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Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Scope: Akkodis is launching a new technical delivery team to drive a UK national program in collaboration with key partners, designed to transform and future-proof the central government’s workforce. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and a comprehensive SaaS-based platform, this program will create an advanced, candidate-centric experience tailored to meet tomorrow’s public sector skill demands. This high-impact initiative offers a unique opportunity to join a team dedicated to building a scalable, data-driven recruitment ecosystem. Through redesigning, building, and rolling out a sophisticated Big Data system, our diverse roles span across architecture, project management, data analytics, development, and technical support, giving you the chance to shape a dynamic, next-gen digital infrastructure. You’ll be integral to our mission of crafting a seamless, powerful platform that empowers the public sector with the talent to navigate an evolving digital landscape. Role: As part of this mission, the Data Engineer role focuses on the planning, execution, and management of data migration projects. Data Engineer are responsible for transferring data from legacy systems to new platforms, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to data integrity standards. Analyse existing data structures and understand business requirements for data migration. Design and implement robust data migration strategies. Develop scripts and processes to automate data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes. Work closely with stakeholders, including business users and IT teams, to ensure data requirements are met, and migrations proceed without disruption to business operations. Responsibilities: • Plan, coordinate, and execute data migration projects within set timelines., • Design and build ETL solutions, ensuring data quality and integrity throughout the migration process., • Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues promptly to minimise disruption., • Collaborate with various teams to align migration processes with organisational goals and regulatory standards., • Proficiency in AWS ETL technologies, including Glue, Data Sync, DMS, Step Functions, Redshift, DynamoDB, Athena, Lambda, RDS, EC2 and S3 Datalake, CloudWatch for building and optimizing ETL pipelines and data migration workflows., • Working knowledge of Azure data engineering tools, including ADF (Azure Data Factory), Azure DB, Azure Synapse, Azure Data lake and Azure Monitor providing added flexibility for diverse migration and integration projects., • Prior experience with tools such as MuleSoft, Boomi, Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or custom scripting languages (Python, PySpark, SQL) for data extraction and transformation., • Prior experience with Data warehousing and Data modelling (Star Schema or Snowflake Schema)., • Skilled in security frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, NIST, SOX, and PII, with expertise in IAM, KMS, and RBAC implementation., • Cloud automation and orchestration tools like Terraform and Airflow., • Strong analytical skills to assess data quality, identify inconsistencies, and troubleshoot data migration issues., • Understanding of database management systems (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL and NoSQL) and SQL query optimisation., • Ability to plan and execute data migration projects, manage timelines, and coordinate with stakeholders., • Precision in handling large volumes of data and ensuring accuracy during migration processes., • Effective communication skills to convey technical concepts and updates to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders., • Cloud certifications like AWS and Azure are preferred. Required Experience: • Proven experience in data migration, data management, or ETL development., • Experience working with ETL tools and database management systems., • Familiarity with data integrity and compliance standards relevant to data migration. Required education Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.

Laboratory Technician Stevenage 6 month contract £16 p/h Help improve access to life-changing therapies that transform human health. Our client is a global leader in life sciences, providing cutting‑edge technologies and services that accelerate the development, manufacture and delivery of therapeutics. With a long, respected heritage and a renewed vision for the future, they support customers working on everything from fundamental biological research to pioneering vaccines, biologics, and cell and gene therapies. Their mission is simple: to equip scientists and manufacturers with the tools and expertise they need to work better, faster, and safer - ultimately improving outcomes for patients around the world. They are now seeking an organized, enthusiastic, and self‑motivated Laboratory Technician (Materials Development) to join their dynamic, international Materials Science team. If you’re excited by the idea of contributing to scientific innovation on a global scale, this could be the perfect role for you. What you’ll do • Work closely with Materials Scientists, Chemists, Engineers, and Biologists on activities such as materials analysis and membrane fabrication, • Perform routine and one-off laboratory testing including Raman Spectroscopy, SEM, porometry, FT‑IR, BET, and dry weight analysis, • Support technical activities in the materials development lab, including polymer solution preparation, electrospinning, and lamination, • Maintain detailed laboratory notes and accurately document and report results, • Uphold excellent housekeeping practices and follow Laboratory Health & Safety standards, • Assist with lab management tasks: ordering, restocking, inventory management, and coordinating deliveries between sites, • Document and arrange safe disposal of laboratory waste, • Communicate effectively and ensure accuracy in test results and data reporting Who you are • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with at least 3 months’ laboratory experience, OR Science A‑levels (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years’ laboratory experience, • Awareness of membrane fabrication techniques (training provided if needed), • Experience with one or more analytical methods listed above is an advantage, • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Excellent teamwork, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills, • Highly organized, with strong prioritisation skills and the ability to multitask effectively Why join? Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven environment where science, innovation, and impact are at the heart of everything. If you’re curious, adaptable, and want to make a difference in global health, you’ll fit right in. With teams across multiple countries and a strong culture of growth and collaboration, this is a place where you can truly develop your career.

Graduate Laboratory Technician – Metals Analysis Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Start your career with a hands-on role in scientific discovery and innovation. About the Role Are you a recent graduate in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline looking to launch your career in a fast-paced, high-integrity laboratory? Join our team and play a key role in the precise analysis of metals that support critical industries worldwide. We’ll provide full training and mentorship to help you develop your laboratory skills in a supportive and safety-focused environment. This is an exciting opportunity to gain real-world experience in a lab committed to analytical excellence and environmental responsibility. What You’ll Do • Carry out quantitative analysis of metals using industry-standard methods., • Work efficiently to deliver accurate results within set timelines., • Collaborate with experienced scientists and technicians in a team-focused environment., • Keep clear and accurate laboratory records and documentation., • Follow strict health, safety, and environmental protocols at all times., • Help maintain stock of lab chemicals and consumables., • A recent degree (or final-year student) in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related subject., • A keen interest in laboratory work and scientific analysis., • Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks., • Good communication and teamwork skills., • Enthusiasm to learn and apply Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and health and safety standards., • Some knowledge or coursework related to wet chemistry, pyrometallurgy, or lab analysis techniques (a plus, not essential)., • Hands-on experience in a real lab environment., • Supportive onboarding and training from industry experts., • Opportunities to develop technical and professional skills., • A workplace that values safety, sustainability, and innovation. If you're enthusiastic about science, motivated to learn, and ready to start your lab career, we’d love to hear from you. Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year Additional pay: • Casual dress, • Company events, • Employee mentoring programme, • Health & wellbeing programme, • Monday to Friday Reference ID: MMTC-Graduate Laboratory Tech Expected start date: 02/03/2026

Scope Akkodis is establishing a pioneering IT & Digital Centre of Excellence (CoE), designed to drive transformative technology programmes across the UK. This dynamic new team will play a key role in delivering large-scale digital, cloud, software, and infrastructure projects, supporting both public and private sector clients. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and innovative SaaS-based solutions, the CoE will enhance digital capabilities, future-proof workforces, and enable data-driven decision-making. Joining our CoE presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of major national initiatives, working within a high-impact, collaborative environment. Our diverse roles span architecture, project management, data analytics, software development, and technical support—empowering professionals to shape scalable, next-generation digital ecosystems. Whether delivering sophisticated Big Data platforms, cloud solutions, or advanced infrastructure, our teams will drive innovation and digital excellence across multiple programmes. Role We are looking for a QA Engineer to ensure the delivery of high-quality software through effective manual and automated testing. The role involves creating and executing test cases, identifying and reporting defects, and collaborating closely with development teams to ensure products meet functional and user requirements. You’ll participate in sprint activities, validate new features, perform regression testing, and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes in an Agile environment. Responsibilities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Developers, BAs, Product Owners) to understand requirements and ensure test coverage., • Design, develop, and execute test cases for web and backend systems based on functional and non-functional requirements., • Build and maintain automated test suites using tools like Selenium, Playwright, or REST-assured., • Validate end-to-end workflows across Pega or enterprise platforms, including business rules, integrations, and case lifecycle., • Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and own testing efforts., • Log, manage, and track defects in tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps, ensuring timely resolution., • Work with Infrastructure teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines., • Perform regression testing, smoke testing, and exploratory testing as needed., • Contribute to test documentation, best practices, and knowledge sharing within the QA team., • Continuously assess and improve test processes, tools, and techniques to ensure high product quality., • Test cloud infrastructure in AWS and/or Azure environments, verifying deployment, configuration, and security of services., • 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance and Test Automation., • Proficiency in at least one programming language used for automation, such as Java or JavaScript, • Clear understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and ability to apply them in test automation frameworks., • Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, REST-assured, or equivalent., • Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git) to manage test assets and work alongside development teams., • Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, SDLC, and Agile/Scrum practices., • Experience testing web applications, APIs, and backend systems., • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like AWS, Git, or Azure DevOps., • Ability to write clear and concise test cases, bug reports, and documentation., • Working knowledge of defect management tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail., • Experience working with the Pega platform or other SaaS based applications, • Familiarity with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner., • Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Company Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis employs over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology. Scope Akkodis is establishing a pioneering IT & Digital Centre of Excellence (CoE), designed to drive transformative technology programmes across the UK. This dynamic new team will play a key role in delivering large-scale digital, cloud, software, and infrastructure projects, supporting both public and private sector clients. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and innovative SaaS-based solutions, the CoE will enhance digital capabilities, future-proof workforces, and enable data-driven decision-making. Joining our CoE presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of major national initiatives, working within a high-impact, collaborative environment. Our diverse roles span architecture, project management, data analytics, software development, and technical support—empowering professionals to shape scalable, next-generation digital ecosystems. Whether delivering sophisticated Big Data platforms, cloud solutions, or advanced infrastructure, our teams will drive innovation and digital excellence across multiple programmes. Role We’re seeking a skilled Technical lead to join our software & integrations team. In this role, you’ll be accountable for the discovery, design, and documentation of integrations across our cloud platforms, enabling seamless data flow between systems. You’ll be responsible for driving the day-to-day workings of the team working closely with software engineers, business analysts, cloud architects, and consortium stakeholders to deliver scalable and maintainable integration solutions. Responsibilities • Provide technical leadership and strategic direction to the integrations team ensuring alignment with programme objectives, delivery timelines, and Project Manager's direction., • Act as the primary technical interface between the technical team and Project Manager translating technical risks, dependencies, and progress into clear and concise feedback and escalations., • Identify technical risks, issues, and dependencies in a timely manner, working closely with the Project Manager on mitigation strategy., • Lead and mentor technical team members fostering a collaborative and accountable team culture., • Represent the integrations function in consortium meetings, technical forums, and stakeholder engagements building strong collaboration among multiple partners., • Appropriately challenge senior leadership by posing questions and making solution recommendations., • Ensure integrations are secure and compliant, following best practices., • Participate in code reviews, testing for integration solutions., • Experience with low-code/no-code integration platforms., • Familiarity with API design and management, REST/SOAP services, and event driven architectures., • Experience in documenting integration solutions, data flows, and technical specifications., • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams., • A proactive work approach; identifying and resolving issues as they arise, escalating risk where required., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to communicate highly technical risks to non-technical stakeholders., • Broad knowledge of integration methodologies and strategies in predominantly cloud based environments., • Strong coaching and mentoring skills., • Ability to confidently make decisions based on current knowledge, communicating knowledge gaps and potential impact as required., • Proven ability to manage and prioritise multiple lines of effort., • Ability to understand strategic impact of decisions outside of immediate workspace. Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Scope Akkodis is establishing a pioneering IT & Digital Centre of Excellence (CoE), designed to drive transformative technology programmes across the UK. This dynamic new team will play a key role in delivering large-scale digital, cloud, software, and infrastructure projects, supporting both public and private sector clients. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and innovative SaaS-based solutions, the CoE will enhance digital capabilities, future-proof workforces, and enable data-driven decision-making. Joining our CoE presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of major national initiatives, working within a high-impact, collaborative environment. Our diverse roles span architecture, project management, data analytics, software development, and technical support—empowering professionals to shape scalable, next-generation digital ecosystems. Whether delivering sophisticated Big Data platforms, cloud solutions, or advanced infrastructure, our teams will drive innovation and digital excellence across multiple programmes. Role Overview The Enterprise Platform Lead is accountable for leading and developing the organisation’s enterprise low-code and SaaS engineering capability, bringing together specialist platform engineering resources across technologies including Pega, Salesforce, SAP, and enterprise integration tooling (e.g. MuleSoft, Boomi and equivalent platforms). This is a senior leadership role responsible for departmental leadership, engineering standards, capability development, and line management of specialist low-code platform engineers and integration specialists. Engineers within the department will typically be matrix-managed for day-to-day delivery, working within project teams under delivery and solution leadership, while remaining aligned to departmental standards, development pathways, and governance. The role will work closely with Solution Architects, delivery teams, Cloud Engineering, Data, QA, and stakeholders to ensure consistent quality, supportability, and long-term maintainability across enterprise platforms and integrations, including cloud-based low-code SaaS applications delivered in cloud-hosted environments. The role is expected to operate in a cloud-agnostic manner, supporting platforms deployed across different cloud technologies depending on client and programme requirements. Responsibilities • Lead the Enterprise Platform department, including low-code platform engineers and integration specialists (e.g. Pega System Architects, Salesforce platform engineers, Epic platform engineers, MuleSoft/Boomi specialists)., • Provide direct line management, including performance reviews, coaching, development planning, and ongoing career development support., • Build a strong engineering culture across the department, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and consistent ways of working., • Define, own, and enforce engineering and solution design standards across enterprise platforms and integrations, including governance, documentation standards, release controls, reuse patterns, and integration design guidelines., • Provide technical leadership and design assurance across discovery and delivery, supporting Solution Architects and project teams with best practice guidance and consistency across implementations., • Lead integration governance and assurance, including API/interface design principles, endpoint catalogues, documentation expectations, and cross-system dependency management., • Oversee platform and integration workflow configuration standards and change control expectations, ensuring changes are controlled, traceable, and aligned to agreed governance processes., • Manage capability planning across multiple projects, ensuring appropriate resourcing, skills coverage, onboarding, and identification of skills gaps and training needs., • Collaborate closely with Solution Architects, Cloud Engineers, Data, QA, business analysts, and stakeholders to support delivery planning, manage risks and dependencies, and resolve cross-team issues., • Support transition to the Tech Ops team by ensuring appropriate support documentation, ownership clarity, and effective handover into service. Required Experience • Significant experience leading enterprise low-code and platform-based teams, including exposure to platforms such as Pega, Salesforce and/or SAP., • Experience supporting cloud-based low-code SaaS applications and platform services deployed in cloud-hosted environments., • Strong experience overseeing enterprise integrations using technologies such as MuleSoft, Boomi, or equivalent iPaaS / middleware platforms., • Proven experience setting and governing engineering standards across platform and integration teams, including design assurance and technical governance., • Demonstrable line management experience, including performance management, coaching, and capability development for technical specialists., • Experience operating within regulated, high-assurance, or business-critical environments where quality, governance, and auditability are required., • Experience working within Agile delivery environments using Jira and modern delivery practices., • Experience working in a cloud-agnostic delivery context, supporting different cloud technologies depending on programme needs. Required Skills • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences., • Strong understanding of enterprise platform delivery and integration principles, including API-led approaches, event-driven patterns, and workflow-based solutions., • Awareness of cloud delivery models for SaaS and low-code platforms, including environment governance, access control, and operational support considerations., • Ability to define and enforce clear documentation and governance standards, including interface specifications, endpoint catalogues, and operational handover packs., • Strong awareness of security principles and secure-by-design practices within platform and integration delivery., • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands across multiple projects and teams., • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capability, with the ability to balance delivery needs with quality and long-term maintainability., • Strong communication skills, including the ability to lead technical discussions and establish clear direction across technical teams. 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