As our next Data Engineer, you’ll be managing and developing data pipelines that transform raw data into valuable insights for Roke’s National Security customers, enabling downstream analytics and reporting. You’ll be working with diverse data sources (batch, streaming, real-time and unstructured), applying distributed compute techniques to handle large datasets.

What You’ll Do
* Data pipeline development – Data ingestion and pipeline orchestration design and tooling.
* Database schema design / database modelling
* Data integration – Integrating and enriching data from various sources, ensuring data consistency and quality.
* ETL processing design and coding – Extract transform and load processing such as NiFI.
* Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse
* Maintain and develop existing architectural components including Data Ingest and Data Stores
* Work as part of an operational team investigating and diagnosing problem identified with integrated (enriched) data.
* Explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user
* Data security – Implementing data security measures to protect sensitive information.
* Be able to help the scrum team decompose user requests and key results into epics and stories.
* Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach
* Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse
* Monitor and maintain – Monitor data systems for performance issues and make any necessary updates.

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.

Role:
As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you’ll enjoy delivering mission critical solutions to National Security customers. This isn’t developing solutions that complete financial transactions faster, you’ll develop cutting edge product that protects people, platforms, missions and information against constantly changing threats.

You’re a Full Stack Software Engineer that enjoys developing novel products; leading, innovating and inventing by bringing the physical and digital together. It’ll involve consulting with customers, defining strategy and understanding how to apply emerging technologies

Roke is a leading technology & engineering company with clients spanning National Security, Defence and Intelligence. You will work alongside our customers to solve their complex and unique challenges.

As a Full Stack Software Developer, you will be responsible for

• Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach
• Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse
• Translate logical designs into physical designs
• Produce detailed designs
• Effectively document all work using required standards, methods and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate
• Work with well understood and emerging technologies and identify appropriate patterns
• Integrating API / UI components with existing data stores and APIs
• Maintain and develop existing architectural components including Data Ingest, Data Stores and REST APIs
• Participate in sprint ceremonies with the agile team, attending daily stand-ups, epic decomposition, demos and planning sessions.
• Assist the wider team to understand upcoming API features and their impact on
• Collaborate with user researchers and can represent users internally
• Explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user

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.

As our next Data Engineer, you’ll be managing and developing data pipelines that transform raw data into valuable insights for Roke’s National Security customers, enabling downstream analytics and reporting. You’ll be working with diverse data sources (batch, streaming, real-time and unstructured), applying distributed compute techniques to handle large datasets.

What You’ll Do
* Data pipeline development – Data ingestion and pipeline orchestration design and tooling.
* Database schema design / database modelling
* Data integration – Integrating and enriching data from various sources, ensuring data consistency and quality.
* ETL processing design and coding – Extract transform and load processing such as NiFI.
* Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse
* Maintain and develop existing architectural components including Data Ingest and Data Stores
* Work as part of an operational team investigating and diagnosing problem identified with integrated (enriched) data.
* Explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user
* Data security – Implementing data security measures to protect sensitive information.
* Be able to help the scrum team decompose user requests and key results into epics and stories.
* Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach
* Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse
* Monitor and maintain – Monitor data systems for performance issues and make any necessary updates.

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.

• Research. Dive deep into existing and emerging technologies. You will work alongside one or more of our teams to understand threats, evolve capabilities and innovate new solutions.
• Design, prototype, build and test. Challenge your creativity. Our customers have novel requirements. The tools you build will ultimately help protect lives and our National Security.

• Advise. You will act as a trusted advisor, in a position that demands integrity.

What You’ll Bring:

• You will apply your experience to mission-led programmes. You will have skills in a number of the areas below: 
  Software analysis and reverse engineering of compiled or interpreted code that could be obfuscated or defensively structured in various tools such as Ghidra or IDA pro.
• Linux-based operating system internals, security architecture and hardware abstraction.
• Use of virtualisation, emulation and containerisation for accelerated development, automated testing and DevOps.
• Use and deployment of AI-based systems for software development, analysis or Agentic solutions.
• Engineering software from design to delivery in modern IDEs and languages, using Agile delivery.
• Creating tested and testable code. Integrating with automated verification systems, CI and CD pipelines.

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.

This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in AI, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Big Data, and Digital Transformation – helping to shape the future of national security.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop and maintain a cloud architecture strategy, including standards, guidelines, and best practices. Design robust, secure, scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant solutions on AWS.
• Lead and participate in the implementation of cloud solutions, including infrastructure setup, deployment automation, and application migration projects from on-premises or other cloud environments.
• Implement cloud governance policies, including cost management, security controls, identity and access management (IAM), and compliance frameworks. Ensure cloud environments meet security best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Continuously monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Identify opportunities for automation and improvement.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to engineering, operations, and development teams on cloud-related topics. Act as a subject matter expert for cloud technologies within the organization.

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.

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.

Firmware Engineer
Location: Malvern
Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 – £90,000 (dependent on experience/SFIA level)
Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for MOD DV or eDV clearance (UK eyes only – sole UK nationality required)

The Company

A large consultancy working on some of the most technically demanding programmes in defence, nuclear and utilities. You’ll be solving real-world problems for the MOD and other critical national infrastructure clients, not sat on the bench. Strong track record of investing in people – structured training, clear progression routes, and a genuinely good culture rather than the usual lip service.

The Role

Join a growing firmware team working on a live research and proof-of-concept programme, with a strong likelihood of extending into a 2-year build if the initial phase lands well. You’ll be hands-on with embedded software and firmware, working closely with hardware and IT as the environment is stood up in Malvern.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing, developing and testing embedded firmware for [add specific platform/domain once confirmed]
• Working closely with hardware engineers as the lab/test environment is built out
• Supporting the research phase (first 6 months) with a view to proof of concept
• Collaborating with a small, focused team (2-3 firmware engineers on this programme)

What You’ll Need

• Strong embedded software/firmware experience (SFIA 3-6 – open on level, so both developing and senior engineers welcome to apply)
• Comfortable working in secure, regulated environments
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain MOD DV or eDV clearance
• Sole UK national (no dual nationality) due to the sensitivity of this work

Why Apply

• Work on a genuinely novel programme, not BAU maintenance
• Clear path from research into a longer-term 2-year build
• Strong progression framework and training budget
• Culture that backs its engineers rather than just talking about it

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.

Defender XDR Trainer

Rate – £200 – £500 Inside IR35
Duration – 2 / 3 days
Location – London

We are looking to engage an experienced Microsoft Defender XDR specialist to design and deliver practical operational training for an internal security team.

This is not necessarily a dedicated trainer position. We are open to speaking with experienced security practitioners who have significant hands on experience with Defender XDR and can confidently transfer their knowledge to others.

The objective is to build confidence and capability within the team, enabling them to manage day to day alerts, investigate incidents effectively and make informed decisions when handling potential security events.

Desired outcome:

The overarching goal is to provide the team with a solid understanding of the Defender portals and day to day operations.

Particular focus should be given to:

• Managing large volumes of alerts.
• Identifying and handling false positives efficiently.
• Understanding expected user behaviours and their impact on alerts.
• Escalating genuine security concerns appropriately.
• Developing confidence in responding to minor incidents independently.

The requirement is focused on equipping the internal team with the knowledge needed to handle routine alerts, investigate lower severity incidents and make informed operational decisions.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong hands on experience with Microsoft Defender XDR.
• Experience working within Security Operations, Incident Response or Detection & Response environments.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to operational teams.
• Confidence delivering training and facilitating discussions.
• Commercial and practical understanding of security operations best practice.

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.

Azure DevOps / Architecture Consultant

Rate – £550 – £650 Inside IR35
Duration – 6 months initial
Location – Bristol (Twice a week on site)

We are looking for an experienced Microsoft Fabric and Azure specialist to take ownership of a critical platform programme that is already well underway.

This role will suit someone who enjoys working at both strategic and technical levels. You’ll begin by reviewing an existing deployment and release framework, assessing the current architecture and shaping the roadmap to completion. As the programme progresses, you’ll become increasingly hands on, leading the build, implementation and ongoing enhancement of the platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of an established Microsoft Fabric deployment and release programme.
• Review existing solution design, architecture and delivery approach.
• Assess the current framework and identify improvements to ensure scalability, security and operational effectiveness.
• Lead the design and implementation of Azure based deployment and release processes.
• Drive adoption of best practice across cloud engineering, automation and platform management.
• Work closely with technical and business stakeholders to deliver a robust and repeatable release capability.
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of the platform as requirements evolve.

Required Experience:

• Strong experience designing and delivering solutions within Microsoft Fabric.
• Deep understanding of Azure cloud services and platform architecture.
• Proven expertise with Infrastructure as Code approaches using Terraform and Bicep.
• Experience working with Entra ID and Azure security principles.
• Strong background in DevOps, cloud automation and release management.
• Ability to review existing technical solutions and provide clear recommendations for improvement.
• Comfortable operating in both architecture and hands on engineering capacities.

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.

AI GRC Consultant

Rate – £550 – £650 Inside IR35
Duration – 6 months
Location – London (once / twice a week on site)

A unique opportunity for an experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) professional to help shape the responsible adoption of AI across a complex enterprise environment.

This role sits across technology risk, security governance and emerging technologies. You will lead on Responsible AI governance, ensuring AI solutions are deployed safely, transparently and in line with organisational risk appetite while enabling innovation and business value.

Working closely with technology, security, legal, risk and business stakeholders, you will establish practical governance frameworks, assess AI and technology risks, support assurance activity and help build organisational understanding of Responsible AI principles.

The Role:

As the Responsible AI lead within the wider Technology GRC function, you will:

• Develop and maintain Responsible AI governance frameworks, standards and controls.
• Review AI use cases and conduct risk assessments covering areas such as fairness, transparency, explainability, privacy, security and human oversight.
• Embed AI risk management within broader technology risk and governance processes.
• Support the design, implementation and operation of effective governance and assurance activities.
• Produce meaningful risk reporting, metrics and management information for senior stakeholders and governance forums.
• Contribute to technology risk management activities across IT, data, cyber security and third party suppliers.
• Support internal audits, external reviews and regulatory assurance activities.
• Assess supplier and third party technology risks, including AI related risks introduced through external services.
• Track remediation activities and drive continuous improvement across governance processes.
• Help develop policies, standards and procedures that support effective technology and AI governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a subject matter expert for Responsible AI governance.
• Provide risk based guidance to stakeholders adopting AI technologies.
• Conduct governance reviews and risk triage activities for new and emerging technologies.
• Define, maintain and test governance controls and assurance requirements.
• Maintain evidence and audit trails to support compliance obligations.
• Monitor technology and AI risk exposure and report on control effectiveness.
• Support risk register management and risk appetite monitoring.
• Coordinate responses to audit findings and assurance actions.
• Deliver awareness sessions, guidance and education to improve AI risk literacy across the organisation.

About You:

You will have a strong background in Technology GRC, Cyber Security Governance, Technology Risk, Operational Risk or a related discipline, with a genuine interest in emerging technologies and Responsible AI.

You are likely to bring:

• Experience working within Governance, Risk & Compliance, Technology Risk or Information Security functions.
• Knowledge of technology governance frameworks, controls and assurance practices.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and supporting risk management activities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage technical and non technical audiences.
• Experience producing governance reporting, metrics and management information.
• Understanding of audit, compliance and regulatory requirements within technology environments.
• Experience developing policies, standards and governance documentation.
• Knowledge of third party risk management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience supporting AI governance, AI risk management or Responsible AI initiatives.
• Knowledge of emerging AI regulations, standards and governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with technology risk, cyber security and data governance practices.
• Experience working within regulated environments.
• Exposure to assurance tooling, compliance monitoring or technology risk platforms.

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.