You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
03/05/2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Robert Half have partnered exclusively with an established regulated Financial Services business in the Bristol as they look to hire an innovative IT Director to support their continued growth. Key Deliverables: Oversee IT operations and supervise systems and IT staff Develop strategy as it relates to the organisation's IT infrastructure (computer and information systems, security, communication systems). Consult senior-level stakeholders across the entire organisation to identify business and technology needs and to optimise the use of information technology Ensure smooth delivery and operation of IT services by monitoring systems performance Manage the deployment, development, monitoring, maintenance, upgrading and support of the organisations IT systems. This will include operating systems, Servers, PCs, software apps, telephones, and peripherals. Oversee the development and enhancement of systems and integration of new systems with those existing. Develop reliable metrics for hardware, software and storage while ensuring strategic capacity planning. Identify security vulnerabilities and eliminate them with strategic solutions that increase data security in-line with ISO 27001/SOX Create processes and standards for selection, implementation, and support of systems Manage IT staff, with responsibility for employing, evaluation, training, guidance, disciplinary procedures, and dismissals. Developing standard operating procedures allied to best practice, and ensuring written protocols and guidelines are provided for IT staff and end users Ensure written documentation is created and maintained, to include user and system manuals, licence agreements and all documentation relating to modifications and upgrades Keeping up to date with the most recent technologies and advise on what new technological solutions and their implementation will meet business and systems requirements Negotiate with suppliers of hardware and software to get the best deal, including external support, and being responsible for contracting consultants and making service agreements Understand and compliantly work within regulation such as the Data Protection Act Ensure personal training and competency requirements are in line and up to date with company policy Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, Code of Conduct, and Information Security. Critical Competencies: You will have previously maintained a similar position as Head of IT/IT Director in a medium sized organisation where you have been responsible for applications through to infrastructure and service management through to change You will be commercially focused and have a passion for how technology and data can drive value, growth, and good customer experience. Translating business strategy into technical strategy and subsequent successful delivery Extensive experience of delivering technology/digital change with a good working knowledge of Agile/Scrum project management and change approaches. Aware of cybersecurity best practice and standards needed to protect data, the organisation and their clients. Desirable Skills and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Programming, Computer Science, or related 6+ years' management experience in an IT environment At least three years previous experience of Board level A good working knowledge of ISO 27001/SOX Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with teams across the entire Excellent leadership and decision-making Proven success working in a fast-paced, high-growth Keen business sense, with the ability to find creative business-oriented solutions to problems A good understanding of FCA regulations with a particular focus on General Insurance and Consumer Salary/Package £90,000 - £100,000 per annum Hybrid working - 2-3 days on site Company bonus scheme 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service to 30 days) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website:
03/05/2024
Full time
Robert Half have partnered exclusively with an established regulated Financial Services business in the Bristol as they look to hire an innovative IT Director to support their continued growth. Key Deliverables: Oversee IT operations and supervise systems and IT staff Develop strategy as it relates to the organisation's IT infrastructure (computer and information systems, security, communication systems). Consult senior-level stakeholders across the entire organisation to identify business and technology needs and to optimise the use of information technology Ensure smooth delivery and operation of IT services by monitoring systems performance Manage the deployment, development, monitoring, maintenance, upgrading and support of the organisations IT systems. This will include operating systems, Servers, PCs, software apps, telephones, and peripherals. Oversee the development and enhancement of systems and integration of new systems with those existing. Develop reliable metrics for hardware, software and storage while ensuring strategic capacity planning. Identify security vulnerabilities and eliminate them with strategic solutions that increase data security in-line with ISO 27001/SOX Create processes and standards for selection, implementation, and support of systems Manage IT staff, with responsibility for employing, evaluation, training, guidance, disciplinary procedures, and dismissals. Developing standard operating procedures allied to best practice, and ensuring written protocols and guidelines are provided for IT staff and end users Ensure written documentation is created and maintained, to include user and system manuals, licence agreements and all documentation relating to modifications and upgrades Keeping up to date with the most recent technologies and advise on what new technological solutions and their implementation will meet business and systems requirements Negotiate with suppliers of hardware and software to get the best deal, including external support, and being responsible for contracting consultants and making service agreements Understand and compliantly work within regulation such as the Data Protection Act Ensure personal training and competency requirements are in line and up to date with company policy Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, Code of Conduct, and Information Security. Critical Competencies: You will have previously maintained a similar position as Head of IT/IT Director in a medium sized organisation where you have been responsible for applications through to infrastructure and service management through to change You will be commercially focused and have a passion for how technology and data can drive value, growth, and good customer experience. Translating business strategy into technical strategy and subsequent successful delivery Extensive experience of delivering technology/digital change with a good working knowledge of Agile/Scrum project management and change approaches. Aware of cybersecurity best practice and standards needed to protect data, the organisation and their clients. Desirable Skills and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Programming, Computer Science, or related 6+ years' management experience in an IT environment At least three years previous experience of Board level A good working knowledge of ISO 27001/SOX Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with teams across the entire Excellent leadership and decision-making Proven success working in a fast-paced, high-growth Keen business sense, with the ability to find creative business-oriented solutions to problems A good understanding of FCA regulations with a particular focus on General Insurance and Consumer Salary/Package £90,000 - £100,000 per annum Hybrid working - 2-3 days on site Company bonus scheme 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service to 30 days) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website:
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
03/05/2024
Full time
You might have thought that as "Technology Partner of the Year 2023" our dev team would now be cruising along enjoying all the glory and mentally living on a deserted beach somewhere but you'd be wrong. Yes, we are all incredibly proud of our achievements, BUT we're insanely ambitious, full of new ideas, and we're ONLY JUST getting started. We want YOU to come and lead us and to help us to innovate faster & smarter. Are you ready for your next mission? If so, we'd love to hear from you Role Info: Software Development Director (Exec Team Seat) Remote Working with Ellesmere Port Office-Based Minimum 1 Day Per Week £120,000 - £140,000 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Operational Hours 8am - 7pm. Occasional Saturday work required. Reporting to: CEO Team Size: 12 Devs (UK Based) 4 QAs - (You will hire more!) Company: Leading Provider on HR Tech, Consulting and Advice Pedigree: British HR Awards - Technology Partner of the Year 2023 Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury's, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background/Skills: Team Leadership, Software Project Delivery, Software, Automation Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Cloud Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Building Software Products, B2B SaaS, People/HR Tech. About us: We are the UK's leading provider of Award-Winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help build a positive culture where people can give their best to drive business success. We do this by taking the complexity out of the HR experience, making it simple, easy to access and agile. By combining cloud technology, data insight and expert guidance, we help our clients empower their leaders, engage their people and drive efficiency. We're not just another tech company or consulting business pretending to understand HR. We do know HR; we live and breathe it. Our Tech: Our award-winning employee relations case management system, empower®, is designed to transform how HR leaders and line managers manage people matters. Supported by HR experts and robust HR analytics, we simplify employee relations case management, enabling organisations to drive a positive culture, improve employee experiences, and empower HR leaders to drive an agile, thriving business. Empower® is a SaaS cloud platform that enables managers to own 90% of people matters and delivers 8 digit Annual Recurring Revenue. This is what leading retailer Iceland has to say: "It's so intuitive. It's built around how HR advice is actually provided. We're not fitting around the software; the software fits around us". Do you have experience leading software development teams? We are seeking a passionate and experienced leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Development Director for our empower® SaaS platform. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving the development and delivery of our market-leading platform, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of our clients and delivers exceptional value. Where you'll add value: + Recruit, build and lead a high-performing team of developers and QA engineers + Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with the development team + Define and execute the development roadmap for the empower® platform, aligned with product strategy and business objectives + Oversee the development life cycle, from technical design to development, testing, and deployment + Implement and maintain best practices for software development, including Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and code quality assurance + Champion automated testing practices and tools, driving efficiency and improving software quality + Partner closely with the Product Management function to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements + Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance the empower® platform + Contribute to the overall strategic direction of AdviserPlus, providing technical expertise and insights to the Executive Leadership Team About you: + Minimum 5 years' experience leading development teams in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget + Strong understanding of software development life cycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) + Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure, is a significant advantage + Expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools is a bonus + Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills + Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions + Passion for building high-quality, innovative software products What's on Offer: + Life assurance + Pension + Holiday purchase scheme + Volunteering days + Long service awards + Contribution towards professional qualifications + Contribution towards membership fees + Employee assistance programme + Health cashback plan + And more . Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
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
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
02/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
*We are unable to sponsor for this role* *At the minimum year-long contract* A prestigious company is on the search for a Data Quality Test Engineer. The Test Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of new features as well as improvement of existing functionality for data architecture projects. This includes Integration testing, Customer Data Quality testing, Data verification testing, Regression testing etc. Responsibilities Review business requirements, functional specifications, use cases, design, and architecture documents to create effective, value-add test plans. Identify and close gaps, by assisting in QA discovery or analysis of a built or process, in order to facilitate requirements refinements. Identify issues in data, application configurations and screen designs, report and oversee issue resolution. Plan and execute Manual, Functional, and Regression test suite. Independently develop, modify, and execute test plans based on requirements and design documents. Identify, report and track defects and User Experience issues through a system of record. Collaborate with external teams on root cause analysis. Ensuring proper traceability from requirements to test artifacts. Actively participate in requirements and code reviews. Actively participate and drive improvements in Agile Scrum delivery. Be a thought leader in the test design and execution arena (manual and automated). Creation and input of test data, either manually or by using tools, programs, or masked production data to execute test cases. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related area. At least 3-5 years of testing experience in data or ETL projects. Strong experience with writing queries in relational databases like Oracle and SQL server. Familiar with SQL server queries including calling stored procedures by passing parameters, functions, views, and indexes to be used during ETL process. Possess extensive and in-depth knowledge of developing SQL scripts using SQL functions, grouping operations, sub queries, analytical function and joins to test ETL projects. ETL testing using SQL server Integration Services (SSIS) and SSRS. Experience in testing database applications to validate source to destination data movement and transformation. Knowledge of automated data testing is preferred. Hands-on experience in Planning and Manual test execution. Experience in Regression Test Strategies, Regression suite maintenance and execution. Hands-on experience with Jira, ALM, TFS/ADO or similar systems of record. Hands-on experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
02/05/2024
Project-based
*We are unable to sponsor for this role* *At the minimum year-long contract* A prestigious company is on the search for a Data Quality Test Engineer. The Test Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of new features as well as improvement of existing functionality for data architecture projects. This includes Integration testing, Customer Data Quality testing, Data verification testing, Regression testing etc. Responsibilities Review business requirements, functional specifications, use cases, design, and architecture documents to create effective, value-add test plans. Identify and close gaps, by assisting in QA discovery or analysis of a built or process, in order to facilitate requirements refinements. Identify issues in data, application configurations and screen designs, report and oversee issue resolution. Plan and execute Manual, Functional, and Regression test suite. Independently develop, modify, and execute test plans based on requirements and design documents. Identify, report and track defects and User Experience issues through a system of record. Collaborate with external teams on root cause analysis. Ensuring proper traceability from requirements to test artifacts. Actively participate in requirements and code reviews. Actively participate and drive improvements in Agile Scrum delivery. Be a thought leader in the test design and execution arena (manual and automated). Creation and input of test data, either manually or by using tools, programs, or masked production data to execute test cases. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related area. At least 3-5 years of testing experience in data or ETL projects. Strong experience with writing queries in relational databases like Oracle and SQL server. Familiar with SQL server queries including calling stored procedures by passing parameters, functions, views, and indexes to be used during ETL process. Possess extensive and in-depth knowledge of developing SQL scripts using SQL functions, grouping operations, sub queries, analytical function and joins to test ETL projects. ETL testing using SQL server Integration Services (SSIS) and SSRS. Experience in testing database applications to validate source to destination data movement and transformation. Knowledge of automated data testing is preferred. Hands-on experience in Planning and Manual test execution. Experience in Regression Test Strategies, Regression suite maintenance and execution. Hands-on experience with Jira, ALM, TFS/ADO or similar systems of record. Hands-on experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Manager of Enterprise Quality Assurance. Candidate will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Responsibilities: Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent experience. 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail where needed. Clearly expresses verbal and written ideas. Understands, interprets and evaluates messages. Collaborates effectively. Conducts him/herself with utmost integrity at all times. Reports unethical conduct as required. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Builds and maintains positive and supportive relationships across all departments and offices. Resolves conflict constructively. Establishes an environment of trust to promote knowledge sharing and group participation. Effectively resolves conflicts. Technologies: Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
01/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Manager of Enterprise Quality Assurance. Candidate will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Responsibilities: Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent experience. 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Good written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail where needed. Clearly expresses verbal and written ideas. Understands, interprets and evaluates messages. Collaborates effectively. Conducts him/herself with utmost integrity at all times. Reports unethical conduct as required. Encourages fiscal responsibility and maintains confidentiality. Builds and maintains positive and supportive relationships across all departments and offices. Resolves conflict constructively. Establishes an environment of trust to promote knowledge sharing and group participation. Effectively resolves conflicts. Technologies: Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
*Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Senior Appian Developer. Candidate will be responsible for design; development, testing and implementation of process-centric business process management solutions based on Appian, and other automation software. Work with users and analysts to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Prior development experience in Appian and knowledge of the platform is preferred. Responsibilities: Identifying new process opportunities and accurately analysing and estimating new processes, quickly assessing feasibility. Analyzing, understanding and documenting the business processes in detail where required. Designing process automation solutions in accordance with standard design principles and conventions. Configuring new processes and objects using core workflow principles that are efficient, well structured, maintainable and easy to understand. Creating and maintaining solution documentation. Supporting existing processes and implementing change requirements as part of a structured change control process. Problem solving issues that arise in day to day running of processes and providing timely responses and solutions as required. Following Agile methodology for solution delivery. Working and coordinating with all team members to address customer requests. Qualifications : Excellent knowledge of system implementations along with basic understanding of key concepts related to Software Development Life Cycle Knowledge and ability to create technical solutions for process automations Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Understanding of Agile methodologies including Scrum Experience in root cause analysis skills Ability to apply analytical thinking to develop and test scripts for technical solutions Ability to plan/manage/prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of users and leadership Technical Skills: Appian development or another BPM/intelligent automation technology (preferred) Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript and UI/UX design (preferred) Agile methodologies including Scrum (preferred) Education and/or Experience: Business or technology related bachelors degree Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Experience with Agile methodologies (preferred) Process design and process improvement experience (preferred)
01/05/2024
Full time
*Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Senior Appian Developer. Candidate will be responsible for design; development, testing and implementation of process-centric business process management solutions based on Appian, and other automation software. Work with users and analysts to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Prior development experience in Appian and knowledge of the platform is preferred. Responsibilities: Identifying new process opportunities and accurately analysing and estimating new processes, quickly assessing feasibility. Analyzing, understanding and documenting the business processes in detail where required. Designing process automation solutions in accordance with standard design principles and conventions. Configuring new processes and objects using core workflow principles that are efficient, well structured, maintainable and easy to understand. Creating and maintaining solution documentation. Supporting existing processes and implementing change requirements as part of a structured change control process. Problem solving issues that arise in day to day running of processes and providing timely responses and solutions as required. Following Agile methodology for solution delivery. Working and coordinating with all team members to address customer requests. Qualifications : Excellent knowledge of system implementations along with basic understanding of key concepts related to Software Development Life Cycle Knowledge and ability to create technical solutions for process automations Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Understanding of Agile methodologies including Scrum Experience in root cause analysis skills Ability to apply analytical thinking to develop and test scripts for technical solutions Ability to plan/manage/prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of users and leadership Technical Skills: Appian development or another BPM/intelligent automation technology (preferred) Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript and UI/UX design (preferred) Agile methodologies including Scrum (preferred) Education and/or Experience: Business or technology related bachelors degree Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Experience with Agile methodologies (preferred) Process design and process improvement experience (preferred)
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
01/05/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Principal Data Architect with Kafka and Data Lakes experience. Candidate will be responsible for data architecture and design to support all IT areas of the business. This role will establish standards, coordinate solution design with subject matter owners, document and design solutions and ensure strategic goals are met at the operational level. The role will be a primary contributor to the Joint Technology Strategy and oversee and conduct evaluations of technology and process during proofs-of-concept/value. Responsibilities: Design the data architecture of organization to support data driven vision Create design and blueprint of the data capabilities for the organization within the data framework Analyze structural requirements for new solutions and applications Optimize new and current database systems Responsible for requirements-based analysis and selection of data tools Responsible for setting up and enforcement of Data Modeling standards Responsible for creating logical and conceptual data models Ensure that data architecture principles are adhered to across the enterprise Assist in building data taxonomy and aligning it with business processes Work with Data Governance, IT, and data stewards on design of the strategic solution to data quality issues Advises team of IT technology standards requirements, methodologies, and processes. Drives short and long term architecture strategy for the overall IT project portfolio for key business segments. Responsible for comprehensive infrastructure designs including all aspects of IT. Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy. Communicates and validates program architecture with infrastructure, project management and technology services teams. Conducts end to end technical plan design. Develop enterprise standards to ensure compatibility and integration of platforms in a multi-vendor platform environment. Design and develop infrastructure and solution documentation and blueprints. Responsible for impact analysis and design modifications of existing systems to support new solutions and integrations. Develops specifications for solutions integrations. Maintain documentation library on standard procedures and approved solution configurations. Communicate and coordinate between IT, Application Development, Operations, and Management. Uses traditional and Agile project/product approaches to execute projects and achieve business outcomes. Drive business results through process and informal leadership. Qualifications: Experience in design of data lake/warehouse solutions, preferably in the cloud Experience in schema design for relational and non-relational data and messaging protocols Experience in design of data science and data analytics solutions [Required] Ability to prioritize critical versus non-critical issues and communicate effectively to management. [Required] Proven ability to contribute consistently and positively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment. [Required] Proven ability to facilitate project alignment between business and technical teams. [Required] Demonstrated ability to dig beyond the surface to uncover root causes and offer solutions that could deliver effective and efficient outcomes. [Required] Experience operating in a collaborative environment to solve cross-functional problems. [Required] Self-directed and detail oriented. [Required] Highly effective organization and planning skills. Technical Skills: Experience with Kafka and Protocol Buffers Expertise in both SQL and No SQL databases Expertise with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI etc) Expertise with federated query tools such as Presto/Trino Experience with data lake file formats such as Avro, Parquet, ORC [Required] Experience in extracting and developing technical requirements from business goals and needs. [Required] Experience in solution integration and operability. [Required] Experience working with Infrastructure Technologies and Teams. [Required] Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) [Required] Experience using Service-now or similar [Required] 10+ years of progressive experience leading to a Senior-level Data Architect, Data Engineer, DBA, consultant, technical lead [Preferred] Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field [Preferred] Process improvement certifications such as Lean/Six Sigma [Preferred] IT service or process management certifications such as ITIL or ITAM
01/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Principal Data Architect with Kafka and Data Lakes experience. Candidate will be responsible for data architecture and design to support all IT areas of the business. This role will establish standards, coordinate solution design with subject matter owners, document and design solutions and ensure strategic goals are met at the operational level. The role will be a primary contributor to the Joint Technology Strategy and oversee and conduct evaluations of technology and process during proofs-of-concept/value. Responsibilities: Design the data architecture of organization to support data driven vision Create design and blueprint of the data capabilities for the organization within the data framework Analyze structural requirements for new solutions and applications Optimize new and current database systems Responsible for requirements-based analysis and selection of data tools Responsible for setting up and enforcement of Data Modeling standards Responsible for creating logical and conceptual data models Ensure that data architecture principles are adhered to across the enterprise Assist in building data taxonomy and aligning it with business processes Work with Data Governance, IT, and data stewards on design of the strategic solution to data quality issues Advises team of IT technology standards requirements, methodologies, and processes. Drives short and long term architecture strategy for the overall IT project portfolio for key business segments. Responsible for comprehensive infrastructure designs including all aspects of IT. Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy. Communicates and validates program architecture with infrastructure, project management and technology services teams. Conducts end to end technical plan design. Develop enterprise standards to ensure compatibility and integration of platforms in a multi-vendor platform environment. Design and develop infrastructure and solution documentation and blueprints. Responsible for impact analysis and design modifications of existing systems to support new solutions and integrations. Develops specifications for solutions integrations. Maintain documentation library on standard procedures and approved solution configurations. Communicate and coordinate between IT, Application Development, Operations, and Management. Uses traditional and Agile project/product approaches to execute projects and achieve business outcomes. Drive business results through process and informal leadership. Qualifications: Experience in design of data lake/warehouse solutions, preferably in the cloud Experience in schema design for relational and non-relational data and messaging protocols Experience in design of data science and data analytics solutions [Required] Ability to prioritize critical versus non-critical issues and communicate effectively to management. [Required] Proven ability to contribute consistently and positively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment. [Required] Proven ability to facilitate project alignment between business and technical teams. [Required] Demonstrated ability to dig beyond the surface to uncover root causes and offer solutions that could deliver effective and efficient outcomes. [Required] Experience operating in a collaborative environment to solve cross-functional problems. [Required] Self-directed and detail oriented. [Required] Highly effective organization and planning skills. Technical Skills: Experience with Kafka and Protocol Buffers Expertise in both SQL and No SQL databases Expertise with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI etc) Expertise with federated query tools such as Presto/Trino Experience with data lake file formats such as Avro, Parquet, ORC [Required] Experience in extracting and developing technical requirements from business goals and needs. [Required] Experience in solution integration and operability. [Required] Experience working with Infrastructure Technologies and Teams. [Required] Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) [Required] Experience using Service-now or similar [Required] 10+ years of progressive experience leading to a Senior-level Data Architect, Data Engineer, DBA, consultant, technical lead [Preferred] Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field [Preferred] Process improvement certifications such as Lean/Six Sigma [Preferred] IT service or process management certifications such as ITIL or ITAM
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Principal Data Architect with Kafka and Data Lakes experience. Candidate will be responsible for data architecture and design to support all IT areas of the business. This role will establish standards, coordinate solution design with subject matter owners, document and design solutions and ensure strategic goals are met at the operational level. The role will be a primary contributor to the Joint Technology Strategy and oversee and conduct evaluations of technology and process during proofs-of-concept/value. Responsibilities: Design the data architecture of organization to support data driven vision Create design and blueprint of the data capabilities for the organization within the data framework Analyze structural requirements for new solutions and applications Optimize new and current database systems Responsible for requirements-based analysis and selection of data tools Responsible for setting up and enforcement of Data Modeling standards Responsible for creating logical and conceptual data models Ensure that data architecture principles are adhered to across the enterprise Assist in building data taxonomy and aligning it with business processes Work with Data Governance, IT, and data stewards on design of the strategic solution to data quality issues Advises team of IT technology standards requirements, methodologies, and processes. Drives short and long term architecture strategy for the overall IT project portfolio for key business segments. Responsible for comprehensive infrastructure designs including all aspects of IT. Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy. Communicates and validates program architecture with infrastructure, project management and technology services teams. Conducts end to end technical plan design. Develop enterprise standards to ensure compatibility and integration of platforms in a multi-vendor platform environment. Design and develop infrastructure and solution documentation and blueprints. Responsible for impact analysis and design modifications of existing systems to support new solutions and integrations. Develops specifications for solutions integrations. Maintain documentation library on standard procedures and approved solution configurations. Communicate and coordinate between IT, Application Development, Operations, and Management. Uses traditional and Agile project/product approaches to execute projects and achieve business outcomes. Drive business results through process and informal leadership. Qualifications: Experience in design of data lake/warehouse solutions, preferably in the cloud Experience in schema design for relational and non-relational data and messaging protocols Experience in design of data science and data analytics solutions [Required] Ability to prioritize critical versus non-critical issues and communicate effectively to management. [Required] Proven ability to contribute consistently and positively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment. [Required] Proven ability to facilitate project alignment between business and technical teams. [Required] Demonstrated ability to dig beyond the surface to uncover root causes and offer solutions that could deliver effective and efficient outcomes. [Required] Experience operating in a collaborative environment to solve cross-functional problems. [Required] Self-directed and detail oriented. [Required] Highly effective organization and planning skills. Technical Skills: Experience with Kafka and Protocol Buffers Expertise in both SQL and No SQL databases Expertise with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI etc) Expertise with federated query tools such as Presto/Trino Experience with data lake file formats such as Avro, Parquet, ORC [Required] Experience in extracting and developing technical requirements from business goals and needs. [Required] Experience in solution integration and operability. [Required] Experience working with Infrastructure Technologies and Teams. [Required] Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) [Required] Experience using Service-now or similar [Required] 10+ years of progressive experience leading to a Senior-level Data Architect, Data Engineer, DBA, consultant, technical lead [Preferred] Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field [Preferred] Process improvement certifications such as Lean/Six Sigma [Preferred] IT service or process management certifications such as ITIL or ITAM
01/05/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Principal Data Architect with Kafka and Data Lakes experience. Candidate will be responsible for data architecture and design to support all IT areas of the business. This role will establish standards, coordinate solution design with subject matter owners, document and design solutions and ensure strategic goals are met at the operational level. The role will be a primary contributor to the Joint Technology Strategy and oversee and conduct evaluations of technology and process during proofs-of-concept/value. Responsibilities: Design the data architecture of organization to support data driven vision Create design and blueprint of the data capabilities for the organization within the data framework Analyze structural requirements for new solutions and applications Optimize new and current database systems Responsible for requirements-based analysis and selection of data tools Responsible for setting up and enforcement of Data Modeling standards Responsible for creating logical and conceptual data models Ensure that data architecture principles are adhered to across the enterprise Assist in building data taxonomy and aligning it with business processes Work with Data Governance, IT, and data stewards on design of the strategic solution to data quality issues Advises team of IT technology standards requirements, methodologies, and processes. Drives short and long term architecture strategy for the overall IT project portfolio for key business segments. Responsible for comprehensive infrastructure designs including all aspects of IT. Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy. Communicates and validates program architecture with infrastructure, project management and technology services teams. Conducts end to end technical plan design. Develop enterprise standards to ensure compatibility and integration of platforms in a multi-vendor platform environment. Design and develop infrastructure and solution documentation and blueprints. Responsible for impact analysis and design modifications of existing systems to support new solutions and integrations. Develops specifications for solutions integrations. Maintain documentation library on standard procedures and approved solution configurations. Communicate and coordinate between IT, Application Development, Operations, and Management. Uses traditional and Agile project/product approaches to execute projects and achieve business outcomes. Drive business results through process and informal leadership. Qualifications: Experience in design of data lake/warehouse solutions, preferably in the cloud Experience in schema design for relational and non-relational data and messaging protocols Experience in design of data science and data analytics solutions [Required] Ability to prioritize critical versus non-critical issues and communicate effectively to management. [Required] Proven ability to contribute consistently and positively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment. [Required] Proven ability to facilitate project alignment between business and technical teams. [Required] Demonstrated ability to dig beyond the surface to uncover root causes and offer solutions that could deliver effective and efficient outcomes. [Required] Experience operating in a collaborative environment to solve cross-functional problems. [Required] Self-directed and detail oriented. [Required] Highly effective organization and planning skills. Technical Skills: Experience with Kafka and Protocol Buffers Expertise in both SQL and No SQL databases Expertise with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI etc) Expertise with federated query tools such as Presto/Trino Experience with data lake file formats such as Avro, Parquet, ORC [Required] Experience in extracting and developing technical requirements from business goals and needs. [Required] Experience in solution integration and operability. [Required] Experience working with Infrastructure Technologies and Teams. [Required] Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) [Required] Experience using Service-now or similar [Required] 10+ years of progressive experience leading to a Senior-level Data Architect, Data Engineer, DBA, consultant, technical lead [Preferred] Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field [Preferred] Process improvement certifications such as Lean/Six Sigma [Preferred] IT service or process management certifications such as ITIL or ITAM
TurleyWay: Senior Technology Recruitment
City, London
Are you an experienced financial services technology professional looking for an exciting new challenge? Can you demonstrate a track record of delivering technology solutions across structured products and derivatives including exotics? Would you like to play a pivotal role building the technology function for a rapidly expanding financial trading business based in London? Do you have extensive experience working as part of the senior leadership team and driving the delivery of best in class technology solutions. This is a newly created position in line with rapid business expansion that offers an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play key role in growth of this high profile business. As the successful applicant you will work in partnership with the senior leadership team to define the requirements of the technology delivery, building out both development and support functions. Defining best in class standards ensuring that technology delivery meets the priorities of the business. A selection of your key duties will be to provide and support strategic technological direction and right-size the technology footprint for and effective service. Retain alignment to the core Technology Strategy whilst innovating new solutions, ensuring the business is always one step ahead of the competition. You will contribute to the technical direction of the department, research new concepts and technologies and evaluate third party products and tools, creating epics that capture business deliverables with an agreed set of acceptance criteria. Ensure delivered infrastructure and systems are of production quality and adequately documented for handover to the business and/or support functions. To be considered you will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of structured products and Cross Asset Derivatives (Equity, Commodity, FX, Rates, Credit). Knowledge of vendor systems used within the Structured Product Trade Lifecycle, ideally Sophis. You will have extensive vendor management experience - including delivery of large, vendor centric projects, and product development experience in an agile environment. Naturally delivery focussed, with entrepreneurial and leadership skills, comfortable taking responsibility and resilient in fast paced working environment. Knowledge of the full trade life cycle would very beneficial. In return we offer a competitive base salary, bonus and benefits, hybrid working in line with business requirements and exceptional career progression.
01/05/2024
Full time
Are you an experienced financial services technology professional looking for an exciting new challenge? Can you demonstrate a track record of delivering technology solutions across structured products and derivatives including exotics? Would you like to play a pivotal role building the technology function for a rapidly expanding financial trading business based in London? Do you have extensive experience working as part of the senior leadership team and driving the delivery of best in class technology solutions. This is a newly created position in line with rapid business expansion that offers an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play key role in growth of this high profile business. As the successful applicant you will work in partnership with the senior leadership team to define the requirements of the technology delivery, building out both development and support functions. Defining best in class standards ensuring that technology delivery meets the priorities of the business. A selection of your key duties will be to provide and support strategic technological direction and right-size the technology footprint for and effective service. Retain alignment to the core Technology Strategy whilst innovating new solutions, ensuring the business is always one step ahead of the competition. You will contribute to the technical direction of the department, research new concepts and technologies and evaluate third party products and tools, creating epics that capture business deliverables with an agreed set of acceptance criteria. Ensure delivered infrastructure and systems are of production quality and adequately documented for handover to the business and/or support functions. To be considered you will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of structured products and Cross Asset Derivatives (Equity, Commodity, FX, Rates, Credit). Knowledge of vendor systems used within the Structured Product Trade Lifecycle, ideally Sophis. You will have extensive vendor management experience - including delivery of large, vendor centric projects, and product development experience in an agile environment. Naturally delivery focussed, with entrepreneurial and leadership skills, comfortable taking responsibility and resilient in fast paced working environment. Knowledge of the full trade life cycle would very beneficial. In return we offer a competitive base salary, bonus and benefits, hybrid working in line with business requirements and exceptional career progression.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
30/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
This role is at the heart of the SAP and Corporate Functions team within Consumer Healthcare (CHC) Digital. They are an energized team committed to propelling one of the world's top pharmaceutical leaders through its thrilling transformation journey. As they carve out their path to full autonomy within the company, they're on a mission to sculpt a cutting-edge digital Powerhouse, envisioning SAP as the robust foundation empowering their systems and supporting functions applications. Role Overview: As a SAP Treasury Architect, you'll play a crucial role in delivering user-friendly solutions for Consumer Healthcare Business to run their operations smoothly and sustainably. You'll analyse, design, and develop functionalities within SAP, ensuring they meet the company's needs. You'll collaborate closely with key stakeholders to define product roadmaps and ensure alignment with business processes and strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Perform functional and technical architecture analysis, design, and development of Treasury within an SAP ecosystem. Contribute to architecture design reviews, product roadmap, and strategy definition within the Treasury domain. Develop a deep understanding of the company's business processes and strategy through collaboration with key users and process owners. Translate high-level requirements into detailed architecture solutions and document systems and process requirements. Collaborate with the development team to implement solutions as per product development standards and business requirements. Provide architecture and design guidance to the development team and support resolution of blocking issues. Ensure end-to-end process integration and consistency, covering operational, statutory, and legal requirements. Act as the highest level of support within the company in the event of business continuity incidents affecting operations. Requirements: Broad experience in implementing and maintaining SAP Treasury modules such as SAP IHC, CLM, TRM, BAM, BCM, and MBC. Knowledge of SAP S4 Business Planning & Consolidation (BPC) and Embedded Analytics for Treasury module is a plus. Solid communication, engagement, and configuration skills. Ability to translate functional specifications into technical design documents and manage delivery of desired functionality. Project management experience and continuous improvement mindset. Deep understanding of Application and technology Architecture. Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA and agile ways of working is essential. Familiarity with current SAP software trends in Treasury domain. Interested to know more? Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of Consumer Healthcare.
30/04/2024
Full time
This role is at the heart of the SAP and Corporate Functions team within Consumer Healthcare (CHC) Digital. They are an energized team committed to propelling one of the world's top pharmaceutical leaders through its thrilling transformation journey. As they carve out their path to full autonomy within the company, they're on a mission to sculpt a cutting-edge digital Powerhouse, envisioning SAP as the robust foundation empowering their systems and supporting functions applications. Role Overview: As a SAP Treasury Architect, you'll play a crucial role in delivering user-friendly solutions for Consumer Healthcare Business to run their operations smoothly and sustainably. You'll analyse, design, and develop functionalities within SAP, ensuring they meet the company's needs. You'll collaborate closely with key stakeholders to define product roadmaps and ensure alignment with business processes and strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Perform functional and technical architecture analysis, design, and development of Treasury within an SAP ecosystem. Contribute to architecture design reviews, product roadmap, and strategy definition within the Treasury domain. Develop a deep understanding of the company's business processes and strategy through collaboration with key users and process owners. Translate high-level requirements into detailed architecture solutions and document systems and process requirements. Collaborate with the development team to implement solutions as per product development standards and business requirements. Provide architecture and design guidance to the development team and support resolution of blocking issues. Ensure end-to-end process integration and consistency, covering operational, statutory, and legal requirements. Act as the highest level of support within the company in the event of business continuity incidents affecting operations. Requirements: Broad experience in implementing and maintaining SAP Treasury modules such as SAP IHC, CLM, TRM, BAM, BCM, and MBC. Knowledge of SAP S4 Business Planning & Consolidation (BPC) and Embedded Analytics for Treasury module is a plus. Solid communication, engagement, and configuration skills. Ability to translate functional specifications into technical design documents and manage delivery of desired functionality. Project management experience and continuous improvement mindset. Deep understanding of Application and technology Architecture. Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA and agile ways of working is essential. Familiarity with current SAP software trends in Treasury domain. Interested to know more? Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of Consumer Healthcare.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Financial Institution is currently seeking a Atlassian SaaS Platform Administrator Candidate will coach others through education of platform development best practice. The Software Engineer must have a background in SaaS/Low-Code implementation, system administration and can help others to contribute to platform improvements. Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership for planning, designing, installing, testing, and implementing solutions. Provide subject matter expertise on the SDLC platforms we maintain (Confluence, Jira, SpiraTest). Implementing Atlassian plugins and supporting integration with other enterprise software. Ensure best practice adherence for core system development, security, tuning and performance. Supports Knowledge Management (KM) program strategy, transformation, and technical implementation. Creates knowledge documentation related to requirements and solution design. Facilitates knowledge transfer sessions for administration and self-service. Develop a train the trainer model for support and administration. Overall ownership of solution implementation and working with the team to ensure quality solutions that provide delightful experiences. Ensure systems and process compliance to regulatory and organizational requirements. Ability to stay on top of industry trends and best practices and propose process and tool changes to take advantage of new developments in the industry. Qualifications: [Required] 5+ years of working experience in IT. [Required] 3+ years of experience in implementing Atlassian products. [Required] Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML. [Required] Experience with Agile/Scrum or DevOps methodologies. [Preferred] Experience working in Financial Services or otherwise regulated environment. [Preferred] Experience working with SharePoint. [Preferred] Experience with SQL, Python, PowerShell, or other Scripting languages [Preferred] Experience with System and Data Architecture [Preferred] Experience or knowledge of SDLC pipeline tools such as Git, Jenkins, SonarQube or similar tools Technical Skills: Problem-solving skills and solution-oriented attitude. Requires a complete understanding of the system development life cycle. Highly motivated to learn new things and motivated by challenges. Using analysis and critical thinking skills to determine and assess the needs of the user and then create software to meet the requirements. Proactive attitude in automating processes as much as possible. Ability to understand the strategic goals of the platforms we support and evaluate customer requests in that context. Providing clear instructions to the project team, clearly explaining how the software works to the customer and being available to answer any questions that may arise using exceptional communication skills. Working well with others on the team using effective interpersonal skills. Being able to efficiently identify and resolve issues that arise during the design, testing and maintenance processes using problem-solving skills. Experience: Bachelors degree in a STEM field preferred, 4 years of additional related work experience may be substituted for degree. 3-5 years of experience of SaaS platform implementation and/or system administration. 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining cloud platform technologies. Certifications in Atlassian products are preferred. Low code/COTS implementation certifications are desired.
30/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Financial Institution is currently seeking a Atlassian SaaS Platform Administrator Candidate will coach others through education of platform development best practice. The Software Engineer must have a background in SaaS/Low-Code implementation, system administration and can help others to contribute to platform improvements. Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership for planning, designing, installing, testing, and implementing solutions. Provide subject matter expertise on the SDLC platforms we maintain (Confluence, Jira, SpiraTest). Implementing Atlassian plugins and supporting integration with other enterprise software. Ensure best practice adherence for core system development, security, tuning and performance. Supports Knowledge Management (KM) program strategy, transformation, and technical implementation. Creates knowledge documentation related to requirements and solution design. Facilitates knowledge transfer sessions for administration and self-service. Develop a train the trainer model for support and administration. Overall ownership of solution implementation and working with the team to ensure quality solutions that provide delightful experiences. Ensure systems and process compliance to regulatory and organizational requirements. Ability to stay on top of industry trends and best practices and propose process and tool changes to take advantage of new developments in the industry. Qualifications: [Required] 5+ years of working experience in IT. [Required] 3+ years of experience in implementing Atlassian products. [Required] Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML. [Required] Experience with Agile/Scrum or DevOps methodologies. [Preferred] Experience working in Financial Services or otherwise regulated environment. [Preferred] Experience working with SharePoint. [Preferred] Experience with SQL, Python, PowerShell, or other Scripting languages [Preferred] Experience with System and Data Architecture [Preferred] Experience or knowledge of SDLC pipeline tools such as Git, Jenkins, SonarQube or similar tools Technical Skills: Problem-solving skills and solution-oriented attitude. Requires a complete understanding of the system development life cycle. Highly motivated to learn new things and motivated by challenges. Using analysis and critical thinking skills to determine and assess the needs of the user and then create software to meet the requirements. Proactive attitude in automating processes as much as possible. Ability to understand the strategic goals of the platforms we support and evaluate customer requests in that context. Providing clear instructions to the project team, clearly explaining how the software works to the customer and being available to answer any questions that may arise using exceptional communication skills. Working well with others on the team using effective interpersonal skills. Being able to efficiently identify and resolve issues that arise during the design, testing and maintenance processes using problem-solving skills. Experience: Bachelors degree in a STEM field preferred, 4 years of additional related work experience may be substituted for degree. 3-5 years of experience of SaaS platform implementation and/or system administration. 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining cloud platform technologies. Certifications in Atlassian products are preferred. Low code/COTS implementation certifications are desired.
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Financial Institution is currently seeking a Atlassian SaaS Platform Administrator. Candidate will coach others through education of platform development best practice. The Software Engineer must have a background in SaaS/Low-Code implementation, system administration and can help others to contribute to platform improvements. Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership for planning, designing, installing, testing, and implementing solutions. Provide subject matter expertise on the SDLC platforms we maintain (Confluence, Jira, SpiraTest). Implementing Atlassian plugins and supporting integration with other enterprise software. Ensure best practice adherence for core system development, security, tuning and performance. Supports Knowledge Management (KM) program strategy, transformation, and technical implementation. Creates knowledge documentation related to requirements and solution design. Facilitates knowledge transfer sessions for administration and self-service. Develop a train the trainer model for support and administration. Overall ownership of solution implementation and working with the team to ensure quality solutions that provide delightful experiences. Ensure systems and process compliance to regulatory and organizational requirements. Ability to stay on top of industry trends and best practices and propose process and tool changes to take advantage of new developments in the industry. Qualifications: [Required] 5+ years of working experience in IT. [Required] 3+ years of experience in implementing Atlassian products. [Required] Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML. [Required] Experience with Agile/Scrum or DevOps methodologies. [Preferred] Experience working in Financial Services or otherwise regulated environment. [Preferred] Experience working with SharePoint. [Preferred] Experience with SQL, Python, PowerShell, or other Scripting languages [Preferred] Experience with System and Data Architecture [Preferred] Experience or knowledge of SDLC pipeline tools such as Git, Jenkins, SonarQube or similar tools Technical Skills: Problem-solving skills and solution-oriented attitude. Requires a complete understanding of the system development life cycle. Highly motivated to learn new things and motivated by challenges. Using analysis and critical thinking skills to determine and assess the needs of the user and then create software to meet the requirements. Proactive attitude in automating processes as much as possible. Ability to understand the strategic goals of the platforms we support and evaluate customer requests in that context. Providing clear instructions to the project team, clearly explaining how the software works to the customer and being available to answer any questions that may arise using exceptional communication skills. Working well with others on the team using effective interpersonal skills. Being able to efficiently identify and resolve issues that arise during the design, testing and maintenance processes using problem-solving skills. Experience: Bachelors degree in a STEM field preferred, 4 years of additional related work experience may be substituted for degree. 3-5 years of experience of SaaS platform implementation and/or system administration. 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining cloud platform technologies. Certifications in Atlassian products are preferred. Low code/COTS implementation certifications are desired.
30/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Financial Institution is currently seeking a Atlassian SaaS Platform Administrator. Candidate will coach others through education of platform development best practice. The Software Engineer must have a background in SaaS/Low-Code implementation, system administration and can help others to contribute to platform improvements. Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership for planning, designing, installing, testing, and implementing solutions. Provide subject matter expertise on the SDLC platforms we maintain (Confluence, Jira, SpiraTest). Implementing Atlassian plugins and supporting integration with other enterprise software. Ensure best practice adherence for core system development, security, tuning and performance. Supports Knowledge Management (KM) program strategy, transformation, and technical implementation. Creates knowledge documentation related to requirements and solution design. Facilitates knowledge transfer sessions for administration and self-service. Develop a train the trainer model for support and administration. Overall ownership of solution implementation and working with the team to ensure quality solutions that provide delightful experiences. Ensure systems and process compliance to regulatory and organizational requirements. Ability to stay on top of industry trends and best practices and propose process and tool changes to take advantage of new developments in the industry. Qualifications: [Required] 5+ years of working experience in IT. [Required] 3+ years of experience in implementing Atlassian products. [Required] Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML. [Required] Experience with Agile/Scrum or DevOps methodologies. [Preferred] Experience working in Financial Services or otherwise regulated environment. [Preferred] Experience working with SharePoint. [Preferred] Experience with SQL, Python, PowerShell, or other Scripting languages [Preferred] Experience with System and Data Architecture [Preferred] Experience or knowledge of SDLC pipeline tools such as Git, Jenkins, SonarQube or similar tools Technical Skills: Problem-solving skills and solution-oriented attitude. Requires a complete understanding of the system development life cycle. Highly motivated to learn new things and motivated by challenges. Using analysis and critical thinking skills to determine and assess the needs of the user and then create software to meet the requirements. Proactive attitude in automating processes as much as possible. Ability to understand the strategic goals of the platforms we support and evaluate customer requests in that context. Providing clear instructions to the project team, clearly explaining how the software works to the customer and being available to answer any questions that may arise using exceptional communication skills. Working well with others on the team using effective interpersonal skills. Being able to efficiently identify and resolve issues that arise during the design, testing and maintenance processes using problem-solving skills. Experience: Bachelors degree in a STEM field preferred, 4 years of additional related work experience may be substituted for degree. 3-5 years of experience of SaaS platform implementation and/or system administration. 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining cloud platform technologies. Certifications in Atlassian products are preferred. Low code/COTS implementation certifications are desired.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Senior Appian Developer. Candidate will be responsible for design; development, testing and implementation of process-centric business process management solutions based on Appian, and other automation software. Work with users and analysts to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Prior development experience in Appian and knowledge of the platform is preferred. Responsibilities: Identifying new process opportunities and accurately analysing and estimating new processes, quickly assessing feasibility. Analyzing, understanding and documenting the business processes in detail where required. Designing process automation solutions in accordance with standard design principles and conventions. Configuring new processes and objects using core workflow principles that are efficient, well structured, maintainable and easy to understand. Creating and maintaining solution documentation. Supporting existing processes and implementing change requirements as part of a structured change control process. Problem solving issues that arise in day to day running of processes and providing timely responses and solutions as required. Following Agile methodology for solution delivery. Working and coordinating with all team members to address customer requests. Qualifications : Excellent knowledge of system implementations along with basic understanding of key concepts related to Software Development Life Cycle Knowledge and ability to create technical solutions for process automations Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Understanding of Agile methodologies including Scrum Experience in root cause analysis skills Ability to apply analytical thinking to develop and test scripts for technical solutions Ability to plan/manage/prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of users and leadership Technical Skills: Appian development or another BPM/intelligent automation technology (preferred) Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript and UI/UX design (preferred) Agile methodologies including Scrum (preferred) Education and/or Experience: Business or technology related bachelors degree Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Experience with Agile methodologies (preferred) Process design and process improvement experience (preferred)
30/04/2024
Full time
*Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Senior Appian Developer. Candidate will be responsible for design; development, testing and implementation of process-centric business process management solutions based on Appian, and other automation software. Work with users and analysts to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Prior development experience in Appian and knowledge of the platform is preferred. Responsibilities: Identifying new process opportunities and accurately analysing and estimating new processes, quickly assessing feasibility. Analyzing, understanding and documenting the business processes in detail where required. Designing process automation solutions in accordance with standard design principles and conventions. Configuring new processes and objects using core workflow principles that are efficient, well structured, maintainable and easy to understand. Creating and maintaining solution documentation. Supporting existing processes and implementing change requirements as part of a structured change control process. Problem solving issues that arise in day to day running of processes and providing timely responses and solutions as required. Following Agile methodology for solution delivery. Working and coordinating with all team members to address customer requests. Qualifications : Excellent knowledge of system implementations along with basic understanding of key concepts related to Software Development Life Cycle Knowledge and ability to create technical solutions for process automations Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Understanding of Agile methodologies including Scrum Experience in root cause analysis skills Ability to apply analytical thinking to develop and test scripts for technical solutions Ability to plan/manage/prioritize work to meet objectives of multiple or competing priorities/projects Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of users and leadership Technical Skills: Appian development or another BPM/intelligent automation technology (preferred) Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript and UI/UX design (preferred) Agile methodologies including Scrum (preferred) Education and/or Experience: Business or technology related bachelors degree Software development (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.) (preferred) Experience with Agile methodologies (preferred) Process design and process improvement experience (preferred)
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*There is no sponsorship for this 6 month contract role* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Sr. Performance Testing Engineer with SDET experience. Candidate will be on a team that is responsible for the operationalization of new projects as it pertains to performance testing and other processes that will be necessary to maintain the new system when it goes live. Duties will include but not limited to parallel testing, creating test automation processes that will simplify the parallel testing process. UAT Testing and documenting test results. Responsibilities: Requirements analysis and requirements gathering as it relates to test planning End to End Test planning and execution Assist with the standing up of on-prem and AWS test platforms Assist with the creation of best practices deployment processes Assist with the development of automated testing processes that will simplify our parallel testing process (Encore Versus RTC) Work with our business partners on in the development of test plans and test cases Prepare documentation needed for any automated process and other testing procedures created (test plans, architecture/design) Participates in test results reviews, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues and defects as well as assisting with continuous improvement Drives continuous improvement efforts by identifying and championing practical means of reducing time to market while maintaining high quality Must be a willing self-starter, independent and comfortable with a fast paced, dynamic environment A team player who assists the team as required to achieve collective goals & delivery milestones including knowledge-share Embraces and advocates for Agile best practices for software development discipline (be true to Agile Manifesto) Actively participates in creation and review of both business and technical user stories, providing constructive feedback and input on both work effort estimation as well as architecture/design improvements Participating in innovative design and proof of concepts with emerging technologies and solutions Embrace industry best practices like continuous integration, continuous deployment, automated testing, TDD etc. Follows agreed upon SDLC procedures to ensure that all information system products and services meet both explicit and implicit quality standards, end-user functional requirements, architectural standards, performance requirements, audit requirements, security rules are upheld, and external facing reporting is properly represented. Performs application and project risk analysis and recommends quality improvements. Assists Production Support by providing advice on system functionality and fixes as required Assist with departmental and new employee training Qualifications: Requires an in-depth knowledge of a development life cycle. Must be competent at the highest technical level in all phases of application development and implementation and testing Requires good communication, analytical, sound judgment and management skills Ability to work effectively with clients, management, and staff. 7+ years experience with SQL to maintain, create and retrieve information from structured or unstructured data stores. Ability to quickly resolve complex data issues in accessing, updating, manipulating, inserting, and modifying data efficiently. Functional and technical specifications creation knowledge Leadership capabilities Knowledge of QA best practices (system, regression, unit, performance) Good organization skills and documentation creation Intellectually curious and eager to learn BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field required. Masters degree preferred.
29/04/2024
Project-based
*There is no sponsorship for this 6 month contract role* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Sr. Performance Testing Engineer with SDET experience. Candidate will be on a team that is responsible for the operationalization of new projects as it pertains to performance testing and other processes that will be necessary to maintain the new system when it goes live. Duties will include but not limited to parallel testing, creating test automation processes that will simplify the parallel testing process. UAT Testing and documenting test results. Responsibilities: Requirements analysis and requirements gathering as it relates to test planning End to End Test planning and execution Assist with the standing up of on-prem and AWS test platforms Assist with the creation of best practices deployment processes Assist with the development of automated testing processes that will simplify our parallel testing process (Encore Versus RTC) Work with our business partners on in the development of test plans and test cases Prepare documentation needed for any automated process and other testing procedures created (test plans, architecture/design) Participates in test results reviews, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues and defects as well as assisting with continuous improvement Drives continuous improvement efforts by identifying and championing practical means of reducing time to market while maintaining high quality Must be a willing self-starter, independent and comfortable with a fast paced, dynamic environment A team player who assists the team as required to achieve collective goals & delivery milestones including knowledge-share Embraces and advocates for Agile best practices for software development discipline (be true to Agile Manifesto) Actively participates in creation and review of both business and technical user stories, providing constructive feedback and input on both work effort estimation as well as architecture/design improvements Participating in innovative design and proof of concepts with emerging technologies and solutions Embrace industry best practices like continuous integration, continuous deployment, automated testing, TDD etc. Follows agreed upon SDLC procedures to ensure that all information system products and services meet both explicit and implicit quality standards, end-user functional requirements, architectural standards, performance requirements, audit requirements, security rules are upheld, and external facing reporting is properly represented. Performs application and project risk analysis and recommends quality improvements. Assists Production Support by providing advice on system functionality and fixes as required Assist with departmental and new employee training Qualifications: Requires an in-depth knowledge of a development life cycle. Must be competent at the highest technical level in all phases of application development and implementation and testing Requires good communication, analytical, sound judgment and management skills Ability to work effectively with clients, management, and staff. 7+ years experience with SQL to maintain, create and retrieve information from structured or unstructured data stores. Ability to quickly resolve complex data issues in accessing, updating, manipulating, inserting, and modifying data efficiently. Functional and technical specifications creation knowledge Leadership capabilities Knowledge of QA best practices (system, regression, unit, performance) Good organization skills and documentation creation Intellectually curious and eager to learn BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field required. Masters degree preferred.
Job Description Role Overview: SHIFT PATTERNS 3 DAYS 8AM-4PM 2 DAYS 12PM -8PM We're seeking a Senior Azure DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for cloud technologies. You'll be instrumental in automating, optimizing, and securing our Azure environments, driving efficiency, and innovation across our projects. Responsibilities: Lead Azure infrastructure projects, ensuring best practices in CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and security. Collaborate with development teams to implement scalable and secure cloud solutions. Drive the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within Azure, enhancing automation and consistency. Mentor junior DevOps team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Stay abreast of the latest Azure services and features, evaluating their potential impact on our projects. Ensure system reliability and performance, troubleshooting, and resolving issues proactively. Qualifications: Proven track record as an Azure DevOps Engineer, with extensive experience in Azure services. Strong background in CI/CD tooling, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and IaC (Terraform, ARM templates). Azure certifications (eg, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) highly preferred. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead projects and teams effectively. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and a commitment to best practices in DevOps. Outstanding communication skills, capable of working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. What We Offer: A key role in a consultancy at the forefront of public sector digital innovation. Opportunities for professional growth, with access to training and certifications. Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting our commitment to our team's well-being and development. A collaborative, inclusive work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Application Process: Interested in shaping the future of digital public services? Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter detailing your Azure DevOps experience and what motivates you to join Scrumconnect Consulting. At Scrumconnect Consulting, we embrace diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Join us, and let's innovate together.
29/04/2024
Full time
Job Description Role Overview: SHIFT PATTERNS 3 DAYS 8AM-4PM 2 DAYS 12PM -8PM We're seeking a Senior Azure DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for cloud technologies. You'll be instrumental in automating, optimizing, and securing our Azure environments, driving efficiency, and innovation across our projects. Responsibilities: Lead Azure infrastructure projects, ensuring best practices in CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and security. Collaborate with development teams to implement scalable and secure cloud solutions. Drive the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) within Azure, enhancing automation and consistency. Mentor junior DevOps team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Stay abreast of the latest Azure services and features, evaluating their potential impact on our projects. Ensure system reliability and performance, troubleshooting, and resolving issues proactively. Qualifications: Proven track record as an Azure DevOps Engineer, with extensive experience in Azure services. Strong background in CI/CD tooling, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and IaC (Terraform, ARM templates). Azure certifications (eg, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) highly preferred. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead projects and teams effectively. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and a commitment to best practices in DevOps. Outstanding communication skills, capable of working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. What We Offer: A key role in a consultancy at the forefront of public sector digital innovation. Opportunities for professional growth, with access to training and certifications. Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting our commitment to our team's well-being and development. A collaborative, inclusive work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Application Process: Interested in shaping the future of digital public services? Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter detailing your Azure DevOps experience and what motivates you to join Scrumconnect Consulting. At Scrumconnect Consulting, we embrace diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Join us, and let's innovate together.
Python Software Engineer Team Lead (Architecture Programmer Developer Java Python Software Engineer Data Enterprise Engineering Developer Programmer AWS GCP Python Athena Glue Airflow Ignite JavaScript Agile Pandas NumPy SciPy Spark Dremio Apache Iceburg Arrow DBT gRPC protobuf Snowflake TypeScript Manager Finance Trading Front Office Investment Banking Asset Manager Financial Services FX Fixed Income Equities Commodities Derivatives Hedge Fund) required by my asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Advanced ability as a Python Software Engineer Team Lead/Principal Engineer/Engineering Manager Leadership experience: you must have led small teams on the delivery of projects AWS Glue Dremio Agile The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: Snowflake Spark, Airflow, Apache Iceberg, Arrow, DBT Trading, Front Office finance Some appreciation of asset classes such as Fixed Income, equities, FX or commodities Role: Python Software Engineer Team Lead (Architecture Programmer Developer Java Python Software Engineer Data Enterprise Engineering Developer Programmer AWS GCP Python Athena Glue Airflow Ignite JavaScript Agile Pandas NumPy SciPy Spark Dremio Snowflake Apache Iceburg Arrow DBT gRPC protobuf TypeScript Manager Finance Trading Front Office Investment Banking Asset Manager Financial Services FX Fixed Income Equities Commodities Derivatives Hedge Fund) required by my asset management client in London. You will join a relatively new department that is responsible for the data used across the Front Office. The data is sourced from a variety of external vendors and internal departments and held in an AWS data lake, although this is being migrated to a data mesh architecture. They are working heavily with AWS, Glue, Dremio, Snowflake, Python and Java. You will lead a team of 5 engineers and collaborate with a product manager who will be assigned to the team. You will have line-management responsibility of the team and need to have previous management experience. This is a hands-on role that will include coding, code reviews, design and architectural leadership and technical strategy. Your first project for the initial 12 months, will be to classify a large number of securities over a range of industries. They have a very flexible hybrid working set up. Salary: £120k - £150k + 20% Guaranteed Bonus + 10% Pension
29/04/2024
Full time
Python Software Engineer Team Lead (Architecture Programmer Developer Java Python Software Engineer Data Enterprise Engineering Developer Programmer AWS GCP Python Athena Glue Airflow Ignite JavaScript Agile Pandas NumPy SciPy Spark Dremio Apache Iceburg Arrow DBT gRPC protobuf Snowflake TypeScript Manager Finance Trading Front Office Investment Banking Asset Manager Financial Services FX Fixed Income Equities Commodities Derivatives Hedge Fund) required by my asset management client in London. You MUST have the following: Advanced ability as a Python Software Engineer Team Lead/Principal Engineer/Engineering Manager Leadership experience: you must have led small teams on the delivery of projects AWS Glue Dremio Agile The following is DESIRABLE, not essential: Snowflake Spark, Airflow, Apache Iceberg, Arrow, DBT Trading, Front Office finance Some appreciation of asset classes such as Fixed Income, equities, FX or commodities Role: Python Software Engineer Team Lead (Architecture Programmer Developer Java Python Software Engineer Data Enterprise Engineering Developer Programmer AWS GCP Python Athena Glue Airflow Ignite JavaScript Agile Pandas NumPy SciPy Spark Dremio Snowflake Apache Iceburg Arrow DBT gRPC protobuf TypeScript Manager Finance Trading Front Office Investment Banking Asset Manager Financial Services FX Fixed Income Equities Commodities Derivatives Hedge Fund) required by my asset management client in London. You will join a relatively new department that is responsible for the data used across the Front Office. The data is sourced from a variety of external vendors and internal departments and held in an AWS data lake, although this is being migrated to a data mesh architecture. They are working heavily with AWS, Glue, Dremio, Snowflake, Python and Java. You will lead a team of 5 engineers and collaborate with a product manager who will be assigned to the team. You will have line-management responsibility of the team and need to have previous management experience. This is a hands-on role that will include coding, code reviews, design and architectural leadership and technical strategy. Your first project for the initial 12 months, will be to classify a large number of securities over a range of industries. They have a very flexible hybrid working set up. Salary: £120k - £150k + 20% Guaranteed Bonus + 10% Pension