24 jobs found in Sunderland

Technical Architect (Windows/Linux Infrastructure & Server Deployment) Location: Hybrid/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne 1 day per week Clearance: Active SC Clearance or Eligible Rate/Salary: £680 pd Outside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to lead the design, deployment, and governance of complex Windows and Linux infrastructure environments. The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering physical and virtual server platforms within highly regulated environments, working across multiple suppliers and stakeholders to ensure secure, robust, and scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Technical Architecture & Design Design and implement enterprise-scale Windows and Linux server infrastructures. Develop architecture designs and technical solutions aligned with programme and business requirements. Create detailed technical documentation, architecture artefacts, deployment plans, and requirements packs....

Data Architect (Contract) Location: Remote Duration: Initial 3-Month Contract Day Rate: £600- £700 Start Date: Mid Sep IR35: Outside Overview We are working with a leading university undergoing a significant data and insights transformation programme and are looking to engage an experienced Data Architect on an initial 3-month contract. This role will play a key part in shaping the institution's data architecture strategy, supporting multiple programmes of work, and helping establish the foundations for long-term data governance, architecture, and insight capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with technical and business stakeholders, providing architectural leadership, governance support, and strategic guidance across a complex technology landscape. Key Responsibilities Lead data architecture activities across multiple transformation programmes and projects. Produce high-quality architecture artefacts, standards, and documentation. Design and...

Java Developer VACANCY: Freelance Java Developer - Outside IR35 Remote (UK-based) | Occasional travel to Farnborough or Hammersmith £550-620/day | Contract until 2026 We're looking for a freelance Java Engineer to join a long-term project building scalable, cloud-native platforms within the Financial Services Payment industry. This role is outside IR35, fully remote (UK only), with occasional site visits in Farnborough or Hammersmith. This isn't a role for task-takers - we want someone who thinks like an engineer, takes ownership, and thrives in a proactive, collaborative environment. Tech Stack & Skills ✓ Java (Spring Boot, Microservices) ✓ AWS (Java Spark, EMR, Lambda, native AWS DBs) ✓ Kubernetes & EKS ✓ Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure & distributed systems ✓ Vocal, self-driven, takes ownership end-to-end Nice to Have...

IBM MQ Mainframe Engineer (z/OS) DURATION: 6 months (initial contract with strong likelihood of extension) LOCATION: Edinburgh, Leeds, Halifax or Manchester WORKING HOURS: Standard business hours with out of hours support and deployments required ONSITE REQUIREMENTS: Hybrid working with onsite presence as required - Out of hours on call is required ENGAGEMENT TYPE: Outside IR35 DAY RATE: Up to £600 per day (DoE) LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. GIBBS CONSULTING Gibbs Consulting is expanding its Mainframe Practice and is looking to engage an experienced IBM MQ Administrator - z/OS (Mainframe) to support a major financial services programme. You'll be joining an established team responsible for maintaining and enhancing a business-critical IBM MQ estate supporting their enterprise platforms. JOB OVERVIEW We're looking for an experienced IBM MQ...

Role: Solutions Architect Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 1/2 days onsite per week) Length: Initial 6-month contract Day Rate: £575+ per day (DoE) IR35: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP Role Information Experienced Solutions Architect required for an initial 6-month contract with a well-established global organisation undergoing a major technology transformation and legacy systems modernisation programme. Working within a predominantly Microsoft technology environment, you will play a key role in defining solution architecture, supporting the migration of legacy applications, and ensuring scalable, future-proof solutions are delivered across the business. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is highly desirable, alongside broader knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem including Azure and Microsoft 365. This is a hybrid position, requiring 2 days per week onsite in Leeds. Expectations Define and lead end-to-end solution architecture across...

Role: Solutions Architect Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 1/2 days onsite per week) Length: Initial 6-month contract Day Rate: £575+ per day (DoE) IR35: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP Role Information Experienced Solutions Architect required for an initial 6-month contract with a well-established global organisation undergoing a major technology transformation and legacy systems modernisation programme. Working within a predominantly Microsoft technology environment, you will play a key role in defining solution architecture, supporting the migration of legacy applications, and ensuring scalable, future-proof solutions are delivered across the business. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is highly desirable, alongside broader knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem including Azure and Microsoft 365. This is a hybrid position, requiring 2 days per week onsite in Leeds. Expectations Define and lead end-to-end solution architecture across transformation and modernisation...

Role: Solutions Architect Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 1/2 days onsite per week) Length: Initial 6-month contract Day Rate: £575+ per day (DoE) IR35: Outside IR35 Start Date: ASAP Role Information Experienced Solutions Architect required for an initial 6-month contract with a well-established global organisation undergoing a major technology transformation and Legacy systems modernisation programme. Working within a predominantly Microsoft technology environment, you will play a key role in defining solution architecture, supporting the migration of Legacy applications, and ensuring scalable, future-proof solutions are delivered across the business. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is highly desirable, alongside broader knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem including Azure and Microsoft 365. This is a hybrid position, requiring 2 days per week onsite in Leeds. Expectations Define and lead end-to-end solution architecture across transformation and...

Contract Senior Solutions Architect Length: 6 Months (strong chance of extension) Rate: £700-£750/day (Outside IR35) Location: Leeds, 2 days per week onsite Start: ASAP   We're working with a Financial Services client on a major transformation programme and are looking for an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to join a high-profile change initiative.   This role requires someone who can take business requirements and processes, translate them into end-to-end solution designs, and work closely with engineering teams to ensure successful delivery.   Key Requirements -Proven experience as a Senior/Lead Solutions Architect on large-scale transformation programmes. -Strong Microsoft Azure background with hands-on delivery experience. -Experience within UK Retail Banking, ideally Mortgages & Savings. -Ability to bridge business and technical stakeholders and communicate complex concepts clearly....

Senior Javascript Engineers (Contract) | UK based (Hybrid - Leeds) | £550–£600 per day (Outside IR35)   We're supporting a fast-growing digital business that's investing heavily in its engineering capability and is looking for an experienced Senior Node.js Engineer to join a high-performing product team.   This isn't a role for someone who only knows one language. They're looking for polyglot engineers who understand software engineering fundamentals and are comfortable working across different technologies to solve complex problems.   You'll be:   Building and evolving high-scale backend services with Node.js & TypeScript Designing clean, scalable and maintainable solutions Working closely with Product, Engineering and Platform teams Contributing to architecture and technical decision-making Writing high-quality, well-tested code Mentoring engineers and driving engineering best practice...

Technical Cyber Security Specialist (OT/SCADA) Location - Hybrid with 1 day onsite in Leeds per week Rate - £700 pd Outside of IR35 Clearance - Valid SC or Eligible Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Cyber Security Specialist with strong expertise across Operational Technology (OT), SCADA environments, and Cyber Security engineering . The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, deployment, hardening, and support of cyber security solutions across complex OT estates, working within a multi-supplier delivery environment and engaging with technical, security, and programme stakeholders. Technical Experience Strong background in both IT and Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure engineering . Proven experience working with SCADA and industrial control system environments . Experience deploying and supporting cyber security technologies within OT estates. Demonstrable experience in security hardening of...

Transformation Consultant Leeds (2-3 days on-site) 6-month contract, with a review at 3 months Outside IR35 Start: Early October 2026 We're partnering with the leading memberships organisation for medical professionals in the UK to appoint an experienced interim Transformation Executive Insight & Coordination Lead. This is a high-impact role at the centre of the Transformation Management Office (TMO), with a clear mandate to bring greater structure, insight, pace and modern ways of working to the function. We're particularly interested in someone who has come from a more traditional, old-school or cobwebbed transformation environment and has successfully taken a TMO into the modern era - improving reporting, governance, executive visibility, ways of working and overall portfolio management. Key responsibilities: Providing clear, concise and decision-focused insight to senior executives Improving the quality, consistency and relevance of...

Senior level Project Manager To £600.00 Per Day - Outside IR35 3 months initially Location: Role can be performed fully remote (Candidates must be UK based) Our client is looking for highly experienced, UK based Project Manager's from a software/applications background, who have operated at a senior level and can ask the right questions, challenge project teams and have tough conversations. The successful candidates will have worked with IT Developers on software projects and managed the full project life cycle. CA Gen experience would be highly beneficial for this project. The Project is in Australia however the resource will be UK based and work UK hours with some potential cross over (beginning and end of the day), so some flexibility is needed. If your profile demonstrates strong and recent experience in the above areas - please submit your application to Jackie Dean at TXP for consideration.

Elastic Data Engineer - Hybrid, London- 6 months rolling - £500pd - £600pd Outside IR35 I'm working with a consultancy who are looking for x2 Elastic Engineers for a 6 month rolling contract, 2 days onsite in London per week. Rate: £500pd - £600pd Outside IR35 Skills Required: Elastic Security Onboarding and integrating new data pipelines into Elastic Data ingestion and data engineering Bringing new data sources into the platform and operationalising them 1 stage interview process, interview slots available next week. Elastic Data Engineer - Hybrid, London- 6 months rolling - £500pd - £600pd Outside IR35

Azure Data & AI Architect/Consultant, £600 per day outside IR35 3 months initially, Remote Working Bench IT require an experienced Azure Data & AI Architect/Consultant to join a well respected Microsoft Consulting partner starting ASAP. The successful Architect/Consultant will be giving customers guidance and confidence in their journeys, helping organisations understand that the business value of the tech and remaining hands on with regards to solutioning as well as implementation. Consulting and Customer Engagement Proven experience leading customer workshops, discovery sessions and strategic advisory engagements. Ability to translate business objectives into practical Data and AI roadmaps and technical solutions. Strong consulting skills with the ability to influence decisions, challenge assumptions and guide customers through technology transformation initiatives. Solution Architecture Significant experience architecting and delivering...

I am currently assisting a global organisation who are looking for an Intune SME/architect with experience of cloud PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) migration. This is a great opportunity to lead, design and implement across various business units within the company. We are looking for the following experience; Strong 3rd line/infrastructure/architect experience within M365/Intune & traditional/cloud PKI. Analysing, designing, configuring and implementing traditional PKI to Cloud PKI for Intune. Experience of configuring SSL certificates within Intune. Contract details 3-6m initial contract Outside IR35 Remote based If you feel you have the relevant experience, please apply for consideration.

URGENT REQUIREMENT - SC CLEARED CHECK TEAM LEAD (CTL)/PENETRATION TESTER £650-£700 per day Outside IR35 Fully Remote Were supporting a major Government programme and are looking for an experienced SC Cleared CHECK Team Lead (CTL)/Penetration Tester to join a highly skilled security team delivering ITHCs, penetration testing, and security assurance activities across complex environments. Essential Certifications CSTL Certified (ESSENTIAL) CSP Certified - PriCSP (Principal Level) (ESSENTIAL) Important: PraCSP (Practitioner Level) will NOT be sufficient for this role. Technical Skills Required Azure AWS On-Prem Infrastructure Strong Cloud Knowledge Containers Kubernetes Cloud Security/IAMs CI/CD Security-focused projects and delivery Ideally Public Sector experience Key Experience Previous penetration testing experience within secure or Government environments Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience coaching,...

URGENT REQUIREMENT - SC CLEARED CHECK TEAM LEAD (CTL)/PENETRATION TESTER £650-£700 per day Outside IR35 Fully Remote Were supporting a major Government programme and are looking for an experienced SC Cleared CHECK Team Lead (CTL)/Penetration Tester to join a highly skilled security team delivering ITHCs, penetration testing, and security assurance activities across complex environments. Essential Certifications CSTL Certified (ESSENTIAL) CSP Certified - PriCSP (Principal Level) (ESSENTIAL) Important: PraCSP (Practitioner Level) will NOT be sufficient for this role. Technical Skills Required Azure AWS On-Prem Infrastructure Strong Cloud Knowledge Containers Kubernetes Cloud Security/IAMs CI/CD Security-focused projects and delivery Ideally Public Sector experience Key Experience Previous penetration testing experience within secure or Government environments Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience coaching,...

We are seeking an experienced ServiceNow IRM/GRC Consultant to support the design, configuration and implementation of ServiceNow risk and compliance solutions. The consultant will have strong hands-on experience across ServiceNow IRM/GRC, with exposure to AI Control Tower, AI Governance or AI Risk & Compliance highly desirable. The role will involve working with business, risk, compliance and technical stakeholders to implement scalable ServiceNow solutions and support the organisation's wider AI governance capabilities. Responsibilities Design and implement ServiceNow IRM/GRC solutions. Configure Risk Management, Policy & Compliance, Audit and Third-Party Risk capabilities. Develop workflows using Flow Designer, Business Rules and Client Scripts. Support risk assessments, controls and compliance processes. Support AI Control Tower/AI Governance implementation. Configure AI risk, compliance, governance and lifecycle processes. Work with technical and business...

Operational Excellence Lead - Insurance - Outside IR35. Our client, a leading insurance broker, requires an Operational Excellence Lead to join their team. As Operational Excellence Lead, you will oversee, challenge, and design tactical operational process improvements across the retail broking business. ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Proven experience of driving process and customer service improvements in a broking or trading-focused insurance environment; Strong understanding of retail insurance broking operations, systems and processes is essential; Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders; Strong operational and change management awareness and the ability to measure the benefits of improvements; and; Experience in LEAN/Six Sigma This is an URGENT requirement, exclusive to Scarlet Fraser and the role can be based anywhere in the UK but you must be prepared to travel to regional broking offices. Interview slots booked...

Role Overview: Senior Business Analyst (Contract) Location : remote (Hybrid: on-site attendance required twice per month) Contract Type : Contractor / Interim (outside of IR35) Start Date : As soon as possible Day Rate : Up to £600 per day   The Opportunity   We are seeking a high-calibre Senior Business Analyst to play a pivotal role in a major public sector digital transformation programme based in Newport. Working within agile, multidisciplinary teams across the discovery, alpha, beta, and live phases, you will bridge the gap between user needs, policy intent, operational processes, and technical delivery. Please note: This is an urgent, contract-only engagement starting immediately.   Key Responsibilities & Requirements Core Analysis : Lead complex requirements gathering, elicit functional and non-functional requirements, and translate user research and policy intent into user stories, acceptance...