Octopus Computer Associates

Technical Business Analyst (API Gateway) - Knutsford, Cheshire and remote - RATE: £350 per day INSIDE IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Technical Business Analyst (API Gateway). Role is based in Knutsford 2-3 days per week and rest is remote Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Job Summary We are seeking a Technical Business Analyst specializing in API Gateway solutions to bridge the gap between business needs and technical implementation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of API technologies, integration patterns, and business process analysis. This role requires collaboration with multiple stakeholders to gather requirements, design API solutions, and ensure successful implementation of API Gateway capabilities that align with business objectives. Key Responsibilities - Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical...

Penetration Tester - SC CLEARED - Wokingham, Berkshire and remote - 5 months+ - START: JANUARY/FEBRUARY (Tester, Test, Testing, Test Analyst, Test Engineer, Test Specialist, Security, AWS, Azure, Cloud, Crest, CyberScheme) One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an SC Cleared Penetration Tester. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: A penetration tester plays a vital role within the UK's cybersecurity industry, particularly when assisting organisations with managing and mitigating security risks. The core responsibilities of a penetration tester are to identify vulnerabilities that are present in an organisation's IT infrastructure, applications, and networks through rigorous testing. Employing both manual and automated techniques to simulate real world attacks, this will assess a company's security posture against any potential threats. Testers should also...

AWS Developer/Architect - Northampton and remote - 6 months+/RATE: £393 per day One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an AWS Developer/Architect. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: Project Objective: This role will contribute to the development and integration of Proof of Concepts (PoCs) from the detection backlog. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, design, develop and deliver PoCs related to fraud detection. Lead the migration of data and services from Aerospike to cloud-native databases as required. Integrate Databricks-based back-testing into the fraud detection pipeline. Work closely with architects and other developers to ensure seamless integration with existing systems. Participate in weekly stand-up calls to demonstrate progress and align on deliverables. Take ownership of tasks from the backlog,...

Penetration Tester - SC CLEARED - Wokingham, Berkshire and remote - 5 months+ - START: JANUARY/FEBRUARY (Tester, Test, Testing, Test Analyst, Test Engineer, Test Specialist, AWS, Azure, Cloud, Crest, CyberScheme) One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an SC Cleared Penetration Tester. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: A penetration tester plays a vital role within the UK's cybersecurity industry, particularly when assisting organisations with managing and mitigating security risks. The core responsibilities of a penetration tester are to identify vulnerabilities that are present in an organisation's IT infrastructure, applications, and networks through rigorous testing. Employing both manual and automated techniques to simulate real world attacks, this will assess a company's security posture against any potential threats. Testers should also be...

Google Workspace Program Manager - Northampton & Remote - 12 months + - MAX RATE £525 PER DAY (INSIDE IR35) Blue chip client is looking for a Google Workspace Programme Manager Description CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS Role Title: Program Manager Google workspace Location: Northampton Duration: 31/12/2026 Days on site: 2-3 days per week MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA (INSIDE IR35) Role Description: As a Google Workspace Program Manager, you will lead strategic programs that enable seamless collaboration and productivity across the enterprise through Google Workspace. This role combines program governance, technology transformation, and stakeholder engagement to deliver initiatives that align with the client's regulatory, operational, and strategic objectives. You will manage complex change programs, drive adoption, and ensure compliance while delivering innovative solutions that enhance user experience and business efficiency. Key...

Payments Solution Architect - Knutsford (Cheshire) or Northampton & Remote - 9 months+ - MAX RATE: £455 PER DAY. Blue chip client is looking for a Payments Solution Architect You can be based in Knutsford or Northampton and will need to be onsite 2-3 days per week, MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA - INSIDE IR35 Role Description: A core banking solution architect with experience in Current account journeys including loans, account switching and is experienced with managing responsibilities for designing, developing, and implementing technology solutions for complex core banking & current account business problems, ensuring that systems are scalable, resilient, and secure. Solution Architect with domain expertise & experience in designing the solutions involving various payments/core/cards systems. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders across business and technology, owning the delivery of architecture for core banking programs, and guiding...

Operations Manager/Lead (ERP Systems) - London and remote - 2-3 months+/RATE: £437.5 per day One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for an Operations Manager/Lead (ERP Systems). CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: Project Planning Execution Plan schedule and execute projects to meet deadlines and quality standards super DaytoDay Operations Oversee daily activities assign tasks and monitor progress for efficiency Process Improvement Develop and implement operational strategies policies and procedures to enhance productivity Budget Resource Management Manage budgets inventory and resources effectively Data Analysis Analyze operational metrics to identify trends and improvement areas Leadership Mentorship Guide and coach team members fostering a culture of excellence Compliance Risk Management Ensure adherence to company policies safety standards and regulatory requirements Stakeholder...

Voice Design Engineer (Cloud, API, Integration) - Sheffield and Remote - 6 months+ Blue chip client is looking for a Voice Design Engineer Role is based 3 days per week onsite in Sheffield and 2 days per week remote Description CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA - INSIDE IR35 Role Description: If you're looking to take an exciting new direction with your career, an internal move can open the door to many opportunities, allowing you to take on a new challenge, and develop your skills. Bring your knowledge of our brand to a new role and grow yourself further. Our International Wealth and Personal Banking (iWPB) business supports millions of individuals, families, business owners, investors and entrepreneurs worldwide. We provide products and services that include current accounts, credit cards, personal loans and mortgages, as well as savings, investments, insurance and wealth management. We also have specialised relationship...

Voice Design Engineer (Cloud, API, Integration) - Sheffield and Remote - 6 months+ Blue chip client is looking for a Voice Design Engineer Role is based 3 days per week onsite in Sheffield and 2 days per week remote Description CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA - INSIDE IR35 Role Description: If you're looking to take an exciting new direction with your career, an internal move can open the door to many opportunities, allowing you to take on a new challenge, and develop your skills. Bring your knowledge of our brand to a new role and grow yourself further. Our International Wealth and Personal Banking (iWPB) business supports millions of individuals, families, business owners, investors and entrepreneurs worldwide. We provide products and services that include current accounts, credit cards, personal loans and mortgages, as well as savings, investments, insurance and wealth management. We also have specialised relationship...

SAS Data Engineer (SAS 9.4, SAS Viya, Pentaho, Talend, Denodo) - MUST BE SC CLEARED - Telford and remote - 5 months+ One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a SAS Data Engineer (SAS 9.4, SAS Viya, Pentaho, Talend, Denodo) YOU MUST HAVE CURRENT ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE ROLE IS PAYE VIA AN UMBRELLA (INSIDE IR35) ROLE IS BASED IN TELFORD (2 DAYS PER WEEK) AND REMOTE THE REST Please find some details below: Description Job Title: Data Engineer (Minerva MMTAR Functional Core Build) Clearance Required: SC Duration: 6 months Location: Telford with 2 days/week in office Job Description: The initial phase, targeted for delivery in April 2026, will cover: Computerized Environment for Self-Assessment (CESA) Company Tax (CoTAX) Pay As You Earn (PAYE) for employer taxes. This role will form part of a new scrum team within Minerva Platform to develop and deliver the Ingestion and Risking within the SAS Platform including IDP. Key Responsibilities:...