182 jobs found in Shaftesbury

Job Title: Scrum Master (JIRA) Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Scrum Master to support Agile delivery and oversee the management of delivery workflows within a Client programme. The individual must be capable of working within stringent governance and compliance frameworks. The appointed Scrum Master will take the lead on Scrum deliverables, facilitating the delivery of complex solutions in secure, regulated, and often constrained settings. Expertise with Atlassian JIRA is essential, as it will be used to manage delivery workflows throughout the project. Key Responsibilities Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives) Act as servant leader to Agile teams, removing impediments and enabling delivery Manage and optimise delivery workflows using Jira Software Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed backlog. Support delivery in client environments including: Working within client governance frameworks Managing...

SCC Database Manager 6 Month Contract   Certain Advantage is hiring for a SCC Database Manager based in Chippenham.   The SCC Database Manager role involves overseeing database maintenance and updates within a spacecraft operation or similar mission-critical systems environment.   Your responsibilities: Perform database maintenance and update activities Implement database changes as requested through change management procedures Release new databases on system Maintain database change control documentation Perform routine data and software backup and archiving activities Perform routine system maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure optimum performance Diagnose and rectify system failures Re-start subsystems to recover from failures Support the Software Manager in system, software and database configuration management activities.  The individual Oracle database administration RHEL Solaris Windows 2012 Windows 2022 Windows 10  Does this sound like your next career...

Data Analyst Location: Southampton (On-site only at Fawley) Assignment Period: Temporary (1 year), with potential for extension Hours: 37.5 hrs/week Salary Range: £48,400 - £85,000 (dependent on experience) Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a talented Data Analyst to join their team in Southampton. This is an exciting opportunity to work on meaningful projects, analysing complex data to drive strategic decisions. What you'll be doing: * Import, cleanse, validate, and analyse data from SAP, Microsoft Office, and Power BI environments. * Draw insights, conclusions, and actionable recommendations from data sets. * Create clear, concise management-level presentations using charts, graphs, and tables. * Focus on improving data quality and consistency across systems. * Collaborate with departments and management to identify trends, correlations, and patterns. * Provide supervision, training, and mentorship to junior analysts. What you'll bring: *...

Interim IT Senior Buyer We're looking for an experienced IT procurement professional who will be able to hit the ground running in this busy and varied IT procurement role working for a truly fantastic organisation within a friendly and supportive team. Key Requirements: End to end IT procurement experience Strong stakeholder skills Good negotiation skills Broad IT category experienced preferred e.g. hardware, software, outsourcing etc. etc. as this is a varied role A pro-active approach Based in Southampton - flexible hybrid working available with 2 days from home £300 - £350p.day (umbrella company gross day rate)

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit 3x Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).   Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  Possibility of some remote working (project dependant) 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   Job Description: The role is within a team implementing a demonstration system for a complex new Command and Control capability, this extends existing concepts and logic. If the demonstration is successful, it may develop...

Application Software Engineer 12-month contract Onsite in Bristol SC must be in place prior io starting £65ph, UMB, inside IR35 Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an Application Software Engineer for a contract position in Bristol. This role involves participating in the development and testing of a Command and Control application system, with the potential for significant impact on future projects if the demonstration is successful. Key Responsibilities: Developing application-level software, including sophisticated business logic Collaborating with internal algorithm teams to integrate algorithms and test complex transformation logic Implementing and integrating interfaces with other subsystems and external simulators Building and extending components within an existing software application framework Deploying applications into a virtualised test environment Ensuring software solutions meet system requirements within...

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 3x C++ Application Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.     This role requires: Strong experience in C++ application development. A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. Experience in CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Docker. Experience of developing software for virtual environments.  Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will likely be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine).  There may be some scope for hybrid working (project dependent). Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Embedded Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract.     Rate: £68.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)                                                                                                                                           Interview Process: One stage Video Interview Embedded Software Engineer Job Description: We are a world leader in missile and missile systems, seeking a highly capable and adaptable Embedded Software Engineer to join our Development Facility in Bristol. As part of our growing dynamic Software team, you will develop the latest...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Test Driven Development Lead subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.     Rate: £70.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)                                                                                                                                           Interview Process: One stage Video Interview Test Driven Development Lead Job Description: The UK Embedded Software department is at the core of the company’s projects. We create the complex, highly reliable real-time software that powers our missile systems and their components, ensuring that they provide the performance and...

Application Software Engineer C++ JOB LOCATION: BRISTOL SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) - Could be flex every now & then (work dependent). RATE: £ 65.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? If not what industries can be considered Preferable for Defence/Aero; not essential if skill sets are apparent from others (Mathematics/algorithm background). ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES IN OTHER COMPANIES OR INDUSTRIES - Essential Skillset & Tools * Strong experience in C++ application development. * A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. * Experience in CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Docker. * Experience of developing software for virtual environments. Overview: * The team is implementing a demonstration system for a complex new Command and Control application, which...

Configuration Change Manager Filton (Hybrid - 60% onsite) £35.71 per hour PAYE / £47.76 per hour Umbrella 35 hours per week | 4.5-day working pattern Guidant Global is partnering with a world-leading aerospace organisation to recruit Configuration Change Managers to support high-profile programmes within the A320 family. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in managing complex engineering changes, driving accuracy, compliance, and delivery across a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. About the Role As a Configuration Change Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end change process, ensuring configuration data is accurate, controlled, and aligned with programme requirements. Working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams, you will help drive change governance, support industrialisation, and ensure modifications are delivered on time, to cost, and to quality standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the...

Hays are now looking for a Databricks Consultant / SME for one of our local clients: Flexible rate - Outside IR35 1 day a week in Swindon, the rest is WFH Initial 6 month contract (extensions likely) We're seeking a highly experienced Databricks specialist who can confidently navigate the platform end-to-end, including leading migrations from legacy setups using DBFS-mounted tables and Hive Metastore. You'll bring strong AWS knowledge, hands-on experience working with S3 via Python, a solid understanding of data storage formats, and practical Python development expertise. What you'll be doing Lead the migration of Databricks assets (notebooks, jobs, clusters) from DBFS to Unity Catalog Define and implement a scalable, standardised migration approach across teams Support teams with ad-hoc Databricks issues related to migration and platform usage Optimise the Databricks environment for structure, access, and governance Automate infrastructure and deployments using Terraform and/or...

As a Programme Manager for the Families First Reforms your responsibilities will include the coordination of workstreams projects associated with the programme, managing risks, issues and interdependencies and ensuring that any significant risks and issues are escalated to the Senior Responsible Officer. This will involve supporting meetings and governance of the programme and working with officers across the council to motivate transformation and change. Maintaining good communications and relations is essential and will require the post holder to provide project updates and advice to the SRO at regular intervals. The post holder will support the delivery and management of Children’s Services Families First Programme aligning closely with the council’s Transformation Programme. which will involve working closely with other Directorates. You must have a proven track record of delivering and supporting complex programmes and be able to demonstrate the use of robust project...

Data Scientist | Outside IR35 | 6 Months | £400 - £450 | Hybrid We’re recruiting for an experienced Data Scientist to join a high-impact public sector project based in Swindon. This is an exciting opportunity to work on data-driven initiatives that support critical services and decision-making. Key Responsibilities Develop and deploy machine learning and AI models to solve complex business problems Analyse large datasets to generate actionable insights Collaborate with stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams Build and maintain data pipelines and predictive models Present findings clearly to support strategic decisionsKey Requirements Proven experience working as a Data Scientist within the public sector Strong expertise in AI and machine learning techniques Proficiency in Python/R and relevant data science libraries Experience with data manipulation, modelling, and visualisation Strong communication skills and ability to translate data into insightsDesirable...

Business Intelligence / Data Engineer (AWS / AI Exposure) Swindon or London - Hybrid (Once per month onsite) £530 PD – Inside IR 35 – 3 months (likely extension) – Start ASAP.   Our trusted client, that operates within the public sector and helps millions of people in the UK with funding investment is seeking an experienced Business Intelligence Engineer / AWS Data Engineer to support the development of a modern data platform and contribute to emerging AI-driven initiatives (ML).   This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation investing heavily in its data platform and future AI capabilities, with the successful candidate playing a key role in shaping both current Business Intelligence delivery and next-generation data solutions.   This role will suit someone with a strong foundation in AWS data engineering and Business Intelligence, alongside practical exposure to AI/ML concepts or tools.    Role and Responsibilities: Data Engineering: Design, build and optimise data...

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This is an initial 6 month contract role within our UK IT Business Unit. The IT Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. This role bridges the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective. The Solution Architect works...

Solutions Architect – 10-month contract – Fareham A leading Manufacturing/Governmental organisation is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to play a key role in a major technology transformation programme. The Solutions Architect will be responsible for the end-to-end architecture, design and delivery of a new hybrid cloud environment, comprising of on-premise networks and a Microsoft Azure cloud platform. You will own the solution from concept and design through to implementation, ensuring secure, scalable and compliant architectures are delivered across the organisation. Key Skills required from the Solutions Architect: Proven experience as a Solutions Architect within complex enterprise environments. Strong Azure architecture and cloud transformation experience. Experience designing and delivering hybrid cloud solutions. Broad infrastructure knowledge including networking, storage, security and enterprise applications. Government or other highly regulated...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Embedded Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Portsmouth Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week remote working Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)                                                                                                                                           Embedded Software Engineer Job Description: The role of Embedded Software Engineer is required due to increased demand for the work of our Advanced Developments Group (ADG). The ADG are a small team of highly innovative, enthusiastic engineers providing cutting edge technology solutions to our key customers. Responsibilities: Use your skills and knowledge to prototype innovative wireless solutions You will be primarily developing using C/C++ on embedded platforms Development of embedded...

Test Manager Leading Test Strategy, Verification Excellence & Mission‑Critical Delivery SCClearence will be required, active SC would be benefit. Role Overview The Test Manager is responsible for leading the full test definition and verification strategy for complex engineering programmes. They own the test approach from bid stage through to project delivery, ensuring that all verification activities meet Customer requirements and align with the organisation's Business Management System. They provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and set the standard for best‑practice testing. They define the IVV Strategy across multi‑segment systems - including satellite, control, ground, facilities, and support environments - and oversee the execution of all test and verification activities to cost, time, and quality targets. This role demands a highly experienced professional capable of producing bid‑ready test artefacts and then driving Test & Verification...