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Contract Role: Automation Test Engineer (SC Cleared)
Location: UK (on‑site or hybrid depending on project)
Clearance: Active SC clearance required
Duration: 1 month then potantially 4 month after
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Test Engineer with valid SC clearance to join a fast‑moving project within a secure environment. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test frameworks, ensuring high‑quality delivery across complex systems.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain robust automation frameworks using Playwright
* Create and execute BDD scenarios using Cucumber
* Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and QA teams
* Identify defects, raise detailed reports, and support root‑cause analysis
* Ensure all testing aligns with security and compliance standards
* Contribute to continuous improvement across testing processes

Essential Skills

* Active SC clearance
* Strong experience with Playwright
* Hands‑on experience with Cucumber / BDD
* Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines
* Strong scripting skills (JavaScript/TypeScript or similar)
* Experience testing APIs, UI, and integration layers
* Ability to work within secure or regulated environments

Desirable Skills

* Experience with Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
* Knowledge of microservices or cloud‑based architectures
* Previous work within government or defence projects

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Data Architect - Databricks (Hybrid, UK)
Locations: London, Manchester, or Edinburgh
Hybrid: 2-3 days per week on-site
Salary: Competitive (Manager & Senior Manager grades available)

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Data Architect with deep expertise in Databricks to help our clients design, build, and scale modern data platforms. You will play a pivotal role in shaping Lakehouse architectures that enable advanced analytics, AI/ML, and enterprise-wide data-driven decision-making.
Working closely with clients early in their data journey, you will assess business needs, define architectural direction, and guide the implementation of robust, secure, and scalable solutions. This is a hands-on architecture role suited to someone who has spent the last 2-3 years working directly with Databricks at an architectural level and is ready to progress towards programmes such as the Databricks DPP.

Key Responsibilities
* Architect and implement Databricks Lakehouse solutions across ingestion, processing, storage, and analytics layers.
* Recommend best practices and innovative approaches for modern data platforms.
* Build strong client relationships and confidently present architectural decisions to senior stakeholders.
* Shape client data strategies and promote governance, quality, and security standards.
* Lead architectural engagements and ensure delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
* Optimise Databricks workloads for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
* Implement governance and compliance frameworks using Unity Catalog, Purview, and cloud-native controls.
* Develop CI/CD pipelines using Databricks Repos, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
* Contribute to RFI/RFP responses and deliver innovative Proofs of Concept.
* Support the internal Architecture Practice by developing reusable patterns and accelerators.

Skills & Experience
* Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale Databricks solutions end-to-end.
* Strong background in Lakehouse Architecture, including structured and unstructured data.
* Expertise in Spark, PySpark, Delta Lake, and Databricks workflows.
* Experience building scalable ETL/ELT pipelines, including Delta Live Tables.
* Strong programming skills in Python, Scala, or SQL.
* Solid understanding of data modelling (3NF, Kimball, Data Vault).
* Experience integrating Lakehouse architectures with BI tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
* Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and understanding of Databricks implications across each.
* Knowledge of Databricks security best practices (RBAC, IAM, encryption).
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

Highly Valued Certifications
* Databricks Certified Data Engineer (Associate/Professional)
* Databricks Certified Machine Learning (Associate/Professional)
* Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals
* Databricks Lakehouse Fundamentals

Why Join Us?
* Generous annual leave and private medical insurance.
* Strong focus on wellbeing and personal development.
* A culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
* Opportunities to work on impactful client projects and drive meaningful change.
* Supportive environment with investment in certifications and career progression.

Additional Information
* This role is fully signed off and part of a growing Databricks capability.
* Candidates must be willing to travel between UK offices when required.
* Suitable for individuals with strong architectural experience rather than purely engineering backgrounds.

Please can you send me a copy of your CV if you're interested

Data Architect - Databricks (Hybrid, UK)
Locations: London, Manchester, or Edinburgh
Hybrid: 2-3 days per week on-site
Salary: Competitive (Manager & Senior Manager grades available)

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Data Architect with deep expertise in Databricks to help our clients design, build, and scale modern data platforms. You will play a pivotal role in shaping Lakehouse architectures that enable advanced analytics, AI/ML, and enterprise-wide data-driven decision-making.
Working closely with clients early in their data journey, you will assess business needs, define architectural direction, and guide the implementation of robust, secure, and scalable solutions. This is a hands-on architecture role suited to someone who has spent the last 2-3 years working directly with Databricks at an architectural level and is ready to progress towards programmes such as the Databricks DPP.

Key Responsibilities
* Architect and implement Databricks Lakehouse solutions across ingestion, processing, storage, and analytics layers.
* Recommend best practices and innovative approaches for modern data platforms.
* Build strong client relationships and confidently present architectural decisions to senior stakeholders.
* Shape client data strategies and promote governance, quality, and security standards.
* Lead architectural engagements and ensure delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
* Optimise Databricks workloads for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
* Implement governance and compliance frameworks using Unity Catalog, Purview, and cloud-native controls.
* Develop CI/CD pipelines using Databricks Repos, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
* Contribute to RFI/RFP responses and deliver innovative Proofs of Concept.
* Support the internal Architecture Practice by developing reusable patterns and accelerators.

Skills & Experience
* Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale Databricks solutions end-to-end.
* Strong background in Lakehouse Architecture, including structured and unstructured data.
* Expertise in Spark, PySpark, Delta Lake, and Databricks workflows.
* Experience building scalable ETL/ELT pipelines, including Delta Live Tables.
* Strong programming skills in Python, Scala, or SQL.
* Solid understanding of data modelling (3NF, Kimball, Data Vault).
* Experience integrating Lakehouse architectures with BI tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
* Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and understanding of Databricks implications across each.
* Knowledge of Databricks security best practices (RBAC, IAM, encryption).
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

Highly Valued Certifications
* Databricks Certified Data Engineer (Associate/Professional)
* Databricks Certified Machine Learning (Associate/Professional)
* Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals
* Databricks Lakehouse Fundamentals

Why Join Us?
* Generous annual leave and private medical insurance.
* Strong focus on wellbeing and personal development.
* A culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
* Opportunities to work on impactful client projects and drive meaningful change.
* Supportive environment with investment in certifications and career progression.

Additional Information
* This role is fully signed off and part of a growing Databricks capability.
* Candidates must be willing to travel between UK offices when required.
* Suitable for individuals with strong architectural experience rather than purely engineering backgrounds.

Please can you send me a copy of your CV if you're interested

Senior Manager - Insurance | AI Delivery Lead

Engineering, AI & Data - Technology & Transformation
Location: London or Manchester - salary will vary
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Senior Manager - AI Delivery Lead to support major clients in the insurance sector. This is a chance to work at the forefront of AI, data engineering, and next‑generation technology transformation, partnering with industry leaders to solve complex challenges and deliver high‑impact solutions at scale.

You'll join a collaborative community of experts focused on innovation, continuous learning, and measurable results. If you're passionate about shaping the future of AI-enabled transformation, this role offers the platform, support, and exposure to do exactly that.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will guide the delivery of cutting-edge AI and data-driven solutions. Responsibilities include:

* Working closely with clients to understand their strategic goals and design AI-driven solutions that create real business value.
* Leading multidisciplinary teams - including data scientists, engineers, developers, and analysts - throughout full project delivery.
* Managing end-to-end project lifecycle: scoping, budgeting, timelines, delivery, and stakeholder engagement.
* Bringing deep knowledge of traditional AI, Generative AI, and data science to shape high-quality, production-grade solutions.
* Ensuring ethical AI principles, data privacy, and security practices are embedded across all delivery phases.
* Staying ahead of emerging technologies and identifying where they can be applied to benefit clients.

What You'll Bring

Essential Experience

* Strong background in the insurance, financial services, or similar domain.
* Proven ability to deliver AI-enabled solutions at scale.
* Excellent project and stakeholder management capability.
* Deep understanding of AI technologies, including Generative AI.
* Experience leading diverse teams of technical and non‑technical specialists.
* Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies.

Desirable Skills

* Exposure to new and emerging AI tools and techniques.
* Confident communicator, able to translate complex concepts into compelling narratives.
* Experience designing solutions on cloud platforms.
* Knowledge of agile practices such as Scrum or Kanban.
* Data visualisation and insight storytelling skills.
* Programming experience (Python, Java, C#, etc.).

About the Team

You'll be part of an AI, Engineering & Data function focused on helping organisations reinvent their core operations. The team delivers large-scale transformations that unlock growth and improve outcomes for customers and citizens.

Colleagues describe the culture as flexible, supportive, and energised by innovation - a place where talented people come together to make an impact that matters

Please send me a copy of your CV if you meet the requirement

Azure Databricks Engineer
Lloyd's of London Market

Hybrid 2 days in London Office

We are seeking an outstanding Lead Azure Databricks Engineer to own the design, build, optimisation and governance of our enterprise cloud data platforms. This is a senior, fully hands‑on engineering position requiring deep technical expertise, strong delivery capability and experience operating within the Lloyd's of London market and its regulatory demands.

You will shape the future of our cloud data strategy, enabling advanced analytics and building secure, scalable and highly performant data solutions across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the development, optimisation and governance of large‑scale data platforms using Azure Data Factory, Data Lake, Key Vault, Azure Functions, Databricks, Delta Lake, PySpark and Unity Catalog
* Partner closely with underwriting, actuarial, delegated authority, bordereaux, exposure management, reinsurance, finance, Solvency II and risk teams to deliver solutions aligned to Lloyd's of London regulatory and operational requirements
* Translate complex business needs into scalable cloud data architectures in partnership with architects, SMEs and product owners
* Resolve complex technical challenges rapidly and decisively, consistently delivering high‑quality outcomes
* Champion engineering best practices including design patterns, data lifecycle management, CI/CD automation and cloud‑native methodologies
* Provide hands‑on technical leadership, mentorship and uplift engineering capability across the team
* Drive continuous improvement across performance, cost optimisation, reliability and resilience
* Oversee end‑to‑end data engineering delivery ensuring quality, observability, robustness and compliance

Required Experience and Skills

* Expert‑level knowledge of Azure Data Services and Databricks within enterprise environments
* Deep understanding of Delta Lake, Medallion architecture, distributed compute, Lakehouse patterns, data modelling and performance optimisation
* Strong Python, PySpark and SQL experience, with hands‑on implementation of CI/CD for data solutions using Azure DevOps
* Strong understanding of data governance, lineage, access management, FinOps and secure cloud engineering
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to confidently engage senior stakeholders and simplify complex technical concepts
* Proven ability to take ownership, deliver at pace and operate effectively in high‑pressure, high‑expectation environments
* Experience working within or delivering solutions for the Lloyd's of London market or similarly regulated environments

Please send me a copy if your CV if you're interested

Test Engineer

Location: London (Hybrid)
Type: Permanent

About:

An established global organisation is undergoing a significant digital modernisation programme and is looking to appoint a Test Engineer to strengthen quality assurance across its data and application landscape.

This role sits within a central IT & Digital function and plays a critical role in improving delivery confidence, system reliability and overall product quality. You'll work closely with developers and business analysts to embed structured, proactive testing throughout the delivery lifecycle.

The Role

As a Test Engineer, you will act as a quality gate across applications, integrations and data platforms, ensuring solutions are accurate, stable and fit for real‑world use.

Key responsibilities include:

* Partnering with development leads and business analysts on test planning, scenario creation and early validation of requirements
* Executing end‑to‑end functional and integration testing across applications, data platforms and APIs
* Validating data accuracy, business logic, workflows and cross‑system behaviour
* Running regression and business‑scenario testing to ensure enhancements are stable and predictable
* Leading impact assessments to identify dependencies, risks and downstream effects of change
* Conducting performance and load testing across applications and high‑volume data processing pipelines



Requirements:

* Strong SQL skills for data validation and defect investigation
* Experience testing applications built on Power Platform (Power Apps, Dataverse), SharePoint and APIs
* Experience validating data pipelines and analytics platforms
* Ability to design test cases, structure test cycles and support UAT activities

Benefits:

* Join a large‑scale digital transformation with genuine complexity and impact
* Work in a collaborative, engineering‑led environment that values quality and structure
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible working model to support work-life balance
* Strong investment in learning, development and long‑term career progression
* And more.

Senior Data Architect - Insurance & London Market

Location: London (Hybrid)


Overview

An established insurance organisation is looking for a Senior Data Architect to take ownership of enterprise and solution-level data architecture across London Market insurance domains. This role combines deep insurance expertise with modern cloud, analytics, and data platform architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

* Define and govern enterprise data architecture aligned to business strategy
* Design modern cloud-based data platforms using Medallion Architecture
* Produce and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models
* Act as a design authority, presenting architecture options and recommendations
* Define data integration and data product strategies
* Embed data governance, quality, lineage, and master data principles
* Support advanced analytics and AI-enabled data use cases

Required Experience:

* Extensive experience as a Senior / Lead Data Architect within Insurance and the London Market
* Strong knowledge of Lloyd's ecosystem, syndicates, DA, reinsurance, underwriting, and claims
* Proven expertise in cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
* Strong understanding of modern data architecture patterns and data modelling
* Experience operating at enterprise or cross-domain level
* Excellent senior stakeholder communication skills

Why Apply?

* Strategic, high-visibility architecture role
* Influence long-term data and analytics direction
* Work on large-scale, complex insurance transformations

Senior Business & Data Analyst - Insurance

Location: London (Hybrid)
Type: Permanent

Overview

A specialist insurance organisation is seeking a Senior Business & Data Analyst to support complex data and system transformation programmes within the London Market. This role sits at the intersection of business, data, and technology, requiring strong analytical capability alongside confident senior stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead end-to-end business and data analysis across underwriting, pricing, policy administration, claims, and reinsurance
* Analyse, profile, and validate complex insurance datasets using SQL
* Define data mappings, business rules, and transformation logic
* Conduct data quality assessments and support reconciliation activities
* Facilitate workshops with business and technical stakeholders
* Act as a bridge between underwriting, claims, finance, operations, and technology teams
* Support agile delivery across multi-disciplinary teams

Required Experience:

* Proven experience as a Senior Business Analyst / Data Analyst within London Market or Lloyd's insurance
* Strong domain knowledge across Syndicates, Delegated Authority, Reinsurance underwriting and claims
* Strong SQL experience for hands-on data analysis
* Experience working on data-led transformation or platform modernisation initiatives
* Confident engaging senior business and technology stakeholders

Why Apply?

* High-impact role within complex London Market environments
* Opportunity to shape data-driven transformation
* Strong stakeholder exposure and long-term programme work

Insurance Technical Specialist (Broking/Actuarial) - Contract - £650/pd

Please note - this role will require you to attend the Central London office 2-3 days per week. You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role. This organisation is not able to offer sponsorship.

I am working with my London Market broker client, an innovative brokerage pushing beyond traditional operating models by combining deep market expertise with emerging AI and modern engineering practices.

They are seeking an Insurance Technical Specialist for a broker-side change initiative, aimed at shaping and delivering new capabilities for the London Market. This role is deliberately hybrid: it suits someone with extensive insurance broking experience or an actuarial background, who can also "vibe code" - rapidly prototyping, configuring, and iterating solutions using modern low‑friction development approaches and AI-assisted tooling.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on contract role sitting between business, data, and technology. You will apply your deep understanding of insurance and market mechanics while actively contributing to solution design and build. The work supports a broader strategy to leverage AI-driven insight, automation, and decision support, enabling the broker to bring something genuinely new to the London Market.

Key Responsibilities

* Act as a technical insurance SME across broking and/or actuarial domains
* Translate complex insurance concepts into functional and technical artefacts
* Rapidly prototype and iterate solutions using vibe coding / AI-assisted development techniques
* Support data-driven and AI-enabled use cases across broking, placement, pricing, or analytics
* Work closely with data architects, engineers, and delivery teams to ensure solutions reflect real market behaviour
* Validate outputs against London Market practices, regulatory expectations, and broker operating models
* Contribute to defining how insurance logic is embedded into systems, models, and workflows

Required Experience

* Extensive experience in insurance broking or a strong actuarial background
* Deep knowledge of London Market structures, processes, and products
* Proven ability to operate as a hands-on technical specialist, not just advisory
* Experience using modern coding, scripting, or prototyping approaches
* Comfortable experimenting, iterating, and building alongside delivery teams
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills across business and technology audiences

Highly Desirable

* Experience applying AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics in an insurance context
* Exposure to modern data platforms, APIs, or cloud-based environments
* Experience working in transformation or innovation-led broker initiatives

This is a 6 month engagement which offers £650/pd Outside IR35.

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on 0191 338 7508 or at d.airey@tenthrevolution.com.

Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.

Contract Data Architect - London Market - £700/pd

Please note - this role will require you to work from the Central London office 2-3 days per week. You must be UK based with the unrestricted right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role. This organisation is not able to offer sponsorship.

I am working with my London Market broker client, a forward‑thinking organisation modernising how data flows across the insurance value chain. This role sits at the heart of a high-profile broker-side transformation, combining deep London Market expertise with modern data and emerging AI capabilities.

The Opportunity

My London Market broker client is undertaking a strategic data initiative to design a future-state broker data model and clearly define how data integrates across core market and internal systems. The work will directly underpin new digital and AI-enabled capabilities, enabling the broker to offer the London Market something genuinely new in terms of insight, automation, and decision-making.

This is a hands-on architecture role requiring strong engagement with business stakeholders, technology teams, and delivery partners.

Key Responsibilities

* Design and define a broker-centric canonical data model for the London Market
* Map and document data integration flows across broker platforms and market systems (e.g. policy, placement, claims, bordereaux)
* Work closely with business, underwriting, and placement stakeholders to align data structures with real-world broker processes
* Define clear data ownership, semantics, and quality standards
* Support integration patterns and architectural decisions across legacy and modern platforms
* Enable downstream AI and advanced analytics use cases by ensuring data is structured, accessible, and fit for purpose
* Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to ensure the model is practical, implementable, and scalable

Required Experience

* Proven Data Architect experience within the London Market insurance ecosystem
* Strong understanding of broker operations and market interactions
* Hands-on experience creating enterprise or domain data models
* Experience defining data integration approaches across multiple systems
* Comfortable working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
* Able to translate between business requirements and technical design
* Experience supporting modern data platforms (cloud, APIs, event-driven or integration layers)

Highly Desirable

* Experience working with emerging AI technologies, advanced analytics, or data products
* Familiarity with London Market modernisation initiatives and digital market infrastructure
* Experience operating in transformation or change programmes

This is a 6 month engagement which offers a day rate of £700/pd Outside IR35.

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on 0191 338 7508 or at d.airey@tenthrevolution.com.

Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.