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Nov 13, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Software Developer (SC Eligible/SC Cleared) at Scrumconnect, Swansea, £500 per day
£500 per day
Contract Spy Swansea, UK
Salary 500 Inside IR35 City Swansea Province Swansea Country United Kingdom Postal Code SA1 Job Description About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Overview We're looking for a hands-on Lead Software Developer to lead engineering on high-volume public services for our UK government clients. You'll set the technical direction for your team, write code alongside them, and make sure what you build holds up under...
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Nov 06, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Software Developer (SC Eligible/SC Cleared) at Scrumconnect, Swansea, £500 per day
£500 per day
Contract Spy Swansea, UK
Salary 500 Inside IR35 City Swansea Province Swansea Country United Kingdom Postal Code SA1 Job Description About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Overview We're looking for a hands-on Lead Software Developer to lead engineering on high-volume public services for our UK government clients. You'll set the technical direction for your team, write code alongside them, and make sure what you build holds up under...
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Oct 30, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Software Developer (SC Eligible/SC Cleared) at Scrumconnect, Swansea, £500 per day
£500 per day
Contract Spy Swansea, UK
Lead Software Developer ( SC Eligible/ SC Cleared )    Swansea, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/10/2026 About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Overview We're looking for a hands-on Lead Software Developer to lead engineering on high-volume public services for our UK government clients. You'll set the technical direction for your team, write code alongside them, and make sure what you build holds up under real-world volume. Much...
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Nov 13, 2026
Duration not stated
D365 Developer at Test Yantra, London, £380-£400 per day
£380 - £400,505 per day
Contract Spy London, UK
About the Role The Dynamics 365 Developer reports into the Complex Case Management Team DevOps Lead. The role will have a close working connection with IT teams, Partners/3rd parties, Operational Teams and Service Management. Responsibilities · Agile Practices: Integrate and support with agile based product development ceremonies such as sprint planning, standups, retrospectives and backlog grooming. · Solution Design and Development: Lead the design and development of custom solutions within Dynamics 365 and Power Platform, ensuring they meet business needs and align with best practices. · System Integration: Integrate Dynamics 365 with other systems and applications, ensuring seamless data flow and process automation. · Customization and Configuration: Customise and configure Dynamics 365 and Power Platform applications to meet specific business requirements. · Technical Leadership: Provide technical...
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Nov 13, 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)
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 organisation. About the Opportunity As a Principal Engineer, you will...
Contract Spy
Nov 12, 2026
6 Months or more
Software Developer at Deloitte, City Of London/Remote, 6 Months, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Hybrid (City Of London, England, United Kingdom)
Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 6 months, likely to convert to perm Location: London, Hybrid Model Day Rate: Competitive Inside IR35 - Payroll provider: Rockford Payroll Info for Contingent Workers - Rockford Pay DMS Digital Workstream Technical Services Role Summary DMS Digital Software Developers provide a range of technical and business capabilities to DMS Digital and other engagements. These capabilities include solution development, data analysis, business analysis, systems analysis, quality assurance and documentation depending on the requirements of the individual project or engagement. Often seconded to DMS engagements, DMS Digital Developer/Technical Analysts quickly fill capability gaps for those engagements providing whatever support is required to ensure the on-time, on-cost and on-quality delivery of the engagement’s outcomes. DMS Digital Developer/Technical Analysts bring their broad range of technical knowledge and analytical...
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Nov 12, 2026
6 Months or more
Agile Delivery Manager at Department for Work & Pensions, UK Office/Remote, 12 Months, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Hybrid (United Kingdom)
About the role: We are seeking an Agile Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of technical change within a complex digital environment. Working with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, technical leads and product specialists, you will be responsible for prioritising work, managing delivery roadmaps and ensuring successful end to end delivery of platform and service improvements. You will support delivery across the full product lifecycle, from Discovery and Alpha through to Beta and Live, while fostering high-performing teams and promoting Agile ways of working. Experience delivering technical products or services within Agile environments is essential.   As an Agile Delivery Manager , your main responsibilities will be to: Lead Agile delivery across technical and platform focused teams. Manage priorities, dependencies, risks, issues and delivery plans. Work closely with technical leads, engineers and product teams to deliver business outcomes....
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Nov 12, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Developer at Scrumconnect, Taunton, £400-£425 per day (Outside IR35)
£400 - £425 per day
Contract Spy Taunton, UK
Salary £400-£425 Outside Ir35 City Taunton Province Somerset Country United Kingdom Postal Code TA1 Job Description   About Scrumconnect Consulting   Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Role Purpose Join a blended agile delivery squad working on large-scale, secure digital services for a government client. As a Senior Developer, you will bring strong hands-on experience across both .NET and Python, contributing to...
Contract Spy
Nov 12, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Technical Developer (.Net and Python) - SC Eligible at Scrumconnect, Taunton, £450-£500 per day (Outside IR35)
£450 - £500 per day
Contract Spy Taunton, UK
Salary £450-£500 Outside IR35 City Taunton Province Somerset Country United Kingdom Postal Code TA1 Job Description About Scrumconnect Consulting   Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.   We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Technical Developer to provide hands-on technical leadership within a client delivery team. You will be responsible for driving engineering standards, code quality, and the technical...
Contract Spy
Nov 11, 2026
Duration not stated
Software Developer (Power Platform) at Scrumconnect, Newcastle upon Tyne, £300-£340 per day
£300 - £340 per day
Contract Spy Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter. We are looking for a Power Platform Software Developer to lead the build of prototypes and proofs of concept during a short discovery. You will turn discovery findings and architecture decisions into working service-desk and chatbot demonstrations, and guide a more junior developer. What you will do Lead the design, configuration and development of the discovery prototypes. Turn prioritised requirements and...
Contract Spy
Nov 11, 2026
up to 6 Months
Lead Java Developer at Inspired Thinking Group (ITG), Birmingham, 3-6 Months, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Birmingham, UK
Our Digital Engineering team at ITG are responsible for building world class, enterprise grade digital applications for high profile brands. We pride ourselves in working with mature Agile methodologies and make use of the latest versions of technology. Our teams are structured in such a way that gives every employee the opportunity to learn new skills, work on various projects over time and see the results of your efforts in the online consumer marketplace. Joining the Digital Engineering function would see you work as part of a cross-functional, product style team, generally consisting of a Business Analyst, Scrum Master / Project Manager, Solution Architect, Lead Developers (FE and BE), Developers, and Testers (Manual and Automated). ITG require a talented Lead Java Developer to work on the development of a range of web based products and tools. Lead Java Developers are responsible for building and maintaining a range of websites and applications for our clients,...
Contract Spy
Nov 09, 2026
up to 6 Months
Full-Stack Developer – React, React Native & .NET - SC Cleared at Puma Berry Ltd, Bath/Remote, to 3/27, £425-£525 per day (Outside IR35)
£425 - £525 per day
Contract Spy Hybrid (Bath, UK)
Full-Stack Developer – React, React Native & .NET | Maritime Defence | Outside IR35 Contract About the opportunity Puma Berry is seeking two Full-Stack Developers, one mid-level and one senior , for an upcoming maritime defence software programme. You will help develop applications that enable users to record vessel inspections, capture survey data and synchronise information across connected and offline environments. Working within an established Agile team, you will contribute across web, mobile and backend development alongside business analysts, designers, developers and testers. These opportunities are subject to contract award. Contract details Rate — £425–£525 per day, depending on experience and role level. IR35 status — Expected to be outside IR35, subject to confirmation. Location — Predominantly remote within the UK, with approximately monthly visits to Bath. Start — 23...
Contract Spy
Nov 09, 2026
6 Months or more
Software Development Team Lead - DV Cleared at Deloitte, London, 12 Months, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy London, UK
Job Title: Software Developer Team Lead Location: London (3 days onsite) Duration: 12 Month Contract Start Date: ASAP IR35: Inside Clearance: Active DV Security Clearance required   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.   Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Developer to provide technical leadership for the delivery of an AI-enabled Defence tasking and workflow platform. The role will help shape a secure application that combines Python/FastAPI services, React and TypeScript user interfaces, Camunda workflow...
Contract Spy
Nov 06, 2026
Duration not stated
UI/UX Developer at Test Yantra, London, £360-£400 per day
£360 - £400 per day
Contract Spy London, UK
Essential Skills & Experience: · Proven experience in UI/UX design for self-service platforms or similar digital products. · Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch. Strong knowledge of responsive design principles and web/mobile best practices. · Experience conducting user research and usability testing to drive design improvements. · Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design principles. · Ability to work in an Agile environment, delivering iterative design solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. · Excellent communication skills to articulate design decisions and gather stakeholder feedback effectively Familiarity with GDS Service Standards and the Digital Service Assessment process Work with clients to design and develop digital services that are user-friendly, accessible, and compliant with GDS standards. Lead the development...
Contract Spy
Nov 06, 2026
Duration not stated
D365 Developer at Test Yantra, London, £380-£400 per day
£380 - £400 per day
Contract Spy London, UK
About the Role The Dynamics 365 Developer reports into the Complex Case Management Team DevOps Lead. The role will have a close working connection with IT teams, Partners/3rd parties, Operational Teams and Service Management. Responsibilities · Agile Practices: Integrate and support with agile based product development ceremonies such as sprint planning, standups, retrospectives and backlog grooming. · Solution Design and Development: Lead the design and development of custom solutions within Dynamics 365 and Power Platform, ensuring they meet business needs and align with best practices. · System Integration: Integrate Dynamics 365 with other systems and applications, ensuring seamless data flow and process automation. · Customization and Configuration: Customise and configure Dynamics 365 and Power Platform applications to meet specific business requirements. · Technical Leadership: Provide technical...
Contract Spy
Nov 06, 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)
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 organisation. About the Opportunity As a Principal Engineer, you will...
Contract Spy
Nov 05, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Delivery Manager - Active UK Security Clearance at Appvia, London, £600 per day
£600 per day
Contract Spy London, UK
Senior Delivery Manager - Appvia - Active UK Government Security Clearance required Internal Title: Senior Delivery Manager Location: London, UK (Hybrid - typically 1-2 days per week in office) Contract: Permanent or Contract Start Date: Immediate start (Early December) Package: £60,000 - £80,000 + 10% Bonus + 10% Shares + Benefits (see more below) Contract Day Rate: £600 Inside IR35   About Us Appvia is a specialist cloud, platform engineering, and AI enablement consultancy, helping organisations design, build, and operate modern cloud platforms at scale. We work across public and private sector organisations, delivering outcomes in complex and highly regulated environments. Our focus is on enabling teams to improve delivery performance, adopt modern engineering practices, and build secure, scalable platforms that support long-term change. Our work spans cloud migration, platform engineering, DevOps transformation, and...
Contract Spy
Nov 05, 2026
Duration not stated
Senior Developer at Scrumconnect, Taunton, £400-£425 per day (Outside IR35)
£400 - £425 per day
Contract Spy Taunton, UK
Salary £400-£425 Outside Ir35 City Taunton Province Somerset Country United Kingdom Postal Code TA1 Job Description   About Scrumconnect Consulting   Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Role Purpose Join a blended agile delivery squad working on large-scale, secure digital services for a government client. As a Senior Developer, you will bring strong hands-on experience across both .NET and Python, contributing to...
Contract Spy
Nov 05, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Technical Developer (.Net and Python) - SC Eligible at Scrumconnect, Taunton, £450-£500 per day (Outside IR35)
£450 - £500 per day
Contract Spy Taunton, UK
Salary £450-£500 Outside IR35 City Taunton Province Somerset Country United Kingdom Postal Code TA1 Job Description About Scrumconnect Consulting   Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.   We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery, and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.   Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Technical Developer to provide hands-on technical leadership within a client delivery team. You will be responsible for driving engineering standards, code quality, and the technical...
Contract Spy
Nov 04, 2026
Duration not stated
Lead Java Developer at Inspired Thinking Group (ITG), Birmingham, 3-6 Months, £Contract Rate
Contract Spy Birmingham, UK
Our Digital Engineering team at ITG are responsible for building world class, enterprise grade digital applications for high profile brands. We pride ourselves in working with mature Agile methodologies and make use of the latest versions of technology. Our teams are structured in such a way that gives every employee the opportunity to learn new skills, work on various projects over time and see the results of your efforts in the online consumer marketplace. Joining the Digital Engineering function would see you work as part of a cross-functional, product style team, generally consisting of a Business Analyst, Scrum Master / Project Manager, Solution Architect, Lead Developers (FE and BE), Developers, and Testers (Manual and Automated). ITG require a talented Lead Java Developer to work on the development of a range of web based products and tools. Lead Java Developers are responsible for building and maintaining a range of websites and applications for our clients,...
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