177 jobs found in Portsmouth

DevOps Engineer | Outside IR35 | 12 months | Active SC | £500 p/d SR2 is working with a long-standing delivery partner on the major public sector project, supporting modern DevOps enablement across platform and product teams. We're looking for a skilled DevOps Engineer with strong Kubernetes experience to join a specialist platform engineering function. This team acts as an enabler - helping application teams adopt DevOps best practices via reusable tooling, scalable platforms, and robust CI/CD. This is a 12-month contract, Outside IR35, and offers a chance to shape the DevOps culture of a critical Defence programme. Due to the quick turn around for this role, the client requires all applicants to currently have active SC clearance; unfortunately they cannot put you through this if you do not already have it. Key Responsibilities: Lead DevOps delivery across secure, containerised Defence platforms. Build and enhance AWS infrastructure using Terraform, with MODCloud...

IT Project Manager – 3-month contract – Southampton – Outside of IR35 We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of technology projects across the organisation. This position will oversee initiatives spanning Systems , IT setup , Software Development , Infrastructure , and Networks —ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives. You’ll work closely with technical teams, senior stakeholders, and third-party partners, acting as the driving force behind project planning, execution, governance, and communication. Skills & Experience from the Project Manager: Outside of IR35 Proven experience managing multiple IT projects in parallel. Strong knowledge across key IT domains such as IT Setup, cyber security, infrastructure, networks, CCTV, and applications. Experience working with both agile and waterfall methodologies. Exceptional organisational and stakeholder-management...

IT Project Manager - 3-month contract - Southampton - Outside of IR35 We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of technology projects across the organisation. This position will oversee initiatives spanning Systems , IT setup , Software Development , Infrastructure , and Networks -ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives. You'll work closely with technical teams, senior stakeholders, and third-party partners, acting as the driving force behind project planning, execution, governance, and communication. Skills & Experience from the Project Manager: Outside of IR35 Proven experience managing multiple IT projects in parallel. Strong knowledge across key IT domains such as IT Setup, cyber security, infrastructure, networks, CCTV, and applications. Experience working with both agile and waterfall methodologies. Exceptional organisational and stakeholder-management...

Senior Test Consultant Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: £ 530 to £570 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Senior Test & Trials Consultant to provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on shaping, governing, and assuring test and trial activity , ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership , providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on...

IT Project Manager – 3-month contract – Southampton – Outside of IR35 We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of technology projects across the organisation. This position will oversee initiatives spanning Systems , IT setup , Software Development , Infrastructure , and Networks —ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives. You’ll work closely with technical teams, senior stakeholders, and third-party partners, acting as the driving force behind project planning, execution, governance, and communication. Skills & Experience from the Project Manager: Outside of IR35 Proven experience managing multiple IT projects in parallel. Strong knowledge across key IT domains such as IT Setup, cyber security, infrastructure, networks, CCTV, and applications. Experience working with both agile and waterfall methodologies. Exceptional organisational and stakeholder-management...

Senior Test Consultant Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: £ 530 to £570 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Senior Test & Trials Consultant to provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on shaping, governing, and assuring test and trial activity , ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership , providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on test...

Senior Test & Trials Consultant Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: £ 530 to £570 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Senior Test & Trials Consultant to provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on shaping, governing, and assuring test and trial activity , ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership , providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme...

Senior Test & Trials Consultant Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: £ 530 to £570 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Senior Test & Trials Consultant to provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on shaping, governing, and assuring test and trial activity , ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership , providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme...

Senior Software Engineer – Java (Contractor) Outside IR35 Rate: £400 - £500 per day Duration: 3 Months Plus Start Date: ASAP As a Senior Software Engineer (Java) – Contractor at Pulselive, you’ll be focused on delivering robust, high-performance backend services and APIs that power digital experiences for millions of sports fans globally. This role is ideal for an experienced, hands-on engineer with strong Java and Spring expertise who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced delivery environment. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to build, integrate, and optimize systems that handle real-time sports data, video, and live commentary. This position is project- and delivery-focused, with no line management or people-leadership responsibilities required. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot Deliver well-structured, maintainable, and testable code aligned with project...

Full job description Senior Software Engineer – Java (Contractor) Outside IR35 Rate: £400 - £500 per day Duration: 3 Months Plus Start Date: ASAP   As a  Senior Software Engineer (Java) – Contractor  at Pulselive, you’ll be focused on delivering robust, high-performance backend services and APIs that power digital experiences for millions of sports fans globally. This role is ideal for an experienced, hands-on engineer with strong Java and Spring expertise who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced delivery environment. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to build, integrate, and optimize systems that handle real-time sports data, video, and live commentary. This position is project- and delivery-focused, with no line management or people-leadership responsibilities required.   Key Responsibilities: Design and develop scalable...

Oracle Data Warehouse Developer (SC Cleared) Andover (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £500/day (Outside IR35) Oracle Data Warehouse Develope r needed with active SC Security Clearance . 6 Month Contract based in Andover (Hybrid). Start ASAP in April 2026. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site. Paying up to £500/day (Outside IR35). A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation on a large-scale Government project: Designing, developing + implementing Oracle Data Warehouse solutions including data modelling + integration. RPD Repository design in Oracle Analytics. Designing, developing + implementing Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) mappings for ETL processes. Designing, developing + implementing Oracle Analytics Server (OAS) security including users, roles + data-level security. Developing + implementing OAS reports and dashboards to support business analytics and reporting needs. Providing Production...

Oracle Data Warehouse Developer (SC Cleared) Andover (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £500/day (Outside IR35) Oracle Data Warehouse Develope r needed with active SC Security Clearance . 6 Month Contract based in Andover (Hybrid). Start ASAP in April 2026. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site. Paying up to £500/day (Outside IR35). A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation on a large-scale Government project: Designing, developing + implementing Oracle Data Warehouse solutions including data modelling + integration. RPD Repository design in Oracle Analytics. Designing, developing + implementing Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) mappings for ETL processes. Designing, developing + implementing Oracle Analytics Server (OAS) security including users, roles + data-level security. Developing + implementing OAS reports and dashboards to support business analytics and reporting needs. Providing Production Support for existing live...

3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid in Farnborough +DV cleared role - Sole British nationals due to nature of the project +£500 - £530 a day +Outside IR35 Skills: +3rd Line support experience +VMware +Active Directory +Powershell +MOD experience +DV clearance - must be active Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the virtualisation environment (VMWare) Windows Server administration 2016-2022 Advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution for complex infrastructure issues Apply best practice principles to optimise service delivery and operations BAU Support activities Server infrastructure monitoring and lifecycle management Your experience: Experience working in a 3rd Line support role Experience supporting MS Office applications Active Directory & Group Policy VMWare vSphere Infrastructure, VMWare Horizon Microsoft System Centre (SCOM, SCCM, SCSM) Trellix and/or TrendMicro Security Products Veeam backup...

3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid in Farnborough +DV cleared role - Sole British nationals due to nature of the project +£500 - £530 a day +Outside IR35 Skills: +3rd Line support experience +VMware +Active Directory +Powershell +MOD experience +DV clearance - must be active Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the virtualisation environment (VMWare) Windows Server administration 2016-2022 Advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution for complex infrastructure issues Apply best practice principles to optimise service delivery and operations BAU Support activities Server infrastructure monitoring and life cycle management Your experience: Experience working in a 3rd Line support role Experience supporting MS Office applications Active Directory & Group Policy VMWare vSphere Infrastructure, VMWare Horizon Microsoft System Centre (SCOM, SCCM, SCSM) Trellix and/or TrendMicro Security Products Veeam backup and...

Methods We are looking for an experienced ServiceNow Solution Architect on a part time or ad hoc basis. Daily rate: £700 outside IR35 Location: Reading Key still: Hands-on experience with ServiceNow on-premise installations and infrastructure architecture. Key Responsibilities Design and oversee ServiceNow platform architecture and solution design. Lead or support on-premise ServiceNow installations, upgrades, and migrations. Define technical standards, integrations, and platform governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable solutions. Provide technical leadership to development and platform teams. Ensure performance, security, and best-practice alignment across the platform. Key Requirements Proven experience as a ServiceNow Architect or Senior ServiceNow Developer. Hands-on experience with ServiceNow on-premise installations and infrastructure architecture. Strong knowledge of ServiceNow modules,...

Lead Data Architect (Data Engineering/AI/MDM) - to £600pd If you're a Data Architect that is as equally comfortable designing target states at scale as you are deep-diving into data pipelines, while having a consultative approach then this could be the start of a long-term engagement. Working within a small team, you will initially be working on a discovery exercise to uncover issues relating to data architecture, pipelines and platforms. The maturity assessment will cover capability, governance, existing platforms and modernisation requirements, with the outcomes being a series of deliverables that will help the end client to become "AI Ready" and scalable for future needs. Following this exercise, you'll be part of the team that's responsible to guiding the Enterprise customer towards their goals. To be successful within this role, you'll have been working as a lead/senior Data Architect within a complex organisation having probably started your career within Data...

Data Architect/Tech Lead, hands-on data engineering background (to £600pd outside IR35), Remote First If you're a Data Architect that is as equally comfortable designing target states at scale as you are deep-diving into data pipelines, while having a consultative approach then this could be the start of a long-term engagement. Working within a small team, you will initially be working on a discovery exercise to uncover issues relating to data architecture, pipelines and platforms. The maturity assessment will cover capability, governance, existing platforms and modernisation requirements, with the outcomes being a series of deliverables that will help the end client to become "AI Ready" and scalable for future needs. Following this exercise, you'll be part of the team that's responsible to guiding the Enterprise customer towards their goals. To be successful within this role, you'll have been working as a lead/senior Data Architect within a complex organisation having...

Full job description Shape the future of data delivery in a fast-growing fintech environment where your expertise will directly transform how data products reach internal stakeholders. Salary:  £500 - 550 per day Location: South West London (Hybrid – 4 days per month on-site) Duration: 6-month contract Rate: £500–£550 per day, Outside IR35 We are supporting an insurance fintech organisation as they continue to mature their data platform and data product capability. We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with product ownership capability to bring structure to a disjointed backlog and drive delivery across their Data Engineering function. This is a high-impact, delivery-focused role where the priority is creating clarity, shaping requirements, and enabling consistent, incremental delivery of data products to internal users. The Role This is a BA-led role with ownership of backlog and delivery shaping,...

Job Title: Digital Project Manager Location: Hybrid 1-2 days a week onsite, Swindon Contract Length: 3-4 months Day Rate: £375-£500 p/d Clearance: BPSS Start: ASAP IR35: Outside (Can use Ltd Company) F5 are delighted to be partnering with a leading Digital Agency, who has strong ties to the Public Sector. They are seeking a talented Digital Project Manager to support an end client on some digital projects over the next 3-4 months. This role requires candidates to be onsite 1-2 days a week in Swindon, however there is some flexibility here. Skills & Experience Extensive Agile environment exposure. Strong experience managing Digital/Web/CMS based projects. Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management. Digital Agency or IT Consultancy background. Active relevant Certifications (eg Scrum Master, Prince II etc.) Because of the areas you will be operating in, candidates will be required to go through BPSS checks. If the above applies...

One year contract opportunity: Swindon, £500 per day OUTSIDE IR35 - our client is seeking an interim Finance Delivery Lead - a qualified accounting professional who has successfully transitioned into systems and transformation - to deliver a high-impact accounting systems transformation You'll lead the end-to-end replacement of core finance systems, from vendor selection through to implementation, while designing a best-in-class operating model. You'll bring deep expertise across general ledger, reporting, FP&A, AP/AR and controls, combined with hands-on experience delivering finance system implementations. You'll lead process redesign, define operating models, and embed new ways of working, from documenting current processes to shaping future-state workflows, controls and data ownership to ensure the new platform delivers real, lasting value. You'll also play a key role in coaching teams, driving adoption and building capability. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant...