Vallum Associates Limited

The Role: Java Architect GCP & Kubernetes Location: Sheffield, UK Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Remote work option Available: Hybrid(2 Days onsite in a week) Job Description: Key Responsibilities: Analyze existing on-premises application architecture and identify migration requirements. Design scalable, reliable, and secure cloud-based architecture on GCP utilizing Kubernetes for container orchestration. Develop detailed technical architecture and migration roadmaps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, DevOps, security, and infrastructure. Lead the implementation of migration strategies, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity. Define best practices for cloud-native application development and deployment. Optimize application performance, security, and cost-efficiency in the cloud environment. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to development teams. Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Java architect with extensive experience in designing large-scale enterprise applications. In-depth knowledge of GCP services, such as Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, etc. Strong expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration. Experience in migrating applications from on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments. Solid understanding of microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. Familiarity with security best practices in cloud environments. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Relevant certifications (e.g., GCP Professional Cloud Architect, Kubernetes certifications) are a plus. Preferred Skills: Experience with other cloud providers (AWS, Azure). Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Cloud Deployment Manager. Prior experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Stackdriver. JBRP1_UKTJ

Your responsibilities: Define and maintain a scalable, future-ready ServiceNow architecture for global environments. Lead architecture/design workshops, gap analysis, and provide technical governance. Drive implementation of ServiceNow modules across ITSM Pro, ITOM, ITAM, HRSD, IRM, and Financial Planning. Integrate ServiceNow with Active Directory, observability tools, and other enterprise systems. Establish and enforce platform governance, design standards, and release management processes. Ensure compliance with GDPR, cybersecurity policies, and audit requirements. Drive innovation through AI, predictive intelligence, automation, and low-code/no-code capabilities. Support Lighthouse implementations as scalable models for global rollouts. Collaborate with SIAM, OCM, and IT business units to drive adoption and maturity uplift. Lead design authority forums; mentor developers and administrators. Provide hypercare support, knowledge transfer, and user training during implementations JBRP1_UKTJ

Answering Tier 1 Licensing Knowledge queries (Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, RedHat and SUSE) Producing ELPs regularly to maximise ROI and drive cost optimisation Leading vendor audits and representing the organisation in a professional manner Analysing and understanding usage for key Engineering applications (Siemens, Dassault and Mathworks) Ensuring software license entitlement information is loaded accurately and clauses are fully understood Working with Snow Atlas and Snow for Engineering daily Responsible for operating and maintaining SAM policies, process and standards Attending and representing SAM at various governance forums Reviewing complex licensing terms and contracts Contributing to an ongoing reduction of risk through reducing renewal costs, identifying cost saving opportunities and providing an insight into license utilisation and spend JBRP1_UKTJ

DevOps Engineer - Trading An exciting opportunity exists for a x2 DevOps Engineer's at a leading Trading company. Our client is currently working on a number of changes around their Data platforms and programmes. Location: WFH/ LondonDuration: 6 months rollingDaily Rate: Negotiable OUTSIDE IR35 Your Role:As the DevOps Engineer you'll be part of an Agile Squad, collaborating with the development team t...... click apply for full job details