Role Title: DevOps Engineer (SC Cleared) Duration: 12 Months Location: Bristol Rate: £570/d - Umbrella only Note : Applicants MUST hold active SC clearance Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Role purpose/summary Predominantly (but not exclusively) working on AWS Extensive use of Kubernetes and Docker, including Openshift Extensive experience of Gitlab/Github for source control Good understanding of CI/CD's role in delivering software is more important than specific tooling - given we're having to adapt traditional develop low/deploy high approaches to fit our classified integration and deployment needs Extensive experience of Linux, including Scripting, etc. Key Skills/requirements Experience of deploying to Azure Knowledge of classified working practices/risk appetite/policies in classified environment We're working across security domains, so any knowledge of cross domain solutions or air gapped is a plus AWS as initial hosting provider Containerised apps using Docker and Kubernetes Apache Jena Elastic PostGIS Kafka Apache NiFi AWS Cognito HTTP REST, GraphQL, SPARQL interfaces Web apps based on HTML/CSS/Javascript frameworks such as React All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications, we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
03/05/2024
Project-based
Role Title: DevOps Engineer (SC Cleared) Duration: 12 Months Location: Bristol Rate: £570/d - Umbrella only Note : Applicants MUST hold active SC clearance Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Role purpose/summary Predominantly (but not exclusively) working on AWS Extensive use of Kubernetes and Docker, including Openshift Extensive experience of Gitlab/Github for source control Good understanding of CI/CD's role in delivering software is more important than specific tooling - given we're having to adapt traditional develop low/deploy high approaches to fit our classified integration and deployment needs Extensive experience of Linux, including Scripting, etc. Key Skills/requirements Experience of deploying to Azure Knowledge of classified working practices/risk appetite/policies in classified environment We're working across security domains, so any knowledge of cross domain solutions or air gapped is a plus AWS as initial hosting provider Containerised apps using Docker and Kubernetes Apache Jena Elastic PostGIS Kafka Apache NiFi AWS Cognito HTTP REST, GraphQL, SPARQL interfaces Web apps based on HTML/CSS/Javascript frameworks such as React All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications, we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!
IT Project Manager Initial freelance contract until end of 2024 + extensions 100% remote possible Our client: Provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power Management, Interface, Security and Digital Processing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, identification, wireless infrastructure, lighting, industrial, mobile, consumer and computing applications. A global semiconductor company with operations in more than 45 countries, over 45.000 employees and a revenue of over $10 billion. Department: The department Generic IT Solutions is providing IT infrastructure Services and develops new advanced infrastructure services for our client. Services include IAAS, Connectivity & Telecom, Workplace and support, IAM, and collaboration. The operational services are provided by global external partners. On behalf of our client, the IT Infrastructure Solutions team develops solutions which include architecture, design, roadmap and infrastructure standards. The team is responsible for running IT improvement and innovation projects (eg SDDC, ), as well as globally service delivery management. Project/Job Summary: You will work on the Modern Workplace (Intune) and Linux projects and will be responsible for deploying the product into Production (enrolling new users, migrating existing ones, etc.). The definition of a Modern Workplace is an operational setup which has been professionally designed to meet both the physical and technological needs of both your business and its employees. A Modern Workplace drives company-wide business transformation by utilizing the latest Microsoft technology to power and streamline business operations and empower employees to do their best work around the clock. You will be part of a team managing the project through all phases of the product life cycle from definition to launch and as previously stated your responsibility will be for the deploy/launch phase You will work closely with a worldwide diverse group of engineers, vendors, and subcontractors. You will assist business managers and technical teams in overseeing adherence to established processes, scheduling, risk management, agendas, minutes, action item tracking and project reporting. Responsibilities: . Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their MDM/Linux needs and objectives. . Prepare weekly reports tracking project progress/stakeholder management. . Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets. . Conduct risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies. . Serve as the primary point of contact, maintaining communication to provide project updates and concerns. . Manage expectations and ensure alignment between project stakeholders, including internal teams, external vendors and users. . Monitor project progress against established timelines and budgets. . Identify and address issues and risks proactively, implement corrective actions. . Work on the Adoption and Change area in order to prepare and facilitate the rollout. . Rollout/Deploy mobile device management and Linux throughout the estate (7k+ devices) . Ability to work in an agile environment and leading an agile team . Proficient in activity and resource planning - Excellent time management skills - Effective organization and team motivation skills - Experience with Organizational Change mgmt. and Stakeholder mgmt. practices Preferred Skills: . SAFe PO/PM certified . Experience with device management tools is a plus . Experience with project scheduling tools such as MS Project . MBA or business acumen . Experience in ServiceNow ticket platforms . Experience with O365/ProPlus Soft skills: . Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal . Excellent leadership skills . Detailed oriented self-motivated individual who adapts well to change . Candidate must be able to adjust work schedule when required to support morning or evening calls
03/05/2024
Project-based
IT Project Manager Initial freelance contract until end of 2024 + extensions 100% remote possible Our client: Provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power Management, Interface, Security and Digital Processing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, identification, wireless infrastructure, lighting, industrial, mobile, consumer and computing applications. A global semiconductor company with operations in more than 45 countries, over 45.000 employees and a revenue of over $10 billion. Department: The department Generic IT Solutions is providing IT infrastructure Services and develops new advanced infrastructure services for our client. Services include IAAS, Connectivity & Telecom, Workplace and support, IAM, and collaboration. The operational services are provided by global external partners. On behalf of our client, the IT Infrastructure Solutions team develops solutions which include architecture, design, roadmap and infrastructure standards. The team is responsible for running IT improvement and innovation projects (eg SDDC, ), as well as globally service delivery management. Project/Job Summary: You will work on the Modern Workplace (Intune) and Linux projects and will be responsible for deploying the product into Production (enrolling new users, migrating existing ones, etc.). The definition of a Modern Workplace is an operational setup which has been professionally designed to meet both the physical and technological needs of both your business and its employees. A Modern Workplace drives company-wide business transformation by utilizing the latest Microsoft technology to power and streamline business operations and empower employees to do their best work around the clock. You will be part of a team managing the project through all phases of the product life cycle from definition to launch and as previously stated your responsibility will be for the deploy/launch phase You will work closely with a worldwide diverse group of engineers, vendors, and subcontractors. You will assist business managers and technical teams in overseeing adherence to established processes, scheduling, risk management, agendas, minutes, action item tracking and project reporting. Responsibilities: . Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their MDM/Linux needs and objectives. . Prepare weekly reports tracking project progress/stakeholder management. . Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets. . Conduct risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies. . Serve as the primary point of contact, maintaining communication to provide project updates and concerns. . Manage expectations and ensure alignment between project stakeholders, including internal teams, external vendors and users. . Monitor project progress against established timelines and budgets. . Identify and address issues and risks proactively, implement corrective actions. . Work on the Adoption and Change area in order to prepare and facilitate the rollout. . Rollout/Deploy mobile device management and Linux throughout the estate (7k+ devices) . Ability to work in an agile environment and leading an agile team . Proficient in activity and resource planning - Excellent time management skills - Effective organization and team motivation skills - Experience with Organizational Change mgmt. and Stakeholder mgmt. practices Preferred Skills: . SAFe PO/PM certified . Experience with device management tools is a plus . Experience with project scheduling tools such as MS Project . MBA or business acumen . Experience in ServiceNow ticket platforms . Experience with O365/ProPlus Soft skills: . Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal . Excellent leadership skills . Detailed oriented self-motivated individual who adapts well to change . Candidate must be able to adjust work schedule when required to support morning or evening calls
Linux Engineer - Ansible - Low Latency Trading Excellent opportunity for broadly skilled Linux Engineer with a passion for Ultra Low Latency systems Trading. The successful candidate will join a small, focussed team and build out the infrastructure for an institutional grade fully UK-regulated trading venue for digital assets. Role Provision of Exchange infrastructure, including server hardware, Linux OS and applications Second-line support of exchange infrastructure Provision of monitoring, management and alerting of Exchange infrastructure Provision of support to the Exchange Operations team to assist in daily exchange operations and resolving operational issues Working with the Security team to implement corporate security policies to ensure our IT environments adhere to internal and industry-standard policies and practices Propose and lead projects that improve our production environments Creation of technical documentation Contribution to Exchange design and architecture discussions Requirements No more than 7-10 years administering and deploying Debian and Redhat-based Linux solutions Practical exposure to Ansible, Puppet or similar configuration management tools Experience with configuring and managing resilient, low-latency environments is particularly welcome Experience with deployment and operations of virtualization platforms Exposure to configuring and extending the Zabbix monitoring platform or similar Familiarity with Firewall and VPN appliance management Demonstratable skills with orchestration and automation tools, including Scripting languages such as Bash/Shell, Perl, and Python Exposure to Redhat IdM or similar Identity Management platforms, including practical LDAP skills Self-starter and independent, able to work within a team. Detail-oriented with a structured approach to managing workload Capable of interacting with different teams throughout the organization and also with external clients to identify/resolve technical issues in a professional and effective manner Ability to write clear, concise and comprehensive documentation for processes and systems Practical experience with managing vendors and in proposing and evaluating new hardware and software solutions and their associated processes Strong command of spoken and written English Previous working experience in an Exchange or HFT environment Bank Banking Linux Engineer UNIX Engineer RHEL Redhat Red Hat Trading Investment Banking LSEG Financial Services Unix
03/05/2024
Full time
Linux Engineer - Ansible - Low Latency Trading Excellent opportunity for broadly skilled Linux Engineer with a passion for Ultra Low Latency systems Trading. The successful candidate will join a small, focussed team and build out the infrastructure for an institutional grade fully UK-regulated trading venue for digital assets. Role Provision of Exchange infrastructure, including server hardware, Linux OS and applications Second-line support of exchange infrastructure Provision of monitoring, management and alerting of Exchange infrastructure Provision of support to the Exchange Operations team to assist in daily exchange operations and resolving operational issues Working with the Security team to implement corporate security policies to ensure our IT environments adhere to internal and industry-standard policies and practices Propose and lead projects that improve our production environments Creation of technical documentation Contribution to Exchange design and architecture discussions Requirements No more than 7-10 years administering and deploying Debian and Redhat-based Linux solutions Practical exposure to Ansible, Puppet or similar configuration management tools Experience with configuring and managing resilient, low-latency environments is particularly welcome Experience with deployment and operations of virtualization platforms Exposure to configuring and extending the Zabbix monitoring platform or similar Familiarity with Firewall and VPN appliance management Demonstratable skills with orchestration and automation tools, including Scripting languages such as Bash/Shell, Perl, and Python Exposure to Redhat IdM or similar Identity Management platforms, including practical LDAP skills Self-starter and independent, able to work within a team. Detail-oriented with a structured approach to managing workload Capable of interacting with different teams throughout the organization and also with external clients to identify/resolve technical issues in a professional and effective manner Ability to write clear, concise and comprehensive documentation for processes and systems Practical experience with managing vendors and in proposing and evaluating new hardware and software solutions and their associated processes Strong command of spoken and written English Previous working experience in an Exchange or HFT environment Bank Banking Linux Engineer UNIX Engineer RHEL Redhat Red Hat Trading Investment Banking LSEG Financial Services Unix
Description: Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has worked with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to deliver value to our customers through effective application of digital thinking and technology change. Methods was acquired by ALTEN Plc (a French multi-national Engineering and IT company) in 2022. Our strategy is to deliver profitable, sustainable growth; expanding ALTEN's Enterprise IT Service capabilities in the UK for both public and private sector customers. Our TDSE (Technical Delivery and Software Engineering) portfolio is a key part of Methods' growth strategy, focusing on software and cloud engineering, consultancy, and technical architecture. Our aim is to deliver value by delivering high-quality solutions, built on a DevOps culture and continuous delivery principles to support digital, data and technology transformation. The business has grown rapidly (from startup in 2019 to just under £30m turnover in 2022-3) and targets profitable growth over the next 5 years as part of ALTEN's global expansion strategy. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet. We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share knowledge and solve problems. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022. Summary Methods is seeking a Senior Developer to join our growing software engineering team. As a Senior Developer at Methods you will be expected to work on client projects delivering high quality software. You will be expected to feed in to design decisions, help promote best working practices, carry out code reviews, take part in sprint ceremonies and be part of meetings with client stakeholders as required. Away from project work you will be given time for personal development and will be expected to keep improving existing skills and learning new technologies. You will also be asked at times to provide input into bids for new work. Responsibilities Designing and developing high-quality web applications Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scopes Implementing innovative solutions to meet project objectives and deliverables Working with Front End developers to integrate user interfaces with Back End functionalities Conducting code reviews and ensuring code quality and best practices Troubleshooting and debugging applications to identify and fix issues Sharing knowledge and providing support to other developers Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies Assisting with writing bids Requirements Extensive .NET C# Experience with NodeJS development Experience developing secure web services and RESTful APIs Experience with Front End technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Experience of software testing best practices (TDD, BDD) Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases Experience with continuous integration and deployment Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Additional This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of Have you lived in the UK for the last 5 years? Have you travelled outside of the UK for more than 28 days in the last 12 months? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Have you had any extended periods of travel over 3 months in the last 5 years? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Do you have dual nationality or any former nationalities? Are you willing to go through the vetting process for SC? This will be discussed with you at interview. This role is mainly home-based with occasional travel to the office. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect: Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment As well as this we offer: Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
02/05/2024
Full time
Description: Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has worked with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to deliver value to our customers through effective application of digital thinking and technology change. Methods was acquired by ALTEN Plc (a French multi-national Engineering and IT company) in 2022. Our strategy is to deliver profitable, sustainable growth; expanding ALTEN's Enterprise IT Service capabilities in the UK for both public and private sector customers. Our TDSE (Technical Delivery and Software Engineering) portfolio is a key part of Methods' growth strategy, focusing on software and cloud engineering, consultancy, and technical architecture. Our aim is to deliver value by delivering high-quality solutions, built on a DevOps culture and continuous delivery principles to support digital, data and technology transformation. The business has grown rapidly (from startup in 2019 to just under £30m turnover in 2022-3) and targets profitable growth over the next 5 years as part of ALTEN's global expansion strategy. Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet. We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share knowledge and solve problems. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio. Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022. Summary Methods is seeking a Senior Developer to join our growing software engineering team. As a Senior Developer at Methods you will be expected to work on client projects delivering high quality software. You will be expected to feed in to design decisions, help promote best working practices, carry out code reviews, take part in sprint ceremonies and be part of meetings with client stakeholders as required. Away from project work you will be given time for personal development and will be expected to keep improving existing skills and learning new technologies. You will also be asked at times to provide input into bids for new work. Responsibilities Designing and developing high-quality web applications Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scopes Implementing innovative solutions to meet project objectives and deliverables Working with Front End developers to integrate user interfaces with Back End functionalities Conducting code reviews and ensuring code quality and best practices Troubleshooting and debugging applications to identify and fix issues Sharing knowledge and providing support to other developers Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies Assisting with writing bids Requirements Extensive .NET C# Experience with NodeJS development Experience developing secure web services and RESTful APIs Experience with Front End technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Experience of software testing best practices (TDD, BDD) Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases Experience with continuous integration and deployment Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Additional This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of Have you lived in the UK for the last 5 years? Have you travelled outside of the UK for more than 28 days in the last 12 months? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Have you had any extended periods of travel over 3 months in the last 5 years? If yes, please ask for further details: Dates, location, reason for travel Do you have dual nationality or any former nationalities? Are you willing to go through the vetting process for SC? This will be discussed with you at interview. This role is mainly home-based with occasional travel to the office. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect: Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment As well as this we offer: Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website.