This position is eligible for remote working opportunities within the United Kingdom.
About AlphaSights
AlphaSights provides global investment and business professionals with on-demand access to business expertise across all industries and geographies. Through AlphaSights, decision makers from investment management, private equity, management consulting, and corporates connect with a dynamic network of industry experts that provide qualitative and quantitative market insights, industry expertise, and execution support. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and our global team of 1,000+ professionals in nine offices on three continents, we support our clients 24/7 around the globe. AlphaSights regularly ranks as one of the fastest-growing companies in the world. Learn more at alphasights.com .
At AlphaSights, we search through more than 500 million professionals working in the world today to find the small handful of experts qualified to answer our clients' needs. They use these insights to drive amazing progress within their organisations. Our mission is to provide access to dispersed, hidden, and underutilized knowledge.
We’ve made terrific progress working in this new space, but there is still an incredible amount to do. We’ve only just scratched the surface on how we can apply technology to this problem.
AlphaSights' Frontend Engineers build features across our ecosystem of products, both internal and client facing. As a frontend engineer you will build ambitious web applications, on the edge of what is possible with today’s browsers. You'll work closely with a variety of people in the business to arrive at the best solution, immediately see the impact of your work, and get feedback directly from users.
We're looking for people who are interested in building software systems to an incredibly high standard, comfortable working across multiple languages, and learn quickly when new technologies are introduced. We want our senior engineers to lead the thinking in their area of expertise and encourage everyone around them to continuously improve.
You will:
- Build and own our frontend architecture
- Push the boundaries of modern frontend engineering to build fast and ambitious web applications
- Work closely with our Product Team to build features that have significant business impact
- Design elegant and intuitive UI components
- Drive forward thinking for frontend technologies at AlphaSights
- Proactively identify and improve our front-end developer experience
- Work in small, nimble teams
- Understand our business context deeply and leverage your engineering knowledge to propose creative solutions to problems
- Contribute to our open source projects
You might be a fit if you:
- Have a deep understanding of JavaScript and its fundamentals
- Is experienced leading high performing engineering teams, and setting high standards in front-end development
- Understand the complexities of the DOM and CSS, especially how they interact
- Interpret UI performance metrics and address issues accordingly
- Know and understand the implications of the latest developments in ECMAScript
- Learn from and mentor other engineers
- Reason about trade-offs when discussing frontend technologies
- Navigate and write backend code where necessary
You might:
- Build UIs to schedule multi-party communication with heavy constraints
- Integrate our software to browsers, web email clients, and web calendars to meet our users needs
- Launch new product initiatives that delight our clients and differentiate our services
- Develop innovative search and discovery interfaces that are mission critical to our knowledge-search business
Who you would work with:
- You would join a dynamic, multinational, and diverse team who enjoy solving interesting problems in a collaborative environment
- We have self-taught engineers as well as graduates from top Computer Science and Engineering schools
- Your co-workers will include motivated recent graduates as well as experienced industry leaders from companies such as Google and Amazon
Don't worry if your experience or background doesn't match all of these areas, we believe a broad spectrum of experience provides great perspective on solving problems in new and innovative ways and we’d love to hear from you.
Find out more: http://engineering.alphasights.com
Feb 23, 2021
Full time
This position is eligible for remote working opportunities within the United Kingdom.
About AlphaSights
AlphaSights provides global investment and business professionals with on-demand access to business expertise across all industries and geographies. Through AlphaSights, decision makers from investment management, private equity, management consulting, and corporates connect with a dynamic network of industry experts that provide qualitative and quantitative market insights, industry expertise, and execution support. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and our global team of 1,000+ professionals in nine offices on three continents, we support our clients 24/7 around the globe. AlphaSights regularly ranks as one of the fastest-growing companies in the world. Learn more at alphasights.com .
At AlphaSights, we search through more than 500 million professionals working in the world today to find the small handful of experts qualified to answer our clients' needs. They use these insights to drive amazing progress within their organisations. Our mission is to provide access to dispersed, hidden, and underutilized knowledge.
We’ve made terrific progress working in this new space, but there is still an incredible amount to do. We’ve only just scratched the surface on how we can apply technology to this problem.
AlphaSights' Frontend Engineers build features across our ecosystem of products, both internal and client facing. As a frontend engineer you will build ambitious web applications, on the edge of what is possible with today’s browsers. You'll work closely with a variety of people in the business to arrive at the best solution, immediately see the impact of your work, and get feedback directly from users.
We're looking for people who are interested in building software systems to an incredibly high standard, comfortable working across multiple languages, and learn quickly when new technologies are introduced. We want our senior engineers to lead the thinking in their area of expertise and encourage everyone around them to continuously improve.
You will:
- Build and own our frontend architecture
- Push the boundaries of modern frontend engineering to build fast and ambitious web applications
- Work closely with our Product Team to build features that have significant business impact
- Design elegant and intuitive UI components
- Drive forward thinking for frontend technologies at AlphaSights
- Proactively identify and improve our front-end developer experience
- Work in small, nimble teams
- Understand our business context deeply and leverage your engineering knowledge to propose creative solutions to problems
- Contribute to our open source projects
You might be a fit if you:
- Have a deep understanding of JavaScript and its fundamentals
- Is experienced leading high performing engineering teams, and setting high standards in front-end development
- Understand the complexities of the DOM and CSS, especially how they interact
- Interpret UI performance metrics and address issues accordingly
- Know and understand the implications of the latest developments in ECMAScript
- Learn from and mentor other engineers
- Reason about trade-offs when discussing frontend technologies
- Navigate and write backend code where necessary
You might:
- Build UIs to schedule multi-party communication with heavy constraints
- Integrate our software to browsers, web email clients, and web calendars to meet our users needs
- Launch new product initiatives that delight our clients and differentiate our services
- Develop innovative search and discovery interfaces that are mission critical to our knowledge-search business
Who you would work with:
- You would join a dynamic, multinational, and diverse team who enjoy solving interesting problems in a collaborative environment
- We have self-taught engineers as well as graduates from top Computer Science and Engineering schools
- Your co-workers will include motivated recent graduates as well as experienced industry leaders from companies such as Google and Amazon
Don't worry if your experience or background doesn't match all of these areas, we believe a broad spectrum of experience provides great perspective on solving problems in new and innovative ways and we’d love to hear from you.
Find out more: http://engineering.alphasights.com
This position is eligible for remote working opportunities within the United Kingdom.
About AlphaSights AlphaSights provides global investment and business professionals with on-demand access to business expertise across all industries and geographies. Through AlphaSights, decision makers from investment management, private equity, management consulting, and corporates connect with a dynamic network of industry experts that provide qualitative and quantitative market insights, industry expertise, and execution support. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and our global team of 1,000+ professionals in nine offices on three continents, we support our clients 24/7 around the globe. AlphaSights regularly ranks as one of the fastest-growing companies in the world. Learn more at alphasights.com .
The Engineering Manager Role
AlphaSights' Engineering Managers are technical team leaders early in their management experience. They are still honing their management skills with the support of more senior technical leadership, but excel at unlocking their team’s potential for high quality delivery. They manage both the technical and the people side of their teams; being both a career mentor as well as a technical mentor for their developers. They spend a majority of their time ensuring the technical excellence of their team, unblocking their team for maximum delivery, and communicating the team’s needs and progress to the rest of the organization. As an engineering manager you are expected to be able to write and optimize code, as well as ensure that your developers can do the same. You'll work closely with a variety of people in the business to arrive at the best solution, immediately see the impact of your work, and get feedback directly from users.
We are seeking engineering managers looking to grow their experience and expertise, and experienced engineering leaders that are looking to expand their career into technical management. In either case, you should be skilled as an individual contributor as well as interested in running (and building) technical teams and holding them accountable to an incredibly high standard. You should be comfortable working across multiple technical languages, be excited to learn new technologies, and experienced providing technical mentorship to your teams.
You will:
Manage a team (or subset of a team depending on experience level) of software engineers, including task planning and code reviews
Technically manage (and typically build) large areas of our product and service ecosystem
Work with Product Owners to flesh out business requirements and ensure that the team is solving the right problems to help the business
Ensure that the team adheres to high standards and practices sustainable engineering
Help your team grow from both a technical and career perspective.
Follow an agile methodology for rapid, nimble delivery.
What We Look For:
Have at least 4 years of professional development experience, and have served as a technical lead (or manager) for at least a year.
Enjoy mentoring other team members, including code reviews and tech talks
Can balance deep work with cross team collaboration
Enjoy writing code in a variety of languages
Constantly learn from and mentor other engineers
What You Can Expect
You would join a dynamic, multinational, and diverse team who enjoy solving interesting problems in a collaborative environment
We have self-taught engineers as well as graduates from top Computer Science and Engineering schools
Your co-workers will include motivated recent graduates as well as experienced industry leaders from companies such as Google and Amazon
This position is eligible for remote working opportunities within the United Kingdom.
Don't worry if your experience or background doesn't match all of these areas, we believe a broad spectrum of experience provides great perspective on solving problems in new and innovative ways and we’d love to hear from you.
Feb 23, 2021
Full time
This position is eligible for remote working opportunities within the United Kingdom.
About AlphaSights AlphaSights provides global investment and business professionals with on-demand access to business expertise across all industries and geographies. Through AlphaSights, decision makers from investment management, private equity, management consulting, and corporates connect with a dynamic network of industry experts that provide qualitative and quantitative market insights, industry expertise, and execution support. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and our global team of 1,000+ professionals in nine offices on three continents, we support our clients 24/7 around the globe. AlphaSights regularly ranks as one of the fastest-growing companies in the world. Learn more at alphasights.com .
The Engineering Manager Role
AlphaSights' Engineering Managers are technical team leaders early in their management experience. They are still honing their management skills with the support of more senior technical leadership, but excel at unlocking their team’s potential for high quality delivery. They manage both the technical and the people side of their teams; being both a career mentor as well as a technical mentor for their developers. They spend a majority of their time ensuring the technical excellence of their team, unblocking their team for maximum delivery, and communicating the team’s needs and progress to the rest of the organization. As an engineering manager you are expected to be able to write and optimize code, as well as ensure that your developers can do the same. You'll work closely with a variety of people in the business to arrive at the best solution, immediately see the impact of your work, and get feedback directly from users.
We are seeking engineering managers looking to grow their experience and expertise, and experienced engineering leaders that are looking to expand their career into technical management. In either case, you should be skilled as an individual contributor as well as interested in running (and building) technical teams and holding them accountable to an incredibly high standard. You should be comfortable working across multiple technical languages, be excited to learn new technologies, and experienced providing technical mentorship to your teams.
You will:
Manage a team (or subset of a team depending on experience level) of software engineers, including task planning and code reviews
Technically manage (and typically build) large areas of our product and service ecosystem
Work with Product Owners to flesh out business requirements and ensure that the team is solving the right problems to help the business
Ensure that the team adheres to high standards and practices sustainable engineering
Help your team grow from both a technical and career perspective.
Follow an agile methodology for rapid, nimble delivery.
What We Look For:
Have at least 4 years of professional development experience, and have served as a technical lead (or manager) for at least a year.
Enjoy mentoring other team members, including code reviews and tech talks
Can balance deep work with cross team collaboration
Enjoy writing code in a variety of languages
Constantly learn from and mentor other engineers
What You Can Expect
You would join a dynamic, multinational, and diverse team who enjoy solving interesting problems in a collaborative environment
We have self-taught engineers as well as graduates from top Computer Science and Engineering schools
Your co-workers will include motivated recent graduates as well as experienced industry leaders from companies such as Google and Amazon
This position is eligible for remote working opportunities within the United Kingdom.
Don't worry if your experience or background doesn't match all of these areas, we believe a broad spectrum of experience provides great perspective on solving problems in new and innovative ways and we’d love to hear from you.
We are currently looking for a motivated Senior Software Developer to join our busy Delivery Group (DG) within the Technology | Digital | Data | Delivery Division.
This is a full time opportunity, on a 22 month fixed term contract basis.
Who are we?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
The Technology, Digital, Data & Delivery Division believes in designing products and services around our customers and delivering in a holistic way where we combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change together.
What’s the role?
The post holder is responsible for leading the design and development of applications across these multiple disciplines. The role requires close cooperative working with other members in TD3, as well as regular liaison with users, other departmental teams, and the wider agency.
Key responsibilities:
Work with teams, especially Tech Leads and Delivery Leads, to establish the most valuable enablers to pursue.
Work within an Agile Scrum team to deliver projects and take ownership of activities such as Refinement, Sprint Planning, Estimates, Retrospectives, Demos and daily Scrums.
Monitor progress on development projects at the backlog items level and assess progress against overarching project plans.
Coach developers to improve code quality by taking part in code reviews and collaborative development.
Review existing software for potential enhancements and contribute to the future planning of system support and improved application features by consulting with internal and external users.
Who are we looking for?
Our successful candidate will:
Have hands on team lead experience
Demonstrate previous experience mentoring junior developers and help guide them to solve technical issues
Have substantial experience developing product-based SaaS with JavaScript (ideally React and Node.js) on Azure with containerized microservices (AKS)
Test driven development using CI/CD and GitHub in an agile environment
Be comfortable working with vendors and stakeholders
Hold an undergraduate degree in either a maths or computer science-based subject
Be a creative self-starter, solution focused, able to demonstrate initiative and effectively deal with requirements ambiguity to develop pragmatic software solutions that realise business benefits.
If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our Job Description and Person Specification!
Please note: The job description may not open in some internet browsers. Please use Chrome or Microsoft Edge. If you have any issue viewing the job description, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
The selection process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here .
Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.
Closing date: Friday 15th January 2021
If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules.
Our process requires that you apply through our careers site, where you will be asked to complete your application and answer some competency based questions. Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applicants are scored on their competency answers so please ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Mira Mepa, Head of Recruitment and Operations, Mira.Mepa@mhra.gov.uk.
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk
info@csc.gov.uk
Civil Service Commission
Room G/8
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ
Jan 12, 2021
Full time
We are currently looking for a motivated Senior Software Developer to join our busy Delivery Group (DG) within the Technology | Digital | Data | Delivery Division.
This is a full time opportunity, on a 22 month fixed term contract basis.
Who are we?
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
The Technology, Digital, Data & Delivery Division believes in designing products and services around our customers and delivering in a holistic way where we combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change together.
What’s the role?
The post holder is responsible for leading the design and development of applications across these multiple disciplines. The role requires close cooperative working with other members in TD3, as well as regular liaison with users, other departmental teams, and the wider agency.
Key responsibilities:
Work with teams, especially Tech Leads and Delivery Leads, to establish the most valuable enablers to pursue.
Work within an Agile Scrum team to deliver projects and take ownership of activities such as Refinement, Sprint Planning, Estimates, Retrospectives, Demos and daily Scrums.
Monitor progress on development projects at the backlog items level and assess progress against overarching project plans.
Coach developers to improve code quality by taking part in code reviews and collaborative development.
Review existing software for potential enhancements and contribute to the future planning of system support and improved application features by consulting with internal and external users.
Who are we looking for?
Our successful candidate will:
Have hands on team lead experience
Demonstrate previous experience mentoring junior developers and help guide them to solve technical issues
Have substantial experience developing product-based SaaS with JavaScript (ideally React and Node.js) on Azure with containerized microservices (AKS)
Test driven development using CI/CD and GitHub in an agile environment
Be comfortable working with vendors and stakeholders
Hold an undergraduate degree in either a maths or computer science-based subject
Be a creative self-starter, solution focused, able to demonstrate initiative and effectively deal with requirements ambiguity to develop pragmatic software solutions that realise business benefits.
If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our Job Description and Person Specification!
Please note: The job description may not open in some internet browsers. Please use Chrome or Microsoft Edge. If you have any issue viewing the job description, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
The selection process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here .
Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.
Closing date: Friday 15th January 2021
If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules.
Our process requires that you apply through our careers site, where you will be asked to complete your application and answer some competency based questions. Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applicants are scored on their competency answers so please ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Mira Mepa, Head of Recruitment and Operations, Mira.Mepa@mhra.gov.uk.
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk
info@csc.gov.uk
Civil Service Commission
Room G/8
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ
The Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland
Glasgow, UK
Term Permanent Employer Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland Reporting to Chief Executive Working hours Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary £35,708 to £38,518 depending on experience Direct Report ALISS Co-ordinator
ALISS (A Local Information System for Scotland) is a national web-based service to help people find help and support close to them when they need it most by finding and sharing information about groups, services and activities that could help people live well.
It provides a platform for organisations and local groups in Scotland to share information about what they offer, and a service for the public and health and social care professionals to find and access resources near them.
Strategic Outcomes of the ALLIANCE
Innovation and transformational change across health and social care, driven by person-centred and rights based approaches and the principles of co-production and self management
Policy and practice shaped by disabled people, people with long term conditions and unpaid carers, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other status
Person centred approaches and third sector involvement within the planning and delivery of health, social care, and integrated services
Purpose of the Role
To provide effective leadership to ensure that ALISS meets the technical requirements of those with health and social care needs, Scottish Government and NHS 24
Ensure all programme business systems, information systems, partnership platforms and networks are in place to support the programme and that the technology accurately represents requirements
Manage key programme relationships to enhance and sustain connections between organisations at local and national levels and deliver technical improvements
Provide a sense of balance between programme and technical management
To be accountable for the technical delivery of the programme
Work closely with the engagement team to ensure the successful delivery of the programme
Key Aims and Objectives of the role
Responsible for capturing, deriving and translating user requirements into system design and implementation
Manage evaluation and continuous improvement
Identify opportunities for improvement customer/user satisfaction
Allocate resources to ensure sustainable and effective technical delivery of the programme
Develop and implement technical project plans so that relevant programme objectives are achieved
Use programme and project management skills to deliver to timescales and agreed quality criteria and manage the budget
Anticipate problems and complications and formulate technical solutions so as not to impede the effectiveness of the programme
Write product specifications where required
Identify opportunities for growth with funding opportunities
Identify and manage risks including data protection and information security on a continual basis
Ensure continuity and programme resilience
Work in partnership with senior staff, within and beyond the ALLIANCE
Contribute to strategic development of ALISS
Maintain a strong understanding of the health and social care agenda in Scotland
Drive recommendations around priorities
Any other duties relevant to the job or as requested by the ALLIANCE Chief Executive.
Key Relationships
Scottish Government Directorates
NHS 24
NHS Boards / Integrated Joint Boards
Third sector and community organisations
External contractors (software developers)
Membership and ALISS users
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Degree or equivalent experience
Experience of effective partnership working
Change management, negotiation and influencing skills
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically when implementing programme and solving problems
Foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure and architecture
An understanding of agile approach, open data and service design methodology
Sufficient understanding of database technology
Tech-savvy and able to deploy appropriate technology
Management experience including project management, strategic development, staff and budgets
Effective relationship management
Strong communication skills – including the ability to communicate in technical and non-technical terms to a range of audiences
Good understanding of data protection
Good understanding of person-centred approaches to health and social care
Ability to work autonomously, as part of a team and on own initiative
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Ability to manage risks
Ability to demonstrate impact on end users
Desirable
Degree in relevant technical subject e.g. management information systems, database or systems engineering etc.
Proven contribution to software development
Experience of working with committees, boards and steering groups
Experience of helping key stakeholders to articulate and refine programme requirements
Nov 12, 2020
Full time
Term Permanent Employer Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland Reporting to Chief Executive Working hours Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary £35,708 to £38,518 depending on experience Direct Report ALISS Co-ordinator
ALISS (A Local Information System for Scotland) is a national web-based service to help people find help and support close to them when they need it most by finding and sharing information about groups, services and activities that could help people live well.
It provides a platform for organisations and local groups in Scotland to share information about what they offer, and a service for the public and health and social care professionals to find and access resources near them.
Strategic Outcomes of the ALLIANCE
Innovation and transformational change across health and social care, driven by person-centred and rights based approaches and the principles of co-production and self management
Policy and practice shaped by disabled people, people with long term conditions and unpaid carers, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other status
Person centred approaches and third sector involvement within the planning and delivery of health, social care, and integrated services
Purpose of the Role
To provide effective leadership to ensure that ALISS meets the technical requirements of those with health and social care needs, Scottish Government and NHS 24
Ensure all programme business systems, information systems, partnership platforms and networks are in place to support the programme and that the technology accurately represents requirements
Manage key programme relationships to enhance and sustain connections between organisations at local and national levels and deliver technical improvements
Provide a sense of balance between programme and technical management
To be accountable for the technical delivery of the programme
Work closely with the engagement team to ensure the successful delivery of the programme
Key Aims and Objectives of the role
Responsible for capturing, deriving and translating user requirements into system design and implementation
Manage evaluation and continuous improvement
Identify opportunities for improvement customer/user satisfaction
Allocate resources to ensure sustainable and effective technical delivery of the programme
Develop and implement technical project plans so that relevant programme objectives are achieved
Use programme and project management skills to deliver to timescales and agreed quality criteria and manage the budget
Anticipate problems and complications and formulate technical solutions so as not to impede the effectiveness of the programme
Write product specifications where required
Identify opportunities for growth with funding opportunities
Identify and manage risks including data protection and information security on a continual basis
Ensure continuity and programme resilience
Work in partnership with senior staff, within and beyond the ALLIANCE
Contribute to strategic development of ALISS
Maintain a strong understanding of the health and social care agenda in Scotland
Drive recommendations around priorities
Any other duties relevant to the job or as requested by the ALLIANCE Chief Executive.
Key Relationships
Scottish Government Directorates
NHS 24
NHS Boards / Integrated Joint Boards
Third sector and community organisations
External contractors (software developers)
Membership and ALISS users
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Degree or equivalent experience
Experience of effective partnership working
Change management, negotiation and influencing skills
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically when implementing programme and solving problems
Foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure and architecture
An understanding of agile approach, open data and service design methodology
Sufficient understanding of database technology
Tech-savvy and able to deploy appropriate technology
Management experience including project management, strategic development, staff and budgets
Effective relationship management
Strong communication skills – including the ability to communicate in technical and non-technical terms to a range of audiences
Good understanding of data protection
Good understanding of person-centred approaches to health and social care
Ability to work autonomously, as part of a team and on own initiative
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Ability to manage risks
Ability to demonstrate impact on end users
Desirable
Degree in relevant technical subject e.g. management information systems, database or systems engineering etc.
Proven contribution to software development
Experience of working with committees, boards and steering groups
Experience of helping key stakeholders to articulate and refine programme requirements
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
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.
Job Title: Senior Java Developer ( UK )
Department: Engineering
Manager: CTO
Location: Andover, UK
We’re looking for an energetic, passionate and inquisitive person to help form our new Costa Rica engineering team helping to define, extend, maintain and support our existing applications and to drive their evolution to meet the challenges of the future.
The successful applicant will work closely with peers locally, in other regions and across functions, utilizing online and remote collaboration tools to deliver meaningful change.
Package and Benefits:
Competitive salary
Fully paid Annual Leave
December bonus
Private Medical Insurance
Personal and professional development opportunities
Friendly working environment
Attributes and Experience Required:
Essential:
Strong working knowledge of Java, including the following technologies and best practise : Core Java 1.8, Spring (Framework, MVC, Security, REST etc ), Hibernate (Validator etc ), and Test driven development practices
Strong background in Web Application development, including JSP, CSS, JavaScript Frameworks ( JQuery , Kendo, etc ), RESTful Web-Services
Competent experience with SQL using MySQL/MariaDB
Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate, coordinate, show attention to detail and follow a task through to completion
Experience with analysing requirements, investigating business needs, and designing responsive solutions
Willingness to dive into live technical issues to provide support and issue resolution
Minimum 5 years of hands-on working experience
Minimum 2.2 degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (or equivalent)
Desirable:
Experience with maintaining, extending, supporting, and modernising an ever-growing application
Passion for learning and problem solving in both technical and business areas
Comfortable with using the following tools: Eclipse IDE, Maven, Mercurial, Git and Atlassian suite of collaboration and development tools
Background in Payroll or other financial domains
Experience using Java libraries for the parsing and manipulation of PDF documents, Excel documents, XML, XSL transformation
Experience with implementing and integrating systems using SSO (SAML, OAuth)
Experience in website security
Experience working with Docker
Experience working with NoSQL databases such as Mongo
Key Skills:
Java
Spring
Tomcat
MySQL
Web application / JavaScript / XML / JSON
Agile
Analysis and Design
Daily Duties and Main Responsibilities Will Include:
Our main software project is a large Java web application. The application’s key functions and responsibilities focus on:
Collaboration and Control of the flow of data and processes between people and systems
Integration of data from various sources, both automated and manual; into an aggregated data warehouse
Extracting, formatting, and transmitting data to third-parties
Processing of stored and incoming data to produce new data, and add value to existing data
Internationalisation to support business users around the world
All the above has been developed over many years, contains a high degree of bespoke code and complexity. There is a great deal of domain knowledge to master that will come from working well with others in the teams. This is an ongoing support role which can involve very complex investigations and collaboration with various areas of the business.
Responsibilities:
Analysis of requirements, technical design and implementation into usable functionality
Documentation of new or updated functionality as released
Technical support of existing functionalities once launched into production environment
Upholding code standards and best practices through code reviews, refactoring efforts, and peer mentoring
Identifying solutions to existing or upcoming issues, presenting realistic solutions and championing priorities
About CloudPay
CloudPay provides managed global payroll services to multinational companies through a single, unified SaaS solution. By delivering end-to-end managed payroll services through an innovative platform, CloudPay ensures consistent and compliant payroll around the globe while reducing operating costs and manual processes.
The CloudPay solution is backed by deep industry expertise earned over 20+ years delivering services to more than 2,400 multinational entities. CloudPay’s solution guarantees accurate payroll processing across 120+ countries in more than 25 languages.
To learn more, visit cloudpay.net .
Jan 31, 2020
Full time
Job Title: Senior Java Developer ( UK )
Department: Engineering
Manager: CTO
Location: Andover, UK
We’re looking for an energetic, passionate and inquisitive person to help form our new Costa Rica engineering team helping to define, extend, maintain and support our existing applications and to drive their evolution to meet the challenges of the future.
The successful applicant will work closely with peers locally, in other regions and across functions, utilizing online and remote collaboration tools to deliver meaningful change.
Package and Benefits:
Competitive salary
Fully paid Annual Leave
December bonus
Private Medical Insurance
Personal and professional development opportunities
Friendly working environment
Attributes and Experience Required:
Essential:
Strong working knowledge of Java, including the following technologies and best practise : Core Java 1.8, Spring (Framework, MVC, Security, REST etc ), Hibernate (Validator etc ), and Test driven development practices
Strong background in Web Application development, including JSP, CSS, JavaScript Frameworks ( JQuery , Kendo, etc ), RESTful Web-Services
Competent experience with SQL using MySQL/MariaDB
Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate, coordinate, show attention to detail and follow a task through to completion
Experience with analysing requirements, investigating business needs, and designing responsive solutions
Willingness to dive into live technical issues to provide support and issue resolution
Minimum 5 years of hands-on working experience
Minimum 2.2 degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (or equivalent)
Desirable:
Experience with maintaining, extending, supporting, and modernising an ever-growing application
Passion for learning and problem solving in both technical and business areas
Comfortable with using the following tools: Eclipse IDE, Maven, Mercurial, Git and Atlassian suite of collaboration and development tools
Background in Payroll or other financial domains
Experience using Java libraries for the parsing and manipulation of PDF documents, Excel documents, XML, XSL transformation
Experience with implementing and integrating systems using SSO (SAML, OAuth)
Experience in website security
Experience working with Docker
Experience working with NoSQL databases such as Mongo
Key Skills:
Java
Spring
Tomcat
MySQL
Web application / JavaScript / XML / JSON
Agile
Analysis and Design
Daily Duties and Main Responsibilities Will Include:
Our main software project is a large Java web application. The application’s key functions and responsibilities focus on:
Collaboration and Control of the flow of data and processes between people and systems
Integration of data from various sources, both automated and manual; into an aggregated data warehouse
Extracting, formatting, and transmitting data to third-parties
Processing of stored and incoming data to produce new data, and add value to existing data
Internationalisation to support business users around the world
All the above has been developed over many years, contains a high degree of bespoke code and complexity. There is a great deal of domain knowledge to master that will come from working well with others in the teams. This is an ongoing support role which can involve very complex investigations and collaboration with various areas of the business.
Responsibilities:
Analysis of requirements, technical design and implementation into usable functionality
Documentation of new or updated functionality as released
Technical support of existing functionalities once launched into production environment
Upholding code standards and best practices through code reviews, refactoring efforts, and peer mentoring
Identifying solutions to existing or upcoming issues, presenting realistic solutions and championing priorities
About CloudPay
CloudPay provides managed global payroll services to multinational companies through a single, unified SaaS solution. By delivering end-to-end managed payroll services through an innovative platform, CloudPay ensures consistent and compliant payroll around the globe while reducing operating costs and manual processes.
The CloudPay solution is backed by deep industry expertise earned over 20+ years delivering services to more than 2,400 multinational entities. CloudPay’s solution guarantees accurate payroll processing across 120+ countries in more than 25 languages.
To learn more, visit cloudpay.net .
Key Aspects of the Role:
Demonstrate analytical and programming skills across a range of platforms.
Ability to interpret requirements into working code.
Agile Development Process.
Strong problem solving skills.
Develop, test and implement code to departmental standards.
Produce just enough documentation and ensure proposed solutions are fit for purpose.
Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports.
Ensure that communication to the business is professional, clear and appropriate.
Perform maintenance programming and correction of defects.
Some international travel
Willingness to learn new technology such as Artificial Intelligence, automation or robotics
Work closely with other systems teams to ensure successful technical solution delivery
Essential Skills / Experience:
C#
WebAPI and/or WCF
Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ / T-SQL & Stored Procedures
Desired Skills / Experience:
Windows Forms
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) / GitAzureOracle PL-SQL
Azure
Oracle PL-SQL
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Sendhu Ravi
Contact Email:
sendhu@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
07899914994
Job Type:
Permeant
Location:
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
£50,000 - £70,000
Mar 12, 2019
Full time
Key Aspects of the Role:
Demonstrate analytical and programming skills across a range of platforms.
Ability to interpret requirements into working code.
Agile Development Process.
Strong problem solving skills.
Develop, test and implement code to departmental standards.
Produce just enough documentation and ensure proposed solutions are fit for purpose.
Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports.
Ensure that communication to the business is professional, clear and appropriate.
Perform maintenance programming and correction of defects.
Some international travel
Willingness to learn new technology such as Artificial Intelligence, automation or robotics
Work closely with other systems teams to ensure successful technical solution delivery
Essential Skills / Experience:
C#
WebAPI and/or WCF
Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ / T-SQL & Stored Procedures
Desired Skills / Experience:
Windows Forms
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) / GitAzureOracle PL-SQL
Azure
Oracle PL-SQL
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Sendhu Ravi
Contact Email:
sendhu@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
07899914994
Job Type:
Permeant
Location:
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
£50,000 - £70,000
Key Aspects of the Role:
Demonstrate analytical and programming skills across a range of platforms.
Ability to interpret requirements into working code.
Agile Development Process.
Strong problem solving skills.
Develop, test and implement code to departmental standards.
Produce just enough documentation and ensure proposed solutions are fit for purpose.
Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports.
Ensure that communication to the business is professional, clear and appropriate.
Perform maintenance programming and correction of defects.
Some international travel
Willingness to learn new technology such as Artificial Intelligence, automation or robotics
Work closely with other systems teams to ensure successful technical solution delivery
Essential Skills / Experience:
C#
WebAPI and/or WCF
Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ / T-SQL & Stored Procedures
Desired Skills / Experience:
Windows Forms
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) / GitAzureOracle PL-SQL
Azure
Oracle PL-SQL
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Sendhu Ravi
Contact Email:
sendhu@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
07899914994
Job Type:
Permeant
Location:
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
£50,000 - £70,000
Mar 12, 2019
Full time
Key Aspects of the Role:
Demonstrate analytical and programming skills across a range of platforms.
Ability to interpret requirements into working code.
Agile Development Process.
Strong problem solving skills.
Develop, test and implement code to departmental standards.
Produce just enough documentation and ensure proposed solutions are fit for purpose.
Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports.
Ensure that communication to the business is professional, clear and appropriate.
Perform maintenance programming and correction of defects.
Some international travel
Willingness to learn new technology such as Artificial Intelligence, automation or robotics
Work closely with other systems teams to ensure successful technical solution delivery
Essential Skills / Experience:
C#
WebAPI and/or WCF
Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ / T-SQL & Stored Procedures
Desired Skills / Experience:
Windows Forms
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) / GitAzureOracle PL-SQL
Azure
Oracle PL-SQL
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Sendhu Ravi
Contact Email:
sendhu@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
07899914994
Job Type:
Permeant
Location:
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
£50,000 - £70,000
Key Aspects of this role:
Ability to interpret requirements into working code.
Continually improve skills, utilising provided training materials, and seek to expand business knowledge.
Agile Development Process.
Develop, test and implement code to departmental standards.
Work to plans / deadlines provided, escalating issues as appropriate.
Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports.
Ensure that communication to the business is professional, clear and appropriate.
Perform maintenance programming and correction of defects.
Essential Skills / Experience:
C# / ASP.Net
Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ / T-SQL & Stored Procedures
HTML 5 / CSS3
Javascript
Desirable Skills / Experience:
Javascript Frameworks: jQuery / AngularJS / React / React Native
ASP.Net Core MVC
ASP.Net WebAPI
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) / Git
Oracle PL-SQL
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Sendhu Ravi
Contact Email:
sendhu@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
07899914994
Job Type:
Permeant
Location:
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
£45,000 - £70,000
Mar 12, 2019
Full time
Key Aspects of this role:
Ability to interpret requirements into working code.
Continually improve skills, utilising provided training materials, and seek to expand business knowledge.
Agile Development Process.
Develop, test and implement code to departmental standards.
Work to plans / deadlines provided, escalating issues as appropriate.
Provide ad-hoc analysis and reports.
Ensure that communication to the business is professional, clear and appropriate.
Perform maintenance programming and correction of defects.
Essential Skills / Experience:
C# / ASP.Net
Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ / T-SQL & Stored Procedures
HTML 5 / CSS3
Javascript
Desirable Skills / Experience:
Javascript Frameworks: jQuery / AngularJS / React / React Native
ASP.Net Core MVC
ASP.Net WebAPI
Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) / Git
Oracle PL-SQL
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Sendhu Ravi
Contact Email:
sendhu@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
07899914994
Job Type:
Permeant
Location:
Nottinghamshire
Salary:
£45,000 - £70,000
Odin has an exciting opportunity for a Full Stack Developer to join the team based in London. You will work on a full time permanent basis and will receive a highly competitive salary.
ODIN is a strategy-focused technology consultancy. We architect and implement award-winning technical solutions that support our clients’ commercial objectives and future vision.
In just over 4 years ODIN has grown from a boutique consultancy to a 20+ strong team, with an impressive roster of clients including some of Europe’s largest media organisations and brands ranging from Which? to Discovery, Hearst to Honda.
With our expanding client roster and ambitions to consolidate our spot as one of Europe’s leading Technology Consultancies, this is a great time to join. We still offer the flexibility, growth and atmosphere of a start-up whilst providing the security and established processes of a larger organisation.
We’re hiring a full stack developer to work on client projects ranging from consumer websites to data warehouses, reporting directly to the Development Manager.
Your day to day job will be mainly coding, attending scrum ceremonies, contributing to architectural discussions and mentoring more junior members of the team.
As a more senior member of the team you will be expected to actively contribute to continual improvement of practices and standards used. For example presenting at Lunch & Learn Fridays.
Qualities needed as our Full Stack Developer:
- Perfect written and spoken English.
- Passion for technology.
- Strong technical background (degree or otherwise proven) is required.
- Be client facing and customer service focused.
- Good problem solving skills.
- Adaptable, agile mindset.
Responsibilities needed as our Full Stack Developer:
- Develop software to meet user needs.
- Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines.
- Write clean, secure and well-tested code.
- Plan and lead development on sets of related stories.
- Have an understanding of whole systems and take responsibility for teaching this to others.
- Work with other disciplines to understand what needs to be built.
- Coach and mentor more junior colleagues.
- Consider the operation and support of the production services.
- Find ways to improve system robustness, resilience and stability.
Skills & Experience needed as our Full Stack Developer:
- Server side coding, preferably Javascript, Node.
- AWS services specifically including: Cloudwatch, EC2, RDS, S3.
- Database technologies (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery.
- Working knowledge of front end frameworks such as React and Angular.
- Good understanding of system/application performance and performance tuning.
- Build tools - Gradle, NPM.
- Git - Command line, Bitbucket, GitHub, GitLab, Stash.
- TDD and BDD.
- Testing tools and techniques - Cucumber, Mocha.
- Web Services - REST, SOAP.
- CI servers (Jenkins, Hudson, Bamboo).
- Developing on Linux/UNIX.
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment principles.
- JIRA and Confluence.
- Software development principles Scrum & KanBan.
Desirable
- Developed SaaS web applications and/or Data Warehousing.
- AWS Certifications.
- Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible.
What we can offer you as our Full Stack Developer:
- A friendly supportive environment.
- Exposure to leading cloud technologies.
- Free online training and exams for relevant certification.
- A dynamic working environment in central London.
Jan 02, 2019
Full time
Odin has an exciting opportunity for a Full Stack Developer to join the team based in London. You will work on a full time permanent basis and will receive a highly competitive salary.
ODIN is a strategy-focused technology consultancy. We architect and implement award-winning technical solutions that support our clients’ commercial objectives and future vision.
In just over 4 years ODIN has grown from a boutique consultancy to a 20+ strong team, with an impressive roster of clients including some of Europe’s largest media organisations and brands ranging from Which? to Discovery, Hearst to Honda.
With our expanding client roster and ambitions to consolidate our spot as one of Europe’s leading Technology Consultancies, this is a great time to join. We still offer the flexibility, growth and atmosphere of a start-up whilst providing the security and established processes of a larger organisation.
We’re hiring a full stack developer to work on client projects ranging from consumer websites to data warehouses, reporting directly to the Development Manager.
Your day to day job will be mainly coding, attending scrum ceremonies, contributing to architectural discussions and mentoring more junior members of the team.
As a more senior member of the team you will be expected to actively contribute to continual improvement of practices and standards used. For example presenting at Lunch & Learn Fridays.
Qualities needed as our Full Stack Developer:
- Perfect written and spoken English.
- Passion for technology.
- Strong technical background (degree or otherwise proven) is required.
- Be client facing and customer service focused.
- Good problem solving skills.
- Adaptable, agile mindset.
Responsibilities needed as our Full Stack Developer:
- Develop software to meet user needs.
- Follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines.
- Write clean, secure and well-tested code.
- Plan and lead development on sets of related stories.
- Have an understanding of whole systems and take responsibility for teaching this to others.
- Work with other disciplines to understand what needs to be built.
- Coach and mentor more junior colleagues.
- Consider the operation and support of the production services.
- Find ways to improve system robustness, resilience and stability.
Skills & Experience needed as our Full Stack Developer:
- Server side coding, preferably Javascript, Node.
- AWS services specifically including: Cloudwatch, EC2, RDS, S3.
- Database technologies (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery.
- Working knowledge of front end frameworks such as React and Angular.
- Good understanding of system/application performance and performance tuning.
- Build tools - Gradle, NPM.
- Git - Command line, Bitbucket, GitHub, GitLab, Stash.
- TDD and BDD.
- Testing tools and techniques - Cucumber, Mocha.
- Web Services - REST, SOAP.
- CI servers (Jenkins, Hudson, Bamboo).
- Developing on Linux/UNIX.
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment principles.
- JIRA and Confluence.
- Software development principles Scrum & KanBan.
Desirable
- Developed SaaS web applications and/or Data Warehousing.
- AWS Certifications.
- Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible.
What we can offer you as our Full Stack Developer:
- A friendly supportive environment.
- Exposure to leading cloud technologies.
- Free online training and exams for relevant certification.
- A dynamic working environment in central London.
Salary: £157.50 - £293.63 p/w
Working Week: Monday to Friday – requirement to work one of the following dependant on rota. 0800 to 1630 0830 to 1700 0900 to 1730 60 minute lunch break
Total hours per week: 37.50
Duration: 24 Months
Start Date: ASAP
About Good Energy
Founded in 1999, Our mission at Good Energy is to transform the UK energy market by helping homes and businesses to be part of a sustainable solution to climate change.
Good Energy is looking for talented people to help us build a more sustainable future for the UK. We’re motivated by the contribution we make every day towards developing the green energy sector and reducing the UK’s carbon emissions.
Life at Good Energy is a little different from your average company. Everyone works in a fun and fast paced environment where your day to day responsibilities will be contributing to a better, more sustainable future for everyone.
The Apprentice Service Desk Analyst will require a flexible self-starter, capable of working in a small but highly demanding and productive team environment. The successful candidate will work closely with members of the IT & Digital team to deliver robust solutions. The role requires the ability to communicate and work with a variety of people from every area of the
As an Apprentice Service Desk Analyst, you will be part of the IT team. The IT & Digital team is responsible for supporting the Business with all IT & Digital needs. The successful candidate will require a passion for customer service and communication with colleagues, and will contribute to continual improvement of service desk documentation.
Apprenticeship summary
Work closely with customers around the business to collect necessary information to allow resolution of Service Desk tickets.
Directly resolve service desk tickets in agreed areas of responsibility including, but not limited to:
New user accounts setup (Active Directory/Exchange/Shortel telephony etc.)
Account permission modification (In line with approval process)
Remote deployment of software packages
Account retirement in accordance with leaver’s procedures
Provide application support including, but not limited to:
Responding to user queries
Investigating application errors
Escalate tickets to Senior Service Desk Analyst as required
Self-Manage assigned activities
Support the Service Desk and Governance Lead
Provide, to support Service Desk ticket resolution
Provide information, and direct tickets, as required to other members of IT & Digital to allow tickets to be resolved, and support management of the Service Desk workload
Contribute to the creation, maintenance and continual improvement of service desk processes/documentation
At all times follow and support all relevant departmental policies, guidelines, processes and other documentation
Maintain quality and accuracy in all areas of work, in particular for any Service Desk tickets directly resolved by yourself
Support the IT & Digital Department in other activities
Adopt and drive a framework of continuous improvement, developing innovative and value-added ways to serve our customer
Facilitate clear and concise communications between the IT & Digital team and our customer during times of major service impacting issues
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
A passion for developing your Hardware/Software diagnosis and troubleshooting skills
Self-starter capability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience of gathering key information to allow decisions to be taken
Attention to detail
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to promote a professional perception of the department to others
Ability to prioritise a varied and demanding workload to hit agreed deadlines
Confidence getting to grips with unfamiliar IT applications and software
Adaptability: able to thrive in an evolving work environment
Ability to work under pressure during times of high calls volumes and high impacting incidents.
Experience with Windows 7 and Windows 10
Personal qualities
Works in a way which role models our purpose & values:
Our Purpose: ‘Powering the choice of cleaner greener future, together’
Straightforward
We are straightforward in how we communicate with each other and get things done
Determined
We are determined and resilient, overcoming challenges to realise our purpose together
Inclusive
We value people’s differences and recognise the strength they give us when we work together
Fair
In fulfilling our purpose, we aim to balance fairly the needs of our people with those of our customers, our shareholders and our future holders
Desired qualifications
Minimum GCSE grades A to C including Maths and English. All applicants will be required to pass initial assessments in Maths and English.
All applicants will be required to complete initial assessments in Maths and English.
Depending on the apprenticeship applied for, you will also need to complete the ICT initial assessment.
Future prospects
May lead to permanent employment for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.
An advanced apprenticeship in IT can lead to jobs such as Software or Web Developer, Support Engineer, Software Tester or Network Planner, and much more. You could progress to a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in IT, Software, Web and Telecoms.
Things to consider
Driving licence preferable but not essential
You must be able to get to and from the place of work and college in a timely manner
Advanced Apprenticeships in IT and Telecoms can take up to 24 months to complete, although the actual duration will depend on your job role and previous experience
To assist you during your apprenticeship, you may be required to purchase some equipment and resources to support you during your course
Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd January 2019
Dec 12, 2018
Intern
Salary: £157.50 - £293.63 p/w
Working Week: Monday to Friday – requirement to work one of the following dependant on rota. 0800 to 1630 0830 to 1700 0900 to 1730 60 minute lunch break
Total hours per week: 37.50
Duration: 24 Months
Start Date: ASAP
About Good Energy
Founded in 1999, Our mission at Good Energy is to transform the UK energy market by helping homes and businesses to be part of a sustainable solution to climate change.
Good Energy is looking for talented people to help us build a more sustainable future for the UK. We’re motivated by the contribution we make every day towards developing the green energy sector and reducing the UK’s carbon emissions.
Life at Good Energy is a little different from your average company. Everyone works in a fun and fast paced environment where your day to day responsibilities will be contributing to a better, more sustainable future for everyone.
The Apprentice Service Desk Analyst will require a flexible self-starter, capable of working in a small but highly demanding and productive team environment. The successful candidate will work closely with members of the IT & Digital team to deliver robust solutions. The role requires the ability to communicate and work with a variety of people from every area of the
As an Apprentice Service Desk Analyst, you will be part of the IT team. The IT & Digital team is responsible for supporting the Business with all IT & Digital needs. The successful candidate will require a passion for customer service and communication with colleagues, and will contribute to continual improvement of service desk documentation.
Apprenticeship summary
Work closely with customers around the business to collect necessary information to allow resolution of Service Desk tickets.
Directly resolve service desk tickets in agreed areas of responsibility including, but not limited to:
New user accounts setup (Active Directory/Exchange/Shortel telephony etc.)
Account permission modification (In line with approval process)
Remote deployment of software packages
Account retirement in accordance with leaver’s procedures
Provide application support including, but not limited to:
Responding to user queries
Investigating application errors
Escalate tickets to Senior Service Desk Analyst as required
Self-Manage assigned activities
Support the Service Desk and Governance Lead
Provide, to support Service Desk ticket resolution
Provide information, and direct tickets, as required to other members of IT & Digital to allow tickets to be resolved, and support management of the Service Desk workload
Contribute to the creation, maintenance and continual improvement of service desk processes/documentation
At all times follow and support all relevant departmental policies, guidelines, processes and other documentation
Maintain quality and accuracy in all areas of work, in particular for any Service Desk tickets directly resolved by yourself
Support the IT & Digital Department in other activities
Adopt and drive a framework of continuous improvement, developing innovative and value-added ways to serve our customer
Facilitate clear and concise communications between the IT & Digital team and our customer during times of major service impacting issues
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
A passion for developing your Hardware/Software diagnosis and troubleshooting skills
Self-starter capability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience of gathering key information to allow decisions to be taken
Attention to detail
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to promote a professional perception of the department to others
Ability to prioritise a varied and demanding workload to hit agreed deadlines
Confidence getting to grips with unfamiliar IT applications and software
Adaptability: able to thrive in an evolving work environment
Ability to work under pressure during times of high calls volumes and high impacting incidents.
Experience with Windows 7 and Windows 10
Personal qualities
Works in a way which role models our purpose & values:
Our Purpose: ‘Powering the choice of cleaner greener future, together’
Straightforward
We are straightforward in how we communicate with each other and get things done
Determined
We are determined and resilient, overcoming challenges to realise our purpose together
Inclusive
We value people’s differences and recognise the strength they give us when we work together
Fair
In fulfilling our purpose, we aim to balance fairly the needs of our people with those of our customers, our shareholders and our future holders
Desired qualifications
Minimum GCSE grades A to C including Maths and English. All applicants will be required to pass initial assessments in Maths and English.
All applicants will be required to complete initial assessments in Maths and English.
Depending on the apprenticeship applied for, you will also need to complete the ICT initial assessment.
Future prospects
May lead to permanent employment for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.
An advanced apprenticeship in IT can lead to jobs such as Software or Web Developer, Support Engineer, Software Tester or Network Planner, and much more. You could progress to a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in IT, Software, Web and Telecoms.
Things to consider
Driving licence preferable but not essential
You must be able to get to and from the place of work and college in a timely manner
Advanced Apprenticeships in IT and Telecoms can take up to 24 months to complete, although the actual duration will depend on your job role and previous experience
To assist you during your apprenticeship, you may be required to purchase some equipment and resources to support you during your course
Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd January 2019
Who we are:
Black Sun is a leading digital communications agency working on behalf of a range of global clients. Combining a unique blend of strategic insight and in-depth stakeholder communications expertise we have built a market leading reputation for our consultancy expertise, producing award winning digital communications, websites, extranets, video's, social media campaigns, sustainability communications, corporate reports, investor and employee communications.
Our role:
We are looking for a talented Senior Front End Developer to lead our growing Front End Development team. You must be a charismatic leader and collaborator but with great aptitude for autonomous work and pride yourself in creating high quality code and polished websites that accurately match the original designs. You love what you do, and you are excited to improve your skills as well as learning new ones. You have the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines and have a positive and fun attitude.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Lead the Front End team, managing workloads and motivating and developing your team members
Develop front-end projects for a range of different online projects (W3C, HTML/XHTML, CSS, WCAG, JavaScript, etc.)
Develop fully validated cross-browser XHTML websites using the latest CSS specification
Lead the development of technology improvements within the web development methodology
Produce quality technical documentation
Develop and apply appropriate testing procedures to ensure that software performs correctly. In particular to ensure that software meets any cross platform/browser requirements laid down in the Technical Specification
Identify, evaluate and implement new technologies that could be beneficial to the business and to continuously monitor development standards, release processes and support procedures.
The successful candidate will need to have the following experience:
Expert knowledge of HTML5, XHTML AND CSS3
JavaScript exposure
W3C WCAG 1.0
Knowledge of Website Testing
What are some of the benefits of joining us?
Growth; at Black Sun we have a dedicated team who work towards developing our people
Clients; you will be working with large, international, blue-chip clients everyday, building long lasting and professional relationships while working on award winning projects together
Training; as leaders within corporate communications, you will have the opportunity to work with, and learn from, industry professionals. We also offer both internal and external training programmes
A fun and friendly work community; you will be joining a fresh, supportive and friendly working environment
Socials (lots of them!); whether it be summer sports activities, Bake Offs, our annual Christmas party...or our complimentary breakfast every Friday morning
Benefits; we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, a discretionary bonus scheme, 22 days holidays (as well as a holiday loyalty scheme) and remote working opportunities
Does this sound like the job for you? Then we'd love to hear from you!
Aug 07, 2018
Full time
Who we are:
Black Sun is a leading digital communications agency working on behalf of a range of global clients. Combining a unique blend of strategic insight and in-depth stakeholder communications expertise we have built a market leading reputation for our consultancy expertise, producing award winning digital communications, websites, extranets, video's, social media campaigns, sustainability communications, corporate reports, investor and employee communications.
Our role:
We are looking for a talented Senior Front End Developer to lead our growing Front End Development team. You must be a charismatic leader and collaborator but with great aptitude for autonomous work and pride yourself in creating high quality code and polished websites that accurately match the original designs. You love what you do, and you are excited to improve your skills as well as learning new ones. You have the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines and have a positive and fun attitude.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Lead the Front End team, managing workloads and motivating and developing your team members
Develop front-end projects for a range of different online projects (W3C, HTML/XHTML, CSS, WCAG, JavaScript, etc.)
Develop fully validated cross-browser XHTML websites using the latest CSS specification
Lead the development of technology improvements within the web development methodology
Produce quality technical documentation
Develop and apply appropriate testing procedures to ensure that software performs correctly. In particular to ensure that software meets any cross platform/browser requirements laid down in the Technical Specification
Identify, evaluate and implement new technologies that could be beneficial to the business and to continuously monitor development standards, release processes and support procedures.
The successful candidate will need to have the following experience:
Expert knowledge of HTML5, XHTML AND CSS3
JavaScript exposure
W3C WCAG 1.0
Knowledge of Website Testing
What are some of the benefits of joining us?
Growth; at Black Sun we have a dedicated team who work towards developing our people
Clients; you will be working with large, international, blue-chip clients everyday, building long lasting and professional relationships while working on award winning projects together
Training; as leaders within corporate communications, you will have the opportunity to work with, and learn from, industry professionals. We also offer both internal and external training programmes
A fun and friendly work community; you will be joining a fresh, supportive and friendly working environment
Socials (lots of them!); whether it be summer sports activities, Bake Offs, our annual Christmas party...or our complimentary breakfast every Friday morning
Benefits; we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, a discretionary bonus scheme, 22 days holidays (as well as a holiday loyalty scheme) and remote working opportunities
Does this sound like the job for you? Then we'd love to hear from you!
Welcome to the Jacob Bailey Group - an independent, international and award winning Creative Business Services Agency with offices in London, Suffolk, Nottingham and New York. We’re all about connecting relevance through Data, Technology and Creativity, improving our clients’ positioning and profits, while also creating Brilliant Experiences.
We’re looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our team of software engineers. They should be an experienced PHP developer, with an outstanding working knowledge of Laravel and VueJS. Ideally with 5+ years commercial development experience and a working knowledge of Craft and WordPress as well as App development expertise (React Native preferred).
This position will head-up back-end development for client projects and our growing portfolio of Software as a Service (SaaS), as well as overseeing a network of off-shore freelancers and an internal team of service and back-end developers. The ideal candidate will have experience of developing software from Beta to market ready.
Minimum requirements:
* Back-end development experience
* App development experience
* PHP, VueJS and Laravel experience
Working standard UK office hours – 8:45am to 5:30pm, Ipswich office only.
We look forward to hearing from you, thank you.
Jul 03, 2018
Full time
Welcome to the Jacob Bailey Group - an independent, international and award winning Creative Business Services Agency with offices in London, Suffolk, Nottingham and New York. We’re all about connecting relevance through Data, Technology and Creativity, improving our clients’ positioning and profits, while also creating Brilliant Experiences.
We’re looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our team of software engineers. They should be an experienced PHP developer, with an outstanding working knowledge of Laravel and VueJS. Ideally with 5+ years commercial development experience and a working knowledge of Craft and WordPress as well as App development expertise (React Native preferred).
This position will head-up back-end development for client projects and our growing portfolio of Software as a Service (SaaS), as well as overseeing a network of off-shore freelancers and an internal team of service and back-end developers. The ideal candidate will have experience of developing software from Beta to market ready.
Minimum requirements:
* Back-end development experience
* App development experience
* PHP, VueJS and Laravel experience
Working standard UK office hours – 8:45am to 5:30pm, Ipswich office only.
We look forward to hearing from you, thank you.
Our Role:
If you’re bored of the same old repetitive programming, you’re ready for your next challenge, you want to lead, make a difference and add value and work with cutting edge technologies on large digital projects for global brands? Well, we want to hear from you!
We have a great opportunity for a talented Senior Front End Developer to join our growing Application Development team. We are looking for someone to lead our front end team, to help mentor and grow our front end developers, to bring in new ideas and to shake up how we do things, and to produce high quality websites, intranets, etc. for our clients.
The successful candidate needs to be passionate about programming, enjoy motivating others and leading by example, have a proven ability to learn new skills and work on short sprints to meet tight deadlines, have a keen eye for detail, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and want to participate in building a world class programming team.
Your qualifications, experience and attributes:
Extensive commercial experience of the following is essential (expert knowledge of):
HTML 5 & CSS 3 (XHTML, CSS, DOM)
JavaScript/AJAX, JQuery Framework and other JavaScript UI frameworks/patterns,
Pixel-perfect HTML rendition of Photoshop templates;
Image manipulation through Photoshop/The GIMP;
Strong attention to detail and quality;
Strong interpersonal and communications skills necessary to build trust and respect both externally and internally;
Ability to manage many urgent and often conflicting priorities;
Flexibility and team focused, non-hierarchical approach with a ‘roll up your sleeves’ attitude to getting the job done; and
A great sense of humour and fun!
Some commercial experience of the following would be highly beneficial:
Implementation of responsive design / mobile front-end development
Website testing experience with Cross Browser compatibility.
Knowledge of W3C WCAG 2.0;
CSS and box model; and
Good understanding of the different image types and when to use them.
A bit about us:
We are one of the UK's leading Stakeholder Communications agencies based in the beautiful grounds of Fulham Palace, London. Black Sun is an award winning, fast growing agency with over 100 employees, with offices in both London and Singapore. We work with some of the world's largest international organisations on a range of exciting digital communications projects.
What’s in it for you:
An impressive client list; our client list is seriously impressive; you will have the opportunity to work endless projects for large, multinational companies
Growth; at Black Sun we have a dedicated team who work towards developing and growing our people
A fun and friendly work community; you will have the chance to join a fresh, supportive and friendly work environment
Socials; A true Black Sunner loves a good social, whether it be summer sports activities, Bake Offs, our annual Christmas party...and did we mention a breakfast every Friday morning?
Benefits; we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, a discretionary bonus scheme, 22 days holidays (as well as a holiday loyalty scheme) and remote working opportunities (and much more!)
Jun 21, 2018
Full time
Our Role:
If you’re bored of the same old repetitive programming, you’re ready for your next challenge, you want to lead, make a difference and add value and work with cutting edge technologies on large digital projects for global brands? Well, we want to hear from you!
We have a great opportunity for a talented Senior Front End Developer to join our growing Application Development team. We are looking for someone to lead our front end team, to help mentor and grow our front end developers, to bring in new ideas and to shake up how we do things, and to produce high quality websites, intranets, etc. for our clients.
The successful candidate needs to be passionate about programming, enjoy motivating others and leading by example, have a proven ability to learn new skills and work on short sprints to meet tight deadlines, have a keen eye for detail, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and want to participate in building a world class programming team.
Your qualifications, experience and attributes:
Extensive commercial experience of the following is essential (expert knowledge of):
HTML 5 & CSS 3 (XHTML, CSS, DOM)
JavaScript/AJAX, JQuery Framework and other JavaScript UI frameworks/patterns,
Pixel-perfect HTML rendition of Photoshop templates;
Image manipulation through Photoshop/The GIMP;
Strong attention to detail and quality;
Strong interpersonal and communications skills necessary to build trust and respect both externally and internally;
Ability to manage many urgent and often conflicting priorities;
Flexibility and team focused, non-hierarchical approach with a ‘roll up your sleeves’ attitude to getting the job done; and
A great sense of humour and fun!
Some commercial experience of the following would be highly beneficial:
Implementation of responsive design / mobile front-end development
Website testing experience with Cross Browser compatibility.
Knowledge of W3C WCAG 2.0;
CSS and box model; and
Good understanding of the different image types and when to use them.
A bit about us:
We are one of the UK's leading Stakeholder Communications agencies based in the beautiful grounds of Fulham Palace, London. Black Sun is an award winning, fast growing agency with over 100 employees, with offices in both London and Singapore. We work with some of the world's largest international organisations on a range of exciting digital communications projects.
What’s in it for you:
An impressive client list; our client list is seriously impressive; you will have the opportunity to work endless projects for large, multinational companies
Growth; at Black Sun we have a dedicated team who work towards developing and growing our people
A fun and friendly work community; you will have the chance to join a fresh, supportive and friendly work environment
Socials; A true Black Sunner loves a good social, whether it be summer sports activities, Bake Offs, our annual Christmas party...and did we mention a breakfast every Friday morning?
Benefits; we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, a discretionary bonus scheme, 22 days holidays (as well as a holiday loyalty scheme) and remote working opportunities (and much more!)
Location: Loughton, Essex
Hours: Full Time, working week consists of 37.5 hours per week.
Job Type: Permanent
A Senior Web Developer is required to join a fast growing internet finance company which provides online credit solutions to a diverse client group. Our aim is to ensure an innovative and timely approach to all of our customers. We offer an alternative to High Street lending by listening to our customers and offering instant solutions that help them manage their short term needs.
We are a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where ideas and innovation is rewarded and welcomed. Hard work is as a matter of course and achieves our desired end results.
The main purpose and responsibilities of the role are:
Developing website features and fixing bugs using C#
Writing unit tests using nUnit
Styling website changes in CSS
Developing JavaScript code using frameworks such as Angular.js
Attending scrum meetings and briefings with clients and peers
Taking responsibility for all development work and ownership of thorough quality control
Creating and updating table design in SQL Server 2014
Writing browser based tests using Selenium/SpecFlow/C#
Analysing and amending database queries for high performance
Technical Skills:
Must be fluent in the following:
NET MVC 5
C# 6 including advanced language features e.g. generics, lambdas, delegates
Design Patterns and SOLID Principles
Linq-Sql/Entity Framework 6+
SQL Server 2014+
TDD/nUnit
Javascript/JQuery/AJAX
HTML5
CSS 3
Desirable Skills:
AngularJS
Agile methodologies/Scrum
Automated browser testing/SpecFlow/Selenium
SignalR
NodeJs/Grunt/Gulp
ECMAScript6
MVC Core
.NET Core
Personal Qualities:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent coding and development abilities
The confidence to express ideas as part of a creative team
A clear and genuine interest in technological trends
The ability to meet deadlines and think strategically
A passionate approach to work with a desire to push boundaries
The ability to explain technical jargon to peers
Honest, reliable, dedicated and hard working
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter with your salary expectations to recruitment@mrlender.co.uk
All applicants should have a valid EU work permit to be considered. Please note that this role requires a DBS check.
Nov 24, 2017
Full time
Location: Loughton, Essex
Hours: Full Time, working week consists of 37.5 hours per week.
Job Type: Permanent
A Senior Web Developer is required to join a fast growing internet finance company which provides online credit solutions to a diverse client group. Our aim is to ensure an innovative and timely approach to all of our customers. We offer an alternative to High Street lending by listening to our customers and offering instant solutions that help them manage their short term needs.
We are a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where ideas and innovation is rewarded and welcomed. Hard work is as a matter of course and achieves our desired end results.
The main purpose and responsibilities of the role are:
Developing website features and fixing bugs using C#
Writing unit tests using nUnit
Styling website changes in CSS
Developing JavaScript code using frameworks such as Angular.js
Attending scrum meetings and briefings with clients and peers
Taking responsibility for all development work and ownership of thorough quality control
Creating and updating table design in SQL Server 2014
Writing browser based tests using Selenium/SpecFlow/C#
Analysing and amending database queries for high performance
Technical Skills:
Must be fluent in the following:
NET MVC 5
C# 6 including advanced language features e.g. generics, lambdas, delegates
Design Patterns and SOLID Principles
Linq-Sql/Entity Framework 6+
SQL Server 2014+
TDD/nUnit
Javascript/JQuery/AJAX
HTML5
CSS 3
Desirable Skills:
AngularJS
Agile methodologies/Scrum
Automated browser testing/SpecFlow/Selenium
SignalR
NodeJs/Grunt/Gulp
ECMAScript6
MVC Core
.NET Core
Personal Qualities:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent coding and development abilities
The confidence to express ideas as part of a creative team
A clear and genuine interest in technological trends
The ability to meet deadlines and think strategically
A passionate approach to work with a desire to push boundaries
The ability to explain technical jargon to peers
Honest, reliable, dedicated and hard working
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter with your salary expectations to recruitment@mrlender.co.uk
All applicants should have a valid EU work permit to be considered. Please note that this role requires a DBS check.
Spectrum’s retained client seeks a south coast based Lead Software Solution Architect to take full ownership of the architectural direction and delivery of a new web applications product that it is bringing to the global market.
The role is strategic in nature, and would suit a lead software architect with experience of directing architectural strategy, and of successfully delivering robust and scalable software / web services products.
The job holder will bring deep software expertise to what is a hardware led organisation, and, as such, the ability to communicate effectively with, and to influence, senior management, is essential.
This role represents an exciting opportunity to set and ‘own’ the architectural direction of a new, high-profile product within a successful, blue chip, global organisation.
Candidates are likely to be highly experienced full-stack web developers with a computer science or similar degree. Whilst this is not a team management role, well-developed communication, influencing and strategic skills are absolutely essential in this leadership role.
An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate. This is a full time employed role and not suited to contractors.
Nov 07, 2017
Full time
Spectrum’s retained client seeks a south coast based Lead Software Solution Architect to take full ownership of the architectural direction and delivery of a new web applications product that it is bringing to the global market.
The role is strategic in nature, and would suit a lead software architect with experience of directing architectural strategy, and of successfully delivering robust and scalable software / web services products.
The job holder will bring deep software expertise to what is a hardware led organisation, and, as such, the ability to communicate effectively with, and to influence, senior management, is essential.
This role represents an exciting opportunity to set and ‘own’ the architectural direction of a new, high-profile product within a successful, blue chip, global organisation.
Candidates are likely to be highly experienced full-stack web developers with a computer science or similar degree. Whilst this is not a team management role, well-developed communication, influencing and strategic skills are absolutely essential in this leadership role.
An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate. This is a full time employed role and not suited to contractors.
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
As a member of the Port Systems team within the MIS department based in our central Grangemouth MIS office, you will participate in all aspects of the project life cycle.
Activities will include delivering new capabilities as well as upgrading and supporting our existing terminal operating systems which currently consist of a diverse range of operational functions and commodities across the company’s various Ports and assets.
Your key duties will involve: -
Supporting users across the group in all areas of the existing system
Diagnosing system issues and proposing/implementing solutions.
Requirements gathering and analysis of business processes to asses and develop improved / new solutions
Preparation of detailed specification documents for changes to the existing system and new developments
Liaising with offshore developers as appropriate to ensure that the required solution is delivered
Preparation and execution of structured acceptance testing plans
Designing and delivering structured user training sessions and training literature
Full involvement in implementations and post-implementation support
Reporting to the lead Senior Ports Systems Analyst you will be fully involved in a diverse range of small to large scale projects across the group consisting of some or all of the above activities as appropriate to the situation.
Personal Requirements The successful candidate will have the following attributes: -
Essentials
Formal qualifications , preferably to degree level
Good verbal and written communications skills
Good analysis and documentation skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in collaborative fashionas an integral part of a team
An enquiring mind, willingness to learn
Adaptive disposition and ability to work on multiple tasks in parallel
Demonstrable experience / aptitude in IT related proficiencies
Desirables
Business process experience
A creative mind and flair for process and application design
A basic understanding of database design, desktop and server operating systems and general networking principles (not essential but would be an advantage)
This is not a typical IT office based job and you can be expected to spend a proportion of your time working with administration and operational personnel across the business, as well as working in operational environments to implement new processes. You will ultimately be expected to be fully conversant with all application functionality relating to the port systems area deployed across the group.
In return you can expect an excellent opportunity to forge a career in business analysis and applications design/development. Excellent terms and conditions are available and salary will be in the range £25 K – 33 K + on call allowance depending on experience.
You will be expected to participate in the On-Call rota which provides 24x7 support for the company’s systems. Full training will be provided for the various systems and infrastructure covered by this arrangement.
Sep 21, 2017
Full time
As a member of the Port Systems team within the MIS department based in our central Grangemouth MIS office, you will participate in all aspects of the project life cycle.
Activities will include delivering new capabilities as well as upgrading and supporting our existing terminal operating systems which currently consist of a diverse range of operational functions and commodities across the company’s various Ports and assets.
Your key duties will involve: -
Supporting users across the group in all areas of the existing system
Diagnosing system issues and proposing/implementing solutions.
Requirements gathering and analysis of business processes to asses and develop improved / new solutions
Preparation of detailed specification documents for changes to the existing system and new developments
Liaising with offshore developers as appropriate to ensure that the required solution is delivered
Preparation and execution of structured acceptance testing plans
Designing and delivering structured user training sessions and training literature
Full involvement in implementations and post-implementation support
Reporting to the lead Senior Ports Systems Analyst you will be fully involved in a diverse range of small to large scale projects across the group consisting of some or all of the above activities as appropriate to the situation.
Personal Requirements The successful candidate will have the following attributes: -
Essentials
Formal qualifications , preferably to degree level
Good verbal and written communications skills
Good analysis and documentation skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in collaborative fashionas an integral part of a team
An enquiring mind, willingness to learn
Adaptive disposition and ability to work on multiple tasks in parallel
Demonstrable experience / aptitude in IT related proficiencies
Desirables
Business process experience
A creative mind and flair for process and application design
A basic understanding of database design, desktop and server operating systems and general networking principles (not essential but would be an advantage)
This is not a typical IT office based job and you can be expected to spend a proportion of your time working with administration and operational personnel across the business, as well as working in operational environments to implement new processes. You will ultimately be expected to be fully conversant with all application functionality relating to the port systems area deployed across the group.
In return you can expect an excellent opportunity to forge a career in business analysis and applications design/development. Excellent terms and conditions are available and salary will be in the range £25 K – 33 K + on call allowance depending on experience.
You will be expected to participate in the On-Call rota which provides 24x7 support for the company’s systems. Full training will be provided for the various systems and infrastructure covered by this arrangement.
Overview
E (Gas and Electricity) Ltd are a rapidly expanding energy company with over 200,000 customers. We are looking for a Senior iOS Developer to join our new in-house IT department. Due to our rapid growth we will be expanding the department over the next 12 months so we offer a fantastic opportunity for career progression.
We are looking for an iOS/Objective-C developer preferably with some .NET development skills.
Experience
3 years of strong, commercial Objective-C development experience / object-orientated development
Excellent knowledge of provisioning, signing and distribution of iOS applications of all types (dev, ad-hoc, enterprise, app store)
Understanding of development methodologies (e.g. TDD, Agile)
A 'results driven’ approach
The ability to work on your own and solve problems
Advantageous skills:
IBM MaaS360 Mobile Device Management
Git/Gitflow
MS .NET development (Visual Studio)
SQL Server 2012
The main application is mission-critical so experience of developing/supporting similar iOS apps is highly beneficial.
The applicant will have at least 5 years of commercial development experience and be either a senior/lead iOS engineer or hold equivalent responsibilities.
Education
The applicant will hold a degree or equivalent qualification.
Skills
Objective-C, iOS development/Cert management, .Net, MVC, EF, SQL Server, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, RESTful APIs, Agile, TDD, good written communication/documentation skills.
Jan 26, 2017
Full time
Overview
E (Gas and Electricity) Ltd are a rapidly expanding energy company with over 200,000 customers. We are looking for a Senior iOS Developer to join our new in-house IT department. Due to our rapid growth we will be expanding the department over the next 12 months so we offer a fantastic opportunity for career progression.
We are looking for an iOS/Objective-C developer preferably with some .NET development skills.
Experience
3 years of strong, commercial Objective-C development experience / object-orientated development
Excellent knowledge of provisioning, signing and distribution of iOS applications of all types (dev, ad-hoc, enterprise, app store)
Understanding of development methodologies (e.g. TDD, Agile)
A 'results driven’ approach
The ability to work on your own and solve problems
Advantageous skills:
IBM MaaS360 Mobile Device Management
Git/Gitflow
MS .NET development (Visual Studio)
SQL Server 2012
The main application is mission-critical so experience of developing/supporting similar iOS apps is highly beneficial.
The applicant will have at least 5 years of commercial development experience and be either a senior/lead iOS engineer or hold equivalent responsibilities.
Education
The applicant will hold a degree or equivalent qualification.
Skills
Objective-C, iOS development/Cert management, .Net, MVC, EF, SQL Server, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, RESTful APIs, Agile, TDD, good written communication/documentation skills.