6 jobs found in Chester

Network Automation Developer £550 per day | 12-month contract | Chester | Hybrid - 3 days per week We are looking for a Network Automation Developer to join a large enterprise engineering environment, supporting the development and maintenance of automation solutions that improve network efficiency, visibility and incident response. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded engineer with Python and networking experience who wants to develop their expertise within a structured automation team. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain Python-based network automation scripts . Support automation of operational and network infrastructure tasks. Work with REST APIs and JSON to integrate systems and exchange data. Assist with monitoring, alerting and network observability solutions. Troubleshoot automation and infrastructure issues. Follow established engineering standards, designs and operational processes. Work alongside senior automation engineers on defined development tasks and enhancements. Support incident and problem management activities. Contribute to automation initiatives involving CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code . Maintain code and documentation using version control tools such as Git . Essential Experience Strong experience in network operations, automation, Scripting or infrastructure support. Good working knowledge of Python , including writing and maintaining scripts. Understanding of enterprise networking including routing, switching, wireless and basic SD-WAN. Experience with REST APIs, JSON and Git . Basic Linux knowledge and troubleshooting experience. Familiarity with monitoring, telemetry and observability concepts. Good communication and collaboration skills. A willingness to learn and develop further in network automation. Experience with Django/Flask, Infrastructure as Code or CI/CD environments would be advantageous. Please apply today to be considered

EUC Project Coordinator (SCCM, Intune & Application Remediation) Location Hybrid / 3 days per week in Chester and 2 days remote working Contract Contract Opportunity for 12 months Overview We are seeking a Technology End-of-Life (EOL) Workstation Remediation Coordinator to support a large-scale workstation and application remediation programme within a complex enterprise environment. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong project coordination skills with a solid understanding of End User Computing (EUC), application lifecycle management, and endpoint technologies. You will work closely with technical teams, project managers, and stakeholders to coordinate remediation activities, track progress, manage risks, and help ensure applications and devices remain secure, compliant, and supported. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing function where you can contribute to process improvements, identify automation opportunities, and help shape ways of working as the programme evolves. Key Responsibilities Coordinate workstation and application End-of-Life (EOL) and End-of-Service (EOS) remediation activities. Support the planning, tracking, and delivery of remediation workstreams across multiple applications and technologies. Maintain project documentation, action trackers, RAID logs, remediation plans, and status reports. Monitor risks, dependencies, issues, and blockers, escalating where appropriate. Support application compatibility assessments and remediation planning activities. Work with engineering and operational teams to understand technical dependencies and deployment requirements. Assist Project Managers with governance, reporting, and programme coordination activities. Ensure remediation records, testing evidence, and deployment documentation are maintained accurately. Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to increase operational efficiency. Support change management, release management, and operational readiness activities. Required Skills & Experience Experience coordinating technology, infrastructure, application, or workstation remediation projects. Good understanding of workstation application lifecycle management, including deployment, upgrades, remediation, retirement, and support. Knowledge of End User Computing (EUC) environments and workstation refresh programmes. Experience supporting application remediation and software compatibility initiatives within Windows environments. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities. Experience maintaining project documentation, RAID logs, action trackers, and status reporting. Ability to identify and manage risks, dependencies, and remediation activities. Strong stakeholder communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Technical Skills Working knowledge of PowerShell for application discovery, inventory validation, troubleshooting, and remediation support. Experience interpreting script outputs, logs, installer return codes, and deployment results. Familiarity with Windows command-line tools and troubleshooting utilities. Experience supporting software deployment and endpoint management activities. Understanding of application packaging, deployment, and testing processes. Knowledge of software asset management and inventory management practices. Preferred Experience Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM). Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager. Endpoint management and device compliance solutions. PowerShell scripting and automation. Windows upgrade, application rationalisation, or software lifecycle management programmes. ITIL-based service management environments. Experience working within large-scale enterprise transformation programmes. Experience using Jira for project tracking and workflow management. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will be a highly organised coordinator who is comfortable working in a technical environment. You will be able to engage with engineering teams, understand remediation activities, and ensure delivery remains on track while maintaining strong governance and reporting standards. If you have experience supporting application remediation, endpoint technologies, and enterprise workstation programmes, we'd love to hear from you.

Ascendion is looking for "Scrum Master", The ideal candidate brings experience working in complex enterprise environments, navigating multi-team delivery, and collaborating closely with Product Owners, RTEs, Architecture, Engineering, and wider programme stakeholders. Required Skills & Experience 4+ years as a Scrum master's in enterprise environments Strong understanding of Scrum, Agile, and scaled frameworks (SAFe preferred) Proven experience in Agile project delivery and multi-team coordination Expertise with Jira and Confluence Solid SDLC, QA, and DevOps awareness Certifications preferred: CSM, PSM, SAFe SSM/SASM, PMI-ACP Banking/Financial experience is required

Job Title: Network Support Engineer Location: Chester - Hybrid (3 days in office is essential) Working Pattern: 4 days on 3 days off shifts Contract: 12 months with possible extension. Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 Our client, a leading organisation in the financial services sector, is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Network Operations Support professional to join their team on a fixed-term contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the stability and performance of their network infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Monitoring and Management: Oversee Monitoring Event Management and Incident Management, ensuring timely Level 1 triage of networking issues. Network Operations: Provide operational support for network environments, including switching, routing, perimeter security, traffic management, and content inspection. Proactive Troubleshooting: Utilise advanced tools such as Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon to identify service impacts and interpret monitors, dashboards, and logs. Incident Response: React effectively to production failures, managing triage efforts, engaging appropriate teams, and communicating with management and technical escalation. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain data quality and completeness of incident tickets, ensuring all impacts are accurately recorded in the system of record. Prepare professional documents and ad-hoc reports as directed by senior team members or leadership. Governance and Compliance: Promote and enforce production governance during triage and testing efforts, adhering to design standards and global authority processes. Ideal Candidate Profile: Technical Expertise: Familiarity with enterprise network infrastructure, including routing, switching, wireless, and SD-WAN. Hands-on experience with Splunk for data ingestion, searches, and dashboard creation would be a big plus. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with an attention to data quality, capable of translating raw telemetry into actionable insights for operations teams. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with Engineering and Operations teams. Agile Methodology: Basic understanding of JIRA, Confluence, and Agile frameworks, with experience in Networking-related disciplines within design, implementation, or operations roles. What Our Client Offers: A vibrant work environment where innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organisation. The chance to work with emerging technologies in network operations. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for network operations and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity could be your next career move. Don't miss the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic financial services environment! Take the next step in your career and apply today! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Network Support Engineer 12 Month Contract Chester Hybrid 550 p/d inside IR35 Client within the financial services industry is currently seeking for a Networks support engineer to join the team. Key Responsibilities Collect, normalize, and onboard network device telemetry and instrumentation data (metrics, logs, events, streams) into Splunk and approved analytics platforms. Work with Network Engineering teams to understand device behaviors, health indicators, and performance signals across routing, switching, wireless, and SD-WAN platforms. Requirements Strong understanding of enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN). Hands-on experience with Splunk for data ingestion, searches, dashboards, and alerts. Experience working with network telemetry sources such as SNMP, syslog, telemetry streams, APIs, and device metrics. Please note this role requires 3 days onsite and sponsorship cannot be provided. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales