33 jobs found in Colchester

Java Developer - 3 Months - Inside IR35 - Ipswich My client, a leading global technology organisation is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to support a range of large‑scale, business‑critical platforms. You'll join a collaborative engineering team working on high‑availability systems used across the UK, contributing to new feature development, platform enhancements, and ongoing operational performance. About the Role You will work as part of an agile cross‑functional team delivering robust, secure, scalable software solutions. The role covers developing new application features, updating existing systems, supporting deployments, and ensuring smooth operation of live services. Key Responsibilities Maintain, enhance, and secure existing Java applications Design and develop new applications, features, and microservices Build and maintain automated test suites using TDD principles Create and manage CI/CD pipelines Support monitoring, troubleshooting, and live...

Senior Software Engineer (Contract) 3-Month Engagement | Outside IR35 | Up to £475 per day | Hybrid (London / Ipswich) A rapidly expanding SaaS company is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support their agile delivery team on an initial 3-month contract. This position offers a strong mix of hands-on development and strategic input, with the opportunity to shape system architecture, influence engineering practices, and contribute directly to product evolution. You'll play a key role in designing, building, and improving scalable cloud-native applications, while also guiding team members and promoting high standards across the development lifecycle. Core expertise required: Advanced experience with C# and .NET (Framework and Core) Frontend development using TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and either React or Vue Proven track record with AWS, ideally including serverless architectures (e.g., Lambda) Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or...

Contract Infrastructure & Network Analyst 3-month contract | Up to £450 per day | Chelmsford based | In Scope of IR35 We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure & Network Analyst to support the setup and delivery of a new office environment at the Chelmsford site. This is a hands-on infrastructure and networking role requiring regular on-site attendance and strong stakeholder engagement skills. You will play a key role in supporting the physical setup of the new office, including comms room installation, network equipment configuration, cabling, meeting room technology setup, and end-user infrastructure support. There is also potential for the role to extend into wider network-related project work. This position would suit someone with strong infrastructure and networking experience who is comfortable working across both technical delivery and business-facing support within a fast-paced project environment. Key Responsibilities Support the setup and delivery of...

Position: Full stack Java developer Location: Basildon, UK (5 days a week from office) 6–12-month contract position Role Summary We are looking for Full‑Stack Engineers with a strong backend foundation to help scale an existing merchant risk and compliance platform for multi‑regional deployment. The role focuses on building and enhancing Java/Spring Boot microservices, integrating with AWS cloud services, and contributing to both server‑rendered and SPA‑based frontends. This is a hands‑on role in a high‑throughput, compliance‑sensitive environment, working closely with platform, data, and risk engineering teams. Core Responsibilities (5–7 Bullet Job Description) * Design, develop, and scale Spring Boot microservices supporting MRV/MRD workflows * Build secure, well‑designed REST APIs integrated with frontend and downstream systems * Contribute to frontend development using Angular and/or server‑side templating (Thymeleaf) * Work with event‑driven and messaging systems to...

Position: Front End-Angular developer Location: Basildon, UK (On-site) long term contract position Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Frontend UI Engineer (Angular) to join a high impact Risk & Fraud Technology team at a leading UK fintech. This role focuses on building scalable, data intensive user interfaces that support fraud monitoring, risk management, and operational decision making. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong software fundamentals, proven experience writing Angular applications from scratch, and comfort working in complex, fast moving, and highly Core Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain Angular based single page applications supporting risk and fraud workflows. * Build reusable, modular UI components using TypeScript, Angular, HTML, and CSS. * Implement data heavy user experiences, including tables, dashboards, and visualizations. * Collaborate with backend teams to integrate REST APIs and microservice...

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to support their team. Position Description: Rate: £29.59 (via Umbrella PAYE) – increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR’s (Agency Worker Regulations) Our client is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what’s next." As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient model-based systems engineering (MBSE / SysML) tools. Additionally, you will...

Title : Research Development Software Engineer Location: Cambridge, UK- 50 % on site End date: 30th June 26 (12 months intent) Location: A minimum of 50% per week is expected onsite rising to 60% at some point in the future. Required * Strong software engineering skills in Python, with demonstrable experience building maintainable, well-tested, and production-quality systems, together with strong engineering hygiene practices including testing, code review, and documentation. * Experience building and maintaining APIs, backend services, and web applications using frameworks such as FastAPI or Django. * Experience with cloud infrastructure, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and deployment of Azure-hosted or similar cloud services. * Experience designing and building data pipelines for ingestion, transformation, and storage at reasonable scale. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work with evolving...

Systems Specialist - Contruent / Deltek Prism London | Hybrid Working | £599 per day | Inside IR35 via Umbrella | Minimum 6-Month Contract A leading infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Systems Specialist to support enterprise PMO and project controls systems across major capital programmes. This role will focus on the administration, support, configuration, and optimisation of Contruent / Deltek Prism, working closely with PMO teams, programme stakeholders, and technical support functions. Key Responsibilities Administer and support Contruent / Deltek Prism Manage cost uploads, reporting cycles, configurations, and system changes Produce cost and programme reports Provide user support and troubleshoot system issues Support integrations, data mapping, and reporting improvements Develop dashboards and analytics using Power BI Liaise with programme teams to support cost management and governance processes Essential Experience Strong hands-on experience with...

Senior Technology Engineer (Innovation & Drones) * Location: Stratford, London (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week onsite) * Duration: 6 months (Strong potential to convert to permanent) * Rate: £450 - £470 per day (Inside IR35) * Clearance: BPSS * Application Deadline: URGENT – Thursday 21st May at 17:00 About the Role Are you a tech-forward engineer passionate about automation, drone technology, and AI? We are seeking a Senior Technology Engineer to join a high-profile innovation team dedicated to modernising high-speed rail infrastructure (HS1). This is a transformational, hands-on contract role where you will drive the innovation agenda, directly reducing manual maintenance by introducing bleeding-edge automation and remote condition monitoring technologies. Key Project Focus Areas * Drone Technology: Leading the deployment of drones for inspecting hard-to-reach assets (ventilation shafts, steep embankments) and...

Senior IT Project Manager (must hold or be eligible for SC clearance) 6 month contract £450pd Outside IR35 Hybrid - 3 days a week in Stevenage The 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. The Role The Senior IT Project Manager will lead complex IT and Digital transformation initiatives within large-scale, publicly funded programmes and government-owned organisations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x FPGA Design Engineer Subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.   Rate: £90.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bristol depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid working of 3 days per week onsite Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   FPGA Design Engineer Job Description:    For this role, we are seeking an experienced FPGA design and verification engineer (~4+ years), to support the development of our growing portfolio of complex FPGA projects. The current portfolio ranges from advanced signal processing systems (ImageRadio), core embedded processing systems, through to safety & security critical systems. Responsibilities: The role...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Logistics Services Analyst subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   The role will be 4 days per week onsite. Your office base can be either Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference).    Contract Duration: 12 months initially and then ongoing. Hourly Rate: £40 per hour (Umbrella).  Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’   Manufacturing Logistics Services Analyst Job Description: Join us at the forefront of Digital Transformation, where your expertise and support will define the foundation for UK Manufacturing Logistics Services. We are embarking on a bold, group-wide Digital Transformation programme (IMPACT) that will redefine how we work, connect and deliver value across the organisation. The programme focuses on upgrading the SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) capability from its’ current version - ECC6 to S/4HANA,...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit an Embedded DSP Software Engineer – Software Defined Radio Datalink subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.     This role would suit a candidate who comes from a mobile communications industry or from the aerospace / defence field. Other industries will be considered too.   Rate: £70 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will based onsite.  A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview process   Embedded DSP Software Engineer – Software Defined Radio Datalink Job Description:   Join our growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to...

Configuration Manager Stevenage 12 Month Initial Contract   Overview of department: Configuration Management is pivotal to success in developing and delivering engineered products to our customers and frontline users. Through the controlled application and compliance of processes, we give our programmes confidence and assurance in all products that we produce.   Description of the Role Experienced Configuration professional with an ability to provide technical support to the Configuration Management team. Your ability to build networks and foster strong relationships with the team to review, develop and deliver Configuration Management processes and procedures, as well as supporting and technically coaching project Configuration Managers to deliver technical excellence contributing towards the overall success of our business programmes.   What we’re looking for A proven track record of experience within engineering organisations or operational domains, with a strong technical...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a SAP Security Support Administrator Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role can be based from either the companies Stevenage or Bolton site, depending on your preference.  The role will be predominantly working from home.   Rate: £22.63ph (Umbrella) Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be predominantly working from home… one day per week onsite.  Also, a condensed 4 day working week of Monday to Thursday is OK too. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   SAP Security Support Administrator Job Description: The SAP Security Support Administrator plays a key role in supporting documentation, refinement and execution of General IT Controls...

LEAD CLOUD ENGINEER Role Overview Hackney Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cloud Engineer to take overall responsibility for the design, delivery and optimisation of self-service cloud infrastructure and tooling. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring cloud applications and services remain secure, high performing, sustainable, and deliver an excellent user experience for engineers, suppliers and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities * Lead the design, delivery and optimisation of cloud infrastructure and tooling. * Develop and maintain Hackney’s multi-cloud platform across AWS and Google Cloud. * Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency. * Work alongside senior enterprise architecture teams to evolve cloud engineering target architecture. * Ensure all cloud services align with Hackney’s development, security and cloud standards. * Support delivery teams with strategic technical guidance and cloud engineering...

A summary of the responsibilities of the post: 1. Overall responsibility for the design, delivery and optimisation of self-service cloud infrastructure and tooling to ensure that our cloud applications and services are secure, high performing and sustainable, and the delivery of a high quality user experience for software engineers, suppliers and other users needing access to cloud infrastructure. 2. Responsible for continued development and maintenance of our multi-cloud platform (AWS and Google), recognised as a robust and mature cloud platform within the public sector, as well as automating processes to improve efficiency. 3. Work with other senior members of the team responsible for enterprise architecture to set and evolve cloud engineering target architecture and provide oversight and assurance that the current architecture is implemented as per Hackney's development, security and cloud standards. 4. Lead on the delivery, implementation and support of others to ensure that...

A Contract position Outside IR35 2 days pw on site in Cambridgeshire Our client is seeking an experienced FPGA & DSP Engineer for a contract role. This exciting opportunity involves working on cutting-edge medical and sensing applications. The successful candidate will possess robust skills in HDL and the AMD Vivado toolchain, with solid experience in digital signal processing. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality FPGA/DSP designs and implementations with minimal supervision Contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and project planning Engage with clients on a technical level, including pre-contract scoping discussions Potentially lead and mentor junior colleagues Work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams Identify and raise technical risks or concerns in a timely manner Communicate progress clearly and maintain appropriate technical documentationCandidate will need to be up-to-speed in some of the areas below: - JESD204C implementation...

Contract Role | £500-£550 per day (Inside IR35) MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE Location: Remote / Newcastle (Hybrid as required) Overview We are seeking an experienced Performance Analyst with strong expertise in data visualisation and Microsoft Power BI to join a high-profile programme. This role will play a key part in transforming complex data into meaningful insights that drive strategic decision-making and operational performance. You'll work closely with stakeholders across business and technology teams, helping to define KPIs, build dashboards, and deliver actionable insights in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders Define and track performance metrics and KPIs aligned to business objectives Work with large, complex datasets from multiple sources (SQL, APIs, data warehouses) Conduct deep-dive analysis...

Network Architect (SC Cleared) 📍 Location: Remote 📄 Duration: 6 Months Contract + Extension 💰 Rate: £50.00 to £70.00 per hour (Inside IR35) 🔒 Security: Active SC Clearance Required A major global IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, secure public sector transition project. In this role, you will act as the key design authority, translating complex client requirements into robust, high-quality network infrastructure. This is highly collaborative, where you will bridge the gap between initial concepts and technical execution. Key Responsibilities Author and deliver comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation, guiding them through internal and stakeholder approval processes. Lead network projects from a design perspective, ensuring all technical deliverables are met with precision. Work closely with Network Engineers and the wider infrastructure team to coordinate the successful...