PSA Engineer - Distribution | ADMS, SCADA, OMS | £75-85k (Flexible) | UK-Wide | Hybrid UK-wide (nearest office, 2 days/week onsite) Permanent £75-85k (flexible) Must have UK citizenship or ILR - no sponsorship available You'll bring: Hands-on experience with ADMS platforms, including DMS, OMS, SCADA, and DER Strong technical background in C/C++/C#, Oracle SQL, Linux, and Python Familiarity with Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Volt Var Control (IVVC), and FLISR/FDIR Experience with system replication, FAT/SAT testing, and defect analysis Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution grids, CIM modelling, and remote diagnostics What you'll do: Design, implement, and optimise ADMS solutions to meet operational goals Lead deployments and upgrades of ADMS systems with minimal disruption Troubleshoot and resolve issues across SCADA, OMS, and DMS applications Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure system performance Support model migration, CIM transformation, and advanced power systems development Nice to have: Exposure to Jasper Reports, Cassandra, Docker, Jenkins Understanding of NERC CIP standards, TCP/IP protocols, and network troubleshooting Experience working with Electric Utilities or System Operators Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
09/10/2025
Full time
PSA Engineer - Distribution | ADMS, SCADA, OMS | £75-85k (Flexible) | UK-Wide | Hybrid UK-wide (nearest office, 2 days/week onsite) Permanent £75-85k (flexible) Must have UK citizenship or ILR - no sponsorship available You'll bring: Hands-on experience with ADMS platforms, including DMS, OMS, SCADA, and DER Strong technical background in C/C++/C#, Oracle SQL, Linux, and Python Familiarity with Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Volt Var Control (IVVC), and FLISR/FDIR Experience with system replication, FAT/SAT testing, and defect analysis Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution grids, CIM modelling, and remote diagnostics What you'll do: Design, implement, and optimise ADMS solutions to meet operational goals Lead deployments and upgrades of ADMS systems with minimal disruption Troubleshoot and resolve issues across SCADA, OMS, and DMS applications Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure system performance Support model migration, CIM transformation, and advanced power systems development Nice to have: Exposure to Jasper Reports, Cassandra, Docker, Jenkins Understanding of NERC CIP standards, TCP/IP protocols, and network troubleshooting Experience working with Electric Utilities or System Operators Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven EV Business Developer to drive growth across our charging infrastructure, fleet electrification, and software solutions portfolio. This role is pivotal in identifying new opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding our presence in the rapidly evolving e-mobility sector. You will engage directly with enterprise clients, fleet operators, property owners, and technology partners to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that accelerate the transition to sustainable transport. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities in EV charging, fleet decarbonisation, and EV software platforms. Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects across multiple sectors including fleet, property, logistics, and public sector. Lead contract negotiations and manage the full sales cycle from initial engagement to close. Partnerships & Client Management Build and nurture long-term relationships with key decision-makers, fleet operators, energy providers, and software partners. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring solutions are tailored to their operational and commercial needs. Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, product, operations) to design and deliver end-to-end solutions. Market Development Monitor market trends, regulatory frameworks, and competitor activity within the EV ecosystem. Provide insights and recommendations to influence strategy, product development, and go-to-market approaches. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. Skills & Experience Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management, ideally in EV charging, fleet management, energy, or SaaS/software. Strong understanding of e-mobility ecosystems, including charging infrastructure, fleet electrification, energy management, and digital platforms. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Commercially astute, with experience in building business cases and delivering against revenue targets. Ability to manage complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders. A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Piper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
03/10/2025
Full time
About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven EV Business Developer to drive growth across our charging infrastructure, fleet electrification, and software solutions portfolio. This role is pivotal in identifying new opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding our presence in the rapidly evolving e-mobility sector. You will engage directly with enterprise clients, fleet operators, property owners, and technology partners to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that accelerate the transition to sustainable transport. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities in EV charging, fleet decarbonisation, and EV software platforms. Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects across multiple sectors including fleet, property, logistics, and public sector. Lead contract negotiations and manage the full sales cycle from initial engagement to close. Partnerships & Client Management Build and nurture long-term relationships with key decision-makers, fleet operators, energy providers, and software partners. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring solutions are tailored to their operational and commercial needs. Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, product, operations) to design and deliver end-to-end solutions. Market Development Monitor market trends, regulatory frameworks, and competitor activity within the EV ecosystem. Provide insights and recommendations to influence strategy, product development, and go-to-market approaches. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. Skills & Experience Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management, ideally in EV charging, fleet management, energy, or SaaS/software. Strong understanding of e-mobility ecosystems, including charging infrastructure, fleet electrification, energy management, and digital platforms. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Commercially astute, with experience in building business cases and delivering against revenue targets. Ability to manage complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders. A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Piper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholders empowering organizations to grow, build sustainable competitive advantage, and drive positive societal impact. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives that question the status quo and spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting, technology and design, and corporate and digital ventures. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, fuelled by the goal of helping our clients thrive and enabling them to make the world a better place. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. What You'll Do We are seeking a Manager with IT Consulting and tech experience in Commodity Trading to join our team and lead transformational initiatives in the evolving energy markets. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of business, technology, and trading operations, advising leading utilities, IOCs, merchant traders, renewables developers and owners, small digital start-up traders and other market participants on how to optimize, modernize and transform their IT landscapes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering end-to-end IT solutions - from classical ETRM implementations to modern cloud-based data-centric platforms, real-time risk management solutions, and innovative digital and AI solutions for energy trading organisations. You will lead client engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, helping them navigate regulatory requirements, embrace new technologies, and build the trading capabilities of the future. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to unlock additional value from asset-backed trading, origination and prop trading, to build new or improved trading capabilities and solutions and/or solve their modernisation and digitalization problems. You will help to understand their key challenges, define tech visions and IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project, you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients' problems. Together with our clients, you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring We're looking for exceptional talent with strong IT Consulting experience with exposure to the Commodity Trading Domain. Specifically, we are looking for expertise in the following areas: 10-15 years of professional experience since graduation, with a solid track record in IT consulting and project delivery. Significant exposure to Energy Trading IT landscapes, with hands-on experience in Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems, short-term trading, market access, or related data-centric platforms. Prior work with international energy companies, and/or specialized commodity trading firms highly desirable. Bachelor's degree as a minimum requirement in a STEM related subject area. Computer Science Degree preferred Additional certifications in energy trading, risk management, or IT consulting (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, Cloud certifications) are a plus. Energy Trading IT Systems & Platforms: Hands-on experience with ETRM systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Aspect, Openlink, or similar), including trade capture, risk management, control and reporting, settlement, and regulatory reporting (REMIT, EMIR). Knowledge of Nomination and Scheduling systems, including interaction with Transmission System Operators (TSOs) for power and gas. Familiarity with Short-Term Trading systems supporting day-ahead, intraday, and balancing markets, ideally with exposure to algorithmic/automated trading solutions. Understanding of Market Access platforms (OTC, exchange, broker integration) and trading certificates/licensing requirements. Experience with Market Data Management platforms (price curves, weather/meteorological data, analytics) and integration with downstream systems. Exposure to Finance and Controlling systems used in trading operations (billing, settlement, accounting, cost/controlling). Energy Trading Value Chain & Processes: Knowledge of the end-to-end trade lifecycle, including portfolio management, deal negotiation, trade capture, confirmation, physical and financial settlement, and risk management. Understanding of portfolio optimization and forecasting models (short-, mid-, and long-term horizons). Experience working with valuation and risk frameworks (e.g., Value-at-Risk (VaR), credit risk management, P&L scenarios). Technology & Transformation Skills: Experience delivering digital and cloud-based solutions for trading landscapes (Azure, AWS, or similar). Familiarity with Lean ETRM concepts and modular IT landscapes (e.g., microservices, APIs, containerized solutions). Strong background in data platforms, analytics, and integration for trading use cases (real-time data feeds, pricing, forecasting, optimization). Knowledge of automation and algorithmic trading capabilities in the context of power and gas trading. Domain Experience: Practical experience in Energy Trading markets (ideally power and gas but oil/LNG knowledge also helpful, with exposure to renewables integration). Familiarity with products, deal types, and counterparties across OTC and exchange markets (e.g., forwards, futures, options, swaps, day-ahead, intraday, structured products, PPAs). Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in European or global energy trading markets. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
01/10/2025
Full time
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholders empowering organizations to grow, build sustainable competitive advantage, and drive positive societal impact. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives that question the status quo and spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting, technology and design, and corporate and digital ventures. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, fuelled by the goal of helping our clients thrive and enabling them to make the world a better place. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. What You'll Do We are seeking a Manager with IT Consulting and tech experience in Commodity Trading to join our team and lead transformational initiatives in the evolving energy markets. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of business, technology, and trading operations, advising leading utilities, IOCs, merchant traders, renewables developers and owners, small digital start-up traders and other market participants on how to optimize, modernize and transform their IT landscapes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering end-to-end IT solutions - from classical ETRM implementations to modern cloud-based data-centric platforms, real-time risk management solutions, and innovative digital and AI solutions for energy trading organisations. You will lead client engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, helping them navigate regulatory requirements, embrace new technologies, and build the trading capabilities of the future. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to unlock additional value from asset-backed trading, origination and prop trading, to build new or improved trading capabilities and solutions and/or solve their modernisation and digitalization problems. You will help to understand their key challenges, define tech visions and IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project, you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients' problems. Together with our clients, you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring We're looking for exceptional talent with strong IT Consulting experience with exposure to the Commodity Trading Domain. Specifically, we are looking for expertise in the following areas: 10-15 years of professional experience since graduation, with a solid track record in IT consulting and project delivery. Significant exposure to Energy Trading IT landscapes, with hands-on experience in Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems, short-term trading, market access, or related data-centric platforms. Prior work with international energy companies, and/or specialized commodity trading firms highly desirable. Bachelor's degree as a minimum requirement in a STEM related subject area. Computer Science Degree preferred Additional certifications in energy trading, risk management, or IT consulting (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, Cloud certifications) are a plus. Energy Trading IT Systems & Platforms: Hands-on experience with ETRM systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Aspect, Openlink, or similar), including trade capture, risk management, control and reporting, settlement, and regulatory reporting (REMIT, EMIR). Knowledge of Nomination and Scheduling systems, including interaction with Transmission System Operators (TSOs) for power and gas. Familiarity with Short-Term Trading systems supporting day-ahead, intraday, and balancing markets, ideally with exposure to algorithmic/automated trading solutions. Understanding of Market Access platforms (OTC, exchange, broker integration) and trading certificates/licensing requirements. Experience with Market Data Management platforms (price curves, weather/meteorological data, analytics) and integration with downstream systems. Exposure to Finance and Controlling systems used in trading operations (billing, settlement, accounting, cost/controlling). Energy Trading Value Chain & Processes: Knowledge of the end-to-end trade lifecycle, including portfolio management, deal negotiation, trade capture, confirmation, physical and financial settlement, and risk management. Understanding of portfolio optimization and forecasting models (short-, mid-, and long-term horizons). Experience working with valuation and risk frameworks (e.g., Value-at-Risk (VaR), credit risk management, P&L scenarios). Technology & Transformation Skills: Experience delivering digital and cloud-based solutions for trading landscapes (Azure, AWS, or similar). Familiarity with Lean ETRM concepts and modular IT landscapes (e.g., microservices, APIs, containerized solutions). Strong background in data platforms, analytics, and integration for trading use cases (real-time data feeds, pricing, forecasting, optimization). Knowledge of automation and algorithmic trading capabilities in the context of power and gas trading. Domain Experience: Practical experience in Energy Trading markets (ideally power and gas but oil/LNG knowledge also helpful, with exposure to renewables integration). Familiarity with products, deal types, and counterparties across OTC and exchange markets (e.g., forwards, futures, options, swaps, day-ahead, intraday, structured products, PPAs). Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in European or global energy trading markets. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Business Development Manager - Industrial Engineering Sector Full-Time UK-Based Field & Office-Based Hybrid Intro A leading UK manufacturer of specialist materials and components is expanding its commercial team and looking for an experienced Business Development Manager . This is a strategic role focused on driving growth through client engagement, technical sales, and market expansion within heavy-wear industries. What to Expect As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for developing and managing relationships with both new and existing clients across sectors such as mining, quarrying, cement, and energy. Your core focus will be promoting engineered abrasion-resistant solutions, from fabricated parts to complete refurbishment services. The role combines both technical consultation and commercial strategy, with full support from internal technical and production teams. Key responsibilities include: Developing and executing growth strategies across new and existing markets Presenting technical product solutions to engineers and decision-makers Expanding reverse engineering and refurbishment offerings to plant operators Managing the full sales lifecycle: from lead generation and quoting to closing and aftersales Collaborating with internal teams to deliver customised solutions and forecasts Regular UK-wide client visits with some flexibility for remote/home-based working What We Need From You Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in engineered or abrasion-resistant materials A solid understanding of fabrication, wear plate, or chrome carbide products is highly advantageous Strong technical background and ability to understand client requirements Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to influence technical buyers A creative and strategic mindset for market development Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working independently Excellent time management and organisational skills What We Can Offer 50,000 base salary plus a lucrative commission and bonus structure Company vehicle or generous car allowance Comprehensive, ongoing training in product and technical expertise Autonomy and flexibility to manage your own territory Long-term career prospects with a growing UK-based manufacturer Supportive leadership team and a well-established customer base ready for you to build on If this role would be of interest, apply below!
30/09/2025
Full time
Business Development Manager - Industrial Engineering Sector Full-Time UK-Based Field & Office-Based Hybrid Intro A leading UK manufacturer of specialist materials and components is expanding its commercial team and looking for an experienced Business Development Manager . This is a strategic role focused on driving growth through client engagement, technical sales, and market expansion within heavy-wear industries. What to Expect As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for developing and managing relationships with both new and existing clients across sectors such as mining, quarrying, cement, and energy. Your core focus will be promoting engineered abrasion-resistant solutions, from fabricated parts to complete refurbishment services. The role combines both technical consultation and commercial strategy, with full support from internal technical and production teams. Key responsibilities include: Developing and executing growth strategies across new and existing markets Presenting technical product solutions to engineers and decision-makers Expanding reverse engineering and refurbishment offerings to plant operators Managing the full sales lifecycle: from lead generation and quoting to closing and aftersales Collaborating with internal teams to deliver customised solutions and forecasts Regular UK-wide client visits with some flexibility for remote/home-based working What We Need From You Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in engineered or abrasion-resistant materials A solid understanding of fabrication, wear plate, or chrome carbide products is highly advantageous Strong technical background and ability to understand client requirements Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to influence technical buyers A creative and strategic mindset for market development Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working independently Excellent time management and organisational skills What We Can Offer 50,000 base salary plus a lucrative commission and bonus structure Company vehicle or generous car allowance Comprehensive, ongoing training in product and technical expertise Autonomy and flexibility to manage your own territory Long-term career prospects with a growing UK-based manufacturer Supportive leadership team and a well-established customer base ready for you to build on If this role would be of interest, apply below!
Meta's mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Diversity is essential to achieving our mission and we're committed to building a workplace that reflects individuals with different backgrounds and experiences. In order to achieve this, we must start with our job postings. This guide will provide details on how to draft inclusive job postings optimizing for a more diverse candidate pool. By considering the needs of our candidates, this guide will: teach you to eliminate words or phrases that might discourage diverse candidates from applying, provide internal/external resources on Meta's diversity initiatives, and provide a sample job posting highlighting which changes were made to make it more inclusive.Through organizations like the Telecom Infra Project () (TIP) and through direct engagement with individual operators around the world, the team collaborates globally with the telecom industry to identify and execute a range of connectivity programs. If you have passion for working with operators, ISPs, technology vendors and other industry stakeholders to drive innovative, cutting edge, cost-efficient connectivity infrastructure projects that will deliver Internet access to the unconnected while significantly scaling current networks - then this is a great role for you.As a Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager you will work closely with the Meta Connectivity team and TIP ecosystem members to develop technologies and programs to bring more people online to a faster Internet. You will interface with large network operators, industry leading hardware/software vendors, systems solution providers, and many other connectivity partners, to understand how Meta and its partners' contributions can be of most impact to the diverse connectivity ecosystem. This position is full-time and is based in Madrid. Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager Responsibilities: A telecom technology and industry expert who questions the status quo and develops a strategic vision for the connectivity technology landscape to shape Meta's efforts in the validation of telecom technologies, spanning radio, transport and core. And ultimately enable infrastructure solutions with the network operator community and drive deployments across the industry at large. Develop and own end-to-end implementation of frameworks that accelerate readiness of telecom solutions through rigorous technical testing and certification, in internal and third-party testing facilities across the globe. Manage technical and business relationships with network operators and infrastructure partners to help reduce friction and remove obstacles facing networking hardware/software development, testing, and market adoption. Identify key use cases and common technical requirements from operator partners to drive technology validation and certification parameters within Meta programs and the technology vendor community. Identify key metrics/measures that will be used to evaluate success and validate the business impact of the program. Carefully track industry trends in technology testing and certification, as well as in commercial and technical evaluation and procurement of solutions, and develop programs, frameworks and processes that reduce operator overhead, and that ultimately drive adoption of products that represent a technical and/or commercial advantage for network operators. Align cross-functional stakeholders on objectives and goals for the program, gather and prioritize requirements. Build relationships, gain consensus, remove tension/roadblocks and focus on the solution. Minimum Qualifications: Ability to drive infrastructure hardware/software proof of concepts trials within Meta and TIP programs and/or at partner labs ultimately leading to field trial evaluations prior to rapid commercial deployment. Fluency in English and at least one other major European language, French or Spanish preferred. 10+ years of experience as a program manager/engineer/architect in one or more of the telecom infrastructure areas - Radio, Transport, Core. Communication skills including ability to speak to technical and business audiences Ability to understand high level architecture for system dependencies and translate these into technical requirements and roadmaps. BS or higher in Telecommunications engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree/experience. Preferred Qualifications: Track record of managing complex programs with multiple internal and external dependencies, through the entire lifecycle, from inception to completion. Experience in new product introduction and technology deployment projects covering a wide range of hardware (radio access, IP, optical, compute) and software (OSS, BSS, SDN) technologies. Firm understanding of the telecom technology industry: use cases, solutions, standards, certification bodies, technology providers, etc. Firm understanding of mobile and fixed broadband network operators: service offerings, organisational structures, challenges, procurement processes, competitive landscape, etc. Ability to understand network operator deployment scenarios such as different geographies, population densities, indoor vs. outdoor, range of ARPUs and uses cases such as fixed/mobile access, enterprise/public access to drive development of flexible, cost-effective and open infrastructure
24/09/2022
Full time
Meta's mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Diversity is essential to achieving our mission and we're committed to building a workplace that reflects individuals with different backgrounds and experiences. In order to achieve this, we must start with our job postings. This guide will provide details on how to draft inclusive job postings optimizing for a more diverse candidate pool. By considering the needs of our candidates, this guide will: teach you to eliminate words or phrases that might discourage diverse candidates from applying, provide internal/external resources on Meta's diversity initiatives, and provide a sample job posting highlighting which changes were made to make it more inclusive.Through organizations like the Telecom Infra Project () (TIP) and through direct engagement with individual operators around the world, the team collaborates globally with the telecom industry to identify and execute a range of connectivity programs. If you have passion for working with operators, ISPs, technology vendors and other industry stakeholders to drive innovative, cutting edge, cost-efficient connectivity infrastructure projects that will deliver Internet access to the unconnected while significantly scaling current networks - then this is a great role for you.As a Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager you will work closely with the Meta Connectivity team and TIP ecosystem members to develop technologies and programs to bring more people online to a faster Internet. You will interface with large network operators, industry leading hardware/software vendors, systems solution providers, and many other connectivity partners, to understand how Meta and its partners' contributions can be of most impact to the diverse connectivity ecosystem. This position is full-time and is based in Madrid. Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager Responsibilities: A telecom technology and industry expert who questions the status quo and develops a strategic vision for the connectivity technology landscape to shape Meta's efforts in the validation of telecom technologies, spanning radio, transport and core. And ultimately enable infrastructure solutions with the network operator community and drive deployments across the industry at large. Develop and own end-to-end implementation of frameworks that accelerate readiness of telecom solutions through rigorous technical testing and certification, in internal and third-party testing facilities across the globe. Manage technical and business relationships with network operators and infrastructure partners to help reduce friction and remove obstacles facing networking hardware/software development, testing, and market adoption. Identify key use cases and common technical requirements from operator partners to drive technology validation and certification parameters within Meta programs and the technology vendor community. Identify key metrics/measures that will be used to evaluate success and validate the business impact of the program. Carefully track industry trends in technology testing and certification, as well as in commercial and technical evaluation and procurement of solutions, and develop programs, frameworks and processes that reduce operator overhead, and that ultimately drive adoption of products that represent a technical and/or commercial advantage for network operators. Align cross-functional stakeholders on objectives and goals for the program, gather and prioritize requirements. Build relationships, gain consensus, remove tension/roadblocks and focus on the solution. Minimum Qualifications: Ability to drive infrastructure hardware/software proof of concepts trials within Meta and TIP programs and/or at partner labs ultimately leading to field trial evaluations prior to rapid commercial deployment. Fluency in English and at least one other major European language, French or Spanish preferred. 10+ years of experience as a program manager/engineer/architect in one or more of the telecom infrastructure areas - Radio, Transport, Core. Communication skills including ability to speak to technical and business audiences Ability to understand high level architecture for system dependencies and translate these into technical requirements and roadmaps. BS or higher in Telecommunications engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree/experience. Preferred Qualifications: Track record of managing complex programs with multiple internal and external dependencies, through the entire lifecycle, from inception to completion. Experience in new product introduction and technology deployment projects covering a wide range of hardware (radio access, IP, optical, compute) and software (OSS, BSS, SDN) technologies. Firm understanding of the telecom technology industry: use cases, solutions, standards, certification bodies, technology providers, etc. Firm understanding of mobile and fixed broadband network operators: service offerings, organisational structures, challenges, procurement processes, competitive landscape, etc. Ability to understand network operator deployment scenarios such as different geographies, population densities, indoor vs. outdoor, range of ARPUs and uses cases such as fixed/mobile access, enterprise/public access to drive development of flexible, cost-effective and open infrastructure
Job Title Security Architect Advert People make Sage great. From our colleagues delivering ground-breaking solutions to the customers who use them: people have helped us grow for more than thirty years, and people are driving our future as a great SaaS company. We're writing our next chapter. Be part of it! At Sage, we recognize that the world of work has rapidly shifted over the last few years, particularly how we work. That is why we have committed to working in a hybrid way going forward. Human connection is an essential ingredient of the 4 principles that make up our Flexible Human Work hybrid framework and we want to be transparent in what that looks like when you join our Sage family. On one hand, our offices will continue to play an important role in our future and serve as a place for spontaneous conversations, connection, collaboration as well as focused time. On the other hand, we have learned to reimagine where and when we work and to unlock that flexibility and innovation for our colleagues offering them the opportunity to work flex across their home, Sage offices or customer sites. We invite you to join us and help us write our next chapter. Follow us on our social media sites to join in conversations about open positions and company news! . If you would like support with your application (or require any adjustments) please contact us at for assistance. All qualified applicants will be thoughtfully considered and never discriminated against based on their race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Job Description About Sage Sage is the proud market leader in cloud business management solutions supporting millions of small and medium size businesses globally. Sage is the market leader for integrated accounting, payroll, and payment systems, supporting the ambition of the world's entrepreneurs. At Sage, we're focused on giving businesses of all sizes the technology to better manage everything from money to people. You'll be part of a global market leader but with a very local heart. We're a FTSE 100 company with £60m of new investment into the business, over 13,000 colleagues globally, and we continually give back. Sec authority Leading projects / SAIL specifics & technologies Ability to understand or some coding background. ISO27k - different ways of achieving it • Experience with gitops Iso compliance ------ Job description •You will be part of our Cloud Native DevSecOps security engineering team and will be primarily working on building enterprise containers solutions that involve Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker and the surrounding K8s ecosystem. •In this role, you will be responsible for providing design and implementation expertise on Kubernetes for the DevSecOps solutions that are being built in the cloud. As a Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert, you will be providing guidance for design and architecture of Kubernetes clusters at a massive scale for the client organization (an innovative and progressive organization that operates at scale). •You will be implementing rapid POCs and Pilots of new capabilities to demonstrate feasibility of new solutions. •You will understand the developments in the CNCF community and have a great understanding of the overall CNCF ecosystem. You will present solutions to stakeholders to better educate them and help in the decision-making process for using the right technologies for solving the right problems. Core activities: •Have in-depth, hands-on experience building platforms at scale for containerized workloads, particularly leveraging Kubernetes, including cluster provisioning, operations, workload optimization, custom controllers/operators, workflow orchestration, logging monitoring, security, and troubleshooting. •Detailed understanding of core concepts for Kubernetes APIs and cluster architecture, as well as services and networking. •Hands on experience with Ingress of Nginx DevOps tools: Jenkins, Ansible, CI/CD, Docker Network and security management for hybrid environment •Evaluate, select, design and configure security infrastructure systems in a global environment. •Build, deploy and operate a wide range of robust and fit-for-purpose security tools and services, in a Cloud-first cullture •Ensure strong and effective security controls are in place to detect and mitigate risks across all on-prem and Cloud environments to meet business and regulatory requirements •Work closely and collaboratively with a large number of distributed Product teams and operational teams across UK and US and Europe, working in an AGILE delivery model. •Promote DevSecOps, leading by example to change existing systems and practices for the better, allowing all functions to do more with existing resources •Support and conduct internal audits, help mitigate findings and implement improvement measures. •Identify, integrate, monitor and improve infosec controls by understanding business processes. •Work in support of the Senior Information Security Engineer enhancing the security direction for the organisation including systems, networks, user services and vendor development efforts. •Troubleshoot security system and related issues. Assist with complex projects and ongoing support of security operations. •Assist in defining security requirements and review of system to determine if they have been designed to comply with established security standards. Develop new standards as necessary. •Assist other Information Security teams with evaluating technology to ensure adherence to developing standards and technical integration with current capabilities Skills required: •Have in-depth, hands-on experience building platforms at scale for containerized workloads, particularly leveraging Kubernetes, including cluster provisioning, operations, workload optimization, custom controllers/operators, workflow orchestration, logging monitoring, security, and troubleshooting. •Detailed understanding of core concepts for Kubernetes APIs and cluster architecture, as well as services and networking. •Hands on experience with Ingress of Nginx DevOps tools: Jenkins, Azure Devops,Ansible, CI/CD, Docker Network and security management for hybrid environment •Familiarity with Deploying Kubernetes •Proven experience in DevOps, Nginx and Kubernetes (Pod, Cluster, etc.) •Ability to push a point/right solution to different stakeholders (both technical and non-technical). •Proven experience of delivering Kubernetes project engagements. •Ability to troubleshoot issues faced in the working Kubernetes environment and CI/CD pipeline. •Design, implement, support and evaluate security-focused tools, vulnerably management tools and services. •Conduct periodic Vulnerability assessment. •Participate in incident handling and other related duties to support the information security function. •Cloud DevOps/Security Certifications in AWS/Azure is preferred. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure and automation as code. Building and api management. Why Join Sage? People make Sage great. From our colleagues delivering ground-breaking solutions to the customers who use them: people have helped us grow for more than thirty years, and people are driving our future as a great SaaS company. We're writing our next chapter. Be part of it! Experience has taught us that when our customers thrive, we thrive. As a team, we always start with what customers need. Through the good... and more challenging times. Innovating at pace so customers can manage their finances, operations and people. Every one of us shapes our culture at Sage - doing what's right and succeeding together, united by our commitment to each other. We encourage each other to grow in our roles, in our careers and as individuals. In addition, we offer competitive salary and bonus potential combined with benefits package. The benefits include generous pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, 25 days annual leave and holiday buy/sell, five volunteering days, career progression, access to 24/7 mental-health support, flexible work, inclusiveness and more! Function Global Information Security Country United Kingdom Office Location London;Newcastle Work Place type Hybrid
23/09/2022
Full time
Job Title Security Architect Advert People make Sage great. From our colleagues delivering ground-breaking solutions to the customers who use them: people have helped us grow for more than thirty years, and people are driving our future as a great SaaS company. We're writing our next chapter. Be part of it! At Sage, we recognize that the world of work has rapidly shifted over the last few years, particularly how we work. That is why we have committed to working in a hybrid way going forward. Human connection is an essential ingredient of the 4 principles that make up our Flexible Human Work hybrid framework and we want to be transparent in what that looks like when you join our Sage family. On one hand, our offices will continue to play an important role in our future and serve as a place for spontaneous conversations, connection, collaboration as well as focused time. On the other hand, we have learned to reimagine where and when we work and to unlock that flexibility and innovation for our colleagues offering them the opportunity to work flex across their home, Sage offices or customer sites. We invite you to join us and help us write our next chapter. Follow us on our social media sites to join in conversations about open positions and company news! . If you would like support with your application (or require any adjustments) please contact us at for assistance. All qualified applicants will be thoughtfully considered and never discriminated against based on their race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Job Description About Sage Sage is the proud market leader in cloud business management solutions supporting millions of small and medium size businesses globally. Sage is the market leader for integrated accounting, payroll, and payment systems, supporting the ambition of the world's entrepreneurs. At Sage, we're focused on giving businesses of all sizes the technology to better manage everything from money to people. You'll be part of a global market leader but with a very local heart. We're a FTSE 100 company with £60m of new investment into the business, over 13,000 colleagues globally, and we continually give back. Sec authority Leading projects / SAIL specifics & technologies Ability to understand or some coding background. ISO27k - different ways of achieving it • Experience with gitops Iso compliance ------ Job description •You will be part of our Cloud Native DevSecOps security engineering team and will be primarily working on building enterprise containers solutions that involve Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker and the surrounding K8s ecosystem. •In this role, you will be responsible for providing design and implementation expertise on Kubernetes for the DevSecOps solutions that are being built in the cloud. As a Kubernetes Subject Matter Expert, you will be providing guidance for design and architecture of Kubernetes clusters at a massive scale for the client organization (an innovative and progressive organization that operates at scale). •You will be implementing rapid POCs and Pilots of new capabilities to demonstrate feasibility of new solutions. •You will understand the developments in the CNCF community and have a great understanding of the overall CNCF ecosystem. You will present solutions to stakeholders to better educate them and help in the decision-making process for using the right technologies for solving the right problems. Core activities: •Have in-depth, hands-on experience building platforms at scale for containerized workloads, particularly leveraging Kubernetes, including cluster provisioning, operations, workload optimization, custom controllers/operators, workflow orchestration, logging monitoring, security, and troubleshooting. •Detailed understanding of core concepts for Kubernetes APIs and cluster architecture, as well as services and networking. •Hands on experience with Ingress of Nginx DevOps tools: Jenkins, Ansible, CI/CD, Docker Network and security management for hybrid environment •Evaluate, select, design and configure security infrastructure systems in a global environment. •Build, deploy and operate a wide range of robust and fit-for-purpose security tools and services, in a Cloud-first cullture •Ensure strong and effective security controls are in place to detect and mitigate risks across all on-prem and Cloud environments to meet business and regulatory requirements •Work closely and collaboratively with a large number of distributed Product teams and operational teams across UK and US and Europe, working in an AGILE delivery model. •Promote DevSecOps, leading by example to change existing systems and practices for the better, allowing all functions to do more with existing resources •Support and conduct internal audits, help mitigate findings and implement improvement measures. •Identify, integrate, monitor and improve infosec controls by understanding business processes. •Work in support of the Senior Information Security Engineer enhancing the security direction for the organisation including systems, networks, user services and vendor development efforts. •Troubleshoot security system and related issues. Assist with complex projects and ongoing support of security operations. •Assist in defining security requirements and review of system to determine if they have been designed to comply with established security standards. Develop new standards as necessary. •Assist other Information Security teams with evaluating technology to ensure adherence to developing standards and technical integration with current capabilities Skills required: •Have in-depth, hands-on experience building platforms at scale for containerized workloads, particularly leveraging Kubernetes, including cluster provisioning, operations, workload optimization, custom controllers/operators, workflow orchestration, logging monitoring, security, and troubleshooting. •Detailed understanding of core concepts for Kubernetes APIs and cluster architecture, as well as services and networking. •Hands on experience with Ingress of Nginx DevOps tools: Jenkins, Azure Devops,Ansible, CI/CD, Docker Network and security management for hybrid environment •Familiarity with Deploying Kubernetes •Proven experience in DevOps, Nginx and Kubernetes (Pod, Cluster, etc.) •Ability to push a point/right solution to different stakeholders (both technical and non-technical). •Proven experience of delivering Kubernetes project engagements. •Ability to troubleshoot issues faced in the working Kubernetes environment and CI/CD pipeline. •Design, implement, support and evaluate security-focused tools, vulnerably management tools and services. •Conduct periodic Vulnerability assessment. •Participate in incident handling and other related duties to support the information security function. •Cloud DevOps/Security Certifications in AWS/Azure is preferred. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure and automation as code. Building and api management. Why Join Sage? People make Sage great. From our colleagues delivering ground-breaking solutions to the customers who use them: people have helped us grow for more than thirty years, and people are driving our future as a great SaaS company. We're writing our next chapter. Be part of it! Experience has taught us that when our customers thrive, we thrive. As a team, we always start with what customers need. Through the good... and more challenging times. Innovating at pace so customers can manage their finances, operations and people. Every one of us shapes our culture at Sage - doing what's right and succeeding together, united by our commitment to each other. We encourage each other to grow in our roles, in our careers and as individuals. In addition, we offer competitive salary and bonus potential combined with benefits package. The benefits include generous pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, 25 days annual leave and holiday buy/sell, five volunteering days, career progression, access to 24/7 mental-health support, flexible work, inclusiveness and more! Function Global Information Security Country United Kingdom Office Location London;Newcastle Work Place type Hybrid
Capgemini Engineering are looking for a Voice IMS Test Lead to join the team in Slough. The Converged Core Voice Testing team is responsible for testing and/or supporting testing of Tier 1 Voice Core services, platforms and the support of them (in the test environment) through excellent operational support systems. We are responsible for all switching platforms that carry voice traffic in the VMO2 Voice services network from CS voice, IMS, UDC, signalling and interconnection to the outside world. As Core Voice Integration and Test Lead you will report to the Converged Core Voice Testing Manager. You will be working alongside other test engineers and responsible for managing the integration activities and testing of design changes across IMS and legacy Voice networks, as well as integration to northbound BSS & provisioning systems. As part of a project team you will ensure test strategies, plans and reports are customer centric, quality controlled and deliver to the needs of customer and project. The role includes working with suppliers to specify requirements, review compliance statements, ensure use cases are catered for, and act as the single point of contact for platform and service related issues for existing and new network elements. The role includes providing technical test management expertise to support complex partner projects and liaison with commercial teams across VMO2UK. The role will be part of a team testing network designs for core voice platforms specifically user databases, and IMS. You will have experience of working in a Tier 1 mobile network operator or equipment supplier to Tier 1 mobile operators. You will have worked in the area of service provisioning and activation, specifically around the implementation of Voice core element provisioning for HSS, UDR, IMS and IMS services, and experience of REST interface for provisioning. It would be advantageous to have working knowledge of 5G NSA and SA and experience of TLS 1.2 connectivity and mutual provisioning (non-authentication). You will have a strong knowledge of IMS applications and platforms, preferably in an integration and test management role. It will be a requirement that you have knowledge of cloud based deployments of those applications. In addition it is expected that you have extensive knowledge of cellular networks and networking principles (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G & IMS) including supporting signalling systems C7, SIP, Diameter and MAP and the interfaces to other network domains, EPC, CS, IMS, BSS etc. You will also ideally have knowledge of technology in the standards arena and the understanding of traffic principles. An understanding of UK TSR will be advantageous. You should have experience of working in Faraday cages and creating resource plans (environment and people resources). You will have overall responsibility of all phases of the test life-cycle (unit, functional, E2E, ORT, etc). You will have the ability to oversee activities covering both testbed and live/Production environment. You will own and update the IMS test strategy, and oversee the test plan/s and reports; covering all phases (Testbed, Sandbox, Reference Data etc). Appropriate management of resources to complete test plans, test cases and ensuring regular validation against progress, will be required, as well as ensuring assigned test leads (Networks and IT) are adhering to agreed project timelines. You will have proven skills of the effective management of test risks and issues, communicating escalations as and when required. You will be the conduit of engagement with the Mavenir Test Manager to ensure clear and accurate reporting of test progress. You will be able to clearly communicate test progress to the internal project team through weekly updates at project meetings, as well as line into the Test Manager to provide a single update to reflect Network and IT test activities. You will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player with drive to succeed and you will have excellent communications skills with a proven ability to interface and explain detailed technical concepts and design principles. A strong collaborator who should be able to work with multi-disciplined internal teams across relevant areas of the business and external customers. You will often to be asked to work alone so strong self-discipline is a must in order to meet tight deadlines. The role holder expected education qualifications would include a Degree in Engineering or relevant long term technical specialism.
22/09/2022
Full time
Capgemini Engineering are looking for a Voice IMS Test Lead to join the team in Slough. The Converged Core Voice Testing team is responsible for testing and/or supporting testing of Tier 1 Voice Core services, platforms and the support of them (in the test environment) through excellent operational support systems. We are responsible for all switching platforms that carry voice traffic in the VMO2 Voice services network from CS voice, IMS, UDC, signalling and interconnection to the outside world. As Core Voice Integration and Test Lead you will report to the Converged Core Voice Testing Manager. You will be working alongside other test engineers and responsible for managing the integration activities and testing of design changes across IMS and legacy Voice networks, as well as integration to northbound BSS & provisioning systems. As part of a project team you will ensure test strategies, plans and reports are customer centric, quality controlled and deliver to the needs of customer and project. The role includes working with suppliers to specify requirements, review compliance statements, ensure use cases are catered for, and act as the single point of contact for platform and service related issues for existing and new network elements. The role includes providing technical test management expertise to support complex partner projects and liaison with commercial teams across VMO2UK. The role will be part of a team testing network designs for core voice platforms specifically user databases, and IMS. You will have experience of working in a Tier 1 mobile network operator or equipment supplier to Tier 1 mobile operators. You will have worked in the area of service provisioning and activation, specifically around the implementation of Voice core element provisioning for HSS, UDR, IMS and IMS services, and experience of REST interface for provisioning. It would be advantageous to have working knowledge of 5G NSA and SA and experience of TLS 1.2 connectivity and mutual provisioning (non-authentication). You will have a strong knowledge of IMS applications and platforms, preferably in an integration and test management role. It will be a requirement that you have knowledge of cloud based deployments of those applications. In addition it is expected that you have extensive knowledge of cellular networks and networking principles (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G & IMS) including supporting signalling systems C7, SIP, Diameter and MAP and the interfaces to other network domains, EPC, CS, IMS, BSS etc. You will also ideally have knowledge of technology in the standards arena and the understanding of traffic principles. An understanding of UK TSR will be advantageous. You should have experience of working in Faraday cages and creating resource plans (environment and people resources). You will have overall responsibility of all phases of the test life-cycle (unit, functional, E2E, ORT, etc). You will have the ability to oversee activities covering both testbed and live/Production environment. You will own and update the IMS test strategy, and oversee the test plan/s and reports; covering all phases (Testbed, Sandbox, Reference Data etc). Appropriate management of resources to complete test plans, test cases and ensuring regular validation against progress, will be required, as well as ensuring assigned test leads (Networks and IT) are adhering to agreed project timelines. You will have proven skills of the effective management of test risks and issues, communicating escalations as and when required. You will be the conduit of engagement with the Mavenir Test Manager to ensure clear and accurate reporting of test progress. You will be able to clearly communicate test progress to the internal project team through weekly updates at project meetings, as well as line into the Test Manager to provide a single update to reflect Network and IT test activities. You will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player with drive to succeed and you will have excellent communications skills with a proven ability to interface and explain detailed technical concepts and design principles. A strong collaborator who should be able to work with multi-disciplined internal teams across relevant areas of the business and external customers. You will often to be asked to work alone so strong self-discipline is a must in order to meet tight deadlines. The role holder expected education qualifications would include a Degree in Engineering or relevant long term technical specialism.
Attempting to connect the world requires an alternative approach to building and deploying telecom network infrastructure. Through organizations like the Telecom Infra Project (), other industry forums and through direct engagement with individual operators around the world, the team collaborates globally with the telecom industry to identify and execute a range of connectivity programs. If you have passion for working with operators, ISPs and other industry stakeholders to drive innovative, cutting edge, cost efficient wireless and fixed network infrastructure projects that will deliver internet access to people around the world while significantly scaling current networks - then this is a great role for you.As a Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager you will work closely with the Meta Connectivity team and partners across the industry to develop telecom infrastructure in areas such as radio and fixed access, IP and optical transport, mobile core, edge compute, cloud services, and more. In parallel, you will interface with industry leading partners, including hardware/software vendors and systems solution providers. Finally, you will work closely with Connectivity Service Providers (CSPs) adopting the telecom infrastructure to understand how Meta and its partners' contributions can be of most impact to this diverse ecosystem. This position is full-time and is based in London/Madrid. Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager - Fixed Broadband Responsibilities: A technical expert challenging the status quo of telecom networks and business models, leveraging their strategic vision of the connectivity technology landscape to shape Meta's ecosystem efforts in the Fixed Broadband domain. Analyze broad connectivity problems (geographic, technology, and domain markets, from both a demand and supply perspective) and work collaboratively to synthesize solutions and recommendations. Define cutting edge telecom network deployment approaches and plan operator trials for innovative infrastructure solutions that will demonstrate a path for wider scale telecom infrastructure adoption. Advocate internally at Meta and the partner community at large on how to maximize opportunities to successfully deploy new telecom hardware and software contributions across the industry. Manage the technical engagements with CSP, OEM and ODM infrastructure partners to help reduce friction and remove obstacles facing telecom hardware/software contribution and market adoption. Identify key telecom network use case requirements, compile common feature sets and API standards from operator partners to drive design parameters within Meta programs and the technology vendor community. Minimum Qualifications: Firm understanding of mobile and fixed broadband telecom infrastructure. Firm appreciation of the operational and commercial conditions and constraints faced by fixed broadband infrastructure operators. Good understanding of relevant network architectures, protocols and specifications (PON, CUPS, SDN, IP/MPLS Routing, Layer-2 switching, etc). Previous experience (6+ years) as network architect/product manager/technical program manager/engineer/production engineer/field engineer in Fixed Access networks BS or higher in Telecommunications engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree/experience. Communication skills including ability to speak to technical and business audiences Fluency in English Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of time. Ability to drive the definition of technical documentation such as requirements documents, test plans, white papers, etc. Technical competence in one or more fixed access / fixed broadband technologies, including BNG, OLT, ONU, PON, AAA, CGNAT Ability to drive infrastructure hardware/software proof of concepts trials with external partners, that ultimately lead to commercial deployments. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to understand current technical and business pain points, develop a vision, and formulate strategies and execution plans. Firm understanding of mobile and fixed broadband network operators: service offerings, organizational structures, challenges, procurement processes, competitive landscape, etc. Ability to understand network operator deployment scenarios such as different geographies, population densities, indoor vs. outdoor, range of ARPUs and uses cases such as fixed/mobile access, enterprise/public access to drive development of flexible, cost-effective and open infrastructure. Experience in new product introduction and technology development projects. Firm understanding of the telecom technology industry: use cases, solutions, standards, certification bodies, technology providers, etc. Experience with open and disaggregated network solutions. Understanding of the existing building blocks, vendor ecosystem and open source initiatives, their levels of maturity and current gaps. Experience leading partners in the development of telecom hardware, protocol software, network management systems, edge content caching systems and applications critical for adoption of the complete solution Track record of managing complex programs with multiple internal and external dependencies, through the entire lifecycle, from inception to completion. Good understanding of SDN/NFV technologies, control models and APIs, network management systems and orchestration platforms.
22/09/2022
Full time
Attempting to connect the world requires an alternative approach to building and deploying telecom network infrastructure. Through organizations like the Telecom Infra Project (), other industry forums and through direct engagement with individual operators around the world, the team collaborates globally with the telecom industry to identify and execute a range of connectivity programs. If you have passion for working with operators, ISPs and other industry stakeholders to drive innovative, cutting edge, cost efficient wireless and fixed network infrastructure projects that will deliver internet access to people around the world while significantly scaling current networks - then this is a great role for you.As a Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager you will work closely with the Meta Connectivity team and partners across the industry to develop telecom infrastructure in areas such as radio and fixed access, IP and optical transport, mobile core, edge compute, cloud services, and more. In parallel, you will interface with industry leading partners, including hardware/software vendors and systems solution providers. Finally, you will work closely with Connectivity Service Providers (CSPs) adopting the telecom infrastructure to understand how Meta and its partners' contributions can be of most impact to this diverse ecosystem. This position is full-time and is based in London/Madrid. Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager - Fixed Broadband Responsibilities: A technical expert challenging the status quo of telecom networks and business models, leveraging their strategic vision of the connectivity technology landscape to shape Meta's ecosystem efforts in the Fixed Broadband domain. Analyze broad connectivity problems (geographic, technology, and domain markets, from both a demand and supply perspective) and work collaboratively to synthesize solutions and recommendations. Define cutting edge telecom network deployment approaches and plan operator trials for innovative infrastructure solutions that will demonstrate a path for wider scale telecom infrastructure adoption. Advocate internally at Meta and the partner community at large on how to maximize opportunities to successfully deploy new telecom hardware and software contributions across the industry. Manage the technical engagements with CSP, OEM and ODM infrastructure partners to help reduce friction and remove obstacles facing telecom hardware/software contribution and market adoption. Identify key telecom network use case requirements, compile common feature sets and API standards from operator partners to drive design parameters within Meta programs and the technology vendor community. Minimum Qualifications: Firm understanding of mobile and fixed broadband telecom infrastructure. Firm appreciation of the operational and commercial conditions and constraints faced by fixed broadband infrastructure operators. Good understanding of relevant network architectures, protocols and specifications (PON, CUPS, SDN, IP/MPLS Routing, Layer-2 switching, etc). Previous experience (6+ years) as network architect/product manager/technical program manager/engineer/production engineer/field engineer in Fixed Access networks BS or higher in Telecommunications engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree/experience. Communication skills including ability to speak to technical and business audiences Fluency in English Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of time. Ability to drive the definition of technical documentation such as requirements documents, test plans, white papers, etc. Technical competence in one or more fixed access / fixed broadband technologies, including BNG, OLT, ONU, PON, AAA, CGNAT Ability to drive infrastructure hardware/software proof of concepts trials with external partners, that ultimately lead to commercial deployments. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to understand current technical and business pain points, develop a vision, and formulate strategies and execution plans. Firm understanding of mobile and fixed broadband network operators: service offerings, organizational structures, challenges, procurement processes, competitive landscape, etc. Ability to understand network operator deployment scenarios such as different geographies, population densities, indoor vs. outdoor, range of ARPUs and uses cases such as fixed/mobile access, enterprise/public access to drive development of flexible, cost-effective and open infrastructure. Experience in new product introduction and technology development projects. Firm understanding of the telecom technology industry: use cases, solutions, standards, certification bodies, technology providers, etc. Experience with open and disaggregated network solutions. Understanding of the existing building blocks, vendor ecosystem and open source initiatives, their levels of maturity and current gaps. Experience leading partners in the development of telecom hardware, protocol software, network management systems, edge content caching systems and applications critical for adoption of the complete solution Track record of managing complex programs with multiple internal and external dependencies, through the entire lifecycle, from inception to completion. Good understanding of SDN/NFV technologies, control models and APIs, network management systems and orchestration platforms.
About Us Western Power Distribution is a 6500 strong team of operational and support staff constructing, maintaining, repairing and upgrading the electricity distribution network that serves 7.9 million customers across the Midlands, South Wales and the South West. We keep the lights on in cities such as Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff and we take power to the furthest reaches of our rural landscape across the Brecon Beacons, Dartmoor and the Peak District. As owners and operators of one of the largest electricity distribution networks in the UK, we take great care in looking after every element, from underground cables to overhead lines and substations operating from 230V to 132kV. The UK has a clear commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This is leading to unprecedented changes in the way customers use, generate, and distribute energy. Digitalisation of the energy system is at the heart of Western Power Distribution's (WPD) transition to build a smart and efficient energy system. We operate the network for our customers, so it is essential we respond to their changing use of the network and adapt our operations to continue to deliver excellent customer service, reliability, and value for money. At WPD, we are seeing significant increases in distributed renewable forms of generation connecting directly to our network, such as solar, wind, and energy storage along with increasing levels of Low Carbon Technologies (LCT), most prevalently electric vehicles and heat pumps. As a result we are seeing our role as a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) shift to become a Distribution System Operator (DSO) to manage real-time energy flows, and use technology, innovation and commercial arrangements to make optimal use of existing network capacity. Job Introduction Moving from today's analogue system to a modern, digitalised energy system, is a critical step in enabling the UK's transition to net zero carbon emissions while keeping the lights on for customers. The availability and utilisation of good quality and accessible data is key. This means providing increased access to the right data at the right time within our organisation and through open access to our customers and interested stakeholders The role of Digitalisation & Data Engineer will be responsible for developing and delivering data driven solutions focussed both internally and externally to meet and exceed the recommendations of the Energy Data Taskforce Report. These will focus on master data improvement and management, driving data insight and operation and ensuring data is presumed open. Are you passionate about the future of the electricity and wider energy industry? Are you dedicated to playing an active role in the support the modernisation of the energy industry? Are you excited by the opportunities about driving value from large network datasets? If so, we'd love you to join us in Western Power Distribution. The base location for this position could be Bristol (BS2 0TB), Castle Donington (DE74 2TU), or Tipton (DY4 0HH), however as you would expect with the UK's largest DNO there is significant business travel required. As part of our hybrid working approach and in line with our policy, this role allows you to apply for a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need. Interviews for this role will be held on Monday 3rd or Tuesday 4th October. If you are offered a position, you will be required to complete and provide a satisfactory basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions. Salary progression is available. Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed to a lower salary range until all relevant training is complete. Main Responsibilities Translating data in to value for the business and third parties by identifying and using appropriate analytical techniques, including data improvement and open data access Understanding data governance and ensure solutions are developed and delivered in line with emerging data governance processes Recognising and exploiting business opportunities to ensure more efficient and effective performance of the organisation Producing data models and understand where to use different types of data models Developing and setting data standards for the business, demonstrating the need and value of these standards Designing and maintaining the appropriate metadata repositories to enable the business to better under existing and future datasets Communicating effectively across all WPD business areas and externally, ensuring all required areas are engaged to support and deliver timely and effective project outputs and business improvements Project management activities, aligned to Prince2, such as developing, maintaining, communicating and tracking of project plans, action and risk logs to develop and deliver successful projects. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have a passion for digitalisation and data and supporting the modernisation of the energy system. They will have experience of delivering and implementing complex and innovative digitalisation projects and advanced solutions in an agile and dynamic manner, with an understanding of the regulatory framework DNOs and other organisations within the sector operate within. An appetite to challenge the 'norm' and do things differently is essential as well as acting as a positive disrupter within our business and the wider industry. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject is essential along with: Detailed understanding of standard data structures, models and metadata; Experience of developing and managing Data Catalogues; Understanding and experience of working with relational databases; Detailed understanding of a variety of data systems and IT and OT standards; Knowledge of Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and electricity distribution management systems would be advantageous; Experience of delivering data related projects in an agile and dynamic manner; Experience of managing and working with a wide number of third parties; Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with all parties at all levels of seniority; Strong ability to successfully communicate with an ability to present to large and senior audiences; Qualifications in data science, electrical engineering or ICT are ideal; Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with all parties at all levels of seniority; Ability to grasp new and developing topics to deliver optimised business outcomes; Experience in translating detailed technical topics to wider business stakeholders to enable business engagement and change; Experience of developing and working within data governance processes; Significant experience in using the written word to report on activities and articulate delivery outcomes and disseminate successfully; A formal project management qualification is desirable; Willingness to travel extensively throughout our licence areas and wider as required
17/09/2022
Full time
About Us Western Power Distribution is a 6500 strong team of operational and support staff constructing, maintaining, repairing and upgrading the electricity distribution network that serves 7.9 million customers across the Midlands, South Wales and the South West. We keep the lights on in cities such as Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff and we take power to the furthest reaches of our rural landscape across the Brecon Beacons, Dartmoor and the Peak District. As owners and operators of one of the largest electricity distribution networks in the UK, we take great care in looking after every element, from underground cables to overhead lines and substations operating from 230V to 132kV. The UK has a clear commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This is leading to unprecedented changes in the way customers use, generate, and distribute energy. Digitalisation of the energy system is at the heart of Western Power Distribution's (WPD) transition to build a smart and efficient energy system. We operate the network for our customers, so it is essential we respond to their changing use of the network and adapt our operations to continue to deliver excellent customer service, reliability, and value for money. At WPD, we are seeing significant increases in distributed renewable forms of generation connecting directly to our network, such as solar, wind, and energy storage along with increasing levels of Low Carbon Technologies (LCT), most prevalently electric vehicles and heat pumps. As a result we are seeing our role as a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) shift to become a Distribution System Operator (DSO) to manage real-time energy flows, and use technology, innovation and commercial arrangements to make optimal use of existing network capacity. Job Introduction Moving from today's analogue system to a modern, digitalised energy system, is a critical step in enabling the UK's transition to net zero carbon emissions while keeping the lights on for customers. The availability and utilisation of good quality and accessible data is key. This means providing increased access to the right data at the right time within our organisation and through open access to our customers and interested stakeholders The role of Digitalisation & Data Engineer will be responsible for developing and delivering data driven solutions focussed both internally and externally to meet and exceed the recommendations of the Energy Data Taskforce Report. These will focus on master data improvement and management, driving data insight and operation and ensuring data is presumed open. Are you passionate about the future of the electricity and wider energy industry? Are you dedicated to playing an active role in the support the modernisation of the energy industry? Are you excited by the opportunities about driving value from large network datasets? If so, we'd love you to join us in Western Power Distribution. The base location for this position could be Bristol (BS2 0TB), Castle Donington (DE74 2TU), or Tipton (DY4 0HH), however as you would expect with the UK's largest DNO there is significant business travel required. As part of our hybrid working approach and in line with our policy, this role allows you to apply for a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need. Interviews for this role will be held on Monday 3rd or Tuesday 4th October. If you are offered a position, you will be required to complete and provide a satisfactory basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions. Salary progression is available. Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed to a lower salary range until all relevant training is complete. Main Responsibilities Translating data in to value for the business and third parties by identifying and using appropriate analytical techniques, including data improvement and open data access Understanding data governance and ensure solutions are developed and delivered in line with emerging data governance processes Recognising and exploiting business opportunities to ensure more efficient and effective performance of the organisation Producing data models and understand where to use different types of data models Developing and setting data standards for the business, demonstrating the need and value of these standards Designing and maintaining the appropriate metadata repositories to enable the business to better under existing and future datasets Communicating effectively across all WPD business areas and externally, ensuring all required areas are engaged to support and deliver timely and effective project outputs and business improvements Project management activities, aligned to Prince2, such as developing, maintaining, communicating and tracking of project plans, action and risk logs to develop and deliver successful projects. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have a passion for digitalisation and data and supporting the modernisation of the energy system. They will have experience of delivering and implementing complex and innovative digitalisation projects and advanced solutions in an agile and dynamic manner, with an understanding of the regulatory framework DNOs and other organisations within the sector operate within. An appetite to challenge the 'norm' and do things differently is essential as well as acting as a positive disrupter within our business and the wider industry. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject is essential along with: Detailed understanding of standard data structures, models and metadata; Experience of developing and managing Data Catalogues; Understanding and experience of working with relational databases; Detailed understanding of a variety of data systems and IT and OT standards; Knowledge of Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and electricity distribution management systems would be advantageous; Experience of delivering data related projects in an agile and dynamic manner; Experience of managing and working with a wide number of third parties; Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with all parties at all levels of seniority; Strong ability to successfully communicate with an ability to present to large and senior audiences; Qualifications in data science, electrical engineering or ICT are ideal; Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with all parties at all levels of seniority; Ability to grasp new and developing topics to deliver optimised business outcomes; Experience in translating detailed technical topics to wider business stakeholders to enable business engagement and change; Experience of developing and working within data governance processes; Significant experience in using the written word to report on activities and articulate delivery outcomes and disseminate successfully; A formal project management qualification is desirable; Willingness to travel extensively throughout our licence areas and wider as required
(Talent acquisition/Recruitment) Department: Talent Team Reporting to: Senior Talent Lead / Head of Talent WE ARE SPARTA GLOBAL Sparta Global is a leading provider of technology consulting services providing cross-functional teams to power short-term and long-term projects with relevant skills -within government and private sector organisations; fintech, media, insurance, retail, legal, travel, property, technology, start-ups -for over a hundred organisations within the UK. We invest in recruiting high-calibre graduates and build them into high-performing consultants through our intensive training Academies within our nationwide Sparta Global Program, before placing them with our clients including ASOS, NHS, Channel 4, Three Mobile, RBS, Shell and many more. Areas we train in include but are not limited to; Software Engineering/Development, Software Testing, Test Automation, SDET, DevOps, Cyber Security, Data Engineering, Business Analysis. THE TALENT TEAM Key to our success and there to support our ambitious growth plans of the business is the Talent function. The team is headed by the Head of Talent and supported by Senior Talent Leads and Coordinators and work in a 180-recruitment environment, focusing purely on candidate management. The team is responsible for managing incoming applications, resourcing and headhunting, assessments, interviewing, offer management, onboarding and university engagement and companywide events. As a Talent Representative, you work to attract the best talent for the Academy, advising applicants and assessing their suitability for our program, while cultivating and supporting them throughout the process and providing exceptional customer experience. YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES Daily management of the CRM (salesforce) to manage incoming applications and complete administrative tasks on applicant files Resourcing and headhunting candidates using Job boards Recruitment marketing and attraction/branding events Using LinkedIn to increase brand awareness and source Providing an exceptional customer/candidate experience Using MS Teams and Outlook daily to collaborate Contributing to documentation and collateral for the team Building relationships with candidates and managing a pipeline Contacting contacts by both phone and email to pre-screen Assessing Psychometric and Technical tests results Booking in interviews and preparing candidates Interviewing, assessing, and coaching Sending out and managing offers and contract queries Objection handling, compelling and cultivation of candidates Contributing to team huddles and meetings Working towards weekly and monthly personal and team targets Supporting company events and university initiatives Reporting on numbers, pipeline, and commitments WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Professionalism Confidence Resilience Adaptability A robust work ethic Organisation and time management skills Strong verbal/written communication skills The capacity to work independently as well as within a team The ability to work and learn in a fast-paced environment A keen interest in Technology and curiosity to learn and grow WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU A competitive starting salary Uncapped commission and earning potential Progression and promotion opportunity 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays Yearly personal development budget Work from home options Pension and health care On-site parking City centre location Why work for us? We take time and care to develop your abilities and confidence, your success is our success - together we make other businesses stronger. We have great partners: What's really great about having a career in tech is that is transcends all industries, and as such we partner with businesses across all sectors - central government, leading consultancies, charities, the UKs largest mobile network operators, the world's leading music and podcast streaming platform, popular insurance groups, banks... the list goes on. We're super inclusive: We like to be thought of as ED&I champions - To help illustrate the wonderful culture we maintain here at Sparta; we have won a host of awards and been finalists for many more: Booking.com - Employer of the Year Award Computing - Women in IT Excellence Award 2019 Women in Tech - Best Tech Employer Awards Women in Tech - Diversity and Inclusion Rising Star of the Year Award
04/11/2021
Full time
(Talent acquisition/Recruitment) Department: Talent Team Reporting to: Senior Talent Lead / Head of Talent WE ARE SPARTA GLOBAL Sparta Global is a leading provider of technology consulting services providing cross-functional teams to power short-term and long-term projects with relevant skills -within government and private sector organisations; fintech, media, insurance, retail, legal, travel, property, technology, start-ups -for over a hundred organisations within the UK. We invest in recruiting high-calibre graduates and build them into high-performing consultants through our intensive training Academies within our nationwide Sparta Global Program, before placing them with our clients including ASOS, NHS, Channel 4, Three Mobile, RBS, Shell and many more. Areas we train in include but are not limited to; Software Engineering/Development, Software Testing, Test Automation, SDET, DevOps, Cyber Security, Data Engineering, Business Analysis. THE TALENT TEAM Key to our success and there to support our ambitious growth plans of the business is the Talent function. The team is headed by the Head of Talent and supported by Senior Talent Leads and Coordinators and work in a 180-recruitment environment, focusing purely on candidate management. The team is responsible for managing incoming applications, resourcing and headhunting, assessments, interviewing, offer management, onboarding and university engagement and companywide events. As a Talent Representative, you work to attract the best talent for the Academy, advising applicants and assessing their suitability for our program, while cultivating and supporting them throughout the process and providing exceptional customer experience. YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES Daily management of the CRM (salesforce) to manage incoming applications and complete administrative tasks on applicant files Resourcing and headhunting candidates using Job boards Recruitment marketing and attraction/branding events Using LinkedIn to increase brand awareness and source Providing an exceptional customer/candidate experience Using MS Teams and Outlook daily to collaborate Contributing to documentation and collateral for the team Building relationships with candidates and managing a pipeline Contacting contacts by both phone and email to pre-screen Assessing Psychometric and Technical tests results Booking in interviews and preparing candidates Interviewing, assessing, and coaching Sending out and managing offers and contract queries Objection handling, compelling and cultivation of candidates Contributing to team huddles and meetings Working towards weekly and monthly personal and team targets Supporting company events and university initiatives Reporting on numbers, pipeline, and commitments WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Professionalism Confidence Resilience Adaptability A robust work ethic Organisation and time management skills Strong verbal/written communication skills The capacity to work independently as well as within a team The ability to work and learn in a fast-paced environment A keen interest in Technology and curiosity to learn and grow WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU A competitive starting salary Uncapped commission and earning potential Progression and promotion opportunity 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays Yearly personal development budget Work from home options Pension and health care On-site parking City centre location Why work for us? We take time and care to develop your abilities and confidence, your success is our success - together we make other businesses stronger. We have great partners: What's really great about having a career in tech is that is transcends all industries, and as such we partner with businesses across all sectors - central government, leading consultancies, charities, the UKs largest mobile network operators, the world's leading music and podcast streaming platform, popular insurance groups, banks... the list goes on. We're super inclusive: We like to be thought of as ED&I champions - To help illustrate the wonderful culture we maintain here at Sparta; we have won a host of awards and been finalists for many more: Booking.com - Employer of the Year Award Computing - Women in IT Excellence Award 2019 Women in Tech - Best Tech Employer Awards Women in Tech - Diversity and Inclusion Rising Star of the Year Award
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