tooling plans and related documentation. * Prove out CNC programmes into production and optimise for efficiency and repeatability. * Own all supporting process elements including routings, tooling, gauges, fixtures, test equipment and CNC files. Manufacturing Engineering * Determine materials, tooling and methods to meet product specifications at lowest cost. * Analyse and plan workflow, space utilisation and equipment layout for efficiency gains. * Improve current operations to enhance quality, output and cost performance. * Support the development of transparent cost structures and identify cost-reduction opportunities. * Ensure all processes comply with the Quality Management System and aerospace requirements (AS9100). * Produce process documentation to strengthen process control. * Research emerging manufacturing technologies to support long-term business strategy. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE * Strong proficiency in CAD/CAM software for 3D model generation and CNC programming (GibbsCAM preferred). * Skilled in machine tool selection, cutting tool specification and application. * Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation. * Experience using SOLIDWORKS. * Knowledge of precision engineering processes including milling and turning. * Prior experience working to AS9100 or similar aerospace standards. * Ability to plan workloads and work to deadlines within a fast-paced production environment. QUALIFICATIONS * Degree / HNC / HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering. * Experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role within a precision engineering organisation (aerospace preferred). * Trained and qualified in relevant CAD/CAM software systems. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with rapid containment decision-making. * Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organisation. * Ability to simplify complex problems and prioritise effectively. * High levels of integrity, accountability and ownership. * Highly motivated, self-managing and results-driven. * Customer-focused approach with a desire to drive continuous improvement. ADDITIONAL / DESIRABLE SKILLS * Previous experience using GibbsCAM (or similar CAD/CAM software). * Ability to measure, analyse and present capital investment opportunities for new technology. * Project management skills advantageous

Company Description Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems. We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime - from birth to old age. Job Description About the Role As a Principal Engineer you will be a hands-on contributor with exemplary engineering skills, who also has an ability to think strategically to define architectural directions. You may have previously worked under a variety of different job titles within engineering and/or architecture, and you may have worked in a variety of organisational contexts. Whatever your past experience, it will have given you both technical breadth and depth. You will be a problem-solver who identifies risks, issues, gaps, and dependencies and brings people together to find solutions. You will do this through your supportive, empathetic and collaborative behaviours - acting as coach, mentor, guide or constructive questioner as the situation demands. You are pragmatic but also mindful of the big picture - consciously balancing the immediate goals of teams against the long-term direction for their products. About the Tech Stack Our bio-pipelines platform works across both on-premise High-Performance Compute clusters to AWS, and our workflows are orchestrated in Python / NextFlow. We leverage best-in-class tools like Dragen to do some of the heavy-lifting. We use things like Python, MongoDB and DynamoDB to deliver RESTful services that provide authoritative data for use during processing. We are working to become interoperable with the wider NHS via open standards like FHIR and GA4GH APIs. We have a standard tool chain which includes Terraform for infrastructure-as-code, GitLab for source code and CI/CD, Artifactory for software artefacts and DataDog for observability. Key Responsibilities Work alongside product managers, squad engineers, bioinformaticians and other subject matter experts to continuously evolve a roadmap for change. Be the voice of technical excellence in any conversation, ensuring that the functional, safety and operational characteristics of our products are continuously improving. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, and incorporate them into our software development practices. Contribute to the wider conversation at Genomics England and help mature our technical practices.Essential Skills and Experience Strong software engineering skills and awareness of software design patterns (Python preferred, Typescript/React desirable, polyglot ideal) Knowledge of different database types and their applicability in a given context (Postgres/Aurora, MongoDB and Elastic/OpenSearch are in use at Genomics England) Experience shaping and guiding architectural choices, both tactical as well as long-term architectural strategy and direction Experience of API schema design and evolution DevOps experience (CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, operational monitoring and alerting) Experience in at least one major public cloud (AWS preferred but not essential) Strong interpersonal skills with a temperament that builds trust and connection within and across squads through open, honest communication Comfortable engaging responsively with teams both remotely and in person when required Ability to navigate rapidly to effective solutions through engaged and inclusive listening, clarity of thought, clear documentation, and succinct presentationDesirable Experience These skills are not essential but if you have any of them, they may be an indicator that you would be well prepared to hit the ground running: Background in healthcare or bioinformatics Experience in regulated environments Familiarity with workflow technologies like Apache Airflow or NextFlow Proficiency in handling large, complex datasets using tools like Hadoop/EMR or SparkSo, if you are a Principal Engineer who wants your work to go beyond just systems and make a genuine difference by helping to transform national healthcare, this is a fantastic role and one where you can have real impact. Qualifications While we love to see and recognise the genuine value and importance of relevant qualifications, we are primarily interested in your real-world experience. Additional Information Salary From: £103,400 pa Please note: This is a 1 Year FTC (Fixed Term Contract) Closing Date: Sunday 3rd May @ 23:00 (UK time) Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in order to support our people, we’re continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including: Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service, and also the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required). Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits. Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme. Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required). Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us. Culture We have four key behaviours that represent what we would like Genomics England to feel like and the culture we want to encourage, in order for us to achieve our mission. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes and share feedback with each other. You can read about these and other aspects of our culture here

Company Description Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems. We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime - from birth to old age. Job Description This is a senior, hands-on Lead QA role, responsible for strategy, frameworks, and raising QA standards across multiple squads. As a true Lead QA Engineer at Genomics England with deep Java expertise, you’ll own the technical direction of quality across the organisation, tackling complex testing challenges and driving best practice at scale. You’ll shape how we approach testing, define standards, and act as a hands-on authority in modern QA. This role is about influence and expertise rather than people management, combining strategic thinking with strong technical delivery. You’ll confidently and expertly design, build, and evolve automation test frameworks, act as a trusted authority across tribes, and mentor engineers/teams to raise skills and standards. Working closely with engineering leadership and product squads, you’ll take ownership of ensuring our systems are resilient, performant, and secure. A hands-on Lead QA role where your technical expertise sets the standard and you stay close to the code and tooling. You’ll shape QA strategy, mentor teams, work confidently with senior engineering leadership, and drive quality across the organisation, delivering impact and quality at scale. Everyday responsibilities include: Act as a cross-tribe source of expertise in automation, performance, resilience, and security testing Design, build, and maintain robust test frameworks with a strong emphasis on both Java and Playwright Guide squads in embedding automated, performance, and security testing into CI/CD pipelines Mentor QA engineers and developers, raising skills and confidence across teams Produce clear, practical documentation and “golden paths” that help squads adopt best practice Confidently lead initiatives to improve test tooling, documentation, and knowledge sharing Collaborate with wider engineering leadership and other senior level stakeholders to embed test practices into CI/CD pipelines and shift testing left Define, track, and properly report on testing effectiveness metrics Stay current with new tools and techniques, bringing fresh thinking into our QA strategy Essential skills and experience: Strong hands-on programming with both Java and Playwright Demonstrable experience designing and maintaining automation frameworks (e.g. Selenium WebDriver, JUnit, TestNG, REST-assured) Proven track record in performance testing (e.g. JMeter, Locust) Confident with security testing tools (e.g. OWASP Zap, Snyk) Experience embedding QA into CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitLab, Jenkins) Proven experience designing and implementing scalable test automation strategies and frameworks across multiple projects AWS/cloud-based testing experience (Terraform, containers, serverless, monitoring) Experience mentoring, coaching, and leading on QA strategy Nice to have: Modern UI testing tools (e.g. Cypress, Browserstack, Robot Framework) Contract or mock API testing (e.g. PACT, WireMock) Accessibility testing tools (e.g. Axe-core) Knowledge of data privacy, compliance, and auditability in testing Familiarity with bioinformatics, scientific, or healthcare data is a strong plus If you’re a proven and highly experienced Lead QA Engineer, still very much hands-on and motivated by setting standards, leading QA strategy, and solving complex QA challenges to have tangible impact across critical systems, this is your chance to lead from the front! Qualifications Only relevant work experience and a demonstrable track record as a genuine Lead QA. Java skills are also required; no other specific qualifications are needed. Additional Information Salary From: £58,800 Please Note: This is a 1 Year FTC (Fixed Term Contract) Closing Date: Monday 27th April at 23:00 (UK time) Being an integral part of such a meaningful mission is extremely rewarding in itself, but in order to support our people, we’re continually improving our benefits package. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including: Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, additional leave for long service, and the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required). Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits. Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme. Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required). Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity. We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes. Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us. Culture We have four key behaviours that represent what we would like Genomics England to feel like and the culture we want to encourage, in order for us to achieve our mission. These behaviours help us all work well together, deliver on our outcomes, celebrate our successes and share feedback with each other. You can read about these and other aspects of our culture here