Ncounter Technology Recruitment

About the Company

Ncounter offer tailored technology recruitment services – enhancing candidate satisfaction levels through the interview process whilst providing companies with a smoother experience from start to finish when hiring. With a wealth of experience, candidates can expect both a listening ear and a technical understanding. Via Ncounter, clients can access a pre-screened talent pool for one-off, team, permanent, contract and consultancy solutions.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Ncounter Technology Recruitment

Job Title

Platform Architect

Job Description

**Job Title:** Platform Architect **Role Summary:** Design and deliver secure, scalable cloud platform architectures for a UK Defense cloud transformation program. Focus on translating stakeholder requirements into technical designs while ensuring compliance with security standards in high-sensitivity environments. **Expectations:** Proven GCP expertise, active DV clearance, and experience in secure cloud design for defense/government sectors. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement mission-critical solutions. **Key Responsibilities:** - Architect and integrate secure, scalable cloud infrastructure (GCP) for defense programs. - Translate stakeholder requirements into technical designs and guide delivery teams. - Ensure compliance with security standards and sensitive environment protocols. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges. **Required Skills:** - Google Cloud Platform (GCP) architecture, design, and integration. - Secure cloud/infrastructure design and hands-on technical implementation. - Active UK DV clearance. - Experience in defense or secure government cloud environments. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Active DV clearance (mandatory). - Demonstrated expertise in cloud architecture (GCP-focused).

Wiltshire, United kingdom

On site

12-09-2025

Company Name

Ncounter Technology Recruitment

Job Title

Platform Engineer

Job Description

Platform Engineer Role Summary: Build, configure, and optimize secure cloud platforms using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to support mission-critical, complex services in a high-security environment. Focus on reliability, compliance, and agility within cloud transformation initiatives. Expectations: Contract-based role (6 months, with extensions probable); start date ASAP. Must comply with Inside IR35 status. Key Responsibilities: - Design and implement scalable, secure cloud infrastructure on GCP. - Automate cloud processes using CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies. - Collaborate with architects and engineers to align platform solutions with organizational needs. - Ensure platforms meet security, compliance, and performance standards in defense or government contexts. - Rapidly deliver cloud services in agile, fast-paced, complex projects. Required Skills: - Proven hands-on experience with GCP (services, deployment, optimization). - Cloud automation expertise (CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code). - Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). - Background in secure defense or government environments (technical experience preferred). - Team collaboration in multidisciplinary teams. Required Education & Certifications: Active Developer (DV) security clearance.

Wiltshire, United kingdom

On site

12-09-2025

Company Name

Ncounter Technology Recruitment

Job Title

Solutions Architect

Job Description

Job Title: Solutions Architect Role Summary: Lead the design, implementation, and operation of secure, scalable AWS cloud platforms for defence programmes, driving technical strategy, mentoring Agile teams, and liaising with senior architects. Expectations: Deliver robust, cost‑effective cloud solutions that meet stringent security and performance requirements; influence architecture decisions, set platform standards, and ensure clear communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Architect and lead delivery of modern, resilient AWS platforms for Defence initiatives. • Guide Agile engineering teams, mentor developers, and enforce best practices. • Collaborate with security, engineering, and senior stakeholder groups to define and uphold platform standards. • Integrate PaaS/SaaS services and manage CI/CD pipelines. • Monitor, debug, and optimise distributed systems in production. • Champion continuous improvement and innovative solutions across the platform. Required Skills: • Proven defence‑sector experience on secure programmes. • Deep AWS platform expertise (cloud‑native design, automation, operations). • Design and scale secure, cost‑effective public‑cloud environments. • Strong DevOps knowledge: CI/CD, version control, automation tooling. • Experience integrating PaaS/SaaS services. • Competence in at least one scripting language (Bash, Python, Go, PowerShell). • Ability to communicate complex technical decisions to senior stakeholders. • Hands‑on debugging of distributed production systems. Required Education & Certifications: • Relevant engineering or computer science degree (or equivalent experience). • Active Security Clearance (SC or DV required, DV preferred).

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

25-11-2025

Company Name

Ncounter Technology Recruitment

Job Title

Business Analyst

Job Description

Job Title: Business Analyst Role Summary Contract Business Analyst supporting a major Defence software delivery programme, translating complex business needs into prioritized, high‑quality requirements for development teams. Expactations - Maintain active DV clearance and adhere to Defence security protocols - Deliver high‑value business requirements within agile timelines - Engage senior stakeholders and challenge assumptions to achieve optimal outcomes - Work independently as a trusted partner to engineers, testers, product leads, and end users Key Responsibilities - Create, refine, and prioritise user stories and backlog items - Facilitate requirements workshops and business process mapping sessions - Conduct refinement sessions and drive the delivery lifecycle collaboratively - Translate end‑user needs into actionable functional specifications - Manage competing priorities and communicate status to stakeholders - Ensure requirements are well‑structured, traceable, and aligned with project objectives Required Skills - DV clearance and recent Defence sector experience - Proven experience in agile, bespoke software delivery environments - Strong client‑facing consulting skills and stakeholder management - Expertise in user story creation, backlog management, and requirements refinement - Business process mapping and workshop facilitation capabilities - Clear written and verbal communication with emphasis on collaboration Required Education & Certifications - Relevant degree in Business, IT, Engineering or related field (preferred) - Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master, Product Owner) beneficial - No mandatory additional certifications beyond DV clearance and Defence experience.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

25-11-2025