The Lead Tester will sit within the Kuro Health Product Team and lead functional testing and test co-ordination as the Group moves forward with a number of new IT platform implementations and enhancements.
You will be responsible for ensuring that new developments are thoroughly and meticulously tested, with issues identified and passed back to the developers for further work as well establishing test processes and practices.
With experience of planning and executing test cycles in an agile delivery environment, this role would suit someone with testing experience as part of a test team, wanting to take a first step into a test lead role.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
Works closely with the product owners to determine the scope of testing for each release based on the requirements.
Constructs well structured test plans and test cases, confirms and manages own time against effort estimates.
Agrees testing metrics and success criteria with the product team. Ensures quality criteria are met prior to sign-off for release.
Executes testing against test plans.
Works with product and development resources to ensure that any defects are appropriately recorded and prioritised.
Identifies any risks and issues relating to testing and escalates appropriately.
Tracks progress and QA metrics, communicates the status of testing clearly ensuring all interested parties receive regular updates.
Creates standard test collateral for re-use as required such as test plans, test and defect reports.
Provides knowledge of testing best practice throughout the development lifecycle.
Supports UAT of changes and releases within the business units, including collating and prioritising defects, managing retests and reporting on test progress.
Proactively identifies areas for improvement in testing, establishing and presenting recommendations to the Product Manager.
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration within the scrum environment.
Key Relationships
Develops strong relationships with Product, Development and operational delivery teams to ensure that testing can be executed effectively.
Person Specification
Experience - Essential
Functional testing experience in an agile delivery environment and knowledge of software testing.
Experience of creating and maintaining test plans.
Experience of working with 3rd party suppliers.
Experience of working in a cross-functional environment with product owners, business analysts, developers, business testers and operational stakeholders.
Education and qualifications - Desirable
ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Excellent test planning and co-ordination skills
Understanding of testing best practices
Clear communicator
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Case management and workflow systems
API testing
Behaviour - Essential
Self-motivated and proactive. High levels of commitment and enthusiasm
Happy to get hands dirty where required!
Collaborative style with the ability to influence others
Positive professional attitude to getting things done
Innovative, constantly looking for new opportunities and solutions
Works well as part of a team
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
Sep 18, 2023
Full time
The Lead Tester will sit within the Kuro Health Product Team and lead functional testing and test co-ordination as the Group moves forward with a number of new IT platform implementations and enhancements.
You will be responsible for ensuring that new developments are thoroughly and meticulously tested, with issues identified and passed back to the developers for further work as well establishing test processes and practices.
With experience of planning and executing test cycles in an agile delivery environment, this role would suit someone with testing experience as part of a test team, wanting to take a first step into a test lead role.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
Works closely with the product owners to determine the scope of testing for each release based on the requirements.
Constructs well structured test plans and test cases, confirms and manages own time against effort estimates.
Agrees testing metrics and success criteria with the product team. Ensures quality criteria are met prior to sign-off for release.
Executes testing against test plans.
Works with product and development resources to ensure that any defects are appropriately recorded and prioritised.
Identifies any risks and issues relating to testing and escalates appropriately.
Tracks progress and QA metrics, communicates the status of testing clearly ensuring all interested parties receive regular updates.
Creates standard test collateral for re-use as required such as test plans, test and defect reports.
Provides knowledge of testing best practice throughout the development lifecycle.
Supports UAT of changes and releases within the business units, including collating and prioritising defects, managing retests and reporting on test progress.
Proactively identifies areas for improvement in testing, establishing and presenting recommendations to the Product Manager.
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration within the scrum environment.
Key Relationships
Develops strong relationships with Product, Development and operational delivery teams to ensure that testing can be executed effectively.
Person Specification
Experience - Essential
Functional testing experience in an agile delivery environment and knowledge of software testing.
Experience of creating and maintaining test plans.
Experience of working with 3rd party suppliers.
Experience of working in a cross-functional environment with product owners, business analysts, developers, business testers and operational stakeholders.
Education and qualifications - Desirable
ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Excellent test planning and co-ordination skills
Understanding of testing best practices
Clear communicator
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Case management and workflow systems
API testing
Behaviour - Essential
Self-motivated and proactive. High levels of commitment and enthusiasm
Happy to get hands dirty where required!
Collaborative style with the ability to influence others
Positive professional attitude to getting things done
Innovative, constantly looking for new opportunities and solutions
Works well as part of a team
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the
May 18, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat)Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week£120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEOTeam Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and AdvicePedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team+ Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives+ Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment+ Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance+ Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality+ Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements+ Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform+ Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment+ Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget+ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)+ Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage+ Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills+ Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions+ Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance+ Pension+ Holiday purchase scheme+ Volunteering days+ Long service awards+ Contribution towards professional qualifications+ Contribution towards membership fees+ Employee assistance programme+ Health cashback plan+ And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the
Digital Project Manager Scaling UK business Opportunity to own and shape the end to end digital project management process Exciting scaling products utilising latest technologies Development and progression, joining a business growing at pace We are looking for a Digital project or product manager to own and shape the end to end project delivery for scaling digital projects. The business is investing heavily in digital products and this role sits nicely at the heart of the delivery and growth of this area. We are keen to talk with junior Project Mangers, Digital Product Managers who are growing their careers in this exciting arena. Equally, you could be an agency side digital SAM looking for a client side move. Responsibilities: Oversight and support of the Digital's current and future assets Collaborate with stakeholders during the visioning and concept development of a product. Possess a fundamental understanding of end-to-end customer experience integration and dependencies. Managing the product backlog and prioritising them based on changing requirements. Developing comprehensive estimates, timelines, and project plans, adapting them as needed to accommodate evolving needs. Implement QA to ensure product quality, identify potential project risks, and address them proactively as well as being the first point contact for stakeholder liaison, managing expectations and pre-empting difficulties Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development. Develop scope and define backlog items (epics/features/user stories) that guide the software development team. Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints. Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process. Solve product-related problems, make decisions, complete trade-off analysis to stay on track towards business deliverable commitments. Act as an ambassador for the product internally and externally and as the primary contact for queries related to the product. Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates. Identify new opportunities to expand and improve new IT network. Assisting with reporting requirements as needed by senior management. Desirable Skills A minimum of 2 years' experience as either a Digital Project Manager, Digital Producer, Digital Product Owner or similar. Proficiency in project management methodologies, including issue resolution, risk management, work planning, resource management, and team coordination. Solid understanding of web development, system design, and project management. Experience in workflow management like Jira or similar Experience working within Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. A collaborative team player who contributes to best practices and knowledge sharing, while also being comfortable working independently. Highly adaptable and composed under pressure, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Digital Project Manager Scaling UK business Opportunity to own and shape the end to end digital project management process Exciting scaling products utilising latest technologies Development and progression, joining a business growing at pace We are looking for a Digital project or product manager to own and shape the end to end project delivery for scaling digital projects. The business is investing heavily in digital products and this role sits nicely at the heart of the delivery and growth of this area. We are keen to talk with junior Project Mangers, Digital Product Managers who are growing their careers in this exciting arena. Equally, you could be an agency side digital SAM looking for a client side move. Responsibilities: Oversight and support of the Digital's current and future assets Collaborate with stakeholders during the visioning and concept development of a product. Possess a fundamental understanding of end-to-end customer experience integration and dependencies. Managing the product backlog and prioritising them based on changing requirements. Developing comprehensive estimates, timelines, and project plans, adapting them as needed to accommodate evolving needs. Implement QA to ensure product quality, identify potential project risks, and address them proactively as well as being the first point contact for stakeholder liaison, managing expectations and pre-empting difficulties Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development. Develop scope and define backlog items (epics/features/user stories) that guide the software development team. Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints. Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process. Solve product-related problems, make decisions, complete trade-off analysis to stay on track towards business deliverable commitments. Act as an ambassador for the product internally and externally and as the primary contact for queries related to the product. Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates. Identify new opportunities to expand and improve new IT network. Assisting with reporting requirements as needed by senior management. Desirable Skills A minimum of 2 years' experience as either a Digital Project Manager, Digital Producer, Digital Product Owner or similar. Proficiency in project management methodologies, including issue resolution, risk management, work planning, resource management, and team coordination. Solid understanding of web development, system design, and project management. Experience in workflow management like Jira or similar Experience working within Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. A collaborative team player who contributes to best practices and knowledge sharing, while also being comfortable working independently. Highly adaptable and composed under pressure, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Nigel Wright Group
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
The OpportunityMy client based in the North East of England is an established agency, with over 10 years solid experience behind them working with major brands across the UK. Having created digital products across web, mobile and connected technologies over the last 10 years, they are looking for a Digital Project Manager to join there team. This project manager will take ownership of their craft and shape the function within the organisation. Person SpecWorking with a wide range of clients, across multiple sectors, you will be able to standalone and manage your own workload and the projects you are working on. Ideally you will have a solid digital PM background as your role will involve direct f2f contact with clients.Responsibilities Solid understanding of software development life cycle models. Expert knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices (and the ability to blend techniques to fit a project and business environment). Successfully implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies. Effective management of multiple projects at a given time. Experience with overseeing multi-disciplined project teams that include UX, Creative, Developers and QA. Budgetary control and stakeholder reporting. Compiling scope of requirements documents, progress reports and change control documents. Meet with clients and confidently drive face to face and remote meetings. Excellent oral and written communications skills Interacting with both business and IT individuals at all levels. Strong analytical, planning, and organisational skills Ability to manage competing client demands. Office Working:The role will be hybrid 2/3 days in the office based in Newcastle.
May 18, 2024
Full time
The OpportunityMy client based in the North East of England is an established agency, with over 10 years solid experience behind them working with major brands across the UK. Having created digital products across web, mobile and connected technologies over the last 10 years, they are looking for a Digital Project Manager to join there team. This project manager will take ownership of their craft and shape the function within the organisation. Person SpecWorking with a wide range of clients, across multiple sectors, you will be able to standalone and manage your own workload and the projects you are working on. Ideally you will have a solid digital PM background as your role will involve direct f2f contact with clients.Responsibilities Solid understanding of software development life cycle models. Expert knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices (and the ability to blend techniques to fit a project and business environment). Successfully implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies. Effective management of multiple projects at a given time. Experience with overseeing multi-disciplined project teams that include UX, Creative, Developers and QA. Budgetary control and stakeholder reporting. Compiling scope of requirements documents, progress reports and change control documents. Meet with clients and confidently drive face to face and remote meetings. Excellent oral and written communications skills Interacting with both business and IT individuals at all levels. Strong analytical, planning, and organisational skills Ability to manage competing client demands. Office Working:The role will be hybrid 2/3 days in the office based in Newcastle.
Archax is an FCA-regulated exchange, broker and custodian for digital assets, targeted at professional and institutional clients. Our services cover all types of digital assets - from cryptocurrencies to NFTs to digital securities - as well as traditional financial instruments too. Our vision is to develop a truly digital capital markets ecosystem that bridges traditional and crypto markets, leveraging tokenisation and blockchain/DLT/Web3.0 technologies. This is an office based role , you must be able to commute to and work in the City of London as a norm Head of Quality Assurance - reporting to the CTO Archax has reached a growth point in its development and an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Quality Assurance to join the team. They will bring many years of experience supporting a wide variety of systems and technologies preferably from a capital markets environment. The successful applicant will also have worked in an environment where internal developers have built internal capital markets/trading software. They will provide overarching leadership of the quality assurance function and ongoing project-based engineering work across the technology estate, including Nodejs and C++ applications. The team is growing but currently consists of 8 QA engineers, this is expected to grow over the next 12 months. Applicants will have a strong engineering background, be ambitious, bright, motivated and have substantial experience in a highly technical role. Archax is a highly regulated fintech scale-up so experience of working in a rapidly evolving fluid company is vital. The successful applicant must have experience in a firm that has delivered product to external customers. Key Responsibilities: Strategic leadership of the QA function including management of tools Ensuring the construction and running of testing processes including UAT, regression testing, engaging with partner and client teams to ensure these are useful, productive, and run smoothly. QA leadership of large, cross-functional projects either directly or via the QA team Manage the Engineering QA team, including Lead QA Build out a wider QA/Test team to work with Business systems, transformation, and others to improve QA practice. Identify gaps in QA function and work with engineering and business leads to build a strategy to fill them Work alongside the QA team to deliver testing inline with developer output. Reporting key quality metrics to senior stakeholders Key Selection Criteria: Ability to lead test and QA strategy across multiple teams Ability to line manage teams and manage managers and lead-level positions Can construct and manage a small-medium sized QA organisation Can coach, manage and mentor the QAs and QA Leads/managers Strong collaborative sense, doesn't throw things over the wall Strong history of working in C++, Typescript, Nodejs Framework experience with Cucumber, Zephyr Scale Capable working daily with SQL Experience performance testing of APIs, Web-Apps and Websites highly beneficial Experience with CI tools (eg. Jenkins etc) Prior API Testing work with REST, Asynchronous WebSocket, FIX Experience with capital markets Understanding of crypto/securities trading Experience producing and reporting management information related QA Other required Skillsets/Traits: Ability and willingness to take ownership, responsibility and accountability of projects Excellent project management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills including problem solving and solution-orientated thinking Energetic personality with the drive to effect change and develop relationships across all levels of the business Degree or relevant industry qualifications Benefits: Competitive salary. Discretionary bonus. Company pension scheme. Comprehensive private healthcare scheme. Death in service benefit. 25 days holiday. Increasing by one day each year up to 30 days. Extra day's holiday for birthday. Being part of an entrepreneurial, exciting, fast-growing, and future thinking company. Opportunities to attend events representing Archax and its vision. Encouragement and support in your personal career development and industry knowledge. Archax is an equal opportunities employer and places a high value on diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any attribute.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Archax is an FCA-regulated exchange, broker and custodian for digital assets, targeted at professional and institutional clients. Our services cover all types of digital assets - from cryptocurrencies to NFTs to digital securities - as well as traditional financial instruments too. Our vision is to develop a truly digital capital markets ecosystem that bridges traditional and crypto markets, leveraging tokenisation and blockchain/DLT/Web3.0 technologies. This is an office based role , you must be able to commute to and work in the City of London as a norm Head of Quality Assurance - reporting to the CTO Archax has reached a growth point in its development and an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Quality Assurance to join the team. They will bring many years of experience supporting a wide variety of systems and technologies preferably from a capital markets environment. The successful applicant will also have worked in an environment where internal developers have built internal capital markets/trading software. They will provide overarching leadership of the quality assurance function and ongoing project-based engineering work across the technology estate, including Nodejs and C++ applications. The team is growing but currently consists of 8 QA engineers, this is expected to grow over the next 12 months. Applicants will have a strong engineering background, be ambitious, bright, motivated and have substantial experience in a highly technical role. Archax is a highly regulated fintech scale-up so experience of working in a rapidly evolving fluid company is vital. The successful applicant must have experience in a firm that has delivered product to external customers. Key Responsibilities: Strategic leadership of the QA function including management of tools Ensuring the construction and running of testing processes including UAT, regression testing, engaging with partner and client teams to ensure these are useful, productive, and run smoothly. QA leadership of large, cross-functional projects either directly or via the QA team Manage the Engineering QA team, including Lead QA Build out a wider QA/Test team to work with Business systems, transformation, and others to improve QA practice. Identify gaps in QA function and work with engineering and business leads to build a strategy to fill them Work alongside the QA team to deliver testing inline with developer output. Reporting key quality metrics to senior stakeholders Key Selection Criteria: Ability to lead test and QA strategy across multiple teams Ability to line manage teams and manage managers and lead-level positions Can construct and manage a small-medium sized QA organisation Can coach, manage and mentor the QAs and QA Leads/managers Strong collaborative sense, doesn't throw things over the wall Strong history of working in C++, Typescript, Nodejs Framework experience with Cucumber, Zephyr Scale Capable working daily with SQL Experience performance testing of APIs, Web-Apps and Websites highly beneficial Experience with CI tools (eg. Jenkins etc) Prior API Testing work with REST, Asynchronous WebSocket, FIX Experience with capital markets Understanding of crypto/securities trading Experience producing and reporting management information related QA Other required Skillsets/Traits: Ability and willingness to take ownership, responsibility and accountability of projects Excellent project management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills including problem solving and solution-orientated thinking Energetic personality with the drive to effect change and develop relationships across all levels of the business Degree or relevant industry qualifications Benefits: Competitive salary. Discretionary bonus. Company pension scheme. Comprehensive private healthcare scheme. Death in service benefit. 25 days holiday. Increasing by one day each year up to 30 days. Extra day's holiday for birthday. Being part of an entrepreneurial, exciting, fast-growing, and future thinking company. Opportunities to attend events representing Archax and its vision. Encouragement and support in your personal career development and industry knowledge. Archax is an equal opportunities employer and places a high value on diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any attribute.
ROLE OVERVIEW Croud is a digital marketing agency with a unique business model , recently named Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023 . We are a highly successful, continually fast-growing agency with ambitious plans for the future. We have a unique agency operating model, which makes things different and exciting; and a brilliant, positive culture. It's a fantastic place to work. We are investing in building products that utilise marketing data to drive unrivalled client performance, as a strategic priority. The role sits in the Tools & Automation tea m, alongside our Data Engineering and Platform teams , and reports to the Head of Automation. An example of a tool is: Unity - which brings together a variety of data sources, intelligence handlers and bidding functions that enable SEO and paid search teams to plan activities for the same client more effectively and to improve marketing performance. The right hire will share Croud's values: Passion: loving what you do and being driven to excel with each new project Imagination: meeting challenges creatively and ready to try new ideas Integrity: accountable and always excellent to one another The role of the Senior Software Engineer, in Croud's Tools team, will l ead on developing internal tools to unlock further client revenue potential , supporting the productionisation of solutions and embedding strong engineering practices in Croud . RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on the technical development of client-facing/revenue-driving tools Work with Head of Automation, Head of Data Engineering and other relevant stakeholders to translate the vision on tool ideas into a technical development roadmap. This entails solution design, as well as the planning of MVPs, features, dependencies, infrastructure/environment setup, testing plans, QA, monitoring & logging, maintenance plans, etc. Manage the maintenance and update/upgrade of deployed tools: CI/CD, parity with changing user requirements, technical updates (e.g. changes in third-party APIs), bug fixes, etc Contribute towards the improvement of tools e.g. new features and upgrades Embed best engineering practices across the company so that engineering services are delivered to a consistent quality across clients, offices, in a compliant manner and cost-effectively Further the growth of software engineering capability: As the team - under the postholder's leadership - begins to showcase the business value tools bring to the business, we want to grow the software engineering arm of the team. Communicate the operation and results of these solutions to internal teams and clients to get feedback and ensure work is delivered per expectations. The Senior Software Engineer is accountable for the successful and efficient development of Croud's client-facing/revenue-driving tools. Key performance indicators include the timeliness with which tools/solutions are delivered, their usage, business value it creates (e.g. additional client revenue), internal (and external where appropriate) client satisfaction, and quality of work (whether the solution is fit for purpose and to the required standard). Croud operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days a week based in our London office and the remaining days from home if you wish. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential: Excellent Python programming skills Proficient Javascript and SQL Strong applications/system design, deployment and maintenance experience on cloud computing platforms, Google Cloud Platform being highly desirable Demonstrable ability to craft maintainable, scalable code, TDD, SOLID software engineering principles Thorough understanding of software engineering and secure development best practices Strong CI/CD experience, Github Actions being highly desirable Productionising software applications, experience with Docker Familiarity with front end technologies, and the ability to develop and maintain user interfaces, mainly for internal applications (using open source frameworks like Flask, Django, Streamlit would be sufficient in many cases) An ability to communicate clearly and effectively about technical topics with very varied types of stakeholders, from client CMOs to software engineers Highly Desirable: Experience with Google BigQuery Experience with infrastructure automation, Terraform Experience with Data Build Tool (dbt) Google Cloud Certifications COMPANY BENEFITS Croud offers a clear path to progression for all members of staff. We are committed to offering development opportunities alongside a support system of regular performance reviews. The opportunities are endless! On completion of the three month probation period every employee is eligible for the benefits listed on our careers site which include: 25 days holiday a year Discretionary annual performance based incentive Sale commission Recruitment referrals bonus Health & Wellbeing contribution Ride to Work scheme Railcard Season Ticket loan Home office chair and home office screen Free fruit, breakfast cereals, snacks and tea & coffee in the office Enhanced maternity and paternity package Life insurance and income protection Medical Cash Plan Pension LinkedIn Learning and access to Croud Campus (our bespoke learning and development platform) Peer to peer recognition scheme 'bonusly' Team off-sites/regular socials Year-round holiday parties Flexible working options Day to make a difference Standard hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm, there's flexibility if agreed in advance with your line managers (it may also be necessary on occasions to work outside of these hours). Croud is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed based on merit, qualifications and their ability to perform the requirements of the role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
ROLE OVERVIEW Croud is a digital marketing agency with a unique business model , recently named Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023 . We are a highly successful, continually fast-growing agency with ambitious plans for the future. We have a unique agency operating model, which makes things different and exciting; and a brilliant, positive culture. It's a fantastic place to work. We are investing in building products that utilise marketing data to drive unrivalled client performance, as a strategic priority. The role sits in the Tools & Automation tea m, alongside our Data Engineering and Platform teams , and reports to the Head of Automation. An example of a tool is: Unity - which brings together a variety of data sources, intelligence handlers and bidding functions that enable SEO and paid search teams to plan activities for the same client more effectively and to improve marketing performance. The right hire will share Croud's values: Passion: loving what you do and being driven to excel with each new project Imagination: meeting challenges creatively and ready to try new ideas Integrity: accountable and always excellent to one another The role of the Senior Software Engineer, in Croud's Tools team, will l ead on developing internal tools to unlock further client revenue potential , supporting the productionisation of solutions and embedding strong engineering practices in Croud . RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on the technical development of client-facing/revenue-driving tools Work with Head of Automation, Head of Data Engineering and other relevant stakeholders to translate the vision on tool ideas into a technical development roadmap. This entails solution design, as well as the planning of MVPs, features, dependencies, infrastructure/environment setup, testing plans, QA, monitoring & logging, maintenance plans, etc. Manage the maintenance and update/upgrade of deployed tools: CI/CD, parity with changing user requirements, technical updates (e.g. changes in third-party APIs), bug fixes, etc Contribute towards the improvement of tools e.g. new features and upgrades Embed best engineering practices across the company so that engineering services are delivered to a consistent quality across clients, offices, in a compliant manner and cost-effectively Further the growth of software engineering capability: As the team - under the postholder's leadership - begins to showcase the business value tools bring to the business, we want to grow the software engineering arm of the team. Communicate the operation and results of these solutions to internal teams and clients to get feedback and ensure work is delivered per expectations. The Senior Software Engineer is accountable for the successful and efficient development of Croud's client-facing/revenue-driving tools. Key performance indicators include the timeliness with which tools/solutions are delivered, their usage, business value it creates (e.g. additional client revenue), internal (and external where appropriate) client satisfaction, and quality of work (whether the solution is fit for purpose and to the required standard). Croud operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days a week based in our London office and the remaining days from home if you wish. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential: Excellent Python programming skills Proficient Javascript and SQL Strong applications/system design, deployment and maintenance experience on cloud computing platforms, Google Cloud Platform being highly desirable Demonstrable ability to craft maintainable, scalable code, TDD, SOLID software engineering principles Thorough understanding of software engineering and secure development best practices Strong CI/CD experience, Github Actions being highly desirable Productionising software applications, experience with Docker Familiarity with front end technologies, and the ability to develop and maintain user interfaces, mainly for internal applications (using open source frameworks like Flask, Django, Streamlit would be sufficient in many cases) An ability to communicate clearly and effectively about technical topics with very varied types of stakeholders, from client CMOs to software engineers Highly Desirable: Experience with Google BigQuery Experience with infrastructure automation, Terraform Experience with Data Build Tool (dbt) Google Cloud Certifications COMPANY BENEFITS Croud offers a clear path to progression for all members of staff. We are committed to offering development opportunities alongside a support system of regular performance reviews. The opportunities are endless! On completion of the three month probation period every employee is eligible for the benefits listed on our careers site which include: 25 days holiday a year Discretionary annual performance based incentive Sale commission Recruitment referrals bonus Health & Wellbeing contribution Ride to Work scheme Railcard Season Ticket loan Home office chair and home office screen Free fruit, breakfast cereals, snacks and tea & coffee in the office Enhanced maternity and paternity package Life insurance and income protection Medical Cash Plan Pension LinkedIn Learning and access to Croud Campus (our bespoke learning and development platform) Peer to peer recognition scheme 'bonusly' Team off-sites/regular socials Year-round holiday parties Flexible working options Day to make a difference Standard hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm, there's flexibility if agreed in advance with your line managers (it may also be necessary on occasions to work outside of these hours). Croud is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed based on merit, qualifications and their ability to perform the requirements of the role.
Software QA Manager Software QA Manager Remote UK - £60000 We are helping an innovative tech business scale their cloud software team. Due to continued growth and demand for their products they now urgently need a Software QA Manager to join them ASAP. This role would suit a Software QA Manager who has experience of leading and managing a small team of test engineers as well as excellent, hands on test automation experience. This role is Remote within the UK The office is based in Milton Keynes To be a successful, the ideal Software QA Manager candidate will have: Strong background in test automation (selenium or playwright) Knowledge of Unit Testing, scripts and frameworks Experience of managing or leading a small team Experience of working in a small but growing team. What is in it for you? As a talented Software QA Manager you can expect: Great salary Up to £60k base commission and Package (neg for the right person) Flexible working An opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the tech sector If you are an ambitious Software QA Manager hit apply and we will do the rest. Please apply with your CV and we will be in touch for a confidential chat. Noa Recruitment specialise in helping Software and Web Professionals and technical talent find great careers. If this role doesn t sound like you, but you know a great person who might be interested then please do share these details with them.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Software QA Manager Software QA Manager Remote UK - £60000 We are helping an innovative tech business scale their cloud software team. Due to continued growth and demand for their products they now urgently need a Software QA Manager to join them ASAP. This role would suit a Software QA Manager who has experience of leading and managing a small team of test engineers as well as excellent, hands on test automation experience. This role is Remote within the UK The office is based in Milton Keynes To be a successful, the ideal Software QA Manager candidate will have: Strong background in test automation (selenium or playwright) Knowledge of Unit Testing, scripts and frameworks Experience of managing or leading a small team Experience of working in a small but growing team. What is in it for you? As a talented Software QA Manager you can expect: Great salary Up to £60k base commission and Package (neg for the right person) Flexible working An opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the tech sector If you are an ambitious Software QA Manager hit apply and we will do the rest. Please apply with your CV and we will be in touch for a confidential chat. Noa Recruitment specialise in helping Software and Web Professionals and technical talent find great careers. If this role doesn t sound like you, but you know a great person who might be interested then please do share these details with them.
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 18, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 18, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 18, 2024
Full time
You might have thought that as Technology Partner of the Year 2023 our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you d be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we re insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we re ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we d love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People / HR Tech. About us: We are the UK s leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We re not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower , is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: It s so intuitive. It s built around how HR advice is actually provided. We re not fitting around the software; the software fits around us . Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you ll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development lifecycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What s on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . 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Quality Assurance Engineering Manager - hybrid working in London An exciting QA Engineering Manager opportunity working for a FTSE 100 business who has begun one of the biggest technology transformation programmes in Europe. Working for this global organisation, you will play a pivotal part in the digital transformation of the technology solutions and technology-led services the business provides to their customers. This is a key hire for the team who are looking for a candidate who can drive software QA engineering strategy and set standards for our product teams. You will be working in a central software engineering team performing a critical role to ensure that they are building the right products and with security considerations from the ground up. You will regularly engage with 3rd parties and Suppliers and be responsible for identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Experience Experience of working in an Agile environment, working closely with Product and other engineers to develop optimal testing coverage. Proven track record of analyzing complex solutions and devising the appropriate test strategies for these solutions. Experience of leading QA engineers to deliver on time and budget Knowledge of industry best practice on software development methodologies Experience in translating complex business requirements into system design, considering technical environment(s), ability of user group to interact with the system and expected life and volatility of system. Experience in an agile and/or DevSecOps environment, including unit testing, behaviour driven development, and continuous integration/continuous deployment Demonstrable experience in defining software metrics and using Static Code Analysis (eg. SonarCloud) or similar tools (eg. CodeScene, Compass) to identify and improve software quality. Proven application of a variety of different approaches to functional testing: Automation, Exploratory, Scripted etc. Automation experience across applications (FE, API, BE), end to end, functional, non-functional and regression testing. Experience of operating across multiple countries and cultures is desirable, but not essential.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Quality Assurance Engineering Manager - hybrid working in London An exciting QA Engineering Manager opportunity working for a FTSE 100 business who has begun one of the biggest technology transformation programmes in Europe. Working for this global organisation, you will play a pivotal part in the digital transformation of the technology solutions and technology-led services the business provides to their customers. This is a key hire for the team who are looking for a candidate who can drive software QA engineering strategy and set standards for our product teams. You will be working in a central software engineering team performing a critical role to ensure that they are building the right products and with security considerations from the ground up. You will regularly engage with 3rd parties and Suppliers and be responsible for identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Experience Experience of working in an Agile environment, working closely with Product and other engineers to develop optimal testing coverage. Proven track record of analyzing complex solutions and devising the appropriate test strategies for these solutions. Experience of leading QA engineers to deliver on time and budget Knowledge of industry best practice on software development methodologies Experience in translating complex business requirements into system design, considering technical environment(s), ability of user group to interact with the system and expected life and volatility of system. Experience in an agile and/or DevSecOps environment, including unit testing, behaviour driven development, and continuous integration/continuous deployment Demonstrable experience in defining software metrics and using Static Code Analysis (eg. SonarCloud) or similar tools (eg. CodeScene, Compass) to identify and improve software quality. Proven application of a variety of different approaches to functional testing: Automation, Exploratory, Scripted etc. Automation experience across applications (FE, API, BE), end to end, functional, non-functional and regression testing. Experience of operating across multiple countries and cultures is desirable, but not essential.
Project Manager Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid Working) We are seeking a Digital Project Manager to join our vibrant digital agency. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented planner who thrives on leading, executing, and controlling multiple digital projects. You will be at the helm of a multi-disciplined team, driving them to meet deadlines and overcome challenges with your exceptional organisational skills. Day-to-day of the role: Plan activities and resources, manage project administration, and update documentation. Work closely with the team to resolve resource clashes and review holiday requests to ensure sufficient coverage. Organise and motivate the project team to achieve peak performance. Control time management to ensure deadlines are consistently met. Estimate costs, control budgets, and manage project risks. Support the wider commercial team and contribute to the overall success of the agency. Required Skills & Qualifications: Solid understanding of software development life cycle models. Expertise in Agile and traditional project management principles, with the ability to tailor methods to fit the project and business environment. Proven track record of implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies. Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience overseeing multi-disciplined project teams including UX, Creative, Developers, and QA. Budgetary control and stakeholder reporting. Proficiency in creating scope of requirements documents, progress reports, and change control documents. Confidence in client meetings, both face-to-face and remote. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong analytical, planning, and organisational skills. Ability to manage competing client demands. Desirable Criteria: Certified SCRUM Master or working towards certification. Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs. Proven ability to establish and maintain high levels of customer trust and confidence. Solid experience in using tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, and all Office software. What's in it for you: Opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment. Hybrid working model, allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Career development opportunities in a growing digital agency. Engaging and collaborative team culture. To apply for this Project Manager role, please submit your CV.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Project Manager Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid Working) We are seeking a Digital Project Manager to join our vibrant digital agency. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented planner who thrives on leading, executing, and controlling multiple digital projects. You will be at the helm of a multi-disciplined team, driving them to meet deadlines and overcome challenges with your exceptional organisational skills. Day-to-day of the role: Plan activities and resources, manage project administration, and update documentation. Work closely with the team to resolve resource clashes and review holiday requests to ensure sufficient coverage. Organise and motivate the project team to achieve peak performance. Control time management to ensure deadlines are consistently met. Estimate costs, control budgets, and manage project risks. Support the wider commercial team and contribute to the overall success of the agency. Required Skills & Qualifications: Solid understanding of software development life cycle models. Expertise in Agile and traditional project management principles, with the ability to tailor methods to fit the project and business environment. Proven track record of implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies. Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience overseeing multi-disciplined project teams including UX, Creative, Developers, and QA. Budgetary control and stakeholder reporting. Proficiency in creating scope of requirements documents, progress reports, and change control documents. Confidence in client meetings, both face-to-face and remote. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong analytical, planning, and organisational skills. Ability to manage competing client demands. Desirable Criteria: Certified SCRUM Master or working towards certification. Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs. Proven ability to establish and maintain high levels of customer trust and confidence. Solid experience in using tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, and all Office software. What's in it for you: Opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment. Hybrid working model, allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Career development opportunities in a growing digital agency. Engaging and collaborative team culture. To apply for this Project Manager role, please submit your CV.
Senior Test Analyst Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office) Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst which will include test strategy input, as well being hands on and mentoring others in the Test team. This role will suit a hands-on Test Lead, or Senior Tester looking to work for an exciting projects, with an ever-growing roadmap. Role will include: Creating and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a mixed and diverse roadmap of projects including ERP Testing and System Integration Testing Creating and preparing Test Scripts Testing status reports Test Planning & Strategy Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong Stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Test Analyst Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office) Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst which will include test strategy input, as well being hands on and mentoring others in the Test team. This role will suit a hands-on Test Lead, or Senior Tester looking to work for an exciting projects, with an ever-growing roadmap. Role will include: Creating and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a mixed and diverse roadmap of projects including ERP Testing and System Integration Testing Creating and preparing Test Scripts Testing status reports Test Planning & Strategy Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong Stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Senior Test Analyst Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office) Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst which will include test strategy input, as well being hands on and mentoring others in the Test team. This role will suit a hands-on Test Lead, or Senior Tester looking to work for an exciting projects, with an ever-growing roadmap. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a mixed and diverse roadmap of projects including ERP Testing, as well as Server Migration Testing (Azure) Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning & Strategy Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
May 17, 2024
Full time
Senior Test Analyst Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office) Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst which will include test strategy input, as well being hands on and mentoring others in the Test team. This role will suit a hands-on Test Lead, or Senior Tester looking to work for an exciting projects, with an ever-growing roadmap. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a mixed and diverse roadmap of projects including ERP Testing, as well as Server Migration Testing (Azure) Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning & Strategy Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Digital Project Manager Scaling UK business Opportunity to own and shape the end to end digital project management process Exciting scaling products utilising latest technologies Development and progression, joining a business growing at pace We are looking for a Digital project or product manager to own and shape the end to end project delivery for scaling digital projects. The business is investing heavily in digital products and this role sits nicely at the heart of the delivery and growth of this area. We are keen to talk with junior Project Mangers, Digital Product Managers who are growing their careers in this exciting arena. Equally, you could be an agency side digital SAM looking for a client side move. Responsibilities: Oversight and support of the Digital's current and future assets Collaborate with stakeholders during the visioning and concept development of a product. Possess a fundamental understanding of end-to-end customer experience integration and dependencies. Managing the product backlog and prioritising them based on changing requirements. Developing comprehensive estimates, timelines, and project plans, adapting them as needed to accommodate evolving needs. Implement QA to ensure product quality, identify potential project risks, and address them proactively as well as being the first point contact for stakeholder liaison, managing expectations and pre-empting difficulties Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development. Develop scope and define backlog items (epics/features/user stories) that guide the software development team. Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints. Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process. Solve product-related problems, make decisions, complete trade-off analysis to stay on track towards business deliverable commitments. Act as an ambassador for the product internally and externally and as the primary contact for queries related to the product. Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates. Identify new opportunities to expand and improve new IT network. Assisting with reporting requirements as needed by senior management. Desirable Skills A minimum of 2 years' experience as either a Digital Project Manager, Digital Producer, Digital Product Owner or similar. Proficiency in project management methodologies, including issue resolution, risk management, work planning, resource management, and team coordination. Solid understanding of web development, system design, and project management. Experience in workflow management like Jira or similar Experience working within Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. A collaborative team player who contributes to best practices and knowledge sharing, while also being comfortable working independently. Highly adaptable and composed under pressure, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Digital Project Manager Scaling UK business Opportunity to own and shape the end to end digital project management process Exciting scaling products utilising latest technologies Development and progression, joining a business growing at pace We are looking for a Digital project or product manager to own and shape the end to end project delivery for scaling digital projects. The business is investing heavily in digital products and this role sits nicely at the heart of the delivery and growth of this area. We are keen to talk with junior Project Mangers, Digital Product Managers who are growing their careers in this exciting arena. Equally, you could be an agency side digital SAM looking for a client side move. Responsibilities: Oversight and support of the Digital's current and future assets Collaborate with stakeholders during the visioning and concept development of a product. Possess a fundamental understanding of end-to-end customer experience integration and dependencies. Managing the product backlog and prioritising them based on changing requirements. Developing comprehensive estimates, timelines, and project plans, adapting them as needed to accommodate evolving needs. Implement QA to ensure product quality, identify potential project risks, and address them proactively as well as being the first point contact for stakeholder liaison, managing expectations and pre-empting difficulties Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development. Develop scope and define backlog items (epics/features/user stories) that guide the software development team. Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints. Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process. Solve product-related problems, make decisions, complete trade-off analysis to stay on track towards business deliverable commitments. Act as an ambassador for the product internally and externally and as the primary contact for queries related to the product. Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates. Identify new opportunities to expand and improve new IT network. Assisting with reporting requirements as needed by senior management. Desirable Skills A minimum of 2 years' experience as either a Digital Project Manager, Digital Producer, Digital Product Owner or similar. Proficiency in project management methodologies, including issue resolution, risk management, work planning, resource management, and team coordination. Solid understanding of web development, system design, and project management. Experience in workflow management like Jira or similar Experience working within Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. A collaborative team player who contributes to best practices and knowledge sharing, while also being comfortable working independently. Highly adaptable and composed under pressure, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Product to lead our product management efforts and drive the strategic development of our loan origination software. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in product management, particularly within the fintech industry, and a passion for innovation and customer-centricity. As the Head of Product, you will play a pivotal role in defining our product strategy, shaping our roadmap and processes, and helping us build the product team to deliver exceptional results at scale. Implementation to enterprise customers is a significant aspect of this role, requiring the successful candidate to oversee the development and execution of implementation plans, collaborate closely with client stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams, and ensure smooth onboarding, customisation, and integration of Mast's software solutions. This role is based in our London HQ office and reports directly to the founding team (CPO & CEO). Responsibilities Develop and execute the product vision and strategy in alignment with Mast's overall business objectives and market trends. Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Drive product discovery, prioritisation, and delivery processes, ensuring that product initiatives are well-defined, feasible, and aligned with customer needs. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to translate product requirements into actionable plans and deliverables. Champion a user and customer-centric approach to product development, leveraging data insights, user feedback, and market research to inform decision-making. Monitor and analyse key product metrics and KPIs to evaluate product performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive growth. Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements, and incorporate relevant insights into product strategy and roadmap planning. Perform ongoing analysis and research of customer requests and competitor capabilities Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and internal teams, to ensure successful product launches and ongoing customer satisfaction. Lead the implementation and delivery process for enterprise clients, collaborating closely with client stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams to ensure smooth onboarding, customisation, and integration of Mast's software solutions. Oversee the development and execution of implementation plans, including scoping, resource allocation, risk assessment, and timeline management, to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement in the implementation and delivery process, identifying areas for optimisation, standardisation, and automation to enhance efficiency and scalability. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 8+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on developing software products in the fintech or financial services industry. Proven leadership experience, with a track record of successfully leading high-performing product teams and driving results in a fast-paced environment. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable product plans and roadmaps. Strong experience in scaling multi-tenanted software for enterprise clients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making at all levels of the organisation. Deep understanding of agile methodologies, product management best practices, and software development lifecycle processes. Deep understanding of aspects within the product development lifecycle, including product strategy building, requirements definition, UX / UI, engineering, QA and release Passion for innovation, technology, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Extensive Knowledge of Fintech & banking/finance Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. Desirable Experience with loan origination software or financial technology products is highly desirable. Salary Range £100,000 - £120,000 + competitive stock options
May 17, 2024
Full time
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Product to lead our product management efforts and drive the strategic development of our loan origination software. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in product management, particularly within the fintech industry, and a passion for innovation and customer-centricity. As the Head of Product, you will play a pivotal role in defining our product strategy, shaping our roadmap and processes, and helping us build the product team to deliver exceptional results at scale. Implementation to enterprise customers is a significant aspect of this role, requiring the successful candidate to oversee the development and execution of implementation plans, collaborate closely with client stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams, and ensure smooth onboarding, customisation, and integration of Mast's software solutions. This role is based in our London HQ office and reports directly to the founding team (CPO & CEO). Responsibilities Develop and execute the product vision and strategy in alignment with Mast's overall business objectives and market trends. Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Drive product discovery, prioritisation, and delivery processes, ensuring that product initiatives are well-defined, feasible, and aligned with customer needs. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to translate product requirements into actionable plans and deliverables. Champion a user and customer-centric approach to product development, leveraging data insights, user feedback, and market research to inform decision-making. Monitor and analyse key product metrics and KPIs to evaluate product performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive growth. Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements, and incorporate relevant insights into product strategy and roadmap planning. Perform ongoing analysis and research of customer requests and competitor capabilities Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and internal teams, to ensure successful product launches and ongoing customer satisfaction. Lead the implementation and delivery process for enterprise clients, collaborating closely with client stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams to ensure smooth onboarding, customisation, and integration of Mast's software solutions. Oversee the development and execution of implementation plans, including scoping, resource allocation, risk assessment, and timeline management, to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement in the implementation and delivery process, identifying areas for optimisation, standardisation, and automation to enhance efficiency and scalability. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 8+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on developing software products in the fintech or financial services industry. Proven leadership experience, with a track record of successfully leading high-performing product teams and driving results in a fast-paced environment. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable product plans and roadmaps. Strong experience in scaling multi-tenanted software for enterprise clients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making at all levels of the organisation. Deep understanding of agile methodologies, product management best practices, and software development lifecycle processes. Deep understanding of aspects within the product development lifecycle, including product strategy building, requirements definition, UX / UI, engineering, QA and release Passion for innovation, technology, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Extensive Knowledge of Fintech & banking/finance Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. Desirable Experience with loan origination software or financial technology products is highly desirable. Salary Range £100,000 - £120,000 + competitive stock options
For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing. Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive. Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector. About the role and our Engineering team Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion! Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. How you will make a difference The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department. The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies. You are responsible for Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals. Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality. Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement. Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing. Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality. Technical requirements In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing. Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent. Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts. Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting. Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues. Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams. Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance. Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities. Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices. Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing. Skills and experience Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles. Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous. What's in it for you Private medical care and cash plan Flexible working hours Continuous training Cycle scheme and sponsored gym Learning and development Wellness and mindfulness perks Colleague volunteering Life assurance Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients Our culture We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape. Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed. Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer's biggest challenges and help them get ahead. Embrace every opportunity: We're inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers. Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way. What to expect We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we're keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career. Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better. Lendscape is for everyone Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work - a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We're a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. We look forward to connecting with you.
May 17, 2024
Full time
For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing. Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive. Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector. About the role and our Engineering team Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion! Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. How you will make a difference The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department. The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies. You are responsible for Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals. Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality. Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement. Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing. Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality. Technical requirements In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing. Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent. Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts. Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting. Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues. Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams. Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance. Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities. Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices. Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing. Skills and experience Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles. Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous. What's in it for you Private medical care and cash plan Flexible working hours Continuous training Cycle scheme and sponsored gym Learning and development Wellness and mindfulness perks Colleague volunteering Life assurance Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients Our culture We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape. Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed. Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer's biggest challenges and help them get ahead. Embrace every opportunity: We're inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers. Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way. What to expect We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we're keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career. Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better. Lendscape is for everyone Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work - a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We're a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. We look forward to connecting with you.
Job Summary As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be responsible for leading an engineering squad within the Identity Engineering organisation. You will be empowered to make technical and architectural decisions, and to influence the roadmap for your squad and the wider team, working in partnership with your peers across Product, Project Management and Engineering. You will contribute to and be part of an engaging, dynamic and inclusive engineering organisation, grounded in scrum and agile practices, CI/CD, great collaboration, functional programming and motivated by a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Identity Engineering delivers Consumer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) capabilities across The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) including but not limited to: D isney +, Hulu, ESPN+, and Parks. Identity Engineering squads build and run high-traffic and globally replicated systems which form an integral and visible part of every user's journey at Disney properties. The Data Storage and Tooling squad are responsible for designing, building, testing, maintaining and supporting multiple services that permit TWDC to read and write customer data in a highly available and performant manner whilst ensuring strict data guarantees. They are also responsible for creating tooling to enable the safe and secure migration of data as part of our ongoing work to improve our customer's experiences. The Opportunity & Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of stateful microservices and lambdas in a multi-region cloud environment. Promote and support Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Scrumban by leading regular ceremonies such as stand-up, retrospectives and sprint planning. Mentor engineers within your squad (and beyond!) to help them improve their technical ability and build their profile within and outside of the organisation. Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA, Operations, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and articulate technical decisions and outcomes. The Experience We Require From You: Familiarity with at least one of the following Java Virtual Machine (JVM) languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin. Familiarity with at least one of the following cloud providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Compute (GCP), or Microsoft Azure. Desirable Skills Familiarity with the Scala programming language and popular frameworks such as: Cats, Cats Effect, ZIO, and http4s. Familiarity with both object oriented programming (OOP) and functional programming (FP) best practices. Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Terraform, and infrastructure as code ( IaC ) best practices. The Perks: 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Disney+ Subscription Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST. About Disney Streaming This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment. Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world. About The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job Summary As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be responsible for leading an engineering squad within the Identity Engineering organisation. You will be empowered to make technical and architectural decisions, and to influence the roadmap for your squad and the wider team, working in partnership with your peers across Product, Project Management and Engineering. You will contribute to and be part of an engaging, dynamic and inclusive engineering organisation, grounded in scrum and agile practices, CI/CD, great collaboration, functional programming and motivated by a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Identity Engineering delivers Consumer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) capabilities across The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) including but not limited to: D isney +, Hulu, ESPN+, and Parks. Identity Engineering squads build and run high-traffic and globally replicated systems which form an integral and visible part of every user's journey at Disney properties. The Data Storage and Tooling squad are responsible for designing, building, testing, maintaining and supporting multiple services that permit TWDC to read and write customer data in a highly available and performant manner whilst ensuring strict data guarantees. They are also responsible for creating tooling to enable the safe and secure migration of data as part of our ongoing work to improve our customer's experiences. The Opportunity & Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of stateful microservices and lambdas in a multi-region cloud environment. Promote and support Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Scrumban by leading regular ceremonies such as stand-up, retrospectives and sprint planning. Mentor engineers within your squad (and beyond!) to help them improve their technical ability and build their profile within and outside of the organisation. Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA, Operations, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and articulate technical decisions and outcomes. The Experience We Require From You: Familiarity with at least one of the following Java Virtual Machine (JVM) languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin. Familiarity with at least one of the following cloud providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Compute (GCP), or Microsoft Azure. Desirable Skills Familiarity with the Scala programming language and popular frameworks such as: Cats, Cats Effect, ZIO, and http4s. Familiarity with both object oriented programming (OOP) and functional programming (FP) best practices. Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Terraform, and infrastructure as code ( IaC ) best practices. The Perks: 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Disney+ Subscription Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST. About Disney Streaming This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment. Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world. About The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
Who you'll be working for: Situated in Yorkshire and Liverpool, Blacklight Software are a forward thinking Microsoft Gold Partner specialising in Microsoft solutions and bespoke software development. Our in-house team of Business Analysts, Project Managers and Software Developers are experts in creating and delivering software solutions for all of our customers. Offering a consultative and comprehensive approach, we provide our clients with the assurance they need to make us the digital partner of choice. What's in it for you: Blacklight Software are looking to hire a Level 4 Software Developer Apprentice to join our development team. Initially you will be on a guided learning path to gain exposure to the technologies we use, especially around Microsoft's cloud stack (Azure, Office 365). Once completed you will join the development team and contribute to successful projects. In addition to project work, Blacklight Software will sponsor your continued learning on the Software Developer Apprenticeship L4. Working at Blacklight provides a lot of variety. Combined with regular knowledge sharing sessions, this is a great opportunity to learn. Duties: You will be responsible for: Coding, in a manner consistent with published coding standards, as part of a team to ensure all objectives are delivered to a high standard of quality and accuracy Working closely with other members of the team by understanding your own contribution to the team's goals, taking ownership of any potential problems to ensure they are resolved Designing technically and documenting aspects of the software project, including but not limited to database, business rules and presentation. Documentation must be produced to a high level of accuracy, be unambiguous, and kept up to date Identifying and highlighting where productivity gains can be achieved either through new techniques or adoption of programming tools. If appropriate design, develop and implement programming tools for internal use Helping the project managers identify and classify programming defects and then develop a solution for these defects that satisfies the specification Deploying updates onto target infrastructure, performing any necessary system tests and ensuring accuracy of deployment, either remotely or on a customer's site Performing other functions as required by line manager or Blacklight Software senior management Desired skills and qualities: Enthusiastic software developer with experience working within the .NET ecosystem during your L4 apprentice program Passionate about writing software and will be familiar with techniques used to delivering high quality, tested, scalable and maintainable code Adaptable. As a software agency we get requests to do weird and wonderful things with weird and wonderful technologies. This should excite you! You will have an appetite to learn and will share your findings Desired experience: Agile Methodologies TDD JavaScript Office 365 Azure 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 qualifications. For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website. Salary: Onboarding and Initial Training: 3 months (stage1) Starting Salary of £16k Further Training: 3 months (stage 2) Salary of £18k Gaining Experience: 12 months (stage 3) Salary of £20k End Position: Salary of £25k Working week: 37.5 hours per week Benefits: Arcade machine Training available material for MS certifications Free on-site parking Casual dress code Friendly atmosphere Coffee machine Free Tea/Coffee/fruit Flexible working hours can be arranged if required 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 tracks. 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 succeed. Apply now!
May 17, 2024
Full time
Who you'll be working for: Situated in Yorkshire and Liverpool, Blacklight Software are a forward thinking Microsoft Gold Partner specialising in Microsoft solutions and bespoke software development. Our in-house team of Business Analysts, Project Managers and Software Developers are experts in creating and delivering software solutions for all of our customers. Offering a consultative and comprehensive approach, we provide our clients with the assurance they need to make us the digital partner of choice. What's in it for you: Blacklight Software are looking to hire a Level 4 Software Developer Apprentice to join our development team. Initially you will be on a guided learning path to gain exposure to the technologies we use, especially around Microsoft's cloud stack (Azure, Office 365). Once completed you will join the development team and contribute to successful projects. In addition to project work, Blacklight Software will sponsor your continued learning on the Software Developer Apprenticeship L4. Working at Blacklight provides a lot of variety. Combined with regular knowledge sharing sessions, this is a great opportunity to learn. Duties: You will be responsible for: Coding, in a manner consistent with published coding standards, as part of a team to ensure all objectives are delivered to a high standard of quality and accuracy Working closely with other members of the team by understanding your own contribution to the team's goals, taking ownership of any potential problems to ensure they are resolved Designing technically and documenting aspects of the software project, including but not limited to database, business rules and presentation. Documentation must be produced to a high level of accuracy, be unambiguous, and kept up to date Identifying and highlighting where productivity gains can be achieved either through new techniques or adoption of programming tools. If appropriate design, develop and implement programming tools for internal use Helping the project managers identify and classify programming defects and then develop a solution for these defects that satisfies the specification Deploying updates onto target infrastructure, performing any necessary system tests and ensuring accuracy of deployment, either remotely or on a customer's site Performing other functions as required by line manager or Blacklight Software senior management Desired skills and qualities: Enthusiastic software developer with experience working within the .NET ecosystem during your L4 apprentice program Passionate about writing software and will be familiar with techniques used to delivering high quality, tested, scalable and maintainable code Adaptable. As a software agency we get requests to do weird and wonderful things with weird and wonderful technologies. This should excite you! You will have an appetite to learn and will share your findings Desired experience: Agile Methodologies TDD JavaScript Office 365 Azure 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 qualifications. For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website. Salary: Onboarding and Initial Training: 3 months (stage1) Starting Salary of £16k Further Training: 3 months (stage 2) Salary of £18k Gaining Experience: 12 months (stage 3) Salary of £20k End Position: Salary of £25k Working week: 37.5 hours per week Benefits: Arcade machine Training available material for MS certifications Free on-site parking Casual dress code Friendly atmosphere Coffee machine Free Tea/Coffee/fruit Flexible working hours can be arranged if required 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 tracks. 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 succeed. Apply now!
Do you have a solid QA track record? Strong on Automation? A respected lead/mentor of juniors? Knowledgeable in the Microsoft stack, especially Azure and Specflow? We are Preservica, and we are changing the way organisations safeguard their digital information. Our projects are at the razor's edge of commercial software solutions, addressing the need for smart digital preservation technologies. As a world leader in digital preservation, our award-winning software is used by leading businesses, archives, libraries, museums, and government organisations across the globe. To maintain our growth, we believe in hiring strong technical talent and supporting that talent to grow with us, and we are looking for a Lead Quality Engineer to join our team. The Role Working on Preserve365, our revolutionary Microsoft 365 Active Digital Preservation solution, the Lead Quality Engineer will lead the technical direction of the automation framework and the overall efforts and output of the P365 QA team. Operating within an Agile/Kanban environment, you will also be responsible for evaluating and writing feature files/step definitions, reviewing existing test cases for automation, maintaining internal jobs within Preservica's CI tool, and playing a key part in the ongoing maturity of Preservica's Quality Assurance function, which will include evaluating Playwright for future use. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Maintain and contribute to the automation framework. Act as the automation SME and mentor for other staff members. Define and champion the coding practices associated with the P365 Teams' Automation function. Write well-designed, maintainable feature files and step definitions, following established coding practices. Review stories, attend refinements and other ceremonies to get any clarifications, and provide timely and meaningful feedback as appropriate. Expand the automation capability to increase product coverage across the regression test suites. Execute manual test cases and exploratory testing where necessary. Review test cases and feature files produced by others, as well as code reviews for pull requests. Benefits 25 days holiday (inc Xmas break) 4x salary life insurance Annual performance bonus up to 6% company pension contribution Share options after one year Additional Information This Lead Quality Engineer position will be a hybrid role with time split between home working and regular office days. Essential Skills You should have: Familiarity with Agile development practices, including Agile testing. 5+ years of testing, design, and execution experience, and skilled in automation Familiarity with Azure-based software. Strong coding skills in C# with Selenium and Specflow. Good knowledge of Selenium, Cucumber, Gherkin, BDD, and TDD. Adept with API testing tools such as Swagger and Postman. Desirable Skills Degree-level education in an engineering/software/system-related subject or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience. Able to work to tight deadlines, work closely with other QA engineers and Software Engineers, Product Owners, Agile Delivery Managers and the Release Manager Familiar with modern source control techniques/tools, such as Github. Knowledge of MS365, Sharepoint, and Teams is desirable. About Company What we offer: We are an open, progressive employer who values our staff as the heart of our business. As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer tangible career development opportunities and dedicated training time to support professional growth. Our benefits package includes life insurance, private health insurance, and a range of other employee benefits. Preservica is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Come join US!
May 17, 2024
Full time
Do you have a solid QA track record? Strong on Automation? A respected lead/mentor of juniors? Knowledgeable in the Microsoft stack, especially Azure and Specflow? We are Preservica, and we are changing the way organisations safeguard their digital information. Our projects are at the razor's edge of commercial software solutions, addressing the need for smart digital preservation technologies. As a world leader in digital preservation, our award-winning software is used by leading businesses, archives, libraries, museums, and government organisations across the globe. To maintain our growth, we believe in hiring strong technical talent and supporting that talent to grow with us, and we are looking for a Lead Quality Engineer to join our team. The Role Working on Preserve365, our revolutionary Microsoft 365 Active Digital Preservation solution, the Lead Quality Engineer will lead the technical direction of the automation framework and the overall efforts and output of the P365 QA team. Operating within an Agile/Kanban environment, you will also be responsible for evaluating and writing feature files/step definitions, reviewing existing test cases for automation, maintaining internal jobs within Preservica's CI tool, and playing a key part in the ongoing maturity of Preservica's Quality Assurance function, which will include evaluating Playwright for future use. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Maintain and contribute to the automation framework. Act as the automation SME and mentor for other staff members. Define and champion the coding practices associated with the P365 Teams' Automation function. Write well-designed, maintainable feature files and step definitions, following established coding practices. Review stories, attend refinements and other ceremonies to get any clarifications, and provide timely and meaningful feedback as appropriate. Expand the automation capability to increase product coverage across the regression test suites. Execute manual test cases and exploratory testing where necessary. Review test cases and feature files produced by others, as well as code reviews for pull requests. Benefits 25 days holiday (inc Xmas break) 4x salary life insurance Annual performance bonus up to 6% company pension contribution Share options after one year Additional Information This Lead Quality Engineer position will be a hybrid role with time split between home working and regular office days. Essential Skills You should have: Familiarity with Agile development practices, including Agile testing. 5+ years of testing, design, and execution experience, and skilled in automation Familiarity with Azure-based software. Strong coding skills in C# with Selenium and Specflow. Good knowledge of Selenium, Cucumber, Gherkin, BDD, and TDD. Adept with API testing tools such as Swagger and Postman. Desirable Skills Degree-level education in an engineering/software/system-related subject or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience. Able to work to tight deadlines, work closely with other QA engineers and Software Engineers, Product Owners, Agile Delivery Managers and the Release Manager Familiar with modern source control techniques/tools, such as Github. Knowledge of MS365, Sharepoint, and Teams is desirable. About Company What we offer: We are an open, progressive employer who values our staff as the heart of our business. As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer tangible career development opportunities and dedicated training time to support professional growth. Our benefits package includes life insurance, private health insurance, and a range of other employee benefits. Preservica is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Come join US!