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 role:
An engineering team lead within one of AlphaSights’ innovation areas, working in close partnership with innovation area specialists, product, design, data, and other software engineers to drive technical innovation. Our innovation areas in London span a range of subjects, from Finance & Analytics to User Engagement, and we’ll be more than happy to go through them in detail as part of the interview process.
What you’ll do:
As an engineering team lead, you will be responsible for defining technical direction, and providing technical mentorship and guidance to other members of the team.
You will be focussed on the technical planning, quality of work, productivity and striving to increase the impact of the team’s work, with the expectation that up to 50% of your time will be spent programming.
As a lead, you will be empowered to make independent decisions for the team and will learn how to handle complex management and leadership situations.
Who you are:
Skilled, humble, driven, transparent
An experienced software engineer looking to level up in their career
Likely to have been working as an software engineer for 5+ years
Expert in at least one software programming language
Doesn’t have to be in our tech stack
Independent learner, with track record of teaching/mentoring other engineers
Great communicator
Solid understanding of modern software engineering practices
Continuous delivery
Cloud technology
Testing approaches
Functional programming
Tech stack (previous experience not required):
Kotlin (new services), Ruby , Python (for data processing) are officially supported back end languages
React is officially supported on the front end language
Our software is hosted on AWS
Kubernetes is used for application deployment, scaling, and management
Continuous Integration
CircleCI , Spinnaker , ECR
Learn more about Tech at AlphaSights in this video and through our engineering website .
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 role:
An engineering team lead within one of AlphaSights’ innovation areas, working in close partnership with innovation area specialists, product, design, data, and other software engineers to drive technical innovation. Our innovation areas in London span a range of subjects, from Finance & Analytics to User Engagement, and we’ll be more than happy to go through them in detail as part of the interview process.
What you’ll do:
As an engineering team lead, you will be responsible for defining technical direction, and providing technical mentorship and guidance to other members of the team.
You will be focussed on the technical planning, quality of work, productivity and striving to increase the impact of the team’s work, with the expectation that up to 50% of your time will be spent programming.
As a lead, you will be empowered to make independent decisions for the team and will learn how to handle complex management and leadership situations.
Who you are:
Skilled, humble, driven, transparent
An experienced software engineer looking to level up in their career
Likely to have been working as an software engineer for 5+ years
Expert in at least one software programming language
Doesn’t have to be in our tech stack
Independent learner, with track record of teaching/mentoring other engineers
Great communicator
Solid understanding of modern software engineering practices
Continuous delivery
Cloud technology
Testing approaches
Functional programming
Tech stack (previous experience not required):
Kotlin (new services), Ruby , Python (for data processing) are officially supported back end languages
React is officially supported on the front end language
Our software is hosted on AWS
Kubernetes is used for application deployment, scaling, and management
Continuous Integration
CircleCI , Spinnaker , ECR
Learn more about Tech at AlphaSights in this video and through our engineering website .
Who we are:
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 role:
As a Product Manager at AlphaSights you’ll have complete ownership of a product innovation area, and will be responsible for driving it forward with significant autonomy. You’ll join our rapidly-evolving, global technology function and take on challenging assignments that have the potential to transform the way our entire company operates. This will involve tackling a diverse set of challenges and opportunities, spanning problem definition, ideation, solution design and iteration, development, launch, and operationalisation of new technologies that scale our business. This role is a great opportunity for you if you’re motivated, hardworking, and enthusiastic to apply your product skillset to innovate a space ripe for tech disruption.
What you’ll do:
User need identification and problem definition: Collection of user feedback, internal feedback, and market feedback to identify and prioritise the user needs and sources of value within your product area.
Iterative and detailed solution formation: Work cross-functionally to hypothesize and validate solutions, convince stakeholders on your approach, and build out product evolutions.
Product development: Meticulous planning and management of the software development required for your and your team’s product solutions; you will have to partner effectively with Engineering and Design to see your ideas through to completion.
Planning: Maintenance of a clear roadmap for your innovation area. Contribution to cross-product development / release planning.
Go-to-market: Lead seamless product rollouts, including coordination of necessary documentation and training for impacted users. Monitor adoption and feedback, and continue to iterate and improve solutions.
Executive communication: Communicate and present ideas, learnings and updates to senior leadership across the business. Define, measure, and monitor KPIs, to ensure your product is delivering demonstrable business outcomes.
Who you are:
4-6 years of product management experience
Love defining and tackling complex problems in ambiguous environments, and are not satisfied until you’ve considered every angle and got to the source
Empathise with and listen to users, alongside leveraging data analytics to build a true understanding of user needs
Ideate creative and collaborative solutions
Communicate persuasively, both written and verbally
Have a proven organisation, execution and development management skillset, and can inspire, lead, and support a cross-functional team to ship great products
Hold high standards and an obsessive attention to detail with respect to the products and user experiences your team develops
Can think longer term and set out a metrics-supported, outcome-based roadmap for your innovation area
Love hiring, building teams, and mentoring and developing others
Previous experience partnering with a technical lead in a complex tech industry (experience with B2B, enterprise, or SaaS products is a plus)
For more information about our team, how we build, our projects, our tech stack, and our benefits, visit alphasights.com/careers/alphatech .
Feb 23, 2021
Full time
Who we are:
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 role:
As a Product Manager at AlphaSights you’ll have complete ownership of a product innovation area, and will be responsible for driving it forward with significant autonomy. You’ll join our rapidly-evolving, global technology function and take on challenging assignments that have the potential to transform the way our entire company operates. This will involve tackling a diverse set of challenges and opportunities, spanning problem definition, ideation, solution design and iteration, development, launch, and operationalisation of new technologies that scale our business. This role is a great opportunity for you if you’re motivated, hardworking, and enthusiastic to apply your product skillset to innovate a space ripe for tech disruption.
What you’ll do:
User need identification and problem definition: Collection of user feedback, internal feedback, and market feedback to identify and prioritise the user needs and sources of value within your product area.
Iterative and detailed solution formation: Work cross-functionally to hypothesize and validate solutions, convince stakeholders on your approach, and build out product evolutions.
Product development: Meticulous planning and management of the software development required for your and your team’s product solutions; you will have to partner effectively with Engineering and Design to see your ideas through to completion.
Planning: Maintenance of a clear roadmap for your innovation area. Contribution to cross-product development / release planning.
Go-to-market: Lead seamless product rollouts, including coordination of necessary documentation and training for impacted users. Monitor adoption and feedback, and continue to iterate and improve solutions.
Executive communication: Communicate and present ideas, learnings and updates to senior leadership across the business. Define, measure, and monitor KPIs, to ensure your product is delivering demonstrable business outcomes.
Who you are:
4-6 years of product management experience
Love defining and tackling complex problems in ambiguous environments, and are not satisfied until you’ve considered every angle and got to the source
Empathise with and listen to users, alongside leveraging data analytics to build a true understanding of user needs
Ideate creative and collaborative solutions
Communicate persuasively, both written and verbally
Have a proven organisation, execution and development management skillset, and can inspire, lead, and support a cross-functional team to ship great products
Hold high standards and an obsessive attention to detail with respect to the products and user experiences your team develops
Can think longer term and set out a metrics-supported, outcome-based roadmap for your innovation area
Love hiring, building teams, and mentoring and developing others
Previous experience partnering with a technical lead in a complex tech industry (experience with B2B, enterprise, or SaaS products is a plus)
For more information about our team, how we build, our projects, our tech stack, and our benefits, visit alphasights.com/careers/alphatech .
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.
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 Back End Role
AlphaSights' Back End Engineers build features across our ecosystem of products and services, both internal and client facing. As a back end engineer, you will remove pain-points, optimise workflows, and enhance the intelligence and capabilities of our systems. 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 care more about your engineering skill versus your deep knowledge of a particular language or framework.
Learn more about Tech at AlphaSights in this video .
Learn more about our Engineering Team on our website.
You will:
Diagnose complex issues across various levels of the stack
Improve the performance of our applications
Improve developer tooling and processes
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
What We Look For
Have 3+ years of industry experience
Are able to write code in a high-level programming language.
Can balance deep work with cross-team collaboration
Enjoy writing code in a variety of languages
See yourself as an entrepreneur as well as an engineer
Are you hesitant to submit an application because you're not sure if you check every box? Apply anyway! We’d love to hear from you and see how you can drive impact in our firm.
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
Don't worry if your experience or background doesn't match all of these areas, we believe a broad spectrum of experience provides a 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 Back End Role
AlphaSights' Back End Engineers build features across our ecosystem of products and services, both internal and client facing. As a back end engineer, you will remove pain-points, optimise workflows, and enhance the intelligence and capabilities of our systems. 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 care more about your engineering skill versus your deep knowledge of a particular language or framework.
Learn more about Tech at AlphaSights in this video .
Learn more about our Engineering Team on our website.
You will:
Diagnose complex issues across various levels of the stack
Improve the performance of our applications
Improve developer tooling and processes
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
What We Look For
Have 3+ years of industry experience
Are able to write code in a high-level programming language.
Can balance deep work with cross-team collaboration
Enjoy writing code in a variety of languages
See yourself as an entrepreneur as well as an engineer
Are you hesitant to submit an application because you're not sure if you check every box? Apply anyway! We’d love to hear from you and see how you can drive impact in our firm.
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
Don't worry if your experience or background doesn't match all of these areas, we believe a broad spectrum of experience provides a great perspective on solving problems in new and innovative ways and we’d love to hear from you.
We have an exciting position available for a Senior Data Engineer to join our team based at our HQ in Southampton, however all our people, where they can, are currently working from home and we recognise the future need to be flexible; as such we are open to applications that can deliver work remotely where appropriate. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £53,754 - £63,240 per annum.
Ordnance Survey (OS) provides national mapping services for Great Britain and is a world-leading provider of geospatial solutions. OS location data and expertise has helped governments make smarter decisions, businesses gain valuable data insight, and everyone experience the world outside for over 225 years.
We offer fantastic benefits in return for joining us as our Senior Data Engineer:
- Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
- Competitive pension
- 37 hour working week (with flexible working options)
- 25 days annual leave (30 days after five years), bank holidays, and an extra 3 over Christmas
- Plus, a suite of excellent additional benefits
About the role:
Joining our Data Engineering team, our Senior Data Engineer will provide leadership and expertise in developing new techniques, tools and pipelines. You will transform and manipulate geospatial data into forms suitable for visualisation, analysis and further development with your Agile team.
Providing insight and experience to inform data-driven decision-making, your focus will be on building, maintaining and troubleshooting data processing systems to meet business requirements; with an emphasis on security, reliability, fault-tolerance, scalability, fidelity, and efficiency.
Researching and utilising cutting-edge big data and machine learning technologies to automate and simplify processes, is all part of the role. You’ll be a key team member in one of our development teams, with the primary focus of your day-to-day activities being data manipulation and delivering data pipelines to aid development.
What we’re looking for in our ideal Senior Data Engineer:
- A degree-level qualification in a quantitative discipline or significant experience in a relevant field, such as statistical modelling or mathematics
- Experience in Microsoft Azure Cloud Services (or similar)
- Working knowledge of Databricks and Spark
- Relevant programming language(s) and databases
- Geospatial data processing and analysis techniques
- Influencing key business and technical stakeholders, with strong presentation and consultancy skills
- Providing technical coaching and mentoring
Our growing Technology and Design team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer centric design and technology services.
If you would like to be part of this, click apply now to be considered as our Senior Data Engineer, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: Sunday 28th February 2021
Feb 05, 2021
Full time
We have an exciting position available for a Senior Data Engineer to join our team based at our HQ in Southampton, however all our people, where they can, are currently working from home and we recognise the future need to be flexible; as such we are open to applications that can deliver work remotely where appropriate. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £53,754 - £63,240 per annum.
Ordnance Survey (OS) provides national mapping services for Great Britain and is a world-leading provider of geospatial solutions. OS location data and expertise has helped governments make smarter decisions, businesses gain valuable data insight, and everyone experience the world outside for over 225 years.
We offer fantastic benefits in return for joining us as our Senior Data Engineer:
- Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
- Competitive pension
- 37 hour working week (with flexible working options)
- 25 days annual leave (30 days after five years), bank holidays, and an extra 3 over Christmas
- Plus, a suite of excellent additional benefits
About the role:
Joining our Data Engineering team, our Senior Data Engineer will provide leadership and expertise in developing new techniques, tools and pipelines. You will transform and manipulate geospatial data into forms suitable for visualisation, analysis and further development with your Agile team.
Providing insight and experience to inform data-driven decision-making, your focus will be on building, maintaining and troubleshooting data processing systems to meet business requirements; with an emphasis on security, reliability, fault-tolerance, scalability, fidelity, and efficiency.
Researching and utilising cutting-edge big data and machine learning technologies to automate and simplify processes, is all part of the role. You’ll be a key team member in one of our development teams, with the primary focus of your day-to-day activities being data manipulation and delivering data pipelines to aid development.
What we’re looking for in our ideal Senior Data Engineer:
- A degree-level qualification in a quantitative discipline or significant experience in a relevant field, such as statistical modelling or mathematics
- Experience in Microsoft Azure Cloud Services (or similar)
- Working knowledge of Databricks and Spark
- Relevant programming language(s) and databases
- Geospatial data processing and analysis techniques
- Influencing key business and technical stakeholders, with strong presentation and consultancy skills
- Providing technical coaching and mentoring
Our growing Technology and Design team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer centric design and technology services.
If you would like to be part of this, click apply now to be considered as our Senior Data Engineer, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: Sunday 28th February 2021
Cancer Research UK (CRUK) have awarded funding to the CRUK City of London (CoL) Centre to create a CRUK Radiation Research Unit (RRU). The unit will feature an ambitious research programme for radiation oncology and radiation biology called RadNet. This network, is CRUK’s largest ever investment in radiotherapy research, is aimed to accelerate the development of advanced radiotherapy techniques, challenging the boundaries of this mainstay treatment through world-first exploratory projects.
We are seeking a Principal Database Architect (Engineer) whose main objective is to create and manage a complex and comprehensive electronic database. The post holder will be based at UCL Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering and will be expected to regularly visit the partner institutions (Barts, King’s and the Crick, and their respective clinical sites).
The database will be created by collating multi-parametric electronic data from specific cohorts of patients with cancer who have undergone radiotherapy, from several UK hospitals. Data will be accessed by multi-disciplinary researchers within the RadNet consortium to answer clinical research questions using developed analytical tools. The post holder will liaise with the RadNet community to manage an efficient and effective platform. This is an ambitious undertaking that requires a highly skilled individual with expertise, drive and vision to bring to fruition.
This position is initially funded till 31st October 2024.in the first instance. Candidates must have a Bachelors degree in a computational, mathematical, physical sciences or engineering subject or equivalent experience. A Masters in Data Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Health Informatics or Computing related field is desirable.
Advanced experience with data processing, management and statistical packages such as SQL, R, STATA, Python and BASH with the ability to elicit and validate requirements as well as scripting, debugging and improving scripts and experience of Mac / PC / Linux system administration. Job Description & Person Specification can be access through the 'How to Apply' link.
For informal enquiries about the role please contact Prof Gary Royle (g.royle@ucl.ac.uk)
For enquiries regarding the application process, please contact the City of London Radnet project manager Michelle Craft at m.tu@ucl.ac.uk
Jan 28, 2021
Full time
Cancer Research UK (CRUK) have awarded funding to the CRUK City of London (CoL) Centre to create a CRUK Radiation Research Unit (RRU). The unit will feature an ambitious research programme for radiation oncology and radiation biology called RadNet. This network, is CRUK’s largest ever investment in radiotherapy research, is aimed to accelerate the development of advanced radiotherapy techniques, challenging the boundaries of this mainstay treatment through world-first exploratory projects.
We are seeking a Principal Database Architect (Engineer) whose main objective is to create and manage a complex and comprehensive electronic database. The post holder will be based at UCL Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering and will be expected to regularly visit the partner institutions (Barts, King’s and the Crick, and their respective clinical sites).
The database will be created by collating multi-parametric electronic data from specific cohorts of patients with cancer who have undergone radiotherapy, from several UK hospitals. Data will be accessed by multi-disciplinary researchers within the RadNet consortium to answer clinical research questions using developed analytical tools. The post holder will liaise with the RadNet community to manage an efficient and effective platform. This is an ambitious undertaking that requires a highly skilled individual with expertise, drive and vision to bring to fruition.
This position is initially funded till 31st October 2024.in the first instance. Candidates must have a Bachelors degree in a computational, mathematical, physical sciences or engineering subject or equivalent experience. A Masters in Data Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Health Informatics or Computing related field is desirable.
Advanced experience with data processing, management and statistical packages such as SQL, R, STATA, Python and BASH with the ability to elicit and validate requirements as well as scripting, debugging and improving scripts and experience of Mac / PC / Linux system administration. Job Description & Person Specification can be access through the 'How to Apply' link.
For informal enquiries about the role please contact Prof Gary Royle (g.royle@ucl.ac.uk)
For enquiries regarding the application process, please contact the City of London Radnet project manager Michelle Craft at m.tu@ucl.ac.uk
We have an exciting opportunity available for a Software Engineer (Java) to join our team based at our state-of-the-art Headquarters in Southampton however all our people, where they can, are currently working from home. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £36,414 - £42,840 per annum.
Ordnance Survey (OS) provides national mapping services for Great Britain and is a world-leading provider of geospatial solutions. OS location data and expertise has helped governments make smarter decisions, businesses gain valuable data insight, and everyone experience the world outside for over 225 years.
We offer fantastic benefits in return for joining us as our Software Engineer (Java):
- Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
- Competitive pension
- 37 hour working week (with flexible working options)
- 25 days annual leave - (30 days after five years) bank holidays and an extra 3 over Christmas
- Plus, a suite of excellent additional benefits
About the role:
As our Software Engineer (Java), you will join our established project team and work to deliver customer requirements at pace and to a high standard using Java programming.
You will have daily contact with stakeholders and team members, and you will write code using best practices to ensure it is clean and testable. Working within an agile delivery methodology, you will ensure software is secure and well tested to optimise delivery.
What we’re looking for in our Software Engineer (Java):
- Experience in Java and Cloud technologies
- A track record in problem resolution, selection of technical solutions and applications
- Experience of providing fully capable software development and configuration
- Experience in designing and implementing RESTful API’s
- Knowledge of modern engineering best practice like TDD, BDD and Automated Testing
- A proven track record in iterative and incremental development
- Qualified to relevant development certification (or equivalent)
Our growing Technology and Design team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer-centric design and technology services.
If you would like to be part of this, click apply now to be considered as our Software Engineer (Java), we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: Sunday 14th February 2021
Jan 26, 2021
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity available for a Software Engineer (Java) to join our team based at our state-of-the-art Headquarters in Southampton however all our people, where they can, are currently working from home. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £36,414 - £42,840 per annum.
Ordnance Survey (OS) provides national mapping services for Great Britain and is a world-leading provider of geospatial solutions. OS location data and expertise has helped governments make smarter decisions, businesses gain valuable data insight, and everyone experience the world outside for over 225 years.
We offer fantastic benefits in return for joining us as our Software Engineer (Java):
- Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
- Competitive pension
- 37 hour working week (with flexible working options)
- 25 days annual leave - (30 days after five years) bank holidays and an extra 3 over Christmas
- Plus, a suite of excellent additional benefits
About the role:
As our Software Engineer (Java), you will join our established project team and work to deliver customer requirements at pace and to a high standard using Java programming.
You will have daily contact with stakeholders and team members, and you will write code using best practices to ensure it is clean and testable. Working within an agile delivery methodology, you will ensure software is secure and well tested to optimise delivery.
What we’re looking for in our Software Engineer (Java):
- Experience in Java and Cloud technologies
- A track record in problem resolution, selection of technical solutions and applications
- Experience of providing fully capable software development and configuration
- Experience in designing and implementing RESTful API’s
- Knowledge of modern engineering best practice like TDD, BDD and Automated Testing
- A proven track record in iterative and incremental development
- Qualified to relevant development certification (or equivalent)
Our growing Technology and Design team plays a key role in ensuring OS is at the cutting edge of geospatial capability and is looking for people to join them. Its mission is to work across the business to provide customer-centric design and technology services.
If you would like to be part of this, click apply now to be considered as our Software Engineer (Java), we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: Sunday 14th February 2021
A great job opportunity has arisen for an IT & Systems Project Coordinator to join our growing business in one of the industry’s premier lighting rental resources. MBS Equipment Company is a world leading provider of lighting equipment and associated facilities to the film and television production industry, including the exclusive supply of service and support at Pinewood’s UK studios.
About the role:
This is a new role within a fast-growing company and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop as the company grows. If you enjoy a challenge, contributing to continuous improvement and being part of the team leading the charge in setting up IT best practices, then this is a great opportunity for you.
The IT Systems Project Co-ordinator will take the lead on improving our SharePoint Sites and administrating the system thereafter. The ideal candidate will have an excellent working knowledge of highly technical Cloud solutions including Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Office365 and Flow etc. We would like you to use your experience to improve and streamline our processes therefore you will need be tuned in to new technologies and best working practices, and keen to implement improvements at an appropriate pace.
You will also be responsible for co-ordinating application and hardware-based projects which may require specifying, documenting and implementing projects using your own skills and managing third party resources to deliver solutions to the business.
In addition, you will also be responsible for providing first and second-line maintenance and system administration to the Company. You will act as the initial contact for MBS users in application, system and hardware support needs with the support of a third-party IT vendor. This will include user and equipment administration and device management across various platforms.
The ideal candidate:
We are looking for a great team player, who is also able to work independently, positively, and proactively. You will be a great communicator, adept at understanding user and system requirements and collaborating on delivering solutions. The ideal candidate must possess the following skills and experience:
Comfortable working at all levels of the business.
Prior experience in an IT Support role, ideally covering both 1st & 2nd Line.
Core knowledge of the complete Office 365 suite of applications, including MS Access and MS Flow.
Experience in working with Network Hardware, Active Directory, Microsoft Server, MS Azure, MSSQL Server, Voip Telephony systems, CCTV systems, would be of benefit.
Flexible, willing, self-motivated and able to get hands on.
Excellent understanding of technology and its impact on the business.
Demonstratable problem solving ability and willingness to persist and overcome obstacles.
Outstanding organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage ever changing priorities.
Certification as IT Technician will be an advantage.
Full clean driving license, able to drive to other locations as and when needed.
The full job description can be found in the careers section on our website.
What you will get in return
In return you will receive a salary a competitive salary (depending on experience) with excellent benefits, which include:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private health insurance
Generous pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
Income Protection Insurance
Life Insurance
Discretionary bonus scheme
Jan 22, 2021
Full time
A great job opportunity has arisen for an IT & Systems Project Coordinator to join our growing business in one of the industry’s premier lighting rental resources. MBS Equipment Company is a world leading provider of lighting equipment and associated facilities to the film and television production industry, including the exclusive supply of service and support at Pinewood’s UK studios.
About the role:
This is a new role within a fast-growing company and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop as the company grows. If you enjoy a challenge, contributing to continuous improvement and being part of the team leading the charge in setting up IT best practices, then this is a great opportunity for you.
The IT Systems Project Co-ordinator will take the lead on improving our SharePoint Sites and administrating the system thereafter. The ideal candidate will have an excellent working knowledge of highly technical Cloud solutions including Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Office365 and Flow etc. We would like you to use your experience to improve and streamline our processes therefore you will need be tuned in to new technologies and best working practices, and keen to implement improvements at an appropriate pace.
You will also be responsible for co-ordinating application and hardware-based projects which may require specifying, documenting and implementing projects using your own skills and managing third party resources to deliver solutions to the business.
In addition, you will also be responsible for providing first and second-line maintenance and system administration to the Company. You will act as the initial contact for MBS users in application, system and hardware support needs with the support of a third-party IT vendor. This will include user and equipment administration and device management across various platforms.
The ideal candidate:
We are looking for a great team player, who is also able to work independently, positively, and proactively. You will be a great communicator, adept at understanding user and system requirements and collaborating on delivering solutions. The ideal candidate must possess the following skills and experience:
Comfortable working at all levels of the business.
Prior experience in an IT Support role, ideally covering both 1st & 2nd Line.
Core knowledge of the complete Office 365 suite of applications, including MS Access and MS Flow.
Experience in working with Network Hardware, Active Directory, Microsoft Server, MS Azure, MSSQL Server, Voip Telephony systems, CCTV systems, would be of benefit.
Flexible, willing, self-motivated and able to get hands on.
Excellent understanding of technology and its impact on the business.
Demonstratable problem solving ability and willingness to persist and overcome obstacles.
Outstanding organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage ever changing priorities.
Certification as IT Technician will be an advantage.
Full clean driving license, able to drive to other locations as and when needed.
The full job description can be found in the careers section on our website.
What you will get in return
In return you will receive a salary a competitive salary (depending on experience) with excellent benefits, which include:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private health insurance
Generous pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
Income Protection Insurance
Life Insurance
Discretionary bonus scheme
Competitive Salary
We are a flexible working employer and welcome applications from those living throughout the UK. The successful applicant will be required to attend meetings on an ad-hoc basis at our head office in South Molton, Devon, when Covid-19 restrictions allow.
Do you have knowledge of Business Intelligence Reporting?
Do you want to work for a company who has operated successfully with values as its core?
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career in a locally based company?
If so, we want to hear from you!
This is an exciting opportunity for a Reporting Solutions Analyst to join our IT team. The role will be full-time permanent position working 37.5 hour per week.
As a Reporting Solutions Analyst you will be an integral member of the IT team. You will use and expand on your knowledge of SQL, SQL Server Reporting Services and BI Tools to perform assigned activities such as defining data requirements, designing dashboards, writing BI Reports and performing ad-hoc analysis for colleagues throughout the business. This role could also provide you with the opportunity to diversify your skills by assisting the team with the business’ internal Sharepoint application and Nintex Forms.
If you are interested in this role and are committed to working within the values of our organisation, we are keen to hear from you. You can expect to work as part of a great team with opportunities for training and development, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits package.
Mole Valley Farmers is continually monitoring the guidelines and advice provided by the UK Government as we navigate our way through Covid-19. As a business we take the safety and wellbeing of every one of our employees seriously and we are providing robust protocols and guidance to ensure the risk of spread is reduced and that all employees feel supported. It is our priority to ensure our candidates also remain safe and well in this unprecedented situation. Therefor we have adapted our interview process accordingly and it may be that your interview will be virtual, taking place via TEAMS.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please click the link: https://www.networxrecruitment.com/Jobs/Advert/2080138?cid=1221
Closing Date: 10th February 2021 (the position will close early if we have sufficient applications)
Jan 21, 2021
Full time
Competitive Salary
We are a flexible working employer and welcome applications from those living throughout the UK. The successful applicant will be required to attend meetings on an ad-hoc basis at our head office in South Molton, Devon, when Covid-19 restrictions allow.
Do you have knowledge of Business Intelligence Reporting?
Do you want to work for a company who has operated successfully with values as its core?
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career in a locally based company?
If so, we want to hear from you!
This is an exciting opportunity for a Reporting Solutions Analyst to join our IT team. The role will be full-time permanent position working 37.5 hour per week.
As a Reporting Solutions Analyst you will be an integral member of the IT team. You will use and expand on your knowledge of SQL, SQL Server Reporting Services and BI Tools to perform assigned activities such as defining data requirements, designing dashboards, writing BI Reports and performing ad-hoc analysis for colleagues throughout the business. This role could also provide you with the opportunity to diversify your skills by assisting the team with the business’ internal Sharepoint application and Nintex Forms.
If you are interested in this role and are committed to working within the values of our organisation, we are keen to hear from you. You can expect to work as part of a great team with opportunities for training and development, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits package.
Mole Valley Farmers is continually monitoring the guidelines and advice provided by the UK Government as we navigate our way through Covid-19. As a business we take the safety and wellbeing of every one of our employees seriously and we are providing robust protocols and guidance to ensure the risk of spread is reduced and that all employees feel supported. It is our priority to ensure our candidates also remain safe and well in this unprecedented situation. Therefor we have adapted our interview process accordingly and it may be that your interview will be virtual, taking place via TEAMS.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please click the link: https://www.networxrecruitment.com/Jobs/Advert/2080138?cid=1221
Closing Date: 10th February 2021 (the position will close early if we have sufficient applications)
British Film Institute ( BFI )
London, United Kingdom
Software Developer (x2)
We are seeking two software developers to join our digital product team, building new features and functionality across the BFI's digital services. You will be delivering user facing functionality across a range of different delivery platforms as well as working on backend data services and integrations with other applications.
You will be writing high quality code all the way through from early prototypes to production releases and beyond. You will be fully involved in the process of refining requirements and planning the work needed to deliver those requirements, working closely at all times with product and delivery managers as well as the rest of the software development team.
Our core technology stack is PHP (Drupal) and Javascript (React) and you will need to have significant relevant professional experience with either or both of these technologies with knowledge of both front and backend development. You will also have experience working with datastores such as MySQL and Elasticsearch. You will also have demonstrable experience writing and maintaining automated tests as part of your development workflows.
The role is predominantly based at BFI Stephen Street, however, in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic all team members are currently working remotely from home until the foreseeable future.
Our benefits include excellent support for working parents, 28-33 days annual leave, tickets to BFI festivals and events plus many others.
Further details about the post can be obtained to the left in attachmemts.
The closing date for applications is Monday 25 January 2021
First interviews will be held on Wednesday 3 February 2021
Futher details about the post can be obtained by visiting https://www.bfi.org.uk/jobs-opportunities
Jan 18, 2021
Full time
Software Developer (x2)
We are seeking two software developers to join our digital product team, building new features and functionality across the BFI's digital services. You will be delivering user facing functionality across a range of different delivery platforms as well as working on backend data services and integrations with other applications.
You will be writing high quality code all the way through from early prototypes to production releases and beyond. You will be fully involved in the process of refining requirements and planning the work needed to deliver those requirements, working closely at all times with product and delivery managers as well as the rest of the software development team.
Our core technology stack is PHP (Drupal) and Javascript (React) and you will need to have significant relevant professional experience with either or both of these technologies with knowledge of both front and backend development. You will also have experience working with datastores such as MySQL and Elasticsearch. You will also have demonstrable experience writing and maintaining automated tests as part of your development workflows.
The role is predominantly based at BFI Stephen Street, however, in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic all team members are currently working remotely from home until the foreseeable future.
Our benefits include excellent support for working parents, 28-33 days annual leave, tickets to BFI festivals and events plus many others.
Further details about the post can be obtained to the left in attachmemts.
The closing date for applications is Monday 25 January 2021
First interviews will be held on Wednesday 3 February 2021
Futher details about the post can be obtained by visiting https://www.bfi.org.uk/jobs-opportunities
British Film Institute ( BFI )
London, United Kingdom
Application Support Manager
2 Year Fixed Term Contract
We are looking for an Application Support Manager to provide critical support to key business applications across the BFI, providing a single point of contact and centre of technical expertise across a diverse portfolio of BFI business applications.
Key Responsibilities
Work in unison with the Application Delivery Manager to advise on technical opportunities or developments related to business systems
Support all users and work closely with BFI’s IT Service Desk prioritising work with third party suppliers to ensure resolution of issues with minimum downtime.
To be aware of our maintenance, backup and disaster recovery plans in place and verifying their operational success if required.
You will have extensive knowledge of and experience with information management, software systems, database design, development and support. You will also have excellent knowledge of SQL and .net technologies and the ability to discuss software issues in industry standard language.
The role is predominantly based at BFI Stephen Street, however, in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic all team members are currently working remotely from home until the foreseeable future.
You will enjoy benefits such as our pension scheme, excellent support for working parents, 28-33 days annual leave, tickets to BFI festivals and events plus many others.
Further details about the post can be obtained in attachments to the left.
The closing date for applications is Monday 1 February 2021
First interviews will be held on Thursday 11 February 2021
Futher details about the post can be obtained by visiting https://www.bfi.org.uk/jobs-opportunities
Jan 18, 2021
Full time
Application Support Manager
2 Year Fixed Term Contract
We are looking for an Application Support Manager to provide critical support to key business applications across the BFI, providing a single point of contact and centre of technical expertise across a diverse portfolio of BFI business applications.
Key Responsibilities
Work in unison with the Application Delivery Manager to advise on technical opportunities or developments related to business systems
Support all users and work closely with BFI’s IT Service Desk prioritising work with third party suppliers to ensure resolution of issues with minimum downtime.
To be aware of our maintenance, backup and disaster recovery plans in place and verifying their operational success if required.
You will have extensive knowledge of and experience with information management, software systems, database design, development and support. You will also have excellent knowledge of SQL and .net technologies and the ability to discuss software issues in industry standard language.
The role is predominantly based at BFI Stephen Street, however, in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic all team members are currently working remotely from home until the foreseeable future.
You will enjoy benefits such as our pension scheme, excellent support for working parents, 28-33 days annual leave, tickets to BFI festivals and events plus many others.
Further details about the post can be obtained in attachments to the left.
The closing date for applications is Monday 1 February 2021
First interviews will be held on Thursday 11 February 2021
Futher details about the post can be obtained by visiting https://www.bfi.org.uk/jobs-opportunities
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
About the role Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking someone to join them as a Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
About the person You will be using your knowledge and experience of CRM, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, ftp and DOS scripting, java, JBoss, Apache and webservices. This could be:
- with the CRM (Granicus) project team creating new self-service online processes for either our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues - integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices - creating and managing existing SQL databases - supporting legacy batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and DOS scripting tools - working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects - troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
Staff Benefits In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with competitive annual leave and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Business Improvement Team Leader on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 20 January 2021
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
Jan 06, 2021
Full time
About the role Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking someone to join them as a Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
About the person You will be using your knowledge and experience of CRM, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, ftp and DOS scripting, java, JBoss, Apache and webservices. This could be:
- with the CRM (Granicus) project team creating new self-service online processes for either our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues - integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices - creating and managing existing SQL databases - supporting legacy batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and DOS scripting tools - working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects - troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
Staff Benefits In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with competitive annual leave and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, and salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Business Improvement Team Leader on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 20 January 2021
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
Job Title: IT Project Manager
Salary: Circa £40,000 per annum
Location: Winchester with travel across Hampshire
Hours: Full time (37 hours per week)
Type of Contract: 12 months Fixed Term Contract
We are excited to be looking for an IT Project Manager to create and implement an IT strategy for Hampshire Cultural Trust, ensuring that it delivers long term functionality and flexibility.
This is a new stand-alone role for the trust and will provide a fantastic opportunity to make a substantial impact to the organisation. Therefore, you will be confident working autonomously and dealing with the technical as well as the reporting/legislative aspects of the role.
Leading and managing a tender process for IT outsourced solutions will be a key responsibility, which is a key to the long term success of the trust.
You will have a proactive, positive attitude and will be passionate about improving the IT experience for our colleagues and customers. You will have excellent communication skills and will be able engage and manage a diverse group of stakeholders.
An objective and logical mind set is crucial as well as having the ability to present to colleagues with differing levels of technical abilities.
If you are looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and promote the world-class culture and heritage that Hampshire has to offer, visit our website to find out more and how to apply, www.hampshireculture.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us .
Please apply with your CV, together with a cover letter explaining why you could excel in this role.
Closing date for applications: 6 January 2021
Interview dates: 12 and 15 January 2021
About Hampshire Cultural Trust
Hampshire Cultural Trust was established in 2014 to promote Hampshire as a great cultural county, and our vision is to be renowned for creating world-class cultural experiences that enrich and transform lives. We manage and support 26 arts and museums attractions across Hampshire and deliver county-wide outreach programmes that bring great culture to local communities. We also deliver a diverse range of wider social impact initiatives targeted at those who are most vulnerable or disadvantaged and who would not usually have access to arts and culture.
HCT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service. Applicants successful at interview may be required to undergo Disclosure and Barring service checks as applicable to the role.
Dec 24, 2020
Full time
Job Title: IT Project Manager
Salary: Circa £40,000 per annum
Location: Winchester with travel across Hampshire
Hours: Full time (37 hours per week)
Type of Contract: 12 months Fixed Term Contract
We are excited to be looking for an IT Project Manager to create and implement an IT strategy for Hampshire Cultural Trust, ensuring that it delivers long term functionality and flexibility.
This is a new stand-alone role for the trust and will provide a fantastic opportunity to make a substantial impact to the organisation. Therefore, you will be confident working autonomously and dealing with the technical as well as the reporting/legislative aspects of the role.
Leading and managing a tender process for IT outsourced solutions will be a key responsibility, which is a key to the long term success of the trust.
You will have a proactive, positive attitude and will be passionate about improving the IT experience for our colleagues and customers. You will have excellent communication skills and will be able engage and manage a diverse group of stakeholders.
An objective and logical mind set is crucial as well as having the ability to present to colleagues with differing levels of technical abilities.
If you are looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and promote the world-class culture and heritage that Hampshire has to offer, visit our website to find out more and how to apply, www.hampshireculture.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us .
Please apply with your CV, together with a cover letter explaining why you could excel in this role.
Closing date for applications: 6 January 2021
Interview dates: 12 and 15 January 2021
About Hampshire Cultural Trust
Hampshire Cultural Trust was established in 2014 to promote Hampshire as a great cultural county, and our vision is to be renowned for creating world-class cultural experiences that enrich and transform lives. We manage and support 26 arts and museums attractions across Hampshire and deliver county-wide outreach programmes that bring great culture to local communities. We also deliver a diverse range of wider social impact initiatives targeted at those who are most vulnerable or disadvantaged and who would not usually have access to arts and culture.
HCT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service. Applicants successful at interview may be required to undergo Disclosure and Barring service checks as applicable to the role.
Commence January 2021 (or as soon as possible thereafter) Full-time | Permanent | All-Year-Round | Competitive Salary
Felsted, an ‘Outstanding in Every Aspect’ ISI rated Independent Day and Boarding School, requires an outstanding and inspirational leader to implement and manage the strategic development of digital strategy and learning across our whole School.
This senior management post is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and skilled leader who possesses the professional and personal credibility to inspire and lead digital strategy and learning across the Felsted community. We seek an outstanding practitioner who will ensure that developments in technology are at the forefront of what we do, ensuring we deliver a high quality, innovative and forward-thinking digital environment for learning and teaching.
This position is a significant role within our Senior Management Team and Prep Leadership Team, which will provide the opportunity for the right person to showcase their leadership, ICT and people skills within a growing business and in return, provide an opportunity to enhance their senior management career within a prestigious environment.
It is essential that the successful person has excellent people skills, is a strategic thinker with financial acumen, self-driven and results-focused. Applicants must hold an honours degree (or equivalent), have a credible record of leading a successful ICT department and working well with key stakeholders. Further information about the role and a full job description can be found within the ‘Role Information Pack’.
The working hours are all-year round, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Flexibility in working hours is key in order to effectively carry out the role and may from time-to-time include working Saturdays. Time off in lieu will be available.
Applications are welcome and will be considered from both within and outside the education sector.
Benefits include free life insurance and parking, contributory pension scheme, free lunch and use of the Felsted Gym and pool facilities, plus a subsidised healthcare scheme, company sick pay and membership to Felsted Connect - an online multi-platform engagement tool where employees have access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and offers from online and high-street retailers.
Felsted is a leading day and boarding independent School based in a stunning village campus in North Essex. Founded in 1564 by Richard Lord Riche, who had been a Lord Chancellor under King Edward VI, Felsted today provides an exceptional holistic education to approximately 1100 boys and girls aged four to eighteen. We celebrated our 450th anniversary in 2014, one of only a handful of Schools in the country that have claimed this historic milestone. We employ more than 160 teachers and 440 operational staff in a community orientated environment, ensuring our pupils receive the very best in learning and co-curricular activities.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 9.00am on Monday 30 November 2020. Interviews will be held as soon as possible afterwards.
If you would like to apply for this position, please visit our website www.felsted.org/employment-opps to complete our online application process.
Felsted School is committed to equal opportunities, the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all employees are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nov 05, 2020
Full time
Commence January 2021 (or as soon as possible thereafter) Full-time | Permanent | All-Year-Round | Competitive Salary
Felsted, an ‘Outstanding in Every Aspect’ ISI rated Independent Day and Boarding School, requires an outstanding and inspirational leader to implement and manage the strategic development of digital strategy and learning across our whole School.
This senior management post is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and skilled leader who possesses the professional and personal credibility to inspire and lead digital strategy and learning across the Felsted community. We seek an outstanding practitioner who will ensure that developments in technology are at the forefront of what we do, ensuring we deliver a high quality, innovative and forward-thinking digital environment for learning and teaching.
This position is a significant role within our Senior Management Team and Prep Leadership Team, which will provide the opportunity for the right person to showcase their leadership, ICT and people skills within a growing business and in return, provide an opportunity to enhance their senior management career within a prestigious environment.
It is essential that the successful person has excellent people skills, is a strategic thinker with financial acumen, self-driven and results-focused. Applicants must hold an honours degree (or equivalent), have a credible record of leading a successful ICT department and working well with key stakeholders. Further information about the role and a full job description can be found within the ‘Role Information Pack’.
The working hours are all-year round, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Flexibility in working hours is key in order to effectively carry out the role and may from time-to-time include working Saturdays. Time off in lieu will be available.
Applications are welcome and will be considered from both within and outside the education sector.
Benefits include free life insurance and parking, contributory pension scheme, free lunch and use of the Felsted Gym and pool facilities, plus a subsidised healthcare scheme, company sick pay and membership to Felsted Connect - an online multi-platform engagement tool where employees have access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and offers from online and high-street retailers.
Felsted is a leading day and boarding independent School based in a stunning village campus in North Essex. Founded in 1564 by Richard Lord Riche, who had been a Lord Chancellor under King Edward VI, Felsted today provides an exceptional holistic education to approximately 1100 boys and girls aged four to eighteen. We celebrated our 450th anniversary in 2014, one of only a handful of Schools in the country that have claimed this historic milestone. We employ more than 160 teachers and 440 operational staff in a community orientated environment, ensuring our pupils receive the very best in learning and co-curricular activities.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 9.00am on Monday 30 November 2020. Interviews will be held as soon as possible afterwards.
If you would like to apply for this position, please visit our website www.felsted.org/employment-opps to complete our online application process.
Felsted School is committed to equal opportunities, the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all employees are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
This is an amazing opportunity for an IT professional to have flexible working. Reduced hours during school holidays and a generous holiday allowance.
Support and System Administrator
Salary up to £35,000 FTE (grade B/C) including generous holiday allowance
London office with the opportunity to work from home
The role will include the following duties:
System Administration of Linux servers and internal IT infrastructure
Providing 3rd line support to their customers via the Operations team
Involvement in systems architecture
Some involvement in code level solutions
Supporting a range of bespoke software solutions for both their internal use and their members use
Supporting our internal teams with IT and the use of Office 365
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.
Office 365
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, Support and System Administrator
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.
Support and System Administrator
Salary up to £35,000 FTE (grade B/C) including generous holiday allowance
London office with the opportunity to work from home
The role will include the following duties:
System Administration of Linux servers and internal IT infrastructure
Providing 3rd line support to their customers via the Operations team
Involvement in systems architecture
Some involvement in code level solutions
Supporting a range of bespoke software solutions for both their internal use and their members use
Supporting our internal teams with IT and the use of Office 365
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.
Office 365
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, Support and System Administrator
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
Birmingham City University
Faculty: Information Technology Department
Post Title: Technician – IT Support Analyst x3
Full Time
Fixed term + Perm
Location: City Centre Campus
Salary: £29,951 to £32,555 per annum
(5% Shift Allowance available)
Closing Date: 09/10/2020
Interview Date: TBC
Ref No: 092020-326
LINK TO ADVERT - https://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?id=3582&forced=2
We have a number of vacancies for experienced and self-motivated Support Analysts. One vacancy is a permanent role and there are two further roles which are fixed term for three years.
The roles will provide second line support to the University staff and students for all Audio Visual and IT services. The team operates within the ITIL Service Management framework.
You must have a successful track record in a similar technical support role, including:
Troubleshooting and supporting Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office products, desktop and laptop hardware
Sound understanding of operating system security principles
Working knowledge of Audio Visual technologies
Knowledge of Apple, Linux and mobile operating systems
Working with a range of external suppliers
You will need to have excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills. You will be confident in communicating at all levels and will be passionate about knowledge sharing to enhance the overall quality of the team.
As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Covering Letter. We recommend that, where possible, you remove personal details from your CV and Covering Letter such as your name to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process.
Alternatively if you require the application in a different format please contact the Human Resources Department on 0121 331 6693.
Oct 05, 2020
Full time
Birmingham City University
Faculty: Information Technology Department
Post Title: Technician – IT Support Analyst x3
Full Time
Fixed term + Perm
Location: City Centre Campus
Salary: £29,951 to £32,555 per annum
(5% Shift Allowance available)
Closing Date: 09/10/2020
Interview Date: TBC
Ref No: 092020-326
LINK TO ADVERT - https://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?id=3582&forced=2
We have a number of vacancies for experienced and self-motivated Support Analysts. One vacancy is a permanent role and there are two further roles which are fixed term for three years.
The roles will provide second line support to the University staff and students for all Audio Visual and IT services. The team operates within the ITIL Service Management framework.
You must have a successful track record in a similar technical support role, including:
Troubleshooting and supporting Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office products, desktop and laptop hardware
Sound understanding of operating system security principles
Working knowledge of Audio Visual technologies
Knowledge of Apple, Linux and mobile operating systems
Working with a range of external suppliers
You will need to have excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills. You will be confident in communicating at all levels and will be passionate about knowledge sharing to enhance the overall quality of the team.
As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Covering Letter. We recommend that, where possible, you remove personal details from your CV and Covering Letter such as your name to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process.
Alternatively if you require the application in a different format please contact the Human Resources Department on 0121 331 6693.
Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer
IT Group
Plymouth
£40,000 dependent on qualifications and experience
Full-time; open-ended appointment (Part Time/Job Share Considered)
Operations Level 3
Renowned internationally for its research excellence supporting a sustainable ocean, Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer.
PML is known for delivering impactful and award-winning science, from the poles to the tropics, and from lakes to the open ocean. On World Oceans Day we launched our new PML Strategy (2020-2025) setting out our mission to enhance our position as a world leader in the field of marine science, whilst focusing on our vision of a healthy and sustainable ocean.
It is an important time for the ocean with key international drivers being the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the “double decade” of action – The Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, and the Decade of Ecosystem Restoration.
Our new Strategy reflects this international context, as well as national and regional initiatives, and focuses on the delivery of four strategic aims:
Science excellence and impact
Business excellence
Social responsibility
Environmental responsibility
This role will indirectly support key areas of our Linux community’s research, namely Earth Observation and Modelling. Examples of the research projects which are being delivered by these areas include: a project to generate cholera outbreak risk maps and developing a capability for cost-effective monitoring of offshore carbon storage projects.
PML has c. 160 employees, as well as students and visiting researchers. Approximately 70% of our employees are scientists, with the remainder being spread across operational groups, including the Information Technology Group (ITG).
Job Purpose
The ITG provides services to the whole of the PML. We are in an exciting period of transition and modernisation with a focus on removing legacy systems whilst moving towards more modern Linux computing systems, be that in the cloud or on premise. We are looking for a knowledgeable, experienced agile person to join our team and lead the relevant parts of this innovation.
We currently have a sizeable on-site data centre and we are just finishing the expansion with a ~£1m investment to move into Artificial Intelligence and machine learning with a cutting-edge GPU cluster. The volume of data that we manage is growing on a daily basis as we draw in raw satellite data from the EU's Copernicus programme and NASA satellites to produce Earth Observation data products, giving insights into the health of the worlds’ oceans.
We have over 8PB of network storage presently and we download data using either our 2Gbps internet connection or direct satellite link. Analysis and interpretation of these data is continual, making use of the grid processing infrastructure – around 1,400 CPUs and 7TB RAM.
Key Deliverables
Play a key role in the delivery of the IT strategy by leading in the modernisation, service delivery and ongoing maintenance of the PML Linux estate.
Plan, install and support hardware, software and service upgrades
Support and maintain server and container automation, deployment and orchestration tools
Develop and manage the Linux Support and Network Development Officer. Deputise for Head of ITG during his absence.
Support and maintain, PML’s High Performance Compute Cluster, user database, distributed grid compute.
Liaise with third party suppliers.
Contribute to the ongoing Continual Service Improvement and capacity planning activities
Produce relevant, accurate and detailed documentation for existing and future systems and services
Diligently expand knowledge and experience and endeavour to share with others
Resolve technical issues associated with Virtualisation (Ovirt, ESXi) and Linux using diagnostic and administration tools.
Experience & Eligibility Requirements
Excellent inter personable and communication skills
Strong documentation and written skills
Working knowledge of Dell server and storage systems.
In-depth knowledge of Centos/Fedora
In-depth knowledge of storage block/file based and distributed file systems
Experience of Virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware ESXi, Ovirt)
Working knowledge of monitoring software (e.g. Zabbix, Nagios, Observium)
Working knowledge of workload management software (Slurm)
Knowledge of Linux Security Best practices
Working knowledge of administration automation (e.g. Ansible/Saltstack/Puppet)
Working knowledge of system management software (e.g. Satellite/Foreman/Spacewalk)
If you can bring any of these skills too, this will strengthen your application:
Knowledge and experience of cloud compute in one of the following AWS/Google Cloud/Azure/Other
Management of staff
Knowledge of disaster recovery methodologies
The role is based in our office in Plymouth and offered with an open-ended contract. This post is offered at Operational Level 3, with a starting salary of £40,000 depending on experience with potential growth to £49,745. In addition, you will have a generous 30 days of annual leave plus 8 days of public holiday, a company pension with up to 10% company matched contributions, and a host of other benefits such as access to union membership, welfare and sports societies.
PML is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and our policy can be found https://www.pml.ac.uk/getattachment/Working_with_us/SN_40_20_PML_Equalilty_diversity_and_inclusion_policy.pdf . We are proud to have achieved the Athena SWAN award as recognition of our achievements in gender equality. As part of this, we offer opportunities to discuss flexible working and whilst the selection process will be based on merit, we particularly welcome applications from female candidates, currently underrepresented.
The position advertised is a full-time role requiring 37 hours per week, however, applications for part time working are also welcome (please state this in your application). We also operate a flexible working policy.
Sep 28, 2020
Full time
Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer
IT Group
Plymouth
£40,000 dependent on qualifications and experience
Full-time; open-ended appointment (Part Time/Job Share Considered)
Operations Level 3
Renowned internationally for its research excellence supporting a sustainable ocean, Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer.
PML is known for delivering impactful and award-winning science, from the poles to the tropics, and from lakes to the open ocean. On World Oceans Day we launched our new PML Strategy (2020-2025) setting out our mission to enhance our position as a world leader in the field of marine science, whilst focusing on our vision of a healthy and sustainable ocean.
It is an important time for the ocean with key international drivers being the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the “double decade” of action – The Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, and the Decade of Ecosystem Restoration.
Our new Strategy reflects this international context, as well as national and regional initiatives, and focuses on the delivery of four strategic aims:
Science excellence and impact
Business excellence
Social responsibility
Environmental responsibility
This role will indirectly support key areas of our Linux community’s research, namely Earth Observation and Modelling. Examples of the research projects which are being delivered by these areas include: a project to generate cholera outbreak risk maps and developing a capability for cost-effective monitoring of offshore carbon storage projects.
PML has c. 160 employees, as well as students and visiting researchers. Approximately 70% of our employees are scientists, with the remainder being spread across operational groups, including the Information Technology Group (ITG).
Job Purpose
The ITG provides services to the whole of the PML. We are in an exciting period of transition and modernisation with a focus on removing legacy systems whilst moving towards more modern Linux computing systems, be that in the cloud or on premise. We are looking for a knowledgeable, experienced agile person to join our team and lead the relevant parts of this innovation.
We currently have a sizeable on-site data centre and we are just finishing the expansion with a ~£1m investment to move into Artificial Intelligence and machine learning with a cutting-edge GPU cluster. The volume of data that we manage is growing on a daily basis as we draw in raw satellite data from the EU's Copernicus programme and NASA satellites to produce Earth Observation data products, giving insights into the health of the worlds’ oceans.
We have over 8PB of network storage presently and we download data using either our 2Gbps internet connection or direct satellite link. Analysis and interpretation of these data is continual, making use of the grid processing infrastructure – around 1,400 CPUs and 7TB RAM.
Key Deliverables
Play a key role in the delivery of the IT strategy by leading in the modernisation, service delivery and ongoing maintenance of the PML Linux estate.
Plan, install and support hardware, software and service upgrades
Support and maintain server and container automation, deployment and orchestration tools
Develop and manage the Linux Support and Network Development Officer. Deputise for Head of ITG during his absence.
Support and maintain, PML’s High Performance Compute Cluster, user database, distributed grid compute.
Liaise with third party suppliers.
Contribute to the ongoing Continual Service Improvement and capacity planning activities
Produce relevant, accurate and detailed documentation for existing and future systems and services
Diligently expand knowledge and experience and endeavour to share with others
Resolve technical issues associated with Virtualisation (Ovirt, ESXi) and Linux using diagnostic and administration tools.
Experience & Eligibility Requirements
Excellent inter personable and communication skills
Strong documentation and written skills
Working knowledge of Dell server and storage systems.
In-depth knowledge of Centos/Fedora
In-depth knowledge of storage block/file based and distributed file systems
Experience of Virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware ESXi, Ovirt)
Working knowledge of monitoring software (e.g. Zabbix, Nagios, Observium)
Working knowledge of workload management software (Slurm)
Knowledge of Linux Security Best practices
Working knowledge of administration automation (e.g. Ansible/Saltstack/Puppet)
Working knowledge of system management software (e.g. Satellite/Foreman/Spacewalk)
If you can bring any of these skills too, this will strengthen your application:
Knowledge and experience of cloud compute in one of the following AWS/Google Cloud/Azure/Other
Management of staff
Knowledge of disaster recovery methodologies
The role is based in our office in Plymouth and offered with an open-ended contract. This post is offered at Operational Level 3, with a starting salary of £40,000 depending on experience with potential growth to £49,745. In addition, you will have a generous 30 days of annual leave plus 8 days of public holiday, a company pension with up to 10% company matched contributions, and a host of other benefits such as access to union membership, welfare and sports societies.
PML is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and our policy can be found https://www.pml.ac.uk/getattachment/Working_with_us/SN_40_20_PML_Equalilty_diversity_and_inclusion_policy.pdf . We are proud to have achieved the Athena SWAN award as recognition of our achievements in gender equality. As part of this, we offer opportunities to discuss flexible working and whilst the selection process will be based on merit, we particularly welcome applications from female candidates, currently underrepresented.
The position advertised is a full-time role requiring 37 hours per week, however, applications for part time working are also welcome (please state this in your application). We also operate a flexible working policy.
Provide first-line support to system users in relation to designated CAL ICT systems and equipment in accordance with agreed priorities and service level agreements,
Provide support and guidance through the ICT Service Desk system (including by telephone or video call), finding a resolution to requests raised, escalating tickets as appropriate,
General hardware maintenance of ICT equipment, including desktops, laptops (and peripherals), VoIP telephones and mobile telephone devices, as determined by the needs of the ICT team.
Maintain records within the ICT Service Desk system, ensuring accurate logs of tickets, responses, problems and the resolutions.
Support the development of the ICT Service Desk through maintaining Service Desk records and identifying development needs including suggested template tickets, responses and opportunities for workflow automation.
Maintain user accounts within the designated systems, ensuring the security and integrity of accounts and data is maintained with the highest priority and inline with agreed processes.
Reporting
Assist the ICT Team with the production of routine reports, using data from corporate systems.
Support users through the ICT Service Desk in the production of ad hoc reports,
Support the work of CAL through investigation of the root cause of any data anomalies in reporting and advising on corrective action.
ICT Administration
Produce and maintain letter templates on the CAL Case Recording system,
Produce and maintain appointment calendar templates on the CAL Case Recording system,
Maintain the masterplan of routine room usage, for the weekly appointment schedule,
Support the development and maintenance of ICT User and Process guides,
Support the maintenance and development of file storage within the CAL Intranet SharePoint site, ensuring appropriate usage and document tags are applied,
Other duties and responsibilities
Carry out any other tasks as requested by the ICT Manager to ensure the effective delivery of ICT Support, and the overall service of CAL.
Provide occasional support to the Administration Team as determined by the ICT Manager, such as switchboard cover during team meetings.
Abide by all CAL policies and procedures.
Work flexibly to ensure smooth running of services, including occasional unplanned extended hours to respond to urgent situations.
Sep 16, 2020
Full time
Provide first-line support to system users in relation to designated CAL ICT systems and equipment in accordance with agreed priorities and service level agreements,
Provide support and guidance through the ICT Service Desk system (including by telephone or video call), finding a resolution to requests raised, escalating tickets as appropriate,
General hardware maintenance of ICT equipment, including desktops, laptops (and peripherals), VoIP telephones and mobile telephone devices, as determined by the needs of the ICT team.
Maintain records within the ICT Service Desk system, ensuring accurate logs of tickets, responses, problems and the resolutions.
Support the development of the ICT Service Desk through maintaining Service Desk records and identifying development needs including suggested template tickets, responses and opportunities for workflow automation.
Maintain user accounts within the designated systems, ensuring the security and integrity of accounts and data is maintained with the highest priority and inline with agreed processes.
Reporting
Assist the ICT Team with the production of routine reports, using data from corporate systems.
Support users through the ICT Service Desk in the production of ad hoc reports,
Support the work of CAL through investigation of the root cause of any data anomalies in reporting and advising on corrective action.
ICT Administration
Produce and maintain letter templates on the CAL Case Recording system,
Produce and maintain appointment calendar templates on the CAL Case Recording system,
Maintain the masterplan of routine room usage, for the weekly appointment schedule,
Support the development and maintenance of ICT User and Process guides,
Support the maintenance and development of file storage within the CAL Intranet SharePoint site, ensuring appropriate usage and document tags are applied,
Other duties and responsibilities
Carry out any other tasks as requested by the ICT Manager to ensure the effective delivery of ICT Support, and the overall service of CAL.
Provide occasional support to the Administration Team as determined by the ICT Manager, such as switchboard cover during team meetings.
Abide by all CAL policies and procedures.
Work flexibly to ensure smooth running of services, including occasional unplanned extended hours to respond to urgent situations.
St Margaret’s School is looking to recruit a self-motivated ICT technician. Working as part of a small IT team. You will undertake a broad range of tasks, including but not limited to providing 1st and 2nd line support to staff and students, maintaining the IT infrastructure, hardware and software inventory, and user management in variety of systems. The role also involves assisting with strategic longer term IT projects.
For more information please visit our vacancies web page: http://www.stmargaretsbushey.co.uk/staff-vacancies/
Sep 09, 2020
Full time
St Margaret’s School is looking to recruit a self-motivated ICT technician. Working as part of a small IT team. You will undertake a broad range of tasks, including but not limited to providing 1st and 2nd line support to staff and students, maintaining the IT infrastructure, hardware and software inventory, and user management in variety of systems. The role also involves assisting with strategic longer term IT projects.
For more information please visit our vacancies web page: http://www.stmargaretsbushey.co.uk/staff-vacancies/
Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Birmingham City University
Faculty: Information Technology School: Information Technology Full Time, Fixed term – 3 years Location: City Centre campus Salary: £35,014 to £38,059 per annum (20% Market Supplement) Ref No: 072020-267
We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining and administering our company's computer networks. Your primary duties will include maintenance of computer networks, hardware, software, and other related systems, Including performing business continuity operations, replacing faulty network hardware components when necessary.
You will also be working closely with the users of our network to identify potential issues and resolve existing problems.
To be a successful candidate, you will need to have a strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware. You will also need to be able to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network devices including WAPs, firewalls, routers, switches, and controllers. A deep knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols is highly desired.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations.
Performing disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.
Protecting data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning and implementing network security measures.
Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems.
Replacing faulty network hardware components when required.
Monitoring network performance to determine if adjustments need to be made.
Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems.
Operating master consoles to monitor the performance of networks and computer systems.
Coordinating computer network access and use.
Designing, configuring and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software.
Advise on Wi-Fi design and be responsible for the implementation of the Wi-Fi solution.
Design and implement vlans and associated trunking systems to serve the building networked services
For more information about the role, please contact Ian Waterhouse at Ian.waterhouse@bcu.ac .uk
Closing Date: 15/09/2020 Interview Date: TBC
LINK TO ADVERT - https://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?id=3514&forced=2
Sep 01, 2020
Full time
Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Birmingham City University
Faculty: Information Technology School: Information Technology Full Time, Fixed term – 3 years Location: City Centre campus Salary: £35,014 to £38,059 per annum (20% Market Supplement) Ref No: 072020-267
We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining and administering our company's computer networks. Your primary duties will include maintenance of computer networks, hardware, software, and other related systems, Including performing business continuity operations, replacing faulty network hardware components when necessary.
You will also be working closely with the users of our network to identify potential issues and resolve existing problems.
To be a successful candidate, you will need to have a strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware. You will also need to be able to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network devices including WAPs, firewalls, routers, switches, and controllers. A deep knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols is highly desired.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining and administering computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations.
Performing disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.
Protecting data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning and implementing network security measures.
Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems.
Replacing faulty network hardware components when required.
Monitoring network performance to determine if adjustments need to be made.
Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems.
Operating master consoles to monitor the performance of networks and computer systems.
Coordinating computer network access and use.
Designing, configuring and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software.
Advise on Wi-Fi design and be responsible for the implementation of the Wi-Fi solution.
Design and implement vlans and associated trunking systems to serve the building networked services
For more information about the role, please contact Ian Waterhouse at Ian.waterhouse@bcu.ac .uk
Closing Date: 15/09/2020 Interview Date: TBC
LINK TO ADVERT - https://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?id=3514&forced=2
Infrastructure Engineer
Birmingham City University
Faculty: Information Technology School: Information Technology Full Time, Fixed term – 3 years Location: City Centre campus Salary: £32,669 to £35,510 per annum (10% Market Supplement) Ref No: 072020-268
We are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining and administering our company's VM & Storage Estates. Your primary duties will include maintenance of server hardware, software, and other related systems. Performing business continuity operations, replacing faulty hardware components when necessary. You will also be working closely with the users of our network in order to identify potential issues and resolve existing problems.
To be a successful candidate, you will need to have a strong understanding of VMWare & Storage infrastructure and Network hardware. You will also need to be able to implement, administer, and troubleshoot Virtual Machine, Storage Nodes, Operating Systems (Windows 2003 – 2016), Citrix Netscape’s, DNS, Active Directory. A deep knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols is highly desired.
Infrastructure Engineer Responsibilities:
Manage the daily operation of BCU virtual and physical servers, cloud platforms and networking infrastructure to provide a high level of availability for services across the organisation.
Managing support tickets that have been escalated to the Infrastructure Team to ensure service issues are resolved in a timely fashion. Identifying persistent service issues and providing remedial action to prevent re-occurrence.
Providing 3rd line support on all commonly used software and hardware
Manage the system monitoring of BCU infrastructure to mitigate against disruption to services and enable the team to respond pro-actively to system issues.
Manage BCU data backup system to protect business critical information, systems and minimise data loss. Proactively monitoring all aspects of the backup ecosystem, identifying any issues and promptly resolving them.
Manage the schedule and installation of updates and security patching of server operating systems, physical server, storage and networking devices to protect BCU infrastructure from security exploits, malware and viruses.
Analyse BCU infrastructure, highlighting any areas of risk and putting forward suggestions for system improvements.
Installation and configuration of physical server, storage and networking devices.
Provide out of hours support when necessary.
May be required to take on additional responsibilities as directed by management from time to time.
Experience with Cirix Netscalers
Experience with PowerShell
For more information about the role please contact Ian Waterhouse at Ian.waterhouse@bcu.ac.uk .
Closing Date: 15/09/2020 Interview Date: TBC
LINK TO ADVERT - https://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?id=3515&forced=2
Sep 01, 2020
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer
Birmingham City University
Faculty: Information Technology School: Information Technology Full Time, Fixed term – 3 years Location: City Centre campus Salary: £32,669 to £35,510 per annum (10% Market Supplement) Ref No: 072020-268
We are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining and administering our company's VM & Storage Estates. Your primary duties will include maintenance of server hardware, software, and other related systems. Performing business continuity operations, replacing faulty hardware components when necessary. You will also be working closely with the users of our network in order to identify potential issues and resolve existing problems.
To be a successful candidate, you will need to have a strong understanding of VMWare & Storage infrastructure and Network hardware. You will also need to be able to implement, administer, and troubleshoot Virtual Machine, Storage Nodes, Operating Systems (Windows 2003 – 2016), Citrix Netscape’s, DNS, Active Directory. A deep knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols is highly desired.
Infrastructure Engineer Responsibilities:
Manage the daily operation of BCU virtual and physical servers, cloud platforms and networking infrastructure to provide a high level of availability for services across the organisation.
Managing support tickets that have been escalated to the Infrastructure Team to ensure service issues are resolved in a timely fashion. Identifying persistent service issues and providing remedial action to prevent re-occurrence.
Providing 3rd line support on all commonly used software and hardware
Manage the system monitoring of BCU infrastructure to mitigate against disruption to services and enable the team to respond pro-actively to system issues.
Manage BCU data backup system to protect business critical information, systems and minimise data loss. Proactively monitoring all aspects of the backup ecosystem, identifying any issues and promptly resolving them.
Manage the schedule and installation of updates and security patching of server operating systems, physical server, storage and networking devices to protect BCU infrastructure from security exploits, malware and viruses.
Analyse BCU infrastructure, highlighting any areas of risk and putting forward suggestions for system improvements.
Installation and configuration of physical server, storage and networking devices.
Provide out of hours support when necessary.
May be required to take on additional responsibilities as directed by management from time to time.
Experience with Cirix Netscalers
Experience with PowerShell
For more information about the role please contact Ian Waterhouse at Ian.waterhouse@bcu.ac.uk .
Closing Date: 15/09/2020 Interview Date: TBC
LINK TO ADVERT - https://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?id=3515&forced=2
Do you want to develop your cloud and IOT experience with an award winning FTSE, which allows you to work as part of a team whilst providing individual responsibility, ownership and career growth?
Rentokil Initial is a FTSE 50 Global Leader in support services and has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Google Cloud Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career in software development and cloud technology whilst gaining hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
If you are experienced in working with serverless computer components, have some experience in IOT devices/message transfer and enjoy working in an agile environment then this role is for you. Ideally, you will have experience with the Google Cloud Platform, however if you have experience in similar cloud platforms we would love to hear from you!
As part of this exciting and challenging role, you will be expected to:
Lead the design, development and implementation of the PestConnect platform solutions using Google Cloud Platform, Qlik Sense/QAP and other shared platforms and services as well as integration with IOT devices
Design, build and deliver pre-approved Infrastructure and Platform as code that can be re-used by other Product teams
Own and maintain the repository of automated, pre-approved, fully tested and re-usable patterns and templates on the PestConnect Platform that can be used by other Product teams (everything as code)
Lead the PestConnect team in best practice Devops processes
Act as the technical point of contact on the PestConnect platform for the cloud service providers (e.g. Google) to ensure the Platform is operational and is able to meet the service levels of the products using the platform
Successful applicants will possess the following skills/experience as a minimum:
Significant experience with serverless compute components, App Engine, Spanner, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, (serverless compute is our preference over IaaS components)
Experience of working with IOT devices, message transfers and its required infrastructure
Experienced in working in Agile environment following Agile methodologies (eg Scrum Agile)
Hands-on experience of writing code, scripts and APIs (Java, Python)
Experience of managing multi-tier infrastructure environments, including elements hosted on a public cloud platform (eg GCP, AWS, etc) and understanding of network concepts
An in-depth knowledge of platform and application automated deployment technologies (e.g. Ansible, Docker, Terraform, Cobbler etc)
What’s in it for you?
At Rentokil Initial, our ambition is to become a world-class employer of choice. We believe that by doing what's right for our colleagues we will in turn deliver a brilliant service for our customers and ultimately create shareholder value. This is at the heart of our RIGHT WAY plan. In 2019, we were ranked as the UK’s Best Company to Work For by Indeed And Britain’s Most Admired Company for Diversity & Inclusion.
You can expect a competitive salary with us with opportunities to progress within your career as well as the following benefits:
Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Death in service benefit
Free Parking
Bonus Scheme
Pension Scheme
Healthcare
Aug 19, 2020
Full time
Do you want to develop your cloud and IOT experience with an award winning FTSE, which allows you to work as part of a team whilst providing individual responsibility, ownership and career growth?
Rentokil Initial is a FTSE 50 Global Leader in support services and has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Google Cloud Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career in software development and cloud technology whilst gaining hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
If you are experienced in working with serverless computer components, have some experience in IOT devices/message transfer and enjoy working in an agile environment then this role is for you. Ideally, you will have experience with the Google Cloud Platform, however if you have experience in similar cloud platforms we would love to hear from you!
As part of this exciting and challenging role, you will be expected to:
Lead the design, development and implementation of the PestConnect platform solutions using Google Cloud Platform, Qlik Sense/QAP and other shared platforms and services as well as integration with IOT devices
Design, build and deliver pre-approved Infrastructure and Platform as code that can be re-used by other Product teams
Own and maintain the repository of automated, pre-approved, fully tested and re-usable patterns and templates on the PestConnect Platform that can be used by other Product teams (everything as code)
Lead the PestConnect team in best practice Devops processes
Act as the technical point of contact on the PestConnect platform for the cloud service providers (e.g. Google) to ensure the Platform is operational and is able to meet the service levels of the products using the platform
Successful applicants will possess the following skills/experience as a minimum:
Significant experience with serverless compute components, App Engine, Spanner, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, (serverless compute is our preference over IaaS components)
Experience of working with IOT devices, message transfers and its required infrastructure
Experienced in working in Agile environment following Agile methodologies (eg Scrum Agile)
Hands-on experience of writing code, scripts and APIs (Java, Python)
Experience of managing multi-tier infrastructure environments, including elements hosted on a public cloud platform (eg GCP, AWS, etc) and understanding of network concepts
An in-depth knowledge of platform and application automated deployment technologies (e.g. Ansible, Docker, Terraform, Cobbler etc)
What’s in it for you?
At Rentokil Initial, our ambition is to become a world-class employer of choice. We believe that by doing what's right for our colleagues we will in turn deliver a brilliant service for our customers and ultimately create shareholder value. This is at the heart of our RIGHT WAY plan. In 2019, we were ranked as the UK’s Best Company to Work For by Indeed And Britain’s Most Admired Company for Diversity & Inclusion.
You can expect a competitive salary with us with opportunities to progress within your career as well as the following benefits:
Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Death in service benefit
Free Parking
Bonus Scheme
Pension Scheme
Healthcare
Our Client is looking for a Program Manager to join their onsite delivery team to manage program which will have multiple projects for effective execution.
As the Program Manager you will lead portfolio of customer projects for successful delivery. Provide overarching support and thought leadership to project teams, provide value add and enable new business opportunities, support account team for overall growth of the account. You will be the face of Our Client and expected to manage customer communication efficiently and resolve conflict (both internal and external). Manage and drive executive review meeting with internal and external stakeholder (weekly, monthly, and quarterly). Mentor and coach the respective delivery team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Delivery Management
Manage the defined project Gross Margin and end-to-end project plan across multiple responsible parties (i.e. Client, Development teams both internal and external, business leads, testing teams, etc.)
Demonstrate thought leadership in discussions with business partners to ensure delivery of the most effective solutions for the identified business objectives
Prepare weekly status reports and reviewing them with DH/account manager
Connect with the Project managers for project updates, Risks and Issues on a weekly basis
Track & own all the Internal & External Issues and Risks at the account level and bring it up during the Account Review
Own project escalation review meetings and provide necessary inputs to the account team for speedy closure of the escalation
Keep the Account Playbook current with regular updates
Be Our Client project team's point of contact for project-specific follow-ups with customer
Conduct regular connects with the customer’s point-of-contact for project feedback/issues/ escalation and establishing a good relationship
Participate in all the weekly project status review meetings with the customer
Be aware of customer delivery process and make necessary changes to the delivery process to align with the customer’s process
People Management
Ability to work collaboratively with others from any functional area or background, to influence thinking and gain acceptance
Track onboarding and joining of US resources (FTE/ Contract) hired for the engagement in the account
Conduct regular 1:1 with onsite team members to gain any intel on customer/projects and to track/act on team member specific issues
Provide inputs to L&D team on training needs specific to customer
Work with the HR team for any concerns raised by the onsite team members
Identify performing team members for Spot Award, Quarterly Award and Annual Award
Encourage onsite team members to be part of Our Client events like Brown Bag sessions, Friday events (as applicable)
Technical Competency
Understand customer technology landscape and identify the skills required for the team to perform well in their roles or to get onboarded for new opportunities
Get well-versed with the customer technologies landscape at Level 100
Organize Brown Bag sessions/envisions sessions for demonstrating Our Client Technical capabilities in the areas the customer is interested in and/or need help
Account Management
Build and establish relationship with new contacts within and across departments at the customer location
Constantly review the set objectives for an ongoing program
Work with the Account Manager on any new opportunity in the Account and review the Opportunity closure plan
Proactively update the Account Management team of any changes at the customer end
Initiate and Track hiring request with the US Hiring Team for all US hiring positions (Project and Consulting) for the account and be responsible for closure of the positions
Support the hiring team with interview process and smooth onboarding of the selected candidate
Initiate, coordinate & drive the internal kick-off for new projects in the Account
Support Account Manager for the customer kick-off meeting of new projects
Initiate periodic Delivery review with the Account Manager and the ATS
Keep Our Client Account Management team updated of any customer escalation/ concerns/ issues at the project as well as account level
Initiate, prepare and actively participate in the Monthly and Quarterly Delivery Review meeting with the customer
Track and follow up on all the existing project extensions (EE) and get SOWs created in a timely manner
Understand customer’s domain, technology landscape and strategic technology direction
Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Degree in Computer Science or related stream from a reputable institution
18+ years of total IT experience with at least 10 years managing large projects/ program
Strong experience working in an Onsite-Offshore model
Technical proficiency in Java / Microsoft / Azure platform during the initial stage of the career
Superior problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, influencing, communicating, and consulting skills, team/interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills; works well under pressure and with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage & drive projects with metrics and data, create structure and templates as necessary for project reviews
Ability to effectively drive execution and own responsibility for overall success of projects
REQUIRED COMPETENCY :
Risk Management – Should be able to evaluate Risks at the project and account level on a continuous basis, and proactively discuss internally to come up with the Mitigation/ Contingency Plan
Taking Ownership – Should be able to anticipate, articulate and take ownership of customer’s concerns and track it to closure
Exec level communication Skills – Should be able to articulate thoughts with the Our Client/Customer senior management
Strategic Thinking – Should be able to think strategically, analyze data and present various options to the senior management/exec level
Team Player – Should be able to collaborate with the multifunctional customer and Our Client team
Social Skills – Should be able to have a meaningful conversation and build a rapport at all levels with the customer
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS:
Professional certification in Project Management is preferred (PMI , Scrum Master, Kanban, SAfe)
Jul 16, 2020
Full time
Our Client is looking for a Program Manager to join their onsite delivery team to manage program which will have multiple projects for effective execution.
As the Program Manager you will lead portfolio of customer projects for successful delivery. Provide overarching support and thought leadership to project teams, provide value add and enable new business opportunities, support account team for overall growth of the account. You will be the face of Our Client and expected to manage customer communication efficiently and resolve conflict (both internal and external). Manage and drive executive review meeting with internal and external stakeholder (weekly, monthly, and quarterly). Mentor and coach the respective delivery team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Delivery Management
Manage the defined project Gross Margin and end-to-end project plan across multiple responsible parties (i.e. Client, Development teams both internal and external, business leads, testing teams, etc.)
Demonstrate thought leadership in discussions with business partners to ensure delivery of the most effective solutions for the identified business objectives
Prepare weekly status reports and reviewing them with DH/account manager
Connect with the Project managers for project updates, Risks and Issues on a weekly basis
Track & own all the Internal & External Issues and Risks at the account level and bring it up during the Account Review
Own project escalation review meetings and provide necessary inputs to the account team for speedy closure of the escalation
Keep the Account Playbook current with regular updates
Be Our Client project team's point of contact for project-specific follow-ups with customer
Conduct regular connects with the customer’s point-of-contact for project feedback/issues/ escalation and establishing a good relationship
Participate in all the weekly project status review meetings with the customer
Be aware of customer delivery process and make necessary changes to the delivery process to align with the customer’s process
People Management
Ability to work collaboratively with others from any functional area or background, to influence thinking and gain acceptance
Track onboarding and joining of US resources (FTE/ Contract) hired for the engagement in the account
Conduct regular 1:1 with onsite team members to gain any intel on customer/projects and to track/act on team member specific issues
Provide inputs to L&D team on training needs specific to customer
Work with the HR team for any concerns raised by the onsite team members
Identify performing team members for Spot Award, Quarterly Award and Annual Award
Encourage onsite team members to be part of Our Client events like Brown Bag sessions, Friday events (as applicable)
Technical Competency
Understand customer technology landscape and identify the skills required for the team to perform well in their roles or to get onboarded for new opportunities
Get well-versed with the customer technologies landscape at Level 100
Organize Brown Bag sessions/envisions sessions for demonstrating Our Client Technical capabilities in the areas the customer is interested in and/or need help
Account Management
Build and establish relationship with new contacts within and across departments at the customer location
Constantly review the set objectives for an ongoing program
Work with the Account Manager on any new opportunity in the Account and review the Opportunity closure plan
Proactively update the Account Management team of any changes at the customer end
Initiate and Track hiring request with the US Hiring Team for all US hiring positions (Project and Consulting) for the account and be responsible for closure of the positions
Support the hiring team with interview process and smooth onboarding of the selected candidate
Initiate, coordinate & drive the internal kick-off for new projects in the Account
Support Account Manager for the customer kick-off meeting of new projects
Initiate periodic Delivery review with the Account Manager and the ATS
Keep Our Client Account Management team updated of any customer escalation/ concerns/ issues at the project as well as account level
Initiate, prepare and actively participate in the Monthly and Quarterly Delivery Review meeting with the customer
Track and follow up on all the existing project extensions (EE) and get SOWs created in a timely manner
Understand customer’s domain, technology landscape and strategic technology direction
Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Degree in Computer Science or related stream from a reputable institution
18+ years of total IT experience with at least 10 years managing large projects/ program
Strong experience working in an Onsite-Offshore model
Technical proficiency in Java / Microsoft / Azure platform during the initial stage of the career
Superior problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, influencing, communicating, and consulting skills, team/interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills; works well under pressure and with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage & drive projects with metrics and data, create structure and templates as necessary for project reviews
Ability to effectively drive execution and own responsibility for overall success of projects
REQUIRED COMPETENCY :
Risk Management – Should be able to evaluate Risks at the project and account level on a continuous basis, and proactively discuss internally to come up with the Mitigation/ Contingency Plan
Taking Ownership – Should be able to anticipate, articulate and take ownership of customer’s concerns and track it to closure
Exec level communication Skills – Should be able to articulate thoughts with the Our Client/Customer senior management
Strategic Thinking – Should be able to think strategically, analyze data and present various options to the senior management/exec level
Team Player – Should be able to collaborate with the multifunctional customer and Our Client team
Social Skills – Should be able to have a meaningful conversation and build a rapport at all levels with the customer
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS:
Professional certification in Project Management is preferred (PMI , Scrum Master, Kanban, SAfe)
Vouchers Codes is looking for a friendly, passionate PHP Developer to join our web development team. Come join our team of web developers and help build engaging experiences that reach millions of our website users every month.
Role Requirements:
3+ years of previous working experience as a PHP developer
3+ years of previous working experience as a React Native developer
3+ years of MySQL experience
In depth knowledge of object-oriented PHP Framework
Hands on experience with SQL schema design, REST API design, API integrations
Experience with Software testing
Strong understanding of OOP and TDD concepts
Familiarity with modern libraries and frameworks. ie: Bootstrap, jQuery, etc
Expertise in developing highly scalable and performant web applications
Wordpress experience would be beneficial
About Us
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VouchersCodes.uk is a money saving business. To learn more, visit https://www.voucherscodes.uk/
Jul 05, 2020
Full time
Vouchers Codes is looking for a friendly, passionate PHP Developer to join our web development team. Come join our team of web developers and help build engaging experiences that reach millions of our website users every month.
Role Requirements:
3+ years of previous working experience as a PHP developer
3+ years of previous working experience as a React Native developer
3+ years of MySQL experience
In depth knowledge of object-oriented PHP Framework
Hands on experience with SQL schema design, REST API design, API integrations
Experience with Software testing
Strong understanding of OOP and TDD concepts
Familiarity with modern libraries and frameworks. ie: Bootstrap, jQuery, etc
Expertise in developing highly scalable and performant web applications
Wordpress experience would be beneficial
About Us
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We are looking for a hands-on developer who is highly skilled and confident across the full stack. You must be excited by great UX, as you will be involved in designing and building applications where user engagement will be critical to the success of a project.
You will be working in small company so need to be independent minded and take responsibility for your own work. A problem solver is essential as you are expected to propose your own solutions, as well as delivering according to specification.
CodeSmith Technology build solutions for the commercial vehicle sector, specialising in mobile technologies that allow organisations to keep in touch with their staff (and assets), so you could be developing features in a mobile application for remote workers one week and adding support to the telematics system for electric vehicles the next.
This job will suit a candidate who wants to challenge their existing skillset, is interested in the opportunity to explore all aspects of modern software development and has a strong drive for delivery.
Required Skills & Experience
Mandatory:
2 + years experience working with modern JavaScript and web technologies
2 + years experience with back end development languages C# (and .NET Core) OR Node.js
Flexible to perform different tasks depending on the needs of the project
Commercial development experience
Desirable:
Experience in Angular, RxJS, Firebase
Exposure to Continuous Integration pipelines
Experience working with automation testing tools
Knowledge of Azure or Google Cloud
Understand of design patterns, SOA and OO
Design and development skills in relational and NoSQL databases
Previous employment in the commercial vehicle sector
Academic Prerequisites
Qualifications are an important way to show potential, but they don’t suit everybody, at CodeSmith Technology we have no minimum academic level requirement, but you will be asked to demonstrate your skills through showcasing previous project work and undertaking a test.
Salary and Benefits
We will give you a minimum of £35k starting salary (up to £45k depending on experience) and an allowance of £1,500 to buy your own computer.
As a small company, CodeSmith Technology understand that happy staff make a successful business, so you will set your own working hours and enjoy an 25 days plus bank holidays annual leave. You can work completely remotely, but if you want to come into the office anytime then free parking is available.
May 06, 2020
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on developer who is highly skilled and confident across the full stack. You must be excited by great UX, as you will be involved in designing and building applications where user engagement will be critical to the success of a project.
You will be working in small company so need to be independent minded and take responsibility for your own work. A problem solver is essential as you are expected to propose your own solutions, as well as delivering according to specification.
CodeSmith Technology build solutions for the commercial vehicle sector, specialising in mobile technologies that allow organisations to keep in touch with their staff (and assets), so you could be developing features in a mobile application for remote workers one week and adding support to the telematics system for electric vehicles the next.
This job will suit a candidate who wants to challenge their existing skillset, is interested in the opportunity to explore all aspects of modern software development and has a strong drive for delivery.
Required Skills & Experience
Mandatory:
2 + years experience working with modern JavaScript and web technologies
2 + years experience with back end development languages C# (and .NET Core) OR Node.js
Flexible to perform different tasks depending on the needs of the project
Commercial development experience
Desirable:
Experience in Angular, RxJS, Firebase
Exposure to Continuous Integration pipelines
Experience working with automation testing tools
Knowledge of Azure or Google Cloud
Understand of design patterns, SOA and OO
Design and development skills in relational and NoSQL databases
Previous employment in the commercial vehicle sector
Academic Prerequisites
Qualifications are an important way to show potential, but they don’t suit everybody, at CodeSmith Technology we have no minimum academic level requirement, but you will be asked to demonstrate your skills through showcasing previous project work and undertaking a test.
Salary and Benefits
We will give you a minimum of £35k starting salary (up to £45k depending on experience) and an allowance of £1,500 to buy your own computer.
As a small company, CodeSmith Technology understand that happy staff make a successful business, so you will set your own working hours and enjoy an 25 days plus bank holidays annual leave. You can work completely remotely, but if you want to come into the office anytime then free parking is available.
Job Title: Engineering Director, EMEA
Department: Engineering
Manager: CTO
Location: Andover
We are seeking an Engineering Director with an action-oriented mindset and a focus on exceeding expectations, who operates with vision and integrity. The Engineering Director can expect to play an active role in the development and completion of projects, plan and monitor work schedules, work with multiple and diverse teams and represent CloudPay’s culture and values. Some responsibilities also include aligning engineering activities and projects with company goals and objectives, providing expert guidance and support, approving newly-developed policies from various departments, and maintaining positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
To be successful as a Director of Engineering, you should have exceptional leadership, communication and project management skills, years of management experience, and a belief in developing the skills and talents of others. Ideal candidates will have experience in identifying and navigating organizational changes, a keen interest in international trends in engineering and leadership, and an above average emotional intelligence.
Package and Benefits:
- Competitive annual salary
- 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- 4% pension contribution
- Life assurance x4
- Private medical insurance
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Friendly working environment
Attributes and Experience Required:
Requirements
People & Team management skills
Proven experience in managing distributed agile software development teams
Exceptional operational and organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
Able to demonstrate strong data-driven decision making and prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience communicating with up to C-level
Ability to work efficiently and intensely while juggling multiple priorities
Action-Oriented Mindset
Up-to-date knowledge of the industry
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
At least 8 year(s) of working experience as Technical Director or similar roles leading multiple teams
Desirable
Experience with complex, ambitious and high growth businesses that rely on a robust operational infrastructure to succeed
Daily Duties and Main Responsibilities Will Include:
Technology: Manage the interface between the technology team and the rest of the business, ensuring that priorities are aligned against the needs of the business, teams are unimpeded in their delivery needs and timelines are understood and driven-towards
Implement: Best practice agile engineering methods, ceremonies and mindsets. Provide guidance and coaching to PH CloudPay teams. Ensure effective collaboration with other CloudPay teams globally
Recruitment: Responsible for engineering hires and support other departments as necessary
Performance Management: Track team key OKRs/metrics and report to the CTO
Team Management and Co-ordination: Serve as the hub of a continuously evolving set of programmatic operations, staff infrastructure, and partner network. Be the “glue” that holds various parts of CloudPay together during this critical growth stage
Continually drive & champion inspection & adaptation of processes and technologies to improve overall business effectiveness
Collaborate with other cross-functional teams to address issues and drive results
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: Engineering Director, EMEA
Department: Engineering
Manager: CTO
Location: Andover
We are seeking an Engineering Director with an action-oriented mindset and a focus on exceeding expectations, who operates with vision and integrity. The Engineering Director can expect to play an active role in the development and completion of projects, plan and monitor work schedules, work with multiple and diverse teams and represent CloudPay’s culture and values. Some responsibilities also include aligning engineering activities and projects with company goals and objectives, providing expert guidance and support, approving newly-developed policies from various departments, and maintaining positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
To be successful as a Director of Engineering, you should have exceptional leadership, communication and project management skills, years of management experience, and a belief in developing the skills and talents of others. Ideal candidates will have experience in identifying and navigating organizational changes, a keen interest in international trends in engineering and leadership, and an above average emotional intelligence.
Package and Benefits:
- Competitive annual salary
- 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- 4% pension contribution
- Life assurance x4
- Private medical insurance
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Friendly working environment
Attributes and Experience Required:
Requirements
People & Team management skills
Proven experience in managing distributed agile software development teams
Exceptional operational and organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
Able to demonstrate strong data-driven decision making and prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience communicating with up to C-level
Ability to work efficiently and intensely while juggling multiple priorities
Action-Oriented Mindset
Up-to-date knowledge of the industry
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
At least 8 year(s) of working experience as Technical Director or similar roles leading multiple teams
Desirable
Experience with complex, ambitious and high growth businesses that rely on a robust operational infrastructure to succeed
Daily Duties and Main Responsibilities Will Include:
Technology: Manage the interface between the technology team and the rest of the business, ensuring that priorities are aligned against the needs of the business, teams are unimpeded in their delivery needs and timelines are understood and driven-towards
Implement: Best practice agile engineering methods, ceremonies and mindsets. Provide guidance and coaching to PH CloudPay teams. Ensure effective collaboration with other CloudPay teams globally
Recruitment: Responsible for engineering hires and support other departments as necessary
Performance Management: Track team key OKRs/metrics and report to the CTO
Team Management and Co-ordination: Serve as the hub of a continuously evolving set of programmatic operations, staff infrastructure, and partner network. Be the “glue” that holds various parts of CloudPay together during this critical growth stage
Continually drive & champion inspection & adaptation of processes and technologies to improve overall business effectiveness
Collaborate with other cross-functional teams to address issues and drive results
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 .
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Narendra Reddy
Contact Email:
narendra@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
020 3743 7090
Industry:
IT
Job Type:
Permanent
Location:
North Yorkshire
Salary:
£60-70K PA (DOE)
Main Purpose:
To develop, deliver and maintain high quality and innovative software that meet client and company needs.
Provide high quality advice, support and guidance to clients and colleagues.
Job Summary:
You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering software for the oil and gas industry. You will interpret user requirements, design solutions, implement them and work with the Testers to ensure our client products satisfy customer’s needs, within agreed timescales and according to the company’s quality systems.
Experience in the following is advantageous, however not essential:
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Key Components:
Develop products and maintain existing products in accordance with applicable company specifications and user requirements.
Adopt a continuous improvement approach in product development and product life- cycle processes.
Proactively maintain and update your own technical knowledge, including changes to legislation and standards that may impact our client products.
Evaluate new technologies and carefully manage their introduction, whilst minimising risks to new project delivery schedules.
Provide support to sales and marketing, through the evaluation of complex inquiries, estimating timescales/costs for specific client / project developments, support at exhibitions, support with significant demonstrations etc.
Evaluate software faults and work to improve existing software.
Deliver Helpdesk support through the sharing of technical knowledge to contribute to the timely resolution of client and company issues.
Provide technical advice and support to field service colleagues during complex installations and the deployment of new products to the field, participating on occasion, in site visits to develop a comprehensive understanding.
Verify and deploy programs and systems.
Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software programmes.
Create technical documentation for reference and reporting purposes.
Ability to make an informed and meaningful contribution to peer group / project discussions.
Adopt a flexible and supportive approach, a positive attitude to change and a willingness to undertake any other duties as assigned, to ensure the company achieves its objectives.
Flexible approach, travelling around and outside of the UK when necessary.
Share own knowledge and experience with others.
Work in accordance with MHT’s quality systems and framework.
Acting as coach and mentor, advising and guiding less experienced colleagues.
Team player, willing to assist on occasion with other duties outside the remit of own role.
Requirement
Experience
Writing and testing code, refining and rewriting it as necessary.
Evaluating the software and systems that make computers and hardware operate.
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Working closely and collaboratively with other staff, such as other developers, testers, and salespeople, and marketing professionals.
Carrying out requirement analysis.
Consulting clients and colleagues concerning the maintenance and performance of software systems with a view to writing or modifying
current systems.
Creating technical specifications.
Researching and investigating new technologies.
Skills
Adopting logical, analytical and creative approaches to software development and problem-solving.
Good time management with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise as necessary.
Confident when communicating with customers and peers.
Adaptable, with an ability to learn new skills and technologies quickly.
A meticulous and organized approach to work.
Extending support to others through coaching and/or mentoring.
Knowledge
Continually updating technical knowledge and skills by attending in- house and external courses, reading manuals and accessing new
applications.
Understanding of the oil and gas sector and associated technologies.
Qualifications
Degree qualified, or equivalent, in a STEM subject.
Good level of secondary education with a minimum of GCSE in Maths at Grade C (7) or above.
Other
Right to work in the UK
Ability to travel, sometimes at short notice, to sites around the UK, with occasional international travel.
Valid Full UK driving license and access to vehicle.
Passport – valid and in-date.
A commitment to equality & diversity and willingness to adhere to MHT policies.
To find out more please call Narendra on 020 3743 7090.
Jan 12, 2020
Full time
Agency:
UCA Consulting
Contact Name:
Narendra Reddy
Contact Email:
narendra@ucaconsulting.uk
Telephone:
020 3743 7090
Industry:
IT
Job Type:
Permanent
Location:
North Yorkshire
Salary:
£60-70K PA (DOE)
Main Purpose:
To develop, deliver and maintain high quality and innovative software that meet client and company needs.
Provide high quality advice, support and guidance to clients and colleagues.
Job Summary:
You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering software for the oil and gas industry. You will interpret user requirements, design solutions, implement them and work with the Testers to ensure our client products satisfy customer’s needs, within agreed timescales and according to the company’s quality systems.
Experience in the following is advantageous, however not essential:
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Key Components:
Develop products and maintain existing products in accordance with applicable company specifications and user requirements.
Adopt a continuous improvement approach in product development and product life- cycle processes.
Proactively maintain and update your own technical knowledge, including changes to legislation and standards that may impact our client products.
Evaluate new technologies and carefully manage their introduction, whilst minimising risks to new project delivery schedules.
Provide support to sales and marketing, through the evaluation of complex inquiries, estimating timescales/costs for specific client / project developments, support at exhibitions, support with significant demonstrations etc.
Evaluate software faults and work to improve existing software.
Deliver Helpdesk support through the sharing of technical knowledge to contribute to the timely resolution of client and company issues.
Provide technical advice and support to field service colleagues during complex installations and the deployment of new products to the field, participating on occasion, in site visits to develop a comprehensive understanding.
Verify and deploy programs and systems.
Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software programmes.
Create technical documentation for reference and reporting purposes.
Ability to make an informed and meaningful contribution to peer group / project discussions.
Adopt a flexible and supportive approach, a positive attitude to change and a willingness to undertake any other duties as assigned, to ensure the company achieves its objectives.
Flexible approach, travelling around and outside of the UK when necessary.
Share own knowledge and experience with others.
Work in accordance with MHT’s quality systems and framework.
Acting as coach and mentor, advising and guiding less experienced colleagues.
Team player, willing to assist on occasion with other duties outside the remit of own role.
Requirement
Experience
Writing and testing code, refining and rewriting it as necessary.
Evaluating the software and systems that make computers and hardware operate.
C++, C#, Perforce Source Control, Python, SQL, .NET, Angular, Java, JavaScript, Linux, Git.
Working closely and collaboratively with other staff, such as other developers, testers, and salespeople, and marketing professionals.
Carrying out requirement analysis.
Consulting clients and colleagues concerning the maintenance and performance of software systems with a view to writing or modifying
current systems.
Creating technical specifications.
Researching and investigating new technologies.
Skills
Adopting logical, analytical and creative approaches to software development and problem-solving.
Good time management with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise as necessary.
Confident when communicating with customers and peers.
Adaptable, with an ability to learn new skills and technologies quickly.
A meticulous and organized approach to work.
Extending support to others through coaching and/or mentoring.
Knowledge
Continually updating technical knowledge and skills by attending in- house and external courses, reading manuals and accessing new
applications.
Understanding of the oil and gas sector and associated technologies.
Qualifications
Degree qualified, or equivalent, in a STEM subject.
Good level of secondary education with a minimum of GCSE in Maths at Grade C (7) or above.
Other
Right to work in the UK
Ability to travel, sometimes at short notice, to sites around the UK, with occasional international travel.
Valid Full UK driving license and access to vehicle.
Passport – valid and in-date.
A commitment to equality & diversity and willingness to adhere to MHT policies.
To find out more please call Narendra on 020 3743 7090.
Full Time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £31,153 - £36,169 per annum
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Ref No: USL314
Would you like to work in a modern higher education institution where student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money and continuous improvement are at the forefront of how we make our decisions? If your answer is ‘yes’, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us and experience it all for yourself by joining us as an IT Support Engineer!
As an IT Support Engineer you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the IT and AV provision at the University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL) that underpins the service delivery to students, staff and visitors.
You will have previous experience of working in a busy IT environment supporting customers with multiple technologies, alongside excellent attention to detail, analytical and communication skills. In addition you will have a demonstrable understanding of the importance of customer service skills in the context of the IT environment. For all IT-related essential and desirable criteria, please check the attached Job Description on the job vacancy page.
At the University of Sunderland in London, we offer you a unique opportunity to work with friendly and dedicated people and to have a real invaluable impact on our students’ learning experience and upon our success. We also offer you our commitment to training and development, a generous annual leave provision and our location in Canary Wharf with many transport links for easy access.
If you’re interested, up for the challenge and want to know more, please go to our job vacancies page http://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/USL314 or by clicking the apply button below.
For an informal conversation about the role, you can contact Wouter Bouwer, Assistant Head of Student Administration and Systems (IT and Systems) via email at wouter.bouwer@sunderland.ac.uk .
Closing Date: 26 January 2020, midnight
Interviews: TBC
Please note that this role is not eligible for Tier 2 sponsorship in accordance with the Home Office Points Based Immigration System. Should you therefore require further information, please visit the Home Office website www.gov.uk
Jan 02, 2020
Full time
Full Time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £31,153 - £36,169 per annum
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Ref No: USL314
Would you like to work in a modern higher education institution where student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money and continuous improvement are at the forefront of how we make our decisions? If your answer is ‘yes’, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us and experience it all for yourself by joining us as an IT Support Engineer!
As an IT Support Engineer you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the IT and AV provision at the University of Sunderland in London (UoSiL) that underpins the service delivery to students, staff and visitors.
You will have previous experience of working in a busy IT environment supporting customers with multiple technologies, alongside excellent attention to detail, analytical and communication skills. In addition you will have a demonstrable understanding of the importance of customer service skills in the context of the IT environment. For all IT-related essential and desirable criteria, please check the attached Job Description on the job vacancy page.
At the University of Sunderland in London, we offer you a unique opportunity to work with friendly and dedicated people and to have a real invaluable impact on our students’ learning experience and upon our success. We also offer you our commitment to training and development, a generous annual leave provision and our location in Canary Wharf with many transport links for easy access.
If you’re interested, up for the challenge and want to know more, please go to our job vacancies page http://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/USL314 or by clicking the apply button below.
For an informal conversation about the role, you can contact Wouter Bouwer, Assistant Head of Student Administration and Systems (IT and Systems) via email at wouter.bouwer@sunderland.ac.uk .
Closing Date: 26 January 2020, midnight
Interviews: TBC
Please note that this role is not eligible for Tier 2 sponsorship in accordance with the Home Office Points Based Immigration System. Should you therefore require further information, please visit the Home Office website www.gov.uk
Full Time (37 hours per week for nominal purposes)
Salary: £36,961 - £44,352 per annum
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Ref No: USL312
Would you like to work in a modern higher education institution where student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money and continuous improvement are at the forefront of how we make our decisions? If your answer is ‘yes’, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us and experience it all for yourself by joining us as an IT and Systems Manager!
As the IT and Systems Manager, you will be responsible for the operations of two very important teams: IT and Business Support Services. It’ll be within your scope to make sure that the services are efficient and suitable for our staff and students’ needs. You will use your leadership and management skills to develop your staff and services and to work in partnership with others across the University.
You will have demonstrable experience of working within a formal ICT service delivery environment, ideally within higher education as well as experience in managing and developing an effective team in a complex environment. In addition, you will have strong technical competence, excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills as well as a proven understanding of, and commitment to, the delivery of effective customer service. For all IT-related essential and desirable criteria, please check the Job Description attached to the vacancy on our jobs page.
At the University of Sunderland in London, we offer you a unique opportunity to work with friendly and dedicated people and to have a real invaluable impact on our students’ learning experience and upon our success. We also offer you our commitment to training and development, a generous annual leave provision and our location in Canary Wharf with many transport links for easy access.
If you’re interested, up for the challenge and want to know more, please go to our jobs vacancies page http://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/USL312
For an informal conversation about the role, you can contact Wouter Bouwer, Assistant Head of Student Administration and Systems (IT and Systems) via email at wouter.bouwer@sunderland.ac.uk
Closing Date: Sunday, 19 January 2020 at midnight
Interviews:TBC
Please note that this role is not eligible for Tier 2 sponsorship in accordance with the Home Office Points Based Immigration System. Should you therefore require further information, please visit the Home Office website www.gov.uk
Jan 02, 2020
Full time
Full Time (37 hours per week for nominal purposes)
Salary: £36,961 - £44,352 per annum
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Ref No: USL312
Would you like to work in a modern higher education institution where student experience, customer service, academic quality, value for money and continuous improvement are at the forefront of how we make our decisions? If your answer is ‘yes’, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us and experience it all for yourself by joining us as an IT and Systems Manager!
As the IT and Systems Manager, you will be responsible for the operations of two very important teams: IT and Business Support Services. It’ll be within your scope to make sure that the services are efficient and suitable for our staff and students’ needs. You will use your leadership and management skills to develop your staff and services and to work in partnership with others across the University.
You will have demonstrable experience of working within a formal ICT service delivery environment, ideally within higher education as well as experience in managing and developing an effective team in a complex environment. In addition, you will have strong technical competence, excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills as well as a proven understanding of, and commitment to, the delivery of effective customer service. For all IT-related essential and desirable criteria, please check the Job Description attached to the vacancy on our jobs page.
At the University of Sunderland in London, we offer you a unique opportunity to work with friendly and dedicated people and to have a real invaluable impact on our students’ learning experience and upon our success. We also offer you our commitment to training and development, a generous annual leave provision and our location in Canary Wharf with many transport links for easy access.
If you’re interested, up for the challenge and want to know more, please go to our jobs vacancies page http://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/USL312
For an informal conversation about the role, you can contact Wouter Bouwer, Assistant Head of Student Administration and Systems (IT and Systems) via email at wouter.bouwer@sunderland.ac.uk
Closing Date: Sunday, 19 January 2020 at midnight
Interviews:TBC
Please note that this role is not eligible for Tier 2 sponsorship in accordance with the Home Office Points Based Immigration System. Should you therefore require further information, please visit the Home Office website www.gov.uk
W instanley College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people that we work with. As such, all post are subject to the `Safer Recruitment` process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the College
PERMANENT FULL TIME
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER
Hours of work: 36.25 Hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm (with a 45-minute lunch), full year.
Sa l a r y : Point 51 (currently £42,252 per annum) rising to Point 54 (currently, £45,161 per annum)
Salary and terms and conditions are in accordance with Sixth Form Colleges’ Support Staff pay and conditions.
If you would like to discuss anything further, please telephone the HR Department on 01695 628612.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: 20th November 2019
Interview date is to be confirmed.
Please download and complete the forms below. Once complete, please email these documents to hr@winstanley.ac.uk
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
Self Disclosure Form
If you would like to discuss anything further please telephone the HR Department on 01695 628612
Winstanley College is a large sixth form college specialising in AS/A levels. Judged ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED the College is regularly towards the top of the league tables and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, comprehensive pastoral care and extensive enrichment.
Nov 06, 2019
Full time
W instanley College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people that we work with. As such, all post are subject to the `Safer Recruitment` process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the College
PERMANENT FULL TIME
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER
Hours of work: 36.25 Hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm (with a 45-minute lunch), full year.
Sa l a r y : Point 51 (currently £42,252 per annum) rising to Point 54 (currently, £45,161 per annum)
Salary and terms and conditions are in accordance with Sixth Form Colleges’ Support Staff pay and conditions.
If you would like to discuss anything further, please telephone the HR Department on 01695 628612.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: 20th November 2019
Interview date is to be confirmed.
Please download and complete the forms below. Once complete, please email these documents to hr@winstanley.ac.uk
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
Self Disclosure Form
If you would like to discuss anything further please telephone the HR Department on 01695 628612
Winstanley College is a large sixth form college specialising in AS/A levels. Judged ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED the College is regularly towards the top of the league tables and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, comprehensive pastoral care and extensive enrichment.
IT Manager
Position summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative IT professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to take on a leading role in developing the IT function within Proforest. Key responsibilities are IT strategy and security management, effectiveness of IT systems, capacity building and overseeing with external service providers.
About Proforest
Proforest is a not-for-profit, mission-driven organisation that works throughout agricultural and forest product supply chains to help achieve sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Proforest is an established world leader in the development and implementation of sustainable production and responsible sourcing with a global presence. Our head office is in the UK with regional offices in Malaysia, Ghana, Colombia and Brazil.
Main Responsibilities:
IT Strategy and security management
Lead on the development and implementation of a long-term IT roadmap to improve effectiveness and security of IT systems
Identify IT security risks, evaluate mitigation options and carry out suitable measures to ensure security of company networks, systems and data
Develop a business continuity plan
System development
Be aware of new technologies, engage with stakeholders to identify their technology needs and support implementation of appropriate solutions
Review if existing systems are fit for purpose and implement improvements
Develop IT policies and operating procedures. Maintain documentation of networks, systems and processes
Capacity Building
Develop a global team of IT power users to strengthen IT capacity in regional offices
Develop guidance documents and training material. Provide training as required
Incident response, user support and maintenance
Coordinate and oversee external IT support provider to ensure that incidents, issues, end-user support and regular maintenance is carried-out according to standards
Qualifications, experience and skills
Professional IT qualification (e.g. computer science, network engineering, etc.)
At least 3 years of relevant work experience in a similar role
Network administration and management, especially Windows server, HyperV, AD, GPO, DHCP/DNS
Configuration and troubleshooting of laptop and desktop computers
Microsoft environments, especially Office 365 ecosystem and Azure
Database and Business Intelligence solutions
Security infrastructure and cyber security best practices, including BCP and disaster recovery
Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills with the ability to build effective working relationships and operate in a geographically distributed, multi-cultural environment
Highly developed organisational skills and solution-oriented approach including prioritisation, project management and time management
An enthusiastic, motivated and pro-active approach with the ability to manage own workload effectively
A drive and desire for continuous professional development
Salary and practical details
Salary range: £30,000-34,000
Location: Oxford, UK (although this position may be hosted in one of our overseas offices)
Full time permanent position
To apply
Send your CV, a brief cover letter that describes how you meet the requirements for this position and confirmation that you are already eligible to work in the UK to personnel@proforest.net
Application deadline: 20 October 2019
Sep 25, 2019
Full time
IT Manager
Position summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative IT professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to take on a leading role in developing the IT function within Proforest. Key responsibilities are IT strategy and security management, effectiveness of IT systems, capacity building and overseeing with external service providers.
About Proforest
Proforest is a not-for-profit, mission-driven organisation that works throughout agricultural and forest product supply chains to help achieve sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Proforest is an established world leader in the development and implementation of sustainable production and responsible sourcing with a global presence. Our head office is in the UK with regional offices in Malaysia, Ghana, Colombia and Brazil.
Main Responsibilities:
IT Strategy and security management
Lead on the development and implementation of a long-term IT roadmap to improve effectiveness and security of IT systems
Identify IT security risks, evaluate mitigation options and carry out suitable measures to ensure security of company networks, systems and data
Develop a business continuity plan
System development
Be aware of new technologies, engage with stakeholders to identify their technology needs and support implementation of appropriate solutions
Review if existing systems are fit for purpose and implement improvements
Develop IT policies and operating procedures. Maintain documentation of networks, systems and processes
Capacity Building
Develop a global team of IT power users to strengthen IT capacity in regional offices
Develop guidance documents and training material. Provide training as required
Incident response, user support and maintenance
Coordinate and oversee external IT support provider to ensure that incidents, issues, end-user support and regular maintenance is carried-out according to standards
Qualifications, experience and skills
Professional IT qualification (e.g. computer science, network engineering, etc.)
At least 3 years of relevant work experience in a similar role
Network administration and management, especially Windows server, HyperV, AD, GPO, DHCP/DNS
Configuration and troubleshooting of laptop and desktop computers
Microsoft environments, especially Office 365 ecosystem and Azure
Database and Business Intelligence solutions
Security infrastructure and cyber security best practices, including BCP and disaster recovery
Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills with the ability to build effective working relationships and operate in a geographically distributed, multi-cultural environment
Highly developed organisational skills and solution-oriented approach including prioritisation, project management and time management
An enthusiastic, motivated and pro-active approach with the ability to manage own workload effectively
A drive and desire for continuous professional development
Salary and practical details
Salary range: £30,000-34,000
Location: Oxford, UK (although this position may be hosted in one of our overseas offices)
Full time permanent position
To apply
Send your CV, a brief cover letter that describes how you meet the requirements for this position and confirmation that you are already eligible to work in the UK to personnel@proforest.net
Application deadline: 20 October 2019
Job Title: Lead Developer X 2
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits including location allowance, annual bonus and opportunity for green allowance
About Good Energy
One of the biggest things we can all do to tackle climate change is switch to clean power. At Good Energy, we’ve been giving people that choice since 1999. We supply thousands of homes and businesses with 100% renewable electricity, sourced from local, independent generators. And, by working with our customers, generators and investors, we’re achieving our purpose of powering a cleaner, greener future together.
We’re now beginning an exciting new chapter in our story, which will see us explore innovative ways to help more and more homes and businesses use clean, renewable power. To do this, we need talented people to join us. And that’s where you come in. Join us and become part of a team whose day-to-day work contributes to building a more sustainable world for us all.
About the role
We are currently seeking two Lead Developers that will provide leadership to our team of developers, driving continuous improvement, introducing and embedding industry good practice and managing individual performance and professional development. In this role you will deliver development capability for critical workflows and act as the point of escalation for all development work.
Reporting to the CTO you will develop and implement the developer strategy and business plans in close collaboration with key stakeholders, working closely and leading all developers in a way that supports high performance and engagement over the longer term.
A large part of the role will be to work collaboratively with the Technical Architect and Portfolio Team to ensure our developers are working effectively with Scrum Teams. You’ll work with the developers to identify areas for their development, continuously ensuring high performance of the team. You will also work closely with the Technical Architect to seek opportunities to introduce new technologies that will improve technical delivery and support implementation.
You will own the direction and implementation of developer tooling and practices roadmap (including, but not limited to CI/CD, test-driven development, choice of development stacks), whilst managing risk in relation to the broader business.
About you:
With a 2:1 or First-class degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or similar technical degree, you will be a proactive individual with significant technical experience and interest in participating and growing a high performing development team. You will be able to demonstrate successfully leading, mentoring and developing a team of developers in a fast-paced, agile environment. Comfortable balancing your own deliverables and leading direct reports operating in a matrix managed structure. Strong understanding of Agile principles and implementations is essential to this role.
You will have a desire to continuously seek out improvements sourced from your own previous experience, suggestions from our developers as well as learning from the broader software development industry.
You will be champion for growing a progressive, diverse and inclusive developer community and will participate in industry events to raise your profile. You will have demonstrable experience of delivering high quality code across a full stack, with a focus on front-end web development and have a background of developing on a javascript related web stack and integration technologies.
Below you will find our purpose statement and our 4 values, which we aim to bring to life in all our actions at Good Energy.
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 futureholders.
In addition to a competitive salary we also offer a wide range of benefits. Good Energy is based in Chippenham, Wiltshire. We’ve been here since the very beginning and are busy planning a new state-of-the-art headquarters to call our future home. We’re just a two-minute walk away from the train station, with fast connections to Bristol, Swindon and the surrounding area.
Closing Date: Sunday 18th August 2019
Jul 24, 2019
Full time
Job Title: Lead Developer X 2
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits including location allowance, annual bonus and opportunity for green allowance
About Good Energy
One of the biggest things we can all do to tackle climate change is switch to clean power. At Good Energy, we’ve been giving people that choice since 1999. We supply thousands of homes and businesses with 100% renewable electricity, sourced from local, independent generators. And, by working with our customers, generators and investors, we’re achieving our purpose of powering a cleaner, greener future together.
We’re now beginning an exciting new chapter in our story, which will see us explore innovative ways to help more and more homes and businesses use clean, renewable power. To do this, we need talented people to join us. And that’s where you come in. Join us and become part of a team whose day-to-day work contributes to building a more sustainable world for us all.
About the role
We are currently seeking two Lead Developers that will provide leadership to our team of developers, driving continuous improvement, introducing and embedding industry good practice and managing individual performance and professional development. In this role you will deliver development capability for critical workflows and act as the point of escalation for all development work.
Reporting to the CTO you will develop and implement the developer strategy and business plans in close collaboration with key stakeholders, working closely and leading all developers in a way that supports high performance and engagement over the longer term.
A large part of the role will be to work collaboratively with the Technical Architect and Portfolio Team to ensure our developers are working effectively with Scrum Teams. You’ll work with the developers to identify areas for their development, continuously ensuring high performance of the team. You will also work closely with the Technical Architect to seek opportunities to introduce new technologies that will improve technical delivery and support implementation.
You will own the direction and implementation of developer tooling and practices roadmap (including, but not limited to CI/CD, test-driven development, choice of development stacks), whilst managing risk in relation to the broader business.
About you:
With a 2:1 or First-class degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or similar technical degree, you will be a proactive individual with significant technical experience and interest in participating and growing a high performing development team. You will be able to demonstrate successfully leading, mentoring and developing a team of developers in a fast-paced, agile environment. Comfortable balancing your own deliverables and leading direct reports operating in a matrix managed structure. Strong understanding of Agile principles and implementations is essential to this role.
You will have a desire to continuously seek out improvements sourced from your own previous experience, suggestions from our developers as well as learning from the broader software development industry.
You will be champion for growing a progressive, diverse and inclusive developer community and will participate in industry events to raise your profile. You will have demonstrable experience of delivering high quality code across a full stack, with a focus on front-end web development and have a background of developing on a javascript related web stack and integration technologies.
Below you will find our purpose statement and our 4 values, which we aim to bring to life in all our actions at Good Energy.
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 futureholders.
In addition to a competitive salary we also offer a wide range of benefits. Good Energy is based in Chippenham, Wiltshire. We’ve been here since the very beginning and are busy planning a new state-of-the-art headquarters to call our future home. We’re just a two-minute walk away from the train station, with fast connections to Bristol, Swindon and the surrounding area.
Closing Date: Sunday 18th August 2019
Police Headquarters, Middlemoor, Exeter or Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset (although regular attendance at Middlemoor, Exeter will be required).
Salary - The commencing salary will be up to £92,823 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £100,431 per annum.
This salary includes a market supplement of £33,351 in addition to a basic Grade 12 salary (£59,472 to £67,080 per annum). The market supplement will take effect from the date of appointment and will be reviewed after 36 months.
Applications are invited for the post of ICT Chief Technology Officer leading the ICT department across Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police.
The principal responsibility of the role will be to lead the ICT function across Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police forces. To lead 100 staff and oversee significant contracts. To ensure the provision of operationally critical systems. To develop ICT strategies that help enable and support policing strategies. To contribute at a senior level to both Forces.
For further details or an informal discussion please contact Head of ICT Andrew Bennington – 01202 006084 or Director of Finance and Resources Sandy Goscomb on 01392 226614.
If you are interested, you will need to complete an application form providing evidence, as detailed in the advertisement on our website, and also associated documents which you will find by visiting our website at: www.devon-cornwall.police.uk . CVs will not be accepted.
Completed applications should be submitted to:
People Services Centre (Resourcing), Force HQ, Middlemoor, Exeter, EX2 7HQ
Closing Date: 19 August 2019
Shortlisting Date: 22/23 August 2019
Assessment and Interview Date: 5/6 September 2019
Jul 19, 2019
Full time
Police Headquarters, Middlemoor, Exeter or Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset (although regular attendance at Middlemoor, Exeter will be required).
Salary - The commencing salary will be up to £92,823 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £100,431 per annum.
This salary includes a market supplement of £33,351 in addition to a basic Grade 12 salary (£59,472 to £67,080 per annum). The market supplement will take effect from the date of appointment and will be reviewed after 36 months.
Applications are invited for the post of ICT Chief Technology Officer leading the ICT department across Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police.
The principal responsibility of the role will be to lead the ICT function across Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police forces. To lead 100 staff and oversee significant contracts. To ensure the provision of operationally critical systems. To develop ICT strategies that help enable and support policing strategies. To contribute at a senior level to both Forces.
For further details or an informal discussion please contact Head of ICT Andrew Bennington – 01202 006084 or Director of Finance and Resources Sandy Goscomb on 01392 226614.
If you are interested, you will need to complete an application form providing evidence, as detailed in the advertisement on our website, and also associated documents which you will find by visiting our website at: www.devon-cornwall.police.uk . CVs will not be accepted.
Completed applications should be submitted to:
People Services Centre (Resourcing), Force HQ, Middlemoor, Exeter, EX2 7HQ
Closing Date: 19 August 2019
Shortlisting Date: 22/23 August 2019
Assessment and Interview Date: 5/6 September 2019
Faculty: Information Technology School: Information Technology Full Time,Permanent Location: City Centre Campus Salary: £20,188 per annum + 5% Shift Allowance Closing Date: Thursday 11th July 2019 Interview Date: TBC Ref No: 042019-132-R
Birmingham City University is a large, diverse and increasingly popular place to study. We are defined by our core values of “Excellence, People Focus, Partnership Working and Fairness & Integrity”.
We have a vacancy for a Support Technician to work with a team of analysts to provide first and second line support to the University staff and students for all Audio Visual equipment and IT services. The team operates within the ITIL Service Management framework.
You must have experience in a similar technical support role, including:
Troubleshooting and supporting Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office products, desktop and laptop hardware
Working knowledge of Audio Visual technologies
Knowledge of Apple and mobile operating systems
You will need to have excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills.
You will be required to work on a one-week rotating shift pattern + 5% shift allowance.
As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Covering Letter. We recommend that, where possible, you remove personal details from your CV and Covering Letter such as your name.
For more information about applying and for the job description for the post, please see the current vacancies on the BCU website: http://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/
Please note that this role is not capable of sponsorship under Tier 2 of the points-based system.
Please note on occasions where we receive a large number of applications, we may close the advert ahead of the publicised closing date. If this does happen, we will contact all candidates via email who have started but not yet completed their application, giving 48 hours’ notice. We would therefore advise that you submit your completed application as soon as possible.
Birmingham City University holds an Athena Swan Bronze Award and promotes the advancement of gender equality through Representation, Progression and Success for All. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Jun 26, 2019
Full time
Faculty: Information Technology School: Information Technology Full Time,Permanent Location: City Centre Campus Salary: £20,188 per annum + 5% Shift Allowance Closing Date: Thursday 11th July 2019 Interview Date: TBC Ref No: 042019-132-R
Birmingham City University is a large, diverse and increasingly popular place to study. We are defined by our core values of “Excellence, People Focus, Partnership Working and Fairness & Integrity”.
We have a vacancy for a Support Technician to work with a team of analysts to provide first and second line support to the University staff and students for all Audio Visual equipment and IT services. The team operates within the ITIL Service Management framework.
You must have experience in a similar technical support role, including:
Troubleshooting and supporting Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office products, desktop and laptop hardware
Working knowledge of Audio Visual technologies
Knowledge of Apple and mobile operating systems
You will need to have excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills.
You will be required to work on a one-week rotating shift pattern + 5% shift allowance.
As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Covering Letter. We recommend that, where possible, you remove personal details from your CV and Covering Letter such as your name.
For more information about applying and for the job description for the post, please see the current vacancies on the BCU website: http://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/
Please note that this role is not capable of sponsorship under Tier 2 of the points-based system.
Please note on occasions where we receive a large number of applications, we may close the advert ahead of the publicised closing date. If this does happen, we will contact all candidates via email who have started but not yet completed their application, giving 48 hours’ notice. We would therefore advise that you submit your completed application as soon as possible.
Birmingham City University holds an Athena Swan Bronze Award and promotes the advancement of gender equality through Representation, Progression and Success for All. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We’re looking for a hands-on individual who is solutions focused and has LMS admin experience (preferably Moodle or Totara Learn) to support in all aspects of maintaining, troubleshooting and improving the Academy’s core platform, Kaya. You will learn the platform inside out, and work with a number of internal and external stakeholders to ensure Kaya provides high-quality, relevant, accessible and engaging learning opportunities for the sector, to help fulfil the Academy’s charitable mission.
The Organisation
The Humanitarian Leadership Academy (Academy) is a global learning initiative with a mission to enable people to prepare for and respond to crises in their own countries. To achieve this, the Academy acts as a catalyst for the improved quality, accessibility and sustainability of humanitarian learning and knowledge so that the delivery of aid is more effective, immediate, and local – saving lives and safe-guarding livelihoods.
https://www.humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/
https://www.kayaconnect.org/
The Role
As LMS Support Specialist, you will:
Upload new content to the platform, and ensure the consistency and quality of existing content in the course catalogue.
Support both Academy staff/consultants and end-users by providing swift resolution to technical issues, queries and administrative requests.
Work closely with and provide support to the Platform Manager as required, particularly with the testing of new developments and the delivery of projects, to ensure Kaya remains a robust, innovative and ultimately sector-leading learning platform.
The Person
To be successful you will have experience in administration of a Learning Management System (LMS) – preferably Moodle or Totara Learn – and familiarity with a range of online/blended learning methodologies, standards and formats that can be set up, managed and maintained using an LMS. Ultimately, you will have a high level of digital literacy and the ability to quickly adopt new technological tools and approaches.
To apply please visit our website or click Here.
Closing date: Sunday 14th July 2019
Jun 18, 2019
Full time
We’re looking for a hands-on individual who is solutions focused and has LMS admin experience (preferably Moodle or Totara Learn) to support in all aspects of maintaining, troubleshooting and improving the Academy’s core platform, Kaya. You will learn the platform inside out, and work with a number of internal and external stakeholders to ensure Kaya provides high-quality, relevant, accessible and engaging learning opportunities for the sector, to help fulfil the Academy’s charitable mission.
The Organisation
The Humanitarian Leadership Academy (Academy) is a global learning initiative with a mission to enable people to prepare for and respond to crises in their own countries. To achieve this, the Academy acts as a catalyst for the improved quality, accessibility and sustainability of humanitarian learning and knowledge so that the delivery of aid is more effective, immediate, and local – saving lives and safe-guarding livelihoods.
https://www.humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/
https://www.kayaconnect.org/
The Role
As LMS Support Specialist, you will:
Upload new content to the platform, and ensure the consistency and quality of existing content in the course catalogue.
Support both Academy staff/consultants and end-users by providing swift resolution to technical issues, queries and administrative requests.
Work closely with and provide support to the Platform Manager as required, particularly with the testing of new developments and the delivery of projects, to ensure Kaya remains a robust, innovative and ultimately sector-leading learning platform.
The Person
To be successful you will have experience in administration of a Learning Management System (LMS) – preferably Moodle or Totara Learn – and familiarity with a range of online/blended learning methodologies, standards and formats that can be set up, managed and maintained using an LMS. Ultimately, you will have a high level of digital literacy and the ability to quickly adopt new technological tools and approaches.
To apply please visit our website or click Here.
Closing date: Sunday 14th July 2019
Job Purpose
You will take the day-to-day lead on all our business systems including Finance, HR, and Housing Management, working closely with the IT Team and key stakeholders from across the organisation to design, develop and maintain systems ensuring effective service delivery that meets our organisational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Day to day management of the association’s SQL database systems including monitoring, performance, backup and maintenance, report writing and fault remedy.
Lead on the design, scoping and development of data reporting through the use of Microsoft SSRS & SSIS.
Assist the IT Manager in the service delivery of business system data and analysis including advising on industry best practice, data security, integrity and optimising performance, and provide approval on database design functional specifications.
Accountable for the definition, design, implementation and continuous improvement of pro-active monitoring and alerting of thresholds in database efficiency and performance, and as required, undertaking remedial actions.
Control and monitor user access to the database, monitoring and optimising the performance of the database, planning for backup and recovery of database information, maintaining archived data, backing up and restoring databases and contacting database vendor for technical support.
Creating complex query definitions and data driven subscriptions that allow data to be extracted and communicated in a controlled and secure manner and guide technical colleagues as required on best practice/how to input and extract data.
Adhere to Data Architecture and Information Security controls thereby sustaining the security and integrity of the data.
Day to day management of the associations housing management and finance accounting system, and HR software ensuing optimal performance, application of updates/software fixes and maintenance of integration with other business systems.
Ensure that all information security requirements, including data protection, are met in accordance with the association’s policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
Ensure that health and safety requirements are met in accordance with the association’s policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
Diagnose, research and identify solutions with the support of the other IT members and third party software, hardware and network providers.
Provide second line helpdesk support to assist the IT team.
Develop and maintain administrative processes and systems with regard to the IT systems ensuring that records and documentation is accurately maintained.
Develop and maintain expertise in the Association’s software packages and applications.
Visit other Impact sites, as required, to provide IT support.
Provide support and training to staff in the use of Impact’s computer systems.
Participate in cross-functional working groups and reviews.
Develop and maintain an awareness of computer procedures throughout the Association.
Jun 14, 2019
Full time
Job Purpose
You will take the day-to-day lead on all our business systems including Finance, HR, and Housing Management, working closely with the IT Team and key stakeholders from across the organisation to design, develop and maintain systems ensuring effective service delivery that meets our organisational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Day to day management of the association’s SQL database systems including monitoring, performance, backup and maintenance, report writing and fault remedy.
Lead on the design, scoping and development of data reporting through the use of Microsoft SSRS & SSIS.
Assist the IT Manager in the service delivery of business system data and analysis including advising on industry best practice, data security, integrity and optimising performance, and provide approval on database design functional specifications.
Accountable for the definition, design, implementation and continuous improvement of pro-active monitoring and alerting of thresholds in database efficiency and performance, and as required, undertaking remedial actions.
Control and monitor user access to the database, monitoring and optimising the performance of the database, planning for backup and recovery of database information, maintaining archived data, backing up and restoring databases and contacting database vendor for technical support.
Creating complex query definitions and data driven subscriptions that allow data to be extracted and communicated in a controlled and secure manner and guide technical colleagues as required on best practice/how to input and extract data.
Adhere to Data Architecture and Information Security controls thereby sustaining the security and integrity of the data.
Day to day management of the associations housing management and finance accounting system, and HR software ensuing optimal performance, application of updates/software fixes and maintenance of integration with other business systems.
Ensure that all information security requirements, including data protection, are met in accordance with the association’s policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
Ensure that health and safety requirements are met in accordance with the association’s policies, procedures and statutory requirements.
Diagnose, research and identify solutions with the support of the other IT members and third party software, hardware and network providers.
Provide second line helpdesk support to assist the IT team.
Develop and maintain administrative processes and systems with regard to the IT systems ensuring that records and documentation is accurately maintained.
Develop and maintain expertise in the Association’s software packages and applications.
Visit other Impact sites, as required, to provide IT support.
Provide support and training to staff in the use of Impact’s computer systems.
Participate in cross-functional working groups and reviews.
Develop and maintain an awareness of computer procedures throughout the Association.
Orlight
Victor Way, Colney Street, St Albans AL2 2FL, UK
Department: IT/Operations Reporting to: Group Operations Director Salary: £35-40k Hours: 08:00-17:30
Background and Orlight Statement:
Orlight was established in 1997 and is a long standing dominant force within the Architectural lighting market. We pride ourselves in adding value to our clients by providing unparalleled lighting products and services in a unique manner.
Our business model places us and subsequently our clients at an advantage, we are suppliers completely and one hundred percent in command of our supply chain. Quality, research and development, product innovation, testing and procurement is all down to us. No third parties involved throughout our manufacturing process means we are able to deliver higher quality products at reduced prices to our client base.
Our Values:
Professionalism
Quality
Teamwork
Accountability
Inclusion
Integrity
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head of IT to take full ownership for the groups IT Infrastructure with a strong technical background who can provide maintenance and oversight to our on premises and cloud based IT systems.
Main Responsibilities
Monitoring server performance
Providing regular patch management
Ensuring endpoint protection is applied to all devices
Ensuring software licensing laws are followed
Scheduling upgrades
Testing and modifying systems to ensure that that they operate reliably
Evaluating the functionality of systems
Providing secure network access for remote users
Designing maintenance procedures and putting them into operation
Training new staff
Assisting with internal upgrades
Ensuring systems meet with requirements set out by GDPR
Provide 2nd/3rd line technical support
Provides regular and accurate reporting on application and hardware status
Support the development of overall office continuity and disaster recovery plans, identify, recommend, develop, and document complete topology of network infrastructure ensuring all is up to date and current
Keep current on researching new technologies that may have future beneficial impact, particularly with regards to employee-related technology and solutions.
Ability to support users remotely as needed.
Security
Telephony Systems
PC & Laptop support and lifecycle management
User Access management
Remote access
Hardware Maintenance
Projects
Take Full ownership of system and user problems, responding in a timely manner.
Ensure all issues are documented and reported to Shareholder
Establish and maintain PC hardware and equipment standards.
Be able to work proactively and happy to work on an individual basis
Manage shareholder communication at all levels.
Keep current on researching new technologies that may have future beneficial impact, particularly with regards to employee-related technology and solutions.
Ability to support users remotely as needed.
Requirements
Knowledge of Microsoft Applications, SQL databases & Server 2012-2016
Previous experience within an IT role either internally or for an IT support/infrastructure organisation
IT qualifications such as MCSE\MCSA\CCNA
Excellent communication and people skills
Planning and problem-solving skills
SAN\NAS Storage
VMware & Hyper V
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Exchange\365
Microsoft SQL
Sage
ERP\CRM software
Backup technologies
Jun 10, 2019
Full time
Department: IT/Operations Reporting to: Group Operations Director Salary: £35-40k Hours: 08:00-17:30
Background and Orlight Statement:
Orlight was established in 1997 and is a long standing dominant force within the Architectural lighting market. We pride ourselves in adding value to our clients by providing unparalleled lighting products and services in a unique manner.
Our business model places us and subsequently our clients at an advantage, we are suppliers completely and one hundred percent in command of our supply chain. Quality, research and development, product innovation, testing and procurement is all down to us. No third parties involved throughout our manufacturing process means we are able to deliver higher quality products at reduced prices to our client base.
Our Values:
Professionalism
Quality
Teamwork
Accountability
Inclusion
Integrity
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head of IT to take full ownership for the groups IT Infrastructure with a strong technical background who can provide maintenance and oversight to our on premises and cloud based IT systems.
Main Responsibilities
Monitoring server performance
Providing regular patch management
Ensuring endpoint protection is applied to all devices
Ensuring software licensing laws are followed
Scheduling upgrades
Testing and modifying systems to ensure that that they operate reliably
Evaluating the functionality of systems
Providing secure network access for remote users
Designing maintenance procedures and putting them into operation
Training new staff
Assisting with internal upgrades
Ensuring systems meet with requirements set out by GDPR
Provide 2nd/3rd line technical support
Provides regular and accurate reporting on application and hardware status
Support the development of overall office continuity and disaster recovery plans, identify, recommend, develop, and document complete topology of network infrastructure ensuring all is up to date and current
Keep current on researching new technologies that may have future beneficial impact, particularly with regards to employee-related technology and solutions.
Ability to support users remotely as needed.
Security
Telephony Systems
PC & Laptop support and lifecycle management
User Access management
Remote access
Hardware Maintenance
Projects
Take Full ownership of system and user problems, responding in a timely manner.
Ensure all issues are documented and reported to Shareholder
Establish and maintain PC hardware and equipment standards.
Be able to work proactively and happy to work on an individual basis
Manage shareholder communication at all levels.
Keep current on researching new technologies that may have future beneficial impact, particularly with regards to employee-related technology and solutions.
Ability to support users remotely as needed.
Requirements
Knowledge of Microsoft Applications, SQL databases & Server 2012-2016
Previous experience within an IT role either internally or for an IT support/infrastructure organisation
IT qualifications such as MCSE\MCSA\CCNA
Excellent communication and people skills
Planning and problem-solving skills
SAN\NAS Storage
VMware & Hyper V
Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft Exchange\365
Microsoft SQL
Sage
ERP\CRM software
Backup technologies
Lead Developer
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
About us
Changing the world is no easy task. But in 1999 that’s exactly what Good Energy set out to do. Its purpose is to enable people, in their homes and their businesses to play an important role in protecting their world from climate change, by providing access to locally sourced renewable energy. Fast forward 18 years and the business is now a key player in the renewable energy space, helping shape national debate & policy and enjoying hard earned business success, trebling revenues over last 5 years.
The key to this success? Is the understanding that significant change can be achieved by individuals and businesses working together to make a difference at scale. “Together” has helped create a high performing team of over 325 passionate, skilled and motivated colleagues. “Together” has galvanised thousands of consumers, business customers and renewable suppliers.
As part of aligning IT & Digitals’ delivery, the department is looking to work ever closer with the non-IT departments to provide a transparency, focused and Customer Promise based delivery service to Good Energy; making Good Energy a Lean enterprise.
About the role
The purpose of the role will be to provide leadership to all developers, driving continuous improvement, introducing and embedding industry good practice and managing individual developers’ performance and professional development. Deliver development capability for critical workflows and act as the point of escalation for all development work.
Working with the Technical Architect to seek opportunities to introduce new technologies, it will own the direction and implementation of developer tooling and the practices roadmap (including, but not limited to CI/CD, test-driven development and choice of development stacks).
About you
You will be a proactive individual with significant technical experience and interest in participating and growing a high performing development team. Comfortable balancing own deliverables and leading direct reports operating in a matrix managed structure, you will have a strong understanding of Agile principles and implementations. A desire to continuously seek out improvements sourced from their own experience, suggestions from the developers or good practice from the broader software development industry.
A champion for growing a progressive, diverse and inclusive developer community. Participating in industry events to raise our profile.
Behaviours - Works in a way which role models our values:
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 futureholders.
In addition to a competitive salary we also offer a wide range of benefits. Our office in Chippenham is very accessible; we are just a two minute walk from Chippenham train station and within easy reach of surrounding towns and communities.
So if you’d like to be part of this multi award winning, innovative and fast growing ethical energy business, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter stating your experience and suitability for the role to jobs@goodenergy.co.uk .
By applying for a job at Good Energy, you agree that we’ll process your details for the purpose of applying for this vacancy. We’ll have access to your personal information from your application and other materials you submit in support of your application. We’ll retain your personal information on our own systems to facilitate the administration of the recruitment process and we’ll share your application with the relevant hiring manager. We won’t share your information for marketing purposes or with any third parties without your expressed consent (if we decide to perform a psychometric test we’ll require additional consent for being able to profile your personal information). We’ll retain your information if you’re unsuccessful for 6 months unless requested not to at which point your data will be deleted.
Closing date: Sunday 30th June 2019
Jun 04, 2019
Full time
Lead Developer
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
About us
Changing the world is no easy task. But in 1999 that’s exactly what Good Energy set out to do. Its purpose is to enable people, in their homes and their businesses to play an important role in protecting their world from climate change, by providing access to locally sourced renewable energy. Fast forward 18 years and the business is now a key player in the renewable energy space, helping shape national debate & policy and enjoying hard earned business success, trebling revenues over last 5 years.
The key to this success? Is the understanding that significant change can be achieved by individuals and businesses working together to make a difference at scale. “Together” has helped create a high performing team of over 325 passionate, skilled and motivated colleagues. “Together” has galvanised thousands of consumers, business customers and renewable suppliers.
As part of aligning IT & Digitals’ delivery, the department is looking to work ever closer with the non-IT departments to provide a transparency, focused and Customer Promise based delivery service to Good Energy; making Good Energy a Lean enterprise.
About the role
The purpose of the role will be to provide leadership to all developers, driving continuous improvement, introducing and embedding industry good practice and managing individual developers’ performance and professional development. Deliver development capability for critical workflows and act as the point of escalation for all development work.
Working with the Technical Architect to seek opportunities to introduce new technologies, it will own the direction and implementation of developer tooling and the practices roadmap (including, but not limited to CI/CD, test-driven development and choice of development stacks).
About you
You will be a proactive individual with significant technical experience and interest in participating and growing a high performing development team. Comfortable balancing own deliverables and leading direct reports operating in a matrix managed structure, you will have a strong understanding of Agile principles and implementations. A desire to continuously seek out improvements sourced from their own experience, suggestions from the developers or good practice from the broader software development industry.
A champion for growing a progressive, diverse and inclusive developer community. Participating in industry events to raise our profile.
Behaviours - Works in a way which role models our values:
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 futureholders.
In addition to a competitive salary we also offer a wide range of benefits. Our office in Chippenham is very accessible; we are just a two minute walk from Chippenham train station and within easy reach of surrounding towns and communities.
So if you’d like to be part of this multi award winning, innovative and fast growing ethical energy business, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter stating your experience and suitability for the role to jobs@goodenergy.co.uk .
By applying for a job at Good Energy, you agree that we’ll process your details for the purpose of applying for this vacancy. We’ll have access to your personal information from your application and other materials you submit in support of your application. We’ll retain your personal information on our own systems to facilitate the administration of the recruitment process and we’ll share your application with the relevant hiring manager. We won’t share your information for marketing purposes or with any third parties without your expressed consent (if we decide to perform a psychometric test we’ll require additional consent for being able to profile your personal information). We’ll retain your information if you’re unsuccessful for 6 months unless requested not to at which point your data will be deleted.
Closing date: Sunday 30th June 2019
Turley is looking for an ambitious and highly client focused IT Support Technician to join our team and be based in the Southampton office.
Are you looking to develop your career in a broad and challenging role where you can take on new responsibilities as you learn? Would you like to join a supportive team within a well-established, successful and employee-owned company?
If you have some experience within an IT role and good customer service skills, and are willing to learn and develop your skills and knowledge on the job, then this may be the right opportunity for you.
Turley is looking for an enthusiastic and highly client focused IT Support Technician to join our team and be based in the Southampton office. We are looking for a Support Technician who is able to work on their own initiative with a high degree of accuracy. Training will be provided in Turley systems as well as technical development. As an IT Support Technician you can expect to be involved in:
Answering and logging calls to the helpdesk, escalating issues for resolution when appropriate
Creating user accounts in Exchange and Active Directory
Supporting Cisco phone system and mobile telephony
Updating IT records and documentation
Configuration of IT equipment, laptop builds and updates
Ordering of software and equipment as required and liaising with suppliers
Asset management – recording details of equipment and software licences issued
Providing project support to the wider IT team
The ideal IT Support Technician will have experience of working within a small but busy IT team, and will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and a track record of delivering excellent client service.
This is a full time role, 35 hours per week. Some travel to all Turley offices will be required.
Turley is an employee-owned business and one of the largest planning consultancies in the UK. We offer a competitive salary, flexible benefits, pension, ownership dividend and performance related bonus.
If you think that Turley could be the right move for you, please follow the Apply Now link or apply in confidence to careers@turley.co.uk with details of your current salary.
No agency interest please.
The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment.
May 04, 2019
Full time
Turley is looking for an ambitious and highly client focused IT Support Technician to join our team and be based in the Southampton office.
Are you looking to develop your career in a broad and challenging role where you can take on new responsibilities as you learn? Would you like to join a supportive team within a well-established, successful and employee-owned company?
If you have some experience within an IT role and good customer service skills, and are willing to learn and develop your skills and knowledge on the job, then this may be the right opportunity for you.
Turley is looking for an enthusiastic and highly client focused IT Support Technician to join our team and be based in the Southampton office. We are looking for a Support Technician who is able to work on their own initiative with a high degree of accuracy. Training will be provided in Turley systems as well as technical development. As an IT Support Technician you can expect to be involved in:
Answering and logging calls to the helpdesk, escalating issues for resolution when appropriate
Creating user accounts in Exchange and Active Directory
Supporting Cisco phone system and mobile telephony
Updating IT records and documentation
Configuration of IT equipment, laptop builds and updates
Ordering of software and equipment as required and liaising with suppliers
Asset management – recording details of equipment and software licences issued
Providing project support to the wider IT team
The ideal IT Support Technician will have experience of working within a small but busy IT team, and will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and a track record of delivering excellent client service.
This is a full time role, 35 hours per week. Some travel to all Turley offices will be required.
Turley is an employee-owned business and one of the largest planning consultancies in the UK. We offer a competitive salary, flexible benefits, pension, ownership dividend and performance related bonus.
If you think that Turley could be the right move for you, please follow the Apply Now link or apply in confidence to careers@turley.co.uk with details of your current salary.
No agency interest please.
The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment.
We have an excellent opportunity for a reliable, self-motivated individual with a desire to learn, to join our Operations team as IT Assistant. The IT Assistant will be acting as the first point of contact for all IT queries, providing staff with training and IT support. In this role, you will be working to ensure staff have a well-functioning IT environment, working closely with the IT manager and other IT team members.
Role requirements
The successful candidate will be familiar with providing IT support in a professional, ideally not-for-profit, or legal environment.
The individual will need a professional and friendly manner and be able to establish good working relationships within the team and with colleagues throughout the organisation.
Highly organised, efficient and able to handle a number of competing priorities, the successful candidate will need to be proactive, experienced at trouble shooting and an analytical problem solver.
The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal skills in English, and will be committed to environmental issues.
Candidates are reminded to identify and specify how their skills and experience meet the essential competencies listed in the job description.
Further Information
The closing date is Friday 31 May at 23:59 but we may arrange interviews in the interim with suitable candidates.
ClientEarth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please note that ClientEarth will only be able to employ those who have the legal right to work in the country where this post is based.
May 03, 2019
Full time
We have an excellent opportunity for a reliable, self-motivated individual with a desire to learn, to join our Operations team as IT Assistant. The IT Assistant will be acting as the first point of contact for all IT queries, providing staff with training and IT support. In this role, you will be working to ensure staff have a well-functioning IT environment, working closely with the IT manager and other IT team members.
Role requirements
The successful candidate will be familiar with providing IT support in a professional, ideally not-for-profit, or legal environment.
The individual will need a professional and friendly manner and be able to establish good working relationships within the team and with colleagues throughout the organisation.
Highly organised, efficient and able to handle a number of competing priorities, the successful candidate will need to be proactive, experienced at trouble shooting and an analytical problem solver.
The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal skills in English, and will be committed to environmental issues.
Candidates are reminded to identify and specify how their skills and experience meet the essential competencies listed in the job description.
Further Information
The closing date is Friday 31 May at 23:59 but we may arrange interviews in the interim with suitable candidates.
ClientEarth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please note that ClientEarth will only be able to employ those who have the legal right to work in the country where this post is based.
The candidate needs to:
Have an eye for detail
Use initiative and common sense
Have excellent problem solving abilities
Be flexible and grow within a fast moving startup environment
Keep sight of the bigger picture such as:
UX considerations
Page load speed
Browser caching strategies
API payload optimization
Required skills:
ReactJS - minimum 2 years commercial experience in an e-commerce environment
HTML + CSS
Javascript
Zeplin
API integration
Page load efficiency optimization
Responsive design - mobile first
AWS
GIT
Bonus skills:
Visual Studio Code
SEO considerations
Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
Jira
C# .Net Core
Serverless architecture
Static Site Generation
Design patterns
May 02, 2019
Full time
The candidate needs to:
Have an eye for detail
Use initiative and common sense
Have excellent problem solving abilities
Be flexible and grow within a fast moving startup environment
Keep sight of the bigger picture such as:
UX considerations
Page load speed
Browser caching strategies
API payload optimization
Required skills:
ReactJS - minimum 2 years commercial experience in an e-commerce environment
HTML + CSS
Javascript
Zeplin
API integration
Page load efficiency optimization
Responsive design - mobile first
AWS
GIT
Bonus skills:
Visual Studio Code
SEO considerations
Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
Jira
C# .Net Core
Serverless architecture
Static Site Generation
Design patterns
Responsibilities:
To support the platform that was developed by a third party team.
To include issue resolution and user requests through investigation/analysis and subsequent code changes.
Understanding the data architecture within the business as it relates to data being fed into and out of Front Office and other applications. Be able to analyse and source data required for the whole system.
Testing of small enhancements developed by third party developers
Developing reports using Java
Working closely with the front office team through the development lifecycle, taking on small tasks as necessary, in order to fully understand the solution as it is being built.
Maintain our knowledge base of end user and technical guides for bespoke solutions. Ensure that the third party developers adequately document each solution that they release.
Communicate Solution progress to the manager on a regular basis and keep associated work tracking systems up to date.
Assist the teams with other initiatives as and when required
Skills Required:
A university degree with an IT focus, e.g. computer science.
Preferably 1 year industry experience. We would particularly favour individuals with experience of the foreign exchange industry.
A thorough understanding of the IT development life-cycle, development framework and methodologies and implementation
An understanding of data and systems architecture as it relates to front office.
Personal Attributes:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - both verbal and written.
Able to multi-task; work to tight deadlines and able to cope under pressure.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Strong problem solving ability/logical thinker and highly numerate.
Must be organised and able to prioritize duties and responsibilities.
A passion for change and a sense of real achievement based on delivery.
May 01, 2019
Full time
Responsibilities:
To support the platform that was developed by a third party team.
To include issue resolution and user requests through investigation/analysis and subsequent code changes.
Understanding the data architecture within the business as it relates to data being fed into and out of Front Office and other applications. Be able to analyse and source data required for the whole system.
Testing of small enhancements developed by third party developers
Developing reports using Java
Working closely with the front office team through the development lifecycle, taking on small tasks as necessary, in order to fully understand the solution as it is being built.
Maintain our knowledge base of end user and technical guides for bespoke solutions. Ensure that the third party developers adequately document each solution that they release.
Communicate Solution progress to the manager on a regular basis and keep associated work tracking systems up to date.
Assist the teams with other initiatives as and when required
Skills Required:
A university degree with an IT focus, e.g. computer science.
Preferably 1 year industry experience. We would particularly favour individuals with experience of the foreign exchange industry.
A thorough understanding of the IT development life-cycle, development framework and methodologies and implementation
An understanding of data and systems architecture as it relates to front office.
Personal Attributes:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - both verbal and written.
Able to multi-task; work to tight deadlines and able to cope under pressure.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Strong problem solving ability/logical thinker and highly numerate.
Must be organised and able to prioritize duties and responsibilities.
A passion for change and a sense of real achievement based on delivery.