Entry-level Systems Engineer, graduate, hybrid working.

Location: Cardiff – Hybrid

Salary: £25,000

Job Type: Permanent

Join a leading technology organisation and build your career in modern IT.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a technically curious Graduate Systems Engineer to support Microsoft 365, Intune, endpoint devices, identity access and security operations in a fully remote environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day administration of Microsoft 365
• Manage user accounts, licensing, permissions, Teams, SharePoint and mailboxes
• Assist with MFA, password resets, Conditional Access and access issues
• Support Microsoft Intune across device enrolment, compliance, app deployment and updates
• Monitor sign-in activity, privileged access and security alerts
• Manage joiner, mover and leaver processes
• Assist with backup and restore testing
• Troubleshoot issues across devices, operating systems, networks and cloud services

What we’re looking for:

• A genuine interest in systems, cloud technology and IT support
• Good understanding of Windows, networking, DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls and access control
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, device and user issues
• Awareness of patching, anti-malware, encryption and device security
• A methodical approach and strong attention to detail

Desirable:

• Exposure to Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID or Defender
• Any experience with PowerShell or scripting
• Certifications, labs or personal technical projects

Why apply:

• Strong exposure to Microsoft cloud technologies
• Great opportunity to develop in systems, infrastructure or security
• Supportive environment with genuine progression

Apply now if you’re looking for a role that will build real technical depth in a modern cloud environment.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Essential skills will include

• BEng/BSc and/or master’s degree in an appropriate engineering, computer science, information systems or related subject.
• Knowledge of Sensor and Communication systems.
• Software engineering experience from R&D concept through to the full product development lifecycle
• Modern software architecture practices
• Experience of some kind of scientific application/DSP, including algorithm implementation
• Capability in multiple languages and switching between languages rapidly, e.g. C++/C#/Python
• Comfortable with modern agile development practices e.g. Scrum/Kanban
• Comfortable with modern software tooling e.g. Gitlab, Git, VS Code

Ideally you will have experience in some of the following:

• Experience of modern UI design.
• Embedded software development (cross-compiling, deployment).
• Linux OS and tools, kernel drivers
• DevOps (Gitlab CI/CD scripting, pipelines, Docker)
• Team Leadership or Line Management experience

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Database Engineer (Hybrid)

Location: Bristol/Avonmouth – Hybrid (3 days on site / 2 days remote)

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000

Own a business-critical SQL environment. Lead modernisation. Build better data foundations in a role with real scope and visibility.

A well-established business in Bristol is investing in its systems, data, and long-term technology roadmap. They’re looking for a Database Engineer to take ownership of a sizeable SQL Server estate, improve standards, and help drive a transformation of legacy systems to modern systems.

As Database Engineer, you will be central to improving performance, upgrading legacy environments, strengthening security, streamlining data flows, and shaping how data supports reporting, operations, and future analytics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the SQL Server estate across a complex operational environment.
• Lead SQL upgrades, standardisation, and estate simplification.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines and improve how data is collected, transformed, and made usable.
• Support database migration, integration, and data modelling work across legacy and modern systems.
• Improve data quality, governance, performance, and security across core platforms.
• Work with developers and business teams to support better authentication, cleaner data architecture, and more reliable reporting.
• Contribute to the longer-term direction of the data environment as the business introduces more modern tooling over time.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a Database Engineer, SQL Engineer, or Data Engineer role.
• Strong SQL Server skills covering administration, optimisation, and performance tuning.
• Solid experience with ETL, data pipelines, integration, and large datasets.
• Good understanding of database migration, data warehousing, and data modelling.
• Exposure to Azure or modern data platforms would be useful, but it is not essential from day one.
• Someone proactive, hands-on, and motivated by improving an environment rather than simply maintaining it.

Additional benefits:

• Hybrid working with 3 days on site and 2 from home.
• Free parking
• Train station within walking distance.
• Subsidised canteen on-site
• Gym on-site
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• A friendly, collaborative IT team with the chance to make a visible long-term impact.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Strong Software Engineer with extensive experience working with Java (Spring Boot) on large microservice architectures. The engineer should be confident using test-driven development techniques and possess skills in containerisation (Docker), relational databases such as Postgres (ideally with migration tooling such as Liquibase), and experience with modern DevOps ways of working like continuous integration and deployment.

Knowledge of Kafka would be advantageous.

Essential skills/experience:

• Java (Spring boot)

• Postgres (or other relational SQL database)

• Docker

• Test-driven development (Junit & Mockito or other similar testing libraries)

• CI/CD (Jenkins or similar pipeline tooling)

• Comfortable working in agile teams and collaborating with colleagues from other disciplines.

Desirable:

• API Spec (Swagger OpenAPI)

• Gradle

• Liquibase

• Kafka

• React

• Typescript

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

The role requires close collaboration within an agile software environment, applying strong technical expertise and domain knowledge while communicating effectively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. Depending on individual strengths and experience, the role may focus on either modern user interface design and implementation or embedded software development.

For candidates with leadership or line management experience, the position may also include responsibility for managing and supporting team members, reporting on performance, and assisting with resourcing and development.

Responsibilities:

• Producing detailed designs for product software components

• Implementing and testing software as part of an agile development team

• Developing a strong understanding of existing electronic warfare, sensor, and communications products, as well as future development plans

• Contributing to system architecture and continuous improvement initiatives

Candidates should demonstrate:

• A BEng/BSc and/or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline

• Knowledge of sensor and communication systems

• Experience across the full software development lifecycle, from research and concept through to product delivery

• Understanding of modern software architecture practices

• Experience with scientific or signal processing applications, including algorithm development

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, such as C++, C#, and Python, with the ability to switch between them effectively

• Familiarity with agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban

• Experience using modern development tools, including Git, GitLab, and Visual Studio Code

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

.Net Developer (C#, Azure, Microservices, SQL)

Location – Guildford

Contract – 6mo initial (genuine extension opportunities)

Day Rate – £450
Hybrid – 2 days on site

Our clients are requesting the services of a Full stack .Net developer responsible for the designing & developing high quality software solutions.

Responsibilities: –

• Design, develop & maintain complex software solutions to ensure they are robust, secure, tested & scalable.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues to ensure the software runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Engage in early-stage project discussions, providing tech insights and recommendations.
• Contribute to software architecture decisions, to ensure alignment with business & project goals.

Essential skills and experience required: –

• Proven experience in full stack development software, including design, development, testing & deployment.
• Hands on experience with C#, Azure, SQL & Microservices.
• Experience with Angular / Blazor

Please note, engagement via Umbrella Company Only; all taxes & NI deducted at source.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Software Engineer (Java, Spring boot, Microservices)

Location – Fully Remote

Permanent – Full time

Salary – £55,000 – £60,000

Our client, a people powered digital transformation company are hiring for a senior software engineer responsible for the designing & developing high quality software solutions.

This is an opportunity to work with cutting edge technology…and fully remote!

Working on complex software projects that will contribute to the architecture further development & improvements of software systems.

Excellent benefits package, including 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, 2 volunteer days, employer pension contribution, access to an equity and share scheme & personal development budget.

Responsibilities: –

• Design, develop & maintain complex software solutions to ensure they are robust, secure, tested & scalable.
• Mentor, support, develop and promote the skills and best practices of junior engineers.
• Conduct code reviews, providing feedback to the team that will enhance performance and quality.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues to ensure the software runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Engage in early-stage project discussions, providing tech insights and recommendations.
• Contribute to software architecture decisions, to ensure alignment with business & project goals.

Essential skills and experience required: –

• Proven experience in full stack development software, including design, development, testing & deployment.
• Hands on experience with Java, Spring boot & Microservices.
• Experience with AWS / JavaScript / React

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

• Development in C#
• WinForms or WPF, open to other frameworks but key drivers are simplicity, ease of use and time to market.
• Knowledge of messaging protocols (protobufs) and implementation of serial communication schemes.
• Knowledge of Unit testing techniques.
• Development within a gitlab instance
• Development of application installers

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Senior Software Engineer (Python/Java, AWS)

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Wintel Engineer

This job is an opportunity to contribute to the development, maintenance, and operational support of client infrastructure, systems, and associated software. The role plays a key part in ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient IT services within a structured and process-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide technical support for client infrastructure, including incident and request management

• Perform server administration across supported environments

• Plan and implement changes in line with agreed processes, including ITIL change management

• Assess user requirements and translate them into cost-effective technical solutions

• Install, configure, and test operating systems and associated software in collaboration with application providers

Skills and Experience

• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems (2019, 2016, 2012, 2008)

• Experience with virtualisation platforms such as VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V

• Understanding of Active Directory and identity management tools

• Familiarity with monitoring and management tools such as SCOM and SCCM

• Knowledge of anti-virus solutions (e.g. McAfee)

• Experience in software licence management

• Background in infrastructure support services and system/network configuration

• Awareness of enterprise hardware technologies (e.g. IBM, HP, Dell, blade systems)

• Strong system administration and problem-solving skills

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.