Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
We are looking for an innovative, broadly experienced all round developer with demonstrable business acumen and team leadership skills, to act as the main technical point to drive forward technical solutions as required for our Private Lines division (Private Car and Commercial Vehicle). Much of this will be web based and / or mobile solutions.
The Technical Lead requires direct working relationships with key business owners, their proxies and project managers responsible for driving forward a particular business division
A successful candidate may be more highly front end or more back end experienced – which is OK, but you must have actively contributed to complex product development solutions with full engagement across multiple areas of technical specialism so is able to fully understand the roles, relationships and dependencies that each of each of these disciplines characterise.
Job Title: Technical Business Lead
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE
What you will be doing:
Developing new and enhancing existing user-facing solutions
Providing technical guidance, decision making and leadership of a delivery team comprising product owners, BA’s, PM’s, front end devs, back end dev, database developers, digital analysts, QA technicians
Ensuring DevOps Epics, pbi’s, tasks, feature flagging, Assurance criteria and all testing strategies align with company standards
Ensuring system are well documented and tested for resilience / failover / auto scaling as specified
Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
Ensuring high quality software product delivery to timescales with reliable estimates and actual effort recorded
Work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure common understanding of technical approaches to architecture and implementation
Collaborating with all other technical teams proactively and with consideration of priorities and workloads, working collaboratively in a multi disciplinary team to reach team goals
Ensure mandated ‘core systems’ upgrades are appropriately managed
Liaise with 3rd parties as appropriate depending on product requirements
Provide BAU bug handling, hot fix deployment as and when required
Putting security and performance at the heart of all products and processes
What we are looking for:
Capable of advising on modern, secure, technical solutions to achieve product owner goals
Highly proficient in either front end or back end modern technology tooling and coding standards, especially react, react Native, Next JS, C# dot Net, Event driven systems, Azure Devops, SOLID and clean architecture patterns
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
Backed C#, dotNET, VS Core development
Thorough understanding of front end typescript frameworks and core principles
Solid understanding of modern specifications when developing components.
Experience with the React Material UI Framework and an eye for design and understanding UI/UX practices
Experience working with REST APIs and webhooks
Knowledge of Docker and Docker Compose
Strong development experience in microservice based enterprise architecture, SOLID principles, clean architecture, Azure service Bus, RabbitMQ, Mass transit, MediatR
Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token, OAuth etc
Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
Understanding of popular front-end development tools such as Yarn, Webpack, Vitjs, StoryBook, Jest, Eslint, Prettier, Husky, etc.
Good awareness of logging and alerting strategies and tooling (e.g. loki/Grafana)
Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git
Good understanding of Google Adwords, GLCID’s, Tag Manager for tracking conversion
Solid experience of CI/CD pipelines in DevOps
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
This role will lead, monitor, optimise and continuously improve the delivery of software components so that a Council can provide simple user experiences and achieve better outcomes for people and businesses. They will be responsible for leading the team writing clean, accessible code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse, developing software which meets user needs and creates meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Educated to Degree Level or equivalent by experience in a relevant subject. Hold relevant Microsoft certifications such as PL-100: Power Platform App Maker, PL-200: Power Platform Functional Consultant, PL-400: Power Platform Developer, PL-600: Power Platform Solution Architect. Proven experience with Microsoft Power Automate Desktop and DevOps. Solid understanding of Microsoft 365, Dataverse, and Azure Services Understanding of application lifecycle management (ALM) in Power Platform Knowledge of JSON, Power Fx, JavaScript, HTML and SQL. Qualification or high level of demonstrable capability with relevant vendor business applications Desirable: Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of, and capability to work within, relevant ICT related standards including HMG Security Policy Framework, IITIL V3, ISO/IEC 38500, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 22301, ISO/IEC 20000, PRINCE2 and MSP Good written and verbal communication skills with ability to present information in simple and accessible language to a wide range of audiences Experience of balancing the needs of users with organisation priorities to make the right decisions and empowering teams to act upon them Evidence of continual professional development to keep pace with technical and business change that meet defined SFIA V7 competencies Organisational Behaviours/Professional Competence Implementing changes and continually evaluating service to improve the area of work, while maintaining the highest possible levels of service quality are continually delivered Working collaboratively within and across functions to and thinking commercially support the delivery of best possible outcomes for our customers on a financially sustainable basis. Deliver exemplar customer interactions to individuals and communities which support strong relationships and a reputation for achieving outcomes and resolving issues. Roles at this level will be focused on delivering results in a specific functional area. They will hold expertise on the application of policy and improvement of service delivery. These roles have clear team budgets and targets set within the overall service requirements Effective utilisation of digital technologies and innovation across the function. Equality and diversity is celebrated and considered as part of all decisions taken. Managing complex issues and resources to meet the needs of customers and deliver the best possible outcomes Operational planning and performance review to maintain exceptional service delivery and ensures the political objectives and priorities of the council are met Using professional expertise to translate goals and plans into ways of working that comply with relevant legislation and statutory requirements and manages a level of appropriate risk. Above all, you will have the ability to develop skills and knowledge within your role. Some Hybrid working from the Town Hall in Chelmsford otherwise remote 4 month contract likely to extend/ Inside IR35
10/07/2025
Contractor
This role will lead, monitor, optimise and continuously improve the delivery of software components so that a Council can provide simple user experiences and achieve better outcomes for people and businesses. They will be responsible for leading the team writing clean, accessible code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse, developing software which meets user needs and creates meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Educated to Degree Level or equivalent by experience in a relevant subject. Hold relevant Microsoft certifications such as PL-100: Power Platform App Maker, PL-200: Power Platform Functional Consultant, PL-400: Power Platform Developer, PL-600: Power Platform Solution Architect. Proven experience with Microsoft Power Automate Desktop and DevOps. Solid understanding of Microsoft 365, Dataverse, and Azure Services Understanding of application lifecycle management (ALM) in Power Platform Knowledge of JSON, Power Fx, JavaScript, HTML and SQL. Qualification or high level of demonstrable capability with relevant vendor business applications Desirable: Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of, and capability to work within, relevant ICT related standards including HMG Security Policy Framework, IITIL V3, ISO/IEC 38500, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 22301, ISO/IEC 20000, PRINCE2 and MSP Good written and verbal communication skills with ability to present information in simple and accessible language to a wide range of audiences Experience of balancing the needs of users with organisation priorities to make the right decisions and empowering teams to act upon them Evidence of continual professional development to keep pace with technical and business change that meet defined SFIA V7 competencies Organisational Behaviours/Professional Competence Implementing changes and continually evaluating service to improve the area of work, while maintaining the highest possible levels of service quality are continually delivered Working collaboratively within and across functions to and thinking commercially support the delivery of best possible outcomes for our customers on a financially sustainable basis. Deliver exemplar customer interactions to individuals and communities which support strong relationships and a reputation for achieving outcomes and resolving issues. Roles at this level will be focused on delivering results in a specific functional area. They will hold expertise on the application of policy and improvement of service delivery. These roles have clear team budgets and targets set within the overall service requirements Effective utilisation of digital technologies and innovation across the function. Equality and diversity is celebrated and considered as part of all decisions taken. Managing complex issues and resources to meet the needs of customers and deliver the best possible outcomes Operational planning and performance review to maintain exceptional service delivery and ensures the political objectives and priorities of the council are met Using professional expertise to translate goals and plans into ways of working that comply with relevant legislation and statutory requirements and manages a level of appropriate risk. Above all, you will have the ability to develop skills and knowledge within your role. Some Hybrid working from the Town Hall in Chelmsford otherwise remote 4 month contract likely to extend/ Inside IR35
Full Stack Developer - Chelmsford, 1 day per week A software company are recruiting for a Full Stack Developer to join their Web App team helping delivering and maintaining the core web applications that support the internal teams and client-facing services. The team operates within a modern, stabilised framework built on Next.js (JavaScript), Tailwind CSS, C# 9 (.NET Core) and Python. Responsibilities will include: Full Stack Development Build and maintain web applications using React.js (with Next.js), JavaScript, HTML5, and Tailwind CSS. Develop RESTful APIs and backend logic using C# 9 and .NET Core. Interact with MSSQL databases through queries, procedures, and schema changes. Deliver features that are secure, performant, and maintainable. Contribution to Team and Codebase Take ownership of tickets from development to deployment, including testing and documentation. Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate effectively with the team on planning and estimation. Contribute to peer reviews and support a shared commitment to clean, maintainable code. Improving Technical Maturity Help maintain and evolve coding patterns across front-end and back-end. Contribute to test coverage with unit tests where feasible. Spot technical risks or inefficiencies and propose clean, pragmatic solutions. Collaboration and Communication Work closely with the team lead and peers to ensure clarity and smooth delivery. Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement user-friendly, accessible interfaces. Share ideas, listen to feedback, and help elevate overall team quality. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of full stack web development experience with strong proficiency in C#, .Net Core, Python, JavaScript, React.js, and Next.js.
09/07/2025
Full time
Full Stack Developer - Chelmsford, 1 day per week A software company are recruiting for a Full Stack Developer to join their Web App team helping delivering and maintaining the core web applications that support the internal teams and client-facing services. The team operates within a modern, stabilised framework built on Next.js (JavaScript), Tailwind CSS, C# 9 (.NET Core) and Python. Responsibilities will include: Full Stack Development Build and maintain web applications using React.js (with Next.js), JavaScript, HTML5, and Tailwind CSS. Develop RESTful APIs and backend logic using C# 9 and .NET Core. Interact with MSSQL databases through queries, procedures, and schema changes. Deliver features that are secure, performant, and maintainable. Contribution to Team and Codebase Take ownership of tickets from development to deployment, including testing and documentation. Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate effectively with the team on planning and estimation. Contribute to peer reviews and support a shared commitment to clean, maintainable code. Improving Technical Maturity Help maintain and evolve coding patterns across front-end and back-end. Contribute to test coverage with unit tests where feasible. Spot technical risks or inefficiencies and propose clean, pragmatic solutions. Collaboration and Communication Work closely with the team lead and peers to ensure clarity and smooth delivery. Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement user-friendly, accessible interfaces. Share ideas, listen to feedback, and help elevate overall team quality. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of full stack web development experience with strong proficiency in C#, .Net Core, Python, JavaScript, React.js, and Next.js.
Job Title: Senior Backend Developer Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm The Acorn Group are looking for a highly skilled, experienced Backend developer to join our team. We are looking for a developer that has experience developing scalable applications using the latest .Net Technologies. You will have the chance to work on complex projects involving large datasets, message bus architectures, and streaming large sets of data. What you'll be doing: Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust applications using NET 8 and C#. Implement and manage microservices architecture for scalable and efficient system design. Build out internal reusable libraries to be consumed by our team's ensuring consistency, reliability and maintainability. Utilising MediatR and MassTransit frameworks for inter-service communication. You will be working extensively with RabbitMQ for message queuing and handling. You will handle large datasets using MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, MySQL, and MS SQL Server. You will Work closely with cross-functional teams to define backend requirements, design scalable solutions, and implement new features. Ensure seamless integration with upstream services. Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues. What we're looking for: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in .NET development. Proficient in .NET 8 and C# programming. Strong experience with microservice architecture. Familiarity with MediatR and MassTransit frameworks. Extensive experience with RabbitMQ and message bus architectures. Proficient in Azure Cosmos DB, MySQL, and MS SQL Server. Experience with Redis for caching mechanisms. Strong understanding of handling large datasets and data streaming. Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment. About Acorn Insurance: With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025. Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing: Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor. Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a 250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary. Please visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits! All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Please click the ' APPLY' button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Software Developer, Senior System Developer, Software Engineer, Systems Developer, Software Tester, Backend Services, API's, API, Application Programming Interface may also be considered for this role.
09/07/2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Backend Developer Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Salary: Up to 75,000 per annum depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm The Acorn Group are looking for a highly skilled, experienced Backend developer to join our team. We are looking for a developer that has experience developing scalable applications using the latest .Net Technologies. You will have the chance to work on complex projects involving large datasets, message bus architectures, and streaming large sets of data. What you'll be doing: Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust applications using NET 8 and C#. Implement and manage microservices architecture for scalable and efficient system design. Build out internal reusable libraries to be consumed by our team's ensuring consistency, reliability and maintainability. Utilising MediatR and MassTransit frameworks for inter-service communication. You will be working extensively with RabbitMQ for message queuing and handling. You will handle large datasets using MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, MySQL, and MS SQL Server. You will Work closely with cross-functional teams to define backend requirements, design scalable solutions, and implement new features. Ensure seamless integration with upstream services. Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues. What we're looking for: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in .NET development. Proficient in .NET 8 and C# programming. Strong experience with microservice architecture. Familiarity with MediatR and MassTransit frameworks. Extensive experience with RabbitMQ and message bus architectures. Proficient in Azure Cosmos DB, MySQL, and MS SQL Server. Experience with Redis for caching mechanisms. Strong understanding of handling large datasets and data streaming. Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment. About Acorn Insurance: With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025. Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing: Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor. Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a 250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary. Please visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits! All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Please click the ' APPLY' button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Software Developer, Senior System Developer, Software Engineer, Systems Developer, Software Tester, Backend Services, API's, API, Application Programming Interface may also be considered for this role.
Software Developer Location: Chelmsford, Essex salary: 35-40k We are looking for a Software Developer to join our growing team, focused on delivering a modern, cross-platform Point of Sale (POS) system and related tools for the retail industry. This role offers the opportunity to work on a feature-rich product that integrates with hardware devices and runs reliably across Windows and Android , even offline. You'll be part of a small, collaborative development team working with modern technologies including Next.js , TypeScript , Electron , and WebSockets to create a seamless, high-performance user experience. Key Responsibilities Develop new features and maintain our POS application using Next.js and TypeScript Build responsive, intuitive user interfaces for desktop environments Implement complex state management to handle POS operations Integrate with hardware devices such as printers and card readers via Electron Ensure secure authentication, authorization, and data encryption Write and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, end-to-end) Use WebSockets for real-time updates and data sync Support offline-first functionality and robust data syncing Contribute to code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical planning Required Skills 2+ years of experience with React and TypeScript Strong experience with Next.js Solid understanding of state management solutions Exposure to Electron or desktop app development Experience working with REST APIs and WebSocket communications Ability to write reliable automated tests Understanding of secure coding principles and encryption Confident using Git and collaborative development workflows Nice to Have Experience working on POS or retail software systems Knowledge of mobile app development Experience with hardware integration (e.g. thermal printers, USB devices) Familiarity with offline-first design or Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) Exposure to payment processing technologies In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
03/07/2025
Full time
Software Developer Location: Chelmsford, Essex salary: 35-40k We are looking for a Software Developer to join our growing team, focused on delivering a modern, cross-platform Point of Sale (POS) system and related tools for the retail industry. This role offers the opportunity to work on a feature-rich product that integrates with hardware devices and runs reliably across Windows and Android , even offline. You'll be part of a small, collaborative development team working with modern technologies including Next.js , TypeScript , Electron , and WebSockets to create a seamless, high-performance user experience. Key Responsibilities Develop new features and maintain our POS application using Next.js and TypeScript Build responsive, intuitive user interfaces for desktop environments Implement complex state management to handle POS operations Integrate with hardware devices such as printers and card readers via Electron Ensure secure authentication, authorization, and data encryption Write and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, end-to-end) Use WebSockets for real-time updates and data sync Support offline-first functionality and robust data syncing Contribute to code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical planning Required Skills 2+ years of experience with React and TypeScript Strong experience with Next.js Solid understanding of state management solutions Exposure to Electron or desktop app development Experience working with REST APIs and WebSocket communications Ability to write reliable automated tests Understanding of secure coding principles and encryption Confident using Git and collaborative development workflows Nice to Have Experience working on POS or retail software systems Knowledge of mobile app development Experience with hardware integration (e.g. thermal printers, USB devices) Familiarity with offline-first design or Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) Exposure to payment processing technologies In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
.NET Developer - Online Film Rental Company - Chelmsford (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 7, C#, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Microservices, Azure, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer)In just over 5 years our client has established themselves as the world's leading internet subscription service for enjoying films and TV programmes. They currently have over 15 million streaming members across the UK, Europe and North America and have plans to double in size over the next 12 months. We are seeking several .NET Developer to work on several complex Greenfield .NET / C# software development projects which will be critical to the future success of the business. .NET Developer candidates should have a sound understanding of object orientated (OO) development and a skill that that includes: .NET, .NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C# and SQL Server. Our client can provide training into: .NET 7, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Microservices, Azure, JavaScript, Angular 14, Bootstrap, Agile and SQL Server 2022. This is an excellent opportunity for a .NET Developer to working within a challenging supportive environment. Top performers can expect to receive their first promotion (and pay rise) within 6 months. Our client offers a unique working environment including a free onsite organic restaurant, relaxation pods, games room, background music while you work and flexible working hours. Location: Chelmsford, Essex, UK / Remote Working Salary: £50,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC
19/08/2023
Full time
.NET Developer - Online Film Rental Company - Chelmsford (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 7, C#, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Microservices, Azure, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer)In just over 5 years our client has established themselves as the world's leading internet subscription service for enjoying films and TV programmes. They currently have over 15 million streaming members across the UK, Europe and North America and have plans to double in size over the next 12 months. We are seeking several .NET Developer to work on several complex Greenfield .NET / C# software development projects which will be critical to the future success of the business. .NET Developer candidates should have a sound understanding of object orientated (OO) development and a skill that that includes: .NET, .NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C# and SQL Server. Our client can provide training into: .NET 7, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Microservices, Azure, JavaScript, Angular 14, Bootstrap, Agile and SQL Server 2022. This is an excellent opportunity for a .NET Developer to working within a challenging supportive environment. Top performers can expect to receive their first promotion (and pay rise) within 6 months. Our client offers a unique working environment including a free onsite organic restaurant, relaxation pods, games room, background music while you work and flexible working hours. Location: Chelmsford, Essex, UK / Remote Working Salary: £50,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC
.NET Developer - Chelmsford (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 6, C#, Blazor, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Since 2006 our client's revolutionary marketing software platform has been helping businesses all over the world to attract, engage, and delight customers by delivering inbound experiences that are relevant, helpful, and personalized. Having recently launched in the UK, they looking to hire .NET Developer (ASP.NET, C#) to become a part of their ever growing family. They believe that individual .NET Developer are in the best position to make decisions about what should be created, and how it should be built. Within their setup those decisions are made by small teams of three or four .NET Developer who own each piece of their product. This autonomy allows them to deploy 200+ times each day. They believe that problems are solved with technology and experience, not process, and that mistakes are a normal part of learning. .NET Developer applicants should be experienced in: .NET, .NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C# and SQL Server. You will receive training in all aspects of: .NET 6, Blazor, EF Core, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, TDD, BDD, SQL Azure and SQL Server 2019. At the centre of our client's culture is freedom and openness which takes a lot of people by surprise. But the good kind of surprise, like a birthday party! Their benefits include the following: Private medial healthcare (family plan included). Bonus (12%). Student loan reimbursement. They will pay £5,000 per year towards the outstanding balance of your student loan, assuming you have one. Unlimited holiday allowance. Company pension. Free books and beers, and a 24/7 snack wall! Our client is building a company people love. A company that will stand the test of time. So they invest in their people, and optimize for your long term happiness. If you would like to explore the possibility of joining their family can you please send your without delay. Location: Chelmsford, Essex, UK / Remote Working Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC
23/09/2022
Full time
.NET Developer - Chelmsford (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 6, C#, Blazor, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Since 2006 our client's revolutionary marketing software platform has been helping businesses all over the world to attract, engage, and delight customers by delivering inbound experiences that are relevant, helpful, and personalized. Having recently launched in the UK, they looking to hire .NET Developer (ASP.NET, C#) to become a part of their ever growing family. They believe that individual .NET Developer are in the best position to make decisions about what should be created, and how it should be built. Within their setup those decisions are made by small teams of three or four .NET Developer who own each piece of their product. This autonomy allows them to deploy 200+ times each day. They believe that problems are solved with technology and experience, not process, and that mistakes are a normal part of learning. .NET Developer applicants should be experienced in: .NET, .NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C# and SQL Server. You will receive training in all aspects of: .NET 6, Blazor, EF Core, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, TDD, BDD, SQL Azure and SQL Server 2019. At the centre of our client's culture is freedom and openness which takes a lot of people by surprise. But the good kind of surprise, like a birthday party! Their benefits include the following: Private medial healthcare (family plan included). Bonus (12%). Student loan reimbursement. They will pay £5,000 per year towards the outstanding balance of your student loan, assuming you have one. Unlimited holiday allowance. Company pension. Free books and beers, and a 24/7 snack wall! Our client is building a company people love. A company that will stand the test of time. So they invest in their people, and optimize for your long term happiness. If you would like to explore the possibility of joining their family can you please send your without delay. Location: Chelmsford, Essex, UK / Remote Working Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC
.NET Developer, C# - Global Technology Brand - Chelmsford (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 6, ASP.NET, C#, WPF, React, Angular 13, Microservices, Azure, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Agile, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our clients fascinating story dates back to 1981; today they have fast become one of the most instantly recognised technology brands across the globe. Their success has been built upon their reputation for developing revolutionary .NET software products that utilise cutting edge technologies. Having recently allocated a £2 billion annual R&D budget to fuel the invention of products, solutions and new technologies they are looking to expand their award winning .NET software development team. We are seeking .NET Developer candidates with experience of either web application development (.NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C#) or winforms / WPF (C#) development. Additional skills in SQL Server are required. Our client will provide you with training into: .NET 6, WPF, MVVM, Prism, JavaScript, React, Angular 13, Microservices, MongoDB, Vue.js, TypeScript, Azure, AWS, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Node.js, Elasticsearch, Agile, TDD, BDD, Scrum, Kanban and SQL Server 2019. You will follow the firms official career progression programme. This is coupled with 18 days of dedicated technical training per year, bi-annual pay reviews and trips to Microsoft Ignite. Our client offers a truly refreshing working environment including a free juice bar, casual dress, background music while you work, flexible working hours and home working. Location: Chelmsford, UK / Remote Working Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC
23/09/2022
Full time
.NET Developer, C# - Global Technology Brand - Chelmsford (Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 6, ASP.NET, C#, WPF, React, Angular 13, Microservices, Azure, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Agile, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer) Our clients fascinating story dates back to 1981; today they have fast become one of the most instantly recognised technology brands across the globe. Their success has been built upon their reputation for developing revolutionary .NET software products that utilise cutting edge technologies. Having recently allocated a £2 billion annual R&D budget to fuel the invention of products, solutions and new technologies they are looking to expand their award winning .NET software development team. We are seeking .NET Developer candidates with experience of either web application development (.NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C#) or winforms / WPF (C#) development. Additional skills in SQL Server are required. Our client will provide you with training into: .NET 6, WPF, MVVM, Prism, JavaScript, React, Angular 13, Microservices, MongoDB, Vue.js, TypeScript, Azure, AWS, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Node.js, Elasticsearch, Agile, TDD, BDD, Scrum, Kanban and SQL Server 2019. You will follow the firms official career progression programme. This is coupled with 18 days of dedicated technical training per year, bi-annual pay reviews and trips to Microsoft Ignite. Our client offers a truly refreshing working environment including a free juice bar, casual dress, background music while you work, flexible working hours and home working. Location: Chelmsford, UK / Remote Working Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits Noir continues to be the leading Microsoft recruitment agency; we can help you make the right career decisions! NOIRUKNETRECNOIRUKREC
Potensis Selection are currently working for a high-end rapidly, growing residential developer, who are looking to expand their team in the Essex area by hiring a new Technical Manager. The successful individual will be responsible for technical and design management across a high-end residential site in the Essex area. Greater opportunities are available for the individual as the team will continue to expand. On offer is an opportunity to progress in your career as the business has an exciting growth plan going into 2023 and beyond. Ideally, they are after an ambitious individual who is keen to progress into a senior management role in the future as the company plans to double its size within the next 5 years. Main responsibilities will include: Obtaine Technical Drawings and approvals to enable efficient site starts Minimise risk through provision of timely and high-quality information Brief, manage and drive the external consultants in the preparation and issue of production information to an agreed programme, fee and scope Prepare the Design Programme and present it at Progression Meetings Oversee the NHBC/Building Regulations applications to approval Ensure that working drawings are in accordance with the approved Planning Scheme, and ensure discharge of planning conditions. Our client is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Hybrid working is available for a range of roles and flexible benefits and procedures are in place to support this commitment. If you are interested in this role or would like to find out more please send a copy of your CV or a brief statement of interest.
23/09/2022
Full time
Potensis Selection are currently working for a high-end rapidly, growing residential developer, who are looking to expand their team in the Essex area by hiring a new Technical Manager. The successful individual will be responsible for technical and design management across a high-end residential site in the Essex area. Greater opportunities are available for the individual as the team will continue to expand. On offer is an opportunity to progress in your career as the business has an exciting growth plan going into 2023 and beyond. Ideally, they are after an ambitious individual who is keen to progress into a senior management role in the future as the company plans to double its size within the next 5 years. Main responsibilities will include: Obtaine Technical Drawings and approvals to enable efficient site starts Minimise risk through provision of timely and high-quality information Brief, manage and drive the external consultants in the preparation and issue of production information to an agreed programme, fee and scope Prepare the Design Programme and present it at Progression Meetings Oversee the NHBC/Building Regulations applications to approval Ensure that working drawings are in accordance with the approved Planning Scheme, and ensure discharge of planning conditions. Our client is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Hybrid working is available for a range of roles and flexible benefits and procedures are in place to support this commitment. If you are interested in this role or would like to find out more please send a copy of your CV or a brief statement of interest.
Do you want to be a part of a creative, stimulating, and informal culture at a growing, cutting-edge business operating in the alternative finance space? A full-time position is immediately available to join a seed-round start-up rating agency for digital assets. Background Agio Ratings () aims to be the rating agency for the digital asset market. The firm will use risk measurement techniques developed and tailored for the digital asset class. Our mission is to empower our clients to evaluate counterparty risk and make high quality investment decisions. Founded by a team of seasoned risk takers and data scientists, Agio intends to provide the best counterparty risk analysis available. By applying the rigour and discipline of conventional financial systems to the digital asset class, we will bridge the gap between traditional finance and emerging crypto markets. Position We are seeking a Backend Python Developer to join our Central London based team. This is an opportunity to be involved at all stages in the building and running of an end-to-end process to support the data needs of the business. Initially working with a small team, this role offers the chance to join at the start and grow with the business. This role will involve: Work with the CTO to build and maintain a cloud-based data platform to support the firm's downstream analytics and statistical models Develop automated ETL pipelines to ingest data from a variety of sources and store it for efficient consumption by both researchers and production platforms Work with our Data Scientists to identify and onboard new, proprietary, data sources to extend the firm's offering Develop an API abstraction layer to facilitate data retrieval by researchers and production models An ideal candidate has: An ability to self-start and work without close day-to-day supervision 5+ years of prior relevant experience Strong programming skills in Python, and its associated ecosystem, and computer science in general Experience with containerised application deployment: Docker, Kubernetes, container registries and so on Experience working on cloud computing platforms, in particular Azure Working knowledge of best practice CI/ CD pipeline automation and DevOps practices around the above Technologies likely to be used and therefore experience in which would be advantageous: Apache Airflow, MongoDB, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Registry, Helm and Helmfile for k8s manifests, minikube or MicroK8s for prototyping, Git / GitHub / GitHub Actions for source control, Poetry for Python dependency management Benefits The position enjoys the following benefits: Salary of £65k - £80k per annum plus options/ equity Flexible work patterns, including work from home and to your own schedule 33 days of paid annual leave, including public holidays, with the option to sell or buy a further 5 days
22/09/2022
Full time
Do you want to be a part of a creative, stimulating, and informal culture at a growing, cutting-edge business operating in the alternative finance space? A full-time position is immediately available to join a seed-round start-up rating agency for digital assets. Background Agio Ratings () aims to be the rating agency for the digital asset market. The firm will use risk measurement techniques developed and tailored for the digital asset class. Our mission is to empower our clients to evaluate counterparty risk and make high quality investment decisions. Founded by a team of seasoned risk takers and data scientists, Agio intends to provide the best counterparty risk analysis available. By applying the rigour and discipline of conventional financial systems to the digital asset class, we will bridge the gap between traditional finance and emerging crypto markets. Position We are seeking a Backend Python Developer to join our Central London based team. This is an opportunity to be involved at all stages in the building and running of an end-to-end process to support the data needs of the business. Initially working with a small team, this role offers the chance to join at the start and grow with the business. This role will involve: Work with the CTO to build and maintain a cloud-based data platform to support the firm's downstream analytics and statistical models Develop automated ETL pipelines to ingest data from a variety of sources and store it for efficient consumption by both researchers and production platforms Work with our Data Scientists to identify and onboard new, proprietary, data sources to extend the firm's offering Develop an API abstraction layer to facilitate data retrieval by researchers and production models An ideal candidate has: An ability to self-start and work without close day-to-day supervision 5+ years of prior relevant experience Strong programming skills in Python, and its associated ecosystem, and computer science in general Experience with containerised application deployment: Docker, Kubernetes, container registries and so on Experience working on cloud computing platforms, in particular Azure Working knowledge of best practice CI/ CD pipeline automation and DevOps practices around the above Technologies likely to be used and therefore experience in which would be advantageous: Apache Airflow, MongoDB, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Registry, Helm and Helmfile for k8s manifests, minikube or MicroK8s for prototyping, Git / GitHub / GitHub Actions for source control, Poetry for Python dependency management Benefits The position enjoys the following benefits: Salary of £65k - £80k per annum plus options/ equity Flexible work patterns, including work from home and to your own schedule 33 days of paid annual leave, including public holidays, with the option to sell or buy a further 5 days
Offering £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, a friendly working environment with a great team to work with, and a variety of excellent company benefits including development opportunities, onsite parking and a competitive pension, our client has an exciting opportunity for a Web Developer/Graphic Designer to join their team. Offices are based near the centre of Chelmsford with good transport links, including nearby rail. The Role: As a multi-skilled Web Developer and Graphic Designer, you will maintain, update and create a range of web sites and related digital services including online sales facilities, email marketing and presentation design. This wide ranging position requiring experience in both web development and design and will also involve preparing presentations and related materials for events. This is a small company so you should be a self-starter adept at multi-tasking and taking ownership of projects. Please note that this Web Developer role is not a junior / entry-level position. Person Specification - Web Developer/Graphic Designer: Essential Strong design and creative skills and able to plan and design professional web pages and digital materials Experience as a Wordpress Web Developer (Custom Theme building, Custom Post Types and Taxonomies) Experience with Adobe Creative Suite i.e. Photoshop HTML5 & CSS / SASS PHP & MySQL Javascript and JQuery Linux servers WooCommerce Strong Web Hosting & cPanel setup and maintenance knowledge Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite i.e. Excel, PowerPoint Experience with Apple Macs Excellent communication skills Pro-active and able to multitask Able to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and a willingness to learn Desirable PowerPoint and Microsoft Office in general - very good knowledge including confidence with using macros Experience of using Mailchimp or similar SEO awareness and best practice REST APIs Google Analytics and reporting Our client wishes to see a portfolio or selection of samples of your work - please provide links or samples as part of your application.
05/02/2022
Full time
Offering £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, a friendly working environment with a great team to work with, and a variety of excellent company benefits including development opportunities, onsite parking and a competitive pension, our client has an exciting opportunity for a Web Developer/Graphic Designer to join their team. Offices are based near the centre of Chelmsford with good transport links, including nearby rail. The Role: As a multi-skilled Web Developer and Graphic Designer, you will maintain, update and create a range of web sites and related digital services including online sales facilities, email marketing and presentation design. This wide ranging position requiring experience in both web development and design and will also involve preparing presentations and related materials for events. This is a small company so you should be a self-starter adept at multi-tasking and taking ownership of projects. Please note that this Web Developer role is not a junior / entry-level position. Person Specification - Web Developer/Graphic Designer: Essential Strong design and creative skills and able to plan and design professional web pages and digital materials Experience as a Wordpress Web Developer (Custom Theme building, Custom Post Types and Taxonomies) Experience with Adobe Creative Suite i.e. Photoshop HTML5 & CSS / SASS PHP & MySQL Javascript and JQuery Linux servers WooCommerce Strong Web Hosting & cPanel setup and maintenance knowledge Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite i.e. Excel, PowerPoint Experience with Apple Macs Excellent communication skills Pro-active and able to multitask Able to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and a willingness to learn Desirable PowerPoint and Microsoft Office in general - very good knowledge including confidence with using macros Experience of using Mailchimp or similar SEO awareness and best practice REST APIs Google Analytics and reporting Our client wishes to see a portfolio or selection of samples of your work - please provide links or samples as part of your application.
Location: Manchester Westminster House (city centre opposite Piccadilly Gardens). We're happy to consider options other than 9-to-5 office-based work. To us "Agile working" is more than working flexibly - it's about entrusting colleagues to think creatively about how, when and where they work, to deliver their very best. Our Mission We're on a journey to build the bank of the future, and we need your help. We're continuing our transformation programme, redefining what a bank is from the inside out. Become part of our diverse team where you'll impact the lives of more than 26 million customers through brands including Lloyds Bank, Halifax, Bank of Scotland, and Scottish Widows. The team As a member of our team, you'll enjoy working closely with senior leadership and our business partners to ensure we align to (and contribute towards) the banks strategic vision. Primarily focusing on Telephony but maximising opportunities for our products to be used strategically across other channels. You'll also progress the decommissioning of old applications / tech stacks and remediate technical debt. About the role As a Senior Software Engineer (with Front-End engineering experience) on the Desktop Feature Team, you'll play a pivotal role in the future of Lloyds Banking Group Desktop product development from shaping the way we craft, build, test to how we deploy using innovative technology. You're someone who is passionate about mentoring more junior engineers/developers. This is a lead role in helping to shape our vibrant and dynamic engineering team, motivating other engineers and influencing lab leadership. Ideally, you're someone who has experience in the delivery of innovative Desktop experiences based around customer conversations, not just screen-based workflow; passionate about simplifying and optimising architectural landscapes in line with the technical roadmap for the team. What skills you'll need to apply for this role: Essential A deep and broad knowledge (and significant exposure) to modern web technologies, especially JavaScript (ideally Node.js and React.js) and RESTful APIs, Web Services. Significant experience in Full-Stack engineering including Front- End engineering. Passion and must have experienced engaging with senior stakeholder management. Hands-on experience of applying software practices; advocating modular, well tested applications that remain easy to maintain as the codebase and business continues to scale. Knowledge of GIT, source code management and managing change; and experience of DevOps toolchains and container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Istio), cloud technologies (GCP, ICP, Azure). We'll also have experience of mentoring, supporting and growing your engineering colleague's talent, providing clear and constructive feedback, whilst creating opportunities for learning and growth. We also welcome the following skills and experience Desirable: An understanding of the entire application stack and experience of ensuring software is built in a way that is consistent with the frameworks, patterns and practices of our wider engineering community. Appreciation and understanding of agile development practices, continuous integration, and test automation. Show understanding of how to design low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications. We'd appreciate someone with a curiosity about understanding industry innovation and apply and share knowledge to provide solutions for intricate business problems, where no precedent may exist, and ensure the implementation of solutions where appropriate. What you'll get from the role We'll provide you with a diverse, energising, and informal environment that focuses on equal opportunity and supports career progression. A role within our team will provide the chance to work flexibly and collaboratively. We'll take your personal and professional development very seriously and enable you to make a positive difference to the overall teams' mission. What can we offer you in return? Salary and Benefits package includes: from £50, 130 - £65, 490 base salary plus 4% flexible benefit cash pot to spend on benefits (or take as cash-sum), a generous 15% employer pension contribution, 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, a discretionary variable annual performance bonus, private medical health cover, access to share schemes and staff discounts! Together we'll make a difference. At LBG, we're invested in your continual development. That's why we've fostered a collaborative learning environment that supports your career goals and encourages knowledge-sharing. We'll ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, to perform job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-led culture that celebrates diversity. So, if you have the skills, background we're seeking and this opportunity appeals then get in touch. We'd love you to join our team!
05/11/2021
Full time
Location: Manchester Westminster House (city centre opposite Piccadilly Gardens). We're happy to consider options other than 9-to-5 office-based work. To us "Agile working" is more than working flexibly - it's about entrusting colleagues to think creatively about how, when and where they work, to deliver their very best. Our Mission We're on a journey to build the bank of the future, and we need your help. We're continuing our transformation programme, redefining what a bank is from the inside out. Become part of our diverse team where you'll impact the lives of more than 26 million customers through brands including Lloyds Bank, Halifax, Bank of Scotland, and Scottish Widows. The team As a member of our team, you'll enjoy working closely with senior leadership and our business partners to ensure we align to (and contribute towards) the banks strategic vision. Primarily focusing on Telephony but maximising opportunities for our products to be used strategically across other channels. You'll also progress the decommissioning of old applications / tech stacks and remediate technical debt. About the role As a Senior Software Engineer (with Front-End engineering experience) on the Desktop Feature Team, you'll play a pivotal role in the future of Lloyds Banking Group Desktop product development from shaping the way we craft, build, test to how we deploy using innovative technology. You're someone who is passionate about mentoring more junior engineers/developers. This is a lead role in helping to shape our vibrant and dynamic engineering team, motivating other engineers and influencing lab leadership. Ideally, you're someone who has experience in the delivery of innovative Desktop experiences based around customer conversations, not just screen-based workflow; passionate about simplifying and optimising architectural landscapes in line with the technical roadmap for the team. What skills you'll need to apply for this role: Essential A deep and broad knowledge (and significant exposure) to modern web technologies, especially JavaScript (ideally Node.js and React.js) and RESTful APIs, Web Services. Significant experience in Full-Stack engineering including Front- End engineering. Passion and must have experienced engaging with senior stakeholder management. Hands-on experience of applying software practices; advocating modular, well tested applications that remain easy to maintain as the codebase and business continues to scale. Knowledge of GIT, source code management and managing change; and experience of DevOps toolchains and container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, Istio), cloud technologies (GCP, ICP, Azure). We'll also have experience of mentoring, supporting and growing your engineering colleague's talent, providing clear and constructive feedback, whilst creating opportunities for learning and growth. We also welcome the following skills and experience Desirable: An understanding of the entire application stack and experience of ensuring software is built in a way that is consistent with the frameworks, patterns and practices of our wider engineering community. Appreciation and understanding of agile development practices, continuous integration, and test automation. Show understanding of how to design low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications. We'd appreciate someone with a curiosity about understanding industry innovation and apply and share knowledge to provide solutions for intricate business problems, where no precedent may exist, and ensure the implementation of solutions where appropriate. What you'll get from the role We'll provide you with a diverse, energising, and informal environment that focuses on equal opportunity and supports career progression. A role within our team will provide the chance to work flexibly and collaboratively. We'll take your personal and professional development very seriously and enable you to make a positive difference to the overall teams' mission. What can we offer you in return? Salary and Benefits package includes: from £50, 130 - £65, 490 base salary plus 4% flexible benefit cash pot to spend on benefits (or take as cash-sum), a generous 15% employer pension contribution, 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, a discretionary variable annual performance bonus, private medical health cover, access to share schemes and staff discounts! Together we'll make a difference. At LBG, we're invested in your continual development. That's why we've fostered a collaborative learning environment that supports your career goals and encourages knowledge-sharing. We'll ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, to perform job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-led culture that celebrates diversity. So, if you have the skills, background we're seeking and this opportunity appeals then get in touch. We'd love you to join our team!
Location: Remote/Plymouth but majority WFH (workshop 1 a month) Pay rate: £650pd Inside IR35 Duration: 3 months Position: Digital Front End Developer Description: These skills focus on the development work needed to build the Portal homepage from agreed designs and prototypes, Essential/strong, Html, CSS, JavaScript, Python Flask, Scrum, Agile ways of working. JavaScript and React. Some exposure Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm charts, OpenShift. Design, build and improve website software that meets user needs. Responsible for writing clean, accessible code following a progressive enhancement approach; create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse; design software which meets user needs and creates meaningful interactions and relationships with users; understanding of the three fundamental Front End technologies (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript). Build software components, primarily in the form of user interfaces. Skills These skills focus on the development work needed to build the Portal homepage from agreed designs and prototypes. Essential/strong Html CSS JavaScript Python Flask Scrum, Agile ways of working Desirable/some exposure Java 8+ Spring Boot RESTful API design and implementation Microservices Architecture Gitlab Technical analysis and architecture for internal and external services knowledge of accessibility in design, development and testing Security Performance and capacity tuning JBoss PostgreSQL IBM DB2, for Legacy integration CMS DevOps, CI/CD Some exposure Docker Jenkins Kubernetes, Helm charts OpenShift
05/11/2021
Contractor
Location: Remote/Plymouth but majority WFH (workshop 1 a month) Pay rate: £650pd Inside IR35 Duration: 3 months Position: Digital Front End Developer Description: These skills focus on the development work needed to build the Portal homepage from agreed designs and prototypes, Essential/strong, Html, CSS, JavaScript, Python Flask, Scrum, Agile ways of working. JavaScript and React. Some exposure Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm charts, OpenShift. Design, build and improve website software that meets user needs. Responsible for writing clean, accessible code following a progressive enhancement approach; create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse; design software which meets user needs and creates meaningful interactions and relationships with users; understanding of the three fundamental Front End technologies (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript). Build software components, primarily in the form of user interfaces. Skills These skills focus on the development work needed to build the Portal homepage from agreed designs and prototypes. Essential/strong Html CSS JavaScript Python Flask Scrum, Agile ways of working Desirable/some exposure Java 8+ Spring Boot RESTful API design and implementation Microservices Architecture Gitlab Technical analysis and architecture for internal and external services knowledge of accessibility in design, development and testing Security Performance and capacity tuning JBoss PostgreSQL IBM DB2, for Legacy integration CMS DevOps, CI/CD Some exposure Docker Jenkins Kubernetes, Helm charts OpenShift
12 Month (FTC) London EC1N 2TD £75,000 - £80,000 My client is are an Arms-Length organisation, sponsored by the Department for Work and Pensions, with a joint commitment to ensuring that people have access and guidance to the information they need to make effective financial decisions over their lifetime. The organisation will also engage with HM Treasury, which is responsible for policy on financial capability and debt advice. As the Data Acquisition and Partnership Manager , you will be expected to lead on an innovative project to deliver data insights across the country and to give a rich understanding of financial wellbeing both at a local and national level. We expect to deliver a new reporting framework that obtains data from sector partners, internally generated data sets, government and open data. You will need to bring the data alive in a statistically meaningful way. You will be an integral part of the new Innovation capability, which aims to bring data driven innovation to the heart of the organisation. This is a senior role, delivering for a high profile programme of work. Role Requirements: - The ability to present data beautifully and draw users into the meaning behind the data - Senior Data Analyst experienced in industry-standard agile methodologies - Comprehensive internal and external Stakeholder management skills - The ability to manage relationship and delivery of published financial wellbeing data through a government procured supply chain. - The ability to present data beautifully and draw users into the meaning behind the data - Senior Data Analyst experienced in industry-standard agile methodologies About you: - Experience of data quality, governance and management techniques - Visualization experience especially visualizing complex interrelated data sets on geographical basis. Experience with GIS techniques - Experience of Commissioning and procurement data pipelines - The ability to manage a data supply chain, including developers, non-commercial data providers and government organisations - Implementation of open data sharing arrangements - Where required use advanced analytics (including ML and AI) to enable complicated questions to be visualised simply - Familiarity with the Microsoft Azure data stack such as PowerBI, Synapse, Purview - Experience of GIS data processing This role is a 12-month fixed term contract with a review to extend. Remote working is available and a salary between £75,000-£80,000 is on offer.
04/11/2021
Full time
12 Month (FTC) London EC1N 2TD £75,000 - £80,000 My client is are an Arms-Length organisation, sponsored by the Department for Work and Pensions, with a joint commitment to ensuring that people have access and guidance to the information they need to make effective financial decisions over their lifetime. The organisation will also engage with HM Treasury, which is responsible for policy on financial capability and debt advice. As the Data Acquisition and Partnership Manager , you will be expected to lead on an innovative project to deliver data insights across the country and to give a rich understanding of financial wellbeing both at a local and national level. We expect to deliver a new reporting framework that obtains data from sector partners, internally generated data sets, government and open data. You will need to bring the data alive in a statistically meaningful way. You will be an integral part of the new Innovation capability, which aims to bring data driven innovation to the heart of the organisation. This is a senior role, delivering for a high profile programme of work. Role Requirements: - The ability to present data beautifully and draw users into the meaning behind the data - Senior Data Analyst experienced in industry-standard agile methodologies - Comprehensive internal and external Stakeholder management skills - The ability to manage relationship and delivery of published financial wellbeing data through a government procured supply chain. - The ability to present data beautifully and draw users into the meaning behind the data - Senior Data Analyst experienced in industry-standard agile methodologies About you: - Experience of data quality, governance and management techniques - Visualization experience especially visualizing complex interrelated data sets on geographical basis. Experience with GIS techniques - Experience of Commissioning and procurement data pipelines - The ability to manage a data supply chain, including developers, non-commercial data providers and government organisations - Implementation of open data sharing arrangements - Where required use advanced analytics (including ML and AI) to enable complicated questions to be visualised simply - Familiarity with the Microsoft Azure data stack such as PowerBI, Synapse, Purview - Experience of GIS data processing This role is a 12-month fixed term contract with a review to extend. Remote working is available and a salary between £75,000-£80,000 is on offer.
We're spending more of our time online however, being online has its risks. Ofcom research found a third of people feel the risks of being online have started to outweigh the benefits, while four in five adult internet users have concerns about going online, and most people support tighter rules. This is why the Government has appointed Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK. We've gained extensive experience in protecting audiences from harm while upholding freedom of expression. An important part of our job will be to make sure online platforms do the same with their systems and processes. Our responsibilities mean we are increasing our capacity and capability in our online technology team and are looking to recruit talented and diverse specialists in this exciting and growing area. You will have the unique opportunity to directly impact a world leading regime, as well as have the chance to experiment with leading edge technologies. There has never been a more exciting and meaningful time to join. We know that you will have varying experience and backgrounds, we are open to all. Please get in touch to find out how to be part of this journey. Ofcom opened a new tech hub in Manchester this year and we are looking to expand the team across our London office and our new Manchester location. Purpose of the role You will use your experience to act as a subject matter expert as part of the Online Technology Team. The role requires the successful candidate to be inquisitive with an inherent interest in understanding how technology works. You will supply vital knowledge on the architecture and standards of the Internet; the structure, systems and technologies employed by both large and small-scale online media platforms; and the harms that such platforms can present to consumers. The role will involve research, evaluation, consultancy, advising, project management and briefing in a variety of written and verbal formats. You are comfortable at different levels of the tech stack including frontend, APIs, backend, and databases. You have strong technical acumen, hands-on experience, a quick learner able to understand different technologies and assess their benefits and trade-offs. Reporting to the Director of Online Technology responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to: Supporting the online technology team subject matter experts in aspects of software development/standards/architecture. Managing and supporting technical team projects to explore in detail aspects of the systems, platforms and standards which are of concern Prepare briefing documents and build the knowledge and understanding. Ensure a 'joinedup' approach to the technological aspect of our online regulation regime with government departments, industry, industry associations and internal colleagues. Supporting practical work within subject matter experts to explore technological capabilities. Improve our visibility of the online industry and its underlying data to be in line with best practice worldwide. Develop working relationships with universities and other regulatory or government bodies active in online safety where relevant. Collaborating with our People and Transformation Team to support and deliver specialist training to colleagues. Working with our ICT team to ensure that activities are aligned with Ofcom's ICT Strategy. Support Ofcom's Public Policy Team to explore and implement efficient and secure ways for us to share data about online services with government and other policymakers. Collaborating with data scientists and domain experts in multi-disciplinary teams. Your skill Skills, knowledge, and experience can include any combination of: Hands-on backend software, microservices, algorithms, APIs and data structures development experience using Python, NodeJS also desirable VR/AR/Meta languages etc Image/text/audio analysis/forensics Software development lifecycle experience Git / CICD / Testing / PRs / Promotion / Environments / Ticketing +Auditing / Security tooling / standards / DevOps Experience in Security operations including identity and access management, encryption in transit and at rest, storage, and processing of sensitive personal data A practical understanding of the architecture, systems and operation of several online platforms and an understanding of the underlying Internet standards and how they are developed. An understanding of motivations for moving towards DevOps and. A high-level understanding of AI and machine learning and how it will be relevant to modern processes in the future (i.e., AIOps) Experience of working with encryption technologies/techniques Understanding of development languages Strong database knowledge in SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and MongoDB Strong experience across a broad range of cloud platform services including compute, storage, analytics, data engineering, load-balancing, monitoring, and alerting, serverless architecture, integration, messaging, and others Experience of creating API integrations with 3rd party platforms and services using REST APIs Experience in application deployment using Docker containers and scalable architectures using microservices, Kubernetes and Helm also desirable Excellent spoken and written English and able to communicate technical subject matter clearly. Familiarity with Machine Learning development, algorithmic orchestration, and model serving approaches and methodologies
04/11/2021
Full time
We're spending more of our time online however, being online has its risks. Ofcom research found a third of people feel the risks of being online have started to outweigh the benefits, while four in five adult internet users have concerns about going online, and most people support tighter rules. This is why the Government has appointed Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK. We've gained extensive experience in protecting audiences from harm while upholding freedom of expression. An important part of our job will be to make sure online platforms do the same with their systems and processes. Our responsibilities mean we are increasing our capacity and capability in our online technology team and are looking to recruit talented and diverse specialists in this exciting and growing area. You will have the unique opportunity to directly impact a world leading regime, as well as have the chance to experiment with leading edge technologies. There has never been a more exciting and meaningful time to join. We know that you will have varying experience and backgrounds, we are open to all. Please get in touch to find out how to be part of this journey. Ofcom opened a new tech hub in Manchester this year and we are looking to expand the team across our London office and our new Manchester location. Purpose of the role You will use your experience to act as a subject matter expert as part of the Online Technology Team. The role requires the successful candidate to be inquisitive with an inherent interest in understanding how technology works. You will supply vital knowledge on the architecture and standards of the Internet; the structure, systems and technologies employed by both large and small-scale online media platforms; and the harms that such platforms can present to consumers. The role will involve research, evaluation, consultancy, advising, project management and briefing in a variety of written and verbal formats. You are comfortable at different levels of the tech stack including frontend, APIs, backend, and databases. You have strong technical acumen, hands-on experience, a quick learner able to understand different technologies and assess their benefits and trade-offs. Reporting to the Director of Online Technology responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to: Supporting the online technology team subject matter experts in aspects of software development/standards/architecture. Managing and supporting technical team projects to explore in detail aspects of the systems, platforms and standards which are of concern Prepare briefing documents and build the knowledge and understanding. Ensure a 'joinedup' approach to the technological aspect of our online regulation regime with government departments, industry, industry associations and internal colleagues. Supporting practical work within subject matter experts to explore technological capabilities. Improve our visibility of the online industry and its underlying data to be in line with best practice worldwide. Develop working relationships with universities and other regulatory or government bodies active in online safety where relevant. Collaborating with our People and Transformation Team to support and deliver specialist training to colleagues. Working with our ICT team to ensure that activities are aligned with Ofcom's ICT Strategy. Support Ofcom's Public Policy Team to explore and implement efficient and secure ways for us to share data about online services with government and other policymakers. Collaborating with data scientists and domain experts in multi-disciplinary teams. Your skill Skills, knowledge, and experience can include any combination of: Hands-on backend software, microservices, algorithms, APIs and data structures development experience using Python, NodeJS also desirable VR/AR/Meta languages etc Image/text/audio analysis/forensics Software development lifecycle experience Git / CICD / Testing / PRs / Promotion / Environments / Ticketing +Auditing / Security tooling / standards / DevOps Experience in Security operations including identity and access management, encryption in transit and at rest, storage, and processing of sensitive personal data A practical understanding of the architecture, systems and operation of several online platforms and an understanding of the underlying Internet standards and how they are developed. An understanding of motivations for moving towards DevOps and. A high-level understanding of AI and machine learning and how it will be relevant to modern processes in the future (i.e., AIOps) Experience of working with encryption technologies/techniques Understanding of development languages Strong database knowledge in SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and MongoDB Strong experience across a broad range of cloud platform services including compute, storage, analytics, data engineering, load-balancing, monitoring, and alerting, serverless architecture, integration, messaging, and others Experience of creating API integrations with 3rd party platforms and services using REST APIs Experience in application deployment using Docker containers and scalable architectures using microservices, Kubernetes and Helm also desirable Excellent spoken and written English and able to communicate technical subject matter clearly. Familiarity with Machine Learning development, algorithmic orchestration, and model serving approaches and methodologies
We're spending more of our time online however, being online has its risks. Ofcom research found a third of people feel the risks of being online have started to outweigh the benefits, while four in five adult internet users have concerns about going online, and most people support tighter rules. This is why the Government has appointed Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK. We've gained extensive experience in protecting audiences from harm while upholding freedom of expression. An important part of our job will be to make sure online platforms do the same with their systems and processes. Our responsibilities mean we are increasing our capacity and capability in our online technology team and are looking to recruit talented and diverse specialists in this exciting and growing area. You will have the unique opportunity to directly impact a world leading regime, as well as have the chance to experiment with leading edge technologies. There has never been a more exciting and meaningful time to join. We know that you will have varying experience and backgrounds, we are open to all. Please get in touch to find out how to be part of this journey. Ofcom opened a new tech hub in Manchester this year and we are looking to expand the team across our London office and our new Manchester location. Purpose of the role You will use your experience to act as a subject matter expert as part of the Online Technology Team. The role requires the successful candidate to be inquisitive with an inherent interest in understanding how technology works. You will supply vital knowledge on the architecture and standards of the Internet; the structure, systems and technologies employed by both large and small-scale online media platforms; and the harms that such platforms can present to consumers. The role will involve research, evaluation, consultancy, advising, project management and briefing in a variety of written and verbal formats. You are comfortable at different levels of the tech stack including frontend, APIs, backend, and databases. You have strong technical acumen, hands-on experience, a quick learner able to understand different technologies and assess their benefits and trade-offs. Reporting to the Director of Online Technology responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to: Supporting the online technology team subject matter experts in aspects of software development/standards/architecture. Managing and supporting technical team projects to explore in detail aspects of the systems, platforms and standards which are of concern Prepare briefing documents and build the knowledge and understanding. Ensure a 'joinedup' approach to the technological aspect of our online regulation regime with government departments, industry, industry associations and internal colleagues. Supporting practical work within subject matter experts to explore technological capabilities. Improve our visibility of the online industry and its underlying data to be in line with best practice worldwide. Develop working relationships with universities and other regulatory or government bodies active in online safety where relevant. Collaborating with our People and Transformation Team to support and deliver specialist training to colleagues. Working with our ICT team to ensure that activities are aligned with Ofcom's ICT Strategy. Support Ofcom's Public Policy Team to explore and implement efficient and secure ways for us to share data about online services with government and other policymakers. Collaborating with data scientists and domain experts in multi-disciplinary teams. Your skill Skills, knowledge, and experience can include any combination of: Hands-on backend software, microservices, algorithms, APIs and data structures development experience using Python, NodeJS also desirable VR/AR/Meta languages etc Image/text/audio analysis/forensics Software development lifecycle experience Git / CICD / Testing / PRs / Promotion / Environments / Ticketing +Auditing / Security tooling / standards / DevOps Experience in Security operations including identity and access management, encryption in transit and at rest, storage, and processing of sensitive personal data A practical understanding of the architecture, systems and operation of several online platforms and an understanding of the underlying Internet standards and how they are developed. An understanding of motivations for moving towards DevOps and. A high-level understanding of AI and machine learning and how it will be relevant to modern processes in the future (i.e., AIOps) Experience of working with encryption technologies/techniques Understanding of development languages Strong database knowledge in SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and MongoDB Strong experience across a broad range of cloud platform services including compute, storage, analytics, data engineering, load-balancing, monitoring, and alerting, serverless architecture, integration, messaging, and others Experience of creating API integrations with 3rd party platforms and services using REST APIs Experience in application deployment using Docker containers and scalable architectures using microservices, Kubernetes and Helm also desirable Excellent spoken and written English and able to communicate technical subject matter clearly. Familiarity with Machine Learning development, algorithmic orchestration, and model serving approaches and methodologies
04/11/2021
Full time
We're spending more of our time online however, being online has its risks. Ofcom research found a third of people feel the risks of being online have started to outweigh the benefits, while four in five adult internet users have concerns about going online, and most people support tighter rules. This is why the Government has appointed Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK. We've gained extensive experience in protecting audiences from harm while upholding freedom of expression. An important part of our job will be to make sure online platforms do the same with their systems and processes. Our responsibilities mean we are increasing our capacity and capability in our online technology team and are looking to recruit talented and diverse specialists in this exciting and growing area. You will have the unique opportunity to directly impact a world leading regime, as well as have the chance to experiment with leading edge technologies. There has never been a more exciting and meaningful time to join. We know that you will have varying experience and backgrounds, we are open to all. Please get in touch to find out how to be part of this journey. Ofcom opened a new tech hub in Manchester this year and we are looking to expand the team across our London office and our new Manchester location. Purpose of the role You will use your experience to act as a subject matter expert as part of the Online Technology Team. The role requires the successful candidate to be inquisitive with an inherent interest in understanding how technology works. You will supply vital knowledge on the architecture and standards of the Internet; the structure, systems and technologies employed by both large and small-scale online media platforms; and the harms that such platforms can present to consumers. The role will involve research, evaluation, consultancy, advising, project management and briefing in a variety of written and verbal formats. You are comfortable at different levels of the tech stack including frontend, APIs, backend, and databases. You have strong technical acumen, hands-on experience, a quick learner able to understand different technologies and assess their benefits and trade-offs. Reporting to the Director of Online Technology responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to: Supporting the online technology team subject matter experts in aspects of software development/standards/architecture. Managing and supporting technical team projects to explore in detail aspects of the systems, platforms and standards which are of concern Prepare briefing documents and build the knowledge and understanding. Ensure a 'joinedup' approach to the technological aspect of our online regulation regime with government departments, industry, industry associations and internal colleagues. Supporting practical work within subject matter experts to explore technological capabilities. Improve our visibility of the online industry and its underlying data to be in line with best practice worldwide. Develop working relationships with universities and other regulatory or government bodies active in online safety where relevant. Collaborating with our People and Transformation Team to support and deliver specialist training to colleagues. Working with our ICT team to ensure that activities are aligned with Ofcom's ICT Strategy. Support Ofcom's Public Policy Team to explore and implement efficient and secure ways for us to share data about online services with government and other policymakers. Collaborating with data scientists and domain experts in multi-disciplinary teams. Your skill Skills, knowledge, and experience can include any combination of: Hands-on backend software, microservices, algorithms, APIs and data structures development experience using Python, NodeJS also desirable VR/AR/Meta languages etc Image/text/audio analysis/forensics Software development lifecycle experience Git / CICD / Testing / PRs / Promotion / Environments / Ticketing +Auditing / Security tooling / standards / DevOps Experience in Security operations including identity and access management, encryption in transit and at rest, storage, and processing of sensitive personal data A practical understanding of the architecture, systems and operation of several online platforms and an understanding of the underlying Internet standards and how they are developed. An understanding of motivations for moving towards DevOps and. A high-level understanding of AI and machine learning and how it will be relevant to modern processes in the future (i.e., AIOps) Experience of working with encryption technologies/techniques Understanding of development languages Strong database knowledge in SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and MongoDB Strong experience across a broad range of cloud platform services including compute, storage, analytics, data engineering, load-balancing, monitoring, and alerting, serverless architecture, integration, messaging, and others Experience of creating API integrations with 3rd party platforms and services using REST APIs Experience in application deployment using Docker containers and scalable architectures using microservices, Kubernetes and Helm also desirable Excellent spoken and written English and able to communicate technical subject matter clearly. Familiarity with Machine Learning development, algorithmic orchestration, and model serving approaches and methodologies
We're spending more of our time online however, being online has its risks. Ofcom research found a third of people feel the risks of being online have started to outweigh the benefits, while four in five adult internet users have concerns about going online, and most people support tighter rules. This is why the Government has appointed Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK. We've gained extensive experience in protecting audiences from harm while upholding freedom of expression. An important part of our job will be to make sure online platforms do the same with their systems and processes. Our responsibilities mean we are increasing our capacity and capability in our online technology team and are looking to recruit talented and diverse specialists in this exciting and growing area. You will have the unique opportunity to directly impact a world leading regime, as well as have the chance to experiment with leading edge technologies. There has never been a more exciting and meaningful time to join. We know that you will have varying experience and backgrounds, we are open to all. Please get in touch to find out how to be part of this journey. Ofcom opened a new tech hub in Manchester this year and we are looking to expand the team across our London office and our new Manchester location. Purpose of the role You will use your experience to act as a subject matter expert as part of the Online Technology Team. The role requires the successful candidate to be inquisitive with an inherent interest in understanding how technology works. You will supply vital knowledge on the architecture and standards of the Internet; the structure, systems and technologies employed by both large and small-scale online media platforms; and the harms that such platforms can present to consumers. The role will involve research, evaluation, consultancy, advising, project management and briefing in a variety of written and verbal formats. You are comfortable at different levels of the tech stack including frontend, APIs, backend, and databases. You have strong technical acumen, hands-on experience, a quick learner able to understand different technologies and assess their benefits and trade-offs. Reporting to the Director of Online Technology responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to: Supporting the online technology team subject matter experts in aspects of software development/standards/architecture. Managing and supporting technical team projects to explore in detail aspects of the systems, platforms and standards which are of concern Prepare briefing documents and build the knowledge and understanding. Ensure a 'joinedup' approach to the technological aspect of our online regulation regime with government departments, industry, industry associations and internal colleagues. Supporting practical work within subject matter experts to explore technological capabilities. Improve our visibility of the online industry and its underlying data to be in line with best practice worldwide. Develop working relationships with universities and other regulatory or government bodies active in online safety where relevant. Collaborating with our People and Transformation Team to support and deliver specialist training to colleagues. Working with our ICT team to ensure that activities are aligned with Ofcom's ICT Strategy. Support Ofcom's Public Policy Team to explore and implement efficient and secure ways for us to share data about online services with government and other policymakers. Collaborating with data scientists and domain experts in multi-disciplinary teams. Your skill Skills, knowledge, and experience can include any combination of: Hands-on backend software, microservices, algorithms, APIs and data structures development experience using Python, NodeJS also desirable VR/AR/Meta languages etc Image/text/audio analysis/forensics Software development lifecycle experience Git / CICD / Testing / PRs / Promotion / Environments / Ticketing +Auditing / Security tooling / standards / DevOps Experience in Security operations including identity and access management, encryption in transit and at rest, storage, and processing of sensitive personal data A practical understanding of the architecture, systems and operation of several online platforms and an understanding of the underlying Internet standards and how they are developed. An understanding of motivations for moving towards DevOps and. A high-level understanding of AI and machine learning and how it will be relevant to modern processes in the future (i.e., AIOps) Experience of working with encryption technologies/techniques Understanding of development languages Strong database knowledge in SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and MongoDB Strong experience across a broad range of cloud platform services including compute, storage, analytics, data engineering, load-balancing, monitoring, and alerting, serverless architecture, integration, messaging, and others Experience of creating API integrations with 3rd party platforms and services using REST APIs Experience in application deployment using Docker containers and scalable architectures using microservices, Kubernetes and Helm also desirable Excellent spoken and written English and able to communicate technical subject matter clearly. Familiarity with Machine Learning development, algorithmic orchestration, and model serving approaches and methodologies
04/11/2021
Full time
We're spending more of our time online however, being online has its risks. Ofcom research found a third of people feel the risks of being online have started to outweigh the benefits, while four in five adult internet users have concerns about going online, and most people support tighter rules. This is why the Government has appointed Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK. We've gained extensive experience in protecting audiences from harm while upholding freedom of expression. An important part of our job will be to make sure online platforms do the same with their systems and processes. Our responsibilities mean we are increasing our capacity and capability in our online technology team and are looking to recruit talented and diverse specialists in this exciting and growing area. You will have the unique opportunity to directly impact a world leading regime, as well as have the chance to experiment with leading edge technologies. There has never been a more exciting and meaningful time to join. We know that you will have varying experience and backgrounds, we are open to all. Please get in touch to find out how to be part of this journey. Ofcom opened a new tech hub in Manchester this year and we are looking to expand the team across our London office and our new Manchester location. Purpose of the role You will use your experience to act as a subject matter expert as part of the Online Technology Team. The role requires the successful candidate to be inquisitive with an inherent interest in understanding how technology works. You will supply vital knowledge on the architecture and standards of the Internet; the structure, systems and technologies employed by both large and small-scale online media platforms; and the harms that such platforms can present to consumers. The role will involve research, evaluation, consultancy, advising, project management and briefing in a variety of written and verbal formats. You are comfortable at different levels of the tech stack including frontend, APIs, backend, and databases. You have strong technical acumen, hands-on experience, a quick learner able to understand different technologies and assess their benefits and trade-offs. Reporting to the Director of Online Technology responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to: Supporting the online technology team subject matter experts in aspects of software development/standards/architecture. Managing and supporting technical team projects to explore in detail aspects of the systems, platforms and standards which are of concern Prepare briefing documents and build the knowledge and understanding. Ensure a 'joinedup' approach to the technological aspect of our online regulation regime with government departments, industry, industry associations and internal colleagues. Supporting practical work within subject matter experts to explore technological capabilities. Improve our visibility of the online industry and its underlying data to be in line with best practice worldwide. Develop working relationships with universities and other regulatory or government bodies active in online safety where relevant. Collaborating with our People and Transformation Team to support and deliver specialist training to colleagues. Working with our ICT team to ensure that activities are aligned with Ofcom's ICT Strategy. Support Ofcom's Public Policy Team to explore and implement efficient and secure ways for us to share data about online services with government and other policymakers. Collaborating with data scientists and domain experts in multi-disciplinary teams. Your skill Skills, knowledge, and experience can include any combination of: Hands-on backend software, microservices, algorithms, APIs and data structures development experience using Python, NodeJS also desirable VR/AR/Meta languages etc Image/text/audio analysis/forensics Software development lifecycle experience Git / CICD / Testing / PRs / Promotion / Environments / Ticketing +Auditing / Security tooling / standards / DevOps Experience in Security operations including identity and access management, encryption in transit and at rest, storage, and processing of sensitive personal data A practical understanding of the architecture, systems and operation of several online platforms and an understanding of the underlying Internet standards and how they are developed. An understanding of motivations for moving towards DevOps and. A high-level understanding of AI and machine learning and how it will be relevant to modern processes in the future (i.e., AIOps) Experience of working with encryption technologies/techniques Understanding of development languages Strong database knowledge in SQL and NoSQL databases, preferably PostgreSQL and MongoDB Strong experience across a broad range of cloud platform services including compute, storage, analytics, data engineering, load-balancing, monitoring, and alerting, serverless architecture, integration, messaging, and others Experience of creating API integrations with 3rd party platforms and services using REST APIs Experience in application deployment using Docker containers and scalable architectures using microservices, Kubernetes and Helm also desirable Excellent spoken and written English and able to communicate technical subject matter clearly. Familiarity with Machine Learning development, algorithmic orchestration, and model serving approaches and methodologies
About Us We're an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 we've been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the world's leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day. We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people. Our platform engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working. About the Role We're looking for hands-on platform engineers with deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes around, with clients in a range of industries. As an Azure expert, you'll work in small product teams alongside developers, architects, designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation, tooling and cloud infrastructure. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we'll reward you for obtaining Azure certifications. About You You'll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams on client site. You'll have: Commercial experience across designing, deploying and managing cloud environments in Azure. Experience of containers and container orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, Helm, or Pulumi. Experience of pipeline build/deploy tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or Jenkins. In-depth automation and scripting using tools such as PowerShell, AZ CLI, Python, Bash, Ruby, or Groovy. Detailed knowledge of configuration management technologies like DSC, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack, or Ansible. Thorough knowledge of logging and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure App Insights, New Relic, or Datadog. Knowledge of cloud platform design patterns and best practices. Knowledge of common database and caching technologies, such as Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Memcache, or Redis. Some knowledge of common programming languages used in modern web application development, such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, or PHP. Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology. As a bonus, experience of other cloud platforms and technologies. If you don't feel you match with all the above, we're still interested! We have opportunities across a wide range of skill sets and levels in tech. More than anything, we're excited about people who love technology and learning how to make it work. We'd really like to hear from you, and hopefully find you your dream job at BJSS. Some of the Perks A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more… We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands An industry-leading referral scheme BJSS is committed to equal opportunities and diversity so we want to ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair to all who wish to apply.
04/11/2021
Full time
About Us We're an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 we've been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the world's leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day. We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people. Our platform engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working. About the Role We're looking for hands-on platform engineers with deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes around, with clients in a range of industries. As an Azure expert, you'll work in small product teams alongside developers, architects, designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation, tooling and cloud infrastructure. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we'll reward you for obtaining Azure certifications. About You You'll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams on client site. You'll have: Commercial experience across designing, deploying and managing cloud environments in Azure. Experience of containers and container orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, Helm, or Pulumi. Experience of pipeline build/deploy tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or Jenkins. In-depth automation and scripting using tools such as PowerShell, AZ CLI, Python, Bash, Ruby, or Groovy. Detailed knowledge of configuration management technologies like DSC, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack, or Ansible. Thorough knowledge of logging and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure App Insights, New Relic, or Datadog. Knowledge of cloud platform design patterns and best practices. Knowledge of common database and caching technologies, such as Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Memcache, or Redis. Some knowledge of common programming languages used in modern web application development, such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, or PHP. Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology. As a bonus, experience of other cloud platforms and technologies. If you don't feel you match with all the above, we're still interested! We have opportunities across a wide range of skill sets and levels in tech. More than anything, we're excited about people who love technology and learning how to make it work. We'd really like to hear from you, and hopefully find you your dream job at BJSS. Some of the Perks A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more… We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands An industry-leading referral scheme BJSS is committed to equal opportunities and diversity so we want to ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair to all who wish to apply.
About Us We're an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 we've been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the world's leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day. We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people. Our platform engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working. About the Role We're looking for hands-on platform engineers with deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes around, with clients in a range of industries. As an Azure expert, you'll work in small product teams alongside developers, architects, designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation, tooling and cloud infrastructure. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we'll reward you for obtaining Azure certifications. About You You'll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams on client site. You'll have: Commercial experience across designing, deploying and managing cloud environments in Azure. Experience of containers and container orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, Helm, or Pulumi. Experience of pipeline build/deploy tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or Jenkins. In-depth automation and scripting using tools such as PowerShell, AZ CLI, Python, Bash, Ruby, or Groovy. Detailed knowledge of configuration management technologies like DSC, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack, or Ansible. Thorough knowledge of logging and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure App Insights, New Relic, or Datadog. Knowledge of cloud platform design patterns and best practices. Knowledge of common database and caching technologies, such as Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Memcache, or Redis. Some knowledge of common programming languages used in modern web application development, such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, or PHP. Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology. As a bonus, experience of other cloud platforms and technologies. If you don't feel you match with all the above, we're still interested! We have opportunities across a wide range of skill sets and levels in tech. More than anything, we're excited about people who love technology and learning how to make it work. We'd really like to hear from you, and hopefully find you your dream job at BJSS. Some of the Perks A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more… We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands An industry-leading referral scheme BJSS is committed to equal opportunities and diversity so we want to ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair to all who wish to apply.
04/11/2021
Full time
About Us We're an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 we've been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the world's leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day. We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people. Our platform engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working. About the Role We're looking for hands-on platform engineers with deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes around, with clients in a range of industries. As an Azure expert, you'll work in small product teams alongside developers, architects, designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation, tooling and cloud infrastructure. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we'll reward you for obtaining Azure certifications. About You You'll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams on client site. You'll have: Commercial experience across designing, deploying and managing cloud environments in Azure. Experience of containers and container orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, Helm, or Pulumi. Experience of pipeline build/deploy tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or Jenkins. In-depth automation and scripting using tools such as PowerShell, AZ CLI, Python, Bash, Ruby, or Groovy. Detailed knowledge of configuration management technologies like DSC, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack, or Ansible. Thorough knowledge of logging and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure App Insights, New Relic, or Datadog. Knowledge of cloud platform design patterns and best practices. Knowledge of common database and caching technologies, such as Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Memcache, or Redis. Some knowledge of common programming languages used in modern web application development, such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, or PHP. Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology. As a bonus, experience of other cloud platforms and technologies. If you don't feel you match with all the above, we're still interested! We have opportunities across a wide range of skill sets and levels in tech. More than anything, we're excited about people who love technology and learning how to make it work. We'd really like to hear from you, and hopefully find you your dream job at BJSS. Some of the Perks A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more… We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands An industry-leading referral scheme BJSS is committed to equal opportunities and diversity so we want to ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair to all who wish to apply.
About Us We're an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 we've been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the world's leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day. We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people. Our platform engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working. About the Role We're looking for hands-on platform engineers with deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes around, with clients in a range of industries. As an Azure expert, you'll work in small product teams alongside developers, architects, designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation, tooling and cloud infrastructure. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we'll reward you for obtaining Azure certifications. About You You'll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams on client site. You'll have: Commercial experience across designing, deploying and managing cloud environments in Azure. Experience of containers and container orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, Helm, or Pulumi. Experience of pipeline build/deploy tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or Jenkins. In-depth automation and scripting using tools such as PowerShell, AZ CLI, Python, Bash, Ruby, or Groovy. Detailed knowledge of configuration management technologies like DSC, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack, or Ansible. Thorough knowledge of logging and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure App Insights, New Relic, or Datadog. Knowledge of cloud platform design patterns and best practices. Knowledge of common database and caching technologies, such as Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Memcache, or Redis. Some knowledge of common programming languages used in modern web application development, such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, or PHP. Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology. As a bonus, experience of other cloud platforms and technologies. If you don't feel you match with all the above, we're still interested! We have opportunities across a wide range of skill sets and levels in tech. More than anything, we're excited about people who love technology and learning how to make it work. We'd really like to hear from you, and hopefully find you your dream job at BJSS. Some of the Perks A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more… We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands An industry-leading referral scheme BJSS is committed to equal opportunities and diversity so we want to ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair to all who wish to apply.
04/11/2021
Full time
About Us We're an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 we've been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the world's leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day. We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people. Our platform engineers design, build and maintain the delivery infrastructure, systems and processes underpinning technology transformation engagements and lead the adoption of modern platforms and ways of working. About the Role We're looking for hands-on platform engineers with deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes around, with clients in a range of industries. As an Azure expert, you'll work in small product teams alongside developers, architects, designers, analysts and product owners to deliver automation, tooling and cloud infrastructure. We encourage continuous learning, so as well as the opportunity to work with some of the brightest and best in the industry, and evaluate the latest technologies, we'll reward you for obtaining Azure certifications. About You You'll have the expertise and confidence to lead the definition and support of the Azure delivery platform in complex engagements, typically working in multi-disciplinary teams on client site. You'll have: Commercial experience across designing, deploying and managing cloud environments in Azure. Experience of containers and container orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and AKS. Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, Helm, or Pulumi. Experience of pipeline build/deploy tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or Jenkins. In-depth automation and scripting using tools such as PowerShell, AZ CLI, Python, Bash, Ruby, or Groovy. Detailed knowledge of configuration management technologies like DSC, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack, or Ansible. Thorough knowledge of logging and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure App Insights, New Relic, or Datadog. Knowledge of cloud platform design patterns and best practices. Knowledge of common database and caching technologies, such as Azure SQL, CosmosDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Memcache, or Redis. Some knowledge of common programming languages used in modern web application development, such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Go, or PHP. Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology. As a bonus, experience of other cloud platforms and technologies. If you don't feel you match with all the above, we're still interested! We have opportunities across a wide range of skill sets and levels in tech. More than anything, we're excited about people who love technology and learning how to make it work. We'd really like to hear from you, and hopefully find you your dream job at BJSS. Some of the Perks A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more… We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands An industry-leading referral scheme BJSS is committed to equal opportunities and diversity so we want to ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair to all who wish to apply.
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