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Oct 23, 2026
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Software Engineer - Quantitative Decision Systems at Naverion, Remote/London, £350-£550 per day
£350 - £550 per day
Contract Spy Remote (London Area, United Kingdom)
Software Engineer - Quantitative Decision Systems Experienced Junior to Mid-Level Location:  Remote, London-based Engagement:  Initial contractor, intended to convert to permanent Indicative contract rate:  GBP 350-550/day; target c. GBP 450/day Indicative permanent salary:  GBP 55,000-80,000 Reporting to:  Naverion Chief Technical Officer (CTO)   Role Summary Naverion is seeking a software engineer at experienced-junior to mid-level to deliver defined components across its quantitative decision platform. Working directly with the CTO, the engineer will implement, test, document and support the controlled release of production software. The role suits someone who can progress bounded work independently and, at the upper end of the range, own defined components through the full SDLC. Architecture, methodology, clinical interpretation, security design and production approval remain with the CTO and relevant...
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Oct 20, 2026
Duration not stated
AI Software Engineer - Runtime & Systems at Huawei, Cambridge, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy Cambridge, UK
AI Software Engineer – Runtime & Systems (Contractor)   About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at...
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Oct 23, 2026
Duration not stated
Golang - Software Engineer at Test Yantra Software Solutions Private Limited, Sheffield, £400-£500 per day
£400 - £500 per day
Contract Spy Sheffield, UK
Key Accountabilities Responsibilities will include: · Design, develop and maintain highly available, secure, and performant backend REST API services along with frontend client using Python , Golang, Docker and Cloud-Native services . · Implement and manage database schema changes using Liquibase , ensuring alignment with compliance and audit standards. · Collaborate closely with Architecture and DevOps teams to enhance, maintain and mature Product capabilities/features. · Perform root cause analysis and implement solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Qualifications and experience The ideal candidate for this role will have the below experience and qualifications: · Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience. · Comes from Software Engineering background with infrastructure experience. · 5+ years of development experience...
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Oct 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Golang - Software Engineer at Test Yantra Software Solutions Private Limited, Sheffield, £400-£500 per day
£400 - £500 per day
Contract Spy Sheffield, UK
Key Accountabilities Responsibilities will include: · Design, develop and maintain highly available, secure, and performant backend REST API services along with frontend client using Python , Golang, Docker and Cloud-Native services . · Implement and manage database schema changes using Liquibase , ensuring alignment with compliance and audit standards. · Collaborate closely with Architecture and DevOps teams to enhance, maintain and mature Product capabilities/features. · Perform root cause analysis and implement solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Qualifications and experience The ideal candidate for this role will have the below experience and qualifications: · Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience. · Comes from Software Engineering background with infrastructure experience. · 5+ years of development experience...
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Oct 09, 2026
Duration not stated
Golang - Software Engineer at Test Yantra Software Solutions Private Limited, Sheffield, £400-£500 per day
£400 - £500 per day
Contract Spy Sheffield, UK
Key Accountabilities Responsibilities will include: · Design, develop and maintain highly available, secure, and performant backend REST API services along with frontend client using Python , Golang, Docker and Cloud-Native services . · Implement and manage database schema changes using Liquibase , ensuring alignment with compliance and audit standards. · Collaborate closely with Architecture and DevOps teams to enhance, maintain and mature Product capabilities/features. · Perform root cause analysis and implement solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Qualifications and experience The ideal candidate for this role will have the below experience and qualifications: · Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience. · Comes from Software Engineering background with infrastructure experience. · 5+ years of development experience...
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Oct 23, 2026
Duration not stated
Software Engineering Learning Facilitator at HMRC, UK, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy UK
Software Engineering Learning Facilitator     Temporary   Competitive   We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us. We offer a great work life balance. You have the opportunity to work at any of our brand-new Regional Centres and to also work remotely. Contracts vary in length dependent upon the project with the possibility to extend. Your time spent with us short or long term will be invaluable - your skills and expertise are needed to deliver the largest digital and transformation projects in Government. There really couldn’t be a better time to join HMRC for your new contract opportunity! Software Engineering Learning Facilitator We are seeking an experienced and engaging Software Engineering Learning Facilitator to deliver high-quality learning and development programmes for groups of 10 to 20 aspiring and early-career software...
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Oct 28, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Full Stack Engineer at Infected Blood Authority, Glasgow/Remote, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Hybrid (Glasgow, UK)
The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) is a new arm’s-length body which is being set up, at unprecedented pace, to administer compensation to people whose lives have been impacted by the infected blood scandal   A rare opportunity to lead cutting-edge software engineering across the breadth of a public service making a real difference. Joining IBCA early in the service lifecycle allows for the Principal Software Developer to influence tech decisions, build capability, and implement best in class engineering standards.   As the Principal Software Engineer, you will be an experienced voice in the organisation, leading and coaching colleagues to design and develop applications that meet the user needs, and comply with government technology and design standards. You will be responsible for the development of frontend and backend services, applying a rigorous testing approach to ensure applications are...
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Oct 28, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Full Stack Engineer at Infected Blood Authority, Newcastle/Remote, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Hybrid (Newcastle upon Tyne, UK)
The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) is a new arm’s-length body which is being set up, at unprecedented pace, to administer compensation to people whose lives have been impacted by the infected blood scandal   A rare opportunity to lead cutting-edge software engineering across the breadth of a public service making a real difference. Joining IBCA early in the service lifecycle allows for the Principal Software Developer to influence tech decisions, build capability, and implement best in class engineering standards.   As the Principal Software Engineer, you will be an experienced voice in the organisation, leading and coaching colleagues to design and develop applications that meet the user needs, and comply with government technology and design standards. You will be responsible for the development of frontend and backend services, applying a rigorous testing approach to ensure applications are...
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Oct 23, 2026
Duration not stated
Platform Engineer at YLD, Remote, £B2B Contract Rate
Contract Spy Remote (London, England, United Kingdom)
Location: UK Remote (GMT timezone) Department: Engineering Employment Type: Contract (B2B)   About YLD: Our goal is to help our clients keep moving forward. We work with them to build the skills and capabilities they need to stay ahead of the competition, and we know our success only happens when they succeed. We’re a team of curious, talented people, and we’re committed to making YLD a place where great people want to work, grow, and stay. We’re a remote-first consultancy specialising in software engineering, product design, and data. Our teams are based across London, Lisbon, and Porto, and we create digital solutions that continue to deliver value long after our work is done.   About the role As a Senior Software Engineer at YLD, you’ll be part of a client team building innovative products. We’re looking for someone curious, passionate, driven, and enthusiastic. You should be skilled in...
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Oct 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Digital Software Development Examiner - T Level at Pearson, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, England, United Kingdom
What are T Levels? T Levels are new courses coming in September 2020, which will follow GCSEs and will be equivalent to three A levels. These two-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work. T Levels will offer students a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 45 days. They will provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door into skilled employment, further study or a higher apprenticeship. The Role The T Level Examiner role is an excellent opportunity to earn some extra money in a contract role, alongside any full-time commitments you may have, whilst also developing your career in education. T-Level Examiners mark candidate responses in accordance with a pre-defined mark scheme, whilst adhering to the Code of Practice and published examination...
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Oct 28, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior AWS Application & Platform Engineer at UST, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
Role description Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, mandatory) Employment Type : Permanent | Fixed-Term Contract | Contract (Inside IR35) Start Date : Immediate/ Short Notice period About the Role We are seeking a Senior AWS Application & Platform Engineer to help design and build cloud-native applications, developer platforms and AI-enabled engineering capabilities from the ground up.   This is a highly hands-on engineering role combining AWS application development, serverless and event-driven architecture, Python, Generative AI, developer tooling and automation.   You will build APIs, reusable application patterns, developer accelerators and AI-enabled services that help engineering teams deliver software more efficiently, securely and consistently.   Key Responsibilities Design and build cloud-native applications, APIs and platform services on AWS. Develop serverless and event-driven solutions...
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Oct 26, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Lead Engineer -Cloud, Data & AI at UST, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
We are seeking a highly experienced hands on Senior Technical Lead engineer to serve as the primary technical anchor for a large-scale Wealth Management Replatforming initiative. This individual will act as the strategic bridge between business stakeholders, enterprise architecture teams, and distributed engineering pods, driving the design and delivery of an AI-first platform ecosystem.   The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise across data, integration, cloud, and AI with strong stakeholder management capabilities and the ability to influence enterprise-wide technology decisions.     Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead architecture, solution design, and technical governance across the replatforming program. Define and drive the target-state architecture spanning data, integration, AI, and customer platforms. Establish engineering standards, delivery practices, and architectural guardrails. Ensure...
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Oct 23, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Engineer – SC Eligible at ByDesign Secure, London/Remote, £850 per day (Outside IR35)
£850 per day
Contract Spy Hybrid (London, UK)
Principal Engineer – SC Eligible – Government Projects This role is delivered within secure environments. Candidates must be eligible for UK SC clearance and hold UK citizenship. Join the Mission We are a fast‑growing startup building scalable, high‑quality digital products at pace. Our success depends on strong engineering foundations, pragmatic architecture, and ways of working that enable teams to deliver value continuously. We are looking for a Principal Engineer to play a critical leadership role across our engineering and architecture community. This is an opportunity to shape how we build, not just what we build—embedding effective engineering processes, modern delivery practices, and a culture of continuous improvement as the company scales. This role suits a senior technologist who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys influencing without authority, and wants to leave a lasting imprint on how engineering operates within a growing...
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Oct 22, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Snowflake Data Engineer at Insight Investment, Manchester, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Manchester, UK
We are looking for an experienced Principal Snowflake Data Engineer to join our growing team building our strategic data platform as we look to adopt best in class data governance and democratise data around the business. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our data strategy, leveraging our data assets to the full, elevating our decision-making, streamlining processes, and drive innovation within our organisation.     You will be part of the long-standing Data Platform team using Agile methods to deliver solutions on top of our cloud platform. Starting with Snowflake as a foundational component, we will look to integrate other technologies and grow capability to meet the demands of the business. You will work closely with a variety of business areas and be involved in all aspects of the Secure System Development Lifecycle (S-SDLC). We operate in a collaborative and inclusive environment, where each team member 's...
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Oct 21, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior AWS Application & Platform Engineer at UST, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, mandatory) Employment Type : Permanent | Fixed-Term Contract | Contract (Inside IR35) Start Date : Immediate/ Short Notice period About the Role We are seeking a Senior AWS Application & Platform Engineer to help design and build cloud-native applications, developer platforms and AI-enabled engineering capabilities from the ground up.   This is a highly hands-on engineering role combining AWS application development, serverless and event-driven architecture, Python, Generative AI, developer tooling and automation.   You will build APIs, reusable application patterns, developer accelerators and AI-enabled services that help engineering teams deliver software more efficiently, securely and consistently.   Key Responsibilities Design and build cloud-native applications, APIs and platform services on AWS. Develop serverless and event-driven solutions using AWS Lambda, API...
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Oct 20, 2026
Duration not stated
Performance Modelling Engineer - CPU Microarchitecture at Huawei, Cambridge, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy Cambridge, UK
Performance Modelling Engineer (Contractor) About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited   Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the...
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Oct 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Cloud Engineer at Deloitte, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
  Job Title: Senior Cloud Engineer (contract) Location: London Hybrid. Travel to the London office 3 days a week Duration: 11 months Contract Start Date: ASAP *note client onboarding takes 6 weeks from offer Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.   The Role We are looking for experienced Senior Cloud Engineers to work in the Technology and Transformation Team at Deloitte. You will work with one of our global financial services clients. This position...
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Oct 14, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Platform Engineer (AI, AWS & Developer Experience) at UST, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
Role description Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, mandatory) Employment Type : Permanent | Fixed-Term Contract | Contract (Inside IR35) Start Date : Immediate/ Short Notice period About the Role We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer (AI, AWS & Developer Experience) to help design and build the platform from the ground up. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on AWS-native application development, internal developer platforms, agentic AI, automation, and engineering governance. You will create the tools, APIs, developer workflows, AI services, and platform capabilities that accelerate software delivery while embedding security, compliance, and operational excellence by default. Key Responsibilities Build cloud-native platform services, APIs, developer tooling, and automation on AWS. Design and develop AI-powered engineering capabilities using AWS Bedrock and agentic AI frameworks. Create reusable platform...
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Oct 09, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Cloud Engineer at Deloitte, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
  Job Title: Senior Cloud Engineer (contract) Location: London Hybrid. Travel to the London office 3 days a week Duration: 11 months Contract Start Date: ASAP *note client onboarding takes 6 weeks from offer Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.   The Role We are looking for experienced Senior Cloud Engineers to work in the Technology and Transformation Team at Deloitte. You will work with one of our global financial services clients. This position...
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Oct 28, 2026
Duration not stated
Principal Data Scientist at AWTG, West Mids, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy West Midlands, UK
Role overview The Principal Data Scientist will lead significant data science work across AWTG and client programmes, shaping technical direction, standards and delivery approaches. The role requires deep expertise in data science, strong leadership and the ability to turn advanced analytics into organisational impact. You will work with multidisciplinary teams across data, AI, software engineering, product, QA and delivery to create practical outcomes for clients and end users. Key responsibilities Lead the scoping, design and delivery of complex data science products, models and analytical solutions. Set standards for modelling, validation, reproducibility, coding, documentation and responsible AI practices. Identify opportunities to apply machine learning, predictive analytics, optimisation or advanced statistics to business challenges. Guide data scientists, analysts and engineers in selecting appropriate methods, architectures and tools....
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