Platform Engineering Lead We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Platform Engineering Lead to oversee and maintain our cloud and infrastructure operations across multiple environments. This crucial role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our platform as we continue to innovate in the virtual payment technology space. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with various departments, including product, data, security, and service teams, to ensure our infrastructure meets client expectations and supports key business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead the implementation and maintenance of cloud and infrastructure systems, including private and public cloud-based servers, storage, networks, and security. Direct teams to standardise platforms, supporting efficient product deployment pipelines and meeting critical release schedules. Collaborate with department leaders to ensure that cloud and infrastructure environments align with client needs and best practices. Guide teams in enhancing the observability and reliability of infrastructure performance. Oversee global cloud engineering teams operating across different time zones, ensuring continuous operation and support. Skills and Experience: Proven experience leading teams in a 24/7 operational environment, including managing out-of-hours escalations. Expertise in implementing and migrating to public cloud infrastructure, preferably Microsoft Azure. At least 4 years' experience in an infrastructure or IT management role. Familiarity with tools like Datadog and ServiceNow is advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities. Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple projects effectively. Benefits: 33 days' annual leave with options to purchase more, enhanced parental leave, private medical cover, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Access to rewards, including Cycle2Work, gym memberships, tech schemes, and discounts. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive work environment. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for driving technological innovation, we invite you to apply for the Platform Engineering Lead position. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Platform Engineering Lead
Sep 15, 2024
Full time
Platform Engineering Lead We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Platform Engineering Lead to oversee and maintain our cloud and infrastructure operations across multiple environments. This crucial role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our platform as we continue to innovate in the virtual payment technology space. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with various departments, including product, data, security, and service teams, to ensure our infrastructure meets client expectations and supports key business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead the implementation and maintenance of cloud and infrastructure systems, including private and public cloud-based servers, storage, networks, and security. Direct teams to standardise platforms, supporting efficient product deployment pipelines and meeting critical release schedules. Collaborate with department leaders to ensure that cloud and infrastructure environments align with client needs and best practices. Guide teams in enhancing the observability and reliability of infrastructure performance. Oversee global cloud engineering teams operating across different time zones, ensuring continuous operation and support. Skills and Experience: Proven experience leading teams in a 24/7 operational environment, including managing out-of-hours escalations. Expertise in implementing and migrating to public cloud infrastructure, preferably Microsoft Azure. At least 4 years' experience in an infrastructure or IT management role. Familiarity with tools like Datadog and ServiceNow is advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities. Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple projects effectively. Benefits: 33 days' annual leave with options to purchase more, enhanced parental leave, private medical cover, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Access to rewards, including Cycle2Work, gym memberships, tech schemes, and discounts. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive work environment. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for driving technological innovation, we invite you to apply for the Platform Engineering Lead position. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Platform Engineering Lead
Data Engineer (AWS,DevOps,Big Data) - Finance - London Day rate: £550 - £650 inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Start: ASAP Hybrid 2 - 3 days in office My new client is looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer with expertise in cloud DevOps, big data administration, and data engineering on AWS. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AWS Lake Formation, data product concepts, and Spark job management, including auditing, monitoring, and performance tuning. This role involves creating and managing services and tools to support a multi-tenant environment, ensuring optimal performance and scalability. Key Responsibilities: Cloud DevOps & Big Data Administration: Manage and optimize big data environments on AWS, with a focus on efficient administration and maintenance. Leverage AWS Lake Formation to design and implement data lakehouses versus data fabric architectures, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Data Engineering & Spark Management: Develop and maintain Spark jobs, with a focus on auditing, monitoring, and instrumentation to ensure reliability and performance. Perform Spark performance tuning, including understanding and applying Spark 3+ features, such as Adaptive Query Execution (AQE) and job-level resource management. Create services and tools to manage a multi-tenant environment, ensuring seamless data operations across tenants. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Utilize Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and management, ensuring scalable and secure environments. Integrate with AWS Glue and HIVE for data processing and management, optimizing workflows for large-scale data operations. Data Storage & Management: Work with data storage formats like Parquet and Hudi to optimize data storage and retrieval. Implement and manage IAM policies for secure data access and management across AWS services. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and other engineers, to develop and deploy data solutions. Continuously improve data engineering practices, leveraging new tools and techniques to enhance performance and efficiency. Required Skills: Cloud DevOps & Big Data: Extensive experience in cloud DevOps and big data administration on AWS. Proficiency in AWS Lake Formation, with a strong understanding of data lakehouse versus data fabric concepts. Programming & Data Engineering: Expertise in Python for data processing and automation. Deep knowledge of Spark internals (Spark 3+ features), including architecture, events, system metrics, AQE, and job-level resource management. Tech Stack: Strong hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure management. Experience with data formats such as Hudi and Parquet. Familiarity with AWS Glue, HIVE, and IAM for data management and security. Good to Have: Additional Tools & Technologies: Knowledge of Iceberg and its application in data storage and management. Experience with Airflow for workflow automation. Familiarity with Terragrunt for managing Terraform configurations. Understanding of DynamoDB and its integration within data environments.
Sep 15, 2024
Full time
Data Engineer (AWS,DevOps,Big Data) - Finance - London Day rate: £550 - £650 inside IR35 Duration: 6 months Start: ASAP Hybrid 2 - 3 days in office My new client is looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer with expertise in cloud DevOps, big data administration, and data engineering on AWS. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AWS Lake Formation, data product concepts, and Spark job management, including auditing, monitoring, and performance tuning. This role involves creating and managing services and tools to support a multi-tenant environment, ensuring optimal performance and scalability. Key Responsibilities: Cloud DevOps & Big Data Administration: Manage and optimize big data environments on AWS, with a focus on efficient administration and maintenance. Leverage AWS Lake Formation to design and implement data lakehouses versus data fabric architectures, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Data Engineering & Spark Management: Develop and maintain Spark jobs, with a focus on auditing, monitoring, and instrumentation to ensure reliability and performance. Perform Spark performance tuning, including understanding and applying Spark 3+ features, such as Adaptive Query Execution (AQE) and job-level resource management. Create services and tools to manage a multi-tenant environment, ensuring seamless data operations across tenants. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Utilize Terraform for infrastructure provisioning and management, ensuring scalable and secure environments. Integrate with AWS Glue and HIVE for data processing and management, optimizing workflows for large-scale data operations. Data Storage & Management: Work with data storage formats like Parquet and Hudi to optimize data storage and retrieval. Implement and manage IAM policies for secure data access and management across AWS services. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and other engineers, to develop and deploy data solutions. Continuously improve data engineering practices, leveraging new tools and techniques to enhance performance and efficiency. Required Skills: Cloud DevOps & Big Data: Extensive experience in cloud DevOps and big data administration on AWS. Proficiency in AWS Lake Formation, with a strong understanding of data lakehouse versus data fabric concepts. Programming & Data Engineering: Expertise in Python for data processing and automation. Deep knowledge of Spark internals (Spark 3+ features), including architecture, events, system metrics, AQE, and job-level resource management. Tech Stack: Strong hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure management. Experience with data formats such as Hudi and Parquet. Familiarity with AWS Glue, HIVE, and IAM for data management and security. Good to Have: Additional Tools & Technologies: Knowledge of Iceberg and its application in data storage and management. Experience with Airflow for workflow automation. Familiarity with Terragrunt for managing Terraform configurations. Understanding of DynamoDB and its integration within data environments.
Job Title : IT Infrastructure Engineer Location : Winnersh Salary : £50,000 - £55,000 Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with a passion for the IT and a strong footing in Linux, Azure & Microsoft Virtualisation to join our client's team in Winnersh. The successful candidate will have a strong technical knowledge of IT Infrastructure, taking ownership of scenarios and a proven track record of providing effective, hands-on IT solutions. The main responsibilities of the IT Infrastructure Engineer include: Install, maintain & support IT environment including network and servers, monitoring systems, change management, telephone systems. Ensure the security, reliability and availability of on-premise IT systems through monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting. Install, support and configure Virtualization and Cloud Solutions. Work on infrastructure issues, providing an efficient and timely resolution. Update the helpdesk system ensuring all parties are informed on update/resolution or escalation of issue. Technical Skills/Requirements: 5+ years technical experience managing a Microsoft virtual based Infrastructure, with up to date hands on experience capable of troubleshooting to a high level. 5+ years technical experience managing cloud environments Excellent technical knowledge of Azure, Windows server, Clustering, Active Directory, Exchange and SQL Server, Backup Technologies and Virtualisation (Hyper-V). Firewalls, Cisco Switching, iSCSI. Strong skillset within Linux Administration Understanding of LAN/WAN networking (TCP/IP), Firewalls, VPN. Strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills.If you are an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer and have the required skills and experience, then please apply for immediate consideration and interview. For further details about the role, please get in touch. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 15, 2024
Full time
Job Title : IT Infrastructure Engineer Location : Winnersh Salary : £50,000 - £55,000 Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with a passion for the IT and a strong footing in Linux, Azure & Microsoft Virtualisation to join our client's team in Winnersh. The successful candidate will have a strong technical knowledge of IT Infrastructure, taking ownership of scenarios and a proven track record of providing effective, hands-on IT solutions. The main responsibilities of the IT Infrastructure Engineer include: Install, maintain & support IT environment including network and servers, monitoring systems, change management, telephone systems. Ensure the security, reliability and availability of on-premise IT systems through monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting. Install, support and configure Virtualization and Cloud Solutions. Work on infrastructure issues, providing an efficient and timely resolution. Update the helpdesk system ensuring all parties are informed on update/resolution or escalation of issue. Technical Skills/Requirements: 5+ years technical experience managing a Microsoft virtual based Infrastructure, with up to date hands on experience capable of troubleshooting to a high level. 5+ years technical experience managing cloud environments Excellent technical knowledge of Azure, Windows server, Clustering, Active Directory, Exchange and SQL Server, Backup Technologies and Virtualisation (Hyper-V). Firewalls, Cisco Switching, iSCSI. Strong skillset within Linux Administration Understanding of LAN/WAN networking (TCP/IP), Firewalls, VPN. Strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills.If you are an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer and have the required skills and experience, then please apply for immediate consideration and interview. For further details about the role, please get in touch. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
We are working in partnership with a managed service provider based in Stoke-on-Trent to find an experienced 2nd/3rd Line Support Engineer to join their exciting new 24x7 operations team. Our client is seeking a 2nd/3rd Engineer with extensive patching experience. The role is office-based, so you must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our clients IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Helping the company grow into a first-class operational hub serving the defence and security industry. Responsibilities: Incident Management: Respond to and resolve complex incidents. Provide efficient and timely solutions to maintain high service levels. Manage P1 communications and technical incident calls if required. Patch Management : Regularly test and patch systems and software to ensure security and functionality. This includes scheduled maintenance and ad-hoc tasks. Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor system performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Documentation: Accurately document all actions taken, including incident resolution, system changes, updates, and detailed reports on testing activities. Test Management: Follow detailed test plans meticulously, conduct thorough testing as per the outlined procedures, and report findings and outcomes to the Test Manager. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes and services. Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in the field. Qualifications: Successful Engineer will need to possess 3 years' experience within IT Support, ideally covering 2nd line and some 3rd Line duties. ITIL V3/4 Foundation or above. Ideally, you will have some form of IT qualification, either BTEC, A Level's, HND/HNC or Degree. Any IT certifications will enhance your application. Security Clearance You must have or be able to obtain SC clearance, with a view to obtaining DV clearance. Working Hours: You will join a working day shift moving into weekend support onto a full 24x7 rota. The established rota will run as a 12-hour shift, working 4 days on 4 days off. This position will initially operate during standard day hours as part of our preparatory phase for 24x7 operations. Flexibility to transition to shift work, including nights and weekends, will be required as we move to round-the-clock operations later in the year Further information to follow at your request.
Sep 15, 2024
Full time
We are working in partnership with a managed service provider based in Stoke-on-Trent to find an experienced 2nd/3rd Line Support Engineer to join their exciting new 24x7 operations team. Our client is seeking a 2nd/3rd Engineer with extensive patching experience. The role is office-based, so you must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our clients IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Helping the company grow into a first-class operational hub serving the defence and security industry. Responsibilities: Incident Management: Respond to and resolve complex incidents. Provide efficient and timely solutions to maintain high service levels. Manage P1 communications and technical incident calls if required. Patch Management : Regularly test and patch systems and software to ensure security and functionality. This includes scheduled maintenance and ad-hoc tasks. Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor system performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Documentation: Accurately document all actions taken, including incident resolution, system changes, updates, and detailed reports on testing activities. Test Management: Follow detailed test plans meticulously, conduct thorough testing as per the outlined procedures, and report findings and outcomes to the Test Manager. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes and services. Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in the field. Qualifications: Successful Engineer will need to possess 3 years' experience within IT Support, ideally covering 2nd line and some 3rd Line duties. ITIL V3/4 Foundation or above. Ideally, you will have some form of IT qualification, either BTEC, A Level's, HND/HNC or Degree. Any IT certifications will enhance your application. Security Clearance You must have or be able to obtain SC clearance, with a view to obtaining DV clearance. Working Hours: You will join a working day shift moving into weekend support onto a full 24x7 rota. The established rota will run as a 12-hour shift, working 4 days on 4 days off. This position will initially operate during standard day hours as part of our preparatory phase for 24x7 operations. Flexibility to transition to shift work, including nights and weekends, will be required as we move to round-the-clock operations later in the year Further information to follow at your request.
Central Employment Agency (North East) Limited
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Central Employment are working in partnership with a long term eCommerce Web-Print Specialist, as they look to recruit a Senior Data Engineer , joining the growing Engineering team in Newcastle. You will play a crucial role in designing, building, and maintaining our data platform, with a strong emphasis on streaming data, cloud infrastructure, and machine learning operations. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines. Optimize ETL processes to ensure seamless data ingestion, processing, and integration across various systems. Lead the development and maintenance of a real-time data streaming platform using tools like Apache Kafka, Databricks, Kinesis. Ensure the integration of streaming data with batch processing systems for comprehensive data management. Utilize AWS data engineering services (including S3, Redshift, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda, etc.) to build and manage our data infrastructure. Continuously optimize the platform for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists and BI developers, to understand data needs and deliver solutions. Leverage the project management team to coordinate project, requirements, timelines and deliverables, allowing you to concentrate on technical excellence. Establish ML Ops practices within the data engineering framework, focusing on automation, monitoring, and optimization of machine learning pipelines. Implement and maintain data quality frameworks, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data across the platform. Drive data governance initiatives, including data cataloguing, lineage tracking, and adherence to security and compliance standards. Experience: 3+ years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record in building and maintaining data platforms, preferably on AWS. Strong proficiency in Python, experience in SQL and PostgreSQL. PySpark, Scala or Java is a plus. Familiarity with Databricks and the Delta Lakehouse concept. Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers is highly desirable.
Sep 15, 2024
Full time
Central Employment are working in partnership with a long term eCommerce Web-Print Specialist, as they look to recruit a Senior Data Engineer , joining the growing Engineering team in Newcastle. You will play a crucial role in designing, building, and maintaining our data platform, with a strong emphasis on streaming data, cloud infrastructure, and machine learning operations. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines. Optimize ETL processes to ensure seamless data ingestion, processing, and integration across various systems. Lead the development and maintenance of a real-time data streaming platform using tools like Apache Kafka, Databricks, Kinesis. Ensure the integration of streaming data with batch processing systems for comprehensive data management. Utilize AWS data engineering services (including S3, Redshift, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda, etc.) to build and manage our data infrastructure. Continuously optimize the platform for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists and BI developers, to understand data needs and deliver solutions. Leverage the project management team to coordinate project, requirements, timelines and deliverables, allowing you to concentrate on technical excellence. Establish ML Ops practices within the data engineering framework, focusing on automation, monitoring, and optimization of machine learning pipelines. Implement and maintain data quality frameworks, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data across the platform. Drive data governance initiatives, including data cataloguing, lineage tracking, and adherence to security and compliance standards. Experience: 3+ years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record in building and maintaining data platforms, preferably on AWS. Strong proficiency in Python, experience in SQL and PostgreSQL. PySpark, Scala or Java is a plus. Familiarity with Databricks and the Delta Lakehouse concept. Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers is highly desirable.
Infrastructure Engineer - £45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid An exciting opportunity to join a busy Infrastructure Team working on a range of activities across a wide range of infrastructure & security disciplines, delivering BAU support to all of our IT Infrastructure. Working as part of the Infrastructure team supporting sites all over the UK. What the role involves This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in supporting our colleagues, driving change and improving processes within the IT Operations team. Resolving complex tickets across all hardware & software platforms (3rd line level). Manage 3rd party vendors to drive fault resolution and change on software/hardware issues. Documenting fixes - you will enjoy building a Knowledge Base to share between colleagues. Proactive monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure estate, using RMM platforms. Ensure that build baselines are tested for reliability, functionality, and security. Consult on hardware solutions and provide guidance on hardware standards. Ensure ITSM tooling platforms are actively maintained with ticket updates, problem records, change notifications and asset management. Provide support and mentoring to colleagues across the IT Service. Required Skills: From a highly technical background, with experience of ensuring the lights are on 24x7 with only limited and controlled downtime. 2+ years of Technical Support experience - Ideally in an MSP environment. O365, Teams, Exchange online, PowerShell experience. Strong VMware and Hyper-V knowledge. Detailed & proven understanding of physical server hardware components and configuration with strong fault diagnostic capabilities, these need to include RAID config and planning workload placement on storage arrays. Understanding of WAN, SDWAN, MPLS, FTTp/c, Routers, Switches and Firewalls. Detailed understanding of TCP-IP, IP routing protocols (BGP and OSPF). Detailed and working knowledge of Microsoft Server operating systems, Active Directory and components, including INTUNE, group policy and WSUS. Understanding of ITSM toolsets (Freshservice being desirable). Infrastructure Engineer - £45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid
Sep 15, 2024
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - £45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid An exciting opportunity to join a busy Infrastructure Team working on a range of activities across a wide range of infrastructure & security disciplines, delivering BAU support to all of our IT Infrastructure. Working as part of the Infrastructure team supporting sites all over the UK. What the role involves This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in supporting our colleagues, driving change and improving processes within the IT Operations team. Resolving complex tickets across all hardware & software platforms (3rd line level). Manage 3rd party vendors to drive fault resolution and change on software/hardware issues. Documenting fixes - you will enjoy building a Knowledge Base to share between colleagues. Proactive monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure estate, using RMM platforms. Ensure that build baselines are tested for reliability, functionality, and security. Consult on hardware solutions and provide guidance on hardware standards. Ensure ITSM tooling platforms are actively maintained with ticket updates, problem records, change notifications and asset management. Provide support and mentoring to colleagues across the IT Service. Required Skills: From a highly technical background, with experience of ensuring the lights are on 24x7 with only limited and controlled downtime. 2+ years of Technical Support experience - Ideally in an MSP environment. O365, Teams, Exchange online, PowerShell experience. Strong VMware and Hyper-V knowledge. Detailed & proven understanding of physical server hardware components and configuration with strong fault diagnostic capabilities, these need to include RAID config and planning workload placement on storage arrays. Understanding of WAN, SDWAN, MPLS, FTTp/c, Routers, Switches and Firewalls. Detailed understanding of TCP-IP, IP routing protocols (BGP and OSPF). Detailed and working knowledge of Microsoft Server operating systems, Active Directory and components, including INTUNE, group policy and WSUS. Understanding of ITSM toolsets (Freshservice being desirable). Infrastructure Engineer - £45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid
Job Description: Lab Technician with Android Testing Experience Contract Duration: 12 months Key Responsibilities: MH Host Management: Set up and configure MH hosts for mobile testing. Maintain and troubleshoot MH host environments to ensure optimal performance. Monitor reliability and resolve any issues related to MH hosts. Device Management: Manage a pool of Android devices for testing purposes. Set up and configure devices with necessary software and required configurations. Maintain an inventory of devices and track their health and performance. Android Testing: Execute test cases on Android devices, either manually or through automation tools. Report, track, and manage defects and issues found during testing. Collaborate with development teams to address and resolve identified defects. Lab Maintenance: Maintain an organized and efficient lab environment. Ensure the proper upkeep and functioning of lab equipment. Troubleshoot technical issues related to the lab infrastructure. Qualifications: Technical degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Strong knowledge of Android operating systems and mobile device hardware. Experience with mobile testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Appium, Espresso). Understanding of network configurations and the ability to troubleshoot connectivity issues. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Mobile Harness (MH) or similar mobile testing platforms. Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash). Experience working in cloud-based testing environments.
Sep 13, 2024
Full time
Job Description: Lab Technician with Android Testing Experience Contract Duration: 12 months Key Responsibilities: MH Host Management: Set up and configure MH hosts for mobile testing. Maintain and troubleshoot MH host environments to ensure optimal performance. Monitor reliability and resolve any issues related to MH hosts. Device Management: Manage a pool of Android devices for testing purposes. Set up and configure devices with necessary software and required configurations. Maintain an inventory of devices and track their health and performance. Android Testing: Execute test cases on Android devices, either manually or through automation tools. Report, track, and manage defects and issues found during testing. Collaborate with development teams to address and resolve identified defects. Lab Maintenance: Maintain an organized and efficient lab environment. Ensure the proper upkeep and functioning of lab equipment. Troubleshoot technical issues related to the lab infrastructure. Qualifications: Technical degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Strong knowledge of Android operating systems and mobile device hardware. Experience with mobile testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Appium, Espresso). Understanding of network configurations and the ability to troubleshoot connectivity issues. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Mobile Harness (MH) or similar mobile testing platforms. Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash). Experience working in cloud-based testing environments.
I'm recruiting a Lead DevOps Engineer with Java, Python, NodeJS experience for an established financial organisation with offices based across the UK. Bristol (hybrid working). Digital Banking Platforms. £85,000-£105,000 base salary. Annual bonus, competitive pension, 38 days' annual leave. As a Lead DevOps Engineer you'll sit within the Senior Leadership Team, applying your technical expertise and coaching/mentoring experience. Monitoring project progress, addressing issues within a promptly and timely fashion. Engaging with continuous improvement initiatives, learning the environment and encouraging growth within the team. Lead maintenance and enhancement of service infrastructure, within a 24/7 environment, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Experience Required: Past experience within a leadership/principal role. Good knowledge of software development, operations, and DevOps . Good knowledge of Azure DevOps or AWS cloud services . Good experience using cloud programming languages ( Java, JavaScript ) and development frameworks ( js, Node.js ). If you're an Engineering Lead, Lead DevOps or Principal DevOps Engineer looking for a new role, please reach out. This opportunity could be a great fit for you! Stuart Lewis, iO Associates
Sep 13, 2024
Full time
I'm recruiting a Lead DevOps Engineer with Java, Python, NodeJS experience for an established financial organisation with offices based across the UK. Bristol (hybrid working). Digital Banking Platforms. £85,000-£105,000 base salary. Annual bonus, competitive pension, 38 days' annual leave. As a Lead DevOps Engineer you'll sit within the Senior Leadership Team, applying your technical expertise and coaching/mentoring experience. Monitoring project progress, addressing issues within a promptly and timely fashion. Engaging with continuous improvement initiatives, learning the environment and encouraging growth within the team. Lead maintenance and enhancement of service infrastructure, within a 24/7 environment, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Experience Required: Past experience within a leadership/principal role. Good knowledge of software development, operations, and DevOps . Good knowledge of Azure DevOps or AWS cloud services . Good experience using cloud programming languages ( Java, JavaScript ) and development frameworks ( js, Node.js ). If you're an Engineering Lead, Lead DevOps or Principal DevOps Engineer looking for a new role, please reach out. This opportunity could be a great fit for you! Stuart Lewis, iO Associates
Infrastructure Engineer - £40-45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid An exciting opportunity to join a busy Infrastructure Team working on a range of activities across a wide range of infrastructure & security disciplines, delivering BAU support to all of our IT Infrastructure. Working as part of the Infrastructure team supporting sites all over the UK. What the role involves This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in supporting our colleagues, driving change and improving processes within the IT Operations team. Resolving complex tickets across all hardware & software platforms (3rd line level). Manage 3rd party vendors to drive fault resolution and change on software/hardware issues. Documenting fixes - you will enjoy building a Knowledge Base to share between colleagues. Proactive monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure estate, using RMM platforms. Ensure that build baselines are tested for reliability, functionality, and security. Consult on hardware solutions and provide guidance on hardware standards. Ensure ITSM tooling platforms are actively maintained with ticket updates, problem records, change notifications and asset management. Provide support and mentoring to colleagues across the IT Service. Required Skills: From a highly technical background, with experience of ensuring the lights are on 24x7 with only limited and controlled downtime. 2+ years of Technical Support experience - Ideally in an MSP environment. O365, Teams, Exchange online, PowerShell experience. Strong VMware and Hyper-V knowledge. Detailed & proven understanding of physical server hardware components and configuration with strong fault diagnostic capabilities, these need to include RAID config and planning workload placement on storage arrays. Understanding of WAN, SDWAN, MPLS, FTTp/c, Routers, Switches and Firewalls. Detailed understanding of TCP/IP, IP routing protocols (BGP and OSPF). Understanding of ITSM toolsets (Freshservice being desirable). Infrastructure Engineer - £40-45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid
Sep 13, 2024
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - £40-45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid An exciting opportunity to join a busy Infrastructure Team working on a range of activities across a wide range of infrastructure & security disciplines, delivering BAU support to all of our IT Infrastructure. Working as part of the Infrastructure team supporting sites all over the UK. What the role involves This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in supporting our colleagues, driving change and improving processes within the IT Operations team. Resolving complex tickets across all hardware & software platforms (3rd line level). Manage 3rd party vendors to drive fault resolution and change on software/hardware issues. Documenting fixes - you will enjoy building a Knowledge Base to share between colleagues. Proactive monitoring and maintenance of infrastructure estate, using RMM platforms. Ensure that build baselines are tested for reliability, functionality, and security. Consult on hardware solutions and provide guidance on hardware standards. Ensure ITSM tooling platforms are actively maintained with ticket updates, problem records, change notifications and asset management. Provide support and mentoring to colleagues across the IT Service. Required Skills: From a highly technical background, with experience of ensuring the lights are on 24x7 with only limited and controlled downtime. 2+ years of Technical Support experience - Ideally in an MSP environment. O365, Teams, Exchange online, PowerShell experience. Strong VMware and Hyper-V knowledge. Detailed & proven understanding of physical server hardware components and configuration with strong fault diagnostic capabilities, these need to include RAID config and planning workload placement on storage arrays. Understanding of WAN, SDWAN, MPLS, FTTp/c, Routers, Switches and Firewalls. Detailed understanding of TCP/IP, IP routing protocols (BGP and OSPF). Understanding of ITSM toolsets (Freshservice being desirable). Infrastructure Engineer - £40-45K - Yorkshire - Hybrid
Position Overview: As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer you are AWS guru responsible for: 1. Deploying, managing, and operating scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS. 2. Implementing and controlling the flow of data to and from AWS. 3. Selecting the appropriate AWS service based on compute, data, or security requirements. 4. Implementing operational automation using AWS tools. 5. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure.Our platform is built on top of AWS and the main technologies used are: Python, C++, MySQL, Apache Kafka, ECS Services. Your role will be pivotal in developing a scalable system to support a comprehensive suite of healthcare applications designed for clinical staff to enhance patient monitoring and assessment. our company has the largest biobank of continuous vital signs monitoring data in the world, in the order of petabytes, and it'll be up to you to help store it securely and retrieve quickly. This role requires a talented and highly organized individual capable of supporting a growing team. Key Responsibilities: 1 Architecture: Design, deploy, and manage AWS infrastructure solutions to support various applications and services2 Security: Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications.3 Reliability: Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues promptly and effectively.4 . Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure and processes5 Instrumentation: Development and maintenance of instrumentation infrastructure.6. DevOps Support: Automate routine tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
Sep 12, 2024
Full time
Position Overview: As a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer you are AWS guru responsible for: 1. Deploying, managing, and operating scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS. 2. Implementing and controlling the flow of data to and from AWS. 3. Selecting the appropriate AWS service based on compute, data, or security requirements. 4. Implementing operational automation using AWS tools. 5. Manage and maintain AWS infrastructure.Our platform is built on top of AWS and the main technologies used are: Python, C++, MySQL, Apache Kafka, ECS Services. Your role will be pivotal in developing a scalable system to support a comprehensive suite of healthcare applications designed for clinical staff to enhance patient monitoring and assessment. our company has the largest biobank of continuous vital signs monitoring data in the world, in the order of petabytes, and it'll be up to you to help store it securely and retrieve quickly. This role requires a talented and highly organized individual capable of supporting a growing team. Key Responsibilities: 1 Architecture: Design, deploy, and manage AWS infrastructure solutions to support various applications and services2 Security: Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of applications.3 Reliability: Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues promptly and effectively.4 . Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure and processes5 Instrumentation: Development and maintenance of instrumentation infrastructure.6. DevOps Support: Automate routine tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
We are working in partnership with a managed service provider based in Stoke-on-Trent to find an experienced 3rd Line Engineer with a strong background in IT support/systems, networks, and infrastructure technologies. You will play a crucial role in providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve complex issues escalated from lower support tiers. Responsibilities Conduct thorough root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes. Perform system administration tasks , including configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of servers, operating systems, databases, and other IT infrastructure components. Configure/manage network devices , such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of the network infrastructure. Monitor the performance, availability, and health of IT systems and services using monitoring tools and platforms, promptly responding to alerts, and proactively addressing potential issues. Coordinate and implement changes to IT systems and configurations following established change management processes and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation of IT systems, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides, and share knowledge with peers and lower support tiers. Oversee and execute the patch management process , ensuring that all systems, applications, and infrastructure components are regularly updated with the latest security patches and updates. Support the transition team in ensuring the smooth transition of services, from Delivery to Operational support. Develop/maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline IT operations. Automate system administration tasks, deployment processes, and monitoring/alerting mechanisms. Utilise scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or others for automation solutions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Cisco Certified Network Professional, CompTIA Server+) are highly desirable. Proven experience in a 3rd line support or similar role, with a strong background in IT support, systems administration, and network management in enterprise environments. Expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues across multiple IT domains, including servers, operating systems (Windows, Linux), networks, databases, and cloud services. Proficiency in system administration tasks , such as installation, configuration, and maintenance of server hardware, operating systems, virtualisation platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing/switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks. Experience with infrastructure monitoring and management tools , such as Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, or similar platforms, for performance monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Security Clearance You must have or be able to obtain SC clearance, with a view to obtaining DV clearance. Further information to follow at your request.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
We are working in partnership with a managed service provider based in Stoke-on-Trent to find an experienced 3rd Line Engineer with a strong background in IT support/systems, networks, and infrastructure technologies. You will play a crucial role in providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve complex issues escalated from lower support tiers. Responsibilities Conduct thorough root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes. Perform system administration tasks , including configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of servers, operating systems, databases, and other IT infrastructure components. Configure/manage network devices , such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of the network infrastructure. Monitor the performance, availability, and health of IT systems and services using monitoring tools and platforms, promptly responding to alerts, and proactively addressing potential issues. Coordinate and implement changes to IT systems and configurations following established change management processes and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation of IT systems, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides, and share knowledge with peers and lower support tiers. Oversee and execute the patch management process , ensuring that all systems, applications, and infrastructure components are regularly updated with the latest security patches and updates. Support the transition team in ensuring the smooth transition of services, from Delivery to Operational support. Develop/maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline IT operations. Automate system administration tasks, deployment processes, and monitoring/alerting mechanisms. Utilise scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or others for automation solutions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Cisco Certified Network Professional, CompTIA Server+) are highly desirable. Proven experience in a 3rd line support or similar role, with a strong background in IT support, systems administration, and network management in enterprise environments. Expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues across multiple IT domains, including servers, operating systems (Windows, Linux), networks, databases, and cloud services. Proficiency in system administration tasks , such as installation, configuration, and maintenance of server hardware, operating systems, virtualisation platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing/switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks. Experience with infrastructure monitoring and management tools , such as Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, or similar platforms, for performance monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Security Clearance You must have or be able to obtain SC clearance, with a view to obtaining DV clearance. Further information to follow at your request.
About us: Vocosa IT offers a wide range of services that include the installation and maintenance of IT, AV and CCTV solutions in a variety of settings including private business and education. Vocosa offers support across England and Wales and provides 1st, 2nd & 3rd frontline IT support for users across all systems. About the position: Vocosa has an exciting opportunity for an IT Technical Engineer who can evidence 1 year or more IT Technical support experience to help maintain, support and enhance the IT solutions we supply our customers. To be successful in this role you will need to provide high quality support to our users, ensure that our systems are properly administered, and develop existing infrastructure and processes. You should be able to work independently and be flexible to changing deadlines. Reliability and adaptability are vital for this dynamic role together with exceptional interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. This is a chance to broaden your existing experience within an organisation where individuals thrive on change and to work within an innovative and growing SME. The role is based in the Reading and Slough areas but travel once every one to two weeks to neighbouring counties will be required. Criteria for Candidates Self-motivated Resourcefulness Professional attitude and a strong work ethic Ability to work in fast moving environment Good time management and organisational skills Ability to think ahead and pre-empt problems and issues Value and deliver quality service Open and friendly communication style Skills and Experience Essential: Full UK Driving Licence A broad understanding of IT hardware, Windows and Mac OS Strong problem-solving skills Experience in O365 Experience in Google cloud for Education Highly Desirable: Experience in Group Policy Experience in Virtual Desktops / RDP connections Experience in TCP / IP Protocols Experience in Active Directory / monitoring systems Ability to lift and move heavy equipment such as servers / Desktops Implementation and documentation of good practice and processes ITIL Foundation ECS card (can be applied for after the candidate is appointed) Enhanced DBS and Security clearance checks will be carried out. Please do not apply if you will not receive a clean DBS certificate. Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:00-17:00
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
About us: Vocosa IT offers a wide range of services that include the installation and maintenance of IT, AV and CCTV solutions in a variety of settings including private business and education. Vocosa offers support across England and Wales and provides 1st, 2nd & 3rd frontline IT support for users across all systems. About the position: Vocosa has an exciting opportunity for an IT Technical Engineer who can evidence 1 year or more IT Technical support experience to help maintain, support and enhance the IT solutions we supply our customers. To be successful in this role you will need to provide high quality support to our users, ensure that our systems are properly administered, and develop existing infrastructure and processes. You should be able to work independently and be flexible to changing deadlines. Reliability and adaptability are vital for this dynamic role together with exceptional interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. This is a chance to broaden your existing experience within an organisation where individuals thrive on change and to work within an innovative and growing SME. The role is based in the Reading and Slough areas but travel once every one to two weeks to neighbouring counties will be required. Criteria for Candidates Self-motivated Resourcefulness Professional attitude and a strong work ethic Ability to work in fast moving environment Good time management and organisational skills Ability to think ahead and pre-empt problems and issues Value and deliver quality service Open and friendly communication style Skills and Experience Essential: Full UK Driving Licence A broad understanding of IT hardware, Windows and Mac OS Strong problem-solving skills Experience in O365 Experience in Google cloud for Education Highly Desirable: Experience in Group Policy Experience in Virtual Desktops / RDP connections Experience in TCP / IP Protocols Experience in Active Directory / monitoring systems Ability to lift and move heavy equipment such as servers / Desktops Implementation and documentation of good practice and processes ITIL Foundation ECS card (can be applied for after the candidate is appointed) Enhanced DBS and Security clearance checks will be carried out. Please do not apply if you will not receive a clean DBS certificate. Additional pay: Yearly bonus Benefits: Additional leave Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:00-17:00
About us: Vocosa offers a wide range of services that include the installation and maintenance of computer IT, Audio Visual (AV), CCTV and Access Control solutions in a variety of settings, including private business and education. Vocosa is based near High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, with clients based primarily in the south east. About the position: Vocosa has an exciting opportunity for an IT/AV/CCTV Installation Engineer to help deliver the AV, IT and CCTV solutions we supply our customers. This role is physical, often outdoors, involves early morning starts, and includes heavy lifting. To be successful in this role you will need to deliver and help with high quality installations to our Clients, ensuring attention to detail. You should be able to work independently, as well as in a team, and be flexible to changing deadlines. Reliability and adaptability are vital for this dynamic role together with exceptional interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. This is a chance to gain experience and to progress within an organisation where individuals thrive on change and to work within an innovative and growing SME. The role is an opportunity for a manual worker looking for a change in career direction or a school leaver. This is not a desk-based technical role. There is an opportunity to develop the role for the right candidate. Enhanced DBS and Security clearance checks will be carried out. Criteria for Candidates Right to work in the UK Self-motivated Resourceful Professional attitude and a strong work ethic Ability to work in a fast moving environment Good time-management and organisational skills Ability to think ahead and identify problems and issues Value and deliver quality service Open and friendly communication style Skills and Experience Full UK Driving Licence essential (company vehicles are provided for jobs) Own car essential for getting to base near High Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 each day for 7am, or to make own way to sites each day for 8am Previous IT/AV installation experience is desirable but not essential Strong problem-solving skills Ability to lift and move heavy equipment Will need to apply for an ECS card (Electrotechnical Certification Scheme)/CSCS card Additional pay: Performance bonus Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00 (Either meet at yard at 07:00 for shared lift or commute of own accord and meet at each site at 08:00 each day)
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
About us: Vocosa offers a wide range of services that include the installation and maintenance of computer IT, Audio Visual (AV), CCTV and Access Control solutions in a variety of settings, including private business and education. Vocosa is based near High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, with clients based primarily in the south east. About the position: Vocosa has an exciting opportunity for an IT/AV/CCTV Installation Engineer to help deliver the AV, IT and CCTV solutions we supply our customers. This role is physical, often outdoors, involves early morning starts, and includes heavy lifting. To be successful in this role you will need to deliver and help with high quality installations to our Clients, ensuring attention to detail. You should be able to work independently, as well as in a team, and be flexible to changing deadlines. Reliability and adaptability are vital for this dynamic role together with exceptional interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. This is a chance to gain experience and to progress within an organisation where individuals thrive on change and to work within an innovative and growing SME. The role is an opportunity for a manual worker looking for a change in career direction or a school leaver. This is not a desk-based technical role. There is an opportunity to develop the role for the right candidate. Enhanced DBS and Security clearance checks will be carried out. Criteria for Candidates Right to work in the UK Self-motivated Resourceful Professional attitude and a strong work ethic Ability to work in a fast moving environment Good time-management and organisational skills Ability to think ahead and identify problems and issues Value and deliver quality service Open and friendly communication style Skills and Experience Full UK Driving Licence essential (company vehicles are provided for jobs) Own car essential for getting to base near High Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 each day for 7am, or to make own way to sites each day for 8am Previous IT/AV installation experience is desirable but not essential Strong problem-solving skills Ability to lift and move heavy equipment Will need to apply for an ECS card (Electrotechnical Certification Scheme)/CSCS card Additional pay: Performance bonus Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00 (Either meet at yard at 07:00 for shared lift or commute of own accord and meet at each site at 08:00 each day)
We are working in partnership with a managed service provider based in Stoke-on-Trent to find an experienced 3rd Line Engineer with a strong background in IT support/systems, networks, and infrastructure technologies. You will play a crucial role in providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve complex issues escalated from lower support tiers. Responsibilities Conduct thorough root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes. Perform system administration tasks , including configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of servers, operating systems, databases, and other IT infrastructure components. Configure/manage network devices , such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of the network infrastructure. Monitor the performance, availability, and health of IT systems and services using monitoring tools and platforms, promptly responding to alerts, and proactively addressing potential issues. Coordinate and implement changes to IT systems and configurations following established change management processes and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation of IT systems, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides, and share knowledge with peers and lower support tiers. Oversee and execute the patch management process , ensuring that all systems, applications, and infrastructure components are regularly updated with the latest security patches and updates. Support the transition team in ensuring the smooth transition of services, from Delivery to Operational support. Develop/maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline IT operations. Automate system administration tasks, deployment processes, and monitoring/alerting mechanisms. Utilise scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or others for automation solutions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Cisco Certified Network Professional, CompTIA Server+) are highly desirable. Proven experience in a 3rd line support or similar role, with a strong background in IT support, systems administration, and network management in enterprise environments. Expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues across multiple IT domains, including servers, operating systems (Windows, Linux), networks, databases, and cloud services. Proficiency in system administration tasks , such as installation, configuration, and maintenance of server hardware, operating systems, virtualisation platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing/switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks. Experience with infrastructure monitoring and management tools , such as Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, or similar platforms, for performance monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Security Clearance You must have or be able to obtain SC clearance, with a view to obtaining DV clearance. Further information to follow at your request.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
We are working in partnership with a managed service provider based in Stoke-on-Trent to find an experienced 3rd Line Engineer with a strong background in IT support/systems, networks, and infrastructure technologies. You will play a crucial role in providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve complex issues escalated from lower support tiers. Responsibilities Conduct thorough root cause analysis to identify the underlying causes. Perform system administration tasks , including configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of servers, operating systems, databases, and other IT infrastructure components. Configure/manage network devices , such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of the network infrastructure. Monitor the performance, availability, and health of IT systems and services using monitoring tools and platforms, promptly responding to alerts, and proactively addressing potential issues. Coordinate and implement changes to IT systems and configurations following established change management processes and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation of IT systems, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides, and share knowledge with peers and lower support tiers. Oversee and execute the patch management process , ensuring that all systems, applications, and infrastructure components are regularly updated with the latest security patches and updates. Support the transition team in ensuring the smooth transition of services, from Delivery to Operational support. Develop/maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline IT operations. Automate system administration tasks, deployment processes, and monitoring/alerting mechanisms. Utilise scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or others for automation solutions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Cisco Certified Network Professional, CompTIA Server+) are highly desirable. Proven experience in a 3rd line support or similar role, with a strong background in IT support, systems administration, and network management in enterprise environments. Expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues across multiple IT domains, including servers, operating systems (Windows, Linux), networks, databases, and cloud services. Proficiency in system administration tasks , such as installation, configuration, and maintenance of server hardware, operating systems, virtualisation platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing/switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks. Experience with infrastructure monitoring and management tools , such as Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, or similar platforms, for performance monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Security Clearance You must have or be able to obtain SC clearance, with a view to obtaining DV clearance. Further information to follow at your request.
A well-established law firm is looking for an accomplished Infrastructure Engineer to join its sizeable IT team based in Leeds. This organisation embraces flexibility so the chosen candidate will be able to work remotely 4 days per week and will be expected to be in the Birmingham office 1 day per month.In order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure and VMware. In addition to this a working knowledge of Citrix, networking (switches) and SANs would be highly advantageous to your application. Your focus will be on optimizing and improving the reliability of on-prem mem and cloud solutions and play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including servers, storage, network, data and applications. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with a broad range of technologies you will provide a proactive support service, ensuring systems remain accessible, available and well managed. You will also act as an escalation point for support issues such as loss-of-service incidents, maintenance and problem investigations.This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Infrastructure Engineer to join a highly successful company that offers an attractive range of benefits and clearly defined career path.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
A well-established law firm is looking for an accomplished Infrastructure Engineer to join its sizeable IT team based in Leeds. This organisation embraces flexibility so the chosen candidate will be able to work remotely 4 days per week and will be expected to be in the Birmingham office 1 day per month.In order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure and VMware. In addition to this a working knowledge of Citrix, networking (switches) and SANs would be highly advantageous to your application. Your focus will be on optimizing and improving the reliability of on-prem mem and cloud solutions and play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including servers, storage, network, data and applications. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with a broad range of technologies you will provide a proactive support service, ensuring systems remain accessible, available and well managed. You will also act as an escalation point for support issues such as loss-of-service incidents, maintenance and problem investigations.This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Infrastructure Engineer to join a highly successful company that offers an attractive range of benefits and clearly defined career path.
A well-established law firm is looking for an accomplished Infrastructure Engineer to join its sizeable IT team based in Birmingham. This organisation embraces flexibility so the chosen candidate will be able to work remotely 4 days per week. In order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure and VMware. In addition to this a working knowledge of Citrix, networking (switches) and SANs would be highly advantageous to your application. Your focus will be on optimizing and improving the reliability of on-prem mem and cloud solutions and play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including servers, storage, network, data and applications. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with a broad range of technologies you will provide a proactive support service, ensuring systems remain accessible, available and well managed. You will also act as an escalation point for support issues such as loss-of-service incidents, maintenance and problem investigations.This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Infrastructure Engineer to join a highly successful company that offers an attractive range of benefits and clearly defined career path.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
A well-established law firm is looking for an accomplished Infrastructure Engineer to join its sizeable IT team based in Birmingham. This organisation embraces flexibility so the chosen candidate will be able to work remotely 4 days per week. In order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure and VMware. In addition to this a working knowledge of Citrix, networking (switches) and SANs would be highly advantageous to your application. Your focus will be on optimizing and improving the reliability of on-prem mem and cloud solutions and play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including servers, storage, network, data and applications. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with a broad range of technologies you will provide a proactive support service, ensuring systems remain accessible, available and well managed. You will also act as an escalation point for support issues such as loss-of-service incidents, maintenance and problem investigations.This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Infrastructure Engineer to join a highly successful company that offers an attractive range of benefits and clearly defined career path.
A well-established law firm is looking for an accomplished Infrastructure Engineer to join its sizeable IT team based in Birmingham. This organisation embraces flexibility so the chosen candidate will be able to work remotely 4 days per week. In order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure and VMware. In addition to this a working knowledge of Citrix, networking (Switches) and SANs would be highly advantageous to your application. Your focus will be on optimizing and improving the reliability of on-prem mem and cloud solutions and play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including Servers, storage, network, data and applications. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with a broad range of technologies you will provide a proactive support service, ensuring systems remain accessible, available and well managed. You will also act as an escalation point for support issues such as loss-of-service incidents, maintenance and problem investigations. This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Infrastructure Engineer to join a highly successful company that offers an attractive range of benefits and clearly defined career path.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
A well-established law firm is looking for an accomplished Infrastructure Engineer to join its sizeable IT team based in Birmingham. This organisation embraces flexibility so the chosen candidate will be able to work remotely 4 days per week. In order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure and VMware. In addition to this a working knowledge of Citrix, networking (Switches) and SANs would be highly advantageous to your application. Your focus will be on optimizing and improving the reliability of on-prem mem and cloud solutions and play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including Servers, storage, network, data and applications. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with a broad range of technologies you will provide a proactive support service, ensuring systems remain accessible, available and well managed. You will also act as an escalation point for support issues such as loss-of-service incidents, maintenance and problem investigations. This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven Infrastructure Engineer to join a highly successful company that offers an attractive range of benefits and clearly defined career path.
Desktop Support Engineer Position Title : Desktop Support Engineer Location : Biggin Hill Rate : £140 to 150 per day (inside IR35, umbrella contractors only) Hours : 07:00 to 15:00 Monday to Friday Duration : 4 weeks About the Role :We are seeking a skilled and motivated Desktop Support Engineer to join our clients IT team in Biggin Hill. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support and troubleshooting services to end users for hardware, software, and network-related issues. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities : Technical Support : Provide timely and effective technical support to end users via phone, email, or in-person for desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripheral devices. Troubleshooting : Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring minimal disruption to user productivity. Installation and Configuration : Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and hardware components. User Training : Educate users on best practices for utilising IT resources and provide training on new systems or software as needed. System Maintenance : Perform regular system updates, patches, and backups to ensure the security and reliability of IT infrastructure. Documentation : Maintain accurate records of support requests, resolutions, and system changes in the ticketing system. Inventory Management : Manage and track IT assets and inventory, including hardware and software licenses. Collaboration : Work closely with other IT team members to resolve complex issues and implement new technologies. Qualifications : Experience : 2+ years of experience in desktop support or a similar role. Technical Skills : Proficiency in Windows and macOS operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and common desktop applications. Familiarity with networking concepts and troubleshooting. Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently. Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach. Organisation : Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork : Collaborative attitude with the ability to work well in a team setting and independently. Preferred Skills : Experience with remote desktop support tools and software. Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and other enterprise-level IT management tools. Familiarity with ITIL practices and frameworks.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
Desktop Support Engineer Position Title : Desktop Support Engineer Location : Biggin Hill Rate : £140 to 150 per day (inside IR35, umbrella contractors only) Hours : 07:00 to 15:00 Monday to Friday Duration : 4 weeks About the Role :We are seeking a skilled and motivated Desktop Support Engineer to join our clients IT team in Biggin Hill. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support and troubleshooting services to end users for hardware, software, and network-related issues. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities : Technical Support : Provide timely and effective technical support to end users via phone, email, or in-person for desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripheral devices. Troubleshooting : Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring minimal disruption to user productivity. Installation and Configuration : Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and hardware components. User Training : Educate users on best practices for utilising IT resources and provide training on new systems or software as needed. System Maintenance : Perform regular system updates, patches, and backups to ensure the security and reliability of IT infrastructure. Documentation : Maintain accurate records of support requests, resolutions, and system changes in the ticketing system. Inventory Management : Manage and track IT assets and inventory, including hardware and software licenses. Collaboration : Work closely with other IT team members to resolve complex issues and implement new technologies. Qualifications : Experience : 2+ years of experience in desktop support or a similar role. Technical Skills : Proficiency in Windows and macOS operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and common desktop applications. Familiarity with networking concepts and troubleshooting. Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently. Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach. Organisation : Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork : Collaborative attitude with the ability to work well in a team setting and independently. Preferred Skills : Experience with remote desktop support tools and software. Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and other enterprise-level IT management tools. Familiarity with ITIL practices and frameworks.
We are currently recruiting for one of our trusted clients who are looking for a Cloud/Platform Engineer. This is your chance to join a leading IT consultancy, specialising in supporting the Defence and Aerospace sectors. Heavily embedded in supporting both the UK and US governments across designing and implementing next-generation solutions. What You Can Expect Location - London/ Bristol (Circa 2 days in the office per week) Salary - Up to £100,000 Industry - Defence Work Type - Permanent Key Responsibilities as a Cloud/Platform Engineer As a Cloud/Platform Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and maintenance of secure, scalable platforms that support mission-critical operations. Platform Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable, resilient, and secure platforms using industry-standard infrastructure and automation tools. Security & Compliance: Ensure the platform meets stringent security requirements and complies with governmental policies and regulations. Infrastructure Automation: Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet to automate provisioning and configuration. Cloud & On-Prem Environments: Manage and optimize cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) as well as on-premises solutions, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure platform integration with security, development, and operational requirements. Core experience, Qualifications, and Skills Current Enhanced DV Clearance is ESSENTIAL to be considered. Only apply if you hold current DV clearance. Platform Engineering Expertise Automation & Scripting: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell and experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet). Cloud & On-Prem Expertise: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and/or on-premises environments, with a strong understanding of networking, storage, and compute resources. DevOps Methodologies: In-depth knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD, version control (e.g., Git), and automated deployments. Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of security best practices, including network security, encryption, and vulnerability management. Monitoring & Performance: Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques to ensure platform reliability. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration tools. What's in it For You? Amazing company to work for! Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Flexible working arrangements. For further information on this Cloud/Platform Engineer role apply below We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying, you confirm you are happy to be added to the Addition mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.
Sep 11, 2024
Full time
We are currently recruiting for one of our trusted clients who are looking for a Cloud/Platform Engineer. This is your chance to join a leading IT consultancy, specialising in supporting the Defence and Aerospace sectors. Heavily embedded in supporting both the UK and US governments across designing and implementing next-generation solutions. What You Can Expect Location - London/ Bristol (Circa 2 days in the office per week) Salary - Up to £100,000 Industry - Defence Work Type - Permanent Key Responsibilities as a Cloud/Platform Engineer As a Cloud/Platform Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and maintenance of secure, scalable platforms that support mission-critical operations. Platform Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable, resilient, and secure platforms using industry-standard infrastructure and automation tools. Security & Compliance: Ensure the platform meets stringent security requirements and complies with governmental policies and regulations. Infrastructure Automation: Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet to automate provisioning and configuration. Cloud & On-Prem Environments: Manage and optimize cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) as well as on-premises solutions, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure platform integration with security, development, and operational requirements. Core experience, Qualifications, and Skills Current Enhanced DV Clearance is ESSENTIAL to be considered. Only apply if you hold current DV clearance. Platform Engineering Expertise Automation & Scripting: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell and experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet). Cloud & On-Prem Expertise: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and/or on-premises environments, with a strong understanding of networking, storage, and compute resources. DevOps Methodologies: In-depth knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD, version control (e.g., Git), and automated deployments. Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of security best practices, including network security, encryption, and vulnerability management. Monitoring & Performance: Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization techniques to ensure platform reliability. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration tools. What's in it For You? Amazing company to work for! Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Flexible working arrangements. For further information on this Cloud/Platform Engineer role apply below We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying, you confirm you are happy to be added to the Addition mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.
Desktop Support Engineer Position Title: Desktop Support Engineer Location: Biggin Hill Rate: £140 to 150 per day (inside IR35, umbrella contractors only) Hours: 07:00 to 15:00 Monday to Friday Duration: 4 weeks About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Desktop Support Engineer to join our clients IT team in Biggin Hill. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support and troubleshooting services to end users for hardware, software, and network-related issues. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities: Technical Support: Provide timely and effective technical support to end users via phone, email, or in-person for desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripheral devices. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring minimal disruption to user productivity. Installation and Configuration: Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and hardware components. User Training: Educate users on best practices for utilising IT resources and provide training on new systems or software as needed. System Maintenance: Perform regular system updates, patches, and backups to ensure the security and reliability of IT infrastructure. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of support requests, resolutions, and system changes in the ticketing system. Inventory Management: Manage and track IT assets and inventory, including hardware and software licenses. Collaboration: Work closely with other IT team members to resolve complex issues and implement new technologies. Qualifications: Experience: 2+ years of experience in desktop support or a similar role. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Windows and macOS operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and common desktop applications. Familiarity with networking concepts and troubleshooting. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach. Organisation: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork: Collaborative attitude with the ability to work well in a team setting and independently. Preferred Skills: Experience with remote desktop support tools and software. Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and other enterprise-level IT management tools. Familiarity with ITIL practices and frameworks.
Sep 10, 2024
Contractor
Desktop Support Engineer Position Title: Desktop Support Engineer Location: Biggin Hill Rate: £140 to 150 per day (inside IR35, umbrella contractors only) Hours: 07:00 to 15:00 Monday to Friday Duration: 4 weeks About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Desktop Support Engineer to join our clients IT team in Biggin Hill. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support and troubleshooting services to end users for hardware, software, and network-related issues. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities: Technical Support: Provide timely and effective technical support to end users via phone, email, or in-person for desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripheral devices. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring minimal disruption to user productivity. Installation and Configuration: Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and hardware components. User Training: Educate users on best practices for utilising IT resources and provide training on new systems or software as needed. System Maintenance: Perform regular system updates, patches, and backups to ensure the security and reliability of IT infrastructure. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of support requests, resolutions, and system changes in the ticketing system. Inventory Management: Manage and track IT assets and inventory, including hardware and software licenses. Collaboration: Work closely with other IT team members to resolve complex issues and implement new technologies. Qualifications: Experience: 2+ years of experience in desktop support or a similar role. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Windows and macOS operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and common desktop applications. Familiarity with networking concepts and troubleshooting. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach. Organisation: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork: Collaborative attitude with the ability to work well in a team setting and independently. Preferred Skills: Experience with remote desktop support tools and software. Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and other enterprise-level IT management tools. Familiarity with ITIL practices and frameworks.
