This is an amazing opportunity for an IT professional to have flexible working. Reduced hours during school holidays and a generous holiday allowance.
PHP Full Stack Developer
Salary up to £45,000 FTE (grade C) including generous holiday allowance
London office with the opportunity to work from home
The role will include the following duties:
Working as a full stack developer on both development projects and alterations with a focus on user experience and aesthetics as much as backend efficiency
Become familiar with the company’s products and systems
Contribute to a range of development projects that the company are working on.
Working with their Operations and IT team to assist in the support of the company’s products
IT Information
All production environments are Linux based, but you will have the choice of Linux, Mac or Windows development environment
They use PHP for backend development with some NodeJS and Python, and HTML/SASS/JS for the frontend mainly using MithrilJS framework with some legacy use of JQuery and KnockOutJS.
A bit about the company…
Our client’s network is made up of over 2,500 schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning key stages 1-5. As a membership organisation, they collaborate, share best practice and equip leaders so they can support their teams and, ultimately, provide everyone in schools with a better future and brighter hope.
Their IT team, currently of three, is part of a wider Operations Team which is a vital part of their service to schools, providing efficient and personal interactions with our schools and colleagues. They are knowledgeable, committed and high performing people who contribute significantly to the company’s success.
Suitable skills and experience include IT Helpdesk, 3rd Line IT Support, Senior IT Support Technician, IT Support Engineer, 1st / 2nd Line Helpdesk Engineer, PHP Full Stack Developer
Nov 02, 2020
Part time
This is an amazing opportunity for an IT professional to have flexible working. Reduced hours during school holidays and a generous holiday allowance.
PHP Full Stack Developer
Salary up to £45,000 FTE (grade C) including generous holiday allowance
London office with the opportunity to work from home
The role will include the following duties:
Working as a full stack developer on both development projects and alterations with a focus on user experience and aesthetics as much as backend efficiency
Become familiar with the company’s products and systems
Contribute to a range of development projects that the company are working on.
Working with their Operations and IT team to assist in the support of the company’s products
IT Information
All production environments are Linux based, but you will have the choice of Linux, Mac or Windows development environment
They use PHP for backend development with some NodeJS and Python, and HTML/SASS/JS for the frontend mainly using MithrilJS framework with some legacy use of JQuery and KnockOutJS.
A bit about the company…
Our client’s network is made up of over 2,500 schools, colleges and alternative education providers spanning key stages 1-5. As a membership organisation, they collaborate, share best practice and equip leaders so they can support their teams and, ultimately, provide everyone in schools with a better future and brighter hope.
Their IT team, currently of three, is part of a wider Operations Team which is a vital part of their service to schools, providing efficient and personal interactions with our schools and colleagues. They are knowledgeable, committed and high performing people who contribute significantly to the company’s success.
Suitable skills and experience include IT Helpdesk, 3rd Line IT Support, Senior IT Support Technician, IT Support Engineer, 1st / 2nd Line Helpdesk Engineer, PHP Full Stack Developer
PiXL (Partners in Excellence) is a network of over 3000 schools across primary, secondary, sixth forms and alternative provisions in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. We work with schools to help give students of all ages a better future and brighter hope. We do this through working together to share best practice, raise educational standards and develop character in young people. Our aim is to help every leader and teacher we work with to feel valued, loved, encouraged and equipped so that together we can make a difference. We regularly meet together to launch strategies, resources and ideas and to focus on the leadership that makes change possible. We provide you with an associate who is there to help and support you and your school.
Our operational team is a vital part of our service providing efficient, around the clock, personal interaction with our schools. They are knowledgeable, committed, focused and engaged who feel part of the PiXL family and contribute significantly to its success.
Summary of the role
We are looking to appoint an PHP Full Stack Developer to join our small and very successful IT development team which is part of a larger Operations Team.
The role will include the following duties:
Working as a full stack developer on making modifications to existing systems and working on new development projects.
Assisting with system administration & architecture
Providing 2nd/3rd level support indirectly to our customers.
Providing IT support directly to internal teams
Occasional support at events which includes technical and customer facing roles at physical and digital events.
IT Information
All production environments are Linux based and you will require at least a basic understanding of Linux with an interest in developing this knowledge further. You may choose your desktop OS from Linux, MacOS or Windows.
We predominantly use PHP for backend development with some NodeJS and Python, and HTML/SASS/JS for the frontend mainly using MithrilJS framework (if you are used to React this isn’t to dissimilar) with some legacy use of JQuery and KnockOutJS. All code is under version control using Git.
The core values of PiXL are driven by:
Integrity
Kindness
Humility
Pursuit of excellence
Qualifications / Experience:
Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience.
This is a unique position and opportunity. The successful candidate will be someone who can understand our principles, work ethic and attitude as well as fits in with the team. The environment you will be working in is very fast paced and action orientated.
Due to the wide range of frameworks and technologies used in any development environment an ability and desire to learn is just as important to us as any existing knowledge you may have of the technologies we currently use.
Other info:
Location: The office is based in Waterloo Station. Due to the Covid19 situation we are currently working from home. We will be reviewing future working arrangements and are open to discussions around the best working arrangement for you and the organisation.
Working hours: Flexibility over working hours is required, the core office hours are 8am – 4.30pm however the role does require you to be happy to check and reply to emails out of these hours.
Salary : Range from £40,000- £50,000 depending on experience (Grade D level)
Timeframe:
Closing date: 8th July. Interviews are planned for week commencing 13th July.
Jun 18, 2020
Full time
PiXL (Partners in Excellence) is a network of over 3000 schools across primary, secondary, sixth forms and alternative provisions in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. We work with schools to help give students of all ages a better future and brighter hope. We do this through working together to share best practice, raise educational standards and develop character in young people. Our aim is to help every leader and teacher we work with to feel valued, loved, encouraged and equipped so that together we can make a difference. We regularly meet together to launch strategies, resources and ideas and to focus on the leadership that makes change possible. We provide you with an associate who is there to help and support you and your school.
Our operational team is a vital part of our service providing efficient, around the clock, personal interaction with our schools. They are knowledgeable, committed, focused and engaged who feel part of the PiXL family and contribute significantly to its success.
Summary of the role
We are looking to appoint an PHP Full Stack Developer to join our small and very successful IT development team which is part of a larger Operations Team.
The role will include the following duties:
Working as a full stack developer on making modifications to existing systems and working on new development projects.
Assisting with system administration & architecture
Providing 2nd/3rd level support indirectly to our customers.
Providing IT support directly to internal teams
Occasional support at events which includes technical and customer facing roles at physical and digital events.
IT Information
All production environments are Linux based and you will require at least a basic understanding of Linux with an interest in developing this knowledge further. You may choose your desktop OS from Linux, MacOS or Windows.
We predominantly use PHP for backend development with some NodeJS and Python, and HTML/SASS/JS for the frontend mainly using MithrilJS framework (if you are used to React this isn’t to dissimilar) with some legacy use of JQuery and KnockOutJS. All code is under version control using Git.
The core values of PiXL are driven by:
Integrity
Kindness
Humility
Pursuit of excellence
Qualifications / Experience:
Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience.
This is a unique position and opportunity. The successful candidate will be someone who can understand our principles, work ethic and attitude as well as fits in with the team. The environment you will be working in is very fast paced and action orientated.
Due to the wide range of frameworks and technologies used in any development environment an ability and desire to learn is just as important to us as any existing knowledge you may have of the technologies we currently use.
Other info:
Location: The office is based in Waterloo Station. Due to the Covid19 situation we are currently working from home. We will be reviewing future working arrangements and are open to discussions around the best working arrangement for you and the organisation.
Working hours: Flexibility over working hours is required, the core office hours are 8am – 4.30pm however the role does require you to be happy to check and reply to emails out of these hours.
Salary : Range from £40,000- £50,000 depending on experience (Grade D level)
Timeframe:
Closing date: 8th July. Interviews are planned for week commencing 13th July.
Digital Impact Lab is looking for a Full Stack Developer who has the following experiences:
Solid work experience in Python and Django Framework
Excellent technical proficiency in the development of web services, Rest API and GraphQL
Experience/Knowledge in database system interaction and integration with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
Experience/Knowledge in Elastic Stack, Redis
Hands-on experience in HTML5, Vanilla js and React
The successful candidate will work on various project in a 4 to 6 months contract.
Mar 02, 2020
Contractor
Digital Impact Lab is looking for a Full Stack Developer who has the following experiences:
Solid work experience in Python and Django Framework
Excellent technical proficiency in the development of web services, Rest API and GraphQL
Experience/Knowledge in database system interaction and integration with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
Experience/Knowledge in Elastic Stack, Redis
Hands-on experience in HTML5, Vanilla js and React
The successful candidate will work on various project in a 4 to 6 months contract.
Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford
Andrew Wiles Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Do you consider yourself a highly skilled systems administrator? Are you enthusiastic about working co-operatively as part of an expert team where quality of service, attention to detail, and a willingness to respond positively to new challenges are equally important? Do you have the ability to converse with users at all technical levels, and to respond systematically and methodically to problems even under pressure? Are you able to work well independently as well as part of a wider team?
If so, we would like to hear from you.
The Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford is looking for an experienced Senior Systems Administrator to join its friendly, dynamic and well established team, responsible for providing IT support for over 1,000 desktop users and a further 1,000 roving users within the department. Reporting to the Head of IT, your responsibilities will include providing day-to-day user support and maintaining excellent levels of service delivery, whilst also progressing longer-term projects and proactively contributing to the creation and evolution of departmental IT strategy. As a senior member of an IT team of seven, you will be expected to assist team members in developing existing skills, and to take the technical lead, where appropriate, on complex projects and system developments. The IT team are responsible for collectively supporting system security, upgrades and development, as well as providing general IT support in person and via an email support request tracking system.
This is a permanent position. Although advertised at Grade 8, the department would be willing to consider candidates at Grade 7 (£32,817 - £40,322 p.a.) with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for whom the responsibilities would be adjusted accordingly.
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the post, please contact Dr Waldemar Schlackow ( waldemar.schlackow@maths.ox.ac.uk ) or Dr Keith Gillow ( keith.gillow@maths.ox.ac.uk ). Informal queries about the application process should be directed to the Recruitment Co-ordinator, quoting the vacancy reference 145548.
Please note that candidates will be selected for interview based on their ability to meet the selection criteria as specified in the attached job description. You will be required to upload a supporting statement detailing how you meet each of these selection criteria, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. In addition, applicants will be asked to complete a brief online test at their convenience within the week following the closing date.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 23 March 2020. Interviews are anticipated to take place on Monday 20 April 2020.
Feb 21, 2020
Full time
Do you consider yourself a highly skilled systems administrator? Are you enthusiastic about working co-operatively as part of an expert team where quality of service, attention to detail, and a willingness to respond positively to new challenges are equally important? Do you have the ability to converse with users at all technical levels, and to respond systematically and methodically to problems even under pressure? Are you able to work well independently as well as part of a wider team?
If so, we would like to hear from you.
The Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford is looking for an experienced Senior Systems Administrator to join its friendly, dynamic and well established team, responsible for providing IT support for over 1,000 desktop users and a further 1,000 roving users within the department. Reporting to the Head of IT, your responsibilities will include providing day-to-day user support and maintaining excellent levels of service delivery, whilst also progressing longer-term projects and proactively contributing to the creation and evolution of departmental IT strategy. As a senior member of an IT team of seven, you will be expected to assist team members in developing existing skills, and to take the technical lead, where appropriate, on complex projects and system developments. The IT team are responsible for collectively supporting system security, upgrades and development, as well as providing general IT support in person and via an email support request tracking system.
This is a permanent position. Although advertised at Grade 8, the department would be willing to consider candidates at Grade 7 (£32,817 - £40,322 p.a.) with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for whom the responsibilities would be adjusted accordingly.
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the post, please contact Dr Waldemar Schlackow ( waldemar.schlackow@maths.ox.ac.uk ) or Dr Keith Gillow ( keith.gillow@maths.ox.ac.uk ). Informal queries about the application process should be directed to the Recruitment Co-ordinator, quoting the vacancy reference 145548.
Please note that candidates will be selected for interview based on their ability to meet the selection criteria as specified in the attached job description. You will be required to upload a supporting statement detailing how you meet each of these selection criteria, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. In addition, applicants will be asked to complete a brief online test at their convenience within the week following the closing date.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 23 March 2020. Interviews are anticipated to take place on Monday 20 April 2020.
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Narendra Reddy
Contact Email:
narendra@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
020 3743 7090
Industry:
IT
Job Type:
Permanent
Location:
North Yorkshire
Salary:
£60-70K PA (DOE)
Main Purpose:
To develop, deliver and maintain high quality and innovative software that meet client and company needs.
Provide high quality advice, support and guidance to clients and colleagues.
Job Summary:
You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering software for the oil and gas industry. You will interpret user requirements, design solutions, implement them and work with the Testers to ensure our client products satisfy customer’s needs, within agreed timescales and according to the company’s quality systems.
Experience in the following is advantageous, however not essential:
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Key Components:
Develop products and maintain existing products in accordance with applicable company specifications and user requirements.
Adopt a continuous improvement approach in product development and product life- cycle processes.
Proactively maintain and update your own technical knowledge, including changes to legislation and standards that may impact our client products.
Evaluate new technologies and carefully manage their introduction, whilst minimising risks to new project delivery schedules.
Provide support to sales and marketing, through the evaluation of complex inquiries, estimating timescales/costs for specific client / project developments, support at exhibitions, support with significant demonstrations etc.
Evaluate software faults and work to improve existing software.
Deliver Helpdesk support through the sharing of technical knowledge to contribute to the timely resolution of client and company issues.
Provide technical advice and support to field service colleagues during complex installations and the deployment of new products to the field, participating on occasion, in site visits to develop a comprehensive understanding.
Verify and deploy programs and systems.
Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software programmes.
Create technical documentation for reference and reporting purposes.
Ability to make an informed and meaningful contribution to peer group / project discussions.
Adopt a flexible and supportive approach, a positive attitude to change and a willingness to undertake any other duties as assigned, to ensure the company achieves its objectives.
Flexible approach, travelling around and outside of the UK when necessary.
Share own knowledge and experience with others.
Work in accordance with MHT’s quality systems and framework.
Acting as coach and mentor, advising and guiding less experienced colleagues.
Team player, willing to assist on occasion with other duties outside the remit of own role.
Requirement
Experience
Writing and testing code, refining and rewriting it as necessary.
Evaluating the software and systems that make computers and hardware operate.
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Working closely and collaboratively with other staff, such as other developers, testers, and salespeople, and marketing professionals.
Carrying out requirement analysis.
Consulting clients and colleagues concerning the maintenance and performance of software systems with a view to writing or modifying
current systems.
Creating technical specifications.
Researching and investigating new technologies.
Skills
Adopting logical, analytical and creative approaches to software development and problem-solving.
Good time management with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise as necessary.
Confident when communicating with customers and peers.
Adaptable, with an ability to learn new skills and technologies quickly.
A meticulous and organized approach to work.
Extending support to others through coaching and/or mentoring.
Knowledge
Continually updating technical knowledge and skills by attending in- house and external courses, reading manuals and accessing new
applications.
Understanding of the oil and gas sector and associated technologies.
Qualifications
Degree qualified, or equivalent, in a STEM subject.
Good level of secondary education with a minimum of GCSE in Maths at Grade C (7) or above.
Other
Right to work in the UK
Ability to travel, sometimes at short notice, to sites around the UK, with occasional international travel.
Valid Full UK driving license and access to vehicle.
Passport – valid and in-date.
A commitment to equality & diversity and willingness to adhere to MHT policies.
To find out more please call Narendra on 020 3743 7090.
Jan 12, 2020
Full time
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Narendra Reddy
Contact Email:
narendra@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
020 3743 7090
Industry:
IT
Job Type:
Permanent
Location:
North Yorkshire
Salary:
£60-70K PA (DOE)
Main Purpose:
To develop, deliver and maintain high quality and innovative software that meet client and company needs.
Provide high quality advice, support and guidance to clients and colleagues.
Job Summary:
You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering software for the oil and gas industry. You will interpret user requirements, design solutions, implement them and work with the Testers to ensure our client products satisfy customer’s needs, within agreed timescales and according to the company’s quality systems.
Experience in the following is advantageous, however not essential:
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Key Components:
Develop products and maintain existing products in accordance with applicable company specifications and user requirements.
Adopt a continuous improvement approach in product development and product life- cycle processes.
Proactively maintain and update your own technical knowledge, including changes to legislation and standards that may impact our client products.
Evaluate new technologies and carefully manage their introduction, whilst minimising risks to new project delivery schedules.
Provide support to sales and marketing, through the evaluation of complex inquiries, estimating timescales/costs for specific client / project developments, support at exhibitions, support with significant demonstrations etc.
Evaluate software faults and work to improve existing software.
Deliver Helpdesk support through the sharing of technical knowledge to contribute to the timely resolution of client and company issues.
Provide technical advice and support to field service colleagues during complex installations and the deployment of new products to the field, participating on occasion, in site visits to develop a comprehensive understanding.
Verify and deploy programs and systems.
Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software programmes.
Create technical documentation for reference and reporting purposes.
Ability to make an informed and meaningful contribution to peer group / project discussions.
Adopt a flexible and supportive approach, a positive attitude to change and a willingness to undertake any other duties as assigned, to ensure the company achieves its objectives.
Flexible approach, travelling around and outside of the UK when necessary.
Share own knowledge and experience with others.
Work in accordance with MHT’s quality systems and framework.
Acting as coach and mentor, advising and guiding less experienced colleagues.
Team player, willing to assist on occasion with other duties outside the remit of own role.
Requirement
Experience
Writing and testing code, refining and rewriting it as necessary.
Evaluating the software and systems that make computers and hardware operate.
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Working closely and collaboratively with other staff, such as other developers, testers, and salespeople, and marketing professionals.
Carrying out requirement analysis.
Consulting clients and colleagues concerning the maintenance and performance of software systems with a view to writing or modifying
current systems.
Creating technical specifications.
Researching and investigating new technologies.
Skills
Adopting logical, analytical and creative approaches to software development and problem-solving.
Good time management with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise as necessary.
Confident when communicating with customers and peers.
Adaptable, with an ability to learn new skills and technologies quickly.
A meticulous and organized approach to work.
Extending support to others through coaching and/or mentoring.
Knowledge
Continually updating technical knowledge and skills by attending in- house and external courses, reading manuals and accessing new
applications.
Understanding of the oil and gas sector and associated technologies.
Qualifications
Degree qualified, or equivalent, in a STEM subject.
Good level of secondary education with a minimum of GCSE in Maths at Grade C (7) or above.
Other
Right to work in the UK
Ability to travel, sometimes at short notice, to sites around the UK, with occasional international travel.
Valid Full UK driving license and access to vehicle.
Passport – valid and in-date.
A commitment to equality & diversity and willingness to adhere to MHT policies.
To find out more please call Narendra on 020 3743 7090.
Framestore is a global leader in visual effects and computer graphics, having won every major industry award; including an Oscar and BAFTA for the film ‘Gravity’.
Our Systems Development team builds software for large Linux systems used globally in real production: high-performance computing (HPC, renderfarm), storage and file systems, system monitoring, and the Linux OS used by all of our artists and technicians.
If you would enjoy working as part of a small and innovative team then we are looking for a great software developer to join us.
Role
One of our principal tools is our ‘FQ’ render farm software: a bespoke implementation of scheduling, containers, analytics and user interface. It gives our technical artists interactive control over multiple tens of thousands of processing cores, operating on petabytes of data. FQ has been the engine behind almost every image produced by Framestore for nearly 10 years.
With FQ and our other projects, members of the team are responsible for:
design, programming, testing and deployment of software that meets real-world needs;
maintaining existing software; proprietary and open source;
collaborating with sysadmins on system design; and
advising others (developer and non-developers) on systems and performance issues.
Requirements
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field
Several years experience of software development in a Linux or other Unix-like environment in either C or C++
Experience in collaborating on software projects, including the use of source control (eg. Git) and reviewing patches
Desirable skills
Experience with distributed systems; TCP/IP networking, and event-driven architectures
Knowledge of some of the interesting Linux kernel and glibc APIs
Understanding of fundamental data structures and their performance characteristics
Experience of front-end UI development in Qt, with attention to detail and presentation
Experience with PostgreSQL databases and performance issues
A working knowledge of programming in Python
A passion and interest in film and computer graphics are warmly welcomed! But prior experience is not necessary.
Nov 26, 2018
Full time
Framestore is a global leader in visual effects and computer graphics, having won every major industry award; including an Oscar and BAFTA for the film ‘Gravity’.
Our Systems Development team builds software for large Linux systems used globally in real production: high-performance computing (HPC, renderfarm), storage and file systems, system monitoring, and the Linux OS used by all of our artists and technicians.
If you would enjoy working as part of a small and innovative team then we are looking for a great software developer to join us.
Role
One of our principal tools is our ‘FQ’ render farm software: a bespoke implementation of scheduling, containers, analytics and user interface. It gives our technical artists interactive control over multiple tens of thousands of processing cores, operating on petabytes of data. FQ has been the engine behind almost every image produced by Framestore for nearly 10 years.
With FQ and our other projects, members of the team are responsible for:
design, programming, testing and deployment of software that meets real-world needs;
maintaining existing software; proprietary and open source;
collaborating with sysadmins on system design; and
advising others (developer and non-developers) on systems and performance issues.
Requirements
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field
Several years experience of software development in a Linux or other Unix-like environment in either C or C++
Experience in collaborating on software projects, including the use of source control (eg. Git) and reviewing patches
Desirable skills
Experience with distributed systems; TCP/IP networking, and event-driven architectures
Knowledge of some of the interesting Linux kernel and glibc APIs
Understanding of fundamental data structures and their performance characteristics
Experience of front-end UI development in Qt, with attention to detail and presentation
Experience with PostgreSQL databases and performance issues
A working knowledge of programming in Python
A passion and interest in film and computer graphics are warmly welcomed! But prior experience is not necessary.
itarle AG is looking to employ an experienced technologist to further develop its Best Execution Technology suite. This encompasses Algorithmic Trading, Smart Routing and Transaction Cost Analysis. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the next generation of products, in addition to leveraging cutting edge technologies, development of methodologies and processes to maintain and build on itarle’s market leading position. This is an ideal role for a senior developer currently working in a bank, trading firm, fintech, or trading venue who is keen to further their career in a small, agile environment where the focus is building world-class technology.
The engineering team consists of statisticians, data scientists and technologists who are responsible for building and maintaining the itarle product suite.
Duties
Implementing the technology strategy for itarle, maintaining the existing code base and developing new products.
Actively developing high quality production code for algorithmic trading, Smart Order Routing and Transaction Cost Analysis.
Delivering well-thought out, clean code, helping us scale to support business growth, and expanding DevOps capabilities to further improve service quality to our clients.
Required technical expertise
5+ years experience of writing high performance Java 1.8, including concurrency and distributed systems.
Strong knowledge and experience in unit- and integration testing, working in a CI/CD environment, and using distributed version control systems.
Object-oriented design and reactive programming.
Good working knowledge of Linux and Docker.
Experience in Maven, Spring, and JMS, and a desire to reduce the footprint of these technologies by migrating to Gradle, Kafka, and smaller, lightweight services that can largely do away with Spring.
Relational databases.
Desirable technical skills
ELK stack.
Prometheus / Grafana / Opentracing.
C++ / Python / Groovy / Kotlin.
Actor frameworks (e.g. Akka).
Javascript/HTML5.
Atlassian workflow & productivity tools.
Ansible.
Sep 28, 2018
Full time
itarle AG is looking to employ an experienced technologist to further develop its Best Execution Technology suite. This encompasses Algorithmic Trading, Smart Routing and Transaction Cost Analysis. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the next generation of products, in addition to leveraging cutting edge technologies, development of methodologies and processes to maintain and build on itarle’s market leading position. This is an ideal role for a senior developer currently working in a bank, trading firm, fintech, or trading venue who is keen to further their career in a small, agile environment where the focus is building world-class technology.
The engineering team consists of statisticians, data scientists and technologists who are responsible for building and maintaining the itarle product suite.
Duties
Implementing the technology strategy for itarle, maintaining the existing code base and developing new products.
Actively developing high quality production code for algorithmic trading, Smart Order Routing and Transaction Cost Analysis.
Delivering well-thought out, clean code, helping us scale to support business growth, and expanding DevOps capabilities to further improve service quality to our clients.
Required technical expertise
5+ years experience of writing high performance Java 1.8, including concurrency and distributed systems.
Strong knowledge and experience in unit- and integration testing, working in a CI/CD environment, and using distributed version control systems.
Object-oriented design and reactive programming.
Good working knowledge of Linux and Docker.
Experience in Maven, Spring, and JMS, and a desire to reduce the footprint of these technologies by migrating to Gradle, Kafka, and smaller, lightweight services that can largely do away with Spring.
Relational databases.
Desirable technical skills
ELK stack.
Prometheus / Grafana / Opentracing.
C++ / Python / Groovy / Kotlin.
Actor frameworks (e.g. Akka).
Javascript/HTML5.
Atlassian workflow & productivity tools.
Ansible.
The International Institute for Strategic Studies
Temple Place, London WC2R 2PG, UK
Senior Developer and CRM Support
The International Institute for Strategic Studies is one of the world’s leading think tanks and the foremost authority on strategic and military capability globally. We are looking to recruit a developer into a new role in our IT Department. Reporting to the Technical Project Manager and working closely with the Head of IT this new role will work with an existing member of the team supporting and enhancing our CRM (Dynamics 365) in addition to small development projects working with senior staff, digital and graphics teams to deliver a range of time critical tactical projects to enhance the work of our research community.
In the coming months the IISS will be moving a number of business processes onto the CRM platform and starting to plan the migration to Dynamics 365 Online. In addition, you will be expected to work on smaller projects including the creation of web based data driven dynamic visualisations to support IISS digital publications or events, data capture from 3rd party websites using existing APIs or screen scraping techniques and the manipulation of data and statistical analysis. Advanced or Intermediate knowledge of the following products is mandatory:
Microsoft Dynamics CRM 365 (Administration, Configuration and Customization)
Web Development – HTML, CSS and Javascript
At least one scripting language such Python / Powershell
Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate knowledge of a broad range of tools and techniques and the ability to quickly identify the most appropriate approach to quickly deliver solutions for business problems. Specific technologies that would be advantageous include:
Javascript Visualization frameworks such as Plotify.js / Highcharts
Javascript Mapping frameworks such as Leaflet / Mapbox
Microsoft Office 365 – Power BI, Flow, Powerapps
We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do approach, a problem solver with excellent communication, prioritisation and time management skills. Additionally, we would like this person to be experienced and a self-starter. International travel may occasionally be required as part of the role.
Salary will commensurate with skills and experience, plus full benefits package. Technical training on specific skills may be available for exceptional candidates.
Please apply by email to hr@iiss.org by 31st August 2018, attaching your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and suitability.
Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which will include technical tests. We apologise that due to expected volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will receive a reply.
Only candidates who already possess the right to work in the United Kingdom should apply.
Aug 03, 2018
Full time
Senior Developer and CRM Support
The International Institute for Strategic Studies is one of the world’s leading think tanks and the foremost authority on strategic and military capability globally. We are looking to recruit a developer into a new role in our IT Department. Reporting to the Technical Project Manager and working closely with the Head of IT this new role will work with an existing member of the team supporting and enhancing our CRM (Dynamics 365) in addition to small development projects working with senior staff, digital and graphics teams to deliver a range of time critical tactical projects to enhance the work of our research community.
In the coming months the IISS will be moving a number of business processes onto the CRM platform and starting to plan the migration to Dynamics 365 Online. In addition, you will be expected to work on smaller projects including the creation of web based data driven dynamic visualisations to support IISS digital publications or events, data capture from 3rd party websites using existing APIs or screen scraping techniques and the manipulation of data and statistical analysis. Advanced or Intermediate knowledge of the following products is mandatory:
Microsoft Dynamics CRM 365 (Administration, Configuration and Customization)
Web Development – HTML, CSS and Javascript
At least one scripting language such Python / Powershell
Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate knowledge of a broad range of tools and techniques and the ability to quickly identify the most appropriate approach to quickly deliver solutions for business problems. Specific technologies that would be advantageous include:
Javascript Visualization frameworks such as Plotify.js / Highcharts
Javascript Mapping frameworks such as Leaflet / Mapbox
Microsoft Office 365 – Power BI, Flow, Powerapps
We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do approach, a problem solver with excellent communication, prioritisation and time management skills. Additionally, we would like this person to be experienced and a self-starter. International travel may occasionally be required as part of the role.
Salary will commensurate with skills and experience, plus full benefits package. Technical training on specific skills may be available for exceptional candidates.
Please apply by email to hr@iiss.org by 31st August 2018, attaching your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and suitability.
Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which will include technical tests. We apologise that due to expected volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will receive a reply.
Only candidates who already possess the right to work in the United Kingdom should apply.
Creative Technology (CT) is one of the world’s leading suppliers of specialist Audio Visual equipment and has expertise in the sports, corporate, exhibition and entertainment industries. CT has a global reputation for innovative applications of the latest technology and some of our large-scale exciting projects include the Ryder Cup, ATP World Tour Finals and Mobile World Congress...to name a few!
We are currently looking to hire a Software Developer .
You will work alongside a small talented team to design, build and maintain efficient, reusable code as well as create and modify software for both internal and external client projects.
The work of the Software Developer is varied, bespoke and exciting!
The Software Development team openly welcomes new ideas and technologies, therefore, you will have the opportunity to have a direct influence on day to day operations and bigger projects.
If you are passionate about driving continuous improvement in a high volume and high impact environment we are offering a unique opportunity to develop your career as an integral part of our Software Development team.
The role in brief:
Work alongside the software development team to create and modify a variety of software used within a fast-paced live events environment
Translate client application storyboards and use cases into functional applications.
Design, build and maintain efficient, reusable and reliable code.
Ensure the best possible performance, quality and responsiveness of applications.
Identify bottlenecks and bugs and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues.
Help maintain code quality, organisation and build automated processes with CI runners.
Configure and install custom software solutions on hardware owned and maintained by CTUK.
Work closely with and train on-site engineers at various locations in the UK and abroad
Work Closely with the Development Manager to drive innovation within the business
Your experience:
Strong knowledge of .NET framework (WPF, UWP, Class Libraries)
Proficient in C#, HTML, CSS and javascript with a good knowledge of their ecosystems
Familiar with popular web frameworks and libraries such as JQuery
Familiar with relational databases such as MySQL, SQLite
Experience designing database schemas and writing SQL queries.
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
Skills for writing reusable libraries
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git
understanding of DevOps to setup and configure Servers and other components critical to the running of the project.
Nice to have:
Languages: Node.js, Python, C, C++
Hardware: Raspberry Pi, Arduino
Remuneration:
Salary: Competitive, dependant on experience
Excellent benefits package including season ticket loan, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life Assurance,peer recognition scheme, childcare vouchers and paid annual leave.
An exciting working environment with the opportunity to travel
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please click on the apply button.
Mar 14, 2018
Full time
Creative Technology (CT) is one of the world’s leading suppliers of specialist Audio Visual equipment and has expertise in the sports, corporate, exhibition and entertainment industries. CT has a global reputation for innovative applications of the latest technology and some of our large-scale exciting projects include the Ryder Cup, ATP World Tour Finals and Mobile World Congress...to name a few!
We are currently looking to hire a Software Developer .
You will work alongside a small talented team to design, build and maintain efficient, reusable code as well as create and modify software for both internal and external client projects.
The work of the Software Developer is varied, bespoke and exciting!
The Software Development team openly welcomes new ideas and technologies, therefore, you will have the opportunity to have a direct influence on day to day operations and bigger projects.
If you are passionate about driving continuous improvement in a high volume and high impact environment we are offering a unique opportunity to develop your career as an integral part of our Software Development team.
The role in brief:
Work alongside the software development team to create and modify a variety of software used within a fast-paced live events environment
Translate client application storyboards and use cases into functional applications.
Design, build and maintain efficient, reusable and reliable code.
Ensure the best possible performance, quality and responsiveness of applications.
Identify bottlenecks and bugs and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues.
Help maintain code quality, organisation and build automated processes with CI runners.
Configure and install custom software solutions on hardware owned and maintained by CTUK.
Work closely with and train on-site engineers at various locations in the UK and abroad
Work Closely with the Development Manager to drive innovation within the business
Your experience:
Strong knowledge of .NET framework (WPF, UWP, Class Libraries)
Proficient in C#, HTML, CSS and javascript with a good knowledge of their ecosystems
Familiar with popular web frameworks and libraries such as JQuery
Familiar with relational databases such as MySQL, SQLite
Experience designing database schemas and writing SQL queries.
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
Skills for writing reusable libraries
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git
understanding of DevOps to setup and configure Servers and other components critical to the running of the project.
Nice to have:
Languages: Node.js, Python, C, C++
Hardware: Raspberry Pi, Arduino
Remuneration:
Salary: Competitive, dependant on experience
Excellent benefits package including season ticket loan, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life Assurance,peer recognition scheme, childcare vouchers and paid annual leave.
An exciting working environment with the opportunity to travel
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please click on the apply button.
Healx is a Cambridge, UK startup combining machine learning and scientific expertise to identify existing drugs that could treat rare diseases. We’re hiring a Front End / Full Stack Developer to build amazing internal tools to help our scientists in their research. This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to have a real impact on patients’ lives .
The role
You will join a small team of software engineers to work on our internal web-based tools that enable scientific data analysis and curation. In particular you will build intuitive interfaces to help navigate and visualise large amounts of complex data on drugs, diseases and the relationships between them.
You’ll work closely with other members of Healx, including bioinformaticians, pharmacologists and scientific curators to understand their role and how our internal tools can help in their day-to-day work. Since our users are internal, you will get rapid feedback on changes, and see first-hand the impact of your work.
We believe in working sustainably, meaning taking care of yourself and getting things done without working long hours. We care about the quality of our work, its impact on patients, and each other.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a full stack developer with a focus on the front end and user interfaces. We use JavaScript and React on the front end, Python and PostreSQL on the back end and GraphQL to connect them together.
Our ideal candidate would have:
Experience with a modern JavaScript framework
An interest in building intuitive user interfaces
Worked with Python and relational databases
Ideally some previous experience with data visualisation
A strong interest or experience in working with scientific data.
We don’t expect you to be an expert in all of these. We’d like to find someone who will thrive in the dynamic environment of a startup company and is excited by the company’s mission.
About Healx
Healx is a Cambridge, UK startup using computational methods to identify existing drugs that may treat rare diseases, enabling treatments to be found at a fraction of the time and cost of traditional drug discovery. There are over 7,000 rare diseases that affect an estimated 350 million people worldwide, most of which lack effective treatment. We work closely with patient groups and charities to find therapies for rare diseases that may not otherwise receive sufficient research investment.
How to apply
To apply, please email jobs@healx.io with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re interested in the role.
Dec 06, 2017
Full time
Healx is a Cambridge, UK startup combining machine learning and scientific expertise to identify existing drugs that could treat rare diseases. We’re hiring a Front End / Full Stack Developer to build amazing internal tools to help our scientists in their research. This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to have a real impact on patients’ lives .
The role
You will join a small team of software engineers to work on our internal web-based tools that enable scientific data analysis and curation. In particular you will build intuitive interfaces to help navigate and visualise large amounts of complex data on drugs, diseases and the relationships between them.
You’ll work closely with other members of Healx, including bioinformaticians, pharmacologists and scientific curators to understand their role and how our internal tools can help in their day-to-day work. Since our users are internal, you will get rapid feedback on changes, and see first-hand the impact of your work.
We believe in working sustainably, meaning taking care of yourself and getting things done without working long hours. We care about the quality of our work, its impact on patients, and each other.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a full stack developer with a focus on the front end and user interfaces. We use JavaScript and React on the front end, Python and PostreSQL on the back end and GraphQL to connect them together.
Our ideal candidate would have:
Experience with a modern JavaScript framework
An interest in building intuitive user interfaces
Worked with Python and relational databases
Ideally some previous experience with data visualisation
A strong interest or experience in working with scientific data.
We don’t expect you to be an expert in all of these. We’d like to find someone who will thrive in the dynamic environment of a startup company and is excited by the company’s mission.
About Healx
Healx is a Cambridge, UK startup using computational methods to identify existing drugs that may treat rare diseases, enabling treatments to be found at a fraction of the time and cost of traditional drug discovery. There are over 7,000 rare diseases that affect an estimated 350 million people worldwide, most of which lack effective treatment. We work closely with patient groups and charities to find therapies for rare diseases that may not otherwise receive sufficient research investment.
How to apply
To apply, please email jobs@healx.io with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re interested in the role.
As a Senior Front-End Engineer, you will be responsible for the implementation of a scalable, high-performance and flexible front-end web application. This role will require exceptional programming skills as well as outstanding experience and talent in building elegant, intuitive and functional user interfaces. You will work closely with the product owner and other front-end developers to implement a superior, frictionless user experience through a highly iterative, evolutionary approach – we are looking for a restless desire to create a stunning product.
Skills/Qualifications: - 5+ years of post-academic experience working on UI projects - Extensive experience in building data-driven web applications with HTML4-5, CSS3, JavaScript (including React, Redux, Node.js and others) - Experience complex streaming data sources, preferably in real-time - Outstanding experience in performance optimisation and load testing - Strong experience integrating external APIs and databases - Ability to produce clean, modular, unit-tested code accompanied with solid understanding of design patterns - Excellent understanding of best practices and application security to create application that withstands the known penetration techniques - Solid experience with delivering large web applications with valid semantic and cross browser compatible and responsive to different screen sizes - Java, python and cloud DevOps knowledge is a plus
Sep 25, 2017
Full time
As a Senior Front-End Engineer, you will be responsible for the implementation of a scalable, high-performance and flexible front-end web application. This role will require exceptional programming skills as well as outstanding experience and talent in building elegant, intuitive and functional user interfaces. You will work closely with the product owner and other front-end developers to implement a superior, frictionless user experience through a highly iterative, evolutionary approach – we are looking for a restless desire to create a stunning product.
Skills/Qualifications: - 5+ years of post-academic experience working on UI projects - Extensive experience in building data-driven web applications with HTML4-5, CSS3, JavaScript (including React, Redux, Node.js and others) - Experience complex streaming data sources, preferably in real-time - Outstanding experience in performance optimisation and load testing - Strong experience integrating external APIs and databases - Ability to produce clean, modular, unit-tested code accompanied with solid understanding of design patterns - Excellent understanding of best practices and application security to create application that withstands the known penetration techniques - Solid experience with delivering large web applications with valid semantic and cross browser compatible and responsive to different screen sizes - Java, python and cloud DevOps knowledge is a plus
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability and is a bank for central banks. The BIS´s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages.
We are looking for an Enterprise Architect (with a corporate title of Senior IT Applications Architect) to join the Application and Architecture group within the Bank´s IT department. As an enterprise architect, the successful candidate will coordinate the group´s architecture-related activity to establish a vision and technology roadmap for each of the groups key software applications and platforms. He/she will also provide enterprise architecture guidance to business and technology teams across the Bank, and organise bank-wide architecture governance. The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented team player, comfortable in both a highly technical environment and a relationship management role. He/she is a skilled communicator who is able to present complex IT topics to non-technical audiences of all levels, taking a proactive business-focused approach when dealing with both internal and external clients and providers.
Key responsibilities:
Work with development and operations teams across Architecture and Applications to create a vision and roadmap for the key applications and platforms supported by the group.
Maintain high-level enterprise architecture maps for the Bank, including key systems and information flows.
Advise and assist with changes to business architecture and business process optimisation.
Act as an expert adviser to the Bank on application architecture and strategic technology issues, and write reports for executive audiences.
Working with IMS and cross-business technical experts, define and promote common architecture principles, standards, tools and implementation methodologies.
Organise bank-wide architecture governance and assist the Head of Architecture and Applications in chairing the meetings and issuing recommendations.
Establish a virtual team of architects and technical experts across the IT department and promote architecture collaboration.
Provide architectural oversight on key IT projects.
Play a leading role in the identification and evaluation of new technologies.
Perform pre- and post-project architecture reviews.
Own the portfolio of application development tools provided to developers across the Bank and ensure that they evolve over time to meet developers´ needs.
Review, with the aim of constantly improving, the application architecture landscape of the Bank.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
At least five years´ experience in software development and/or architecture related IT roles
Experience of creating and communicating architecture concepts and technology roadmaps
Experience working on projects spanning multiple technology teams and business areas
Experience presenting architecture and technology topics to senior executives
Experience working with complex enterprise data architectures with strong knowledge of relational database technologies
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft development technologies (C# .NET, WCF, WPF, Visual Studio etc), NoSQL/Big Data technologies, and Python and/or R will be advantages.
An industry background in financial markets or central banking will be an advantage.
Strong architecture modelling and visualisation skills
Excellent communication skills - written, visual and oral
An ability to formulate technical strategy
An ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationships across different technical teams and business users
An ability to understand and adapt to a broad range of existing and new technologies
An ability to work independently
Fluent in English (oral and written)
University degree (ideally at masters level, in a computer science related discipline)
Do you have the skills we are looking for and a strong academic track record? Are you interested in working in an international financial institution at the heart of the central banking community and contributing to an important global mission? We look forward to receiving your application, including your CV and letter of motivation, indicating your preferred area of interest.
To find out more about this opportunity and to submit your CV (in English), please visit www.bis.org/careers .
Deadline for applications is 30/12/2016
Employment - Duration: 1 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100%
The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.
Nov 29, 2016
Full time
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) is an international organisation promoting global monetary and financial stability and is a bank for central banks. The BIS´s head office is located in Basel, Switzerland, with representative offices in Hong Kong SAR and Mexico City. We are able to recruit globally, regardless of nationality, and offer competitive employment packages.
We are looking for an Enterprise Architect (with a corporate title of Senior IT Applications Architect) to join the Application and Architecture group within the Bank´s IT department. As an enterprise architect, the successful candidate will coordinate the group´s architecture-related activity to establish a vision and technology roadmap for each of the groups key software applications and platforms. He/she will also provide enterprise architecture guidance to business and technology teams across the Bank, and organise bank-wide architecture governance. The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented team player, comfortable in both a highly technical environment and a relationship management role. He/she is a skilled communicator who is able to present complex IT topics to non-technical audiences of all levels, taking a proactive business-focused approach when dealing with both internal and external clients and providers.
Key responsibilities:
Work with development and operations teams across Architecture and Applications to create a vision and roadmap for the key applications and platforms supported by the group.
Maintain high-level enterprise architecture maps for the Bank, including key systems and information flows.
Advise and assist with changes to business architecture and business process optimisation.
Act as an expert adviser to the Bank on application architecture and strategic technology issues, and write reports for executive audiences.
Working with IMS and cross-business technical experts, define and promote common architecture principles, standards, tools and implementation methodologies.
Organise bank-wide architecture governance and assist the Head of Architecture and Applications in chairing the meetings and issuing recommendations.
Establish a virtual team of architects and technical experts across the IT department and promote architecture collaboration.
Provide architectural oversight on key IT projects.
Play a leading role in the identification and evaluation of new technologies.
Perform pre- and post-project architecture reviews.
Own the portfolio of application development tools provided to developers across the Bank and ensure that they evolve over time to meet developers´ needs.
Review, with the aim of constantly improving, the application architecture landscape of the Bank.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
At least five years´ experience in software development and/or architecture related IT roles
Experience of creating and communicating architecture concepts and technology roadmaps
Experience working on projects spanning multiple technology teams and business areas
Experience presenting architecture and technology topics to senior executives
Experience working with complex enterprise data architectures with strong knowledge of relational database technologies
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft development technologies (C# .NET, WCF, WPF, Visual Studio etc), NoSQL/Big Data technologies, and Python and/or R will be advantages.
An industry background in financial markets or central banking will be an advantage.
Strong architecture modelling and visualisation skills
Excellent communication skills - written, visual and oral
An ability to formulate technical strategy
An ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationships across different technical teams and business users
An ability to understand and adapt to a broad range of existing and new technologies
An ability to work independently
Fluent in English (oral and written)
University degree (ideally at masters level, in a computer science related discipline)
Do you have the skills we are looking for and a strong academic track record? Are you interested in working in an international financial institution at the heart of the central banking community and contributing to an important global mission? We look forward to receiving your application, including your CV and letter of motivation, indicating your preferred area of interest.
To find out more about this opportunity and to submit your CV (in English), please visit www.bis.org/careers .
Deadline for applications is 30/12/2016
Employment - Duration: 1 years Contract type: Fixed-term FTE%: 100%
The BIS employs staff on both open-ended and fixed-term contracts. However, all new entrants are initially recruited on a fixed-term basis. The BIS is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strives for diversity among its staff. We encourage applications from female candidates.
Scrum Master - London An Scrum Master(60% split)/Agile project manager(40% split) is required to join a successful media company based in their London office. ABOUT US : We are a leading international film services company, providing end-to-end solutions at all stages in the field of theatrical film delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation who are exceptionally busy building new software systems and extending their current offerings. The ideal candidate would be a self-starter, keen, willing to learn and grow within a collaborative environment. *During the pandemic, the team will be working remotely full time until it's safe to return to the office based on government guidelines.. JOB PURPOSE: This role is a hybrid role, which spans across scrum master and project management responsibilities. The agile project manager will be responsible for delivery and management of multiple projects, overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. Overall purpose is to ensure the transparency and health of developed software tools & products delivering on all dimensions: speed of development, quality of development, stakeholder engagement, processes supporting the team, collaboration, etc. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (PROJECT MANAGEMENT): Stakeholder management: Identify and maintain professional relationships with key project stakeholders. Ensure regular formal checkpoints take place with the customer and that the client is kept informed of progress on a regular basis. Develop trusting and professional relationships at all levels of the client organisation. Communication management: Produce the project governance plan and define the project RACI Matrix. Chair regular project checkpoints and ad-hoc meetings. Report project progress to line management, clients, stakeholders and the account management team. Where necessary, provide clear and concise escalations to specific parties. Implementation management: Manage and direct the execution/implementation of the engagement. Ensure that the project completes the handover to live process and engages service introduction. Present the project/delivery at the sprint review meetings. Agree client acceptance criteria and UAT plans and ensure that the project meets the required requirements. Complete the project close-down and ensure that the project evaluation review meeting/lessons learnt is held in a timely manner and that any actions arising are completed. Resource management: Estimating and managing project resourcing required/accurately forecast and record staffing demand. Change management: Manage change on the project ensuring that change is appropriately managed. Attend change advisory board meetings and raise changes impacting the live environments in a prompt manner. Identify the impacts for both customer and project initiated change requests and manage the production of accurate responses in a timely manner. Facilitate the production and distribution of any necessary tech notes and arrange impacting workshops as necessary. Risk management: identify project and cross-project risks and dependencies. Manage dependencies and enact risk mitigations with escalations as necessary. Schedule management: develop and maintain delivery schedules by working closely with the head of project delivery. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (SCRUM DELIVERY): Facilitating all scrum ceremonies and artefacts for multiple development teams Improving all aspects of our software development process continuously and collaboratively Initiating mediation of all conflicts within teams or between teams and stakeholders Understanding the impediments and eliminating any identified impediments to progress Delivering hands-on coaching of the development teams in all aspects of self-organization Contributing to a sustainable and collaborative, team oriented culture Ensuring knowledge transfer, knowledge management and organisational learning across all departments Reducing complexity, encouraging face-to-face-communication and lean thinking Leading by example and behaving as a role model in attitude and communication Assisting with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information Supporting and educating the Product team, especially with respect to refining and maintaining the product backlog KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AGILE PROJECT MANAGER: University level degree Experience working as a project manager for at least three years for a software development team producing and maintaining project governance artefacts Experience playing the Scrum Master role for at least two years for a software development team that was diligently applying Scrum principles, practices, and theory. Strong experience of working across the software development life cycle(SDLC) Use of JIRA and similar tools Formal PM qualification(s) - APMG or similar Formal Scrum Master qualification(s) - CSM or similar SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Good skills and knowledge of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment and increasing transparency Excellent communication and mentoring skills Knowledge and/or experience with widely successful Agile techniques: User Stories, BDD, TDD, Continuous Integration, Continuous Testing, Peer Review, Automated Testing, Agile Games Knowledge of other Agile approaches: XP, Kanban, Lean Knowledge of numerous well documented patterns and techniques for filling in the intentional gaps left in the Scrum approach (example: numerous Burn down techniques, numerous Retrospective formats, handling bugs, etc.) DESIRABLE SKILLS: Experience in at least one other software development role - developer, testing or business analysis Applicable knowledge of the technologies used by the development teams (PHP, Python, JavaScript, SQL, API) WHY WORK FOR US We understand that building the right company culture is paramount for us to succeed in delivering our promises. Working with us you will have access to a range of employee benefits including: Health and Wellbeing: Medical Health Plan. NLP Sessions, The Cycle to Work Scheme Performance Bonus Employee Development Programs We like to have Fun! Movie Club/Video Games Clubs, Office Drinks 25 of Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays Company Sick Pay Scheme
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
Scrum Master - London An Scrum Master(60% split)/Agile project manager(40% split) is required to join a successful media company based in their London office. ABOUT US : We are a leading international film services company, providing end-to-end solutions at all stages in the field of theatrical film delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation who are exceptionally busy building new software systems and extending their current offerings. The ideal candidate would be a self-starter, keen, willing to learn and grow within a collaborative environment. *During the pandemic, the team will be working remotely full time until it's safe to return to the office based on government guidelines.. JOB PURPOSE: This role is a hybrid role, which spans across scrum master and project management responsibilities. The agile project manager will be responsible for delivery and management of multiple projects, overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. Overall purpose is to ensure the transparency and health of developed software tools & products delivering on all dimensions: speed of development, quality of development, stakeholder engagement, processes supporting the team, collaboration, etc. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (PROJECT MANAGEMENT): Stakeholder management: Identify and maintain professional relationships with key project stakeholders. Ensure regular formal checkpoints take place with the customer and that the client is kept informed of progress on a regular basis. Develop trusting and professional relationships at all levels of the client organisation. Communication management: Produce the project governance plan and define the project RACI Matrix. Chair regular project checkpoints and ad-hoc meetings. Report project progress to line management, clients, stakeholders and the account management team. Where necessary, provide clear and concise escalations to specific parties. Implementation management: Manage and direct the execution/implementation of the engagement. Ensure that the project completes the handover to live process and engages service introduction. Present the project/delivery at the sprint review meetings. Agree client acceptance criteria and UAT plans and ensure that the project meets the required requirements. Complete the project close-down and ensure that the project evaluation review meeting/lessons learnt is held in a timely manner and that any actions arising are completed. Resource management: Estimating and managing project resourcing required/accurately forecast and record staffing demand. Change management: Manage change on the project ensuring that change is appropriately managed. Attend change advisory board meetings and raise changes impacting the live environments in a prompt manner. Identify the impacts for both customer and project initiated change requests and manage the production of accurate responses in a timely manner. Facilitate the production and distribution of any necessary tech notes and arrange impacting workshops as necessary. Risk management: identify project and cross-project risks and dependencies. Manage dependencies and enact risk mitigations with escalations as necessary. Schedule management: develop and maintain delivery schedules by working closely with the head of project delivery. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (SCRUM DELIVERY): Facilitating all scrum ceremonies and artefacts for multiple development teams Improving all aspects of our software development process continuously and collaboratively Initiating mediation of all conflicts within teams or between teams and stakeholders Understanding the impediments and eliminating any identified impediments to progress Delivering hands-on coaching of the development teams in all aspects of self-organization Contributing to a sustainable and collaborative, team oriented culture Ensuring knowledge transfer, knowledge management and organisational learning across all departments Reducing complexity, encouraging face-to-face-communication and lean thinking Leading by example and behaving as a role model in attitude and communication Assisting with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information Supporting and educating the Product team, especially with respect to refining and maintaining the product backlog KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AGILE PROJECT MANAGER: University level degree Experience working as a project manager for at least three years for a software development team producing and maintaining project governance artefacts Experience playing the Scrum Master role for at least two years for a software development team that was diligently applying Scrum principles, practices, and theory. Strong experience of working across the software development life cycle(SDLC) Use of JIRA and similar tools Formal PM qualification(s) - APMG or similar Formal Scrum Master qualification(s) - CSM or similar SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Good skills and knowledge of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment and increasing transparency Excellent communication and mentoring skills Knowledge and/or experience with widely successful Agile techniques: User Stories, BDD, TDD, Continuous Integration, Continuous Testing, Peer Review, Automated Testing, Agile Games Knowledge of other Agile approaches: XP, Kanban, Lean Knowledge of numerous well documented patterns and techniques for filling in the intentional gaps left in the Scrum approach (example: numerous Burn down techniques, numerous Retrospective formats, handling bugs, etc.) DESIRABLE SKILLS: Experience in at least one other software development role - developer, testing or business analysis Applicable knowledge of the technologies used by the development teams (PHP, Python, JavaScript, SQL, API) WHY WORK FOR US We understand that building the right company culture is paramount for us to succeed in delivering our promises. Working with us you will have access to a range of employee benefits including: Health and Wellbeing: Medical Health Plan. NLP Sessions, The Cycle to Work Scheme Performance Bonus Employee Development Programs We like to have Fun! Movie Club/Video Games Clubs, Office Drinks 25 of Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays Company Sick Pay Scheme
C++ Developer / Software Engineer London to £65k *Remote Interview WFH* C++ Developer / Software Engineer (C/C++ STL Boost Windows Python). Would you like to work on complex and interesting systems that provide daily challenges; collaborate with a friendly and upbeat team and improve your knowledge of financial markets whilst enjoying a good work / life balance? You could be joining a global Investm...... click apply for full job details
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
C++ Developer / Software Engineer London to £65k *Remote Interview WFH* C++ Developer / Software Engineer (C/C++ STL Boost Windows Python). Would you like to work on complex and interesting systems that provide daily challenges; collaborate with a friendly and upbeat team and improve your knowledge of financial markets whilst enjoying a good work / life balance? You could be joining a global Investm...... click apply for full job details
Exciting opportunity to work for a company with a fantastic office location and working environment who are currently undergoing a major business transformation , underpinned by significant investment in their technology . This is a newly formed role working on a greenfield project and across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms. What the role will be doing: You will be involved with creating and maintaining all data feeds that the Data Platform requires and that data sets are optimised, structured, partitioned, indexed and performant. This role will also have a high degree of ad hoc data requests to be filled for the business and troubleshooting of data issues. Working with the BI Developer to ensure that all data feeds are optimised and available at the required times. This can include Change Capture, Change Data Control and other "delta loading" approaches Performing ad hoc data requests for the business where quick turnaround time is required for insight and critical decision making. This could be using a variety of technologies and working across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms Optimising and reviewing all ETL and database processes to ensure that the platform is running efficiently and cost effectively Assisting the wider team with data optimisation, indexing and partitioning tasks. This resource would also review other developer's SQL queries and interfaces to highlight performance issues and adherence to industry best practice What we are looking for: DBA and SQL coding experience Experience in relational databases, SSIS, KingswaySoft and other ETL technologies Knowledge of SSRS, SSAS, Power BI, Power Query and DAX Python and an understanding of Machine Learning is also a nice to have but an opportunity for future development Competitive salary on offer and great benefits. For finer details on the role please contact Amanda Cager - (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
Exciting opportunity to work for a company with a fantastic office location and working environment who are currently undergoing a major business transformation , underpinned by significant investment in their technology . This is a newly formed role working on a greenfield project and across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms. What the role will be doing: You will be involved with creating and maintaining all data feeds that the Data Platform requires and that data sets are optimised, structured, partitioned, indexed and performant. This role will also have a high degree of ad hoc data requests to be filled for the business and troubleshooting of data issues. Working with the BI Developer to ensure that all data feeds are optimised and available at the required times. This can include Change Capture, Change Data Control and other "delta loading" approaches Performing ad hoc data requests for the business where quick turnaround time is required for insight and critical decision making. This could be using a variety of technologies and working across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms Optimising and reviewing all ETL and database processes to ensure that the platform is running efficiently and cost effectively Assisting the wider team with data optimisation, indexing and partitioning tasks. This resource would also review other developer's SQL queries and interfaces to highlight performance issues and adherence to industry best practice What we are looking for: DBA and SQL coding experience Experience in relational databases, SSIS, KingswaySoft and other ETL technologies Knowledge of SSRS, SSAS, Power BI, Power Query and DAX Python and an understanding of Machine Learning is also a nice to have but an opportunity for future development Competitive salary on offer and great benefits. For finer details on the role please contact Amanda Cager - (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
I am currently recruiting for one of the world's largest exchange holding companies... This is a fantastic chance to continue your career in Python development and the chance to step into the finance space with no prior finance experience required! Responsibilities: - Design and build highly reliable, highly testable Python batch systems - Provide operational support for a European wide trading system - Participate in various R&D projects to identify and implement promising new technologies. - Participate in a global software development team Requirements: - 3+ years experience - Up to £75k base (great overall package) - Strong python Back End development Please email (see below) for more information McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
I am currently recruiting for one of the world's largest exchange holding companies... This is a fantastic chance to continue your career in Python development and the chance to step into the finance space with no prior finance experience required! Responsibilities: - Design and build highly reliable, highly testable Python batch systems - Provide operational support for a European wide trading system - Participate in various R&D projects to identify and implement promising new technologies. - Participate in a global software development team Requirements: - 3+ years experience - Up to £75k base (great overall package) - Strong python Back End development Please email (see below) for more information McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
This is an great development opportunity to gain additional experience within SQL and database administration work. Exciting opportunity to work for a company with a fantastic office location and working environment who are currently undergoing a major business transformation , underpinned by significant investment in their technology . You will also gain exposure to additional technologies as you will be working across Azure , Salesforce and Google platforms . What the role will be doing: You will be involved with creating and maintaining all data feeds that the Data Platform requires and that data sets are optimised, structured, partitioned, indexed and performant. This role will also have a high degree of ad hoc data requests to be filled for the business and troubleshooting of data issues. Working with the BI Developer to ensure that all data feeds are optimised and available at the required times. This can include Change Capture, Change Data Control and other "delta loading" approaches Performing ad hoc data requests for the business where quick turnaround time is required for insight and critical decision making. This could be using a variety of technologies and working across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms Optimising and reviewing all ETL and database processes to ensure that the platform is running efficiently and cost effectively Assisting the wider team with data optimisation, indexing and partitioning tasks. This resource would also review other developer's SQL queries and interfaces to highlight performance issues and adherence to industry best practice What we are looking for: Some work experience within a DBA position, along with SQL coding experience The desire and passion to develop and learn new technologies Some knowledge of SSRS, SSAS, SSIS, Power BI, Power Query and DAX would be desirable Python and an understanding of Machine Learning is also a nice to have but an opportunity for future development Competitive salary on offer and great benefits. For finer details on the role please contact Amanda Cager - (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
This is an great development opportunity to gain additional experience within SQL and database administration work. Exciting opportunity to work for a company with a fantastic office location and working environment who are currently undergoing a major business transformation , underpinned by significant investment in their technology . You will also gain exposure to additional technologies as you will be working across Azure , Salesforce and Google platforms . What the role will be doing: You will be involved with creating and maintaining all data feeds that the Data Platform requires and that data sets are optimised, structured, partitioned, indexed and performant. This role will also have a high degree of ad hoc data requests to be filled for the business and troubleshooting of data issues. Working with the BI Developer to ensure that all data feeds are optimised and available at the required times. This can include Change Capture, Change Data Control and other "delta loading" approaches Performing ad hoc data requests for the business where quick turnaround time is required for insight and critical decision making. This could be using a variety of technologies and working across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms Optimising and reviewing all ETL and database processes to ensure that the platform is running efficiently and cost effectively Assisting the wider team with data optimisation, indexing and partitioning tasks. This resource would also review other developer's SQL queries and interfaces to highlight performance issues and adherence to industry best practice What we are looking for: Some work experience within a DBA position, along with SQL coding experience The desire and passion to develop and learn new technologies Some knowledge of SSRS, SSAS, SSIS, Power BI, Power Query and DAX would be desirable Python and an understanding of Machine Learning is also a nice to have but an opportunity for future development Competitive salary on offer and great benefits. For finer details on the role please contact Amanda Cager - (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
An award winning fintech firm are seeking their latest Python Developer to come and join the team in their Manchester City Centre to work on a groundbreaking product that is changing the face of the way we see financial institutions. Following a considerable period of growth they now need a new Senior Developer to join the team and help build out some of these incredible products. The tech stack is as follows: - Python - ReactJS - AWS - PostgreSQL - Jira - Bamboo They operate in an Agile environment and are working with Scrums to ensure they deliver projects as well as possible. The salary for this role is between £70,000 - £80,000 . Once lockdown is over they'd be looking for somebody who could be in Manchester City Centre one day per week.
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
An award winning fintech firm are seeking their latest Python Developer to come and join the team in their Manchester City Centre to work on a groundbreaking product that is changing the face of the way we see financial institutions. Following a considerable period of growth they now need a new Senior Developer to join the team and help build out some of these incredible products. The tech stack is as follows: - Python - ReactJS - AWS - PostgreSQL - Jira - Bamboo They operate in an Agile environment and are working with Scrums to ensure they deliver projects as well as possible. The salary for this role is between £70,000 - £80,000 . Once lockdown is over they'd be looking for somebody who could be in Manchester City Centre one day per week.
This is an great development opportunity to gain additional experience within SQL and database administration work. Exciting opportunity to work for a company with a fantastic office location and working environment who are currently undergoing a major business transformation , underpinned by significant investment in their technology . You will also gain exposure to additional technologies as you will be working across Azure , Salesforce and Google platforms . What the role will be doing: You will be involved with creating and maintaining all data feeds that the Data Platform requires and that data sets are optimised, structured, partitioned, indexed and performant. This role will also have a high degree of ad hoc data requests to be filled for the business and troubleshooting of data issues. Working with the BI Developer to ensure that all data feeds are optimised and available at the required times. This can include Change Capture, Change Data Control and other "delta loading" approaches Performing ad hoc data requests for the business where quick turnaround time is required for insight and critical decision making. This could be using a variety of technologies and working across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms Optimising and reviewing all ETL and database processes to ensure that the platform is running efficiently and cost effectively Assisting the wider team with data optimisation, indexing and partitioning tasks. This resource would also review other developer's SQL queries and interfaces to highlight performance issues and adherence to industry best practice What we are looking for: Some work experience within a DBA position, along with SQL coding experience The desire and passion to develop and learn new technologies Some knowledge of SSRS, SSAS, SSIS, Power BI, Power Query and DAX would be desirable Python and an understanding of Machine Learning is also a nice to have but an opportunity for future development Competitive salary on offer and great benefits. For finer details on the role please contact Amanda Cager - (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
This is an great development opportunity to gain additional experience within SQL and database administration work. Exciting opportunity to work for a company with a fantastic office location and working environment who are currently undergoing a major business transformation , underpinned by significant investment in their technology . You will also gain exposure to additional technologies as you will be working across Azure , Salesforce and Google platforms . What the role will be doing: You will be involved with creating and maintaining all data feeds that the Data Platform requires and that data sets are optimised, structured, partitioned, indexed and performant. This role will also have a high degree of ad hoc data requests to be filled for the business and troubleshooting of data issues. Working with the BI Developer to ensure that all data feeds are optimised and available at the required times. This can include Change Capture, Change Data Control and other "delta loading" approaches Performing ad hoc data requests for the business where quick turnaround time is required for insight and critical decision making. This could be using a variety of technologies and working across Azure, Salesforce and Google platforms Optimising and reviewing all ETL and database processes to ensure that the platform is running efficiently and cost effectively Assisting the wider team with data optimisation, indexing and partitioning tasks. This resource would also review other developer's SQL queries and interfaces to highlight performance issues and adherence to industry best practice What we are looking for: Some work experience within a DBA position, along with SQL coding experience The desire and passion to develop and learn new technologies Some knowledge of SSRS, SSAS, SSIS, Power BI, Power Query and DAX would be desirable Python and an understanding of Machine Learning is also a nice to have but an opportunity for future development Competitive salary on offer and great benefits. For finer details on the role please contact Amanda Cager - (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Are you looking for a Senior Software Engineer position, fully remote and working for a secure company? Looking to work with the latest technologies in an experienced team? If you answered yes to the above, then this could be the opening that you've been looking for. This position is Fully remote, but the client has several offices around the U.K and continue their expansion on a global scale. Salary - £60,000 - £70,000 - Negotiable (DOE) If you're experienced with GoLang development and looking to take that next step in your career to a senior position, or as a senior looking for a role in a thriving organisation - then this could be perfect for you! Role: You will be developing their software and helping to maintain whilst introducing and staying current with the latest technologies, to continue their support for major global clients, with the opportunity to lead a team of 4 developers from the front. Person: You will be experienced as a Back End engineer and will be confident in leading a team and mentoring others. Leadership experience isn't essential, but would of course come as a bonus. Communication will be key, as this is a fully remote position. Technical Skills: You will have a range of skills across the following; - GoLang//Python//Node//C++//PHP//Laravel - Databases systems - MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB etc. APPLY NOW! If you're interested in the role and would like more details, give me a call or an e-mail - Interviews are currently being set-up, so apply now to avoid missing out!
Nov 28, 2020
Full time
Are you looking for a Senior Software Engineer position, fully remote and working for a secure company? Looking to work with the latest technologies in an experienced team? If you answered yes to the above, then this could be the opening that you've been looking for. This position is Fully remote, but the client has several offices around the U.K and continue their expansion on a global scale. Salary - £60,000 - £70,000 - Negotiable (DOE) If you're experienced with GoLang development and looking to take that next step in your career to a senior position, or as a senior looking for a role in a thriving organisation - then this could be perfect for you! Role: You will be developing their software and helping to maintain whilst introducing and staying current with the latest technologies, to continue their support for major global clients, with the opportunity to lead a team of 4 developers from the front. Person: You will be experienced as a Back End engineer and will be confident in leading a team and mentoring others. Leadership experience isn't essential, but would of course come as a bonus. Communication will be key, as this is a fully remote position. Technical Skills: You will have a range of skills across the following; - GoLang//Python//Node//C++//PHP//Laravel - Databases systems - MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB etc. APPLY NOW! If you're interested in the role and would like more details, give me a call or an e-mail - Interviews are currently being set-up, so apply now to avoid missing out!
