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Outside Spy
Jan 06, 2026
Duration not stated
Firmware Engineer - Outside IR35 at Experis, UK, £Contract Rate
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FPGA Design Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) We're supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced safety-critical systems across regulated industries. They're looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join on a contract basis (outside IR35) , contributing to a key phase of a high-reliability hardware programme. This is an opportunity to apply your FPGA expertise on real-time, embedded systems that demand precision, integrity, and certification-ready design. Key Responsibilities: Full lifecycle FPGA development using VHDL - from architecture and coding through to simulation and testbench creation Work to stringent quality and traceability standards, including DO-254 compliance Close collaboration with hardware, software, and systems engineers to integrate FPGA designs into wider platforms Documentation and technical reporting to meet project milestones and certification needs Essential Skills: Strong hands-on experience with...
Outside Spy
Jan 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Embedded Engineer – Sunbury, Contract - Outside IR35 at Databuzz Ltd, Sunbury-On-Thames, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom
Sponsorship will be available if required for candidates currently residing in the UK, based on experience. Embedded Engineer / Sunbury / Contract / Hybrid / Outside IR35 DataBuzz are recruiting an experienced Embedded Engineer to join a leading organisation working on next-generation embedded devices. You will work independently on scalable embedded platforms, contributing to firmware development, hardware integration, and system-level debugging. Key Skills & Experience Required:  4+ years’ hands-on experience with Embedded C++ Strong knowledge of microcontrollers and SoCs (ESP32, i.MX8/i.MX9) Experience working with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS or similar) Firmware development, driver integration, and system debugging Experience with hardware communication protocols: SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485, Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and software Experience using GitHub, JIRA, and Confluence...
Outside Spy
Jan 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Embedded Engineer – Sunbury - Contract - Outside IR35 at DATABUZZ LTD, Sunbury-On-Thames, London, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy Sunbury-on-Thames, UK
Sponsorship will be available if required for candidates currently residing in the UK, based on experience. Embedded Engineer / Sunbury / Contract / Hybrid / Outside IR35 DataBuzz are recruiting an experienced Embedded Engineer to join a leading organisation working on next-generation embedded devices. You will work independently on scalable embedded platforms, contributing to firmware development, hardware integration, and system-level debugging. Key Skills & Experience Required: 4+ years’ hands-on experience with Embedded C++ Strong knowledge of microcontrollers and SoCs (ESP32, i.MX8/i.MX9) Experience working with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS or similar) Firmware development, driver integration, and system debugging Experience with hardware communication protocols: SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485, Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and software Experience using GitHub, JIRA, and Confluence...
Outside Spy
Jan 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Embedded Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) at Databuzz, London/Hybrid, £200 - £250 a day
£200 - £250 per day
Outside Spy Hybrid (London, UK)
Full job description Location : London Work Type : Hybrid Job Type : Contract Experience : 4-8 Years About the Role: We're looking for an experienced Embedded Engineer to design and optimize scalable solutions for next-gen devices. You'll work independently on platforms like ESP32 and i.MX8/9, contributing to firmware, driver integration, and system debugging. Skills & Qualifications: - 4+ years of hands-on experience in Embedded C++ development - Strong knowledge of microcontrollers, SoCs - Experience with FreeRTOS or similar RTOS environments - Familiarity with version control and collaboration tools (GitHub, JIRA, Confluence) Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain Embedded firmware using C++ on RTOS platforms (eg, FreeRTOS) - Interface with hardware using protocols like SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485, Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture and integration strategies -...
Outside Spy
Jan 14, 2026
Duration not stated
System Test Engineer at Vector Recruitment Ltd, Edinburgh, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
System Test Engineer – IoT & Connected Devices We’re looking for a System Test Engineer to join an Edinburgh based Electronics manufacturer. In this role, you’ll work on multi device networked systems, testing how hardware, firmware and software and network components perform together as one complete ecosystem. This is a 6-month contract based in Edinburgh, with a good possibility for extension /or permanent position. Rate: £35 - £45ph - outside IR35 Responsibilities System-level test of interconnected devices focused on end to end (E2E) functionality and interoperability. Design and execute comprehensive test plans and cases for complex ecosystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate innovative testing strategies. Utilize state-of-the-art lab tools to validate hardware/software interoperability. Perform manual and automated testing, including regression, performance, and integration. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in live...
Outside Spy
Jan 14, 2026
Duration not stated
System Test Engineer at Vector Recruitment, City of Edinburgh, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy Edinburgh, UK
System Test Engineer – IoT & Connected Devices We’re looking for a System Test Engineer to join an Edinburgh based Electronics manufacturer. In this role, you’ll work on multi device networked systems, testing how hardware, firmware and software and network components perform together as one complete ecosystem. This is a 6-month contract based in Edinburgh, with a good possibility for extension /or permanent position. Rate: £35 - £45ph - outside IR35 Responsibilities System-level test of interconnected devices focused on end to end (E2E) functionality and interoperability. Design and execute comprehensive test plans and cases for complex ecosystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate innovative testing strategies. Utilize state-of-the-art lab tools to validate hardware/software interoperability. Perform manual and automated testing, including regression, performance, and integration. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in live environments....
Outside Spy
Jan 14, 2026
Duration not stated
Embedded Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) at Databuzz Ltd, London, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy London, UK
Location : London Work Type : Hybrid Job Type : Contract Experience : 3-8 Years About the Role: We're looking for an experienced Embedded Engineer to design and optimize scalable solutions for next-gen devices. You'll work independently on platforms like ESP32 and i.MX8/9, contributing to firmware, driver integration, and system debugging. Skills & Qualifications : - 5+ years of hands-on experience in Embedded C++ development - Strong knowledge of microcontrollers, SoCs - Experience with FreeRTOS or similar RTOS environments - Familiarity with version control and collaboration tools (GitHub, JIRA, Confluence) Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain Embedded firmware using C++ on RTOS platforms (eg, FreeRTOS) - Interface with hardware using protocols like SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485, Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture and integration strategies - Troubleshoot and resolve complex...
Outside Spy
Jan 13, 2026
6 Months or more
AI Automation Engineer - 12 Month Contract (OUTSIDE IR35) - UK Wide (Remote) at Hamilton Barnes, United Kingdom, 12 Months, £Contract Rate
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AI Automation Engineer - 12 Month Contract (OUTSIDE IR35) - UK Wide (Remote) This programme is building one of the largest NVIDIA based AI factory platforms in the UK and needs senior automation architects to ensure the entire environment can be deployed, configured and scaled in a repeatable way across dozens of data centre sites. You will be responsible for designing how GPU clusters, Servers, storage and networks are brought online automatically rather than built by hand. Key Responsibilities: Design the automation framework for building AI data centre platforms Automate server, GPU, OS and firmware provisioning Build repeatable deployment pipelines for GPU clusters Integrate automation with NVIDIA platforms, storage and networking Develop infrastructure as code for data centre and AI platforms Support rack and stack and site bring up through automation Work with architects and engineers to ensure consistent deployments...
Outside Spy
Jan 13, 2026
6 Months or more
Software Test Engineer - 12 months + contract - Outside IR35 at SDL Solutions Limited, London, 12 Months, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy London, Hertfordshire, Cambridge, UK
Software Test Engineer required for an initial 12-month Outside IR35 contract . Software testing must align with the Quality and Project Plan, agile practices, and general industry best practise. You will be responsible for the analysis of requirements, detailed test case design, execution, regression, and raise discrepancies for our clients' products. Project is to deliver multiple software releases during 2026 and 2027. SERVICES Analyse the requirements, estimate them. Converting system requirements into test cases. System testing of software components. Participating in Agile ceremonies. Collaborating with a cross functional Agile team to implement and support a software project. Use of Microsoft Teams as video call tool. DELIVERABLES Analyse technical concepts to plan and design tests Support the delivery of approved Test Plans when required Design, log and execute test cases for all assigned technical concepts or ideas and share specific...
Outside Spy
Jan 12, 2026
Duration not stated
Software Test Engineer - 12 months + contract - Outside IR35 at SDL Solutions Limited, London, £Negotiable Rate
Outside Spy London, UK
Software Test Engineer required for an initial 12-month Outside IR35 contract. Software testing must align with the Quality and Project Plan, agile practices, and general industry best practise. You will be responsible for the analysis of requirements, detailed test case design, execution, regression, and raise discrepancies for our clients' products. Project is to deliver multiple software releases during 2026 and 2027. SERVICES Analyse the requirements, estimate them. Converting system requirements into test cases. System testing of software components. Participating in Agile ceremonies. Collaborating with a cross functional Agile team to implement and support a software project. Use of Microsoft Teams as video call tool. DELIVERABLES Analyse technical concepts to plan and design tests Support the delivery of approved Test Plans when required Design, log and execute test cases for all assigned technical concepts or ideas and...
Outside Spy
Jan 08, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Hardware Engineer at X4 Technology, Gatwick, £Contract Rate
Outside Spy Gatwick, England, United Kingdom
Principal Electronics Engineer 6-Month Contract | Outside IR35 | Hybrid | West Sussex (Near Gatwick) We are seeking an experienced Principal-level Electronics Engineer for a 6-month Outside IR35 contract to support an advanced engineering innovation centre in West Sussex , conveniently located near Gatwick and key South East transport links . This engagement offers the opportunity to lead the development of high-integrity electronic systems deployed in ATEX and ultra-low-noise environments , combining hands-on engineering with system-level ownership and technical leadership. If you enjoy operating at the intersection of deep technical problem-solving, architecture, and pragmatic leadership —without excessive corporate overhead—this contract offers meaningful and rewarding work. The Engagement You will take a leading role in the architecture, design, integration, and validation of complex embedded electronic products spanning analogue, digital, and...
Outside Spy
Jan 08, 2026
Duration not stated
Embedded Engineer at Catch Resource Management, Sunbury-On-Thames, £250-£260 per day
£250 - £260 per day
Outside Spy Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom
Embedded Engineer – Engineer, developer, Embedded Systems, ESP32, iMX 8, iMX9, SoCs, SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485, Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet, Embedded C, C++, FreeRTOS, JIRA, Github, Confluence, embedded, Electronics Engineering, debugging, source code tool, bug tracking tool, technical, building applications, embedded platforms – Sunbury – 2-3 days a week on site - £250-£260 a day outside IR35 This role Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or a related field and 4+ years of experience in the position offered. Requires at least 2 years of experience in building applications using embedded platforms and FreeRTOS. Also required 4+ years of experience in embedded software development with good debugging skills & experience in performance enhancements of embedded applications. Should have exposure to source code management tool, bug tracking tool, and build environment. Key Skills & Experience: Requires...
Outside Spy
Jan 07, 2026
Duration not stated
Platform Engineer (Linux) at La Fosse Associates, London, £400-£500 per day
£400 - £500 per day
Outside Spy London, UK
Salary: £400 - 500 per day Reference: 116800 Linux Engineer 3 Days On Site in London £400pd to £500pd (Outside IR35) ASAP Start Description My client is looking for a Linux engineer to join us on a contract basis. You will be responsible for hands on deliver of the security hardening, stabilisation and lifecycle upgrades across the CCTV estate of our client. The role focuses on infrastructure, operating systems and security controls rather than application or user interface development. Key Responsibilities Perform operating system upgrades and security patching on CCTV servers and supporting infrastructure Apply firmware updates and vendor-recommended security fixes Remove shared credentials and implement secure identity and access controls Harden servers and services in line with enterprise security standards Support discovery and documentation of existing CCTV configurations and dependencies Implement and improve monitoring,...
Outside Spy
Jan 07, 2026
Duration not stated
Platform Engineer (Linux) at La Fosse Associates, London SE1, £400 - £500 a day
£400 - £500 per day
Outside Spy London SE1, UK
Full job description Salary:  £400 - 500 per day Reference:  116800 Linux Engineer 3 Days On Site in London £400pd to £500pd (Outside IR35) ASAP Start   Description My client is looking for a Linux engineer to join us on a contract basis. You will be responsible for hands on deliver of the security hardening, stabilisation and lifecycle upgrades across the CCTV estate of our client. The role focuses on infrastructure, operating systems and security controls rather than application or user interface development.   Key Responsibilities Perform operating system upgrades and security patching on CCTV servers and supporting infrastructure Apply firmware updates and vendor-recommended security fixes Remove shared credentials and implement secure identity and access controls Harden servers and services in line with enterprise security standards Support discovery and documentation...
Outside Spy
Jan 07, 2026
Duration not stated
Platform Engineer (Linux) at La Fosse Associates Limited, London, £400-£500 per day
£400 - £500 per day
Outside Spy London, UK
Linux Engineer 3 Days On Site in London £400pd to £500pd (Outside IR35) ASAP Start Description My client is looking for a Linux engineer to join us on a contract basis. You will be responsible for hands on deliver of the security hardening, stabilisation and life cycle upgrades across the CCTV estate of our client. The role focuses on infrastructure, operating systems and security controls rather than application or user interface development. Key Responsibilities Perform operating system upgrades and security patching on CCTV Servers and supporting infrastructure Apply firmware updates and vendor-recommended security fixes Remove shared credentials and implement secure identity and access controls Harden Servers and services in line with enterprise security standards Support discovery and documentation of existing CCTV configurations and dependencies Implement and improve monitoring, logging and alerting integrated with security operations Required...
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