Digital Research Infrastructure Engineer - Linux Specialist
PML operations grade 4 £30000 - £45000 DOE
Full Time
Open Ended Appointment
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity at PML for an individual with skills in Linux system administration to join the PML’s Digital Innovation and Marine Autonomy (DIMA) group. The role provides a business critical link between scientists, PML Applications (commercial work) and our IT Group to support the Linux computing infrastructure as it continues to evolve, underpinning PML science in multiple areas and across all levels. This ranges from data generation, (storage technologies and data management), processing and analysis (high performance computing and technologies such as JupyterHub), to making visual outputs for end users (web technologies and virtualisation) to increase the reach and impact of PML science.
About You
You will enjoy working with others to help deliver a modern and reliable digital infrastructure to underpin the world leading research carried out at PML. You will understand the importance of stability from existing infrastructure but will also be keen to learn and try new technologies. You will have experience of administering Linux systems, ideally using Ubuntu, and will be able to make use of scripts and common tools such as ansible to manage this. You will understand the importance of taking a proactive approach to identify and resolve and problems and will be able to make use of monitoring software (e.g., Nagios, Grafana) to accomplish this. You will understand best practices in cybersecurity and be able to apply these.
Skills Required
Linux systems administration and monitoring
Linux scripting (e.g., bash and Python)
Experience in management of data at the Terrabyte to Petabyte scale and storage technologies such as NFS and S3.
Cybersecurity (Understand and apply best practices)
Container technologies (Docker and Kubernetes)
High performance Computing (Slurm)
Virtualisation (VMWare)
Key Deliverables
Maintain our storage infrastructure to ensure data is distributed across servers based on existing capacity and projected changes in data volumes. This includes regular data moves and liaising with stakeholders to ensure data is backed up and archiving projects are completes as needed.
Monitor high performance computing infrastructure to identify and resolve problems either on their own or by working with IT (depending on the nature of the problem).
Act of a point of contact between scientists and IT to answer questions, help identify solutions and provide training.
Work with the data architect to maintain and develop web infrastructure used to provide existing and planned data search and visualisation services.
Manage the NEODAAS GPU cluster (MAGEO), including liaising with IT, vendors and system users.
About PML
As a marine-focused charity we develop and apply innovative science with a view to ensuring ocean sustainability. With over 40 years of experience, we offer evidence-based solutions to societal challenges. Our impact spans from research publications to informing policies and training future scientists. The science undertaken at PML contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals by promoting healthy, productive and resilient oceans and seas.
To support PML’s science it operates in house Linux infrastructure used for processing satellite data, running models and making outputs accessible through web visualisation tools. This infrastructure includes a large amount of storage (6 PB), a High-Performance Computing cluster with over 1500 cores, a 40 GPU cluster (the MAssive GPU cluster for Earth Observation; MAGEO) and a virtual machine cluster. The role will be part of the Digital Innovation and Marine Autonomy (DIMA) group within PML. DIMA is a pioneering digital science group dedicated to advancing PML’s world-class and cutting-edge environmental research through the utilisation of state-of-the-art digital and autonomous technologies. The team comprises research software engineers, research infrastructure engineers, marine technologists and scientists who work on a variety of projects using autonomous vessels, satellite data, drones, Artificial Intelligence, High Performance Computing and data visualisation tools to help deliver PML’s goals. The team have an enthusiasm for solving problems through collaboration and shared learning.
Apr 11, 2024
Full time
Digital Research Infrastructure Engineer - Linux Specialist
PML operations grade 4 £30000 - £45000 DOE
Full Time
Open Ended Appointment
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity at PML for an individual with skills in Linux system administration to join the PML’s Digital Innovation and Marine Autonomy (DIMA) group. The role provides a business critical link between scientists, PML Applications (commercial work) and our IT Group to support the Linux computing infrastructure as it continues to evolve, underpinning PML science in multiple areas and across all levels. This ranges from data generation, (storage technologies and data management), processing and analysis (high performance computing and technologies such as JupyterHub), to making visual outputs for end users (web technologies and virtualisation) to increase the reach and impact of PML science.
About You
You will enjoy working with others to help deliver a modern and reliable digital infrastructure to underpin the world leading research carried out at PML. You will understand the importance of stability from existing infrastructure but will also be keen to learn and try new technologies. You will have experience of administering Linux systems, ideally using Ubuntu, and will be able to make use of scripts and common tools such as ansible to manage this. You will understand the importance of taking a proactive approach to identify and resolve and problems and will be able to make use of monitoring software (e.g., Nagios, Grafana) to accomplish this. You will understand best practices in cybersecurity and be able to apply these.
Skills Required
Linux systems administration and monitoring
Linux scripting (e.g., bash and Python)
Experience in management of data at the Terrabyte to Petabyte scale and storage technologies such as NFS and S3.
Cybersecurity (Understand and apply best practices)
Container technologies (Docker and Kubernetes)
High performance Computing (Slurm)
Virtualisation (VMWare)
Key Deliverables
Maintain our storage infrastructure to ensure data is distributed across servers based on existing capacity and projected changes in data volumes. This includes regular data moves and liaising with stakeholders to ensure data is backed up and archiving projects are completes as needed.
Monitor high performance computing infrastructure to identify and resolve problems either on their own or by working with IT (depending on the nature of the problem).
Act of a point of contact between scientists and IT to answer questions, help identify solutions and provide training.
Work with the data architect to maintain and develop web infrastructure used to provide existing and planned data search and visualisation services.
Manage the NEODAAS GPU cluster (MAGEO), including liaising with IT, vendors and system users.
About PML
As a marine-focused charity we develop and apply innovative science with a view to ensuring ocean sustainability. With over 40 years of experience, we offer evidence-based solutions to societal challenges. Our impact spans from research publications to informing policies and training future scientists. The science undertaken at PML contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals by promoting healthy, productive and resilient oceans and seas.
To support PML’s science it operates in house Linux infrastructure used for processing satellite data, running models and making outputs accessible through web visualisation tools. This infrastructure includes a large amount of storage (6 PB), a High-Performance Computing cluster with over 1500 cores, a 40 GPU cluster (the MAssive GPU cluster for Earth Observation; MAGEO) and a virtual machine cluster. The role will be part of the Digital Innovation and Marine Autonomy (DIMA) group within PML. DIMA is a pioneering digital science group dedicated to advancing PML’s world-class and cutting-edge environmental research through the utilisation of state-of-the-art digital and autonomous technologies. The team comprises research software engineers, research infrastructure engineers, marine technologists and scientists who work on a variety of projects using autonomous vessels, satellite data, drones, Artificial Intelligence, High Performance Computing and data visualisation tools to help deliver PML’s goals. The team have an enthusiasm for solving problems through collaboration and shared learning.
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Balloch, West Dunbartonshire
ICT Infrastructure Engineer (M365)
Salary : £33,622 - £40,473 per annum
Contract: Permanent - Full Time, we are happy to talk part-time and flexible working
Location: Balloch – with hybrid working model in place
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes in the world?
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park covers over 720 square miles of Scotland’s finest countryside which welcomes over 4 million visitors each year. From the stunning sea lochs and rugged coastline through the majestic glens and breath-taking Loch, Scotland’s first National Park truly is a magical place to live or visit and an incredible place to work.
The role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join our small, dedicated team providing ICT support services for Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast paced and high performing organisation at a truly exciting time for the Information Services team as we expand our use of Microsoft 365, look towards full Cloud adoption and being planning on our new Digital Strategy.
An experienced professional, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you will have a proven track record in supporting, developing, and securing M365, Azure and Cloud based platforms, from user and app management to compliance and governance aspects as well as on site infrastructure (such as networking equipment, Microsoft Server, and VMware virtual environments)
As someone who has a background in both Microsoft 365 and Azure and on-premise technologies, you will understand how to organise and prioritise a varied workload to meet deadlines all while being confident, credible, proactive, and creative when driving quality improvement and good practice.
Responsibilities:
Provide administration and support of secure and efficient IT, telephony, data, and intranet systems, which support the business needs of the organisation, including M365, server 2016-19, networking, ICT Helpdesk (end-user support), cyber security, ongoing maintenance, system development and business continuity.
Lead the planning, implementation, administration, and development of the organisations M365 tenancy and applications.
Support the development & implementation of new technologies by advising on design concepts & changes, implementation strategies & deployment timelines.
Contribute with modern thinking regarding Infrastructure technologies to assist in the digitalization of the business.
Undertake defined support activities including performing Scheduled Maintenance (controlled upgrades and fixes), testing, problem diagnosis and Root-cause Analysis, resolving subsequent issues within agreed parameters.
Provide advice and information on matters relating to Information Services systems and software, and ICT\GIS team service delivery, and support the effective monitoring of all such systems and services.
Contribute to developing and supporting awareness initiatives, including training and the production of user guides, to promote more effective, efficient, and sustainable use of the organisation’s Information Services resources.
Assist with the provision of effective Information Services administration by maintaining key documents and records such as Asset Registers, Network Diagrams, Technical procedures, and configuration documents.
Document technical procedures and routines and assist in the production and publication of all Information Services service standards and make recommendations for policy or action.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
Demonstrable relevant experience of working in a similar role
Experience of developing and supporting M365, including Azure AD, Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, Autopilot and O365 Apps
Experience of developing and supporting M365 Power Platform services, such as Power BI and Power Automate.
Demonstrable technical ability
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to adapt and to learn new skills and technologies
A recognised computing or other relevant qualification at Degree level or equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
Experience of Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a service
Strong knowledge of security solutions including firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection, network monitoring and MDM systems
Strong knowledge and understanding of M365
Strong knowledge and understanding of Active Directory and Group policy
Relevant Microsoft Qualifications
Who we are and our values:
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Closing date: 3 January 2024.
Interview dates are set for: w/c 15 January 2024.
Dec 07, 2023
Full time
ICT Infrastructure Engineer (M365)
Salary : £33,622 - £40,473 per annum
Contract: Permanent - Full Time, we are happy to talk part-time and flexible working
Location: Balloch – with hybrid working model in place
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes in the world?
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park covers over 720 square miles of Scotland’s finest countryside which welcomes over 4 million visitors each year. From the stunning sea lochs and rugged coastline through the majestic glens and breath-taking Loch, Scotland’s first National Park truly is a magical place to live or visit and an incredible place to work.
The role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join our small, dedicated team providing ICT support services for Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast paced and high performing organisation at a truly exciting time for the Information Services team as we expand our use of Microsoft 365, look towards full Cloud adoption and being planning on our new Digital Strategy.
An experienced professional, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you will have a proven track record in supporting, developing, and securing M365, Azure and Cloud based platforms, from user and app management to compliance and governance aspects as well as on site infrastructure (such as networking equipment, Microsoft Server, and VMware virtual environments)
As someone who has a background in both Microsoft 365 and Azure and on-premise technologies, you will understand how to organise and prioritise a varied workload to meet deadlines all while being confident, credible, proactive, and creative when driving quality improvement and good practice.
Responsibilities:
Provide administration and support of secure and efficient IT, telephony, data, and intranet systems, which support the business needs of the organisation, including M365, server 2016-19, networking, ICT Helpdesk (end-user support), cyber security, ongoing maintenance, system development and business continuity.
Lead the planning, implementation, administration, and development of the organisations M365 tenancy and applications.
Support the development & implementation of new technologies by advising on design concepts & changes, implementation strategies & deployment timelines.
Contribute with modern thinking regarding Infrastructure technologies to assist in the digitalization of the business.
Undertake defined support activities including performing Scheduled Maintenance (controlled upgrades and fixes), testing, problem diagnosis and Root-cause Analysis, resolving subsequent issues within agreed parameters.
Provide advice and information on matters relating to Information Services systems and software, and ICT\GIS team service delivery, and support the effective monitoring of all such systems and services.
Contribute to developing and supporting awareness initiatives, including training and the production of user guides, to promote more effective, efficient, and sustainable use of the organisation’s Information Services resources.
Assist with the provision of effective Information Services administration by maintaining key documents and records such as Asset Registers, Network Diagrams, Technical procedures, and configuration documents.
Document technical procedures and routines and assist in the production and publication of all Information Services service standards and make recommendations for policy or action.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
Demonstrable relevant experience of working in a similar role
Experience of developing and supporting M365, including Azure AD, Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, Autopilot and O365 Apps
Experience of developing and supporting M365 Power Platform services, such as Power BI and Power Automate.
Demonstrable technical ability
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to adapt and to learn new skills and technologies
A recognised computing or other relevant qualification at Degree level or equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
Experience of Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a service
Strong knowledge of security solutions including firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection, network monitoring and MDM systems
Strong knowledge and understanding of M365
Strong knowledge and understanding of Active Directory and Group policy
Relevant Microsoft Qualifications
Who we are and our values:
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Closing date: 3 January 2024.
Interview dates are set for: w/c 15 January 2024.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about protecting Cyber Security?
Do you want to make a real difference in the fight against cybercrime in local government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
If so, we want you to join our team!
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Security & Networks Manager to join our team. Stevenage Borough Council are a leading local authority in Cyber Security in the UK and pilot cyber security standards for The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC). This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Cyber Security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and associated technology risk management. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of IT professionals.
Accountable for Cyber security, you will identify and ensure the security of the council’s IT Applications and Digital Solutions. You will lead in evaluating new and existing projects, software and hardware products, and vendors, including examining vendor contracts and terms of service. You will support teams across the council to develop their understanding of security cyber risks. You will manage a small team of two Senior Network and Security Engineers
You will take the lead on cyber security and network for the Shared IT service, which supports over 1,000 users across Stevenage Borough Council and East Herts District Council and will put in place controls over security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
You will be responsible for achieving compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Public Sector Network (PSN) and related government frameworks, including those of the National Cyber Security Centre, the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations while empathising with customers and responding sympathetically to
Extensive knowledge of all IT security aspects, including audit response, oversight, and scrutiny, ICO responses, Information Governance, Information Assurance, IT Asset Management policies, Quality Assurance, Test Strategies, PSN and PCI and other relevant compliance frameworks, Disaster recovery and Business continuity
Extensive experience working as part of a multidiscipline ICT team in a complex organisation, ideally a local authority.
OUR BENEFITS
Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pensions for dependants
Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements
Part-time and job share opportunities - all our full time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated
A variety of different types of paid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues
Discounted health and fitness membership
Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please visit https://bit.ly/45Yo0Ke
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name Matt Canterford
Job Title Assistant Director and Chief Technology Officer
Phone Number 07706 349657
Email matt.canterford@stevenage.gov.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications : 26 June 2023
Interviews will be held the week commencing: 3 July 2023
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs-and-careers/equal-opportunities
Jun 05, 2023
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about protecting Cyber Security?
Do you want to make a real difference in the fight against cybercrime in local government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
If so, we want you to join our team!
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Security & Networks Manager to join our team. Stevenage Borough Council are a leading local authority in Cyber Security in the UK and pilot cyber security standards for The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC). This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of Cyber Security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and associated technology risk management. They will also have experience in managing and leading a team of IT professionals.
Accountable for Cyber security, you will identify and ensure the security of the council’s IT Applications and Digital Solutions. You will lead in evaluating new and existing projects, software and hardware products, and vendors, including examining vendor contracts and terms of service. You will support teams across the council to develop their understanding of security cyber risks. You will manage a small team of two Senior Network and Security Engineers
You will take the lead on cyber security and network for the Shared IT service, which supports over 1,000 users across Stevenage Borough Council and East Herts District Council and will put in place controls over security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
You will be responsible for achieving compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and Public Sector Network (PSN) and related government frameworks, including those of the National Cyber Security Centre, the Information Commissioners Office (ICO)
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations while empathising with customers and responding sympathetically to
Extensive knowledge of all IT security aspects, including audit response, oversight, and scrutiny, ICO responses, Information Governance, Information Assurance, IT Asset Management policies, Quality Assurance, Test Strategies, PSN and PCI and other relevant compliance frameworks, Disaster recovery and Business continuity
Extensive experience working as part of a multidiscipline ICT team in a complex organisation, ideally a local authority.
OUR BENEFITS
Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pensions for dependants
Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements
Part-time and job share opportunities - all our full time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated
A variety of different types of paid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave
25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues
Discounted health and fitness membership
Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please visit https://bit.ly/45Yo0Ke
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name Matt Canterford
Job Title Assistant Director and Chief Technology Officer
Phone Number 07706 349657
Email matt.canterford@stevenage.gov.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications : 26 June 2023
Interviews will be held the week commencing: 3 July 2023
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs-and-careers/equal-opportunities
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Sep 15, 2022
Full time
ERP Support Desk Analyst
Based in our Skipton, UK office
Are you looking for your next opportunity in an ERP role? Do you already have skills in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
MBP Solutions is experiencing a period of exciting growth, and we’re moving our ERP system to Business Central. This has created an opportunity for an ERP Administrator, ideally with Business Central experience, to work on our digitisation projects and provide helpdesk support for our growing international business. This role will provide 1st and 2nd line support to the business, as well as working closely with our gold partners to manage any escalated 3rd line support tickets and follow these through to completion. Ideally you will have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and/or previous Navision versions. Change management is a key aspect of the role, and the successful candidate will work with the business and process owners to define requirements, functional test and assist with any acceptance testing. Business Central is our core business system, and this role will be involved with a range of integration projects with third party applications as well as workflow/process development.
About us
At MBP Solutions, we believe passionately in the importance and benefit of being a ‘purpose-driven enterprise’. Having a strong and clear sense of purpose, setting out where we want to get to in the
future and explaining what we value most in terms of how we all want to work together is an essential part of our growth plan.
Founded in 1999, we specialise in adding value to biological by-products through our unique know-how regarding product applications, sustainability, sales and marketing, legal compliance and supply chain management. With a focus on the utilisation of the resources in biological by-products, MBP Solutions has developed a unique concept called OMBP (Outsourced Management of By-Products) 360ᵒ solutions
where by-products and wastes from more than 40 different factories in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa are managed in a sustainable
We have in place a set of strong and very simple messages that are built on everything that MBP Solutions has done to date. These statements are a reference point and reminder for all of us in MBP Solutions about how we want to work together, where we are heading and how we will get there:
We work together for a more sustainable world by helping industries reduce their impact on the
We turn one industry’s by-product into another industry’s raw material by partnering with them
to optimise resource use and generate added value.
We are global experts in by-products and their application, including supply chain management, international sales and marketing, legal compliance and
We want to be globally recognised as the go-to partner for industries who want to handle by-products in a sustainable and responsible way.
As employers, we work in a truly multi-national way, local to our customers but as a team across all the countries in which we operate. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, we offer a collaborative, friendly and smart-working culture with a focus on innovation and delivering real value for our customers.
Your main tasks will be:
Business Central/Continia/Jet helpdesk function – dealing with internal queries relating to system use and potential bugs, escalating to gold partners when needed.
Working with the business to create functional requirements and user
Functional testing of enhancements completed by gold
Ensure that data owners are following best practice with regular reporting to highlight
Manage our master data and deal with requests for changes
Create training documents for administrative processes and system
Complete the onboarding/offboarding and training of new
Manage and maintain security roles and
Ensure preparedness for Microsoft updates, evaluate how this may affect MBP and provide a summary of key points and actions. Take actions as direction and prepare communications to wider company on changes or updates.
Review and analyse the current state of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging existing
Write news articles relating to Business Central and be the champion of the product.
We are looking for someone with the following essential experience or qualifications (please only apply if you can demonstrate your experience, by providing on the job or education examples):
A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant IT
As a minimum, two years of experience configuring, maintaining, documenting and supporting a company’s ERP, with a preference for working experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Dynamics NAV. Knowledge of other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle will also be
General understanding of accounting and operations processes with logistics and sales process experience an
Knowledge of data management such as importing from spreadsheets and using data
Understanding of relational databases.
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills including SharePoint, Power Automate
Experience using Continia Document Capture and Jet Analytics (preferred, not required).
Experience of building relationships across all levels and areas of the business along with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Written and verbal English language skills at business
Essential demonstrable Skills/Profile we are looking for:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Ability to work well on own initiative, presenting ideas
Strong analytical skills
Structured, methodical and well-organised
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
Enthusiasm and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to all tasks
Team player who contributes to our collaborative culture
High attention to detail with evidenced problem-solving skills
A positive approach to change
Why work for us?
Sustainability has been part of our ideological backbone since the beginning, as our organisation captures and delivers value in economic, environmental and social terms.
Our business brings to life the concepts of industrial ecology and circular economy by materialising the idea that the co-stream of one industry can be used as a key resource by another.
Our technical expertise, market knowledge and legal understanding help to promote the optimal and efficient use of natural resources, reduce waste and toxic emissions, reduce operating costs and generate new revenue. As a result, we improve the environmental, economic and social performance of our suppliers and customers, with whom we work together to enable the recycling and recovery of residual resources. MBP has several sustainability and quality certifications and works actively with LEAN.
We offer:
A competitive salary
Working for an international company dedicated to sustainability, the environment and natural resources
Free parking
Our UK office is based on the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton, where you are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales
A friendly, professional and nurturing culture, dedicated to engagement and retention
Flexibility with hybrid working (up to 3 days a week from home) after a suitable period of review
Training opportunities with a focus on professional development
Occasional international travel to other MBP offices (role dependent)
For more information about MBP or the position, please visit www.mbpsolutions.com
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Growing events platform is seeking an experienced web developer to join a London-based team. Our mission is to grow and develop a web-based family events platform and ticketing service.
Hybrid work arrangements are offered between our North London office and work from home. Visa sponsorship can be offered.
Required Experience:
5+ years software development experience
Comfortable with custom-coding a variety of web applications
Knowledge and experience of all stages of web development from ideation to deployment
Accustomed to creating testing systems and quality checks
Good communication skills and able to work in a team
Fluent level of English language is necessary
Good Use of:
Backend: PHP, MySQL, MVC, JavaScript
Frontend: Vue or React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery
Database: MySQL
Other: GIT
Optional: experience with Docker, GCP, AWS, Python, React Native, Scrum (or other agile methodologies), TDD/BDD would be a bonus
Key Responsibilities:
Ensuring the smooth running of the events platform
Optimizing for fast page-loading speeds and reliable performance
Planning and architecting the development of a number of new features
Delivering projects to agreed deadlines, in good quality
Creating tests and testing code of new features
Problem-solving any issues with the site, including diagnosing and correcting any bugs
You would be working under a Team Lead in a small team of web developers, and a designer. The right candidate should be based in/around London, UK and able to commute to North London for office-based work two days a week.
Sep 03, 2022
Full time
Growing events platform is seeking an experienced web developer to join a London-based team. Our mission is to grow and develop a web-based family events platform and ticketing service.
Hybrid work arrangements are offered between our North London office and work from home. Visa sponsorship can be offered.
Required Experience:
5+ years software development experience
Comfortable with custom-coding a variety of web applications
Knowledge and experience of all stages of web development from ideation to deployment
Accustomed to creating testing systems and quality checks
Good communication skills and able to work in a team
Fluent level of English language is necessary
Good Use of:
Backend: PHP, MySQL, MVC, JavaScript
Frontend: Vue or React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery
Database: MySQL
Other: GIT
Optional: experience with Docker, GCP, AWS, Python, React Native, Scrum (or other agile methodologies), TDD/BDD would be a bonus
Key Responsibilities:
Ensuring the smooth running of the events platform
Optimizing for fast page-loading speeds and reliable performance
Planning and architecting the development of a number of new features
Delivering projects to agreed deadlines, in good quality
Creating tests and testing code of new features
Problem-solving any issues with the site, including diagnosing and correcting any bugs
You would be working under a Team Lead in a small team of web developers, and a designer. The right candidate should be based in/around London, UK and able to commute to North London for office-based work two days a week.
About HRS HRS is Oracle’s largest hospitality partner worldwide, providing coverage in 90 countries to more than 10,000 customers. Recognised as an official Oracle Hospitality Partner, HRS offers a wide range of innovative solutions to its customers including Property Management, POS, Spa & Guest Activities, Mobile Applications, and more.
About the role You will join our growing global service delivery team implementing and offering support on the HRS-wide portfolio of products to hospitality-related companies across UK & Ireland. Implementing and providing support on the Oracle Food & Beverage suite of products as well as HRS’s products. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, customer oriented, passionate about digital transformation within the hospitality industry through innovative technologies and software.
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of experience in the support or installation & configuration of Oracle POS products, together with the associated customer training.
Hospitality/Food & Beverage operations background an advantage.
Experience in working with competitive hospitality products including POS, PMS and Spa systems.
Familiar with Windows operating systems & POS hardware.
Familiar with Oracle PL/SQL. Professional certification is preferable.
Good interpersonal skills with both customers and cross-functional teams.
Possess a valid passport and be available to travel extensively and for extended periods of time.
What you will be doing
Responsible for implementation & support of solutions for hotels, restaurants, spas and fitness clubs across the region.
Conduct user training.
Handle customer cases, triage the inbound case load and reviewing the existing owned and escalated cases.
Ensure familiarity with new product releases as they become available.
Liaise with subject matter experts on client requests for enhancements and development.
Work with the support/implementation teams to ensure service level requirements are exceeded.
Perform other duties as requested or as deemed appropriate by management.
Language requirements:
Native or proficient in English, both written and spoken
What we offer you
Opportunity to grow inside the global organization.
Motivating remuneration package.
Competitive annual bonus scheme.
Remote/flexible working.
Aug 17, 2022
Full time
About HRS HRS is Oracle’s largest hospitality partner worldwide, providing coverage in 90 countries to more than 10,000 customers. Recognised as an official Oracle Hospitality Partner, HRS offers a wide range of innovative solutions to its customers including Property Management, POS, Spa & Guest Activities, Mobile Applications, and more.
About the role You will join our growing global service delivery team implementing and offering support on the HRS-wide portfolio of products to hospitality-related companies across UK & Ireland. Implementing and providing support on the Oracle Food & Beverage suite of products as well as HRS’s products. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, customer oriented, passionate about digital transformation within the hospitality industry through innovative technologies and software.
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of experience in the support or installation & configuration of Oracle POS products, together with the associated customer training.
Hospitality/Food & Beverage operations background an advantage.
Experience in working with competitive hospitality products including POS, PMS and Spa systems.
Familiar with Windows operating systems & POS hardware.
Familiar with Oracle PL/SQL. Professional certification is preferable.
Good interpersonal skills with both customers and cross-functional teams.
Possess a valid passport and be available to travel extensively and for extended periods of time.
What you will be doing
Responsible for implementation & support of solutions for hotels, restaurants, spas and fitness clubs across the region.
Conduct user training.
Handle customer cases, triage the inbound case load and reviewing the existing owned and escalated cases.
Ensure familiarity with new product releases as they become available.
Liaise with subject matter experts on client requests for enhancements and development.
Work with the support/implementation teams to ensure service level requirements are exceeded.
Perform other duties as requested or as deemed appropriate by management.
Language requirements:
Native or proficient in English, both written and spoken
What we offer you
Opportunity to grow inside the global organization.
Motivating remuneration package.
Competitive annual bonus scheme.
Remote/flexible working.
Description
We are looking for a Data Engineer to help us build and maintain scalable and resilient pipelines that will ingest, process, and deliver the data needed for predictive and descriptive analytics. These data pipelines will further connect to machine learning pipelines to facilitate automatic retraining of our models.
We are a diverse group of data scientists, data engineers, software engineers, machine learning engineers from over 30 different countries. We are smart and fast moving, operating in small teams, with freedom for independent work and fast decision making.
To empower scientists and radically improve how science is published, evaluated and disseminated to researchers, innovators and the public, we have built our own state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence Review Assistant (AIRA), backed by cutting-edge machine learning algorithms.
Key Responsibilities
Work in a team of machine learning engineers responsible for the productization of prototypes developed by data scientists.
Collaborate with data scientists, machine learning engineers, and other data engineers to design scalable, reliable, and maintainable ETL processes that ensure data scientists and automated ML processes have the necessary data available
Research and adopt the best DataOps & MLOps standards to design and develop scalable end-to-end data pipelines.
Identify opportunities for data process automation.
Establish and enforce best practices (e.g. in development, quality assurance, optimization, release, and monitoring).
Requirements
Degree in Computer Science or similar
Proven experience as a Data Engineer
Proficiency in Python
Experience with a Cloud Platform (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP)
Experience with a workflow engine (e.g. Data Factory, Airflow)
Experience with SQL and NoSQL (e.g. MongoDB) databases
Experience with Hadoop & Spark
Great communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Nice To Have
Understanding of supervised and unsupervised machine learning algorithms
Stream-processing frameworks (e.g. Kafka)
Benefits
Competitive salary.
Participation in Frontiers annual bonus scheme
25 leave days + 4 well-being days (pro rata and expiring each year on 31st of December)
Great work-life balance.
Opportunity to work remotely
Fresh fruit, snacks and coffee.
English classes.
Team building/sport activities and monthly social events.
Lots of opportunities to work with exciting technologies and solve challenging problems
Who we are
Frontiers is an award-winning open science platform and leading open access scholarly publisher. We are one of the largest and most cited publishers globally. Our journals span science, health, humanities and social sciences, engineering, and sustainability and we continue to expand into new academic disciplines so more researchers can publish open access.
Dec 23, 2021
Full time
Description
We are looking for a Data Engineer to help us build and maintain scalable and resilient pipelines that will ingest, process, and deliver the data needed for predictive and descriptive analytics. These data pipelines will further connect to machine learning pipelines to facilitate automatic retraining of our models.
We are a diverse group of data scientists, data engineers, software engineers, machine learning engineers from over 30 different countries. We are smart and fast moving, operating in small teams, with freedom for independent work and fast decision making.
To empower scientists and radically improve how science is published, evaluated and disseminated to researchers, innovators and the public, we have built our own state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence Review Assistant (AIRA), backed by cutting-edge machine learning algorithms.
Key Responsibilities
Work in a team of machine learning engineers responsible for the productization of prototypes developed by data scientists.
Collaborate with data scientists, machine learning engineers, and other data engineers to design scalable, reliable, and maintainable ETL processes that ensure data scientists and automated ML processes have the necessary data available
Research and adopt the best DataOps & MLOps standards to design and develop scalable end-to-end data pipelines.
Identify opportunities for data process automation.
Establish and enforce best practices (e.g. in development, quality assurance, optimization, release, and monitoring).
Requirements
Degree in Computer Science or similar
Proven experience as a Data Engineer
Proficiency in Python
Experience with a Cloud Platform (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP)
Experience with a workflow engine (e.g. Data Factory, Airflow)
Experience with SQL and NoSQL (e.g. MongoDB) databases
Experience with Hadoop & Spark
Great communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Nice To Have
Understanding of supervised and unsupervised machine learning algorithms
Stream-processing frameworks (e.g. Kafka)
Benefits
Competitive salary.
Participation in Frontiers annual bonus scheme
25 leave days + 4 well-being days (pro rata and expiring each year on 31st of December)
Great work-life balance.
Opportunity to work remotely
Fresh fruit, snacks and coffee.
English classes.
Team building/sport activities and monthly social events.
Lots of opportunities to work with exciting technologies and solve challenging problems
Who we are
Frontiers is an award-winning open science platform and leading open access scholarly publisher. We are one of the largest and most cited publishers globally. Our journals span science, health, humanities and social sciences, engineering, and sustainability and we continue to expand into new academic disciplines so more researchers can publish open access.
A new opportunity has risen for a Data and Insights Manager to join our D2C team. The Data and Insights team is a small but dynamic and experienced group of SMEs who work across Google Analytics, Bloomreach CDP and BI/data engineering. The team is the first port of call for insights from our customer-centric marketing, product, PR, content and strategy teams, as well as working on projects and initiatives to allow the business to harness the power of our data. The team are continually working to understand our customers better through meticulous tracking and analysis. We're passionate about delivering an increasingly personalised and segmented approach to every customer touchpoint to empower our customers to reach their financial goals. Plus, we know the best decisions are data-driven - so we give our senior management team the best business intelligence data at their fingertips. We're looking for an experienced, driven and hands-on manager for the team, who can support the individual specialists deliver their ambitious roadmap. What does the job involve? The key responsibilities of the role are as follows: Management of a growing and high performing team (currently 5 members ranging from junior analyst to experienced specialists). Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning to drive professional growth and development within the team. You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day work of the team, working with the team to triage incoming requests, gather requirements for data tasks (whether that be dashboards, new functionality, analysis pieces or tracking requests) and manage the team's backlog on JIRA. You'll take on running sprint planning meetings and daily stand ups with team, identifying blockers and addressing where necessary. You'll ensure the team's work is of the highest standard by QAing before delivery to the business. Act as the interface between data and marketing, product and other D2C teams to enable them to make the best use of our data and insights. You'll oversee projects being run out of the data team, as well as working with stakeholders across the business when there's a cross-functional project requiring data input (that's most of them!). Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to data privacy, security, and confidentiality. You'll ensure the team have effective controls in place, monitor any risks to the team and own the rectification of any data incidents. You'll support the individual specialists in defining and executing their roadmaps across Google, Bloomreach and Snowflake. Support Senior BI developer by overseeing the collection and integration of data from internal and external sources. Implement robust data pipelines and ETL processes to streamline data ingestion and transformation. Competence, Knowledge & Skills: Proven experience in a data management or analytics role within the financial services industry Proven understanding of GDPR, preferably in financial services Knowledge of Google Analytics, Database architecture (cloud) and CPDs Management experience with track record of building effective and happy teams. Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, or SAS. Experience with data visualization tools, particularly Power BI Outstanding stakeholder management skills Excellent prioritisation skills, including effective communication of priorities Experience in analysis and development within a BI environment Agile/scrum experience would be a benefit Highly effective communication skills and comfortable working with both technical and non-technical teams Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and generate actionable insights. Flexible approach to work and adaptable to changing environment Embraces continuous learning JIRA and Confluence experience would be an advantage AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers, to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 503,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £80.3 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1300 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years. What we offer: Salary of £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience Generous holiday allowance increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Hybrid working policy Casual dress code Discretionary bonus Contributory pension scheme Healthcare Cash Plan Buy as you earn share scheme Free annual share scheme Paid study support for qualifications Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one Bike loan Season ticket loan portal Discounted PMI and Dental Paid volunteering opportunities, free social events and more AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
May 19, 2024
Full time
A new opportunity has risen for a Data and Insights Manager to join our D2C team. The Data and Insights team is a small but dynamic and experienced group of SMEs who work across Google Analytics, Bloomreach CDP and BI/data engineering. The team is the first port of call for insights from our customer-centric marketing, product, PR, content and strategy teams, as well as working on projects and initiatives to allow the business to harness the power of our data. The team are continually working to understand our customers better through meticulous tracking and analysis. We're passionate about delivering an increasingly personalised and segmented approach to every customer touchpoint to empower our customers to reach their financial goals. Plus, we know the best decisions are data-driven - so we give our senior management team the best business intelligence data at their fingertips. We're looking for an experienced, driven and hands-on manager for the team, who can support the individual specialists deliver their ambitious roadmap. What does the job involve? The key responsibilities of the role are as follows: Management of a growing and high performing team (currently 5 members ranging from junior analyst to experienced specialists). Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning to drive professional growth and development within the team. You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day work of the team, working with the team to triage incoming requests, gather requirements for data tasks (whether that be dashboards, new functionality, analysis pieces or tracking requests) and manage the team's backlog on JIRA. You'll take on running sprint planning meetings and daily stand ups with team, identifying blockers and addressing where necessary. You'll ensure the team's work is of the highest standard by QAing before delivery to the business. Act as the interface between data and marketing, product and other D2C teams to enable them to make the best use of our data and insights. You'll oversee projects being run out of the data team, as well as working with stakeholders across the business when there's a cross-functional project requiring data input (that's most of them!). Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to data privacy, security, and confidentiality. You'll ensure the team have effective controls in place, monitor any risks to the team and own the rectification of any data incidents. You'll support the individual specialists in defining and executing their roadmaps across Google, Bloomreach and Snowflake. Support Senior BI developer by overseeing the collection and integration of data from internal and external sources. Implement robust data pipelines and ETL processes to streamline data ingestion and transformation. Competence, Knowledge & Skills: Proven experience in a data management or analytics role within the financial services industry Proven understanding of GDPR, preferably in financial services Knowledge of Google Analytics, Database architecture (cloud) and CPDs Management experience with track record of building effective and happy teams. Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, or SAS. Experience with data visualization tools, particularly Power BI Outstanding stakeholder management skills Excellent prioritisation skills, including effective communication of priorities Experience in analysis and development within a BI environment Agile/scrum experience would be a benefit Highly effective communication skills and comfortable working with both technical and non-technical teams Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and generate actionable insights. Flexible approach to work and adaptable to changing environment Embraces continuous learning JIRA and Confluence experience would be an advantage AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers, to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 503,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £80.3 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1300 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years. What we offer: Salary of £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience Generous holiday allowance increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Hybrid working policy Casual dress code Discretionary bonus Contributory pension scheme Healthcare Cash Plan Buy as you earn share scheme Free annual share scheme Paid study support for qualifications Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one Bike loan Season ticket loan portal Discounted PMI and Dental Paid volunteering opportunities, free social events and more AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
Employer description: Bridge Partners is an MSP based in Cambridge, providing outsourced IT around the UK and overseas! We provide bespoke onsite & remote support to ground-breaking SMEs in industries like biotechnology, life sciences, and finance. Overview: Are you looking for an apprenticeship that offers varied and interesting opportunities and up-to-date training options? Do you have a keen interest in a career in IT and a strong affinity for problem-solving and helping people? If so, then we would love to hear from you! Duties: Providing 1st line support for clients, managing a wide variety of incoming tickets, phone calls, and enquiries Diagnose and troubleshoot IT issues through engaging discussions and remote sessions with end users Managing security tasks such as processing new starter and leaver requests, password resets, site permissions etc. Monitoring client servers and backup data for anomalous behaviour, and adverse client impact Identifying and troubleshooting client backup failures You'll will also embark on thrilling project work for our clients, where you'll configure and build client machines and remotely monitor their systems and services Desired skills / qualities: The ability to build strong relationships with the team and clients Excellent customer service: you must be a people person with patience and be able to communicate effectively Great problem-solving skills with the ability to see the challenge through You do not need to have already studied IT, but a basic understanding of how IT works, and the difficulties users face will set you apart. Entry requirements: A Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade. Acceptable qualifications include: Two A levels in one or more similar subject. Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject. International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject. BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject. A work experience route (2-3 years) in a similar subject-related role. 'Similar subject' relates to areas directly relevant to or commensurate with 'Digital and Technology Solutions'. Typically this would be areas such as but not limited to Level 3 digital apprenticeships, A-Level/BTEC Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, Software Engineering, etc. Please note: Learners must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject. Salary: £18,000 - £20,000 per annum. Working week: Based in our Cambridge office on a shift rota between 8:00am - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday (to be confirmed upon interview). Benefits: We are a friendly bunch with passion and ambition! Our culture focuses on helping each other and working as a team. Certifications through the QA apprenticeship and our partnership with Microsoft. Profit share scheme. BUPA health insurance and enhanced pension scheme. 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), increasing by one day every 2 years you work with us. Social events, such as go karting, pizza making, escape rooms and many more! Our office is a short walk from Cambridge North train station and local bus ; We also offer free onsite parking. Future prospects: As you reach a suitable technical level, there will be opportunities for you to progress in the business! You could venture into projects, account management, strategic IT advice, cyber security, and even on-site ; Important information: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you ;Apply Today!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Employer description: Bridge Partners is an MSP based in Cambridge, providing outsourced IT around the UK and overseas! We provide bespoke onsite & remote support to ground-breaking SMEs in industries like biotechnology, life sciences, and finance. Overview: Are you looking for an apprenticeship that offers varied and interesting opportunities and up-to-date training options? Do you have a keen interest in a career in IT and a strong affinity for problem-solving and helping people? If so, then we would love to hear from you! Duties: Providing 1st line support for clients, managing a wide variety of incoming tickets, phone calls, and enquiries Diagnose and troubleshoot IT issues through engaging discussions and remote sessions with end users Managing security tasks such as processing new starter and leaver requests, password resets, site permissions etc. Monitoring client servers and backup data for anomalous behaviour, and adverse client impact Identifying and troubleshooting client backup failures You'll will also embark on thrilling project work for our clients, where you'll configure and build client machines and remotely monitor their systems and services Desired skills / qualities: The ability to build strong relationships with the team and clients Excellent customer service: you must be a people person with patience and be able to communicate effectively Great problem-solving skills with the ability to see the challenge through You do not need to have already studied IT, but a basic understanding of how IT works, and the difficulties users face will set you apart. Entry requirements: A Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade. Acceptable qualifications include: Two A levels in one or more similar subject. Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject. International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject. BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject. A work experience route (2-3 years) in a similar subject-related role. 'Similar subject' relates to areas directly relevant to or commensurate with 'Digital and Technology Solutions'. Typically this would be areas such as but not limited to Level 3 digital apprenticeships, A-Level/BTEC Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, Software Engineering, etc. Please note: Learners must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject. Salary: £18,000 - £20,000 per annum. Working week: Based in our Cambridge office on a shift rota between 8:00am - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday (to be confirmed upon interview). Benefits: We are a friendly bunch with passion and ambition! Our culture focuses on helping each other and working as a team. Certifications through the QA apprenticeship and our partnership with Microsoft. Profit share scheme. BUPA health insurance and enhanced pension scheme. 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), increasing by one day every 2 years you work with us. Social events, such as go karting, pizza making, escape rooms and many more! Our office is a short walk from Cambridge North train station and local bus ; We also offer free onsite parking. Future prospects: As you reach a suitable technical level, there will be opportunities for you to progress in the business! You could venture into projects, account management, strategic IT advice, cyber security, and even on-site ; Important information: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you ;Apply Today!
Dassian are business transformation experts who help you replace your aging legacy systems and old operational methods with fully integrated, end-to-end business processes supported by a single digital ;As an apprentice software developer, you will be joining our international development team, reporting to the development team lead. You will be working in a team of full stack developers, taking a forward role in creating new features and maintaining our new Contract Management system.You'll be expected to work with a range of technologies including .NET Core React, JavaScript, Azure (amongst many others) and will have the opportunity to learn new skills and teach your knowledge to others as you progress. Your responsibilities: Build new and maintain existing features for our diverse client base Identify and suggest upon key areas of improvement throughout the systems Manage your apprenticeship learning and work time Requirements: Awareness or experience of development within Microsoft technologies including but not limited to .NET Core, (Core) MVC, LINQ, Entity Framework, Windows Console/Service Applications Awareness of SQL and Database Design Awareness or knowledge and experience of other web languages and technologies including JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Awareness of Web APIs Ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines, adapting to a fast-paced environment Ability to solve complex tasks under pressure Excellent communication skills A keen eye for attention to detail Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude Strong organisational skills Awareness of front-end CSS frameworks such as Tailwind Evidence of personal learning and development (Github / Gitlab, code samples, StackOverflow / community contributions etc) would be a bonus Entry requirements: The learner must have completed a Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship with QA or have an equivalent qualification with another training provider OR an A-level in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) subject and a successful completion of our aptitude test OR a BTEC Diploma in IT and a successful completion of our aptitude test OR 2 years' experience in a relevant role and successful completion of our aptitude test You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK ; For more information please visit the UK ENIC website. Location: Penistone Road, Sheffield plus remote working flexibility Working hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri though you may on occasion have to work longer to meet a project deadline or during release cycles. We are flexible on times outside of core hours 10am to 3pm. Benefits: Vitality health insurance Pension Paid annual company get togethers in the US. Future prospects: 90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development ; Important information: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you ; Apply now!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Dassian are business transformation experts who help you replace your aging legacy systems and old operational methods with fully integrated, end-to-end business processes supported by a single digital ;As an apprentice software developer, you will be joining our international development team, reporting to the development team lead. You will be working in a team of full stack developers, taking a forward role in creating new features and maintaining our new Contract Management system.You'll be expected to work with a range of technologies including .NET Core React, JavaScript, Azure (amongst many others) and will have the opportunity to learn new skills and teach your knowledge to others as you progress. Your responsibilities: Build new and maintain existing features for our diverse client base Identify and suggest upon key areas of improvement throughout the systems Manage your apprenticeship learning and work time Requirements: Awareness or experience of development within Microsoft technologies including but not limited to .NET Core, (Core) MVC, LINQ, Entity Framework, Windows Console/Service Applications Awareness of SQL and Database Design Awareness or knowledge and experience of other web languages and technologies including JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Awareness of Web APIs Ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines, adapting to a fast-paced environment Ability to solve complex tasks under pressure Excellent communication skills A keen eye for attention to detail Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude Strong organisational skills Awareness of front-end CSS frameworks such as Tailwind Evidence of personal learning and development (Github / Gitlab, code samples, StackOverflow / community contributions etc) would be a bonus Entry requirements: The learner must have completed a Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship with QA or have an equivalent qualification with another training provider OR an A-level in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) subject and a successful completion of our aptitude test OR a BTEC Diploma in IT and a successful completion of our aptitude test OR 2 years' experience in a relevant role and successful completion of our aptitude test You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK ; For more information please visit the UK ENIC website. Location: Penistone Road, Sheffield plus remote working flexibility Working hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri though you may on occasion have to work longer to meet a project deadline or during release cycles. We are flexible on times outside of core hours 10am to 3pm. Benefits: Vitality health insurance Pension Paid annual company get togethers in the US. Future prospects: 90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development ; Important information: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you ; Apply now!
Head of Business Intelligence/ Team Lead - Wealth Management London The role of Head of Business Intelligence is to lead the development and implementation of reporting and analytics solutions within the IT department. Reporting to the CTO, the role involves setting the vision and strategy for business intelligence, managing a small team, and collaborating with stakeholders to prioritise and deliver solutions.Responsibilities include capability development, business intelligence solution delivery, performance and quality management, and maintaining technical expertise.The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Business Intelligence, data modeling, Azure platform, SQL databases, and DevOps practices.Desired skills include stakeholder relationship management, familiarity with big data technologies and Azure cloud architecture, relevant certifications, and project management experience. The role may involve additional duties as required.Skills: Azure Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Azure platform, including knowledge about its architecture, services, and security measures. Detailed working knowledge of one or more market leading business intelligence platforms or tools (PowerBI, Tableau). Expert knowledge of business intelligence concepts, data visualisation and analytic methods. Data Engineering: A strong background in data engineering, with thorough understanding of concepts like ETL (Extract, Transform, Load), data cleaning, data structures, and data warehousing. Azure Data Services: Hands-on experience with Azure data services like Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Azure Synapse Analytics. SQL Database Experience: Proficiency in SQL databases with the ability to write complex queries and procedures. Experience with Azure SQL Database is particularly important.Desired: Stakeholder Relationship Management: Experience working with different stakeholders, understanding their needs and communicating effectively. Proven ability to maintain strong stakeholder relationships. Project Management: Experience with project management methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Kanban, which can be useful in a team setting. Cloud Architecture: Understanding of broader cloud architecture principles and other cloud services, such as those provided by AWS or Google Cloud, can be a beneficial complementary skill.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Head of Business Intelligence/ Team Lead - Wealth Management London The role of Head of Business Intelligence is to lead the development and implementation of reporting and analytics solutions within the IT department. Reporting to the CTO, the role involves setting the vision and strategy for business intelligence, managing a small team, and collaborating with stakeholders to prioritise and deliver solutions.Responsibilities include capability development, business intelligence solution delivery, performance and quality management, and maintaining technical expertise.The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Business Intelligence, data modeling, Azure platform, SQL databases, and DevOps practices.Desired skills include stakeholder relationship management, familiarity with big data technologies and Azure cloud architecture, relevant certifications, and project management experience. The role may involve additional duties as required.Skills: Azure Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Azure platform, including knowledge about its architecture, services, and security measures. Detailed working knowledge of one or more market leading business intelligence platforms or tools (PowerBI, Tableau). Expert knowledge of business intelligence concepts, data visualisation and analytic methods. Data Engineering: A strong background in data engineering, with thorough understanding of concepts like ETL (Extract, Transform, Load), data cleaning, data structures, and data warehousing. Azure Data Services: Hands-on experience with Azure data services like Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Azure Synapse Analytics. SQL Database Experience: Proficiency in SQL databases with the ability to write complex queries and procedures. Experience with Azure SQL Database is particularly important.Desired: Stakeholder Relationship Management: Experience working with different stakeholders, understanding their needs and communicating effectively. Proven ability to maintain strong stakeholder relationships. Project Management: Experience with project management methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Kanban, which can be useful in a team setting. Cloud Architecture: Understanding of broader cloud architecture principles and other cloud services, such as those provided by AWS or Google Cloud, can be a beneficial complementary skill.
I am working with a digital function of a largescale company in Glasgow who are looking to recruit two experienced Software Engineering Manager's to the team . The company: The business is a national renewables organisation and they are growing their digital capabilities greatly. This is a brand new position, created in order to help to develop internal software and to continue to modernise their cloud and data services. Sitting within a team of roughly 50 Software Developers, you will report into the Head of Digital and will be involved in making a number of "nitty gritty" decisions. You will be working across a widespread number of projects and these will all involve modernising the software environment (Web and Apps). The company look for some presence in office (1 or 2 days a week), but there is flex on the days. They offer strong benefits on top of the salary including a 20% bonus, car allowance, strong pension and other additional perks including family healthcare. The role: There are actually two different Engineering Manager roles available and you will be managing a team of 6/7 Engineers, in a Tribe model. The role is mostly hands-off, with more peer review, some peer programming etc. This role is majorly people management focused with minimal time to code. The teams typically work across Agile Scrum and some projects two-weekly release cycles, with some others monthly. The teams work across an abundance of technology, and this role is for someone with general technical appreciation and process and delivery. All of the squads will be across Web and App, with one more on the React and JavaScript side, with the other more Java focused across Data, ETL and APIs. However, as mentioned, there is an abundance of technologies as below: Web across JavaScript and React Mobile iOS Mobile Android (Kotlin or Java) Services (Java, Spring Boot) APIs etc Key Skills and Responsibilities: A few years managing a team of Software Engineers (ideally 5-10 Engineers) - could be a current Manager or Team Lead Proficient in CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of APIs and Microservices Technology skills across the likes of; JavaScript, React, Java, Swift, Kotlin Agile (Scrum/Kanban) background Strong technical delivery and coding background (code reviews, peer programming, Architecture and Design) This is an opportunity to work with a thriving and employee-first organisation. You will get to work on some largescale and modern projects and with some huge organisations, whilst leading and working alongside some very bright minds. If you are interested, please apply or call Hamish at Cathcart Technology for a chat.
May 18, 2024
Full time
I am working with a digital function of a largescale company in Glasgow who are looking to recruit two experienced Software Engineering Manager's to the team . The company: The business is a national renewables organisation and they are growing their digital capabilities greatly. This is a brand new position, created in order to help to develop internal software and to continue to modernise their cloud and data services. Sitting within a team of roughly 50 Software Developers, you will report into the Head of Digital and will be involved in making a number of "nitty gritty" decisions. You will be working across a widespread number of projects and these will all involve modernising the software environment (Web and Apps). The company look for some presence in office (1 or 2 days a week), but there is flex on the days. They offer strong benefits on top of the salary including a 20% bonus, car allowance, strong pension and other additional perks including family healthcare. The role: There are actually two different Engineering Manager roles available and you will be managing a team of 6/7 Engineers, in a Tribe model. The role is mostly hands-off, with more peer review, some peer programming etc. This role is majorly people management focused with minimal time to code. The teams typically work across Agile Scrum and some projects two-weekly release cycles, with some others monthly. The teams work across an abundance of technology, and this role is for someone with general technical appreciation and process and delivery. All of the squads will be across Web and App, with one more on the React and JavaScript side, with the other more Java focused across Data, ETL and APIs. However, as mentioned, there is an abundance of technologies as below: Web across JavaScript and React Mobile iOS Mobile Android (Kotlin or Java) Services (Java, Spring Boot) APIs etc Key Skills and Responsibilities: A few years managing a team of Software Engineers (ideally 5-10 Engineers) - could be a current Manager or Team Lead Proficient in CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of APIs and Microservices Technology skills across the likes of; JavaScript, React, Java, Swift, Kotlin Agile (Scrum/Kanban) background Strong technical delivery and coding background (code reviews, peer programming, Architecture and Design) This is an opportunity to work with a thriving and employee-first organisation. You will get to work on some largescale and modern projects and with some huge organisations, whilst leading and working alongside some very bright minds. If you are interested, please apply or call Hamish at Cathcart Technology for a chat.
Graduate Software Engineer - London - Exciting Fin-Tech Scale-Up Permanent + Fun Social Team + Share options Are you a 2024 graduate passionate about Data Engineering and working with MLOps? Are you looking for a fantastic environment to start your career in?Here's your chance to be a part of a fast-growing and social FinTech scale-up and take the first big step in your career! This firm is looking for a Software Engineer to join their Data team and work with developing new data pipelines, helping to deploy new features to their stack, and help build and run their MLOps!What you would ideally have: Degree from top Russell Group universities in a related field (i.e. Maths, Physics, Computer Science, etc.) Experience using Python and SQL Experience with data engineering, data cleaning, data pipelines A passion for pushing boundaries in technology Great problem-solving abilities Excellent time management and communication skills What's in it for you: Competitive starting salary Share options Dedicated mentorship and training Personal development budget Well-being support 25 days paid leave + public holidays Fun social events and team lunches and more!If this sounds like the role for you, apply now for immediate consideration! Graduate Software Engineer - London - Exciting Fin-Tech Start-Up
May 18, 2024
Full time
Graduate Software Engineer - London - Exciting Fin-Tech Scale-Up Permanent + Fun Social Team + Share options Are you a 2024 graduate passionate about Data Engineering and working with MLOps? Are you looking for a fantastic environment to start your career in?Here's your chance to be a part of a fast-growing and social FinTech scale-up and take the first big step in your career! This firm is looking for a Software Engineer to join their Data team and work with developing new data pipelines, helping to deploy new features to their stack, and help build and run their MLOps!What you would ideally have: Degree from top Russell Group universities in a related field (i.e. Maths, Physics, Computer Science, etc.) Experience using Python and SQL Experience with data engineering, data cleaning, data pipelines A passion for pushing boundaries in technology Great problem-solving abilities Excellent time management and communication skills What's in it for you: Competitive starting salary Share options Dedicated mentorship and training Personal development budget Well-being support 25 days paid leave + public holidays Fun social events and team lunches and more!If this sounds like the role for you, apply now for immediate consideration! Graduate Software Engineer - London - Exciting Fin-Tech Start-Up
You will be joining a leading investment bank with a global presence. Their mission is to provide innovative financial solutions to our clients while maintaining the highest standards of risk management. As part of the growth strategy, they are seeking a talented C#/. Net engineer to join the risk and treasury team. Responsibilities: Collaborate with risk analysts, traders, and treasury professionals to design, develop, and maintain C# applications. Implement risk models, pricing tools, and trading algorithms. Optimise existing systems for performance and reliability. Participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall software development process. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of risk and treasury systems. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Minimum 5 years of experience in C# development Strong understanding of financial markets, risk management, and treasury operations Proficiency in SQL and database design Experience with financial derivatives, fixed income, or foreign exchange products is a plus, BUT not essential Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requirements Proficiency in C# and .NET framework Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Why Join? Competitive compensation package. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Exposure to cutting-edge financial technologies. Career growth and development within a reputable institution. Salary up to £80,000 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 18, 2024
Full time
You will be joining a leading investment bank with a global presence. Their mission is to provide innovative financial solutions to our clients while maintaining the highest standards of risk management. As part of the growth strategy, they are seeking a talented C#/. Net engineer to join the risk and treasury team. Responsibilities: Collaborate with risk analysts, traders, and treasury professionals to design, develop, and maintain C# applications. Implement risk models, pricing tools, and trading algorithms. Optimise existing systems for performance and reliability. Participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall software development process. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of risk and treasury systems. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Minimum 5 years of experience in C# development Strong understanding of financial markets, risk management, and treasury operations Proficiency in SQL and database design Experience with financial derivatives, fixed income, or foreign exchange products is a plus, BUT not essential Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Requirements Proficiency in C# and .NET framework Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Why Join? Competitive compensation package. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Exposure to cutting-edge financial technologies. Career growth and development within a reputable institution. Salary up to £80,000 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Senior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist - Leading Media Owner - £70,000 - £90,000 The Company ASenior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist at one of UK's leading publishers who have a global presence. Part of a larger media group, their brands deliver highly engaging, trusted content to millions of loyal customers around the globe. Their brands reach over 24 million people daily, reaching over 10 million daily readers across the UK. As a vital member of the highly ambitious analytics team, you'll play an important role in making sure the business has the data they need to drive relentless online traffic growth. You'll be responsible for contributing and delivering the roadmap for digital measurement and ensuring the acquisition of quality data -having full technical ownership of our core web analytics platform (Google Analytics 360 - UA & GA4) across the full range of our websites and mobile applications (IOS and Android). You'll be a subject matter expert for all things tracking, providing your expertise to the Analytics team, wider technical functions, and business stakeholders. Exciting bits: Their brands provides print, newspaper, magazine and online readers with coverage of the latest developments/news across any industry or topic (general news, tech, science, sport and many more!) Be the expert for GA, GTM and web analytics implementation across the business Join a growing data team who are looking to double in size over the next two years The Job Work with Developers & Data Engineers and QA Teams to ensure the technical requirements/specifications for tracking and measurement are communicated, actioned, and implemented. Responsible for ensuring data is captured in line with our digital ethics and data governance requirements. Keep up to date with industry trends and ensure best practice implementation methods - to lead the Digital team on analytics upgrades and improvements to platforms, such as GA4. Configuring Google Analytics 360 / GA4 accounts and properties - implementing custom dimensions and metrics. Developing measurement plans and tagging strategies, as well as the ability to QA web tracking implementations using various tools and techniques. You Strong proficiency with GTM tracking and implementation 5+ years experience across web analytics Ideally some experience with Firebase or Javascript Apply Now You can apply for this role now by sending us your CV or by calling us now! Don't forget to look at vacancies on our website and register as a candidate. Jordan Matthews Senior Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Senior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist - Leading Media Owner - £70,000 - £90,000 The Company ASenior Digital/Web Implementation Specialist at one of UK's leading publishers who have a global presence. Part of a larger media group, their brands deliver highly engaging, trusted content to millions of loyal customers around the globe. Their brands reach over 24 million people daily, reaching over 10 million daily readers across the UK. As a vital member of the highly ambitious analytics team, you'll play an important role in making sure the business has the data they need to drive relentless online traffic growth. You'll be responsible for contributing and delivering the roadmap for digital measurement and ensuring the acquisition of quality data -having full technical ownership of our core web analytics platform (Google Analytics 360 - UA & GA4) across the full range of our websites and mobile applications (IOS and Android). You'll be a subject matter expert for all things tracking, providing your expertise to the Analytics team, wider technical functions, and business stakeholders. Exciting bits: Their brands provides print, newspaper, magazine and online readers with coverage of the latest developments/news across any industry or topic (general news, tech, science, sport and many more!) Be the expert for GA, GTM and web analytics implementation across the business Join a growing data team who are looking to double in size over the next two years The Job Work with Developers & Data Engineers and QA Teams to ensure the technical requirements/specifications for tracking and measurement are communicated, actioned, and implemented. Responsible for ensuring data is captured in line with our digital ethics and data governance requirements. Keep up to date with industry trends and ensure best practice implementation methods - to lead the Digital team on analytics upgrades and improvements to platforms, such as GA4. Configuring Google Analytics 360 / GA4 accounts and properties - implementing custom dimensions and metrics. Developing measurement plans and tagging strategies, as well as the ability to QA web tracking implementations using various tools and techniques. You Strong proficiency with GTM tracking and implementation 5+ years experience across web analytics Ideally some experience with Firebase or Javascript Apply Now You can apply for this role now by sending us your CV or by calling us now! Don't forget to look at vacancies on our website and register as a candidate. Jordan Matthews Senior Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
Software Engineer Leicester/Hybrid Up to £30-50k Permanent Visa Sponsorship is not available Would you like to work on software that makes a difference? Are you bored of building just another CRUD application? We're helping to scale another software team building internationally recognised software for enterprise businesses to fight pollution and improve lives. You'll be working on a of desktop applications communicating with cloud services, web applications and IoT services to provide cleaner, safer and smarter tech. About you You are comfortable working within the .net ecosystem and you probably cut your teeth building desktop apps and have some exposure to data collection, manipulation or visualisation or you've probably developed a few GUIs. What you'll be doing You'll be building enterprise desktop application communicating with a variety of instrumentation in a complex orchestration across web, cloud, desktop, and mobile that focus on collecting and processing data in real time from a variety of sources. You'll be using tools like Blazor and WPF in smaller scrum teams as part of a larger international, multidisciplinary agile software team What's in it for you? The dev environment is built by developers for developers so it couldn't be more accommodating, you'll have support from a devops team to handle deployments and an international development team. You'll have plenty of time to get acquainted with the code base with plenty of internal resources to help you understand the complexities and a day a month to work on your own personal professional development You'll get to work in a diverse environment, building enterprise software supporting big name businesses with your code directly impacting lives for the better. You'll also receive core hours, 8% pension, healthcare, medical and life insurance, flexible working and you'll only have to be in their fantastic offices 1 month - although the coffee and environment are worth visiting for more often. They've also been working remotely way before covid. How to apply There are multiple positions on offer across real time and applications positions and we are currently arranging interviews but either apply here or search for Sam Birtwistle or Tom Sharwood on Linkedin where you will find our contact details at the top of the profile page, drop us a message or get in touch to find out more, Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date, we'll deal with that later if needed
May 18, 2024
Full time
Software Engineer Leicester/Hybrid Up to £30-50k Permanent Visa Sponsorship is not available Would you like to work on software that makes a difference? Are you bored of building just another CRUD application? We're helping to scale another software team building internationally recognised software for enterprise businesses to fight pollution and improve lives. You'll be working on a of desktop applications communicating with cloud services, web applications and IoT services to provide cleaner, safer and smarter tech. About you You are comfortable working within the .net ecosystem and you probably cut your teeth building desktop apps and have some exposure to data collection, manipulation or visualisation or you've probably developed a few GUIs. What you'll be doing You'll be building enterprise desktop application communicating with a variety of instrumentation in a complex orchestration across web, cloud, desktop, and mobile that focus on collecting and processing data in real time from a variety of sources. You'll be using tools like Blazor and WPF in smaller scrum teams as part of a larger international, multidisciplinary agile software team What's in it for you? The dev environment is built by developers for developers so it couldn't be more accommodating, you'll have support from a devops team to handle deployments and an international development team. You'll have plenty of time to get acquainted with the code base with plenty of internal resources to help you understand the complexities and a day a month to work on your own personal professional development You'll get to work in a diverse environment, building enterprise software supporting big name businesses with your code directly impacting lives for the better. You'll also receive core hours, 8% pension, healthcare, medical and life insurance, flexible working and you'll only have to be in their fantastic offices 1 month - although the coffee and environment are worth visiting for more often. They've also been working remotely way before covid. How to apply There are multiple positions on offer across real time and applications positions and we are currently arranging interviews but either apply here or search for Sam Birtwistle or Tom Sharwood on Linkedin where you will find our contact details at the top of the profile page, drop us a message or get in touch to find out more, Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date, we'll deal with that later if needed
The company: This company make a difference to the front-line safety of the North East. They have been going through a technical transformation to make the lives of their employees more efficient and protect vital data. They value innovation and proactive attitudes as they are always looking for the best solutions. This company offer great training and progression plans and wants to support you in your career. This is a newer team that is looking to expand over the next few years, so there is an excellent opportunity for you to define what this looks like, The role: This role is perfect for someone looking to step into an Infrastructure Engineering position that will be project-focused. At the beginning, you will focus on server administration, upgrades, patching systems and incident management. Training form the team will lead you to a role that's focused full-time on project and service improvement. You will gain experience with storage technologies, virtualisation and cloud technologies within this learning period. Key skills to start this role include: Operating systems - Windows Server / Linux Active Directory and Group Policy Basic understanding of Networking concepts Troubleshooting of applications on end-user devices End User device management Microsoft Configuration and Operations Manager Ability to pass SC clearance Drivers liscence Desirable skills include: VMWare/ Hyper V Backup and recovery platforms Azure or AWS experience Other attributes this team are looking for include: Proactive attitude to problem solving Ability to work independently and as part of a team Passion for learning, both inside and outside of work Excellent communication Benefits include: Annual Leave: 26 days of leave, which increases to 30 days after 5 years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays. Enhanced maternity, shared parental, and adoption leave to support you during important life events. Flexi Time: Tailor your working hours to suit your individual needs. Flexible Working - options like compressed hours. Pension of up to 16% employer contribution. Corporate travel schemes, including discounts on local rail, bus services, and metro travel. Private healthcare and eye test vouchers. Extensive paid sick leave and on-site mental health first aiders. Cycle to work scheme and more! This role is primarily remote with 1 or 2 days per month in a Central Newcastle location. Newcastle upon Tyne/ Hybrid Working/ Flexitime/ Monday - Friday/ 37.5 hours Next Steps? If you would like to know anything more about this role or even just want to hear what other Infrastructure, Cloud and Security positions I have that may also be a good match for you then please apply to this advert / or catch me on LinkedIn "Hayley Bee You must be fully eligible to work in the UK to apply to this position and be able to travel into office on occasion
May 18, 2024
Full time
The company: This company make a difference to the front-line safety of the North East. They have been going through a technical transformation to make the lives of their employees more efficient and protect vital data. They value innovation and proactive attitudes as they are always looking for the best solutions. This company offer great training and progression plans and wants to support you in your career. This is a newer team that is looking to expand over the next few years, so there is an excellent opportunity for you to define what this looks like, The role: This role is perfect for someone looking to step into an Infrastructure Engineering position that will be project-focused. At the beginning, you will focus on server administration, upgrades, patching systems and incident management. Training form the team will lead you to a role that's focused full-time on project and service improvement. You will gain experience with storage technologies, virtualisation and cloud technologies within this learning period. Key skills to start this role include: Operating systems - Windows Server / Linux Active Directory and Group Policy Basic understanding of Networking concepts Troubleshooting of applications on end-user devices End User device management Microsoft Configuration and Operations Manager Ability to pass SC clearance Drivers liscence Desirable skills include: VMWare/ Hyper V Backup and recovery platforms Azure or AWS experience Other attributes this team are looking for include: Proactive attitude to problem solving Ability to work independently and as part of a team Passion for learning, both inside and outside of work Excellent communication Benefits include: Annual Leave: 26 days of leave, which increases to 30 days after 5 years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays. Enhanced maternity, shared parental, and adoption leave to support you during important life events. Flexi Time: Tailor your working hours to suit your individual needs. Flexible Working - options like compressed hours. Pension of up to 16% employer contribution. Corporate travel schemes, including discounts on local rail, bus services, and metro travel. Private healthcare and eye test vouchers. Extensive paid sick leave and on-site mental health first aiders. Cycle to work scheme and more! This role is primarily remote with 1 or 2 days per month in a Central Newcastle location. Newcastle upon Tyne/ Hybrid Working/ Flexitime/ Monday - Friday/ 37.5 hours Next Steps? If you would like to know anything more about this role or even just want to hear what other Infrastructure, Cloud and Security positions I have that may also be a good match for you then please apply to this advert / or catch me on LinkedIn "Hayley Bee You must be fully eligible to work in the UK to apply to this position and be able to travel into office on occasion
Senior Data Engineer - £75K - UK Wide (London HQ) We're partnering an award-winning Data Management and Analytics consultancy, working closely with leading software vendors and top industry experts across a range of sectors, unlocking value and insight from their data. We are looking for looking for experienced and dynamic Senior Data Engineer Consultants to join our existing teams. As a Data Engineer Consultant, you will engage with our clients daily, working to understand their challenges and to deliver solutions. You will be based from one of our regional offices or on client site. This will be a permanent role based UK wide, however will report into the teams London HQ on an extremely flexible working model. The role / requirements Demonstrated success in designing, building, and optimising Big Data solutions to support the creation of highly scalable data stores with Big Data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, etc. Project experience in developing optimal and reliable ETL processes ingested from a wide variety of data sources both structured and unstructured and implementing them in batch, real-time and cloud environments. Project experience in handling large-scale databases and real-time data acquisition. Project experience with object-oriented/scripting languages such as Python Project experience of Enterprise ETL tools such as SAS DI Studio, Informatica, Talend, Datastage or Alteryx. Advanced working knowledge in SQL and relational databases (SAS, Teradata, Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle), as well as working familiarity with a variety of NoSQL databases and cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake. Project experience of Data Modelling and/or Data Warehousing concepts. Technical Business Analysis experience. Project experience deploying/provisioning/implementing cloud solutions in Azure, AWS S3 or Google Cloud Platform. Ideally, you could also have Project experience of message queueing and stream processing systems such as StreamSets, Spark-Streaming and Kafka. Project experience of data pipeline and workflow management tools. Exposure to any of the following technologies: Pega, Salesforce, RPA tools such as UiPath, Nintex, Blue Prism. Working knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Qlik Sense and PowerBI. Financial services sector experience. Benefits: A reward programme whereby you accrue points to trade against a 3-month paid sabbatical or cash equivalent. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. 5 days holiday buy/sell option. Private medical insurance. Life cover. Cycle to work scheme. Eligibility for company pension scheme (5% employer contribution, salary sacrifice option). Employee assistance programme. Bespoke online learning plans If the above role is of interest and you've got the required experience, apply with your most up to date CV for immediate consideration and interview! Alternatively, if you would like to find out more about the position, reach out to me on or at In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Senior Data Engineer - £75K - UK Wide (London HQ) We're partnering an award-winning Data Management and Analytics consultancy, working closely with leading software vendors and top industry experts across a range of sectors, unlocking value and insight from their data. We are looking for looking for experienced and dynamic Senior Data Engineer Consultants to join our existing teams. As a Data Engineer Consultant, you will engage with our clients daily, working to understand their challenges and to deliver solutions. You will be based from one of our regional offices or on client site. This will be a permanent role based UK wide, however will report into the teams London HQ on an extremely flexible working model. The role / requirements Demonstrated success in designing, building, and optimising Big Data solutions to support the creation of highly scalable data stores with Big Data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, etc. Project experience in developing optimal and reliable ETL processes ingested from a wide variety of data sources both structured and unstructured and implementing them in batch, real-time and cloud environments. Project experience in handling large-scale databases and real-time data acquisition. Project experience with object-oriented/scripting languages such as Python Project experience of Enterprise ETL tools such as SAS DI Studio, Informatica, Talend, Datastage or Alteryx. Advanced working knowledge in SQL and relational databases (SAS, Teradata, Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle), as well as working familiarity with a variety of NoSQL databases and cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake. Project experience of Data Modelling and/or Data Warehousing concepts. Technical Business Analysis experience. Project experience deploying/provisioning/implementing cloud solutions in Azure, AWS S3 or Google Cloud Platform. Ideally, you could also have Project experience of message queueing and stream processing systems such as StreamSets, Spark-Streaming and Kafka. Project experience of data pipeline and workflow management tools. Exposure to any of the following technologies: Pega, Salesforce, RPA tools such as UiPath, Nintex, Blue Prism. Working knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Qlik Sense and PowerBI. Financial services sector experience. Benefits: A reward programme whereby you accrue points to trade against a 3-month paid sabbatical or cash equivalent. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. 5 days holiday buy/sell option. Private medical insurance. Life cover. Cycle to work scheme. Eligibility for company pension scheme (5% employer contribution, salary sacrifice option). Employee assistance programme. Bespoke online learning plans If the above role is of interest and you've got the required experience, apply with your most up to date CV for immediate consideration and interview! Alternatively, if you would like to find out more about the position, reach out to me on or at In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
CEF - City Electrical Factors - IT
Durham, County Durham
About CEF: At CEF we have a bold ambition for growth. We are passionate about delivering an unrivalled service for our customers and providing a strong culture with career opportunities for our people. Across IT we are on an exciting mission to ensure we harness our growth opportunities by designing our technology architecture and solutions for constant evolution. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of enabling our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We have a fast-growing technology team delivering a portfolio of transformative work, expanding our digital options, and upgrading and future-proofing our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. We believe that teams who design, own and run our technology solutions are more connected to the value they create. We are always looking to improve, collaborate and innovate and this is where you come in Life as a QA Test Analyst at CEF: As a QA Test Analyst at CityIT you will be an integral part of our new Workday implementation project. In the longer term you will play a significant role towards the company vision of moving the existing windows based CEF bespoke systems to a modern SaaS application(Workday) along with the introduction and nurturing of innovation within. You'll be used to working on a broader view of QA, ideally with integrations and experience working with complex ERP or finance systems. You'll be part of our Global Finance IT team that work collaboratively across our UK and USA teams to deliver best-in-class finance systems used by the whole organisation. Your Objectives: Creation and execution of test scripts, recording the outcome, and creating and escalating defects and tracking issues to completion Hands on testing of all parts of a Windows based ERP system Working in a cross functional team of other software testers, business analysts andsubject-matter-experts to understand and document the existing system Collaborating with members of the development team to provide Test feedback and specific test outcomes Testing of interfaces and integration with other modules, products or sites Preparation and execution of test plans and test scripts, along with amending and updating of test materials with a mindset for continuous improvement Performing static testing and impact assessment of Design and Change Request documentation Key Skills and Experience: Experience performing manual tests on Windows based systems in an Agile environment Excellent attention to detail, able to effectively track, report and resolve quality issues Understanding of software specification requirements, and the ability to interpret acceptance criteria and derive tests accordingly Experience testing the integration points between modules, applications and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interview Process: Screening Call with Talent Acquisition (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Software Engineering Lead and our Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Global Head of Finance IT, Software Engineering Lead and Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (90 mins) Package: Competitive basic salary Annual IT Bonus scheme Our teams predominantly work remotely but we have an award-winning IT Headquarters based in Durham where you'll always receive a warm welcome! Pension: 3% employee / 3% employer (Total 6%) Champion Health - a comprehensive physical, mental & financial wellbeing platform, offering bespoke content on all aspects of wellbeing & life Free use of the state-of-the-art private gym at our IT Headquarters Location Our Finance IT Team like to get together in the Durham office on occasion. This is optional and the role is predominantly home based however there may be some required travel to the Durham or Kenilworth office for team meetings and other events.
May 18, 2024
Full time
About CEF: At CEF we have a bold ambition for growth. We are passionate about delivering an unrivalled service for our customers and providing a strong culture with career opportunities for our people. Across IT we are on an exciting mission to ensure we harness our growth opportunities by designing our technology architecture and solutions for constant evolution. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of enabling our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We have a fast-growing technology team delivering a portfolio of transformative work, expanding our digital options, and upgrading and future-proofing our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. We believe that teams who design, own and run our technology solutions are more connected to the value they create. We are always looking to improve, collaborate and innovate and this is where you come in Life as a QA Test Analyst at CEF: As a QA Test Analyst at CityIT you will be an integral part of our new Workday implementation project. In the longer term you will play a significant role towards the company vision of moving the existing windows based CEF bespoke systems to a modern SaaS application(Workday) along with the introduction and nurturing of innovation within. You'll be used to working on a broader view of QA, ideally with integrations and experience working with complex ERP or finance systems. You'll be part of our Global Finance IT team that work collaboratively across our UK and USA teams to deliver best-in-class finance systems used by the whole organisation. Your Objectives: Creation and execution of test scripts, recording the outcome, and creating and escalating defects and tracking issues to completion Hands on testing of all parts of a Windows based ERP system Working in a cross functional team of other software testers, business analysts andsubject-matter-experts to understand and document the existing system Collaborating with members of the development team to provide Test feedback and specific test outcomes Testing of interfaces and integration with other modules, products or sites Preparation and execution of test plans and test scripts, along with amending and updating of test materials with a mindset for continuous improvement Performing static testing and impact assessment of Design and Change Request documentation Key Skills and Experience: Experience performing manual tests on Windows based systems in an Agile environment Excellent attention to detail, able to effectively track, report and resolve quality issues Understanding of software specification requirements, and the ability to interpret acceptance criteria and derive tests accordingly Experience testing the integration points between modules, applications and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interview Process: Screening Call with Talent Acquisition (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Software Engineering Lead and our Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Global Head of Finance IT, Software Engineering Lead and Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (90 mins) Package: Competitive basic salary Annual IT Bonus scheme Our teams predominantly work remotely but we have an award-winning IT Headquarters based in Durham where you'll always receive a warm welcome! Pension: 3% employee / 3% employer (Total 6%) Champion Health - a comprehensive physical, mental & financial wellbeing platform, offering bespoke content on all aspects of wellbeing & life Free use of the state-of-the-art private gym at our IT Headquarters Location Our Finance IT Team like to get together in the Durham office on occasion. This is optional and the role is predominantly home based however there may be some required travel to the Durham or Kenilworth office for team meetings and other events.
Company Description Walter Everett is a recruitment agency and we are currently helping a global consultancy to recruit a Security Cleared Java Developer Role Description Walter Everett Ltd is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Java Developer for a full-time hybrid role. This role is primarily based in London, however, it includes the flexibility to work some days remotely. As an SC Cleared Java Developer, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of scalable software solutions while working with cross-functional teams. This is an urgent position so the client requires you to have had Security Clearance within the last 5 years. You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that are well-tested, performant, and maintainable. You will be developing within an agreed development lifecycle, frameworks, and quality criteria and collaborating readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configuration, and smooth code deployment, also pairing with other team members / new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, onboarding, and pair coding/code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) Integrating the application front-end services (with a basic understanding of web front-end technologies) Managing the exchange of data between different backend services (owned by separate development teams) and front-end application and third party API integration Development of all server-side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code, and via Confluence/knowledge base articles Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (e.g. logging, capacity/performance management, monitoring, and distributed tracing/debugging) End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments Proactive skill and artefact building concerning assessing and adopting new technologies Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech talks, and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates Following agile software development lifecycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation, and non-functional considerations Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you will bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code Experience working with streaming data (e.g. Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features API specification/design and documentation Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit / Pipeline / Deploy Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps / Docker / Kubernetes / Function as a Service deployments Broader AWS knowledge (e.g. S3, KMS, EKS) Great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a keen analytical mind Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks, such as React Proven delivery success in large-scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance / secure services, high throughput/availability non-functional demands) Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges This is a Hybrid role. the client is currently doing 1 day in the office, however, this isn't guaranteed and could become 2 days Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field SC clearance or valid UK security clearance At least 5 years of experience in developing complex Java/J2EE applications Experience working with JSP/JQuery, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and Maven Experience with database development (relational database design, SQL, Oracle, and JDBC) Experience in developing software solutions using AWS or Azure cloud platforms Experience in developing web services (REST, SOAP) and microservices architectures Experience with Agile development methodologies Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
May 18, 2024
Full time
Company Description Walter Everett is a recruitment agency and we are currently helping a global consultancy to recruit a Security Cleared Java Developer Role Description Walter Everett Ltd is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Java Developer for a full-time hybrid role. This role is primarily based in London, however, it includes the flexibility to work some days remotely. As an SC Cleared Java Developer, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of scalable software solutions while working with cross-functional teams. This is an urgent position so the client requires you to have had Security Clearance within the last 5 years. You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that are well-tested, performant, and maintainable. You will be developing within an agreed development lifecycle, frameworks, and quality criteria and collaborating readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configuration, and smooth code deployment, also pairing with other team members / new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, onboarding, and pair coding/code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) Integrating the application front-end services (with a basic understanding of web front-end technologies) Managing the exchange of data between different backend services (owned by separate development teams) and front-end application and third party API integration Development of all server-side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code, and via Confluence/knowledge base articles Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (e.g. logging, capacity/performance management, monitoring, and distributed tracing/debugging) End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments Proactive skill and artefact building concerning assessing and adopting new technologies Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech talks, and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates Following agile software development lifecycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation, and non-functional considerations Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you will bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code Experience working with streaming data (e.g. Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features API specification/design and documentation Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit / Pipeline / Deploy Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps / Docker / Kubernetes / Function as a Service deployments Broader AWS knowledge (e.g. S3, KMS, EKS) Great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a keen analytical mind Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks, such as React Proven delivery success in large-scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance / secure services, high throughput/availability non-functional demands) Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges This is a Hybrid role. the client is currently doing 1 day in the office, however, this isn't guaranteed and could become 2 days Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field SC clearance or valid UK security clearance At least 5 years of experience in developing complex Java/J2EE applications Experience working with JSP/JQuery, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and Maven Experience with database development (relational database design, SQL, Oracle, and JDBC) Experience in developing software solutions using AWS or Azure cloud platforms Experience in developing web services (REST, SOAP) and microservices architectures Experience with Agile development methodologies Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills