26 jobs found in Whickham

Job Description: Experience within Java Development Kit (JDK 11+) and Spring Boot to build modular, maintainable services aligned to enterprise standards. Demonstrable work experience with enterprise middleware platforms including WebLogic Server (Enterprise Edition) and CAS SDK for secured high-performance integrations. Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to deploy solutions into secure, scalable public cloud environments (e.g., AWS), using containers. Advocate for and employ good development practices on the team such as consistent branching strategy, coding standards, Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration and Continuous Testing. Support the technical leads in crafting the separation of functional into microservices and the end-to-end integration and flow between technical components. Support the test automation engineers in testing the stories and features delivered both from a functional and non-functional perspective. Follow the Scrum Methodology...

We are looking for a hands-on Data Migration Developer with expert-level SQL skills to support data extraction and migration to Workday Financials. The role will focus on writing complex SQL queries to interrogate, validate, and transform data as part of data migration and integration initiatives. Experience working with financial systems is strongly preferred, with exposure to Workday financials. While experience across multiple systems is ideal, expert SQL capability is essential, as the role cannot be performed without it. Contract duration: 3- 6 months location: remote Duration: 3-6 months IR35: Outside IR35 Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit Real Staffing,...

Senior DEVOPS Engineer Contract Dublin 6-18 Months. My client a leading global firm is in urgent need of a talented and experienced Senior Cloud DEVOPS Engineer to join them on a contract basis. My client is building resilient, secure, and scalable cloud platforms that support the next generation of digital financial applications. We're looking for a Platform Engineer with hands-on experience in AWS infrastructure and networks to help build and support our cloud-native environments.You'll collaborate with engineering, security, and operations teams to deliver well-architected solutions aligned with industry best practices. You will be using (AWS, Cloud Architect, CyberSecurity) Successful candidates will have 5+ years of commercial experience in software engineering, platform engineering, or site reliability engineering, including 3+ years of direct experience with AWS. You will have proven experience designing production-grade cloud infrastructure in regulated environments. You...

Digital & Data Programme Manager | £700 PD - Inside IR 35 | 7-month contract - BPSS    Remote (occasional travel to Bristol, London or Birmingham)   Role Overview A highly reputable government backed organisation that operates within the housing domain is hiring a Programme Manager. The chosen Programme Manager will need to have experience managing budgets more than 2million, proven experience in delivering digital & data initiatives and worked within a complex public sector organisation. We are not seeking an individual from a cloud or infrastructure background as our clients required Digital & Data someone who has led large scale Digital & Data initiatives who ideally has a MSP, APMQ with Government Project Deliver Standards.    You will lead multiple workstreams within a major transformation programme, driving the successful delivery of digital, data, and organisational change initiatives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in...

Anaplan Developer Rate: £600+ via umbrella company Location: Remote working Length: 3 to 6 months We are seeking a skilled Anaplan Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable planning solutions on the Anaplan platform. This role will work closely with business stakeholders, finance teams, and transformation leads to deliver high-quality connected planning models that drive data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Anaplan models to support business planning processes Translate business requirements into technical model designs and optimal Anaplan architecture Build and optimise modules, lists, dashboards (UX pages), actions, and integrations Ensure model performance, scalability, and best practice adherence (e.g., DISCO methodology) Develop data integration processes between Anaplan and external systems (e.g., SAP, Workday, Snowflake) Perform model testing, troubleshooting, and validation Support model deployments, releases, and...

Software Test Engineer / Lead – Outside IR35 My client is the fastest growing technology company who is seeking a Software Test Engineer / Lead for an initial 12-month contract. As a Software Test Engineer / Lead you should have experience with both Manual and Automated Testing, Regression Testing or Performance Testing. As a team player you will be liaising with other multi-functional testers and software designer / developers to understand the business requirements and product functionality, You will be involved in software test spec, manual test cases, automated test scripts and performance testing solutions that will need to be implemented throughout the delivery pipeline. Involvement in production and maintenance of system testing and systems integration of hardware and software components through to resolution of all faults found in the software. You will ideally be degree educated in an engineering or science subject, with a good IT content and ISTQB® certification is...

Space Systems Engineer - Robotics (Contract) Contract Length: 6 months initially Location: Luxembourg - On site Rate: Up to €93.50 per hour Start: ASAP We are recruiting on behalf of a space technology company based in Luxembourg for an experienced Space Systems Engineer to join their engineering team on an initial six month contract. This role carries a strong possibility of extending or transitioning into a permanent position as new programmes come online. The successful candidate will be embedded within the systems engineering team, supporting two active robotic space programmes across different stages of their lifecycle - one approaching final verification and testing, one at the early requirements definition phase. Key Responsibilities Requirements capture, validation and traceability management across all programme phases Development and review of test plans and procedures in line with ECSS standards System architecture definition, including CONOPS and technical...

Network Infrastructure Technician (Structured Cabling) Location - Munich, Germany Contract Type - Ad-Hoc Basis Employment Term - Contract / Freelance Payment - Weekly Benefits & Flexibility Weekly Payroll: We operate a weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all completed works are paid out promptly to you. Flexibility: Timeframes are often flexible, allowing you to schedule site visits around your current working hours or other professional commitments. About iCobus Ltd iCobus is a specialist managed services provider for the IT, AV, and Structured Cabling sectors across the UK and Europe. From large-scale data centre fit-outs, nationwide retail/hospitality Wi-Fi roll-outs to commercial office environments. Role Overview We are looking to expand our pool of experienced IT, AV, and Network Cabling Engineers in Europe. This role involves attending various sites to handle a range of tasks, from minor hardware break-fixes, racking and stacking and structured cabling...

Integration Architect - Hybrid Integration Location: Remote within UK (with potential travel to Newcastle, London, or Manchester) Contract: 12 months UMBRELLA only **Must be a UK National with minimum 5 years residency*** Our client, a leading organisation in the public sector, is hiring for a skilled Integration Architect to support their ongoing digital transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-impact projects, designing and delivering scalable, secure, and compliant integration solutions across diverse environments. What you'll be doing: * Designing integration by breaking down business domains into services and processes * Developing API- and event-driven microservices on AWS (API Gateway, Lambda/ECS) using Node.js * Streaming data via Kafka, SQS, and SNS for real-time processing * Building, deploying, and integrating services independently of hosting platforms, adhering to open standards and protocols for secure interoperability * Ensuring solutions...

IT Risk Consultant/ Outside IR35/ Remote / 6 Month Contract  We are partnering with a leading global financial institution to recruit an experienced IT Risk Consultant to support a high-priority risk remediation programme. This is a delivery-focused contract role, working within technology teams to address and close out key risk and control issues. This is a hands-on role requiring strong execution capability rather than pure advisory experience. Key Responsibilities:  Deliver end-to-end remediation of IT risk and control issues Support and implement improvements across Technology risk Process risk Operational resilience Work with stakeholders to design, enhance, and embed controls Translate risk frameworks (e.g. CRIC, CRA, SISA) into practical actions Provide progress reporting and updates within a matrix reporting structure Collaborate across technology, risk, and business teams to ensure timely delivery Key Requirements Proven experience in IT Risk / Technology Risk within...

Tester (Informatica) / Inside IR35/ Remote/ 12 Month Contract / £500/day - £600/day  We’re hiring an experienced Informatica Test Specialist to support a large-scale data programme within the public sector. This is a fully remote opportunity with a 1 stage interview process.  Key Responsibilities Design and execute performance testing strategies across data platforms Develop and run performance test scenarios (load, stress, soak, etc.) Monitor performance of web applications and databases Analyse test results, identify defects, and provide actionable recommendations Collaborate with architecture teams to validate non-functional requirements Identify performance bottlenecks and drive resolutionEssential Skills Strong Informatica testing experience Proven experience on data-focused projects Knowledge of AWS and Azure environment If you are interested in this role, please apply or email your latest CV to (url removed) ASAP! Tester (Informatica) / Inside IR35/ Remote/ 12 Month...

Infrastructure Architect * Contract (6-months) * Remote Working * Outside IR35 * Market Rates The Opportunity: We are supporting a confidential public sector organisation in the search for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to join a high-profile digital transformation programme on an initial 6-month contract basis to lead the design of a critical contingency hosting solution supporting a major data centre exit programme. The organisation is currently progressing a strategic migration to AWS and is required to vacate an existing data centre by the end of 2026. As part of their risk mitigation and operational resilience strategy, they require an experienced Infrastructure Architect to assess contingency options and design a viable short-term hosting environment should the cloud migration programme encounter delays. This is a highly visible and business-critical assignment requiring an architect who can operate across infrastructure, networking, security and...

Data Migration Lead – Core Banking Transformation Contract: 6 Months IR35: Inside IR35 Location: Remote (UK Based) Rates: Open We are currently recruiting for an experienced Data Migration Lead to support a major Core Banking transformation programme for a leading banking client. This is a 6-month contract opportunity for a specialist who can take ownership of the end-to-end data migration strategy through to execution. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining the migration approach, managing delivery, ensuring data quality, and supporting successful migration outcomes. We are looking for someone with strong experience delivering complex data migration programmes within Banking or Financial Services environments. Experience of specific core banking platforms is not essential; we are looking for proven Core Banking Data Migration expertise and the ability to lead large-scale migration activity. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver the end-to-end data...

Job Title: Network Engineer / Network Designer (Contract) Duration: 3 months initially, with potential extensions Location: Hybrid / Remote Sector: Retail Role Overview A Network Engineer / Network Designer is required to deliver project-based network and security changes within a large, distributed retail organisation. This role focuses solely on project delivery, with no BAU or operational support responsibilities. The contractor will work under general direction, taking responsibility for their own deliverables and ensuring that all design output, configuration artefacts, and documentation updates are accurate, consistent, and aligned with established standards. The work will involve contributing to network designs, implementing planned configuration changes, and updating documentation across hybrid cloud and on‑premises environments. Technologies include Cisco ACI, Juniper Mist, Fortinet FortiGate, Palo Alto Networks, Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA), Azure networking, F5 LTM, and...

For one of our leading clients, we are searching for two Quality Assurance Testers (Informatica) to support a large-scale public sector data programme. The role will involve delivering high-quality testing across data platforms, with a focus on Informatica solutions within cloud environments. Key Responsibilities & Deliverables: Execute end-to-end testing across data projects, ensuring quality and accuracy of Informatica solutions. Analyse non-functional requirements, including technical architecture and deployment documentation. Define and develop performance testing strategies and scenarios. Prepare and execute performance test scripts using appropriate tools. Monitor application and database performance within web-based systems. Analyse test results, raise defects, and provide actionable recommendations. Perform various performance testing types including load, stress, and soak testing. Identify, diagnose, and report performance bottlenecks. Required Skills &...

After a long-lasting relationship, our client is separating away from is parent company and this role plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful separation of IT systems supporting the manufacturing site. The position will work as part of an IT systems separation team to plan and execute a separation plan in line with separation timelines. This would be a 1 Year contract with a possible extension further. Key Responsibilities: * Understands portfolio of IT systems used at local and franchise level. Works within the separation framework to plan and execute the separation of these systems from the parent company * Understands business processes and needs, collaborates with business functions to ensure robust plans for separation. * Will need to quickly develop detailed understanding of current system architecture, security requirements, access control, data flows, etc. * Needs to engage with multiple in-house/external teams to ensure smooth transition of apps and...

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - NC Programmer to join their team in Samlesbury on a 12-month full-time contract. This role requires full on-site presence and Full SC clearance, subject to ITAR regulations. There are three positions available. Key Responsibilities: Modifying and improving NC programs for hard and soft metal components to meet quality and timeframe standards. Creating new NC programs for hard and soft metal components as per project and business standards. Providing build line support and rectification for tape prove activities for new or modified programs. Collaborating across multiple manufacturing teams to ensure aligned processes and seamless delivery of programming support. Job Requirements: Experience in machining principles and using current CAD/CAM systems. Understanding of design for manufacture (DFM), dimensional management (GD&T), and process planning....

After a long-lasting relationship, our client is separating away from is parent company and this role plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful separation of IT systems supporting the manufacturing site. The position will work as part of an IT systems separation team to plan and execute a separation plan in line with separation timelines. This would be a 1 Year contract with a possible extension further. Key Responsibilities: * Understands portfolio of IT systems used at local and franchise level. Works within the separation framework to plan and execute the separation of these systems from the parent company * Understands business processes and needs, collaborates with business functions to ensure robust plans for separation. * Will need to quickly develop detailed understanding of current system architecture, security requirements, access control, data flows, etc. * Needs to engage with multiple in-house/external teams to ensure smooth transition of apps and...

Principal Bridge Engineer Location: Leeds (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: 12 Months +  Hours: 40 Hours per Week Rate: £55.00 - £65.00 per hour Umbrella (Inside IR35) Overview We are seeking an experienced Principal Bridge Engineer to provide technical leadership and deliver bridge and structural engineering projects across a range of infrastructure programmes. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will be accountable for the quality, programme delivery, and technical oversight of defined work packages, ensuring successful project outcomes for clients and stakeholders. This role is ideal for an experienced Senior or Principal Engineer with a strong background in bridge design, assessment, inspection, and asset management who is looking to play a leading role in the delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Role Summary Experienced Senior / Principal Engineer providing technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural...

Implementation Specialist / Implementation Manager Location: Hybrid, Leeds (1-2 days per month onsite) Rate: £500 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Until March 2027 The Role We're seeking an experienced Implementation Specialist / Implementation Manager to join a high-profile national NHS programme supporting third-party supplier onboarding to NHS England's national product suite. Working within the Implementation & Onboarding team, you'll guide suppliers and healthcare organisations through connection, integration and assurance activities across key national services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with NHS supplier onboarding, implementation or business analysis experience who enjoys stakeholder engagement, technical delivery and driving successful adoption of national healthcare products. Key Responsibilities Supplier Onboarding & Assurance Support third-party suppliers through connection, integration and assurance processes Review product access...