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Mar 13, 2026  
SC Cleared Senior Software Engineer
Job Title: SC Cleared Senior Software Engineer Location: Farnborough, Malvern or Portsmouth Duration: 6 months with possible extension Rate: Up to £820 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Are you a talented and motivated Software Engineer with a passion for delivering innovative solutions? Our client, a reputable organisation supporting maritime test and evaluation facilities, is hiring for a Senior Software Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on modernising critical systems and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment. What you'll be doing: Supporting the maintenance and development of new systems to enhance maritime test and evaluation capabilities. Designing, developing, integrating, testing, and delivering complex real-time software solutions. Leading technical tasks and collaborating effectively with stakeholders,...
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CV-Library United Kingdom Contractor
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Mar 12, 2026  
Software Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with strong capability across LabVIEW, test development, and hardware interface work. This role sits within a fast‑paced engineering environment and involves supporting software development, test automation, and commissioning activities for complex engineering systems. Key Responsibilities Develop, optimise, and maintain LabVIEW-based test solutions. Support hardware interface testing and integration work across various systems. Contribute to commissioning activities in a live workshop/test environment. Work collaboratively across software, test, and engineering disciplines. Troubleshoot test rigs, instrumentation setups, and hardware interfaces. Produce clear documentation and ensure test systems meet engineering standards. Essential Skills Strong LabVIEW experience - this is the core priority. Background in test development, instrumentation, and hardware interface testing. Experience working in fast‑paced engineering sectors...
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CV-Library West Midlands, UK Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
IAC - Orchestration Software Engineer - SC Cleared (Contract)
Our client, a prominent organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a highly skilled IAC - Orchestration Software Engineer with SC clearance to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves supporting the design, development, and validation of infrastructure automation components that underpin complex military and security systems. You will work at the forefront of automation technology, creating solutions that integrate hardware features and external APIs, ensuring reliable, repeatable deployments within critical environments. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop automation modules using Python3, Ansible, Jenkins, Bash, and PowerShell, focusing on hardware components and external services. * Reverse engineer legacy applications and manual build instructions to craft dynamic, zero-touch automation packages. * Create high-quality, production-ready code aligned with industry standards and internal policies. * Utilise version control tools...
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CV-Library Corsham, Wiltshire Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Java Software Engineer
Java Software Engineer with DDS and RTOS required for long term contract assignement based in Bristol Overview of department: Our team, at our Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. Responsibilities: This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative. Skillset/experience required: * A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. * Experience of working in Java * Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development. * Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement...
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CV-Library Bristol, UK Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Software Engineer - PLC & SCADA
We are seeking experienced Software Engineers with strong PLC and SCADA expertise to support cutting-edge defence technology development in Motherwell, Lanarkshire. You'll join a multi-disciplinary team delivering high-quality software solutions in line with recognised industry standards. ** Please note ** Applicants MUST be a UK passport holder & born in the UK due to the nature of this contract. Role: Software Engineers - PLC & SCADA Location: Motherwell Contract: 6 months initially but likely to be extended up to 23 months maximum. 37.5 hours per week. Pay rate: £45 - £60 per hour (PAYE only) Main responsibilities: * Develop innovative, high quality software for leading UK defence projects * Utilising a variety of tools and programming languages, contribute across the full software lifecycle in a collaborative team * Support junior team members and lead in review/assurance activities * Design, implement, test, and deploy control system solutions Ideal...
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CV-Library Motherwell, North Lanarkshire Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Embedded Software Engineer
Embedded SW Engineer - Cardiff One of our clients are gearing up for a major R&D project and are looking at a 3/6 month contract for an Embedded SW Specialist. We are looking to identify high-calibre Embedded Software/Firmware Contractors to support the development of custom hardware. Key Technical Requirements: * Embedded C/C++: Expert-level development for custom hardware platforms. * Hardware Bring-up: Experience working closely with R&D teams on new PCB designs. * Microcontrollers: Experience with STM32, NXP, or i.MX architectures (highly desirable). * Communication Protocols: CAN-bus, Modbus, or Ethernet-based industrial protocols. * Local Presence: Must be able to commute to Cardiff for hands-on hardware testing. Role is likely to be a 3 or 6 month contract. Please apply for more details
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CV-Library CF10, Cardiff, South Glamorgan Contractor
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Mar 06, 2026  
Embedded Ada Software Engineer
World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit 2x Embedded ADA Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will likely be required to be onsite, but it can be worked on a 4-day week basis.   Essential - ADA, Background in safety critical software. Desirable - Linux, Doors, Dimensions, UML, Mascot etc.   Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing. Hourly Rate: £68.00ph (Umbrella).   Overtime rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’   Embedded ADA Software Engineer Job Description: We work on technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, delivering safe, secure, and reliable products to our customers. The System software department covers all aspects of command and control software (C2) for both land and maritime missile systems. We are expanding the Sea Viper and Sea Ceptor missile C2 team for the development of the next generation of...
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CV-Library Bristol, UK Contractor
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Feb 21, 2026  
Software Engineer
Software Engineer (Java) SC Clearance Required Certain Advantage are hiring for a Software Engineer based in Portsmouth. This role is on an initial 12-month contract and is required to be onsite 3 days a week.   Your responsibilities: Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment. Design software solutions using UML/SysML and contribute to technical architecture within a microservices environment. Develop high-quality Java applications using Spring Boot, Spring Framework and related technologies. Implement and maintain RESTful web services over HTTPS within distributed systems. Write and maintain automated tests, ensuring quality and reliability are built into the solution from the outset. Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, estimation, reviews and retrospectives. Collaborate closely with team members and wider stakeholders to design, implement and test new product features. Contribute...
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CV-Library Portsmouth, UK Contractor
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Mar 12, 2026  
C#, C++ Software 3197-1
C#, C++ Software Engineer required fpr long term contract assignment in Stevenage Overview of department: The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisations, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. Skillset/experience required: Proficient in C# / C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse, Ability to work from high level/system view into technical detail. Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills Knowledge of using Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systemsNon-essential Distributed simulation standards / Protocols (DIS, HLA, DDS) and web services development (JavaScript, Node JS or similar) Military Communications, Datalinks and Interfaces such as 1553/1760 and Ethernet TCP/IP Practical knowledge of System integration principles and processes Responsibilities: The role support the development of the worlds most advanced defence systems from the initial concept all...
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CV-Library Stevenage, Hertfordshire Contractor
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Mar 12, 2026  
OpenShift Engineer (DV Cleared)
Our client, a global organisation, urgently require an experienced Software Engineer to undertake a long term contract, starting immediately. In order to be successful, you will have the following experience: Expert level experience with Red Hat OpenShift , including cluster administration and application Strong software engineering background (Python, Java, Go, C#, etc.) Experience building and deploying containerisation applications (Kubernetes, OpenShift Operators) Active DV Clearance is essential - the role cannot be carried out without this Within this role, you will be responsible for: Design, develop and deploy software solutions within secure OpenShift environments Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines compatible with restricted networks Engineer containerised applications using best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability Configure, administer, and optimise Red Hat OpenShift clusters Implement automation using tools such as Ansible, Helm, GitOps, or...
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CV-Library Bristol, UK Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Java Developer
We are recruiting for a Java Developer on contract to work for our client who is based in Bristol. The role/hours will be condensed into a 4 day week. (Monday - Thursday) - Experience of working in Java (10+ years ideally) - Experience in other languages such as Ada - Knowledge of DDS Middleware and Real Time Operating Systems Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 Overview of department: Our team, at our Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. Responsibilities: This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative. Skillset/experience required: * A strong background in software engineering,...
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CV-Library Bristol, City of Bristol Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Orchestration SW Engineer - Python3/Linux
Orchestration Software Engineer + 2 year contract working our of Corsham + Mainly remore working + £530 to £575 per day + SC Cleared Key Skills: + Python + Linux RHCA or RHCE We are looking for an Orchestration Software Engineer to help build and evolve a cutting-edge Infrastructure Automation platform supporting a major UK Defence programme. You'll be part of the Infrastructure Automation Engineering Service, designing and delivering robust, scalable automation solutions across complex enterprise environments. Translation: you'll turn messy, manual, legacy build processes into slick, repeatable, automated deployments. And yes, some of it will fight back. What You'll Be Doing Designing, developing, and validating infrastructure automation components for the NSoIT(D) platform. Writing production-grade automation using: Python 3 (core automation logic) Ansible (deployment) Jenkins (CI/CD & build pipelines) Bash & PowerShell (Linux & Windows automation)...
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CV-Library Corsham, Wiltshire Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
AI Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer
AI Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer. Excellent salary plus benefits. London / Hybrid / Remote. 6-12 Months Competitive daily rate. We’re now looking for a skilled AI Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer to support the next phase of AI-enabled digital service delivery. This is an opportunity to design, build and operate intelligent, production-grade AI systems that power digital services which are simpler, clearer and faster and that genuinely meet real user needs at national scale. You’ll play a key role in developing scalable machine learning and generative AI solutions, embedding them into secure cloud environments, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex requirements into reliable, real-world AI capabilities. Key responsibilities include: * Designing, building and deploying scalable machine learning, deep learning and generative AI systems for production digital services. * Developing robust data pipelines, model training workflows...
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CV-Library W1, Marylebone High Street, Greater London Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Senior C#/.NET Engineer (Blazor)
Senior C#/.NET Engineer (Blazor) - Medical Devices (6 Contract) Location: Limerick, Ireland (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Contract: 6 months (likely extension) Rate: c. €500 daily (dependant on experience) Start Date: (ASAP) About the role We're looking for a senior engineer strong in C#/.NET who enjoys building high-performance Blazor applications and reliable backend services. You'll be working on a self-hosted SPA built in Blazor with Redux.NET, plus workflow-heavy services using state machines (Stateless). If you like solving real system problems - not just building screens - this is a good one. Must-have 10+ years' commercial experience in software engineering Expert-level C#/.NET (async/await, CancellationToken, IAsyncEnumerable) Strong concurrency/threading knowledge and performance mindset ASP.NET Core (APIs, background services) Blazor (Server and/or WASM) State management experience (ideally Redux.NET) Workflow/state machine experience (ideally Stateless) Comfortable...
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CV-Library United Kingdom Contractor
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Mar 11, 2026  
Embedded Systems Developer - (Contract)
Senior C#/.NET Engineer (Blazor) - Freelance Contract Location: Limerick, Ireland (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Contract: 6 months (likely extension) Rate: c. €500 daily (dependant on experience) Start Date: (ASAP) About the role We're looking for a senior engineer strong in C#/.NET who enjoys building high-performance Blazor applications and reliable backend services. You'll be working on a self-hosted SPA built in Blazor with Redux.NET, plus workflow-heavy services using state machines (Stateless). If you like solving real system problems - not just building screens - this is a good one. Must-have 10+ years' commercial experience in software engineering Expert-level C#/.NET (async/await, CancellationToken, IAsyncEnumerable) Strong concurrency/threading knowledge and performance mindset ASP.NET Core (APIs, background services) Blazor (Server and/or WASM) State management experience (ideally Redux.NET) Workflow/state machine experience (ideally Stateless) Comfortable...
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CV-Library United Kingdom Contractor
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Mar 06, 2026  
Functional Safety Engineer
We are seeking a Functional Safety Engineer to work as part of system architecture team to deliver functional safety implementation for our tier 1 supplier based in Coventry, West MIdlands The Role This role is responsible for the concept and implementation parts of the ISO26262 standard (pt.3 to pt.6) and its interpretation within our clients EV platforms to satisfy ISO26262 guidelines. Key Responsibilities Perform functional safety analyses in accordance with ISO 26262, identify gaps, propose improvements, and define safety requirements. Collaborate with design and control engineering teams to review system and software designs, ensuring that safety requirements are complete, consistent, and correctly implemented Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO 26262 processes throughout the product development lifecycle, including documentation, reviews, and assessments. Assist client EV platform testing teams in deriving safety-related test cases and preparing test...
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CV-Library Coventry, West Midlands (County) Contractor
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Feb 08, 2026  
AI Engineer
Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our Trading client for an AI Engineer on a contract basis for 6-12 months initially in London. This will require some onsite days in Central London during the week. We are seeking Engineers skilled in python with a strong focus on GenAI AI and LLMs to lead the integration of cutting-edge language technologies into real-world applications. If you’re someone passionate about building scalable, responsible, and high-impact GenAI solutions then this could be for you! We’re looking for Engineers offering competent core technical skills in Python Programming, Data Handling with NumPy, Pandas, SQL, and use of Git/GitHub for version control. Any experience with these GenAI Use Cases would be relevant and desirable; Chatbots, copilots, document summarisation, Q&A, content generation.   To help make your application as relevant as possible, please ensure your CV demonstrates any prior experience you have relating to the below;     System...
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CV-Library London, UK Contractor
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Mar 14, 2026  
Project Engineer
TeamJobs are looking for a skilled and motivated Project Engineer to join our client's team, contributing to the delivery of innovative, high-quality software solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. Pay Rate: £45 - £60 per hour (DOE) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Motherwell, Lanarkshire Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver software solutions to recognised industry standards. Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team using various tools and programming languages. Take ownership of your work and contribute to the mentoring and technical support of junior team members. Lead assurance and review activities, ensuring documentation, configuration, and release procedures meet required standards. Translate customer requirements into robust software designs, implement and test code, and manage integration, release, and deployment processes. Essential...
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CV-Library Motherwell, North Lanarkshire Contractor
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Mar 14, 2026  
EC&I Protection Engineer
Are you an experienced Power Systems & Protection Engineer proven in delivering complex electrical infrastructure projects within highly regulated environments or similar industries? Do you possess extensive knowledge of protection and control systems, power distribution modelling software, and fault calculations, combined with experience in upgrade projects for aging electrical assets? If you thrive on technical challenges and are eager to contribute to major upgrade programmes in a collaborative, innovative environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Read on or apply now to explore your next career move. The Opportunity Joining a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to safety, innovation, and excellence, you'll find a culture that values expertise, continuous development, and collaborative problem-solving. The company is committed to fostering a stimulating environment where technical excellence and personal growth go hand-in-hand, setting...
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CV-Library Warrington, UK Contractor
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Mar 14, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Designer
Are you a Senior Mechanical Designer looking for a role where your work directly supports major asset care projects? Do you have strong experience designing mechanical systems for complex or highly regulated environments? Are you confident producing high‑quality design deliverables using Aveva E3D, AutoCAD and Autodesk tools? The Opportunity A leading engineering consultancy is expanding its mechanical design capability and is looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer to support a portfolio of nuclear asset care projects. You’ll play a key role producing compliant, accurate and fully integrated mechanical design packages across several major engineering scopes. We would also welcome applications from these industries Defence, process manufacturing, energy generation, or other highly regulated engineering sectors. This role would suit candidates working in these roles Mechanical Designer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Piping Designer, Mechanical CAD Technician, Mechanical...
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CV-Library WA3, Risley, Warrington Contractor
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