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Feb 17, 2026
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Software Contractor - Siemans/Staubli at Mpac, Tadcaster, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Tadcaster LS24 9SG, UK
Purpose of the Role We are looking to build a pipeline of potential software contractors with the following skill sets and experience. If you are open to software/controls contract work and your skillset and experience are a good match below, please feel free to send your CV and we may contact you in the near future.   As a Software Contractor you'll be working on the commissioning of our machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in: Siemens TIA V19 including Safety Siemens WinCC Unified HMI Motion/Servo drives PackML Keyence Vision Staubli robot - essential Developing streamlined, efficient code Utilising advanced simulation tools to perfect software before real-world implementation. Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).   Outputs/Deliverables To support delivery of high-quality software design based...
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Feb 10, 2026
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Software Contractor - Siemans/Staubli at Mpac, Tadcaster, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Tadcaster LS24 9SG, UK
Purpose of the Role We are looking to build a pipeline of potential software contractors with the following skill sets and experience. If you are open to software/controls contract work and your skillset and experience are a good match below, please feel free to send your CV and we may contact you in the near future.   As a Software Contractor you'll be working on the commissioning of our machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in: Siemens TIA V19 including Safety Siemens WinCC Unified HMI Motion/Servo drives PackML Keyence Vision Staubli robot - essential Developing streamlined, efficient code Utilising advanced simulation tools to perfect software before real-world implementation. Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).   Outputs/Deliverables To support delivery of high-quality software design based...
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Feb 03, 2026
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Software Contractor - Siemans/Staubli at Mpac, Tadcaster, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Tadcaster LS24 9SG, UK
Purpose of the Role We are looking to build a pipeline of potential software contractors with the following skill sets and experience. If you are open to software/controls contract work and your skillset and experience are a good match below, please feel free to send your CV and we may contact you in the near future.   As a Software Contractor you'll be working on the commissioning of our machines in a software capacity. Your expertise will be crucial in: Siemens TIA V19 including Safety Siemens WinCC Unified HMI Motion/Servo drives PackML Keyence Vision Staubli robot - essential Developing streamlined, efficient code Utilising advanced simulation tools to perfect software before real-world implementation. Ensuring our machines meet the highest safety standards by designing software compliant with the Machine Directive (BS EN 12100).   Outputs/Deliverables To support delivery of high-quality software design based...
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Feb 18, 2026
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Remote Software Developer (UK) at Turing, Remote, £Contractor Rate
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About the job   About Us: Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world’s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems.   Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in software engineering, logical reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence with systems that perform reliably, deliver measurable impact, and drive lasting results on the P&L.   Project Overview: As a Software Engineering evaluator, you will create cutting-edge datasets for training, benchmarking, and advancing large language models, collaborating closely with researchers. This includes curating code...
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Feb 06, 2026
Duration not stated
Software Developer (UK) at Turing, Remote, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy Remote (United Kingdom)
About Us: Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world’s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems.   Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in software engineering, logical reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence with systems that perform reliably, deliver measurable impact, and drive lasting results on the P&L.   Project Overview: As a Software Engineering evaluator, you will create cutting-edge datasets for training, benchmarking, and advancing large language models, collaborating closely with researchers. This includes curating code examples, providing precise...
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Feb 05, 2026
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Principal Software Engineer In Test (SDET) at Meteor Mobile Holdings Inc., Remote, £Contractor Rate
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We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer in Test to lead and evolve our quality engineering practice across backend services and client applications. This role is hands-on, highly technical, and focused on building robust, scalable test automation for REST and WebSocket APIs, as well as web, mobile, and desktop client UIs. As a principal-level engineer, you will define testing strategy, design automation frameworks, and partner closely with backend, frontend, mobile, and platform teams to ensure quality is built into the system. This is not a manual QA role.   Employment Type This is a full-time independent contractor position. We are not currently hiring for direct employee positions. Location This is a fully remote position. Work where you perform your best.   Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end test automation strategy, architecture, and integration across backend services and client applications Design,...
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Feb 04, 2026
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Senior Software Engineering Contractor at Aspect Capital, London Area, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London Area, United Kingdom
Aspect Capital is an award-winning systematic hedge fund based in London, UK that manages over $8 billon of client assets, where technology plays a critical role in the success of the business.   We are looking for a Senior Software Engineering Contractor to join our Software Development team to work on our Software Development platform for 12 months.   Job requirements: 5+ years of enterprise Java development experience Experience with managing technical projects e.g. planning timelines, milestones and deliverables Strong enterprise Java (with Spring) experience Working proficiency of Python and Javascript Experience with Maven, Docker and CI pipelines   Job responsibilities: Aspect’s Software Development Team are a team of 12 who develop and support the main trading software for Aspect. This ranges from front office trading, to back and middle office. This core project entails working on Aspect’s Software...
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Feb 13, 2026
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer at General Dynamics, Hastings, £Contractor Rate (Outside IR35)
Contract Spy Hastings, UK
Company Description General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. General Dynamics in St Leonards-on-Sea currently provide avionic mission computing systems for a wide range of military fast jets, helicopters, and UAV’s. Recent success has resulted in General Dynamics developing the next generation of Advanced High Performance, Safety Critical Mission Computer Systems to meet the needs of latest platforms in development by several aircraft manufacturers. These Mission...
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Feb 11, 2026
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S1000D Content Management Software Trainer (XML/SGML) at Cotiem, UK, £Contract Rate
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Our Mission: We aim to be the leading provider of content management software and expertise, helping clients create, manage, publish, and deliver high-value content.   About Us: Contiem, Inc. is a global Component Content Management System (CCMS) and expertise partner. We specialize in creating, managing, and delivering high-value content - technical documentation, eLearning, online help, visualizations, training materials, etc. We continuously challenge the status quo and empower organizations by delivering effective content solutions that help clients achieve their business objectives. Contiem headquarters is located in Annapolis, MD, with additional locations in the US and internationally in Sutton, UK, Chennai, India, and Sydney, Australia. Our elite team of subject matter experts works closely with clients to assess, optimize, and transform their content objectives and operations. Our global team allows us to support clients in 40 countries, including...
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Feb 05, 2026
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Principal Software Engineer - Mobile at Meteor Mobile Holdings Inc., Remote, £Contractor Rate
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We are looking for an experienced Principal Mobile Engineer to drive the architecture, development, and delivery of high-quality and highly-scaled mobile applications. You will be a hands-on coder while leading a team of mobile engineers. As the Principal Engineer, you will be setting technical standards and best practices for mobile development.   Employment Type This is a full-time independent contractor position. We are not currently hiring for direct employee positions. Location This is a fully remote position. Work where you perform your best.   Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of mobile engineers to deliver scalable and reliable applications. Define and implement mobile architecture, coding standards, and CI/CD best practices. Collaborate with product, design, and infrastructure teams to plan and deliver new features. Oversee deployment and management of mobile apps using CI/CD, Artifactory, and cloud...
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Feb 19, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Technical Writer - Software at Xcelirate, Remote/London, £Competitive Day Rate
Contract Spy Remote (London, UK)
Who Are We? Xcelirate develops technologically-advanced platforms which are accessed by thousands of users every minute! We are proud to offer a workplace where the sharpest developers come together to strategically plan and swiftly execute practices which see us maintain our existing market dominance and attain global expansion. We owe our success to our customers who have seen us grow across a decade, and our talented team who have made that growth possible!   What are we looking for? We are looking for a Senior Technical Writer who will own and maintain the single source of truth for how the products we build and operate actually work. You will be responsible for a living, authoritative record of how the products behave, how the business uses them, and what really happens when someone presses a button or a workflow runs. You are suitable for the role if you've also held positions such as Systems Analyst or Knowledge Manager. Most of what...
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Feb 18, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Front End Developer at Bridebook, Remote, £Competitive Day Rate
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Senior Front-End React Developer At Bridebook, we're digitising the wedding industry! Join us in transforming the wedding planning experience for engaged couples around the world. Full-time Contractor · Remote · Competitive Day Rate Who is Bridebook anyway? Bridebook is a revolutionary wedding planning platform that seeks to make wedding planning an enjoyable, intuitive, and rewarding experience for couples, guests, and industry partners. Launched in the UK, Bridebook has over 1,000,000 planning couples and has been featured in major outlets such as the New York Times, the BBC, and the App Store. After seven years and many iterations later, we have 2 in 3 engaged UK couples and 1 in 3 engaged German couples using Bridebook, and have recently expanded into the French and Irish markets. While we serve a very emotional and creative industry, we are disrupting the wedding industry by leveraging cutting-edge technology to provide seamless and...
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Feb 16, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Dev Ops Engineer at Deloitte, London, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
    Job description Job title : Lead DevOps Engineer (contract) Duration : 6 months Target Start Date : ASAP Location : Cardiff Hybrid - travel to Cardiff office on an adhoc basic and for training on week 1. 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.   About the role: We are looking for a Lead DevOps Engineer to join the Enabling Functions team. Reporting to Tech lead, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring and guiding a...
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Feb 13, 2026
Duration not stated
Mid-Level Developer at CarFinance247, Manchester M12 6JH, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Manchester M12 6JH, UK
About The Role About Car Finance 247 Car Finance 247 is the UK’s leading online car finance broker, driven by innovation, technology, and a customer-centric approach. We’re building a new platform to empower our dealer partners with scalable, FCA-compliant template websites, enabling seamless integrations and exceptional digital experiences. Join us as we redefine the future of car finance and dealer technology. About the Role We are looking for a talented Mid-Level Developer to join our growing digital team in Manchester. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in building and evolving the platform that powers our template websites. You’ll work closely with designers, product owners, and other engineers to deliver robust, scalable, and secure solutions that drive dealer success and customer engagement. Location: Flexible/Hybrid options available Type: Contractor (3 month initial term) Salary/Rate: Based on experience...
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Feb 12, 2026
Duration not stated
Business & Technical Documentation Analyst at Xcelirate, London, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
Who Are We? Xcelirate develops technologically-advanced platforms which are accessed by thousands of users every minute! We are proud to offer a workplace where the sharpest developers come together to strategically plan and swiftly execute practices which see us maintain our existing market dominance and attain global expansion. We owe our success to our customers who have seen us grow across a decade, and our talented team who have made that growth possible!   What are we looking for? We are looking for a Business & Technical Documentation Analyst who will own and maintain the single source of truth for how the products we build and operate actually work. You will be responsible for a living, authoritative record of how the products behave, how the business uses them, and what really happens when someone presses a button or a workflow runs. Most of what you’ll be documenting will not arrive cleanly packaged. It will exist as half-remembered...
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Feb 12, 2026
Duration not stated
Python Developer at YO IT CONSULTING, Remote, £Hourly Rate
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hiring experienced Python Engineers to support a variety of high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. Freelancers will help improve AI systems through work extending coding benchmarks that reflect real-world development across diverse languages and domains. This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems. Key Responsibilities Develop and validate coding benchmarks in Python by curating issues, solutions, and test suites from real-world repositories Ensure benchmark tasks include comprehensive unit and integration tests for solution verification Maintain consistency and scalability of benchmark task distribution Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity Debug, optimize, and document benchmark code for reliability and reproducibility Ideal Qualifications 3–10 years of experience as a backend software engineer, ML engineer,...
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Feb 11, 2026
Duration not stated
UX/UI Designer at SiXworks, Farnborough/Remote, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy Hybrid (Farnborough, UK)
UX/UI Designer (Contractor) About The Job We are looking to recruit a UX/UI Designer to join us on fast moving, innovative and influential work that is underway in the Defence and Security Sector.     Key Responsibilities Conduct user research through usability testing, and data analysis to understand user behaviours and needs. Translate research insights into user journeys, personas, wireframes, and prototypes. Design intuitive interfaces that align with brand guidelines and accessibility standards. Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define requirements and refine solutions. Create high‑fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes using industry‑standard tools. Iterate on designs based on feedback, testing results, and performance metrics. Contribute to and maintain design systems, ensuring consistency across products. Stay current with design trends, emerging technologies, and best...
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Feb 11, 2026
Duration not stated
Defect Manager (Jira etc) at Coforge, Remote/Edinburgh, £Contractor Rate
Contract Spy Hybrid (Edinburgh, UK)
Job Title: Defect Manager Location: Edinburgh, UK Job Type: Fixed Term Contractor Work Mode: Remote (Occasional travel required for client meetings. ) Key Skills: Defect Management, Jira   We at Coforge are seeking for Defect Manager with following skillsets:   Key Responsibilities Lead and manage defect triage meetings , ensuring clear prioritization and timely follow-up. Drive end‑to‑end defect lifecycle management across multiple vendors and internal technical teams. Push and track defect resolutions, ensuring accountability and timely closure. Manage defects spanning both hardware and software components. Provide clear communication, status updates, and reporting to stakeholders. Required Experience Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as a Defect Manager on large-scale, complex projects. Strong practical experience with JIRA (mandatory). Experience with qTest is an added advantage....
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Feb 11, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Front End Developer at Bridebook, Remote, £Competitive Day Rate
Contract Spy Remote
Full job description Senior Front-End React Developer At Bridebook, we're digitising the wedding industry! Join us in transforming the wedding planning experience for engaged couples around the world. Full-time Contractor · Remote · Competitive Day Rate Who is Bridebook anyway? Bridebook is a revolutionary wedding planning platform that seeks to make wedding planning an enjoyable, intuitive, and rewarding experience for couples, guests, and industry partners. Launched in the UK, Bridebook has over 1,000,000 planning couples and has been featured in major outlets such as the New York Times, the BBC, and the App Store. After seven years and many iterations later, we have 2 in 3 engaged UK couples and 1 in 3 engaged German couples using Bridebook, and have recently expanded into the French and Irish markets. While we serve a very emotional and creative industry, we are disrupting the wedding industry by leveraging cutting-edge technology...
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Feb 10, 2026
Duration not stated
Business Readiness Training Developer - Salesforce etc (x2) at SmartestEnergy, London Canary Wharf, £Day Rate
Contract Spy Canary Wharf, London, UK
Business Readiness Training Developer X 2 - Day Rate Contractor The Business Readiness Training Developer will work with the Business Readiness Training Team on a large-scale transformation programme implementing Salesforce and other system and business process changes, to design and develop training material for consumption by SmartestEnergy end users. The role will focus specifically on the development of software simulations, e-learning modules, process documentation for end users, training briefing packs and other training materials as required. This temporary role is crucial in ensuring that the business is adequately prepared for programme changes through effective training content amidst tight timeframes.
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