51 jobs found in Watford

Principal FPGA Design Engineer North London Rate up to £75 per hour An established engineering organisation within the defence and advanced technology sector is seeking a Principal FPGA Design Engineer to support a key programme on a long-term contract basis. The client will remain anonymous at this stage due to project sensitivity. This role is responsible for translating high-level system requirements into robust, implementable FPGA architectures and delivering complete FPGA solutions from specification through to verified operation on target hardware. You will also provide technical leadership and mentoring within the FPGA design function. Key Responsibilities: Define and decompose system level requirements into FPGA architectures and detailed designs. Design, implement and debug VHDL-based FPGA solutions. Develop test benches and test vectors to verify FPGA functionality. Produce clear technical documentation including requirements, test specifications and functional...

About the RoleWe are looking for a Python Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Behave-based unit testing, PySpark development, Delta Lake optimisation, and Azure cloud services. This role focusses on designing and deploying scalable data processing solutions in a containerised environment, emphasising maintainable, configurable, and test-driven code delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain data ingestion, transformation, and validation pipelines using Python and PySpark. Implement unit and behavior-driven testing with Behave, ensuring robust mocking and patching of dependencies. Design and maintain Delta Lake tables for optimised query performance, ACID compliance, and incremental data loads. Build and manage containerised environments using Docker for consistent development, testing, and deployment. Develop configurable, parameter-driven codebases to support modular and reusable data solutions. Integrate Azure services, including: Azure Functions for...

3rd Line Storage Engineer Must have an Active DV Clearance An excellent opportunity has arisen for a 3rd Line Storage Engineer to support a secure, high profile government environment. You will work with a specialist 3rd line team and engineering functions to maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance storage and infrastructure services across a complex estate. This role is based in London and includes exposure to both legacy and modern technologies. About the Role - 3rd Line Storage Engineer As a 3rd Line Storage Engineer, you will support users and engineering teams through incident management tooling while maintaining critical storage platforms and associated infrastructure. You will work with technologies including NetApp and other enterprise storage systems, supporting configuration, performance, resilience, and integration across the wider environment. The role includes supporting Microsoft and virtualisation platforms that interface with storage services, ensuring stable and...

Programme / Project Manager – Credit & Payments You will lead and deliver initiatives across the credit card portfolio, supporting growth, product optimisation, risk management, compliance, and financial performance. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure programmes are delivered on time and aligned with business goals. Key Responsibilities * Plan and oversee programmes across the credit card portfolio, from launch to lifecycle management * Lead cross-functional teams to deliver portfolio goals * Develop programme roadmaps and prioritise initiatives for growth and profitability * Ensure regulatory and legal compliance in programme delivery * Track, analyse, and report on portfolio performance * Launch and optimise product features, digital solutions, and partner propositions * Support financial planning, forecasting, and budget tracking * Manage stakeholder communication and dependencies...

Data Science Project Manager Location: The Strand or Warwick (Hybrid - office as per business requirements) Contract: 6 months initially (budget for 3 months), strong potential for long-term engagement and conversion to permanent About the Role We are seeking a Data Science Project Manager to deliver multiple data products and solutions within a major UK organisation. This is a hands-on role, managing 2-3 parallel projects end-to-end, while ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with business objectives. You will work closely with the Data Office to transform scoped data science initiatives into fully formulated deliverable projects. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise in Data Science with proven project management and change management skills. Key Responsibilities Manage the rollout of multiple data products and solutions. Translate scoped data science concepts into actionable project plans. Solve data science challenges and guide technical decision-making....

Job Title: Senior SQL & SSIS Data Engineer (Data warehouse) Contract Length: 6 Months (possibility for perm) Location: London (5 days in 10 ) Working Pattern: Full Time Rate: Highly competitive rate available for suitable candidates Are you a data wizard ready to take on a challenging role in a dynamic Data Warehouse team? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Senior Data Engineer with a passion for SQL and SSIS development. Join us for a thrilling 6-month journey focused on optimising our existing SQL Server 2019 data warehouse environment, which is poised for transformation! About the Role In this hands-on, technical position, you will take ownership of a significant portfolio of around 90 SSIS batch jobs. You'll dive deep into performance analysis, tackle existing technical debt, and implement best practises that will elevate our data operations. Your expertise will be crucial as we gear up for an exciting data warehouse migration from New York to London in 2026!...

Data Scientist – London – Hybrid Job description BDO Regulatory Solutions are currently recruiting for a Data Scientist to join our client, a firm, based in London. We are offering an initial 3 month contract starting in January with an excellent day rate, employed via an Umbrella company. About the role: We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to design and implement robust entity resolution solutions for complex, large-scale datasets. The role requires expertise in probabilistic and deterministic matching techniques and the ability to deliver production-ready solutions where ground truth is unavailable. Key responsibilities include; Develop and optimise entity resolution models using Splink. Apply statistical and machine learning approaches to improve matching accuracy. Design scalable solutions for linking records across diverse datasets. Validate and document methodologies to ensure transparency and reproducibility. Collaborate with technical teams to...

Contract Role: Senior Business Analyst - AxiomSL Location: London/Hybrid] Contract Duration: 12 months Start Date: [Immediate Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst (Contract) to support regulatory reporting workstreams within our Capital Markets function. The role requires strong hands-on expertise with AxiomSL ControllerView and in-depth knowledge of Basel III/IV requirements. You will work directly with business stakeholders and IT teams to deliver analysis, documentation, and testing for enhancements to the regulatory reporting platform. Key Responsibilities Regulatory & Business Analysis Lead requirements gathering sessions with Risk, Finance, and Compliance teams. Analyse Basel regulations (RWA, Leverage Ratio, Large Exposures) and translate them into actionable requirements. Perform gap analysis between current reporting processes, data sources, and regulatory changes. Produce high-quality BRDs, FSDs, data mappings, and workflow...

Your new company Working for a global consultancy with the end client being a renowned financial organisation Your new role Lead the architecture and design of data replication and integration solutions. Define and enforce best practices and architectural patterns for data pipelines. Mentor DRIs and provide technical leadership across teams. Drive automation and CI/CD adoption for data workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure scalability and resilience in distributed systems. What you'll need to succeed CDC Architecture (Change Data Capture) and ideally working with Oracle GoldenGate. Postgres Internals. Distributed Systems. Automation & CI/CD. Azure Cloud Services. SQL Development & Optimization. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment...

Python Developer** Duration: 12 Months Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are looking for a highly skilled software engineer with extensive experience in Python development. The XVA trading desk operates within the Counterparty Portfolio Management (CPM) line of business, focusing on managing counterparty credit risk (CVA) and funding risk (FVA) in our derivatives portfolio. Our global agile development team thrives on collaboration and communication, making it a dynamic and engaging environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop new features and enhancements for XVA Python, leveraging Agile methodologies throughout the full development lifecycle. Maintain high standards of design quality, ensuring the system is maintainable, extensible, robust, and scalable. Contribute to and adhere to established Agile development and QA processes,...

QA Lead (Salesforce) Do you have strong QA expertise, hands-on SOQL knowledge, and experience with ACCELQ? Were looking for a QA Lead to drive quality, improve processes, and lead a high-performing team. What Youll Do: Develop and manage test plans Review defects, analyse trends & drive quality improvements Lead training initiatives and support new process onboarding Manage and mentor a talented QA team Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure top-tier delivery You Bring: Strong domain/process knowledge Excellent analytical & project management skills Passion for delivering results Experience nurturing teams and driving performance you're a quality champion ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you

The XVA trading desk operates within the Counterparty Portfolio Management (CPM) line of business, focusing on managing counterparty credit risk (CVA) and funding risk (FVA) in our derivatives portfolio. Our global agile development team thrives on collaboration and communication, making it a dynamic and engaging environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop new features and enhancements for XVA Python, leveraging Agile methodologies throughout the full development lifecycle. Maintain high standards of design quality, ensuring the system is maintainable, extensible, robust, and scalable. Contribute to and adhere to established Agile development and QA processes, including automated unit and integration testing. Provide support during escalated production issues, addressing functionality and technical queries from users and teams across global locations. Collaborate with developers and project managers in supporting testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases for integration...

Adecco / Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: Program Manager II Contract: Initial 6 Month Contract Location: London - Hybrid Rate: 45 per hour PAYE Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of live streaming and influencer marketing? Our client, a leading name in the streaming industry, is on the lookout for a Program Manager II to join their innovative Creator Sponsorship team. This is your chance to contribute to the largest live streaming service in the world, where communities thrive around gaming, music, entertainment, and more! About the Role: In this exciting position, you will play a pivotal...

Power BI Developer We are seeking a skilled Power BI Developer to join a Not For Profit organisation in London. The ideal candidate will use their expertise in analytics to develop and manage business intelligence tools and solutions. Client Details Power BI Developer This opportunity is with a large organisation within the Not For Profit sector. The company is committed to delivering impactful services and values innovative solutions that enhance their operations and analytics capabilities. Description Power BI Developer Design, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to support business decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver actionable insights. Transform raw data into meaningful visualisations and interactive reports. Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security within reporting systems. Optimise the performance of Power BI solutions for efficiency and scalability. Work closely with the analytics team to...

NET Backend Developer London 3-6 month FTC £60,000 to £70,000 Pro Rata + Benefits Excellent opportunity for an experienced .NET Backend Developer to join a rapidly growing business in London, where you will play a key role in shaping the backend systems, API architecture, and cloud infrastructure that support the company's technology roadmap. They already work across a range of platforms and services and now require a skilled Backend Developer with strong experience in C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server, and AWS in order to support their ongoing growth and technical evolution. In this role you will collaborate closely with engineering teams and business stakeholders to design and build backend services, APIs, and cloud hosted systems. You will work with technologies such as C#, ASP.NET Core, RESTful APIs, SQL Server, and AWS services. You will also support deployments, performance tuning, and the improvement of backend architecture and development processes. The ideal candidate will...

Salesforce Architect (SFI Insurance Cloud) We are looking for Salesforce Architects (Solution and Technical) to help deliver next-gen solutions across Insurance & Financial Services. If you thrive on complex architecture, hands-on design, and steering clients toward best-practice cloud solutions - we want to talk! What Youll Do: Lead end-to-end Salesforce & SFI Insurance Cloud architecture Drive discovery sessions, technical design, and delivery excellence Guide dev teams, review code, and ensure solution quality Work across OmniStudio, Insurance Cloud, Health Cloud, FSC & Experience Cloud What You Bring: 8+ yrs technical leadership 5+ yrs Salesforce dev (Apex, LWC, APIs) Strong SFI Insurance Cloud experience (Quoting, Policy Admin, FNOL, Claims, etc.) Salesforce/SFI certifications This is a Hybrid contract inside IR 35 Apply now and architect the future

Data Analyst - £500 - £510 Per Day - London (Hybrid) - 4 Months - Financial Services   Overview We are looking for a Data Analyst to join a leading financial services company. This role focuses on leveraging data to deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and compliance within the ServiceNow platform, supporting operational efficiency and business transformation.   Role & Responsibilities Analyse and interpret data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and insights to support decision-making. Assist with configuration, validation, and remediation activities within the ServiceNow platform. Ensure data accuracy and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions. Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to change...

Functional Tester - NCSC CAF – SC Cleared SR2 have an exciting new project with a secure client supporting an NCSC CAF internal rollout for a government department. You’ll be joining the programme from the outset and have the chance to help shape the strategy and direction. Due to the nature of the role, active SC clearance is required. It will involve hands-on functional/automation testing in a QA role, testing an AWS-based PAM solution and identity integrations (AWS > Entra ID), ensuring security, functionality, and CAF-aligned assurance. Key Responsibilities Test AWS-based PAM configuration, deployment and privileged access journeys. Validate controls against NCSC CAF (identity, privileged access, monitoring, resilience). Execute functional, automation and API testing (UI + backend). Test authentication flows via Entra ID, including MFA and conditional access. Validate federated identity (SAML/OIDC) between Entra ID and AWS-hosted services. Perform data validation within...

Role: Software Engineer Location: hybrid (3 days a week) Initial duration: 6 months (with possible extension) We are hiring a Software Engineer ready to own and deliver end-to-end technical tasks with minimal assistance. If you are proficient in systems design, eager to champion code health, and keen to review and improve peer code, apply now! What You'll Do: Write production-ready code and contribute to system design. Own end-to-end task delivery, including deployment, monitoring, and documentation. Conduct comprehensive testing (integration, performance, security) and pay off technical debt. Triage and resolve product/system issues. 🛠️ Tech Stack: Golang, Typescript, Angular SQL, Relational & Non-relational databases ✅ Core Skills Required: Programming, Data Structures, and Algorithms Systems Thinking and SWE System Design Debugging and Test Engineering Apply today to define your technical impact! Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business...

Network Automation Engineer Location: London (Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site) Duration: 6 months Rate: Negotiable (DOE)  Overview An industry-leading global organisation is driving the automation and standardisation of its network infrastructure and services. They’re looking for a Network Automation Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Ansible, Python, and network orchestration to help design, build, and integrate automation solutions across a range of enterprise platforms. This role blends network engineering, DevOps, and systems integration — ideal for someone comfortable writing automation playbooks and APIs while understanding routing, firewalls, and connectivity fundamentals. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain automation solutions for network and infrastructure systems. Develop Ansible playbooks and reusable automation modules for configuration, orchestration, and provisioning. Configure and integrate Cisco NSO and related orchestration tools...