NextWave Consulting Ltd

Job Title Technical Data Project Manager - Data Platform Modernization Department Technology / Data Platforms Location London, UK Role Summary A Technical Data Project Manager to lead delivery of data platform modernization initiatives within a global banking environment. The role focuses on execution across data lake, data fabric, and DevOps enabled delivery models, working closely with engineering, architecture, and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead end to end delivery of data platform programs Coordinate across data engineering, architecture, DevOps, and governance teams Manage program plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies Translate business requirements into technical execution roadmaps Drive alignment across global stakeholders Ensure delivery meets regulatory and governance expectations Enable Agile / DevOps based execution practices Required Qualifications Strong experience in project / program management Banking or financial services experience (mandatory) Experience working on data platforms / data lakes / big data programs Strong stakeholder management and execution ownership Ability to challenge technical teams without hands on coding Preferred (Good to Have) Cloud exposure (AWS preferred, not mandatory) Awareness of data fabric / data mesh conceptsPrior background in data engineering or architecture Exposure to regulated environments Not Required Hands on coding Deep specialization in one tool or technology Why Join High impact data modernization programs Opportunity to shape execution across global teams Role with strong ownership and visibility

Job Title Technical Data Project Manager - Data Platform Modernization Department Technology / Data Platforms Location London, UK Role Summary A Technical Data Project Manager to lead delivery of data platform modernization initiatives within a global banking environment. The role focuses on execution across data lake, data fabric, and DevOps enabled delivery models, working closely with engineering, architecture, and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead end to end delivery of data platform programs Coordinate across data engineering, architecture, DevOps, and governance teams Manage program plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies Translate business requirements into technical execution roadmaps Drive alignment across global stakeholders Ensure delivery meets regulatory and governance expectations Enable Agile / DevOps based execution practices Required Qualifications Strong experience in project / program management Banking or financial services experience (mandatory) Experience working on data platforms / data lakes / big data programs Strong stakeholder management and execution ownership Ability to challenge technical teams without hands on coding Preferred (Good to Have) Cloud exposure (AWS preferred, not mandatory) Awareness of data fabric / data mesh conceptsPrior background in data engineering or architecture Exposure to regulated environments Not Required Hands on coding Deep specialization in one tool or technology Why Join High impact data modernization programs Opportunity to shape execution across global teams Role with strong ownership and visibility

Camunda Architect / Lead Architect (Camunda 8 Preferred) Location: London, UK Work Model: Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time / Fixed Term Contract Seniority: Senior / Lead Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Camunda Architect to lead the design, architecture, and implementation of enterprise-grade workflow and process orchestration solutions. This role is responsible for defining architecture standards, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring scalable, secure, resilient, and maintainable process automation solutions using Camunda, with a strong preference for Camunda 8. The successful candidate will act as the technical authority for workflow orchestration and will work closely with stakeholders, solution architects, developers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-impact automation solutions aligned to business and engineering objectives. Candidates with strong Camunda 7 experience may also be considered, provided they can clearly demonstrate an understanding of: the differences between Camunda 7 and Camunda 8 the trade-offs between the two platforms when each is most appropriate readiness to work in a Camunda 8-led environment Key Responsibilities Architecture & Solution Design Define and own the end-to-end architecture for Camunda-based workflow and process orchestration solutions Lead the design of scalable, resilient, and cloud-native workflow architectures using Camunda / Zeebe Establish architecture standards and best practices for: BPMN DMN workflow orchestration process governance versioning and lifecycle management Translate complex business processes into robust and maintainable technical solutions Platform, Integration & Engineering Architect integrations with microservices, APIs, and event/messaging platforms Design for scalability, fault tolerance, performance, and operational resilience Guide deployment strategy across Camunda SaaS and self-managed models Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams on: CI/CD pipelines containerised deployments Kubernetes-based environments observability and platform monitoring Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across engineering teams and delivery squads Mentor engineers and support the uplift of workflow orchestration capability across the organisation Evaluate tools, patterns, and frameworks to improve process automation capability and architectural maturity Required Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience designing and implementing solutions using Camunda, ideally Camunda 8 / Zeebe Camunda 8 Certification strongly preferred Deep understanding of: BPMN 2.0 DMN workflow orchestration patterns Strong software architecture and system design experience Strong background in: microservices architecture event-driven systems distributed systems Strong backend engineering experience using Java / Spring Boot or equivalent Experience working with: REST APIs Kafka / RabbitMQ / messaging systems Docker Kubernetes cloud-native deployments Strong understanding of security, scalability, resilience, and reliability principles Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to balance technical architecture with practical business and delivery outcomes Preferred / Desirable Experience with both Camunda 7 and Camunda 8 Experience with Camunda SaaS and self-managed deployments at scale Exposure to cloud platforms such as: AWS Azure GCP Experience with observability tooling such as: Prometheus Grafana OpenTelemetry Experience with: enterprise integration patterns API management workflow/task UI customisation Experience in regulated industries such as: Banking Insurance Healthcare Ideal Profile This role is best suited to someone currently operating as a: Camunda Architect Workflow Architect BPM Architect Process Orchestration Architect Lead Solution Architect (Workflow / Automation)

Location: UK (Hybrid / Onsite as required) Experience: 5+ years Role Type: Fixed Term Contract Overview We are developing a scalable Data Fabric platform that ingests, transforms, and serves trusted data products across multiple domains. The platform spans on premise and cloud environments and underpins a wide range of analytics and operational workloads. This role plays a critical part in shaping, building, and scaling the platform as new use cases onboard. Role Summary As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead technical delivery while remaining deeply hands on. You will design and build platform components, own complex engineering outcomes, and set high standards for quality, reliability, and operability. You will work closely with architects and engineering peers, mentor team members, and contribute to both technical and delivery decisions. Key Responsibilities Own end to end delivery of complex features and platform capabilities Design and build scalable Java / Spring Boot microservices Define and uphold engineering standards for code quality, testing, and documentation Mentor engineers and promote knowledge sharing Drive DevOps practices, CI/CD, and operational readiness Collaborate with globally distributed engineering and product partners Support integration of new use cases into an established enterprise platform Must Have Skills Strong hands on expertise with Java and Spring Boot (microservices) Proven senior level software engineering experience Deep understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices Hands on experience with Kubernetes Cloud experience (GCP preferred, others considered) Experience building or integrating React based UIs or strong understanding of UI/backend integration Experience working on large scale data platforms or enterprise systems Nice to Have Experience in large, matrixed, or global organisations Exposure to cloud native architecture and platform modernisation initiatives

Exciting times at NextWave Consulting as we continue our growth journey. We are seeking a high performing Client Partner to join our team and help drive significant new business while further developing our strategic client relationships. Opportunity We are seeking a high performing Client Partner to drive significant new business growth and expand strategic client relationships. This senior commercial leadership and client relationship role is responsible for originating, shaping, and closing £2-10+ million of consulting revenue annually. You will manage a portfolio of strategic Financial Services accounts, lead engagement with C suite buyers, build long term client partnerships, and collaborate with our transformation delivery and solutions teams to provide innovative, best of breed AI enabled solutions. Responsibilities Originating, qualifying, and closing £2-10 million+ annual consulting revenue across Financial Services clients. Proactively generating new opportunities within existing target accounts, shaping high value transformation programmes and complex consulting engagements. Leading the end to end pursuit process for major deals, including proposal development, commercial structuring, and contract negotiation. Understanding client strategy, transformation pain points, and organisational priorities. Developing revenue and managing client plans. Qualifications Degree level qualification. Excellent problem solving skills and evidenced ability to break problems down into logical steps. Excellent organisational skills and evidenced ability to co ordinate and deliver complex outcomes. Excellent communication skills. Benefits Competitive salary & options. Agile/flexible working. Professional training and accreditation. Award winning culture. City location.

NextWave Consulting Ltd is seeking a high-performing Client Partner to drive significant new business growth and expand strategic client relationships. This role involves managing a portfolio of Financial Services accounts, leading engagement with C-suite buyers, and providing innovative AI-enabled solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in originating and closing £2-10 million of annual consulting revenue while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position offers a competitive salary, options, and the flexibility of agile work arrangements.

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Camunda Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade workflow solutions. Based in London with a hybrid work model, the role demands strong experience in Camunda, particularly version 8, along with a solid architecture background. Candidates should excel in microservices, event-driven systems, and have a proven ability to mentor engineering teams. This position is ideal for those wanting to drive high-impact automation solutions while collaborating across teams.

Camunda Architect / Lead Architect (Camunda 8 Preferred) Location: London, UK Work Model: Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time / Fixed Term Contract Seniority: Senior / Lead Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Camunda Architect to lead the design, architecture, and implementation of enterprise-grade workflow and process orchestration solutions. This role is responsible for defining architecture standards, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring scalable, secure, resilient, and maintainable process automation solutions using Camunda, with a strong preference for Camunda 8. The successful candidate will act as the technical authority for workflow orchestration and will work closely with stakeholders, solution architects, developers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-impact automation solutions aligned to business and engineering objectives. Candidates with strong Camunda 7 experience may also be considered, provided they can clearly demonstrate an understanding of: the differences between Camunda 7 and Camunda 8 the trade-offs between the two platforms when each is most appropriate readiness to work in a Camunda 8-led environment Key Responsibilities Architecture & Solution Design Define and own the end-to-end architecture for Camunda-based workflow and process orchestration solutions Lead the design of scalable, resilient, and cloud-native workflow architectures using Camunda / Zeebe Establish architecture standards and best practices for: BPMN DMN workflow orchestration process governance versioning and lifecycle management Translate complex business processes into robust and maintainable technical solutions Platform, Integration & Engineering Architect integrations with microservices, APIs, and event/messaging platforms Design for scalability, fault tolerance, performance, and operational resilience Guide deployment strategy across Camunda SaaS and self-managed models Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams on: CI/CD pipelines containerised deployments Kubernetes-based environments observability and platform monitoring Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across engineering teams and delivery squads Mentor engineers and support the uplift of workflow orchestration capability across the organisation Evaluate tools, patterns, and frameworks to improve process automation capability and architectural maturity Required Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience designing and implementing solutions using Camunda, ideally Camunda 8 / Zeebe Camunda 8 Certification strongly preferred Deep understanding of: BPMN 2.0 DMN workflow orchestration patterns Strong software architecture and system design experience Strong background in: microservices architecture event-driven systems distributed systems Strong backend engineering experience using Java / Spring Boot or equivalent Experience working with: REST APIs Kafka / RabbitMQ / messaging systems Docker Kubernetes cloud-native deployments Strong understanding of security, scalability, resilience, and reliability principles Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to balance technical architecture with practical business and delivery outcomes Preferred / Desirable Experience with both Camunda 7 and Camunda 8 Experience with Camunda SaaS and self-managed deployments at scale Exposure to cloud platforms such as: AWS Azure GCP Experience with observability tooling such as: Prometheus Grafana OpenTelemetry Experience with: enterprise integration patterns API management workflow/task UI customisation Experience in regulated industries such as: Banking Insurance Healthcare Ideal Profile This role is best suited to someone currently operating as a: Camunda Architect Workflow Architect BPM Architect Process Orchestration Architect Lead Solution Architect (Workflow / Automation)

Location: UK (Hybrid / Onsite as required) Experience: 5+ years Role Type: Fixed Term Contract Overview We are developing a scalable Data Fabric platform that ingests, transforms, and serves trusted data products across multiple domains. The platform spans on premise and cloud environments and underpins a wide range of analytics and operational workloads. This role plays a critical part in shaping, building, and scaling the platform as new use cases onboard. Role Summary As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead technical delivery while remaining deeply hands on. You will design and build platform components, own complex engineering outcomes, and set high standards for quality, reliability, and operability. You will work closely with architects and engineering peers, mentor team members, and contribute to both technical and delivery decisions. Key Responsibilities Own end to end delivery of complex features and platform capabilities Design and build scalable Java / Spring Boot microservices Define and uphold engineering standards for code quality, testing, and documentation Mentor engineers and promote knowledge sharing Drive DevOps practices, CI/CD, and operational readiness Collaborate with globally distributed engineering and product partners Support integration of new use cases into an established enterprise platform Must Have Skills Strong hands on expertise with Java and Spring Boot (microservices) Proven senior level software engineering experience Deep understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices Hands on experience with Kubernetes Cloud experience (GCP preferred, others considered) Experience building or integrating React based UIs or strong understanding of UI/backend integration Experience working on large scale data platforms or enterprise systems Nice to Have Experience in large, matrixed, or global organisations Exposure to cloud native architecture and platform modernisation initiatives

NextWave Consulting Ltd is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in the UK with hybrid work options. The successful candidate will lead the development of a scalable Data Fabric platform, focusing on Java and Spring Boot microservices while mentoring team members. Required skills include hands-on experience in CI/CD, Kubernetes, and cloud technologies (GCP preferred). This role offers the chance to shape platform capabilities and support integration of new use cases. A candidate with experience in large-scale data platforms is preferred.

NextWave Consulting Ltd is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to their Data Fabric platform. The candidate will design and enhance backend services, collaborate within an agile team, and ensure high-quality software delivery. Must have strong experience in Java and Spring Boot, agile development, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines. The role offers hybrid working conditions and the opportunity to work on innovative data solutions in a dynamic environment.

Location: UK (Hybrid / Onsite as required) Experience: 2-5 years Role Type: Fixed Term Contract Overview We are building a modern Data Fabric platform that enables the ingestion, transformation, and serving of large volumes of data as high quality, reusable data products for analytics, reporting, and operational use cases. The platform operates across cloud and hybrid environments and supports multiple business domains and use cases at scale. Role Summary As a Software Engineer, you will be a hands on contributor building and enhancing backend services within a microservices based platform. You will work in an agile engineering team alongside senior engineers, architects, and product partners to deliver secure, reliable, and well tested software. This role focuses on technical contribution and engineering excellence, with opportunities to expand ownership over time. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and enhance backend services and REST APIs Deliver features end to end: design, development, testing, and release support Write clean, maintainable, and well tested code Participate actively in code reviews and engineering best practicesContribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows Troubleshoot issues and improve reliability and performance Produce clear technical and operational documentation Must Have Skills Strong hands on experience with Java and Spring Boot Solid software engineering fundamentals (OO design, testing, debugging) Experience working in agile development environments Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Exposure to cloud platforms (GCP preferred; others considered) Basic understanding of Docker and Kubernetes (or strong willingness to learn) Nice to Have Experience with React or front end / backend integration Experience working on enterprise scale platforms Familiarity with non functional requirements such as security, resilience, and observability

A technology consulting company is seeking a Backend Java Developer to build core backend services in a hybrid role based in Birmingham. You will implement policy engines for data governance and work with distributed data platforms. The ideal candidate has strong Java and Spring experience, expertise in SQL parsing, and familiarity with CI/CD processes. This role offers a salary of £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience.

Overview Job Title: IT Data Business Analyst - Investment Management Contract: Fixed Term (initially through year end, with strong likelihood of extension) Role Overview: We are hiring a senior IT Data Business Analyst to support a critical transformation programme within an investment management environment. The role sits at the intersection of business, data, and technology, with responsibility for translating complex business requirements into clear technical specifications. This programme is in its early stages and offers meaningful scope and continuity beyond the initial term. Responsibilities Lead business and technical requirements gathering across data centric workstreams Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications Support the implementation of a new investment management platform and operating model change Work closely with technology teams on data flows, integrations, and data quality Engage senior stakeholders across business and IT to drive delivery Essential Experience Strong Asset / Investment Management domain experience Proven background as a Technical / IT Business Analyst Deep data expertise (data platforms, data modelling, integration) Experience working with enterprise investment data platforms Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply High impact, strategic programme Competitive FTC compensation Strong probability of extension Senior stakeholder exposure in a delivery focused environment

A consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Senior IT Data Business Analyst to support a key transformation programme in investment management. The ideal candidate will lead the gathering of business and technical requirements, translate them into actionable specifications, and work closely with technology teams. Strong asset management experience and data expertise are essential. This role offers high-impact engagements with senior stakeholders and a competitive contract.

Overview Job Title: IT Data Business Analyst - Investment Management Contract: Fixed Term (initially through year end, with strong likelihood of extension) Role Overview: We are hiring a senior IT Data Business Analyst to support a critical transformation programme within an investment management environment. The role sits at the intersection of business, data, and technology, with responsibility for translating complex business requirements into clear technical specifications. This programme is in its early stages and offers meaningful scope and continuity beyond the initial term. Responsibilities Lead business and technical requirements gathering across data centric workstreams Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications Support the implementation of a new investment management platform and operating model change Work closely with technology teams on data flows, integrations, and data quality Engage senior stakeholders across business and IT to drive delivery Essential Experience Strong Asset / Investment Management domain experience Proven background as a Technical / IT Business Analyst Deep data expertise (data platforms, data modelling, integration) Experience working with enterprise investment data platforms Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply High impact, strategic programme Competitive FTC compensation Strong probability of extension Senior stakeholder exposure in a delivery focused environment

A consulting firm in the City of London is looking for a Senior IT Data Business Analyst to support a critical transformation programme in investment management. You will lead business and technical requirements gathering and work closely with technology teams on data flows and integrations. The ideal candidate will have strong domain experience in Asset/Investment Management, a proven background as an IT Business Analyst, and deep data expertise. The role offers competitive compensation and strong likelihood of extension.

Business Analyst - BPMN We are supporting a leading organisation in the investment & financial services domain on a short term project focused on Target Operating Model (TOM) design and process optimisation. This role is ideal for Business Analysts who enjoy deep dive process work, structured thinking, and collaboration with data-driven teams. Engagement: Onsite with travel support provided (hotel, train, per diem) Role Overview You will work closely with business and data stakeholders to map, analyse, and enhance complex operational processes. The role requires someone who is analytical, structured, inquisitive, and confident in running workshops to uncover true "as is" processes and shape meaningful "to be" designs. Key Responsibilities Lead TOM (Target Operating Model) design and detailed end to end business process mapping. Produce BPMN-aligned process flows and swimlane diagramscapturing: Interactions across teams Controls and associated risks Data flows and transformation points Dependencies with technology and supporting systems Facilitate workshops with business and data teams to unpack processes, roles, timings, and gaps. Identify risks (including absence of controls) across mapped processes. Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities. Document Level 1-4 process hierarchies (L1-L4) where required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment. Skills & Experience Required 3-7 years of experience as a Business Analyst (upper junior to mid-senior). Strong hands on experience with process mapping tools (Visio and/or Lucid). Solid understanding of BPMN frameworks. Skilled in designing swimlane diagrams and multi dimensional process maps (process + data + controls + tech). Strong workshop facilitation capability - able to ask the right questions, challenge assumptions, and extract details. Inquisitive, analytical, and confident in breaking down complex processes. Experience identifying operational risks and improvement opportunities. Exposure to data modelling is a plus. Financial services / wealth & asset management experience preferred. Experience with Camunda is desirable. Familiarity with L1-L4 process structure is desirable. Why This Role? High visibility with senior business and data stakeholders Opportunity to influence TOM design and process excellence Fast moving project where your BA skills create immediate impact Travel logistics fully supported (hotel, train, per diem)

A leading consultancy firm seeks a Backend Java Developer in Birmingham to build core backend services for data access governance. The role involves heavy lifting with Java (17/21), Spring, and SQL planning. As part of a hybrid team, you will implement policies and work on high-throughput services. Strong hands-on Java experience, solid understanding of data structures and performance are essential. The salary range is £50,000 - £65,000, depending on experience, with a focus on robustness and observability.

Backend Java Developer Location: Birmingham (Hybrid) Employment: Fixed Term Contract Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 base (dependent on experience) If your idea of backend engineering is more than CRUD APIs and microservices boilerplate - this role is for you. We're building the core backend services of a Data Fabric platform that governs data access, entitlements, and query policy enforcement across distributed enterprise data systems. This is platform engineering: deterministic rule engines, SQL planning/interception, and high-throughput services that sit on the critical path of data access. This is deep backend + data infrastructure work. What You'll Do Build core backend services in Java (17/21) for access control and query manipulation Implement deterministic policy / rule engines for data governance Work on SQL parsing, planning, validation, and transformation (e.g., Calcite or similar planners) Integrate with distributed data platforms / query engines (e.g., Starburst or similar) Own API contracts with living documentation in CI/CD Build production-grade, testable pipelines Drive observability, reliability, and performance Contribute to architecture decisions (modularity, DI, extensibility) What You Bring (Must-Have) Strong hands-on experience in Java (17/21) + Spring Deep understanding of JDBC, SQL parsing/validation, query planning/optimization Experience with SQL planners or query transformation layers Strong grounding in data structures, algorithms, and backend performance Production-grade testing using JUnit 5, Mockito Experience with clean architecture, DI, modular design Comfortable owning CI/CD, code quality, observability Familiarity with Docker, Maven, Jenkins Nice to Have Apache Calcite Starburst or federated query engines JVM performance tuning High-throughput service interfaces (REST/gRPC) Data governance or policy enforcement layers This Role Is Ideal If You've Worked On Data platforms, governance layers, query engines, or SQL planners Backend/platform services that sit in the critical path of data access Systems where correctness, determinism, and performance matter