Want to join a modern, ambitious tech-driven business where you can own your projects , influence future architecture, and work with a cutting-edge tech stack ? If you're passionate about building high-quality software and want real career progression, this role is for you! This is a hybrid working model where the expectation is to come in 2-3 times per week to the Stockton office. Why join? This is your chance to join a local innovative technology company undergoing exciting modernisation and cloud transformation. You'll work on impactful products used by thousands of customers and contribute directly to new features, system improvements, and platform migration initiatives. You'll benefit from a talented supportive team that values innovation and autonomy who you can in turn learn from and leverage your own skills. They're a flexible employer so whether it's perhaps the school run, a regular exercise class or other commitments - they'll work together with you to make it work. The team is still growing and there are plans to add headcount further into 2026 as part of the wider growth strategy. The role Work closely with senior engineering leadership and experienced developers who will mentor and support your growth. Receive coaching, guidance and regular reviews to develop your skills as a mid-level engineer. Build high-quality, scalable applications using modern frameworks and development tools. Translate user stories into functional features while collaborating with Product and QA teams. Maintain, optimise and debug existing platforms; contribute to code reviews and CI/CD deployments. Support modernisation efforts, including cloud-first architecture, and promote best practices and clean code principles. Technical Requirements - To be a good fit for this role you should have a few years commercial experience in C#, .NET SQL server Experience with RESTful APIs, SOAP APIs, GraphQL and other types of APIs. Good design/architectural patterns Understanding of Unit Testing Javascript and any related framework Bonus points if you have Created cloud based solutions CI/CD processes Mobile application development using MAUI Naturally technical experience is important as it is for any software development role you will not be hired in isolation of your tech skills. Drive, ambition and a good attitude are qualities that hold value. Working benefits Salary up to £47,000 Annual pay reviews / increases 27 days Holidays plus Bank Holidays Discounts on some utility bills Flexible working hours Health plan Free parking Above industry standard sick pay cover Interview process / Application process You must be eligible to work in the UK, sponsorship is not offered. 2 stage interview, 1 initial 30 min teams call with the Lead Developer and if successful followed by a face to face where you'll meet the CTO and Head of Talent in the office for around 1.5 hours. If you would like to know anything more about this role or even just want to hear what other .NET Software Developer positions I have that may also be a good match for you then give me a shout on / catch me on LinkedIn " Jessica Blackburn "
01/04/2026
Full time
Want to join a modern, ambitious tech-driven business where you can own your projects , influence future architecture, and work with a cutting-edge tech stack ? If you're passionate about building high-quality software and want real career progression, this role is for you! This is a hybrid working model where the expectation is to come in 2-3 times per week to the Stockton office. Why join? This is your chance to join a local innovative technology company undergoing exciting modernisation and cloud transformation. You'll work on impactful products used by thousands of customers and contribute directly to new features, system improvements, and platform migration initiatives. You'll benefit from a talented supportive team that values innovation and autonomy who you can in turn learn from and leverage your own skills. They're a flexible employer so whether it's perhaps the school run, a regular exercise class or other commitments - they'll work together with you to make it work. The team is still growing and there are plans to add headcount further into 2026 as part of the wider growth strategy. The role Work closely with senior engineering leadership and experienced developers who will mentor and support your growth. Receive coaching, guidance and regular reviews to develop your skills as a mid-level engineer. Build high-quality, scalable applications using modern frameworks and development tools. Translate user stories into functional features while collaborating with Product and QA teams. Maintain, optimise and debug existing platforms; contribute to code reviews and CI/CD deployments. Support modernisation efforts, including cloud-first architecture, and promote best practices and clean code principles. Technical Requirements - To be a good fit for this role you should have a few years commercial experience in C#, .NET SQL server Experience with RESTful APIs, SOAP APIs, GraphQL and other types of APIs. Good design/architectural patterns Understanding of Unit Testing Javascript and any related framework Bonus points if you have Created cloud based solutions CI/CD processes Mobile application development using MAUI Naturally technical experience is important as it is for any software development role you will not be hired in isolation of your tech skills. Drive, ambition and a good attitude are qualities that hold value. Working benefits Salary up to £47,000 Annual pay reviews / increases 27 days Holidays plus Bank Holidays Discounts on some utility bills Flexible working hours Health plan Free parking Above industry standard sick pay cover Interview process / Application process You must be eligible to work in the UK, sponsorship is not offered. 2 stage interview, 1 initial 30 min teams call with the Lead Developer and if successful followed by a face to face where you'll meet the CTO and Head of Talent in the office for around 1.5 hours. If you would like to know anything more about this role or even just want to hear what other .NET Software Developer positions I have that may also be a good match for you then give me a shout on / catch me on LinkedIn " Jessica Blackburn "
Software Developer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
01/04/2026
Full time
Software Developer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Lead Software Tester Hybrid - Near Abingdon / Oxford + WFH Circa £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus and good benefits A rare and exciting opportunity for a Lead / Senior Software Tester to join a thriving software solutions company, located close to Abingdon and Oxford. This role embraces flexibility, offering the chance to work from home three or four days a week. Our client is part of a leading software solutions group that develops and hosts a range of web-based products using Microsoft development tools such as .Net, C#, and Azure. Currently, the company partners with an offshore supplier for their development and testing needs, but they are eager to bring more of this work in-house. This marks their first QA / Test position, and they have ambitious plans to quickly expand the team. For this inaugural role, they are seeking an experienced testing or QA professional who can work closely with Product Owners, Development teams and Stakeholders. The position is hands-on and packed with opportunities to develop and refine both new and existing processes. As the QA team grows, you'll have the chance to lead new test resources and play a pivotal role in shaping best practices, governance, and more. Key Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate testing efforts across multiple projects and delivery teams Define, implement, and continuously improve testing standards, frameworks, and best practices Establish and promote a quality-driven mindset across all stages of the development lifecycle Manage and mentor testers, providing guidance, support, and career development Oversee test planning, test case design, execution, and defect management Ensure appropriate test coverage across functional, integration, regression, and non-functional testing Collaborate with development and product teams to ensure clear requirements and acceptance criteria Identify risks and provide clear reporting on quality metrics, test progress, and release readiness Champion continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and automation Key Experience & Attributes required: circ 10+ years' experience in software testing or quality assurance roles Proven experience leading testing teams across multiple projects or products Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks Experience implementing and maintaining test strategies and standards Ability to influence stakeholders and promote best practices in quality assurance Excellent communication and leadership skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments Experience in the best practices around automated testing solutions Beneficial - Test Automation tools and frameworks, performance and security testing and ISTQB, CAST, or CSQA certification If you're seeking a position with an innovative software company that offers professional growth and development, this could be the perfect fit for you. The client is offering a competitive salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience), along with a bonus, company pension, generous holiday entitlement, and other benefits. For more information, please send your CV to Wayne Young at Young's Employment Services Ltd. YES is operating as both a recruitment Agency and Recruitment Business.
01/04/2026
Full time
Lead Software Tester Hybrid - Near Abingdon / Oxford + WFH Circa £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus and good benefits A rare and exciting opportunity for a Lead / Senior Software Tester to join a thriving software solutions company, located close to Abingdon and Oxford. This role embraces flexibility, offering the chance to work from home three or four days a week. Our client is part of a leading software solutions group that develops and hosts a range of web-based products using Microsoft development tools such as .Net, C#, and Azure. Currently, the company partners with an offshore supplier for their development and testing needs, but they are eager to bring more of this work in-house. This marks their first QA / Test position, and they have ambitious plans to quickly expand the team. For this inaugural role, they are seeking an experienced testing or QA professional who can work closely with Product Owners, Development teams and Stakeholders. The position is hands-on and packed with opportunities to develop and refine both new and existing processes. As the QA team grows, you'll have the chance to lead new test resources and play a pivotal role in shaping best practices, governance, and more. Key Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate testing efforts across multiple projects and delivery teams Define, implement, and continuously improve testing standards, frameworks, and best practices Establish and promote a quality-driven mindset across all stages of the development lifecycle Manage and mentor testers, providing guidance, support, and career development Oversee test planning, test case design, execution, and defect management Ensure appropriate test coverage across functional, integration, regression, and non-functional testing Collaborate with development and product teams to ensure clear requirements and acceptance criteria Identify risks and provide clear reporting on quality metrics, test progress, and release readiness Champion continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and automation Key Experience & Attributes required: circ 10+ years' experience in software testing or quality assurance roles Proven experience leading testing teams across multiple projects or products Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks Experience implementing and maintaining test strategies and standards Ability to influence stakeholders and promote best practices in quality assurance Excellent communication and leadership skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments Experience in the best practices around automated testing solutions Beneficial - Test Automation tools and frameworks, performance and security testing and ISTQB, CAST, or CSQA certification If you're seeking a position with an innovative software company that offers professional growth and development, this could be the perfect fit for you. The client is offering a competitive salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience), along with a bonus, company pension, generous holiday entitlement, and other benefits. For more information, please send your CV to Wayne Young at Young's Employment Services Ltd. YES is operating as both a recruitment Agency and Recruitment Business.
Stevenage A phenomenal permanent opportunity has arisen to join the Maritime Weapon System Quality Assurance team supporting projects in the development & production phases of the life cycle at Bristol. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: You will play a pivotal role within an established team with the aim of ensuring all core Quality Assurance activities are met, as well as the potential to work with domestic and international colleagues on projects involving transfer of technology. This is an outstanding opportunity to network with and see a large variety of MBDA's functions and activities across all sites. The role will involve working on a multi-national project, as well as with an established Quality network preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth equipment delivery, assuring reliable products in Production and continually growing the happiness of our customers. Review, give and maintain Project Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to BMS procedures is maintained. Act as Key Point of contact for Design (Project Chief Engineer & CDE) for any Hardware concerns at Bolton. Act as External Customer for Product/ Hardware Quality issues/ concerns Customer interface for on and off site Product Acceptance activities Represent Project at the Op's NCRP Level 1 & 2 Act as the Key point of contact for the Project Quality Assurance Manager Represent Project QA at the monthly Operations Management Report on any escapes to our External Customers Ensure product life cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions handled appropriately. Lead product non-conformance and facilitate implementation of non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide non-conformance data analysis and summary reports into major equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues to reduce risk and increase customer happiness. Participate in process improvement and facilitate local flash audits, providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and proficiencies within the Project teams. Provide support to the transfer of technology process. What we're looking for from you: Ideally HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance is desirable, or equivalent work experience Ideally a practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) A high degree of self-motivation, autonomy and ability to work proactively, with excellent organisation, communication & social skills An ability to inspire change, a respectful great teammate, comfortable working in a matrix organization Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and initiative to deliver improvements Ability to understand and respect cultural differences Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
31/03/2026
Full time
Stevenage A phenomenal permanent opportunity has arisen to join the Maritime Weapon System Quality Assurance team supporting projects in the development & production phases of the life cycle at Bristol. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: You will play a pivotal role within an established team with the aim of ensuring all core Quality Assurance activities are met, as well as the potential to work with domestic and international colleagues on projects involving transfer of technology. This is an outstanding opportunity to network with and see a large variety of MBDA's functions and activities across all sites. The role will involve working on a multi-national project, as well as with an established Quality network preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth equipment delivery, assuring reliable products in Production and continually growing the happiness of our customers. Review, give and maintain Project Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to BMS procedures is maintained. Act as Key Point of contact for Design (Project Chief Engineer & CDE) for any Hardware concerns at Bolton. Act as External Customer for Product/ Hardware Quality issues/ concerns Customer interface for on and off site Product Acceptance activities Represent Project at the Op's NCRP Level 1 & 2 Act as the Key point of contact for the Project Quality Assurance Manager Represent Project QA at the monthly Operations Management Report on any escapes to our External Customers Ensure product life cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions handled appropriately. Lead product non-conformance and facilitate implementation of non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide non-conformance data analysis and summary reports into major equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues to reduce risk and increase customer happiness. Participate in process improvement and facilitate local flash audits, providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and proficiencies within the Project teams. Provide support to the transfer of technology process. What we're looking for from you: Ideally HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance is desirable, or equivalent work experience Ideally a practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) A high degree of self-motivation, autonomy and ability to work proactively, with excellent organisation, communication & social skills An ability to inspire change, a respectful great teammate, comfortable working in a matrix organization Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and initiative to deliver improvements Ability to understand and respect cultural differences Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Oracle Database Specialist Manchester / Leeds - hybrid 6 months - likely to be extended 600 - 700 per day inside IR35 - umbrella only Hold active SC clearance - eligible candidates will be considered The Oracle Database Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance, and integrity of our core data platforms. Operating independently, the DBA safeguards the operational continuity of key systems by maintaining resilient databases, optimising performance, and resolving complex issues that directly impact service availability. This role underpins smooth project delivery by providing expert guidance across development, QA, and infrastructure teams, ensuring that databases remain secure, performant, and fit for purpose throughout ongoing change. Their expertise enables the wider organisation to implement functional solutions with confidence, supported by robust data foundations that meet stringent operational and regulatory requirements. What you'll be doing - your accountabilities Delivers stable, secure, and high-performing Oracle database environments that underpin critical services and ensure positive operational outcomes. Leads collaboration with development, QA, and operational teams to understand technical requirements, diagnose database-related issues, and shape effective data solutions. Implements clear, robust recommendations and technical documentation, including backup strategies, performance improvement actions, and configuration standards, while identifying risks, gaps, and dependencies. Designs and optimises repeatable database patterns, ensuring scalability, resilience, and compliance across production and non-production environments. Enables teams to fully leverage database capabilities, providing expert guidance on performance behaviour, schema design impacts, and data lifecycle considerations. Strengthens engineering practices by contributing to shared DBA methods, knowledge bases, and operational runbooks, improving organisational efficiency and repeatability. Ensures alignment with enterprise security policies, audit requirements, and architectural guardrails, maintaining database configurations that satisfy regulatory and compliance obligations. Provides authoritative expertise on Oracle technologies, informing senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and long-term considerations related to the database estate. Supports delivery of complex change initiatives, including platform upgrades, patching cycles, performance remediation programmes, and strategic migrations. Champions continuous improvement, staying current with Oracle capabilities, performance tuning techniques, and emerging best practices-and applying these to enhance stability and reliability. Mentors and supports colleagues across Dev, QA, and ASG, acting as the go-to technical expert for database performance, resilience, recovery processes, and incident resolution. Skills Extensive hands-on experience administering Oracle Database 12c in high-availability, mission-critical environments. Proven track record of diagnosing and resolving complex database performance issues, including SQL tuning, AWR/ASH analysis, and optimisation of high-volume transactional workloads. Demonstrable experience managing RMAN backup and recovery strategies, including real-world restore scenarios and resilience testing. Background in patching, upgrading, and hardening Oracle estates, ensuring security compliance and minimal service disruption. Experience supporting development and QA teams, including reviewing schema changes, analysing data behaviours, and advising on query patterns. Strong operational experience on Linux platforms, particularly in areas affecting DB performance such as I/O, filesystem layout, and kernel tuning. Hands-on experience troubleshooting live service issues, including production incident support, root cause analysis, and stabilisation activities. Experience working within regulated or audited environments, with a solid understanding of data protection, access control, and evidential accuracy. Familiarity with multi-environment estate management (DEV/TEST/UAT/STAGE/PROD), including promotion workflows and change governance. Experience contributing to runbooks, standards, and operational documentation to support repeatable and reliable database operations. Comfortable working independently as a subject-matter expert, often being the primary point of escalation for database-related issues.
31/03/2026
Contractor
Oracle Database Specialist Manchester / Leeds - hybrid 6 months - likely to be extended 600 - 700 per day inside IR35 - umbrella only Hold active SC clearance - eligible candidates will be considered The Oracle Database Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance, and integrity of our core data platforms. Operating independently, the DBA safeguards the operational continuity of key systems by maintaining resilient databases, optimising performance, and resolving complex issues that directly impact service availability. This role underpins smooth project delivery by providing expert guidance across development, QA, and infrastructure teams, ensuring that databases remain secure, performant, and fit for purpose throughout ongoing change. Their expertise enables the wider organisation to implement functional solutions with confidence, supported by robust data foundations that meet stringent operational and regulatory requirements. What you'll be doing - your accountabilities Delivers stable, secure, and high-performing Oracle database environments that underpin critical services and ensure positive operational outcomes. Leads collaboration with development, QA, and operational teams to understand technical requirements, diagnose database-related issues, and shape effective data solutions. Implements clear, robust recommendations and technical documentation, including backup strategies, performance improvement actions, and configuration standards, while identifying risks, gaps, and dependencies. Designs and optimises repeatable database patterns, ensuring scalability, resilience, and compliance across production and non-production environments. Enables teams to fully leverage database capabilities, providing expert guidance on performance behaviour, schema design impacts, and data lifecycle considerations. Strengthens engineering practices by contributing to shared DBA methods, knowledge bases, and operational runbooks, improving organisational efficiency and repeatability. Ensures alignment with enterprise security policies, audit requirements, and architectural guardrails, maintaining database configurations that satisfy regulatory and compliance obligations. Provides authoritative expertise on Oracle technologies, informing senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and long-term considerations related to the database estate. Supports delivery of complex change initiatives, including platform upgrades, patching cycles, performance remediation programmes, and strategic migrations. Champions continuous improvement, staying current with Oracle capabilities, performance tuning techniques, and emerging best practices-and applying these to enhance stability and reliability. Mentors and supports colleagues across Dev, QA, and ASG, acting as the go-to technical expert for database performance, resilience, recovery processes, and incident resolution. Skills Extensive hands-on experience administering Oracle Database 12c in high-availability, mission-critical environments. Proven track record of diagnosing and resolving complex database performance issues, including SQL tuning, AWR/ASH analysis, and optimisation of high-volume transactional workloads. Demonstrable experience managing RMAN backup and recovery strategies, including real-world restore scenarios and resilience testing. Background in patching, upgrading, and hardening Oracle estates, ensuring security compliance and minimal service disruption. Experience supporting development and QA teams, including reviewing schema changes, analysing data behaviours, and advising on query patterns. Strong operational experience on Linux platforms, particularly in areas affecting DB performance such as I/O, filesystem layout, and kernel tuning. Hands-on experience troubleshooting live service issues, including production incident support, root cause analysis, and stabilisation activities. Experience working within regulated or audited environments, with a solid understanding of data protection, access control, and evidential accuracy. Familiarity with multi-environment estate management (DEV/TEST/UAT/STAGE/PROD), including promotion workflows and change governance. Experience contributing to runbooks, standards, and operational documentation to support repeatable and reliable database operations. Comfortable working independently as a subject-matter expert, often being the primary point of escalation for database-related issues.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Salary: Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. This opportunity provides the chance to play a pivotal role within an established QA team embedded within Electronic Engineering with the aim of ensuring all core QA EE activities are met and closely working with Major project Product Assurance Managers across the business, preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth Equipment delivery, assuring reliable products and increasing Customer satisfaction. The Role Review, contribute and maintain Equipment Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to Electronic Engineering BMS procedures is maintained. Ensure Product Life Cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions managed appropriately. Manage Product Non-Conformance. Facilitate implementation of Non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide Non-Conformance data analysis and summary reports into Major Equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues for in house equipment's with the aim of reducing risk and increasing customer satisfaction. Participate in engineering process improvement and facilitate local flash audits providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and competencies within the engineering team& site facilities, bonus scheme and superb learning and development opportunities. What we're looking for from you: Ideally minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance or considerable previous experience in related role. Experienced quality professionals, preferably within Electronic Engineering with a proven track record in Quality Assurance. Practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Good knowledge of the product lifecycle - specifically in development Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and ability to use own initiative to deliver improvements Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
31/03/2026
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Salary: Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineering professional to join the Quality Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Electronic Equipment's in Development. This opportunity provides the chance to play a pivotal role within an established QA team embedded within Electronic Engineering with the aim of ensuring all core QA EE activities are met and closely working with Major project Product Assurance Managers across the business, preventing/minimising product non-conformance, supporting smooth Equipment delivery, assuring reliable products and increasing Customer satisfaction. The Role Review, contribute and maintain Equipment Quality planning documentation. Ensure compliance to Electronic Engineering BMS procedures is maintained. Ensure Product Life Cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions managed appropriately. Manage Product Non-Conformance. Facilitate implementation of Non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide Non-Conformance data analysis and summary reports into Major Equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate Quality risks and issues for in house equipment's with the aim of reducing risk and increasing customer satisfaction. Participate in engineering process improvement and facilitate local flash audits providing compliance and process improvement ideas. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness, efficiencies and competencies within the engineering team& site facilities, bonus scheme and superb learning and development opportunities. What we're looking for from you: Ideally minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or Quality Assurance or considerable previous experience in related role. Experienced quality professionals, preferably within Electronic Engineering with a proven track record in Quality Assurance. Practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Good knowledge of the product lifecycle - specifically in development Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and ability to use own initiative to deliver improvements Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Senior Civil Engineer If you are a Senior Civil Engineer looking to take ownership of projects, lead teams and play a key role in shaping major developments, this Kent-based opportunity offers the challenge and progression you are looking for. This Senior Civil Engineer role combines technical leadership, client engagement and career development within a growing infrastructure environment. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be trusted to lead schemes from feasibility through to construction, influence technical decisions and mentor engineers around you. You will work on large, high-profile residential developments while maintaining a healthy balance between office collaboration and flexible working. You will be joining an expanding infrastructure team delivering work primarily for large residential developers, alongside selected industrial, commercial and energy projects. Residential schemes typically range from around 100 units to several thousand dwellings. The team specialises in drainage, highways and development infrastructure and works closely with transport and flood risk professionals to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions. This Senior Civil Engineer role is based in Kent and is primarily office based, with the opportunity to work from home on some days by agreement. You will be doing the following: Leading the design and day-to-day management of multiple infrastructure projects across a range of clients Taking ownership of programme, budget and quality, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard Guiding, mentoring and supporting junior engineers, delegating and checking work to maintain technical excellence Reviewing drawings and calculations to ensure compliance with design standards and internal QA procedures Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders, building strong working relationships To succeed as a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have: Consultancy experience delivering development infrastructure projects, particularly residential schemes Strong technical knowledge of Sewer Sector Guidance, Building Regulations, DMRB and CIRIA C753 Advanced ability using MicroDrainage/Flow and AutoCAD, with Civil 3D and/or Site 3D being advantageous Experience across pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including S104, S38 and S278 approvals Excellent communication skills, confidence leading others and a proactive approach to problem solving As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering and overseeing: Concept and detailed drainage strategies Levels strategies and earthworks appraisals Planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements Due diligence reviews to support land acquisition Detailed design and construction drawings Securing technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 and associated agreements The salary for this Senior Civil Engineer position is dependent on experience. You will also benefit from flexible working, involvement in large and technically interesting projects, and a role that supports long-term career progression. This Kent-based Senior Civil Engineer role offers clear progression as the team continues to grow. You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership, commercial awareness and technical expertise, with increasing responsibility over time. The role is office based, with agreed home working available. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
31/03/2026
Full time
Senior Civil Engineer If you are a Senior Civil Engineer looking to take ownership of projects, lead teams and play a key role in shaping major developments, this Kent-based opportunity offers the challenge and progression you are looking for. This Senior Civil Engineer role combines technical leadership, client engagement and career development within a growing infrastructure environment. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be trusted to lead schemes from feasibility through to construction, influence technical decisions and mentor engineers around you. You will work on large, high-profile residential developments while maintaining a healthy balance between office collaboration and flexible working. You will be joining an expanding infrastructure team delivering work primarily for large residential developers, alongside selected industrial, commercial and energy projects. Residential schemes typically range from around 100 units to several thousand dwellings. The team specialises in drainage, highways and development infrastructure and works closely with transport and flood risk professionals to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions. This Senior Civil Engineer role is based in Kent and is primarily office based, with the opportunity to work from home on some days by agreement. You will be doing the following: Leading the design and day-to-day management of multiple infrastructure projects across a range of clients Taking ownership of programme, budget and quality, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard Guiding, mentoring and supporting junior engineers, delegating and checking work to maintain technical excellence Reviewing drawings and calculations to ensure compliance with design standards and internal QA procedures Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders, building strong working relationships To succeed as a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have: Consultancy experience delivering development infrastructure projects, particularly residential schemes Strong technical knowledge of Sewer Sector Guidance, Building Regulations, DMRB and CIRIA C753 Advanced ability using MicroDrainage/Flow and AutoCAD, with Civil 3D and/or Site 3D being advantageous Experience across pre-planning, planning and detailed design stages, including S104, S38 and S278 approvals Excellent communication skills, confidence leading others and a proactive approach to problem solving As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering and overseeing: Concept and detailed drainage strategies Levels strategies and earthworks appraisals Planning documentation including Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Technical Notes and Utilities Statements Due diligence reviews to support land acquisition Detailed design and construction drawings Securing technical approvals for S104, S38, S278 and associated agreements The salary for this Senior Civil Engineer position is dependent on experience. You will also benefit from flexible working, involvement in large and technically interesting projects, and a role that supports long-term career progression. This Kent-based Senior Civil Engineer role offers clear progression as the team continues to grow. You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership, commercial awareness and technical expertise, with increasing responsibility over time. The role is office based, with agreed home working available. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Job Title: QA Manager VP - Counterparty Credit Risk Location: London (3 days per week onsite) Contract: 12 months Working Pattern: Full Time Status: Inside IR35 Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the world of Counterparty Credit Risk? Our client is looking for an experienced and dynamic QA Manager VP to lead testing activities in a fast-paced banking environment. If you possess strong expertise in QA processes and a keen understanding of Counterparty Credit Risk, we want to hear from you! We are seeking an experienced QA Manager / VP-level professional to join a high-profile, cross-region project in the credit risk domain. This is a senior, management-focused role overseeing end-to-end QA activities, ensuring quality delivery of critical banking systems, and coordinating across global teams. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills: Proven experience as a QA Manager/ Test Manager in banking/financial services. Strong understanding of credit risk products, including counterparty credit risk, EAD, collateral, repos/reverse repos, and securities lending. End-to-end testing experience (SIT, UAT) and familiarity with Jira/X-ray. Experience in release management and providing QA sign-off. Strong stakeholder management skills with global teams. Agile methodology experience is essential. Experience with automation strategy is advantageous but hands-on testing is not required. What You'll Do: As the QA Manager VP, you will be at the forefront of shaping the testing landscape within the Counterparty Credit Risk domain. Your responsibilities will include: Defining and Implementing Test Strategies: Create a robust test strategy that aligns with our client's QA processes and governance standards. Building High-Performing QA Teams: Recruit, mentor, and develop a talented QA function, ensuring excellence in testing delivery. Enhancing QA Processes: Review and improve existing QA practises to foster a culture of continuous improvement. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, developers, and risk stakeholders to ensure comprehensive test coverage and effective communication. Governance and Compliance: Ensure all QA activities adhere to internal audit guidelines and regulatory requirements. Preferred Skills: Exposure to Counterparty Credit Risk concepts (EAD, PFE, MPE, collateral workflows). Understanding of banking SDLC/STLC governance and technology frameworks. Experience in Agile environments and large-scale transformation projects. Familiarity with automation frameworks (a bonus!). Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a key area of our client's operations. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of testing within Counterparty Credit Risk. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about QA and have the skills to lead a team in a transformative environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a vibrant organisation that values innovation and excellence. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role. Let's embark on this journey together! Join our client and help shape the future of Counterparty Credit Risk testing. Your expertise is the key to unlocking success! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
31/03/2026
Contractor
Job Title: QA Manager VP - Counterparty Credit Risk Location: London (3 days per week onsite) Contract: 12 months Working Pattern: Full Time Status: Inside IR35 Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the world of Counterparty Credit Risk? Our client is looking for an experienced and dynamic QA Manager VP to lead testing activities in a fast-paced banking environment. If you possess strong expertise in QA processes and a keen understanding of Counterparty Credit Risk, we want to hear from you! We are seeking an experienced QA Manager / VP-level professional to join a high-profile, cross-region project in the credit risk domain. This is a senior, management-focused role overseeing end-to-end QA activities, ensuring quality delivery of critical banking systems, and coordinating across global teams. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills: Proven experience as a QA Manager/ Test Manager in banking/financial services. Strong understanding of credit risk products, including counterparty credit risk, EAD, collateral, repos/reverse repos, and securities lending. End-to-end testing experience (SIT, UAT) and familiarity with Jira/X-ray. Experience in release management and providing QA sign-off. Strong stakeholder management skills with global teams. Agile methodology experience is essential. Experience with automation strategy is advantageous but hands-on testing is not required. What You'll Do: As the QA Manager VP, you will be at the forefront of shaping the testing landscape within the Counterparty Credit Risk domain. Your responsibilities will include: Defining and Implementing Test Strategies: Create a robust test strategy that aligns with our client's QA processes and governance standards. Building High-Performing QA Teams: Recruit, mentor, and develop a talented QA function, ensuring excellence in testing delivery. Enhancing QA Processes: Review and improve existing QA practises to foster a culture of continuous improvement. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, developers, and risk stakeholders to ensure comprehensive test coverage and effective communication. Governance and Compliance: Ensure all QA activities adhere to internal audit guidelines and regulatory requirements. Preferred Skills: Exposure to Counterparty Credit Risk concepts (EAD, PFE, MPE, collateral workflows). Understanding of banking SDLC/STLC governance and technology frameworks. Experience in Agile environments and large-scale transformation projects. Familiarity with automation frameworks (a bonus!). Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a key area of our client's operations. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of testing within Counterparty Credit Risk. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about QA and have the skills to lead a team in a transformative environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a vibrant organisation that values innovation and excellence. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role. Let's embark on this journey together! Join our client and help shape the future of Counterparty Credit Risk testing. Your expertise is the key to unlocking success! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Software Developer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
31/03/2026
Full time
Software Developer Hybrid Bournemouth HQ Job Overview: A leading company in the aviation simulation and training industry, known for delivering innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety and efficiency. Headquartered in Bournemouth, the company are committed to driving excellence through cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service. Join them as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in the world of aviation . We are seeking a dedicated Software Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with senior technical staff to design, implement, and document software solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external clients. Your focus will be on developing new product features and ensuring high-quality code production. Key Responsibilities: Feature Implementation: Develop new product features based on detailed functional specifications. This includes analysing requirements to propose technical solutions, designing software with necessary documentation updates, implementing code in line with established standards, and testing your changes before handing over to QA. Issue Resolution: Quickly address and resolve defects reported by internal teams or customers. Quality Code Delivery: Produce high-quality code on schedule and within budget, following departmental procedures and technical guidance from senior staff. Progress Reporting: Provide estimates for task completion and report progress as requested. Identify and communicate any issues or risks that might impact deadlines. Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, C#, or similar high-level object-oriented languages. Knowledge of scripting languages Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a focus on Object-Oriented Design (OOD). Familiarity with version control systems and version control software. Competency with one or more Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Experience with Windows operating systems. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with team leaders, team members, and other department representatives. If you're passionate about software development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Head of Engineering Leeds (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in office) £70,000 - £80,000 + strong pension + private healthcare My client is a growing SaaS provider delivering software solutions to a diverse client base. Their platform underpins operational, regulatory and field-based workflows, with a strong emphasis on reliability, scalability and continuous improvement. As they continue to scale and mature ahead of future growth, they are now seeking a Head of Engineering to shape and lead their development function. This is a key leadership role where you'll guide engineering culture, influence delivery processes, and ensure the development organisation is set up for sustainable, long-term success. What will you do in the role? Engineering Delivery Own day-to-day delivery of all engineering work across web and mobile teams Allocate development resources across projects and workstreams Ensure developers are focused on a limited number of concurrent workstreams Work with Product Managers to sequence and prioritise work effectively Team Leadership Line-manage engineers and support Team Leads in their technical leadership duties Set clear objectives, expectations and growth paths for all engineers Promote a positive, sustainable and high-performing engineering culture Lead and mentor a team of 9 engineers Development Standards & Quality Define and enforce coding standards and engineering best practices Ensure robust and consistent code review processes Promote secure coding practices Partner with QA to ensure product quality remains consistently high Release & Delivery Governance Own release governance and approval processes Ensure releases meet testing and quality requirements Work with the Platform team to improve deployment processes Maintain a reliable, predictable release cadence Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Product Managers on prioritisation and demand management Collaborate with Platform & Architecture on technical initiatives Provide engineering input into planning, estimation and delivery commitments Continuous Improvement Identify inefficiencies in engineering processes and implement improvements Reduce technical debt through structured prioritisation Drive adoption of modern development practices, tools and methodologies What skills/experience will you already have? Essential 5+ years' experience in software development environments Previous experience leading engineering teams Experience delivering software in a SaaS or client-driven environment Experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Strong understanding of modern software development practices Experience with .NET and web-based architectures Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to challenge and influence non-technical stakeholders Experience working with Agile or Kanban delivery models Desirable Experience scaling engineering teams Experience in organisations preparing for acquisition Leadership or management training Personal Qualities Strong leadership presence Calm under pressure Pragmatic and delivery-focused Continuous improvement mindset Excellent communication skills If you're looking for a senior leadership role where you can shape engineering culture, drive delivery excellence and influence the growth of a SaaS platform, please apply to find out more. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
31/03/2026
Full time
Head of Engineering Leeds (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in office) £70,000 - £80,000 + strong pension + private healthcare My client is a growing SaaS provider delivering software solutions to a diverse client base. Their platform underpins operational, regulatory and field-based workflows, with a strong emphasis on reliability, scalability and continuous improvement. As they continue to scale and mature ahead of future growth, they are now seeking a Head of Engineering to shape and lead their development function. This is a key leadership role where you'll guide engineering culture, influence delivery processes, and ensure the development organisation is set up for sustainable, long-term success. What will you do in the role? Engineering Delivery Own day-to-day delivery of all engineering work across web and mobile teams Allocate development resources across projects and workstreams Ensure developers are focused on a limited number of concurrent workstreams Work with Product Managers to sequence and prioritise work effectively Team Leadership Line-manage engineers and support Team Leads in their technical leadership duties Set clear objectives, expectations and growth paths for all engineers Promote a positive, sustainable and high-performing engineering culture Lead and mentor a team of 9 engineers Development Standards & Quality Define and enforce coding standards and engineering best practices Ensure robust and consistent code review processes Promote secure coding practices Partner with QA to ensure product quality remains consistently high Release & Delivery Governance Own release governance and approval processes Ensure releases meet testing and quality requirements Work with the Platform team to improve deployment processes Maintain a reliable, predictable release cadence Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Product Managers on prioritisation and demand management Collaborate with Platform & Architecture on technical initiatives Provide engineering input into planning, estimation and delivery commitments Continuous Improvement Identify inefficiencies in engineering processes and implement improvements Reduce technical debt through structured prioritisation Drive adoption of modern development practices, tools and methodologies What skills/experience will you already have? Essential 5+ years' experience in software development environments Previous experience leading engineering teams Experience delivering software in a SaaS or client-driven environment Experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Strong understanding of modern software development practices Experience with .NET and web-based architectures Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to challenge and influence non-technical stakeholders Experience working with Agile or Kanban delivery models Desirable Experience scaling engineering teams Experience in organisations preparing for acquisition Leadership or management training Personal Qualities Strong leadership presence Calm under pressure Pragmatic and delivery-focused Continuous improvement mindset Excellent communication skills If you're looking for a senior leadership role where you can shape engineering culture, drive delivery excellence and influence the growth of a SaaS platform, please apply to find out more. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer - Up to 44,000 PA Southampton - Hybrid Working We are working with a well-established technology organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of customer-facing systems and core software products. This position sits within a professional services environment and involves testing both standard solutions and complex, customer-specific implementations. You will work closely with developers, project managers and technical stakeholders, taking ownership of testing activities and ensuring systems meet defined quality standards prior to release and go-live. As a Senior Software Tester, you will be responsible for driving software quality through effective manual and automated testing practices. You will contribute to the ongoing improvement of testing processes, support customer UAT, and act as a subject-matter expert for QA activities across projects, identifying and resolving defects early in the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities: Leading and executing software testing activities on customer systems prior to installation and go-live Designing, writing and maintaining robust manual and automated test scripts Owning the creation and maintenance of test plans, test cases and supporting documentation Working collaboratively with development and technical teams to identify, log, prioritise and resolve defects Creating and managing test data to support functional, regression and integration testing Supporting and coordinating user acceptance testing, including direct customer engagement Providing go-live support and post-deployment validation where required Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing standards, tools and methodologies Providing guidance and best practice advice to customers during UAT and test planning Supporting internal product testing and mentoring junior team members where appropriate Requirements: Proven experience in a Software Testing / QA role, operating with a high degree of autonomy Strong hands-on experience with manual testing across complex systems Demonstrable experience designing and maintaining comprehensive test documentation Experience working in Windows Client and Server environments Confident use of Microsoft Office applications for test reporting and documentation Highly advantageous experience: ISTQB Foundation or Advanced certification Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (Ranorex, Selenium or similar) Exposure to C#, Java, or other object-oriented programming languages Experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databases, including querying and data validation Experience using source control tools such as TFS or Git Understanding of network architecture, IT security and Active Directory Experience within document management, OCR or enterprise systems environments The role may involve occasional UK and international travel. Hybrid working is available once probation is passed, with 1-2 days per week on site.
27/03/2026
Full time
Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer - Up to 44,000 PA Southampton - Hybrid Working We are working with a well-established technology organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of customer-facing systems and core software products. This position sits within a professional services environment and involves testing both standard solutions and complex, customer-specific implementations. You will work closely with developers, project managers and technical stakeholders, taking ownership of testing activities and ensuring systems meet defined quality standards prior to release and go-live. As a Senior Software Tester, you will be responsible for driving software quality through effective manual and automated testing practices. You will contribute to the ongoing improvement of testing processes, support customer UAT, and act as a subject-matter expert for QA activities across projects, identifying and resolving defects early in the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities: Leading and executing software testing activities on customer systems prior to installation and go-live Designing, writing and maintaining robust manual and automated test scripts Owning the creation and maintenance of test plans, test cases and supporting documentation Working collaboratively with development and technical teams to identify, log, prioritise and resolve defects Creating and managing test data to support functional, regression and integration testing Supporting and coordinating user acceptance testing, including direct customer engagement Providing go-live support and post-deployment validation where required Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing standards, tools and methodologies Providing guidance and best practice advice to customers during UAT and test planning Supporting internal product testing and mentoring junior team members where appropriate Requirements: Proven experience in a Software Testing / QA role, operating with a high degree of autonomy Strong hands-on experience with manual testing across complex systems Demonstrable experience designing and maintaining comprehensive test documentation Experience working in Windows Client and Server environments Confident use of Microsoft Office applications for test reporting and documentation Highly advantageous experience: ISTQB Foundation or Advanced certification Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (Ranorex, Selenium or similar) Exposure to C#, Java, or other object-oriented programming languages Experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databases, including querying and data validation Experience using source control tools such as TFS or Git Understanding of network architecture, IT security and Active Directory Experience within document management, OCR or enterprise systems environments The role may involve occasional UK and international travel. Hybrid working is available once probation is passed, with 1-2 days per week on site.
Lead Software Tester Hybrid - Near Abingdon / Oxford + WFH Circa £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus and good benefits A rare and exciting opportunity for a Lead / Senior Software Tester to join a thriving software solutions company, located close to Abingdon and Oxford. This role embraces flexibility, offering the chance to work from home three or four days a week. Our client is part of a leading software solutions group that develops and hosts a range of web-based products using Microsoft development tools such as .Net, C#, and Azure. Currently, the company partners with an offshore supplier for their development and testing needs, but they are eager to bring more of this work in-house. This marks their first QA / Test position, and they have ambitious plans to quickly expand the team. For this inaugural role, they are seeking an experienced testing or QA professional who can work closely with Product Owners, Development teams and Stakeholders. The position is hands-on and packed with opportunities to develop and refine both new and existing processes. As the QA team grows, you'll have the chance to lead new test resources and play a pivotal role in shaping best practices, governance, and more. Key Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate testing efforts across multiple projects and delivery teams Define, implement, and continuously improve testing standards, frameworks, and best practices Establish and promote a quality-driven mindset across all stages of the development lifecycle Manage and mentor testers, providing guidance, support, and career development Oversee test planning, test case design, execution, and defect management Ensure appropriate test coverage across functional, integration, regression, and non-functional testing Collaborate with development and product teams to ensure clear requirements and acceptance criteria Identify risks and provide clear reporting on quality metrics, test progress, and release readiness Champion continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and automation Key Experience & Attributes required: circ 10+ years' experience in software testing or quality assurance roles Proven experience leading testing teams across multiple projects or products Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks Experience implementing and maintaining test strategies and standards Ability to influence stakeholders and promote best practices in quality assurance Excellent communication and leadership skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments Experience in the best practices around automated testing solutions Beneficial - Test Automation tools and frameworks, performance and security testing and ISTQB, CAST, or CSQA certification If you're seeking a position with an innovative software company that offers professional growth and development, this could be the perfect fit for you. The client is offering a competitive salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience), along with a bonus, company pension, generous holiday entitlement, and other benefits. For more information, please send your CV to Wayne Young at Young's Employment Services Ltd. YES is operating as both a recruitment Agency and Recruitment Business.
27/03/2026
Full time
Lead Software Tester Hybrid - Near Abingdon / Oxford + WFH Circa £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus and good benefits A rare and exciting opportunity for a Lead / Senior Software Tester to join a thriving software solutions company, located close to Abingdon and Oxford. This role embraces flexibility, offering the chance to work from home three or four days a week. Our client is part of a leading software solutions group that develops and hosts a range of web-based products using Microsoft development tools such as .Net, C#, and Azure. Currently, the company partners with an offshore supplier for their development and testing needs, but they are eager to bring more of this work in-house. This marks their first QA / Test position, and they have ambitious plans to quickly expand the team. For this inaugural role, they are seeking an experienced testing or QA professional who can work closely with Product Owners, Development teams and Stakeholders. The position is hands-on and packed with opportunities to develop and refine both new and existing processes. As the QA team grows, you'll have the chance to lead new test resources and play a pivotal role in shaping best practices, governance, and more. Key Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate testing efforts across multiple projects and delivery teams Define, implement, and continuously improve testing standards, frameworks, and best practices Establish and promote a quality-driven mindset across all stages of the development lifecycle Manage and mentor testers, providing guidance, support, and career development Oversee test planning, test case design, execution, and defect management Ensure appropriate test coverage across functional, integration, regression, and non-functional testing Collaborate with development and product teams to ensure clear requirements and acceptance criteria Identify risks and provide clear reporting on quality metrics, test progress, and release readiness Champion continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and automation Key Experience & Attributes required: circ 10+ years' experience in software testing or quality assurance roles Proven experience leading testing teams across multiple projects or products Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks Experience implementing and maintaining test strategies and standards Ability to influence stakeholders and promote best practices in quality assurance Excellent communication and leadership skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments Experience in the best practices around automated testing solutions Beneficial - Test Automation tools and frameworks, performance and security testing and ISTQB, CAST, or CSQA certification If you're seeking a position with an innovative software company that offers professional growth and development, this could be the perfect fit for you. The client is offering a competitive salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience), along with a bonus, company pension, generous holiday entitlement, and other benefits. For more information, please send your CV to Wayne Young at Young's Employment Services Ltd. YES is operating as both a recruitment Agency and Recruitment Business.
Hiring: Dynamics 365 Senior Functional Consultant | £90,000 | Southeast Based | Hybrid Join a global organisation on a mission to redefine what "best-in-class" looks like. We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. If you want to shape a global D365 landscape rather than simply operate in one, this is where you can do it. Role expectations: Leading functional design and solution architecture discussions across the business Analyse business processes and translate them into effective Dynamics 365 configurations and solutions ?'support end to end project delivery including testing, training and go live support Provide guidance on platform governance, data quality, release management, and system optimisation. Work efficiently within large, complex, multisystem organisations and nvaigate competing priorities and work closely with QA teams to implement test plans. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant ?'solid R2R process experience & Dynamics F&O knowledge ?'strong knowledge of key D365 finance modules (AP, AR, GL, PMA, HR, Bank & Budgets.). Hands on experience working with cross functional teams in enterprise scale implementations or transformations ?'solid understanding of integration patterns and data flows between D365 and external systems. Familiarity with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse). ?'strong communication and stakeholder management skills A background in finance is highly desirable. Sounds up your street? Drop me your CV and contact number to to discuss further!
27/03/2026
Full time
Hiring: Dynamics 365 Senior Functional Consultant | £90,000 | Southeast Based | Hybrid Join a global organisation on a mission to redefine what "best-in-class" looks like. We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. If you want to shape a global D365 landscape rather than simply operate in one, this is where you can do it. Role expectations: Leading functional design and solution architecture discussions across the business Analyse business processes and translate them into effective Dynamics 365 configurations and solutions ?'support end to end project delivery including testing, training and go live support Provide guidance on platform governance, data quality, release management, and system optimisation. Work efficiently within large, complex, multisystem organisations and nvaigate competing priorities and work closely with QA teams to implement test plans. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant ?'solid R2R process experience & Dynamics F&O knowledge ?'strong knowledge of key D365 finance modules (AP, AR, GL, PMA, HR, Bank & Budgets.). Hands on experience working with cross functional teams in enterprise scale implementations or transformations ?'solid understanding of integration patterns and data flows between D365 and external systems. Familiarity with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse). ?'strong communication and stakeholder management skills A background in finance is highly desirable. Sounds up your street? Drop me your CV and contact number to to discuss further!
Hiring: Dynamics 365 Senior Functional Consultant | £90,000 | Southeast Based | Hybrid Join a global organisation on a mission to redefine what "best-in-class" looks like. We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. If you want to shape a global D365 landscape rather than simply operate in one, this is where you can do it. Role expectations: Leading functional design and solution architecture discussions across the business Analyse business processes and translate them into effective Dynamics 365 configurations and solutions Support end to end project delivery including testing, training and go live support Provide guidance on platform governance, data quality, release management, and system optimisation. Work efficiently within large, complex, multisystem organisations and nvaigate competing priorities and work closely with QA teams to implement test plans. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant Solid R2R process experience & Dynamics F&O knowledge Strong knowledge of key D365 finance modules (AP, AR, GL, PMA, HR, Bank & Budgets.). Hands on experience working with cross functional teams in enterprise scale implementations or transformations Solid understanding of integration patterns and data flows between D365 and external systems. Familiarity with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A background in finance is highly desirable. Sounds up your street? Drop me your CV and contact number to to discuss further!
27/03/2026
Full time
Hiring: Dynamics 365 Senior Functional Consultant | £90,000 | Southeast Based | Hybrid Join a global organisation on a mission to redefine what "best-in-class" looks like. We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. If you want to shape a global D365 landscape rather than simply operate in one, this is where you can do it. Role expectations: Leading functional design and solution architecture discussions across the business Analyse business processes and translate them into effective Dynamics 365 configurations and solutions Support end to end project delivery including testing, training and go live support Provide guidance on platform governance, data quality, release management, and system optimisation. Work efficiently within large, complex, multisystem organisations and nvaigate competing priorities and work closely with QA teams to implement test plans. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant Solid R2R process experience & Dynamics F&O knowledge Strong knowledge of key D365 finance modules (AP, AR, GL, PMA, HR, Bank & Budgets.). Hands on experience working with cross functional teams in enterprise scale implementations or transformations Solid understanding of integration patterns and data flows between D365 and external systems. Familiarity with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A background in finance is highly desirable. Sounds up your street? Drop me your CV and contact number to to discuss further!
Senior Frontend Engineer - Up to 70k - Remote First* - Automotive SaaS ECOM have teamed up with a tech company that build products for the automotive industry in a truly unique way, and they are looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer to craft stunning user experiences and bring a higher level of engineering practises to an already highly performing team. If youre passionate about cutting-edge technology and driving innovation, this role is for you! Our client is renowned for its ground breaking software delivery engine and commitment to high engineering standards. Their product simplifies vehicle purchasing and revolutionises automotive financing. They're now expanding their market leading UK products globally, setting new industry standards. The Role: As a Senior Frontend Engineer, youll collaborate closely with other Front End developers and be a mentor to more junior developers that are eager to learn. Together, you and the team will craft micro Front End applications that redefine automotive commerce. Your expertise in the Front End will drive technical excellence and innovation across projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical aspects of Front End development projects, collaborating with Front End/Back End engineers, Product teams, QA and commercial when required. Scope project requirements, conduct technical workshops, and produce specifications. Drive software craftsmanship and maintain high engineering standards. Requirements: Extensive experience in Front End development, with proficiency in Angular. Previous exposure to automated testing, TDD, and continuous delivery practices. Proven track record of deploying multiple times a day in a fast-paced environment. Excellent ability with HTML, CSS, vanilla Javascript and Typescript. Proficiency with web browser APIs and HTTP. Logical engineer who keenly avoids over-engineering solutions. Holds high quality code in a delivery focused setting. Experience developing shared code libraries (NPM packages). Experience with automated testing frameworks (Jest, Karma, Cypress, or Protractor) Competency with CI/CD pipeline to release software safely and effectively. Why Join Them? Join a company who offer a unique opportunity to shape your career path and work on projects that inspire you. Their collaborative environment encourages innovation and fosters growth. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, personalised learning and development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values your input. 2 Stage Interview Process (with no tech task) 1st stage - 1 hour conversation to understand how well the opportunity aligns to both yourself and the company 2nd stage - Paired programming exercise geared up to be as close to reality as possible to uncover deeper knowledge of software engineering, architecture, TDD etc If you're interested apply now through the link and I'll be in touch ASAP! *Our client are remote first however do the occasional office day from time to time for pure collaboration - this is at max once per month but is usually less frequent *Please note sponsorship is not available for this role and all candidates must have full right to work in the UK InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
06/10/2025
Full time
Senior Frontend Engineer - Up to 70k - Remote First* - Automotive SaaS ECOM have teamed up with a tech company that build products for the automotive industry in a truly unique way, and they are looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer to craft stunning user experiences and bring a higher level of engineering practises to an already highly performing team. If youre passionate about cutting-edge technology and driving innovation, this role is for you! Our client is renowned for its ground breaking software delivery engine and commitment to high engineering standards. Their product simplifies vehicle purchasing and revolutionises automotive financing. They're now expanding their market leading UK products globally, setting new industry standards. The Role: As a Senior Frontend Engineer, youll collaborate closely with other Front End developers and be a mentor to more junior developers that are eager to learn. Together, you and the team will craft micro Front End applications that redefine automotive commerce. Your expertise in the Front End will drive technical excellence and innovation across projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical aspects of Front End development projects, collaborating with Front End/Back End engineers, Product teams, QA and commercial when required. Scope project requirements, conduct technical workshops, and produce specifications. Drive software craftsmanship and maintain high engineering standards. Requirements: Extensive experience in Front End development, with proficiency in Angular. Previous exposure to automated testing, TDD, and continuous delivery practices. Proven track record of deploying multiple times a day in a fast-paced environment. Excellent ability with HTML, CSS, vanilla Javascript and Typescript. Proficiency with web browser APIs and HTTP. Logical engineer who keenly avoids over-engineering solutions. Holds high quality code in a delivery focused setting. Experience developing shared code libraries (NPM packages). Experience with automated testing frameworks (Jest, Karma, Cypress, or Protractor) Competency with CI/CD pipeline to release software safely and effectively. Why Join Them? Join a company who offer a unique opportunity to shape your career path and work on projects that inspire you. Their collaborative environment encourages innovation and fosters growth. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, personalised learning and development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values your input. 2 Stage Interview Process (with no tech task) 1st stage - 1 hour conversation to understand how well the opportunity aligns to both yourself and the company 2nd stage - Paired programming exercise geared up to be as close to reality as possible to uncover deeper knowledge of software engineering, architecture, TDD etc If you're interested apply now through the link and I'll be in touch ASAP! *Our client are remote first however do the occasional office day from time to time for pure collaboration - this is at max once per month but is usually less frequent *Please note sponsorship is not available for this role and all candidates must have full right to work in the UK InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.
03/10/2025
Full time
Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.
Senior / Lead QA Engineer - Middlesbrough Automation Testing / JavaScript / Cypress / SQL / Jira Hybrid Remote in Middlesbrough - 1 day a month in the office. Salary up to £55k. 5 years + experience needed Interviews being held ASAP. WHO ARE WE? We are a Software House working on a variety of projects covering both hospitality and tech for good. We are looking for a Lead / Senior QA to join our tech team who will be working into the CTO (a former QA) and alongside on projects and will have 2 direct reports. All of our employees work extremely hard and share the same passion to do well, making for an excellent working environment with a strong culture of trust. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? We are looking for a confident and driven Lead / Senior QA Engineer who will hit the ground running in this position. We are looking for someone with a passion for software quality and the ability to help us grow. You'll still be very hands on but will also be mentoring and leading 2 QA's. A key part of this role will be enforcing quality and dealing with defects. You will also be required to attending regular meetings. You will be involved in both manual and automation testing, as well as conducting Functional, Regression, UAT and End to End Testing. The ideal candidate for this role will have excellent communication skills and will enjoy voicing their ideas! WE NEED YOU TO HAVE Experience writing Automation tests. Previous experience in a Senior role. Strong working knowledge of JavaScript & Cypress. Experience with Functional, Regression, UAT and End to End Testing. Working knowledge of project management tooling such as JIRA. The ability to drive quality. Strong written and verbal communication skills. TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS Automation Testing / JavaScript / Cypress / SQL / Agile Call Settings Override To From Record Yes No Always use these settings
03/10/2025
Full time
Senior / Lead QA Engineer - Middlesbrough Automation Testing / JavaScript / Cypress / SQL / Jira Hybrid Remote in Middlesbrough - 1 day a month in the office. Salary up to £55k. 5 years + experience needed Interviews being held ASAP. WHO ARE WE? We are a Software House working on a variety of projects covering both hospitality and tech for good. We are looking for a Lead / Senior QA to join our tech team who will be working into the CTO (a former QA) and alongside on projects and will have 2 direct reports. All of our employees work extremely hard and share the same passion to do well, making for an excellent working environment with a strong culture of trust. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? We are looking for a confident and driven Lead / Senior QA Engineer who will hit the ground running in this position. We are looking for someone with a passion for software quality and the ability to help us grow. You'll still be very hands on but will also be mentoring and leading 2 QA's. A key part of this role will be enforcing quality and dealing with defects. You will also be required to attending regular meetings. You will be involved in both manual and automation testing, as well as conducting Functional, Regression, UAT and End to End Testing. The ideal candidate for this role will have excellent communication skills and will enjoy voicing their ideas! WE NEED YOU TO HAVE Experience writing Automation tests. Previous experience in a Senior role. Strong working knowledge of JavaScript & Cypress. Experience with Functional, Regression, UAT and End to End Testing. Working knowledge of project management tooling such as JIRA. The ability to drive quality. Strong written and verbal communication skills. TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS Automation Testing / JavaScript / Cypress / SQL / Agile Call Settings Override To From Record Yes No Always use these settings
Salesforce Developer Rate - Up to £550 per day overall assignment rate to umbrella Location - London (ADHOC onsite)Duration - 6 months. MUST BE SC ELIGIBLE About the Role As a Senior Salesforce Developer, you'll lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-level Salesforce solutions. Collaborating closely with functional consultants, business analysts, and QA testers, you will translate business needs into secure, high-quality Salesforce applications. You'll also support the team with technical leadership and uphold best practices throughout the software development life-cycle. Key Responsibilities Design and build secure, scalable solutions using Apex , Lightning Web Components (LWC) , and advanced Screen Flows . Implement complex access control models , including restrictive OWDs, sharing rules, and permission sets. Develop and maintain critical REST API integrations , including secure connections via Salesforce Private Connect . Configure Salesforce Shield , leveraging Real-Time Event Monitoring to integrate with tools like Splunk SIEM . Translate business and architectural requirements into well-documented, production-grade code. Mentor junior developers, perform code reviews, and promote engineering best practices. Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and reviews. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Salesforce Developer in a complex, enterprise environment. Strong proficiency in Apex (triggers, classes, asynchronous processing). Deep experience with Lightning Web Components (LWC) . Expertise in Salesforce Service Cloud , including Case Management, Knowledge, and Messaging for In-App/Web (MIAW) . Demonstrated ability to implement and manage Salesforce Shield and robust data security models. Solid understanding of Salesforce integration patterns and consuming external REST APIs. Experience working in Agile delivery teams (Scrum/Kanban). Desirable Skills Knowledge of Salesforce Public Sector Solution (PSS) . Experience with Salesforce Private Connect and secure network configurations. Familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk for event monitoring and security logging. Relevant Salesforce Certifications (e.g. Platform Developer II, Service Cloud Consultant, Security & Privacy Accredited Professional). Experience delivering secure solutions for UK government or public sector projects . Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
02/10/2025
Full time
Salesforce Developer Rate - Up to £550 per day overall assignment rate to umbrella Location - London (ADHOC onsite)Duration - 6 months. MUST BE SC ELIGIBLE About the Role As a Senior Salesforce Developer, you'll lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-level Salesforce solutions. Collaborating closely with functional consultants, business analysts, and QA testers, you will translate business needs into secure, high-quality Salesforce applications. You'll also support the team with technical leadership and uphold best practices throughout the software development life-cycle. Key Responsibilities Design and build secure, scalable solutions using Apex , Lightning Web Components (LWC) , and advanced Screen Flows . Implement complex access control models , including restrictive OWDs, sharing rules, and permission sets. Develop and maintain critical REST API integrations , including secure connections via Salesforce Private Connect . Configure Salesforce Shield , leveraging Real-Time Event Monitoring to integrate with tools like Splunk SIEM . Translate business and architectural requirements into well-documented, production-grade code. Mentor junior developers, perform code reviews, and promote engineering best practices. Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and reviews. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Salesforce Developer in a complex, enterprise environment. Strong proficiency in Apex (triggers, classes, asynchronous processing). Deep experience with Lightning Web Components (LWC) . Expertise in Salesforce Service Cloud , including Case Management, Knowledge, and Messaging for In-App/Web (MIAW) . Demonstrated ability to implement and manage Salesforce Shield and robust data security models. Solid understanding of Salesforce integration patterns and consuming external REST APIs. Experience working in Agile delivery teams (Scrum/Kanban). Desirable Skills Knowledge of Salesforce Public Sector Solution (PSS) . Experience with Salesforce Private Connect and secure network configurations. Familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk for event monitoring and security logging. Relevant Salesforce Certifications (e.g. Platform Developer II, Service Cloud Consultant, Security & Privacy Accredited Professional). Experience delivering secure solutions for UK government or public sector projects . Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Entity Framework/EF core - SAAS Lead Developer - .NET - Azure - SAAS Azure AD B2B Summary of the Role: We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Lead Developer to join our dynamic development team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on hands-on coding, mentoring team members, and driving technical solutions from concept to implementation. The Lead Developer will oversee development processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure best practices to create scalable, high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities: Hands-on Development: a) Actively participate in coding, with a strong focus on Back End and Front End development using modern technologies. You will be directly involved in the design, coding, and testing of software components. b) Ensure high-quality, secure, maintainable code is delivered and continuously refactored to align with industry best practices. Technical Leadership and Guidance: a) Lead a team of developers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and guidance on best practices in development, design patterns, and frameworks. b) Conduct code reviews to maintain code quality and provide constructive feedback to developers. Project Ownership and Delivery: a) Collaborate closely with Product Managers, QA, and other stakeholders to define and prioritize project deliverables and timelines. b) Break down complex requirements into technical specifications and actionable tasks, ensuring accurate delivery and milestone achievement. Process Optimization and Quality Assurance: a) Champion agile development processes, CI/CD practices, and automated testing to improve productivity, code quality, and release efficiency. b) Actively participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement efforts. Innovation and Continuous Learning: a) Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends relevant to the tech stack and business needs. b) Propose new tools, libraries, and technologies that could improve development efficiency and scalability of the platform. Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: a) Quickly and effectively troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring minimal impact on end-users. b) Support production deployment, debugging, and ongoing maintenance as needed. Requirements and Key Skills: Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Technical Skills: Entity Framework/EF core - SAAS Experience developing large, multi-project solutions built in .NET 6+ & .NET Framework 4.7.2. Experience working with the full stack including Webforms, MVC, Razor Pages, Web API, EntityFramework/EntityFrameworkCore, Bootstrap, SQL Server 2022, git (AZDO/GitHub). Experience building interactive and responsive web applications using React & TypeScript Experience using Microsoft Azure especially PAAS services eg AppService, SqlDatabase. Experience of other Microsoft Azure services eg FrontDoor, Azure AD B2C is highly desirable. CI/CD with Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions. Experience evolving a monolith architecture to a modular monolith/vertical slices. Working with onshore/offshore teams Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and serverless computing. Expertise in database design and management (both SQL and NoSQL databases). Experience: 5+ years of experience in software development with hands-on coding responsibilities. Prior experience in a lead or senior developer role, with a track record of delivering successful projects. Experience in working with agile development methodologies (eg, Scrum, Kanban). Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with an ability to analyze requirements and make informed decisions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. A strong mentoring mindset with the ability to develop team members' technical and professional skills.
01/10/2025
Full time
Entity Framework/EF core - SAAS Lead Developer - .NET - Azure - SAAS Azure AD B2B Summary of the Role: We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Lead Developer to join our dynamic development team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on hands-on coding, mentoring team members, and driving technical solutions from concept to implementation. The Lead Developer will oversee development processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure best practices to create scalable, high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities: Hands-on Development: a) Actively participate in coding, with a strong focus on Back End and Front End development using modern technologies. You will be directly involved in the design, coding, and testing of software components. b) Ensure high-quality, secure, maintainable code is delivered and continuously refactored to align with industry best practices. Technical Leadership and Guidance: a) Lead a team of developers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and guidance on best practices in development, design patterns, and frameworks. b) Conduct code reviews to maintain code quality and provide constructive feedback to developers. Project Ownership and Delivery: a) Collaborate closely with Product Managers, QA, and other stakeholders to define and prioritize project deliverables and timelines. b) Break down complex requirements into technical specifications and actionable tasks, ensuring accurate delivery and milestone achievement. Process Optimization and Quality Assurance: a) Champion agile development processes, CI/CD practices, and automated testing to improve productivity, code quality, and release efficiency. b) Actively participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement efforts. Innovation and Continuous Learning: a) Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends relevant to the tech stack and business needs. b) Propose new tools, libraries, and technologies that could improve development efficiency and scalability of the platform. Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: a) Quickly and effectively troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring minimal impact on end-users. b) Support production deployment, debugging, and ongoing maintenance as needed. Requirements and Key Skills: Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Technical Skills: Entity Framework/EF core - SAAS Experience developing large, multi-project solutions built in .NET 6+ & .NET Framework 4.7.2. Experience working with the full stack including Webforms, MVC, Razor Pages, Web API, EntityFramework/EntityFrameworkCore, Bootstrap, SQL Server 2022, git (AZDO/GitHub). Experience building interactive and responsive web applications using React & TypeScript Experience using Microsoft Azure especially PAAS services eg AppService, SqlDatabase. Experience of other Microsoft Azure services eg FrontDoor, Azure AD B2C is highly desirable. CI/CD with Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions. Experience evolving a monolith architecture to a modular monolith/vertical slices. Working with onshore/offshore teams Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and serverless computing. Expertise in database design and management (both SQL and NoSQL databases). Experience: 5+ years of experience in software development with hands-on coding responsibilities. Prior experience in a lead or senior developer role, with a track record of delivering successful projects. Experience in working with agile development methodologies (eg, Scrum, Kanban). Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with an ability to analyze requirements and make informed decisions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. A strong mentoring mindset with the ability to develop team members' technical and professional skills.
Locations: Boston London Atlanta 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 help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Join the Data Layer Team, a global portfolio transforming our organization into a data-driven enterprise! The Data Layer Team is a portfolio of 30 people who build essential data platforms, products, and capabilities to empower our clients and colleagues with high-quality, actionable insights. Our focus is on creating scalable data solutions and advancing our data infrastructure to drive informed decision-making across the company. As Use Case Enablement Product Analyst within BCG's Data Layer Team, you will collaborate with Use Case Enablement Product Owner and cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business and data requirements. Your role is critical to bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that new GenAI use cases are well-scoped, feasible, and aligned with user needs. You will work with various Gen AI use cases and applications, including: Consultant Journey - internal GenAI assistants that changes the way consultants work to provide value to our clients. Practice Area GenAI applications - developed by functional practice areas to support various capabilities (e.g., outside-in rapid cost diagnostics or Accelerated Cost Analysis). Data catalog - a centralized library that provides consulting teams with access to critical tools and data assets across BCG These tools require ingestion of multiple data sources, and your role will be to support the selection of eligible datasets and identify the best sources for each GenAI use case. You will ensure that these use cases and applications are equipped with the necessary data pipelines to maximize their impact on business and users. You will play a key role in use case discovery and requirements refinement, while also managing the continuous maintenance and enhancement of data asset quality, accuracy, and stability to support evolving use cases. Detailed responsibilities include: Deliver business results and customer value Support the development of GenAI-enabled data products by helping translate business needs into actionable data requirements Help to define requirements for user stories and structure the backlog with a focus on measurable outcomes Help shape GenAI-enabled use cases that contribute to real business impact, through thoughtful prioritization and attention to detail Participate in evaluating use case success metrics and learn from what works (and what doesn't) Serve as the voice of customer or end-user Translate business needs into user stories, engaging end users for continuous feedback Engaging in continuous data discovery exercises to understand most valuable data assets that satisfy customer needs Balance customer value, technical feasibility, and business impact when making prioritization decisions Work with product teams to integrate GenAI-enhanced offerings into BCG systems and workflows Deliver high-quality outcomes Collaborate with engineers, architects, and product teammates to test and validate data pipelines - ensuring solutions are robust, accurate, and useful Contribute to documentation that helps others understand the "why" and "how" behind what's been built, supporting long-term scalability and reuse Work with stakeholders across BCG (e.g., Practice Areas, Knowledge Teams) to ensure data products are grounded in real needs and enable meaningful use Share observations, risks, or open questions early-your input helps the team avoid missteps and refine solutions before they reach users YOU'RE GOOD AT Being user-focused - Deeply understanding and translating business needs into GenAI-enabled solutions, ensuring offerings address real user challenges Communicating with transparency - Clearly and openly engaging with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment, visibility, and trust across teams Bringing a data-driven approach to decision-making - Leveraging qualitative and quantitative insights to prioritize initiatives, measure impact, and refine solutions Facilitating data discovery sessions - Engaging business stakeholders to capture business context, user intent, and data solution objectives Breaking down complex challenges - Applying critical reasoning and creative problem-solving to analyze problem statements and design effective, scalable solutions Collaborating with product and technical teams - Working closely with POs, engineers, and data stewards to ensure solutions meet expectations and constraints Collaborating with development teams - Ensuring prioritized data sources align with GenAI solution requirements, business objectives, and technical feasibility Defining and tracking KPIs - Establishing measurable success metrics to drive squad performance and ensure data products align with OKRs Documenting thoughtfully - Creating simple, clear artifacts (e.g., data definitions, flow diagrams, test plans) that others can build from Contributing to continuous improvement - Bringing curiosity and a mindset of learning, always looking for ways to improve how the team works or deliver What You'll Bring 4-6+ years of experience in a product analyst, business analyst, or data analyst role -ideally supporting data or AI-related projects Project management skills, with ability to build project plans, track progress, drive alignment and manage risks Proven experience in AI, GenAI, or data product development, preferably with a focus on GenAI powered user-facing applications Experience in enterprise software development, data engineering, or AI-driven transformation initiatives Experience working with structured and unstructured data, and familiarity with modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, AWS, SharePoint) A working knowledge of agile ways of working, and openness to learning through iteration and feedback Understanding of enterprise data governance, AI model integration, and scalable data architecture Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, including GenAI models (e.g., OpenAI GPT, RAG, fine-tuning models, or machine learning frameworks) Good communication skills, especially when collaborating across different functions or surfacing potential risks or questions Familiarity with tools like JIRA, Confluence, Excel, or lightweight data catalog platforms is a plus Experience in a consulting or client-service environment is helpful, but not required Who You'll Work With BCG Global Consulting Practice Areas (Functional & Industry) and Data Teams - Partnering with business leaders to transform prioritized offerings into GenAI-enabled solutions, collaborating with teams such as the Data Product Portfolio, Data Governance CoE, Master Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, and Data Product Development Data Layer Offer Enablement Product Owner Lead (PO) - Aligning on strategic priorities, roadmap development, and execution Data Layer Offer Enablement Team - Collaborating amongst Data Product Analyst, and working alongside data engineers, lead architects, data stewards, and QA engineers Data Layer Data Governance Team - Partnering to ensure that data assets meet quality, metadata, and compliance standards, and are appropriately catalogued for reuse Product Teams - Collaborating with BCG's product team members to integrate required data sources into GenAI-enhanced offerings Agile Coaches - Embedding agile principles into daily work, leveraging coaching support to drive an iterative and user-focused approach to GenAI use case development Data Product Consumers (Internal Customers) - Translating their voice and needs into user stories, ensuring their requirements are reflected in the backlog, and actively engaging them for feedback and validation Additional info In the US, we have a compensation transparency approach. Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package described below. The base salary range for this role in Boston is $102,000.00 - $137,333.33 This is an estimated range, however, specific base salaries within the range depend on various factors such as experience and skill set. It is not common for new BCG employees to be hired at the high-end of the salary range. BCG regularly reviews its ranges to ensure market competitiveness. In addition to your base salary, your total compensation will include a bonus of up to 12% and a generous retirement contribution that starts at 5% and moves to 10% after 2 years. . click apply for full job details
01/10/2025
Full time
Locations: Boston London Atlanta 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 help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Join the Data Layer Team, a global portfolio transforming our organization into a data-driven enterprise! The Data Layer Team is a portfolio of 30 people who build essential data platforms, products, and capabilities to empower our clients and colleagues with high-quality, actionable insights. Our focus is on creating scalable data solutions and advancing our data infrastructure to drive informed decision-making across the company. As Use Case Enablement Product Analyst within BCG's Data Layer Team, you will collaborate with Use Case Enablement Product Owner and cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business and data requirements. Your role is critical to bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that new GenAI use cases are well-scoped, feasible, and aligned with user needs. You will work with various Gen AI use cases and applications, including: Consultant Journey - internal GenAI assistants that changes the way consultants work to provide value to our clients. Practice Area GenAI applications - developed by functional practice areas to support various capabilities (e.g., outside-in rapid cost diagnostics or Accelerated Cost Analysis). Data catalog - a centralized library that provides consulting teams with access to critical tools and data assets across BCG These tools require ingestion of multiple data sources, and your role will be to support the selection of eligible datasets and identify the best sources for each GenAI use case. You will ensure that these use cases and applications are equipped with the necessary data pipelines to maximize their impact on business and users. You will play a key role in use case discovery and requirements refinement, while also managing the continuous maintenance and enhancement of data asset quality, accuracy, and stability to support evolving use cases. Detailed responsibilities include: Deliver business results and customer value Support the development of GenAI-enabled data products by helping translate business needs into actionable data requirements Help to define requirements for user stories and structure the backlog with a focus on measurable outcomes Help shape GenAI-enabled use cases that contribute to real business impact, through thoughtful prioritization and attention to detail Participate in evaluating use case success metrics and learn from what works (and what doesn't) Serve as the voice of customer or end-user Translate business needs into user stories, engaging end users for continuous feedback Engaging in continuous data discovery exercises to understand most valuable data assets that satisfy customer needs Balance customer value, technical feasibility, and business impact when making prioritization decisions Work with product teams to integrate GenAI-enhanced offerings into BCG systems and workflows Deliver high-quality outcomes Collaborate with engineers, architects, and product teammates to test and validate data pipelines - ensuring solutions are robust, accurate, and useful Contribute to documentation that helps others understand the "why" and "how" behind what's been built, supporting long-term scalability and reuse Work with stakeholders across BCG (e.g., Practice Areas, Knowledge Teams) to ensure data products are grounded in real needs and enable meaningful use Share observations, risks, or open questions early-your input helps the team avoid missteps and refine solutions before they reach users YOU'RE GOOD AT Being user-focused - Deeply understanding and translating business needs into GenAI-enabled solutions, ensuring offerings address real user challenges Communicating with transparency - Clearly and openly engaging with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment, visibility, and trust across teams Bringing a data-driven approach to decision-making - Leveraging qualitative and quantitative insights to prioritize initiatives, measure impact, and refine solutions Facilitating data discovery sessions - Engaging business stakeholders to capture business context, user intent, and data solution objectives Breaking down complex challenges - Applying critical reasoning and creative problem-solving to analyze problem statements and design effective, scalable solutions Collaborating with product and technical teams - Working closely with POs, engineers, and data stewards to ensure solutions meet expectations and constraints Collaborating with development teams - Ensuring prioritized data sources align with GenAI solution requirements, business objectives, and technical feasibility Defining and tracking KPIs - Establishing measurable success metrics to drive squad performance and ensure data products align with OKRs Documenting thoughtfully - Creating simple, clear artifacts (e.g., data definitions, flow diagrams, test plans) that others can build from Contributing to continuous improvement - Bringing curiosity and a mindset of learning, always looking for ways to improve how the team works or deliver What You'll Bring 4-6+ years of experience in a product analyst, business analyst, or data analyst role -ideally supporting data or AI-related projects Project management skills, with ability to build project plans, track progress, drive alignment and manage risks Proven experience in AI, GenAI, or data product development, preferably with a focus on GenAI powered user-facing applications Experience in enterprise software development, data engineering, or AI-driven transformation initiatives Experience working with structured and unstructured data, and familiarity with modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, AWS, SharePoint) A working knowledge of agile ways of working, and openness to learning through iteration and feedback Understanding of enterprise data governance, AI model integration, and scalable data architecture Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, including GenAI models (e.g., OpenAI GPT, RAG, fine-tuning models, or machine learning frameworks) Good communication skills, especially when collaborating across different functions or surfacing potential risks or questions Familiarity with tools like JIRA, Confluence, Excel, or lightweight data catalog platforms is a plus Experience in a consulting or client-service environment is helpful, but not required Who You'll Work With BCG Global Consulting Practice Areas (Functional & Industry) and Data Teams - Partnering with business leaders to transform prioritized offerings into GenAI-enabled solutions, collaborating with teams such as the Data Product Portfolio, Data Governance CoE, Master Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, and Data Product Development Data Layer Offer Enablement Product Owner Lead (PO) - Aligning on strategic priorities, roadmap development, and execution Data Layer Offer Enablement Team - Collaborating amongst Data Product Analyst, and working alongside data engineers, lead architects, data stewards, and QA engineers Data Layer Data Governance Team - Partnering to ensure that data assets meet quality, metadata, and compliance standards, and are appropriately catalogued for reuse Product Teams - Collaborating with BCG's product team members to integrate required data sources into GenAI-enhanced offerings Agile Coaches - Embedding agile principles into daily work, leveraging coaching support to drive an iterative and user-focused approach to GenAI use case development Data Product Consumers (Internal Customers) - Translating their voice and needs into user stories, ensuring their requirements are reflected in the backlog, and actively engaging them for feedback and validation Additional info In the US, we have a compensation transparency approach. Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package described below. The base salary range for this role in Boston is $102,000.00 - $137,333.33 This is an estimated range, however, specific base salaries within the range depend on various factors such as experience and skill set. It is not common for new BCG employees to be hired at the high-end of the salary range. BCG regularly reviews its ranges to ensure market competitiveness. In addition to your base salary, your total compensation will include a bonus of up to 12% and a generous retirement contribution that starts at 5% and moves to 10% after 2 years. . click apply for full job details
