The Lead Tester will sit within the Kuro Health Product Team and lead functional testing and test co-ordination as the Group moves forward with a number of new IT platform implementations and enhancements.
You will be responsible for ensuring that new developments are thoroughly and meticulously tested, with issues identified and passed back to the developers for further work as well establishing test processes and practices.
With experience of planning and executing test cycles in an agile delivery environment, this role would suit someone with testing experience as part of a test team, wanting to take a first step into a test lead role.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
Works closely with the product owners to determine the scope of testing for each release based on the requirements.
Constructs well structured test plans and test cases, confirms and manages own time against effort estimates.
Agrees testing metrics and success criteria with the product team. Ensures quality criteria are met prior to sign-off for release.
Executes testing against test plans.
Works with product and development resources to ensure that any defects are appropriately recorded and prioritised.
Identifies any risks and issues relating to testing and escalates appropriately.
Tracks progress and QA metrics, communicates the status of testing clearly ensuring all interested parties receive regular updates.
Creates standard test collateral for re-use as required such as test plans, test and defect reports.
Provides knowledge of testing best practice throughout the development lifecycle.
Supports UAT of changes and releases within the business units, including collating and prioritising defects, managing retests and reporting on test progress.
Proactively identifies areas for improvement in testing, establishing and presenting recommendations to the Product Manager.
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration within the scrum environment.
Key Relationships
Develops strong relationships with Product, Development and operational delivery teams to ensure that testing can be executed effectively.
Person Specification
Experience - Essential
Functional testing experience in an agile delivery environment and knowledge of software testing.
Experience of creating and maintaining test plans.
Experience of working with 3rd party suppliers.
Experience of working in a cross-functional environment with product owners, business analysts, developers, business testers and operational stakeholders.
Education and qualifications - Desirable
ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Excellent test planning and co-ordination skills
Understanding of testing best practices
Clear communicator
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Case management and workflow systems
API testing
Behaviour - Essential
Self-motivated and proactive. High levels of commitment and enthusiasm
Happy to get hands dirty where required!
Collaborative style with the ability to influence others
Positive professional attitude to getting things done
Innovative, constantly looking for new opportunities and solutions
Works well as part of a team
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
Sep 18, 2023
Full time
The Lead Tester will sit within the Kuro Health Product Team and lead functional testing and test co-ordination as the Group moves forward with a number of new IT platform implementations and enhancements.
You will be responsible for ensuring that new developments are thoroughly and meticulously tested, with issues identified and passed back to the developers for further work as well establishing test processes and practices.
With experience of planning and executing test cycles in an agile delivery environment, this role would suit someone with testing experience as part of a test team, wanting to take a first step into a test lead role.
A full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Remote working, but occasional requirement to attend a site office.
Key accountabilities & responsibilities
Works closely with the product owners to determine the scope of testing for each release based on the requirements.
Constructs well structured test plans and test cases, confirms and manages own time against effort estimates.
Agrees testing metrics and success criteria with the product team. Ensures quality criteria are met prior to sign-off for release.
Executes testing against test plans.
Works with product and development resources to ensure that any defects are appropriately recorded and prioritised.
Identifies any risks and issues relating to testing and escalates appropriately.
Tracks progress and QA metrics, communicates the status of testing clearly ensuring all interested parties receive regular updates.
Creates standard test collateral for re-use as required such as test plans, test and defect reports.
Provides knowledge of testing best practice throughout the development lifecycle.
Supports UAT of changes and releases within the business units, including collating and prioritising defects, managing retests and reporting on test progress.
Proactively identifies areas for improvement in testing, establishing and presenting recommendations to the Product Manager.
Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration within the scrum environment.
Key Relationships
Develops strong relationships with Product, Development and operational delivery teams to ensure that testing can be executed effectively.
Person Specification
Experience - Essential
Functional testing experience in an agile delivery environment and knowledge of software testing.
Experience of creating and maintaining test plans.
Experience of working with 3rd party suppliers.
Experience of working in a cross-functional environment with product owners, business analysts, developers, business testers and operational stakeholders.
Education and qualifications - Desirable
ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Excellent test planning and co-ordination skills
Understanding of testing best practices
Clear communicator
Skills and knowledge - Essential
Case management and workflow systems
API testing
Behaviour - Essential
Self-motivated and proactive. High levels of commitment and enthusiasm
Happy to get hands dirty where required!
Collaborative style with the ability to influence others
Positive professional attitude to getting things done
Innovative, constantly looking for new opportunities and solutions
Works well as part of a team
Role conditional on passing employee vetting process which includes a 5 year employment reference check, 3 year financial probity and basic criminal disclosure check.
We offer an unrivalled benefits package including flexible working arrangements, enhanced maternity & paternity, medical cash plan, company sick pay, 5% matched pension, up to 27 days paid holiday (subject to length of service increments) plus bank holidays on top and option to top up by 5 days per year through our flexible leave scheme.
Kuro Health actively promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates with the right mix of talent, skills and potential.
Our client is looking for an IT support analyst to join their small London based team.
This is a full-time permanent role that is predominantly based in the London office in the West End. It is a varied role that spreads across all Level 1 and Level 2 support and extends into Level 3 support for some systems.
The role involves:
IT systems administration and maintenance
Troubleshooting IT problems
IT security investigations
Data Backups
Generation of regular IT system performance and activity reports
Device management and operating system rebuilds
IT Change management
Documentation
Training of staff in the use of IT systems
General IT support and advice/sounding board for management
Desired competencies for candidates are:
- A very high level of discipline and trustworthiness - Tertiary qualification in IT systems administration and/or networking - Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in previous IT roles - Strong analytical skills. Driven by process and identifying opportunities for process improvement - Strong interpersonal skills and an excellent standard of both written and spoken English - A deep understanding of cyber security issues - Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory environment. Detailed knowledge of Windows 10 administration - Experience installing operating systems on laptops/desktops - A detailed understanding of TCP/IP networking. Familiarity with Cisco networking to CCNA level or higher - Proficient use of Excel, Word - SQL, HTML or C# (.Net) skills are an advantage - Familiarity with Cisco security products such as Stealthwatch, ESA, WSA, ISE is an advantage - Familiarity with collaboration software such as Microsoft SharePoint, Cisco Unified Communications Manager or Cisco Meeting Server is an advantage - Familiarity with mobile device management is an advantage - Ability to work flexible hours
Mar 27, 2023
Full time
Our client is looking for an IT support analyst to join their small London based team.
This is a full-time permanent role that is predominantly based in the London office in the West End. It is a varied role that spreads across all Level 1 and Level 2 support and extends into Level 3 support for some systems.
The role involves:
IT systems administration and maintenance
Troubleshooting IT problems
IT security investigations
Data Backups
Generation of regular IT system performance and activity reports
Device management and operating system rebuilds
IT Change management
Documentation
Training of staff in the use of IT systems
General IT support and advice/sounding board for management
Desired competencies for candidates are:
- A very high level of discipline and trustworthiness - Tertiary qualification in IT systems administration and/or networking - Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in previous IT roles - Strong analytical skills. Driven by process and identifying opportunities for process improvement - Strong interpersonal skills and an excellent standard of both written and spoken English - A deep understanding of cyber security issues - Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory environment. Detailed knowledge of Windows 10 administration - Experience installing operating systems on laptops/desktops - A detailed understanding of TCP/IP networking. Familiarity with Cisco networking to CCNA level or higher - Proficient use of Excel, Word - SQL, HTML or C# (.Net) skills are an advantage - Familiarity with Cisco security products such as Stealthwatch, ESA, WSA, ISE is an advantage - Familiarity with collaboration software such as Microsoft SharePoint, Cisco Unified Communications Manager or Cisco Meeting Server is an advantage - Familiarity with mobile device management is an advantage - Ability to work flexible hours
Senior Application Development Specialist – Flood
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £47,408 - £52,359 (Grade 8)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: You will need to work as part of a flexible shift pattern to cover service hours of 8am to 6pm. There are also requirements for weekend working when required to meet the business needs. Also, you will need to work on a time specific rota providing an ‘Out of Hours’ ICT Service to an agreed level.
Post numbers: 203403
Job Description
Working as part of the Flood Warning and Informing service, provide a high level of technical expertise in ICT development, delivering code to standards for internal and external systems, in conjunction with other team members and third party (technical partner) developers.
Will assist in setting the future direction for NRW and the National Flood Service approach to the agile development of in-house applications in line with our rolling 18-month technology roadmap.
The role will operate primarily at tactical and operational levels, with some strategic components relating to the need to constantly review and assess the future development needs of National Flood Service cloud-based services in supporting delivery of NRWs digital strategy
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Degree or equivalent in a technical ICT discipline plus a proven track record of working in a development team.
Ability to deliver and manage agile Web development projects.
Experience of working within a Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations on the resilience and supportability of solutions.
Experience of working in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
Knowledge of Rest APIs, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MVC, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL.
Understanding of the latest Azure offerings including API Manager, Azure Functions, Azure LogicApps and Azure Insights.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Senior Application Development Specialist – Flood
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £47,408 - £52,359 (Grade 8)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: You will need to work as part of a flexible shift pattern to cover service hours of 8am to 6pm. There are also requirements for weekend working when required to meet the business needs. Also, you will need to work on a time specific rota providing an ‘Out of Hours’ ICT Service to an agreed level.
Post numbers: 203403
Job Description
Working as part of the Flood Warning and Informing service, provide a high level of technical expertise in ICT development, delivering code to standards for internal and external systems, in conjunction with other team members and third party (technical partner) developers.
Will assist in setting the future direction for NRW and the National Flood Service approach to the agile development of in-house applications in line with our rolling 18-month technology roadmap.
The role will operate primarily at tactical and operational levels, with some strategic components relating to the need to constantly review and assess the future development needs of National Flood Service cloud-based services in supporting delivery of NRWs digital strategy
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Degree or equivalent in a technical ICT discipline plus a proven track record of working in a development team.
Ability to deliver and manage agile Web development projects.
Experience of working within a Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations on the resilience and supportability of solutions.
Experience of working in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
Knowledge of Rest APIs, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MVC, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL.
Understanding of the latest Azure offerings including API Manager, Azure Functions, Azure LogicApps and Azure Insights.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Lead Specialist Advisor, Application Development, Flood
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: You will need to work as part of a flexible shift pattern to cover service hours of 8am to 6pm. There are also requirements for weekend working when required to meet the business needs. Also, you will need to work on a time specific rota providing an ‘Out of Hours’ ICT Service to an agreed level.
Post numbers: 203404
Job Description
Working as part of the Flood Warning and Informing service, provide a high level of technical expertise in ICT development, delivering code to standards for internal and external systems, in conjunction with other team members and third party (technical partner) developers.
Will assist in setting the future direction for NRW and the National Flood Service approach to the agile development of in-house applications in line with our rolling 18-month technology roadmap.
The role will operate primarily at tactical and operational levels, with some strategic components relating to the need to constantly review and assess the future development needs of National Flood Service cloud-based services in supporting delivery of NRWs digital strategy
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Degree or equivalent in a technical ICT discipline plus a proven track record of working in a development team.
Ability to deliver and manage agile Web development projects.
Experience of working within a Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations on the resilience and supportability of solutions.
Experience of working in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
Knowledge of Rest APIs, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MVC, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL.
Understanding of the latest Azure offerings including API Manager, Azure Functions, Azure LogicApps and Azure Insights.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Lead Specialist Advisor, Application Development, Flood
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: You will need to work as part of a flexible shift pattern to cover service hours of 8am to 6pm. There are also requirements for weekend working when required to meet the business needs. Also, you will need to work on a time specific rota providing an ‘Out of Hours’ ICT Service to an agreed level.
Post numbers: 203404
Job Description
Working as part of the Flood Warning and Informing service, provide a high level of technical expertise in ICT development, delivering code to standards for internal and external systems, in conjunction with other team members and third party (technical partner) developers.
Will assist in setting the future direction for NRW and the National Flood Service approach to the agile development of in-house applications in line with our rolling 18-month technology roadmap.
The role will operate primarily at tactical and operational levels, with some strategic components relating to the need to constantly review and assess the future development needs of National Flood Service cloud-based services in supporting delivery of NRWs digital strategy
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Degree or equivalent in a technical ICT discipline plus a proven track record of working in a development team.
Ability to deliver and manage agile Web development projects.
Experience of working within a Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations on the resilience and supportability of solutions.
Experience of working in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
Knowledge of Rest APIs, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MVC, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL.
Understanding of the latest Azure offerings including API Manager, Azure Functions, Azure LogicApps and Azure Insights.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Senior Cloud Support Engineer x 2
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £37,308 - £40,806 (Grade 6)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: You will need to work as part of a flexible shift pattern to cover service hours of 8am to 6pm. There are also requirements for weekend working when required to meet the business needs. Also, you will need to work on a time specific rota providing an ‘Out of Hours’ ICT Service to an agreed level.
Post numbers: 203405, 203406
Job Description
Working with the Flood Warning and Informing service as part of an ICT Platform Team the role is expected to provide technical support of all live National Flood Service applications and cloud platforms within an ITIL framework and defined product and platform team operating model, to deliver an outstanding customer focused Agile service.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Extensive knowledge and experience of supporting and administering Office 365/SharePoint Online/Dynamics 365/ Web Applications/COTS packages
Proven experience of working within a Public Cloud environment.
Experience of supporting and maintaining Rest APIs.
Experience of working with Azure DevOps and Visual Studio
Proven experience of supporting and developing platforms and/or applications with the following technologies; Azure PaaS, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MS SQL and Power Shell.
Knowledge of ITIL Service Management – specifically Incident and Problem Management and Project Management skills to define, plan and control work streams within your remit.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Senior Cloud Support Engineer x 2
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Flexible
Salary: £37,308 - £40,806 (Grade 6)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: You will need to work as part of a flexible shift pattern to cover service hours of 8am to 6pm. There are also requirements for weekend working when required to meet the business needs. Also, you will need to work on a time specific rota providing an ‘Out of Hours’ ICT Service to an agreed level.
Post numbers: 203405, 203406
Job Description
Working with the Flood Warning and Informing service as part of an ICT Platform Team the role is expected to provide technical support of all live National Flood Service applications and cloud platforms within an ITIL framework and defined product and platform team operating model, to deliver an outstanding customer focused Agile service.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Extensive knowledge and experience of supporting and administering Office 365/SharePoint Online/Dynamics 365/ Web Applications/COTS packages
Proven experience of working within a Public Cloud environment.
Experience of supporting and maintaining Rest APIs.
Experience of working with Azure DevOps and Visual Studio
Proven experience of supporting and developing platforms and/or applications with the following technologies; Azure PaaS, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MS SQL and Power Shell.
Knowledge of ITIL Service Management – specifically Incident and Problem Management and Project Management skills to define, plan and control work streams within your remit.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Web Developer
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Bangor or Cardiff
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203437, 203434
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced web developer to join a new team that will be responsible for developing and managing the Natural Resources Wales website and publishing platforms.
This is a chance to use your skills and experience in a role that will make a real difference in supporting Wales’ ambitions to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. From making sure businesses comply with environmental regulations and protect the Welsh environment to helping householders understand their flood risk. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access evidence needed to base their decisions. And many more services in-between!
Find out more about our vision for better digital services for Natural Resources Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Technical knowledge and understanding gained from career experience relevant to the role, or degree in relevant area.
Experience developing digital products that comply with accessibility standards
Experience of working in a multidisciplinary agile web team.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience of establishing and maintaining strong networks across teams.
Experience of working within a Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations on the resilience and supportability of solutions.
Experience of working in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
Experience of working with, and developing a Content Management System (CMS).
Experience of working with Umbraco (desirable)
Knowledge of Rest APIs, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MVC, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL.
Understanding of the latest Azure offerings including API Manager, Azure Functions, Azure LogicApps and Azure Insights.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Web Developer
Closing date: 29 January 2023
Location: Bangor or Cardiff
Salary: £41,150 - £46,147 (Grade 7)
Contract type : Permanent
Work pattern: 37 hours, Monday - Friday
Post number: 203437, 203434
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced web developer to join a new team that will be responsible for developing and managing the Natural Resources Wales website and publishing platforms.
This is a chance to use your skills and experience in a role that will make a real difference in supporting Wales’ ambitions to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
Over a million people access information and services on the Natural Resources Wales website every year. From making sure businesses comply with environmental regulations and protect the Welsh environment to helping householders understand their flood risk. It’s also an important platform for other public bodies and used by policy makers to access evidence needed to base their decisions. And many more services in-between!
Find out more about our vision for better digital services for Natural Resources Wales in our Digital Strategy.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:
Technical knowledge and understanding gained from career experience relevant to the role, or degree in relevant area.
Experience developing digital products that comply with accessibility standards
Experience of working in a multidisciplinary agile web team.
Strong interpersonal skills, including experience of establishing and maintaining strong networks across teams.
Experience of working within a Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations on the resilience and supportability of solutions.
Experience of working in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
Experience of working with, and developing a Content Management System (CMS).
Experience of working with Umbraco (desirable)
Knowledge of Rest APIs, HTML 5, CSS, C#, MVC, JavaScript, and Microsoft SQL.
Understanding of the latest Azure offerings including API Manager, Azure Functions, Azure LogicApps and Azure Insights.
This role will offer a range of benefits, including:
Agile and flexible working
Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 26.6% to 30.3%
28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days
Generous leave entitlements for all your life needs
Health and wellbeing benefits and support
Weekly well-being hour to use as you choose
For more information, please visit our website.
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
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We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Aug 19, 2022
Full time
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
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We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Full Stack Software Developer – East Midlands Pay Rate to Umbrella: Up to £550 per day Security Clearance: DBS CV Deadline: Monday 25th at 13:00 Interview Process: 1 stage teams Headcount: 1 Digital/Non Digital: Digital Contracting Authority: NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit Contract Length: 6 months Location: remote IR35: Inside Minimum Requirement: Arden & GEM CSU is searching for a talented individual to support our Systems and Reporting Team. The applicant will have at least 3 years experience developing .NET based web systems and should be familiar with working in the Azure Cloud. Significant experience in the following; .NET Web Development Automated deployment (CI/CD) Microsoft SQL Server Azure Cloud based Technologies Build web based customer facing systems Debugging complex problems Design and implement a web based system from the ground up 1. Excellent programming skills in .Net using C#, MVC, Entity Framework, Web API. Visual Studio IDE. Web Hosting / IIS. OAuth 2.0 /OpenID Connect. 2. .NET Core Web Development - C# 3. Bootstrap Responsive Web Design, HTML 5, CSS, JavaScript, Angular Framework 4. Microsoft Azure Cloud 5. Azure Dev Ops (CI/CD) 6. OAuth 2.0 / OIDC 7. Understanding of OOP design and modelling techniques. 8. Microsoft SQL Server 9. XUnit Testing Framewaork 10. AGILE working practices 11. Good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide detailed and technical advice to both specialists and non-technical staff and customers. 12. Excellent written, presentation and verbal skills. Degree in Computing Science or equivalent knowledge and experience gained through working at a similar level in specialist area Designs, runs and improves software that meets user needs. Responsible for writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach; create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Lead development on one or a small number of related project teams. Be proficient in a wide range of technical systems; be involved in identifying appropriate technology and approaches, deciding when software should be written; contribute to the developer community; provide technical leadership; promote knowledge sharing and adoption of good practice. Typical Skills: Manage the service components to ensure they meet business needs and performance targets. Identify process optimisation opportunities. Designing solutions and services with security controls embedded, specifically engineered as mitigation against security threats. Demonstrate strong understanding and application of the most appropriate modern standards. Advise on the right way to apply standards and methods, ensuring compliance. Maintain technical responsibility for all the stages and iterations of a software development project. Know a variety of methods of prototyping and can choose the most appropriate ones. Review the systems designs of others to ensure selection of appropriate technology. Coordinate build activities across systems and understand how to undertake and support integration-testing activities. Know how to prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so. You can offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to be used.
Apr 22, 2022
Contractor
Full Stack Software Developer – East Midlands Pay Rate to Umbrella: Up to £550 per day Security Clearance: DBS CV Deadline: Monday 25th at 13:00 Interview Process: 1 stage teams Headcount: 1 Digital/Non Digital: Digital Contracting Authority: NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit Contract Length: 6 months Location: remote IR35: Inside Minimum Requirement: Arden & GEM CSU is searching for a talented individual to support our Systems and Reporting Team. The applicant will have at least 3 years experience developing .NET based web systems and should be familiar with working in the Azure Cloud. Significant experience in the following; .NET Web Development Automated deployment (CI/CD) Microsoft SQL Server Azure Cloud based Technologies Build web based customer facing systems Debugging complex problems Design and implement a web based system from the ground up 1. Excellent programming skills in .Net using C#, MVC, Entity Framework, Web API. Visual Studio IDE. Web Hosting / IIS. OAuth 2.0 /OpenID Connect. 2. .NET Core Web Development - C# 3. Bootstrap Responsive Web Design, HTML 5, CSS, JavaScript, Angular Framework 4. Microsoft Azure Cloud 5. Azure Dev Ops (CI/CD) 6. OAuth 2.0 / OIDC 7. Understanding of OOP design and modelling techniques. 8. Microsoft SQL Server 9. XUnit Testing Framewaork 10. AGILE working practices 11. Good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide detailed and technical advice to both specialists and non-technical staff and customers. 12. Excellent written, presentation and verbal skills. Degree in Computing Science or equivalent knowledge and experience gained through working at a similar level in specialist area Designs, runs and improves software that meets user needs. Responsible for writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach; create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Lead development on one or a small number of related project teams. Be proficient in a wide range of technical systems; be involved in identifying appropriate technology and approaches, deciding when software should be written; contribute to the developer community; provide technical leadership; promote knowledge sharing and adoption of good practice. Typical Skills: Manage the service components to ensure they meet business needs and performance targets. Identify process optimisation opportunities. Designing solutions and services with security controls embedded, specifically engineered as mitigation against security threats. Demonstrate strong understanding and application of the most appropriate modern standards. Advise on the right way to apply standards and methods, ensuring compliance. Maintain technical responsibility for all the stages and iterations of a software development project. Know a variety of methods of prototyping and can choose the most appropriate ones. Review the systems designs of others to ensure selection of appropriate technology. Coordinate build activities across systems and understand how to undertake and support integration-testing activities. Know how to prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so. You can offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to be used.
A Senior position within Future PLC’s Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) team means becoming accountable for the long term success of many elements of the SRE team platform. The role requires a strong technical background alongside a passion for exploration and new opportunities. A Senior SRE is not expected to provide any formal coaching, or leadership to others, but would be expected to support mentoring and be a positive influence for the growth of our team and our department.
As a Senior SRE you will also be responsible for providing technical oversight for Futures delivery infrastructure and the success of teams that rely on that infrastructure.
You will bring strong leadership skills applied in a technical context with a team of engineers. You will help steer your team towards a common technical vision. You’ll help analyze the current system, it’s strengths and limitations. You will participate in roadmap and project planning efforts and will have ownership for delivering it.
You’ll be participating in project management efforts as the teams execute on plans, and you’ll have a role in communicating progress and status to stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Lead by example - Provide technical leadership for several functional areas in the SRE team like monitoring, logging, security, and more.
Take ownership for SRE projects and drive them forward
Support SRE Leads in accountability for meeting Futures SLAs and SLOs
Collaborate closely with development and project team mates to deliver on our shared goals
Implement, evolve and maintain runbooks, automation and documentation to improve working practices and system operation
Attend events, conferences and workshops to maintain awareness of industry trends and support their adoption within the organisation
Design, build and operate highly resilient, performant and observable infrastructure that serves the changing business objectives
Collaborate with third-party suppliers and customers where required to support business requirements
Translate high level technical guidance into actionable direction for the teams and initiatives
Respond to out of hours incidents as part of a shared rotation
Identify and drive cost-optimisation.
Responsibilities:
Previous experience providing technical direction for a team of engineers
Experience in directing long term projects and collaborating with teammates on its delivery
Experience developing and reviewing complex technical requirements, and translating them into actionable tasks for engineers
Good understanding of the full SDLC process
Proficient with Infrastructure as Code tools for managing Azure resources (Terraform and ARM templates)
Experience with Deployment techniques (Blue/Green, Canary etc)
Is opinionated on what good looks like for delivering both software and infrastructure via CI/CD pipeline best practices
Expert knowledge on AzureDevOps pipelines
Observability at scale with tools such as Azure Monitor, Application Insights and Log Analytics
Good understanding of Landing Zone architectural patterns (ideally Azure Cloud Adoption Framework)
Understanding of immutable infrastructure
Performance and Cost Optimisation from architectural and engineering perspective.
Good Understanding of IAAS and PAAS Azure services
Proficient with Configuration Management tools such as Ansible
Proficient with development languages such as C# or Javascript
Nov 09, 2021
Full time
A Senior position within Future PLC’s Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) team means becoming accountable for the long term success of many elements of the SRE team platform. The role requires a strong technical background alongside a passion for exploration and new opportunities. A Senior SRE is not expected to provide any formal coaching, or leadership to others, but would be expected to support mentoring and be a positive influence for the growth of our team and our department.
As a Senior SRE you will also be responsible for providing technical oversight for Futures delivery infrastructure and the success of teams that rely on that infrastructure.
You will bring strong leadership skills applied in a technical context with a team of engineers. You will help steer your team towards a common technical vision. You’ll help analyze the current system, it’s strengths and limitations. You will participate in roadmap and project planning efforts and will have ownership for delivering it.
You’ll be participating in project management efforts as the teams execute on plans, and you’ll have a role in communicating progress and status to stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Lead by example - Provide technical leadership for several functional areas in the SRE team like monitoring, logging, security, and more.
Take ownership for SRE projects and drive them forward
Support SRE Leads in accountability for meeting Futures SLAs and SLOs
Collaborate closely with development and project team mates to deliver on our shared goals
Implement, evolve and maintain runbooks, automation and documentation to improve working practices and system operation
Attend events, conferences and workshops to maintain awareness of industry trends and support their adoption within the organisation
Design, build and operate highly resilient, performant and observable infrastructure that serves the changing business objectives
Collaborate with third-party suppliers and customers where required to support business requirements
Translate high level technical guidance into actionable direction for the teams and initiatives
Respond to out of hours incidents as part of a shared rotation
Identify and drive cost-optimisation.
Responsibilities:
Previous experience providing technical direction for a team of engineers
Experience in directing long term projects and collaborating with teammates on its delivery
Experience developing and reviewing complex technical requirements, and translating them into actionable tasks for engineers
Good understanding of the full SDLC process
Proficient with Infrastructure as Code tools for managing Azure resources (Terraform and ARM templates)
Experience with Deployment techniques (Blue/Green, Canary etc)
Is opinionated on what good looks like for delivering both software and infrastructure via CI/CD pipeline best practices
Expert knowledge on AzureDevOps pipelines
Observability at scale with tools such as Azure Monitor, Application Insights and Log Analytics
Good understanding of Landing Zone architectural patterns (ideally Azure Cloud Adoption Framework)
Understanding of immutable infrastructure
Performance and Cost Optimisation from architectural and engineering perspective.
Good Understanding of IAAS and PAAS Azure services
Proficient with Configuration Management tools such as Ansible
Proficient with development languages such as C# or Javascript
Reporting to the Business Support Manager - Business Intelligence, the Business Intelligence – Business Analyst will work closely with both technical and business teams across the company to understand, document and deliver data requirements associated with significant business problems and opportunities. This exciting new opportunity is in a fast-paced dynamic environment working on High Profile Data Projects , to identify and understand significant business improvements and opportunities to ensure Data is at the forefront of decision making process.
As a Business Analyst in Business Intelligence at Jet2.com & Jet2holidays , you will be a key part of the team to ensure successful delivery of initiatives and projects meet the overall needs of the end user. Jet2 Business Analysts are passionate about delivering the best for our customers. We are proactive and work as One Team to achieve results.
You will be expected to drive data initiatives from inception to the point of go live. Our Business Analysts in Business Intelligence are experts in data transformation projects and advocates for best practice data management across our organisation. We will expect you to facilitate stakeholder/technical workshops, displaying skill in interviewing, effective questioning and have be able to challenge requirements. You will work alongside a team of Data Developers and Testers to build products that meet the requirements and acceptance criteria you have defined and documented. Jet2 practises Agile d elivery methodologies. You will be expected to lead the introduction of Epics, Feature and Stories to the delivery teams through session such as ‘ 3 Amigos ’ and Estimation Sessions. You will utilise your toolkit of analysis techniques to best represent the business needs and requirements, to collaborate with the delivery team to create a solution that is suitable for the desired use case, overall vision and requirements.
Any of the above outputs should be shared with the Product Owner and you should support them with effective prioritisation of the backlog, perhaps providing recommendations based on your understanding. During your analysis, you should work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to help them understand the requirements and any potential technical limitations that may impact the solution.
You will support delivery planning by having all analysis ready, well defined and pointed. You should support delivery of the stories throughout the delivery cycle. Most importantly, our Business Analysts don’t just stop at the capture of requirements, we collaborate within our development teams to take ideas from concept through to a solution. Understanding any areas of risk, dependencies, compliance and impacts. You will be expected to support the definition of test complete and aid demonstrations and User Acceptance Testing session of new data products and solutions. Working together with your team will be key to your personal success and key to project delivery. You will be required to work closely with Product Owners , Product Managers , Technical Specialists and other Business Analysts . Ultimately, we operate as a team, supporting one another to get the job done.
The successful candidate will have a minimum experience of 2 years working as a Business Analyst with both Waterfall and Agile methodologies and of in-house software development ideally within a Data Background . You will be personable, proactive and confident in your approach and have strong stakeholder management skills, being a confident communicator. You must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment , managing competing workloads and capable of effectively prioritising to meet deadlines.
In return, we offer an excellent salary and benefits package with fantastic opportunities for progression in a growing business. This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting forward-thinking business. We operate scheduled leisure flights to holiday destinations in the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands and to European Leisure Cities from our 10 UK bases. Help us to send our all-important customers on holiday with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays !!
Mar 06, 2021
Full time
Reporting to the Business Support Manager - Business Intelligence, the Business Intelligence – Business Analyst will work closely with both technical and business teams across the company to understand, document and deliver data requirements associated with significant business problems and opportunities. This exciting new opportunity is in a fast-paced dynamic environment working on High Profile Data Projects , to identify and understand significant business improvements and opportunities to ensure Data is at the forefront of decision making process.
As a Business Analyst in Business Intelligence at Jet2.com & Jet2holidays , you will be a key part of the team to ensure successful delivery of initiatives and projects meet the overall needs of the end user. Jet2 Business Analysts are passionate about delivering the best for our customers. We are proactive and work as One Team to achieve results.
You will be expected to drive data initiatives from inception to the point of go live. Our Business Analysts in Business Intelligence are experts in data transformation projects and advocates for best practice data management across our organisation. We will expect you to facilitate stakeholder/technical workshops, displaying skill in interviewing, effective questioning and have be able to challenge requirements. You will work alongside a team of Data Developers and Testers to build products that meet the requirements and acceptance criteria you have defined and documented. Jet2 practises Agile d elivery methodologies. You will be expected to lead the introduction of Epics, Feature and Stories to the delivery teams through session such as ‘ 3 Amigos ’ and Estimation Sessions. You will utilise your toolkit of analysis techniques to best represent the business needs and requirements, to collaborate with the delivery team to create a solution that is suitable for the desired use case, overall vision and requirements.
Any of the above outputs should be shared with the Product Owner and you should support them with effective prioritisation of the backlog, perhaps providing recommendations based on your understanding. During your analysis, you should work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to help them understand the requirements and any potential technical limitations that may impact the solution.
You will support delivery planning by having all analysis ready, well defined and pointed. You should support delivery of the stories throughout the delivery cycle. Most importantly, our Business Analysts don’t just stop at the capture of requirements, we collaborate within our development teams to take ideas from concept through to a solution. Understanding any areas of risk, dependencies, compliance and impacts. You will be expected to support the definition of test complete and aid demonstrations and User Acceptance Testing session of new data products and solutions. Working together with your team will be key to your personal success and key to project delivery. You will be required to work closely with Product Owners , Product Managers , Technical Specialists and other Business Analysts . Ultimately, we operate as a team, supporting one another to get the job done.
The successful candidate will have a minimum experience of 2 years working as a Business Analyst with both Waterfall and Agile methodologies and of in-house software development ideally within a Data Background . You will be personable, proactive and confident in your approach and have strong stakeholder management skills, being a confident communicator. You must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment , managing competing workloads and capable of effectively prioritising to meet deadlines.
In return, we offer an excellent salary and benefits package with fantastic opportunities for progression in a growing business. This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting forward-thinking business. We operate scheduled leisure flights to holiday destinations in the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands and to European Leisure Cities from our 10 UK bases. Help us to send our all-important customers on holiday with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays !!
Company Description Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn? The L&G Apprentice programme has been designed to help you reach your potential. You will develop your skill set, gain valuable work experience and complete a fully funded professional qualification, all whilst earning a competitive salary with access to outstanding employee benefits. With support every step of the way and access to core skills training, you will contribute to the success of a team and be supported by your line manager. As part of a cohort of apprentices, you will also have the opportunity to connect with your peers and colleagues though networking opportunities and social events. Joining L&G is the beginning to a future that will be anything but familiar. So take a closer look, get involved, be curious and find out how we will enable you to be at your best no matter who you are. This role is due to start September 2024. We recruit on a rolling basis and expect this vacancy to close before the deadline. To be in with the best chance of securing a role, please submit your application ASAP What does the team do? Apprentice Software Test Analysts will join Legal & General's Group Functions Change & Technology Services team. The team deliver strategic insight and effective change by partnering with stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions for our customers. They ensure successful implementation of strategic change to the highest standard in line with business strategy and underpinned by effective governance. Services the team performs include: Planning the testing required Writing and executing the test cases Automate test cases for future use Raising defects and retesting when fixed Reporting progress Final sign off that the products meets the business requirements As an Apprentice Software Test Analyst, no working day is the same, so if you like variety within a safe environment (e.g. industry standards, guidelines and best practice) and you love to ask questions to delve deeper and understand why something does (or doesn't) work - then a career in Software Testing is for you. Job Description What you'll be doing Join us on a 24-month programme in which you will complete a Level 4 Software Testing qualification. You'll receive on the job training and coaching from your line manager to help you gain the professional, personal, social, and methodical skills needed to succeed in a business analysis career. Practical on the job learning will include: Seeing, via shadowing, observation Assisting, via active participation and working with your team and lastly, going solo" with support of your manger as your confidence and skills grow Alongside this you'll complete training workshops and assignments, delivered by a leading apprenticeship training provider through a combination of 1:1 coaching, small group sessions and online learning. Combined, these will fully equip you to be successful in your role, with the knowledge and skills required to apply to real world business challenges. During your apprenticeship you will: Develop an understanding and experience of business techniques, concepts and theories that will aide development as an Apprentice Software Test Analyst. Support the team to develop and execute test scripts. Including learning how to undertake a range of testing activities to support maintenance of these scripts. Contribute to the analysis and reporting of test activities, results, issues, and risks, and take ownership where appropriate. Gain an understanding of core business and finance systems, to enable information to be filed appropriately in line with business requirements Establish and build positive working relationships with stakeholders and customers. Use these networks to improve your understanding of business workings and relationships Develop and enhance personal skills such as confidence, assertiveness, focus, adaptability, curiosity Actively participate in team meetings to keep colleagues informed and to create a forum for knowledge sharing and continuous improvement Develop methodical skills such as problem solving, creative thinking, time management apply the knowledge and skills that you've learnt from your training into the role Qualifications What we're looking for The person who would most benefit and enjoy this programme is hungry to learn and eager to get started in the world of work. We're not expecting prior industry experience, but we'll want to see that you have the aptitude, potential and desire which will ultimately lead to you being successful. We'll teach you the rest! To qualify for the programme, you will need: 5 x GCSE's at grade 4-9 (A-C) or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English Minimum 96 UCAS points from your Level 3 Qualifications e.g. A 'levels or equivalent Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject To not currently be on a government funded training course, e.g. on apprenticeship The right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 consecutive years. Additional Information What is the assessment process? Our Assessment process typically involves the following stages, but may vary slightly from scheme to scheme. Application form Captures essential information from candidate and is an opportunity to provide their CV Online tests Includes multiple choice questions and a video interview. The online test asks a number of behavioural questions to help us understand more about candidates' strengths. There is also an analytical component which assesses numerical reasoning skills. In the video interview, we will ask 3 core questions focusing on motivation to join L&G, as well as the candidates approach to learning. Assessment centre (either face to face or virtual) comprised of: Group Exercise - candidates are given a task to work on in groups of up to 6 and observed Interview - Conducted by 2 assessors, 45 minutes including time for questions from the candidate, questions include competency and commercial based questions Presentation - 15 minutes in duration, 10 minutes to present and 5 minutes for questions from assessor The brand with the brolly is choosing today to change tomorrow. Since 1836, we've grown to become one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurance brands. We're all here to improve the lives of our customers, build a better society for the long term, and create value for our shareholders - helping to shape a better future for society and the planet. We need people who share our ambitions, agility and entrepreneurial spirit to help us do it. At L&G, you'll find a balance that helps you be your best. Empowered by hybrid working, we're supported by technology and workplaces that enable us to work effectively wherever we are. We come together in offices to collaborate and connect, and use time at home for individual, focused activities. And, when we achieve great things, we celebrate our success and reward strong performance. Today, there's over 10,000 of us, working towards our mission, with plenty of opportunities to grow your career as we grow L&G. Will you join us? Great minds don't have to think alike, so we welcome voices from all backgrounds. Bringing together people with different life experiences helps us build empathy with our customers and drive innovation. We don't just talk about it, we actively promote diversity and equitable opportunities for all. That means our employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status. In fact, we embrace every dimension of diversity to reflect the customers and communities we serve. We think it's important to create an inclusive environment where we can all belong, contribute and drive progress, where you can develop and grow, and be empowered. We want you to use your voice to help us build a better tomorrow. We all work differently, and have different needs, which is why. we're always open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Likewise, we're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs during our recruiting process. So whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever your story, we'd love to hear from you.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
Company Description Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn? The L&G Apprentice programme has been designed to help you reach your potential. You will develop your skill set, gain valuable work experience and complete a fully funded professional qualification, all whilst earning a competitive salary with access to outstanding employee benefits. With support every step of the way and access to core skills training, you will contribute to the success of a team and be supported by your line manager. As part of a cohort of apprentices, you will also have the opportunity to connect with your peers and colleagues though networking opportunities and social events. Joining L&G is the beginning to a future that will be anything but familiar. So take a closer look, get involved, be curious and find out how we will enable you to be at your best no matter who you are. This role is due to start September 2024. We recruit on a rolling basis and expect this vacancy to close before the deadline. To be in with the best chance of securing a role, please submit your application ASAP What does the team do? Apprentice Software Test Analysts will join Legal & General's Group Functions Change & Technology Services team. The team deliver strategic insight and effective change by partnering with stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions for our customers. They ensure successful implementation of strategic change to the highest standard in line with business strategy and underpinned by effective governance. Services the team performs include: Planning the testing required Writing and executing the test cases Automate test cases for future use Raising defects and retesting when fixed Reporting progress Final sign off that the products meets the business requirements As an Apprentice Software Test Analyst, no working day is the same, so if you like variety within a safe environment (e.g. industry standards, guidelines and best practice) and you love to ask questions to delve deeper and understand why something does (or doesn't) work - then a career in Software Testing is for you. Job Description What you'll be doing Join us on a 24-month programme in which you will complete a Level 4 Software Testing qualification. You'll receive on the job training and coaching from your line manager to help you gain the professional, personal, social, and methodical skills needed to succeed in a business analysis career. Practical on the job learning will include: Seeing, via shadowing, observation Assisting, via active participation and working with your team and lastly, going solo" with support of your manger as your confidence and skills grow Alongside this you'll complete training workshops and assignments, delivered by a leading apprenticeship training provider through a combination of 1:1 coaching, small group sessions and online learning. Combined, these will fully equip you to be successful in your role, with the knowledge and skills required to apply to real world business challenges. During your apprenticeship you will: Develop an understanding and experience of business techniques, concepts and theories that will aide development as an Apprentice Software Test Analyst. Support the team to develop and execute test scripts. Including learning how to undertake a range of testing activities to support maintenance of these scripts. Contribute to the analysis and reporting of test activities, results, issues, and risks, and take ownership where appropriate. Gain an understanding of core business and finance systems, to enable information to be filed appropriately in line with business requirements Establish and build positive working relationships with stakeholders and customers. Use these networks to improve your understanding of business workings and relationships Develop and enhance personal skills such as confidence, assertiveness, focus, adaptability, curiosity Actively participate in team meetings to keep colleagues informed and to create a forum for knowledge sharing and continuous improvement Develop methodical skills such as problem solving, creative thinking, time management apply the knowledge and skills that you've learnt from your training into the role Qualifications What we're looking for The person who would most benefit and enjoy this programme is hungry to learn and eager to get started in the world of work. We're not expecting prior industry experience, but we'll want to see that you have the aptitude, potential and desire which will ultimately lead to you being successful. We'll teach you the rest! To qualify for the programme, you will need: 5 x GCSE's at grade 4-9 (A-C) or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English Minimum 96 UCAS points from your Level 3 Qualifications e.g. A 'levels or equivalent Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject To not currently be on a government funded training course, e.g. on apprenticeship The right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 consecutive years. Additional Information What is the assessment process? Our Assessment process typically involves the following stages, but may vary slightly from scheme to scheme. Application form Captures essential information from candidate and is an opportunity to provide their CV Online tests Includes multiple choice questions and a video interview. The online test asks a number of behavioural questions to help us understand more about candidates' strengths. There is also an analytical component which assesses numerical reasoning skills. In the video interview, we will ask 3 core questions focusing on motivation to join L&G, as well as the candidates approach to learning. Assessment centre (either face to face or virtual) comprised of: Group Exercise - candidates are given a task to work on in groups of up to 6 and observed Interview - Conducted by 2 assessors, 45 minutes including time for questions from the candidate, questions include competency and commercial based questions Presentation - 15 minutes in duration, 10 minutes to present and 5 minutes for questions from assessor The brand with the brolly is choosing today to change tomorrow. Since 1836, we've grown to become one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurance brands. We're all here to improve the lives of our customers, build a better society for the long term, and create value for our shareholders - helping to shape a better future for society and the planet. We need people who share our ambitions, agility and entrepreneurial spirit to help us do it. At L&G, you'll find a balance that helps you be your best. Empowered by hybrid working, we're supported by technology and workplaces that enable us to work effectively wherever we are. We come together in offices to collaborate and connect, and use time at home for individual, focused activities. And, when we achieve great things, we celebrate our success and reward strong performance. Today, there's over 10,000 of us, working towards our mission, with plenty of opportunities to grow your career as we grow L&G. Will you join us? Great minds don't have to think alike, so we welcome voices from all backgrounds. Bringing together people with different life experiences helps us build empathy with our customers and drive innovation. We don't just talk about it, we actively promote diversity and equitable opportunities for all. That means our employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status. In fact, we embrace every dimension of diversity to reflect the customers and communities we serve. We think it's important to create an inclusive environment where we can all belong, contribute and drive progress, where you can develop and grow, and be empowered. We want you to use your voice to help us build a better tomorrow. We all work differently, and have different needs, which is why. we're always open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Likewise, we're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs during our recruiting process. So whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever your story, we'd love to hear from you.
Company Description Hitachi Solutions Europe is a global Digital, Data and Technology consultancy, Microsoft Inner Circle and Cloud Services partner, specialising in end-to-end transformation. We build services that are user centred and accessible, designed by our brilliant agile teams, capable of harnessing the power of the latest technologies. Our capabilities include Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Azure, Application Modernisation, Modern Data Platform, Performance & Analytics, Fraud and Error, Grants, User Centred Design, Accessibility and Agile DevOps. Our highly skilled team help drive improvements, creating efficiency and growth within organisations. We are committed to Microsoft technologies, with a mission to revolutionise modern businesses. To achieve this we employ the best, most dedicated talent to deliver outstanding technology solutions to both our local and global clients. Be part of our Hitachi family We place value on collaboration, open communication, and transparency. We emphasise the importance of team spirit, cohesion, and appreciation - And through our talented people, innovative culture, and technical and business expertise, we deliver game changing outcomes every day. Our learning culture and flat hierarchy are our recipes for success. But don't take our word for it - Have a look at what our employees are saying: Hitachi Solutions: Recruiting the best talent and offering outstanding career opportunities (hitachi-solutions.co.uk) What to expect, your benefits Hitachi Solutions offers competitive compensation packages (incl. bonuses), pension and benefits plans. Work/Life balance is an essential part of our culture, and all our employees are home workers, although you will be expected to come into our or customer's offices regularly. We operate a comprehensive career development programme that includes mentoring and training plans to ensure that you will continue to grow and develop your career at Hitachi. Job Description We are growing our consulting team and looking for Senior Consultants CE to join us on our exciting journey and be part of the Hitachi Solutions family. Key Accountabilities Maintains a thorough knowledge of the organisation and adheres to all organisational standards Responsible for design, build, test and deployment efforts for Customer Engagement (CRM) technology solutions Provide hands on functional and technical knowledge as well as manage client relationships within the context of the role Write development specifications and interface with customers to test modifications and resolve any issues that arise Execute assigned tasks within a structured project environment and lead consultants in various project work streams Analyse customer needs and participate in the design and architecture of business process solutions Responsible for completeness and quality of functional design Translate business requirements into Customer Engagement (CRM) functional and configuration requirements Responsible for testing and documenting the Customer Engagement (CRM) configuration Key Responsibilities Implement and deploy Microsoft Dynamics CE Analyse front office processes (sales, marketing and customer service) to identify opportunities for improvement Gather and understand client functional requirements Perform gap analysis between a client's requirements and the functionality within Microsoft Dynamics CE Configure the application to meet a client's requirements using the Microsoft Dynamics CE Customization Tool, Workflow Tool, or SDK Identify creative workarounds to meet requirements without the development of custom code Understand the functional capabilities and limitations for out of the box functionality as well as custom code Create technical specifications Design and integrate business processes and data flows between CE applications and other applications, such as back office/ERP applications Train client personnel on the usage and administration of Microsoft Dynamics CE (functional user training and technical training) Develop high level project work plans Provide technical support to existing CE clients Lead technical discussions with clients Develop data conversion and testing strategies Qualifications Key Competencies CE forms, screens, views, workflows and reports development Programming languages - C#, VB.net, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript, VSTO, Silverlight Architect / design CE system, related customizations, portals, and reports CE development or integration best practices Technical specifications documentation Data migration and integration mappings using SQL Integration Services, Scribe or Web Services SQL Reporting Services SharePoint Services Diversity and Inclusion at Hitachi Solutions Diversity is the wellspring of our innovation and our growth engine, and we believe that creativity is fuelled by diversity. To be truly user centric, we need to ensure that the teams developing products and services are representative of the communities they serve. Our collective success is achieved by fostering and respecting our employees' and customer's individualities coming together as One Team. Hitachi strives to create an environment not only where genders, races, cultures, sexual orientations, and identities can work together, but where the beliefs and views of those participating feel equally represented. If you are interested and want to know more about this opportunity, apply directly and have a chat with us. Additional Information In applying for a role with Hitachi Solutions Europe Limited and/or its affiliates ("Hitachi") you consent to Hitachi collecting and storing your personal information (including your name, job title and email address) in relation to this role and any others that may be suitable in the future. For more information please refer to our Privacy Policy located at Beware of scams Our recruiting team may communicate with candidates via domain email address and/or via our SmartRecruiters (Applicant Tracking System) domain email address regarding your application and interview requests. All offers will originate from domain email address. If you receive an offer or information from someone purporting to be an employee of Hitachi Solutions from any other domain, it may not be legitimate.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
Company Description Hitachi Solutions Europe is a global Digital, Data and Technology consultancy, Microsoft Inner Circle and Cloud Services partner, specialising in end-to-end transformation. We build services that are user centred and accessible, designed by our brilliant agile teams, capable of harnessing the power of the latest technologies. Our capabilities include Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Azure, Application Modernisation, Modern Data Platform, Performance & Analytics, Fraud and Error, Grants, User Centred Design, Accessibility and Agile DevOps. Our highly skilled team help drive improvements, creating efficiency and growth within organisations. We are committed to Microsoft technologies, with a mission to revolutionise modern businesses. To achieve this we employ the best, most dedicated talent to deliver outstanding technology solutions to both our local and global clients. Be part of our Hitachi family We place value on collaboration, open communication, and transparency. We emphasise the importance of team spirit, cohesion, and appreciation - And through our talented people, innovative culture, and technical and business expertise, we deliver game changing outcomes every day. Our learning culture and flat hierarchy are our recipes for success. But don't take our word for it - Have a look at what our employees are saying: Hitachi Solutions: Recruiting the best talent and offering outstanding career opportunities (hitachi-solutions.co.uk) What to expect, your benefits Hitachi Solutions offers competitive compensation packages (incl. bonuses), pension and benefits plans. Work/Life balance is an essential part of our culture, and all our employees are home workers, although you will be expected to come into our or customer's offices regularly. We operate a comprehensive career development programme that includes mentoring and training plans to ensure that you will continue to grow and develop your career at Hitachi. Job Description We are growing our consulting team and looking for Senior Consultants CE to join us on our exciting journey and be part of the Hitachi Solutions family. Key Accountabilities Maintains a thorough knowledge of the organisation and adheres to all organisational standards Responsible for design, build, test and deployment efforts for Customer Engagement (CRM) technology solutions Provide hands on functional and technical knowledge as well as manage client relationships within the context of the role Write development specifications and interface with customers to test modifications and resolve any issues that arise Execute assigned tasks within a structured project environment and lead consultants in various project work streams Analyse customer needs and participate in the design and architecture of business process solutions Responsible for completeness and quality of functional design Translate business requirements into Customer Engagement (CRM) functional and configuration requirements Responsible for testing and documenting the Customer Engagement (CRM) configuration Key Responsibilities Implement and deploy Microsoft Dynamics CE Analyse front office processes (sales, marketing and customer service) to identify opportunities for improvement Gather and understand client functional requirements Perform gap analysis between a client's requirements and the functionality within Microsoft Dynamics CE Configure the application to meet a client's requirements using the Microsoft Dynamics CE Customization Tool, Workflow Tool, or SDK Identify creative workarounds to meet requirements without the development of custom code Understand the functional capabilities and limitations for out of the box functionality as well as custom code Create technical specifications Design and integrate business processes and data flows between CE applications and other applications, such as back office/ERP applications Train client personnel on the usage and administration of Microsoft Dynamics CE (functional user training and technical training) Develop high level project work plans Provide technical support to existing CE clients Lead technical discussions with clients Develop data conversion and testing strategies Qualifications Key Competencies CE forms, screens, views, workflows and reports development Programming languages - C#, VB.net, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript, VSTO, Silverlight Architect / design CE system, related customizations, portals, and reports CE development or integration best practices Technical specifications documentation Data migration and integration mappings using SQL Integration Services, Scribe or Web Services SQL Reporting Services SharePoint Services Diversity and Inclusion at Hitachi Solutions Diversity is the wellspring of our innovation and our growth engine, and we believe that creativity is fuelled by diversity. To be truly user centric, we need to ensure that the teams developing products and services are representative of the communities they serve. Our collective success is achieved by fostering and respecting our employees' and customer's individualities coming together as One Team. Hitachi strives to create an environment not only where genders, races, cultures, sexual orientations, and identities can work together, but where the beliefs and views of those participating feel equally represented. If you are interested and want to know more about this opportunity, apply directly and have a chat with us. Additional Information In applying for a role with Hitachi Solutions Europe Limited and/or its affiliates ("Hitachi") you consent to Hitachi collecting and storing your personal information (including your name, job title and email address) in relation to this role and any others that may be suitable in the future. For more information please refer to our Privacy Policy located at Beware of scams Our recruiting team may communicate with candidates via domain email address and/or via our SmartRecruiters (Applicant Tracking System) domain email address regarding your application and interview requests. All offers will originate from domain email address. If you receive an offer or information from someone purporting to be an employee of Hitachi Solutions from any other domain, it may not be legitimate.
This is a remote permanent opportunity for candidates based in the UK (Commutable to London). The Opportunity Growing and dynamic organisations are fuelled and driven by passionate and intellectually curious people. We're looking to add more Nearformers who fit this profile. At Nearform we are in the fortunate position of having 10 years of experience delivering on mission-critical outcomes for our customers, while still retaining the start-up feel, transparency, and intimacy of a close-knit community of technologists. We build digital products that provide users of these products fantastic digital experiences and allow enterprises to go to market faster, improve customer experience, while transforming their workflows and advancing our clients' digital agendas. With a recent significant investment into the business, Nearform is poised to scale its impact to more enterprises. Are you the right person to fuel this growth and add to a wonderfully collaborative culture? The Right Candidate The Consulting & Solutions Principal role within Nearform is responsible for helping client teams identify pain points, create and build solutions to address these problems, along with nurturing and developing client accounts with the Client Principal. The right candidate will be someone who is Entrepreneurial and client-focused Experienced in a similar role working within a fast-growing business Highly knowledgeable in software development - and modern trends in building highly scalable software solutions Keen to stay on the cutting edge of technology - helping clients understand it and apply it within their businesses Open to travelling to London for events, meetings with potential and existing clients on a frequent basis (5 days per month) Experience Consulting, pre-sales or account development experience in a technology consultancy or digital enterprise services company Hands-on delivery, development and/or solution architecture experience in a bespoke engineering/development enterprise environment is a must Experience working with design, development, DevOps and data experts to design and deliver custom digital solutions for enterprise clients as part of digital transformation Ability to engage at VP and line of business owner level in large client organisations and manage multiple stakeholders and opportunities in parallel Outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills Demonstrable experience operating in complex, ambiguous environments, with little detail or guidance Experience working collaboratively across sales, marketing, delivery, SMEs and finance to deliver proposals and solutions for new and existing clients Experience working with sales/Client Principals to develop client roadmaps to advance our clients digital agendas Proven experience in being part of team to landing solutions over $1M in services value and growing accounts to over $3M in sustainable annual revenues Previous experience in business case creation with the ability to articulate outcome based benefits to clients Responsibilities Work collaboratively with wider Nearform team to grow a number of key strategic accounts Own the identification of key client challenges and work with internal teams to develop sales proposals, tender responses and client pitches, defining valuable outcomes for clients Articulate client and industry learnings into new propositions and offerings for the business to go to market with Lead pre-sales discussions by presenting Nearform to clients, identifying client challenges and discussing potential approaches or solutions - demonstrating technical depth and commercial acumen Creating proposals as part of a wider bid team - contributing technical expertise to ensure quality in all responses Craft customer success stories from our work which demonstrate the unique value of NearForm's offerings to help the sales process and correctly articulate our value proposition. Support the delivery team through the early stages of client delivery helping the team to exceed clients expectations Cultivate client relationships throughout the engagements with current and potential customer stakeholders and other relevant partners (technology or business) Support Client Principals in developing and executing on key account plans and sales programmes - in account of the 1M - 3M annual spend Benefits Competitive employee benefits package Work remotely; we have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Work flexibly; we appreciate there are more important things in life than work so our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! The Wellness Hub: We have a genuine commitment to fostering/improving Nearformers' wellbeing. Although we are widely dispersed, Nearformers are a tightly-knit team. We trust one another and care about our colleagues. We all get together in person at our annual company retreat, Nearfest and regularly meet within our teams. Building on our open-source origins, we promote the sharing of thoughts, knowledge and ideas.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
This is a remote permanent opportunity for candidates based in the UK (Commutable to London). The Opportunity Growing and dynamic organisations are fuelled and driven by passionate and intellectually curious people. We're looking to add more Nearformers who fit this profile. At Nearform we are in the fortunate position of having 10 years of experience delivering on mission-critical outcomes for our customers, while still retaining the start-up feel, transparency, and intimacy of a close-knit community of technologists. We build digital products that provide users of these products fantastic digital experiences and allow enterprises to go to market faster, improve customer experience, while transforming their workflows and advancing our clients' digital agendas. With a recent significant investment into the business, Nearform is poised to scale its impact to more enterprises. Are you the right person to fuel this growth and add to a wonderfully collaborative culture? The Right Candidate The Consulting & Solutions Principal role within Nearform is responsible for helping client teams identify pain points, create and build solutions to address these problems, along with nurturing and developing client accounts with the Client Principal. The right candidate will be someone who is Entrepreneurial and client-focused Experienced in a similar role working within a fast-growing business Highly knowledgeable in software development - and modern trends in building highly scalable software solutions Keen to stay on the cutting edge of technology - helping clients understand it and apply it within their businesses Open to travelling to London for events, meetings with potential and existing clients on a frequent basis (5 days per month) Experience Consulting, pre-sales or account development experience in a technology consultancy or digital enterprise services company Hands-on delivery, development and/or solution architecture experience in a bespoke engineering/development enterprise environment is a must Experience working with design, development, DevOps and data experts to design and deliver custom digital solutions for enterprise clients as part of digital transformation Ability to engage at VP and line of business owner level in large client organisations and manage multiple stakeholders and opportunities in parallel Outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills Demonstrable experience operating in complex, ambiguous environments, with little detail or guidance Experience working collaboratively across sales, marketing, delivery, SMEs and finance to deliver proposals and solutions for new and existing clients Experience working with sales/Client Principals to develop client roadmaps to advance our clients digital agendas Proven experience in being part of team to landing solutions over $1M in services value and growing accounts to over $3M in sustainable annual revenues Previous experience in business case creation with the ability to articulate outcome based benefits to clients Responsibilities Work collaboratively with wider Nearform team to grow a number of key strategic accounts Own the identification of key client challenges and work with internal teams to develop sales proposals, tender responses and client pitches, defining valuable outcomes for clients Articulate client and industry learnings into new propositions and offerings for the business to go to market with Lead pre-sales discussions by presenting Nearform to clients, identifying client challenges and discussing potential approaches or solutions - demonstrating technical depth and commercial acumen Creating proposals as part of a wider bid team - contributing technical expertise to ensure quality in all responses Craft customer success stories from our work which demonstrate the unique value of NearForm's offerings to help the sales process and correctly articulate our value proposition. Support the delivery team through the early stages of client delivery helping the team to exceed clients expectations Cultivate client relationships throughout the engagements with current and potential customer stakeholders and other relevant partners (technology or business) Support Client Principals in developing and executing on key account plans and sales programmes - in account of the 1M - 3M annual spend Benefits Competitive employee benefits package Work remotely; we have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Work flexibly; we appreciate there are more important things in life than work so our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem! The Wellness Hub: We have a genuine commitment to fostering/improving Nearformers' wellbeing. Although we are widely dispersed, Nearformers are a tightly-knit team. We trust one another and care about our colleagues. We all get together in person at our annual company retreat, Nearfest and regularly meet within our teams. Building on our open-source origins, we promote the sharing of thoughts, knowledge and ideas.
Contentful's Solution Architects are principally outwards-facing. They are trusted advisors of technologists, developers, content creators and project/product managers. As a Solution Architect at Contentful, you'll have the opportunity to work with international teams post-sale, from visionary brands to innovative digital agencies. Your technical guidance and product expertise will help customers make the right decisions and achieve success with their project. A reasonable expectation for travel to on-site visits would be up to 10%. What to expect? Create and deliver technical enablement on product platform features to customers as well as providing consultative advice & recommendations on specific implementation use cases Identify and propose comprehensive solution designs to complex business problems after running customer discovery sessions Keep abreast of Contentful product developments and synthesize these into best practices, workshops & enablement materials for our customers Create prototypes or code examples to facilitate customer onboarding and to support projects Maintain a foundational understanding of technologies related to Contentful as well as staying up to date with industry trends Continuously seek, synthesize and communicate customer product feedback to our Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing teams Support engagement managers on quoting and scoping of SOWs Partner with Sales, Customer Success Managers and Solution Engineers, to ensure a successful customer experience with Contentful. Continuously improve your professional skills through activities such as training, reading and seeking mentorship from others Within Contentful, you will work closely with Technical Project Managers and Solution Architects on accounts implementing Contentful. You will be following the architectural approach and project plan laid out by the account team in order to make sure the implementation is successful and delivered in a timely manner. You will also be expected to report and manage risk as well as adapt and work with the customer in real-time to overcome any obstacles. The insights gained during your work with customers will enable you to provide valuable input to our Product Management and Engineering departments. Your first hand accounts of how customers interact with our product, tempered by your experience, will provide crucial real world context for our teams' building efforts. Your experience working with customers will allow you to continually refine our best practices and form opinionated advice. There are also opportunities to contribute to Contentful's thought leadership by participating in our Voice of the Customer sessions with the product team, writing blogs, leading workshops, or speaking at our Contentful conference. What you need to be successful At least 5 years-experience in a similar customer-facing role, for example in a technical consultant, solution engineer or implementation engineer role at an API-first (REST, GraphQL) SaaS company. Professional experience working on projects that utilize microservices-based architectures and transitions away from monolithic architectures. Experience working on digital experiences beyond the web is a plus. Experience with modern JS/React frameworks: NextJS, NuxtJS, Remix, Vue or Angular. Understanding of web rendering technologies; Server-side, client-side, hybrid rendering and Static Site Generation including ISR (eg. Gatsby) Professional experience with content management system(s) and a solid understanding of headless CMS architecture & best practices for building content-driven applications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field) Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple customer engagements at once Strong interpersonal, presentation and persuasion skills with the ability to build diverse relationships and influence technical and non-technical audiences The ability to work both autonomously and with a team to drive customer results. Excellent English & German communication and presentation skills and confidence conveying knowledge to a technical audience. What's in it for you? Join an ambitious tech company reshaping the way people build digital experiences Full-time employees receive Stock Options for the opportunity to share ownership and the success of our company We value Work-Life balance and You Time !A generous amount of paid time off, including vacation days, education days, and volunteer days Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for information, support, discussion, and counseling for life's challenges Use your personal education budget to improve your skills and grow in your career. Use your physical fitness budget to get away from your desk and support your physical wellness Enjoy a full range of virtual and in-person events, including workshops, guest speakers, and fun team activities, supporting learning and networking exchange beyond the usual work duties A monthly phone/internet stipend and phone upgrade reimbursement after 2 years New hire office equipment stipend. Get the gear you need to work at your best Who are we? Contentful is the intelligent composable content platform that unlocks all of an organization's digital content to deliver impactful customer experiences, making content a strategic business asset. The Contentful Platform, Contentful Studio, and the Contentful Ecosystem combine the flexibility of composable content with the intelligence of AI, empowering digital teams to drive business momentum through collaboration, speed, and scale. Contentful powers innovative content experiences across brands, regions, and channels for organizations around the world, including nearly 30% of the Fortune 500. Nearly 800 people from more than 70 nations contribute their energy and creativity to Contentful, working from hubs in Berlin, Denver and distributed around the world. Everyone is welcome here! "Everyone is welcome here" is a celebrated component of our culture. At Contentful, we strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our employees. We believe that our products and services benefit from our diverse backgrounds and experiences and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical dis ability, or length of time spent unemployed. We invite you to apply and join us! If you need reasonable accommodations at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiting coordinator know. Please be aware of scammers who may fraudulently allege to be from Contentful. These types of fraud can be carried out through copycat websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal information such as bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment. If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at with any information you may have. By clicking "Apply for this job," I acknowledge that I have read the " Contentful's Candidate Privacy Notice ", and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
Contentful's Solution Architects are principally outwards-facing. They are trusted advisors of technologists, developers, content creators and project/product managers. As a Solution Architect at Contentful, you'll have the opportunity to work with international teams post-sale, from visionary brands to innovative digital agencies. Your technical guidance and product expertise will help customers make the right decisions and achieve success with their project. A reasonable expectation for travel to on-site visits would be up to 10%. What to expect? Create and deliver technical enablement on product platform features to customers as well as providing consultative advice & recommendations on specific implementation use cases Identify and propose comprehensive solution designs to complex business problems after running customer discovery sessions Keep abreast of Contentful product developments and synthesize these into best practices, workshops & enablement materials for our customers Create prototypes or code examples to facilitate customer onboarding and to support projects Maintain a foundational understanding of technologies related to Contentful as well as staying up to date with industry trends Continuously seek, synthesize and communicate customer product feedback to our Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing teams Support engagement managers on quoting and scoping of SOWs Partner with Sales, Customer Success Managers and Solution Engineers, to ensure a successful customer experience with Contentful. Continuously improve your professional skills through activities such as training, reading and seeking mentorship from others Within Contentful, you will work closely with Technical Project Managers and Solution Architects on accounts implementing Contentful. You will be following the architectural approach and project plan laid out by the account team in order to make sure the implementation is successful and delivered in a timely manner. You will also be expected to report and manage risk as well as adapt and work with the customer in real-time to overcome any obstacles. The insights gained during your work with customers will enable you to provide valuable input to our Product Management and Engineering departments. Your first hand accounts of how customers interact with our product, tempered by your experience, will provide crucial real world context for our teams' building efforts. Your experience working with customers will allow you to continually refine our best practices and form opinionated advice. There are also opportunities to contribute to Contentful's thought leadership by participating in our Voice of the Customer sessions with the product team, writing blogs, leading workshops, or speaking at our Contentful conference. What you need to be successful At least 5 years-experience in a similar customer-facing role, for example in a technical consultant, solution engineer or implementation engineer role at an API-first (REST, GraphQL) SaaS company. Professional experience working on projects that utilize microservices-based architectures and transitions away from monolithic architectures. Experience working on digital experiences beyond the web is a plus. Experience with modern JS/React frameworks: NextJS, NuxtJS, Remix, Vue or Angular. Understanding of web rendering technologies; Server-side, client-side, hybrid rendering and Static Site Generation including ISR (eg. Gatsby) Professional experience with content management system(s) and a solid understanding of headless CMS architecture & best practices for building content-driven applications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field) Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple customer engagements at once Strong interpersonal, presentation and persuasion skills with the ability to build diverse relationships and influence technical and non-technical audiences The ability to work both autonomously and with a team to drive customer results. Excellent English & German communication and presentation skills and confidence conveying knowledge to a technical audience. What's in it for you? Join an ambitious tech company reshaping the way people build digital experiences Full-time employees receive Stock Options for the opportunity to share ownership and the success of our company We value Work-Life balance and You Time !A generous amount of paid time off, including vacation days, education days, and volunteer days Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for information, support, discussion, and counseling for life's challenges Use your personal education budget to improve your skills and grow in your career. Use your physical fitness budget to get away from your desk and support your physical wellness Enjoy a full range of virtual and in-person events, including workshops, guest speakers, and fun team activities, supporting learning and networking exchange beyond the usual work duties A monthly phone/internet stipend and phone upgrade reimbursement after 2 years New hire office equipment stipend. Get the gear you need to work at your best Who are we? Contentful is the intelligent composable content platform that unlocks all of an organization's digital content to deliver impactful customer experiences, making content a strategic business asset. The Contentful Platform, Contentful Studio, and the Contentful Ecosystem combine the flexibility of composable content with the intelligence of AI, empowering digital teams to drive business momentum through collaboration, speed, and scale. Contentful powers innovative content experiences across brands, regions, and channels for organizations around the world, including nearly 30% of the Fortune 500. Nearly 800 people from more than 70 nations contribute their energy and creativity to Contentful, working from hubs in Berlin, Denver and distributed around the world. Everyone is welcome here! "Everyone is welcome here" is a celebrated component of our culture. At Contentful, we strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our employees. We believe that our products and services benefit from our diverse backgrounds and experiences and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical dis ability, or length of time spent unemployed. We invite you to apply and join us! If you need reasonable accommodations at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiting coordinator know. Please be aware of scammers who may fraudulently allege to be from Contentful. These types of fraud can be carried out through copycat websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal information such as bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment. If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at with any information you may have. By clicking "Apply for this job," I acknowledge that I have read the " Contentful's Candidate Privacy Notice ", and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein.
Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are. Our Approach to Work We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalization and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your well-being support to your growth and development, and beyond! Your Career As a Principal Solutions Architect at Palo Alto Networks, you are responsible for improving the productivity of our sales teams through the creation and delivery of business-relevant security conversations to our key prospects and customers. As a thought leader, you will address CyberSecurity related issues by leveraging the full Palo Alto Networks portfolio in a way that creates differentiated business value. As a trusted advisor, you will provide valuable insights and education on effective risk reduction, compliance, governance, and cost reduction through a prevention-first security approach based on the Palo Alto Networks security platform. The Principal Solutions Architect's value is measured in their ability to increase sales productivity by: Compelling communication to gain the trust and buy-in from Vice President and CXO contacts at our largest customers and prospects Setting and driving an agenda with the customer or prospect, both directly and with sales teams, and within the market through various engagements, including client workshops and architectural assessments and designs Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of competing solutions and architectures and being able to position a Palo Alto Networks approach successfully Uncovering new technology applications and use cases and aiding in creating presentations, documents, and deliverables that will illustrate value to prospects and customers and the Palo Alto Networks sales teams Uncovering and documenting technological/business value gaps between the Palo Alto Networks Cortex platform and competitive offerings and communicating these to the broader Palo Alto Networks Sales organization Becoming a valued resource to Product Management to discover and understand current shortcomings and competitive insights in our product suite and requirements for future strategic market segments Playing a role on the EBC team in creating customer messaging that ties the Cortex Portfolio together with the entire Palo Alto Networks Portfolio The role will require close coordination with the Senior Leadership, Sales, Palo Alto Networks' CISO and Theater CISO's, Sales Engineering leadership, Product Management, Marketing, Channel Partners, and the Consulting Engineering team. This is a senior technical customer-facing role, and the value produced must be evident and recurrent. Customers and Sales Teams will ask for you by name. Your Impact In this director-level role, you will lead and direct cross-functional teams within Palo Alto Networks to ensure the highest quality of product and service delivery focused on customer business outcomes As a thought leader, you will address customers and prospects security operations challenges and work with them to develop a successful strategy for their organization to implement Palo Alto Networks Cortex technologies in a way that creates differentiated business value Engage and establish an advisory relationship with key Manager, Director, VP, and CXO contacts at strategic customers to transform their security strategy Engage directly with senior technical and business leaders at key prospects and customers as a security expert to penetrate whitespace accounts and expand Cortex install base through the Identification, qualification, and closure of opportunities Work with the sales teams on strategic opportunities for the development and delivery of differentiated proposals which clearly demonstrate the business and technical value of Cortex Provide summarized and business-relevant feedback into content, Product Management, Product Marketing, Competitive Marketing, and Field Marketing based on customer engagements to improve Palo Alto Networks effectiveness in communicating its value proposition to prospects and clients Engage in continuous self-improvement and learning to maintain technical leadership of relevant technologies (security, data center, public cloud, networking, endpoint, etc.) As a trusted advisor, you will provide valuable insights and education on effective risk reduction, compliance, governance, and cost reduction through a prevention-first security approach based on the Palo Alto Networks security platform Becoming a valued resource to Product Management to discover and understand current shortcomings and competitive insights in our product suite and requirements for future strategic market segments Develop and maintain ongoing executive-level relationships with our largest XSIAM Customers to drive continued platform satisfaction and adoption Delivery of targeted CXO-level Threat and Risk Management Briefings by leveraging U42 research and Xpanse ASM Mappings Developing and maintaining an executive-level point of view on Cybersecurity trends with a deep understanding of security operations and the ability to successfully position a Palo Alto Networks approach Your Experience Extensive knowledge of security operations, SIEM, attack surface management, network and endpoint security architectures, history, and trends Experience with SIEM, Log Management, XDR/EDR, and security investigation tools commonly used by large customers to run their security programs Demonstrablesenior level experience in an IT vendorpre-sales or post-salesrole. We will also consider applicants that have SIEM deployment expertise in an end user environment. Demonstrable experience in establishing credibility and strategic messaging with large enterprise customers Knowledge of ancillary security areas such as identity management, public and private cloud architectures Self-motivated attitude to do whatever is necessary to close deals Expect to travel a minimum of 50%+ of the weeks in the fiscal year. This is a global role and will require travel both in theater and internationally. Travel will include customer and Palo Alto Networks location onsite meetings Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, both internally and externally Robust problem finding and solving skills, ability to analyze complex multivariate problems, and systematic approach to gain quick resolution, even under duress Super organizational skills Preferences Experience working with channel partners and understanding a channel-centric go-to-market approach Experience working with companies in the enterprise security space End customer background to validate your perspective with customers The Team Our GTM team members work hand in hand with large organizations around the world to keep their digital environments protected. We educate, inspire, and empower our potential clients in their journey to security. As part of our GTM team, you are empowered with unmatched systems and tools, constantly updated research and sales libraries, and a team built on joint success. You won't find someone at Palo Alto Networks who isn't committed to your success - everyone pitches in to assist when it comes to solutions selling, learning, and development. As a member of our Sales team, you are motivated by a solutions-focused sales environment and find fulfillment in working with clients to resolve incredibly complex cyber threats. Our Commitment We're trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at . Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are. Our Approach to Work We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalization and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your well-being support to your growth and development, and beyond! Your Career As a Principal Solutions Architect at Palo Alto Networks, you are responsible for improving the productivity of our sales teams through the creation and delivery of business-relevant security conversations to our key prospects and customers. As a thought leader, you will address CyberSecurity related issues by leveraging the full Palo Alto Networks portfolio in a way that creates differentiated business value. As a trusted advisor, you will provide valuable insights and education on effective risk reduction, compliance, governance, and cost reduction through a prevention-first security approach based on the Palo Alto Networks security platform. The Principal Solutions Architect's value is measured in their ability to increase sales productivity by: Compelling communication to gain the trust and buy-in from Vice President and CXO contacts at our largest customers and prospects Setting and driving an agenda with the customer or prospect, both directly and with sales teams, and within the market through various engagements, including client workshops and architectural assessments and designs Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of competing solutions and architectures and being able to position a Palo Alto Networks approach successfully Uncovering new technology applications and use cases and aiding in creating presentations, documents, and deliverables that will illustrate value to prospects and customers and the Palo Alto Networks sales teams Uncovering and documenting technological/business value gaps between the Palo Alto Networks Cortex platform and competitive offerings and communicating these to the broader Palo Alto Networks Sales organization Becoming a valued resource to Product Management to discover and understand current shortcomings and competitive insights in our product suite and requirements for future strategic market segments Playing a role on the EBC team in creating customer messaging that ties the Cortex Portfolio together with the entire Palo Alto Networks Portfolio The role will require close coordination with the Senior Leadership, Sales, Palo Alto Networks' CISO and Theater CISO's, Sales Engineering leadership, Product Management, Marketing, Channel Partners, and the Consulting Engineering team. This is a senior technical customer-facing role, and the value produced must be evident and recurrent. Customers and Sales Teams will ask for you by name. Your Impact In this director-level role, you will lead and direct cross-functional teams within Palo Alto Networks to ensure the highest quality of product and service delivery focused on customer business outcomes As a thought leader, you will address customers and prospects security operations challenges and work with them to develop a successful strategy for their organization to implement Palo Alto Networks Cortex technologies in a way that creates differentiated business value Engage and establish an advisory relationship with key Manager, Director, VP, and CXO contacts at strategic customers to transform their security strategy Engage directly with senior technical and business leaders at key prospects and customers as a security expert to penetrate whitespace accounts and expand Cortex install base through the Identification, qualification, and closure of opportunities Work with the sales teams on strategic opportunities for the development and delivery of differentiated proposals which clearly demonstrate the business and technical value of Cortex Provide summarized and business-relevant feedback into content, Product Management, Product Marketing, Competitive Marketing, and Field Marketing based on customer engagements to improve Palo Alto Networks effectiveness in communicating its value proposition to prospects and clients Engage in continuous self-improvement and learning to maintain technical leadership of relevant technologies (security, data center, public cloud, networking, endpoint, etc.) As a trusted advisor, you will provide valuable insights and education on effective risk reduction, compliance, governance, and cost reduction through a prevention-first security approach based on the Palo Alto Networks security platform Becoming a valued resource to Product Management to discover and understand current shortcomings and competitive insights in our product suite and requirements for future strategic market segments Develop and maintain ongoing executive-level relationships with our largest XSIAM Customers to drive continued platform satisfaction and adoption Delivery of targeted CXO-level Threat and Risk Management Briefings by leveraging U42 research and Xpanse ASM Mappings Developing and maintaining an executive-level point of view on Cybersecurity trends with a deep understanding of security operations and the ability to successfully position a Palo Alto Networks approach Your Experience Extensive knowledge of security operations, SIEM, attack surface management, network and endpoint security architectures, history, and trends Experience with SIEM, Log Management, XDR/EDR, and security investigation tools commonly used by large customers to run their security programs Demonstrablesenior level experience in an IT vendorpre-sales or post-salesrole. We will also consider applicants that have SIEM deployment expertise in an end user environment. Demonstrable experience in establishing credibility and strategic messaging with large enterprise customers Knowledge of ancillary security areas such as identity management, public and private cloud architectures Self-motivated attitude to do whatever is necessary to close deals Expect to travel a minimum of 50%+ of the weeks in the fiscal year. This is a global role and will require travel both in theater and internationally. Travel will include customer and Palo Alto Networks location onsite meetings Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, both internally and externally Robust problem finding and solving skills, ability to analyze complex multivariate problems, and systematic approach to gain quick resolution, even under duress Super organizational skills Preferences Experience working with channel partners and understanding a channel-centric go-to-market approach Experience working with companies in the enterprise security space End customer background to validate your perspective with customers The Team Our GTM team members work hand in hand with large organizations around the world to keep their digital environments protected. We educate, inspire, and empower our potential clients in their journey to security. As part of our GTM team, you are empowered with unmatched systems and tools, constantly updated research and sales libraries, and a team built on joint success. You won't find someone at Palo Alto Networks who isn't committed to your success - everyone pitches in to assist when it comes to solutions selling, learning, and development. As a member of our Sales team, you are motivated by a solutions-focused sales environment and find fulfillment in working with clients to resolve incredibly complex cyber threats. Our Commitment We're trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at . Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship?: No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
THE ROLE: Java Technical Lead You will be a Java Developer with previous "Hands-on" technical leadership experience overseeing a team of 6 talented and enthusiastic software engineers delivering custom solutions to their end-user clients. This is a new role that has been created as the business headcount expands. You will report to the Head of Technical Delivery. Whilst you will retain the opportunity to be hands-on, design, and code our client requires someone with demonstrable experience in leading a team, improving Agile SDLC processes, and managing stakeholder relationships. From a technical perspective, you will have a strong background in Middleware and Messaging based architecture (E.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ etc.) . Our client is FCA regulated so an emphasis and awareness of Security is essential. Whilst Cloud experience is not mandatory is it highly desirable as there are a number of greenfield initiatives related to Azure in the near future. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Java Technical Lead Lead the Agile development process, overseeing sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Guide and support team members on Agile methodologies, fostering an environment of openness, teamwork, and responsibility. Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends related to integration and middleware. Assess and suggest new technologies to improve the team's effectiveness and productivity. Offer technical direction and supervision to the development team, ensuring they adhere to coding standards, best practices, and architectural principles. Set a positive example in software development by actively participating in code reviews, pair programming sessions, and knowledge exchange. Work with stakeholders to define product goals, features, and outcomes, translating requirements into manageable user stories and tasks. Collaborate closely with various teams, including QA engineers and product managers, to deliver seamless and unified solutions. Define and monitor key Agile metrics like velocity, burndown charts, and cycle time to evaluate team performance and project progress. Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, facilitating clear and efficient communication. Encourage knowledge-sharing efforts within the team and contribute to building a collective knowledge base. SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Java Technical Lead Proven track record of leading Agile development teams from a technical standpoint. Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in various software engineering roles. Strong technical proficiency in software development, including expertise in programming languages and development tools like Spring Boot, SonarCloud, and Kafka (or similar Middleware and Messaging technologies). Thorough grasp of Agile principles and methodologies, emphasizing iterative development, continuous integration, and delivery. Familiarity with Agile project management platforms such as Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps. Knowledgeable about cloud security protocols, data privacy regulations, and compliance standards. Understanding of network architectures, encompassing VPNs, CDNs, and DNS, along with a solid comprehension of system architectures and the interactions among different cloud components.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
THE ROLE: Java Technical Lead You will be a Java Developer with previous "Hands-on" technical leadership experience overseeing a team of 6 talented and enthusiastic software engineers delivering custom solutions to their end-user clients. This is a new role that has been created as the business headcount expands. You will report to the Head of Technical Delivery. Whilst you will retain the opportunity to be hands-on, design, and code our client requires someone with demonstrable experience in leading a team, improving Agile SDLC processes, and managing stakeholder relationships. From a technical perspective, you will have a strong background in Middleware and Messaging based architecture (E.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ etc.) . Our client is FCA regulated so an emphasis and awareness of Security is essential. Whilst Cloud experience is not mandatory is it highly desirable as there are a number of greenfield initiatives related to Azure in the near future. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Java Technical Lead Lead the Agile development process, overseeing sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Guide and support team members on Agile methodologies, fostering an environment of openness, teamwork, and responsibility. Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends related to integration and middleware. Assess and suggest new technologies to improve the team's effectiveness and productivity. Offer technical direction and supervision to the development team, ensuring they adhere to coding standards, best practices, and architectural principles. Set a positive example in software development by actively participating in code reviews, pair programming sessions, and knowledge exchange. Work with stakeholders to define product goals, features, and outcomes, translating requirements into manageable user stories and tasks. Collaborate closely with various teams, including QA engineers and product managers, to deliver seamless and unified solutions. Define and monitor key Agile metrics like velocity, burndown charts, and cycle time to evaluate team performance and project progress. Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, facilitating clear and efficient communication. Encourage knowledge-sharing efforts within the team and contribute to building a collective knowledge base. SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Java Technical Lead Proven track record of leading Agile development teams from a technical standpoint. Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in various software engineering roles. Strong technical proficiency in software development, including expertise in programming languages and development tools like Spring Boot, SonarCloud, and Kafka (or similar Middleware and Messaging technologies). Thorough grasp of Agile principles and methodologies, emphasizing iterative development, continuous integration, and delivery. Familiarity with Agile project management platforms such as Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps. Knowledgeable about cloud security protocols, data privacy regulations, and compliance standards. Understanding of network architectures, encompassing VPNs, CDNs, and DNS, along with a solid comprehension of system architectures and the interactions among different cloud components.
CDSClear IT Risk - Senior Java Developer ABOUT US: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG. OUR PEOPLE: People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 70 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers. ROLE PROFILE: CDSClear is responsible for clearing Credit Default Swaps on European, US & Asian Indices, Single Names and Options for the members and clients currently registered for the service with LCH. The Service is one of the fastest growing streams in the LCH business lines and is looking to build on recent successes and further increase market share through modernising and enhancing our external facing application and API by delivering powerful and scalable functionality to meet evolving market demands. ROLE SUMMARY: The role is for an experienced server-side developer in the team responsible for CDSClear's pricing, risk and analytics solutions for credit derivative products. The risk platform facilitates margin calculations for both overnight and intraday collateral calls, the pricing of Credit Index Options and the external what-if simulation of margins by Members and Clients. The platforms are built upon a Java based architecture with an underlying C++ analytics library and leverage a range of supporting technologies. We are a London based team working in our hybrid model. Key Responsibilities Java developer within CDSClear Risk Development team involved with all aspects of SDLC. Own the delivery of business requirements through to test and production release. Collaborate on key design decisions for the platform build out to meet business' goals. Potential to lead the design & development of business facing initiatives lasting 3 - 6+ months. Third line system support, including participation in out-of-hours rota. Candidate Profile / Key Skills Server-Side Java Developer from a strong technical background with Spring Boot experience. Demonstrable enterprise software engineering with an understanding of working in a secure compute and regulated environment. Aptitude for understanding requirements to changes in pricing, risk and market data stack and able to implement and test successfully. Good awareness of the design, development and SDLC considerations required for development of Financial Services market infrastructure applications. Passion for following DevOps and CI/CD processes to deliver high quality and well tested software using frameworks such as Jenkins/GitLab, Junit, Mockito, Cucumber etc. Good understanding of software architecture principles and their application. Effective communication within both the development and support teams. Ownership mindset - working with external teams e.g., DBAs, Security to progress end-to-end solutions. Keen to balance business delivery and technical improvement; will have a drive to improve quality and productivity of delivery and be able to dissect systems to incrementally deliver significant system improvements with this in mind. Knowledge of JMS and experience with ActiveMQ / IBM MQ Knowledge of modern source code management using git. Strong familiarity with Java development toolchains including Maven and IntelliJ. Team player with a desire to work in a self-directed business focused development team. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence infrastructure teams to achieve delivery. Preferred Skills Some exposure to C++ on Linux. Familiarity with Credit Derivative products Familiarity with AWS Cloud services like EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS. Deployment automation using tools such as Ansible; monitoring using enterprise tools e.g. DataDog. Experience of on/off-premises cloud solutions including the defining of infrastructure as code using Terraform. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs . click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
CDSClear IT Risk - Senior Java Developer ABOUT US: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG. OUR PEOPLE: People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 70 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers. ROLE PROFILE: CDSClear is responsible for clearing Credit Default Swaps on European, US & Asian Indices, Single Names and Options for the members and clients currently registered for the service with LCH. The Service is one of the fastest growing streams in the LCH business lines and is looking to build on recent successes and further increase market share through modernising and enhancing our external facing application and API by delivering powerful and scalable functionality to meet evolving market demands. ROLE SUMMARY: The role is for an experienced server-side developer in the team responsible for CDSClear's pricing, risk and analytics solutions for credit derivative products. The risk platform facilitates margin calculations for both overnight and intraday collateral calls, the pricing of Credit Index Options and the external what-if simulation of margins by Members and Clients. The platforms are built upon a Java based architecture with an underlying C++ analytics library and leverage a range of supporting technologies. We are a London based team working in our hybrid model. Key Responsibilities Java developer within CDSClear Risk Development team involved with all aspects of SDLC. Own the delivery of business requirements through to test and production release. Collaborate on key design decisions for the platform build out to meet business' goals. Potential to lead the design & development of business facing initiatives lasting 3 - 6+ months. Third line system support, including participation in out-of-hours rota. Candidate Profile / Key Skills Server-Side Java Developer from a strong technical background with Spring Boot experience. Demonstrable enterprise software engineering with an understanding of working in a secure compute and regulated environment. Aptitude for understanding requirements to changes in pricing, risk and market data stack and able to implement and test successfully. Good awareness of the design, development and SDLC considerations required for development of Financial Services market infrastructure applications. Passion for following DevOps and CI/CD processes to deliver high quality and well tested software using frameworks such as Jenkins/GitLab, Junit, Mockito, Cucumber etc. Good understanding of software architecture principles and their application. Effective communication within both the development and support teams. Ownership mindset - working with external teams e.g., DBAs, Security to progress end-to-end solutions. Keen to balance business delivery and technical improvement; will have a drive to improve quality and productivity of delivery and be able to dissect systems to incrementally deliver significant system improvements with this in mind. Knowledge of JMS and experience with ActiveMQ / IBM MQ Knowledge of modern source code management using git. Strong familiarity with Java development toolchains including Maven and IntelliJ. Team player with a desire to work in a self-directed business focused development team. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence infrastructure teams to achieve delivery. Preferred Skills Some exposure to C++ on Linux. Familiarity with Credit Derivative products Familiarity with AWS Cloud services like EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS. Deployment automation using tools such as Ansible; monitoring using enterprise tools e.g. DataDog. Experience of on/off-premises cloud solutions including the defining of infrastructure as code using Terraform. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs . click apply for full job details
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a commitment to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years! Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG. Role profile: Responsible for the performance of key client accounts as defined by the Director of Client Services. As a Client Engagement Senior Associate, they will be focused on delivering best in class Client Experience to a diverse range of clients. They will develop and implement appropriate processes and procedures that reinforce effective and reliable client services and use data to find opportunities to improve client service and drive the execution of an improvement programme. To be successful in this job, you should have experience in a client facing, account management or similar role, preferably within the following areas: Regulatory/ Compliance reporting - e.g. MiFIR, EMIR and G20 Strong technical and data analysis experience. Very good working knowledge of the Reg Reporting Product Solutions. Experience of requirements management involving both internal and external project partners is important. Good knowledge of any ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) product. Due to the client facing nature of the role, excellent communication skills are critical, as is the ability to deal with a wide cross section of individuals and departments (internally and externally). You will liaise on a regular basis with client project teams and partners, primarily for the purpose of fulfilling the core software configuration functions and performing basic project management and business analysis duties. The ability to adapt and scale on demand is critical as you may be required to work on concurrent, parallel multi-stream/ multi-client project engagements. Good administrative skills are vital in order to schedule, host and document the attendance of a high number of customer meetings. Key responsibilities of the role: Support the Director of Client Services to development and implementation of the Operations & Technology strategy, translating it into actionable long-term plans for a country/entity. Support the strategy for the team and develops clear system requirements to support service delivery. Support the delivery for the achievement of operational and customer satisfaction metrics, driving client-focused initiatives where required. Support the Development and implementation of appropriate processes and procedures that underpin fast, effective, and reliable service delivery. Support the direction to the team to ensure delivery within agreed timescales. Maintains effective processes and drives continuous improvement plans. Supports & develop insights from activity reports and communicates recommendations to senior management. Experience and skills required: Financial services industry experience Understands and addresses customer needs, collaborates with and influences others Knows the business, thinks globally, and applies a commercial mind-set Uses in-depth understanding of LSEG's business model, operations, and financial position to drive growth Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to chair meetings ensuring executive and senior management decisions lead to the fulfilment of strategic objectives. Brevity, negotiation skills, diplomacy, tact and tenacity which are fundamental for being successful in this role. Good background in incident investigation and incident resolution. Exposure to/ basic business knowledge of middle/ back office financial processes, especially in the areas outlined in the role profile (section 1). Good industry/ financial knowledge; ability to communicate and understand terminology used by clients (both technical and financial terminology). Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and calm demeanour, especially in escalated circumstances. Strong listening skills; open to input from other team members and departments. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject . If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a commitment to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years! Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG. Role profile: Responsible for the performance of key client accounts as defined by the Director of Client Services. As a Client Engagement Senior Associate, they will be focused on delivering best in class Client Experience to a diverse range of clients. They will develop and implement appropriate processes and procedures that reinforce effective and reliable client services and use data to find opportunities to improve client service and drive the execution of an improvement programme. To be successful in this job, you should have experience in a client facing, account management or similar role, preferably within the following areas: Regulatory/ Compliance reporting - e.g. MiFIR, EMIR and G20 Strong technical and data analysis experience. Very good working knowledge of the Reg Reporting Product Solutions. Experience of requirements management involving both internal and external project partners is important. Good knowledge of any ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) product. Due to the client facing nature of the role, excellent communication skills are critical, as is the ability to deal with a wide cross section of individuals and departments (internally and externally). You will liaise on a regular basis with client project teams and partners, primarily for the purpose of fulfilling the core software configuration functions and performing basic project management and business analysis duties. The ability to adapt and scale on demand is critical as you may be required to work on concurrent, parallel multi-stream/ multi-client project engagements. Good administrative skills are vital in order to schedule, host and document the attendance of a high number of customer meetings. Key responsibilities of the role: Support the Director of Client Services to development and implementation of the Operations & Technology strategy, translating it into actionable long-term plans for a country/entity. Support the strategy for the team and develops clear system requirements to support service delivery. Support the delivery for the achievement of operational and customer satisfaction metrics, driving client-focused initiatives where required. Support the Development and implementation of appropriate processes and procedures that underpin fast, effective, and reliable service delivery. Support the direction to the team to ensure delivery within agreed timescales. Maintains effective processes and drives continuous improvement plans. Supports & develop insights from activity reports and communicates recommendations to senior management. Experience and skills required: Financial services industry experience Understands and addresses customer needs, collaborates with and influences others Knows the business, thinks globally, and applies a commercial mind-set Uses in-depth understanding of LSEG's business model, operations, and financial position to drive growth Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to chair meetings ensuring executive and senior management decisions lead to the fulfilment of strategic objectives. Brevity, negotiation skills, diplomacy, tact and tenacity which are fundamental for being successful in this role. Good background in incident investigation and incident resolution. Exposure to/ basic business knowledge of middle/ back office financial processes, especially in the areas outlined in the role profile (section 1). Good industry/ financial knowledge; ability to communicate and understand terminology used by clients (both technical and financial terminology). Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and calm demeanour, especially in escalated circumstances. Strong listening skills; open to input from other team members and departments. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject . If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role Overview The role is for a storage specialist/backup specialist capable of working within an established global team of engineers, responsible for both storage and backup infrastructure. In terms of responsibilities it will entail; Pure Storage & SAN networking (Cisco MDS) NetApp cDOT and 7-mode CommVault Veeam Role Responsibilities Manage day to day storage operations for products such as NetApp & Pure via follow the sun model. Manage Backup escalations for Veeam & CommVault for TP ICAP Global estate via follow the sun model. Manage SAN fabric zoning. Provide strategical & architectural design for TP ICAP Platform space including Storage & Backup platforms. Provide support to developers & application teams with regards to Storage & Backup platforms. Evaluate all storage best practices. Analyse all platform level changes and monitor impact for same and provide appropriate technical solutions to resolve all issues efficiently. Provide an efficient interface with various teams and provide appropriate technical support to all teams working on various platforms. Develop various capacity planning reports to be presented to management. Write/develop & maintain all required documentation around HLD/LLD/IDES/Runbook. Building, delivering and troubleshooting platform services and capabilities that enable speed, scale and quality, supporting the TP ICAP & Liquidnet technology platform. Work as part of a Hosting team, building on premise infrastructure, developing application services, and managing IaaS on-premise. Working as part of the Hosting team to create & deliver technical roadmaps across the Storage & Backup platforms. Proactively manage the estate efficiency and hygiene by maintaining the infrastructure to accepted engineering standards. Represent storage services to the business, risk and compliance contacts. Identify and deliver cost saving initiatives. Provide capacity reports & planning inline & to accommodate business demands/needs. Experience / Competences Essential NetApp provisioning, CIFS and NFS presentation and troubleshooting. NetApp SnapLock Compliance. NetApp cDOT upgrade planning and execution. NetApp SnapMirror functions and failover. Pure Storage provisioning, via vSphere plugin, as well as non-VMware related provisioning. Pure Storage upgrade planning and execution. SAN zoning on Cisco MDS. CommVault troubleshooting, adding and removing agents from existing plans. Desired Ansible knowledge, for configuration management of NetApp and Pure arrays. Ansible knowledge for DR/SnapMirror automation. Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role Overview The role is for a storage specialist/backup specialist capable of working within an established global team of engineers, responsible for both storage and backup infrastructure. In terms of responsibilities it will entail; Pure Storage & SAN networking (Cisco MDS) NetApp cDOT and 7-mode CommVault Veeam Role Responsibilities Manage day to day storage operations for products such as NetApp & Pure via follow the sun model. Manage Backup escalations for Veeam & CommVault for TP ICAP Global estate via follow the sun model. Manage SAN fabric zoning. Provide strategical & architectural design for TP ICAP Platform space including Storage & Backup platforms. Provide support to developers & application teams with regards to Storage & Backup platforms. Evaluate all storage best practices. Analyse all platform level changes and monitor impact for same and provide appropriate technical solutions to resolve all issues efficiently. Provide an efficient interface with various teams and provide appropriate technical support to all teams working on various platforms. Develop various capacity planning reports to be presented to management. Write/develop & maintain all required documentation around HLD/LLD/IDES/Runbook. Building, delivering and troubleshooting platform services and capabilities that enable speed, scale and quality, supporting the TP ICAP & Liquidnet technology platform. Work as part of a Hosting team, building on premise infrastructure, developing application services, and managing IaaS on-premise. Working as part of the Hosting team to create & deliver technical roadmaps across the Storage & Backup platforms. Proactively manage the estate efficiency and hygiene by maintaining the infrastructure to accepted engineering standards. Represent storage services to the business, risk and compliance contacts. Identify and deliver cost saving initiatives. Provide capacity reports & planning inline & to accommodate business demands/needs. Experience / Competences Essential NetApp provisioning, CIFS and NFS presentation and troubleshooting. NetApp SnapLock Compliance. NetApp cDOT upgrade planning and execution. NetApp SnapMirror functions and failover. Pure Storage provisioning, via vSphere plugin, as well as non-VMware related provisioning. Pure Storage upgrade planning and execution. SAN zoning on Cisco MDS. CommVault troubleshooting, adding and removing agents from existing plans. Desired Ansible knowledge, for configuration management of NetApp and Pure arrays. Ansible knowledge for DR/SnapMirror automation. Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London
Job title: Linux System Engineer Salary: Up to GBP $90,000 + Bonus Client: World-leading, award-winning Quant Fund Location: London, Sydney, Dubai, Shanghai Experience level: 1-7 years Benefits: Great salary package, exceptional bonuses, and industry-leading benefits An elite-level, award-winning Quant Fund in Dubai is looking for a talented and passionate System Specialist to join their team (London/Sydney/Dubai/Shanghai) and play a critical role in managing and supporting the company's global trading platform. The company is looking for someone who is passionate about what they do and has the desire to continuously develop and grow career-wise. Joining this company would immediately make you one of the most desired System Engineers. Desired Skills/Experience Exp in a Linux/Unix environment Experience in operations, systems, and engineering tasks Expertise in containerization technologies within Linux environments Proficient in scripting and programming (Python, Go, Bash) Experienced in managing tools and protocols including Gitlab, Kafka etc Capable of building and deploying using GitOps workflows Skilled in container technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker/Podman Created and enhanced CI/CD pipelines and automation experience Why work there? Opportunity to work with some of the latest, most sophisticated technology in the world Dynamic environment - new and exciting challenges every day, and no two days will be the same Very friendly and collaborative environment Heavy emphasis on investing in your personal development Excellent salary with outstanding bonuses (which are guaranteed) The client is happy to wait for notice periods and bonuses to be paid. Also, a full job spec is available. Preferred; Hedgefund/Quant/Finance/Front office knowledge If interested, then please apply with your updated CV ASAP.
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
Job title: Linux System Engineer Salary: Up to GBP $90,000 + Bonus Client: World-leading, award-winning Quant Fund Location: London, Sydney, Dubai, Shanghai Experience level: 1-7 years Benefits: Great salary package, exceptional bonuses, and industry-leading benefits An elite-level, award-winning Quant Fund in Dubai is looking for a talented and passionate System Specialist to join their team (London/Sydney/Dubai/Shanghai) and play a critical role in managing and supporting the company's global trading platform. The company is looking for someone who is passionate about what they do and has the desire to continuously develop and grow career-wise. Joining this company would immediately make you one of the most desired System Engineers. Desired Skills/Experience Exp in a Linux/Unix environment Experience in operations, systems, and engineering tasks Expertise in containerization technologies within Linux environments Proficient in scripting and programming (Python, Go, Bash) Experienced in managing tools and protocols including Gitlab, Kafka etc Capable of building and deploying using GitOps workflows Skilled in container technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker/Podman Created and enhanced CI/CD pipelines and automation experience Why work there? Opportunity to work with some of the latest, most sophisticated technology in the world Dynamic environment - new and exciting challenges every day, and no two days will be the same Very friendly and collaborative environment Heavy emphasis on investing in your personal development Excellent salary with outstanding bonuses (which are guaranteed) The client is happy to wait for notice periods and bonuses to be paid. Also, a full job spec is available. Preferred; Hedgefund/Quant/Finance/Front office knowledge If interested, then please apply with your updated CV ASAP.