For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing. Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive. Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector. About the role and our Engineering team Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion! Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. How you will make a difference The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department. The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies. You are responsible for Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals. Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality. Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement. Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing. Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality. Technical requirements In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing. Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent. Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts. Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting. Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues. Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams. Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance. Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities. Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices. Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing. Skills and experience Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles. Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous. What's in it for you Private medical care and cash plan Flexible working hours Continuous training Cycle scheme and sponsored gym Learning and development Wellness and mindfulness perks Colleague volunteering Life assurance Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients Our culture We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape. Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed. Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer's biggest challenges and help them get ahead. Embrace every opportunity: We're inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers. Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way. What to expect We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we're keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career. Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better. Lendscape is for everyone Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work - a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We're a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. We look forward to connecting with you.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing. Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive. Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector. About the role and our Engineering team Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion! Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. How you will make a difference The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department. The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies. You are responsible for Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals. Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three. Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality. Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement. Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing. Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality. Technical requirements In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps. Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle. Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing. Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent. Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts. Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting. Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues. Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams. Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance. Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities. Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices. Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing. Skills and experience Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles. Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous. What's in it for you Private medical care and cash plan Flexible working hours Continuous training Cycle scheme and sponsored gym Learning and development Wellness and mindfulness perks Colleague volunteering Life assurance Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients Our culture We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape. Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed. Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer's biggest challenges and help them get ahead. Embrace every opportunity: We're inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers. Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way. What to expect We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we're keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career. Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better. Lendscape is for everyone Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work - a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We're a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. We look forward to connecting with you.
InstaDeep is the AI specialist for our parent company BioNTech, combining our state-of-the-art research expertise in deep learning and biology. We specialise in not only developing new fundamental research but also in every stage of production that research to deliver benefit. As a senior/principal software engineer, you will lead initiatives in collaboration with experts in AI and biology to develop software that contributes to the research and delivery of new treatments at the forefront of biological science. We work in diverse areas such as biomolecule manufacture, immunotherapy design, medical imaging, lab automation, and biochemical modelling. You will work with friendly, dedicated, exceptionally talented colleagues across multiple countries who are passionate about science and our mission to cure disease. This role does not have a machine learning component and is not expected to develop one with progression. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about advancing the state of the art in software engineering, to partner with our AI research and biology teams to complete projects that have an impact at the level of humanity as a whole, as well as influence the technical culture at one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. Role responsibilities Create innovative algorithms and system designs for state-of-the-art applications in biology. Draw on your creativity and deep experience to resolve complexity with simple solutions. Develop highly scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems satisfying complex functional requirements. Formulate plans and guide their execution to balance challenging combinations of needs, including ambitious capabilities, business urgency, avoidance of technical debt and maintenance of exacting quality standards. Continually develop technical excellence with state-of-the-art practices in software engineering and promote it within the company. Essential skills Master's degree or higher in computer science or a related field, or equivalent knowledge gained through professional experience. Experience working on large software projects across the complete product lifecycle with contributions in all main areas (planning, testing, maintenance, etc.) Expert knowledge of at least one of JavaScript, Python, or C#. Senior experience in at least one of these areas, ideally more than one: System architecture including cloud technologies, preferably with a data focus. Development of software libraries and tools including packaging and distribution with Python, Docker, or ideally both. Full stack development of web applications using React. Knowledge of software engineering technologies and practices relating to team collaboration and to quality, and experience instituting them in engineering teams. Experience mentoring colleagues and a strong desire to do so. Genuine interest in biology and AI. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Desirable skills Career length is not a requirement, but due to the required skills successful candidates are likely to have 8 or more years of professional experience. Experience leading teams or managing reports. Experience leading successfully released software products or systems. Ability to inspire colleagues and cultivate a passion for technical excellence. Professional experience or formal education relating to biology or machine learning. Professional experience and/or desire to be involved in: Customer interaction, communication, and requirements gathering. Project management. Software design and specification. C++ and high-performance computing technologies. DevOps, Kubernetes, deployment, and production operations.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
InstaDeep is the AI specialist for our parent company BioNTech, combining our state-of-the-art research expertise in deep learning and biology. We specialise in not only developing new fundamental research but also in every stage of production that research to deliver benefit. As a senior/principal software engineer, you will lead initiatives in collaboration with experts in AI and biology to develop software that contributes to the research and delivery of new treatments at the forefront of biological science. We work in diverse areas such as biomolecule manufacture, immunotherapy design, medical imaging, lab automation, and biochemical modelling. You will work with friendly, dedicated, exceptionally talented colleagues across multiple countries who are passionate about science and our mission to cure disease. This role does not have a machine learning component and is not expected to develop one with progression. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about advancing the state of the art in software engineering, to partner with our AI research and biology teams to complete projects that have an impact at the level of humanity as a whole, as well as influence the technical culture at one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. Role responsibilities Create innovative algorithms and system designs for state-of-the-art applications in biology. Draw on your creativity and deep experience to resolve complexity with simple solutions. Develop highly scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems satisfying complex functional requirements. Formulate plans and guide their execution to balance challenging combinations of needs, including ambitious capabilities, business urgency, avoidance of technical debt and maintenance of exacting quality standards. Continually develop technical excellence with state-of-the-art practices in software engineering and promote it within the company. Essential skills Master's degree or higher in computer science or a related field, or equivalent knowledge gained through professional experience. Experience working on large software projects across the complete product lifecycle with contributions in all main areas (planning, testing, maintenance, etc.) Expert knowledge of at least one of JavaScript, Python, or C#. Senior experience in at least one of these areas, ideally more than one: System architecture including cloud technologies, preferably with a data focus. Development of software libraries and tools including packaging and distribution with Python, Docker, or ideally both. Full stack development of web applications using React. Knowledge of software engineering technologies and practices relating to team collaboration and to quality, and experience instituting them in engineering teams. Experience mentoring colleagues and a strong desire to do so. Genuine interest in biology and AI. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Desirable skills Career length is not a requirement, but due to the required skills successful candidates are likely to have 8 or more years of professional experience. Experience leading teams or managing reports. Experience leading successfully released software products or systems. Ability to inspire colleagues and cultivate a passion for technical excellence. Professional experience or formal education relating to biology or machine learning. Professional experience and/or desire to be involved in: Customer interaction, communication, and requirements gathering. Project management. Software design and specification. C++ and high-performance computing technologies. DevOps, Kubernetes, deployment, and production operations.
This is a role for a sector specialist who has experience working as Business Intelligence or Data Management Lead in a fast-paced environment and for someone who is friendly, approachable and proactive in bringing new ideas to the table. Working within the IT department, the Head of Business Intelligence owns the reporting and analysis platform to design and deliver enterprise operational reporting, management information and analytics solutions. Capability Development: Develop a strategy to transition from manual desktop reporting to a unified business intelligence platform. Act as a Solution Architect for reporting and analytics, prioritizing activities aligned with business goals. Lead development teams, coordinate deliverables, and communicate progress. Establish a Data Governance Framework and ensure data quality and ownership. Own the Data Dictionary and standard reporting services, promoting understanding within the firm. Strategize self-service reporting and analysis, fostering business intelligence skills across functions. Provide training and documentation for effective technology usage. Business Intelligence Solution Delivery: Analyze reporting requirements and design solutions to meet objectives. Simplify, standardize, and optimize processes using BI and data tools. Identify data needs aligned with business priorities. Advise on data solution designs for performance and accuracy. Prototype, demonstrate, and document solutions. Refine delivery methods, automation, and QA processes. Manage external development teams and align delivery with cloud and change management processes. Oversee testing and contribute to solution architecture and frameworks. Performance & Quality: Update technical knowledge and skills regularly. Ensure development meets quality and timeliness standards, providing feedback and coaching. Manage time effectively between new solutions and support. Act as an IT ambassador, facilitating communication on software and service delivery and building cross-departmental relationships. Core Qualities and Skills: Proficient in leading business intelligence platforms/tools (e.g., Qliksense, PowerBI, Tableau). Expertise in business intelligence concepts, data visualization, and analytics. Skilled in data modeling for optimized reporting and analysis. Extensive experience in business analysis and process optimization. Comprehensive understanding of Azure platform and its services. Strong background in data engineering, including ETL, data cleaning, and warehousing. Hands-on experience with Azure data services like Azure SQL Database and Data Factory. Proficiency in SQL databases, particularly Azure SQL Database. Understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines, with experience in related tools. Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on technical troubleshooting and long-term strategies. Experience in Technology and Data teams within financial sectors. Desired Qualities and Skills: Stakeholder relationship management, maintaining effective communication and understanding needs. Familiarity with big data technologies like Apache Spark and Hadoop. Understanding of broader cloud architecture principles and services from AWS or Google Cloud. Additional relevant certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Tableau certification. Experience with project management methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Kanban.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
This is a role for a sector specialist who has experience working as Business Intelligence or Data Management Lead in a fast-paced environment and for someone who is friendly, approachable and proactive in bringing new ideas to the table. Working within the IT department, the Head of Business Intelligence owns the reporting and analysis platform to design and deliver enterprise operational reporting, management information and analytics solutions. Capability Development: Develop a strategy to transition from manual desktop reporting to a unified business intelligence platform. Act as a Solution Architect for reporting and analytics, prioritizing activities aligned with business goals. Lead development teams, coordinate deliverables, and communicate progress. Establish a Data Governance Framework and ensure data quality and ownership. Own the Data Dictionary and standard reporting services, promoting understanding within the firm. Strategize self-service reporting and analysis, fostering business intelligence skills across functions. Provide training and documentation for effective technology usage. Business Intelligence Solution Delivery: Analyze reporting requirements and design solutions to meet objectives. Simplify, standardize, and optimize processes using BI and data tools. Identify data needs aligned with business priorities. Advise on data solution designs for performance and accuracy. Prototype, demonstrate, and document solutions. Refine delivery methods, automation, and QA processes. Manage external development teams and align delivery with cloud and change management processes. Oversee testing and contribute to solution architecture and frameworks. Performance & Quality: Update technical knowledge and skills regularly. Ensure development meets quality and timeliness standards, providing feedback and coaching. Manage time effectively between new solutions and support. Act as an IT ambassador, facilitating communication on software and service delivery and building cross-departmental relationships. Core Qualities and Skills: Proficient in leading business intelligence platforms/tools (e.g., Qliksense, PowerBI, Tableau). Expertise in business intelligence concepts, data visualization, and analytics. Skilled in data modeling for optimized reporting and analysis. Extensive experience in business analysis and process optimization. Comprehensive understanding of Azure platform and its services. Strong background in data engineering, including ETL, data cleaning, and warehousing. Hands-on experience with Azure data services like Azure SQL Database and Data Factory. Proficiency in SQL databases, particularly Azure SQL Database. Understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines, with experience in related tools. Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on technical troubleshooting and long-term strategies. Experience in Technology and Data teams within financial sectors. Desired Qualities and Skills: Stakeholder relationship management, maintaining effective communication and understanding needs. Familiarity with big data technologies like Apache Spark and Hadoop. Understanding of broader cloud architecture principles and services from AWS or Google Cloud. Additional relevant certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Tableau certification. Experience with project management methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Kanban.
AI Specialist We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead AI Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. As a Lead AI SME, you will play a critical role in driving the development and implementation of artificial intelligence solutions within our organization. Your expertise in AI technologies and industry best practices will help guide our team in leveraging the power of AI to improve our products and services. Must have skills : Gen AI, Machine Learning algorithms, Deep Learning frameworks, Natural Language processing, Python working with the technologies who is good in building the AI models who generates GEN AI data modelling, python, data science background, Scripting around AI models learnt AI, current exp in AI. designing, developing AI models, deploy AI model. can write pocs, automate the process. driving the automation AI models within the team. 8 to 10 years senior material or lead - prior exp Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI models and algorithms. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the AI team, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in their roles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize AI opportunities that align with our business objectives. Conduct research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI technologies, frameworks, and methodologies. Evaluate and select appropriate AI tools and platforms for different use cases. Design and implement data collection strategies to ensure the availability of high-quality data for AI model training. Develop performance evaluation methodologies to measure the effectiveness and accuracy of AI models. Stay informed about industry regulations and ethical considerations related to AI, and ensure compliance in all AI initiatives. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Proven experience in developing and deploying AI models in real-world applications. Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks, and natural language processing techniques. Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI development, such as Python. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and critically. Strong communication and collaboration skills, ability to convey complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively. Solid understanding of data management, data cleaning, and data preprocessing techniques. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and experience with big data frameworks like Apache Spark.
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
AI Specialist We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead AI Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. As a Lead AI SME, you will play a critical role in driving the development and implementation of artificial intelligence solutions within our organization. Your expertise in AI technologies and industry best practices will help guide our team in leveraging the power of AI to improve our products and services. Must have skills : Gen AI, Machine Learning algorithms, Deep Learning frameworks, Natural Language processing, Python working with the technologies who is good in building the AI models who generates GEN AI data modelling, python, data science background, Scripting around AI models learnt AI, current exp in AI. designing, developing AI models, deploy AI model. can write pocs, automate the process. driving the automation AI models within the team. 8 to 10 years senior material or lead - prior exp Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI models and algorithms. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the AI team, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in their roles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize AI opportunities that align with our business objectives. Conduct research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI technologies, frameworks, and methodologies. Evaluate and select appropriate AI tools and platforms for different use cases. Design and implement data collection strategies to ensure the availability of high-quality data for AI model training. Develop performance evaluation methodologies to measure the effectiveness and accuracy of AI models. Stay informed about industry regulations and ethical considerations related to AI, and ensure compliance in all AI initiatives. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Proven experience in developing and deploying AI models in real-world applications. Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks, and natural language processing techniques. Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI development, such as Python. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and critically. Strong communication and collaboration skills, ability to convey complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively. Solid understanding of data management, data cleaning, and data preprocessing techniques. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and experience with big data frameworks like Apache Spark.
Prestigious opportunity for Senior DevOps Engineers, who are hands on and possess a deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes within the industry. Working in our hybrid model of up to 2 days a week in office / 3 days WFH. Responsibilities Design, build and maintain secure cloud infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, OWASP and release pipelines using Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps Deploy and monitor software and configuration changes with Ansible, Jfrog, AppD, Azure Monitor, etc. Understand Microsoft Azure, ideally their Platform as a Service offerings (App Services, Azure SQL, Azure Search, Azure Key Vault etc.), as well as Azure DevOps Use Terraform templates and scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python. Use Test-Driven Development and associated technologies such as NUnit, XUnit Serve as a coach and mentor to team colleagues and act as an internal consultant and advisor for other technical teams with relation to leveraging automation technologies. Comfortable working in a highly visible and business-facing role where you need to break down complex problems, facilitate capturing requirements and provide creative solutions suitable to the stakeholder's problem statement. Demonstrate a passion for cloud engineering and eager to help shape an agile-minded cloud platform team ready for growth. Deliverables: Terraform provisioning templates that are supportable / maintainable. Building of the Azure Sandbox / Landing zones. Applying NSG / ASG and associated security. Providing an E2E solution for automating the provisioning of code, config, data. Proving documentation to cover the above. In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing training and career development with an excellent benefits package! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Prestigious opportunity for Senior DevOps Engineers, who are hands on and possess a deep understanding of the Azure ecosystem to join delivery teams working on some of the most exciting digital programmes within the industry. Working in our hybrid model of up to 2 days a week in office / 3 days WFH. Responsibilities Design, build and maintain secure cloud infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, OWASP and release pipelines using Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps Deploy and monitor software and configuration changes with Ansible, Jfrog, AppD, Azure Monitor, etc. Understand Microsoft Azure, ideally their Platform as a Service offerings (App Services, Azure SQL, Azure Search, Azure Key Vault etc.), as well as Azure DevOps Use Terraform templates and scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python. Use Test-Driven Development and associated technologies such as NUnit, XUnit Serve as a coach and mentor to team colleagues and act as an internal consultant and advisor for other technical teams with relation to leveraging automation technologies. Comfortable working in a highly visible and business-facing role where you need to break down complex problems, facilitate capturing requirements and provide creative solutions suitable to the stakeholder's problem statement. Demonstrate a passion for cloud engineering and eager to help shape an agile-minded cloud platform team ready for growth. Deliverables: Terraform provisioning templates that are supportable / maintainable. Building of the Azure Sandbox / Landing zones. Applying NSG / ASG and associated security. Providing an E2E solution for automating the provisioning of code, config, data. Proving documentation to cover the above. In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing training and career development with an excellent benefits package! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Automation Tester required on an initial 3-month contract (Outside IR35) paying 350 - 400 per day. You will be working for a very specialist organisation who utilise data and AI to offer their customers efficiencies and ultimately lower costs, so this is a chance to work for a niche organisation and should provide some very interesting work. It's a busy time to join as they have been re-shaping their strategy and have identified that their testing process could be a lot slicker, so really need someone with the expertise to drive it forward and make their recommendations about how best to proceed. Their main goal is to devise and implement automated tests for their in-house software product with the idea that this capability should be repeatable, fully automated and provide significant coverage. As a result, they require someone with previous experience setting up automation test frameworks from scratch. Initially, the contract will be 3 months with potential for extension beyond this. The role will be office-based; however, they will likely allow the right person to WFH on a Friday. Responsibilities: Writing script for database restoration. Developing an automation project with Selenium in C# Automating tests for deployment triggers Illustrate achievements and scope through practical executions and supporting documentation Key skills: MSSQL Ability to write test scripts in SQL Selenium WebDriver with C# Experience working with image comparison techniques Azure DevOps pipeline The interview process for this one is 2 stages - 1 30min online call and then the other face-to-face. They are looking for someone to start IMMEDIATELY and will be paying between 350 - 400 per day. If this sounds like something of interest to you, please apply immediately. You can reach me on (phone number removed), or alternatively (url removed).
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
Automation Tester required on an initial 3-month contract (Outside IR35) paying 350 - 400 per day. You will be working for a very specialist organisation who utilise data and AI to offer their customers efficiencies and ultimately lower costs, so this is a chance to work for a niche organisation and should provide some very interesting work. It's a busy time to join as they have been re-shaping their strategy and have identified that their testing process could be a lot slicker, so really need someone with the expertise to drive it forward and make their recommendations about how best to proceed. Their main goal is to devise and implement automated tests for their in-house software product with the idea that this capability should be repeatable, fully automated and provide significant coverage. As a result, they require someone with previous experience setting up automation test frameworks from scratch. Initially, the contract will be 3 months with potential for extension beyond this. The role will be office-based; however, they will likely allow the right person to WFH on a Friday. Responsibilities: Writing script for database restoration. Developing an automation project with Selenium in C# Automating tests for deployment triggers Illustrate achievements and scope through practical executions and supporting documentation Key skills: MSSQL Ability to write test scripts in SQL Selenium WebDriver with C# Experience working with image comparison techniques Azure DevOps pipeline The interview process for this one is 2 stages - 1 30min online call and then the other face-to-face. They are looking for someone to start IMMEDIATELY and will be paying between 350 - 400 per day. If this sounds like something of interest to you, please apply immediately. You can reach me on (phone number removed), or alternatively (url removed).
Senior Digital Marketing Specialist Our client, a leading player in the marketing sector, is seeking a dynamic Senior Digital Marketing Specialist to join their team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the digital strategy and drive sustainable practices in the logistics industry. As a key member of the marketing team, you will be responsible for crafting innovative campaigns to enhance brand awareness, generate leads, and promote the adoption of cutting-edge zero-emission technology. Your Responsibilities: Develop and execute paid advertising campaigns across platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn, and Twitter Manage and update the company website, ensuring optimal performance and incorporating edits from various teams Implement SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and drive targeted traffic Continuously run and optimize the website for lead capture and conversions through A/B testing, landing page optimization, and user experience improvements Create engaging social media content and implement strategies to grow the online community and engagement Oversee email marketing programs, including list segmentation, campaign creation, and automation Analyze performance data to optimize budgets, campaigns, and overall digital marketing ROI Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends and identify new opportunities to extend the online reach Monitor the online presence of the company brand across social media and other platforms You Have: Significant experience (3+ years) executing successful digital marketing campaigns, preferably within a start-up or similar setting Demonstrated track record of driving results through paid advertising on platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn, and Twitter Strong understanding of lead generation and sales funnel optimization tactics Excellent analytical skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making Proficiency with web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) and campaign tracking Familiarity with marketing automation and CRM systems Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and adapt quickly in a dynamic start-up environment Structured approach to prioritization, even in an iterative and changing environment Excellent communication and collaboration skills What We Offer: 30 Days Holiday Employee Share Scheme Sabbatical after 3 years! 5% Matched Pension Free Quarterly Socials & Lunches Annual Counselling Sessions Wellbeing Day Cycle to Work Scheme Laptop If you are ready to make a difference in the transport and logistics industry and join a purpose-driven startup, apply now!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Senior Digital Marketing Specialist Our client, a leading player in the marketing sector, is seeking a dynamic Senior Digital Marketing Specialist to join their team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the digital strategy and drive sustainable practices in the logistics industry. As a key member of the marketing team, you will be responsible for crafting innovative campaigns to enhance brand awareness, generate leads, and promote the adoption of cutting-edge zero-emission technology. Your Responsibilities: Develop and execute paid advertising campaigns across platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn, and Twitter Manage and update the company website, ensuring optimal performance and incorporating edits from various teams Implement SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings and drive targeted traffic Continuously run and optimize the website for lead capture and conversions through A/B testing, landing page optimization, and user experience improvements Create engaging social media content and implement strategies to grow the online community and engagement Oversee email marketing programs, including list segmentation, campaign creation, and automation Analyze performance data to optimize budgets, campaigns, and overall digital marketing ROI Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends and identify new opportunities to extend the online reach Monitor the online presence of the company brand across social media and other platforms You Have: Significant experience (3+ years) executing successful digital marketing campaigns, preferably within a start-up or similar setting Demonstrated track record of driving results through paid advertising on platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn, and Twitter Strong understanding of lead generation and sales funnel optimization tactics Excellent analytical skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making Proficiency with web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) and campaign tracking Familiarity with marketing automation and CRM systems Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and adapt quickly in a dynamic start-up environment Structured approach to prioritization, even in an iterative and changing environment Excellent communication and collaboration skills What We Offer: 30 Days Holiday Employee Share Scheme Sabbatical after 3 years! 5% Matched Pension Free Quarterly Socials & Lunches Annual Counselling Sessions Wellbeing Day Cycle to Work Scheme Laptop If you are ready to make a difference in the transport and logistics industry and join a purpose-driven startup, apply now!
Senior Marketing Specialist (HubSpot) - Edinburgh Hybrid - To 50K Candidates must have a proven track record working with HubSpot to be considered Lorien's client, a great central Edinburgh based firm who started out in the SEO domain and have since grown and evolved to become a key name in the Digital Transformation and CRM space, is looking for a Senior (Inbound) Marketing specialist with a solid grasp of HubSpot to come on board, take the reins across the duties below, and join a team we've recently introduced great new talent into ourselves. As well as flexible hybrid working and an office in the heart of the city centre (very commutable by train/bus/tram), they also offer a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing funded and supported training and upskilling opportunities, and a lot more. Here's what you'll get up to: Using your expertise and position as the key client contact and internal Project Manager for each account you own to craft and manage inbound strategies, liaising closely with personnel from across the business including service, sales and tech Assess and fulfil customer requirements using the full extent of HubSpot and its marketing functionality (including Automation/Ads/Email and Landing Pages/Campaigns and Assets/Lead Capture/etc.) Organise and drive cross-functional team members, and line up strategies from other departments to deliver value-adding results Ensure ongoing and fruitful relationships between the business and its accounts, and identifying commercial opportunities to upsell/implement new services And what they'd like to see in you: Previous record of delivering marketing projects and campaign management Demonstrable background with HubSpot Preferably a background in digital agency / marketing organisations Ability to work in a cross-functional team setting and bring a commercial mindset to the table Willingness to mentor less senior personnel to improve the function as you upskill yourself There is plenty more we can say about this fantastic firm and opportunity, so if this sounds like a great next step for you and you're up to the challenge, let us know and pop your latest CV over for us to discuss! Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Senior Marketing Specialist (HubSpot) - Edinburgh Hybrid - To 50K Candidates must have a proven track record working with HubSpot to be considered Lorien's client, a great central Edinburgh based firm who started out in the SEO domain and have since grown and evolved to become a key name in the Digital Transformation and CRM space, is looking for a Senior (Inbound) Marketing specialist with a solid grasp of HubSpot to come on board, take the reins across the duties below, and join a team we've recently introduced great new talent into ourselves. As well as flexible hybrid working and an office in the heart of the city centre (very commutable by train/bus/tram), they also offer a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing funded and supported training and upskilling opportunities, and a lot more. Here's what you'll get up to: Using your expertise and position as the key client contact and internal Project Manager for each account you own to craft and manage inbound strategies, liaising closely with personnel from across the business including service, sales and tech Assess and fulfil customer requirements using the full extent of HubSpot and its marketing functionality (including Automation/Ads/Email and Landing Pages/Campaigns and Assets/Lead Capture/etc.) Organise and drive cross-functional team members, and line up strategies from other departments to deliver value-adding results Ensure ongoing and fruitful relationships between the business and its accounts, and identifying commercial opportunities to upsell/implement new services And what they'd like to see in you: Previous record of delivering marketing projects and campaign management Demonstrable background with HubSpot Preferably a background in digital agency / marketing organisations Ability to work in a cross-functional team setting and bring a commercial mindset to the table Willingness to mentor less senior personnel to improve the function as you upskill yourself There is plenty more we can say about this fantastic firm and opportunity, so if this sounds like a great next step for you and you're up to the challenge, let us know and pop your latest CV over for us to discuss! Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Development Engineer Location: Hybrid/London Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Our client is looking for a Developer in the Java/Microservices/AWS space to join a growing practice. What you'll be doing: You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that is well tested, performant and maintainable. They should adhere to the agreed development life cycle, frameworks and quality criteria and collaborate readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes, working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configurability and smooth code deployment, plus pairing with other team members/new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, on boarding and pair coding/code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: * Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) * Integrating the application Front End services (with a basic understanding of web Front End technologies) * Managing the exchange of data between different Back End services (owned by separate development teams) and Front End application and third party API integration * Development of all Server Side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable * Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation * Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code and via Confluence/knowledge base articles * Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) * Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (eg logging, capacity/performance management, monitoring and distributed tracing/debugging) * End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments * Proactive skill and artefact building with regards assessing and adopting new technologies * Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech-talks and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions * Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates * Following agile software development life cycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation and non-functional considerations * Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you'll bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: * Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot * Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code * Experience working with streaming data (eg Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features * API specification/design and documentation * Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: * Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit/Pipeline/Deploy * Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps/Docker/Kubernetes/Function as a Service deployments * Broader AWS knowledge (eg S3, KMS, EKS) * Great attention to detail, organisational skills and a keen analytical mind * Experience with Front End JavaScript frameworks, such as React * Proven delivery success in large scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance/secure services, high throughput/availability non-functional demands) * Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges Education and Experience * SC Cleared * Experienced in consulting and ability to cope with pressured environments. * Ideally Public Sector/Central Government experience * Proven experience as Microservices Developer * Ideally AWS or Kubernetes Application Developer Certified Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Development Engineer Location: Hybrid/London Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Our client is looking for a Developer in the Java/Microservices/AWS space to join a growing practice. What you'll be doing: You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that is well tested, performant and maintainable. They should adhere to the agreed development life cycle, frameworks and quality criteria and collaborate readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes, working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configurability and smooth code deployment, plus pairing with other team members/new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, on boarding and pair coding/code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: * Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) * Integrating the application Front End services (with a basic understanding of web Front End technologies) * Managing the exchange of data between different Back End services (owned by separate development teams) and Front End application and third party API integration * Development of all Server Side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable * Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation * Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code and via Confluence/knowledge base articles * Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) * Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (eg logging, capacity/performance management, monitoring and distributed tracing/debugging) * End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments * Proactive skill and artefact building with regards assessing and adopting new technologies * Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech-talks and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions * Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates * Following agile software development life cycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation and non-functional considerations * Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you'll bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: * Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot * Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code * Experience working with streaming data (eg Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features * API specification/design and documentation * Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: * Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit/Pipeline/Deploy * Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps/Docker/Kubernetes/Function as a Service deployments * Broader AWS knowledge (eg S3, KMS, EKS) * Great attention to detail, organisational skills and a keen analytical mind * Experience with Front End JavaScript frameworks, such as React * Proven delivery success in large scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance/secure services, high throughput/availability non-functional demands) * Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges Education and Experience * SC Cleared * Experienced in consulting and ability to cope with pressured environments. * Ideally Public Sector/Central Government experience * Proven experience as Microservices Developer * Ideally AWS or Kubernetes Application Developer Certified Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Lead Software Engineer - .NET This award-winning specialist UK Financial Services Company are seeking an experienced Software Engineer Lead within a role that provides the opportunity to make a real difference in a time of planned growth within the organisation. Reporting into the Software Engineering Manager, you will be leading the build, configuration and maintenance of internally developed applications and products in an environment that is currently going through a substantial technology migration from on-premise to the Cloud. As the Lead Engineer, you will bring your experience and technical knowledge providing technical influence and leadership to drive maturity in a CI/CD/DevSecOps, test automation environment, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement within the Software Engineering Teams, providing technical mentoring and coaching, whilst supporting the Software Engineering Managers with capability management, governance and running of technical training workshops in a highly collaborative environment. Key Activities Define implementation options for technical change (at and above the Epic level) and translate technical change Epics into Features for Engineering teams incorporating security, performance, availability, supportability (including upgrades), maintainability and roadmap progression aspects. Lead and drive refinement of technical Features with Software Engineering teams Lead the technical planning and coordination of multi-team/complex production releases/deployments. Support Engineering teams, where required, with single-team production releases/deployments. Support Software Engineering Managers with root cause analysis and identifying continual improvement opportunities in production release capability and reliability. Support Software Engineering teams with technical problem solving, incident resolution and technical thought leadership as required to support progression of day-to-day Engineering team activity. Use technical mentoring & coaching techniques to enable Software Engineering teams to gain technical confidence and competence lifting team capability and self-sufficiency over time. Support Software Engineering Mangers to foster innovation within teams and introduce new ways of working by embracing, role modelling and driving a DevSecOps/CALMS model culture within teams. Deriving Features from Epics (that require Engineering delivery) and leading refinement sessions with Engineering teams. Participating in Engineering team Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, refinement and planning. Supporting Software Engineering Managers in refining and embedding Engineering roadmaps within teams and supporting governance and risk tasks. Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Demonstrable skills in the following: Microsoft .NET development stack JAM development stack DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (Azure DevOps preferrable) Microsoft Azure SaaS/PaaS capabilities Containerisation (Docker/K8s) Microsoft Dynamics 365 Excellent technical thought leadership, negotiation and influencing skills Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and communicate complex technical concepts as simple to understand commercial outcomes Excellent technical coaching and mentoring skills Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills Strong knowledge of technical excellence practice and DevOps/CALMS methodologies Understanding of Agile delivery processes/methodologies Understanding of business processes Proven technical thought leadership and DevOps/CALMS best practice Proven experience of developing and deploying scalable, secure and highly available cloud applications Proven experience of embedding security, performance, availability and maintainability aspects in delivery This is a hybrid role with a requirement of two days a week in the office. An outstanding opportunity awaits. Apply now!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Lead Software Engineer - .NET This award-winning specialist UK Financial Services Company are seeking an experienced Software Engineer Lead within a role that provides the opportunity to make a real difference in a time of planned growth within the organisation. Reporting into the Software Engineering Manager, you will be leading the build, configuration and maintenance of internally developed applications and products in an environment that is currently going through a substantial technology migration from on-premise to the Cloud. As the Lead Engineer, you will bring your experience and technical knowledge providing technical influence and leadership to drive maturity in a CI/CD/DevSecOps, test automation environment, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement within the Software Engineering Teams, providing technical mentoring and coaching, whilst supporting the Software Engineering Managers with capability management, governance and running of technical training workshops in a highly collaborative environment. Key Activities Define implementation options for technical change (at and above the Epic level) and translate technical change Epics into Features for Engineering teams incorporating security, performance, availability, supportability (including upgrades), maintainability and roadmap progression aspects. Lead and drive refinement of technical Features with Software Engineering teams Lead the technical planning and coordination of multi-team/complex production releases/deployments. Support Engineering teams, where required, with single-team production releases/deployments. Support Software Engineering Managers with root cause analysis and identifying continual improvement opportunities in production release capability and reliability. Support Software Engineering teams with technical problem solving, incident resolution and technical thought leadership as required to support progression of day-to-day Engineering team activity. Use technical mentoring & coaching techniques to enable Software Engineering teams to gain technical confidence and competence lifting team capability and self-sufficiency over time. Support Software Engineering Mangers to foster innovation within teams and introduce new ways of working by embracing, role modelling and driving a DevSecOps/CALMS model culture within teams. Deriving Features from Epics (that require Engineering delivery) and leading refinement sessions with Engineering teams. Participating in Engineering team Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, refinement and planning. Supporting Software Engineering Managers in refining and embedding Engineering roadmaps within teams and supporting governance and risk tasks. Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Demonstrable skills in the following: Microsoft .NET development stack JAM development stack DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (Azure DevOps preferrable) Microsoft Azure SaaS/PaaS capabilities Containerisation (Docker/K8s) Microsoft Dynamics 365 Excellent technical thought leadership, negotiation and influencing skills Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and communicate complex technical concepts as simple to understand commercial outcomes Excellent technical coaching and mentoring skills Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills Strong knowledge of technical excellence practice and DevOps/CALMS methodologies Understanding of Agile delivery processes/methodologies Understanding of business processes Proven technical thought leadership and DevOps/CALMS best practice Proven experience of developing and deploying scalable, secure and highly available cloud applications Proven experience of embedding security, performance, availability and maintainability aspects in delivery This is a hybrid role with a requirement of two days a week in the office. An outstanding opportunity awaits. Apply now!
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Lead Software Engineer - .NET This award-winning specialist UK Financial Services Company are seeking an experienced Software Engineer Lead within a role that provides the opportunity to make a real difference in a time of planned growth within the organisation. Reporting into the Software Engineering Manager, you will be leading the build, configuration and maintenance of internally developed applications and products in an environment that is currently going through a substantial technology migration from on-premise to the Cloud. As the Lead Engineer, you will bring your experience and technical knowledge providing technical influence and leadership to drive maturity in a CI/CD/DevSecOps, test automation environment, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement within the Software Engineering Teams, providing technical mentoring and coaching, whilst supporting the Software Engineering Managers with capability management, governance and running of technical training workshops in a highly collaborative environment. Key Activities Define implementation options for technical change (at and above the Epic level) and translate technical change Epics into Features for Engineering teams incorporating security, performance, availability, supportability (including upgrades), maintainability and roadmap progression aspects. Lead and drive refinement of technical Features with Software Engineering teams Lead the technical planning and coordination of multi-team/complex production releases/deployments. Support Engineering teams, where required, with single-team production releases/deployments. Support Software Engineering Managers with root cause analysis and identifying continual improvement opportunities in production release capability and reliability. Support Software Engineering teams with technical problem solving, incident resolution and technical thought leadership as required to support progression of day-to-day Engineering team activity. Use technical mentoring & coaching techniques to enable Software Engineering teams to gain technical confidence and competence lifting team capability and self-sufficiency over time. Support Software Engineering Mangers to foster innovation within teams and introduce new ways of working by embracing, role modelling and driving a DevSecOps/CALMS model culture within teams. Deriving Features from Epics (that require Engineering delivery) and leading refinement sessions with Engineering teams. Participating in Engineering team Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, refinement and planning. Supporting Software Engineering Managers in refining and embedding Engineering roadmaps within teams and supporting governance and risk tasks. Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Demonstrable skills in the following: Microsoft .NET development stack JAM development stack DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (Azure DevOps preferrable) Microsoft Azure SaaS/PaaS capabilities Containerisation (Docker/K8s) Microsoft Dynamics 365 Excellent technical thought leadership, negotiation and influencing skills Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and communicate complex technical concepts as simple to understand commercial outcomes Excellent technical coaching and mentoring skills Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills Strong knowledge of technical excellence practice and DevOps/CALMS methodologies Understanding of Agile delivery processes/methodologies Understanding of business processes Proven technical thought leadership and DevOps/CALMS best practice Proven experience of developing and deploying scalable, secure and highly available cloud applications Proven experience of embedding security, performance, availability and maintainability aspects in delivery This is a hybrid role with a requirement of two days a week in the office. An outstanding opportunity awaits. Apply now!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Lead Software Engineer - .NET This award-winning specialist UK Financial Services Company are seeking an experienced Software Engineer Lead within a role that provides the opportunity to make a real difference in a time of planned growth within the organisation. Reporting into the Software Engineering Manager, you will be leading the build, configuration and maintenance of internally developed applications and products in an environment that is currently going through a substantial technology migration from on-premise to the Cloud. As the Lead Engineer, you will bring your experience and technical knowledge providing technical influence and leadership to drive maturity in a CI/CD/DevSecOps, test automation environment, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement within the Software Engineering Teams, providing technical mentoring and coaching, whilst supporting the Software Engineering Managers with capability management, governance and running of technical training workshops in a highly collaborative environment. Key Activities Define implementation options for technical change (at and above the Epic level) and translate technical change Epics into Features for Engineering teams incorporating security, performance, availability, supportability (including upgrades), maintainability and roadmap progression aspects. Lead and drive refinement of technical Features with Software Engineering teams Lead the technical planning and coordination of multi-team/complex production releases/deployments. Support Engineering teams, where required, with single-team production releases/deployments. Support Software Engineering Managers with root cause analysis and identifying continual improvement opportunities in production release capability and reliability. Support Software Engineering teams with technical problem solving, incident resolution and technical thought leadership as required to support progression of day-to-day Engineering team activity. Use technical mentoring & coaching techniques to enable Software Engineering teams to gain technical confidence and competence lifting team capability and self-sufficiency over time. Support Software Engineering Mangers to foster innovation within teams and introduce new ways of working by embracing, role modelling and driving a DevSecOps/CALMS model culture within teams. Deriving Features from Epics (that require Engineering delivery) and leading refinement sessions with Engineering teams. Participating in Engineering team Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, refinement and planning. Supporting Software Engineering Managers in refining and embedding Engineering roadmaps within teams and supporting governance and risk tasks. Skills, Experience, and Qualifications Demonstrable skills in the following: Microsoft .NET development stack JAM development stack DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (Azure DevOps preferrable) Microsoft Azure SaaS/PaaS capabilities Containerisation (Docker/K8s) Microsoft Dynamics 365 Excellent technical thought leadership, negotiation and influencing skills Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and communicate complex technical concepts as simple to understand commercial outcomes Excellent technical coaching and mentoring skills Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills Strong knowledge of technical excellence practice and DevOps/CALMS methodologies Understanding of Agile delivery processes/methodologies Understanding of business processes Proven technical thought leadership and DevOps/CALMS best practice Proven experience of developing and deploying scalable, secure and highly available cloud applications Proven experience of embedding security, performance, availability and maintainability aspects in delivery This is a hybrid role with a requirement of two days a week in the office. An outstanding opportunity awaits. Apply now!
Role Title:Cyber Security Assurance Specialist Key Role Responsibilities Review new business proposals and provide specialist advice on security issues and implications. Set policies, standards and guidelines for how the organisation conducts security operations across the business and ensures alignment. Develop & establish supplier chain security agreements / contracts / questionnaires and manage completion and disengagement. Lead reviews of governance practices with appropriate and sufficient independence from management activity. Develop policies, standards, processes, guidelines for ensuring appropriate security standards are in place and are adhered to. Ensure architectural security principles are applied during project design to reduce risk. Drives adoption and adherence to policy, standards and guidelines. Design, architect and deliver security aspects within projects and provide expert assurance for secure implementation. Lead and support product security activities, including technical reviews and assessments of product security architectures and designs across a diverse range of complex infrastructure, data and application systems. Ensure timely and robust incident management resolution, including major incident response coordination and management. Deputise for the Senior IT Security Manager as and when required. Education, Qualifications & Training Achieved one or more relevant qualification / certification (i.e. CISSP, CISA, CISM Knowledge & Experience Expert knowledge of security data tools, information security controls, security best practice and management strategies. Experience of designing control maturity tests and conducting control maturity assessments. Experience of overseeing and leading remediation of security assessments, technical testing, and vulnerability analysis including Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and NIST CSF. Experience in incident response and overseeing improvement actions such as development and tuning of security monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Technical knowledge and broad hands-on experience of working with security technologies such as the Microsoft XDR stack, vulnerability management tools (Nessus and Rapid 7), EDR platforms, SIEMs (Splunk / Azure Sentinel), Powershell automation etc. Previous exposure to enterprise networking and infrastructure technologies Role Specific Skills & Behaviours Ability to work supportively and collaboratively with colleagues across Technology & transformation as well as the wider business. Ability to effectively coordinate and manage major incident responses. Ability to work under pressure and maintain customer service ethic. Ability to be creative. Ability to present complex security solutions and situations to those without technical knowledge. Ability to formulate effective and appropriate recommendations based on sound technical knowledge. Ability to confidently challenge deadlines, priorities and suggest alternative ways of achieving targets. Meticulous documentation skills used for service descriptions and in service/asset management tooling and knowledge bases. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Customer focused - always assessing the impact and urgency for customers as the priority. Able to develop the skills and competencies of others. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Role Title:Cyber Security Assurance Specialist Key Role Responsibilities Review new business proposals and provide specialist advice on security issues and implications. Set policies, standards and guidelines for how the organisation conducts security operations across the business and ensures alignment. Develop & establish supplier chain security agreements / contracts / questionnaires and manage completion and disengagement. Lead reviews of governance practices with appropriate and sufficient independence from management activity. Develop policies, standards, processes, guidelines for ensuring appropriate security standards are in place and are adhered to. Ensure architectural security principles are applied during project design to reduce risk. Drives adoption and adherence to policy, standards and guidelines. Design, architect and deliver security aspects within projects and provide expert assurance for secure implementation. Lead and support product security activities, including technical reviews and assessments of product security architectures and designs across a diverse range of complex infrastructure, data and application systems. Ensure timely and robust incident management resolution, including major incident response coordination and management. Deputise for the Senior IT Security Manager as and when required. Education, Qualifications & Training Achieved one or more relevant qualification / certification (i.e. CISSP, CISA, CISM Knowledge & Experience Expert knowledge of security data tools, information security controls, security best practice and management strategies. Experience of designing control maturity tests and conducting control maturity assessments. Experience of overseeing and leading remediation of security assessments, technical testing, and vulnerability analysis including Cyber Essentials, Cyber Essentials Plus, and NIST CSF. Experience in incident response and overseeing improvement actions such as development and tuning of security monitoring, alerting, and reporting. Technical knowledge and broad hands-on experience of working with security technologies such as the Microsoft XDR stack, vulnerability management tools (Nessus and Rapid 7), EDR platforms, SIEMs (Splunk / Azure Sentinel), Powershell automation etc. Previous exposure to enterprise networking and infrastructure technologies Role Specific Skills & Behaviours Ability to work supportively and collaboratively with colleagues across Technology & transformation as well as the wider business. Ability to effectively coordinate and manage major incident responses. Ability to work under pressure and maintain customer service ethic. Ability to be creative. Ability to present complex security solutions and situations to those without technical knowledge. Ability to formulate effective and appropriate recommendations based on sound technical knowledge. Ability to confidently challenge deadlines, priorities and suggest alternative ways of achieving targets. Meticulous documentation skills used for service descriptions and in service/asset management tooling and knowledge bases. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Customer focused - always assessing the impact and urgency for customers as the priority. Able to develop the skills and competencies of others. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
End Date Sunday 21 April 2024 Salary Range £62,874 - £69,860 We support flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary JOB TITLE: Security Control Specialist SALARY: £62,874 - £69,860 LOCATION: Leeds, Halifax, Glasgow, Edinburgh. HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our Risk hub locations. As a Security Control Specialist, you'll be responsible for the management & implementation of an effective control environment to support the management of Information, Cyber & Physical Security Risk, working in collaboration with other SMEs to ensure Risk Function s resilience. You'll engage and collaborate with key group-wide partners including Chief Security Office, Divisional & Technical Application Owners (D/TAOs), Enterprise Risk Platforms and other key SMEs as required. Job Description ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We re on an exciting journey and there couldn t be a better time to join us. We re putting in place a fresh operating model for non-financial risk management across the Group, empowering our people to take end-to-end accountability for managing the risks that they face! As a Security Control Specialist, you'll be responsible for the management & implementation of an effective control environment to support the management of Information, Cyber & Physical Security Risk, working in collaboration with other SMEs to ensure Risk Function s resilience. You'll engage and collaborate with key group-wide partners including Chief Security Office, Divisional & Technical Application Owners (D/TAOs), Enterprise Risk Platforms and other key SMEs as required. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Lead management of Information, Cyber & Physical Security Risk control environment including control testing & effectiveness, engagement with application owner population & reporting of compliance to senior colleagues. Promotes a Security-first culture within Risk Function to encourage individual responsibility & accountability for protecting the Group. Works with risk and control owner teams to help deliver against aligned customer, business and strategic outcomes. Analyses and assesses control environment effectiveness using a wide range of sources and identifies potential impacts on the business. Assists the development of the first line control management centre of excellence that supports safe growth and enables high quality customer service. Supports the development and implementation of the control strategy to monitor and test the design and operating effectiveness of the control environment across e2e business processes. Organises and prepares documentation, while also gathering and summarising data and information, to produce and maintain a set of standardised risk and control process maps. Provides primary leadership for control testing and transactional work, supervising a small group performing junior control management tasks. Supports the ongoing development of control tooling solutions to enable the optimisation and automation of the control environment. Supports timely reporting on the effectiveness and performance of controls and compliance through maintaining effective data quality (KCIs), completeness and accuracy of testing and monitoring activities. Assists in the management of actions on operational risk events and breaches following Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA). Identifies issues and then suggests and implements improvements to control environment with guidance from senior colleagues. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Strong understanding of Group Security Standards and Policy. Including Application Management & remediation of Security Non-Compliances, Insider & People & Physical Asset Security. Good understanding of controls and their practical implementation across relevant financial services disciplines and risk types. Some knowledge and experience of the approaches taken to manage non-financial/financial risk and a good technical understanding of business processes. Strong understanding and practical application of control testing and monitoring activities, with some experience of delivering control design and optimisation. Takes responsibility for growing their own skills and capabilities with support from senior colleagues. Informally coaches others in area of expertise to drive an uplift in skills and risk and control culture throughout the organisation Contributes to the development of both short- and medium-term strategies. Assigns short-term work schedules to the team in order to deliver agreed outcomes and within expected timelines. Uses compelling arguments to gain support and commitment of others. Strong ability to communicate and describe drivers of change and able to plan and implement these changes by gaining commitment and understanding across the organisation. Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organisation moving forward. For example, ensures that people s decisions are in line with policies and standards. Integrates analysis, experience, and other inputs to make effective decisions. Builds partnerships and collaboratively works with others to meet shared objectives. For example, encourages colleagues to work together as a team, and make sure they get recognition for doing so. ABOUT WORKING FOR US Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want everyone to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it s why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We re disability confident. So, if you d like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance Share schemes including free shares! Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping. 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies If you re excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We d love to hear from you. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
End Date Sunday 21 April 2024 Salary Range £62,874 - £69,860 We support flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary JOB TITLE: Security Control Specialist SALARY: £62,874 - £69,860 LOCATION: Leeds, Halifax, Glasgow, Edinburgh. HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our Risk hub locations. As a Security Control Specialist, you'll be responsible for the management & implementation of an effective control environment to support the management of Information, Cyber & Physical Security Risk, working in collaboration with other SMEs to ensure Risk Function s resilience. You'll engage and collaborate with key group-wide partners including Chief Security Office, Divisional & Technical Application Owners (D/TAOs), Enterprise Risk Platforms and other key SMEs as required. Job Description ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We re on an exciting journey and there couldn t be a better time to join us. We re putting in place a fresh operating model for non-financial risk management across the Group, empowering our people to take end-to-end accountability for managing the risks that they face! As a Security Control Specialist, you'll be responsible for the management & implementation of an effective control environment to support the management of Information, Cyber & Physical Security Risk, working in collaboration with other SMEs to ensure Risk Function s resilience. You'll engage and collaborate with key group-wide partners including Chief Security Office, Divisional & Technical Application Owners (D/TAOs), Enterprise Risk Platforms and other key SMEs as required. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Lead management of Information, Cyber & Physical Security Risk control environment including control testing & effectiveness, engagement with application owner population & reporting of compliance to senior colleagues. Promotes a Security-first culture within Risk Function to encourage individual responsibility & accountability for protecting the Group. Works with risk and control owner teams to help deliver against aligned customer, business and strategic outcomes. Analyses and assesses control environment effectiveness using a wide range of sources and identifies potential impacts on the business. Assists the development of the first line control management centre of excellence that supports safe growth and enables high quality customer service. Supports the development and implementation of the control strategy to monitor and test the design and operating effectiveness of the control environment across e2e business processes. Organises and prepares documentation, while also gathering and summarising data and information, to produce and maintain a set of standardised risk and control process maps. Provides primary leadership for control testing and transactional work, supervising a small group performing junior control management tasks. Supports the ongoing development of control tooling solutions to enable the optimisation and automation of the control environment. Supports timely reporting on the effectiveness and performance of controls and compliance through maintaining effective data quality (KCIs), completeness and accuracy of testing and monitoring activities. Assists in the management of actions on operational risk events and breaches following Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA). Identifies issues and then suggests and implements improvements to control environment with guidance from senior colleagues. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Strong understanding of Group Security Standards and Policy. Including Application Management & remediation of Security Non-Compliances, Insider & People & Physical Asset Security. Good understanding of controls and their practical implementation across relevant financial services disciplines and risk types. Some knowledge and experience of the approaches taken to manage non-financial/financial risk and a good technical understanding of business processes. Strong understanding and practical application of control testing and monitoring activities, with some experience of delivering control design and optimisation. Takes responsibility for growing their own skills and capabilities with support from senior colleagues. Informally coaches others in area of expertise to drive an uplift in skills and risk and control culture throughout the organisation Contributes to the development of both short- and medium-term strategies. Assigns short-term work schedules to the team in order to deliver agreed outcomes and within expected timelines. Uses compelling arguments to gain support and commitment of others. Strong ability to communicate and describe drivers of change and able to plan and implement these changes by gaining commitment and understanding across the organisation. Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organisation moving forward. For example, ensures that people s decisions are in line with policies and standards. Integrates analysis, experience, and other inputs to make effective decisions. Builds partnerships and collaboratively works with others to meet shared objectives. For example, encourages colleagues to work together as a team, and make sure they get recognition for doing so. ABOUT WORKING FOR US Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want everyone to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it s why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We re disability confident. So, if you d like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance Share schemes including free shares! Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping. 30 days holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies If you re excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We d love to hear from you. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
Development Engineer Location: Hybrid/London Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 Our client is looking for a Developer in the Java/Microservices/AWS space to join a growing practice. What you'll be doing: You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that is well tested, performant and maintainable. They should adhere to the agreed development lifecycle, frameworks and quality criteria and collaborate readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes, working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configurability and smooth code deployment, plus pairing with other team members / new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, on boarding and pair coding / code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) Integrating the application front-end services (with a basic understanding of web front-end technologies) Managing the exchange of data between different backend services (owned by separate development teams) and front-end application and third party API integration Development of all server-side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code and via Confluence / knowledge base articles Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (e.g. logging, capacity / performance management, monitoring and distributed tracing / debugging) End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments Proactive skill and artefact building with regards assessing and adopting new technologies Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech-talks and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates Following agile software development lifecycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation and non-functional considerations Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you'll bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code Experience working with streaming data (e.g. Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features API specification/design and documentation Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit / Pipeline / Deploy Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps / Docker / Kubernetes / Function as a Service deployments Broader AWS knowledge (e.g. S3, KMS, EKS) Great attention to detail, organisational skills and a keen analytical mind Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks, such as React Proven delivery success in large scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance / secure services, high throughput / availability non-functional demands) Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges Education and Experience SC Cleared Experienced in consulting and ability to cope with pressured environments. Ideally Public Sector/Central Government experience Proven experience as Microservices Developer Ideally AWS or Kubernetes Application Developer Certified Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Development Engineer Location: Hybrid/London Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 Our client is looking for a Developer in the Java/Microservices/AWS space to join a growing practice. What you'll be doing: You will be part of an agile team contributing to the build of digital products, developing new and enhancing existing software components. Your primary role is to develop clean code, adhering to SOLID principles that is well tested, performant and maintainable. They should adhere to the agreed development lifecycle, frameworks and quality criteria and collaborate readily with other agile delivery team members to enable the right outcome for the customer. This includes, working with Quality Assurance to support test automation, DevOps engineers to support security, configurability and smooth code deployment, plus pairing with other team members / new colleagues to assist with knowledge transfer, on boarding and pair coding / code reviews. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for: Delivery of high-quality development work results (structure, content, form) Integrating the application front-end services (with a basic understanding of web front-end technologies) Managing the exchange of data between different backend services (owned by separate development teams) and front-end application and third party API integration Development of all server-side logic, working with BA and Quality Assurance to ensure business logic is implemented as required and fully testable Introducing and owning technical user stories for integration and service optimisation Documenting solutions through flowcharts, diagrams, code comments, clear code and via Confluence / knowledge base articles Ensuring compliance with quality guidelines (Unit Tests, Code Quality, Test Driven Development) Addressing non-functional requirements and operational/support-relevant topics during conception and implementation (e.g. logging, capacity / performance management, monitoring and distributed tracing / debugging) End-to-end thinking during development - supporting and improving releases from test to integration and production environments Proactive skill and artefact building with regards assessing and adopting new technologies Presentation and demonstration of concepts and services via show-and-tell demos, tech-talks and taking part in direct user feedback and evaluation sessions Providing and collaborating to produce development work estimates Following agile software development lifecycles, but maintaining foresight to reduce tech debt where possible and not at the cost of good documentation, test automation and non-functional considerations Working under pressure and at pace when required to meet urgent client needs. What experience you'll bring: In order to be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in and a solid understanding of most of the following: Delivering integration micro-service patterns using Java Spring Boot Applying SOLID principles and creating clean code Experience working with streaming data (e.g. Apache Kafka) and AWS native messaging/streaming features API specification/design and documentation Working with SQL and NoSQL data sources such as Postgres and Mongo Experience with DevOps tooling and application hosting services such as: Jenkins, Drone, AWS CodeCommit / Pipeline / Deploy Atlassian stack, Azure DevOps / Docker / Kubernetes / Function as a Service deployments Broader AWS knowledge (e.g. S3, KMS, EKS) Great attention to detail, organisational skills and a keen analytical mind Experience with front-end JavaScript frameworks, such as React Proven delivery success in large scale development projects (including, for example, enterprise integration patterns, high assurance / secure services, high throughput / availability non-functional demands) Demonstrable collaborative team working and taking ownership of delivery commitments and addressing challenges Education and Experience SC Cleared Experienced in consulting and ability to cope with pressured environments. Ideally Public Sector/Central Government experience Proven experience as Microservices Developer Ideally AWS or Kubernetes Application Developer Certified Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Azure Architect Rate - 550 a day Location - London (Hybrid) Duration - 2 months initially IR35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) We are seeking a talented Azure Architect with a specialization in integration to join our dynamic team. As an Azure Architect - Integration Specialist, you will play a key role in architecting and implementing robust, scalable, and secure integration solutions leveraging the Microsoft Azure platform. Key Responsibilities: Platform Expertise: Deep understanding of Azure integration services and components, including Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, Azure API Management, Azure Data Factory, and Azure DevOps. Client Collaboration: Engage with clients to gather requirements, understand business objectives, and translate them into technical solutions. Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to clients on integration best practices and emerging technologies. Technical Leadership: Lead technical discussions, workshops, and design sessions with clients and internal teams. Mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous learning and development of the team. Implementation and Development: Hands-on implementation of integration solutions using Azure services, leveraging your expertise in .NET development, PowerShell scripting, and other relevant technologies. Security and Compliance: Ensure that integration solutions adhere to security best practices, compliance requirements, and data governance standards. Implement security controls, encryption mechanisms, and access management policies to protect sensitive data. Performance Optimization: Optimize integration solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability. Conduct performance testing, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure optimal performance under various workloads. Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of the latest Azure integration technologies, tools, and trends. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and optimization to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Microsoft Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Developer Associate, or Azure Administrator Associate are highly desirable. 5+ years of experience designing and implementing integration solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. Strong expertise in Azure integration services and components, with hands-on experience in Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, Azure API Management, Azure Data Factory, and Azure DevOps. Proficiency in .NET development, PowerShell scripting, and other relevant programming languages and technologies. Solid understanding of enterprise integration patterns, messaging protocols, and API design principles. Experience working in Agile development environments and familiarity with DevOps practices. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
Azure Architect Rate - 550 a day Location - London (Hybrid) Duration - 2 months initially IR35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) We are seeking a talented Azure Architect with a specialization in integration to join our dynamic team. As an Azure Architect - Integration Specialist, you will play a key role in architecting and implementing robust, scalable, and secure integration solutions leveraging the Microsoft Azure platform. Key Responsibilities: Platform Expertise: Deep understanding of Azure integration services and components, including Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, Azure API Management, Azure Data Factory, and Azure DevOps. Client Collaboration: Engage with clients to gather requirements, understand business objectives, and translate them into technical solutions. Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to clients on integration best practices and emerging technologies. Technical Leadership: Lead technical discussions, workshops, and design sessions with clients and internal teams. Mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous learning and development of the team. Implementation and Development: Hands-on implementation of integration solutions using Azure services, leveraging your expertise in .NET development, PowerShell scripting, and other relevant technologies. Security and Compliance: Ensure that integration solutions adhere to security best practices, compliance requirements, and data governance standards. Implement security controls, encryption mechanisms, and access management policies to protect sensitive data. Performance Optimization: Optimize integration solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability. Conduct performance testing, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure optimal performance under various workloads. Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of the latest Azure integration technologies, tools, and trends. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and optimization to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Microsoft Azure certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Developer Associate, or Azure Administrator Associate are highly desirable. 5+ years of experience designing and implementing integration solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. Strong expertise in Azure integration services and components, with hands-on experience in Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, Azure API Management, Azure Data Factory, and Azure DevOps. Proficiency in .NET development, PowerShell scripting, and other relevant programming languages and technologies. Solid understanding of enterprise integration patterns, messaging protocols, and API design principles. Experience working in Agile development environments and familiarity with DevOps practices. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About Sparta Global Embark on a transformative career journey with Sparta Global, where diversity, innovation, and passion for technology converge. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, offering not just jobs, but dynamic careers in the tech industry. You'll work alongside enthusiastic professionals, receiving top-tier training and mentorship to hone your skills for success in both public and private sectors. Our commitment to designing impactful careers and coaching future leaders is evident in our over 10 prestigious awards in Learning & Development and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. As a Top 20 Employer for Social Mobility and a proud B-Corp certified organisation, we're not just advancing careers; we're fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech landscape. Join us in shaping the future of technology - where your growth is our mission, and your success, our pride. Apply now to be part of our award-winning team at Sparta Global.? About this role Automation Testing is at the core of defining, developing and testing products for businesses and their customers. Development is a playground where you can create what's needed when you need it. You will play a vital role working within a cross functional team, participating in the development of software with a primary focus being on the testability and performance of software applications. You'll be able to set up full frameworks to perform thousands of tests in a heartbeat on multiple application platforms such as mobile, desktop and web. This feeds into every level of test whether it's unit level, functional, performance and regression. Automation is a major component of agile teams who work diligently to deliver value in short time frames, the execution of scripts and their application in the DevOps pipeline can mean delivery of functional code in unprecedented timeframes. We're not expecting you to have the proficiencies right away - that's where our award-winning Academy comes in. We are the experts in building skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment that will not only challenge you but also develop your specialist capabilities ready to work on our clients' projects. What we're looking for. To be successful for this role you will demonstrate a level of ability in C#, Java or similar. You will be passionate about technology and eager to learn programme development to an advanced level. We're seeking candidates who can exemplify our values: Empathy and Diversity: Integrity, respect, and a commitment to inclusivity. Drive: A goal-oriented mindset with pride in exceeding targets. Collaboration: A team-focused approach, fostering positive relationships. Innovation: Curiosity, creativity, and openness to diverse ideas. Flexibility: Adaptability and composure in the face of change.? As a national organisation with clients across the UK, we require flexibility and a willingness to relocate post-remote training. Deployment locations vary and cannot be guaranteed. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and experience levels. Eligibility to work in the UK by the start of employment is mandatory.? Why you should apply:? Our environment is designed to nurture your talents and skills, your hard work and progress are not just appreciated - they're tangibly rewarded. We conduct performance-based reviews every six months, offering you the chance to increase your earning potential twice a year. This regular appraisal system is our way of ensuring that your efforts and achievements are consistently recognised and rewarded.? We also provide: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays. An extra day off for your birthday. Pension. Discounted gym membership. Eye care. Death in service cover. Cycle to work scheme. Season ticket loan. Employee assistance program. Yearly budget for personal development. Access to alumni and community networks. Opportunities to be brand ambassadors. Being employed by Sparta Global is an investment in your future that pays dividends along the way. We give you breadth of experience and skills, along with increasing opportunities to develop further and earn more. No two career paths look the same at Sparta. Our Recruitment Process:? Begin your journey via our supportive recruitment process. Apply online and our team will promptly review your application, contacting successful candidates within 48 hours to initiate the next steps. If you pass our initial screening, candidates will proceed to online assessments which vary depending on the opportunity you are applying for. The final stage is a competency interview, here you'll have the opportunity to impress us with your ability to communicate effectively and exhibit behavioural competencies through relevant examples. We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate a collaborative spirit and a growth mindset. Your dedicated Talent Team member will be with you every step of the way to support and answer any questions you have. You can also visit our YouTube channel to gain valuable insights and expert advice on virtual interviews, strategies to manage nerves, and tips on nonverbal communication. We look forward to receiving your application - good luck!